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Mya’s Potroast Jamaican Cuisine serves authentic island dishes on Fridays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. via pickup and delivery, and will be a featured vendor at the Juneteenth celebration at MLK Plaza on Saturday, June 20 — adding a vibrant taste of Jamaica to the community.

The Palmer Museum of Art is hosting Dreaming American Futures: Invitational 250, a juried exhibit featuring 59 works by 50 local and Penn State artists, open now through Nov.

29. The museum will also host 250 Community Day on July 2 with guided tours, historical declaration readings, and art-making activities.

Penn State Libraries’ Conservation Centre is hosting free hands-on papermaking sessions at the Childhood’s Gate Children's Garden in the Arboretum on Friday, June 26 and Friday, July 24, with sessions running from 10 a.m. to noon.

Participants of all ages will learn to craft paper using recycled fibers and plant materials.

Assistant professor Yinming Shao has been named Downsbrough Early Career Professor of Physics at Penn State, recognizing his work in optical spectroscopy and quantum materials for the Department of Physics and the Eberly College of Science.

Three longtime Penn Staters received the 2026 Honorary Alumni Award on Friday, June 12 at the Hintz Family Alumni Center.

The Penn State Alumni Association honored Jainendra Jain, Michele Kirsch, and Ted McCourtney for their significant contributions to the university.

The One Health Microbiome Center named Jacques Ravel as its second Microbiome Medal Laureate; he will speak at Penn State on Nov.

6 at 11 a.m. in the Animal, Veterinary, and Biomedical Sciences Building (Room 106).

Penn State has established the Jenni Evans Fund in the Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science in University Park to support international research projects for upper-level undergraduate and early graduate students.

The fund honors the late meteorologist who transformed tropical cyclone forecasting and inspired her students to excel.

Penn State Smeal College of Business launched the Early Career Leadership Council to connect recent graduates with students for ethical leadership and networking guidance.

The council will meet once a year (its first members include Dylan Crutchfield and Anna Shimek) to foster mentorship and career growth.

Professor Sarah M. Assmann at Penn State is studying how plants respond to heat and drought to build rice crops that need less water & can better resist extreme weather.

Her research aims to boost food security and support more sustainable farming practices.

A tornado with 110 mph winds touched down Sunday night near Pine Glen along State Route 879 and damaged trees and part of a home’s roof—no injuries were reported.

NWS crews surveyed damage on Monday.

Local wrestling dads John Mirasola, Doug Barr and Ken Haines offered Father’s Day insights about raising champions with hard work and faith, emphasizing family values that resonate with Penn State wrestling fans in our community.

Tony Rojas is set to lead Penn State Football's linebacker unit in the fall — a unit that has added transfers like Caleb Bacon and Kooper Ebel as promising pieces after a major turnover.

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.