Good morning, State College.

State College Pride 2026 will feature a parade at 10 a.m. starting near the high school and a festival beginning at noon at Sidney Friedman Park.

Mayor Erica Deuso will serve as grand marshal while local bands, drag acts, and food trucks join the celebration.

Penn State Schuylkill’s BSN program trains over 100 local students using hands-on rotations & placements at community hospitals.

Graduates now secure local roles which help strengthen the workforce & support community care.

Penn State student Matias Moreno earned the Astronaut and Udall Scholarships this spring, recognizing his excellence in STEM research and commitment to sustainability (his work includes renewable hydrogen and thermoelectric materials).

He will travel to Switzerland this summer for research before graduating next year.

Penn State University Libraries announced the 2026-27 Special Collections research grant recipients, who will use rare books and manuscripts at the Eberly Family Special Collections Library to conduct in-person research (including projects on art history, military memory, and cultural studies) with results shared via a virtual summer program.

Penn State women’s volleyball coach Katie Schumacher-Cawley was named to the Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association’s Hall of Fame on June 9; her four-season leadership revived the team’s national success and extended a legacy of celebrated coaches.

Connor Mirasola, the only Nittany Lion at the U23 Pan American Wrestling Championships, won gold after winning four matches (125 kg) on Thursday, June 11.

His win helped the US team score high points, and he may compete for a starting spot next season.

Penn State women's hockey forward Maddy Christian, who earned 19 goals and 35 points during the season including a Frozen Four appearance in March, is set to pursue a career with the Toronto Sceptres (a team needing forward depth) to boost their offensive lineup.

Katelyn Roberts, a standout power forward at Penn State (alternate captain during her team's Frozen Four run), is set to join the PWHL and may find a fit with the New York Sirens.

Her scoring and playmaking skills suggest she will make an immediate impact.

Penn State baseball announced that UMass transfer infielder Anthony Tirado, a 22-year-old native of Cheshire, Connecticut, will join the team at Happy Valley to strengthen its offense.

Penn State lost a key commitment when three-star cornerback prospect Zachary Gleason flipped his pledge to West Virginia on Thursday.

This followed Semajay Robinson’s switch to Virginia two days earlier, leaving the 2027 class with only two cornerback commits.

State College will host a free outdoor watch party at East End Social on Friday at 7:30 p.m. for the U.S. Men's National Team's World Cup kickoff at 9 p.m., organized by Centre Soccer Association and Centre Region Parks and Rec.

Mya Vaslet will attend the 2026 PWHL Draft in Detroit on Wednesday after guiding her team to a championship win and returning from injury.

The forward's resilience and crucial plays boost her profile among 236 eligible players.

Defender Kendall Butze broke records during Penn State’s historic NCAA game at Beaver Stadium when she earned her 85th career point with an assist for Danica Maynard + set a new defenseman record at University Park and is drawing interest from New York Sirens.

Penn State women’s lacrosse earned three transfer commitments that add new depth to the team — the new players are expected to boost the roster for next season.

Residents may join a free watch party tonight at East End Social on the 100 block of Hiester Street.

Sponsored by Centre Soccer Association + Centre Region Parks and Rec, the event kicks off with a 7:30 p.m. pregame livestream and a second party is planned for June 19.

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.

Craig Finn & Patterson Hood Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of storytelling through music with acclaimed artists Craig Finn and Patterson Hood.