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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 17, Penn State students joined the SUAP Sleep Out Speak Out event at the Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm to raise awareness about homelessness by trading comfort for a night outdoors. The group held discussions and slept for 12 hours to understand the challenges of not having stable housing. Daily Collegian
- ➤ On April 25 from 4 to 7 p.m., Penn State's Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm will host an Earth Day event with farm tours, food trucks, live music and crafts for all ages. Free buses will shuttle guests from the Penn State Berkey Creamery at 3:45 p.m. until 7:15 p.m. — guests may pre-register for workshops on mushroom log cultivation and vermicomposting. Penn State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Steve Wagman is running again for a seat on the Penn State Board of Trustees with a focus on affordable education, student health and safety, and responsible campus upgrades—he has more than 40 years of experience in healthcare and education and has served in multiple roles at Penn State. Onward State
- ➤ Three Penn State College of Liberal Arts professors—Suzanna Linn, Jeffery Ulmer, and Adrian Wanner—were named distinguished professors as part of a group of 10 honored faculty for outstanding contributions in teaching, research, or service. Linn studies time-series analysis of politics, Ulmer researches criminal justice and sentencing, and Wanner focuses on literary translation and Slavic studies. Penn State
- ➤ Centre County middle schoolers competed in the National Civics Bee at the Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub on April 15, where they answered civic questions and proposed community solutions. Eighth grader Cooper Palma from Mount Nittany Middle School won first prize with a plan to reduce light pollution—top three finalists will advance to the statewide competition on June 16. StateCollege.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Centre Region celebrates Earth Day today with events in State College Borough and at Penn State’s Arboretum. In State College, Sidney Friedman Park and the Municipal Building will host live music starting at 11 a.m. along with food trucks and workshops, while the Arboretum offers environmental programs until 2 p.m. StateCollege.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State men's hockey forward Ben Schoen, a native of Maumee, Ohio, announced on Friday he will return to Hockey Valley for his fifth and final season with the team. He recorded a career-high 20 points last season after missing a year with a lower-body injury — and he said he loves the school and team. Daily Collegian
- ➤ State College was named as an official team base camp option for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Wednesday, as teams will train at Jeffrey Field and stay at the Penn Stater Hotel once renovations finish in early 2026. Onward State
- ➤ On Wednesday night, No. 7 Penn State won 12-4 against No. 19 Rutgers at Panzer Stadium, building a six-goal lead early and holding a strong defense with goalie Jack Fracyon making double-digit saves; the team will play in the Big Ten Tournament on Saturday, April 26 at Panzer Stadium. Onward State
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Mosaic Workshops in State College, PA
6 p.m. — Holmes-Foster Park — Free entry — Unleash your creativity at these engaging mosaic workshops in a peaceful neighborhood.
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Marty Stuart Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — $66-$72 — Experience a cosmic country journey with Grammy winner Marty Stuart as he explores new musical horizons.
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The Machine Performs Pink Floyd
N/A — Freeman Auditorium — N/A — Experience a tribute to the iconic music of Pink Floyd by The Machine with passionate performances and immersive stage displays.
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Amy Winehouse Tribute Concert
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — $15+ — Celebrate the unforgettable music of Amy Winehouse with a full revival of her Grammy Award-winning album.
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The Paterno Family Beaver Stadium Run
11:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Beaver Stadium — Check event page for costs — Participate in a community-focused run supporting Special Olympics Pennsylvania.
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The Steel Wheels Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a fusion of tradition and innovation with The Steel Wheels' captivating Americana sound.
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Ashley Cooke Concert
7-11 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Cost Info TBD — Experience heartfelt storytelling through the music of rising country artist Ashley Cooke.
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Crafts & Cocktails: Garden Party
Head to Discovery Space and The Rivet for an adults-only evening of sipping, socializing, and crafting! Registration includes a punch card for 3 activities including DIY garden-inspired crafts and seasonal drinks from Happy Valley Nomadic Spirits and The Dead Canary. 🌼 Pollinator Seed Bombs 🌱 Garden ID Tags 🎨 Watercolor Florals with @kaleidoscope_pa 🪴 Newspaper Herb Pots with @resiliencyfarm 🍸 Cocktails & Mocktails with @hvnomadicspirits This Garden Party kicks off Day 1 of Centre Gives (May 14)—and it's a great way to give back and support our mission. Show us your donation to Discovery Space & The Rivet for a FREE bonus craft punch! 👒 Dress in your garden party best and let’s toast to spring, community, and creativity.
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