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Falling flat The Penn State men’s basketball team struggles in Big Ten play after losing to Ohio State at the Coaches vs. Cancer Game last week./Page 18

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Trash to Treasure helps United Way By SAMI HULINGS community@centrecountygazette.com

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BARGAIN HUNTER: The United Way will hold a winter Trash to Treasure sale on Feb. 2, similar to the one held in the spring, pictured above.

UNIVERSITY PARK — Those looking for great bargains on gently used clothing, electronics and other household goods may find just what they are looking for at the 2013 winter Trash to Treasure sale. Run by the Penn State Student United Way, the winter branch of the Centre County United Way’s larger spring Trash to Treasure sale will take place on Feb. 2 and feature more than 10 tons of donated goods for sale. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., shoppers can browse for treasures in 106 Fisher Hall, located in the East Com-

mons on campus. Emily Powell, Trash to Treasure student coordinator, said the sale has something for everyone, as students donate everything from paper towels to iPods to antique suitcases. “We receive all kinds of donations. You never know what you’re going to find when you reach into some of these bags (when sorting through donations),” she said. Powell said though most items are gently used, during sorting, many volunteers find items with the price tags still on them. As it takes weeks to get the sorting in order, Powell said members of the Student United Way normally hold two- to three-hour sorting sessions

Howard woman finds success as entrepreneur By BRITTANY SVOBODA community@centrecountygazette.com

HOWARD — Surrounded by a menagerie of animal toys, Robyn Fatula-Confer, pets Mi-ti, her 18year-old Siamese cat, and explains how she became an entrepreneur despite struggling with hardships. Taking a childhood passion and coupling it with professional experience from working with animals, Fatula-Confer, 60, opened Mejimo Kennels in 2004. “I’ve always had a love of animals,” she said. “You look into their eyes, and I just melt. They’re my life.” After retiring from a 25-year career as a veterinary technician in 2001, Fatula-Confer began operating the kennel full time. Although she can be responsible for as many as 11 dogs at one time, not including her own pets, Fatula-Confer runs Mejimo by herself. “I never want to be big enough that I can’t do it myself,” she said, “because I’m particular.” Fatula-Confer said she has built the kennel around complaints she heard from pet owners at the veterinary clinic. She said she wanted to make Mejimo as personalized as possible,

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DOG LOVER: Robyn Fatula-Confer plays with her golden retriever, Candy Cane, at her home in Howard. She now operates a kennel full time.

per week. Sometimes it is necessary to add more. “When we first walk into the rooms and see the mounds of donations, it is very intimidating,” she said. Since she joined the Student United Way in 2010, Powell said the winter Trash to Treasure sale has continued to grow, both in donations and in volunteers. “The committee of volunteers and the amount of people that know about the effort has grown immensely,” she said. “Due to the number of people that come to the sale, we may be trying to get a per-

STATE COLLEGE — Imagine being homeless. Now think about having nowhere to turn when the temperatures drop into the single digits, like they did just a week ago. For many Centre County residents, freezing temperatures force them to find temporary housing, either in a group home, church or shelter. Several area churches have come together to create “Out of the Cold: Centre County.” The program helps those who have no place to go when the weather takes a turn for the worse. “The program started two years ago,” explained Kendra Gettig, outreach coordinator for Calvary Church in State College. “People were finding that Centre House (a homeless shelter) was often full during the winter, so a bunch of churches decided to form ‘Out of the Cold.’ The churches take turns hosting. It’s a

great program.” “Out of the Cold: Centre County” began on Oct. 22 and will run until May 3. Calvary Church began hosting this week. “It’s our first night,” Gettig said. “We have five guests tonight who will get a nice place to sleep and some warm meals.” According to Gettig, the church will provide cots, blankets and pillows for guests. Food comes from the local food bank or churchgoers will prepare meals. “It’s called ‘Out of the Cold’ and that’s truly what it is. For most of our guests, the stories are different. Some just lost their homes. Some are transient and are not from (Centre County),” Gettig said. The program provides shelter from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. every night, Gettig said. For those who have lost their homes and are looking for a more permanent residence, Housing Transitions Inc. in State College is

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Ask the right questions when choosing day care By MARJORIE S. MILLER mmiller@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — When it comes to choosing a day care or child care provider, there are many options families can choose from. While each child’s needs are unique, area professionals stress some important factors for all parents: visit, observe and ask. Connie Shulz, family outreach specialist for student services in the State College Area School District, said some elements to consider when choosing a day care provider include a safe enviOpinion .............................. 7 Health & Wellness ......... 8, 9

ronment, and if it offers activities that are stimulating and interactive. Shulz recommends observing the day care first and meeting the staff before making any decisions. “You want caregivers who are knowledgeable about children … and their needs,” she said, explaining that different ages of children have different needs. In the case of a licensed provider, that license should be displayed, Shulz said. Another important aspect might be that the provider offers both planned activities and down

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time, she said. Children should be energized and encouraged, but also may require some quiet time to just daydream or imagine. When it comes down to it, each family has to make a decision based on the specific needs of their child or children, Shulz said. “(What’s important) is going to vary from individual to individual,” she said. Allison Newlen, director at Kidz Rainbow Center, recommends visiting the day care

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PLAY TIME: When choosing a day care, parents should check out all of their options. Penn State has a pair of day care centers on its campus. Arts & Entertainment 23-25 What’s Happening .... 25, 26

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Front and Centre ROUGHING IT: Despite frigid temperatures, more than 700 Boy Scouts gathered at the Seven Mountains Scout Camp in Potter Township for the 42nd annual Klondike Derby. Page 12

FOOTBALL FEVER: Jason Lord of ESPN Radio in State College takes an inside look at what it’s like to be a diehard fan of the San Francisco 49ers as Super Sunday approaches. Page 20

CHOW DOWN: Don’t know where to go to watch the big game? Don’t know what to make for your Super Bowl feast? The Gazette’s guide to Super Sunday has you covered. Page 17

ON STAGE: The Bald Eagle Area Middle School will perform "The Secret Garden" on Feb. 1 and 2. The play is based on the 1911 novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Page 23

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Eight students charged in connection with fall By LAURA NICHOLS StateCollege.com

STATE COLLEGE — State College Police announced Tuesday charges were filed against eight Penn State students for furnishing alcohol to minors, culminating an investigation into the events surrounding 19-year-old Penn State cheerleader Paige Raque’s five-story fall from a downtown apartment window on Oct. 13. Raque suffered a brain injury and a broken pelvis when she fell 39 feet from a fifthstory window. Police said they have determined the fall to be accidental. Police conducted an investigation which led them to identify eight Penn State students who furnished alcoholic beverages to minors who were attending a party hosted in apartment 507 at 520 E. Calder Way on Oct. 13. The furnishing charges are a misdemeanor, police said. The following students were charged in connection to the incident: ■ Tempest Hourston, 21 ■ Megan Markovitz, 21 ■ Adaire Robinson, 21 ■ Alexandria Hipple, 20 ■ Brooke Piccione, 20 ■ Alyssa Duffy, 19 ■ Julie Hannan, 19 ■ Madeline Miller, 19 Four cheerleaders and one member of the Penn State Lionettes Dance Team were

Homeless, from page 1 an option. HTI has several temporary properties where families can stay until a solution is found. “Certainly, we are more aware of homelessness during the winter,” said Ron Quinn, executive director of HTI. “Numbers-wise, we really don’t see a big jump. But the fact of the matter is that it’s there. It’s always there.” HTI is a non-profit corporation offering a variety of housing services to Centre County residents in need. According to its website, HTI believes that housing crises are caused by a multitude of personal and financial difficulties that must be handled properly in order to arrive at sustainable solutions. Having a stable housing environment allows families and individuals to more effectively address underlying problems and increase their self-sufficiency. According to Quinn, HTI’s mission is to assist families and individuals achieve a more independent lifestyle by providing a plethora of effective and well-managed services. “We are always there to help, especially when the weather turns like it has. Our

among those charged. All five are no longer with their respective squads because of a violation of team rules, according to the university. “We are aware that some students have been charged by Borough of State College Police and we are dealing appropriately with students’ status on their respective teams,” university spokesperson Jill Shockey wrote in an email. “All students will have to face potential sanctions from the University’s Office of Student Conduct, which will receive the police report and conduct its own review. “We are still concerned for Paige’s recovery. This was a tragic and unfortunate accident that could have been avoided.” Raque was flown to the trauma center of Altoona Regional Health System on the night of her accident before being moved out of the intensive care unit to a rehabilitation center in her hometown of Louisville, Ky. In October, police filed for and were executed a search warrant to obtain Raque’s medical records from Mount Nittany Medical Center to determine whether alcohol was a factor in her fall. Police said Raque will not be charged. Last week, her brother Parker, a member of the Penn State men’s gymnastics team, updated her condition on Twitter, writing she’s continuing cognitive and physical therapy daily and still has nerve pain in her feet.

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A LINE SNAKED around Beaver Stadium for early bird shoppers at the annual Trash to Treasure sale last spring. A winter sale will be held this weekend. Trash, from page 1

all proceeds from the winter sale will benefit the 37 partner Centre County United Way partner agencies, which provide help to area families. Last year, the winter sale raised more than $4,000, with the spring sale raising more than $60,000. “Overall, the sales help the community a tremendous amount,” Powell said. “Every donation is appreciated and contributes to the total that helps thousands of people.” For more information visit www.trashtotreasure.psu.edu or www.ccunitedway. org.

manent space to hold the donations, instead of in the basement of the resident halls, and for the sales.” She said she hopes that as the sale continues to grow, so does student involvement. “Not only are they helping the environment, (but) they are also helping the local community that provides a wonderful atmosphere for an education,” Powell said. Similar to the spring Trash to Treasure sale run by the Centre County United Way,

staff is more aware of families who are struggling. We’re on the lookout for people sleeping in cars, things like that. We’re constantly monitoring those types of situations,” Quinn said. HTI was founded in 1984 as a homeless shelter and has gradually become one of the primary housing resources in Centre County. In addition to helping those who are homeless, HTI aids those who may be struggling to make ends meet. For example, a family might be having a hard time paying rent or making a mortgage payment. HTI tries to step in and help the family before they are forced out of their home. “It really is a complex issue … an issue that we take very seriously. There are so many circumstances surrounding potential homelessness. It’s often the result of a life-changing event, an illness or job loss that someone finds themselves in that situation,” Quinn said. “Our mission is to step in and help before being homeless enters the picture.” For more information about “Out of the Cold: Centre County,” email ootccentreco@gmail.com.

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Success, from page 1 which includes giving each dog boarded individual attention. “I don’t exercise all the dogs together,” she said. “I think that’s a big mistake.” Fatula-Confer said she takes each dog out separately, or with the other dog from its household if it came in a pair. While in the enclosed area, the dogs are free to run, jump and play with toys. After the dogs’ allotted time in the exercise area, she boards them back up and gives them a treat. “A lot of times when the dogs come here, they don’t want to leave,” she said. “Not that they don’t like their owners, they just had such good attention here.” Fatula-Confer keeps a television, radio, hanging plants and a refrigerator in the kennel to make the space look and feel homey, she said. Mejimo is state inspected regularly, she said, and its records, along with those of other kennels in the state, can be found online. “I’m proud to say that I’ve never had a black mark against me,” she said. FATULA-CONFER said she always alerts owners if something happens during their dog’s stay at the kennel. Usually, she said, dogs get nervous and have some anxiety, but occasionally one will need medical attention. And given her extensive background working with animals, FatulaConfer said she knows what to look for. “I can do the technical talk,” she said. “I know if the dog needs seen right away.” She also said she can administer any medications a dog would normally take while staying at the kennel. Fatula-Confer said she usually takes her vacation time during the winter months when busi-

ness is slow. Sometimes, she said, she even closes down the kennel for several months, something she did this year. She said it was not cost effective to keep the kennel open and only have a few dogs staying at a time. The kennel is currently closed until April 1, but Fatula-Confer said she already has reservations for the upcoming months. Most of her business, she said, is returning clients, who also help spread the word about Mejimo. “Once somebody comes to my kennel they always come back,” she said. Although the kennel isn’t operating, her grooming business is. “I’m currently doing that and I love it,” she said. Since 1985, Fatula-Confer said she grooms about 15 dogs each week in her quaint home shop. She said she spends about an hour to an hour and a half with each dog. Along with operating Mejimo and her grooming business, she breeds and raises Shetland sheepdogs, or shelties, and shows them at dog competitions worldwide. Fatula-Confer said her passion for shelties stems from the television series “Lassie,” which she watched as a child. Since she wasn’t allowed to have a dog growing up, she said once she was out on her own, her first dog would be a collie like Lassie. After realizing she had limited space, however, Fatula-Confer said she did some research and decided to adopt a sheltie. Her first sheltie, named after Whoopi Goldberg, came from Hendersonville, Tenn., in 1976. After further research, she said she began training Whoopi to compete against other shelties in national and international competitions. Whoopi’s first competition, she said, was in 1985 and showcased his talent of French kissing. Fatula-Confer said she alone

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doesn’t focus on preparing her shelties for competition much anymore, but trains the dogs and then sends them with their coowners or professional handlers to compete. She and her shelties have won 24 American championships, six Canadian, two international and one Puerto Rican. TRAGEDY STRUCK Fatula-Confer when her husband died in November 2011. “When he died it was very unexpected,” she said. “It’s been very difficult that last two years to do everything.” Despite her loss and being financially strapped, Fatula-Confer said she was still able to train and finish Patrick “The Mentalist,” who is named after her favorite television show. “I love all my shelties, but he’s really tugged at my heart. He kept me focused,” she said. “I wanted to prove to myself that I could still do it and still finish dogs.” And he did, she said. While her occupation with animals takes up most of her day, Fatula-Confer is able to express herself through various creative outlets. Five years ago, she said she began making homemade jewelry and scarf sliders. One night, as she was waiting for a litter of puppies, FatulaConfer said she took a stone her granddaughter had found and some of her husband’s copper wire and began wrapping the wire around the stone creating a charm-like object. “I realized that if I was going to make it in the craft-artistic part of that area,” she said, “I had to create and come up with some kind of design that was different.” Fatula-Confer said she brought her pieces to craft fairs and did well. “People really loved my jewelry,” she said.

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ROBYN FATULA-CONFER grooms Whoopie, her first champion sheltie, in her home shop. Along with running Mejimo Kennels, she also grooms about 15 dogs each week. This prompted her to begin making pendants with semi-precious stones and sea glass, she said, as well as decorative sliders for scarves. Fatula-Confer also said she makes special order pieces, such as pendants and necklaces with blue and white stones that have a lion paw on them, and has donated pieces to the American Cancer Society and various dog organizations. ADDING YET another creative outlet to her résumé, Fatula-Confer has been working part-time in the bakery of Weis Markets in Bellefonte for about a year, she said. “I decided that I wanted to get out of the house,” she said. “Just a couple hours here and there to do something different that I’ve never ever done before.” Fatula-Confer said that although she doesn’t do much of the baking, she helps out where she can and enjoys the camaraderie that exists between her

and the other employees. When she’s not boarding dogs, grooming, making custom jewelry or working in the bakery, she said she likes to spend time with her three daughters and grandchildren, as well as attending the annual sheltie national championships, which take place in different locations across the United States each year. Along with her shelties and Mi-ti, Fatula-Confer also has Nova, a 3-year-old blue point Siamese cat, and a 1-year-old golden retriever named Candy Cane. Spoken like a true go-getter, Fatula-Confer said her driving force was and continues to be the objective of staying young and not growing old. “I don’t ever want to turn into a couch potato,” she said as she reflected on her accomplishments. “Ever.” For more information on Mejimo Kennels, visit www. mejimo.com.

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Hershey Med gets $3.9 million grant

JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Drinking water warning issued in State College By NATE MINK StateCollege.com

From Gazette staff reports HERSHEY — Penn State College of Medicine has received a $3.9 million award from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) of the National Institutes of Health for research to find biomarkers for Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease is a chronic and progressive movement disorder that affects more than 1 million Americans. The five-year award is part of the Parkinson’s Disease Biomarkers Program of the NINDS that is designed to find reliable markers that can be used in the future evaluation of novel therapies that may stop Parkinson’s. Professor Xuemei Huang of Penn State Hershey Medical Center has been an active researcher in this field. The new award will be based on recent results from her laboratory that suggest a novel way to detect Parkinson’s related brain damage by using a commonly available clinical technique, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). “In Parkinson’s, there is currently no widely available way to detect cell-loss in the brain for use in diagnosing the disease or tracking its progression,” Huang said.

“We are looking for ways to reliably show Parkinson’s disease-related changes in patients’ brains without having to perform any invasive procedures.” The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke created the Parkinson’s Disease Biomarkers Program in 2011. The program supports research related to discovering biomarkers and also creates a mechanism that promotes the sharing of biological samples and related data to help speed discovery of new therapeutic approaches. The award to Penn State Hershey under this initiative is one of only nine projects funded nationwide. “Dr. Xuemei Huang, an outstanding investigator and clinician in the Penn State Hershey Department of Neurology, epitomizes the efforts of the Penn State Hershey Neuroscience Institute to foster neuroscience research, teaching and patient care,” said Robert Harbaugh, M.D., director, Penn State Hershey Neuroscience Institute. “She is one of a large number of physicians and scientists in the Neuroscience Institute who are leading the way in providing new scientific discoveries in Parkinson’s disease and using this knowledge to develop more effective care.”

