Events in Windber today

Bill Ferrell returns to the Altoona Taproom for an acoustic set highlighting his vocals.

This weekly open session offers free play at any available gaming table. Participants may field any army at any point level.

Weekly Gundam Card Game tournaments at Gootzy Gaming feature a $5 entry and a 1v1 constructed format. Matches are best of one with 30 minute rounds, and three to four rounds are typically run based on attendance. Two versus two play can be arranged by request. All participants receive official Bandai Organized Play promotional packs, with additional rewards such as Gundam booster packs and other prizes based on match record and availability. New players can learn through in-store demos, and a limited number of loaner decks are available each week. Free on-site and street parking are available, including accessible options. The venue is completely peanut and tree nut free, and snacks and beverages are available on site.

This gathering centers on casual Commander play in a pod format. Sign up your pod to receive a promo, or arrive solo and be connected with a pod. Before games begin, talk with your table about the preferred level of play to ensure a good match for everyone.

Challenge your endurance with a 12-hour spin event that blends spirited rides, team camaraderie, and community support for a meaningful cause. Participate as part of a team or ride solo, with new themed sessions and special guests keeping the momentum going all day. Team registration is $50 per person. Additional activities include a basket raffle with prizes from local businesses and a 50/50 drawing. Mileage leaders earn account credits, with $500 for first place, $250 for second, and $100 for third, divided evenly among team members. For example, a 10-person winning team would receive $50 in credit per rider, while a 5-person team would receive $100 each. Early registrants receive an event t-shirt. All profits benefit Operation: BeYoutiful, supporting women experiencing hair loss due to medical illnesses. Platinum sponsorship is provided by Galliker’s Dairy. Individual classes are available throughout the day, and participants can be matched with a team if needed.

Round 12 of the MDRA comes together with PAMX at Pleasure Valley Raceway, with contingencies in place. Additional details will be shared as the event draws near.

Enjoy a night ride at Mountain Ridge ATV Park. Back after last year’s outing, this event focuses on the experience of riding after dark.

Hot rods roll in for a casual cruise-in while old snowmobile leafers sprint along a grass drag strip. The kitchen will be open for food, and racing is part of the action.

A dedicated showcase of postcards and paper ephemera takes place at the Young People's Community Center in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania. Attendees can explore offerings from between 15 and 20 vendors. Admission is $2.00, and there will be a door prize.

This tribute to veterans features music, vendors, and a car show. Additional details are forthcoming.

Hosted at Gootzy Gaming, this weekly One Piece Card Game tournament features a $5 entry fee and a constructed format that follows Bandai Organized Play restrictions, bans, and rotations. All participants receive a recent Organized Play promo pack, with additional items when available, and standings by match record award One Piece booster packs. New players can get a demo, and store staff are available to teach. Free parking is available in private lots behind the building, and there is also street parking nearby. Accessible parking is offered behind the building or directly in front. The venue is completely peanut and tree nut free, so please avoid bringing items with those allergens. Snacks and beverages are available on site.

This hands-on session centers on decorating sugar cookies, with Chad providing guidance to craft a fall themed collection. The cost is $15 per person and all supplies are included. Children younger than 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults who want to decorate need to register for the class as well.

Enjoy a weekly Magic: The Gathering Commander gathering with no entry fee. Play is sanctioned through Companion, and only genuine cards are permitted, so proxies and counterfeits are not allowed. When special formats are featured, including Commander Party or other Wizards promoted offerings, they are included as part of this event and do not require a separate entry or prior notice.

Test your knowledge at Trivia Night at the Bavarian Aid Society. It is free to participate, and both members and guests may take part. Form a team with family or friends and face off as Jim Price, known as The Professor, delivers questions that cover a broad mix of topics. The top three scores earn prizes, with new rewards each month. Order from the kitchen, with options like burgers, wings, sandwiches, and more. After the game, enjoy an extra hour of classic rock hits. The Bavarian Aid Society maintains a smoke free environment.

Families and youth gather at Gootzy Gaming for a relaxed Pokemon night centered on learning and fun. Entry is free, and play uses the Standard Constructed format. The focus is a welcoming environment rather than intense competition, and anyone not supporting a positive space for kids may be asked to leave. Participants can access weekly league pricing on booster packs for both kids and parents. New players can get a quick demo, and as an official Pokemon Organized Play store, staff are ready to teach. The venue is 100 percent peanut and tree nut free, and snacks and beverages are available on site. Free parking is available behind the building and on nearby streets, with handicap spaces offered. If additional accommodations are needed, the store can help. This event is held biweekly on Mondays.

Tuesday yoga classes with instructor Adriann White focus on easing stress and tension while building strength, balance, and flexibility. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat and a yoga strap. Pricing is based on the number of weeks in the month, with four week months at $36 for M and $40 for NM, five week months at $45 for M and $50 for NM, and a $12 drop in option.

Being a pre-teen girl can be challenging, and some subjects can feel uncomfortable to discuss. Windber GYN Associates is here to help mothers or female caregivers and their daughters navigate adolescence together, focusing on topics like puberty, menstruation, body changes, hygiene, and building self esteem and self respect. The event will be held in Windber Place at CSSMCW. To register or request more information, call 814-467-3176 or email cdusack@windbercare.org.

This is an open tabletop gaming session. Both 2.0 and 2.5 rules are supported, and Epic play is allowed.

Learn the basics of cookie decorating with step-by-step guidance from Chad as you craft a Halloween-themed cookie set. The cost is $25 per person, it is BYOB, and all supplies are provided.

A weekly Pokemon League night at Gatehouse Games gives players the chance to challenge trainers and earn exclusive promo cards.

An evening of team trivia unfolds at Unter Uns Musical & Entertainment Society, open to members and guests with no entry fee. Form a team and compete with others as Jim Price, known as the Professor, poses questions spanning many subjects. Fresh categories and questions appear each week, and Taco Tuesday adds an extra reason to gather. Prizes go to the three highest scoring teams.

Work on strength, flexibility, balance, and relaxation in a gentle, chair-supported yoga class with instructor Adriann White. All poses use a chair for support, so there is no need to get down to or up from the floor, and you can progress at a pace and level that feels right. Come in loose, comfortable clothing, and bring a yoga mat and strap. Pricing varies by the length of the month. Four-week sessions are M $36 and NM $40. Five-week sessions are M $45 and NM $50. Drop-in participation is $12. For details or registration, call (814) 255-6515.

This free peer support group, presented with NAMI and HOPE Drop-In, offers a place to share experiences and receive mutual support. It is held twice each month. After the session, a hot meal is offered in the building.

Windber GYN Associates leads a friendly discussion focused on navigating menopause and easing symptoms, with refreshments available. The conversation covers hormone changes, options for symptom relief using natural approaches and medications, sexual health during and after menopause, and strategies for preventing osteoporosis. The session takes place in Windber Place at CSSMCW. For registration or more details, contact 814-467-3176 or cdusack@windbercare.org.

Wednesday Trivia Night at the Buccinese Society invites teams to test their knowledge in a free-to-play contest, and non-members are welcome. Assemble a group and face off as “The Professor,” Jim Price, delivers questions spanning a wide range of topics. Fresh themes and questions roll out every week, and the top three point totals earn prizes. Fuel the fun with orders from the kitchen, including weekly specials, desserts, sandwiches, salads, wings, and more. The Bucce is smoke free, creating a comfortable setting for friendly competition.

Club Works is Bottle Works’ weekly art meetup open to all artists. The gathering provides two hours to create and socialize with peers. Participants should bring their own supplies and may work in any medium. There are no dues or obligations, with the emphasis on community.