Downtown York Magazine: Fall/Holiday 2018

FALL/HOLIDAY 2018

THE CREATIVE CORE FOR MAKERS IN YORK COUNTY, PA WELCOME TO HISTORICALLY EDGY DOWNTOWN YORK, PENNSYLVANIA.

A mashup of old and new, tradition and innovation, revolution and evolution, Downtown York is historic yet hip all at once. It thrives on its own terms – and so do the people who call it home.

MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND DOWNTOWN YORK

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TELL YOUR OWN HISTORICALLY EDGY STORY

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—Our degree and certificate programs

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—The Graham Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership Studies

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—Opportunities for adult learners

—Student clubs and organizations

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INTRODUCING THE HISTORICALLY EDGY EDITION

Contents

Playing Downtown: Welcome to Downtown York: 05 | Downtown Update A note from Silas 07 | Map Where to go and where to park

Living Downtown:

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Photo by YRK Creative

Our Downtown York: A City of Celebration

10 | Downtown Dweller Meet Ruth Robbins & April Herring 12 | Housing Directory Looking for a place to call home?

Dining Downtown: 14 | Savor the Season Fall is for foodies in Downtown York 15 | Dining & Drinks Directory Looking for a place to eat?

Front cover photography

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16 | Events Here’s what’s coming up in York 20 | Masquerade Ball to Heat Up Foundry Again Boldest location chosen for this year’s event 22 | Attractions Directory Find the best activities in York

Shopping Downtown: 24 | 5 Items to Elevate Your Next Holiday Party Festive finds from Kaletta’s boutique 26 | 10 Edge-Worthy Gifts to Give This Holiday Season Shop small in Downtown York 28 | Shopping Directory Looking for something special?

Closing Thought: 30 | What Makes Downtown York Historically Edgy to You?

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A Downtown Update

Gritty and unapologetic, Downtown York thrives on its own terms. It’s a fearless place that celebrates initiative and resourcefulness, and it’s been that way since York was founded in the 1740s.

Downtown York is historically edgy everywhere you look, and we’re proud to showcase that personality on the pages of Downtown York Magazine.

To do that, we have worked with YRK Creative to relaunch the magazine with a new reader-friendly design. In addition to a new look, you will find stronger storytelling about the people, places and things that make Downtown York historically edgy.

These changes aren’t happening in a vacuum.

They are part of a research-driven, communitywide

destination branding initiative that we have been working on for more than a year.

We have a new Downtown York logo, which you can see on the cover of this magazine. We have a cool new tagline — historically edgy. But the new brand is much more than that. It’s our way to capture the spirit of Downtown York and show the world what makes this place special.

This is where the Second Continental Congress adopted the Articles of Confederation on November 15, 1777. It’s where William Goodridge, a freed slave, became both a wealthy businessman and a hero on the Underground Railroad. It’s where manufacturers banded together in the 1940s to land defense contracts during World War II, a practice known as the York Plan and the inspiration for the city’s next breakthrough.

It’s where historic buildings are even characters themselves.

Despite its age, Downtown York exudes a progressive and youthful personality found everywhere from Think Loud Studios to the Taste Test kitchen, where budding chefs become bona fide restaurateurs. Creative tech and design firms call Downtown York home, and bold businesses keep us on the competitive edge. Festivals, street fairs and events like First Friday, Yorkfest and Creekfire continue to spark the renaissance.

And all of it happens in a diverse community, where lifelong residents and recent arrivals enjoy a quality of life that’s remarkably affordable, close to nature and accessible to cities like Baltimore and Philly.

Downtown York is a mashup of old and new, of tradition and innovation, revolution and evolution. It’s on the historic register and the cutting edge.

The stories we tell in this magazine will show that. We hope you enjoy reading them as much as we enjoy telling them.

Stay edgy, my friends,

Silas Chamberlin CEO, Downtown Inc

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Downtown Map With its imaginative arts community, stunning architecture and restaurants that push the limits of flavor, Downtown York is the creative core of York County. It’s where the word revolutionary isn’t just a nod to the city’s past, but an indicator of its future. We invite you to visit today and soak in rich history, charming boutiques and a growing craft beer scene. You’ll find that Downtown York is historically edgy, inside and out. This map will get you started!

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Our Downtown York: A City of Celebration Story by: Michael Vyskocil, Contributor, YRK Creative Photography by: Contributor, YRK Creative* & Downtown Inc

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Yesterday meets tomorrow. Brick and stone facades house robots and technology yet to be tapped. Ideas that fueled a revolutionary movement inspire new ways of thinking to propel a community forward.