Congressmen ask NCAA to restore 40 lost scholarships By NATE MINK StateCollege.com

STATE COLLEGE — Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson, who represents the State College area, co-signed a letter to NCAA President Mark Emmert on Monday asking that the 40 scholarships that were taken away from Penn State as part of the sanctions be restored. The letter, co-signed by congressman Charlie Dent, asks how denying future student-athletes access to higher education supports the NCAA’s mission. “I want to make it clear to the NCAA who they are really hurting with this scholarship reduction,” Dent said in a press release. “It’s not Jerry Sandusky and it’s not the University. They are hurting young

people who are completely innocent of anything relating to the Sandusky situation and who through no fault of their own are being denied a chance to get a great education.” Penn State is entering Year 1 of the four-year scholarship GLENN “GT” reduction. THOMPSON Bill O’Brien’s coaching staff is allowed to sign a maximum of 15 scholarship players — down from 25 — until 2017. It has a 65 scholarship player cap starting in 2014.

STATE COLLEGE — About three dozen homes and businesses are under a drinking water warning after a 20-inch water main failure Tuesday afternoon. Those customers in locations 1700-1820 S. Atherton St., 105-164 Joyce Drive, 110151 Suzy Circle, 112-129 Vivian Way and 800 W. Branch Road will experience a loss of water pressure and possible water contamination, the State College Borough Water Authority announced. “We don’t know of any contamination,” said John Lichman, executive director at the borough’s water authority. “This is only for 37 customers out of 14,366. Everyone else should relax.” Test results for bacteria were expected to take about 48 hours, and Lichman is optimistic the water samples will not show to be contaminated when the results come in around 8 p.m. Thursday. If a sample does come back positive, then the authority tests for human error. In the event that re-

peated tests come back positive, the line would be flushed until the water was deemed safe. Those under warning are urged to bring all water to a rolling boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using; or use bottled water, according to the department. It advises people to use boiled or bottled water for drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth and food preparation until further notice. The borough hand-delivered notices to the affected customers shortly after the incident was discovered and posted the warning on its website by Wednesday morning. The department will alert those impacted when all corrective actions have been completed and when boiling water is no longer necessary. Lichman hopes the detailed warning helps alleviate fears among residents across the area. “I treat the water like I’m giving it to my own children,” Lichman said.

Police ID suspect in HUB parking deck attack By LAURA NICHOLS StateCollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — According to Penn State Live, police are looking for a suspect in connection to a reported incident of indecent assault Saturday and charges will be filed. Penn State Police received a report that a female Penn State student was grabbed around 1 a.m. Monday on the sidewalk between Shortlidge Road and the east side entrance of the HUB-Robeson Center Parking Deck. The woman, on whom police are not releasing identifying details, told police the man who grabbed her was white and appeared to be in his mid 20s, approximately 5-foot-8 and 200 pounds. He has a bald or shaved head, police said and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a black leather jacket. Police said it can be assumed that conditions continue to exist that may pose a threat to members and guests of the Penn

State community. Police are asking that anyone who may have information about the incident call the Penn State Police at (814) 863-1111, located at 26 Eisenhower Parking Deck. Individuals can leave an anonymous tip online by clicking on “Silent Witness.” Information can also be reported to the Centre County Crime Stoppers at 1-87799CRIME. A cash reward of up to $1,000 could be awarded to the individual who provides information that leads to an arrest. Meanwhile, the State College Police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that occurred in the 100 block of High Street around 1:50 a.m. Monday. A small white car struck a street sign and retaining wall before leaving the scene. The vehicle should have front-end damage, police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact State College Police at (814) 2347150 or to submit an anonymous tip online.

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Take immediate steps before the next tragedy It's hard to imagine the level of depravity that would drive someone to enter a school and murder innocents. Unfortunately, this deplorable act is being used, by opportunists, to call for gun bans and the disarming of millions of responsible citizens. Americans have always had guns as guaranteed by the Bill of Rights and the vast majority have always used them responsibly with no thoughts of harming children. A gun, like a knife, is a tool which, in and of itself, cannot harm anyone. We have to look for other factors in society that would drive someone to murder. Upon investigation of these types of crimes, it appears that the perpetrators are often on some type of psychiatric drug such as antidepressants which in certain cases can lead to extreme violence toward self (suicide) and others (murder). Another factor is the ever increasing amount of violence depicted in movies, on television and through interactive video/computer programs which could promote realworld violence. Also the practice of satanism/the occult has been linked to these types of crimes. Blame must also be placed on those who, by establishing “gun free school zones,” deprive responsible adults in these schools of their God-given right to possess arms in defense of themselves and the children under their care. These zones should be more accurately referred to as “armed predator zones,” since the only ones free of firearms are victims who have now become prey of the emboldened predator. Now is the time to end this assault on America's schools. Schools need to follow the example of Texas and set up qualified self-defense training for personnel and, through concealed carry, enable them to deal with any deadly intruders immediately. Time lost waiting for police to arrive results in more untimely deaths. John Solan Frenchville

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Can we prevent attacks abroad? WASHINGTON — I would hate to meet Hillary Clinton in a dark Senate corridor, especially when she was on a tear about when she knew that the tragedy in Benghazi that killed four Americans had been carried out by an organized terrorist group. The former first lady, U.S. senator, presidential candidate and soon-tobe former secretary of state showed she is no one to mess with. Her former lawmaker colleagues won’t soon forget her testimony. She put to rest the entire silly question about the difference between a protest gone awry and a planned attack. At least let’s hope so. Dan K. Thomasson As she pointed is a columnist for out, there isn’t Scripps-Howard any difference in News Service. this case. The four victims — including the U.S. ambassador to Libya — are just as dead, no matter who was responsible. Anything else is irrelevant and has been from the start of this debacle, notwithstanding United Nations Ambassador Susan Rice’s forced withdrawal from consideration to succeed Clinton. Wisconsin Republican Sen. Ron Johnson found out the hard way that

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the official misstatements about who was responsible immediately following the attack were no longer a viable line of questioning. Clinton made no bones about her disdain for his questioning, dismissing it as politically motivated without actually saying so. The important, relevant questions are: How did U.S. intelligence fail to anticipate such a shootout at a base containing a CIA safe house, despite warnings? Why wasn’t the request for additional security — made before the attack — fulfilled? How do we prevent such an attack from happening again? The request apparently wasn’t brought to Clinton’s attention. And although Congress did not fully fund the department’s request to safeguard the nation’s diplomatic missions, money could have been transferred from other endeavors. The crux of this problem lies in a diplomatic culture that firmly believes too much protection inhibits the ability to do the job, that a fortress mentality at our far-flung embassies is bad for our foreign policy. In areas such as the Middle East, there is danger everywhere. Most diplomats posted to front-line assignments understand this perfectly. Recent history has taught us that some events are unavoidable. The Iran hostage crisis and the bombings of U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania are good examples. But that doesn’t mean we should tolerate scrimping on security to the

point of irresponsibility or ignoring obvious appeals and warnings. That happened in the Benghazi affair, and that is where Clinton and her staff are vulnerable. To Clinton’s credit, she understands this and accepts responsibility. It’s problematic whether Congress does. Clinton failed to outline what’s needed. This may have been in deference to her successor, Sen. John Kerry, who faces confirmation and with whom she appeared before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee after her Benghazi testimony in both houses. One thing seems clear. She controls a situation like this about as well as anyone might. If she has a weakness, it is an almost imperious attitude at times brought on by her confidence in her own intellectual ability. Kerry will have to deal with what comes next in preventing more Benghazi incidents in a volatile region where local authorities often can’t be trusted to protect foreign diplomats, particularly those representing the U.S. Expanded Marine detachments are an obvious step, but rethinking private contract security also should be a top priority in the aftermath of these failures. Beefing up the Bureau of Diplomatic Security is another option. Probably the best way to lessen the threat is to listen to those onsite and respond with common sense and prudent action.

Taxpayers go where tax rates are low By DEROY MURDOCK Scripps Howard News Service

NEW YORK — The only thing more stunning than the kleptomania of tax-hiking politicians is their unswerving faith that taxpayers, especially wealthy ones, simply will smile and surrender even more of their money. This fundamental misunderstanding of human nature is impervious to mounting evidence that taxpayers go where taxes are low. French President Francois H o l l a n d e DeRoy Murdock is a thought he could columnist for impose a 75 perScripps-Howard cent top tax rate News Service. and simply watch revenues flow into Paris like the Seine. Instead, actor Gerard Depardieu rushed into the loving arms of Vladimir Putin and Russia’s 13 percent flat tax. Former French President Nikolai Sarkozy, of all people, reportedly may move to London to escape Hollande’s thievery. Potential fraud charges also may fuel Sarkozy’s wanderlust. Last year, a record 1,788 Americans renounced their citizenship, mainly in favor of countries with lower taxes and friendlier political rhetoric. Golf great Phil Mickelson generated headlines this week when he suggested that high taxes might drive him from his native California or per-

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haps America. “There are going to be some drastic changes for me,” Mickelson said. “If you add up all the federal (levies) and you look at the disability and the unemployment and the Social Security, and the state, my tax rate’s 62, 63 percent.” Imagine keeping just 37 cents of every dollar you earn. Is that a fair share? Before President Barack Obama, Washington Democrats and even some invertebrate Republicans boost taxes any higher, they should read “How Money Walks.” Author Travis Brown demonstrates how Americans between 1995 and 2010 shifted some $2 trillion in wealth by abandoning California, Illinois, New Jersey and other high-tax states and unpacking in low-tax states such as Florida, Nevada and Texas. “After spending several years mapping and analyzing these data, one correlation keeps popping up: Income moves to where it is most welcome, tax-wise,” Brown writes. “Money walks because opportunity talks.” As I observe in Brown’s book, this reality is undeniable among the Empire State and its neighbors. “I have identified the most compelling incentive of all,” Paychex Inc. chairman Tom Golisano wrote in the New York Post. “Move out of New York State.” Golisano spent about 90 minutes transferring his voter registration, driver’s license and domicile certificate to Florida. “By domiciling in Florida, which has no personal income tax, I will save $13,800 every day. That’s a pretty strong incentive.” One-way traffic from the Empire State to the Sunshine State is so steady that Harrington Moving and

Storage specializes in easing that exodus. “Our professionals work hard to ensure that you don’t have to during your move from New York to Florida,” boasts the Maplewood, N.J., company’s website. “You can rest assured knowing that your New York-to-Florida move will be smooth, relaxing and seamless throughout.” Connecticut still is smarting over the relocation of hedge-fund manager Edward Lampert. With an estimated net worth of $3 billion, according to Forbes, Lampert was considered the fifth-wealthiest man in the Nutmeg State. In August 2011, Connecticut increased taxes by $875 million, retroactively to that January. It cut the maximum property tax credit from $500 to $300 and lifted its top state income tax rate from 6.5 percent to 6.7 percent. Then, on June 1, 2012, Lampert moved his company, ESL Investments, to Florida. Lampert also took with him the $10.6 billion that ESL reportedly controlled at that time. Supply-side economists Arthur Laffer and Stephen Moore found similar unintended consequences after New Jersey boosted its top tax rate from 6.35 percent to 8.97 percent. As they wrote in the Wall Street Journal, “Examining data from a 2008 Princeton study on the New Jersey tax hike on the wealthy, we found that there were 4,000 missing half-millionaires in New Jersey after that tax took effect.” State deficits soon erupted like Jersey barriers beside a ditch. From class-warrior-in-chief Obama to sticky-fingered city council members, politicians always should remember that taxpayers are not oak trees. Shake them too hard, and they and their money soon will be gone with the wind.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS Botox offers hope to women with incontinence From Gazette staff reports HERSHEY — When most people hear Botox, they think of injections to the face to combat wrinkles and aging. While its first use may have been cosmetic, doctors have since begun using the muscle weakening protein to treat patients with neurological disorders, migraines and, now, female incontinence. Botox is FDA approved for patients who have urge incontinence caused by an overactive or neurogenic bladder. This common type of incontinence causes bladder spasms and results in urinary leakage. According to Dr. Vanessa Elliott, a urologist at Penn State Hershey Medical Center, the procedure takes only a few minutes, requires numbing, instead of sedation, and is pain-free. It eliminates a patient’s need for daily medication and the unwanted side effects of those drugs. The procedure involves a doctor placing a scope inside the patient’s bladder, a small needle goes through the scope, and the Botox is injected into the wall of the

bladder. Botox is not the first line of treatment, Elliott said. The drug is costly and often has to be approved by insurance companies, with some requiring proof that other medications were tried and failed. Patients are first offered daily medication in the form of a pill, patch or gel to treat the problem. For the vast majority of women, the drugs either fail to work or cause intolerable side effects such as dry mouth, constipation, facial flushing and, in older patients, confusion. The side effects force patients to discontinue use even if the medication worked for the bladder. Once they have tried and failed one or two of those medicines, patients are then offered Botox, Elliott said. They generally need to repeat the procedure every six to 12 months and have no systemic side effects, as the Botox only affects the bladder. The injections allow incontinence patients to go to the bathroom less frequently and have fewer incidents of leakage between bathroom visits. For some patients with spinal cord in-

juries or multiple sclerosis and have to catheterize themselves every four to six hours during the day, the Botox procedure allows them to stay dry in between catheterizations. “The improvement is significant if Botox works for these patients,” said Elliott, who reports a 75 percent success rate with the procedure. The procedure does have risks. Because the needle is stuck into the bladder multiple times, a small risk of blood in the urine exists. There’s also a small risk of getting a urinary tract infection. Patients receive antibiotics to combat this possibility, and Elliot said she will not do the procedure on anyone with an active infection. Elliot said that the biggest risk is if a provider uses the full FDA-approved dose. A possibility exists for the bladder to become so relaxed that the patient can’t void on her own temporarily. Only about 10 percent of women experience this after the procedure and need to catheterize themselves for a few weeks to a couple months until the effect diminishes.

Penn State Hershey dedicates new institute From Gazette staff reports HERSHEY — In 1968, Dr. Elliot Vesell, Penn State College of Medicine’s first chair of the Department of Pharmacology, discovered that a person’s genetic makeup influences how a drug commonly used to thin blood is metabolized by the body. Four decades later, scientists have found the specific genetic sequences that determine this response. Physicians can now use a patient’s unique genetic signature to prescribe the right dose to be effective and not too much to cause excess bleeding. Today, in the same halls where Vesell made his discovery, Penn State Hershey Institute for Personalized Medicine opened the doors to its new space, which will help scientists make the next important finds for improving health using genetic and biologic data and rapidly evolving computational techniques. Launched in February 2012 under the leadership of Dr. James Broach, the institute works in close collaboration with departments and other institutes across the Hershey campus, including the Penn State Clinical and Translational Science Institute, to advance personalized medicine research and to translate that research into clinical applications. During the dedication, Dr. Harold L. Paz, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Health System CEO, Penn State’s senior vice president for health affairs, and dean of the college of medicine, said personalized medicine is the next frontier in medicine. “Medicine has always been personal, but through the research conducted here, we will now be able to fulfill the promise envisioned by early pioneers like Vesell and create a future in which it is possible to help each person tailor the healthiest pos-

sible lifestyle, and when necessary, to treat each patient with an individually designed medication,” Paz said. Paz joined local dignitaries for the institute dedication, including Sen. Bob Casey and state Department of Health Acting Secretary Michael Wolf. The institute is developing the necessary resources for personalized medicine research, including a biorepository to collect, process and store — with informed consent — blood and tissue samples from patients who visit Penn State Hershey Medical Center and its outpatient practice sites, plus the technology and computing power needed to analyze these samples. Together with information stored in the electronic health record, this secure bank of de-identified biological samples will allow scientists and physicians to develop better ways to diagnose, treat or cure certain diseases and illnesses, particularly those more prevalent in people living in central Pennsylvania. “Our efforts to advance personalized medicine will not be confined to the laboratory and research space we are unveiling today,” said Dr. Daniel Notterman, vice dean for research and graduate studies for the College of Medicine, Penn State’s associate vice president for health sciences research, and professor of pediatrics, biochemistry and molecular biology. “We are also engaging the communities and patients we serve in our efforts. Patients who volunteer to give samples for use in this important research can take pride in knowing they are helping us to uncover better ways to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases and conditions that affect not only them but others in their families and in our community.” The institute’s new space and equipment were supported by $2.85 million in

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A HOST OF dignitaries, including university president Rodney Erickson, were on hand when the Penn State Hershey Institute for Personalized Medicine had its official dedication. National Institutes of Health funds and by $1.5 million in state tobacco settlement CURE grant funds. The public can learn more about personalized medicine and participating in the Penn State Hershey biorepository at two town hall sessions in March: 7 p.m. on March 5 at the University Conference Center on the Penn State Hershey campus, and 7 p.m. on March 19 at Penn State Hershey Medical Group Camp Hill. More information on these sessions will be available soon on the institute’s web site, med.psu.edu/ipm. Founded in 1963 through a gift from The Milton S. Hershey Foundation, Penn

State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is one of the leading teaching and research hospitals in the country. The 491-bed medical center is a provider of high-level, patient-focused medical care. The medical center campus also includes Penn State College of Medicine (Penn State’s medical school), Penn State Hershey Cancer Institute and Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital. The medical center campus is part of Penn State Hershey Health System, which also includes the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute, Penn State Hershey Rehabilitation Hospital and other specialty facilities.

