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Saturday, April 18

The Old Canal Inn, 1004 Broad St., Hollidaysburg, will host outdoor concerts featuring Giants of Science on Saturday, April 18 and Felix & the Hurricanes on Wednesday, April 22. The concerts will be in the outdoor Railyard from 6 to 9 p.m. The bar and grill will open at 5 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call 814-695-9995.

Singer Jeffery Gaines will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 18, in The Attic at The State Theatre, State College. Tickets are $45. To purchase tickets, visit thestatetheatre.org

7th Virtue will perform from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at the Heidelberg Country Club, 812 Frankstown Road, Altoona. The cover charge will be $5. Food by Rob’s Catering/Grill will be available.

Penn State Centre Stage, in the College of Arts and Architecture, will present Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town,” directed by Steve Snyder, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at the Playhouse Theatre. Evening tickets are $27, previews and matinees are $24 and student tickets are $19. For tickets and more information, visit arts.psu.edu/research-creative/penn-state-centre-stage

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County continues its 2026 Coffee House series with a performance by Back Page at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 18. The Coffee House Series will be taking place outdoors on CACCC’s Amphitheatre or indoors in the main space gallery of the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center building in Johnstown. Coffee, teas and baked goods will be available for purchase. Admission is free.

Sunday, April 19

Celebrate Earth Day at Fort Roberdeau’s “Plantapaloza,” 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 19. Discover how stream buffers can help control flooding, pollution and climate change. Help plant trees and remove invasive plants along the Roberdeau Run and riparian buffer zone. Wear long sleeves, long pants, and please bring your own work gloves. If you don’t have work gloves, we supply gloves to borrow while supplies last. Shovels provided. Don’t forget to apply bug spray in advance. Admission and parking are free, donations welcome. All donations help support Fort Roberdeau and nature programming. For more information, visit fortroberdeau.org.

The Bellwood Community Choir will present “An American Tribute” spring concert at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 19, at the Bellwood-Antis Elementary School all-purpose room. An uplifting afternoon of patriotic music will be presented by the Bellwood Community Adult Choir, children’s choir and handbell choir. Admission is free.

Coming up

As part of History Speaks, a Blair County Historical Society lecture series, Jim Lowe and Glenn Nelson will present, “The Revolutionary War Era in Blair County” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, at the Railroaders Memorial Museum, Altoona. Admission is free but donations to the Blair County Historical Society are welcome. For more information and a complete lecture schedule for this year, visit www.blairhistory.org.

Fans can now register for free entry to the 2026 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light by downloading the NFL OnePass app or visiting NFL.com/DraftAccess. Taking place April 23-25, the Draft will transform Pittsburgh’s North Shore and Point State Park into a three-day celebration of football, community and culture in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh.

The annual Tastes of the Town event returns with a tropical twist to The Barn at Ligonier Valley at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 23. Expect an evening filled with great food, fun and energy including tastings from top Ligonier Valley restaurants, auction and raffle. Proceeds benefit the Ligonier Valley Historical Society and the Compass Inn Museum. Tickets are $65. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/3rae9ktv

The Friends of the Altoona Area Public Library will hold its Spring Used Book Sale from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, April 24, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 25 and 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, April 27, on the ground floor of the library. Monday is $5 a bag day.

Off Pitt Street Theater Company will present “Harvey,” a live performance radio show based on the 1950 film starring Jimmy Stewart. Performances will be at 7 p.m. Friday, April 24, and 7 p.m. Saturday, April 25, at the Bedford Arts Cooperative, 110 W. Pitt St., downtown Bedford. For more information, call/text 814-310-1987 or email info@offpittstreet.com.

The Rocket Blasters will perform from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25, at the Heidelberg Country Club, 812 Frankstown Road, Altoona. The cover charge will be $5 and food by Rob’s Catering/Grill will be available.

The Allegheny Chorale will celebrate 250 years of America’s independence with a spring concert, “I Hear America Singing.” The Chorale will perform two concerts, 3 p.m. Sunday, April 26, at St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1407 Eighth Ave., Altoona, and 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 28, at First Presbyterian Church, 13th Street and Logan Avenue, Tyrone. At the Tyrone concert, the 46th Pennsylvania Regiment Band, a prominent local Civil War reenactment Band who performs period-accurate music using 19th century brass instruments will perform as people are gathering for the concert as well as during the intermission.

Penn State Altoona will host an open dance class from 1 to 2:15 p.m. Sunday, April 26, in the dance studio, room 148 of the Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts.

Altoona Community Theatre will present “9 to 5 — the Musical” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 1, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 2 and 2 p.m. Sunday, May 3. Tickets start at $23. For more information, visit mishlertheatre.org or call the box office at 814-944-9434.

