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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 27, 2023 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

What you’ll find:

For something new: The inaugural Hershey Brew Fest is on Sunday at The Englewood Worth noting: SoMa Block Party TONIGHT, HU Presents The Roots in Riverfront Park on Saturday!! Get tickets here. Things on my agenda this weekend: Block Party, The Roots, maybe the Hershey Beer Fest on Sunday??

For your weekend(ish) planning

Did you get your tickets for Harrisburg University Presents The Roots?
SoMa Block Party is TONIGHT!
How to help the Broad Street Market and its displaced vendors
Great Catering Option for all your Summer Events
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

My top picks at Market on Market
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

July 21, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Gallery@Second will participate in this year’s Harrisburg Gallery Walk.

It’s been another week full of news in Harrisburg and we have covered it all. If you’re not up to date on the happenings, make sure you catch up with all of our stories, linked below.

Activists in Harrisburg are working to make the city more accessible for those with disabilities. In our magazine story, read about some of the daily challenges they face and how they hope to partner with the city to make a change.

Capital Area School for the Arts (CASA) can continue educating area students, as its charter has been renewed by the Harrisburg School District for another five years, our online story reported. The school, located in Strawberry Square, first received its charter in 2013.

Gallery Walk is around the corner in Harrisburg and blogger Bob offers a sneak peek of some of the participating artists and venues. In his art blog, find out about some of the local city businesses that will be showcased.

Harrisburg weighed the possibility of creating a temporary home for displaced vendors of the Broad Street Market, which was heavily damaged by a fire, our reporting found. The following week, city officials announced that they would build a tent-like structure in the grassy lot across Verbeke Street to house vendors.

Home sales in the Harrisburg area dipped in June, but prices increased, our online story reported. In June, 659 homes sold in the three-county region, a decline from 770 in June 2022, as the median sales price rose to $273,000 from $264,050.

HU Presents teamed up with the Harrisburg Young Professionals of Color-Greater Harrisburg (YPOC) to offer discounted tickets to The Roots concert coming to the riverfront, our online story reported. A portion of the proceeds from the ticket sales will support YPOC’s Adopt-a-Classroom fundraiser to assist local teachers.

Kitty Town Coffee not only supplies customers with their caffeine fix, but helps cats in need, as well, our magazine story reported. The profits from every bag of coffee sold supports local animal-related charities, such as rescues and shelters.

Lancaster Farm Sanctuary rescues neglected and mistreated farm animals and gives them a caring home. In our magazine story, read about the passionate founder behind the organization and about some of the animals that the farm has saved.

Plein air painting, organized by the Susquehanna Art Museum, will take place during 3^rd in the Burg and benefit the Broad Street Market, our online story reported. A group of artists will gather in the market courtyard to paint the scene around them.

Rosemary has cooked up an Italian-style sea bass with potatoes for June. Click here, for the recipe and to try making the perfect summer dish for yourself.

Sara Bozich has gathered up all of this weekend’s local events, and it’s looking like a great lineup. Click here, to find out what’s happening.

Shelters and rescues are impacted by a national trend of animal intakes outpacing outtakes, post-COVID. In our magazine story, find out more about how area shelters have been stretched to their limits and struggle for volunteers and resources.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 20, 2023 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

What you’ll find:

For something new: Broken Chair Brewing pop-up in SoMa Worth noting: 3rd in the Burg Things on my agenda this weekend: OOO

For your weekend(ish) planning

sip @ soma features Broken Chair Brewing this week
An Evening with Colson Whitehead on Friday
Theatre Review: Deathtrap at Oyster Mill Playhouse — runs through Sunday!
How to help the Broad Street Market and its displaced vendors
Great Catering Option for all your Summer Events
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

WIN VIP tickets to the inaugural Hershey Brew Fest on July 30
Did you get your tickets for Harrisburg University Presents Summer Concert Series?
SoMa Block Party is July 27
My top picks at Market on Market
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Broken Chair Brewing at sip @ soma Tasting Room!
- Ballyhoo! @ XL LIVE with Tunnel Vision and Harbor Boys
- Sunset Relaxation Float with Susquehanna Outfitters
- Jurassic Park in Concert at Shippensburg University
- Live at the Beach: Shea Quinn at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Barbie The Movie PREMIERE PARTY at the West Shore Theatre
- Poetry w/ Blacklisted Poets of Hbg at HMAC

