Downtown York Magazine

WINTER/SPRING 2019

THE CREATIVE CORE FOR MAKERS IN YORK COUNTY, PA

A BREW TOWN,

PAST AND PRESENT

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BREWED ON THE EDGE 5 REASONS TO GO GREEN

WINTER/SPRING 2019 EDITION

Contents Playing Downtown: 16 | Events Here’s what’s coming up in York

Welcome to Downtown York: 05 | Downtown Update A note from Silas 06 | Map Where to go and where to park

Living Downtown: 10 | Downtown Dweller A View from the Middle of It All

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Brewed on the Edge

12 | Housing Directory Looking for a place to call home?

Dining Downtown: 14 | A Cheesy Slice of Heaven Get your taste buds ready for National Pizza Day, February 9 15 | Dining & Drinks Directory Looking for a place to eat?

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22 | Attractions Directory Find the best activities in York

Shopping Downtown: 24 | From Drab to Fab Create works of art from upcycled furniture.

26 | Shopping Directory Looking for something special?

Business Downtown: 28 | Making a Difference for More Than a Century A Q&A with Bryan Tate, President of the Rotary Club of York

Closing Thought: 30 | What’s Your Favorite Masquerade Ball Memory?

This edition’s cover photo was taken at the Golden Plough Tavern. Built in 1741, it’s as old as York itself!

Thank you to the York County History Center for hosting the photo session.

2 E. Market St., York, PA 17401 P: 717.849.2331 downtownyorkpa.com

20 | 5 Reasons to Go Green in Downtown York Explore this family-friendly street festival Saturday, April 20.

View the digital version of Downtown York online at DowntownYorkPa.com.

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A Downtown Update

When it comes to perfect pairings, there’s perhaps no greater combination than pizza and beer.

They are staple menu items when watching the big game and the ideal currency when you need to repay your buddies for helping you move. And, on a higher level, both are building upon Downtown York’s reputation as a regional dining destination.

That’s why in this edition of Downtown York Magazine, we’re highlighting the cheesy goodness of pizza and washing it down with a cover story about the past, present and future of brewing in the city.

It couldn’t come at a more perfect time. The arrival of Old Forge Brewing Company gives Downtown York six craft breweries. As cities seek out differentiators to attract visitors and residents, it’s hard to think of many places that can boast such a strong brewing scene in just 26 square blocks.

DOWNTOWN INC STAFF Silas Chamberlin, Vice President, Economic & Community Development, York County Economic Alliance Elaine Bonneau, Director of Downtown Inc Shannon Hamblin, Communications Coordinator Mark Rooney, Project Manager Andrew Staub, Marketing & Communications Director Mylea Thompson, Events Manager

The current brewing boom began with Mudhook Brewing Company in 2010 and has expanded to include Liquid Hero, Collusion Tap Works, Crystal Ball Brewing Company, Gift Horse and Old Forge. They’re less competitors and more collaborators that love to see their fellow brewers pushing the limits of fermented flavor.

In fact, the breweries recently teamed up under the moniker of the York City Six to brew a collaborative beer — a pilsner that we hope is just the first of many joint efforts. Kudos to them for working together.

At the same time, restaurants like Fig & Barrel are redefining pizza joints by pairing wood-fired creations with whiskey from around the world — all in an atmosphere that exudes old-world charm.

Plus, Downtown York is one of the few places in the MidAtlantic where you can try DiCarlo’s Pizza’s unique Ohio-style pizza with its thin crust and unmelted provolone cheese that softens as you enjoy your cut.

In our dining section, we break down all the downtown pizza joints you’ll want to visit on National Pizza Day on February 9.

In fact, you can join me as I follow up last year’s monumentally successful french fry crawl with a pizza crawl.

We’ll be assembling an all-star cast of guest tasters to join me along the way as we highlight the people behind the pie.

Of course, when we’re done, you’re also welcome to join us in raising a celebratory pint.

