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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

February 10, 2022 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! Scroll down or use the menu links to find ideas for your weekend.

What you’ll find:

For your weekend planning
Top Weekend Recs
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Like this content?

For something new: Make those Valentine’s Day reservations. And there’s still time to shop my local gift guide.

(Still) Worth noting: Check out my private Facebook community, Cheers Harrisburg. You can join the convo here.

Things on my agenda this weekend: Stopping by the Burn30 Open House (I’m starting workouts there this week), plus the Queen of Hearts Pop-Up Dinner with The JDK Group at The Willows at Ashcombe Mansion — they just added a special coffee & dessert ticket option that is perfect to cap your Saturday.

Don’t forget to support your local brewery! Click here to find one near you.

For your weekend planning

My #shoplocal Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Check out what’s happening next week in SoMa Harrisburg
View our local Restaurant Directory
Local Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Directory
See what else you missed on the blog.

Below are options for your weekend.

Things to Do in Harrisburg + Central PA | Weekend Roundup | Sara Bozich

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Top Weekend Recs

Make those Valentine’s Day reservations ASAP
And make this perfect Valentine’s Day cocktail
High Road Brewing will open in Camp Hill this summer
An immersive dining experience at Amorette in Lancaster | A Review
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

COVID-19 Disclaimer: Masking and social distancing policies may vary per business, venue, and event. All events are subject to change. Please be considerate, follow the rules, and be nice. And tip extra!

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

February 4, 2022 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg City Council held its first legislative session of the year on Tuesday to discuss the 2022 proposed amended budget.

Happy Black History Month to all of our readers! In our new issue of the magazine, you can read stories highlighting Black history, culture and community. Find a few below, as well, as you catch up on this week’s local news.

Accessibility is a priority for Harrisburg City Council, which is trying to make meetings more inclusive, our reporting found. For their first legislative session of the year on Tuesday, council had a new Kid’s Corner, to better allow parents to bring children to meetings, and a sign language interpreter.

African Americans haven’t always had the easiest time studying their genealogy, as they’ve faced barriers to documenting their lives. But now, social media, digitization and DNA are restoring forgotten stories to the American experience, our magazine story reported.

Our cartoon for February is “Under New Management.” Wonder what we are talking about? Click here.

Central Pennsylvania youth soccer clubs have collaborated to form an advisory board to better recruit and train regional young male soccer players, our online story reported. The group will support the creation of the Men’s Hershey FC National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) Team and the Central Pennsylvania United Under 23 Team (Central Penn United U-23).

A drive-through COVID-19 testing center opened in Dauphin County on Wednesday, our online story reported. Tests will be offered for free on the campus of the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.

Dr. Lori Suski was named by the Court of Common Pleas as the new receiver for the Harrisburg School District, our online story reported. Suski fills the position that Dr. Janet Samuels previously occupied before announcing her resignation in January.

February brings plenty of Valentine’s Day and Black History Month events, as well as others. Peruse our Community Corner and Happenings columns to find fun ways to fill up your month!

Harrisburg Black Newsbeat, a regular show at Open Stage theater, spotlights talent, culture and art from the Black community. In our magazine story, read about show host Dr. Kimeka Campbell’s motivation and what she has in store to celebrate Black History Month on the show.

Harrisburg’s new administration presented its proposed, amended 2022 budget to City Council on Tuesday, our reporting found. The general fund budget, $69.9 million for 2022, is a $10 million decrease from last year’s spending plan.

Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC announced new board chairs, officers and members of the board of directors, our online story reported. For 2022, G. Greg Gunn will serve as the chair of the Chamber’s board of directors, while Casey Khuri will serve as the chair of the board for CREDC.

Ice & Fire Festival will return to Harrisburg in March, our reporting found. The event will feature over 50 ice sculptures, fire dancers, an ice slide and a street festival.

The mayor and City Council’s relationship has historically been less than ideal in Harrisburg. As Mayor Wanda Williams assumes her new position, our editor hopes for more harmony between the city’s executive and legislative branches.

