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Saturday, May 30

Join Master Gardener Tim Clingerman from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at the Buck Hill Amphitheater, Blue Knob State Park, Imler, to learn the secrets of growing a magnificent tomato garden. The event is free. For more information, visit dcnr.pa.gov.

Alyssa Malvoisin will perform on the patio from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at The Heidelberg CC, 812 Frankstown Road, Altoona. No cover charge. Food from Rob’s Catering/Grill will be available.

Bedford Arts Cooperative will host a night of live music featuring Croaker Norge, Devin’s Mostly Not Blue and a special guest, Kevin Kutz, at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 30, at 110 W. Pitt St., Bedford. Cover charge is $10 and concessions will be available for purchase.

Sunday, May 31

Learn about Pennsylvania amphibians from 10 to 11 a.m. Sunday, May 31, at the Buck Hill Amphitheater at Blue Knob State Park, Imler. The event is free. For more information, visit dcnr.pa.gov.

On tap for June

Comedian Kareem Green will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 4, at McGarvey’s Bar and Grill, McGarvey’s Bar and Grill, 623 N. Fourth Ave., Altoona. For tickets and more information, visit https://www.centralpaticket.com/events/kareem-green-comedian-mcgarveys-6-4-2026

Rhoneymeade Fest returns for a sixth year from June 4-7 at multiple locations throughout Centre County, including Rhoneymeade Arboretum, Manny’s Live Performance Space and East End Social Pocket Park on Hiester Street. For more information and to purchase all-access and single-day festival passes, visit rhoneymeadefest.com.

The music documentary “Texas Music Revolution,” follows the roots radio station and festival crew behind one of the country’s most respected grassroots events. The film will be presented at 8 p.m. Friday, June 5, at The State Theatre, State College. Tickets are $13. To purchase tickets, visit tickets.thestatetheatre.org.

The Railroaders Memorial Museum will host its fifth guest speaker for the Along the Broadway: Historical Lecture Series at 7 p.m. Friday, June 5, in the Seidel Auditorium at the Museum. The speaker will be Kenneth Serfass, a traveling historian who also does an impersonation of Ulysses S. Grant. He will present his topic, “Looking at the United States at 250 from the Centennial President.” Admission is $5. Tickets can be purchased at the door or on the Museum’s Facebook page.

The Fort Bedford Museum will host the Second Annual Fort Bedford River Rendezvous from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Fort Bedford Park. Experience a full day of living history, music and food. Highlights will include reenactors from the French and Indian, Revolutionary and Civil Wars, artisans, authors and demonstrators, kids’ colonial games and activities, live music by the 46th Regiment Band and a performance by the Potomac dancers. Food by Pleasant Union Church will be available. For more information, visit fortbedfordmuseum.org/general-9

Stop by the Blacksmith Shop at Greenwood State Park, Huntingdon, to learn about the art and history of early American blacksmithing with park volunteer, Don Maurer, from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, June 5, and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, June 6. The program is free. For more information, visit events.dcnr.pa.gov.

The Newburg Fire Association will host a Night at the Races from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at the Social Hall, 2805 Washington Ave., Altoona. Tickets are $50.

The Bedford Historical Society will present the Paranormal Panel of Authors from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Six noted Pennsylvania authors will gather for an engaging two‒hour panel discussing their research and writing on hauntings, UFO sightings and encounters, legends, folklore and unusual stories from across Pennsylvania and more. Following the panel, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase books and have them personally signed by the authors. Light refreshments will be available for purchase. Tickets are $20 and are available at zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bedford-and-beyond

“Beatlemania Now,” as seen on Broadway, will be at the Rowland Theatre, bringing the number one live Beatles Tribute Band to the Rowland Theatre stage located at 127 N. Front St. in Philipsburg. The concert is at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at rowlandtheatre.com

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 exploring the Enlightenment roots of American democracy and the transatlantic exchange of political ideas. Registration is open now with an early bird rate of $385 available through March 1, when the cost will increase to $425. Learn more and register at janeaustensummer.org.

