Events in Hollidaysburg today

A weekly One Piece Card Game tournament at Gootzy Gaming features constructed play that follows the latest Bandai Organized Play restrictions, bans, and rotations. The entry fee is $5. All participants receive a recent organized play promo pack, with additional items when available, and booster packs are awarded based on match results. New players can request a teaching demo, and as an official organized play store, staff are available to help with rules and getting started. Free parking is available in private lots behind the building, with additional street parking around the building. Accessible parking can be found behind the building or directly in front. Snacks and beverages are offered on site. The venue is completely peanut and tree nut free, so please do not bring items that contain nuts. Pre-registration is available through Bandai TCG+.

The Halloween Spooktacular Show centers on barrels and poles with a festive costume twist. Competitors in barrels and poles who arrive in costume will be entered into a random drawing for a trophy halter. A costume parade welcomes adults and kids, and prizes are included. Separate costume classes recognize ages 16 and up and ages 15 and under, with awards for the top five in each. If entries exceed 50, the open barrels class will move to a 4D format. There is also a boyfriend and dad barrel race that is strictly for amateurs and will be monitored as such.

WSPI hosts a ghost hunting event at the Doss House in Loretto, PA. The setting is a 19th century house with an eerie reputation, where spirits are said to be eager to communicate and proudly share their home. The event offers four separate time slots, and consecutive bookings are available for a longer investigation. Tickets are available.

The Rocket Blasters take the stage at Hookies Fire Company in Tyrone for a live performance. This in-person show brings the band to a local community venue.

Rock and Punk Night brings live music to McGarveys Bar as Negan returns and Audiobox closes out the night. Tickets are available, and arriving early offers time to order dinner from the McGarveys menu.

Celebrate the annual Apple Cider Festival and craft show at Muskrat Beach 2 in Prince Gallitzin State Park. Browse more than 100 booths of handmade crafts, enjoy a range of food options, and take in live music. Watch cider pressing in action, explore informational displays, and see chainsaw carving, then keep the fun going with hayrides and a petting zoo. Parking and admission are free, and voluntary donations to the Friends of Prince Gallitzin support park improvements. Pontoon shuttles will be available from Killbuck Boat Launch.

Gootzy Gaming hosts a welcoming youth and families Pokémon night focused on fun, learning, and a positive play environment. Entry is free and the format is Standard Constructed. New players can get a demo, and staff at this official Pokémon Organized Play store are ready to teach. Families participating can take advantage of league special pricing on booster packs for kids and parents. Free parking is available in private lots behind the building, with additional street parking around the building. Accessible parking is available behind or directly in front, and other accommodations can be arranged upon request. To keep the evening kid-friendly, anyone not fostering a positive play environment will be asked to leave. Gootzy Gaming is a 100 percent peanut and tree nut free location, so please avoid bringing items with these allergens. Snacks and beverages are available on site.

All guys are invited to a breakfast focused on food and fellowship at Donna’s Restaurant in Huntingdon. Participants can share a meal and conversation with others.

Readers gather at the Tyrone-Snyder Public Library for a monthly discussion where everyone dives into the same book selected from a member-curated list. In many cases, the library has copies of the featured title available to borrow. Participation is available in person or online. To receive reminders and the Zoom link for remote access, email bookclub@tyronelibrary.org. Upcoming selections include North Woods by Daniel Mason and Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano.

An open tabletop gaming session that supports 2.0 and 2.5 rules, with Epic play welcome.

This weekly Pokemon League gathering lets participants challenge skilled trainers and earn special promotional cards.

A free team trivia night at Unter Uns Musical & Entertainment Society in Altoona, PA is open to members as well as guests. Put together a group and challenge other teams while 'The Professor' Jim Price leads questions across many subjects. Fresh categories and questions are featured each week. The night also lines up with Taco Tuesday. Prizes are awarded to the three highest scoring teams.

Phil McCaulley presents a concert filled with music and dancing, with lunch offered beforehand. There is no charge for attendees who are 60 or older. To reserve lunch, call 814-684-7853 by the day before.

Builders ages 5 to 18 can dive into creative LEGO challenges for one hour. Caregivers must remain inside the library for the duration of the program.

Weekly in-store Riftbound play brings fans of the League of Legends Trading Card Game together at Gootzy Gaming. Entry is $5. The default format is 1v1 constructed, played as best of three with 60 minute rounds, and the event is limited to three rounds each week. By request, 2v2 teams or a four player free for all can be offered. Participants receive a Nexus Night pack and other promotional items as available, including Gootzy Gaming exclusives. Additional prizes are awarded based on match record in the form of Riftbound booster packs. New players can get a quick demo from staff, and a limited number of store decks are available to borrow. Free parking is available in private lots behind the building, with additional street parking nearby. Accessible parking is located behind the building, and the store can help with other accommodations upon request. The venue is entirely peanut and tree nut free, so please avoid bringing items that contain those ingredients. Snacks and beverages are available on site. For questions, call or text 814-515-8436 or email Info@GootzyGaming.com.

This no-cost, peer-facilitated NAMI Connection support group welcomes adults who live with mental health conditions. Each meeting provides a warm, judgment-free space to share experiences, listen to others, and strengthen coping strategies. Participants can expect practical tools, mutual encouragement, moments of shared humor, and a growing sense of self-compassion. The group is offered in a hybrid format with options to participate online or attend in person. No registration is required.

BCAAC’s monthly meeting is back at The Bavarian Aid Society. Current dues-paying members and anyone from the community are welcome to attend and take part in the conversation.