Dear Friends,

Cynthia Enrivo’s powerful, sustained belt at the end of Defying Gravity in Wicked is nothing short of legendary! Not to be outdone, Ariana Grande’s E6 note at the end of No One Mourns the Wicked is almost beyond comprehension. Their talent is on full display in such moments. But I’m equally, if not more impressed, by their soft tones and vocal vulnerability in numbers like I’m Not That Girl and For Good. 

Maybe I’m letting my obsession with the release of Wicked: For Good tomorrow on November 21 get to me, but I can’t help compare the vocal high notes and low tones in the movie to leadership. Leadership isn’t just about the high notes. There are times when the low tones are more effective. As leaders, we need quiet, reflective moments to listen and consider what the world needs, what our teams need. We need time to explore the depths of our voice and how we want to use it for good. We need times to softly harmonize with those around us and let their voices shine louder than ours. Sometimes, we just need to listen to the music, not use our voice at all, and let our actions sing.

If the Wicked references are lost on you, I hope the analogy is not. If you’re going to see the movie this weekend, enjoy! Either way, take some time to recharge your voice and your spirit over the Thanksgiving Holiday and be sure to use it For Good! 

Happy Thanksgiving and take good care.

Una 

Una Martone

President & CEO

Leadership Harrisburg Area 

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Strawberry Square Music Series

November 21, 2025 | UPMC Clock Block Stage | 6:00 - 9:00 PM

The all-new Strawberry Square Music Series brings live music and entertainment to Harrisburg's 3rd in the Burg Fridays! Join us at the UPMC Clock Box Stage in the Atrium of Strawberry Square for a dynamic lineup of performances. Expect Live music from a diverse lineup of talented artists, Pop-up food and beverage vendors right in the Square, A FREE, vibrant community event perfect for music lovers of all ages. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Holiday Parade - City of Harrisburg

November 22, 2025 | 10 North 2nd Street | 10 AM

Join the City of Harrisburg for the annual Holiday Parade! This year’s theme is “Deck the Paws.” The parade will feature giant parade balloons, marching band and dance/step/drill team performances, decorated floats, characters, Santa Claus and more! The parade takes place on Front and 2nd Streets from Market to North. After the parade, head to Strawberry Square to meet Santa, enjoy FREE hot chocolate and cookies. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Celebration of Color: If Herr Street Could Talk

November 22, 2025 | Susquehanna Art Museum | 5 PM - 8 PM

Susquehanna Art Museum is pleased to present If Herr Street Could Talk, the

homecoming exhibition of award-winning abstract artist and Harrisburg native, Alteronce Gumby. Featuring twenty-five works, the exhibition celebrates Gumby’s investigation of color and material. While Gumby now works in the Bronx, New York City, he grew up on Herr Street, located a few blocks from Susquehanna Art Museum. In 2004, he graduated from Harrisburg High School,

eventually making his way to Yale School of Art where he obtained an MFA in Painting and Printmaking. Gumby’s work is inspired by the history of abstract painting, color theory, and the study of the cosmos. Applying broken glass and gemstones to the surface of his paintings, Gumby explores the way color changes as light moves across his works. Reminiscent of outer space, Gumby’s

vibrant paintings invite viewers to imagine that there may be colors in the universe that haven’t been discovered yet. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Guys & Dolls - Theatre Harrisburg

November 14 - 23, 2025 | Whitaker Center | Various Showtimes

Set in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City, Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler, Nathan Detroit, tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend and nightclub performer, Adelaide, laments that they’ve been engaged for fourteen years. Nathan turns to fellow gambler, Sky Masterson, for the dough, and Sky ends up chasing the straight-laced missionary, Sarah Brown, as a result. Guys and Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba, and even into the sewers of New York City, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong. Secure your tickets for Season 100 today by visiting theatreharrisburg.com or by contacting our box office Tues-Friday 10am-2pm at 717-232-5501! ✨

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Candy Cane Walk

November 23, 2025 | Downtown Camp Hill | 12:00 - 4:00 PM

Kick off the season with an afternoon full of festive fun, family activities, and local shopping along Market Street. This beloved tradition is Downtown Camp Hill’s longest-running event and it brings together neighbors, small businesses, and holiday cheer — all in one place. Spend the afternoon shopping local, grabbing a cozy drink, hearing live music, and treating the kids to classic holiday fun — candy canes, Santa sightings, and hands-on activities included.

