West Shore Events: September 3–9, 2026

Mechanicsburg is fairy-tale central this weekend, when The Rosemary House's 32nd annual Fairy Festival takes over downtown Saturday and Sunday. The rest of the week keeps pace — three tribute concerts back-to-back at New Cumberland's West Shore Theatre, a dozen-plus library and kids' programs, and 9/11 remembrance events in Carlisle and New Cumberland, plus a Senior Expo in Camp Hill and Speranza's Septemberfest for rescue dogs in Mechanicsburg.

Senator Keefer's 1st Annual Senior Expo
Thu 9/10 · 10:00 AM · West Shore YMCA, Camp Hill · Free
A free community resource expo hosted by Senator Dawn Keefer, bringing together 50+ local businesses and organizations for older adults, family members, and caregivers, with health screenings, immunizations, and door prizes. event details

🧒 Toddler Time
Thu 9/10 · 10:30 AM · New Cumberland Public Library - Children's Program Room, New Cumberland · Free · Ages 0-5 / Preschool
Short, interactive stories and activities for toddlers who've outgrown baby classes. event details

🧒 Kindergarten Readiness Class
Thu 9/10 · 1:00 PM · Simpson Public Library - Meeting Rooms A & B, Mechanicsburg · Free · Ages 0-5 / Preschool
A skill-building class for children entering kindergarten in fall 2027 and their parents. event details

🧒 Elementary Test Lab
Thu 9/10 · 3:30 PM · Fredricksen Library - Kunkel Creation Station (KCS), Camp Hill · Free · Ages 06-11 / Grades K-5
STEAM-themed play for kids ages 6-8, running experiments to test design and engineering skills. event details

Fall Forest Magic
Thu 9/10 · 4:30 PM · New Cumberland Public Library - Children's Program Room, New Cumberland · Free · Ages 12-18 / Grades 6-12
A forest-themed craft program: pixie dust, leaf and flower crowns, and critter crafts. event details

New Cumberland Food Truck & Restaurant Rally (September)
Thu 9/10 · 5:00 PM · Downtown New Cumberland, New Cumberland · Free to attend
A monthly outdoor food truck and local-restaurant rally with a rotating vendor lineup, plus live music from Jake Rollins Music (see Live Music This Week). event details

That Acoustic Thang!
Thu 9/10 · 6:00 PM · Metropolis Collective, Mechanicsburg · No Cover
A weekly open mic for singer/songwriters to share their music and network — come to play or just listen. event details

90s Music Bingo Night at Midstate Distillery
Thu 9/10 · 6:00 PM · Midstate Distillery, Mechanicsburg
A 90s-themed music bingo night — listen for songs from the decade, mark your card, and try to be first to BINGO. event details

Resume Writing
Thu 9/10 · 6:00 PM · Fredricksen Library - Business & Career Center, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A Business & Career Center workshop on resume styles, techniques, and Applicant Tracking System (ATS) software. event details

Grateful Dub: A Reggae-Infused Tribute to The Grateful Dead
Thu 9/10 · 6:15 PM · West Shore Theatre, New Cumberland · $25 standard seats / $65 high-top (2) / $150 booth (4-6)
RoC (Roots of Creation) performs a reggae-infused tribute to Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead. Doors 6:15pm, concert 7pm. event details

Gardening with Nature: Simple Secrets to Houseplant Success
Thu 9/10 · 6:30 PM · Fredricksen - Ruggaber Community Room, Camp Hill · $5 at the door · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A Penn State Extension Master Gardeners lecture on houseplant care with Marla Miller and David Watts. event details

Nature Club Night
Thu 9/10 · 6:30 PM · Foundation House, New Cumberland · Free
A monthly gathering of the Nature Club, hosted by The New Cumberland Collective, to connect and plan nature adventures. event details

🧒 Story Time and Craft with Miss Kellie
Thu 9/10 · 6:30 PM · East Pennsboro Branch Library - Children's Library, Enola · Free · Ages 0-5 / Preschool
A storytime and craft session for ages 3-6, sponsored by Karns Foods; registration required. event details

