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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

March 9, 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: Sip & Shop with me at Little Black Dress tonight! Worth noting: HU Presents An Evening with Dawes on Saturday! Tickets available! Check out my interview with Taylor Goldsmith. Things on my agenda this weekend: See above, plus A Red Carpet Evening at Midtown Cinema

For your weekend planning

View my local Restaurant Directory or Local Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Directory
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

An interview with Dawes’ frontman Taylor Goldsmith
HU Presents announces spring 2023 lineup
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

March 3, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

East Shore YMCA

There’s a lot going on in Harrisburg this weekend! The city will host its annual Ice & Fire Festival, HU Presents has live music and several local theaters are taking to the stage. While you’re out and about, grab a copy of our March magazine, which came out this week!

Community Corner is where you can find a list of special events happening around the Harrisburg area this month. Also, visit our happenings section for even more live music, museum, theater and family events.

Concerts are in full swing this month in Harrisburg, with the band Certainly So taking the stage on Friday night at XL Live. Find our live music recommendations for the month, here.

The East Shore YMCA in downtown Harrisburg is considering a significant expansion project, our online story reported. According to Y officials, the project would modernize the facility and create office space for other community businesses and organizations.

Flooding is a huge concern for Pennsylvania’s emergency management and environmental experts. In our magazine story, read about how experts are trying to find solutions to climate change and weather events that could cause flooding.

Gamut Theatre has the perfect show to get you into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit, our magazine story reported. “Thistle and Salt,” a tale from Old Ireland, premieres this weekend in partnership with Narcisse Theatre Company.

Harrisburg area legislators Dave Madsen and Justin Fleming may be new to the state House of Representatives, but they have years of experience in public service in our area, our magazine story reported. The two new representatives are part of what has been called PA’s most diverse Assembly.

Historic Harrisburg Association is celebrating its 50^th anniversary this year. In our magazine story, read about the preservation and revitalization advocacy work that HHA has done over the years.

March is a noteworthy month in Harrisburg as it includes two big events—Ice & Fire Festival and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. It also brings us closer to spring and summer, and because of that, our publisher is a fan.

The Roots and The Struts are headed to Harrisburg this summer to perform, our online story reported. Harrisburg University Presents announced the iconic hip hop and rock bands as part of its 2023 Summer Concert Series, which will take place in Riverfront Park.

Sara Bozich has your weekend plans covered. Click here to find out what’s happening in Harrisburg.

The Savoy, a 48-unit apartment building proposed for the 1500-block of N. 6^th Street, got the final green light from the city to move forward with development, our reporting found. Harrisburg City Council approved the plan by local developer Vice Capital.

Thyroid conditions affect around 20 million Americans, but over half of them don’t even know they have an issue. In our magazine story, find out what thyroid problems can arise and how to treat them.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

March 2, 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: Catch an upcoming band before they make it big: HU Presents Certainly So at XL Live on Friday Worth noting: The City’s Ice & Fire Festival is Saturday (plus Chili Cookoff Friday at Broad Street Market) and loaded with activities Things on my agenda this weekend: HU Presents Certainly So at XL on Friday; Ice & Fire Festival Saturday (come see me at sip @ soma!)

For your weekend planning

HU Presents Certainly So at XL Live on Friday
sip @ soma with Castlerigg Wine Shop during Ice & Fire Festival
View my local Restaurant Directory or Local Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Directory
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

An interview with Dawes’ frontman Taylor Goldsmith
HU Presents announces spring 2023 lineup
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- PA Home + Garden Show
- EVERCLEAR at XL Live
- HYP Happy Hour and Performance at Open Stage
- Live @ The Shire W/ Shawan Rice at Boneshire Brew Works
- Matt Jameson at The Sturges Speakeasy
- VERMINOTH & Collusion Tapworks: EP Listening Party & Official Beer Debut
- Blacklisted Poets of Harrisburg at HMAC

