Harrisburg Magazine November 2019

From Steelton to France, With Love PLUS...

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CONTENTS NOVE M BE R 2019

4 November 2019 • Volume 25 No. 11 PRESIDENT/CEO Darwin Oordt Ext. 1001 doordt@benchmarkmediallc.com

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FROM STEELTON TO FRANCE, WITH LOVE

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ADDRESS NOT ALWAYS WELL-RECIEVED

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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNERS

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THE MANY FACES OF AGING

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GIVING BACK THROUGH ART

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PLAN NOW FOR YOUR FUTURE

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WHY A CUP OF JOE?

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THE BEST COFFEE SHOP IS THE ONE CLOSEST TO YOU

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2019 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

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TEN REASONS TO GIVE A GIFT CARD THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

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EVENTS

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TASTES OF DISTINCTION

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from

Steelton to France, S

with Love

By Diane White McNaughton Photos Courtsey of Stephanie Trdenic

eventy-five years ago, a black-and-white photograph of an 11-year-old French girl and a 27-year-old American soldier ran in a military newspaper called “The Beachhead” and went the equivalent of viral.

Taken along the charming, rain-soaked streets of Luxeuil, France, the snapshot captures a young girl in a hooded cape handing a uniformed American a bottle of wine. Headlined “The Liberator,” that newspaper did not name the soldier, but came to personify every soldier who united to vanquish Nazi Germany’s advance into France as World War II raged.

The poignant photograph came to symbolize France’s gratitude to American soldiers for their liberation after four painfully long years of Nazi occupation.

The iconic photograph became the shot seen ‘round the world. It was reprinted in a 36th Infantry book, showcased in a Texas museum, depicted in a painting, and published in newspapers both here and in France.

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What few people realize is that the soldier, wearing an Army helmet and rain slicker, was an all-star athlete from Steelton named Joe Trdenic. The little girl, whose name was long a mystery to the Trdenics, was Therese Grenier, who grew up to be a beloved schoolteacher in France.

While Joe passed away in 1984, and Therese in 2012, the Trdenic family knew of the famed moment in time and set about in search of the little French girl.

And in September of 2019, that reunion took place. The daughter of that French girl met the daughter of that soldier, cementing an emotional bond that had endured for decades, and continues to flourish.

They recreated that sentimental exchange, on the exact same spot where the gift-offering occurred, before that distinctive wrought-iron fence and along those characteristic cobblestone streets. This time, the sun was shining brightly and streamed golden rays of light.

The reunion reminded onlookers of the sheer jubilation that swept

through Paris and other French enclaves when the red, white and blue flag of France replaced the swastika flag that had flown atop the Eiffel Tower from August 1940 to 1944. The bells of Notre Dame tolled in celebration, and the French struggled to grab the hands and arms of their American liberators as they marched through the streets, the voices of the townspeople hoarse from cheering.

One journalist remembered how, “This heart of France went mad— wildly, violently mad with happiness.”

Three-quarters of a century later, France’s whole-hearted embrace of their American liberators endures in that same peaceful countryside and within the hearts of their ancestors.

While Normandy and the D-Day invasion often dominate American memories and history books of World War II, the imprint of so many courageous American soldiers on French soil goes far deeper and wider.

The Search for Little Red Riding Hood

That iconic soldier’s daughter, Stephanie Trdenic, now lives in Mechanicsburg, with her husband Ernest Josef and their teenage son and daughter.

Stephanie and her sisters—Joanne Prowell and Susan Stoudt-- came to dub the little French girl “Little Red Riding Hood.” Throughout their lives, they would often ask each other, “Will we ever find Little Red Riding Hood?”

In 2017, Stephanie set out to solve the mystery of her identity.

With the aid of Google, Facebook, and military historians, she learned her name was Therese Grenier.

Thanks to the world-shrinking power of the Internet, the search met with fast success.

Stephanie Googled “Little girl gives soldier a bottle of wine,” and the image she knew so well emerged immediately on her computer screen. The photo source warmed her heart: the Army War College in Carlisle. It was so close!

She looked on Pinterest as well, and found Adam Surrey’s “ghost” photo with his name on it. Surrey runs the “Ghosts of Time” Facebook page. She messaged him on Facebook to ask how he had obtained the original image, and he gave her the name of Simon Deleyrolle, a historyloving 28-year-old living in France.

Through Surrey, Stephanie also found the 36th Infantry Facebook group page, uniting many people who had loved ones in World War II. Simon and Stephanie began corresponding through Messenger and email for three years.

Another piece of the puzzle came from Lisa Sharik, deputy director of the Texas Military Forces Museum in Austin, Texas, who often posts on the 36th Infantry Facebook page, answering questions about the service records of loved ones.

In the French town where the photo was taken, they call their American liberators their “Texas friends.” Most were from Texas and Oklahoma.

When Stephanie was added to the Facebook group, she introduced herself in a post with her dad’s photo.

Sharik almost immediately responded that the photograph was displayed in her Texas museum, and told her about a painting based on the photo that was done as well.

Stephanie and her sister Susan traveled to Texas in April 2018 and received that painting, which she plans to matte and frame.

And it was Sharik who sent her an email with the subject line “The name of the little girl.” She had found it in her files. At long last, they had a name!

The March to Luxeuil

It had been a long road to freedom for France. The war was raging and German tanks were storming through Europe when Technical Sergeant Trdenic and his 36th Infantry Division landed in Italy and moved slowly up through southern France. At one point, Joe was wounded in battle, sustaining shell fragments to his head.

An article in Steelton’s newspaper detailed his injury in battle, quoting a letter he penned to his mother, which said, reassuringly, that “My helmet took most of it.”

The Army marched through many French towns and then crossed the Moselle River to reach the Vosges Mountains, Stephanie recounted.

Many German soldiers hid themselves strategically in the foothills, confronting the 36th with enemy fire. The fighting was tough and tortuously slow.

The Reunion

While time stood still in that photograph, it came to life early this fall, when Stephanie and her husband traveled to that wrought-iron fence and cobblestone street of France to meet “Little Red Riding Hood’s” daughter, Dominique Frery. With hugs, tears, flowers and gifts, they cemented a bond that had never been broken.

Stephanie and her husband were hosted by Simon Deleyrolle, that young French history-lover who was the “catalyst” for this emotional reunion.

“He didn’t know us at all, but by the time we went, he felt like family,” Stephanie said.

Simon and his family planned surprise after surprise for Stephanie and her husband as they traveled to the spot of that famed photograph.

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“Standing on that spot and standing in his footsteps, I felt so close to him in that moment.”

And the gratitude to the “Texas Army” has not waned after 75 years. It was truly a Photo By Danielle Debley mission of “Merci.”

“They kept saying, ‘Thank you for coming “I feel like Simon is so back.’ ‘Thank you for coming to us.’ It was attached to my dad, even such an honor for me,” Stephanie said. though he never met They told her how much they loved Americans. “We know what your him. I told Simon my military did for us,” they said, time after time. father would have been In another surprise, the Deleyrolle family erected a memorial to the proud to have a son like 36th Infantry on their own private property in Breurey-les-Faverney. him,” Stephanie said.

It was designed and built by the Deleyrolle family, with help from Although they were friends and neighbors. One photograph of the construction showed total strangers, Simon’s Simon’s 85-year-old grandfather digging the hole for the base. parents and aunt opened “That was incredible,” Stephanie said. “They have so much sense of their home to the history.”

Americans, and hosted picnics, brunches, parties, and reunions for But that reunion from that iconic photograph was the highlight of Stephanie. They hung American flags and painstakingly arranged the the trip.

Dominique-Stephanie meeting, as a way to repay her dad and every Stephanie and Dominique met on Sept. 16, Luxeuil’s day of liberation American, through her. and celebration.

Stephanie and Ernest’s trip began in Paris. It was Stephanie’s first Simon had hung a banner of that legendary photograph on the black trip to the City of Light, which she found to be “lovely,” and virtually wrought-iron fence. untouched by time. Still, she and her husband found that it couldn’t Despite the language barrier, communication was instantaneous compare to the warm embrace of every liberated French village they and intuitive. Dominique brought Stephanie flowers and gifts. toured.

Dominique spoke some English, with Stephanie understanding the Deleyrolle took them by Jeep over the tree-lined streets her dad had words, “Your father and my mother” in French. Hugs communicated marched through 75 years ago. Frenchmen and women, recognizing their happiness. that those Jeeps contained Americans, would wave in appreciation. As In that moment, Stephanie was overwhelmed with the surreal they passed through one town, the mayor emerged from his house in realization that “My dad was here. He was right here, on this spot.” his official red, white and blue sash to greet Stephanie and thank her “Standing on that spot and standing in his footsteps, I felt so close for her father’s part in their liberation. to him in that moment.”

Traveling in that Jeep was like pushing the levers on a time machine.

She decided to just sit on the pavement. She still wears his dog tags Stephanie and her husband were able to take part in several local on her left wrist and knew that he too had worn his dog tags here. She ceremonies that occur every year as each French town celebrates blocked everybody out and told her dad, “I’m here. I’m really proud of their day of liberation at the hands of their American rescuers. These you, and hope you are here, too.” war dead have become their own sons, and the towns won’t let their Miraculously, the sun arced through the sky in a photograph taken memories die. over the site that day.

At each liberation ceremony, townspeople lay flowers by the Her husband said, “Look, your dad sent a sunbeam.” monuments they have erected, sing the “Star Spangled Banner,” and “It was very surreal. I’ve known of the photo all my life,” Stephanie let the tears fall like rain. said. “Meeting her was the culmination of a lot of other discoveries While some of the fallen American soldiers were sent home to the about my dad and his service.”

U.S. to find their final resting place, many remained on French soil. At She touched the gate there. the nearby Epinal American Cemetery, 5,255 “It was so many years since I was able to touch my dad, and now I United States soldiers are buried. All are buried facing their had something tangible to hang on to,” Stephanie said.

American “home.”

“Hugging Dominique was like touching my dad,” Stephanie said. “I In the French town of Vesoul, a monument to the casualties of the felt like I was touching my dad for the first time since I was 17.”

36th Infantry has been erected.

Stephanie’s husband Ernest never met her dad, but he often seems to Stephanie’s group came upon many memorials, including a know him, offering “Your dad would say…” or “Your dad was probably farmhouse plaque that said, “We will never forget our Texas friends.” really honored and really embarrassed.”

