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Photography Contest - America250 & Arts Altoona
Photography Contest - America250 & Arts Altoona
April 1, 2026
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with a Community Photography Contest
ArtsAltoona, in partnership with ABC Photo Society, invites the community to celebrate America’s 250th with a special juried photography contest and exhibition.
Amateur photographers age 14 and older are encouraged to capture images that reflect the diversity, culture, landscapes, traditions, and everyday experiences that make America meaningful as it celebrates 250 years. Participants are invited to share their excitement, memories, and personal perspectives through the lens of their cameras.
Submissions will be accepted from April 1 through April 30. Selected works will be announced by May 20, with an exhibition of chosen photographs on June 20 at the ArtsAltoona Center, 2212 6th Avenue, Altoona, PA. All selected images will be professionally printed at 18x24 inches for display in the gallery.
Find additional information and enter at https://artsaltoona.org/upcoming-events/american-250-photo-contest
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Twisted Stitchers Knit In
Twisted Stitchers Knit In
April 1, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hollidaysburg Area Public Library, 1 Furnace Road, Scenic Pine Dr, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648, USA
Bring your knitting or crocheting project and spend time with other crafters at Hollidaysburg Area Public Library. The Twisted Stitchers group
meets Wednesdays from 5:00-6:00 pm. No sign up necessary!
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Story & Craft Hour at the Museum
Story & Craft Hour at the Museum
April 4, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art, 1210 11th Ave, Altoona, PA 16601, USA
Join us for a vibrant and imaginative Preschool Storytime and Craft Hour at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art! This engaging event is designed especially for our youngest art enthusiasts and their families.
After the storytelling, let creativity take the lead in our hands-on craft activity for your child to take home and keep the fun going!
All children must be accompanied by an adult. Activities and stories ideal for ages 3-6 years old
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Brunch & Bouquets
Brunch & Bouquets
April 4, 2026 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Coffee on 3rd, 1524 3rd Ave, Duncansville, PA 16635, USA
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ACT Summer Drama Camp Registrations Begin
ACT Summer Drama Camp Registrations Begin
April 7, 2026
Altoona Community Theatre, 1213 12th St, Altoona, PA 16601, USA
altoonacommunitytheatre.com/camps
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Twisted Stitchers Knit In
Twisted Stitchers Knit In
April 8, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hollidaysburg Area Public Library, 1 Furnace Road, Scenic Pine Dr, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648, USA
Bring your knitting or crocheting project and spend time with other crafters at Hollidaysburg Area Public Library. The Twisted Stitchers group
meets Wednesdays from 5:00-6:00 pm. No sign up necessary!
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*The Secret Garden - Altoona HS
*The Secret Garden - Altoona HS
April 9, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Altoona Area High School, 1404 6th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
The Secret Garden Altoona Area High School 1404 Sixth Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602
April 9, 10, & 11 at 7:00 p.m.
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Ladies Night Paint & Sip
Ladies Night Paint & Sip
April 10, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Playtime Pottery, 318 Allegheny St, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648, USA
Grab your girls and you favorite bottle of wine and join Playtime Pottery for a fun night of pottery painting! You can choose a piece of pottery from our wide selection and we will show you how to create a masterpiece to cherish forever. Pieces range from $6-125. Once fired in our kiln, pieces are food and dishwasher safe. We will call you when your pieces are finished, about 2 weeks later. This is a BYOW event, so 21 years and over please.
Call or text the studio to reserve your seat 814-695-2548
https://www.facebook.com/events/695291090278158
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*Mary Poppins - West Branch HS
*Mary Poppins - West Branch HS
April 10, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA 16858, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
Mary Poppins West Branch Area High School 516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA, 16858
April 10 & 11 at 7:00 p.m., April 12 at 2:00 p.m.
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*The Secret Garden - Altoona HS
*The Secret Garden - Altoona HS
April 10, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Altoona Area High School, 1404 6th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
The Secret Garden Altoona Area High School 1404 Sixth Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602
April 9, 10, & 11 at 7:00 p.m.
