Community Fall Fest
Thrive CIL Community Fall Fest & Donation Drive
Join Thrive Center for Independent Living for our free Community Fall Fest—a day of connection, resources, and celebration for the whole family. Enjoy family activities, music, food, giveaways, kid-friendly fun, and a community resource fair in an inclusive, accessible, and sensory-friendly environment.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 (tentative)
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
2601 Herr Street, Harrisburg, PA 17103
As part of Fall Fest, we’re collecting new essential items to support local individuals and families this season. Donations will be distributed to families in our community at Thrive CIL Fall Fest.
We welcome donations of household supplies, hygiene products, winter essentials, school supplies, books, toys, games, coloring books, art supplies, and gift cards. Examples include paper towels, laundry detergent, shampoo, toothbrushes, hats, gloves, scarves, socks, blankets, backpacks, notebooks, and grocery, gas, Walmart, or restaurant gift cards.
Donations may be dropped off at Thrive CIL, 2601 Herr Street, Harrisburg, PA 17103, through October 2, 2026, Monday–Friday from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM.
Prefer to give online? Shop our Amazon Wishlist
https://a.co/065F55iY
Everyone is welcome—all ages and abilities. Together, we can make this fall a season of hope.
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Caring for others starts with caring for yourself.
Join PA Health & Wellness & Thrive Center for Independent Living for a supportive, empowering caregiver event focused on connection, resources, and real-life tools to help you recharge and feel seen. Because caregivers deserve support too.
Mix, Mingle, Thrive
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