VFW Post 8685 will host its annual Cancer Benefit and Dance at 6 p.m. Saturday, May 2. Doors open at 5 p.m. Dinner will be pasta, meatballs, salad and a roll. At 8 p.m. the dance band, “Ages” will perform. The event will feature a basket raffle, door prizes, a lottery board, bake sale and more. Tickets are $12 and are available from members or Fort Apache Juniata VFW, 126 N. 16th Ave., Altoona. For more information, call 814-942-1347.

Compass Inn Museum, Laughlintown, will open Sunday, May 3 for Ligonier Valley Museum Day. Join us alongside Antiochian Heritage Museum, Fort Ligonier, Ligonier Valley Rail Road Museum, Lincoln Highway Experience, Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for all to experience the unique offerings at each site. Regular admission will not be charged. Instead, visitors are encouraged to give what they can to further our mission of preserving the heritage and history of the Ligonier Valley for present and future generations.

Bottle Works Arts of Third Avenue, 413 Third Ave., Johnstown, will host a 90’s Trivia Night Fundraiser at 7 p.m. Sunday, May 3. Form your dream trivia team (minimum two people, maximum six people) and test your knowledge of all things 90’s — from pop culture and music to movies, TV and iconic moments from the decade. The winning team will take home a fantastic selection of gift cards from local businesses. Tickets are $25. For tickets and more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/6xx7y7yu

The Altoona Symphony Orchestra will present “Lights, Camera, Music!” a celebration of film and Broadway at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 9, at the Mishler Theatre. Tickets are $41. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://mishlertheatre.vbotickets.com/

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County is thrilled to be presenting this year’s first Log Art Theatre-Shortwave production, “Theft & Murder” at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 14, Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16, with a matinee performance at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 17, at the M. Josephine Paul Family Museum, Johnstown. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at caccc.org or by calling 814-255-6515.

Comedian Michael Harrison will perform at McGarvey’s Comedy Farm Show from 9 to 10:30 p.m. Thursday, May 14. For tickets and more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/u8k76pzb

“Motown Mania” will be performing at the Palace Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 14, at The Palace Theatre, Greensburg. Tickets start at $33 and are available at westmorelandculturaltrust.org.

P&J Productions proudly presents the Blair County premiere of Disney’s “Frozen — The Broadway Musical” at the historic Mishler Theatre May 15, 16 and 17, 2026. The beloved Disney classic comes to the Mishler stage for the “first time in forever.” Don’t miss this magical musical celebration of courage, forgiveness and love! Tickets are $20 and are available by calling the box office at 814-944-9434 or order online at mishlertheatre.org.

Tickets are on sale now for Off Pitt Street’s production of “6 Apartments,” an ensemble comedy written by Neil McGowan. Recommended for audiences ages 16+, BYOB for 21+. Show dates are 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, May 15-16. Tickets are available at the door and online at www.OffPittStreet.com. For more information, call/text 814-310-1987 or email info@offpittstreet.com. Off Pitt Street Theater Company is inside the Bedford Arts Cooperative at 110 W. Pitt St., Suite 2, in Downtown Bedford.

Get ready for an exhilarating experience that combines the best of automotive elegance and mouthwatering wing delights. Wheels & Wings is happening from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 16, in downtown Bedford. Registration for the Car Show will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration is free or $10 if you would like to have your vehicle judged. JB Express will perform live music from noon to 3 p.m. Wings will be available for purchase from several vendors throughout the event. For more information, applications and updates, visit downtownbedford.com.

Theater Works USA is back to turn the poutiest of frowns upside down in “The Pout-Pout Fish,” a colorful adaptation of the New York Times bestseller. “The Pout-Pout Fish” is a musical oceanic adventure featuring whimsical puppets and live performers, perfect for families with little ones in pre-K through second grade. The performance will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 16, at The State Theatre, State College. For tickets, visit https://tickets.thestatetheatre.org

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County continues its 2026 Coffee House series with a performance by Midnight Graffiti at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 21, and a performance by Tim Dabbs at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 28. The Coffee House Series will be taking place outdoors on CACCC’s Amphitheatre or indoors in the main space gallery of the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center building in Johnstown. Coffee, teas and baked goods will be available for purchase. Admission is free.

The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art (SAMA) will host Art for Your Heart 5k Run & Walk, at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 23, in downtown Altoona, rain or shine. For more details, visit www.sama-art.org.

In 2026, as it embarks on its 50th year as a place of discovery, Shaver’s Creek, Petersburg, is inviting the community to celebrate with a series of events and activities that honor the center’s history and future. Come reminisce, relive and reconnect to all things Shaver’s Creek to celebrate 50 years of inspiring discovery on May 23. Food vendors will be on site for snack and dinner options. Registration is required. Visit https://www.shaverscreek.org/ for more information.

