For everyone out there dreaming of a white Christmas, we decided to dig into the snow data to see how often a white Christmas happens in south-central Pennsylvania.
The first question we need to ask is: what is the definition of a white Christmas?
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If you are looking to try out a winter sport, Central Pennsylvania and some of its surrounding areas have you covered.
Although the skiing and snowboarding season has not kicked off yet, it’s never too early to start planning where you will be hitting the slopes.
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — If you’re trying to decide what to do on New Year’s Eve, look no further.
Here’s a list of celebrations and ball drops sent to FOX43. (If yours isn’t included, send the details to news@fox43.com.)
All of the festivities will be held on Dec. 31, unless otherwise noted in bold type.
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PENNSYLVANIA (WHTM) — Pickles, strawberries, and flowers are just some of the objects that will be dropped (or raised) in the Midstate to celebrate the end of 2022 and the start of the new year. Here are some ways to welcome 2023 in Central Pennsylvania:
A pickle drop and fireworks will welcome the new year in Dillsburg. There will be games from 4-7 p.m., a “baby pickle drop” at 7 p.m., and bingo at 8 p.m. at Dillsburg Elementary School. Then at midnight, there will be a pickle drop and fireworks in the parking lot by Ace Hardware. Learn more here.
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We could all use a little positivity to brighten our day, especially during the holidays, which can be a particularly challenging time of year for some.
Former news photojournalist Preston Mitchum left news after nearly 20 years to take over the family business while his dad was sick. During that time, he gathered little bits of positive affirmations that he put together to make his first book “Positive Vibes.”
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HARRISBURG, Pa. – On Sunday morning, Dec. 11, Penn State Harrisburg men’s basketball players and coaches joined Middletown Police Detective Adam Tankersley and Penn State Harrisburg Police Officer Phil Peng to treat 20 local children to a holiday shopping spree at Ollie’s Bargain Outlet for the second annual Shop With a Cop and Penn State Harrisburg Player event.
“What began as a request from Detective Tankersley two years ago has grown into this wonderful event thanks to the great teamwork from all involved,” said Penn State Harrisburg head coach Don Friday when describing the initiative’s genesis.
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HARRISBURG, Pa. — Harrisburg residents made their way out to the Jackson Lick Pool on Wednesday for a free Community Day to beat the heat.
The free day of fun was available to any city resident who stopped by. Harrisburg officials say they’re always excited to host events that bring the community together.
“One thing about today is that I’ve seen a lot more adults come in with their children. This is one of the main components that we’ve been trying to reach,” said Kevin Sanders, the Parks & Recreation Manager in Harrisburg.
Bellefonte kicked off Fourth of July weekend on Saturday with Logan Fire Company’s Independence Day parade.
Hundreds of people lined the streets from the high school to Talleyrand Park to watch as local emergency responders, musicians, youth performing arts groups, political figures and more proceeded through the borough, tossing more than 10,000 pieces of candy along the way.
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July is festival season for central Pennsylvania with celebrations across Centre County, including the long-awaited return of the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts. Here are five can’t-miss festivals featuring live music, food and local artists to keep you busy in July.
July 4, starting at 4 p.m. at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park
Central PA 4th Fest is returning to Medlar Field this year with fireworks, food and live music. Unlike previous years, a parade and 5k run won’t be part of the event this year. Tickets start at $15 but packages for large groups and VIP suites are available on the State College Spikes Website.
Indianapolis
It wouldn’t be St. Patrick’s Day in the Circle City without the annual greening of the canal. This year’s event is scheduled for March 16 at 5 p.m. at Ohio and West Street downtown on the Ohio Street canal basin.
Bands, balloons, floats and more are just some of the things taking part in the 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 17. The parade starts at 11:30 a.m. at the intersection of North and Pennsylvania Streets.
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Martha Weidensaul’s voice cracked, with tears pooling in the corner of her right eye, when she reflected on this being the final year for Tannenbaum Farms. For more than 40 years, she and her husband Craig greeted county residents every winter in what’s become central Pennsylvania’s largest cut-your-own-tree farm, where they sold firs, spruces and pines to homes looking for Christmas trees. It’s not that they’re eager to move onto their next stop, Foxdale Village Retirement Community in State College, but they simply can’t move like they used to. At 78 and 82 years old, respectively, the longtime owners know it’s time to hang up their Christmas wreaths and call it a career.
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Central Pennsylvania is welcoming back one of the largest holiday shows in the country with the return of the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show.
The event marks the show’s 38th year, which began yesterday and will be open to the public until Sunday at the Farm Show Complex, located at 2300 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg.
The show features over 500 vendors selling a wide array of unique gifts, including jewelry, ceramics, paintings and more.
