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The Week that Was: A summary of news and events around Harrisburg

May 24, 2019 | by Lawrance Binda

A polling place on primary day in Harrisburg

What happened around Harrisburg over the past week? Here’s a summary of news and events that you may have missed.

Art Association of Harrisburg debuted its latest exhibit, “International Juried Show,” at its Front Street gallery. Our art critic has the lowdown on the new show. Click here for the full story.

Artsfest takes place this weekend in Riverfront Park in Harrisburg. The annual juried art show also will feature food, music, vendors, a kid’s area and the annual Moviate film festival. Click here for the full story.

Cappy took a bow last week as the newest member of the state Capitol police force. She’s a pit bull mix and will serve as the department’s community service dog. Click here for the full story.

Elementary Coffee Co. was the site of a rally for pay equity and raising the minimum wage in Pennsylvania. State Rep. Patty Kim joined Elementary owner Andrea Grove and others in the push for fairer pay. Click here for the full story.

Fredricksen Library last week cut the ribbon a new entrance and a new business/career center. The Camp Hill library also plans a new outdoors plaza to finish up the improvement project. Click here for the full story.

Harrisburg ranks No. 4 in the nation among best cities for recent college grads, according to a new study. Realtor.com, a leading real estate website, commended the city for its many amenities, outdoors life and relatively low cost of living. Click here for the full story.

Harrisburg school board challengers swept the primary election last week, defeating four incumbents and capturing all five seats at stake. In the race for City Council, the opposite occurred, as all three incumbents prevailed. Click here for the full story.

HMAC (House of Music, Arts & Culture) sold for $6 million last week to a new controlling partnership, allowing it to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The new owners plan to begin immediately on another round of renovations and improvements. Click here for the full story.

Lower Dauphin School District students took on a mural project that will be hung in the adolescent wing of the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute. You can contribute to it during this weekend’s Artsfest in Harrisburg. Click here for the full story.

Open Stage of Harrisburg debuts its newest production, “Ragtime,” this weekend. The intertwining stories of America at the turn of the 20th century runs through June 16. Click here for the full story.

Parking will be the topic of the evening on Tuesday when the Park Harrisburg Advisory Board meets in the Crowne Plaza Hotel downtown. The meeting starts at 6 p.m. and will feature both a review of the system and a public portion, where comments can be aired. Click here for the full story.

Sara Bozich has dozens of ideas for things to do this weekend—that is, when you’re not at Artsfest. Check out her “Weekend Roundup.”

TheBurg’s editor weighed in with his post-mortem on the race for Harrisburg school board, saying it was the third “change election” in Harrisburg over the past decade. Click here for the full blog post.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

May 23, 2019 | by Sara Bozich

Happy Weekend!

Hey hey long weekend — what are your plans? Tonight we’re headed to Bo’s daycare spring program, which should be plenty adorable. My husband’s birthday is tomorrow and to celebrate we’re taking the kiddo to ZooAmerica and then stopping at Iron Hill Brewing Co. on Saturday. We’ll see some friends one of these nights, and otherwise try to enjoy nice weather and time “off.”

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The Week that Was: A summary of news and events around Harrisburg

May 17, 2019 | by Lawrance Binda

It’s election season in Harrisburg

What happened around Harrisburg over the past week? Here’s a summary of news and events that you may have missed.

The campaign for the May 21 primary is nearly over, and it’s been a more active, engaged and interesting campaign than usual in Harrisburg, according to our editor. Click here for the full blog post.

Harrisburg school district expects a 3.4-percent jump in the school portion of the local property tax, according to a preliminary budget. The final budget must be passed by June 30. Click here for the full story.

Naed Smith, the long-time manager of the Catholic Worker House in Harrisburg, died suddenly. Smith worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to improve the lives of the city’s poor and destitute. Click here for the full story.

Riverfront Park in Harrisburg soon will be the site of a new, nature-themed sculpture, as chainsaw artist Brad Heilman began to carve a scene featuring native fish from a large tree stump. Later this year, he’ll begin work on another stump on City Island. Click here for the full story.

Sara Bozich has plenty of suggestions for things to do around Harrisburg this weekend, both indoors and outdoors. And, don’t forget: 3rd in the Burg is Friday (May 17). Click here for her long list of events.

The Storm, Harrisburg University’s varsity e-sports team, captured the ESPN Overwatch National Championship trophy, defeating three other teams in the inaugural Collegiate Esports Championship. The victory closed out The Storm’s undefeated 33-0 season.