Flaw with Hate Grenade and SamarA will perform from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at McGarvey’s Bar, Altoona. For tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/yb93rfea

Fans of the English novelist Jane Austen as well as those who teach her works are invited to the Jane Austen Summer Program (JASP), which will be held at Seton Hill University in historic Greensburg from June 11-14. The 2026 Jane Austen Summer Program, titled “Pride, Prejudice, and the Pursuit of Happiness,” will mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence through a four-day public humanities program. Learn more and register at janeaustensummer.org.

Get ready for Monster Jam in Pittsburgh, 5 p.m. Saturday, June 20, at Acrisure Stadium, 100 Art Rooney Ave. The Pit Party will be open from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale at ticketmaster.com

Railroaders Memorial Museum, Altoona, will present Main Line Mania, Wing Fest & Firework Show Friday, July 3. Gates open at 4 p.m. Live music from K4 Kountry, 7th Virtue and Josh Gallagher will run from 5 to 10 p.m. Fireworks will begin at dusk. Walk-in admission is $5 per person, parking is $10 per car.

P&J Productions, Penn State Altoona, and the City of Altoona proudly present “Let Freedom Ring!” a musical tribute celebrating America’s 250th birthday. Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 27, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 28 at the Paul R. & Margery Wolf Kuhn Theatre, Misciagna Family Center for the Performing Arts, Penn State Altoona Campus. Tickets are $15 and are available by calling 814-944-5452 or order online at tinyurl.com/psualtoona

Ligonier Valley Historical Society and Compass Inn Museum will host Stagecoach Adventurers — Time Travelers Summer Day Camp from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. July 27-31 for students who have completed 2nd through 5th grade. For more information, visit compassinn.org/stagecoach-adventurers

Get your concert tickets now!

– Bronx-bred superstar, “A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie” takes the stage at the Bryce Jordan Center on Friday, April 24. Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com.

– The “Maris Goes to College” tour will visit The State Theatre, State College, at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 25. Tickets are available at tickets.thestatetheatre.org.

– “Tapestry,” a Carole King Tribute Show, will be at the Palace Theatre at 21 W. Otterman, Greensburg, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 30. Tickets start at $33 and are available by calling the box office at 724-836-8000 or online at https://tinyurl.com/5ede9vzy

– Folk singer-songwriter Lucy Kaplansky will perform in the Attic at The State Theatre, State College, at 8 p.m. Saturday, May 2. For tickets, visit https://tickets.thestatetheatre.org/

– The Steel Wheels will perform at 8 p.m. Sunday, May 3, at The State Theatre, State College. After two decades of making music together, The Steel Wheels are still growing, still pushing, still at it … and they’re marking the occasion with the release of their ninth studio album, “The Steel Wheels.” For tickets, visit https://tickets.thestatetheatre.org.

– Rock bass legend Freebo, known for a decade with Bonnie Raitt, joins award-winning songwriter Alice Howe for a harmony-rich night of folk, blues and soul at 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, in The Attic at The State Theatre, State College. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at https://tickets.thestatetheatre.org/

Ongoing events across the area

– ArtsAltoona’s After School Arts Program is back with creative projects, hands-on learning and a welcoming space for students to explore their artistic side. Grades 2 through 4 meet from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays through April 22. Grades 5 through 7 meet from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays. All supplies are provided and there is no cost to participate. Email info@artsaltoona.org to sign up.

– The Old Canal Inn, Bar & Grill, Hollidaysburg, hosts Music Bingo from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Wednesday with DJ SteveO. No cover. For more information and cancellations follow their Facebook page or call 814-695-9995.

– Saturday Card Club, 10 a.m. First Saturday of each month. SAMA-Ligonier. $5 a session. Registration can be made by calling 724-238-6015 or emailing ligonier@sama-art.org.

– Yoga in the Museum, 10:30 a.m. to noon, first Sunday of every month at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art in Altoona. Cost: $15 donation.

– Art Trivia, 7 to 9 p.m., third Tuesday of the month, at Levity Brewing, 411 11th Ave., Altoona. Show off your knowledge of all things art and compete against other teams in this fast-growing event. No registration required; just show up. Donations welcome but required.

– Preschool Storytime and Craft Hour for young art enthusiasts and their families is held from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturdays at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art Altoona (SAMA). This event is ideal for ages 3-6 and children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is free; no registration required. SAMA is in the Brett Building, 1210 11th Ave., Altoona. For more information, visit https://www.sama-art.org or call 814-946-4464 or email altoona@sama-art.org and like us on Facebook and Instagram @SAMAaltoona.

– 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.