The cast of the upcoming Clearfield Arts Studio Theatre (CAST) production of Disney’s “Newsies Jr.” pose for a photograph. Courtesy photo

Friday, Jan. 30

Juniata Presents continues its season with suspense and intrigue as Aquila Theatre brings Sherlock to life with classic mystery and modern energy in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s “The Hound of the Baskervilles” in Rosenberger Auditorium at the Halbritter Center for Performing Arts at Juniata College, Huntingdon, at 7:30 Friday, Jan. 30. Tickets start at $20, $12 for seniors and youth. For tickets or to learn more about Juniata Presents events, visit www.juniatapresents.com.

Off Pitt Theatre Company will present “Atomic Radio — Classic Sci Fi.” 7 p.m. Jan. 30 and Jan. 31. Atomic Radio” is a live performance where actors present stories through dramatic reading, costumes, lights, and Foley sound engineering. This installment will include three science fiction tales that will transport the audience out of this world: “Kaleidoscope,” “Rocket from Manhattan,” and “Pebble in the Sky.” Tickets are $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for students and senior citizens. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online at OffPittStreet.com. For more information, call/text 814-310-1987, or email: info@offpittstreet.com. Off Pitt Street Theater Company is located at 110 West Pitt Street, Bedford.

Hollidaysburg Area Junior Theatre will present “Peter Pan Jr.” in the Hollidaysburg Area Senior High Auditorium at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, and Saturday, Jan. 31, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1.

When Peter Pan (Lydia Loucks) presents Wendy (Julie Caldwell), Michael (Trent Schmouder), and John(Jude Capone) with an opportunity to fly to Neverland, the Darling children have no idea of the amazing adventures that await them. Upon their arrival, they meet the Brave Girls (Audrey Blescia, Amelia Buchanan, Aria Dempsie, Baylee Dobrowolosky, Laelah Dodson, Emily Grados, Hadley Hrivnak, Adryonna Kern, Aidiah Manna, Aurora Plowman, Claire Ruffner, Harlow Rodriquez, Ruth Stephens) led by the fearless Tiger Lily (Emma Hoover) and the Lost Boys (Nora Barrett, Landon Boyer, Chase Farringer, Jonathan Grados, Carsten Krott, Clara Lyon, MaLeah Lynn, Abigail Onishi, Christian Ruffner, Hannah Sprowls, Makenna Storm). The Darling Children, Peter Pan, Brave Girls, and Lost Boys must work together to defeat the formidable Captain Hook (Israel Hartman), Smee (Andy Furry), and the rest of the Pirates (Piper Brown, Tesla Cook, Zofia Cotto, Emilee Humenik, Ellie Jadlocki, Lilith Moyer, Audrey Onishi, Georgia Saylor, Chloe Schratzmeier, Louis Varljen, Noah Weyant) before the Darling Children return home to Mr. Darling (Elias Amell), Mrs. Darling (Cara Huttenlocher), and Liza (Layla Jochen).

The production is under the direction of Holly Mercer. Kelly Hartman is the Music Director and Choreographer. Jackie Settimio is the Stage Manager and Set Designer. Costumers are Jill Furry and Jen Cruse.

Saturday, Jan. 31

2nd Edition will perform from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, at The Heidelberg CC, 812 Frankstown Road, Altoona. $5.00 cover charge. Food by Rob’s Catering/Grill will be available.

Parker Dam State Park, Penfield, will celebrate its 49th annual Parker Dam/YMCA Winter Festival beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 31. Events will include the Freeze Your Gizzard 5K, lessons in ice skating, snowshoes and ice fishing, a polar plunge and more. For more information, call (814) 765-0630 or visit the Bureau of State Parks website at www.visitPAparks.com.

Coming up

Jazz drummer Terri Lyne Carrington will lead a live band in a reimagining of songs from the “free” jazz era at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 in

Eisenhower Auditorium, State College. “We Insist! 2025,” stars the four-time Grammy Award-winning musician and will feature vocalist Christie Dashiell. Tickets are $47 for an adult, $14 for a University Park student, and $33 for a person 18 and younger and are available for purchase online. Avoid the $4 fee by purchasing over the phone at 814-863-0255 or in person, weekdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Eisenhower Auditorium. For more information, visit https://cpa.psu.edu/events/terri-lyne-carrington.

1492 HOME ASSOCIATION presents Bill Hocherl and Mark Rossi Live at The Knights of Columbus, 1508 12th Ave., Altoona, from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6. Doors open at 6:30. Open to the public. Come hang out with two of the area’s most talented musicians at monthly First Fridays at The Knights.