Friday

- 3rd in the Burg
- Broken Chair Brewing | 3rd in the Burg at sip @ soma
- July Third in the Burg at Susquehanna Art Museum
- at The Brownstone Lounge
- Sip ‘n Swap at HMAC
- Deathtrap at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- An Evening with Colson Whitehead: Crook Manifesto with Midtown Scholar at Whitaker Center
- Free Movie Night at the Bandshell: Spider-Man into the Spider Verse
- Live at the Beach: Bitsy McCann Music at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Dueling Friday Night Live: Pat Cusick & Crickets and Cicadas at Wolf Brewing
- Country Music Festival at SpringGate
- Summerfest: Music in the Vineyards at Nissley Vineyards
- Frets With Benefits at Cassel Vineyards
- Bayside and Hazing Over at HMAC
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Saturday Beach Bash: Chill Vibes at Harrisburg Beach Club
- New Cumberland Farmers Market on 4th
- New Cumberland Pride Drag Show at West Shore Theatre
- Popcorn Hat Players presents The Three Little Pigs at Gamut Theatre
- Fink’s Constant with Creekview Food Truck at Big Hill Ciderworks
- Rhett Miller with special guest Salim Nourallah
- Declan McKenna- The Big Return @ XL Live
- Country Music Festival at SpringGate
- Barbie Party at Nocturnal
- BO DEADLYS, GREG HOY & THE BOYS, THE 717’s Live @ Metropolis Collective
- The 2nd Annual Cute Li’l New Cumberland Pride Picnic
- Afterparty Drag Show! New Cumberland Pride
- Music in the Vines: Silver Bright Sound | Smoking Ace’s BBQ & Meat the Brown’s at Cassel Vineyards of Hershey
- Deathtrap at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- Grip at HMAC
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2

Sunday

- HYP Book Club: “The Ministry for the Future”
- Sunday Funday at The Englewood: Barre & Beers
- Live Music w/ Sunday Brunch: Shine Delphi at Wolf Brewing Co.
- Country Music Festival at SpringGate
- Royals of Pride Pageant 2023-2024 at Nocturnal
- Pride in Local Music Showcase – SPETTERS / LE GHAST / THE MOON ILLUSION at West Shore Theatre
- Harrisburg Board Game Day 2023 at Whitaker Center
- Sweet Summer Time Sip & Paint @ Big Hill Ciderworks
- Summer Artisan Market at Creative Grounds
- Deathtrap at Oyster Mill Playhouse
- The Wind Down at West Shore Theatre
- Sunday Bloody Sunday: Bloody Mary Specials! at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Yoga and Brunch at Wyndridge Farm
- Drag Brunch Bingo at HMAC

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

July 14, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Lhayana Dallas of Honeybush Raw Smoothie Bar served customers in the Broad Street Market courtyard on Thursday.

This week in Harrisburg brought some big news—both good and bad. We covered stories of a tragic fire and the community uniting in its aftermath, a development in a transportation story and upcoming festivals and events coming to the city. Find all of our stories from the week, below.

Aura Modern Mediterranean recently opened at the former Cork & Fork location on the Carlisle Pike, our magazine story reported. The menu draws on inspiration from the Iberian peninsula, France, Greece and northern Africa, and features lots of fresh vegetables, seafood and meats.

Broad Street Market in Harrisburg was heavily damaged by fire early Monday morning, our online story reported. The fire was contained to the market’s brick building, with its roof and rear of the building sustaining damage.

A fire at Harrisburg’s Broad Street Market reminded our publisher of a 2007 fire at Eastern Market in Washington, D.C., where he used to live. In his blog post, he shares how the community in D.C. rallied around rebuilding the market and how he hopes Harrisburg will do the same.

Harrisburg agreed to fund Major League Baseball-required upgrades to FNB Field on City Island, our online story reported. The city, which owns the field, will use a Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant to help fund the renovations.

The Harrisburg School District received approval from the Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas for the sale of its vacant lot at 1001 N. 18^th St., our online story reported. The district is slated to sell the property to Harrisburg-based Fernandez Realty Group, which has proposed building affordable housing.

HU Presents’ Summer Series returns this month to Riverfront Park with several big-name acts. In our magazine story, find out what musical artists are coming and what goes on behind the scenes of each show.

