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SUMMARY:Public Art Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about murals\, sculptures\, and more on a guided tour of permanent public art in downtown State College led by JQ Quinn of the Downtown State College Improvement District. \nClick here to download a Downtown State College Art Walk brochure.  \nHosted by Downtown State College Improvement District \nSponsored by Barton Malow
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/public-art-walk-2/
LOCATION:3 Dots Downtown\, 137 E. Beaver Avenue\, State College\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:3 Dots Downtown,Saturday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T130000
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SUMMARY:DJ Elbow Knee Knee
DESCRIPTION:DJ Elbow Knee Knee will be spinning tunes during lunch hours in Sidney Friedman Park both Friday and Saturday! Be sure to grab a bite from one of our food vendors\, and catch some shade under one of the park tents while you listen to DJ Elbow Knee Knee spin an all vinyl set containing choice mixes of eclectic borderless sounds that accent the vibe and elevate the Festival experience.
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/dj-elbow-knee-knee-2/
LOCATION:Sidney Friedman Park\, 241 South Fraser Street\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saturday,Sidney Friedman Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T130000
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SUMMARY:Kid-Friendly Best of the Fest
DESCRIPTION:Centre Film Festival hosts a Kid-Friendly Best of the Fest at Tempest Studios. \nEnjoy this curated selection of kid-friendly films from across the globe and various genres including animation\, experimental\, documentary and fiction.
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/kid-friendly-best-of-the-fest/
LOCATION:Tempest Studios\, 140 Kelly Alley\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saturday,Tempest Studios
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T113000
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SUMMARY:Skoal Brothers
DESCRIPTION:The Skoal Brothers is a high energy\, Blues-inspired rock ‘n’ roll band\, playing classic songs from artists such as Jimi Hendrix\, Pink Floyd\, and The Grateful Dead. Currently featuring the iconic Kate Twoey in addition to the lineup of Julian\, JT\, JK and Stubby\, the Skoal Brothers’ long tenure on the State College music scene has endeared them to many generations of local and PSU fans who love to rock. \nSponsored by the Lloyd Family in memory of Wally\, Pat\, Brian\, and Paul
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/skoal-brothers/
LOCATION:Allen Street Stage\, 123 S Allen St\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allen Street Stage,Saturday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T160000
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SUMMARY:Songwriter Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Singer Songwriter Showcase 2024 \n The CPFA Singer Songwriter showcase brings together some of the “best of the best” from the regional performing songwriter scene\, delivering 2 hours of unforgettable original material. \n2-2:25  Jerry Bresee  \n2:30-2:55  Hannah Bingman \n3:00-3:25  Joe Pillot \n3:30-3:55  Jeff Mamett  \nAll: Closing song\, lead by Jim Colbert \nJerry Bresee is a performing songwriter who’s lived all over the US and has been making music as far back as he can remember.  Jerry writes songs in a wide range of styles\, ranging from straight-ahead jazz to country-tinged folk anthems with more than a touch of the blues. He’s performed at venues from Seattle to Atlanta\, including the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage. You can also hear him with Jon Rounds and Bruce Truitt in the Guitar Brothers trio.  \nFor over twenty years\, Hannah Bingman has been writing and performing her folk/blues compositions at venues along the east coast. In addition to a host of songwriting awards\, Bingman has released three studio albums as well as a live album\, and various digital singles. Bingman has grabbed opening slots for musicians such as Kaki King\, Michael Glabicki\, Jeffrey Gaines\, the Infamous Stringdusters\, Ellis\, David Rovics\, and Christine Lavin. \nJoe Pillot’s music was strongly influenced by the storytelling\, singer/songwriters of the 60s and 70’s\, such as Guy Clark\, Jim Croce\, Harry Chapin and James Taylor. Passionate about meaningful song lyrics\, he crafts his songs about love\, life\, nostalgia\, the passing of time and road travels. Born in central Pennsylvania\, the self-taught musician and lyricist has performed at festivals\, wineries\, listening rooms\, and the occasional county fair and carnivals perched upon a dusty flatbed trailer on a hot summer. \nJeff Mamett is a singer-songwriter influenced by artists like Guy Clark and John Prine. His authentic\, earthy songs take people places and evoke emotion. After years as a sideman in LA and Nashville\, recording and touring with various artists\, he left the music industry to raise a family. When the kids were grown\, Jeff began singing his own songs. His 2018 album\, “Carry Me Back”\, was critically acclaimed in publications such as Americana Highways\, Making a Scene Magazine\, Wide Open Country\, and Country Std. Time. His story telling and intimate laid back manner has delighted audiences of all sizes\, leaving folks feeling like they have been entertained on their back porch by an old friend. \nHost Jim Colbert is a multiple award-winning songwriter from Bellefonte. He has performed at venues and festivals across the country from New England to Texas\, including Godfrey Daniels\, Court House Concerts\, The Rose Garden\, Friendship House Concerts\, NERFA\, and more.