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Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
April 10, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Bedford County Players Live Theater, 1044 Centerville Rd, Bedford, PA 15522, USA
Information and tickets at bedfordcountyplayers.org or 8147-623-7555
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Story & Craft Hour at the Museum
Story & Craft Hour at the Museum
April 11, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art, 1210 11th Ave, Altoona, PA 16601, USA
Join us for a vibrant and imaginative Preschool Storytime and Craft Hour at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art! This engaging event is designed especially for our youngest art enthusiasts and their families.
After the storytelling, let creativity take the lead in our hands-on craft activity for your child to take home and keep the fun going!
All children must be accompanied by an adult. Activities and stories ideal for ages 3-6 years old
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*Mary Poppins - West Branch HS
*Mary Poppins - West Branch HS
April 11, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA 16858, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
Mary Poppins West Branch Area High School 516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA, 16858
April 10 & 11 at 7:00 p.m., April 12 at 2:00 p.m.
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*The Secret Garden - Altoona HS
*The Secret Garden - Altoona HS
April 11, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Altoona Area High School, 1404 6th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
The Secret Garden Altoona Area High School 1404 Sixth Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602
April 9, 10, & 11 at 7:00 p.m.
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ASO's Cosmic Voyage
ASO's Cosmic Voyage
April 11, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Historic Mishler Theatre/Blair County Arts Foundation, 1208 12th Ave #206, Altoona, PA 16601, USA
April 11, 2026 @7:30pm
Altoona SymphonyOrchestra Concert -COSMIC VOYAGE
Mishler Theatre
1208 12th Ave.Altoona, 16601
https://mishlertheatre.vbotickets.com/events
814-944-9434
Embark on a sonic voyagethrough the cosmos in this extraordinary concert, where the music of the starsmeets the stunning imagery captured by the James Webb Space Telescope. Join usfor an evening of wonder, beginning with Short Ride in a Fast Machine by JohnAdams—a thrilling, high-energy work that mirrors the excitement of spaceexploration with its rapid rhythms and driving momentum. Experience stunningvisuals alongside The Planets, Gustav Holst’s masterpiece orchestral suite, asthe James Webb Space Telescope's awe-inspiring photographs of distant galaxiesand celestial phenomena are projected alongside the music. From the cosmicstorms of Mars to the serene beauty of Venus, Holst’s masterpiece invites youto explore the vastness of space through music.
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Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
April 11, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Bedford County Players Live Theater, 1044 Centerville Rd, Bedford, PA 15522, USA
Information and tickets at bedfordcountyplayers.org or 8147-623-7555
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*Mary Poppins - West Branch HS
*Mary Poppins - West Branch HS
April 12, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA 16858, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
Mary Poppins West Branch Area High School 516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA, 16858
April 10 & 11 at 7:00 p.m., April 12 at 2:00 p.m.
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Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
April 12, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Bedford County Players Live Theater, 1044 Centerville Rd, Bedford, PA 15522, USA
Information and tickets at bedfordcountyplayers.org or 8147-623-7555
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Puppy Pals LIVE!
Puppy Pals LIVE!
April 12, 2026 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Historic Mishler Theatre/Blair County Arts Foundation, 1208 12th Ave #206, Altoona, PA 16601, USA
Enjoyed by millions on America’s Got Talent, Puppy Pals Live is an action-packed show where adorable adopted and rescued dogs perform spectacular stunts and breathtaking feats.
These canine capers provide a howling good time as the loveable pooches master challenging and comical tricks and show everyone who is really boss!
Tickets at mishlertheatre.org or 814-944-9434
Presented as part of the Blair County Arts Foundation's Family Theatre at the Mishler Series.