While the holiday season is traditionally a time for celebration, every day is a celebration in Downtown York. It’s a celebration of a community building on its history to forge new paths into its future. It’s a declaration of York as a capital for design thinking.

It’s a recognition that within the city’s traditiaon, the seeds for innovation are continually nurtured.

Artists and architects, chefs and creatives, educators and entrepreneurs, small business owners and students … our Downtown York is people like you. On the next page, we introduce you to several personalities who contribute to the arts, beauty, business, culture, fashion, food and history that define this community.

Meet Downtown York: historically edgy, inside and out.

08 | Downtown York | Welcome to Downtown York

Martin Fedorko Associate, Benjamin & Bond The Downtown York I see has a youthful, vibrant pulse. My Downtown York is proud of and invests in its history. Intertwined with this idea of history, we also have an entrepreneurial ecosystem that is being built upon. We have a chance to make York a place of innovation and an entrepreneurial hub for all types of businesses and fields.

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Cal Weary Founder and CEO, Weary Arts Group Throughout York’s history, people brought pieces and chunks of the world outside York to enjoy in their little slice of heaven here. When you look at history, bodies of water helped the growth of cities because of commerce. Today, York’s body of water is technology, exploration of the arts, startup companies, restaurants and more. We are at an epicenter of good things: When we flourish as a city, York County flourishes as well.

Hilary Arthur Owner, Arthur & Daughters Work and family life for me is together in one place: Downtown York. Downtown is always evolving, and the business community here disproves the stereotype that people are not open-minded. People are hungry to try new things and they’re open to newness. People also want authenticity and a connection with community when they go out to dinner, shop and be entertained. That’s what Downtown York has to offer.

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Chef Hamir Patel Owner, Hamir’s Indian Fusion Downtown York is a happening place now. It’s really a fusion of history and modern. Look at the buildings: history on the outside and new ideas inside. I’m still learning about the city’s history, and I think we need to constantly make people aware of that history. The more you know about York’s history, I believe the more you can feel connected and a part of the community here today.

Devon “DiDi” Shilling Co-Owner, DiDi & Smiling John’s Traditional Barber Shop & Salon Here you can have a Harry Potter day at a museum or urban weddings at historic buildings.

It shows people that there is cool stuff to do in York. I’ve never lived anywhere as neighborly as Downtown York. It’s the mecca of small business in York County. I think the downtown community more so than anywhere is focused on inclusion and making sure people feel welcomed and appreciated.

Kelly Summerford Living History Interpreter (Interpreting the Persona of William C. Goodridge*) When I think about York’s history, I think of the William C. Goodridge Freedom Center and Underground Railroad Museum and how it opens up a part of history that may not have been talked about before. York is a beacon for understanding history. I also see now a sense of culture in Downtown York — a melting pot culture with new ideas and new people. *William C. Goodridge was a biracial entrepreneur who rose to business prominence in 19th century Pennsylvania. His home in Downtown York (123 E. Philadelphia St.) is now the William C. Goodridge Freedom Center and Underground Railroad Museum, one of the first National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom sites designated by the National Park Service as a National Historic Landmark.

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FINDING THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD

Downtown Dweller Story by: Andrew Staub, Marketing & Communications Manager, Downtown Inc Photography by: Dayan Jimenez When Ruth Robbins and April Herring joined two friends to buy a three-story rowhome on Beaver Street in 2016, they thought they were investing in an affordable rental property in up-and-coming Downtown York Instead, they made it their home.

Ruth and April moved to Downtown York from Philadelphia last year, becoming residents in the property they once hoped to rent out. Even without jobs lined up, the low cost of living, the walkable downtown and the surrounding countryside were enough to convince them to make the jump. “We took a complete leap,� April said. It worked. The couple have immersed themselves in York. Ruth joined Community

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April Herring, left, and Ruth Robbins, right, shown in the living room of their Downtown York apartment.

Progress Council as chief program officer. April found a job at Carroll Community College in Westminster, Maryland, as well as a spot on the city’s planning commission.

Just a short walk from the heart of downtown, they spend their weekends with friends at Central Market, SMALL STAR Art House and restaurants such as The Left Bank, Revival Social Club and the Holy Hound Taproom. Saturdays typically bring excursions on the York County Heritage Rail Trail, kayaking on nearby Lake Redman or hikes at places like Codorus State Park.

Ruth and April live in a second-floor apartment in the rowhome which they’ve transformed from a bank-owned fixer upper into a modern and stylish living space. Their favorite space is the open kitchen and living room area, where a granite-topped bar provides a great place to enjoy a craft brew.

April and Ruth have filled their walls with art from friends and pieces found locally or pieces from their time in Philly. Reminders of the original home, such as two small bits of plaster and a tiny metal elbow joint on the living room shelf, can be found throughout the apartment.