Maestro Stuart Malina of the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra has agreed to a three-year contract extension as music director and conductor, our online story reported. Malina started at HSO in 2000 and the new contract will take him through the 2025-26 season.

Mecum Auctions will return to the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg from July 26 to 29, our online story reported. The company will auction off some 1,200 muscle cars, classics, Corvettes, trucks, exotics, hot rods, customs and more.

“The Miracle Club” opens this weekend at Midtown Cinema in Harrisburg. Find out more about the movie, which includes themes of grief, trauma and a bit of comedy, here.

PennDOT announced that it has dropped a plan to toll the South Bridge to help pay for its replacement, our reporting found. PennDOT is slated to replace the 62-year-old bridge, which carries I-83 traffic over the Susquehanna River at Harrisburg, at an estimated cost of $850 million to $1 billion.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams, along with other local officials, pledged to rebuild the Broad Street Market after it was heavily damaged in a fire on Monday, our online story reported. They also said that they were developing plans for how to assist displaced vendors.

The rental market in the Harrisburg area is the most competitive in the country, according to a recently released report. RentCafé, a national apartment search website, states that 96.2% of apartments in the south-central PA region are occupied. Find out more, in our story.

Sara Bozich has a great list of events happening in the Harrisburg area this weekend. Find them all, here.

Sweets will be on display at the PA Farm Show Complex for the second annual Harrisburg Dessert Festival, our reporting found. The event, hosted by Harrisburg-based Cece’s Cake Shop, will feature over 30 dessert vendors and interactive experiences.

Vendors of the Broad Street Market and local residents gathered in the market courtyard on Monday, following a tragic fire in the market’s stone building, our reporting found. Vendors grieved and supported each other as they wondered what to do next.

Vendors set up shop on Thursday outside the Broad Street Market’s brick building, following a fire that left the building heavily damaged. Community members came out to shop and encourage business owners, our online story reported.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 13, 2023 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

What you’ll find:

For something new: Home 231 now offers Mimosa Flights during Sunday Brunch. Includes a bottle of Prosecco and your choice of 4 juices for $40. Worth noting: HU Presents The Struts at XL Live; Broad Street Market’s CHRISTMAS IN JULY! is ON! Things on my agenda this weekend: Family visiting, The Struts, then ✌🏼 out – abbreviated WR next week folks, I’ll be at the beach

For your weekend(ish) planning

How to help the Broad Street Market and its displaced vendors via Friends of Midtown
Great Catering Option for all your Summer Events
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

sip @ soma features Broken Chair Brewing next week
Did you get your tickets for Harrisburg University Presents Summer Concert Series?
Don’t miss the July SoMa Block Party!
Market on Market, downtown Camp Hill’s farmer’s market, is open Tuesdays through October
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Brewery Float on the Breeches with Susquehanna Outfitters
- New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally
- Sam Bush with special guest Kevin Neidig at The Englewood
- Live @ the ‘Shire with Holly Serio at Boneshire Brew Works
- Luke Bryan at Hersheypark Stadium
- Poetry w/ Blacklisted Poets of Hbg at HMAC
- Wild Child Doors Cover at HMAC