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Save yourself the hassle and dine out on Thanksgiving Day
After all, you won’t have to slave away for hours and deal with dirty dishes. (And, that’s a real blessing.)
Several restaurants and hotels will open their doors on the Nov. 25 with brunches, buffets and dinners. Many more are offering takeout meal packages.
Since the holiday is fast approaching, here’s a list of Thanksgiving Day dining options in central Pennsylvania. Keep checking back because we plan to update the list as we hear from more restaurants.
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MIDDLEBURG, Pa. (WBRE/WYOU) — Preparations for the Christmas season are already underway in Washington D.C. as a Christmas tree from a farm in Pennsylvania’s Snyder County began its voyage to the nation’s capital Friday morning.
Darryl Bowersox grew up working on his grandfather’s farm, purchased in 1954. Decades later, he owns Hill View Christmas Tree Farm in Middleburg.
“I look at this, not so much from my own standpoint, but what it means to the area,” said Bowersox.
After more than three decades of growing the 28-and-a-half foot tree, Bowersox decided to donate it to the nation as the 2021 National Christmas Tree, which will be lit by President Biden. A trailer carrying the massive tree departed for Washington D.C. just after 9:00 a.m. according to Nexstar’s WBRE/WYOU.
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Williamsport — Boomer’s Drive-Thru Trick or Treat, a free trick or treating experience for children and their families, will return this year — organized by The Williamsport Crosscutters in association with the City of Williamsport.
The event will take place in the Muncy Bank Ballpark parking lot on Friday, Oct. 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. and is sponsored by UPMC and Backyard Broadcasting.
Hosted by Boomer, the Cutters’ popular mascot, the event welcomes costumed children age 14 to join a fun, safe, trick or treating experience. Over twenty area businesses, along with some of Boomer’s mascot buddies, will be handing out treats at the event, according to the event press release.
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South Central Pennsylvania is home to some of the most unique New Year’s Eve celebrations on the planet. Unfortunately, because of COVID-19, none will look the same as we’re used to this year.
Thanks again, 2020.
Whether it’s a pickle in Dillsburg, a ‘Kiss’ in Hershey, or a massive bologna in Lebanon, local communities are choosing to forego their traditional New Year’s Eve festivities in favor of scaled down, virtual events, or in some cases, nothing at all.
HARRISBURG
The capital city’s New Year’s Eve celebration will take place entirely virtually. According to organizers, there will be a virtual countdown to midnight featuring iconic City of Harrisburg locations and organizations followed by a fireworks compilation from previous years. There will be no in-person strawberry drop or fireworks.
LANCASTER
Unlike previous years, there is no Red Rose Countdown or live concert in Binns Park. However, the city says there will be two mobile DJs — DJ Pritty & DJ Watts — driving around Southwest Lancaster City from 6-8 p.m., and there will be two fireworks displays in Lancaster’s northern and southeast quadrants at 8 p.m. to mark the new year.
LEBANON
According to the city’s website, there will be no in-person New Year’s Eve events. However, the city plans to hold its annual bologna drop from an undisclosed location, and livestream it online beginning at 11:50 p.m.
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HARRISBURG, Pa. — A food distribution Tuesday afternoon in Harrisburg will feed people for the holidays.
The event is expected to help 800 families and individuals.
The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank and the Harrisburg Police Department will distribute food boxes from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at three locations in the Harrisburg School District: John Harris High School, Ben Franklin Elementary School and Foose Elementary School.
The boxes will include fresh produce, milk, eggs and meat.
Recipients do not have to pre-register, and the event is open to families in the area.
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In early April of this year, faith leaders and religious organizations were forced to take drastic safety measures to suspend in-person Easter or Passover services at churches and synagogues due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Eight months later, COVID-19 numbers continue to climb throughout the state, reaching numbers far higher than those seen in the spring. And as the end-of-year holiday season approaches, those same religious organizations are weighing their options for the safety and well-being of their congregations.
Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts’ annual New Year’s Eve celebration, First Night State College, was canceled this year, but a weekslong, socially-distanced and partially virtual event will take its place.
Rick Bryant, executive director for the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, said the organization’s board decided in September to approach the New Year’s Eve festivities from a different angle, making use of their various assets to support artists and spread holiday cheer throughout the month of December.
December to Remember includes a range of events and activities, including streamed performances, an online artists’ marketplace featuring more than 240 artists from around the country and the Puttin’ on the Glitz home decorating contest.
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As a dreary 2020 draws to a close, some people are putting up their Christmas decorations early to kickstart the holiday season with a little festivity and cheer.
One dazzling show by Mother Nature that could spark some hope and joy – a white Christmas – is possible for some parts of the country, according to a new, long-range forecast by AccuWeather.com.
But will central Pennsylvania see a holiday season right out of a Bing Crosby movie?