Stay edgy, my friends,

Silas Chamberlin Downtown Inc

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President: Mandy Arnold, Gavin Advertising Vice President: Z. Dylan Bauer, RSDC, Inc. Secretary: Patti Stirk, SMALL STAR Art House Treasurer: Eric Menzer, York Revolution Joanne Ekeledo, Grace Manor Bed & Breakfast Kate Hynes, Stock and Leader John Klinedinst, C.S. Davidson, Inc. Brian Strong, KBG Injury Law Julian Tolbert, York Container Dr. Darryl Jones, HACC Winter/Spring ’19 | 05

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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Shopping | See page 26 for listings

Dining | See page 15 for listings

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Getting Here And Parking Downtown York is easily accessible from all points north, south, east and west. Main arteries you want to look for? George Street and Queen Street from the north and south; Market Street and Philadelphia Street from the east and west.

From Lancaster: • • •

Take Route 30 West to North George Street.

Turn left onto North George Street.

Follow straight.

From Harrisburg and all points north: • • •

Take I-83 South to Route 30 West, Exit 22 (North George Street).

Stay in the middle lane and turn right at the light onto North George Street.

Follow straight.

From Gettysburg: • • •

Take Route 30 East to North George Street.

Turn right onto North George Street.

Follow straight.

From south/Baltimore: • •

Take I-83 North to South George Street Exit.

Follow Business I-83/South George Street.

PARKING

Parking is plentiful in York City, with 350 on-street meters and 1,260 garage spaces in three garages conveniently located within walking distance to Downtown attractions.

Garage Locations • • • •

Market Street Garage (41 E. Market St.) Philadelphia Street Garage (25 W. Philadelphia St.) King Street Garage (15 W. King St.) Central Market Parking Deck (W. Philadelphia and North Beaver St.)

Parking in York City garages is $2.50 per hour from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Garage parking is currently free in the evenings and all day Saturday and Sunday.

PARKING METERS

Metered, on-street parking is available in Downtown York. Enforcement hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

(Free on Sundays and holidays observed by the City of York), and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for parking meters located in the “Retail Zone.” Meters are marked with the hours of operation and enforcement. Meter Rates are: $0.05 - 3 minutes, $0.10 - 6 minutes, $0.25 - 15 minutes. A maximum of 2 hours is allowed at all York City meters.

Please direct all parking questions, concerns and comments to: York City Parking Bureau, 717-815-0517.

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BREWED ON THE EDGE DOWNTOWN YORK’S GROWING CRAFT BEER SCENE CONNECTS HISTORY WITH HOPS Story by: Michael Vyskocil, Contributor, YRK Creative Photography by: Contributor, YRK Creative* & Downtown Inc

Bold ingredients, nuanced flavors, unforgettable brews: This trifecta defines the Downtown York craft beer community.

With six breweries operating all within 26 square blocks in the city, craft beer aficionados don’t lack for places to fill their glasses with the latest creations from York’s master brewers.

To understand the appeal of Downtown York’s growing craft beer scene, you need only look at the city’s history with hops to understand that brewing was and remains a big deal for this community.

BREWING LEGACY AND LORE In 1741, European settlers founded what would become the City of York and established the community’s foundation along the banks of the Codorus Creek. Like many communities founded during the mid-18th century, York supported many taverns. As the oldest structure in York today, the Golden Plough Tavern, built in 1741, served York residents and visitors well into the early 1800s.

During this era, alcoholic beverages were the drink of choice. The natural brewing and fermentation process produced a beverage that was free of contamination and could be stored long term.

As the Industrial Revolution impacted York County in the late 1800s and into the early 1900s, breweries, distilleries, inns, public houses and taverns all operated in York. Brewing and distilling helped support many industries including bottling, glass making, coopering and transportation.

Daniel Roe, vice president of interpretation for the York County History Center, believes the apex for the brewing industry occurred between the 1860s and 1920s. According to Roe, the most well-recognized breweries in York included Helb’s Keystone Brewing and Karl Katz’s York Brewing Company. The Charles D. Moul Distillery and liquor store was also a prominent business fixture.

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“When I think of community and its development in the 1700s, taverns were truly community gathering places,” Roe said. “As new pubs and breweries reopen in town [today], often in close proximity to locations that were used historically, to me, there is a clear connection to the past, but also a nod to the future as new generations gather in a familiar way to discuss events of the times or to simply spend time with friends and family.”

CREATING A CRAFT BEER DESTINATION Given York’s affinity for and connection with brewing, today’s community of craft breweries are carrying on this legacy with some edgy twists.

