State College
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Monday, March 23rd, 2026
Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ State College hosts a week of events: today, CAPS will offer movement sessions and yoga; Tuesday features salsa lessons and a study workshop; Friday presents a free baseball game at Medlar Field; Saturday shows animated films at Palmer Art Museum. Daily Collegian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former WNBA star Chamique Holdsclaw will speak at Hintz Family Alumni Center (Robb Hall) on March 31 during the Global Black Communities and Mental Health lecture series honoring Osaze Osagie. A film screening on March 30 at 1 p.m. and Lunch and Learn on March 31 (registration required) will follow. Onward State
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Luke Lilledahl, the undefeated Nittany Lion wrestler, became the 125-pound national champion earlier in 2026 after showing marked growth from last season by focusing on patience. He said the win felt amazing (highlighting his commitment to a future in freestyle wrestling). Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State's men's hockey team learned its tournament seeding and will face Minnesota-Duluth in the Albany Regional Friday, March 27 at 9 p.m. EDT on ESPN2. StateCollege.com
- ➤ On Sunday, Penn State earned its first series win against Purdue with a 14-9 victory in an action-packed baseball game. The team will return home Tuesday to face St. Bonaventure, with additional games against Bucknell and Illinois scheduled at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park. Daily Collegian
- ➤ The Penn State softball team fell 7-4 to Wisconsin at Beard Field in State College after leading until the final inning when the Badgers scored four runs & took the lead. They will face Rutgers on Friday, March 27 at the Rutgers Softball Complex. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State’s Bellisario alumnae are celebrated during *Women’s History Month* for breaking new ground in sports reporting and analysis. The group includes broadcasters working with ESPN and NFL teams, highlighting their contributions to sports media in our community. Onward State
- ➤ Penn State wrestlers won their fifth national championship in Cleveland after defeating Oklahoma State by 50.5 points. Coach Cael Sanderson praised the close bond and hard work among teammates as they broke last year’s record. Daily Collegian
- ➤ On Senior Day at Panzer Stadium, Penn State women's lacrosse fell 11-6 to No. 6 Michigan for their second loss this season. The Nittany Lions will play No. 3 Maryland at noon Sunday. Daily Collegian
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Better Than Ezra Live
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket limit: 10 per customer — Experience legendary rock music with Better Than Ezra's engaging performance.
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Crafts & Cocktails at The Rivet
This adults-only, station-based evening gives you a punch card to enjoy craft activities *and* craft cocktails and mocktails. Every ticket sold supports STEM and maker programs for our community, so get your ticket (3/25 or 5/6) and let's craft for a cause!
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Peppa Pig Live - My First Concert
6-7 p.m. — Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State — Ticket prices vary — Engage with Peppa Pig and family in a delightful introduction to orchestral music for young children.
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Bab L'Bluz Concert
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — From $15 — Experience the soulful blend of Franco-Moroccan music with Bab L'Bluz's captivating Gnawa beats.
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Maurice Louca 'Fera' Quartet Live
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — $22 GA / $12 Students — Experience the intricate and hypnotic sounds of Maurice Louca's Fera in a captivating live performance.
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Tauren Wells Concert
7-10 p.m. — C3 Sports — Tickets available — Experience the uplifting vibes of Tauren Wells on the Take It All Back Tour with special guests.
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Alex Harding and Lucian Ban Duo
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience a night of soulful blues with the talented duo Alex Harding and Lucian Ban.
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Anand Wilder Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — Check local listings — Experience a night of eclectic sounds featuring Anand Wilder of Yeasayer alongside The After Hours and Eesha Jadhav.
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Earth and Arbor Day Fest
5-8 p.m. — Hintz Alumni Garden — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with live music, local food vendors, and engaging activities for all ages.
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Beginner Line Dancing Night
7-10 p.m. — Arena Bar & Grill — $5 — Learn and enjoy various line dances in a fun, interactive setting.
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