Friday

- HU Presents The Struts at XL Live
- Down in Front! presents Grizzly 2: Revenge! at Midtown Cinema
- Harrisburg Senators vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels
- Steelton Borough Charity Golf Outing
- Sunset Series: Blooming Lotus Dance at Fort Hunter Park
- Free Movie Night at the Bandshell: Clifford the Big Red Dog
- Live at the Beach: Shea & Swish at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Summerfest: Music in the Vineyards at Nissley Vineyards
- Dueling Friday Night Live: Jesse Eisenbise & Adriano Sica at Wolf Brewing Co.
- Luau Weekend at SpringGate
- Gun Metal Gray at Nocturnal
- Music in the Vines: Generation Gap Duo | Creekview Food Company & Next Level Pizza at Cassel Vineyards of Hershey
- 90s v 2000s Party at HMAC
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- CHRISTMAS IN JULY! at Broad Street Market — IT’S ON!
- New Cumberland Farmers Market on 4th
- Linglestown Farmers Market
- LEAF Project Open Farm Day
- The BIG Give Event: 50% off ALL TAGS* at Community Aid stores
- FREE YOGA and Susquehanna Service Dogs at Studio SOL Hershey
- Dauphin County BrewFest
- Harrisburg Senators vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels
- Popcorn Hat Players presents The Three Little Pigs at Gamut Theatre
- Family Fun Day at The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey
- Parrot Beach at The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey
- THE AFTER HOURS•THE SCOUTS•DOG LIPS @ LITTLE AMPS (OUTDOORS)
- Sunset Sessions with DJ Kynz at The Millworks Rooftop
- The Luv Gods at Big Bottom Brewery
- Back In Black @ XL Live
- Harrisburg Water Lantern Festival
- Outdoor Movie Series: The Karate Kid at New Cumberland Borough Park
- Hometown Strangers with special guest Viv & Riley at The Englewood
- Cold Spring Union at Hollywood Casino
- Summer Concert: Tim Colgan at Dillsburg Area Public Library
- Jaws | FREE Outdoor Film with Friends of Midtown at Midtown Cinema
- Wes Hoke & The Bare Roots Band with Lucky Truck Food Truck at Big Hill Ciderworks
- Luau Weekend at SpringGate
- Christmas in July Dance Party at Stallions
- RIVERS with special guest TANJO & CROW (ft. Adeline Grace Riley) at Carlisle Theatre
- Bands on the Beach Concert & Caribbean Dream Reggae Party with I&I Riddim at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Music in the Vines: Rhyne McCormick | Wich Way Sandwiches & Smoking Ace’s BBQ at Cassel Vineyards of Hershey
- EagleMania – The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band at American Music Theatre
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2

Sunday

- Sunday Funday at the Englewood: Shark Week
- Live Music w/ Brunch: Shrimp Ryan’s Jig Band at Wolf Brewing Co.
- Luau Weekend at SpringGate
- Jackie & AJ with Bala Saahas Indian Cuisine at Big Hill Ciderworks
- Soul Glow with MSPAINT at HMAC
- Gene Watson with Special Guest Wilson Fairchild at American Music Theatre
- Sunday Bloody Sunday: Bloody Mary Specials! at Harrisburg Beach Club
- POP2K Pilates at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Yoga and Brunch at Wyndridge Farm
- Drag Brunch Bingo at HMAC

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

July 7, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

PennDOT announced changes to its proposed Market Street Bridge rehabilitation project.

The dog days of summer are here. Speaking of dogs, make sure you check out our pet-focused July issue of the magazine, if you haven’t already. While you’re at it, get up to speed on our local news coverage from this week, below.

Developer Fernandez Realty Group will move forward with its proposal to construct affordable housing for seniors in Harrisburg, even as many neighbors oppose the project, our online story reported. The realty group held a community meeting to hear from residents, many of whom expressed concern about the proposal.

The Fringe Festival takes place this weekend in Harrisburg, bringing weird, unique and one-of-a-kind performances to the city, our magazine story reported. Organizers invite the community to come and “see something they wouldn’t ordinarily see.”

Harrisburg City Council voted to use the rest of its federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) money, $31.4 million, as replacement for lost revenue during the pandemic, our online story reported. The city will later use that money for several housing, public safety and recreational projects, which council voted on.

July events have begun in Harrisburg, and we have them all listed in our Happenings section. For a few highlighted festivities of the month, check out our Community Corner.

Midtown businesses, Pursuit Coworking, Pastorante and Yellow Bird Café, are celebrating their 10-year anniversaries. In his column, our publisher tries to find out the secrets to their success.

PennDOT revised its proposed design for the rehabilitation of the Market Street Bridge, our online story reported. The newest proposal includes a 14-foot wide bicycle and pedestrian path built on top of a utility bridge that would be constructed along the south side of the bridge.

Sara Bozich features a wide range of events happening in Harrisburg in her Weekend Roundup.

“Second Saturdays in the City” will bring back al fresco street dining, begun during the pandemic, to downtown Harrisburg for three nights during the summer. In our online story, find out which restaurants will participate.

Summer concerts in Harrisburg are heating up with several big names headed to the city this month. In our Musical Notes column, find out which shows you can’t miss in July.