By day, Corey Wolfe serves as a campaign manager for the United Way of York County. By night, he crafts up ways to bring more attention to Downtown York’s craft beer scene. Most recently, Wolfe helped launch a new collaboration, The York City Six, representing the six breweries now operating downtown. Under this brand name, he explained, York’s breweries can work together to attract visitors. In 2018, the breweries released their first collaborative beer, The York City Six Vol. 1 Pilsner. For every pint of beer sold, the breweries donated $1 to benefit the York City Police Department.

Wolfe said that The York City Six collaboration will consider additional ways to give back to organizations in the York community all the while positioning Downtown York — and the York County region — as the place to explore diverse craft brews. When asked to characterize the brewing community that exists here, Wolfe wasn’t shy about his description. He said it matches Downtown York’s new Historically Edgy brand.

“Each one of the breweries has a different setup and brews in different styles,” he explained. “You can literally walk five minutes in any direction, hit every single brewery in the city and experience a different atmosphere at every place you go while being surrounded by the historic architecture and the small-town feel of the community.”

Adjacent to Central Market, Mudhook Brewing Company started the current downtown brewing boom when it opened in 2010. As one of the early craft brewing operations to open in 21st-century Downtown York, owner Jeff Lau and his son-in-law Tim Wheeler set out to create an inviting atmosphere with a focus on serving beer-inspired dishes and classic, traditional and unique brews.

“I always joke that beer is recession proof,” Lau said. “You can drink to drown your sorrows or celebrate your victories.”

Lau said the camaraderie that exists among Downtown York’s breweries allows events such as the Sweetest Pint Tour, presented twice a year by Downtown Inc, and others to bring people to York to experience the diversity of the community’s craft brews.

“We [the breweries] all bring something unique to the table,” Lau continued.

“There are no two breweries in York that are identical. It’s been a very interesting growth for beer in York City, and it’s been an interesting experience for us to be part of that growth and the revitalization of Downtown York.”

What pairs better with beer than pizza? Find out where to find a great slice downtown (page 14).

BREWS AND BITES Looking for the best brews and bites in Downtown York? Stop in, sip and savor at these six craft brewery destinations.

Collusion Tap Works 105 S. Howard St. | 717.848.8400 collusiontapworks.com Crystal Ball Brewing Company 21 S. Beaver St. & 1612 W. King St. 717.555.1212 crystalballbrewing.com Gift Horse Brewing Company 117 N. George St. 717.846.BREW (2739) gifthorsebrewing.com Liquid Hero Brewery 50 E. North St. | 717.814.9250 liquidhero.com Mudhook Brewing Company 34 N. Cherry Lane | 717.747.3605 mudhookbrewing.com Old Forge Brewing Company 58 W. Market St. | 717.650.2526 oldforgebrewingcompany.com Winter/Spring ’19 | 09

Downtown Dweller

A VIEW FROM THE

MIDDLE OF IT ALL Erin and Ben McGlaughlin catch up in their Continental Square condo with Riley.

Story by: Andrew Staub, Marketing & Communications Director, Downtown Inc Photography by: Austin Gingerich

There’s perhaps no better place in York to enjoy a morning cup of coffee than in Ben and Erin McGlaughlin’s sixth-floor condo in the stately brown building once home to the Colonial Hotel.

A large glass door allows the sun’s first rays to wash over the York County Administrative Center’s beautiful Italian-style domes and straight into their bedroom. Ben calls the view the “piece de resistance” of the home. It makes mornings a special time as the couple enjoys fresh-made coffee and prepares for the day together.

The McGlaughlins have lived on the southwestern corner of Continental Square since July, taking over a condo formerly occupied by Erin’s mother and stepfather. Situated in the heart of Downtown York, their building is one of the most striking in the city.

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Designed by the Dempwolf architecture firm, its turrets and sharp edges give it an eye-catching look.

In addition to soaking up the view, Erin and Ben have quickly adapted to life where walking to work is the norm and having groceries delivered means the car typically stays in the next-door parking garage. They’re part of a growing group of residents drawn to Downtown York’s historicyet-hip vibe, booming food scene and easy access to natural amenities such as the nearby York County Heritage Rail Trail.

“Downtown used to be, in my estimation, a great place to hang out on the weekends,” Ben said. “Now it’s become an every-night opportunity for dining and for meeting friends.”