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Free Webinar for Small Nonprofits - Productive Fundraising

November 25, 2025 | Virtual | 1:00 - 2:00 PM

Join fundraising master trainer, Chad Barger, ACFRE, ACNP, for a workshop covering fundraising planning. We’ll cover some of the biggest mistakes that nonprofit organizations make when putting together their annual fundraising plan and how to avoid them. Processes and tools will be shared which pare the planning process down to its simplest form. Attendees leave with actionable steps that they can take to make their organization’s planning process more effective and efficient. (Click the Graphic to Register)

LHA Alumni Happy Hour

December 3, 2025 | Open Stage | 4:30 - 6:00 PM

Leadership Harrisburg Area alumni are invited to a special happy hour at Open Stage on Wednesday, December 3. Join us to reconnect with your classmates and meet members of the CLS Class of 2026 at the conclusion of their session day. Get in the holiday spirit with the “Best Class Cocktail” and special LHA Merch! Can’t wait to see you there. (Click the Graphic to Register)

Pursuit of Justice Purse Auction -YWCA Greater Harrisburg

December 4, 2025 | West Shore Country Club | 5:30 - 8:30 PM

The Pursuit of Justice Purse Auction will support the YWCA Greater Harrisburg's Legal programs, which provide free, civil legal representation to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. Join us for a live and silent auction of handbags and accessories by top designers, music, refreshments and fashion! Our live auction will feature Prada, Burberry, Fendi, Tom Ford and Gucci. In our Silent Auction you'll find great brands like Tory Burch, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, and so much more, in addition to creative and unusual bags and accessories! The best part - there is a price point for everyone! (Click the Graphic for Details)

Black Nativity - SANKOFA African American Theatre Company

December 5 - 7, 2025 | Rose Lehrman Theatre | Various Showtimes

Step into a world where the timeless story of Christ's birth comes alive through the magnificent fusion of African American spirituality, jubilant gospel music, and triumphant celebration. Langston Hughes’ classic, Black Nativity, is far more than a theatrical performance—it's a transformative soul-stirring experience that captivates audiences and evokes the magic of the holiday season through a celebration of faith, family, and community. Join us for Sankofa's beloved annual production of this joyous holiday musical that reimagines the Christmas story through the lens of African American culture, blending scripture, poetry, dance, and song in this fourth annual production that has been bringing together audiences from all walks of life for a holiday tradition that celebrates the reason for the season. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Voices of Leadership

December 19, 2025 | Penn Harris Hotel | 7:30-9 AM

You won’t want to miss the last session of Leadership Harrisburg Area’s Voices of Leadership series, powered by PNC. Community Relations Advisor at Penn State Health and Founder & President of All About Hershey, Jim George will share a wealth of information and insights related to Milton Hershey’s life, leadership, and legacy. How can we channel a little of the Milton Hershey magic? Join us to find out! (Click the Graphic to Register)

Opening Reception: All Access Harrisburg

December 19, 2025 | Art Association of Harrisburg | 5 - 8 PM

“All Access Harrisburg” is a four-man photography show focusing on Pennsylvania’s capital city. Photographers William Hicks, Dr. Eliseo Rosario, Ron Steficek, and Michael Yatsko will display together their many takes on Harrisburg and her inhabitants. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Seeking Committee Members - American Red Cross

The American Red Cross of Central PA is seeking 3-5 new philanthropy committee members. The philanthropy committee is a subcommittee of our chapter board of directors. Primary roles include developing and implementing fundraising plans and strategies to achieve revenue targets. The candidate works in partnership with the philanthropy committee chair, executive director and financial development staff. To inquire, contact Laura Burke, Executive Director, at Laura.Burke@redcross.org. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Seeking Board Members - Beahive Affordable Housing