Clearfield Arts Studio Theatre (CAST) is proud to present Disney’s “Newsies JR.,” a fast-paced, heart-pounding musical that brings the spirit of Broadway to downtown Clearfield with an inspiring message for audiences of all ages. Performances will take place at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 and Saturday, Feb. 7, and 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, Friday, Feb. 13, and Saturday, Feb. 14. There will be a matinee performance at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8. Tickets are $17 and are available now at ClearfieldArts.org or in person at the CAST office on Thursdays from 5 to 6 p.m.. Clearfield Arts Studio Theatre is a nonprofit arts center located at 112 E. Locust St. in downtown Clearfield, dedicated to providing high-quality arts programming, education, and performance opportunities for all ages. For more information, visit ClearfieldArts.org or call 814-765-4474.

Tickets are on sale now for Split State Productions presentation of “Chicago,” on Feb. 6, 7, 8, 12, 13 and 14 at The Lamp Theatre, Irwin.

To purchase tickets, visit https://www.lamptheatre.org/split-stage-productions.

ArtsAltoona will present The Triple Threat Guitar Show from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at The Grotto (lower level of the Sanctuary) at the ArtsAltoona Center, 2212 Sixth Ave., Altoona. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 online, ArtsAltoona.org, or at the door. For more information, contact Devin Sherman at 814-321-6586, shermandev1@gmail.com or Cat Newman 814-770-6631, cnewman@artsaltoona.org.

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County is thrilled to be bringing the first Log Art Theatre production of 2026 with “The Vagina Monologues” to be presented at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 and Saturday, Feb. 7 and a 2 p.m. matinee performance on Feb. 7. The mission of “The Vagina Monologues” is to have the voices of women and girls heard to aid in stopping violence. The show will be in the Community Arts Center’s M. Josephine Paul Family Museum, which doubles as a black box theatre, located at 1217 Menoher Blvd., in the Westmont section of Johnstown. For more information and to purchase tickets, call the Arts Center at 814-255-6515 or visit the Arts Center’s website (www.caccc.org).

Tickets for five-piece powerhouse Treaty Oak Revival’s 2026 U.S. tour are on sale now at ticketmaster.com. The 25-city trek will include a performance Saturday, Feb. 7, at Bryce Jordan Center, State College.The tour features support from Wade Forster and Huser Brothers. For tickets and additional information, visit treatyoakrevival.com.

The State Theatre, State College, presents Movies for Two with a showing of “Casablanca” at 2:30 p.m. and “When Harry Met Sally” at 8 p.m Saturday, Feb. 14. For more information and tickets,visit https://tickets.thestatetheatre.org.

The 20th annual Batfest is coming to Lincoln Caverns from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14. Treat your valentine to an informative and fun day learning about Pennsylvania’s most fascinating mammals. This popular family event for bat enthusiasts of all ages features a day full of activities, cavern tours and a pizza lunch. Advance tickets are required for Batfest and space is limited. Tickets may be purchased at www.lincolncaverns.com or by calling 814-643-0268.

The historic Omni Bedford Springs Resort will once again transform Constitution Hall on Feb. 14 for “A Night at the Vineyard,” a Valentine’s edition of its long-standing quarterly wine dinner series, an experience that blends storytelling, design, and culinary artistry into a single unforgettable evening. Tickets are $225 per person, plus tax and service charge. For reservations, call 814-624-5633.

Fort Roberdeau will host a Bird Walk from 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, Feb. 15. The public is invited to explore the natural side of the historic site during the winter season. This program is free but donations are welcome. Participants will join Connor Schmitt of the Juniata Valley Audubon Society and Jean Sinal of Fort Roberdeau for a calm, guided walk around the Fort Roberdeau grounds with highlights at the common bird feeding areas. The program will focus on identifying bird species that make their home in the area during winter. We encourage attendees to slow down and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.

This program is designed for nature lovers of all experience levels and offers a peaceful outdoor learning opportunity in a scenic historic setting. Please come dressed for the weather and wear hiking shoes or boots. For more information, call 814-946-0048 or visit www.fortroberdeau.org.

Rail City Curling will offer a Learn to Curl event at 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15 at the North Central Recreation Center Ice Skating Rink in Ebensburg. Learn to Curl events welcome both first time and returning curlers alike. LTC runs for 2 hours and 15 minutes with an in depth off-ice presentation of the sport preceding on-ice instruction by USCA (United States Curling Association) certified instructors. You will be given the opportunity to dive into all aspects of the sport from delivery and sweeping to strategy and scoring. Cost is $35 and spots are limited. Register at https://railcity.curling.io/en/programs.

The Dead Boys will perform from 7 to 10:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at McGarvey’s Bar and Grill, Altoona. For tickets, visit https://www.centralpaticket.com/events/the-dead-boys-mcgarveys-2-19-2026

The Who tribute band “Who Are You With Carl Dixon” will be at Greensburg’s Palace Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19. Tickets range from $35 – $75 and can be purchased online at https://westmorelandculturaltrust.org or by calling 724-836-8000.

