Go Shop View archives

• The Bare Wall Gallery

  Here’s a trendy indie shop, that's been around since the '70s, where you can find gifts as unique as the person that you are celebrating. This boutique specializes in books on Pennsylvania and local history, as well as hand-made greeting cards, pottery, jewelry, imported soaps and aromatherapy items. (9/2011)

  712 Green St
  717-236-8504

• Bogey’s Corner Unique Pup-tique

  This boutique offers classy duds and fancy toys for pups and the people who love them. Choose from jewelry, accessories and pet-themed gifts. (9/2011)

  413 Walnut St
  717-233-0487

• Mystery Books Shop

  Stock up on summer reads with a choice from thousands of new and used mystery titles at this shop that's been a local standard since 1990. Find books in various conditions from "fair" to "near fine." (9/2011)

  6 Clouser Rd, Mechanicsburg
  717-795-7470
  mysterybooksonline.com
  

 

Go See View archives

• THE STATE MUSEUM OF PENNSYLVANIA

  Set in the heart of Downtown, this museum boasts a multimedia planetarium, archaeological artifacts, fine arts and military objects from around the Commonwealth. Aimed at interpreting the state’s heritage, it showcases everything from Native Americans, colonial and revolutionary beginnings, to the industrial age. (9/2011)

  300 North St
  717-787-4980
  www.statemuseumpa.org
  

• Little League World Series

  Cheer on the little sluggers as 16 American and international teams compete to win this year’s championship title at the annual Little League World Series Championship. Admission to all games is free. Aug. 18-28. (9/2011)

  At Lamade Volunteer Stadiums, 539 US Highway 15, Williamsport
  570-326-1921
  littleleague.org
  

• Animals in the Ranks of the Civil War

  This new exhibit focuses on the dogs, camels, eagles and other animals that were adopted by troops in the Civil War to serve as mascots and companions. It’s a fascinating study of the relationships between animals and their owners. Through Sept. 4. (9/2011)

  At The National Civil War Museum One Lincoln Cir at Reservoir Park
  717- 260-1861
  nationalciv...rmuseum.org
  

 

Go Eat View archives

• Dunes

  Enjoy the fusion of Moroccan and Mediterranean cuisine at this casual restaurant. Try authentic dishes like Bastilla, phyllo stuffed with succulent morsels of shrimp, chicken or spinach. The wild salmon tangine with tomatoes, bell peppers and potato slices is a surefire way to please. $$ (9/2011)

  19 S Third St
  717-695-0873
  harrisburgdunes.com
  

• Miso Sushi and Grill

  This quaint spot is quickly becoming a local favorite for its larger-than-average sushi rolls. Going raw? Try an orange flamingo roll (spicy salmon with homemade wasabi). Want grilled? Go for a dish with homemade teriyaki sauce. The chef is known for surprising guests with creations (on the house). $$ (9/2011)

  4620 Jonestown Rd
  717-526-4088
  misosushibar.com
  

• Accomac Inn

  This award-winning spot serves French-American cuisine in a building that’s as old as the nation itself. Enjoy gourmet presentations like a half duck flambéed tableside with breast and leg confit, parsley potatoes, veggies and rhubarb-sage jus—inside or on the porch that overlooks the Susquehanna River. $$$$ (9/2011)

  6330 River Dr, York
  717-252-1521
  accomacinn.com
  

 

Go Party View archives

• CADDY SHACK

  Chow down on an order of famous Shack wings and wash them down with a Water Hazard—the club’s signature drink made of vodka, Maui Blue and wildberry schnapps. Enjoy the view of the Back 9 from the deck or the indoor bar overlooking the 18th green. (9/2011)

  800 Orr’s Bridge Rd, Mechanicsburg
  717-975-0940
  armitagegolfclub.com
  

• Dockside Willies

  Recent renovations bring this local hotspot new life overlooking the Susquehanna River from the west bank. There’s top-notch pub grub, awesome deck seating and a great beer list, including local micros. (9/2011)

  449 S Front St, Wormleysburg
  717- 730-4443
  docksidewillies.com
  

• Hofbrauhaus

  Sure, this pub serves authentic German cuisine. But, more importantly, it serves German beer—weisses and veldensteiners, cold and by the liter. Prosit! (9/2011)

  135 W King St, Abbottstown
  717-259-9641
  germanfoodinpa.com