🐝 Ready to make a buzz in your community? Beahive is looking for passionate changemakers to join our Board of Directors or serve on committees in marketing, finance, grant writing, or event planning. Help us build something beautiful! Contact Samara Scott, Executive Director:

sscott@beahivehousing.org #MakeYourHiveAHome

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Call for Volunteers: Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association

If you enjoy spending time in the fresh air, making new friends and interacting with people with disabilities and the animals that help them, Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association Inc. (CATRA) in East Hanover Township, near Grantville, is looking for volunteers of all ages to help us with our therapeutic horseback riding lessons and animal care. Since 1985, Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association (CATRA), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, has provided quality equine and animal-assisted therapeutic programs to the people of the Capital area, including Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, Schuylkill and York counties each week. For more information, please contact Ben Nolt at 717-649-9822 or go to catra.net/volunteer 

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Seeking Board Member - Central Pennsylvania Conservancy

A local land conservation organization, Central Pennsylvania Conservancy

(CPC), seeks to fill a vacancy for the Treasurer position on its Board of Directors. Since 1982, CPC's mission has been to acquire, preserve, and protect local land and natural resources in South-Central Pennsylvania. Serving a core geographic area of Cumberland, Perry, and Franklin counties, CPC aims to create a local network of permanently protected lands, through funding partnerships, fostering a community committed to conservation, and acquiring key lands and conservation easements. The Board meets six times per year, typically on the third Tuesday every other month. To learn more about this opportunity and its responsibilities, please contact Board President Anna Yelk, at 717-756-9763, ayelk@centralpaconservancy.org, or, Executive Director Peggy Fogarty, at 717-241-4360, pfogarty@centralpaconservancy.org.

Seeking Board Members - Harrisburg Singers

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in our community? We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. As a board member, you will help guide our organization’s mission, contribute to important decisions, and collaborate with a dynamic team of leaders. If you are committed to making a difference and have skills or experience in leadership, marketing, fundraising, or community engagement, we want to hear from you! All backgrounds and perspectives are welcome. To apply or learn more, please contact us at TheHarrisburgSingers@gmail.com or visit our website at www.TheHarrisburgSingers.org. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Call for Volunteers - Junior Achievement

Who will you inspire this year? Last year we inspired 113,416 local students thanks to you - our volunteers! It's time to sign up to volunteer for JA programs during the 2025-26 school year. Register for one or more JA BizTown, YES!, STEM Summit, or REAL Life programs through our registration form. The registration link will show a complete list of dates in chronological order for the 25/26 school year. Once you register, JA's simple process provides training, logistics, and reminders to make volunteering a success!

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To learn more about any of our volunteer-led programs, please see our Volunteer Overview: Volunteer Overview

Call for Volunteers - Kareems Mission

Volunteers Needed! Join us at Kareem’s Mission Autism Center to make a difference for children and families. Flexible hours • Training provided • Impact that lasts a lifetime! Email info@hagirnetwork.com

Call for Volunteers - LHM Social Services Foundation

LHM Social Services Foundation is opening its Harrisburg-area Horizons transitional housing program in January 2026! The Horizons program will serve unhoused individuals and families, providing a place to live, meals, and supportive programing in a community setting. Volunteer in the Horizons program with our Beam Teams, serving at reception, with meal service, and more! Visit www.lhm-foundation.org or contact Mel Cronin, Volunteer Coordinator, at mel.cronin@lhm-foundation.org or 717.402.6317, to learn more. Help chart a course toward housing security for those in need!

Seeking Board Members - NAMI Central PA

Are you passionate about mental health? Interested in gaining or growing your experience on a nonprofit board while supporting a mission that changes lives? NAMI Central PA (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is seeking a motivated and mission-driven individual to join our Board of Directors. NAMI Central PA is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness through free education, advocacy, and support programs. We are a grassroots, volunteer-driven organization committed to reducing stigma and promoting mental wellness in our region. We are currently seeking a board member who: Is passionate about mental health and community advocacy, Wants to gain or build on experience serving on a nonprofit board, Has experience in fundraising, donor engagement, or development strategies, Has working knowledge of business financial statements and accounting principles, Is committed to advancing the mission of NAMI through leadership and service, Has a commitment to the community. Contact April Downing:717.233.1164

(adowning@namicentralpa.org) for more information.