Friday

- HU Presents Certainly So with guest Hadassah Edith | Emerging Artist Series
- Chili Cook-Off at the Broad Street Market
- Irish Fest kicks-off at Appalachian Brewing Co.
- THE BADLEES with special guest COLD SPRING UNION at THE ENGLEWOOD
- First Friday at Flinchy’s with Matt Jameson!
- PA Home + Garden Show
- Girl Scout Cookie & Wine Pairing at Grandview Vineyard
- NEWSBOYS WITH SPECIAL GUEST JEREMY ROSADO at American Music Theatre
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- The Masque of the Red Death – a gothic musical experience by Tony Wayne at Open Stage
- 15th annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at Mount Hope
- Latin Fuzion Fridayz at Level 2

Saturday

- Ice & Fire Festival
- sip @ soma with Castlerigg Wine Shop | Ice & Fire Festival
- Artist Market at Ice & Fire Festival 2023
- HBG Flea – March 2023 at Strawberry Square
- Ice and Fire Festival: Live Ice Sculpture Carving at HBC
- Irish Fest at Appalachian Brewing Co.
- Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country @ XL LIVE
- THE BADLEES with special guest HOTWINGJONES at THE ENGLEWOOD
- Kegs and Eggs 2023!!! at Rotunda Brew Pub
- PA Home + Garden Show
- Open Stage presents Into the Woods
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Thistle & Salt: The Ireland of J.M. Synge
- 15th annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at Mount Hope
- Chocolate & Wine Pairing Experience at Hershey’s Chocolate World
- Ciroc Saturdays at Level 2

Sunday

- National Theatre Live: The Crucible at Midtown Cinema
- PA Home + Garden Show
- Maple Sugar Fest at Fort Hunter Park
- Irish Fest at Appalachian Brewing Co.
- Susquehanna Folk Music Society Open Mic at West Shore Theatre
- Harlem Globetrotters at GIANT Center
- THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY at American Music Theatre
- Open Stage presents Into the Woods
- Gamut Theatre Group presents Thistle & Salt: The Ireland of J.M. Synge
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- Yoga and Brunch at Wyndridge Farm

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

February 24, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

The Dauphin County Commissioners approved the allocation of annual gaming grants this week.

It’s the weekend, which means it’s the perfect time to explore Harrisburg. Try a new restaurant, catch a movie at Midtown Cinema or stop by the Broad Street Market and try something new! Grab a copy of the magazine while you’re out and catch up on our daily news coverage, below.

Dauphin County announced the recipients of its annual gaming grants, our online story reported. Over 150 businesses and nonprofits were awarded from the county’s $8.3 million share of revenue from Hollywood Casino at Penn National.

The Dauphin County housing authority will hold a community meeting on March 15 to encourage landlords to accept housing choice vouchers, our online story reported. According to authority officials, there is an affordable housing shortage locally.

Down to Earth Café recently opened in Legacy Park in Mechanicsburg, our magazine story reported. Owner Alex Rojohn offers sustainably sourced coffee and strives to create a welcoming atmosphere.

The Federal Building in downtown Harrisburg has sold again, for the second time in a year, our reporting found. An out-of-town buyer has purchased the property, but it is unclear what plans they have for it.

The Harrisburg School District is in search of someone to take over operations of their Joshua Farm property, our online story reported. In the past, outside organizations have managed the farm, providing educational experiences for district students.

Harrisburg University Presents announced two bands that will perform in Riverfront Park as part of its 2023 Summer Concert Series, our online story reported. Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit will take the stage on July 26 and The Head and The Heart will perform on Aug. 26.

Jonathan Diggs Duke has become a regular performer around Harrisburg, our magazine story reported. The jazz musician is often found playing his trumpet outside the Broad Street market or in other local venues.

Kappa Omega, the Harrisburg chapter of the national Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, celebrated its 100^th anniversary in January, our magazine story reported. For decades, the men have made an impact on the city through their careers, service and mentorship.

