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In 2021, Benchmark Group Media will celebrate its 27th year of publishing Harrisburg Magazine. Since it's humble beginnings nearly twenty years ago as the Harrisburg City News, Harrisburg Magazine has grown into South Central Pennsylvania's premier monthly city/regional publication. With an eye to the community, you will often see familiar faces within our compelling editorial features and regular

departments, our Simply the Best Readers Poll and Gala have become staples within the community and a much-anticipated event each year. In addition to the wonderful opportunities and experience Simply the Best provides the community, we are most proud of the fact that each year we have been able to donate several thousands of dollars to charities, such as the Leukemia Lymphoma Society, Central PA Food Bank, YWCA, PinnacleHealth Systems, Cerebral Palsy and more through sponsorships, silent auctions and advertising.

01/28/2025

The ballot is now working normally. Thank you for your patience.

We have had a couple of people report seeing the message "There are no entries." after submitting nominations to a categ...
01/08/2025

We have had a couple of people report seeing the message "There are no entries." after submitting nominations to a category. We have reported it to the company that manages the software. However, in all the cases we have investigated, the nominations they submitted were received and recorded.

The text is indicating that there are no "approved" nominees because we don't put nominees on the ballot until after the nomination period. However, it should be showing what was submitted, and not this text. So it is a glitch.

Attention Harrisburg Magazine readers!As the New Year approaches, we’re putting together a special feature for our Janua...
12/17/2024

Attention Harrisburg Magazine readers!

As the New Year approaches, we’re putting together a special feature for our January issue focused on New Year’s resolutions.

We’d love to hear what you’re aiming to accomplish in 2025 – whether personal, professional or even just a fun new challenge. We plan to showcase some of the most inspiring or off-the-wall resolutions in our upcoming story.

Here’s how to take part: Simply send your resolution, along with a brief description or motivation, via Facebook Messenger. Be sure to include your hometown as well.

The deadline for submissions is Tuesday, Dec. 24.

Here’s to fresh starts and exciting goals!

The Members 1st Charitable Foundation has announced 11 grant recipients for the fourth funding cycle of 2024. The Founda...
12/10/2024

The Members 1st Charitable Foundation has announced 11 grant recipients for the fourth funding cycle of 2024. The Foundation awards grants four times a year to organizations that serve as catalysts for positive change in their communities. Organizations are eligible to receive one grant per year with a maximum grant amount of $10,000.

The 2024 fourth funding cycle grant recipients are:
• Clinic for Special Children - Lancaster County
• Cocoa Packs - Dauphin County
• Emily’s Care Closet Inc. - York County
• Foundation for the Central Dauphin School District - Dauphin County
• Graceful Harvest Community Connection Inc. - Adams County
• IM ABLE Foundation - Berks County
• Kareem’s Mission - Cumberland County
• Maranatha - Cumberland County
• Opportunity House - Berks County
• The Caring Cupboard - Lebanon County
• Third Street Alliance for Women and Children - Northampton

"This fourth funding cycle wraps up an incredible year of giving, with 11 remarkable organizations receiving grants. It has been an honor to support so many nonprofits throughout the year, each making a meaningful difference in our communities,” said Sara Firestone, executive director of the Members 1st Charitable Foundation. “We are excited to build on this momentum and look forward to continuing our mission of giving back in the year ahead."

Members 1st Federal Credit Union launched the foundation in 2021 to enhance the credit union’s community support. Since its inception, the foundation has invested $481,000 back into the communities of its 11-county footprint.

For more information on Members 1st Charitable Foundation and how to apply for a grant, please visit members1stfoundation.org

Homeland Hospice celebrates 15 years on Saturday
11/22/2024

Homeland Hospice celebrates 15 years on Saturday

Mea culpa!Erin Woods of Ace Handyman Services, 4219 Derry St., Harrisburg, won Simply the Best in the Handyman category ...
09/03/2024

Mea culpa!

Erin Woods of Ace Handyman Services, 4219 Derry St., Harrisburg, won Simply the Best in the Handyman category for 2024. The company’s name was inadvertently omitted from a published listing in the August edition of Harrisburg Magazine.

08/29/2024

The 2024 Gala is going strong tonight!

Harrisburg magazine is NOT calling our winners to sell plaques or any other merchandise. Every year, a company (or compa...
08/22/2024

Harrisburg magazine is NOT calling our winners to sell plaques or any other merchandise. Every year, a company (or companies) from overseas targets winners. This year, they have gone so far to say they are working in conjunction with Harrisburg Magazine and even mentioning our employees by name. They cannot (and do not) use our logo and their items are overpriced and poorly made. The items we sell are sourced through localbusinesses and only sold on our website at https://harrisburgmagazine.com/simply-the-best-promotions/

Tickets for the Gala are sold out! If you would like to be put on a waiting list in case any open up, please go to https...
08/21/2024

Tickets for the Gala are sold out! If you would like to be put on a waiting list in case any open up, please go to https://hbgmag.com/wait

The owner of a new coffee shop in Lemoyne says he wants to deliver an experience that goes far beyond just beans and wat...
08/20/2024

The owner of a new coffee shop in Lemoyne says he wants to deliver an experience that goes far beyond just beans and water.

Jason Rounds, founder of Consciousness Coffee at 1 Lemoyne Square, is taking a holistic approach to his new business, which opened July 21. The trained barista, who cut his teeth pouring artisanal drinks in New York City, says he wants his shop to help build a sense of community.

“My passion was and is really about the way great coffee experiences come together,” he said. “From ethical supply chains to music selection, from ambiance and excellence – and everything in between – I found myself wanted to curate the ultimate coffee experience and share it with others.”

