Welcome to the Neighborhood: Urgie’s Cheesesteaks

Urgie's Bar has officially opened their doors in the Carriage House at 245 E. Water Street! It's tucked back behind Urban Exchange, but is just a stone's throw to downtown. The interior is cozy and inviting, and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Founded and owned by two brothers from Philadelphia, Tommy and Steven Urglavitch had a dream to open a neighborhood bar that offered a comfortable and inviting vibe for everyone to come hangout, get a drink, and enjoy some authentic Philly cheesesteaks.

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Coming Up: Rocktown Beer & Music Festival

The Rocktown Beer & Music Festival is coming up in April! Tim Brady, Founder and General Manager of Pale Fire Brewing, is a guest on the blog to share more about the event and offer a special discount to Harrisonblog readers! Learn more about the festival and artists >>>

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Fun for the Family: Valley Jump Trampoline Park

Valley Jump Trampoline Park has just opened off of Route 33 in Penn Laird. Jump into the new year with 7,000 square feet of trampolines in their brand new space! They also offer a foam pits with climbing apparatuses. They are a family owned and operated company and live in the community. For more information check out their website and follow them on Social media (both on Facebook and Instagram).

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Broad Porch Coffee Camper

It's December in Harrisonburg, and you need a mid-afternoon pick-me-up in the form of a hot caffeinated beverage. Meet Phil and the Broad Porch Coffee Camper! Just during the month of December, the Broad Porch Coffee Camper will be set up in the lot between Gray Jay Provisions and the Weaver Brother's Christmas Trees on Rte 42. Stop by to see this cute-and-cozy camper for a cuppa hot java (or cocoa).

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Community Events: Holiday Roundup

It's the Holiday Season - there are lots of things to do in the Harrisonburg area, and it can often feel overwhelming trying to sort through all of the parades, concerts, and open houses. We've compiled a list of some area highlights to help you with your holiday planning! We hope you enjoy our Holiday Roundup updated for 2018!

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The Bird’s Eye View: New Bird Scooters in Town!

Seemingly overnight, Bird scooters have flocked to Harrisonburg. I'm sure you have as many questions as we do! How do these contraptions work? How do they get charged? How much are they? Well - we here at Harrisonblog have wondered the same thing and we've done some sleuthing to find out the answers to these questions! Read on to learn more about the newest addition to Harrisonburg - the Bird Electric Scooter!

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