The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art (SAMA) is excited to announce its 50th Anniversary Celebration Cash Bash. Relax and enjoy this Mardi Gras Themed fundraising event supporting the Museum’s exhibitions, educational programs and community outreach across the region. The celebration will take place from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at The Bavarian Aid Society, Altoona.The Cash Bash will feature cash prize drawings, themed raffle baskets, a 50/50 and additional chances to win throughout the evening. Enjoy an authentic vibrant performance from the definitive New Orleans style jazz band in our region, the Deacons of Dixieland and feast on a high-quality Cajun-inspired buffet from Mayfield at the Capitol Hotel in Hollidaysburg. Tickets may be purchased online at https://www.sama-art.org/altoona or by calling 814-946-4464.

Iron Bridge Dinner Theater proudly presents “The Ark” at Grace Baptist Church, 2308 Adams Ave., Tyrone. “The Ark” is a fresh take on a familiar tale, the story of how one family learns to brave life’s rough waters by sticking together. With incredibly uplifting music ranging from pop to gospel, this show will move you to laughter and tears. Tickets for the show only are $28 for 1 p.m. performances Saturday, Feb. 21 and Feb. 28 and at 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22 and March 1. Tickets for performance with full buffet dinner are $48 all inclusive for 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20 and Feb. 27 (show at 7 p.m.) and Saturday, Feb. 21 and Feb. 28. For ticket information, call 814-505-2551.

The Harlem Globetrotters are bringing their traveling world-famous show to the court of the Bryce Jordan Center on Feb. 24. Tickets for the 100th anniversary tour are on sale now at ticketmaster.com.

Celebration Villa of Altoona will host Community Bingo Night from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. This event will bring together bingo lovers from across Blair County for an evening of fun, fellowship and fantastic prizes. $10 to play. This monthly event is part of Celebration Villa’s ongoing commitment to support the Alzheimer’s Association. For more information, contact John Imler at 814-695-8425 or Jimler@celebrationvillasl.com.

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County is thrilled to be bringing the second Log Art Theatre production of 2026 with “God’s Favorite” by Neil Simon. “God’s Favorite” is a modern, wildly hilarious twist on the biblical story of Job. The show will be in the Community Arts Center’s M. Josephine Paul Family Museum, which doubles as a black box theatre, located at 1217 Menoher Blvd., in the Westmont section of Johnstown.

Performances will be at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27, Saturday, Feb. 28, Friday, March 6 and Saturday March 7, with 2 p.m. matinee performances Sunday, March 1, and Sunday, March 8. For tickets and more information, visit www.caccc.org.

Ongoing events

Penn State Altoona will host open dance classes from 1 to 2:15 p.m. on Sundays, Feb. 22, March 22 and April 26, in the dance studio, room 148 of the Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts.

The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art is continuing its tradition of celebrating talented young artists in local communities and schools. This year is their 28th year of celebrating and promoting Artists of the 21st Century. Young artists from a multitude of schools and school districts around Altoona, Bedford, Ligonier and Johnstown. Juried awards will be given to students in grades 9th through the 12th at each SAMA location’s Exhibition Celebration. SAMA invites the public to four exhibitions, beginning with Johnstown through March 22, Exhibition Celebration from 1 to 4 p.m. Jan. 31. Altoona’s exhibition will begin Jan. 30 and run through April 2, with the Exhibition from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 7. Bedford’s exhibition will run from Feb. 13 to April 26 with the Exhibition Celebration from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 21, 2026 and Ligonier will run from Feb. 13 to April 19 with the Exhibition Celebration from 1 to 4 p.m. March 7, 2026. For more information, visit www.sama-art/org.

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County, Johnstown, (CACCC) is proud to present its first exhibition of 2026, “Steel Mill Industrial Art & ARTifacts.” In this collection of artworks, Joseph Hensel presents industrial artifact assemblages representing Johnstown’s unique industrial heritage.The exhibition will be on display until Friday, Feb. 27. The public is welcome to visit the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center gallery from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Admission is based on a “pay what you decide” donation. For more information, visit www.caccc.org.

Saturday Card Club, 10 a.m. First Saturday of each month. SAMA-Ligonier. $5 a session. Registration is not required, but can be made by calling 724-238-6015 or emailing ligonier@sama-art.org.

Model Train Open House, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Saturday. Alto Model Train Museum Association, 1117 Ninth Ave., Altoona. Visits can be arranged by calling 814-942-2676.

Games Night, noon-4 p.m. Last Saturday of every month. Gallery on Gazebo, 140 Gazebo Park, Johnstown. Free.