Weight counseling decreases despite rise in obesity From Gazette staff reports HERSHEY — While the number of overweight and obese Americans has increased, the amount of weight counseling offered by primary care physicians has decreased – especially for patients with high blood pressure and diabetes — according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers. More than 145 million adult Americans are overweight or obese. Researchers analyzed data from the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey for the years 1995-96 and 2007-08. This national survey collects information about the provision and use of outpatient medical care services in the United States. The 200708 data was the most recent available at the time of the study, and the two time periods

were chosen because the survey structure was similar for better comparisons. Despite the current obesity epidemic, patients seen in 2007-08 had 46 percent lower odds of receiving weight counseling, with counseling occurring in only 6.2 percent of visits in that year. At the same time, the percentage of adults who were overweight or obese increased from 52.1 percent in 1995 to 63.3 percent in 2008. Researchers reported their findings in a recent edition of the journal Medical Care. “It is striking that the odds of weightloss counseling declined by 41 percent, with only 29.9 percent of obese patients receiving counseling in 2007-2008, given the substantial increases in the rates of overweight and obesity during that time,” said Dr. Jennifer Kraschnewski, assistant pro-

fessor of medicine. In addition, patients with high blood pressure were 46 percent less likely to receive counseling, and diabetes patients were 59 percent less likely. “People with these conditions stand the most to gain from the weight counseling,” Kraschnewski said. In 2003, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommended that physicians screen all patients for obesity and offer counseling and interventions to promote sustained weight loss. Created in 1984, the task force makes evidence-based recommendations about preventive services including screenings and counseling. “Unfortunately, other studies have shown that physicians do not conduct weight and weight-related counseling for the majority of their affected patients,” Kraschnewski said. Evidence shows that

counseling can help adults lose weight and keep it off. The reasons for this drop are unclear, according to the researchers. Barriers for physicians to offer weight counseling include pessimism that patients can change, time limitations during appointments and thinking that their training for lifestyle counseling is inadequate. “There are many additional competing demands in the outpatient care between study years, including an increase in chronic illnesses, a focus on quality improvement and use of electronic health records,” Kraschnewski said. “Although visit duration has actually increased over the study time period, the number of items addressed during clinic visits has increased substantially more, suggesting less time is available to provide counseling.”

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Mount Nittany employees receive flu vaccinations From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;With the severity of this flu season, employees are realizing what impact flu has on patients and the people who care for them, and they are voluntarily stepping up to get vaccinated,â&#x20AC;? said Shannon Hilliard, RN, director of nursing, Mount Nittany Physician Group. Physicians and midlevel providers are at 100 percent participation, she said. Mount Nittany Health, consisting of Mount Nittany Physician Group and Mount Nittany Medical Center, has a combined workforce of 2,092 people. The vaccination program

began in mid-October, with most vaccinations occurring then. Overall compliance rate is currently at about 88 percent, and counting. Of the 322 Mount Nittany Physician Group employees, 288, or 88 percent, have received the vaccination. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right now, during the height of the flu season, the non-clinical staff is filtering in to get the shot,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vaccination is considered the single-most effective influenza control measure for protection, so we place high importance on this initiative,â&#x20AC;? said Emma S. Smith, employee/occupation health coordinator, speaking of the em-

ployee vaccination program at Mount Nittany Medical Center. Of the 1,770 people employed at Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1,540, or 87 percent, have been vaccinated. The current direct patient care flu vaccination rate is 88 percent. Mount Nittany Health stacks up well beside other healthcare institutions. Research by The Centers for Disease Control found that 62.9 percent of all healthcare workers had been immunized by early November and that vaccinations for healthcare workers have been highest in hospitals, 83.4 percent, followed by physiciansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; offices or ambulatory care settings, 65.4 percent,

Centre Volunteers in Medicine exceeds goal From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The annual Centre Volunteers in Medicine Friends and Family Campaign met the Shaner $50,000 Challenge and exceeded the 2012 goal. Since 2004, Lance and Ellen Shaner have challenged their fellow Centre County residents to remember their neighbors with gifts to Centre Volunteers in Medicine, a free clinic providing medical and dental care, case management and medication assistance. The Shaners were moved to make their initial matching grant when they learned about a 6-year-old CVIM patient that asked his friends to bring donations to CVIM instead of birthday presents to his party. For nine years the Shaners have given â&#x20AC;&#x153;the gift

of healthâ&#x20AC;? by matching dollar for dollar up to $50,000. Celebrating the 10th year of providing care, the Friends and Family Campaign is the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest fundraising campaign, raising 20 percent of the annual operating budget. With a strong volunteer base and a small dedicated staff, essential medical and dental care are provided to uninsured employed individuals struggling to stay off welfare. The campaign runs the month of December each year. Opening the doors in February of 2003, CVIMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to understand and serve the health and wellness needs of the medically underserved who live in Centre County.

Blood drives scheduled MONDAY, FEB. 11

â&#x2013; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; PSU/Millennium Science Bldg., N-201-203, Pollock Road, State College â&#x2013; 1-7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 208 W. Foster Ave., State College

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â&#x2013; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Red Cross Donor Center, 135 S. Pugh St., State College â&#x2013; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; PSU/Hammond Bldg., Kunkle Lounge, College Ave., State College â&#x2013; 1-7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Miles Township Fire Hall, 102 Broad St., Rebersburg â&#x2013; 1-7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Knights of Columbus, 850 Stratford Drive, State College

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â&#x2013; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; PSU/Blue Band Bldg., Services Road, State College â&#x2013; 2-7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Moshannon Valley Elementary School, 5026 Green Acre Drive, Houtzdale

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â&#x2013; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; PSU/Outreach Bldg., Innovations Drive, State College â&#x2013; 12:30-6:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; State College Comfort Suites, 1155 Benner Pike, State College â&#x2013; 1-7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Old Fort American Legion, 2829 Penns Valley Pike, Centre Hall

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and long-term care facilities, 48.7 percent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have been providing vaccinations to employees for more than 15 years. This year we instituted a masking requirement, which seems to have increased the rate of vaccinations. Last year the direct care rate was 74 percent and this year itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 88 percent. The new requirement makes it mandatory for all direct care workers to wear a mask when within six feet of a patient, until March 31, if they have not had the flu shot,â&#x20AC;? according to Smith. Vaccinations are offered free of charge 24/7, while supplies last, to all employees of Mount Nittany Health.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are available to employees at any time with the use of our mobile vaccination cart. We have addressed the typical access barriers to vaccination by providing vaccination 24/7,â&#x20AC;? said Smith. Vaccinations are also offered to more than 300 volunteers who are currently serving the health system. According to Vickie Morgan, director of volunteer services, they are at about 85 percent compliance. The incentive-based vaccination program requires either vaccination or a signed declination of all employees. Medical, religious and philosophical exemptions are accepted.

Keith Cheng named distinguished professor From Gazette staff reports HERSHEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Dr. Keith Cheng has been named a Penn State University distinguished professor in recognition of his academic contribution to the university. Cheng, a professor of pathology at Penn State College of Medicine, is a respected researcher in several fields of research, including genetic mechanisms that cause cancer, and basic mechanisms underlying the relationship between human skin pigmentation and cancer. Cheng received his Bachelor of Arts from Harvard in 1976, medical degree from New York University School of Medicine in 1980, completing his anatomic pathology residency at Brigham & Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital, Boston; and University of Washington Hospitals, Seattle. Cheng received his doctorate in molecular genetics in 1987 from University of Washington and was a postdoctoral fellow at University of Washington from 19871992. Cheng joined the College of Medicine at Penn State Hershey in 1992 as an assistant

professor of pathology. He is a Jake Gittlen Cancer Research Foundation researcher. Cheng is an author of some 64 journal articles, including the December 16, 2005, cover story of Science for his use of zebrafish to discover a KEITH CHENG key gene involved in human skin color variation. His lab found that a change in just one amino acid in one gene plays a major role in determining how people of European descent developed lighter skin than people of African descent. The work in Chengâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s laboratory is of unusual breadth and includes development of a web-based histology and 3-D atlas (zfatlas.psu.edu). His most recent work includes a process to use the zebrafish to test the functional importance of individual changes in human genes, which contributes to the future of personalized medicine.

Lewistown Hospital offers Heart Month Risk Assessments From Gazette staff reports LEWISTOWN â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Lewistown Hospital will host a Heart Month Risk Assessment from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Feb. 12 in the fourth-floor classroom. The event will feature health screenings including blood pressures and blood sugars, heart-healthy snacks and a heart risk assessment. The heart risk assessment is free but requires a copy of blood work results within

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Lock Haven announces upcoming open house days From Gazette staff reports LOCK HAVEN — The admissions department at Lock Haven University will host several free open houses during the spring semester. The day’s events will include presentations by faculty regarding potential majors, a question-and-answer period with current LHU students, a walking tour of campus and discussions about university programs, student life and financial aid. Lock Haven’s main campus will

have open houses on Feb. 16, March 2 and April 6. Registration begins at 9 a.m. at Lock Haven University’s Student Recreation Center, 550 Railroad St. in Lock Haven. For more information, contact admissions at (570) 484-2011 or visit www.lhup.edu/admissions/visit Lock Haven’s Clearfield Campus will host open houses on Feb. 23 and April 27. Registration begins at 8:45 a.m. The event runs from 9 a.m. until noon. Clearfield’s campus is located at 201

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University Dr., in Clearfield. Call (814) 768-3405 for visit www.lhup.edu/clearfield for more information. Lock Haven University is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, the largest provider of higher education in the commonwealth. Its 14 universities offer more than 250 degree and certificate programs in more than 120 areas of study. Nearly 405,000 system alumni live and work in Pennsylvania.

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CIARA STEHLEY has been selected as the Bellefonte Elks Lodge’s Bellefonte Area High School Student of the Month for November 2012. She is the daughter of Dale and Felicia Stehley of Bellefonte. Stehley has organized and implemented the school-wide Suicide Prevention Week for three years. She has traveled to Peru with the YMCA Global Teens Program. Additionally, she has been treasurer of the Bellefonte Future Business Leaders of America for two years and co-president of the YMCA Family Teen Leader Club for two years. In her spare time she likes to play volleyball, volunteering, hiking, hunting and scuba diving.

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EACH MONTH, CPI faculty nominate a Student of the Month by program area for a particular employability theme. The theme for November was “dedicated”. Pictured are November’s Student of the Month winners for the afternoon session. Front row, from left, Rachel Busichio, advertising arts; and Kaylee Stasko, early childhood. Back row, Corey Fults, CISCO/IT; Tyler Horner, automotive technology; David Neff, automotive technology; and Ryan Vanuaken, protective services. Not pictured: Chance Feighner.

School board approves contract By LAURA NICHOLS StateCollege.com

STATE COLLEGE — More than two years of negotiations culminated in the State College Area School Board of Directors unanimous approval of the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the State College Area Education Association Monday night. The board met for its regular meeting at 7 p.m. Monday at 131 W. Nittany Ave. and delved right into key action items — the teacher’s contract and an early retirement incentive program for district employees. The latter was initially presented as an item for discussion but the board moved it to a vote and approved the action. Earlier in January, the board and SCAEA separately accepted an appointed fact-finder’s report that laid the foundation for the new contract, which will last the next four years, retroactive to July 2011, through June 30, 2013. According to a SCAEA press release, the new contract, which includes a wage freeze in 2011-12, provides for an average 2.1 percent salary increase during the next four years and will save the district $630,000 annually because of changes made to health care plans. “The board is pleased to conclude a long and challenging collective bargaining process with SCAEA. We

value our teachers and look forward to an ongoing professional relationship with mutual respect,” said board President Penni Fishbaine. Also unanimously approved was the early retirement incentive program as presented by district administration. The program is a step taken by the district to help offset costs in salaries and benefits for future years. An early retirement incentive program would offer a payment to employees who meet certain criteria in exchange for their retirement on or before June 30, 2013. Some of the advantages, as pointed out by district officials, include immediate savings by replacing the employee with an a new faculty member who makes a lower starting salary, or the elimination of a position following a zero based staffing review as directed by the board. The program also allows for reorganization of the workforce to better meet the current needs and more efficiently utilize resource levels with the steadily declining student enrollment in the district. Early retirement incentive programs have recently been successful in various districts throughout Pennsylvania, according to district officials. Board members discussed the first community forum on the high school project that was held on Wednesday and included tours of both the North and South Buildings followed by the district’s educational planner, Amy

Yurko, talking about what she has gleaned from students abou the changes they would like to see once and if the high school is renovated. A referendum is planned for the fall, where State College residents will be given one question to vote yes or no on that determines the fate of the high school project. Currently, a total cost for the project is not available but should be revealed in coming weeks. The next forum is on Feb. 28. Board member Jim Pawelczyk made the point that when asked asked for their response to many questions about the high school’s programs and facilities, many of the community forum participants said they need more information. The board’s intent is to include the community as much as possible in the process so that they know everything about the plans for the high school renovations come referendum time. The board also discussed 2013-14 budget development and received an update on its timeline. Most notably, Gov. Tom Corbett is expected to announce his proposed budget in February. The budget proposal plays a large part in how the district can move forward with its budget. In recent years, sweeping cuts to education left many schools on all levels in a situation where administrations had to make major changes because of a drastic drop in funding.

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ELIZABETH QUICK, a 12th-grade student in the CPI horticulture landscape program, recently competed in the horticulture exhibit, houseplants\design division (6.5-inch poinsettia) at the Pennsylvania Farm Show. Quick and her variegated poinsettia placed third of 31 statewide entries. From left, Quick and horticulture\landscape instructor Joe Luther. Quick attends Bald Eagle Area High School.

Storytelling event set From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — A storytelling and reading fundraiser will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2 at Webster’s Bookstore and Café. The event will benefit the Park Forest Day Nursery. The public is invited to attend. For more information, call (814) 231-8492.

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Penn State World Campus marks 15 years of growth

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UNIVERSITY PARK — Dr. Wayne Smutz remembers Penn State World Campus when it had only five programs and 41 students enrolled, just starting out in 1998. Now, as Penn State’s second-largest campus in terms of enrollment, Smutz, now executive director and associate vice president for Academic Outreach, said the World Campus has beat it’s initial ‘flashin-a-pan’ stigma and “is here to stay.” Penn State was a pioneer in online-only educations. One of the first of its kind, the World Campus has grown over a decade and a half to offer more than 90 programs on the undergraduate, graduate and professional level, according to Penn State Live. “For 15 years, we’ve led the way in the online delivery of high-quality degrees from a high-quality institution,” Smutz said. “This is accomplished by working in partnership with Penn State’s academic colleges and faculty to offer programs to adult learners who may be balancing career, family and education.” World Campus students come from every state, the District of Columbia, three territories and 54 countries, according to Penn State. A significant number of World Campus students are adult learners, Smutz said, though as the campus has grown its demographics have diversified. The World Cam-

pus has been successful in attracting students because administrators have taken the time to understand and overcome the hurdles to distance education. Smutz said a common misconception of distance, online-only learning is that there is no connection established between instructor and student and between student and classmates. That is not the case with the World Campus, Smutz said, which has classes of between 25-30 students maximum and interaction between both students and instructors is built right into the course. Online message boards for discussion, group projects and virtual office hours are just a few ways the World Campus has overcome the idea that online learning is a solitary event. The trend will be upward for students flocking to online learning, Smutz said, in part because of the issue of college affordability. At some point, he said, it may ‘level out,’ and while there is always a place for face-to-face learning, online education offers everyone the chance to achieve their educational goal. Per Penn State, World Campus efforts, such as its commitment to academic quality and student support services, have been widely recognized, including Top 25 rankings of several online degree programs by U.S. News & World Report and the Award for Excellence in Institution-Wide Online Education by the Sloan Consortium.

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TROOP 370 from Bellefonte cooks soup and sandwiches over hot coals.

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BATTERY B re-enactors prepare to fire a Civil War-era cannon.