Tykes2Teens Kids Consignment Event - Fall/Winter 2026
Thu 9/10 · 7:00 PM · Camp Hill Sports Center, Camp Hill · Free — admission free, no ticket required
A semi-annual kids consignment sale with gently used baby equipment, clothing, toys, books, furniture, and maternity wear. Continues Friday and Saturday. event details

Tykes2Teens Kids Consignment Event - Fall/Winter 2026
Fri 9/11 · 9:00 AM · Camp Hill Sports Center, Camp Hill · Free — admission free, no ticket required
The consignment sale continues. A semi-annual kids consignment sale with gently used baby equipment, clothing, toys, books, furniture, and maternity wear. event details

🧒 Peaceful Poses Yoga Story Time for Preschoolers
Fri 9/11 · 10:00 AM · Fredricksen Library - Ruggaber Community Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 0-5 / Preschool
Mindful movement, breathing, and stories with Ann Fields of Peaceful Poses Kids Yoga; recommended ages 2.5-5. event details

🧒 Block Party
Fri 9/11 · 10:30 AM · New Cumberland Public Library - Children's Program Room, New Cumberland · Free · Ages 0-5 / Preschool
A free-play STEM program where babies and toddlers explore building blocks and toys. event details

Peaceful Poses - Adult Yoga
Fri 9/11 · 10:45 AM · Fredricksen Library - Ruggaber Community Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A slow-flow adult yoga class with Ann Fields, open to all levels. event details

Class Dismissed Forever Party
Fri 9/11 · 11:00 AM · 878 Century Drive, Mechanicsburg · First 50 attendees get a free coffee or ice cream ticket
A retirement celebration hosted by PASR with resource tables, giveaways, and food from Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck and Sarah's Creamery. event details

Cars: 20th Anniversary (Screening)
Fri 9/11 · 1:00 PM · West Shore Theatre, New Cumberland · $8 adult / $7 senior / $6 child (matinee pricing)
A 20th-anniversary theatrical re-release of Pixar's “Cars.” Also screening Saturday, Tuesday, and Wednesday this week. event details

Indie and Foreign Film: Waking Ned Devine
Fri 9/11 · 2:00 PM · Fredricksen Library - Ruggaber Community Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A screening of the 1998 comedy “Waking Ned Devine,” followed by a discussion moderated by Lee Johnson. event details

Railroad Rhythms – Comedian Earl David Reed
Fri 9/11 · 5:00 PM · N Railroad Ave (Railroad Alley), Mechanicsburg · Free
The Borough of Mechanicsburg hosts comedian Earl David Reed as part of its “Railroad Rhythms” series. event details

Flags for Heroes
Fri 9/11 · 6:00 PM · West Shore Theatre, New Cumberland · Free
The Rotary Club of West Shore honors first responders, military personnel, and everyday heroes, marking the 7th annual Flags for Heroes and the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Reception 6pm, ceremony 7pm. event details

Next Stop Comedy at Gruver Farms Winery and Tasting Room
Fri 9/11 · 7:00 PM · Gruver Farms Winery and Tasting Room, New Cumberland · $27 general admission (all fees included)
A stand-up comedy lineup featuring acts seen on TV and heard on podcasts. Seating 6:30pm, show 7pm. event details

Bad Seed
Fri 9/11 · 7:30 PM · Oyster Mill Playhouse, Camp Hill · $15-$25 (including fees)
A community-theater drama directed by Matthew Golden — a suburban mother grows alarmed by her daughter Rhoda's unsettling behavior after a classmate's mysterious drowning. Continues Saturday this week. event details

Tykes2Teens Kids Consignment Event - Fall/Winter 2026
Sat 9/12 · 8:00 AM · Camp Hill Sports Center, Camp Hill · Free
Final day of the consignment sale — thousands of items 50% off. A semi-annual kids consignment sale with gently used baby equipment, clothing, toys, books, furniture, and maternity wear. event details

Blood Drive
Sat 9/12 · 8:00 AM · New Cumberland First Church of God (Fellowship Hall), New Cumberland · Free to donate (donors receive a free DQ Blizzard, t-shirt, honey jar, goody bag, and raffle entry)
A community blood drive with the Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank; a form of ID is required to donate. event details