Long-haul COVID-19 is affecting the lives of people locally and across the country who continue to have lingering health issues years after contracting the virus. In our magazine story, read about what patients are dealing with and how physicians are treating them, while learning along the way.

Sara Bozich has a lot of fun events lined up for the weekend in the Harrisburg area. Find a show, concert or place to eat, here.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

February 23, 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: Mac & Motors: Macaroni & Cheese Festival at AACA Museum Worth noting: Catch all the Oscar-nominated films at Midtown Cinema; Wild Rabbit Pies & Pizza is open; The Englewood has reopened Things on my agenda this weekend: Into the Woods at Open Stage, HU Presents Elle King at XL Live; a virtual brunch

For your weekend planning

View my local Restaurant Directory or Local Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Directory
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

sip @ soma with Castlerigg Wine Shop during Ice & Fire Festival
HU Presents announces spring 2023 lineup
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Flyin Hawaiian Luau at Boneshire Brew Works
- Winter Beach Party at Harrisburg Beach Club
- Faded Denim on a Gentle Thursday at the Taproom! at Ploughman Cider
- Megan and Dave at Sturges Speakeasy
- Blacklisted Poets of Harrisburg at HMAC

Friday

- The Luv Gods With Jefferey Gaines, Steve Zero & Ian Rawhauser of the Sharks/ Martini Bros @ XL LIVE
- DMC DUO at Wolf Brewing Co
- Jessica Perla Live in Concert at Tucker & Co. Bakery
- Mardi Gras Celebration at SpringGate Vineyard
- An Evening with Pam Jenoff: Code Name Sapphire
- Reinterpretations / Beware of Thoughts That Are Not Your Own at Art Association of Harrisburg
- The Apple Scruffs ft. The Dark Horns, Nat’l Apple Museum
- Topper Broz Live at Ploughman Cider Taproom
- Hard Turf/Back to Life/Chumps/Sukkawut at JB Lovedraft’s
- Tygris & Humandala at HMAC
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- The Masque of the Red Death – a gothic musical experience by Tony Wayne at Open Stage
- 15th annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at Mount Hope

Saturday

- HU Presents ELLE KING WITH THE RED CLAY STRAYS at XL Live
- Mac & Motors: Macaroni & Cheese Festival at AACA Museum
- Wine and Donut Pairing at The Winery at Hunters Valley
- GALentine’s Day Cabaret at Carlisle Theatre
- Mardi Gras Celebration at SpringGate Vineyard
- The After Hours Music Video Release Concert at the West Shore Theatre
- West Shore Symphony Orchestra Free Family Concert: Symphonic Soundtracks
- Hershey Bears vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms
- Vineyard at Hershey’s 11th Anniversary Party!!
- Flinchy’s – Colt Solo
- Gun Metal Gray at the Underground LIVE
- Swemo Experience at HMAC
- Open Stage presents Into the Woods
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- 15th annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at Mount Hope
- Chocolate & Wine Pairing Experience at Hershey’s Chocolate World

Sunday

- Winter Highlights Walk at Hershey Gardens
- The Rhythm Lounge Winter Formal Gala – Swing Dance with Live Music
- The Everly Brothers Experience at American Music Theatre
- Drag Brunch Bingo at HMAC
- West Shore Symphony Orchestra Presents “Symphonic Structures”
- “Dying For A Drink” A Murder Mystery Wine Dinner Event with Castlerigg Wine Shop
- Rivers / Cumberland Honey @ The Wind Down at West Shore Theatre
- Mardi Gras Celebration at SpringGate Vineyard
- Hershey Bears vs. Belleville Senators
- Open Stage presents Into the Woods
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- Yoga and Brunch at Wyndridge Farm

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

February 17, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

PA Latino Convention officials announced that their annual event will come to Harrisburg in September.

At TheBurg, we strive to highlight the good things happening in our community. This week was no different, as we shared lots of positive stories of do-gooders and uplifting events in Harrisburg. Find all of our local coverage, below.