While Ben and Erin make a concerted effort to dine at home — Erin enjoys cooking pizza, bread and soup during the winter months — the couple dines out a few times a week. They rotate through their favorites, places like The Left Bank Restaurant & Bar and the Handsome Cab. They exercise together, running to the downtown branch of the YMCA several times a week. Sometimes, they’ll grab bikes from the Zagster bike-share stations and ride to a different part of the Rail Trail just to have a new running experience.

Even work happens downtown. The two run a business consulting firm, Design Quake, based out of the Rudy Art Glass Building only a couple blocks away from their home.

At home, where their pug-mix Riley follows them through the condo, they enjoy an open concept design that connects the kitchen, dining area and living area. Even if one of them is upstairs, they never feel far from the other.

While they live in the middle of the city, the sounds of traffic and even fire engine sirens fade away high above Continental Square.

“I feel like when we come in here, it’s like a little cocoon in the middle of the city,” Erin said.

Outside that glass door, they have a rooftop space that makes the bustling city the backdrop to everyday life.

They’ve already used it as an outdoor dining space, and Ben sometimes sits out there to finish up work calls.

On a recent chilly night, with the city’s Christmas tree casting a holiday glow, Ben stood by the rooftop turret and pointed to the surrounding landmarks: the HarleyDavidson plant to the northeast and the new UPMC Pinnacle Memorial Hospital building to the northwest.

Closer by, the buildings of the Royal Square District sparkled with white holiday lights.

Turns out, it’s not just an amazing view in the morning sunshine.

“As far as I know, this is the most beautiful space that you can live in downtown.”

- Erin McGlaughlin

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 your 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

1210 E. 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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A CHEESY SLICE OF HEAVEN NATIONAL PIZZA DAY IS COMING. HERE’S WHERE YOU CAN FIND A SLICE DOWNTOWN.

Story by: Austin Gingerich | Photography by: Austin Gingerich | Illustrations by: YRK Creative

Iron Horse York 1 W. Market St. ironhorseyork.com Iron Horse does pizza right. Pies are handcrafted fresh daily, and dough and sauces are made from scratch. Fired in a brick oven, pizzas include the Bacon & Egg topped with fontina cheese and truffle oil, and a take on a Philly classic with sirloin steak, caramelized onions and Cheese Whiz.

Pair your pie with one of its wines to make your meals even more memorable.

February 9 is National Pizza Day, and you know you want to celebrate with a slice. Whether you’re looking for a traditional pie or the best gourmet pizza you’ve ever eaten, you’ll find it in Downtown York. Discover the following six great places downtown to satiate your hunger for the famous circular dish.

DiCarlo’s Pizza 24 N. George St. dicarlospizza.com What is it like to have a famous pizza chain in downtown?

Amazing. DiCarlo’s is known for its tradition, unique products and delicious pizza. You can’t go wrong with homemade tomato sauce and fresh cheese. And get this: It’s topped with unmelted provolone so the cheese warms up and softens as you eat. It’s a little taste of Ohio right here in York.

Fig and Barrel 25 W. Market St. figandbarrel.com One of Downtown York’s newest eateries, Fig and Barrel offers an incredible combo of whiskey from all over the world and gourmet pizza that pushes the limits of flavor. We’re talking pizzas topped with duck confit, burrata and the namesake figs. You’ll be drooling in anticipation from the second you order it to the moment it comes out of the wood-fired oven. Pies bake at 800 degrees in just minutes.

Marcello’s Pizza 7 S. George St. marcellosonline.com Marcello’s is where homestyle flavor meets city-style speed.

Stop by and try the classic cheese pizza or go all out with a Mexican Fiesta pizza. Either way, you’ll be satisfied with the excellent service and great taste. Located off Continental Square, it’s the ideal spot for a quick slice for lunch.

Mezzogiorno 34 W. Philadelphia St. mezzoatthemarket.com Up your breakfast game from cold pizza to the splendid Mezzo Breakfast Pizza from Mezzogiorno inside Central Market. Topped with scrambled eggs, bacon, ham, sausage, and Parmesan and cheddar cheese, it’s a veritable breakfast buffet on a fire-grilled crust. Plus it’s topped with three luxurious poached eggs and Mezzo’s Holly sauce.

Pizza Boli’s 240 S. George St. mypizzabolisyork.com With over 20 toppings and four different crusts to choose from, what’s stopping you from making the pizza you’ve always dreamed of? If you’re not a fan of customizing your own, Pizza Boli’s has plenty of specialty pizzas to select from. Plus, Pizza Boli’s is open late for midnight mozzarella hankerings.