Three Mile Island plans to proceed with a plan to shut down the nuclear energy facility by Sept. 30. In a news release, TMI owner Excelon Generation stated that hoped-for legislative relief would not come in time to save the plant, which is located in Londonderry Township.

Additional stories from TheBurg Daily over the past week:

Bube’s Brewery has upped its game for beer and food but remains a fun, quirky place to visit.

Harrisburg City Council candidates share their visions for the city prior to the primary election next week.

Joel Burcat is a local author who just published his first book, despite an unexpected and profound personal setback.

Make-your-own-snacks is a fun, unique way to spend a day around central PA.

Peyton Walker Foundation was founded to fight sudden cardiac arrest, especially among young people.

Seasonal Grounds has opened in the Broad Street Market, offering gourmet and hard-to-find hot and cold teas.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

May 16, 2019 | by Sara Bozich

Happy Weekend!

Hi. Have you ever been like, just let me get through this week — or even a big f, say Harrisburg Beer Week — and then everything will calm down/be smooth sailing. Are you, too, totally naive? I mean I guess if I didn’t have so many things going on I’d be bored and just find new things to do. Right? That’s what I tell myself. ANYWAY. Speaking of Harrisburg Beer Week, we have yet one more event happening this weekend — the previously postponed Mini Golf Tournament. $100 gets you mini golf for 4, free beer, food, guaranteed door prizes, and A DAY IN THE OUTSIDE + SUNSHINE. Guys, it’s for a good cause. And since we had to change the date, some of the original players could no longer make the date and if you’re still reading, THERE ARE STILL TICKETS AVAILABLE. Buy them here to support Harrisburg River Rescue. ALSO OF NOTE, GOOD PEOPLE: sip @ soma. 3rd in the Burg. Also, tonight and Saturday. Pittsburgh’s East End Brewing Co. (as see in Poured in PA – have you watched that yet?)

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The Week that Was: A summary of news and events around Harrisburg

May 10, 2019 | by Lawrance Binda

A scene from Wednesday’s school board candidates debate

What happened around Harrisburg last week? Here’s a summary of news and events that you may have missed.

Harrisburg city administration briefed City Council on a proposed five-year financial plan for the city, which shows essentially a flat operating budget through 2023. The city and the state-appointed Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority must approve a plan before Harrisburg can exit Act 47. Click here for the full story.

Harrisburg school board candidates held their final debate before the May 21 primary election. Once again, the stage was left to the challengers, as no incumbents (with one brief exception) showed up to engage in the discussion. Click here for the full story.

Harrisburg voters will experience changes to their polling locations in three wards. Voters in the 6^th Ward, the 11^th Ward and the 9^th Ward, 2^nd Precinct will have new voting sites for the May 21 primary. Click here for the full story.

Sara Bozich listed more than 100 things to do for this weekend, with something to suit about every taste and interest. Click here for the full story.

Sprint soon will open a new store inside of Strawberry Square. The store will occupy space on the first floor recently vacated by GNC. Click here for the full story.

Additional stories from TheBurg Daily over the past week:

Allison Hill stakeholders wonder why their neighborhood was selected for a medical marijuana facility.

Andrew Guth is our “Artist in Focus” for the month of May.

Cost of housing is on our editor’s mind as he ponders the question: What can you buy for $200,000?

Harrisburg Symphony Youth Orchestra will hold its annual Mother’s Day concert this weekend.

Our Musical Notes columnist opines on several shows this month that aren’t exactly youth-oriented.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

May 9, 2019 | by Sara Bozich

Happy Weekend!

Things to know for this weekend, a list.

Wine slushies for charity at Hops, Vines & Spirits Tasting Room – ALL WEEKEND
1st SoMa Block Party of 2019 kicks off Saturday!! FREE + open to the public. Pay-as-you-go. HYP Home Tour attendees get free food & drink.
Goodness, I hope you got your mama something. Sunday is National Brunch Day. I’m still not sure why that’s all mom ever gets, but please treat her to the breakfast/lunch combo of her choosing. May we recommend:

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The Week That Was: A summary of news and events around Harrisburg

May 3, 2019 | by Lawrance Binda

The House of Music, Arts & Culture (HMAC) in Harrisburg

What happened around Harrisburg last week? Here’s a summary of news and events that you may have missed.

Affordable Housing was the topic of the evening at a Harrisburg City Council work session last week. Three area organizations told of their approaches and offerings, as council began to ponder options to offer greater affordable housing in the city. Click here for the full story.