The bar features a trestle made from some of the home’s original wooden beams and exposed brick adds dimension to the stairwell.

Inside the bedroom closet, the couple found writing underneath wallpaper dated 1887. They left it visible. New exterior paint and colorful flowers have given the façade a fresh, but historic, look.

It’s not hard to imagine a home like this one in another historic city.

“We’re city people,” Ruth said, adding that Downtown York shares some similarities to their former Philly neighborhood, East Passyunk Crossing. “People always say that Philadelphia is like the sixth borough of New York City, and this feels like a neighborhood of Philadelphia.”

Be The Next

Downtown Dweller Do you have a cool story about how you ended up in Downtown York or an interesting living space you’d like to show off? You could be featured in Downtown Dweller. Share you story by emailing astaub@downtownyorkpa.com with the subject line “Downtown Dweller.”

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Housing Directory For more information about living in Downtown York, please visit DowntownYorkPa.com.

With its historic yet hip vibe, Downtown York is a great place to live whether you’re a young professional or a retiree. If you’re looking for a new place to call home, these resources may be able to help you find the perfect place in the heart of the city.

Photo by YRK Creative

American Heritage Property Management Serving York and eight other regions

Realtors Association of York and Adams County (RAYAC)

2801 N. George St., Suite B / 877-931-7368

Representing more than 1,000 realtors in York and

ahpm.biz/york-property-management

Adams counties 901 Smile Way / 717-843-7891

Codo York

rayac.com

Lofts, flats, lifestyle; offering luxury apartments in York 241 N. George St. and 28 N. George St. / 717-699-2229

Sherman Property Management

codoyork.com

Full-service management firm; properties include National House, Codo 28, Codo 241 and more

Dutch Kitchen

720 W. Market St. / 717-699-2229

Quality housing for people with limited resources

go-sherman.com

381 W. Market St. / 717-846-5281 yorkareahg.org

Susquehanna Real Estate York-based real estate development and consulting company;

Elite Property Management

properties include Bacon Apartments

Property management and rentals, including in Downtown York

140 E. Market St. / 717-848-5500

224 N. George St. / 717-902-9474

susquehanna-realestate.com

eliteyorkpa.com Yohn Property Management Key Realty

Residential properties include One West on Continental Square

38 S. Beaver St. / 717-718-8154

96 S. George St., Suite 210 / 717-843-7509 yohnproperties.com

Midor Property Management Offering quality yet affordable housing, including single-family

York Property Management Group

homes and apartments

125 N. George St. / 717-846-RENT

201 Chestnut St. / 717-843-2233 midorproperties.com

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Wine Just Off The Vine Tasting Event

November 10-11 and 17-18, 2018 $20 Includes both weekends Tickets available now

Journey Through a Collection of Family-Owned Wineries

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SAVOR THE SEASON

fall is for foodies in downtown york Story by: Andrew Staub, Marketing & Communications Manager, Downtown Inc Photography by: Provided by Restaurants Featured Here From pumpkin and apple to cranberry and ginger, Downtown York kitchens and bars are crafting recipes sure to warm your spirit this fall. And, with free parking after 5 p.m., it’s every reason to light up your otherwise dark evenings with conversing, eating and drinking downtown.

Collusion Tap Works: Reaper’s Pursuit This hearty pumpkin imperial cream ale packs a punch at 10 percent ABV. The flavor profile includes a mix of sweet pumpkin and spices. Be among the first to order it October 26 during the Collusion Halloween party, which will feature a costume contest, pumpkin carving for children and more specialty drafts.

105 S. Howard St. / collusiontapworks.com

Eight Oaks Craft Distillers: The Log Cabin Hosting friends and family this holiday season?

Grab a bottle of Eight Oaks Applejack and create your own festive cocktail. This Log Cabin is a sweet combination of apple cider, honey rosemary syrup and, of course, Eight Oaks’ Applejack. Find Eight Oaks in Central Market.

34 W. Philadelphia St. / eightoaksdistillers.com

Myer’s Natural Beef Delmonico Steak: The Left Bank Restaurant and Bar When the temperature dips, visit the newly renovated Left Bank for a dish sure to warm you up. Enjoy a perfectly cooked Myer’s Natural Beef Delmonico Steak with a side of house-seasoned potatoes and seasonal vegetables. And, if that isn’t reason enough to visit, you can cap the meal with the famous Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée with seasonal fruit compote.

