Good morning, State College.

Local soccer fans can enjoy the World Cup Watch Party at East End Social on today; they can watch USA vs Australia with a 2:30 p.m. livestream and 3:00 p.m. kickoff.

Bring your lawn chair+friends as the free event welcomes all ages.

State College will celebrate its seventh annual Juneteenth festival this weekend with an art exhibition opening today at the Woskob Family Gallery (146 South Allen Street) and a block party on Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. along South Fraser Street and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza.

Firefly Rep returns this summer in partnership with the Arboretum at Penn State to present 'Would I Lie to You?' for five consecutive evenings from June 24 to 28 at Overlook Pavilion; performances start at 7:30 p.m. and seating is first come, first served with donations welcome.

Penn State tied at No. 23 in the U.S. and No. 92 globally in the newly released 2027 QS World University Rankings on June 17.

It also ranked among the top public and Big Ten universities and led in sustainability, international research, academic, and employer reputation.

On Monday, Bellefonte Borough Council approved contracts for the Talleyrand Stage project in the park annex.

The vote awarded $820K to Mid-State Construction and $106K to Westmoreland Electric, pending review of contractor plans to protect Big Spring.

South Atherton Real Estate 1 LP submitted a revised plan on June 12 to redevelop the former Autoport property on South Atherton Street with extra retail and restaurant spaces.

It is set for review on July 14 and 15 by the Design Review Board and Planning Commission.

On Wednesday night, Penn State women's hockey set a program record with seven players drafted into the PWHL, including Tessa Janecke at No. 3 overall.

This milestone followed a season in which the team won its fourth consecutive conference title and reached its first Frozen Four.

Penn State men’s hockey announced its full 2026-27 schedule on Thursday, featuring four games against every Big Ten opponent and notable nonconference matchups.

The season begins Oct. 9 at UConn during the Ice Breaker Tournament and runs through a regular season finale Mar. 4 to 5 against Michigan.

Penn State freshman Nolan Carey won the USATF U20 Championship men's javelin throw in Eugene, Oregon on Thursday, throwing 66.38 meters to beat runner-up Jaxon Talley.

The Corry native improved on his 58.58-meter first attempt and set a new high mark for his school.

Penn State track athlete Hayley Kitching was named the USTFCCCA Mid-Atlantic Region Women's Track Athlete of the Year on Thursday after winning silver at the NCAA Championships.

She broke her 800-meter record three times and set the second-fastest mark in NCAA history.

Penn State wrestling announced its Big Ten schedule for the 2026-27 season on Thursday; the Nittany Lions will face Michigan State, Minnesota, Ohio State, and Rutgers at home while traveling to Iowa, Maryland, Michigan, and Wisconsin.

Coming off a 15-0 championship season, the team will feature a few new starters.

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.