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Twisted Stitchers Knit In
Twisted Stitchers Knit In
April 15, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hollidaysburg Area Public Library, 1 Furnace Road, Scenic Pine Dr, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648, USA
Bring your knitting or crocheting project and spend time with other crafters at Hollidaysburg Area Public Library. The Twisted Stitchers group
meets Wednesdays from 5:00-6:00 pm. No sign up necessary!
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Blair County: A People's History
Blair County: A People's History
April 15, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Historic Mishler Theatre/Blair County Arts Foundation, 1208 12th Ave #206, Altoona, PA 16601, USA
In celebration of America250, the Blair County Historical Society is thrilled to present a special encore screening of the award-winning documentary "Blair County: A People’s History." This 90-minute film takes viewers on a captivating journey through centuries of local history, highlighting the diverse individuals and pivotal events that shaped Blair County and America.
The piece will be screened on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 6:30PM at the Historic Mishler Theatre. All proceeds will support the Blair County Historical Society and its educational mission. Movie tickets are available at the Mishler Theatre’s box office or at www.mishlertheatre.org.
At 8:30PM, the public is welcomed to attend a free after-party and trivia night at Levity Brewing Company (1411 11th Ave.) where $1 per beverage will also benefit the Blair County Historical Society.
Movie Ticket Price: - $25 (includes $5 box office fees)
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**Newsies - Bishop Carroll HS
**Newsies - Bishop Carroll HS
April 16, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bishop Carroll High School, 728 Benjamin Franklin Hwy, Ebensburg, PA 15931, USA
**2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Sunday Isaacs
Newsies Bishop Carroll High School 728 Ben Franklin Highway, Ebensburg, PA, 15931
April 16, 17, & 18 at 7:00 p.m.
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*The Addams Family - Huntingdon Area HS
*The Addams Family - Huntingdon Area HS
April 16, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Huntingdon Area High School, 2400 Cassady Ave, Huntingdon, PA 16652, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
The Addams Family Huntingdon Area High School 2400 Cassady Avenue, Huntingdon, PA, 16652
April 16, 17, & 18 at 7:00 p.m.
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*The Drowsy Chaperone - Bellefonte HS
*The Drowsy Chaperone - Bellefonte HS
April 16, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bellefonte Area High School, 830 E Bishop St, Bellefonte, PA 16823, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
The Drowsy Chaperone Bellefonte Area High School 830 E. Bishop Street, Bellefonte, PA, 16823
April 16 & 17 at 7:00 p.m., April 18 at 2:00 & 7:00 p.m.
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Amor Fati - Ivyside Dance & Allied Motion
Amor Fati - Ivyside Dance & Allied Motion
April 16, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts, 3120 Science Dr, Altoona, PA 16601, USA
Ivyside Dance Ensemble and Allied Motion Dance Company presented "Amor Fati (Love of Fate)", their spring 2026 dance performance.
Free for all. April 16 and 17, 7:30 pm in the Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts. Experience the talent of these wonderful dancers!
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Wine Glass Painting
Wine Glass Painting
April 17, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Hosted by Home and Harvest to benefit Little Wren Rescue
Join us for a relaxing and creative evening while supporting a wonderful cause! 🍷🎨 Come paint your own beautiful hand-painted wine glasses while helping raise funds for Little Wren Rescue. Each guest will receive two wine glasses to design and create a matching set to take home. No experience is necessary—just come ready to have fun and get creative! Throughout the evening, guests will also enjoy building their own charcuterie cup from our build-your-own charcuterie bar, the perfect snack to enjoy while you paint. All paint and supplies needed to complete your project will be provided. Guests are welcome to bring their favorite beverage to sip while they create.
https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/homeandharvest/items/date/2026-04-17/2026/04
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**Newsies - Bishop Carroll HS
**Newsies - Bishop Carroll HS
April 17, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bishop Carroll High School, 728 Benjamin Franklin Hwy, Ebensburg, PA 15931, USA
**2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Sunday Isaacs
Newsies Bishop Carroll High School 728 Ben Franklin Highway, Ebensburg, PA, 15931
April 16, 17, & 18 at 7:00 p.m.