Unleashed Grooming Company recently opened in Harrisburg’s Strawberry Square, our magazine story reported. Owner Alexandra Lauch prides herself on making the salon a healthy, safe environment for pets to enjoy pampering.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 6, 2023 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

What you’ll find:

For something new: Harrisburg Fringe Festival; outdoor street dining is back in downtown Harrisburg Worth noting: Score: Twenty Years of FOJ – iykyk Things on my agenda this weekend: Toubab Krewe tonight, a private chef’s dinner Friday, and literally no idea the rest of the time

For your weekend(ish) planning

Great Catering Option for all your Summer Events
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

sip @ soma features Broken Chair Brewing this month
Did you get your tickets for Harrisburg University Presents Summer Concert Series?
Market on Market, downtown Camp Hill’s farmer’s market, is open Tuesdays through October
Save the date for Plants + Pints!
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- All the Things (A Play in One Act) at Narçisse Theatre Company
- Sunset Relaxation Float with Susquehanna Outfitters
- Toubab Krewe at The Englewood in Hershey,PA
- XL LIVE – Wedding Expo
- Harrisburg Fringe Festival
- Live @ The Shire: Sherri & Dennis at Boneshire Brew Works
- Tori Amos: Ocean to Ocean Tour at Hershey Theatre
- Loss Becomes at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- Poetry w/ Blacklisted Poets of Hbg at HMAC

Friday

- Live at the Beach: Turner Baker at Harrisburg Beach Club
- An Evening with Monica Prince, Tara Stillions Whitehead, and Jamie Beth Cohen at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
- Raspberry Festival at SpringGate
- Market Square Concerts presents Summermusic 2023
- Jerry Seinfeld at Hershey Theatre
- Harrisburg Fringe Festival
- Sunset Series: Lyle, Lyle Crocodile in Fort Hunter Park
- Free Movie at the Bandshell: Remember the Titans
- Emily’s ToyBox at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- Three Dog Night at American Music Theatre
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Saturday Beach Bash: Chill Vibes at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Shipoke Flea Market
- Volunteer Work Day at Wildwood Park
- Music on Chocolate
- Discover Newport EAT SHOP EXPLORE Food Truck Festival
- “GRATEFUL DUB: a Reggae-infused tribute to the GRATEFUL DEAD” @ XL Live
- Nobody Likes You When You’re 23 (or 24): A Neofuturist Play at Gamut Theatre Group
- Spin Doctors at Ned Smith Center for Nature & Art
- Raspberry Festival at SpringGate
- 3 Doors Down at Hollywood Casino
- Second Saturdays in the City
- Fun Food Fest at Hampden Township
- Scarlet Meridian, Down To Ruins, Blood And Earth, Pinky’s Brains and Powder Keg Culture at JB Lovedrafts
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2
- EMO Night at HMAC
- Scott Pemberton O Theory at HMAC

Sunday

- The Englewood Wedding & Event Showcase
- Barre On The Beach at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Sunday Bloody Sunday: Bloody Mary Specials! at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Mr. Falcon | Silent Disco | Kunkle Plaza, Riverfront Park
- Harrisburg Fringe Festival
- Raspberry Festival at SpringGate
- Straight No Chaser: The Yacht Rock Tour at American Music Theatre
- Fierce Like Fireworks Drag Brunch at Lovedraft’s Brewing
- Yoga and Brunch at Wyndridge Farm
- Drag Brunch Bingo at HMAC

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

June 30, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Camp Curtin YMCA officials and new homeowners of four affordable homes in Uptown Harrisburg cut the ribbon on the organization’s housing development project.

July is here and that means two things at TheBurg—our new issue of the magazine just came out and it’s July 4^th weekend! Grab a copy or read online while you enjoy the holiday weekend. To catch up on our local news coverage from the week, look no further. It’s all linked, below.

Camp Curtin YMCA officials cut the ribbon on four affordable homes that the organization built in Uptown, our online story reported. Four first-time homeowners and their families will move in this week.

In Camp Hill, an Allstate Insurance agency houses a charming surprise on its first floor: an art gallery, our magazine story reported. The Gallo’ry on Market, owned by Heather Ebersole, showcases local artists’ work.

The Content Creator’s Collective opened recently in downtown Mechanicsburg, offering space for entrepreneurs to create content for their marketing needs, our online story reported. Photographer Shannon Claire opened the business on the first floor of 1 E. Main St., formerly the home of Glitz Soap Co.

Fourth of July celebrations will return to the riverfront in Harrisburg this Tuesday, our online story reported. The city will host its annual Food Trucks and Fireworks Festival on N. Front Street.

