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Hello Harrisburg! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Polyclinic Hospital redevelopment, breakfast with the Easter Bunny, and Shamrock Shuffle Trail Run + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

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📰 In the news

Ambitious redevelopment plan unveiled: Pennmark presented its plan to remake Harrisburg’s Polyclinic Hospital into 230 apartments with retail and parking, promising new tax revenue and completion that could come in about three years — get all the project details.

Seasonal fundraiser returns: Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania cookie booths are open today through April 4 at local businesses and community spots, giving Harrisburg families a way to support leadership programs — get all the details.

Bridging classrooms and careers: Pennsylvania’s Labor and Industry Department announced $4.1 million to expand Schools-to-Work, backing 17 projects statewide. The rollout was highlighted at Susquehanna Township School District’s Sara Lindemuth / Anna Carter Primary School — get all the details.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Support conservation with local live music
• Attend first responder mental health film panel
• Create leaf prints and learn botany
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home

💎 Local business spotlight

Slice-worthy pie alert: Scratch-made pies shine at Carlisle Bakehouse, alongside flaky pastries and an espresso bar built for midweek slumps. It’s the kind of spot where you savor a slice now… and tuck another away for Future You, because priorities are clearly understood.

A bloom boost, fast: When you want flowers that feel personal, The Garden Path delivers fresh, designer-made arrangements with same-day service around Harrisburg. Go low-key romantic, brighten a neighbor, or dress up your kitchen counter. No occasion required, really.

Try a new grip: If you’re craving that climb-y, swing-y, vault-everything energy, UP | Urban Playground offers parkour and ninja courses to get you moving. Cross-train grip and footwork, loosen desk-stiff muscles, and tucker out the kids… all right here in Harrisburg.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

🫶 We got your back

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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Check out my favorite online options →

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🧘 Tots Yoga 2026 @ commUNITY yoga space | Thursday (3/12) at 9:15 AM – Take a breather and bring your toddler tornado to Tots Yoga at commUNITY Yoga Space. Crawlers to two build coordination, strength, and confidence while you stretch, sing, and remember how to breathe. 45 minutes of joyful chaos, and the first class is free.

🧒 Children’s Social Skills Group @ Neurofeedback & Counseling Center of Pennsylvania | Thursday (3/12) at 5:00 PM – Got a kid 5 to 10 who treats recess like a high stakes negotiation? This small, supportive social skills group builds confidence through guided play, feedback, and practice with communication, cooperation, and conflict fixes. Budget-friendly, now enrolling, and future you will thank you.

🍀 Lucky Charm Classic @ Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Spooky Nook turns green for the Lucky Charm Classic, a mid-season girls club volleyball showdown with certified refs, smooth ops, and good local grub. Freedom bids are up for 14s, 15s, and 16s, parents, hydrate, log your steps, and hope for lucky bounces.

🐰 Breakfast with the Easter Bunny @ Rescue Fire Company #37 | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – This cheerful breakfast pairs pancakes with the Easter Bunny, so the kids get giggles and photos while you get hot coffee, bacon, and a seat. Expect pastel chaos, plenty of syrup, and an easy way to outsource the holiday magic without glitter in your car.

🎮 Game4Good: Blue Edition @ Commonwealth Keystone Building | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Capitol Police turn the Keystone Building into game night, where you can finally beat a cop at something and support Extra Life at Golisano Children’s Hospital. Arcade, Pokémon tourneys, and tabletop, $5 per game or $25 all day, no RSVP, first 100 snag a surprise.

🤥 Pinocchio @ Gamut Theatre | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Pinocchio with Popcorn Hat Players is a one-hour, all-ages romp of interactive songs, big laughs, and two delightful rascals. Perfect for a Saturday matinee with the kids or grandkids, you’ll leave with grins, zero nose growth, and the satisfying feeling you chose well.

🏃 Shamrock Shuffle Trail Run @ Boyd Park | Tuesday (3/17) at 5:30 PM – Let the kids burn off that Lucky Charms energy at a St. Paddy’s trail run, complete with a leprechaun-led warm-up, a shamrock-marked course, and a finish-line pot of gold. Distances fit Pre-K through 5th, so everyone gets their victory lap, and you get photos.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Harrisburg report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 75°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 61%

A chance of rain showers between 8am and 11am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. Southeast wind 2 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Rain showers likely before 11pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 42, with temperatures rising to around 53 overnight. Southwest wind 13 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 47°F – Low: 30°F – Precip: 86%

Rain showers before 11am, then a chance of rain and snow showers between 11am and 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 47. Northwest wind 15 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 38 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 30. West wind 2 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

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