EMMR Day at the Grove
Sat 9/12 · 8:00 AM · Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg · $10 admission
A vintage racecar exhibit and museum day hosted by the Eastern Museum of Motor Racing, with an autograph session and vintage cars on track. event details

Speranza Septemberfest 2026
Sat 9/12 · 9:00 AM · Williams Grove Historical Steam Engine Association, Mechanicsburg · Free
Speranza Animal Rescue's annual festival with live music, food trucks, 80+ vendors, adoptable dogs, kids crafts, and farm tours. event details

Trinity's Closet-on-Main
Sat 9/12 · 9:00 AM · Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mechanicsburg · Free of Charge
A free monthly clothing closet event in downtown Mechanicsburg. event details

Mental Health Awareness Walk-Community Day
Sat 9/12 · 9:00 AM · Adams-Ricci Park (Pavilion Midway), Enola · $35 general admission / $25 student rate / group rates available
NAMI Cumberland & Perry Counties' 5th annual Community Day for Mental Health, with yard games, chalk art, a speaker, a community walk, and live music by Dan Sisto during lunch (see Live Music This Week).

S.A.L Chicken BBQ
Sat 9/12 · 10:00 AM · Sons of the American Legion Squadron 109, Mechanicsburg · $12 dinner / $9 chicken half
A chicken BBQ fundraiser with an Auxiliary bake sale. event details

Rosemary House Fairy Festival
Sat 9/12 · 10:00 AM · The Rosemary House, Mechanicsburg · $7.50
The 32nd annual fairy-themed festival in downtown Mechanicsburg, rain or shine — cash strongly preferred. Continues Sunday. event details

CHPC Preschool's 70th Anniversary Block Party
Sat 9/12 · 12:00 PM · Camp Hill Presbyterian Church Preschool, Camp Hill · Free
A 70th-anniversary block party with Touch-A-Truck, a bounce house, face painting, a cake walk, and food trucks — alumni and past staff are especially invited. event details

Cars: 20th Anniversary (Screening)
Sat 9/12 · 1:00 PM · West Shore Theatre, New Cumberland · $8 adult / $7 senior / $6 child (matinee pricing)
The Pixar re-release continues — see Thursday's listing for details. event details

Teen Chill Fest
Sat 9/12 · 2:00 PM · Fredricksen Library - Ruggaber Community Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 12-18 / Grades 6-12
Games, crafts, music, and hangout time for teens; registration required. event details

Second Saturday Student Nights – Kickoff
Sat 9/12 · 6:00 PM · The Cracked Pot Coffee Shop, Mechanicsburg · High school and college students
The Cracked Pot Coffee Shop kicks off a new monthly student night series for high schoolers and college students. event details

Crystal Ship – A Tribute to The Doors
Sat 9/12 · 6:15 PM · West Shore Theatre, New Cumberland · $30 standard seats / $75 high-top (2) / $180 booth (4-6)
A tribute to The Doors and the 1960s Sunset Strip era, honoring the legacy of Jim Morrison. Doors 6:15pm, concert 7pm. event details

Derek Victor & Retro Rodeo
Sat 9/12 · 6:45 PM · Allenberry Playhouse, Boiling Springs · $20 Front Section, $15 Back Section
A ticketed Playhouse concert running through '80s, '90s, and 2000s country hits. Doors 6:45pm, show 7:30pm. event details

Bad Seed
Sat 9/12 · 7:30 PM · Oyster Mill Playhouse, Camp Hill · $15-$25 (including fees)
The drama continues — see Friday's listing for full details. event details

Rosemary House Fairy Festival
Sun 9/13 · 10:00 AM · The Rosemary House, Mechanicsburg · $7.50
The fairy festival continues. The 32nd annual fairy-themed festival in downtown Mechanicsburg, rain or shine — cash strongly preferred. event details

Designer Purse BINGO
Sun 9/13 · 1:00 PM · Enola Fire Company No. 3, Enola · $30 advance / $35 at door · 18+
A 4th annual designer-purse bingo fundraiser hosted by Cumberland Valley Cheerleading, with 20 games and Coach, Kate Spade, and Michael Kors prizes. event details