TheBurg Podcast reveals unsung heroes in our midst. For a year, podcast host Karen Hendricks asked guests to identify an unsung hero and she compiled them all here.

Capital Region Water and several governmental agencies have reached an agreement to improve area waterways over the next 10 years, our online story reported. On Monday, the parties filed a modification to a prior “partial consent decree” that functions as a plan to improve Harrisburg’s water/sewer infrastructure.

Harrisburg nonprofits will receive thousands of dollars in annual federal funding after City Council approved the allocations this week. In our online story, see which housing and social service organizations were awarded.

Hershey’s “Therapeutic, Adaptive and Wheels on Ice” group gives special needs participants a chance to find confidence and passion on the ice. In our magazine story, read more about the impact of the program.

The Ice & Fire Festival will return to Harrisburg in March, our online story reported. The event will feature over 60 ice sculptures, fire dancers, vendors and food trucks.

“Into the Woods” will deconstruct your favorite fairy tales and explore the darker nuances behind them, our magazine story reported. The show is playing now through March 11 at Open Stage. In addition, read our review of the show, here.

Judith Hill and Rev. Billy Gray, two long-time community activists, were honored by Harrisburg recently for their work in the city. Two streets received secondary names to recognize the leaders. Read about Hill and Gray’s impact on Harrisburg in our magazine story.

“No Bears” plays this month at Midtown Cinema. In our magazine story, see what our reviewer has to say about the Iranian film.

The PA Latino Convention will be held in Harrisburg in September, our online story reported. The event will include workshops and panel discussions around issues facing the Latino community.

PHFA issued a call for artists to apply to create a mural for its N. Front Street office, our online story reported. The agency is looking for a design that reflects its mission of assisting people with housing needs.

Protesters gathered outside the Humane Society of Harrisburg this week to oppose a scheduled euthanasia of a dog, our online story reported. After several hours, a volunteer took the dog, Pursuit, from the facility.

Rosemary shared a meal perfect for Valentine’s Day in our February issue of the magazine. Find the recipe for Penne alla Vodka, here.

Sara Bozich has a full list of events for your weekend, here.

Theatre Harrisburg’s “Pieces” is a dramatic story of dysfunctional generational dynamics and tragedy, our reviewer says. The show, by Harrisburg playwright Paul Hood, runs through Feb. 19.

Unsung Heroes are all around Harrisburg and our magazine story highlights several of them. Read about ordinary people from the community showing extraordinary kindness and service.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

February 16, 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: Palentine’s Day Cocktail Class tonight at sip @ soma! Worth noting: 3rd in the Burg is Friday! Join us at sip @ soma Things on my agenda this weekend: sip @ soma, 3rd in the Burg, PSU wrestling match

For your weekend planning

Palentine’s Day Cocktail Class at sip @ soma Feb. 16
3rd in the Burg with KLYR Rum and Cork & Fork at sip @ soma
View my local Restaurant Directory or Local Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Directory
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

sip @ soma with Castlerigg Wine Shop during Ice & Fire Festival
Kickstart your health with Whole Body Reset
HU Presents announces spring 2023 lineup
The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Palentine’s Day Cocktail Class at sip @ soma
- All Things Chocolate & Wine Pairing at Grandview Vineyard
- Winter’s Coolest Night Out in downtown Lititz
- Highly Suspect @ XL Live Harrisburg, PA
- Blacklisted Poets of Harrisburg at HMAC

Friday

- 3rd in the Burg
- sip @ soma with KLYR Rum + Cork & Fork | 3rd in the Burg
- February Third in the Burg at Susquehanna Art Museum
- 3rd in the Burg at City House
- Pink Floyd: The Wall | 3rd in the Burg Movie Night
- COLD SPRING UNION with HOCKERSVILLE STATION at The Englewood
- Girl Scout Cookies & Beer at Iron Hill Hershey
- BIG HEAD TODD AND THE MONSTERS @ XL LIVE
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- The Masque of the Red Death – a gothic musical experience by Tony Wayne at Open Stage
- 15th annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at Mount Hope