PAIR YOUR PIZZA WITH A FROSTY CRAFT BEER. LEARN WHERE TO FIND A PINT DOWNTOWN (PAGES 8-9).

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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

Key:

subway.com

Breakfast

Kid-Friendly

Lunch

Inexpensive

Dinner

Moderate

Bar

Pricey

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 February 2019 *Blue text denotes Downtown Inc/YCEA events

Photo by YRK Creative

February First Friday 2/1 | 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.

‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’ 2/17 | 7:30 p.m. | Appell Center for the Performing Arts, 50 N. George St. The Appell Center for the Performing Arts is hosting Legally Blonde: The Musical this February! Legally Blonde is the well-known story of sorority president Elle Woods as she crosses the country on a mission to find love at Harvard Law School. After discovering that she can use law for the greater good, she uses her newfound skills to defy the odds and prove that pink really can save the day!

17th Annual A Taste of York City 2/22 | 6:30 p.m. | Voni B. Grimes Gym, 125 E. College Ave. Taste some of the finest dining that Downtown York has to offer during the 17th Annual A Taste of York City. Arrive on the red carpet, then enjoy a hosted cocktail reception followed by a seated, gourmet dinner. Live entertainment and a silent auction are part of the semiformal evening that benefits York City Special Events.

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Restaurant Week York 2/25–3/3 | Downtown York Get ready to eat during Restaurant Week York. One of the most popular dining events of the year, Downtown York’s creative chefs really up the ante with special menus, awesome lunch deals and more. It’s the perfect time to get acquainted with York’s booming dining scene.

Events for March 2019

36th Annual York Saint Patrick’s Day Parade 3/16 | 1 p.m. | Downtown York Wear your green and join in the fun of the 36th Annual York Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. From the sounds of bagpipes to the sights of fancy floats, you won’t want to miss this Downtown York tradition full of luck.

March First Friday 3/1 | 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.

YorVoice Sweetest Pint Chocolate 3/23 | 2 p.m. | Downtown York This event puts your daily hot chocolate to shame. The Sweetest Pint’s winter edition pairs delicious chocolateinspired brews and bites from downtown restaurants and breweries. Seven groups rotate between seven stops in one afternoon for a truly chocolate-filled day. Get the whole gang together! Look out for tickets available in February.

3/30 | 7:30 p.m. | Appell Center for the Performing Arts, 50 N. George St. The Cultural Alliance of York County will once again host YorVoice, a friendly singing competition between Yorkarea singers and bands to inspire York pride, celebrate the arts and their impact on our community, highlight local talent and, most importantly, raise awareness for its 2019 Annual Campaign. The “YorVoice” competition will be a fun, music-filled showcase of the talent of York County with one group emerging as YorVoice champion.

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Events for March/April 2019

Photo by YRK Creative

Downtown First Awards 3/21 | 6 p.m.

Logos Academy Held at Logos Academy, Downtown Inc will recognize businesses, organizations and individuals who put Downtown York first through their commitments of time, advocacy and resources during the annual Downtown First Awards.

First Friday April 4/5 | 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.

Photo by YRK Creative

YCEA Annual Dinner 4/12 | 5 p.m.

Wyndham Garden Join the York County Economic Alliance, Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Corporation for an evening of networking, great food and award presentations. The recipients of the Ignite Young Professional, Small Business of the Year and the ATHENA Awards will be honored. It’s a true celebration of York!

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York Revolution Opening Day 4/26 | 6:30 p.m. | PeoplesBank Park, 5 Brooks Robinson Way Bring the family or make it a date night to cheer on the Revs as they take on the Long Island Ducks for the first game of the 2019 season. Get tickets at yorkrevolution.com.

Events for May 2019

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Box Lunch Revue 5/1 | 11:30 a.m. | Cherry Lane Park, Downtown York Grab a bite to eat from nearby Central Market, then relax in beautiful Cherry Lane Park as you enjoy tunes during Box Lunch Revue. This outdoor concert series returns to the park on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in May, as well as Tuesdays and Thursdays from June through August. Best of all, it’s free! Look for the schedule in early April.

Photo by YRK Creative

First Friday May 5/3 | 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.