Rosemary has the perfect dish to cheer you up during these cold winter months—a summery Sicilian orange salad. Find her recipe, here.

Sara Bozich has fun ways to beat the winter blues in her Weekend Roundup of events in the Harrisburg area.

Shelters in Harrisburg are working to meet the demand for housing during the winter, our reporting found. According to local activists, the need is even greater this season, as many shelters are at capacity.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

February 3, 2022 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! Scroll down or use the menu links to find ideas for your weekend.

What you’ll find:

For your weekend planning
Top Weekend Recs
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Like this content?

For something new: Explore downtown Carlisle during Ice Fest weekend. Make those Valentine’s Day reservations. Shop my local gift guide.

(Still) Worth noting: Check out my private Facebook community, Cheers Harrisburg. You can join the convo here.

Things on my agenda this weekend: Leaving the house.

Don’t forget to support your local brewery! Click here to find one near you.

For your weekend planning

My #shoplocal Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Shop these great local markets.
View our local Restaurant Directory
Local Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Directory
See what else you missed on the blog.

Below are options for your weekend.

Top Weekend Recs

Make those Valentine’s Day reservations
High Road Brewing will open in Camp Hill this summer
An immersive dining experience at Amorette in Lancaster | A Review
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

Industry Night with DJ Caraby at The Englewood
Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Italian Cooking Classes with Banfi Wines Part 2: “Pasta-bilities” – The Art of Flour and Water at 1700 Degrees Steakhouse
An Evening with Harry Connick Jr. at American Music Theatre

Friday

Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Live Music Fridays with Casey Walton at Mount Gretna Craft Brewery
Ice Art Fest in Carlisle
Orchid Show & Sale at Hershey Gardens
“For the Love of Art” Hershey Area Art Association Art Exhibit & Sale at Hershey Gardens
Phil Cannizzaro- solo acoustic at Flinchy’s
Divas Down Under Valentines With The Boyz Drag Show
Galentine’s Weekend! at SpringGate
IN-PERSON: An Evening with Daniel Pink: The Power of Regret at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
Hexbelt at The Englewood
Abba Mania at Whitaker Center

Saturday

HBG Flea – February 2022 at Strawberry Square
Penn State Extension Home Gardening Essentials: Back to Basics
York County Ale Trail: The Brew Bus!
York County Ale Trail: The Original Walking Tour
Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Lunar New Year Celebration at Hershey’s Chocolate World
DEFIANT X ETERNAL FREQUENCY wsgs LYNDHURST & DINOSAURS IN PARIS @ XL LIVE
Sweetheart Charcuterie Workshop for Two with Basilico Boards
Ice Art Fest in Carlisle
Orchid Show & Sale at Hershey Gardens
“For the Love of Art” Hershey Area Art Association Art Exhibit & Sale at Hershey Gardens
Galentine’s Weekend! at SpringGate
The Uptown Band at The Englewood
Open Stage presents The Obstructed View

Sunday

Hanover Brewery Tours: The Brew Bus!
York County Ale Trail: The Original Walking Tour
Sunday Family Day at Stumpy’s Hatchet House Hershey
Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Lunar New Year Celebration at Hershey’s Chocolate World
First Sunday Jazz Jam at Mount Greta Craft Brewery
Ice Art Fest in Carlisle
Yoga & Brunch at Hemauer Brewing Co.
Orchid Show & Sale at Hershey Gardens
“For the Love of Art” Hershey Area Art Association Art Exhibit & Sale at Hershey Gardens
Galentine’s Weekend! at SpringGate
10 Years of Vineyard at Hershey Wine
HARD vs. SV Derby Vixens
Sunday Jazz Series with the Steve Rudolph Quartet featuring Jonathan Ragonese at The Englewood

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

January 28, 2022 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg Young Professionals announced Meghan Bachmore as their new executive director.

Have you spotted February’s cover yet? A new issue of the magazine hits stands today! This month, read stories featuring Black history and culture in honor of the month-long holiday. Catch up on this week’s local news, below, and then go grab a copy of the magazine.