Saturday

- Open Stage presents Into the Woods
- Shop, Sip, & Self Care at Little Black Dress
- Community Free Day at The National Civil War Museum
- Arts on the Square presents An Evening with Beethoven
- Bean to Bar Celebration at Hershey’s Chocolate World
- Macramé Plant Hanger Class with Why Knot at Wheel of Light Studio
- Something Sweet at Sophia’s
- One Year Anniversary! at Heart & Soul Books
- Sondheim Tribute at Ephrata Performing Arts Center
- New Artist in Resident & Happy Hour at Home 231
- Apple Nissan Pet Adoption Event
- Mardi Gras Party at Bourbon Street Saloon
- 2023 Comedy Night with Earl David Reed
- DEVIX // Sasha Hurtado at The Cantina York
- YONDER MOUNTAIN STRING BAND wgs Colebrook Road @ XL LIVE
- TIMMY’S CREEPSHOW w/THE SUPER HIGH-TECH JET FIGHTERS + POWDER KEG CULTURE Live!! at Metropolis Collective
- Pocket Vinyl, Houses In The Sky, MansionBuilder slay at Lovedrafts Brewing
- Fam Jam w/ Side of Yams & Silly Sounds at HMAC
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- 15th annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at Mount Hope
- Chocolate & Wine Pairing Experience at Hershey’s Chocolate World

Sunday

- A THIEF IN THE NIGHT (1972) – 16MM Film Screening Of The Cult Classic! with Moviate at Midtown Cinema
- Open Stage presents Into the Woods
- One Cozy Night on Broadway at Carley’s Ristorante
- HYP Book Club: “I’m Glad My Mom Died”
- The Harrisburg Record Riot! at Lovedrafts Brewing
- Tower of Power at American Music Theatre
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- The Masque of the Red Death – a gothic musical experience by Tony Wayne at Open Stage
- Yoga + Charka Workshop (6-Week Series) at H2L Studio
- Yoga and Brunch at Wyndridge Farm

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

February 10, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

A Harrisburg City Council meeting on Tuesday.

Love is in the air as we get closer to Valentine’s Day. Show some love for your favorite community publication and become a Friend of TheBurg or pick up some of our Burg Gear for your sweetheart. In the meantime, catch up on this week’s news, below.

Affordable housing may be coming to Uptown Harrisburg as the Planning Commission heard two new proposals last week, our online story reported. One of the projects, JMB Gardens, would include 41 affordable apartment units on the 2200- and 2300-blocks of N. 6^th St.

Bob’s Art Blog explores the unique art of a fabric collage creator, a rug hooker, a scrimshander and an assemblage architect. Read about the artists and see their work, here.

TheBurg Podcast focuses on health in Harrisburg. Hear from a fitness trainer, a running shoe store owner and the director of a therapeutic ice skating program, here. And our editor, of course, offers his two cents with his monthly “The Most Harrisburg Thing.”

Dauphin County Prison hired two new top officials as part of its reform efforts, our online story reported. John Bey will serve as the director of criminal justice and Kevin Myers will take the role of internal affairs investigator.

F.L.Y. Fitness helps local women feel confident and lead healthy lifestyles, our magazine story reported. Owner Jelissa Gilmore opened the gym with the goal of creating an empowering atmosphere for women to exercise.

A former encampment under the Mulberry Street Bridge has cleared out after Harrisburg evicted those living at the site. This week, the city finished installing a fence around the area to keep people out while they work to exterminate a rat infestation, our online story reported.

In Harrisburg, 2023 seems hazier than usual, with several significant matters still up in the air, according to our publisher. He hopes to see these issues develop and give us greater clarity by the end of the year.

Harrisburg City Council discussed the allocation and possible recipients of annual federal funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, our online story reported. Council heard from over 20 applicants hoping to receive funds to support their homelessness prevention and social service agencies.

