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Sunday, June 15th, 2025
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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown State College Improvement District will host Discovery Day on June 17—an event where the Children’s Department offers a craft activity for making paper crocodile puppets using limited supplies. The free event runs from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and is first come first served. Downtown State College
- ➤ State College residents protested on June 14 at the Allen Street Gates in a 'No Kings' march that began at 1 p.m.—with community members, children and flags present—to oppose authoritarianism. A 'Kick Out the Clowns' protest started at 2 p.m. and featured speakers discussing funding cuts and social struggles. Daily Collegian
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A State College man, Michael Barney, 43, drowned while kayaking on Friday in the lower Youghiogheny River at Ohiopyle State Park, as the Fayette County Coroner's Office reported that friends and state crews tried to rescue him. StateCollege.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ State College held its sixth annual Juneteenth celebration on Friday, June 13th at the Woskob Family Gallery where an African drumline opened the event and art by Nathan Addley and others was on display. Curated by Dr. Grace Hampton, the exhibition featured music, speeches, and refreshments—bringing the community together to honor Black history and culture. Daily Collegian
- ➤ State College held its sixth annual Juneteenth celebration on June 13 at the Woskob Family Gallery on Allen Street, where an African drum line energized the crowd and guests viewed art celebrating Black heritage. Dr. Grace Hampton curated the exhibit with works by local artists like Nathan Addley and a theme Juneteenth: Our Fight, Our Freedom, Our Future—highlighting the importance of remembering history for a better future. Daily Collegian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown State College Improvement District will host the Toddler Learning Centre Session 1 on June 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Downsbrough Community Room — the free event limits participation to 15 families with toddlers aged 18 to 36 months who will play, learn from an early childhood specialist, practice clean-up, and enjoy a snack with a short story. Downtown State College
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Three Penn State-affiliated wrestlers—PJ Duke, Levi Haines, and Kyle Snyder—secured starting positions for the U.S. National Team at the Final X competition in Newark on Saturday. They will represent the United States at the World Championships in Croatia from September 13-21. Onward State
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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.
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Happy Valley Puzzle Swap
1-2 p.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Free entry — Exchange gently used jigsaw puzzles in a community-friendly environment.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Killer Queen Tribute Concert
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the acclaimed tribute band Killer Queen as they bring the magic of Queen to life on stage.
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Firecracker 4K Independence Day Run/Walk
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Medlar Field — Registration fee required — Celebrate Independence Day with a patriotic run and enjoy festivities topped off with fireworks.
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Movies in the Garden: A Complete Unknown
8:30-10:30 p.m. — H.O. Smith Botanic Gardens — Adults $15, Children $10 — Enjoy an outdoor movie night featuring the biographical film about Bob Dylan starring Timothée Chalamet.
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Sam Grisman Project Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the revival of timeless acoustic music inspired by the legacies of Jerry Garcia and David Grisman.
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