120 N. George St. / leftbankyork.com

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Paco’s Tacos: Sweet ‘n’ Beet Taco Delight in a crispy, fresh Sweet ‘n’ Beet Taco at Paco’s Tacos, currently making its home at Taste Test. This treat is loaded with roasted sweet potatoes and beets, pickled red onion, guacamole, radish micro greens and arbol salsa. Try it with their Rice y Beans — a fried rice patty that sits atop pureed pinto beans with pico de gallo, greens and verde — or the Verde Salad, a house-mixed salad with cucumber, Cotija cheese, verde, candied pumpkin seeds, pickled red onion and radish.

105 S. Duke St. tastetestyork.com

Dining & Drinks Directory

Sarah’s Snacks Specialty foods, granola, ice cream and parfaits 9 W. Philadelphia St. / 717-814-9648 sarahssnacks.com

For more information about dining in Downtown York, please visit DowntownYorkPa.com.

Subway Subs and sandwiches 18 N. George St. / 717-854-7199

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Kid-Friendly

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Dinner

Moderate

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Taste Test Restaurant Incubator Pop-up restaurant space; currently featuring elevated tacos from Paco’s Tacos 101–105 S. Duke St. / 717-964-8378 tastetestyork.com

The Handsome Cab Bair’s Fried Chicken (Central Market)

Joy’s Café

Fresh fried chicken; a classic downtown

Coffee shop with breakfast, sandwiches

lunch spot

and more

34 W. Philadelphia St. / 717-848-1945

221 W. Philadelphia St. / 717-855-2233

bairsfriedchicken.com

Joys-Cafe.com

Wine bar, small plates, cocktails, beer, piano bar, industrial and modern atmosphere 106 N. George St. / 717-793-2413 thehandsomecab.com

The Left Bank CBBC Downtown York,

Mudhook Brewing Co.

A Crystal Ball Brewing Company Bar

Craft brewery with tasty pub fare

Serving world-class beer brewed locally

34 N. Cherry Lane / 717-747-3605

21 S. Beaver St. / 717-577-2503

mudhookbrewing.com

Top-rated casual fine dining in Downtown York; perfect for lunch, dinner or drinks at the bar 120 N. George St. / 717-843-8010 leftbankyork.com

crystalballbrewing.com Pepper’s Grille (Central Market) Central Market

Breakfast and home-cooked lunches with a twist

Historic farmers market with more than 50

34 W. Philadelphia St. / 717-654-0585

vendors; plenty of breakfast and lunch options

facebook.com/Peppersgrille

34 W. Philadelphia St. / 717-848-2243

White Rose Bar & Grill A unique escape from the everyday dining experience 48 N. Beaver St. / 717-848-5369 whiterosebarandgrill.com

centralmarketyork.com Revival Social Club Creative cocktails and globally inspired menu Collusion Tap Works

19 N. George St. / 717-430-2981

24 rotating taps, plus sandwiches and

revivalsocialclubyork.com

more bites

World Grills Authentic Thai food 29 E. King St. / 717-650-2886 facebook.com/worldgrills

105 S. Howard St. / 717-848-8400 collusiontapworks.com

ROOST Uncommon Kitchen Innovative and uncommon sandwiches and specials

Hamir’s Indian Fusion

35 W. Market St. / 717-848-6576

Indian-fusion cuisine combining ingredients

roostuncommonkitchen.com

from around the world

York City Pretzel Company Hand-twisted hard and soft pretzels, plus sandwiches 39 W. Market St. / 717-467-3556 yorkcitypretzelcompany.com

24 S. George St. / 717-430-4173 hamirs.com

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Events for October 2018 Look for Downtown Inc’s logo to see which events Downtown Inc is hosting!

October First Friday 10/5 | 5 p.m. | Downtown York

Photo by YRK Creative

Presented by WellSpan, First Friday is a monthly celebration of downtown shops, restaurants, cultural venues and nightlife hotspots. From 5 to 9 p.m., enjoy special events like First Friday Latino, promotions and more. Gather on Continental Square for live entertainment, supported by the Cultural Alliance of York County.

York Story Slam 10/16 | 7 p.m. | Holy Hound Taproom, 57 W. Market St. Everyone can become a storyteller during monthly York Story Slam events. These monthly gatherings at Holy Hound Taproom make friends out of strangers, as contestants each take their turn at the microphone. Tell a story or just listen while enjoying a brew. October’s theme is “Scars.”

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History on the Half Shell 10/21 | 11 a.m. | York County History Center Agricultural and Industrial Museum, 217 W. Princess St.

Photo by YRK Creative

The humble oyster stars during this York County History Center benefit at the Agricultural & Industrial Museum. Enjoy oysters fried, stewed or nude at a familyfriendly festival that also features gallery tours, artisan demonstrations and live music. Plus, feast on plenty of other food options and wash it all down with beer, wine and apple cider. Admission is free and food is a la carte.

