State Events
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Somerset area communities set to celebrate 250th Independence Day
Independence Day, or the Fourth of July, is extra special this year because it will be marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence which signifies the birth of the United States as an independent nation.
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A diamond, a whale bone and lots of letters: What’s inside the America 250 time capsule
The 2016 law creating the nonpartisan America250 commission mandated that a time capsule be buried in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026, and dug up 250 years later in 2276.
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Bucks County African American Museums preps to open with special gift
The African American Museum of Bucks County is putting the finishing touches on its new permanent location opening to the public June 20.
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Hershey’s Christian Pulisic ready to shoulder burden of US hopes in World Cup
Christian Pulisic is the most accomplished and most famous player on his national team at the exact time when his nation is hosting a World Cup.
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Pennsylvania state parks gear up for 2026 crowds. What’s happening
Pennsylvania’s state parks are expecting a busier year with the anniversary of our nation and improvements have been made or are in the works across the Commonwealth.
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This weekend in Pennsylvania: Roots Picnic, beer history, strawberries, and more
The annual Roots Picnic in Philly, a rebranded book festival in Pittsburgh, and an exhibit celebrating everyone’s favorite Scranton-set sitcom are among the events you can enjoy across Pennsylvania this weekend.
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Your weekly guide to taking action in Pennsylvania (May 8 – May 14)
A weekly roundup of Pennsylvania political events, advocacy opportunities, protests, and more ways to take action statewide–Friday, May 8 through Thursday, May 14.
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New tiki boat setting sail for themed cruises on Lake Wallenpaupack
The new cruise open to the public is hosted by Pocono Action Sports and Silver Birches Resort with a varied schedule that started May 2.
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Happy birthday, Lawrence Park. Town that GE built is 100 years old
Special events, including a July 4 parade and summer productions of “Romeo and Juliet” in the context of the town’s early days, are planned in the yearlong Lawrence Park centennial celebration.
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This weekend in Pennsylvania: Celebrate mom, ride a rollercoaster, go underground
Pennsylvania’s first underground state park is now open for you to explore in the Laurel Highlands, and there’s plenty to do above ground across the commonwealth this weekend.