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On the day of the reunion, they took photos at Dominique’s mother’s former house, visited the cemetery to place flowers on her mom’s grave, and then traveled to a little café where Dominique’s mom had been a regular. The local newspaper in Vesoul ran a photograph of them and recounted their emotional bond.

Remembering Dad

Before he died, Stephanie never really had a chance to talk to her father about that legendary picture. Like most young girls, she had read “The Diary of Anne Frank” but never understood the complex world dynamics igniting World War II. She remembered her mother telling him he should have saved the wine he was given.

“It was wartime!” he said. “We drank it!”

Joe died six days before Stephanie graduated from high school. She was 17.

Joe graduated from Concord College in West Virginia in 1941 with a degree in physical education, with the goal to coach athletics. He went on to become a steelworker at Bethlehem Steel.

He came home from war with a Bronze Star and Silver Star. He rarely talked about the war, and when he did, it was with great humility.

“I didn’t do anything any of the other guys didn’t do,” he would say.

He never made himself out to be a hero.

Every Veterans Day, Stephanie honors his memory by attending a ceremony somewhere local.

Her dad now rests in peace beneath the plush green grasses of Resurrection Cemetery in Harrisburg.

Whenever she sees someone in uniform, or wearing a wartime baseball cap, she thanks him or her for their service.

And yes, she will return to France.

“I will go back to where our dad was, where I feel like they know him and they know me.”

Her tour guide Simon got married over the October 5 weekend. Next year, Stephanie plans to attend his post-wedding bash on July 11, 2020. She treasures his wedding invitation, written in elegant French scroll.

She will celebrate the love evident in his marriage, just as they celebrate the love between two strong allies in battle. Both bonds promise to endure forever. 7

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Lincoln’s Memorable Address Not Always Well-Received

By Jacqueline G. Goodwin, Ed.D.

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our score and seven years ago. . .” There’s probably no American his present position by virtue of this Constitution, and is sworn to the who cannot identify these first six words of President Abraham maintenance and enforcement of these provisions," the paper stated.

Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, now considered to be an oratorical "It was to uphold this Constitution, and the Union created by it, that masterpiece. But when it was given, many criticized the speech as our officers and soldiers gave their lives at Gettysburg. How dared he, being, at the very least, too political. then, standing on their graves, misstate the cause for which they died, As we all know, President Lincoln, a Republican, delivered his and libel the statesmen who founded the government? They were men remarks to consecrate the site of the battleground turned national possessing too much self-respect to declare that negroes were their cemetery in Gettysburg before thousands who had congregated to equals, or were entitled to equal privileges,” the Chicago Times wrote. witness the solemn and impressive event.

Even Lincoln's hometown newspaper, the Illinois State Register, was Newspapers across the country and the nation immediately critiqued especially savage in its criticism of the speech.

Lincoln’s speech which was 10 sentences in length and totaled 272 "Nothing could have been more inappropriate than to have invited words. Some newspapers praised the speech while others dissed it. the prince of jokers, Old Abe, to be present at the consecration of the Reaction to the speech was either worshipful or scornful, depending Gettysburg Cemetery," the Register wrote. "No wonder then that at on one’s party affiliation. The Republicans were the party of Lincoln, Gettysburg, where thousands had congregated to witness the solemn while the Democrats were the more or less loyal opposition (though and impressive consecration of a national grave yard, he should appear their loyalty was often questioned). before a crowd with no other object than to create 'laughter.'"

It wasn’t just the Democrats. Here’s what the Times of London: wrote: The following day, the Register parroted the Chicago Times' criticism “The ceremony was rendered ludicrous by some of the sallies of that of the speech for its reference to all men being created equal. When "he poor President Lincoln.” uttered the words he knew he was falsifying history, and enunciating In the South, naturally, Lincoln was vilified as a bloodthirsty tyrant. an exploded political humbug," the paper stated.

But his opponents in the North could be almost as harsh. For years, Significantly, the Chicago Tribune, always friendly to Lincoln, overlooked much of the Democratic press had portrayed him as an inept, awkward, the president's 272 words of remarks at Gettysburg and focused on nearly illiterate bumpkin who surrounded himself with sycophants and Edward Everett's two-hour speech. "It is in the best style and vein of the responded to crises with pointless, long-winded jokes. Many routinely 'model orator,' and will well repay perusal," the Tribune stated. referred to Lincoln as “the jester.”

Even the Harrisburg newspaper of the day, the Daily Patriot and The Chicago Times, pro-Democratic and anti-Lincoln, accused the President Union, now the Patriot-News, chimed in with criticisms of its own. Editor of "ignorant rudeness," "boorishness" and Oramel Barrett wrote, “We pass over the silly "vulgarity" for including "political partisanship" in remarks of the President. For the credit of the his Gettysburg speech. nation, we are willing that the veil of oblivion “The cheek of every American must tingle shall be dropped over them and that they shall "The cheek of every with shame as he reads the silly flat dishwatery no more be repeated or thought of.”

American must tingle utterances of a man who has to be pointed out The Illinois State Journal, also published in to intelligent foreigners as the President of the Springfield, Illinois, was more kind to Lincoln, with shame as he reads United States,” the Chicago Times wrote. reporting that after his Gettysburg address the silly flat dishwatery The paper was especially upset about his there followed "immense applause, and three utterances of a man who statement that "all men are created equal," cheers given for him, and also three cheers for and cited the three-fifths rule, contained in the governors of the states" at the site. has to be pointed out to the Constitution, for counting slaves.

But it was the Springfield (Massachusetts) intelligent foreigners as "Do these provisions in the Constitution Republican's editorial that reflected today's the President of the dedicate the nation to 'the proposition that all view of Lincoln's address. It said that his United States" men are created equal?' Mr. Lincoln occupies "little speech is a perfect gem; deep in feeling, 8 HARRISBURG MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2019

compact in thought and expression, and tasteful and elegant in every word and comma.

Then it has the merit of unexpectedness in its verbal perfection and beauty. . . . Turn back and read it over, it will repay study as a model speech. Strong feelings and a large brain are its parents."

In 2013, the Patriot-News announced that it regretted the error of its predecessor and on the eve of the speech’s 150th anniversary, retracted the dismissive editorial stating that it should have recognized the greatness of President Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address at the time it was delivered.

The paper stated that it regretted the error of not seeing the speech’s "momentous importance, timeless eloquence and lasting significance.

"By today's words alone, we cannot exalt, we cannot hallow, we cannot venerate this sacred text, for a grateful nation long ago came to view those words with reverence, without guidance from this chagrined member of the mainstream media," the paper wrote, echoing the words of the speech. The editors mused that their predecessors had likely been “under the influence of partisanship, or of strong drink.” The newspaper ended its announcement in time-honored fashion: “The Patriot-News regrets the error.”

While some people think that President Lincoln took little time to prepare the speech for November 19, 1863, an assumption based on decades of rumors and folklore, others believe that Lincoln wrote the speech on the back of an envelope.

This is perhaps the biggest myth about the Gettysburg Address. Lincoln started working on his remarks shortly after the battle was fought in July 1863, according to Lincoln experts. Several drafts of the speech also exist that were written before November 19, 1863.

In addition, the President did not write the Gettysburg Address on the train ride from Washington to Gettysburg, another big myth that is easy to debunk. The draft copies of the speech are in Lincoln’s normal, steady handwriting. Historians state that given the bumpy nature of train travel in 1863, at least one of the drafts would have uneven handwriting. What is known is that Lincoln didn’t have a final version of the speech done until he arrived in Gettysburg.

Most significantly what is not a myth is that the Gettysburg Address was appreciated by Edward Everett who recognized the genius of the speech of which he wrote in a note to the President afterward. “I should be glad, if I could flatter myself that I came as near to the central idea of the occasion, in two hours, as you did in two minutes,” stated Everett who obviously knew a great speech when he heard it. 7

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INTRODUCING...

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Harrisburg Magazine is excited to announce its “Lifetime Achievement” Awards to those businesses in central Pennsylvania who have consistently provided continuous, extraordinary, and exemplary service to our readers during the last decade. Selected by our readers, this is our way of honoring and recognizing the outstanding achievements made.

At Harrisburg Magazine, we believe in rewarding excellence and we think there is something to be said for a business that consistently makes it to the top of the list for Simply the Best year after year. And so, we’d like to introduce our new Lifetime Achievement Awards. We currently have three: DIAMOND: A business who has received either Simply the Best or Reader’s Choice 10 HARRISBURG MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2019

in any category for 10 years between 2010 and 2019.

PLATINUM: A business who has received either Simply the Best or Reader’s Choice in any category for 8 or 9 years between 2010 and 2019.

GOLD: A business who has received either Simply the Best or Reader’s Choice in any category for 5 to 7 years between 2010 and 2019.

We will be featuring businesses that have achieved these levels in our October, November, and December issues. Last month, we featured Home, Auto and Leisure which includes auto, charities, home improvement, personal services, pets, radio and media, recreation and shopping businesses.

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This month, we are recognizing businesses in the areas of food and drink. And then in December, we will be recognizing the areas of medical and professional which includes dental, medical, legal, financial and event businesses.

Unlike Simply the Best, Lifetime Achievement Awards are not awarded for a specific category but are designed to recognize the business as a whole. They are designed to recognize a business for continually being at the top of their field.

When you need aproduct or service, look for the Lifetime Achievement Award logo. Because when you see a Lifetime Achievement Award logo displayed, you'll know that the business has deomonstrasted the very best in product quality, customer service, and professionalism.