Harrisburg City Council candidates last week held a debate that featured a discussion about everything from city finances to the state of the school district. Four of the six Democratic candidates participated in the event at the House of Music, Arts & Culture (HMAC). Click here for the full story.

Harrisburg School District vowed “full compliance” with a state audit of its finances. The district had balked at providing an outside auditor with access to its financial systems, but, under increased pressure, agreed to allow it. Click here for the full story.

House of Music, Arts & Culture (HMAC) will be sold for $6 million, allowing it to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy. A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved the sale, slated for early June, which may bring big changes to the Harrisburg-based arts, event and restaurant venue. Click here for the full story.

La Cultura will hold its second “Don’t Touch My Hair” event this weekend at its space on Verbeke Street in Midtown. The event, on Sunday, combines beauty, art, culture and business, with numerous local vendors highlighted. Click here for the full story.

Midtown Scholar Bookstore is expanding once again, as the owners have bought a nearby storefront on the 1300-block of N. 3^rd Street. The new space will serve as a retail location for Midtown Scholar’s discounted book inventory, freeing up room for more first-run books in the main store. Click here for the full story.

Pride of the Susquehanna held its annual launch into the Susquehanna River last week to begin operations for the season. The colorful riverboat is entering its 31^st year, partly due to community supporters who stepped up last year with donations after the boat lost one-third of its sailing dates due to high water. Click here for the full story.

Sara Bozich has some great ideas for things to do this weekend, including the final days of Harrisburg Beer Week. Click here for her complete list of events.

TheBurg distributed our May issue last week, another edition full of community news, features, events and commentary. Pick up a free hard copy at more than 500 locations around central Pennsylvania or read the digital edition online.

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

May 2, 2019 | by Sara Bozich

Happy Weekend!

4 more days of Harrisburg Beer Week! Have you tried the #717Collab yet? How are you celebrating the last few days?

Happy Birthday to my Mom! I’m joining her at Brewhouse this afternoon, then the remainder of my week is closing out Harrisburg Beer Week. Then, I can start working on all my post-Beer Week plans, which include things like, “see friends again” and “clean my office for real this time.”

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The Week That Was: A summary of news and events around Harrisburg.

April 26, 2019 | by Lawrance Binda

What happened around Harrisburg last week? Here’s a summary of news and events that you may have missed.

Harrisburg Beer Week kicked off with the “First Sip,” launching a host of events that runs through May 5. So, what is Beer Week all about? What’s their signature “717 Collab” beer this year? Click here for the full story.

Harrisburg City Council officially approved a three-year renewal of the “Free After 5” downtown parking program. For the past year, the Harrisburg Downtown Improvement District, Dauphin County and the city have chipped in to offer free street parking in most of downtown after 5 p.m. Click here for the full story.

Harrisburg School Board hired long-time city operative James Ellison as its in-house solicitor. A split board opted for Ellison, who has served as district solicitor twice before. Click here for the full story.

Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority (ICA), Harrisburg’s new state-appointed financial oversight board, has named Jeffrey Stonehill as its executive director. The ICA also appointed counsel and a website developer. Click here for the full story.

Midtown Harrisburg is about to bear the full brunt of roadwork, as the 3^rd Street project hits the intersection with Verbeke Street. Motorists and pedestrians can both expect inconveniences over the next month in the heart of Midtown at the Broad Street Market. Click here for the full story.

Pennsylvania STEAM Academy has filed a court petition to try to overturn the decision of the Harrisburg school board, which rejected its charter school application in February. A court decree would send the issue to the state Charter School Appeal Board. Click here for the full story.

TheBurg published two editorials this week concerning the Harrisburg school system. The first criticized incumbent school board members for not participating in a series of candidate debates. The second urged immediate change in the district, given the recent vote to hire James Ellison as solicitor and the ongoing dispute between the district and the state over a financial audit.

Vivi on Verbeke is a must-stop in Harrisburg to enjoy pottery, photography and other art, as well as meet the fascinating couple that runs the shop. So says our arts columnist after a 3rd in the Burg visit. Click here for the full post.

What’s going on around Harrisburg this weekend? Check out the weekend roundup from Sara Bozich.

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

April 25, 2019 | by Sara Bozich

Happy Weekend! Well — it’s here! Harrisburg Beer Week kicks off on Friday for 10 days of craft beer + community. Be sure to check out our top picks for the Week, and don’t forget to hunt down the #717Collab! And don’t worry, if you’re -gasp!- not into beer, there are a ton of spring-filled events going on now through Sunday. Read on.

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