York Halloween Parade 10/28 | 2 p.m. | Downtown York Ghosts, ghouls and goblins take over the streets of Downtown York for the 69th Annual York Halloween Parade Presented by York Traditions Bank. You’ll enjoy frightening floats as well as family-friendly entertainment during this fall city tradition. Afterward, stick around and explore the rest of Downtown York.

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Events for November 2018

Photo by YRK Creative

The Wizard of Oz November First Friday 11/2 | 5 p.m. | Downtown York Presented by WellSpan, First Friday is a monthly celebration of downtown shops, restaurants, cultural venues and nightlife hotspots. From 5 to 9 p.m., enjoy special events like First Friday Latino, promotions and more. Gather on Continental Square for live entertainment, supported by the Cultural Alliance of York County.

Photo by YRK Creative

11/6 | 7:30 p.m. | Appell Center for the Performing Arts, 50 N. George St. The classic musical comes to the Appell Center for the Performing Arts. With breathtaking special effects, this show will transport you to the Land of Oz as Dorothy befriends the Cowardly Lion, the Tin Man and the Scarecrow. Enjoy favorites like “Over the Rainbow” and “Ding Dong the Witch Is Dead.”

Photo by YRK Creative

Sweetest Pint Pumpkin

Small Business Saturday

11/17 | 2 p.m. | Downtown York

11/24 | 8 a.m. | Downtown York

This event puts your daily pumpkin spice latte to shame.

Sponsored by Brewery Products, the Sweetest Pint’s fall edition pairs delicious pumpkin-inspired brews and bites from downtown restaurants and breweries. Seven groups rotate between seven stops in one afternoon for a truly pumpkin-packed day. Get the whole gang together!

While everyone knows that Black Friday is the official start of the holiday shopping season for malls and bigbox stores, small independent realtors look to the following day, Small Business Saturday, to jumpstart their season. Take part as you #shopsmallyork at the charming boutiques of Downtown York.

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Events for December 2018 Light Up York 12/1 | Noon | Downtown York Downtown York becomes a magical place during Light Up York Powered by Shipley Energy. Starting at noon and running until 7 p.m., it’s a full day of holiday entertainment perfect for the entire family. It all culminates with the lighting of the Christmas tree on Continental Square.

Photo by YRK Creative

Photo by YRK Creative

December First Friday 12/7 | 5 p.m. | Downtown York Presented by WellSpan, First Friday is a monthly celebration of downtown shops, restaurants, cultural venues and nightlife hotspots. From 5 to 9 p.m., enjoy special events like First Friday Latino, promotions and more. December’s First Friday is the perfect time to do a little holiday shopping.

New Year’s Eve White Rose Drop 12/31 | Downtown York Say goodbye to 2018 and ring in the new year in Downtown York. Gather in Continental Square and watch the White Rose drop at midnight. A full slate of fun activities leads up to the new year.

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Masquerade Ball to Heat Up Foundry Again Downtown Inc chooses boldest location yet for signature fundraising event Story by: Andrew Staub, Marketing & Communications Manager, Downtown Inc Renderings by: abSketches | Photography by: Downtown Inc

The former Pewterex Foundry in York sits idle today, but it will roar back to life October 27 when Downtown Inc hosts its Fifth Annual Masquerade Ball at the vacant industrial site on North Hartley Street.

“It’s not often that someone decides to throw a party in an empty former foundry, but that’s exactly what we’re doing,” said Silas Chamberlin, CEO of Downtown Inc. “We wanted to push the limits for this milestone Masquerade Ball and choose a truly unforgettable venue. This is an opportunity to show that we can take a historic site that’s still rough around the edges and reinvent it for one night.”

Presenting sponsor Royal Square Development & Construction owns the venue and has tabbed it “The Foundry.” The company believes it could one day host everything from a large brewery, a restaurant, living space and more.

This year’s Masquerade Ball theme will be Fire & Ice, paying homage to the 54,000-square-foot building’s historic uses as both a foundry and an ice machine manufacturing plant.

The Masquerade Ball is Downtown Inc’s signature fundraising event. All proceeds support the organization’s mission to enhance and encourage investment in York’s Central Business District.

Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres, dancing, a cash bar, Tarot card readings, live music from Central City Orchestra and more.

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If you go...