Seven Mountains Scout camp hosts Klondike Derby By SAM STITZER pennsvalley@centrecountygazette.com

SPRING MILLS — On the cloudy morning of Jan. 26, the thermometer hovered near the 16 degree mark. Several inches of fresh snow laid on the ground and flurries of new snow were in the air. It was not the favorite weather of most folks, but for over 700 Boy Scouts and their leaders gathered at the Seven Mountains Scout Camp in Potter Township, it was a perfect day. The 42nd annual Klondike Derby got under way in the early hours of Saturday morning. The event is a competition between Boy Scout patrols pulling dog sleds to several stations located around the campground. Each station presents a task for the boys to complete while being judged on their skills, efficiency and teamwork. The adult judges are former Scouts and volunteers

from the community. The sleds are manned by patrols of three to five boys in either the Scouts (Iditarod) class or the Webelos (Malamute) class. The sleds are started in groups of eight — four Scouts and four Webelos at a time. The boys spend several hours towing their equipment-laden sleds from station to station, completing their tasks. Their assigned tasks include cooking breakfast, archery, target shooting, first aid, portage, (where the Scouts have to carry their sleds through an obstacle course) and several others. The boys learn much about teamwork, leadership, and working in cold weather at this event. The Klondike Derby has a theme each year. This year’s theme was the Civil War, and featured a living history program in the camp dining hall presented by James Hayney, an Abraham Lincoln impersonator from York County. Hayney, with his beard,

long-tailed coat and stovepipe hat, was very convincing as President Lincoln. Speaking as Lincoln, he opened his remarks saying “I have a warm spot in my heart for Pennsylvania.” He mentioned that his great-great grandfather, Mordecai Lincoln, settled in Birdsboro, building a home there in 1730. The home still stands. Mordecai’s grandson, Abraham, for whom the president was named, was born in Pennsylvania. He noted that the first troops to respond to Lincoln’s call for soldiers after the attack on Fort Sumpter were from Lewistown. He said that Pennsylvania supplied more troops to fight the Civil War than any other state except New York. Regarding the Gettysburg Address, he noted that Pennsylvania Gov. Andrew Gregg Curtin invited Lincoln to speak at the dedication of the cemetery at Gettysburg. He said that several newspapers in Amer-

ica and even overseas panned Lincoln’s Gettysburg 272-word speech as inane, silly, dull and commonplace. He also dispelled the myth that the address was hastily composed and written on the back of an envelope by Lincoln while riding on a train from Washington to Gettysburg. It was actually written on White House stationery months in advance of its Nov. 19, 1863, delivery. The Civil War theme was continued at a station called the Mystery Campsite, where costumed re-enactors had set up a tent encampment. The Scouts had to find items in the encampment that were not of the Civil War era, such as plastic cups and a flashlight. On the shooting range, re-enactors from Battery B of Boalsburg fired a Civil War-era cannon as the Scouts and leaders watched. The boys got a close look at the weapon while the reenactors explained its operation, and showed them a replica of the

Penns Valley Learning Garden to hold agricultural discussion course

explosive shells it fired. The cooking station was a busy place with many patrols cooking meals. Volunteer leaders maintained a huge bonfire which supplied the Scouts with glowing coals to cook up a variety of foods. Troop 370 of Bellefonte cooked up grilled cheese sandwiches, slightly blackened and tomato soup. Troop 45 of Milesburg cooked chicken, with a few ashes accidentally added to the recipe, and Troop 44 of Pine Grove Mills served up an appetizing mix of sausage, eggs, potatoes and biscuits. The organization of the Klondike Derby was headed by Paul T. Fagley. Fagley was the cochair with his father, the late Paul J. Fagley, who was chairman for 36 years. This was Fagley’s 32nd year serving as chairman (or cochairman) of this popular event. Fagley was a participant in the third Klondike Derby as a Boy Scout in 1974.

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By SAM STITZER pennsvalley@centrecountygazette.com

SPRING MILLS — The Penns Valley Community Learning Garden presented a film titled “A Farm for the Future” in Millheim, Centre Hall and Spring Mills recently. The film is an introduction to a six-session discussion course which it will be presenting in cooperation with the Northwest Earth Institute. The film was made by Rebecca Hosking in England. It looks at Hosking’s father’s farm in Devon and at her wanting to rethink the farming methods in light of the possibility of greatly inflated fuel prices and potential global shortages. Hosking emphasizes that agriculture in all its forms is a very energy intensive industry. Fueling tractors and other heavy machinery, transportation of crops, processing and shipping of foods to modern supermarkets all require large amounts of fossil-fueled energy. A significant fuel shortage could lead to near, or actual starvation in much of the world. Hosking notes that present day alternative energy sources (solar, wind, etc.) are insufficient to meet the energy needs of agriculture as we know it today. Hosking advocates permaculture, a more natural and sustainable type of farming and harvesting which consumes less energy and is environ-

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KAT ALDEN, center, showed the film “A Farm for the Future” at the Centre Hall Library on Jan. 23. mentally friendly. She notes how petroleum based fertilizers have been substituted for natural ones, and how they have damaged the soil life. She illustrates this point with a film clip of her father plowing a field in the 1980s with birds flocking on the newly tilled soil to get at the creatures exposed by the plowing. A similar clip shows him plowing the same field today with no birds in sight. The grubs, worms, and insects are gone from the impoverished soil. Hosking promotes the use of natural fertilizers, as well as techniques such as growing crops in hedgerows, and planting without first plowing the soil.

The discussion course titled “Menu for the Future” will be held 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday evenings from Jan. 31 through March 7 at the Inglebean Café in Millheim. According to discussion leader, Kat Alden, participants will explore food systems and their impacts on culture, society, and the ecology. They will learn agricultural practices that promote ecological well being, and consider ways to create and support sustainable food systems. For more information or to register for the discussion call Kat Alden at (814) 349-5830, or email aldenkat@gmail.com.

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A CHECK WAS recently presented to Housing Transitions by the Central Pennsylvania Region Sports Car Club of America. In November, the club held its annual Witches Rallye event and donated the proceeds to Housing Transitions. From left, event chair Ryan Lower and Housing Transitions’ Susanna Paul.

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Fresh Life: Winter weather plays a critical role Affects of changing weather patterns and global warming — a topic that could be discussed in length — can impact ecologically, economically and socially. Some feel that the cold and harsh weather of our Pennsylvania winter has worn out its welcome. The fact is that the first day of winter came only a bit over a month ago, on Dec. 21, and the official first day of spring will not arrive until March 20. Although this is the first official day, there have been many years where the first day of spring was laden with snow. These cold days are important for our Amy Debach-Coneco-system and local fer has a degree in flora and fauna. Last visual arts/photogyear’s mild winter, alraphy and training though enjoyable, was as a wilderness ecologically dramatic EMT and beekeeper. from previous years. She can be reached The region was at amosd14@ lacking its normal yahoo.com frost, harden, freeze and slowly melt stages. Those stages would allow things to naturally die off and reproduce when it was appropriate. The stages allow insects and rodents have a chance to survive, breed and flourish. When spring is officially introduced, there can be a dramatic increase in the number of mosquitoes and insects that were already present, that normally would have just begun their mating season. Another effect is experiencing a cold or the flu further into the spring months because the bacteria didn’t have a chance to “die off.” Last year, the floras, such as the cherry blossoms of Washington, D.C, that

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normally bloom from March 20 through April 14, were blooming much earlier. This throws off tourist’s plans as well as other mini-ecosystems surrounding the cherry blossoms. In my own backyard, daffodils began poking above ground and the lilac tree was budding in mid-February. I was worried that when it was truly time for these plants to make their appearance, they would have been ruined or stunted by freezing temperatures or snowfalls that followed the original February showing. Economically, farm crops and livestock can be affected by the confusing temperatures and lack of rainfall or too much rainfall. Certain parts of the country saw flooding and were not impacted because of the drought. In either situation, crops suffered and yields were lower. Weather can also directly impact the quality of grazing pastures for livestock, which in turn affects the meat industry. While the impact can be devastating, some of it wasn’t seen right away. Effects of this were seen later in the season and even now. Prices on certain vegetable, meats, fish, coffee, grains and fruit may be higher than normal because the weather is a factor in its production. When the weather is too warm or to moist, weeds will take over. Farmers spend $11 billion in the United States to fight weeds. The worst economic toll that weather takes on humans is through devastation of property. We have seen this most closely from Hurricane Sandy. However, from hurricanes to snowstorms to earth quakes, the effects are economically damaging. Socially, weather affects individuals and businesses in the outdoor recreation business. For instance, ski resorts that couldn’t produce their own snow, last year suffered in the warmer temperatures. In the summer, we see beach goers on lovely days but when it’s raining, not many enjoy being

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THIS CARDINAL may enjoy the snow, but weather can affect humans in many ways. out. Here in central Pennsylvania, snow affects school and work travel and in some retail locations, it has been proven that certain temperatures affect sales. If the weather is bad, we cancel social plans but if it is nice, we hold social gatherings. Weather affects how we dress, how we feel, how we drive, and what we do. On Feb. 2, the famous groundhog, Phil, will be making his appearance to give us insight on whether we will have six more weeks of winter or not. Although this is not a true predictor of the weather, it is a fun way to make light of the conditions.

Bellefonte Garden Club sets meeting From Gazette staff reports BELLEFONTE — The Bellefonte Garden Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 19 at the First Presbyterian Church, 203 N. Spring St. in Bellefonte. The club will be hosting a “Winter Gar-

den Dreaming Potluck” gathering with garden friends, including Bill Lamont, professor of vegetable crops at Penn State. Those attending the potluck are urged to bring plans, questions and a potluck dish. Beverage and table service will be provided.

Some weather proverbs that have been used for may years include, “Red sky at night, sailors delight. Red sky in morning, sailor take warning,” “Clear moon, frost soon,” “A sunny shower won’t last an hour,” and “Flies will swarm before a storm.” In life, we can take precautions and make exceptions for weather but, it is one of the only things we cannot control. Whether rain, snow, wind, or sun, think about just how much we as well as the ecology, economy and sociology are affected by these natural occurrences.

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DERBY DAY THE STATE COLLEGE Elks Lodge is the chartering organization for Cub Scout Pack No. 82. At this time of the year, the pack leadership and Scouts turn their attention to the Pinewood Derby. A group of Cub Scouts recently took part in the Pinewood Derby at Radio Park Elementary School in State College. Pack No. 82 is under the leadership of Cub Master Kevin Levan. Back row, from left, Nick McNutt, Charlie Suchanec, Michael Cremer, Ryan Domico and Diddi Ragan. Front row, from left, Keegan Coatsworth, Will Fecko, Liam Vollmer and Jake LeVan. Submitted photo

PAWS ADOPT-A-PET Timothy, a young petit basset griffon vendeen male, hopes to start February on a perfect note — with a new forever family. Also known as Tiny Tim, this handsome guy came to PAWS with a yeast infection in his ears and under his mouth and front legs. The good news is that he is much better now and ready to meet a special family. Timothy would do best in a home with older or no children since he tends to become protective of his family. He is also good with other dogs, but would be happiest in a one-dog home. Timothy has not had much experience with cats. If you would like to learn more about this guy who is both house broken and crate trained, please visit http://www.centrecountypaws.org/dogs/ or you can meet Tiny Tim in person at PAWS at 1401 Trout Road in State College.

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‘Safe Place’ offers help and support By VANESSA BARRONER Special to The Gazette

The saying is that “it takes a village” and truly it does take a village to raise children in our community today. McGruff houses are a good example of an entire village being involved in raising their children. Kids knew that neighborhood homes posted with the McGruff sign were places were they could go if they needed help. However, the McGruff program is now gone. Today, a new nationwide initiative known as Safe Place helps provide support for youth in crisis situations. Safe Place is a youth outreach program which originated in Louisville, Ky., and has since become a nationally known non-profit organization that involves the whole community in providing safe havens and resources for youth in crisis. Businesses and community buildings are designated as “Safe Place” sites and youth can walk into those places where they see the yellow and black signs and get immediate help. All Safe Places in Centre County are connected to the local teen shelter in State College, the Youth Service Bureau’s Burrowes Street Youth Haven at 330 South Burrowes St. The shelter provides immediate counseling, support and resources needed for the youth and help develop a plan that addresses the issues that the family and youth may be having at that time. Any place that

displays the Safe Place logo has employees who are trained and prepared to assist youth who walk in and ask for help. Youth are more likely seek help in places that are familiar and recognizable. Youth need to know that they are valued, supported and advocated for within the community. With Safe Place, our community has a chance to take an active role in the lives of our youth by providing safe, supportive assistance for youth who may be in dangerous situations. Youth experience difficult situations every day, including problems at home, at school or with peers. An estimated 2.8 million youth run away each year, some feeling that they do not belong, while others are told to leave. In some cases, there is abuse or neglect. Despite the reason a youth leaves, leaving their homes is not an option most youth would pick and these youth deserve a chance to get help for their problems with the support of caring adults. All youth deserve a Safe Place. Consider becoming a Safe Place site today. Currently there are 21 Safe Place locations here in Centre County. If you are interested in becoming a Safe Place, please call the local teen shelter at (814) 234-0803 and ask for Vanessa. Vanessa Barroner is the director of Burrowes Street Youth Haven, which is part of the Centre County Youth Service Bureau.

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From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Centre County PAWS recently announced the return of its Five Dollar Feline promotion for at least the first half of 2013, following a very successful year of cat adoptions in 2012. The Five Dollar Feline promotion means that any approved adopter can welcome a cat, aged one year or older, from PAWS into their home for only $5, and all cats at PAWS are up-to-date on their shots, spayed/neutered, combination tested and have a microchip implanted before being adopted. The adoption fee also covers the catâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first visit to any veterinarian in Centre County following its departure from PAWS. PAWS implemented the Five Dollar Feline promotion in May 2012 after unusually low adoption numbers in April led to a temporary halt in the intake of cats over one year of age. The success of the promotion was evident immediately. Monthly cat adoption numbers at PAWS jumped from five in April 2012 to 34 in May and 50 in June. When 2012 came to a close, nearly 300 cats had been adopted into loving families â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 90 more than 2011. An increase in adoption numbers not only benefits the adopted cats, but also allows PAWS to take in more homeless cats from Centre County. More often than not, at any given time there are dozens of cats waiting for a space at PAWS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re willing to lower and practically waive our fees for adult cats if it means we can effectively find loving forever homes for more cats in Centre County,â&#x20AC;? said director of operations Lisa Bahr. Please visit http://www.centrecountypaws.org/5dollarfelines/ to find out more about the Five Dollar Feline Promotion or http://www.centrecountypaws.org/cats/ to view all the cats at PAWS searching for their new forever homes.

Ballroom dinner, dance set for Feb. 16 From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Central Pennsylvania Ballroom Dancers Association will host a Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Dinner Dance beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 16 at Christ Community Church on 200 Ellis Place in State College. Reservations are due Feb. 8. The event will feature at buffet dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by a dance from 6:45 to 9:45 p.m., which will feature live music by The Headliners. The dance is $20 per person. The buffet, which is also $20 per person, will include salad, prime rib roast, pasta primavera, cranberry-stuffed chicken, chocolate truffles and meringue with cream and berries, as well as other items. Checks can be made payable to CPBDA, and can be mailed to Peggy Campbell, CPBDA program chair, 125 W. Doris Ave., State College, PA 16801. For more information call Campbell at (814) 237-3008 or visit http://cpbda.com.

Civil War group to meet From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The February meeting of the 148th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment, Company C, Civil War Reenactment Group will be held at 7 p.m. on Feb. 7 at Hossâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Steak and Seafood Restaurant in State College. During the Civil War, seven of the 10 companies of the 148th PA Regiment were recruited from Centre County and became known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Centre County Regiment.â&#x20AC;? The 148th PA Volunteer Infantry Regiment, Company C, Reenactment Group has over 80 active members from Centre, Clearfield, Mifflin, Juniata, Huntingdon, Blair and Carbon counties. The Regiment is actively recruiting new members. Anyone who is interested in learning more about Civil War reenacting or the Civil War in general is encouraged to attend. For more information, contact president Lynn Herman at (814) 861-0770 or captain Dave Felice at (814) 360-2626.

NEWMAN AND KEPLER

MARJORIE STROMBERG AND SEAN MILLER Marjorie Stromberg and Sean Miller, of State College, were united in marriage on March 31, 2012, at Temple Sinai in Dresher, Pa., with Rabbi Adam Wohlberg and Cantor Stephen Freedman officiating. Marjorie is the daughter of Ruth Stromberg, of Reston, Va., and Sean is the son of Jeffrey and Rebecca Miller, of Warminster, Pa. Presented in marriage by her mother, Marjorie was attended by Karishma Patel as her maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Rachel Shor, Jordanna Bergman, Julie Miller and Katrina Miller. Seth Miller was the best man. Groomsmen were Paul Cronin, Scott Handfinger, Adam Duff, Drew Stromberg, Adam Bishop and Kenneth Brownstein. A reception was held at the Temple Sinai in Dresher. The couple honeymooned in Paris and Italy in June and July 2012. The bride is a graduate of West Virginia University and is employed as a staff writer for The Centre County Gazette in State College. The groom is a graduate of Penn State University. He is employed as the director of development and alumni relations at the Schreyer Honorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College, Pennsylvania State University, University Park. The newlyweds reside in State College. To submit wedding announcements send information to community@centrecountygazette.com or mail it to: The Centre County Gazette, Attn: Wedding Announcements, 403 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801. For more information call (814) 238-5051 ext. 620. If you mail a photo and want it returned, please include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your submission.