Amethyst Retreat Center in Duncannon holds events and programming centered around a culture of wellness, our magazine story reported. Connecting people with nature, an inclusive mindset, and a focus on cultivating a diverse natural environment are core principles.

Blogger Bob rounds out the year in art with part II of his blog. Read about the Harrisburg area’s best exhibits of 2021, here.

Bridge of Hope, with 25 offices in 13 states, assists single mothers who are unhoused or facing homelessness, using social capital and “neighboring.” In our magazine story, hear from women who were impacted by the program and moved from feelings of despair to hope.

Capital Region Water appeared before members of the state Senate to address the commonwealth’s refusal to pay its assessed stormwater fees, our online story reported. According to CRW, if the state doesn’t pay its share, Harrisburg residents and business owners will have to pay more.

Dauphin County introduced a new online portal for its emergency rent and utility assistance program, our online story reported. The platform will make it easier for residents in need to apply for and receive help.

Our editor frets about the weather every month around our magazine distribution day. Will it be rainy, snowy or just right for delivery? In his editor’s note, he thanks TheBurg’s trusty delivery team who braves the weather and fills the many magazine racks and street boxes each month.

Harrisburg Young Professionals announced Meghan Bachmore as its new executive director, our reporting found. Bachmore fills a role with the organization that was empty for over two years.

Historic Harrisburg Association announced its proposed 2022 Preservation Priorities this week, our online story reported. Find out which historic Harrisburg properties are the most blighted and threatened.

LGBTQ+ youth can find an alliance and explore their identities in the Common Roads program—serving Dauphin, Cumberland, York and Lancaster counties. The program offers a drop-in social setting and community resources for youth and young adults, our magazine story reported.

Lynn Reigle is the owner of Arthur Murray Dance Studios in Lemoyne, York and Lancaster. In our story, read about the recent expansion of her Lemoyne location and why she loves to dance.

Raymonde “Ré” Désabres Plaut was a French artist who lived in Harrisburg before passing away in 2020. She was known for her in-home art gallery, her glamorous parties, her creativity, love and eccentricity. Read about Ré and her art in our magazine story.

Soup is the perfect meal to cook up on these cold winter days. Rosemary has your back in the kitchen with her pasta fazool recipe.

The Time Brothers, a local band, recently released their first album, “October,” our magazine story reported. The album meshes the musical styles of musicians Matt Wurst and Jim Grinnen.

Sara Bozich has you covered in the weekend plans department. For food, art and entertainment recommendations, click here.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

January 27, 2022 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! Scroll down or use the menu links to find ideas for your weekend.

What you’ll find:

For your weekend planning
Top Weekend Recs
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Like this content?

For something new: If you’re into beer, consider the World Tour of PA Beer happening all weekend at Big Bottom Brewery. Friday night, check out the new beer release at ABC/The Midtown Tavern/Blue Sky Tavern, too.

(Still) Worth noting: Check out my private Facebook community, Cheers Harrisburg. You can join the convo here.

Things on my agenda this weekend: Are we getting this snow? Maybe?

Don’t forget to support your local brewery! Click here to find one near you.

For your weekend planning

Shop these great local markets.
View our local Restaurant Directory
Local Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Directory
See what else you missed on the blog.

Below are options for your weekend.

Top Weekend Recs

An immersive dining experience at Amorette in Lancaster | A Review
Read a look at the year ahead
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

Pizza Pop-Up at Tröegs Hershey (In the Loft)
Live @ The Shire: John Rossey of Cold Spring Union at Boneshire Brew Works
Industry Night with DJ Caraby at The Englewood
Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Hershey Area Art Association presents Backstage Café’ Art Gallery features art by Gwen Leuschner and Diane Hoffer at Allen Theatre
Local HAAA artists featured at Hershey Library’s Hallway Art Gallery
2000s General Trivia at Hemauer Brewing Co.
Italian Wine Dinner – featuring Banfi Wines at Restaurant Sydney
Carlisle Family YMCA Community Blood Drive
Colonial Park Mall Community Blood Drive
AN EVENING WITH GHOST LIGHT at XL Live
Thirsty Thursday with DJ Saucy P at Flinchy’s