The Harrisburg School District plans to sell its property at 1001 N. 18^th St., formerly the site of the Woodward School, to Harrisburg developer George Fernandez, our reporting found. Fernandez has proposed building affordable housing, a community center, daycare and food and clothing banks.

Home sales dropped but prices jumped in January in the Harrisburg area, our online story reported. In the three-county region, 389 homes sold last month, compared to 499 in January 2022, but the median sales price rose to $245,000 from $211,900 the prior year.

Two running shoe stores recently expanded, opening new stores in the Harrisburg area. In our magazine story, find out how owners of Fleet Feet Mechanicsburg and Appalachian Running Company have capitalized on the growing running community.

Sara Bozich has her Weekend Roundup with lots of activities happening around Harrisburg. Click here to find them.

U.S. Sen. John Fetterman announced that he has taken office space inside Strawberry Square, our reporting found. His Harrisburg-based regional office will be on the fourth floor of the Lerner Tower.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

February 9, 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: Try Tröegs new Cordial Elf (yes) that releases today at the brewery Worth noting: Galentine’s Day event Thursday at Meeka Fine Jewelry; the entire rom-com lineup at West Shore Theatre Things on my agenda this weekend: dinner at note on Friday; Super Bowl Sunday

For your weekend planning

13 Valentine/Palentine Day ideas around Harrisburg
View my local Restaurant Directory or Local Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Directory
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

1. Palentine’s Day Cocktail Class at sip @ soma Feb. 16
2. Kickstart your health with Whole Body Reset
3. HU Presents announces spring 2023 lineup

1. The Best Farmers Markets around Harrisburg

1. Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

- Galentine’s Day at Meeka Fine Jewelry
- Galentine’s Day showing of Bridesmaids at West Shore Theatre
- Cursed Days of February at Boneshire Brew Works (beer release)
- Cordial Elf release @ Tröegs Brewery
- Cooking Essentials with Chef Liza – Charcuterie for Two at Leg Up Farmers Market
- Chris Carl Live at the Taproom on Gentle Thursday! at Ploughman Cider
- Questioneers Traveling Exhibit Launch Day at Whitaker Center
- Special Menu to Celebrate Galentine’s & Palentine’s at Revival York
- Valentine’s Charcuterie Workshop benefiting JL Harrisburg @ LoveDraft’s Brewing Co.
- Blacklisted Poets of Harrisburg at HMAC

Friday

- Down in Front! presents Streets of Fire! at Midtown Cinema
- How to Lose A Guy in 10 Days at West Shore Theatre
- Member’s Preview Opening at Susquehanna Art Museum
- Downtown Deathcore with a touch of Grind at JB Lovedraft’s
- Harrisburg Chapter of the American Guild of Organists
- Pizza Fridays in the Loft @ Tröegs Brewery
- Sweetheart & Chocolate Weekend at SpringGate
- It’s Friday Night w/ the Roger Sine Trio, Live! at Ploughman Cider Taproom
- Anti Valentine’s Bash at Lovedraft’s Unplugged
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- The Masque of the Red Death – a gothic musical experience by Tony Wayne at Open Stage
- 15th annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at Mount Hope

Saturday

- 2023 Cupid’s Chase 5k Harrisburg
- Cha Cha Chocolate in downtown Mechanicsburg
- Couples Prenatal Yoga at Just Plain Yoga
- Super Bowl Saturday at Fresh Market Hershey
- Galentine’s Day at the Gray Apple Market
- You’ve Got Mail; Sleepless In Seattle at West Shore Theatre
- Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra presents Tchaikovsky’s Sixth
- Soup & Chili Competition at Appalachian Harley-Davidson
- Queen of Hearts Dinner Experience at The Willows of Ashcombe Manor
- Gettysburg Rocks Fundraiser Music Festival! at Ploughman Cider Taproom
- The Four Horsemen (Metallica) @ XL LIVE
- Sweetheart & Chocolate Weekend at SpringGate
- Ales on the Rails: Will You Beer My Valentine?
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- Rascal Revival at Blue Sky Tavern
- Live at JB Lovedraft’s! Violet Fire, Chiseled Lilies & RA!D
- 15th annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at Mount Hope
- Chocolate & Wine Pairing Experience at Hershey’s Chocolate World