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The Pizza Grille 3817 Gettysburg Rd, Camp Hill

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Breski Beverage Distributors 1170 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg

Hamilton Restaurant 55 W High St, Carlisle

Glenn Miller's Beer & Soda Warehouse 1029 Market St, Lemoyne

Market Cross Pub & Brewery (717) 258-1234 • www.marketcrosspub. com 113 N Hanover St, Carlisle

Nissley Vineyards 140 Vintage Dr, Bainbridge Spring Gate Vineyard & Brewery 5790 Devonshire Rd, Harrisburg The Vineyard at Hershey 598 Schoolhouse Rd, Middletown Troegs Independent Brewing 200 East Hershey Park Drive, Hershey Westy's Beer Distributor 420 St Johns Rd, Camp Hill

Middlesex Diner 1803 Harrisburg Pike, Carlisle

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Fiesta Mexico 3957 Paxton St, Harrisburg Front Street Diner 4003 N Front St, Harrisburg Gabriella Italian Restaurant 3907 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg Gilligans Bar & Grill 987 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg Glass Lounge Restaurant 4745 N Front St, Harrisburg Harbour House Crabs 1170 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar (717) 545-4028 www.harvestseasonalgrill.com 2625 Brindle Drive Harrisburg, PA Home 231 231 North St, Harrisburg Hong Kong Ruby 2308 Patton Rd, Harrisburg

Bagel Lovers Cafe 2237 Paxton Church Rd, Harrisburg

Isaac's Restaurant & Catering Four Locations in the Harrisburg Area www.isaacsrestaurants.com

Bangkok 56 1917 Paxton St, Harrisburg

Jimmy the Hot Dog King 2915 N 7th St, Harrisburg

Bricco 31 S 3rd St, Harrisburg

Level 2 215 N 2nd St, Harrisburg

Cafe Fresco Center City 215 N 2nd St, #1, Harrisburg

Mangia Qui 272 North St, Harrisburg

Capitol Diner 800 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg

McGrath's Pub 202 Locust St, Harrisburg

Char's at Tracy Mansion 1829 N Front St, Harrisburg

Mikado Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar 408 N Mountain Rd, Harrisburg

El Sol Mexican Restaurant 18 S 3rd St, Harrisburg Federal Taphouse 234 N 2nd St, Harrisburg

Millworks 340 Verbeke St, Harrisburg Miso Sushi and Grill 4620 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg HARRISBURG MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2019 11

Mr Deli & Mrs Too! 2023 Linglestown Rd, Harrisburg Olive Garden 5102 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg Outback Steakhouse Harrisburg, PA

Neato Burrito 1200 Market St, Lemoyne

FOOD & DRINK - MECHANICSBURG Arooga's Grille & Sports Bar 4713 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg

Passage To India 520 Race St, Harrisburg

Bangkok Wok (717) 795-7292 125 Gateway Dr, Mechanicsburg

Progress Grill 3526 Walnut St, Harrisburg

Black n Bleu Restaurant 6108 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg

Simply Turkey & More 4455 N Front St, Harrisburg

Carrabba's Italian Grill 5250 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg

St. Thomas Roasters 5951 Linglestown Rd, Harrisburg

Chalit's Thai Bistro 5517 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg

Stallions 706 N 3rd St, Harrisburg

Diener's Restaurant 135 W Main St, Mechanicsburg

Ted's Bar & Grill (717) 652-3832 www.tedsbarandgrill.com 7300 Allentown Blvd, Harrisburg, PA

Dukes Bar & Grille 5302 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg

Texas Roadhouse 3529 Union Deposit Rd, Harrisburg The Jackson House 1004 N 6th St, Harrisburg The Sandwich Man Harrisburg, PA

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FOOD & DRINK -LEMOYNE Dockside Willies 449 S Front St, Lemoyne Ho Wah Restaurant 732 Market St, Lemoyne

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FOOD & DRINK - MIDDLETOWN Alfred's Victorian 38 N Union St, Middletown Brownstone Cafe 1 N Union St, Middletown

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SWEET TREATS Sweet Confections Cakes 4702 Fritchey St, Harrisburg The Couture Cakery 829 State St, Lemoyne The Pennsylvania Bakery 1713 Market St, Camp Hill Zimmerman's Nuts & Candies 2701 Elm St, Harrisburg 7

The Many Faces of Aging

By Jacqueline G. Goodwin, Ed.D.

The Spectrum of Care

Many adults face the question of moving into a retirement community or welcoming in-home care at a certain point in the aging process.

No longer staid and boring, retirement homes offer dynamic options for seniors. Retirement communities are continually improving by keeping seniors active with mental and physical exercises while intertwining independent living and hand-on care. It sure isn’t rocking chairs and bingo as the industry meets a younger, more active senior.

However, sometimes people get the idea that moving to a retirement community would be giving up something. In actuality, living un a retirement community can be a step up to age in place where you’re totally independent and unconfined.

Deciding to buy or rent a home in an age-restricted community is a major step toward achieving the new lifestyle you want. That's why it's important to consider a variety of factors that may influence your decision. The more you know ahead of time, the more likely it is that you'll actually be able to experience the kind of life you're after. So, for example, ask yourself questions like: • What's my budget? These days, it's fairly easy to find homes in retirement communities that can match almost anyone's budget. But it's vital to have a good handle on exactly what you can afford. When you explore the potential costs, remember to consider any additional expenses such as yearly or monthly resident fees. Some of the most luxurious communities also have equity memberships, which are ownership stakes that require an extra financial investment. And don't forget to consider how much you're likely to pay in local taxes.

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governs what's allowed and disallowed. It's there to help ensure that home values are maintained and that residents stay safe and socially engaged. As part of that role, it will implement and enforce various restrictions. So it's wise to find out exactly what those restrictions are before moving in.

• What are my potential neighbors like? Your future social life is too vital to overlook. You'll probably want to feel welcomed and comfortable with being yourself. So try to get a sense of the general vibe and personalities of residents in the community. Do you think your own perspective on life will be at home there? Talk with some current residents and find out.

Also, remember that more and more niche communities are popping up. For example, it's now possible to find LGBT-friendly communities as well as places for self-described hippies.

• Am I ready to live in a different climate? If you're thinking about moving far away from your current home, then it's important to know what it will really be like to live in your new location. Weather is a big part of that, especially if you'll be a year-round resident. If you can, spend some time acclimating to the climate. Rent for a little while before buying property. Make sure you're OK with how each season feels. Sometimes, people only visit a region during its peak tourist season, so they don't get the benefit of seeing how things may change over the course of an entire year.

• Does the community offer activities that you care about? One of the main points of moving into a retirement community is that you'll get to enjoy more of the things you like doing. So make sure that any community you're considering offers the activities you want to partake in. And find out how often recreational facilities are open for general use versus for organized classes or activities.

• How far will I have to go for medical care? The answer may be very

different for every community you look at.

In some large communities, certain on-site health care services might be available. In others, medical facilities may be as little as five minutes or up to 45 minutes away. But if you're considering a 55+ community in a remote region, then you may want to find out if it has a designated area for supporting emergency medical airlifts.

Beyond the factors above, your decision may just come down to how a particular retirement community makes you feel. Can you imagine being happy there? Does it truly represent an opportunity to start thriving in the way that you've been looking forward to? You deserve to make those lifestyle goals happen.

Aging in Place

“Aging in Place,� an industry buzzword that describes just that is another option seniors need to consider before opting to live in a retirement community. Check to see if the retirement community you are considering offers independent housing, apartments, long-and short-term nursing care and hospice services. If you choose this option you can come in at an independent state and receive more help as you age, without having to move from your original home in the community.

For those seniors who want to remain in their private residences, a spectrum of services is offered by many organizations in the Harrisburg area, including Home Instead, Bayada Home Health Care, Affilia Home Health, Homeland Homehealth, and Central Penn Nursing Care, Inc. From light housekeeping and medication management to assistance in daily living, home health care offers aging adults the familiarity of home with varying levels of assistance.

And if you need medical supplies and/ or medical equipment while at home, eHomeHealthCare offers top leading brands at affordable prices.

Regardless of where you live, hospice and palliative care provide highly personalized services, including companionship and skilled nursing. With palliative care doctors can provide treatment to seriously ill patients in the hopes of a cure for as long as possible.

These patients may also receive medical care for their symptoms, or palliative care, along with curative treatment. Like palliative care, hospice provides comprehensive comfort care as well as support for the family, but, in hospice, attempts to cure the person's illness are stopped. Hospice is provided for a person with a terminal illness whose doctor believes he or she has six months or less to live if the illness runs its natural course.

Hospice is an approach to care, so it is not tied to a specific place. It can be offered in two types of settings—at home or in a facility such as a nursing home, hospital, or even in a separate hospice center.

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Homeland at Home brings quality care and support to patients in the comfort of their own homes. Services include compassionate endof-life hospice care by Homeland Hospice. Likewise, Hospice of Central Pennsylvania provides care in a place that seniors call “home.” That may be in an actual residence, an assisted living or skilled nursing facility, or in Hospice of Central Pennsylvania’s personal care home called Carolyn’s House.

Elder Abuse

Each day, millions of older people in America and around the world are negatively impacted by elder abuse. It's an ugly problem that needs to be better understood and taken more seriously by everyone, in every community. Nobody deserves to be neglected, exploited, or abused from facilities, caregivers or relatives. Unfortunately, the warning signs of abuse are often missed, ignored, or rationalized away—even by well-meaning people. In fact, it's likely that most cases of elder mistreatment go unreported, which means that Adult Protective Services, law enforcement agencies, and other relevant authorities often don't get the chance to intervene on behalf of seniors who need help. As a result, countless older adults experience a poorer quality of life and worse health outcomes than they otherwise would.

If you’re worried about a relative, the National Institute on Aging says to look for symptoms of abuse such as confusion, depression, unexplained bruise or burns. Increasing social isolation, bed sores and an unclean appearance are also red flags.

If you think people are taking advantage of your senior loved one, call the county department of human services, the Statewide Senior Abuse Hotline at 1-800-490-8505 or the local police.

Power of Attorney for a Parent

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attorney (POA) for a parent who is sick, disabled, or experiencing mental decline. But even if your parent is in good health right now, it's wise to plan ahead for potential challenges. You simply never know when an injury or illness may take away your mom or dad's capacity to manage finances or make important decisions about medical care. In fact, the best time to start considering power of attorney is before a parent requires any caregiving.

Broadly speaking, you get power of attorney for a parent by having him or her name you as the agent in a POA document that he or she has signed while sound of mind. However, the process is rarely as simple as it seems, especially when it comes to ensuring that your power of attorney will be recognized by third parties. Things can also become more complicated if you're trying to get power of attorney for a sick parent who is already suffering from dementia or another terminal illness or incurable condition that affects his or her ability to communicate or make reasoned decisions.

“The ability of a Power of Attorney can be broad or very focused depending on the need and can be tailored to one’s comfort level,” says Jason R. Carpenter, Esquire, of the Law Office of Jason R. Carpenter.