Gettysburg’s new “Beyond the Battle Museum” allows visitors to see, hear and feel what civilians experienced during the Battle of Gettysburg in July 1863. In our magazine story, read more about the history center, which contains artifacts and interactive exhibits.

Harrisburg City Council made some changes to Mayor Wanda Williams’ proposed plan to use federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, our reporting found. Council voted to allocate additional money towards assisting seniors, supporting job training and funding emergency housing.

The Harrisburg Police Bureau recently welcomed four new officers to its ranks, our reporting found. The bureau held a ceremony at the State Museum of Pennsylvania to officially swear in the cadets, as well as to promote several other officers.

Harrisburg School District Receiver Dr. Lori Suski approved the demolition of the long-vacant, blighted William Penn School building, our online story reported. According to district officials, the building has faced increasing issues with damage, fires and break-ins.

Havre de Grace is the perfect day trip from Harrisburg, with a less than two-hour drive from the city. In our magazine story, find out what museums, shops and dining the quaint town has to offer.

July is our pet-themed issue of the magazine, and our publisher previews the host of stories featuring furry friends. Read his publisher’s note, here.

Millworks featured artists were the focus of blogger Bob’s latest column. He discusses works by creatives P.D. Murray, Reina “R76” Wooden, and The Huckle Buckle Boys—an explosive trio.

Nour is a café that celebrates diversity and creates a space for all, specifically people with disabilities, our magazine story reported. The shop serves baked goods, lunches and an assortment of coffee and tea beverages.

Sara Bozich has a list full of fun events for your holiday weekend. Find them all, here.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 29, 2023 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

What you’ll find:

For something new: If you haven’t yet, it’s prime time to check out Harrisburg Beach Club Worth noting: SoMa Block Party tonight!! Things on my agenda this weekend: TBD based on the budget, but maybe some live music, market visits, and dinner with friends.

For your weekend(ish) planning

The June SoMa Block Party (aka Budget Bash) is tonight!
Great Catering Option for all your Summer Events
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

sip @ soma features Broken Chair Brewing in July
Harrisburg University Presents Summer Concert Series starts in July!
Market on Market, downtown Camp Hill’s farmer’s market, is open Tuesdays through October
Save the date for Plants + Pints!
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Harrisburg Senators vs Altoona Curve (AA Pirates)
- Gameday Baseball Tailgates at the Beach Club
- Tap Battle – ABC vs Funk at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Music on the Patio with Tony Wayne at Midtown Cinema
- Casa Noble / Nelson Bros Whiskey Tasting Event at The Sturges Speakeasy
- Live music from Lobrau at The Sturges Speakeasy
- Fourth of July weekend at Fresh Market
- Falling In Reverse With Special Guest Ice Nine Kills at GIANT Center
- Harvest’s Wine Tour Dinner!
- Poetry w/ Blacklisted Poets of Hbg at HMAC

Friday

- Harrisburg Symphony’s Summer Concert at Lebanon Valley College
- Harrisburg Senators vs. Altoona Curve (AA Pirates): Flatscreens and Fireworks Night!
- Sunset Series: Fiddle & Fray Duo at Fort Hunter Park
- July 4th Celebration on the Beach at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Live at the Beach: Megan and Dave at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Pat Cusick + Cheesewhich Grille at Armstrong Valley Winery
- 5 Days of the 4th! at SpringGate Vineyard
- Music in the Vines: Bad Toupees | Roxy’s Chatterbox Cafe & Creekview Food Company at Cassel Vineyards of Hershey
- Decked Out Live! Honeypump at The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2
- Wynton Existing at HMAC

Saturday

- Pilates Yoga Fusion with Burn30 at Zeroday Brewing
- Harrisburg Symphony’s Summer Concert at Negley Park
- HBG Flea – July 2023 at Midtown Cinema
- New Cumberland Farmers Market on 4th
- Star Spangled Specials at Market on Chocolate
- Harrisburg Senators vs. Altoona Curve (AA Pirates)
- Friends of Midtown Black Panther | FREE Outdoor Film (RESCHEDULED) at Midtown Cinema
- Calicutts July Pop-Up and Sidewalk Sale
- 5 Days of the 4th! at SpringGate Vineyard
- Zac Brown Band Pre-concert Party at Fresh Market Hershey
- Zac Brown Band: From the Fire Tour at Hersheypark Stadium
- Music in the Vines: Joe Cooney and Friends | Smoking Ace’s BBQ & Meat the Brown’s at Cassel Vineyards of Hershey
- Tequila Mule at Big Bottom Brewery
- Colebrook Road at Mt Gretna Tabernacle
- July 4th Celebration on the Beach at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Live at the Beach: The Frost Duo at Harrisburg Beach Club
- 2000s Party at Lovedrafts Brewing Co.
- Hershey Comic Con 2023
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2
- Brainrack EDM at HMAC