Sunday

- Lovers & Friends of Midtown Meetup
- Sunday Brunch @ Tröegs
- Valentine’s Brunch with Corinna Joy at Mount Gretna Craft Brewery
- When Harry Met Sally; La La Land at West Shore Theatre
- Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra presents Tchaikovsky’s Sixth
- AHS Bloody Valentine Drag Brunch at Lovedraft’s Brewing
- FraserFest | Blast from the Past at Midtown Cinema
- Sweetheart & Chocolate Weekend at SpringGate
- Theatre Harrisburg presents PIECES
- The Masque of the Red Death – a gothic musical experience by Tony Wayne at Open Stage
- Yoga + Charka Workshop (6-Week Series) at H2L Studio
- Yoga and Brunch at Wyndridge Farm

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

February 3, 2023 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Bailey’s and Independence islands, just north of the Harvey Taylor Bridge, were sold to the commonwealth. Photo by Michael Yatsko.

The weekend is off to a frigid start here in Harrisburg. However, it’s the perfect weather to grab a copy of our February edition of the magazine and curl up with a blanket. In this issue, you’ll find lots of stories celebrating Black History Month and Valentine’s Day.

An apartment building may be coming to Front Street in Harrisburg, our reporting found. On Wednesday night, the city’s Planning Commission heard the proposal by a New Jersey-based developer that wants to build “Dauphin House Apartments.”

Community Corner spotlights what’s happening this month in the Harrisburg area, from art exhibits to concerts. Find even more events in our Happenings column.

Downtown Daily Bread named a new executive director, Carlisle-resident Corrie Lingenfelter, our reporting found. In her new role, Lingenfelter hopes to carry on the nonprofit’s mission of helping those in need.

February has lots of great concerts in store, says our live music columnist. Find her chart-topping recommendations, here.

The February issue of the magazine is stuffed with stories of people making strides in business, politics and service. We love featuring local success stories, and our publisher shares why it’s so important, here.

Harrisburg will continue its search for an in-house city engineer after over a year with the position vacant, our online story reported. The city had previously announced that it hired Michael Yeosock, but this week said that he recently declined the job.

H&R Block opened this week at the corner of Market and N. 3^rd streets in Harrisburg, our online story reported. Just in time for tax season, the business will offer tax preparation, among other services.

Two islands in the Susquehanna River in Harrisburg recently sold after being put on the market for the first time in decades, our online story reported. The commonwealth purchased both Independence and Bailey’s islands with plans to conserve and keep the land public.

Sara Bozich has lots of indoor events lined up for your chilly weekend in Harrisburg. Find out what’s happening, here.

Unleashed Grooming Company announced that they will open a storefront near N. 3^rd and Market streets in downtown Harrisburg, our online story reported. Owner Alexandra Lauch will offer dog and cat grooming services.

“Voices of the Eighth” opens this weekend at Gamut Theatre in Harrisburg, our magazine story reported. The show, by Sankofa African American Theatre Company, tells the story of what happened to Harrisburg’s Old Eighth Ward, a predominately Black and immigrant neighborhood that was demolished to make room for the state Capitol Complex. For a preview of the show and to hear what our reviewer says about it, click here.

Zoombalicious offers Harrisburg women a way to stay healthy, build relationships and have fun, our magazine story reported. For years, the program’s instructors have remained dedicated to assisting participants.

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What you’ll find:

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

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A Look Ahead

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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 planning

A Look Ahead

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

You May Also Like

You May Also Like

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

What you’ll find:

For your weekend planning

A Look Ahead

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

You May Also Like

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