Crafting for a Cause
Sun 9/13 · 1:00 PM · Fredricksen Library - Small Meeting Room, Camp Hill · Free
Cut patterns and color encouragement cards for custom hospital gowns for kids in medical settings, hosted by Craft for a Cause. event details

Keystone Capital Chorus
Sun 9/13 · 3:00 PM · Historic Peace Church, Camp Hill / Mechanicsburg · Free
Friends of Peace Church's free outdoor summer concert series — bring a lawn chair or blanket. event details

Pine Brook Palooza
Sun 9/13 · 3:00 PM · Pavilion Park, Camp Hill · Free
A neighborhood block party with a DJ, bounce houses, games, and a food truck from Big Ray's Burgers & Dogs. event details

Cultural Series: The Mifflin Farm
Sun 9/13 · 3:00 PM · New Cumberland Public Library - Foundation House, New Cumberland · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A historical lecture on the Mifflin Home and Farm in Wrightsville, a site tied to freedom seekers escaping slavery. event details

A Farewell to Kings (AF2K) – Rush Tribute
Sun 9/13 · 5:15 PM · West Shore Theatre, New Cumberland · $30 standard seats / $75 high-top (2) / $180 booth (4-6)
A New Jersey-based tribute band recreates the music of Rush across its eras. Doors 5:15pm, concert 6pm. event details

Coffee (BYO) and Conversation
Mon 9/14 · 10:00 AM · Fredricksen Library - Small Meeting Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
An informal gathering to discuss meaningful topics over coffee brought from home. event details

🧒 Kindergarten Readiness Class
Mon 9/14 · 6:00 PM · Simpson Public Library - Meeting Room A, Mechanicsburg · Free · Ages 0-5 / Preschool
A skill-building class for children entering kindergarten in fall 2027 and their parents. event details

Homebuying 101
Mon 9/14 · 6:00 PM · Fredricksen Library - Business & Career Center, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A First Commonwealth Bank presentation on the steps to financing and buying a first home, from pre-approval to closing. event details

Word Basics
Tue 9/15 · 10:00 AM · Fredricksen Library - Business & Career Center, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A beginner-level Microsoft Word skills workshop using Business & Career Center laptops. event details

🧒 STEAM Scene
Tue 9/15 · 4:30 PM · New Cumberland Public Library - STEM Maker Space, New Cumberland · Free · Ages 06-11 / Grades K-5
A drop-in program letting school-aged kids explore math, science, technology, and engineering activities. event details

The Future of the Yellow Breeches at Allenberry
Tue 9/15 · 6:30 PM · Allenberry Resort (Institute for Learning & Renewal), Boiling Springs · Free
A free talk with Penn State ichthyology professor Jay Stauffer on building a thriving wild trout population in the Yellow Breeches. event details

Bean Mosaic Sunflower Craft
Tue 9/15 · 6:30 PM · East Pennsboro Branch Library - Commissioners Room, Enola · Free
Kids and adults make a bean-mosaic baby cow, sorting beans by color; recommended ages 5+. event details

Cars: 20th Anniversary (Screening)
Tue 9/15 · 7:00 PM · West Shore Theatre, New Cumberland · $10 adult / $8 senior / $7 child (evening pricing)
A 20th-anniversary theatrical re-release of Pixar's “Cars.” event details

🧒 Library Treasure Hunt
Wed 9/16 · 11:30 AM · East Pennsboro Branch Library - Main Area, Enola · Free · Ages 0-5 / Preschool
A treasure-map scavenger hunt around the library with Miss Sandi; recommended ages 3-6. event details

Cars: 20th Anniversary (Screening)
Wed 9/16 · 1:00 PM · West Shore Theatre, New Cumberland · $8 adult / $7 senior / $6 child (matinee pricing)
The Pixar re-release wraps its run this week — see Thursday's listing for details. event details

Unlocking Better Relationships
Wed 9/16 · 1:00 PM · Simpson Public Library - LBSC Conference Room, Mechanicsburg · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A presentation on building healthier friendships, communication, and relationships, for men, women, and teens. event details