Sunday

- June Shomaker Summerfair Concert with the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra
- July 4th Celebration on the Beach at Harrisburg Beach Club
- The Thompson Triplets at Vineyard at Hershey
- 5 Days of the 4th! at SpringGate Vineyard
- Full Moon Float with Susquehanna Outfitters
- Harrisburg Senators vs. Altoona Curve (AA Pirates)
- Famous Last Words wsg: Across the White Water Tower, In Dying Arms and More at Lovedraft’s Brewing Co.
- Sunday Funday at the Englewood: Red, White, & Blue Day – July 2
- Art of Flow | Silent Disco at Kunkel Plaza
- Big Time Rush Can’t Get Enough Tour at Hersheypark Stadium
- Hershey Comic Con 2023
- Sunday Bloody Sunday: Bloody Mary Specials! at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Yoga and Brunch at Wyndridge Farm
- Drag Brunch Bingo at HMAC

Monday

Harrisburg Symphony’s Summer Concert at Millerstown Park
July 4th Celebration on the Beach at Harrisburg Beach Club
5 Days of the 4th! at SpringGate Vineyard

Tuesday (Fourth of July)

Harrisburg Symphony’s Summer Concert at Reservoir Park
July 4th Celebration on the Beach at Harrisburg Beach Club
5 Days of the 4th! at SpringGate Vineyard
Fireworks Float with Susquehanna Outfitters
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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

June 23, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams (left) and City Council President Danielle Bowers cut the ribbon on the new Chutes and Ladders Playground, along with other local officials and children.

It’s a rainy weekend around Harrisburg, which makes it the perfect time to visit a local coffee shop, art museum library or movie theater. Don’t forget to support small businesses! First, take the time to catch up on our local news coverage, below.

“Blue Jean” gives a “beautiful portrayal” of a woman struggling with sexual identity, says our movie reviewer. The film plays this month at Midtown Cinema in Harrisburg.

Chutes and Ladders Playground opened in Reservoir Park in Harrisburg this week, concluding a six-year-long project, our online story reported. The new $1 million playground is inspired by the children’s board game of the same name.

Harrisburg University announced a partnership with Recycle Bicycle, our online story reported. The partnership will provide free bikes, training and internship opportunities to students.

The Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg announced David Cohen as its new president and CEO, our online story reported. Cohen will help the federation transition to the new Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life, which is slated to open later this year.

Juneteenth HBG organizers joined with Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus members on Monday for a press conference to celebrate the holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, our online story reported. The press conference capped weeks of educational, artistic and musical events.

Mansion Concerts is bringing the house concert culture to Harrisburg, our magazine story reported. The performances, held at the Manor on Front, feature singer-songwriters and acoustic guitarists, among other musicians.

M&T Bank’s Capital Region Multicultural Small Business Lab concluded after seven weeks of courses for local entrepreneurs, our online story reported. The lab finished with a pitch competition, crowning three winners.

Panna cotta is the perfect summer dessert, says our cooking columnist Rosemary. Find the recipe for the Italian delicacy, here.

Pedal Pusher Bicycle Shop is celebrating 50 years of serving the Harrisburg area. In our magazine story, read about Ted Carskadon, the new owner, and the future of the shop.

Pickleball popularity is sweeping the nation and the Harrisburg area will soon have its first indoor facility devoted entirely to the sport, our magazine story reported. Smash Point Pickleball is expected to open the first week of July in Hampden Township.

Sara Bozich has a ton of great ways to spend the weekend around Harrisburg. Find them all, here.

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What you’ll find:

For your weekend(ish) planning

A Look Ahead

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

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Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

What you’ll find:

For your weekend(ish) planning

A Look Ahead

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

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Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

What you’ll find:

For your weekend(ish) planning

A Look Ahead

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

You May Also Like

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Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

What you’ll find:

For your weekend(ish) planning

A Look Ahead

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday (Fourth of July)

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