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*The Addams Family - Huntingdon Area HS
*The Addams Family - Huntingdon Area HS
April 17, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Huntingdon Area High School, 2400 Cassady Ave, Huntingdon, PA 16652, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
The Addams Family Huntingdon Area High School 2400 Cassady Avenue, Huntingdon, PA, 16652
April 16, 17, & 18 at 7:00 p.m.
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*The Drowsy Chaperone - Bellefonte HS
*The Drowsy Chaperone - Bellefonte HS
April 17, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bellefonte Area High School, 830 E Bishop St, Bellefonte, PA 16823, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
The Drowsy Chaperone Bellefonte Area High School 830 E. Bishop Street, Bellefonte, PA, 16823
April 16 & 17 at 7:00 p.m., April 18 at 2:00 & 7:00 p.m.
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Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
April 17, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Bedford County Players Live Theater, 1044 Centerville Rd, Bedford, PA 15522, USA
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Amor Fati - Ivyside Dance & Allied Motion
Amor Fati - Ivyside Dance & Allied Motion
April 17, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts, 3120 Science Dr, Altoona, PA 16601, USA
Ivyside Dance Ensemble and Allied Motion Dance Company presented "Amor Fati (Love of Fate)", their spring 2026 dance performance.
Free for all. April 16 and 17, 7:30 pm in the Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts. Experience the talent of these wonderful dancers!
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Story & Craft Hour at the Museum
Story & Craft Hour at the Museum
April 18, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art, 1210 11th Ave, Altoona, PA 16601, USA
Join us for a vibrant and imaginative Preschool Storytime and Craft Hour at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art! This engaging event is designed especially for our youngest art enthusiasts and their families.
After the storytelling, let creativity take the lead in our hands-on craft activity for your child to take home and keep the fun going!
All children must be accompanied by an adult. Activities and stories ideal for ages 3-6 years old
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*The Drowsy Chaperone - Bellefonte HS
*The Drowsy Chaperone - Bellefonte HS
April 18, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bellefonte Area High School, 830 E Bishop St, Bellefonte, PA 16823, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
The Drowsy Chaperone Bellefonte Area High School 830 E. Bishop Street, Bellefonte, PA, 16823
April 16 & 17 at 7:00 p.m., April 18 at 2:00 & 7:00 p.m.
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**Newsies - Bishop Carroll HS
**Newsies - Bishop Carroll HS
April 18, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bishop Carroll High School, 728 Benjamin Franklin Hwy, Ebensburg, PA 15931, USA
**2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Sunday Isaacs
Newsies Bishop Carroll High School 728 Ben Franklin Highway, Ebensburg, PA, 15931
April 16, 17, & 18 at 7:00 p.m.
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*The Addams Family - Huntingdon Area HS
*The Addams Family - Huntingdon Area HS
April 18, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Huntingdon Area High School, 2400 Cassady Ave, Huntingdon, PA 16652, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
The Addams Family Huntingdon Area High School 2400 Cassady Avenue, Huntingdon, PA, 16652
April 16, 17, & 18 at 7:00 p.m.
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*The Drowsy Chaperone - Bellefonte HS
*The Drowsy Chaperone - Bellefonte HS
April 18, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bellefonte Area High School, 830 E Bishop St, Bellefonte, PA 16823, USA
*2026 ISAACS PARTICIPANT! - Saturday Isaacs
The Drowsy Chaperone Bellefonte Area High School 830 E. Bishop Street, Bellefonte, PA, 16823
April 16 & 17 at 7:00 p.m., April 18 at 2:00 & 7:00 p.m.