Photo by YRK Creative

Give Local York 5/3 | All Day Throughout York County Give where you live on May 3 during the second annual Give Local York. Last year, generous donors across York County made history by raising nearly $1.5 million for more than 200 local nonprofits. This year, Give Local York is aiming for a whopping $3 million! Downtown Inc will participate again, raising money for annual flower plantings throughout Downtown York.

Olde York Street Fair 5/12 | 12:30 p.m.

Downtown York Don’t miss this Mother’s Day tradition in Downtown York. Held rain or shine, the Olde York Street Fair fills Continental Square and the surrounding area with more than 100 vendors offering handmade arts and crafts, plenty of kids’ activities, entertainment and more.

Still need more ideas? For more events in Downtown York and York County, visit York365. com. You’re sure to find something fun.

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5 Reasons to

Go Green in Downtown York Story by: Andrew Staub, Marketing & Communications Director, Downtown Inc Photography Provided by: Downtown Inc

We might be in the dead of winter right now, but soon the sun will be shining, birds will be chirping and flowers will be blooming. And, like everything else we look forward to about spring, Go Green in the City will return on Saturday, April 20.

The family-friendly street festival promotes green and healthy living, and it offers a great chance to usher in the spring season. Discover the following five reasons to visit Downtown York during Go Green.

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First, it’s a festival!

Downtown Inc packs a ton of awesome fun onto Beaver Street and the surrounding area. Browse vendors that offer products promoting clean and sustainability living, jam out to live music and enjoy a bite to eat from food trucks. There’s plenty for everyone of all ages to enjoy.

It’s a Market Day Saturday is a Market Day — and if you’ve been to Central Market, you know that means great things. Wander through the social hub of the city and browse for items from more than 60 vendors. Grab a bite to eat and find a cool gift to take home with you.

Spring is awesome in Downtown York If the weather and temperatures all work out, the Bradford pear trees will bloom on Market Street just around Go Green, making it a beautiful time to check out Downtown York.

Grab your camera and take some awesome shots before heading to the festival. The pear blossoms don’t last long, so take advantage of Beaver Street is hopping With its cute boutiques, Beaver Street is a fun their beauty! place to visit any time of the year. But during Go Green, we shut down the street and drop You can go green to Go Green a festival in the middle of Downtown York’s The York County Heritage Rail Trail runs shopping district. You can browse the merch through Downtown York. Hop on your bike at the festival, then pop into Sunrise Soap to or lace up your hiking boots or sneakers make your own all-natural soap products, shop and take a ride or a walk to Go Green. You’ll your heart out at My Girlfriend’s Wardrobe be doing your part to promote green living and find an amazing piece of jewelry at The while enjoying one of York County’s most Watchmaker’s Daughter, plus so much more. beautiful parks.

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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 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

York County History Center 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 39 W. Market St. / 717-467-3556

MUSEUMS

yorkcitypretzelcompany.com

Agricultural & Industrial Museum

yorkrevolution.com

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

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

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

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

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FROM DRAB TO FAB MOLLY YORK TAKES SHABBY FURNITURE AND TRANSFORMS IT INTO WORKS OF ART — AND SHE SAYS YOU CAN, TOO.

Story by: Andrew Staub, Marketing & Communications Director, Downtown Inc Photography by: Austin Gingerich

Every piece of furniture found in Molly’s Follies has its own story and its own look.

Owner Molly York “upcycles” old pieces of furniture into one-of-a-kind items that can become statement pieces everywhere, from rustic farmhouses to college dorm rooms. For Molly, it’s all about helping her customers find pieces that fit their personality.

“You want your house to have little pieces of yourself all over,” Molly said. “With our pieces, you really do get that because everything is one of a kind. I might make something similar, but it’s not going to be that exact thing. People are really getting personalized things that nobody else will ever have.”

Now Downtown York’s upcycler extraordinaire is sharing her expertise about how you can take everyday items from drab to fab yourself with a little effort and the right attitude.

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WHAT’S DRAB: AN OLD RADIO CABINET WHAT’S FAB: AN UPCYCLED BAR An unused radio cabinet can quickly change into a bar that will have your guests talking. The cabinets tend to have storage spaces that can house tumblers, barware and bottles. If you don’t want a bar, make the cabinet into a crafting area or TV console.

Molly Says: “Radio cabinets are fairly easy to come by. It’s one of those pieces where you can pick it up at an auction or an estate sale, and with a little bit of time and effort, you can get a really cool piece out of it.”