Friday

Learn at Lunchtime with The State Museum of Pennsylvania: Curator’s Choice: Archaeology
Midnight Fridge Raider Beer Release at all Appalachian Brewing Co. locations, plus The Midtown Tavern, and Blue Sky Tavern
NARÇISSE THEATRE COMPANY presents, “KILL KELLER” an Original Drama by Paul Hood
Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Hershey Area Art Association presents Backstage Café’ Art Gallery features art by Gwen Leuschner and Diane Hoffer at Allen Theatre
Local HAAA artists featured at Hershey Library’s Hallway Art Gallery
Trinchero “Festival of the Vaquilla” – Spanish Tapas & Wine Dinner at 1700 Degrees Steakhouse
Lighting The Way to Pride- midway to pride party at Stallions
An Evening with Jessamine Chan and Kate Baer: The School for Good Mothers at Midtown Scholar Bookstore
Bacon ‘N Nog Festival at SpringGate
Punk Rock – TGIF: Weekly Theme Rides at H2L Studio
Harrisburg University Presents and WXPN Welcomes MUNA at The Englewood
Community Blood Drive at GIANT (Camp Hill)
Live Music with Gillian Smith and Sarah Sheriff at Flinchy’s
Corina Rose at Blue Sky Tavern at The Blue Sky Tavern
Caribbean Night Pairing Dinner at Wyndridge Farm
The World Tour of PA Beer at Big Bottom Brewery
Riot Ten at The Capitol Room at The New HMAC

Saturday

Paddle Board Yoga & Barre/Pilates at MASH Pool with H2L Studio
York County Ale Trail: The Brew Bus!
York County Ale Trail: The Original Walking Tour
NARÇISSE THEATRE COMPANY presents, “KILL KELLER” an Original Drama by Paul Hood
Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Hershey Area Art Association presents Backstage Café’ Art Gallery features art by Gwen Leuschner and Diane Hoffer at Allen Theatre
Local HAAA artists featured at Hershey Library’s Hallway Art Gallery
Bacon ‘N Nog Festival at SpringGate
Lunar New Year Celebration at Hershey’s Chocolate World
West Shore Elks #2257 Community Blood Drive
THE LIZARDS: PHISH TRIBUTE @ XL LIVE
The World Tour of PA Beer at Big Bottom Brewery

Sunday

Yoga & Brunch at Wyndridge Farm
Hanover Brewery Tours: The Brew Bus!
York County Ale Trail: The Original Walking Tour
Sunday Family Day at Stumpy’s Hatchet House Hershey
NARÇISSE THEATRE COMPANY presents, “KILL KELLER” an Original Drama by Paul Hood
Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Hershey Area Art Association presents Backstage Café’ Art Gallery features art by Gwen Leuschner and Diane Hoffer at Allen Theatre
Local HAAA artists featured at Hershey Library’s Hallway Art Gallery
Shrimp Band Brunch @ Newfangled
Bacon ‘N Nog Festival at SpringGate
Lunar New Year Celebration at Hershey’s Chocolate World
Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Community Blood Drive
The World Tour of PA Beer at Big Bottom Brewery
Susquehanna Folk Music Society Presents: Windborne-Community Sing at Fort Hunter Barn

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

January 21, 2022 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

At an open house, Harrisburg residents and activists voiced concerns to PennDOT about a Market Street rehab project.

We are in the thick of winter here in Harrisburg with temperatures that seem to just keep dropping. This weekend, stay warm and stay up to date on local news, which is listed and linked, below.

Arepa House recently opened in downtown Harrisburg, bringing authentic Venezuelan food to the area, our magazine story reported. The restaurant offers various types of arepa sandwiches to choose from, each featuring a varied combination of meat, cheeses, beans, plantains, avocados and/or veggies.

