Art, Community & Cozy Celebrations

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Downtown Hanover will come alive with color and creativity on Friday, October 3, from 5 PM – 8 PM, as the monthly First Friday Art Walk invites the community to stroll, sip, and celebrate local art.

This month’s lineup of stops offers something for every kind of art lover:

Whether you’re an avid collector, a casual appreciator, or just looking for an inspiring way to spend a Friday evening, the Art Walk offers a chance to discover new talent, reconnect with familiar names, and see Hanover through an artistic lens.

Grab a friend, wander between stops, and let the art guide your night.

This Saturday, September 27, from 5 PM – 9 PM, Kreeper’s Krew Car Club will host a special car meet at Advance Auto (1140 Carlisle St, Hanover) with a purpose close to the heart.

The event is a fundraiser to support the families of the York County police officers who lost their lives on September 17. The first 20 people who donate $100 or more will receive a special award plaque in recognition of their generosity. Donations made by check should be written to Northern York County Regional Police Department with “honor their service” in the memo line.

Hanover Area Fire & Rescue will also be on-site to show their support, which makes this more than just a car meet. It is a community standing together in solidarity.

If you’re a car enthusiast, a supporter of first responders, or simply someone who wants to help, this is a chance to come out, connect, and give back.

📍 Little Fox Coffee & Books, 125 Broadway, Hanover

This Saturday, September 27, our friends at Little Fox Coffee & Books are throwing a first birthday party that’s as sweet as their lattes. From 9 AM to 8 PM, stop by their cozy shop at 125 Broadway to celebrate a year of good reads, good coffee, and even better community.

Here’s what’s in store:

In just one year, Little Fox has become more than a coffee shop and bookstore—it’s become a gathering place where neighbors connect, ideas spark, and friendships grow. Swing by this weekend to wish them a happy birthday, snag some sweets, and toast to many more years of stories shared over steaming mugs.

📍 COB51 Art Studio, 48 Carlisle St, Hanover

If you’ve been itching to make something festive (or just plain fun), COB51 Art Studio has two paint-and-create classes this weekend that might be calling your name.

It’s All a Bunch of Hocus Pocus… or Maybe It’s a Nightmare!
Saturday, September 27 | 6 PM – 9 PM
👉 Register here ($35)

Whether you’re partial to the Sanderson Sisters or Jack and Sally, you’ll get to paint a custom 11-inch round wood sign—four designs to choose from! Each piece is painted separately and then assembled, making the process simple, colorful, and totally beginner-friendly.

K-Pop Demon Hunters
Sunday, September 28 | 3 PM – 5 PM
👉 Register here ($25 canvas / $35 plate)

K-pop meets paint night. Choose a stenciled canvas or a sushi plate (yes, a real, usable one!) featuring Saja Boys, Huntrix, or Derpy. Perfect for kids, teens, and adults alike—no experience required.

And don’t forget, COB51 is always open for walk-ins during their regular hours if you just feel like dropping by for a little spontaneous art therapy.

Looking to add a little more love (and purrs) to your home? Heavenly Paws Animal Shelter is hosting their Backpack Buddies Adoption Event this Sunday, September 28, from 12 PM – 3 PM at PetSmart, 181 Wilson Ave, Hanover.

Adoptable kitties will be there hoping to find their forever families. If you’re thinking about adopting, be sure to complete an application a few days in advance so you’re approved and ready to bring your new best friend home. You can apply here: Cat Adoption Application.

The shelter will also be collecting wishlist items—kitten food, litter, and cleaning supplies—to help care for all their furry friends still waiting for homes.

Stop by, meet some whiskered companions, and support a local rescue making a big difference in little lives.

Here are this week’s featured events in and around Hanover. If you’d like to have your event spotlighted here, reach out to Megan at [email protected] for details.

🤝 Small Business Support Group w/ Magnolia Massage Haven
🕕 6 PM – 8 PM | 📍 The Serpent’s Key, 28 Carlisle St, Hanover

A monthly meetup for small business owners and dreamers, hosted by Magnolia Massage Haven. Expect encouragement, collaboration, and community over competition. All small businesses are welcome—brick and mortar or not.

💵 Free to attend

💆 Chair Massage & Reiki w/ Magnolia Massage Haven
🕙 10 AM – 6 PM | 📍 The Serpent’s Key, 28 Carlisle St, Hanover

Treat yourself to a little Saturday self-care with massage and energy work by Malynn of Magnolia Massage Haven. First come, first serve—Reiki optional but highly recommended.

💵 $25 per session

🕯️ Bring Your Own Vessel Candle Pouring
🕙 10 AM – 4 PM | 📍 Cultivated Essentials Co., 28 Frederick St, Hanover

Upcycle a favorite mug, jar, or vintage find into a custom-scented candle at Cultivated Essentials Co.’s expanded BYOV (Bring Your Own Vessel) session. Choose your fragrance, pour your own wax, and leave with a one-of-a-kind creation that’s as eco-friendly as it is cozy.

💵 $1.75 per ounce of wax + $4 studio fee | $2 per extra vessel
✔️ Vessels must be ceramic or heat-resistant glass, clean, and no larger than 5 inches

❤️ Community Health Fair at Guthrie Memorial Library
🕔 5 PM – 7 PM | 📍 Guthrie Memorial Library (Bare Center), 2 Library Pl, Hanover

Make connections to local health resources at this free community event hosted by the Hanover Adams Senior Resource Group. Vendors include Minnich’s Pharmacy, PA Health & Wellness, Central Pen Advisors, Liz Health Insurance, Mona Lisa Cares, and Aero Energy.

Minnich’s Pharmacy will also offer Flu, RSV, and COVID shots (free with insurance). To receive a flu shot, please pre-register at the library’s adult desk.

💵 Free to attend

🌈 Queer Witchcraft w/ The Serpent’s Key & Rainbow Rose Center
🕕 6 PM – 7 PM | 📍 The Serpent’s Key, 28 Carlisle St, Hanover

Explore the intersections of queerness and witchcraft in this free community talk led by Beck Ravenswood (they/them). Topics include queer deities, the balance of divine energies, the alchemy of trans-ness, spellwork for queer folks, and ways to honor queer ancestors.

💵 Free to attend

🎨 Arts & Crafts Night at Little Fox
🕕 6 PM – 8 PM | 📍 Little Fox Coffee & Books, 125 Broadway, Hanover

Bring your painting, knitting, crochet, or coloring and craft alongside friendly faces. Coffee, tea, and food available, come to create and connect. Weekly on Wednesdays through Nov 19.

💵 Free to attend

😂 Fat Bat Open Mic Comedy
🕗 8 PM – 10 PM | 📍 Fat Bat Brewing, 10 N Railroad St, Hanover

Think you’ve got jokes? Take the mic and try out your stand-up chops—or just kick back with a beer and enjoy the laughs. Always a good time, always a lively crowd.

💵 Free to attend

These are just a few of the happenings around town. The Heart of Hanover events calendar is packed with more to explore.

👉 View the Full Calendar

Hanover never stops surprising me with the way it shows up—whether it’s through art on display, businesses cheering each other on, or neighbors raising funds for families in need. Thank you for letting me be a small part of your week and for sharing this space with me.

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Until next Friday, take care of yourselves and each other.

See you around town,
Megan 💜