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Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
April 18, 2026 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Bedford County Players Live Theater, 1044 Centerville Rd, Bedford, PA 15522, USA
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Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
Almost, Maine - Bedford County Players
April 19, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Bedford County Players Live Theater, 1044 Centerville Rd, Bedford, PA 15522, USA
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Twisted Stitchers Knit In
Twisted Stitchers Knit In
April 22, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hollidaysburg Area Public Library, 1 Furnace Road, Scenic Pine Dr, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648, USA
Bring your knitting or crocheting project and spend time with other crafters at Hollidaysburg Area Public Library. The Twisted Stitchers group
meets Wednesdays from 5:00-6:00 pm. No sign up necessary!
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Harvey: Live Radio Show - Off Pitt Street
Harvey: Live Radio Show - Off Pitt Street
April 24, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
110 W Pitt St, Bedford, PA 15522, USA
Based on the classic, 1950 feature film, starring Jimmy Stewart, "Harvey" introduces us to Elwood P. Dowd, an amiable man whose best friend is a 6'3.5" invisible rabbit named Harvey. When Elwood's eccentricity pushes his sister Veta to her limit, she attempts to have him committed to a sanitarium, resulting in chaotic comedic misunderstandings. A charming, laugh out loud tale with a charming message of love and acceptance.
Tickets available at offpittstreet.com
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Story & Craft Hour at the Museum
Story & Craft Hour at the Museum
April 25, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art, 1210 11th Ave, Altoona, PA 16601, USA
Join us for a vibrant and imaginative Preschool Storytime and Craft Hour at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art! This engaging event is designed especially for our youngest art enthusiasts and their families.
After the storytelling, let creativity take the lead in our hands-on craft activity for your child to take home and keep the fun going!
All children must be accompanied by an adult. Activities and stories ideal for ages 3-6 years old
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Harvey: Live Radio Show - Off Pitt Street
Harvey: Live Radio Show - Off Pitt Street
April 25, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
110 W Pitt St, Bedford, PA 15522, USA
Based on the classic, 1950 feature film, starring Jimmy Stewart, "Harvey" introduces us to Elwood P. Dowd, an amiable man whose best friend is a 6'3.5" invisible rabbit named Harvey. When Elwood's eccentricity pushes his sister Veta to her limit, she attempts to have him committed to a sanitarium, resulting in chaotic comedic misunderstandings. A charming, laugh out loud tale with a charming message of love and acceptance.
Tickets available at offpittstreet.com
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Twisted Stitchers Knit In
Twisted Stitchers Knit In
April 29, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hollidaysburg Area Public Library, 1 Furnace Road, Scenic Pine Dr, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648, USA
Bring your knitting or crocheting project and spend time with other crafters at Hollidaysburg Area Public Library. The Twisted Stitchers group
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Photography Contest - SUBMISSION DEADLINE
Photography Contest - SUBMISSION DEADLINE
April 30, 2026
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with a Community Photography Contest
ArtsAltoona, in partnership with ABC Photo Society, invites the community to celebrate America’s 250th with a special juried photography contest and exhibition.
Amateur photographers age 14 and older are encouraged to capture images that reflect the diversity, culture, landscapes, traditions, and everyday experiences that make America meaningful as it celebrates 250 years. Participants are invited to share their excitement, memories, and personal perspectives through the lens of their cameras.
Submissions will be accepted from April 1 through April 30. Selected works will be announced by May 20, with an exhibition of chosen photographs on June 20 at the ArtsAltoona Center, 2212 6th Avenue, Altoona, PA. All selected images will be professionally printed at 18x24 inches for display in the gallery.
Find additional information and enter at https://artsaltoona.org/upcoming-events/american-250-photo-contest
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"9 to 5 The Musical" - ACT
"9 to 5 The Musical" - ACT
April 30, 2026 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Altoona Community Theatre presents 9 to 5, a musical based on the 1980 hit movie, is a laugh-out-loud story of friendship and revenge with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton.
April 30, May 1 & 2 at 7:30 PM May 3 at 2 PM
At the Historic Mishler Theatre
altoonacommunitytheatre.com/shows
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