Blogger Bob shares last year’s highlights from the local art world in this first installment of a two-part blog. Take a look at the best exhibits of 2021, here.

Our Burg Review featured Narcisse Theatre’s new show “Kill Keller.” In the play, writer Paul Hood reopens wounds and bares his painful childhood.

Capital Blue Cross has some tips for how to handle stress and strengthen mental health. Find ways to lower stress levels, here.

Carolina Harvey of Susquehanna Township became the first Latina to host the long-running A&E television network series, “Hoarders” in 2021, our magazine story reported. On a day-to-day basis, Harvey helps clients tidy their homes through her business, Cure The Clutter.

The Central PA MLK Day of Service was held mainly on a virtual format due to the snow, our online story reported. The committee still had plenty of ways for the community to celebrate the holiday through live-streamed seminars and activities.

The Harrisburg Heat soccer team has returned to the pitch for a new season. In our magazine story, read about the team that’s been kicking it for years.

The Harrisburg School District announced that it would move to a virtual format this past week due to a rise in COVID cases, our online story reported. That was the second week in a row that the district has opted for virtual learning.

The Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra cancelled its weekend concerts due to the current spike in COVID cases, our online story reported.

A high-volume COVID testing site is planned to open soon at the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, our online story reported. The Department of Health has not yet released details on when the site will open.

Kesher Israel has moved from its long-time location to a new building on the 3000-block of N. 3^rd Street, our reporting found. The location provides a more modernized and centralized place for the synagogue.

Midtown Cinema is hosting a meet and greet with “The Room” star Greg Sestero this weekend. In our magazine story, read about the movie that has become a cult classic because of how bad it is.

PennDOT presented its plans for the Market Street Bridge renovation at a community open house, our online story reported. Many business owners and activists showed up to ask questions and voice concerns.

The People’s Budget team surveyed Harrisburg residents to find out what they wanted prioritized in the city’s 2022 budget, our online story reported. Results showed that people favored investment in housing, roads and infrastructure, among other items.

Sara Bozich has lots of fun ideas for your weekend, despite the cold weather. Take a look, here.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

January 20, 2022 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! Scroll down or use the menu links to find ideas for your weekend.

What you’ll find:

For your weekend planning
Top Weekend Recs
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Like this content?

For something new: Check out Kill Keller at HMAC. TheBurg has this review of the production. Today is National Cheese Lover’s Day – check out these wine pairings. Lisa’s Café on Chocolate opens at The Hershey Story on Friday.

(Still) Worth noting: Check out my private Facebook community, Cheers Harrisburg. You can join the convo here.

Things on my agenda this weekend: Dinner with a good friend, not much else …

Don’t forget to support your local brewery! Click here to find one near you.

For your weekend planning

Shop these great local markets.
View our local Restaurant Directory
Local Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Directory
See what else you missed on the blog.

Below are options for your weekend.

Top Weekend Recs

An immersive dining experience at Amorette in Lancaster | A Review
Read a look at the year ahead
Submit your events for the Weekend Roundup

Thursday

National Cheese Lovers Day 2022 Pairing at The Winery at Long Shot Farm
Live @ The Shire Marrisa Porter at Boneshire Brew Works
Winter Market at Farmers Market in Hershey Cocoa Beanery
Industry Night with DJ Caraby at The Englewood
90s Music Trivia at Hemauer Brewing Co.
Italian Cooking Classes with Banfi Wines Part 1: “Say Cheese” – Burrata Making at 1700 Degrees Steakhouse
Boozy Bingo Livestream!
Customer Appreciation Sip & Shop at Carriage House Consignment Boutique
Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Hershey Area Art Association presents Backstage Café’ Art Gallery features art by Gwen Leuschner and Diane Hoffer at Allen Theatre
Local HAAA artists featured at Hershey Library’s Hallway Art Gallery
Funtcase w/ SweetTooth at Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center