What: Fifth Annual Downtown Inc Masquerade Ball Presented by Royal Square Development & Construction When: 6 to 11 p.m., Saturday, October 27 Where: The Foundry, 145 N. Hartley St. York, PA 17401 Details: Drinking, dancing and general revelry. Tickets may be purchased at DowntownYorkPa.com

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS Presenting Sponsor Royal Square Development & Construction Photo Booth Sponsor abSketches Foundry Sponsor mulá design Foundry Sponsor Jack Giambalvo Family of Dealerships

Red Carpet Sponsor Members 1st Federal Credit Union Bar Sponsor Kinsley Construction Caricature Artist Sponsor CGA Law Firm Tarot Card Reading Sponsor Harley-Davidson Community Engagement Sponsor Gavin

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Attractions Directory For more information about attractions in Downtown York, please visit DowntownYorkPa.com.

VISITOR SERVICES

The Parliament Arts Organization

Historical Society Museum

Downtown York Visitors

Located in the vibrant Royal Square District

Houses headquarters, Library and Archives, and

Information Center

116 E. King St. / 717-467-1731

many of the History Center’s diverse exhibits

Helpful staff give you the lowdown on local

parliamentyork.org

250 E. Market St. / 717-848-1587 yorkhistorycenter.org

attractions; located inside historic Central Market

LIBRARIES

34 W. Philadelphia St. / 1-888-858-YORK

Martin Library

yorkpa.org

City landmark offering the largest collection of

York County History Center

library materials in York County FACTORY TOURS

159 E. Market St. / 717-846-5300

Sunrise Soap Company

yorklibraries.org/martin

Make your own soap, bath fizzies and more

Operating five museums highlighting nearly 300 years of York history 250 E. Market St. / 717-848-1587 yorkhistorycenter.org

York County History Center Archives

SPORTS & GAMES

Collection covers genealogy, local history,

York Revolution Professional Baseball

historic sites and more

Enjoy a night at the ballpark with the defending

York City Pretzel Company

250 E. Market St. / 717-848-1587

Atlantic League champs!

See how simple, yet delicious, soft pretzels are

yorkhistorycenter.org

PeoplesBank Park / 5 Brooks Robinson Way

29 N. Beaver St. / 717-843-7627 sunrisesoapco.com

717-801-4487

baked to perfection

yorkrevolution.com

39 W. Market St. / 717-467-3556

MUSEUMS

yorkcitypretzelcompany.com

Agricultural & Industrial Museum Over 20 exhibits highlight three centuries of

THEATER, CINEMA & MUSIC

ART GALLERIES

transportation, agriculture, manufacturing

Appell Center for the Performing Arts

Cab Gallery at The Handsome Cab

and industry

Two historic theaters draw some of the biggest

View local art, with wine in hand!

217 W. Princess St. / 717-848-1587

names in professional performing arts, education

106 N. George St. / 717-793-2413

yorkhistorycenter.org

and more

thehandsomecab.com/cab

50 N. George St. / 717-846-1111

Bonham House

Creative York

Trace the history of the Bonham family;

Nonprofit art center featuring exhibits, classes

originally built in 1840

and more

152 E. Market St. / 717-848-1587

10 N. Beaver St. / 717-848-3200

yorkhistorycenter.org

creativeyork.org

Colonial Complex

Creative York West

Explore four historic buildings highlighting York

Auxiliary gallery space for Creative York

County’s role during the Revolutionary War

118 W. Philadelphia St. / 717-848-3200

and beyond

creativeyork.org

152 E. Market St. / 717-848-1587

Gallery B 11 W. Philadelphia St. / 717-654-6559 HIVE artspace Arts collective with new exhibits every month 126 E. King St. / 917-971-7456 hiveartspace.com

yorkhistorycenter.org

appellcenter.org

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Fire Museum Featuring more than 225 years of firefighting equipment 757 W. Market St. / 717-848-1587 yorkhistorycenter.org

CONTACT:

Megan Myers, YRK Creative E: megan@yrkcreative.com P: 717.578.8353 Agricultural & Industrial Museum 22 | Downtown York | Playing Downtown

Photography by: YRK Creative

Introducing

WellSpan on Market

Lab Services and The Meeting Place As part of WellSpan Health’s continued commitment to the City of York, we’ve added laboratory collection services and a community meeting space in Downtown York.

Cab Gallery at The Handsome Cab

Located one block west of the center of Downtown York and housed in the former F.W. Woolworth Department Store building, this new 2,910 square foot WellSpan facility offers:

• Blood and urine specimen collection • Glucose tolerance testing • Community meeting space Our patients are our friends and neighbors. So, we want to make it easier for those who live, work and play in York to access needed outpatient laboratory testing, health screenings, health talks and other health and wellness resources.

It’s what neighbors do.