Dance marathon set From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The State College Elks Dance Marathon will take place from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Feb. 22 at the State College Area High School south gymnasium. State College Area High School students will dance and raise funds to support the Elks Home Service Program, which provides funding for in-home nursing services for clients with spina bifida, MS, Down syndrome and other birth defects.

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Super Bowl XLVII: Place your bets Super Bowl XLVII is days away and with it comes a celebration of the National Football League, commercials and food spreads that would put most buffets to shame. To a select — and growing group — of fans, it’s also an excuse to gamble. Sure, you can bet straight on the spread and over/unders for the game itself, but there are a million things one can throw a Shawn Curtis prop bet tocovers Pittsburgh sports for the ward; most of Centre County which have Gazette. Follow little to do him on Twitter with the @shawncurtis430. game or just affect a tiny portion of it. A lot of those bets are just predicting things like which player scores the first touchdown, what the result of the opening coin toss will be, the length of The Star-Spangled Banner performance, etc. Those are all boring to a nongambler like myself, but I want to get in on the fun too. With that in mind, here’s a list of prop bets and over/unders for Super Bowl XLVII as the San Francisco 49ers face the Baltimore Ravens at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Be sure to take this week’s copy of The Gazette with you to your Super Bowl party destination or have plenty of copies ready for your guests if you’re hosting.

SHAWN CURTIS

THE OVER/UNDERS AND RATIOS …

■ Length of Ray Lewis’ “Squirrel Dance” as he’s introduced: Let’s set that at 20 seconds.

■ Number of Lewis solo tackles broken by the 49ers’ Frank Gore during the game: 4.5. ■ Ratio of Lewis tackles to mentions of Sunday being his last game: 1.5:1. ■ In-game commercial breaks before the first ad featuring Peyton Manning is aired: 1.5. ■ Mentions of/cutaways to recently reinstated Saints coach Sean Payton during the game broadcast: 12.5. ■ Ratio of my own tweets about Puppy Bowl IX to tweets about the game itself: 4:1. (In all honesty, most of the storylines leading into Puppy Bowl are almost always more interesting than those heading into the Super Bowl) ■ Mentions of New Orleans’ NBA franchise switching its nickname from Hornets to Pelicans: 0.5. ■ Game minutes until CBS’ Jim Nantz mentions that the Ravens fired offensive coordinator Cam Cameron: If the Ravens receive the opening kickoff, 2.5 minutes. If the Ravens kick off to start the game, 5.5 minutes. ■ Number of ties during the game, not counting 0-0: 2.5. ■ Mentions of Baltimore’s Joe Flacco concerning his “elite” status among NFL quarterbacks: 7.5. ■ Breakdowns of San Francisco’s Colin Kaepernick and his ability to “do things we haven’t seen” from the quarterback position: 6.5. ■ Nantz miscalling the 49ers’ pistol formation as a shotgun formation: Three. ■ Number of seconds into the winning captain’s/MVP’s victory speech before the phrase “nobody believed in us” or “nobody thought we’d do this” is uttered: About 15.5.

PROP BETS/PERSONAL PREDICTIONS …

■ How the first touchdown is scored: By rush.

■ Who scores his team’s first touchdown?: Ravens–Bernard Pierce. 49ers–Kaepernick. ■ Who ends up with more rushing yardage? Kaepernick, Gore or Ray Rice?: Rice, by a slim margin. ■ Who throws for more yardage? Kaepernick or Flacco?: Kaepernick, by roughly 40 yards. ■ Which in-game commercial will be mentioned most on social media?: Bet on Doritos or something from the Anheuser-Busch camp. ■ The game’s leading tackler: Lewis. ■ Who will be responsible for

turning the ball over first?: 49ers receiver Michael Crabtree. ■ Which team throws the first challenge flag?: Baltimore, challenging an on-field ruling that Flacco fumbled on a scramble. ■ Which team wins its first challenge?: Baltimore. ■ Super Bowl MVP: If Baltimore wins, Lewis. If San Francisco wins, Vernon Davis. ■ Color of Gatorade dumped on the winning coach: Yellow. ■ Does Jay-Z join his wife, Beyonce, on stage during the halftime show?: Yes, this was a nobrainer as soon as it was announced that Beyonce was the

featured artist for the halftime show. ■ Which coach will be caught on camera throwing the first tantrum over a poor call or poor execution?: Baltimore’s John Harbaugh. The smart cash would be on Jim Harbaugh on the San Francisco sideline, but John has shown that he can get perturbed in a hurry. Either way, the tantrums should be amusing to watch. ■ What will the final score be?: I’m sticking with the score I predicted as soon as the AFC championship ended, 49ers 28, Ravens 20.

Time to test your Super Bowl knowledge With Super Bowl XLVII and all of its festivities coming up on Sunday evening, we thought we’d give some of you a chance to show off your knowledge about this once-a-year mega-event and some of its history. Football fans should find most of these fairly easy (some not so much), but since they’re multiple choice, you can close your eyes and still get 25% of them right! So get out the Ipad, log onto Google, and here we go. Good Luck!

PAT ROTHDEUTSCH

1. What four NFL teams have never played in a Super Bowl? A. Jaguars, Seahawks, Rams, and Jets B. Falcons, Bears, Texans, and Browns C. Browns, Lions, Jaguars, and Texans D. Patriots, Packers, Steelers, and Cowboys Pat Rothdeutsch covers high school sports for The Centre County Gazette. He can be reached at sports@centre countygazette.com

2. How many Super Bowl MVP awards did Terry Bradshaw win when he played for the Steelers? A. 2 B. 1 C. 4 D. None

3. Everyone knows that the legendary Vince Lombardi coached the Packers in Super Bowl I on Jan. 15, 1967, in Los Angeles. Who did he coach against? A. Bill Walsh

B. Norm Van Brocklin C. Bud Grant D. Hank Stram

B. Cowboys C. Seahawks D. Giants

4. What two teams are tied for the worst overall Super Bowl win-loss record? A. Eagles and Raiders B. Vikings and Bills C. Seahawks and Jets D. Dolphins and Bears

9. What two quarterbacks have appeared in the most Super Bowls? A. Bart Starr/Jim Kelly B. Tom Brady/John Elway C. Ben Roethlisberger/Peyton Manning D. Kurt Warner/Bret Favre

5. What team has scored the most total points in the Super Bowl? A. Steelers B. Patriots C. 49ers D. Cowboys

10. What does XLVII stand for? A. 43 B. 39 C. 41 D. 47

6. What was the closest Super Bowl game ever? A. Giants/Bills, 1991 B. Steelers/Cardinals, 2009 C. Patriots/Panthers, 2001 D. 49ers/Bengals, 1982 7. How many former Penn State quarterbacks have started in a Super Bowl? A. 1 B. 4 C. 2 D. None 8. What team did the Steelers play in the famous game that was “one for the thumb”? A. Cardinals

Congrats, you finished! Let’s see how you did: ANSWERS: 1-C. (hope you didn’t guess D ...) 2-A. in 1979 and 80. 3-D. Stram coached the Kansas City Chiefs. 4B. Both are 0-4. 5-D. Dallas has 221 points, Steelers are second with 193. 6-A. Giants 20, Bills 19. 7-C. You got Kerry Collins, right?, but you might have missed Jeff Hostetler playing for the Giants in 1991. 8-C. In 2006, a 21-10 win. 9B. Each has been to five. 10-D. That was a gimmie (I hope). BONUS QUESTION: What will be most remembered about this year’s Super Bowl? A. The commercials B. Halftime C. The Cheerleaders D. The game (I hope it’s D, but the track record is not good ...) Thanks for playing!

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BUFFALO WINGS and French Fries are popular menu items on Super Bowl Sunday. Many restaurants in Centre County will feature wing specials on Super Sunday.

Food, drink an important part of Super Sunday By BRITTANY SVOBODA community@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — As Super Bowl XLVII approaches, NFL fans need to decide where they will watch the big game and many make this decision based upon which restaurants in their area are having food and drink specials. Whether you choose to embrace the restaurant atmosphere to cheer on, or against, the 49ers and the Ravens, or prefer to watch from a private residence, there are many food options to take advantage of. Sports bars and restaurants are popular destinations on Super Bowl Sunday. Although the Pittsburgh Steelers nor the Philadelphia Eagles are battling for a championship this year, many places in State College provide the perfect opportunity for football fans to indulge in both food and drink specials while they watch the big game. Damon’s Grill and Sports Bar, at 1031 E. College Ave., will be serving wings, pulled pork and rack buckets of ribs. Specials for large parties will also be available. All specials can be picked up or delivered. Delivery begins at noon. Champs Sports Grill, at 1611 N. Atherton St., will have all you can eat wings and bar specials. There will also be take-out combo packages available, which will include wings and ribs. The Arena Bar and Grill, at 1521 Martin St., will have an all you can eat buffet and drink specials including a Happy hour from 8 to 10 p.m. Otto’s Pub and Brewery, at 2235 N. Atherton St., will have specials on pizzas and Bloody Marys. While a certain level of excitement exists when you watch a game in public, especially the Super Bowl, watching the big game at home gives food-lovers the opportunity to create dishes specific not only to cities of the clashing teams, but the game’s host city as well.

Although Baltimore and San Francisco lie on opposite coasts, both are abundant in seafood cuisine that can fit perfectly into a Super Bowl menu. Restaurant goers in these two cities will find dishes made with one very popular ingredient, crab, and it is no surprise that crab cakes are a favorite among many in both cities. Mini crab cakes can provide a step up from typical appetizers while connecting fans to the championship teams. Classic crab cake recipes include an array of zesty vegetables like red and green peppers and onion, as well as mozzarella cheese, seafood seasoning and lemon juice. Depending on your spice tolerance, recipes can be found online to make your dish extra piquant or keep it rather mild. Like any event or holiday party, a variety in food options for guests is key. Often, people want to have a little bit of this and a little bit of that to snack on. While mini crab cakes can have a kick to them, New Orleans cuisine features dishes that contain an array of spices sure to jump start the taste buds of anyone willing to try. No matter which two teams are competing for the Lombardi Trophy or where the game takes place, chili is a common dish to have at a Super Bowl party. Since Centre County temperatures won’t be close to those in New Orleans on Sunday, chili can be the perfect way warm up by spicing up. There are an abundance of online chili recipes out there, the most common being of the slow-cooked variety. Like crab cakes, most chili recipes include peppers and onions. However, many other ingredients are mixed in — like cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano and hot sauce — hitting spice lovers each time.

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PENN STATE’S Brandon Taylor (10) goes up to block a shot by Ohio State’s Deshaun Thomas during Saturday’s Coaches vs. Cancer Game at the Bryce Jordan Center. The Nittany Lions lost, 65-51.

Positive Thoughts Despite being winless in Big Ten, Chambers remains upbeat By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — After an 8-4 record in non-conference play this season, it’s no secret that the Penn State men’s basketball team has fallen onto hard times in the Big Ten. On Saturday afternoon at the Bryce Jordan Center, the Lions were again competitive with a quality Big Ten opponent, this time No. 14 Ohio State, but in the end lost, 65-51, and fell to 8-12 overall and 0-8 in conference play. In many ways, this game against the Buckeyes was a perfect example of what has been happening to Penn State since it began conference play with a close, tough loss at Wisconsin on Jan. 3. Physically and emotionally, the Lions were more than a match for Ohio State. As usual, they played extremely hard, especially on defense where they held the Big Ten’s leading scorer Deshaun Thomas to only 11 points and blocked seven shots.

They had a solid game plan against OSU, got a combined 31 points from guards D.J. Newbill and Jermaine Marshall, scored 20 points in the paint, and turned the ball over only four times in the entire game. So what’s the problem? Simply put, it’s shooting. In the first half against Ohio State, where they fell behind by 11 points, the Nittany Lions shot only 29 percent from the field (724) and were only 2-10 from behind the arc — and they were getting good, open looks. During one disastrous firsthalf stretch, as Ohio State was imposing its lead, Penn State did not score a field goal for 11 minutes. During that time, the game went from an 11-11 tie to a 25-12 Ohio State lead from which Penn State would not be able to recover. “I felt like we shared the ball,” Penn State coach Patrick Chambers said. “I felt like we had really good shots and for whatever reason they’re not going down right now. It’s youth. It’s youth being out there. “One thing I was happy about

was we didn’t compound the problem for the most part; maybe one or two times, but nothing major over the course of the game. Usually when you miss shots and you’re a young kid, you come down with your head down, have bad body language and you don’t defend the next possession. I felt like we didn’t do that.” Again, as usual, Penn State shot better in the second half. The Lions went 10-23 (43 percent), and they made several runs at the Buckeyes. Twice they closed to within 10 points — the last at 59-49 with 2:41 to play— but it was too late, and OSU closed things out at the line. “When you get open shots you have to shoot with confidence, you have to knock them down,” Chambers added. “I felt like we executed. For the most part we had good shots. Maybe I need to get D.J. (Newbill) more shots in the first half. I only think he had two. It’s probably not a good recipe for us. He probably has to take a couple more shots. “We have to share the ball and

guys who have open shots have to stick them. That’s the bottom line. Jermaine (Marshall) and D.J. are doing their part. We need that third and fourth guy to step up.” It wasn’t supposed to be like this, of course, but Tim Frazier’s injury in the fourth game of the season changed everything for the Lions. (“I don’t even think about it” is what Chambers said when asked what Frazier could do for this team.) The young Lions were supposed to be able to develop much more slowly with Frazier and Newbill forming one of the best backcourts in the conference. Instead, young players like Ross Travis, Brandon Taylor, Donovan Jack, and Pat Ackerman — a combined 3-of-15 from the field against Ohio State — are struggling and have yet to step up in Big Ten play. That doesn’t mean they won’t, however, and Chambers it optimistic that they can and will. “I feel like we’re close, if we can just get a third scorer,” he said. “I feel like we’re close. Our defense is really at a good place,

even though we lost to Indiana. I felt like we defended. They throw so much at you. Today (Ohio State) is the same thing. We’re close. I don’t know what to tell you.” Things do not get any easier from here for the Lions. Next they travel tonight to Iowa, then the come home against Purdue on Tuesday. Down the road, they see top-ranked Michigan twice and travel to Nebraska, Northwestern, Illinois, and Minnesota. The regular season ends at home against Wisconsin on March 10. If that third man is going to start contributing, now would be a good time. “Look, confidence is huge,” Chambers said. “I’m worried about us. I’m worried about where we are as a team and where we need to get to. We need to be the best team we can be by the end of the year. I’m not sure what that means. Is that one win, two wins or zero wins? I don’t know. But as long I see progress and see us get a little better each day, then that’s the best team we can be.”

Lady Mounties celebrate Senior Night in style, 54-33 By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

PHILIPSBURG — It was Senior Night for the Philipsburg-Osceola High School girls’ basketball team on Tuesday so it was more than appropriate that the only two seniors on the P-O team carried the day for the Lady Mounties. Squaring off against neighborhood rival Bellefonte, senior center Briana Rusnak scored 18 points and senior forward Cassidy Bauman tallied 14 to lead PO to its sixth win of the season, 54-33, over the Lady Red Raiders. Philipsburg never trailed in

the game, but it was a close affair throughout the first half, with the Mounties taking a 10-point, 3020, halftime lead. Sparked by the scoring of Rusnak, Bauman, and point-guard Abby Showers (13 points), P-O extended its lead to 21 points by the end of the third quarter, and then held off the Raiders from there to take the win. “This feels amazing,” Rusnak said. “Words can’t describe how good this feels. We came prepared. We knew that Bellefonte was good and that we would have to get our shots on and make our layups. We were prepared for this game.”

The Lady Raiders, who have yet to break into the winning column this season, came to play. Led by center Cassandra Book (13 points), forward Jessica Book (7), and guard Torre Sealy (6), Bellefonte fell behind by seven points early, but came back strong in the latter stages of the first quarter. Baskets by Jessica Book and then another by Cassandra Book in the final minute of the first quarter brought the Raiders back to within 13-9. Foul trouble began to take its toll on Bellefonte in the latter stages of the first half — P-O went to the line 28 times in the

game against just 12 for Bellefonte — and the Mounties were able to extend their lead to 10 going into the locker rooms for the break. “We wanted to come out and set the tempo for the third quarter,” P-O coach Doug Myers said. “We knew they were going to come out with a lot of energy to try to get back into the game. It was only a 10-point game. So we just wanted to focus on what we needed to do and start fast. “We wanted to try to push the ball up the court as fast as we could. We saw them looking a little bit tired in the second quarter and thought we could maybe get

some easy baskets.” The strategy worked for the Mounties, and within six minutes and after two free throws by Rusnak, P-O extended its lead to 20 points, 42-22. From there, the teams essentially traded baskets as the Mounties closed out the win and broke a three-game losing streak. “It is amazing to know that our team did everything possible to get this win,” Bauman said. “I feel great. I’m a senior and to get this win on is amazing. “We have some tough teams coming up, but we’ll just have to play them hard and hopefully get some wins.”

