I have the personal pleasure of ensuring that the annual downtown job and internship fair “Experience Harrisburg” lives up to its mantra “the cure for the common job fair.” With 10 locations, 40 employers, over $1,000 in prize giveaways, and free food this event is sure to live up to its namesake. This year the [...]

I’m a die-hard Eagles fan. I went to college in Pittsburgh so I know how equally passionate Steeler fans are about their football.
So when there was an opportunity to join my fellow Birds for a cross-state bus excursion picking up for a gridiron classic in Pittsburgh – I was all in. What made this particularly [...]

In Harrisburg, we’re becoming locavores: buying and eating locally grown and produced products. In recent years, at least two groups have begun hosting dinners to celebrate the trend.
This Sunday, Sept. 21, the Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture (PASA) will host its annual Harvest Celebration Benefit Dinner. The event brings together Pennsylvania farmers and supporters. The [...]

Harrisburg is a city of diverse food options- from Patitas de Cerdo to Kefta Kebobs there truly is a great representation of fantastic eats from all over the world around this small city. Being a wannabe foodie myself, I thoroughly enjoy sampling new cuisine whenever I can. Luckily, I don’t have to go far to [...]

Troegs Brewing Co. is the happy ending of a tale of two brothers who love beer . Central PA natives, brothers John and Chris Trogner, began their education in beer in college. Though they studied thousands of miles apart, they never questioned their love for craft brews would bring them together.
They opened their brewery, [...]

If you’re thirsty for local, craft brews in Harrisburg, you have options. We’re lucky to have two well-known, highly acclaimed breweries right in the City: Appalachian Brewing Co. (ABC) and Troegs. And on any given Saturday, you can stop in to either respective location for a free brewery tour. Beyond beer, ABC is known for [...]

Pennsylvania is a breeding ground for belly laughs. There are comedy clubs throughout the state that showcase some of the country’s most well known comedians. If you are looking for some ha ha’s this summer head to the Harrisburg Comedy Zone in the New Cumberland area and listen to the laughter in a 175 seat [...]

Ever wonder if there was a better tasting beer out there? Something fresh, something unique, with real character? It’s high time to look past those big name national brands and support your local brewery! Did you have any idea that Pennsylvania has over 70 breweries? From Erie to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has a rich history of [...]

It’s the dog days of summer, even in Harrisburg, not really known for beach scenes or tropical rendezvous. Instead, we celebrate with big music, outdoor festivals and the the best kinds of summer food. This weekend alone brings the Dauphin County Multicultural Street Festival, a free open-air event celebrating the cultural diversity in the area. [...]

There are an abundance of farms and farmer’s markets to chose from when visiting Pennsylvania. Whether you are in Harrisburg, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh or somewhere in between, you’ll find fresh fruit, crisp vegetables, colorful flowers and homemade foods and crafts right outside your door. Each farm specializes in making, growing and selling quality products and provides [...]