“A proper estate plan, including a Durable Power of Attorney, allows trusted loved ones the power necessary to help you when you are in your weakest state,” adds Carpenter who also specializes in elder law. “Most people are shocked when they hear stories of other people having trouble doing simple everyday things such as paying a cable bill without a durable power of attorney. Without a one it can be a battle or even impossible.”

According to Carpenter, “Elder law is more about nursing home placement and avoiding people losing assets to skilled nursing facilities.” 7

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GIVING BACK THROUGH ART Story and Photos By Warren Nast

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n this time of different world views, art can bring us together,” says Dee DeLorenzo, vice president of programs for the Penn’s Woods Painters and an accomplished tole painter.

Every third Saturday of the month, the Penn’s Woods Painters gather at Messiah Lifeways community room for instruction in decorative painting and a potluck lunch.

These aspiring artists are the local affiliate for the Society of Decorative Painters, a group that has over 10,000 members across 50 countries around the globe.

“The art part is awesome. Time seems to standstill when you get engrossed in the painting, your other cares disappear,” says a Betty Lou Zimmerman, a twenty-year plus member of Penns Woods Painters. It’s a wonderful hobby to have for the rest of your life.”

In June, the monthly program was taught by Lois Eckert, a twenty-seven-year charter member who highlighted a Chinoiserie (“shen-waz-a-re”) gold painting. Chinoiserie is decorative art reflecting Chinese qualities or motifs and was popular in Europe in the 18th Century. Eckert instructed the club artists through the steps of applying bronzing powders to acrylic painted surfaces to create a repeating pattern.

“In the morning we had blank canvases and by late afternoon we had finished art to be displayed or sold,” says Eckert. “Penn’s Woods Painters is the place to learn new and old forgotten techniques. It’s a place to develop painting skills and friendships.”

“Every artist thinks they are going to find the perfect paint brush, but one of the things you learn here is there’s no right way to make a fluffy cloud. Some use their fingertips, others paper towels. It is always exciting to see the realization on someone’s face when they didn’t think they could create art, and realize they can make something beautiful,” adds DeLorenzo.

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in the program for numerous years. The program was started by Tara Leigh in 1998 and involves giving hand painted boxes to parents who have lost an infant. One day a year the group paints memory boxes as a group. Throughout the year members paint boxes at their leisure and then donate them to the program for distribution. Once donated, recipients use the boxes to keep mementos of their lost child items such as photos, a baby blanket, clothing, or a birth certificate.

The Penn’s Woods Painters supply memory boxes to Geisinger Holy Spirit, UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg Hospital and Penn State Children’s Hospital. Carol Henry, co-chair of the Memory Box Program says that it is not just local hospitals that have a need for the hand painted boxes, but sometimes there are shortages of the boxes nationwide.

Last year, members shipped 18 memory boxes to Tennessee and Michigan and delivered 36 boxes to local hospitals. In return, the Volunteer Services at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan wrote: “What a wonderful way to help grieving parents retain mementos of their child. These boxes become a comfort to them all. Thank you so much for the labor of love that went into creating each box.”

The group also has given back to the community by painting nurseries, and a completing mural for Seidle Hospital, now closed.

“Creating anything is like therapy. You put everything else away for the time you are creating. It is a great way to spend the afternoon,” says Eileen Belton, a fifteen-year member. “We welcome new members – no matter what their skill level. We very much want to keep the art alive,” says Belton When DeLorenzo was asked to share her best memory of Penn’s Woods Painters she replied, “The fellowship of painting together. Sharing our mistakes and successes and the great belly laughs,” adding, “It also keeps me out of bingo parlors!”

Membership is not required to attend Penn’s Woods Painters meetings. Upcoming programs will feature color theory, landscaping and an instructional visit from national tole painter, Sandy Scales. For more information, visit the group’s website at www.pwp-artist.com. 7

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PLAN NOW FOR YOUR FUTURE

BY JACQUELINE G. GOODWIN, ED.D.

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he last thing most people want to worry about after they The financial advisor is also an educator. Part of the advisor's task is retire is money. In fact, a recent survey found that two-thirds to help you understand what is involved in meeting your future goals. of Americans would rather discuss their weight than their The education process may include detailed help with financial topics. finances. Having skilled, trustworthy financial advisors and planners At the beginning of your relationship, those topics could be budgeting to call on can make all the difference. They can help clients understand and saving. As you advance in your knowledge, the advisor will assist and prepare for the difference between planning for retirement and you in understanding complex investment, insurance, and tax matters. actually being retired.

“Planning for retirement involves accumulating assets and Financial advisors can be great when you are confused, emotional investments where actually being retired revolves more around your or simply ignorant of various wealth-management topics. Add in the lifestyle during retirement and how to pay for it,” says John A. Obrock, fact that a majority of people can’t see far enough into the certified public accountant at Wildeman and Obrock. future to imagine their retirement, much less plan for “Creating a retirement budget and a road map is it, professional advice can be very handy. A qualified essential to enjoying your retirement years and advisor will ask you a lot of questions—some of making sure you live within your means and "In fact, a recent them uncomfortable—in order to get the full that your assets last.” survey found picture of where you want to take your life.

Financial planning for people who are that two-thirds of Once all of the details are in hand, he or she retired or very close to retirement is different can put together a plan and offer you advice than other financial planning because it Americans would on investments, retirement planning, estate allows you to plan with fewer unknown, for rather discuss planning, tax liability, and your kids’ college better or worse. You are no longer dreaming their weight than education. The breadth of the advisor’s knowledge about how much money you “might” earn at their finances." can make a lot of your difficult decisions easier. your job or how much money your investments A financial advisor is your planning partner. Let's “might” earn for you. You are working with the say you want to retire in 20 years or send your child to a money you have on hand and figuring out how to use private university in 10 years. To accomplish your goals, you it to live the retired life you want to have. Most folks will may need a skilled professional with the right licenses to help make likely read lots of advice about timing their retirement and ways these plans a reality, and that’s where a financial advisor comes in. to manage their income. Still, one thing to remember is that there is no Together, you and your advisor will cover many topics, including the one-size-fits-all solution. amount of money you should save, the types of accounts you need, Working with a financial advisor can help you design a solution the kinds of insurance you should have (including long-term care, term tailored to your needs and income. Ideally, start planning for life, and disability) and estate and tax planning. retirement as early as possible.

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“My firm helps to plan tax implications to minimize taxes both prior to and after retirement,” says Sarah Coy owner of SKC Accounting. “Many clients don’t understand the complexities of different retirement accounts and the liabilities that potentially occur. We work collaboratively with financial advisors to maximize your potential return while minimizing the amount of tax you owe over time.”

Doug Charney, a certified fund specialist at the Charney Investment Group says, “When we first start working with a new client we always do a free financial plan that looks at their stated goals and how they are currently invested. The plan makes it quite clear if they are in the right place for their retirement that they hope to have. We then develop a plan to help our clients achieve their investment goals. It’s all a part of our process we call the ‘Bridge Process.’

“Our philosophy is simple. We want to get to know you in order to help you make the best decisions possible.”

Not all financial advisors have the same level of training or will offer you the same depth of services. When contracting with an advisor, do your own due diligence first and make sure the advisor can meet your financial planning needs. Check out their certifications as well, and be sure you understand, agree with and can afford their fee structure. Also, investigate their regulatory history with Pennsylvania's state regulatory agency and with FINRA’s BrokerCheck and the SEC’s Investment Advisor Public Disclosure database.

The foundation of any relationship is trust.

Obrock, Coy, and Charney all agree that when working with individuals and families on their financial matters, it is of utmost importance that they establish and maintain a level of trust with their clients.

Finally, be aware that finding an advisor who is the right fit for your personality is key to developing a successful, long-term relationship. An advisor can have all the experience, credentials, and success stories in the world, but if you don’t like someone, you won’t enjoy working with them, and your financial plan may suffer as a result. 7

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MIND, MATTER, AND MONEY…

How these three factors can make or break a healthy retirement

BY DEBORAH E. PAJAK

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aving been in the financial planning world for over sixteen years, I have had the opportunity to see some very successful retirement scenarios and, unfortunately, some less-than-successful situations. Being a person that assists others in getting their financial house in order prior to the all-important retirement date, you would think that this article would solely discuss the financial aspects of the golden years. However, as the years have progressed, I have come to the conclusion that while the numbers are critical, there are two other components that, arguably, are as important to a meaningful retirement.

So, in addition to the “money” component, are “mind” and “matter.” Let’s look at each of these three topics to see how they form some of the basis of a healthy, happy period in life.

MONEY Saving for retirement is an activity best done on an ongoing basis, versus waiting until all other bills and obligations can have been satisfied. The strong forces of compounding coupled with time, provide one of the best methods to accumulate a healthy nest egg. With uncertainty surrounding benefits provided by Social Security, fewer employer-funded pensions, and the responsibility of the employee to save independently, being a disciplined saver is as important as ever. However, saving for later years can often times take a backseat to the more immediate gratification of daily living. So, the number of years until retirement, the amount of money contributed to your retirement accounts during that period, the types of investments selected, and the risk assumed in those investments, will determine what that nest egg looks like when that very special time arrives. While it cannot be stressed enough that beginning your retirement savings early in life makes the process of adequate funding much more possible, adequate funding is just one of the areas of importance.

MATTER The matter I am speaking of in this context is very literally your “matter,” i.e. your body. I once read that someone would not consciously choose to become wealthy and ill at the same time, but many times climbing the corporate ladder means that exercise and eating in a healthy manner get set aside while we put in long hours and lead grueling schedules. The time for fitness and proper care are relegated to “some day” and we enter retirement in less-than-healthy states of health. So, it is my contention that physical fitness leading up to and throughout retirement is just as important a preparation for retirement as the aspects of “money” and mind”. All the money in the world cannot promise a long and healthy life.

MIND This aspect of preparation is centered on your mindset and your mental preparation for the challenges of retirement. In talking with hundreds of clients over the years, I have heard a very wide array of scenarios in terms of how retirees see themselves spending their lessstructured days, weeks, months, and years. The reality of the changes in daily schedules can be freeing to some, but worrisome to others. The structure provided by the classroom bell, or the friendship shared over lunchroom meals, may be sorely missed and not easily replaced. Couples accustomed to their somewhat individual lives and schedules now share a 24/7 life and don’t always adjust to the loss of independence and autonomy that the work world provided. In many cases the adjustment period passes and a new normal emerges. Those that seem to do best, in my observation, are those that have cultivated hobbies, interests, volunteer activities, and set other goals prior to the onset of retirement. In other words, they have prepared mentally while preparing physically and financially.

