Good morning, Harrisburg.

Broad Street Market offers extended Wednesday hours for 10 vendors at the Stone Building — a sign of its ongoing recovery after a 2023 fire and December 2025 wall collapse delaying restoration.

Established in 1860, the market continues drawing shoppers with its renewed schedule.

Soul Lotta Empanadas celebrates National Empanada Day in Harrisburg with a food truck offering savory and sweet empanadas (featuring rotating specials) and comfort-style sides by Chef Andre Young.

Locals can enjoy an array of flavors in a festive setting.

Daniel Lufkin was named the new president of HACC by the Board of Trustees effective April 7 and will begin on June 3 at the community college known as Pennsylvania's first and largest; former president John Sygielski stays as advisor until July 3 (guiding the transition).

Harrisburg University students are building a portable ecosystem to feed astronauts by using oysters to filter dirty water for plant irrigation — the project is funded by the Keystone Space Collaborative Innovation Challenge and partnered with NASA to support future lunar and Mars missions.

A Maryland-based conservation group is offering high school students hands-on education on the Conodoguinet Creek today.

The program spans the Commonwealth and teaches essential ecology skills.

Penn State Harrisburg is hosting a two-day healthcare innovation workshop at the campus in Middletown.

It takes place Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Morrison Gallery (in the Madlyn L. Hanes Library) and partners with local innovation centers to boost patient-centered startup ideas.

Powering PA Forward, a new coalition that includes the Harrisburg Regional Chamber (CREDC) and local groups will advocate for smarter energy policies and job protections as the energy grid faces increased demand.

The group plans to protect utility investments to help families manage rising energy costs.

Dauphin County commissioners approved changes in the economic development department — George Connor will retire next Wednesday with his last day on April 15 while Daniel Robinson was fired in March and both positions have been posted for replacement.

Drivers in Harrisburg face higher parking costs as officials add a new 99-cent transaction fee to every session today (a change that has frustrated many local motorists).

The adjustment is part of ongoing revenue updates.

The Four Horsemen - Tribute to Metallica

8:00-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets available — Experience the thunderous tribute to Metallica with precise riffs and high-energy performances.

Plants & Pints Festival

1-5 p.m. — Strawberry Square — $20.00 — Celebrate community spirit with food and drink at this culinary festival.

Dave Matthews Tribute Band

8:30-10:30 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets vary — Celebrate the music of the Dave Matthews Band in a nostalgic 90’s atmosphere.

The Weeknd Night Dance Party

8-11 p.m. — Capital City Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant beats of The Weeknd at this exciting dance party for adults.

Singer's Lounge

6-10 p.m. — Capital City Music Hall — $35 VIP, $30 Reserved Seating — Celebrate a decade of R&B and Soul with local artists at this lively showcase.

Spring Student Entrepreneur Showcase

11 AM - 2 PM — Capital Union Building (CUB) — Free entry — Explore innovative student-run business ventures and enjoy a taco bar while networking.

Railroad Earth Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — XL Live — Cost info unavailable — Experience a captivating performance by Railroad Earth in a vibrant atmosphere.

Pink Talking Fish Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — XL Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fusion of Pink Floyd, The Talking Heads and Phish!

Pigeons Playing Ping Pong

7-8:30 p.m. — XL Live — Cost info not provided — Experience the vivacious and energetic performance from Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, a band that thrives on community and connection through their music.

Melissa Etheridge Concert

8-11 p.m. — Hershey Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy-winning artist Melissa Etheridge during her 'The Rise Tour'.