DRAB: YOUR GRANDMA’S OAK BUFFET FAB: A VINTAGE-CHIC BUFFET When it comes to furniture, a heavy oak buffet screams “antique.” But by updating the hardware and painting the buffet a neutral black, cream or gray, the piece suddenly feels modern while maintaining its vintage appeal. It still won’t be a fit for someone with a super modern style, but it’s easy to envision it in a rustic farmhouse. Finding one with a foxed mirror — like the one in Molly’s Follies — gives the piece extra charm that comes with something old.

Molly Says: “You don’t have to use it as a buffet. I’ve had customers that use them as TV stands, and they can stand in as dressers in guest rooms and things like that because they have a lot of drawers.”

DRAB: A DATED WARDROBE FAB: A STYLISH STORAGE UNIT A mid-century waterfall-style wardrobe probably isn’t something you’d find in a college student’s apartment, but with a little bit of imagination, a wardrobe can be transformed into fun pieces. Molly has one in her store that has been given new life with light blue paint, wallpaper and new hardware. She said it can be used to store anything from clothing to Tupperware. Really, what college student or young professional doesn’t need extra storage in whatever cramped space they’re calling home?

Molly Says: “It’s not something that most young people would think to put in their houses, but by taking it, painting it and creating these papered fronts, it really updates it.”

DRAB: A PLAIN MAHOGANY CHEST FAB: A CHEST WITH FLAIR A 1920s-style chest of drawers can be turned into a oneof-a-kind piece that tells your own story. An upcycled version in the store has been transformed with a glossy black paint job and the addition of map-themed paper that adds an unexpected splash of brightness to the chest. Turn legs make it easy to move between rooms.

Molly Says: “Map [paper] is always popular. If you’re a traveler or looking for an old-world flair, that’s a great way to get it.”

DRAB: AN OLD SEWING MACHINE BASE FAB: A VERSATILE CRAFTING TABLE Savvy upcyclers can turn an old sewing machine base found at a yard sale down the street into a beautiful project table worth showing off. Adding a wooden or marble top can help make this type of table fit into any décor. Some have tops that fold out to create additional space — if you can find one with a working treadle, well, that’s even cooler.

Molly Says: “These are pretty popular with our customers.

It’s a fun way to take an old piece that could be perceived as outdated — who sews like that anymore? — make it fun and new, and make it something that is shabby chic.”

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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

RETURNS Photography by: York Flea

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.

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 LOOKING FOR SOMETHING ONE OF A KIND?

YOU’LL FIND IT AT THE YORK FLEA. One of Downtown York’s coolest shopping series, the York Flea returns from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., on May 4, with the Spring Flea at Collusion Tap Works in the Royal Square District. The Spring Flea will feature goods from artisans and crafters, fitting for a city defined by its maker’s spirit.

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.

Plus, don’t miss the York Flea’s Summer Series and special appearances in the First Friday Night Market at The Parliament. Visit YorkFlea.com for more information.

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

Making a Difference for More Than a Century A Q&A with Bryan Tate, President of the Rotary Club of York Story by: Andrew Staub, Marketing & Communications Director, Downtown Inc Photography by: Austin Gingerich

In 1916, as World War I ravaged Europe, Woodrow Wilson sought re-election and John D. Rockefeller was just becoming Earth’s first billionaire, a York businessman named Morgan Gipe founded the Rotary Club of York and drew 27 members to the charter meeting.

Fast forward 103 years, and the Rotary Club of York is the largest in Pennsylvania and the 25th largest in the world with 330 plus members. It not only has a big roster, but also has a big impact, taking on philanthropic projects benefiting city youth, education, the environment and more.

Downtown York Magazine caught up with current Rotary President Bryan Tate, the first city resident to lead the organization in about 40 years, on a recent rainy day to learn more about the club that’s been making a difference for more than a century.

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You’re a Downtown Yorker leading more than 300 of York’s best and brightest. That gives you an incredible viewpoint of York. From your perspective, what makes York special?

York is a special place because it truly wants its people to succeed. York’s leaders, Rotarians, have a real interest in encouraging others to get involved and be a part of making York great. So we’re 335 Yorkers who want other Yorkers to join us to invest time, energy and resources into making York great and keeping York great.