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The Glass Eye: Super Bowl Preview Say, I heard there’s a big football game this week — and I’m not sure if you heard, but the team’s head coaches are brothers! Of course, that’s been the dominant storyline this week, but let’s analyze each team position-by-position and determine which team has the overall advantage.

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DEFENSIVE LINE:

Baltimore has outstanding nose tackle Haloti Ngata, but their ends, while young, have not shown themselves to be more than average players to this point. The Ravens historically have been known for suffocating defense, but this unit allowed the teams’ most points since 2007 and the most yards since 2002. The line accumulated 9.5 Dave Glass is a sacks, but Ngata had 5 columnist for The of those and they were Centre County average against the Gazette. Email rush. Dave at buggySan Francisco’s line racer@verizon.net. is anchored by DE Justin Smith, but Smith was injured a month ago and is still not 100 percent. The rest of the line is below-average against the pass but effective against the run. Due to Smith’s injury, I’m calling this an even matchup. EDGE: Even.

LINEBACKERS: Baltimore used to be the class of the NFL at LB, but Ray Lewis is a shell of his All-Pro self, Terrell Suggs is now basically a pass-rushing specialist and the depth is lacking. Paul Kruger had a fine season, leading the Ravens in sacks, but the fact that his nine sacks led the team (no one else had more than five) shows just how far the Ravens have fallen in terms of QB pressure. San Francisco boasts the best quartet of linebackers in the NFL. Aldon Smith recorded 19.5 sacks, Ahmad Brooks chipped in 6.5 on the other side, and inside ‘backers Patrick Willis and Navarro Bowman are as athletic as any LBs in the game. EDGE: 49ers, and it isn’t really that close.

SECONDARY: Free safety Ed Reed has long been the face of the Ravens’ secondary, and he still makes his share of plays, but age has begun to take its toll on his game. The real strength of this group are their corners — even with top corner Ladarius Webb out for the year, they easily go three-deep with Cary Williams, Corey Graham and Jimmy Smith. The secondary struggled early in the season (300-plus passing yards allowed in four of their first eight games), but they have improved markedly since November — only Brady eclipsed 300 yards against them since Week 9, and many of those yards were after the Ravens were well ahead. Defending the pass is San Francisco’s hidden weakness — superficially their numbers appear strong, only 59 percent completion percentage against, less than 3,500 passing yards, 14 interceptions, but they gave up yards in huge chunks to the Pats, Packers and Falcons late in the season. Atlanta passed for just under 400 yards last week, and Baltimore has similar weapons (2 good WRs and a reliable TE). If the front seven cannot generate pressure, San Francisco will give up some big plays through the air. EDGE: Ravens.

OFFENSIVE LINE: It can be very hard to separate offensive line play from RB/QB play — for example, Ben Roethlisberger would likely take sacks behind ANY line because he holds the ball so long, while Peyton Manning’s quick release would make any line’s sack totals look superficially great. If you take Joe Flacco’s rushes out of the equation (he averaged 0.7 yards on 32 carries), the Ravens averaged 4.56 yards per carry and allowed sacks on 6.2 percent of their pass attempts.

The 4.56 average is very good, and the fact that both Ray Rice and rookie Bernard Pierce averaged over 4.4 yards per carry indicates that the line above-average when it comes to run blocking. I consider the line average in pass protection based on what I’ve seen over the years, but I might be under-selling them — Baltimore likes to run a lot of deep pass plays, and those necessarily will require longer pass blocks. In that light, a 6.2 percent sack rate looks a lot better. San Francisco is also extremely effective at run blocking — as a team they averaged 5.1 yards per rush, and even if we take Colin Kaepernick out of the equation (he averaged 6.6 per rush), both Frank Gore and backup Kendall hunter averaged 4.7 or better. I’m less sold on this line when pass blocking — Alex Smith was sacked on a whopping 10 percent of his dropbacks! Kaepernick’s sack percentage is much lower at 6.8 percent, but it’s pretty clear that much of that has to do with his speed and elusiveness as opposed to improved line play. Overall I’d give the 49ers the advantage while rushing but the Ravens the edge in pass protection — making this even overall.

RUNNING BACKS: Baltimore has one of the most versatile backs in the NFL in Ray Rice — he rushed for 1,143 yards, but he also caught 61 passes, second-most on the team. His backup, third round pick Bernard Pierce, was a revelation, as he averaged almost 5 yards per carry in 2012. FB Vonta Leach is still an effective blocker at 31, and a moderate threat as a pass receiver. San Francisco also boasts a great RB tandem in Gore and Hunter — as mentioned above, both averaged over 4.7 yards per carry on the season. The big difference is that neither was a real threat in the passing game, as Gore caught only 28 passes all season (Hunter added nine). I actually think Gore and Hunter are slightly better rushing, but Rice’s versatility gives the slight edge to the Ravens. EDGE: Ravens.

TIGHT ENDS: Baltimore’s Dennis Pitta is the prototypical “solid” NFL tight end: He is a decent blocker, he caught 61 passes and scored 7 TDs. Backup Ed Dickson is largely in the same mold. San Francisco has one of the best TE’s in football in Vernon Davis, both blocking and receiving — but he was woefully underutilized in the passing game much of the season. After recording 35 catches through 10 games, Davis had only 6 in the team’s last 6 regular-season contests and only one against the Packers as well. He broke out against the Falcons, though, with 5 catches for 106 yards and a TD. Backup Delanie Walker is also a threat, as he averaged over 16 yards on his 21 receptions. Davis is the 49ers’ second-best threat in the passing game — he causes huge matchup problems against almost any team, and none of the Ravens’ LBs stand a chance in man coverage against him. If he’s used in the passing game, this is a big edge for the 49ers. EDGE: 49ers.

easy for teams to double him. Baltimore has far more depth, so the edge goes to the Ravens here. EDGE: Ravens.

QUARTERBACKS: Steeler fans know all about Joe Flacco — he’s the prototypical “average QB” in many ways. He’s a pocket passer, he completes about 60 percent of his passes, throws 20 TDs per year, and usually throws 10-13 INTs. Only his INT rate is significantly above average. Now, he’s done a nice job in the last three playoff seasons, this year in particular, but I don’t believe he (or anyone) magically elevates his game in the clutch – I do think, however, that he is rather impervious to postseason pressure. He does get rattled (like most QBs) when he gets hit a lot, which is definitely a key for the 49ers. Colin Kaepernick is almost the antiFlacco — he’s anything but a pocket passer, he averages over 6 yards per rush. He is inexperienced but thus far has shown no penchant for turning the ball over (only four INTS in nine starts thus far). His completion percentage is higher than Flacco’s already, but he also operates a short-pass offense. I rate them fairly equal as passers, but Kaepernicks elusiveness and rushing ability (he set a record against the Packers with 181 rushing yards) really sets him apart. I frankly don’t expect either QB to struggle — Flacco has proven he can handle the spotlight, and Kaepernick has yet to crumple under pressure either. I give the 49ers the edge because of Kaep’s legs, and also because in case of injury the 49ers have a proven backup, while I’d bet you don’t even know who Baltimore’s backup is (it’s Tyrod Taylor). EDGE: 49ers.

SPECIAL TEAMS: Baltimore has a rookie kicker (Justin Tucker) who only missed 3 of 33 kicks all year and showed impressive range, while

SF has a veteran kicker (David Akers) who struggled all year and missed more FGs than anyone in the league. Both teams have excellent punters and both cover punts very well, but the Ravens have an advantage in kickoff returns — Jacoby Jones averaged over 30 yards per return and the 49ers were average defending kicks. The return stats can be pretty random, but Akers’ struggles loom large here – in a close game, his confidence is definitely an open question and his inconsistency is enough for me to give the Ravens the edge here. EDGE: Ravens.

COACHING: You might have heard ... they’re brothers. Both have proven themselves on the big stage. EDGE: Even.

OUTLOOK: Super Bowls are often won or lost on turnovers and contributions from lesserknown players. San Francisco forced a turnover in 16 of 18 games thus far, but on the other hand they are 0-4 when they lose the turnover battle (13-0-1 when they are even or force more turnovers). Baltimore’s defense just isn’t that good anymore, but they force turnovers at the same rate as San Francisco and they should be able to defend Crabtree effectively. I think the key players in this game are Vernon Davis and Torrey Smith. Davis has to provide a secondary threat for the 49ers, or Crabtree might see some triple-coverage. Smith has to catch a deep ball or two to keep the 49ers from completely stacking the box to stop the run. I think the 49ers will run the ball more effectively than the Ravens, but I think the Ravens will make two or three big plays in the passing game to keep it close. I think this has all the makings of a classic Super Bowl ... however, I think Kaepernick is the X-factor, and I think the 49ers have just enough to win. PREDICTION: 49ers, 28-24.

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WIDE RECEIVERS: The Ravens have a great tandem in Torrey Smith and Anquan Boldin. Smith is the deep threat, with game-changing speed — he averaged 17.4 yards per catch and scored 8 TDs despite only catching 49 passes. Boldin isn’t nearly as fast, especially at age 32, but he’s a consummate routerunner and has some of the best hands in the game. Third WR Jacoby Jones isn’t used much, but also has elite speed. San Francisco has the most complete WR on either team in Michael Crabtree – he caught 85 passes for over 100 yards, and he’s just coming into his own. The problem is, SF doesn’t have a consistent threat on the other side of the field — Randy Moss has done more than I expected but he only caught 28 passes, while Mario Manningham is out for the season after a decent start. No other WR on the roster caught more than 12 passes. Crabtree is an All-Pro in the making, but the lack of a second receiver has made it

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Being a San Francisco 49ers fan in Steeler Country is not easy Jan. 28, 1990, was the day I fell in love. Joe Montana threw a then-Super Bowl record five touchdown passes and the 49ers demolished the Broncos 55-10 in Super Bowl XXIV. I was in love with something that would be with me for the rest of my life, but break my heart quite a bit. I was in love with the 49ers. Some of you may call me a bandwagon jumper. At the time I was, but through the down years, I stuck with them. When Dennis Erickson ditched the West Coast offense for the first pick in the draft and Mike Singletary dropped his pants in the locker room to show how pathetic the team’s performance was, I was still a fan. When Tim Rattay, Ken Dorsey, JT O’Sullivan, Shaun Hill and Troy Smith all tried to break the record for most turnovers in a game or season, this was still my team. When Alex Smith finally turned the corner, I was there to apJason Lord handles plaud him. a variety of Living in Centre County as a 49ers broadcasting duties fan for the past 10 years has been interfor ESPN Radio esting. For the first eight, I never heard 1450 and 93.7 The a word from an opposing fan unless it Bus in State College. was a comment about how bad my favorite team was. How could I argue? They didn’t have a winning season during those years. Then last year, the fun started. Jim Harbaugh was named the new coach of the 49ers and I was ecstatic. After all, this was the guy who turned around San Diego State and put Stanford back on the map. He was also the brother of John Harbaugh. I’m sure you’ve heard that once, twice or a million times over the last few weeks. Just the name Harbaugh makes Steeler fans want to punch a wall. I still didn’t hear from Eagles fans, but suddenly, the black and gold fans in the region

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couldn’t stand the 49ers. My days of not hearing a word were history. Luck would have it that the 49ers and Steelers would meet in 2011 in the infamous “lights out” game. I remember that week entirely. The Ravens lost and despite being swept by Baltimore in the regular season, the Steelers were three wins from home field advantage throughout the playoffs. Heading into that Monday night, I received several text messages and Facebook posts with the best one reading “Steelers football, where the NFC is owned and Lord’s cry with Harbaugh’s.” The 49ers not only won the game, but they cost the Steelers the division and home field advantage. I had the last laugh. Despite the victory, I received another text claiming the 49ers were at best a middle of the pack NFC team. Someone should have told the Saints so they had time to add a few more bounties to the list. This year, when the Steelers lost to the Bengals and were eliminated from the playoffs, I asked their fans who they would root for. I figured I would hear anyone but the Ravens. Instead, I heard any team not coached by Harbaugh. This included Tom Brady. I asked them what would happen if we saw a 49ers-Ravens Super Bowl. Their reply was that there was no chance. The Packers would knock out the Niners and the Broncos would take care of the Ravens. Neither happened. Then, the Falcons or Patriots would end the horrific thought of a Harbowl. That didn’t happen either. Now, the same Steelers fans have a tough choice. Do you root for your own conference, your bitter rival and for Ray Lewis to get a farewell ring? Or do you pull for the team that is one Super Bowl shy of reaching the same amount of rings as your beloved black and gold? For now, Steel City fans in central Pennsylania will continue to remind me that their team has six Lombardi Trophies and my team has five. Let’s hope that changes on Sunday.

JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2013

Local sports briefs From Gazette staff reports

Bellefonte bowlers do well READING — A total of seven bowlers from the Bellefonte Area High School bowling team traveled to Penn State Berks recently to compete in the Blue and White Shootout Bowling Tournament. Three of them brought home scholarship money. Mark Coll took first place, Kyler Mellott earned third place honors and Ryan Gmerek took fourth. ❏❏❏

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April Fool’s 5K scheduled STATE COLLEGE — The Centre County Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association will host its third annual April Fool’s 5K at 8 a.m. on March 30 at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park in State College. The proceeds from the event go toward a scholarship fund for Penn State students from Centre County high schools. Over the past two years the event has brought in more than $8,000 for the fund. For more information about the CCCPSAA visit http://www.cccpsaa.org. To register for the race visit www.Active.com.

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UNIVERSITY PARK — The fiveyear financial outlook. That’s the plan for how Penn State will navigate its way through the sanction-ian period it’s currently in following the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal. Athletic Director Dave Joyner, in an exclusive sit-down on-camera interview with GoPSUSports.com’s media savant Tony Mancuso, said he will lean heavily on his lines of communication with coaches and staffers across the athletic department to ensure the $60 million fine the NCAA imposed will not be a death knell for the department. “The 60 million dollars is certainly a lot of money for this athletic department,” Joyner said in the video, released Tuesday. “We do rolling five-

year financial outlooks virtually every day. We’re gonna be all right. It’s gonna be tight. It’ll be tough, but we’re gonna be able to do it. ... It just may change the way we approach DAVE JOYNER how we do the funding. It’ll be more of a donation-driven market.” It’s been a whirlwind 14 months since Joyner was named acting athletic director. Last week, the ‘acting’ title was removed, as Penn State President Rodney Erickson reaffirmed Joyner would remain the AD through his presidency. A search for the next president is under way, and Erickson has said he will retire by June 2014.

Joyner has equated the early portion of his tenure to a war zone but said the athletic department is now back in “maintenance” mode, picking up the pieces and rebuilding a fractured image tarnished by the Sandusky scandal. Turnover is happening behindthe-scenes in the athletic department. But the lead actors, the coaches, including top Billing for the whole production, are all staying for at least another year. And that’s enough of a reason for Joyner to head into 2013 feeling optimistic. Especially since what happens beyond then likely won’t be under his jurisdiction after a national search for athletic director takes place upon the hiring of a new university president. “What excites me is we’re continuing on,” Joyner said. “All of our head coaches are here. None of them have left.”

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HANNAH STRAUB performs on the balance beam during the Nittany Invitational.

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ALLISON HESTER concentrates on her routine.

PSU gymnastics squad fares well at Nittany Invitational From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The Nittany Gymnastics squad took part in the 2013 Nittany Invitational on Jan. 19 and 20 in State College. A closer look at the results: Level four finished in sixth place. In age group A, Talia McCloskey was second on bars (8.8), first on beam (8.9), fifth on floor (8.8) and second in all-around (35.35). Catherine Lower was second on vault (9.1), third on bars (8.5), fourth on beam (8.45), fourth on floor (9.2) and third on allaround 35.25. Natalie Roan was fourth on vault (9.05), fourth on bars (8.45), sixth on floor (8.8) and fifth in all-around (34.25). Maddalyn Mattis was fifth on vault (8.95), fifth on bars (8.45) and sixth on beam (8.225). Haley Weaver was seventh on beam (8.15). In age group B, Mia Iceland was 14th on vault (8.85), first on bars (9.15), 11th on beam (8.5) and eight on All-Around (35.15).

Claire Zheng was third on bars (9.0), 12th on floor (8.85) and 12th on all-around (34.35). Rudy Bjalme was 10th on bars (8.5) and 13th on floor (8.85). In age group C, McKinzie Golden was 12th on vault (8.7) and third on bars (8.55). There were several place-finishers in level five. In age group A, Rachel Glossner was second on vault (8.6), first on bars (9.25), first on beam (9.4), third on floor (9.425) and first in all-around (36.675). Annalee Nelson was third on bars (8.25) and sixth in all-around (32.75). Tylar Sanderson was fourth on bars (7.8). Also in level five, age group B had a strong showing. Aine Byrne was eigth on bars (7.7), 10th on beam (8.25), eighth on floor (8.9) and eighth in all-around (32.65). Eva Helms was ninth on bars (7.45). In age group C, Rylea Reichert was sixth on beam (8.45). The level seven squad captured first place with 108 points. In age group A, Zoe Rankin was fourth on vault (9.1), first on bars (9.55), first on beam (9.0), fourth on floor (9.15) and first in all-around (36.80).