Friday

3rd in the Burg
- Clue | 3rd in the Burg at Midtown Cinema
- January Third in the Burg at Susquehanna Art Museum
- Figuratively Speaking Reception at Art Association of Harrisburg
- 3rd in the Burg: Shine Delphi Live at the Brownstone
Learn at Lunchtime with The State Museum of Pennsylvania
Nate Myers and the Aces with special guests Hall Williams Band at The Englewood
Megan and Dave at Hemauer Brewing Co.
NARÇISSE THEATRE COMPANY presents, “KILL KELLER” an Original Drama by Paul Hood
A Wintry Mix VI: Tangled Up In Blue Opening Reception at Metropolis Collective
Shrimp Band @ Mt Gretna Craft Brewery
AN EVENING W/ CRIPPLED BUT FREE (A TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF THE GRATEFUL DEAD) @ XL LIVE
Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Hershey Area Art Association presents Backstage Café’ Art Gallery features art by Gwen Leuschner and Diane Hoffer at Allen Theatre
Local HAAA artists featured at Hershey Library’s Hallway Art Gallery
CMT and ACA Winner Scotty McCreery at American Music Theatre

Saturday

The York County Ale Trail Brew Bus
The Original Walking Tour – York City
The Martini Bros. at The Englewood
NARÇISSE THEATRE COMPANY presents, “KILL KELLER” an Original Drama by Paul Hood
BIG FAT MEANIES, MEDUSA’S DISCO & THE 25TH HOUR @ XL LIVE
Live Music at Burd’s Nest: The Dirty Grass Players
Macramé Plant Hanger Workshop with Lindsey of Why Knot
Hershey Bears vs. Hartford Wolf Pack GIANT Teddy Bear Toss Night
Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Hershey Area Art Association presents Backstage Café’ Art Gallery features art by Gwen Leuschner and Diane Hoffer at Allen Theatre
Local HAAA artists featured at Hershey Library’s Hallway Art Gallery
Soul Comedy starring Sommore at Whitaker Center
The Lacs at Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center
Trolls LIVE! at Hershey Theatre

Sunday

Walk With A Doc around Wildwood Park!
Yoga & Brunch at Wyndridge Farm
The Hanover Brewery Tours Brew Bus
The Original Walking Tour – York City
Sunday Family Day at Stumpy’s Hatchet House Hershey
THE ROOM – meet Greg Sestero! Live! at Midtown Cinema
NARÇISSE THEATRE COMPANY presents, “KILL KELLER” an Original Drama by Paul Hood
Citizen Cope at Whitaker Center
GROM JAM! – 2022 at Roundtop Mountain Resort
Hershey Bears vs. Hartford Wolf Pack
Fulton Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Hershey Area Art Association presents Backstage Café’ Art Gallery features art by Gwen Leuschner and Diane Hoffer at Allen Theatre
Local HAAA artists featured at Hershey Library’s Hallway Art Gallery
Trolls LIVE! at Hershey Theatre

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

January 14, 2022 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

This building at 213 Locust St., Harrisburg, will become a small apartment building.

It looks like more snow and chilly days are headed our way. That makes it the perfect time to curl up at home with the January issue of the magazine. While you’re at it, catch up on this week’s local news, below.

Animal Advocates of South Central PA challenged community members to go vegan for 30 days in January. In our magazine story, read about the benefits of veganism.

Breaking the Chainz opened a resource center in Uptown Harrisburg for community members to access help in the areas of trauma, health, addiction, etc., our online story reported.

TheBurg Podcast is ditching the common phrase “New Year, New You,” and proposing an update, “New Year, New Issues.” Listen to this month’s edition to hear from Seth Dellinger of Animal Advocates of South Central PA, local author Fred Burton and Harrisburg runner Clare Flannery on a number of issues, plus our editor’s “The Most Harrisburg Thing!”

Clare Flannery is a 65-year-old runner who just completed her fifth marathon—the iconic Boston Marathon—in October. It’s a tough marathon to qualify for, so how did she do it? Find out in our magazine story.