The synergy of these three factors is quite apparent when we come to retirement with adequate financial resources, a healthy body, and a positive mental attitude. Any one area is important and vital, but all three can produce one of the best scenarios for a fulfilling retirement. 7 Deborah E. Pajak, CFP®, ChFC®, CLTC, CDFA™ is a registered representative of and offers securities, investment advisory, and financial planning services through MML Investors Services, LLC, member SIPC. 5001 Louise Dr. Suite 300, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 791-3300.

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Why a Cup of Joe?

By Jacqueline G. Goodwin, Ed.D.

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offee first became popular in the United States after the Boston Tea Party, when the switch from tea was seen as “patriotic.”

Since that time, coffee is now accessible almost anywhere you go. In fact, a recent Reuters poll reports that sixty-three percent of American age 18 or older say they drank a “Cup of Joe” the previous day.

What gave way to the coffee culture? Science, for one, has convinced us that caffeine possesses multiple health benefits. Perhaps just as important though, is coffee’s social purpose. Today, coffee stations are a staple of the workplace, and tens of thousands of coffee shops serve as meeting places for friends, dates and coworkers. Making and brewing coffee has grown increasingly professional, too. Being a barista has become a career choice instead of a part-time job to make ends meet. And latte art has even inspired a national competition, While the common nickname for a cup of coffee—a “Cup of Joe”— has been around a long time, its origins are still a bit mysterious.

There are several theories that have been put forth, but none of them can claim to be the definitive explanation.

Some believe that the origin of “Cup of Joe” stems from a 1914 ban on alcohol on U.S. Navy ships imposed by the Secretary of the Navy Josephus “Joe’ Daniels. After his order, imposed near the beginning of World War I, the strongest drink a sailor could get on a ship was black coffee.

Those who believe this theory claim that sailors, angry about the ban, began to call coffee a “Cup of Joe” in protest. However, historians have cast doubt on this theory. For starters, alcohol was not widely available on Navy ships prior to the ban, so the ban would've had very little, if any, practical effect.

More importantly, historians believe that “Cup of Joe’ didn't first enter the English language until about 1930. Linguists believe it came into being at that time as a corruption of another nickname common at that time: jamoke. Jamoke was itself a combination of nicknames java and mocha. Experts believe that, over time, jamoke may have transformed into “Joe,” since it's natural for slang terms to shorten over the years.

Another theory holds that coffee came to be known as Joe, because joe itself is a slang term for a common fellow or guy. In other words, coffee became a “Cup of Joe” because it was considered the common man's drink.

While it's basically impossible to definitively prove one way or another how these terms came to be perhaps it's a debate best left as a discussion amongst friends…over a Cup of Joe, of course! 7

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THE BEST COFFEE SHOP IS THE ONE CLOSEST TO YOU

By Jacqueline G. Goodwin, Ed.D. Photos By Danielle Debley

The Cracked Pot Coffee Shop

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arrisburg is among the cities that takes its caffeine intake seriously. When it comes to coffee shops, the Harrisburg area is rife with options to please java snobs and those just looking to hunker down with a laptop. Sure, sometimes a coffee shop is all about the coffee. But the best coffee shops are also built on friendly staff, great food, comfy seating, free wi-fi, a plethora of available power outlets, or all of the above. Here are eight area coffee shops that deserve their status as local “best.”

LITTLE AMPS COFFEE ROASTERS With two locations and a kiosk in Strawberry Square, coffee fanatics can feel reassured that they can get a great cup of coffee when they want it. Little Amps has a cool vibe and both locations are decorated in a modern and minimalist approach. Little Amps combines all things coffee—roasting, whole bean distribution, coffee making equipment and gadgets and a variety of coffee drinks. The baristas at Little Amps are super attentive and know what they are doing. Try the Cold Jar and the Nitro Cold Brew. www.littleampscoffee.com 133 State Street Harrisburg, PA (717) 635-9870 1836 Green Street Harrisburg, PA 17102 (717) 695-4882 Strawberry Square Kiosk 320 Market Street Harrisburg, PA 17101 26 HARRISBURG MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2019

MIDTOWN SCHOLAR BOOKSTORE-CAFÉ Midtown Scholar Bookstore-Café offers organic, single-origin and direct-trade coffees and espresso drinks from the award-winning importers and roasters Counter Culture Coffee, as well as over 30 varieties of loose-leaf organic and fair-trade teas from Rishi Tea. Housed in a renovated 1920's movie theater, Harrisburg's first splitlevel 1950s department store, Midtown Scholar Bookstore-Café extends over two buildings.

Select one of the over 200,000 used, new, and discounted books and settle back into a comfy chair with the coffee beverage of your choice and the hours will fly by. www.midtownscholar.com 1302 North 3rd Street Harrisburg, PA 17102 (717) 236-1680

ELEMENTARY COFFEE Located at the historic Broad Street Market in Midtown Harrisburg, this small but welcoming coffee stand is a great option if you're checking out the market and need a coffee fix. With welcoming and knowledgeable baristas behind the counter, Elementary Coffee offers a good mix of single-origin coffee and espresso-based beverages such as nitro and cold brew. Besides offering freshly roasted and crafted coffee, Elementary Coffee also offers wholesale custom orders. www. elementarycoffee.co 1233 N. 3rd St. Harrisburg, PA (717) 236-7923

CORNERSTONE COFFEEHOUSE Cornerstone Coffeehouse offers a comfortable, friendly atmosphere, a selection of baked fresh daily pastries, and a variety of hot and cold brews. It also has an events calendar with musical guests and cooking classes are offered in their on-site kitchen.

With free wi-fi, ample patio seating and easy parking, no wonder Cornerstone Coffeehouse is a year-round gem. www.thecornerstonecoffeehouse.com 2133 Market St. Camp Hill, PA (717) 737-5026

BCB COFFEE Established in 2017, BCB Coffee’s two shops, one in Mechanicsburg and the other in New Cumberland, embrace quality, convenience, and community as a way of life. The shops offer high-quality coffee and fresh baked home-made pastries. With attentive customer service their motto, the shops’ familyfriendly atmosphere is a must-go-to if you want top-notch custom coffee blends and Laure’s unique creations, made fresh daily. Not a coffee lover? BCB has you covered.

Both shops offer loose leaf tea, hot chocolate, fruit smoothies, Chai Latte, Italian soda and assorted juices to those not wanting a cup of Joe. BCB Rossmoyne 4902 Louise Dr. Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-1500 Brew Cumberland’s Best 1903 Bridge St. New Cumberland, PA (717) 774-6511

Capital Joe Coffee

CAPITAL JOE COFFEE You can find Capital Joe Coffee in downtown Harrisburg near the Capital on Forster Street and in quaint downtown Mechanicsburg along Main Street. Capital Joe is about good coffee to make your day better! Both locations serve coffee from Square One Coffee Roasters, loose-leaf teas from New England, local fresh baked goods, and a great view of the Capitol! Offering free wifi and cozy seating, it’s a great spot to meet with co-workers and clients, study, or simply unwind. www. capitaljoe.com 416 Forster St. Harrisburg, PA (717) 857-6922 36 West Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 691-1350

ST. THOMAS ROASTERS The Cracked Pot Coffee Shop

THE CRACKED POT COFFEE SHOP At the Cracked Pot Coffee Shop, a unique coffee shop in Mechanicsburg that gives back to the community, you can pick from a simple menu of light bites like classic avocado toast, pastries and paninis or the quiche of the week. Picking what to eat is a tough call– but the shop’s selections are delicious no matter what you choose.

The coffee here is smooth and flavorful as is the Chai Tea Latte. www. thecrackedpotcoffeeshop.com 130 Gettysburg Pike Mechanicsburg, PA (717) 458-8189

A must-visit destination for any coffee pilgrimage, St. Thomas Roasters roasts coffee every day using its prized Diedrich roaster, allowing the most unique and fresh coffee around. In addition to over twenty blends of the finest whole coffee beans from all over the world, the shop also offers twenty blends of the freshest teas, tasty pastries, mouth-watering luncheon items and some of the best quiche ever. Whether you want your coffee brewed, or as a Latte or Espresso, you will find them all at St. Thomas Roasters. And, of course, you can take home the freshest beans in town or shop online. www.stthomasroasters.com 7 5951 Linglestown Rd. Harrisburg, PA 17112 (717) 526-4171

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2019 Holiday GIFT GUIDE

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he holidays are here! In keeping with the spirit of the season, Harrisburg Magazine is pleased to present its annual Holiday Gift Guide.

The Holiday Gift Guide is compiled from local advertisers. Please consider these businesses and their services when shopping for friends, family, and business associates. Our best wishes to you, our readers, for a happy holiday season!

WOW THEM WITH CHOCOLATE AND OTHER SWEET TREATS

GIVE THE GIFT OF HANDMADE ARTISAN CANDIES

This holiday season discover over 50 varieties of handmade chocolate and candy treats, including decadent truffles, caramels and more made by traditional hand-dipping techniques that create truly unique confections at this third-generation candy shop.

Matangos Candies 1501 Catherine St. Harrisburg, PA 17104 (717) 234-0882 www.matangoscandies.com

Enjoy giving Brittle Bark and Cocoa Creek Chocolates and the standing ovation you will receive from family and friends as you delight them with this divine indulgence will be worth it. Stop by to purchase those special holiday gifts and enjoy some free samples.

Brittle Bark 33 W. Main St. Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-6950 www.brittlebark.com

MAKE THEM SQUEAL WITH DELIGHT ‘Tis the season to experience the joy on a child’s face when they open the perfect present from Snazzy Giraffe.

Whether you are a parent, aunt or uncle or a grandparent who wants to score cool points, this is the place to find elegant baby and children’s clothing plus accessories, books, toys, stuffed animals and more.

Snazzy Giraffe The Shops at Walden 104Walden Way Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (717) 590-5147

GIVE THE GIFT OF A CLEAN CAR With winter's chill a definite, one way to make it easier for drivers on your holiday list to deal with the elements are gift cards from Capital City Car Wash. This season, give the gift of a clean car with car wash and detail cards from Capital City Car Wash.