Megan Keller was first in vault (9.2), third on bars (8.925), third on beam (8.55) and second in all-around (35.475). Erica Beyer was eighth on vault (8.7), second on bars (9.1), fourth on beam (8.40) and fourth in all-around (34.975). In age group B, Kenzie Kocher was second on bars (8.4), fourth on beam (9.0), seventh on floor (8.925) and third in allaround (34.925). The level eight squad captured first place with 109.90 points. In age group A, Annika Bjalme was first in vault (9.1), first on bars (9.575), first on beam (9.45), fifth on floor (9.1) and first in all-around (37.225). Katherine McGraw was third on bars (9.4), seventh on beam (9.05), fourth on floor (9.175) and seventh in all-around (35.575). Peyton Mehalick was fourth on bars (9.3) and fourth on beam (9.3). In age group B, Hannah Straub was first on bars (8.8), first on beam (9.225), sixth on floor (8.775) and first in allaround (34.80). Lily Plute was third on vault (8.45), fifth on beam (8.55) and sev-

enth in all-around (32.85). In age group C, Allison Dzyak was first on vault (9.0), sixth on bars (7.95), first on beam (8.85), sixth on floor (8.75) and third in all-around (34.55). Elizabeth Metzger was fourth on beam (8.6) and eighth on floor (8.525). The squad took second place at level nine with 101.90 points. In age group A, Emma Karas was second on vault (9.15), third on bars (8.5), fourth on beam (8.8), second on floor (8.925) and third in allaround (35.375). Sofia Bjalme was third on vault (9.1), fifth on bars (8.05) and fifth in all-around (33.675). Jayda Wadsworth was sixth on bars (7.9), sixth on beam (8.45) and fifth on floor (8.50). There were also some standout performances at level 10. In age group A, Allison Hester was third on vault (9.125), second on bars (8.45), second on beam (8.3), second on floor (8.675) and second in allaround (34.55). Kira Hoy was fourth on vault (9.1).

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THE PENNS VALLEY Area High School wrestling team went 5-0 and captured the Anthracite Duals at Panther Valley High School in Carbon County recently. Seth Decker (145 pounds), Cole Confer (152 pounds), Corey Hazel (160 pounds) and Michael Rogers (182 pounds) were perfect on the day at 5-0. Penns Valley defeated Panther Valley (45-22), Midd West (50-20), Palmerton (51-17), Penns Valley (42-27) and Williams Valley (56-19).

Registration open for Bellefonte Soccer From Gazette staff reports BELLEFONTE — Registration has begun for Bellefonte Soccer Association's 2013 season. There are recreation teams (ages 4-13) and travel teams (ages 8-18). All registration is done online. Cost is $60 per child for the rec teams and $65 for travel teams. Registration ends on Feb. 22 and no late registration will be accepted. Cost in-

cludes a T-shirt. U-6 players should register at centralnorthernpa.soccershots.org. U-8 and up should register at http://pa-bellefonte. sportsaffinity.com. Team assignments will be communicated at a parent's meeting at 7 p.m. on March 12 at the Bellefonte Area Middle School. For more information, visit www.bellefontesoccer.com or call (814) 353-8159.

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CLINTON LANES held its first-ever New Year Singles Handicap Tournament recently. Firstthrough fourth-place finishers were, from left, Ryan Kunes, Nate Brown, Tom Glossner and Chris Henninger.

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LOCK HAVEN — A total of 35 bowlers from bowling centers throughout Clinton, Centre and Lycoming counties competed in the first-ever Clinton Lanes New Year Singles Handicap Tournament. Ryan Kunes, of Mill Hall, captured the tournament championship. Kunes, who qualified first for the finals with a 270 average, tied the Clinton Lanes house record with by rolling an 825 series

for the first three games of the tournament, including a 299 game. Nate Brown of Howard bowled a high game of 279 and finished second. Tom Glossner, of Beech Creek, who qualified third with a 247 average, finished third. Chris Henninger, of Howard, who qualified fourth, had a 299 game and finished fourth. Also placing in the tournament were Ken Thompson (fifth), Jim Wech (sixth) and Kevin Bonnell (seventh).

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ‘The Secret Garden’ to take center stage at BEA to live with a distant relative. “Savannah stepped right into the character,” Allison said, “she WINGATE — Fictional characshows a surprising amount of nuters created over a century ago ance — she ‘gets it.’” will find new life this weekend At the manor, Mary meets her when Bald Eagle Area Middle cousin Colin, a sickly child, given School students take the stage to to tantrums and convinced of his present “The Secret Garden,” own impending death. Student based on the 1911 novel by Colton Lucas portrays Colin and, Frances Hodgson Burnett. Allison describes his performThe play will be staged at 7:30 ance as “a great job showing p.m. on Feb. 1 and 2. Tickets are Colin’s vulnerability. He’s really $5 for adults and $3 for children. impressive, especially with the Doors open at 7 p.m. physical challenges — Colin has to learn to walk.” The third main character, Dickon, played by middle school student Michael What: “The Secret Garden” Geyer, spends most of his Where: Bald Eagle Area High School time outdoors, exploring the When: Feb. 1 and 2, 7:30 p.m. moors and tending to various gardens. Tickets: Available at the door. $5 “Michael is doing a really (adults), $3 (children) nice job,” Allison said. “It’s his first time on stage and he The classic tells the story of really jumped into the accent.” three children, Mary, Colin and Allison has coached the young Dickon, a garden and how actors in speaking with English changes in attitude affect all of accents. them. Lindsey Allison is a co-ad“They’re really having a blast visor for the play. with it,” she said. “They’ve risen “Mary and Colin go through to the challenge and are doing a significant changes by changing great job.” their outlook and helping each The production utilizes a cast other,” Allison said. and crew composed totally of Mary Lennox, played by stustudents. The director, stage dent Savannah Elder, spent the manager, lighting designers and first 10 years of her life in India. sound designers are all Bald When she loses her parents to a Eagle Area students who started cholera epidemic, the spoiled, their theatrical involvement as contrary child gets shipped to a middle school students. manor in the English countryside “The high school students

By ANNE WALKER For The Gazette

If you go

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A HUNGRY MARY (Savannah Elder) is offered an apple by the kindly Mrs. Sowerby (Carissa Matthiesen). have now taken on leadership roles,” Allison explained. “We know we can trust them. They’re competent and efficient.”

Allison said that those coming to the play will be wowed by the student performances. “This will be a good night of

Brio Dance Company presents ‘Hope for Pine Ridge’ benefit By ANNE WALKER For The Gazette

STATE COLLEGE — State Collegebased Brio Dance Company once again invites the public to share in its vision of optimism and inspiration. This weekend, artistic director Lane Grosser and her dancers present “Hope for Pine Ridge,” in collaboration with the Denver-based nonprofit Love, Light and Melody. Grosser met LLM founder musician Brad Corrigan in 2005. “I was impressed by his vision and the way he uses music to connect with impoverished communities that don’t have access to art,” she said. Corrigan, according to Grosser, has spent years working with hidden communities like the group of people he discovered living in a trash dump in Nicaragua in 2007. His organization participates in benefit concerts and other artistic endeavors to raise money for such families and individuals. Recently, Grosser became aware of the work LLM started doing with the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. “A lot of people focus on helping those in other countries,” Grosser said, “and I do donate to causes LANE GROSSER to help ease suffering overseas. But I was really drawn to this issue because Pine Ridge is in our own country and I wanted to help and connect in a personal way.” Grosser discovered that, among other marks of desolation, the Pine Ridge Reservation has a 50 percent

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LANE GROSSER will perform with the Brio Dance Company at 7 p.m. on Feb. 1 and 2 at the Performing Arts School of Central Pennsylvania. suicide rate, with 80 percent of residents living below the poverty level. So in fall of 2012 she began work on Hope for Pine Ridge, a presentation of choreography set to Corrigan’s songs combined with Native American music. “The work is very energetic,” she said, “with a lot of foot-pounding and body twisting.” Grosser says that the music will express a sense of hope. She intends the work to make viewers aware of the despair felt by the Lakota living in Pine Ridge, but she also feels that the cycle of destruction can end. And artists can help by building relationships and extending a sense of caring to communities where people suffer. “At one point in the choreography, the dancers literally point at the audience,” she said. “The message is ‘will you join us in your heart?’” The opportunity to connect with

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COLIN (COLTON LUCAS) and Mary (Savannah Elder) argue while Mrs. Medlock (Alice Statham) looks on in shock.

Grosser, LLM and the Brio dancers will take place at 7 p.m. on Feb. 1 and 2 in studio at the Performing Arts School of Central Pennsylvania, located at 3006 Research Dr. in State College. The suggested donation of $10 will go to LLM specifically for the Pine Ridge Reservation. Additionally, Grosser will have feathered earrings she made and postcards featuring photographs of Brio taken by photographer Michael Shi for sale. All proceeds will benefit Pine Ridge. “We want to give the message that, despite the history, there’s always hope that nations can be restored and respect established between us and the Lakota,” Grosser said. And by simply attending a 30minute performance, Centre County residents can participate in Grosser’s vision of hope, friendship and healing.

theatre,” Allison said. “People will be impressed with the children’s maturity as well as their talent and ability.”

Competition seeks artistic expressions From Gazette staff reports UNIVERSITY PARK — WPSU-FM is giving locals of all ages the chance to have their original artwork printed and dispersed as a limited-edition poster during the fourth annual Art for the Airwaves contest. Artists in the listening area are invited to submit an original work of art that expresses their creative view on people, places, activities and life in central Pennsylvania. WPSU will print the chosen artist’s work as a poster, to be offered as a “thank-you” gift during the April WPSU radio fundraising drive. The winning artist will also receive 50 color poster prints and a link from WPSU’s website to the artist’s public site for one year or until next year’s competition. Three works per artist are allowed and they must be submitted online. The artwork should be two dimensional and can include drawings, paintings, collages, photography or mixed media. The winner of the contest will be selected by a panel of judges and will be notified the week of March 18. Artists can submit their original work online for consideration by 5 p.m. Feb. 28. For more information, visit http://wpsu.org/radio/poster_rules. WPSU serves central Pennsylvania with programming, educational services and community outreach. This public media service produces, acquires and distributes programs that address local interests and reflect the diverse cultural, political, geographic and demographic characteristics of an audience within central Pennsylvania.

‘Rock the 80s’ scheduled for Feb. 2 From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE – The Bob Perks Cancer Assistance Fund will host Rock the 80s for the Bob Perks Cancer Assistance Fund at 7 p.m. on Feb. 2 at The State Theatre. A VIP reception will be held at 5:30 p.m. with the show starting at 7 p.m. A variety of favorite music will be featured, including heavy metal, hair bands and mega popstars. Featured bands and performers include: JR Mangan Band, Long Afternoon, Mr Hand, Tongue in Groove, Screwdriver Sally, Velveeta, My Hero Zero, The Insomniacs, Scott Mangene, Spider Kelly, Cone of Silence, Brad Fey and the Feats of Strength. Sponsored by Café 210 West, the event benefits the Bob Perks Cancer Assistance Fund’s mission of funding the cancer community. For more information visit http://www.bobperkscancerassistancefund.org/

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Thursday, Jan. 31 through Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013 AMERICAN ALE HOUSE, 821 CRICKLEWOOD DRIVE, STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-9701 Thursday, Jan. 31 Domenick Swentosky, 8 to 11 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1 Tommy Wareham, 6 to 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Feb. 2 Tommy Wareham, 8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 3 Ted and Molly, 8 to 10 p.m. THE AUTOPORT, 1405 S. ATHERTON ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-7666 Thursday, Jan. 31 Kate and Natalie of Pure Can Sugar, 7:30 p.m. BAR BLEU, 112 S. GARNER ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-0374 Friday, Feb. 1 Lowjack, 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 Ted McCloskey & The Hi Fis, 10:30 p.m. CAFE 210 WEST, 210 W. COLLEGE AVE., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-3449 Thursday, Jan. 31 Public Domain, 10:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1 TBA Saturday, Feb. 2 TBA THE BREWERY, 233 E. BEAVER AVE., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-2892 Sunday, Feb. 3 Karaoke, 9:30 p.m. ELK CREEK CAFÉ AND ALEWORKS, 100 W. MAIN ST., MILLHEIM (814) 349-8850 Thursday, Jan. 31 The Jameson Boys, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 Mac & Junior, 7:30 p.m. THE GINGERBREAD MAN, 130 HEISTER ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-0361 Thursday, Jan. 31 DJ Cup Cake, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, Feb. 1 DJ Boner, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 DJ Cup Cake, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. GOVERNORS PUB, 211 W. HIGH ST., BELLEFONTE Thursday, Jan. 31 JT Blues, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Bisquit Jam, 6:30 p.m. INFERNO BRICK OVEN & BAR, 340 E. COLLEGE AVE., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-5718 Thursday, Jan. 31 DJ Kid A.V., 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1 DJ Fuego, 10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 DJ Cashous, 10 p.m. KILDARE’S IRISH PUB, 538 E. COLLEGE AVE., STATE COLLEGE (814) 272-0038 Thursday, Jan. 31 Live Acoustic, 10 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26 TBA OTTO’S PUB & BREWERY, 2286 N. ATHERTON ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 867-OTTO Thursday, Jan. 31 Acoustic Music, 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1 Miss Melanie and The Valley Rats, 9 to 11 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Paul Brigman, 8 to 10 p.m. THE PHYRST, 111 E. BEAVER AVE., STATE COLLEGE Thursday, Jan. 31 Jason & Dan, 8 p.m. Maxwell Strait, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, Feb. 1 Dom & the Fig, 8 to 10 p.m. Ted and the Hi-Fi's, 10:30 pm to 2 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 Live Band, 10:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 3 Bumping Uglies, 9 to 10 p.m. Memphis Hat 10 to 11 p.m. Pasadena Band, 11 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6 The Nightcrawlers, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. THE RATHSKELLER, 108 S. PUGH ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-3858 Thursday, Jan. 31 Team trivia, 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1 Mr. Hand, 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 Memphis Hat, 10:30 p.m. THE SALOON, 101 HEISTER ST., STATE COLLEGE, (814) 234-0845 Thursday, Jan. 31 My Hero Zero, 10:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1 John and Chad, 8 to 10 p.m. Velveeta, 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 Mr. Hand, 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 3 TBA Tuesday, Feb. 5 TBA Z BAR AND THE DELI RESTAURANT, 113 HIESTER ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-5710 Sunday, Feb. 3 Jazz Brunch with Jay Vonada, noon to 2 p.m. — Compiled by Marjorie S. Miller Schedules subject to change. Call the venue for details. The Centre County Gazette is committed to providing readers with a complete list of upcoming live entertainment in Centre County. If your establishment provides live entertainment and would like to have it listed free in The Gazette, simply email listings to mmiller@centrecountygazette.com.

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MONIQUE THE MAID (Anissa Yekken), who turns out to be an assassin hired by Sandy Lynx (Alex Zubler), points her gun at detective Solvedd (Andrew Burdsal).

Penns Valley drama class presents ‘Alibis’ play By SAM STITZER pennsvalley@centrecountygazette.com

SPRING MILLS — The drama class of Penns Valley Area High School presented a play titled “Alibis” on Jan. 19. The play is a farce-like spoof of the mystery genre of plays such as those written by Agatha Christie and others. It has all the cliché elements of the genre — it takes place on a dark and stormy night; it is set in creepy old Seven Oaks Mansion; it features a motley cast of a frustrated butler, a social butterfly, a playboy, a businessman, an aristocrat of dubious origin, a nun who has taken a vow of silence, a part-time detective, a French maid and a mysterious stranger. And, of course, there’s been a murder committed in the house, and someone there must have done it. It resembles the classic board game “Clue,” where players must determine who committed the murder, the murder weapon and the room of the house in which it occurred. In “Alibis,” famous actress Primavera Donna throws a party, and then becomes the apparent murder victim. The rest of the play consists of figuring out who did it and how it was done. The classic mystery clichés are woven through the fabric of the plot. When Justin the Butler (Charlie Wingard) figures who did it and tries to blackmail the killer, he takes a bullet from offstage and dies. Detective E.S. Solvedd

(Andrew Burdsal) remarks: “Well, that eliminates the ‘butler did it’ theory.” Other mystery clichés appear when the characters split up and attempt to find the murder weapon: A secret passage is found in the house, and a blood-curdling scream is heard from offstage. The scream comes from Hope Trite (Eliza Gretok), who broke a fingernail. As the play progresses, the plot twists and thickens, and motives for murder are discovered lurking in the hearts of many characters. Guns are brandished, and bodies accumulate on the stage. Finally, we discover that Primavera is not dead, but rather is herself the killer. The original murder victim was her sister, the nun. The final line of the play is detective Solvedd saying: “This leaves only one question: Who gets the movie rights?” Penns Valley High School drama teacher Sue Shirey noted that her class has only nine students, just enough to do the play. “This was a lot of work for them,” she said. Two of her students are foreign exchange students. Anissa Yekkin is from France, and played, of course, the French maid. Katrine Jensen from Denmark, played the mysterious stranger, a Mexican woman. Shirey thanked all the students and stage crew for their great efforts in presenting the play.