Seeking Volunteers - Thrive Center for Independent Living

Volunteers Needed! Help Us Make a Difference. Are you passionate about helping others? We’re looking for dedicated volunteers to support our mission of providing free services to disabled residents in Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry, and Juniata Counties. Your time and talent can uplift lives and strengthen our community. Interested? Contact Jahlysa Garcia at jgarcia@thrivecil.org or call 717-346-0279 to learn more and get involved. Together, we thrive.

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Calling All Compassionate Hearts - Interns Needed!

We need your help! Our wildlife center is facing a critical shortage of animal care coverage as we head into late summer and fall. If you've ever dreamed of making a real difference in the lives of wild animals, now is your chance! We're seeking dedicated wildlife care interns to join our team, and we need tons of help during this busy season. If you're ready for an incredibly impactful experience, learn more and apply today! Come join us and the rest of the critters! (Click the Graphic for Details)

Wildheart Ministries Events & Volunteer Opportunities

Love the Hill Wildheart Ministries is seeking individuals for various Volunteering Opportunities. Volunteer as an individual or as a group with an organization. Check out all of their upcoming events including their Annual Transformation Gala, Christmas at the Mansion, volunteering days, and Weekly Produce offers from The Hill Farm! Check them out and see which opportunity is best for you! (Click the Graphic for Details)

Job Opportunity: Executive Director - Dauphin County CASA

Dauphin County CASA is seeking a dynamic Executive Director to inspire volunteers, strengthen community partnerships, and champion the needs of children in foster care. The ideal candidate will bring proven leadership and fundraising experience to sustain and grow our impact across Dauphin County. Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications to csteinour@dauphincountycasa.org by December 31, 2025.

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Neighbors Helping Neighbors

Leadership Harrisburg Area is proud to partner with Community Aid. Did you know that we can earn income through your donations? Simply provide LHA’s partner number with your next donation: 50330.

Seeking Nominations - Kareem's Mission Awards

Kareem’s Mission Autism Support is proud to announce the launch of the Kareem’s Mission Awards, honoring extraordinary individuals who embody our values of unity, inclusion, hope, advocacy, and transformation. Each spring during Autism Awareness Month, we come together at our Annual Awards Luncheon – April 11, 2026, to celebrate changemakers across the U.S. who are making a real difference in their communities. Anyone may submit a nomination — including self-nominations! A panel of judges will review all entries with fairness and integrity. If you know someone who inspires others through their compassion, leadership, or advocacy — nominate them today! Help us honor the individuals who are building a more inclusive and supportive world for those on the autism spectrum and beyond.

Award Categories: Nomination Period: November 1 – February 1

-The S.K.I. Award – Service, Kindness & Inclusion

-The A.B.L.E. Award – Advocacy, Bravery, Leadership & Empowerment

-The U.N.I.T.Y. Award – Understanding, Nurturing, Inclusion, Togetherness & Youth Engagement

-The H.O.P.E. Award – Hold On, Pain Ends (Mental Health & Compassion)

-The L.I.G.H.T. Award – Leadership, Impact, Growth, Hope & Transformation

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Job Opportunity: Grants Program Officer - TFEC

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) is actively seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to administer a vital aspect of our mission. This role will play a crucial part in driving community impact and strengthening donor support through our grant program. Join us in making a meaningful difference! (Click the Graphic for Details)

The Community Caller is emailed to over 2700 subscribers on a regular schedule every month. The goal of the publication is to match people and resources with service opportunities and missions & programs that benefit the community. Announcements are placed primarily by non profit organizations, educational institutions, and other community organizations. If you would like to include an event or announcement in the next issue, please feel free to contact LHA with detailed information including:

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• Date of Event
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