Harrisburg University received a major donation for its proposed sustainable agriculture center in downtown Harrisburg, our online story reported. Carlisle-based The GIANT Company will donate $1 million to HU’s planned 23,000-square-foot building that, according to GIANT, may break ground later this year.

Harrisburg Young Professionals announced its new board president, Jade Honey, our online story reported. Honey will help lead the hiring of a new executive director, which the organization hasn’t had in two years.

Harristown Enterprises recently purchased the building that long housed The Plum, a clothing store in downtown Harrisburg, our reporting found. They plan to convert the building into boutique apartments.

Home sales and prices in Harrisburg both increased last month, our reporting found. In the three-county region, 774 homes sold last month compared to 761 in December 2020.

Live music will return to Riverfront Park as part of Harrisburg University’s summer concert series, this year, our reporting found. Partnering with Tröegs Independent Brewing, HU will kick off the series by presenting bands Lord Huron and First Aid Kit.

The MLK Day of Service committee has numerous volunteer opportunities for people to participate in on the holiday, our reporting found. At a press conference, they urged community members to spend their day off as a day on.

PennDOT added a second time slot for an open house next week for its planned Market Street Bridge rehabilitation project, our online story reported. PennDOT plans to rehabilitate the historic arches of the bridge.

Raymonde “Ré” Désabres Plaut was a French artist who lived in Harrisburg before passing away in 2020. In our magazine story, read about how she made an impact through her art and spunky personality.

Sara Bozich is back after a long holiday break with ideas to make this weekend a fun one. Take a look.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

January 13, 2022 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! Scroll down or use the menu links to find ideas for your weekend.

For your weekend planning
Top Weekend Recs
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Like this content?

For something new: Did you know you can book a private screening at Midtown Cinema? Interested in learning more about wines? Check out the PA Wine Society’s free Sunday virtual tasting series.

(Still) Worth noting: Check out my private Facebook community, Cheers Harrisburg. You can join the convo here.

Things on my agenda this weekend: Taking the kiddo to ZooAmerica, doing cozy things like making stock, seeing an old friend.

Don’t forget to support your local brewery! Click here to find one near you.

For your weekend planning

Shop these great local markets.
View our local Restaurant Directory
Local Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Directory
See what else you missed on the blog.

Below are options for your weekend.

Top Weekend Recs

Read a look at the year ahead
Check out PA Eats Guide to the 2022 PA Farm Show

Thursday

Winter Edibles Walk at Wildwood Park
PA Farm Show 2022
Rock/Musical starring the Teen Studio at Open Stage
Music Bingo at Hemauer Brewing Co
Save Silver Lake @ Blue Sky Tavern
Live @ The Shire: Joe Cooney & Friends Duo at Boneshire Brew Works
Industry Night with DJ Caraby at The Englewood

Friday

Learn at Lunchtime with The State Museum of Pennsylvania: Virtual Adventures in Nature Lab: American Eels in the Susquehanna River
PA Farm Show 2022
Blitz Dynette at The Englewood
Court Street Cabaret: Theatre School Edition #1 at Open Stage
Rj @ Blue Sky Tavern
2nd Friday : January 14th in downtown Lititz
Down in Front presents The Pumaman at Midtown Cinema

Saturday

Sunday

Mt Zion UM Church Community Blood Drive
Wyndridge Wedding Showcase
Friends of Midtown MLK Day of Service
The Pennsylvania Wine Society Virtual Wine Education Series: Jardin de la France … the Loire Valley Wines with Kevin Ostrowski
The Hanover Brewery Tours Brew Bus
The Original Walking Tour – York City
Sunday Family Day at Stumpy’s Hatchet House Hershey

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

December 23, 2021 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! Scroll down or use the menu links to find ideas for your weekend.

End-of-year update: I’m taking off tomorrow through Jan. 9. No Weekend Roundup next week or the following (I’ve never done that — even when I had a baby), but I have included some limited NYE and New Year’s Day events below. Thank you all for hanging around, replying to my emails, and sharing info and chats via IG (and I’ll prob still be posting on Instagram during these two weeks). I appreciate you all! Wishing you a warm and healthy holiday. See ya in 2022.