York Revolution Professional Baseball

46 W. Market St. – Downtown York (The former F.W. Woolworth Department Store building)

Open: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, 7 to 11 a.m

Learn more at WellSpan.org Colonial Complex

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ITEMS TO ELEVATE YOUR NEXT HOLIDAY PARTY Find all five at Kaletta’s boutique in Downtown York Story by: Andrew Staub, Marketing & Communications Manager, Downtown Inc Photography by: Dayan Jimenez

The holiday season brings together friends and family, and it’s even more fun when you’re hosting the party. These festive finds from Kaletta’s in Downtown York will elevate your holiday entertaining — and they make great gifts, too!

Mango Wood Natural Edge Tray from Creative Co-op No matter if you’re serving cheese, wine or dessert, this Creative Co-op tray is perfect for large gatherings. At a fabulous size of 42 inches long and 12 inches wide, you’ll feel like you could fit an entire holiday meal on this versatile tray.

Marble Cheeseboard from Kalalou Cut from white marble, this rustic but elegant cheeseboard from Kalalou will impress your guests at your next holiday gathering. Pair it with cheese knives from Sparq to complete the look.

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Servingware from Nora Fleming This beautiful and versatile servingware will quickly become a favorite for entertaining. One piece can fit every season with interchangeable mini decorations. Choose from among a gingerbread house, ornaments, Christmas trees and more to give your cookie spread a little extra holiday cheer.

Servingware from Beatriz Ball Handcrafted polished metal ware from Beatriz Ball will make whatever food you serve this holiday season simply striking.

The OCEAN oyster platter makes a wonderful and unique gift, too.

Reactive Drink Dispenser from Floor | 9 Whether it’s filled with mulled wine, sangria or a hot buttered rum, this stunning glazed stone drink dispenser from Floor | 9 will help keep your guests merry this year. Holds 9 1/2 quarts.

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EDGE-WORTHY GIFTS TO GIVE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

Story by: Andrew Staub, Marketing & Communications Manager, Downtown Inc Photography by: YRK Creative* & Timmon Smith

If you’re looking for a one-of-kind gift, you’ll find it in Downtown York.

We present 10 gifts to put your holiday shopping game over the edge.

Handmade clothing from Gusa by Victoria

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Owner Victoria Kageni-Woodard honed her fashion design skills while growing up in Kenya and now sells her colorful work in Downtown York. Amazing maxi dresses, wrap dresses and unique men’s socks make a statement for the fashionista on your list. victoriakageni.com

Dance lessons from the Victrola Dance Hall

A full growler from Crystal Ball Brewing Company Put a growler of frosty craft beer under the tree this year. Crystal Ball exudes a mystical feel with brews like the AllSeeing IPA and Séance Session IPA. But for a chilly winter night by the fire, the Coconut Porter is a classic. crystalballbrewing.com/cbbcity *

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Give the gift of a great date night with private dance lessons at the Victrola Dance Hall. You can learn everything from swing dancing and salsa to the country two-step.

And if you want to be really edgy, there’s even a belly dancing class. thevictroladancehall.com

A Mr. Hollywood Bowtie

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Photo by Timmon Smith

For the dapper dude on your list, an authentic bowtie will ensure he’s never underdressed. Timmon Smith handcrafts each bowtie to ensure you’ll feel confident the next time you step out the door.

Available at i-ron-ic, 256 W. Philadelphia St., or check them out on Instagram at @MrHollywoodsBowtieCollection.

A tattoo from Built to Last

A private screening at SMALL STAR Art House

What’s more radical than ink? The artists at Built to Last Tattoo in Downtown York’s WeCo neighborhood can make sure that gift lasts a lifetime … literally. Might we suggest a beautiful white rose? b2ltattoo.com

Are your friends a bunch of film buffs? Get them together at SMALL STAR Art House for a private screening this holiday season. This gem of Downtown York plays unique first-run films, and it’s an art gallery, too. smallstaryork.com

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A membership to the House of Yoga With sessions heated to 90 degrees and music matching the flow of the workout, this is one gift that will feed the soul. houseofyogayork.com

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A weekend getaway at Grace Manor No gift is better than a weekend getaway. At Grace Manor Bed & Breakfast, you can escape the ordinary with themed rooms that transport you to a French-inspired suite or a Swiss chalet. You’ll feel like you’re on the other side of the world — all in the heart of Downtown York. gracemanorbandb.com

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A gift card to Timeline Arcade

An artistic Tarot card reading Self-described urban shaman Liette Monic is just one of the artists at HIVE artspace. She won’t just read Tarot cards, she’ll paint what she sees and feels during the session. You take the art home. hiveartspace.com/liette-monic

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Go retro with a gift card to Timeline Arcade. Located in the heart of Downtown York, this veritable video game museum offers classics like Space Invaders, Pac-Man, Mario and more. You don’t even need quarters — just pay by the hour. It’s BYOB 9 p.m. until closing. timelinearcade.net *

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Shopping Directory For more information about shopping in Downtown York, please visit DowntownYorkPa.com.

