Good morning, Lancaster.

An 8-year-old girl was fatally shot by her 12-year-old brother when he accidentally fired their mother's unsecured handgun at their Fellows Avenue home in December 2024, and her mother was arrested on April 28 for endangering the welfare of children while the boy now faces assault and manslaughter charges in Juvenile Court.

On Saturday, April 26 at 9:21 p.m., officers responded to shots fired on Lancaster's 600 block of North Prince Street, where two victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries — police reported no public danger and urged anyone with information to come forward.

The PA Departments of Labor and Industry and Health have launched a pilot program at PA CareerLink Lancaster County that provides on-the-spot birth certificates for Pennsylvanians born in PA to speed up job and housing applications.

The initiative aims to remove employment barriers—ensuring residents can more quickly access the documents needed to start work.

Law enforcement is running a statewide Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Wave from today through May 11 to remind motorists & pedestrians to follow safety laws.

The initiative combines education and enforcement as it focuses on yielding to pedestrians, looking both ways before crossing, and using crosswalks with help from PennDOT and federal funds.

The Head And The Heart Early Listening Party

5-6 p.m. — Dreaming Human — Free entry — Celebrate the new album release with a full listening experience, exclusive giveaways, and a chance to win signed memorabilia.

Blippi: Join The Band Tour

6-10 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Enjoy a fun musical experience with Blippi and friends.

Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster — Cost information not provided — Create your own stunning Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish treats.

Anastasia - The Musical

2-6 PM — Fulton Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Anastasia live in Lancaster.

Paint Your Pet Workshop

5:30-9:00 p.m. — Nissley Vineyards Wine Shop & Tasting Room — Additional costs for wine and snacks — Unleash your creativity as you paint a portrait of your pet with professional guidance.

Anastasia - The Musical

8 p.m. — Fulton Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of Anastasia live on stage.

Anastasia - The Musical

2-6 p.m. — Fulton Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting story of Anastasia live on stage in Lancaster.

Handmade Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings Workshop

6:30-9:00 p.m. — Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen — $108 Non-Member, $97 Member — Create your own stunning pair of handmade sterling silver hoop earrings under expert guidance.

Music Friday

5-8 p.m. — Binns Park — Free entry — Celebrate local music in the heart of Lancaster with this monthly event series.

An Evening with Fredrik Backman and Patti Callahan Henry

7–8 p.m. — Good Shepherd Chapel — Includes a signed copy of the book — Experience a captivating conversation between bestselling authors on friendship and art in literature.