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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A partnership between the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau and the Acres Project delivered 100 sensory comfort kits to The Corner Room in State College on May 5 to help people with sensory processing disorders feel more at ease in public places. The kits include earmuffs, a coloring book, Play-Doh, and fidget toys and will allow more local spots to join the Sensory Friendly Centre County effort ahead of Penn State commencement and summer visits. StateCollege.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Movin' On 2025 celebrated its 50th anniversary at IM Fields at Penn State with five musical acts performing in sun and rain, including Fez, Claire Rosinkranz, Baby Tate, Pusha T, and headliner The All-American Rejects—photographers captured the event as local fans braved the weather, and a Nittany Lion also made an appearance. This festival marked the end of the school year before finals. Onward State
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Evan Halfen writes about his college journey at Penn State in a senior column that explains how a turquoise bed comforter (Make Waves) inspired him to take risks and be his true self. He details his growth from a reserved freshman to a confident senior making his mark on campus. Onward State
- ➤ Professor Jin Wen was named head of Penn State’s Department of Architectural Engineering, effective Aug. 1 — a national search selected her — and she succeeds interim head Jim Freihaut. She will step down from her role as interim vice dean at Drexel University — where she led research and innovation — to take on her new role. Penn State
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Online registration for the 2025 Climate Solutions Symposium ends May 12—registration is free for the event that takes place at The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center from May 19 through 20 and features keynote speaker Nemonte Nenquimo and climate sessions. Penn State
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn State men’s hockey has signed standout defenseman Mac Gadowsky, former Nebraska Omaha goaltender Kevin Reidler, and QMJHL goalie Josh Fleming to build a strong roster for the upcoming season. Head coach Guy Gadowsky said Gadowsky—an offensive leader and his son—and the new goaltenders will fill the gap after Arsenii Sergeev signed with the Calgary Flames. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Luke Misa, a 19-year-old center for the Brampton Steelheads who recorded 85 points, 51 goals and 34 assists in 67 games this season, committed to Penn State men’s hockey on Monday — marking the team’s fourth CHL commitment after he was selected in the 5th round of the 2024 NHL Draft by the Calgary Flames. Daily Collegian
- ➤ Penn State signed three-star linebacker Mathieu Lamah, who announced his commitment Monday from Patriot High School in Virginia. The 6-foot-3, 235-pound player — rated No. 42 among linebackers nationally — joins a 2026 class of 15 recruits that will grow before early signing begins. StateCollege.com
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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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Jaws Screening
May 23 — Freeman Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the suspense of Spielberg's classic in a local setting.
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Anna Pearl Belinda Performance
7-9 p.m. — Cafe 210 West — Free entry — Experience live music from local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl in a cozy cafe setting.
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Anna Pearl Belinda Concert
4-8 p.m. — 814 Cider Works - J.L. Farm & Cidery — Free admission — Enjoy an evening of live music from local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl.
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Coaches vs Cancer Golf Tournament
All day — Penn State Golf Courses — Check website for entry fee — Enjoy a premier golf experience while supporting cancer research.
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Yard Sale Extravaganza
10 AM — Holmes-Foster Park — Free entry — Discover a variety of treasures for kids, crafts, and home decor at this exciting yard sale.
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