Community

Nurses picnic set

The Altoona/Mercy Schools of Nursing Alumni Association will hold a picnic from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, at the American Legion Park in Hollidaysburg. The theme is patriotism. There will be guest speakers from the new UPMC Mercy School of Nursing at UPMC Altoona. Register by Friday, Sept. 4. The cost is $30. Checks should be made out to a AHSON Alumni Association, attention: Janice Thomas, 1857 Dixie Lane, Altoona, PA 16602. Membership is open to any RN who has graduated from any accredited nursing program.

Nonprofits invited to fest

The ninth annual Cambria County Arts & Heritage Festival will be held Sept. 12-13 at Duman Lake Park, sponsored by the Laurel Highlands Historical Village. The two-day event will feature entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, artisans, nonprofit organizations, living history groups, military reenactors, antique tractors and more. Nonprofit organizations can participate at no cost. Applications are available at LHHV.org under the “Festival 2026 Application” tab. For applications or additional information, contact Patti at 814-288-7017 or padefibaugh@gmail.com.

Health calendar Aug. 29-30, 2026

The Central PA Ostomy Society support group suggests you call Leslie Wilson at 814-695-2407 and leave a message for support. Other resources include: United Ostomy Association of America at www.ostomy.org, Ostomy101com and MeetAnOstoMate.org. Four in-person meetings are in planning phase for 2026 by ASG #005 Central PA Hope Support Group, family members and friends who have been adversely affected by the addiction of our loved ones who are here to seek guidance and support. Meetings are held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Blair Drug and Alcohol Partnerships, 3001 Fairway ...

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Across the area

Kiwanis to recognize local developer The Kiwanis Club of Altoona will present Jeff Long with the Distinguished Citizen Award at its Installation and Awards Banquet on Wednesday, Sept. 23, at the Blair County Convention Center. This award, established in 1999, is given to a person who was born, raised, moved to or lives in the Altoona area and has made major contributions to the betterment of society and who has significantly advanced the Altoona area through endeavors in the commonwealth, nation or worldwide. Long has put his skills and resources to work by constructing projects ...

Hollidaysburg library schedules programs, activities

The Hollidaysburg Area Public Library has announced its activities for September. The library will be closed Sept. 5, 6 and 7 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Canasta and Mah Jongg games are held at 11 a.m. Mondays. Beginners are welcome. Maker Mondays are held all day Mondays in the Children’s Room. A station will be set up with a different craft, challenge or activity each week. Storytime and Craft will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Dance, Sing and Play! Will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Sept. 10, 17 and ...