Capital City Car Wash 3525 Hartzdale Sr. Camp Hill, PA 17011 (717) 763-1960

THINGS JUST GOT VERY MERRY Looking for stocking stuffers? Purchase lottery tickets from your local Pennsylvania lottery retailer and benefit older Pennsylvanians. Every day. Remember. You have to play to win.

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GIVE THE GIFT OF BEAUTY The holidays are a time when people want to look and feel their best. Sass Salon and Day Spa offers much more than hair services.

Central Pennsylvania’s full-service salon, Sass Salon and Day Spa offers trained technicians in hair, nails, skin care, body treatments, and massage therapy. This holiday season, give the gift of beauty. Gift cards available.

Sass Salon and Day Spa 931 Kranzel Dr. Camp Hill, PA 17011 (717) 612-0344 www.sassspandsalon.com

TRUST YOUR SPECIAL MOMENTS TO MOUNTZ For over 30 years, Mountz Jewelers has been providing exquisite holiday gifts to folks in the area. From renowned watch and designer jewelry lines to one of a kind custom designed pieces, Mountz has something for everyone. Trust your special holiday moments to Mountz.

Three locations: Carlisle, Camp Hill and Colonial Park/Harrisburg.

Mountz Jewelers www.mountzjewelers.com

GIVE THE GIFT OF RELAXATION AND WELLNESS Whether you want to de-stress yourself or help those on your holiday list, let Elements Massage help deliver the gift of ultimate relaxation. With an immense variety of different massages and exclusive AromaRitual essences, give a gift card for a truly personalized gift.

Elements Massage 5072 Jonestown Road, Suite 3 Harrisburg, PA 17112 (717) 417-4154 www.elementsmassage.com

THE PERFECT HOLIDAY GIFT Looking for the best unique gift this holiday season? Put the thrill of driving back in your loved one’s garage with the all new, totally redesigned 2020 Ford Explorer. They’ll be glad you did.

L.B. Smith Ford 1100 Market St. Lemoyne, PA 17043 (717) 761-6700 www.lbsmithford.com

GIVE THE GIFT OF UNIQUENESS With over 30 years of pottery experience, Mark and Huynh Mai Fitzgerald combine the basic elements of earth, water and fire to produce beautiful unique items of permanence that enhance the everyday experiences of cooking and serving food as well as adding visual beauty.

Fitzgerald Pottery 954 Range End Rd. Dillsburg, PA 17019 (717) 432-8124 www.fitzgeraldpottery.com

GIVE THE GIFT OF JEWELRY One can never go wrong with the gift of jewelry. If your special someone hasn’t dropped hints or slipped a wish list your way, K Novinger Jewelry will help you find that great gift to make your beloved’s holiday season shine a little brighter.

K Novinger Jewelry 1200 Market St. Lemoyne, PA 17043 (717) 972-0553 www.knovingerjewelry.com

ON TREND, ON STYLE Looking for something for that special someone? You’ll find it at Bill Maloney Men’s Wear and Tailor Shop in Hummelstown, the area's largest selection of suits, sport coats, shirts, shorts, pants, ties and accessories. Personalized service, an in-store tailor, and tux rentals and sales also available.

Bill Maloney Men’s Wear and Tailor Shop 17 E. Main St. Hummelstown, PA 17036 (717) 566-8987 www.billmaloneymenswear.com

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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Kindle the warmth and charm for your holidays at home with custom blinds, shades, and shutters from Hunter Douglas. The friendly staff at L & L Window Fashions will help you find the perfect window treatments to ransform the light in your home, making holiday living more enjoyable and defining the mood of your unique and beautiful space.

L & L Window Fashions 5450 Derry St., Bldg. 2 Harrisburg, PA 17111 (717) 635-9623 www.landlwindowfashions.com

MAKE IT THE TOAST OF THE TOWN Whether you’re planning Thanksgiving dinner, looking to stock the cellar for holiday parties in December, or simply want to relax after a long day’s work, there’s a Pennsylvania State Liquor Store around the corner. Stop by and talk to the experts who can help you find that right bottle for any occasion this holiday season.

Pennsylvania Liquor Control’s Fine Wine and Good Spirits www.finewineandgoodspirits.com

PAMPER YOUR PET FOR THE HOLIDAYS Give the gift of special care and attention to your four-legged family members this holiday season. Tegs’ groomers work to make every step of the grooming and spa package enjoyable for your special pet. From a soothing bath to a proper trimming and gentle brushing your pet will receive the best services possible to make him clean and shiny for the holidays.

Teg's Canine Clippery 335 Bridge Street New Cumberland, PA 17070 (717) 774-7262 www.tegs.us

GIVE THE GIFT OF RETRO KITSCH Shopping for the perfect holiday gift? Select from artisan-made jewelry, purses, candles, and pottery. Whether you’re looking for an affordable coffee mug for an office gift, or a fine art sculpture for yourself, you’ll find it along with Papyrus greeting cards, fine art boxed notecards, journals, adult coloring books, and retro kitsch. Gift cards available.

Homestyle Charlie 19 Briarcrest Square Hershey, PA 17033 (717) 508-7518 www.homestylecharlie.com

O’CHRISTMAS TREE, O’ CHRISTMAS TREE Nothing quite welcomes the holiday season like a well-decorated, festive home. Whether you prefer traditional red-and-green décor or favor more subtle gold ribbons and greenery, let Stauffers help you infuse every room in your home with Christmas spirit. Select from a spirited mix of lush garlands, real or artificial trees, and decorations galore.

Stauffers is your one stop shop for holiday decorating Stauffers of Kissel Hill 51 Gettysburg Pike Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 766-7993 5350 Linglestown Rd. Harrisburg, PA 17112 (717) 657-1760 www.skh.com 7 30 HARRISBURG MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2019

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Ten Reasons to Give a Gift Card This Holiday Season

By Darcy Oordt

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ift Cards often get the bad rap. They are often considered impersonal gifts that are only given by people who are lazy or don’t care to buy a “real” gift. And sure, people will often talk about the gift card they got and have never used.

But let’s be real, we have all gotten a gift that we never used. At least if it’s a gift card it won’t be taking up valuable space in your attic or basement.

Here are 10 reasons you should consider giving a gift card as a gift for the holidays or any time of the year.

1. It ensures the person gets exactly what they want. Think back. Have you ever been disappointed to get a gift card? “A gift card? Oh no, I have to go shopping at my favorite store and spend someone else’s money. How horrible!” said no one ever. You may also consider giving them a gift card for a necessity like groceries, pet store or gasoline. That way, the money they don't have to spend at the grocery store they can use to spend on other items they want.

2. You can make them personal. Sure, you can’t go wrong with a Visa or Amazon Gift Card, but you can make the gift personal by finding the right gift card for that person. Almost every store and restaurant sells gift cards. It may be a card for someplace they rarely get to go or a place they go every day.

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Christmas to enjoy.” Sure, if all they get is gift cards, but that probably won’t happen. But if you are really worried about this, then pair it with a small gift. A gift certificate for a wine store could be given with a pair of wine glasses. A gift certificate for a pet store could be given with a dog bone or bag of catnip. You get the idea.

4. They never have to be returned. Nothing is worse than getting a gift for Christmas that has to be returned. That means you either have to battle the crowds after Christmas or risk that the store will be out of the item by the time you get there.

5. They are easy to wrap. Did you know that people buy 4 million pounds of wrapping paper each year? That’s enough to fill almost 5 NFL football fields full or wrapping paper.

What’s worse is that it is often lined with plastic so it can’t be recycled. That’s a lot of paper that could be saved by giving a gift card. The nice thing about gift cards is they can be given in small containers that can be reused.

6. It is more economical for you. Many stores give incentives during the holidays for gift card purchases. Some give smaller gift cards with a larger purchase. For example, Harrisburg Magazine sells discounted gift cards. You can give a $25 gift card for $18.75.

7. It is more economical for the other person. Everyone knows that stores have huge sales after Christmas. Well, by giving a gift card, you can help the person get more for the money because they might find it on sale. What if it’s sold out? Well, if you are concerned that could be the case then give them their gift a few days early.

8. They are easy to purchase. Many gift cards can be purchased online and be shipped to your door. Even better, you can purchase gift cards that are sent directly to the person. Saves you from having to battle the post office. Not to mention they are perfect last-minute gifts.

9. They can be great to have on hand for surprise gifts. Nothing is worse than getting a gift from someone and not having a gift for them. Sure, you can go with the old “Your gift is at my house” excuse, but no one will believe that. But if you keep a few gift cards on hand in your office or purse, you’ll be ready for this. They may not be as personal as you’d like, but it saves you from having to deal with the awkward situation. And if you don’t need them, you can always use them later for yourself.

10. Gift cards are great for re-gifting.

Unless you get a gift certificate that expires, you can always regift them later. And if you don’t want to regift them, consider donating them to a local charity. They can either use them to purchase items they need or to purchase items for raffles. So if you get a gift card you don’t want, think about giving it away.

And speaking of gift cards, don’t forget you can purchase gift cards at a discount on the Harrisbur Magazine website at https://harrisburgmagazine.com/shop/.

These cards are discounted (but don’t worry they don’t say that on the card itself), so stock up for the holidays!

Quantities are limited so buy them before they sell out. 7

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NOVEMBER EVENTS NOVEMBER 9 HISTORIC HOUSE "DOG-WALKERS' TOUR" $15--General Admission $10--HHA Members $5--Students Free--Dogs 10:00 AM - 12 NOON Meet at 1230 N. Third St., Harrisburg For tickets: www.Eventbright.com

MONTHLY ON THE 3RD FRIDAY 3RD IN THE BURG AROUND THE CITY Various locations around Harrisburg

A special guided walking tourof Midtown and Riverfront Park designed for dogs and dog owners!

Meet at Historic Harrisburg Resource Center for a morning stroll.

THROUGH NOVEMBER 9 TOUR-WWII IN GETTYSBURG: THE PEOPLE AND PLACES Free – $35 717-334-9089 www.gettysburgbattlefieldtours.com

Harrisburg shows off its creative flair with 3rd in the Burg, a celebration of the city’s quickly growing arts and cultural scene. Each month, dozens of venues host special events - exhibits, This year–D-Day’s 75th Anniversary– music, theater, comedy, lectures experience a different side of throughout Downtown and Midtown. Gettysburg on a “World War II in Gettysburg” bus tour. Experience THROUGH NOVEMBER 1 moving stories of WWII veterans HARRISBURG FIRST FRIDAY buried in the Gettysburg National LUNCHES Cemetery; visit a prisoner-of-war City Hall camp and learn why an intelligence 10 North 2nd Street Harrisburg, PA 17109 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM www.facebook.com/ harrisburgfoodtrucks Head Downtown Harrisburg at Lunch Every First Friday for 3-4 of the region’s best food trucks! Grab and go or eat on site in front of City Hall (10 North 2nd Street) from 10 AM to 2 PM. Use #harrisburgfoodtrucks to share photos of your delicious meals!