ARTS & CRAFTS

GIFTS

Cherie Anne Designs

Memory Lane Sweets

Tea and gift shop selling premium loose-leaf tea,

Nostalgic candy shop carrying favorites from

jewelry and more

your past

48 W. Philadelphia St. / 717-843-0079

11 S. Beaver St. / 717-850-3373

cherieannedesigns.com

memorylanesweetshoppe.com

Ewe and Me Yarn Shop

Sunrise Soap Company

Carrying yarn and tools for knitters and

Handmade soap, lotion and bath products

crotchet enthusiasts

29 N. Beaver St. / 717-843-7627

36 N. Beaver St. / 717-848-9276

sunrisesoapco.com

eweandmeyork.com BANKS/ATMs CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES

BB&T

Arthur & Daughters

1 E. Market St., Suite 101 / 800-311-3182

Women’s clothing, made in the United States 49 N. Beaver St. / 646-269-1869 arthuranddaughters.com Gusa by Victoria Clothing store where fashion and art

Fulton Bank 30 S. George St., Suite 1 / 717-771-4224 M&T Bank 21 E. Market St. / 717-852-3002

become one

White Rose Credit Union

252 W. Philadelphia St. / 717-324-3725

107 E. Philadelphia St. / 717-846-1156

victoriakageni.com Lele B’s Boutique

York Traditions Bank 100 N. George St. / 717-747-2670

Arthur & Daughters

Contemporary women’s clothing and accessories 13 S. Beaver St. / 717-430-2763 leleb.boutique Sky Optics Performance, prescription and fashion sunglasses 24 N. Beaver St. / 717-747-1853 skyopticsusa.com FLORISTS Charles A. Schaefer Flowers Florist; arrangements delivered 124 W. Market St. / 717-845-1571 schaeferflowers.com Foster’s Flower Shop Floral arrangements, delivery and event design 27 N. Beaver St. / 717-650-6009 fostersflowershop.com

Lele B’s Boutique Photography by: YRK Creative

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Foster’s Flower Shop

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CONTACT:

Megan Myers, YRK Creative E: megan@yrkcreative.com P: 717.578.8353

York Traditions Bank

Visit LifePath’s new Thrift Store — 2414 Eastern Blvd., York —

At this new location, LifePath will continue to offer a great selection of furniture, clothing, household items, appliances, and electronics, with great bargains in every aisle.

Even more exciting are the improved facilities at the new store: • More spacious! 10,000 square feet of retail space allows us to display more merchandise • One-floor format means no steps to climb!

• Plenty of parking spaces!

Throughout 2017, LifePath Christian Ministries provided:

Profits from all of LifePath’s Thrift Stores fund the ministry, which is all about life transformation services. The organization does more than provide hot meals and warm beds; it seeks to treat the root causes of poverty and homelessness in our community.

181,000 23,100 36,598 meals for the hungry

pounds of donated clothing

nights of shelter

7,867

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unique volunteer people with an avenue to Christ opportunities

Closing Thought What Makes Downtown York Historically Edgy to You?

“I think it’s a place for any musician, for any people who are musicians born here, not only wanting to convey what they have, but express it with their feelings and express it with their stories.”

Jason Wilson-Kageni

“I love the historic buildings of York, in particular the Victorian homes. They give our city a unique feel and add to the overall personality that sets us apart from any other city. They give us an old-world feel in the midst of a fast-evolving world.”

Kelly Taveras

“What I like about York are the people in it: Everyone is willing to work together and build something greater. There’s a sense that we all want to make a greater York. We’re all working together to try to figure it out.”

James Manjo

Photo by YRK Creative

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“I see this interesting mix of the old and the new, especially recently. There’s this modern edge coming in where we are rebuilding the city. Then there’s this historic colonial town in the mix of all of it. It’s really interesting to see the old combining with the new.”

Lizz Dawson

Photo by YRK Creative

We’re looking to you to help us build an Edgy Inventory. We’re searching for stories —big and small — of the people, places and things that make Downtown York historically edgy. Keep in mind that stories don’t have to be both historic and edgy — any example of history or forward thinking will work.

Do you have a favorite historic building? Do you know someone with an interesting hobby? Is there a business using innovation to improve people’s lives? Let us know!

Send your thoughts to astaub@downtownyorkpa.com. We may even share your example as we tell Downtown York’s story.

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