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/songwriter-showcase/
LOCATION:Sidney Friedman Park\, 241 South Fraser Street\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saturday,Sidney Friedman Park
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SUMMARY:Rick Hirsch 5
DESCRIPTION:Longtime State College saxophonist Rick Hirsch fronts this dynamic jazz quintet. They play classic tunes by Horace Silver\, Yusef Lateef\, Ahmad Jamal\, Eddie Harris\, Bobby Timmons\, Brian Blade\, and others. \nLancaster-based saxophonist Ryan Kauffman is a member of the Harrisburg Jazz Collective and the NakedEye Ensemble. The Rev. Dr. Kevin Lowe is the drummer in the Zeropoint Big Band\, Erin Condo & the Hoofties\, and Lemont. Bassist Bob Hart is in Zeropoint and Pure Cane Sugar\, and has toured with Debbie Harry\, Van Dyke Parks\, and Kat Edmondson. Pianist Clay Wulbrecht is a graduate of the esteemed jazz studies program at Indiana University. And saxophonist Rick Hirsch is the musical director of Zeropoint\, the founder-teacher of the Fraser Street Saxes\, and a jazz composer whose music is performed worldwide.
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/rick-hirsch-5/
LOCATION:Festival Shell Stage\, 100 W. College Avenue\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival Shell Stage,Saturday
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SUMMARY:Altoona Brass Collective
DESCRIPTION:The Altoona Brass Collective was formed in 2017 by musicians in the central Pennsylvania area sharing a love of brass instruments\, quality music\, and live performance. All of ABC’s repertoire has been written specifically for the ensemble.  The members of the band have strong local ties\, having attended the music schools of Clarion University\, Duquesne University\, Indiana University of Pennsylvania\, Penn State University\, and Slippery Rock University. These musicians are school administrators\, music educators\, music advocates\, music merchants\, studio teachers\, freelance performers\, and business owners with a common goal: To bring high-quality live music to Central Pennsylvania. \nSponsored in part by Altoona First Savings Bank \nVisit their website to learn more.
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/altoona-brass-collective/
LOCATION:Sidney Friedman Park\, 241 South Fraser Street\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saturday,Sidney Friedman Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T203000
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SUMMARY:Ady's Latin Band
DESCRIPTION:Ady’s Latin Band brings together the best musicians in and around State College to play classic and electrifying dance music from across Latin America: salsa\, cumbia\, joropo\, boleros\, son\, and more. Lead singer Ady Martinez has been performing with these world-class musicians in various arrangements for the last decade\, and this current manifestation of Ady’s Latin Band is a bold new project that offers the lively flavors of Latin music to dancing and listening audiences across central Pennsylvania.
