Good morning, State College.

Centre Foundation is relaunching its Centre Inspires grant program for its 45th anniversary to award up to $100K for innovative Centre County projects.

Local nonprofits, schools and community groups can join a webinar on June 23 at noon and submit a letter of intent by July 9 (online).

Hintzpiration: Artistry at the Alumni Center returns at the Hintz Family Alumni Center on July 10-11 during the 60th anniversary of the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts.

The exhibit runs 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and features a live demo by Brian Kappel on July 10 from 2-3:30 p.m.

For 90 years, the Penn State Flower Trials have helped growers pick the best blooms by pairing new varieties with classic favorites.

The trials are open free to the public all summer, and a Flower Trials Field Day is scheduled on July 23 for industry professionals to join guided tours.

The school district is hosting a Support Staff Job Fair on Wednesday, June 17 at the Panorama Village Administrative Center, 240 Villa Crest Drive.

Community members can visit from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to explore job openings for the 2026-27 school year.

Penn State researchers found that preschool children whose parents received play-based coaching had fewer conduct problems & stronger working memory in grade seven.

The study says engaging parents in early education may boost long-term academic and social skills.

José Pinto Duarte, a professor and director at Penn State, will serve as interim head of the Department of Architecture starting July 1.

He takes over from Frank Jacobus to guide the department during the 2026-27 academic year.

Professor Andrew Mowen received the Cliff Jones Keystone Legacy Award today at the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation’s annual banquet in University Park (his research and mentorship shape local outdoor recreation and public health policy).

Penn State’s Social Science Research Institute announced that Mohanraj Krishnan received the Lloyd Prize for Innovative Health Research; the award supports his project to improve heart, kidney, and metabolic disease risk tools for underserved Hispanic/Latino communities.

The Penn State Bakery will test a carbon capture system developed by third-year doctoral student Matthew Hollingham this fall to turn CO2 from its boilers into concrete material.

The project supports sustainable concrete production — a step to reduce the bakery’s carbon footprint.

Experts at Penn State Health Psychiatry say depression is not a normal part of aging and urge caregivers to watch for signs such as weight loss, poor sleep and fatigue plus to call a doctor early.

Ironman 70.3 Pennsylvania Happy Valley will take place Sunday, June 14 as the North American Championship and Pro Series stop, starting at Bald Eagle State Park and finishing at Beaver Stadium.

Local roads (including Curtin Road and University Drive) will have closures, so drivers should use alternate routes.

Penn State women’s volleyball head coach Katie Schumacher-Cawley was inducted into the PVCA Hall of Fame on Tuesday.

She earned a 103-32 record — including a national title win in 2024 — and became the first female coach to lead a Division I team to a title.

Penn State men's soccer announced its 2026 schedule with 16 games and will play 10 home matches + six road games starting on August 20 against Mercyhurst in State College.

The season is the first under new head coach Rob Dow and the last in the one-semester format.

Arena Open Line Dance

7-10 p.m. — Arena Bar & Grill — $5 cash cover — Enjoy an evening of open requests line dancing for all levels with a fun Pink Pony Club theme!

GITKIN Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Manny's Live Performance Space — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting hybrid styles of Gitkin, the alter ego of Grammy-nominated producer Brian J.

TOBYMAC Summer Tour 2026

7-8:30 p.m. — Bryce Jordan Center — Check official site for ticket prices — Experience the explosive energy of TOBYMAC's hit-filled summer tour across 8 cities.

Trenton Thunder vs. State College Spikes

3:30 AM — Medlar Field at Lubrano Park — Tickets from $33 — Catch the excitement as the Trenton Thunder take on the State College Spikes in this can't-miss live baseball experience.

Sips & Sounds Food and Drink Festival

4-9 p.m. — Sidney Friedman Park — Food and drink festival featuring local music and drinks — Celebrate summer with cold beverages and lively performances in State College!

Anna Pearl Belinda Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Titan Hollow — Free entry — Celebrate the weekend of the 4th with local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl Belinda performing live.

The Fretliners Concert

8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music with The Fretliners in a vibrant venue.

Central Pennsylvania Festival for the Arts

Jul 8-12 — Downtown State College Improvement District — Free entry — Celebrate art, music, and community at one of the nation's top-ranked art fairs.

Anna Pearl Belinda

5-6 p.m. — Willard Building — Free entry — Experience the soaring vocals and storytelling of local singer-songwriter Anna Pearl as she records her debut album.

Anna Pearl Belinda Live Performance

7-9 p.m. — Tussey Mountain Ski and Recreation — Free entry — Experience a captivating solo performance by Anna Pearl, a local singer-songwriter from State College.