This event is rain or shine every month! Look for the Tip Boxes. 100 percent of all tips will be donated to a local charity.

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camp was located here; hear stories of the Navy’s map-making operation that prepared for the invasion of Japan. Following the 2-hour bus tour, you may take a walking tour of the national cemetery. Tour runs weekly on Saturdays from April 6 through November 9. No tours June 29 to August 3.

THROUGH DECEMBER 6 CHILDREN'S STORYTIME The State Museum of Pennsylvania 300 North St. Harrisburg, PA 17120 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM $7 adults, $6 seniors, and $5 children 1 -11 yrs.

717-787-4980 This year–D-Day’s 75th Anniversary– experience a different side of Gettysburg on a “World War II in Gettysburg” bus tour. Experience moving stories of WWII veterans buried in the Gettysburg National Cemetery; visit a prisoner-of-war camp and learn why an intelligence camp was located here; hear stories of the Navy’s map-making operation that prepared for the invasion of Japan. Following the 2-hour bus tour, you may take a walking tour of the

national cemetery. Tour runs weekly on Saturdays from April 6 through November 9. No tours June 29 to August 3.

NOVEMBER 10 HARRISBURG MARATHON 26.2 Carousel Pavilion on City Island 11 Championship Way Harrisburg, PA 17101 (717) 232-9622

by the Harrisburg Downtown Improvement District! We redesigned the Harrisburg Marathon course to integrate the event with the community that hosts it. Celebrate our “mini-Boston” and cheer on finishers in a huge downtown celebration!

Harrisburg Marathon will take you on a thrilling journey through beautiful Harrisburg. Our fast, flat course is a Boston qualifier that’s sure to give plenty of runners a great PR! We reimagined the Harrisburg Marathon event in 2015 and were met with rave reviews from new runners and seasoned marathoners alike. Dubbed as a “mini-Boston” this energetic race filled Second Street with people cheering, music playing, the energy of what has been called “Restaurant Row” as runners of our completely redesigned course round their way onto Second Street towards the new finish line at Locust.

The completely redesigned Marathon course better integrates the city into the fun. We’ve added new sections that showcase some of Harrisburg’s landmarks like Fort Hunter. We’ve introduced two scenic bridge crossings to integrate our friends on the west shore of the Susquehanna.

The crescendo of the new Marathon though was to move the final mile and finish line right down Second Street to Locust Street —the epicenter of the downtown scene.

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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Dramatized by Joseph Robinette From the story by C.S. Lewis “When Adam’s flesh and Adam’s bone Sits at Cair Paravel in throne, The evil time will be over and done.”

NOVEMBER 14 WATERFOWL WALK Wildwood Park 100 Wildwood Way Harrisburg, PA 17110 Times: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Admission: Free Join leaders Rick and Peggy Price to search for migrating waterfowl along the Towpath Trail. There may be other late arrivals such as Winter Wrens and Rusty Blackbirds. Meet at the North Lot.

Follow the adventures of four children: Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy, who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-to-be-forgotten Narnia. There, they learn the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, and his struggle with the White Witch, who is determined to keep Narnia in her possession and to end the reign of Aslan. An epic battle between good and evil begins as the children choose sides and discover courage and forgiveness.

Will they fulfill a long-ago prophecy?

Or forge a new beginning?

Based on the classic children’s fantasy by C.S. Lewis, this story of love, faith, and giving is a true celebration of life.

BYOP (Bring Your Own Price) Every Sunday any size donation buys your ticket.

NOVEMBER 15 THROUGH JANUARY 1, 2020 HERSHEYPARK CHRISTMAS CANDYLANE Hershey Park www.Hersheypark.com

NOVEMBER 15 THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE Gamut Theatre 15 North 4th Street Harrisburg, PA 17101 Check out www.gamuttheatre.org for more show dates.

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Hersheypark Christmas Candylane features family friendly rides and several roller coasters (weather permitting) with Reese's Cupfusion attracion as a new offering. More than four million sparkling lights will deck the halls of Hersheypark amusement park, including the guest-favorite NOEL light show choreographed with holiday music.

Santa and his reindeer will make a special stop at Hersheypark Christmas Candylane, which is the

only place in the Northeast where families can get an up-close look at all nine live reindeer, including Rudolph, during all hours of operation.

HERSHEY SWEET LIGHTS Hershey Park www.Hersheypark.com From November 15 to January 1, 2020 families can revel in nearl 600 illuminated light displays from the comforts of their cars as they drive through a two-mile wooded trail while listening to holiday music.

NOVEMBER 23 HARRISBURG HOLIDAY PARADE City of Harrisburg, The Mayor's Office 10 N. 2nd St. Harrisburg, PA 17101 On Saturday, November 23, at Noon, the City of Harrisburg proudly presents the annual Holiday Parade in Downtown Harrisburg. This free parade will feature musical acts, floats, parade balloons, live reindeer and more. Food trucks will also be available on Market Street and State Street.

Hershey Park Christmas Candylane Following the parade, Strawberry Square will host the awards ceremony at 3 pm. Meet Santa and enjoy complimentary cookies and hot chocolate, while supplies last. Join us as we kick off the holiday season!

NOVEMBER 24 HOLIDAY BAZAAR The Circle School 727 Wilhelm Road Harrisburg, PA 17111 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM https://www.facebook.com/ events/663454210821558/ Kick start your seasonal shopping at The Circle School’s Holiday Bazaar! This is an annual event where members of the school community offer their handcrafted and gift-quality items for sale, with a portion of the proceeds donated to The Circle School.

Soup, bread, and hot beverages will be provided for guests to enjoy.

The event is open to all! Invite your friends and family and share some holiday time together.

Please contact Ann Sipe (ann@ circleschool.org) with questions.

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toys, household accents, ceramics, furniture, dolls, flowers, paintings, holiday foods and much more.

DECEMBER 8 46TH ANNUAL CANDLELIGHT HOUSE TOUR Harrisburg 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM www.historicharrisburg.com

Candlelight Open House NOVEMBER 30 CANDLELIGHT OPEN HOUSE Ephrata Cloister 632 West Main St. Ephrata, PA 17522 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM https://ephratacloister.org Now that everyone has come “over the river and through the woods,” why not take a leisurely stroll through the candlelit grounds of the historic Ephrata Cloister away from the rush of the oncoming holiday season?

Visit with friends and family to discover the sights, sounds and crafts of the past and present in a relaxed evening under the stars. Meet local artisans keeping the tradition of handmade art alive. Enjoy music by the Ephrata Cloister Chorus. Enjoy light refreshments. Tickets $6 for everyone age 3 and above.

NOVEMBER 30 THROUGH DECEMBER 1 WREATH WORKSHOP Wildwood Park 100 Wildwood Way Harrisburg, PA 17110 Times: 9 AM, 10:30 AM, Noon Admission: $20.00 per wreath Phone: (717) 221-0292 Make an evergreen wreath out of natural materials. Everything will 38 HARRISBURG MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2019

Historic Harrisubrg Association will present its 46th Annual Candlelight House Tour on December 8 and will featuer historic homes and buildings of significance in Harrisburg.

be supplied to make a wreath with decoration from nature, including cones, berries, nuts and seed pods.

Bring work gloves and clippers.

The Tour will feature a variety of single-family residences and condominiums and other important landmarks that reflect the city's architectural heritage.

Register at www.wildwoodlake.org/ events. There are three different start times to choose from: 9:00 am, 10:30 am and 12:00 pm on either November 30 or December 1, 2019.

Advance tickets at discounted prices may be ordered onlne.Day-of-tour tickets will be $25 a will be available at the Historic Harrisburg Resource Center at 1230 North Third Street.

DECEMBER 4-8 PENNSYLVANIA CHRISTMAS & GIFT SHOW Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center 2300 N. Cameron St. Harrisburg, PA 17110 Phone: (610) 565-0313

Launched by Historic Harrisburg in 1973, the Candlelight Hous Tour is the oldest and biggest tour of its kind in the Mid-Atlantic Region.

The Pennsylvania Christmas & Gift Show - December 4-8, 2019 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center It's a wonderland of all things Christmas! Get in the holiday spirit at one of the largest holiday shows in the country and find something for everyone on your gift list. Thousands come from all over the Northeast to visit The Pennsylvania Christmas & Gift Show, a festive celebration of the season’s finest decorations, arts & crafts, cuisines, and musical & dance groups. Shop crafts, jewelry, clothing, Christmas decorations,

DECEMBER 9-10 CHRISTMAS AT THE CLOISTER Ephrata Cloister 632 West Main St. Ephrata, PA 17522 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM https://ephratacloister.org Performances at 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM each night. Spend a few moments in quiet reflection with seasonal readings and holiday music in the 1741 Meetinghouse at the Ephrata Cloister. Seating is limited and advance tickets are required.

Call 717-733-6600 after November 8 to order your tickets. Special Admission rate of $7 per person.

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DECEMBER 14-15 CPYB’S “THE NUTCRACKER” IN HARRISBURG Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts 222 Market Street Harrisburg, PA 17101 Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” is coming to Whitake Center on Saturday, December 14 at 1:00pm and 5:00pm and Sunday, December 15 at 2:00pm George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® will have your heart bursting with cheer in this holiday tradition for the whole family!

The brilliant dancers of Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet bring Balanchine’s winter classic to life with larger-than-life sets and dazzling costumes set to the magical music of Tchaikovsky. As the clock strikes twelve, you’ll happen upon a battle between toy soldiers and mischievous mice as a blizzard of ballerinas reveal a wonderful world of confection.

DECEMBER 14 - 31 WINTER DISCOVERY AT WILDWOOD PARK Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Wildwood Park 100 Wildwood Way Harrisburg, PA 17110 40 HARRISBURG MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2019

Times: 10 AM - 4 PM Admission: Free Phone: (717) 221-0292 Visit the Olewine Nature Center, where special exhibits will highlight some of Wildwood's animals in winter. Self-guided stations will help visitors understand more about natural history and enhance a winter outdoor experience. Closed on Mondays and December 25.