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/adys-latin-band/
LOCATION:Festival Shell Stage\, 100 W. College Avenue\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival Shell Stage,Saturday
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T203000
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SUMMARY:Across the Pond
DESCRIPTION:Across the Pond is a multi-instrumental four-piece band performing their own high-energy arrangements of Irish\, Scottish and a few Appalachian tunes and songs.   While very passionate about their traditional roots\, their arrangements contain modern influences. This high-energy band\, featuring Mike Morrison\, Dan Diviney\, Molly Shortridge and Charles Kadyk\, has been sharing their take on traditional and contemporary Irish folk music\, playing over 750 shows throughout the Mid-Atlantic region for over a decade. They’ve developed their own unique style many years ago and have never looked back. Playing at dozens of regional performances annually\, from North Carolina to Quebec & Ontario Provinces in Canada\, at festivals\, weddings\, concerts\, corporate events\, and of course Irish pubs\, Across the Pond is sure to entertain all ages. \nAcross the Pond will be joined with one of their premier step dancers\, the amazing Casey Smial.
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/across-the-pond-2/
LOCATION:Sidney Friedman Park\, 241 South Fraser Street\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saturday,Sidney Friedman Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T203000
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SUMMARY:OK Otter
DESCRIPTION:The OK Otter Trio formed in State College in 2021 and features Mike Doyle on guitar\, Joe Tombasco on piano\, and Rob Bonsell on drums. The band performs a mix of folk rock covers as well as originals ranging from indie pop to Irish trad rock. The band’s second album\, Dad Rock 2\, was just released in March of 2022 and dads around the world have been streaming it on repeat. They can’t get enough. The band is already working on Dad Rock 3.  \nOK Otter’s original music has been used by brands like Lexus and the NHL\, as well as popular vloggers like professional surfer\, Jamie O’Brien.  \nYou can catch the trio around central Pennsylvania at spots like A’s Pub\, Shy Bear Brewing\, and 814 Cider Works and you can also see the full band version of OK Otter in Sea Isle City\, NJ during the summer.  \nSponsored by The Retreat
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/ok-otter/
LOCATION:Allen Street Stage\, 123 S Allen St\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Allen Street Stage,Saturday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T210000
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SUMMARY:Hamlet: The Time is Out of Joint
DESCRIPTION:William Shakespeare’s Hamlet adapted by Cynthia Mazzant \n“The test of love is vengeance: but love must be kept alive by memory: Remember Me.” \nDo our lives flash before our eyes at the moment of our death? What do we remember\, what do we choose to forget? How long may one be gone before they may “properly be forgot?” Perception\, regret\, betrayal\, loyalty\, love – This is Hamlet.  \nTickets are required for $10. Please note this is not a kid-friendly performance.
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/hamlet-the-time-is-out-of-joint/
LOCATION:Tempest Studios\, 140 Kelly Alley\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saturday,Tempest Studios
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T230000
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CREATED:20230417T150603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T150254Z
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SUMMARY:The 8 Ohms Band
DESCRIPTION:The 8 Ohms Band is a powerhouse lineup of players from all over the DC metro area. Bringing heaping doses of Horn Heavy Funk! Drawing from diverse musical backgrounds\, The 8 Ohms are known for blurring the lines between hard groove\, funk\, soul\, reggae and a slight taste of DC’s own go-go music. Regardless of the music\, the energy is undeniable & the 8 Ohms are masters at keeping the dance floor moving! \nThe 8 Ohms Band has been honing their style since 2007. Having backed up or supported some the biggest names on the some of the most biggest stages to come through the DMV\, The 8 Ohms Band name has been directly associated to some of the best in the business! \n 
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/the-8-ohms-band/
LOCATION:Festival Shell Stage\, 100 W. College Avenue\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival Shell Stage,Saturday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T230000
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CREATED:20240510T151456Z
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SUMMARY:The Tall Pines
DESCRIPTION:The Tall Pines are Connie Lynn Petruk & Christmas Davis\, a shack-shakin’ duo who weld together their love of garage-rock\, southern-soul\, classic-country\, swamp-rock\, dirty-blues\, and drive-in-movie aesthetics\, to create their own style of bare-bones Rock & Roll\, with sticky song writing\, and an energetic live show that you will not forget.
URL:https://arts-festival.com/event/the-tall-pines/
LOCATION:Sidney Friedman Park\, 241 South Fraser Street\, State College\, PA\, 16801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saturday,Sidney Friedman Park
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