Join park staff and the PA Master Naturalists to enjoy a day of outdoor recreation from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 13, at Whipple Dam State Park, Petersburg. Activities include fishing, kayaking and geocaching. Additionally, there will be guided hikes at 10 a.m. and noon, yoga at 11 a.m. and forest bathing at 1 p.m. The event is free and open to all ages and skill levels. Registration is not required. For more information, visit dcnr.pa.gov

The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art at Bedford’s Summer Painting Workshops series begins with “Learn the Magic of Palette Knife Painting” with artist Meaghan Troup from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, June 6, in the historic Anderson House at 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. This workshop invites participants to paint a vibrant summer landscape using oils and palette knives while learning techniques to build texture, layer color, and create movement. All supplies are included. The workshop fee is $35 per person, and participants must be 18 or older. Registration is encouraged by June 4. For more information or to register, visit sama-art.org/bedford

Tickets are on sale now for “Murder at the C.O.W.,” an Off Pitt Street Productions interactive murder mystery event at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 13, at Royer Mansion, Williamsburg. Join the Colonial Organization of Women (C.O.W.), Williamsburg Chapter, as they host a community celebration for the nation’s 250th birthday. Guests are encouraged to dress in Colonial-era attire. Tickets are $75 per person and must be purchased in advance by Wednesday, June 6. Tickets include admission to the murder mystery, games and a catered dinner. Tickets may be purchased online at OffPittStreet.com or by calling 814-310-1987.

“Cahal Dunne’s Grand To Be Irish” is coming to Ferrante’s Lakeview, Greensburg, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 10 for lunch and a show. Cahal Dunne is a composer, pianist, comedian, storyteller and television personality originally from Cork County, Ireland. Tickets are $65 per person. Reservations must be made seven days in advance by calling 724-853-4050.

The 12th annual Edwardsville Pierogi Festival will be held from noon to 10 p.m. Friday, June 12, and from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 13, at John Hopkins Park, Edwardsville. Attendees can enjoy food and non-food vendors, rides, games, and live entertainment. Key highlights of the event include a Pierogi Cookoff and a Pierogi Parade. For more information, visit edwpierogi.com

The Community Arts Center of Cambria County will present the Log Art Theatre musical production of “Little Shop of Horrors” at the M. Josephine Paul Family Museum, Johnstown, at 7 p.m. Friday, June 12, Saturday, June 13, Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20, with matinee performances at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 14, and Sunday, June 21. Tickets are $23 and can be purchased by calling the Arts Center at 814-255-6515 or visit caccc.org

The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art proudly announces SAMA’s Golden Gala: 50th Anniversary, a landmark celebration honoring five decades of artistic excellence, education, and community engagement across the region. The 2026 Gala will commemorate SAMA’s rich history while looking ahead to a vibrant future for the arts and will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 13, at the Scotch Valley Country Club, 18 Clubhouse Drive, Hollidaysburg. Tickets are $150 per person. To purchase tickets and for sponsorship information, visit sama-art.org/gala or call 814-946-4464.

The Westmoreland Historical Society will host their annual Antiques & Collectibles Market from 8 a.m. to noon Sunday, June 14, at Historic Hanna’s Town, Greensburg. Admission is $5 per car. For additional information, visit westmorelandhistory.org.

ArtsAltoona Center will host a Door Hanger Paint Party at 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, in the Board Room at the ArtsAltoona Center. Select between two designs. Cost is $45 and all supplies are included. For more information and to register, visit artsaltoona.org/upcoming-events/door-hanger-paint-party

The 2026 Chester County Balloon Festival offers fun for the entire family from Friday, June 19, to Sunday, June 21, at the Ludwig’s Corner Horse Show Grounds in Chester Springs. Attendees can witness hot air balloons flying between 6 and 8 a.m. and 5 and 7 p.m., with tethered balloon rides available for purchase on-site for $25. This rain-or-shine event ensures plenty of activities and sights, including a Kids Zone and other attractions throughout the day. Free parking is provided. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit ccballoonfest.com