DECEMBER 26-29 LANTERN TOURS Ephrata Cloister 632 West Main St. Ephrata, PA 17522 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM ephratacloister.org/events/lantern-tours These special theatrical tours take you back in time to visit Ephrata Cloister as it may have appeared in the 1700s. Each year we offer a new story with a cast of junior and senior high school students playing the roles that bring history to life.

Advance tickets are required and can be purchased after December 1 by calling 717-733-6600. Adults $10, Seniors $9, Students $7, Children $5.

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HOLIDAY HARVEST

It’s the time of year for the comfort of family and food

By Jacqueline G. Goodwin, Ed.D.

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olorful, comforting and creative, this season’s fruits and vegetables add special touches to big holiday feasts, as well as, everyday family suppers. Here’s a few favorites, each with a little twist.

BRAISED RED CABBAGE WITH GOAT CHEESE

Goat cheese adds a perfect tangy edge to this slightly sweet cabbage.

INGREDIENTS • 1 head red cabbage, chopped or shredded • ½ cup balsamic vinegar • ¼ cup water • ¼ cup brown sugar • 2 tablespoons butter • 1 teaspoon salt • 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese DIRECTIONS In a heavy saucepan, combine cabbage, vinegar, water, brown sugar, butter, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir to dissolve sugar.

Turn heat to low and cook at a slow simmer for 2 hours, stirring every 20 minutes, and adding a little extra water if mixture gets dry.

Taste cabbage during last 20 minutes and add extra sugar and/or salt if needed.

To serve, top with crumbled goat cheese.

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GLAZED PUMPKIN SPICE BREAD Your kitchen will smell divine when you bake these beautiful laves. Bake up a few extra loaves, wrap well and freeze for quick holiday gift-giving.

INGREDIENTS • 1 ½ cups brown sugar • 1 ½ cups white sugar • 1 cup vegetable oil • 4 eggs • 1, 15-ounce can pumpkin • 3 ½ cups flour • 2 teaspoons salt • 2 teaspoons baking powder • 2 teaspoons cinnamon • 1 teaspoon each, nutmeg, allspice, ginger • ½ teaspoon cloves • 2/3 cup water GLAZE • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted • 2 tablespoons melted butter • ½ teaspoon vanilla • 1-2 tablespoons milk or enough to make a thin glaze DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Spray two loaf pans with non-stick coating.

In a mixer bowl, beat together sugars, oil, eggs, and pumpkin. In a separate bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, salt, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and cloves. Add to pumpkin mixture, alternately with water. Pour into prepared loaf pans.

Bake 80-90 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans.

When loaves are almost cool, stir together all glaze ingredients and spread over the tops. The slight warmth of the loaves will help the glaze to spread and soak in.

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ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH TOASTED PANKO AND GOLDEN RAISINS Your taste buds will thank you for adding this tangy-sweet side dish to your holiday meal.

INGREDIENTS • 2 pound head of cauliflower, cut into bite size florets • 3 tablespoons olive oil • 2 teaspoon salt • Freshly ground pepper to taste • 1/4 cup pine nuts • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs • 3 tablespoon butter • 1/2 cup chicken broth • 2/3 cup golden raisins • 2 tablespoon white wine vinegar • 2 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley DIRECTIONS Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Place cauliflower florets in a single layer on a parchment lined, rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Lightly toss to coat.

Roast, tossing occasionally until cauliflower is golden and crispy, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, place pine nuts in a pan over medium low heat, toss until lightly brown and toasted, about 5 minutes.

Place toasted pine nuts in a small bowl and set aside. Using the same pan, heat butter over medium-low heat until melted. Add panko to melted butter and toss until browned and toasted. Set aside the toasted panko.

In a small sauce pan sauté the raisins in the chicken broth and vinegar over medium heat. Bring to a simmer. Continue cooking until liquid has reduced and raisins are plump. Once your raisin mixture is done, it’s time to put all the elements together.

Sprinkle cauliflower with panko, pine nuts, raisins and parsley.

Toss until incorporated. Reserve a little of each to sprinkle on top of the dish once plated. Serve warm.

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GRAPEFRUIT, FENNEL AND AVOCADO SALAD WITH CITRUS DRESSING The fresh flavor of this simple dressing is amazing. Drizzled over the beautiful arrangement of natural colors, it’s the perfect touch to a salad that is both pretty and delicious.

INGREDIENTS • ½ cup fresh orange juice • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 tablespoon sugar • 2 teaspoons minced or grated shallot • 1 teaspoon dry mustard • Salt and pepper to taste SALAD • 2 cups arugula or mixed field greens • 2 large grapefruits, closely peeled and segmented • 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted and thinly sliced • 1 fennel bulb, trimmed, thinly sliced DIRECTIONS Whisk together all dressing ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until time to fix salad. Arrange arugula on salad plates or a large platter. Top with grapefruit segments, avocado slices, and sliced fennel. Drizzle with Citrus Dressing.

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ROASTED SWEET POTATOES AND APPLES

A fun, new look for sweet potatoes, and the apples are a nice fall addition.

INGREDIENTS • 3-4 large sweet potatoes, peeled • 4 large apples • ¼ cup olive oil • 1 tablespoon sugar • 1 tablespoon salt • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Spray two large baking sheets with non-stick coating.

Cut sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl. Cut apples into larger pieces (they will shrink when roasted) and add to bowl.

Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sugar, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.

Toss well to coat potatoes evenly. Pace on prepared baking sheets.

Bake 18-20 minutes total. Halfway through baking, remove pans from oven and use a metal spatula to turn potatoes. Return to oven and bake until browned and crisp. 7

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Bartender’s Best

By Charlie Wohlrab

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ike many people, Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays.

It's a time when we disconnect from our busy lives, reconnect with friends and family we may not see as often as we'd like, share delicious meals, and serve alcoholic beverages.

But what to serve? Why not impress your guests with a wellchosen bottle of wine, a glass of beer or spirits by offering them something local?

We are fortunate to live in a time when beers, wines and spirits are being produced locally. Twenty or so years ago local wineries began to appear, a few years later breweries began to show up, now there are even local distilleries. Check out a local brewery (or two) and sample some of their offerings. The staff at these breweries are often knowledgeable about their beers and may have a “sampler selection," so you can taste and compare a few small glasses of beers before you make your pruchase.

Some breweries may offer “growlers” (which is a misnomer), but would be a nice choice, nevertheless. This option requires some planning. You would have to be able to get the container filled on Wednesday and then be able to store it in your refrigerator until Thanksgiving which is on Thursday. If your refriderator is filled with a turkey and other holiday essentials this might now be the best container.

The term “Growler” is a misnomer, as now the “Growlers” that breweries offer are glass jugs with screw-on caps. The term "Growler" comes from the late 1800’s when you could walk to the taproom with a tin pail with a lid. The taproom would fill the pail with beer and as you walked home the agitation from walking would cause the release of Carbon which would cause the lid to vibrate, hence “growl.” Although the glass jugs don’t growl, they actually keep the beer fresher. So it's up to you to decide. Take advantage of the brewery staff's expertise to determine the most appropriate beer for your purpose.

If the brewery does not offer “Growlers," or if you are not hosting, perhaps you can get a Sampler Pack” or a “Seasonal Brew." If you are hosting, a nice way to serve these beers is to have the bottles standing upright in a cooler half-filled with ice. Local breweries often have attractive caps and they look nice standing erect in the ice. Remember to have an opener handy as some bottles may not be screw tops. A “Sampler Pack” or a “Seasonal Brew” also makes a nice 48 HARRISBURG MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2019

hostess gift. Remember to include an opener, just in case.

A word about hostess gifts. Often times the host or hostess has the menu planned, including beverages, so it is not impolite for your gift to be saved for a later date. However, it is impolite to show up empty-handed, and this is a good way to give the “local guy” a little business and perhaps introduce him to a new customer.

If you are hosting dinner, the only wine that goes with everything from steak to chocolate cake is “champagne." Notice I put champagne in quotes because in order to be called "champagne," it should come from the Champagne region of France and should involve “Methode Champenoise”. There are many additional rules and regulations, national and international, but that is a quick summary. “Methode Champenoise” refers to a second fermentation in the bottle, which gives the wine bubbles.

I prefer to patronize local wineries and some do experiment with sparkling wines. It is worth checking wineries in your area to see if they have any sparkling wines for sale, and while you are there, enjoy a tasting. Local wineries are proud of their products and their staffs can give you an insight into their latest wines. If you don’t find a sparkling wine you like at the winery, check wherever you buy wine and look for champagne style wines. You may have to buy a bottle or two and have your own tasting to see what should be on your Thanksgiving table.

If your Thanksgiving dinner includes a pasta dish along with the traditional turkey, you may want to serve a Prosecco. By definition, this must come from Italy and Christie Brinkley is a partner in Bellissima Prosecco. I was a teenage male in the late 1960’s so this is enough to make it my Prosecco of choice. Bellissima Prosecco is totally organic and has a very artsy label. Remember, presentation is important.

A word about serving sparkling wines. Remove the cork with a gentle twist while holding the bottle at a 45-degree angle. I like to wrap a small towel around the cork. DO NOT POINT THE BOTTLE AT ANYONE since the bottle is under pressure and the cork can come out with force, as can the wine. This is a waste of good wine and should be avoided. Serve the wine in a six ounce tasting flute immediately before the guests are seated. You may want to have a chilled white, a Chardonnay, or Sauvignon Blanc, in reserve in case someone prefers a still wine. And if you always keep a chilled bottle of "Champagne on hand at all times, you'll be like me-ready for any celebration, planned or unplanned.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Charlie Wohlrab is a mixologist whose motto, “Drinking. . .more than a hobby” has been topmost in his mind since he first started tending bar while getting his Pharmacy degree. Now retired, when he’s not restoring his older home in New Jersey, he’s made it his goal to elevate the experience of having a daily cocktail from something mundane to something more exciting. He is now Harrisburg Magazine’s official bartender in residence.

My recipes are like my opinions,” says Wohlrab. “They continue to be refined as I try new products and work with old standbys.” Currently working on a book about cocktails, Wolhrab welcomes comments from his readers. He can be contacted at jgoodwin@harrisburgmagazine.com. 7