Drop-In STEM Play
Wed 9/16 · 4:30 PM · East Pennsboro Branch Library - Main Area, Enola · Free
A drop-in exploration of STEM kits; all supplies provided. event details

Top Gun (Classic Screening)
Wed 9/16 · 7:00 PM · West Shore Theatre, New Cumberland · $5 standard / $12 high-top (2) / $25 booth (4-6)
A classic revival screening of the 1986 film starring Tom Cruise and Val Kilmer. event details

A few of this week's picks are a short drive outside the area but worth the trip:

Carlisle Community Carnival
Fri 9/11 – Sun 9/13 · Carlisle Fire and Rescue, Carlisle · Free
A 275th-anniversary community carnival with rides, games, food and craft vendors, face painting, a goat petting station, and adoptable pets; Friday evening included a 9/11 memorial ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of the attacks. event details

Dark Star Orchestra
Fri 9/11 · 7:00 PM · Riverfront Park, Harrisburg · $45 GA / $65 Reserved Gold Circle (+ fees)
A concert from the Dauphin County Live Concert Series at Riverfront Park; $1 from every ticket sold online benefits Grateful Guitars, a nonprofit supporting music education. event details

22nd Annual Gettysburg Wine and Music Festival
Sat 9/12 – Sun 9/13 · Granite Hill Camping Resort, Gettysburg · $30 Advance ($35 Gate) · 21+
A weekend festival of Pennsylvania wines, craft spirits, and live music. event details

Cards & Collectables Show
Sat 9/12 · 9:00 AM · Dover Township Community Center, Dover · Free for shoppers
A cards and collectibles vendor show promoted as a chance to support small businesses in the Dover area. event details

Dottie's Family Market Car Show
Sat 9/12 · 9:00 AM · Dottie's Family Market, Dover · Free for spectators; $20 vehicle registration
A car show with multiple vehicle classes, awards, food, and live music (performer not named), hosted with Visual Reality CC. event details

Lebanon Valley Fall Fair // Craft & Vendor Marketplace 2026
Sat 9/12 · 9:00 AM · Lebanon Valley Exposition Center & Fairgrounds, Lebanon · Free
The 10th annual fair brings nearly 200 crafters and vendors into four halls, with a free Kid's Korner of fall-themed activities. event details

Open Mic at Harrisburg Beach Club with Hank The Buffalo
Wed 9/16 · 6:00 PM · Harrisburg Beach Club, Harrisburg · info not provided
Hank The Buffalo hosts open mic night at Harrisburg Beach Club, held the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. event details

Here's where to find fresh local produce this week:

West Shore Farmers Market — 900 Market St., Lemoyne · Tuesday 8am–3pm, Friday 8am–5pm, Saturday 8am–2pm. Indoor, year-round. 50+ vendors under one roof — fresh meats, produce, cheeses, baked goods and prepared lunches. westshorefarmersmarket.com

Market on Market — Trinity Lutheran Church parking lot, 2000 Chestnut St., Camp Hill · Tuesdays 3–7pm. Outdoor, seasonal — runs May 5 through November 24 (hours shift to 3–6pm starting November 3). camphillborough.com

Mechanicsburg Sunday Market — Joseph T. Simpson Public Library, Mechanicsburg · Sundays 10am–2pm. Outdoor. Local farmers, artisans, food producers and small businesses — farm-fresh produce, handcrafted goods, baked treats and unique local finds. Facebook

Adams-Ricci Farmers Market — Adams-Ricci Community Park, 100 E. Penn Drive, Enola · Thursdays 3–7pm. Outdoor, seasonal — runs May 15 through October 23. Local produce, pasture-raised meats, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. adamsriccifarmersmarket.com

Farmers Flea Market — Williams Grove Historical Steam Engine Association, 1 Steam Engine Hill, Mechanicsburg · Sundays 6am–2pm, weather permitting, year-round. Over 500 vendors. Free admission and parking; no pets except service animals. Facebook

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See you out there! —Dana

About the Editor: Dana is a longtime Lower Allen Township resident, local business owner, and community advocate. She enjoys hitting up local live music, food trucks, and all the West Shore has to offer with her husband, Matt.