Tony Sands will bring the “Rat Pack Together Again” to Altoona’s Historic Mishler Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 20. Audiences are invited to relive the golden age of Las Vegas during this recreation of the legendary magic, music and comedy of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. Tickets start at $30 and are available at mishlertheatre.vbotickets.com/events

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

ArtsAltoona will host Arts in Action Summer Camp: Ice Age, from June 22 through 26 in the education building at the ArtsAltoona Center, 2212 Sixth Ave., Altoona,for kids entering grades 2, 3 and 4. The cost is $10 and the deadline for registration is June 12. To register, visit artsaltoona.org/upcoming-events/ice-age-summer-art

The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art at Bedford is excited to welcome young artists this summer for five days of hands-on creativity, imagination and artistic exploration led by teaching artist Emily Russell. Designed for children and teens who love to create, SAMA’s summer camps encourage students to experiment with new materials, techniques, and ideas while having fun in an inspiring museum setting. The camp will run from Monday, June 22, through Friday, June 26, at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art located at the historic Anderson House at 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. The first camp for children aged six to nine will run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day and the second camp for students 10 to 14 will run from 1 to 4 p.m. daily. The cost is $125 per child. For more information or to register, visit Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art or call the museum at 814-589-3020.

Get your concert tickets now!

â-  Hailed as the most authentic Fleetwood Mac tribute band in the U.S., Fleetwood Macked will perform at The Palace Theatre, Greensburg, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 4. Tickets start at $33 and can be purchased online at westmorelandculturaltrust.org.

â-  Singer-guitarist Shannon McNally brings roots, blues, soul, and country upstairs to The Attic at The State Theatre, State College, at 8 p.m. Thursday, June 4. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at tickets.thestatetheatre.org/

â-  Rockin’ the Yard 2026 is moving to Lakemont Park. Gates open at 5 p.m., music starts at 6 p.m. and the headliners will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, June 5: Slippery When Wet – NJ – Bon Jovi Tribute with Half Tempted

â-  Bruce Schettig will perform from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 6, on the Patio at Heidelberg CC, 812 Frankstown Road, Altoona. No cover charge. Food by Rob’s Catering/Grill will be available. If there is inclement weather, the event will move inside.

â-  Code Blue will perform at the South Hills School of Business and Technology Summer Music Picnic Series at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at 480 Waupelani Dr., State College. Admission and parking are free. The Summer Music Picnic Series is held rain or shine and attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs. Grounds open at 4 p.m. and the music lasts until 7:30 p.m. Food from Dogs on the Run will be available. For more information, call 814-234-7755 or visit southhills.edu/music-picnic/.

â-  Baker Mansion’s Summer on the Lawn Concert season kicks off at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 7, with The Rocket Blasters. The concert is free; donations for the museum are accepted. The visitor center will be open for snacks and drinks. For a full lineup of the Sunday on the Lawn concerts, visit www.blairhistory.org/events.

â-  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

â-  The Band Oz will perform at the Newburg Fire Association Social Hall, 2805 Washington Ave., Altoona, from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, June 7.

Ongoing events across the area

â-  Baker Mansion is open for the 2026 season with tours available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. For more information, visit blairhistory.org.

â-  The East Broad Top Railroad is back in motion. Trains run Friday through Sunday. Typical departures are 10:30 a.m., noon and 1:30 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit eastbroadtop.com/ride/

â-  Sandyvale Memorial Gardens, Johnstown, will hold their annual Plant Sale Fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays now until June 20. Flowers, both annuals and perennials, vegetables, herbs and bedding plants will be available for purchase. For more information, visit sandyvalememorialgardens.org.

â-  First Friday events will be held in Downtown Bedford the first Fridays of May, June, July, August, September and October. There will be extended shopping hours, food specials and light refreshments at participating locations and live music. For more information, visit downtownbedford.com/events.html.