(Still) Worth noting: Check out my private Facebook community, Cheers Harrisburg. You can join the convo here.

Things on my agenda this weekend: Christmas celebrations; time with family; and extended time off.

Don’t forget to support your local brewery! Click here to find one near you.

For your weekend planning:

Plan your holiday travel now with this tip
Shop these great local markets.
View our local Restaurant Directory
Local Brewery, Winery, & Cidery Directory
See what else you missed on the blog.

Below are options for your weekend.

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For last-min gifts, local is the answer
You can get this stocking stuffer at the grocery store
How to gift a brewery tour (spoiler: digital gift cards!)
Scrap the whole thing and book your holiday party for 2022 instead
Totally stumped? Find (the best) practical gifts here

Thursday

Open Stage presents A Christmas Carol (sold out)
Figgy Pudding at Open Stage
Christmas Spirit Light Show at Clipper Magazine Stadium
American Music Theatre presents 2021 Christmas Show: Winter Wonderland
Songs & Stories with Meaghan Farrell & Rebecca Marie Miller at The Englewood
Rock Out with Live Dudes at The Sturges Speakeasy
Shrimp Band @ Market Cross Pub
White Christmas | at Midtown Cinema
Special Edition: Holiday Trivia at Mount Gretna Craft Brewery
Ugly Sweater Contest & Christmas Trivia at Snitz Creek
Ugly Christmas Sweater Happy Hour at District

Friday | Christmas Eve

Hersheypark Christmas Candylane
The Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
Hersheypark Christmas Candylane
Christmas Spirit Light Show at Clipper Magazine Stadium
Licorice Pizza | at Midtown Cinema
TOPS PA South Central Friday Walk
Christmas Eve Party at Moe’s Bar & Grill
Christmas Eve Bootcamp at Omni!

Saturday | Christmas Day

Christmas Spirit Light Show at Clipper Magazine Stadium

Sunday

Just Plain Yoga Virtual Monthly Yin Yoga
Sunday Family Day at Stumpy’s Hatchet House Hershey
The Hanover Brewery Tours Brew Bus
Brewery Tours Original Walking Tour – York City
Hersheypark Christmas Candylane
The Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
Crafty Christmas Creations at Hershey Gardens
Christmas Spirit Light Show at Clipper Magazine Stadium
American Music Theatre presents 2021 Christmas Show: Winter Wonderland
Brunch in jammies! at The Sturges Speakeasy
Christmas at Cold Springs -Shrimp Band
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at Midtown Cinema
Free Admission Sunday! at Susquehanna Art Museum

Friday | New Year’s Eve

New Years Eve @ Lancaster Brewing Company
Popcorn Hat Players present: Countdown to Noon with Gamut Theatre Group
Last Laughs of 2021 at Gamut Theatre Group
Sing in the New Year! with Open Stage
New Years Eve Dinner at VRAI
New Year’s Eve with Live Music from Corinna Joy at Mount Gretna Craft Brewery
NYE at Harrisburg Beach Club
Harrisburg New Year’s Eve Celebration at FNB Field
New Year’s Eve Celebration Dinner at Wyndridge Farm
Cheers to the New Years! at Cristiano Winery
Hersheypark Christmas Candylane
Little Elves Workshop at The Hershey Story
The Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
The Prom at Hershey Theatre
Christmas Spirit Light Show at Clipper Magazine Stadium
New Year’s Eve EDM Party at the Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center
New Year’s Eve Live Music at the Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center
Crostwater New Year’s Eve Bash

Saturday | New Year’s Day

Penguin Plunge at Harrisburg Beach Club
New Year Run Challenge with Fleet Feet Mechanicsburg
Hersheypark Christmas Candylane
The Christmas Tree Showcase at Hershey Gardens
Crafty Christmas Creations at Hershey Gardens
The Prom at Hershey Theatre
Christmas Spirit Light Show at Clipper Magazine Stadium
The Commercials – 25 Year Reunion Show at H*MAC

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