Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
Good morning, State College.
A small turquoise food truck named Rumba & Soul is offering Puerto Rican & soul food at festivals throughout Centre County this summer.
Owners Angel and Nia Rodriguez, who launched the business in early June, serve family recipes like pernil and mofongo made with fresh, local ingredients to connect with the local community.
The Centre County Historical Society completed a nine‐month, $200,000 restoration of the 148‐year‐old Boogersburg School in Patton Township to preserve its role as a living history museum — a public open house is held today from 1 to 4 p.m. at 1021 Fox Hill Road to honor key contributors like the Hamer Foundation.
Downtown State College Improvement District will hold a free visible mending workshop on June 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Teens and adults will learn hand-sewing techniques to repair clothing and reduce waste, and participants must register in advance and may bring items they need to mend.
Penn State players Ryan Merk and Owen Rose were selected for the 21-athlete roster to train with USA U23 National Team at the National Team Training Center in Anaheim from July 20-27 in preparation for the NORCECA U23 Pan American Cup in Guatemala.
Coaches will choose 12 players from the training sessions—giving these athletes a chance to compete internationally—once the block ends.
Boalsburg Wine Walk
4:30-8:30 p.m. — Duffy's Tavern — All items available for purchase — Sample local wines, ciders, beers, and enjoy live music and food trucks.
Teen Mental Health Book Signing
1-2 p.m. — Barnes & Noble — Free entry — Explore new insights on teen mental health during a special book signing event.
Steep Canyon Rangers Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of traditional bluegrass with a contemporary twist from award-winning songwriters.
Happy Valley Puzzle Swap
1-2 p.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Free entry — Exchange gently used jigsaw puzzles in a community-friendly environment.
Open Gym
Beat the evening heat and have the kids burn off some energy at CEG's Summer Tuesday night Open Gyms! Open for ages 1–18, but please note that ages 1–5 require a parent or guardian to stay with them. 6:15pm–7:30pm at Centre Elite Gymnastics, 177 Champion Drive, Suite 200, State College, PA 16803. $5/members, $10/non-members.
Remington Ryde Bluegrass Festival
June 25-29 — Centre County Grange Fair — Ticketed event — Enjoy performances from 19 Bluegrass bands including Grand Ole Opry star Rhonda Vincent.
Sips & Sounds Downtown Celebration
4:00 – 8:45 p.m. — Sidney Friedman Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant summer celebration with live music and refreshing beverages in downtown State College.
Langhorne Slim Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices not specified — Experience the powerful and raw sounds of acclaimed singer-songwriter Langhorne Slim.
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