It’s Friday, Harrisburg! In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Legislators playing for hunger relief, Juneteenth meets Carnival, and make a mug from clay + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old) -- see what it covers.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
New pizza spot arrives: Marco’s Pizza will open its first Harrisburg-area location in Swatara Township, with franchise owner Naomi Frost. The chain operates 1,200 locations and plans to open 80 more this year -- read the full story.
Banking location change ahead: PSECU will shift in Dauphin County, closing its Cameron Street branch July 31 and opening a Linglestown location Aug. 3, touting convenience and personal connections for members around Harrisburg -- see what’s changing for members.
Game day with a mission: Pennsylvania legislators will square off in the Capitol All-Stars Game on June 22, 2026 at Harrisburg’s FNB Field, supporting Feeding Pennsylvania and Hunger-Free Pennsylvania to provide over one million meals -- see the game-day details.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Brows that stay put: If your morning routine keeps losing a battle with your eyebrows, check out Bella Brow Master PMU Studio this week for powder, nano, ombré and fusion brows, plus lip blush and subtle lash-line eyeliner for the “I woke up like this” win. AAM board-certified artist, clean cozy vibe, low-fuss results that last.
Need a laugh reset: Harrisburg Improv Theatre serves up fully unscripted, long-form comedy built from your suggestions, then turns around and teaches it with classes for every level. Perfect for a low-key night that actually feels local this week, plus a fun way to meet neighbors you’ll root for on stage.
Chill plans this week: Twin Ponds Arena is the local go to for public skate, learn to skate, drop in hockey, and birthday parties, all in a facility with two NHL sheets plus a smaller training rink. Grab your skates, grab a friend, and remember falling is just stylish braking.
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04 — Our recommendations
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05 — The event calendar Around town this weekendOur favorite events this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🚶 Walk and Talk with a Master Gardener @ Wildwood Park | Friday (6/12) at 10:00 AM – Skip the mulch pile, take a one-hour stroll at Wildwood Park with Penn State Master Gardeners. We cruise past pollinator garden and Olewine Nature Center beds, identify perennials, pests, and pollinators, and swap soil tips. Preregistration required, questions welcome, meet at Olewine Nature Center.
🎬 Sunset Music & Movie Series – Movie: Lilo & Stitch @ Fort Hunter Park | Friday (6/12) at 8:30 PM – Summer evenings call for blankets, lawn chairs, and Disney chaos. The Sunset Music & Movie Series pairs local tunes with Lilo & Stitch under the stars, yes, the one with Elvis and a blue troublemaker. Let the kids roam while you enjoy the breeze.
🎗 Relay For Life of Hershey Harrisburg @ Bishop McDevitt High School | Friday (6/12) – Relay For Life comes to Hershey Harrisburg, the world's biggest fundraiser to end cancer, with survivor laps, team tents, and luminarias that make even the stoics sniffle. Think steps, stories, and that neighbors-helping-neighbors feeling this town still does better than most.
🚌 Day On Your Own! Bus Trip @ At Home | Saturday (6/13) at 6:30 AM – Hop a deluxe motorcoach from Mechanicsburg, Harrisburg, or York for a choose-your-own-adventure day in NYC, museums, shows, shopping, and unapologetic pizza slices included. Transportation and a Lowee’s escort are covered, not the tips. $95 to skip parking headaches, tolls, and marital GPS debates.
🎡 Juneteenth Meets Carnival @ MLK Jr. City Government Center | Saturday (6/13) at 12:00 PM – If your summer needs more soul and a little soca, Juneteenth meets Carnival brings Sister Nancy, diaspora beats, and food trucks to MLK Jr. City Government Center. Bring a flag and a friend. It is free, and the grill can take the day off.
🏕 Wilderness Survival 101 @ Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area | Sunday (6/14) at 1:00 PM – Brush up on the 10 essentials, the rule of 3, and hands-on fire and shelter building at Wilderness Survival 101 in Boyd Big Tree Preserve. Register for materials, bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water, and prove you can light more than the backyard Weber.
🏺 Make a Mug from Clay! @ Hidden Fox Hollow | Sunday (6/14) at 2:00 PM – Trade doomscrolling for clay at Hidden Fox Hollow, and handbuild a proper mug from scratch for $45. Learn the body, the foot, the handle, then pick a glaze, enjoy drinks and snacks, and await your masterpiece in a fashionably patient 6 to 8 weeks. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — Announcement Your homeowners insurance has a blind spotIt covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old). *See what it covers → |
07 — The Harrisburg report Weather forecastToday — High: 93°F — Low: 64°F — Precip: 90%
A slight chance of rain showers before 7am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 3pm, then showers and thunderstorms between 3pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 101. West wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. West wind 3 to 9 mph. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 89°F — Low: 64°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 89. Northwest wind around 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 64. This house is wildThis three-story stone stunner in Academy Manor blends classic charm with thoughtful updates between Italian Lake and Riverfront Park. A flagstone walk, covered porch, and graceful staircase set the tone, while hardwood floors, crown molding, quartz counters, a wine-ready butler’s pantry, and five bedrooms create a beautifully polished space with room to spread out.
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