A ribbon cutting was held with the West Shore Chamber of Commerce on Thursday.

Consciousness Coffee features a rotational selection of locally roasted espresso and artisanal chocolate, as well as holistic health teas and Massimo's Italian Pastries, Rounds said. His current selection of espresso comes from Little Amps, Lonely Monk Coffee and Trax Coffee Roasters. He offers a selection of chocolates that includes three women-owned chocolatiers: Mission Chocolate from South America, Raaka Chocolate and Fruition Chocolate.

More than a coffee shop, Consciousness Coffee features mural work from a local tattoo artist and will be home to small business pop-ups, live music and community events, Rounds said.

The shop will be open daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

TODAY ONLY: Take advantage of early bird pricing on Simply the Best Gala tickets!Time is running out to save money on ti...
08/09/2024

TODAY ONLY: Take advantage of early bird pricing on Simply the Best Gala tickets!

Time is running out to save money on tickets to Harrisburg Magazine’s annual celebration of the best of the best in Central Pennsylvania. If you order today before 9 p.m., you will save $10 per ticket.

This year’s gala, with the circus theme of “A Night Under the Big Top,” is set for Aug. 29 at the Penn Harris Hotel and Convention Center in Camp Hill.

You don’t want to miss this chance to network with more than 700 of the region’s top businesses, organizations, individuals and attractions as chosen by our readers. They cast a record number of votes, more than 100,000, this year to determine Simply the Best and Readers’ Choice winners.

The memorable night will feature delicious food, live entertainment, a DJ and much, much more.

Keep in mind, the early bird pricing expires tonight at 9 p.m., so time is running out.

Tickets are available at stbvote.com/tickets.

See you at the gala!

Get your tickets now for our annual Simply the Best Gala!The staff at Harrisburg Magazine is putting the finishing touch...
08/06/2024

Get your tickets now for our annual Simply the Best Gala!

The staff at Harrisburg Magazine is putting the finishing touches on what is sure to be a memorable event, where the best of the best gather for a night of recognition, celebration, networking, great food and drink, and entertainment.

This year’s soiree, with the circus theme of “A Night Under the Big Top,” is slated for Aug. 29 at the Penn Harris Hotel and Convention Center in Camp Hill. Tickets are available at stbvote.com/tickets.

Tom Russell, chief meteorologist for WHP CBS 21, will be the emcee and “ringmaster” for the night. Local personality Nancy Ryan also will be on hand to help guide the festivities as “the lion tamer.” A crew from CBS will air a live feed from the gala.

Prepare to come hungry, because some of the best local restaurants will serve up diverse types of delicious cuisine for those attending. A cash bar will be offered, as well. Live music, delivered by the talented Smooth Like Clyde will have the crowd in the main ballroom moving and grooving to their danceable, eclectic sounds. In addition, Mixed-Up Productions will provide the soundtrack in the auxiliary ballroom. The Lower Paxton Variety Band will perform outside.

Of special note is the annual silent auction to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Central Pennsylvania, held in partnership with Harrisburg Magazine.

See you at the gala!

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The 2024 Gala is going strong tonight!

Yesterday, Goodwill Keystone Area and Reworld™ unveiled a groundbreaking program to provide free and convenient electronic waste recycling across 22 counties in central and southeastern Pennsylvania, marking a six-fold increase in e-waste recycling capacity for the region. The program – with the goal of collecting half a million pounds of electronic waste within the first year – provides a no-cost recycling option, notably for challenging items like televisions and computer monitors that residents previously needed to pay out-of-pocket to recycle. Visit yourgoodwill.org for a complete list of Goodwill Keystone Area stores and donation centers participating in the initiative, as well as a list of accepted and non-accepted electronic items.

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United States Air Force maintainers are dedicated, hardworking "flightline" warriors - and you can join their ranks TODAY! No experience necessary. Applicants just need to meet the basic qualifications. Average salary (once transitioning to civilian force) is $65K. Watch the video ... and Aim High!

If you thought you were going to have to wait months to test drive - and buy - a new 2022 Ford Maverick XLT Hybrid ... guess again! Hoffman Ford at 5200 Jonestown Road in Harrisburg has THIS fully-loaded Maverick available - NOW! Equipped with: ✅2.0L EcoBoost Engine w/ AWD ✅Co-Pilot360 Package ✅XLT Luxury Package ✅4K Tow Package ✅FX4 Package And more! Interested? Stop by Hoffman's showroom, or give them a call at (717)657-1600 today! #hoffmanhasit

In April, we highlighted local farms offering CSA options. We missed this lovely farm near Carlisle that still has memberships available. For more details, see our story at https://harrisburgmagazine.com/food-drink/can-work-for-organic-food/ Earth Spring Farm #eatwell #hbgmag #harrisburgmagazine

It's Friday, which means time to sample some delicious food and try out some brews. This week, Raising the Bar LLC overwhelmed us with their selection of savory and sweet European-style baked goods, which paired perfectly with our Backyard Brew selection of three coffees from Denim Coffee. The Kenyan, Honduran, and Ethiopian light roasts were a tease to our palates. See our full review of both great establishments in our June issue. #hbgmag #coffeelovers

Hunger Garden
Hunger Garden

Today was the 11th annual Hunger Garden kick-off at the Harrisburg-State Capitol. To learn more about the event, check out our article (linked below). https://harrisburgmagazine.com/news-events/planting-seeds-to-fight-food-insecurity/ Pennsylvania Harrisburg Downtown Improvement District HarrisburgPA.com Downtown Daily Bread (DDB) Harrisburg PA #hbgmag #fighthunger #pacapitol

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