Where do you see Downtown York heading in the next 10 years?

York is on a tremendous upswing. It’s going through waves of revitalization, and right now there are so many projects catapulting us forward that it’s going to take all of us to keep the momentum going. So, in 10 years, I see a ripple effect that would continue through to the neighborhoods of York City, the metro York region and through all the town centers across the county. That is really exciting that we’ll have this vibrant epicenter that spreads out through the surrounding area and the smaller towns across the county. All of York is on the rise.

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Each week, you’re in the room with the movers, shakers and risk takers leading this community (yourself included). What’s the experience like?

It’s an incredible vibe. When you walk into the room, every Rotarian engages with you, and that’s really special because people actually take the time to stop and talk and get caught up. So these Rotarians aren’t just movers and shakers of York; they’re a family. Think about the 335 people who really care about each other, how each person is doing and how each one is advancing this community. What’s so incredible about York Rotarians is that because we’re the 25th largest Rotary Club in the world, we’re movers and shakers around the globe also.

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With all that Rotary does for the community, we’d say you’re a spry 103. How do you keep the club’s energy and momentum going?

There are a lot of different ways that we keep our members engaged. Our weekly programs are stellar. That is a hallmark of what our club does. Bringing together all of those folks each week, we have to keep them interested with speakers like Ken Ludwig, a Yorker who is an acclaimed award-winning playwright. His shows are on Broadway, in London and all around the world. Here is a York native who wants to come back and talk to our club and remind us that his father was a member and that our club sponsored him on an exchange program when he was young.

How else do you stay nimble and fresh over such a long period of time?

We have a strategic plan committee that is keeping us on top of how we stay relevant. There are four areas we’re focusing on. One is financial sustainability, ensuring we have the resources to continue when you see other service organizations shrinking. Another area is marketing, so we have an opportunity to tell our story and to let people know what we’re doing in the community. We have a focus on our committee structure so that we are actively engaging members of our Rotary Club so that it’s not just coming to a Wednesday meeting, but doing substantive work for downtown, for the city and for the larger community.

We’re also focusing on membership and ensuring that we’re growing and that we’re growing in a diverse direction. We’re showing young people in our community that this isn’t just grandfathers who are part of the Rotary Club of York, but it’s young professional women in our community, people of color and people of all orientations coming together and being part of something truly wonderful.

A Legacy of Service

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Before The Yorktowne Hotel closed for renovations, Rotary had met there since 1925. So, we gotta know, will Rotary be returning downtown to The Yorktowne when it reopens?

If you ask any Rotarian in our club, they’re going to say we want to end up back at The Yorktowne. We have been actively participating in conversations with the York City Industrial Development Authority because we definitely want to return to our home. We hope that is something that we can work together to make happen, and while I can’t give you an exact date of when that’ll be, we expect to be there when The Yorktowne reopens.

“York is a special place because it truly wants its people to succeed.”

- Bryan Tate

During its 103 years, the Rotary Club of York has lived up to the mantra of Service Above Self.

Below are some of the ways it has and continues to support York’s growth.

• Chartered a Boy Scout troop in 1923 as the start of helping city youth • Created a clinic for disabled children in 1924 • Raised more than $320,000 from 1987–1988 to help eradicate polio around the world • Planted 600 trees in the city, with a goal of eventually planting 1,000 • Raised $100,000 and partnered with the YMCA to bring Little League back to York

• Joined forces with York-area Rotary Clubs to raise money for York County’s first drug-detection dog in 2018 • Sends high school students to the Rotary Leadership Conference at Messiah College • Helps build the York Academy Regional Charter School’s Upper School Library • Endows $2 million to operate an annual $25,000 grant program, annually fund $40,000 in community projects, and provide thousands of dollars in scholarships and loans for student education.

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Closing Thought

What’s your favorite Masquerade Ball memory?

Photography by: Dayan Jimenez

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Know what’s cool? A few months ago, Downtown Inc threw a bash for 400 of our closest friends in a former foundry. With the help of our presenting sponsor, Royal Square Development & Construction, we blew the lid off the place with a live band, an ice sculpture and dancing into the night at the Masquerade Ball.

Check out cool photos from that awesome night, then let us know what your favorite part of the party was!

Send your thoughts to astaub@downtownyorkpa.com. We might even share your Masquerade Ball memories as we tell Downtown York’s story.

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