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‘Legally Blonde The Musical’ comes to State College From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The State College Community Theatre has announced the opening of “Legally Blond The Musical” on Feb. 8 and 9. The musical is based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the 2001 MGM Motion Picture starring Reese Witherspoon. Featured are Penn State University students Christina Kidd in the role of Elle Woods, Tommy Hart in the role of Warner Huntingdon III, and Katie Ingrasci as Brook Wyndham. Lock Haven resident and Millbrook CHRISTINA KIDD Playhouse veteran Johnny Haussener plays Emmett Forrest, and SCCT veterans Amy Sclight as Paulette Buonofuonte, Dave Saxe as Professor Callahan and Deborah Saxe as Vivienne Kensington. They are backed up by a highly featured ensemble cast of 25. The production is directed by Jonathan Hetler, music direction is by Derek Gracey,

choreography by Sara Hackman, scenery by Jillian Warburton, lighting by David Gritzner, costumes by Ann Denner and sound by Lance Royes. A live 15-piece orchestra will be conducted by Ronica Skarphol Brownson. TOMMY HART Performance times are 8 p.m. on Feb. 8 and and 8 p.m. on Feb. 9. Seating is reserved and tickets are available online at www.scctonline.org, www.statetickets.org or through the box office at (814) 272-0606. A portion of the ticket proceeds are JOHNNY being donated to the HAUSSENER upcoming Penn State IFC/Penhellenic Dance Marathon, which raises funds and awareness for the fight against pediatric cancer. Harvard’s beloved blonde takes

the State Theatre’s stage by pink storm with a cast full of new and familiar faces in this fun, upbeat musical about self-discovery. The musical adaption stays true to form with a peppy score and playful book, which after its 2007 Broadway opening earned multiple Tony nominations including Best Musical and Best Original Score. Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down however

when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting serious about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her charm to get into Harvard, but once there, struggles with her peers, professors, and of course, her ex-boyfriend. With the help of two new friends, Paulette and Emmett, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.

WHAT’S HAPPENING To be included in What’s Happening, submit your events by Wednesday one week prior to publication to community@centrecountygazette.com or mail information to The Centre County Gazette, attn: What’s Happening, 403 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801.

ONGOING Historical Museum and PA Room — Learn about the local history and genealogy with expert researchers at the Historical Museum and PA Room, 203 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. The hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Exhibit — “The Pilatos — Art Runs Deep” is a group show celebrating a family of artists will be on display through Feb. 3 at the Green Drake Gallery, 101 W. Main St., Millheim. Gallery hours are noon to 8 p.m. Thursday, noon to 9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Call (814) 349-2486, email greendrakeart@ gmail.com or visit the website at greendrakeart.com. Exhibit — Centre County Historical Society will sponsor and exhibit, “Salmon Architecture Exhibit,” the home designs of architectural couple Cuthbert and Christine Salmon on display through Feb. 27 in the lobby, State College Municipal Building, 243 S. Allen St, State College. Exhibit hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call Megan Orient at (814) 234-4779.

THURSDAYS, JAN. 31 Storytime — Preschoolers can enjoy stories and songs at the Thursday Storytime from 10:30-10:50 a.m. at Discovery Space, 112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College. Story times are free with paid admission. Call (814) 234-0200 or email info@mydiscoveryspace.org. Preschool Storytime — Stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 are available from 10:30-11:15 a.m. at Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Science Adventures — Preschoolers ages 3-5 can work on science-themed activities with Science Adventures: Chemical Frenzy from 11-11:30 a.m. at Discovery Space, 112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College. Activities are free with paid admission. Call (814) 234-0200 or email info@mydiscoveryspace.org. Visit the website at mydiscoveryspace.org. Exhibit — “Stephen Althouse: Swords into Plowshares,” will be on display Thursday, Jan. 31 through March 31 at the Green Drake Gallery, 101 W. Main St., Millheim. Gallery hours are noon to 8 p.m. Thursday, noon to 9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Call (814) 349-2486, email greendrakeart@gmail.com or visit the website at greendrakeart.com. Lunch Concert — Bach’s Lunch: Celebration of African

American Music Festival will be performing at 12:10 p.m. at Eisenhower Chapel, Pasquerilla Spiritual Center, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit www.music.psu.edu. Hooks and Needles — Bring your projects to share ideas and tips with others who knit from 1-2:30 p.m. at Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 1:30-2:45 p.m. at Livonia Brush Valley Road, Miles Township. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Preschool Storytime — Stories and crafts for preschool aged children will be held from 2-3 p.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. The theme is “Year of the Snake.” Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 3-4:30 p.m. at Main Street, Rebersburg. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Concert — The Penn State School of Music will present “Celebration of African American Music Festival,” at 6 p.m. at Esber Recital Hall, Music Building I, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit www.music.psu.edu. It’s Elementary — Activities and presentations designed for children in kindergarten through sixth grade will be held from 6-7 p.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Theme is “Family Movie Night, ‘Madagascar 3’.” Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecounty library.org.

FRIDAY, FEB. 1 Line Dancing — The Centre Region Parks and Recreation will have line dancing at 10:50 a.m. at the Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser St. No. 1, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 2313076. Home School Program — Children’s Programmer Laura Sarge will be working with homeschoolers, using a variety of programs and techniques from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at East Penns Valley Area Branch Library, 225 E. Main St., Millheim. Participants should bring a bag lunch. Call

(814) 349-5328 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. First Friday Film — Watch a film, “Casablanca” rated PG and participate in lively and thought provoking discussion at 1:30 p.m. at the Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Concert — The Penn State School of Music will present “Celebration of African American Music Festival,” a performance by Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, a jazz fusion group based in Chicago, IL at 2:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Esber Recital Hall, Music Building I, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit www.music.psu.edu. First Friday — First Friday Adventures will show off the parks most interesting seasonal curiosity with a hiking component included from 3:30-5 p.m. at the Environmental Learning Center, Bald Eagle State Park, 149 Main Park Rd., Howard. The program is designed for families and adults ages 8 and older. Call (814) 625-9369. Little League Registration — Pleasant Gap Little League Registration will be held from 6-8 p.m. at the Spring Township Building, 1309 Blanchard St., Bellefonte. For information, visit www.pleasantgaplittleleague.org or call Ginger Espigh at (814) 769-1156. Opening Reception — An opening reception for “Stephen Althouse: Swords into Plowshares,” photography exhibit will be held from 6-9:30 p.m. at the Green Drake Gallery, 101 W. Main St., Millheim. Light refreshments will be served and live music by Sterling Moon will be performed at 7 p.m. with an artists’ talk at 8:30 p.m. Call (814) 349-2486, email greendrakeart@gmail.com or visit the website at greendrakeart.com. Secret Garden — The Bald Eagle Area Middle School Drama Club will presents “The Secret Garden” at 7:30 p.m. in the Auditorium, Bald Eagle High School, 751 S. Eagle Valley Road, Wingate. Tickets cost $5 for adults and $3 for students. Call (814) 355-4860 or email beadramamom@ aol.com. Concert — Blues Control and Fursaxa will perform from 8-10:30 p.m. at Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen

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SATURDAY, FEB. 2 Little League Registration — Pleasant Gap Little League Registration will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at the Spring Township Building, 1309 Blanchard St., Bellefonte. For information, visit www.pleasantgaplittleleague.org or call Ginger Espigh at (814) 769-1156. Book Fair — Annual Free Book Fair and Costless Closet will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 850 Snydertown Road, Howard. All books, magazines, games, CDs, puzzles and clothing are free. Lunch and baked goods will be on sales. Call Chris Rishel (814) 571-5798 or Peg Rhine (570) 726-4166. Stories — A storytelling and reading will be held as a fundraiser for the Park Forest Day Nursery at 11 a.m. at Webster’s Bookstore and Cafe, 133 E. Beaver Ave., State College. Concert — The Penn State School of Music will present “Celebration of African American Music Festival,” featuring Essence of Joy at 1 p.m. at Eisenhower Chapel, Pasquerilla Spiritual Center, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit www.music.psu.edu. Charity Ball — The 65th Annual Mount Nittany Medical Center Charity Ball, “Give My Regards to Broadway,” will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel, 215 Innovation Blvd., State College. Black tie preferred. Cost is $375 per couple. There will be a gift box raffle and silent auction along with dancing to EBE’s entertainment band, Paris. All proceeds from this year’s event benefit the Penn State Hershey/Mount Nittany Health Family Medicine Residency Program currently being developed. Contact The Foundation for Mount Nittany Medical Center at foundation@mountnittany.org or call (814) 234-6777. Benefit Concert — Café 210 West will sponsor “Rock the 80’s for the Bob Perks Cancer Assistance Fund” at 7 p.m. with a VIP reception at 5:30 p.m. in the Friedman Auditorium, The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets cost $50 for the reception and concert and $25 for concert only. Proceeds benefit the Bob Perks Cancer Assistance Fund. Call the box office at (814) 466-7141, or the State Theatre’s box office at (814) 272-0606. Recital — The Penn State School of Music will present an undergraduate recital: Hannah Lin, violin at 7:30 p.m. at University Baptist and Brethren Church, 411 S. Burrowes St., State College. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit www.music.psu.edu. Secret Garden — The Bald Eagle Area Middle School Drama Club will presents “The Secret Garden” at 7:30 p.m. in the Auditorium, Bald Eagle High School, 751 S. Eagle Valley Road, Wingate. Tickets cost $5 for adults and $3 for students. Call (814) 355-4860 or email beadramamom@ aol.com.

SUNDAY, FEB. 3 Film Series — The Classical Music Project Film Series is co-sponsored by Penn State’s Institute for the Arts and Humanities and Center for the Performing Arts will show “Immortal Beloved” at 2 p.m. in the Friedman Auditorium, The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Call the box office at (814) 466-7141, or the State Theatre’s box office at (814) 272-0606. Flute Pro Shop — The Penn State School of Music will present Joan Sparks and The Flute Pro Shop from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Room 101, Music Building II, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit www.music.psu.edu.

MONDAY, FEB. 4 Mission Central HUB — Bellefonte Area Mission Central HUB open at from 911 a.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 128 W. Howard St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-9425. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 9:15-10 a.m. at the Continental Court, 650 Maple Drive, Bellefonte. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Preschool Storytime — Stories paired with songs, rhyme, puppet play, crafts or activities that are theme focused from 10:30-11 a.m. at East Penns Valley Area

THE CENTRE COUNTY GAZETTE Branch Library, 225 E. Main St., Millheim. The theme is shadow play. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 349-5328 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Toddler Storytime — Toddler storytime include books, music and literacy enriching activities designed for children 18 months to 3 years old will be held from 10:30-11:15 a.m. at Centre County Library & Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Preschool Storytime — Picture book stories, puppet play and crafts for children will be available from 10:30-11:15 a.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. The theme is dental awareness. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Way Fruit Farm, 2355 Halfmoon Valley Road, Port Matilda. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Line Dancing — The Centre Region Parks and Recreation will have line dancing at 10:50 a.m. at the Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser St. No. 1, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Twitter 101 — Learn the basics of Twitter and how to tweet from 1-2 p.m. at the Bellefonte Senior Center, 205 S. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 1:15-3:15 p.m. at Port Matilda Baptist Church, 105 S. Main St., Port Matilda. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 3:30-4 p.m. at Miles Trailer Park, Huston Township. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 4:15-4:45 p.m. at the Unionville Community Center, state Route 220, Unionville. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Support Group — Mount Nittany Medical Center Breast Cancer Support Group will meet from 5:30-7 p.m. in Conference Room 3, Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. Contact Cheri Woll at cwoll@mountnittany.org or call (814) 231-7005. Knit Wits — Bring your projects to share ideas and tips with others who knit or crochet from 6-7 p.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Beginner and experienced crocheters or knitters are welcome. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Recital — The Penn State School of Music will present a faculty recital: Naomi Seidman, flute, assisted by Svetlana Rodionova, piano and Daryl Durran, bassoon at 8 p.m. at Esber Recital Hall, Music Building I, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit www.music.psu. edu.

TUESDAY, FEB. 5 Seniors Hiking Group — Enjoy a moderate hike in the great outdoors at 9 a.m. at various locations in and around State College. The hikes are free except for car pool donations. To register call (814) 231-3076 or visit www.crpr.org. Coffee Time — Bring a friend and savor that second cup of coffee and conversation from 9:30-11 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall, Howard United Methodist Church, West Main Street, Howard. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 10 a.m. to noon at Pine Glen Fire Company, 1003 Pine Glen Road, Karthaus. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Mother Goose On the Loose — Children ages 3 and younger and an adult can participate in a musical rhyming adventure through the world of Mother Goose from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Holt Memorial Li-

brary, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. A Joint Venture — A free class on hip and knee replacements will meet from 11 a.m. to noon in Conference Room 1, 2 or 3, Entrance A, Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. Contact Val Coakley at vcoakley@mountnittany.org or call (814) 278-4810. Preschool Storytime — Stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 will feature a transportation theme from 1:30-2:15 p.m. at Centre County Library & Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. The theme is dragons. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 3551516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary. org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 1:30-3:45 p.m. at Hall’s Market, 491 E. Sycamore Road, Snow Shoe. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Lecture — The Penn State School of Music will present “Beethoven in Hollywood” a lecture by Michael Broyles about how and why a European musician sustains such a powerful presence in a society with increasingly varied roots at 2:30 p.m. at the Palmer Museum of Arts, Palmer Lipcon Auditorium, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit www.music.psu.edu. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 4:15-5 p.m. at Boggs Township/Milesburg at the corner of Dell Street and Sparrow Drive. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Yoga Class — A gentle yoga class will be held from 5-6 p.m. at the Howard United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 144 W. Main St., Howard. The class is designed to have all flows on the floor. Gain flexibility and strength and leave feeling calm, open and rejuvenated. Cost is $10 for each class. Call Kathie at (814) 625-2852 or email at kathieb1@comcast.net. Yoga Class — A basics level yoga class will be held from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Howard United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 144 W. Main St., Howard. The class is intended for those who may have had some prior yoga experience. Gain flexibility and strength and leave feeling calm, open and rejuvenated. Cost is $10 for each class. Call Kathie at (814) 625-2852 or email at kathieb1@comcast.net. Line Dancing — The Centre Region Parks and Recreation will have line dancing at 7 p.m. at the Mt. Nittany Residence, 301 Rolling Ridge Drive, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Model Railroad Club — Nittany Valley Model Railroad Club meets at 7 p.m. Old Gregg School, room 1A, 106 School St., Spring Mills. Call Fred at (814) 422-7667.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 6 Book Babies Storytime — Books, music and language building activities to stimulate a child’s brain growth will be held from at 9:30-10 a.m. at Centre County Library & Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Church of Christ, 161 Beach St., Blanchard. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Preschool Storytime — Stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 are available from 10:30-11:15 a.m. at Centre County Library & Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Preschool Storytime — Stories and crafts for preschool will be held from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. The theme is “Who Loves Me?” Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 3421987 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org.

JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2013 Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. at the Borough Building, 146 Black St., Howard. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Line Dancing — The Centre Region Parks and Recreation will have line dancing at 10:50 a.m. at the Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser St., No. 1, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Science Adventures — Preschoolers ages 3-5 can work on science-themed activities with Science Adventures: Chemical Frenzy from 2-2:30 p.m. at Discovery Space, 112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College. Activities are free with paid admission. Call (814) 234-0200 or email info@ mydiscoveryspace.org. Visit the website at mydiscoveryspace.org. Mission Central HUB — Bellefonte Area Mission Central HUB open at from 13 p.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 128 W. Howard St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-9425. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. in Walker Township at Nittany Valley Drive and Madison Avenue. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Diabetes Class — The Mount Nittany Medical Center will sponsor a “Life with Diabetes,” a four-day education series that teaches how to live with and manage your diabetes from 1-3:30 p.m. at 120 Radnor Road, State College. Call Heather Harpster at (814) 231-7194 or email at hharpster@ mountnittany.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. at the Hublersburg Inn, 449 Hublersburg Road, Howard. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Fizz Bang Eureka — After-school educational science experiment and activities are available from 3-3:30 p.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. The Science of Snow is the theme. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Zumba — New Hope United Methodist Church will sponsor a free Zumba class at 6 p.m. at Marion Walker Elementary School, 100 School Drive, Bellefonte. Call Amanda at (814) 321-4528. Breastfeeding Basics Class — A Breastfeeding Basics Class will be held from 6-8 p.m. at the Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. The class is taught by board certified lactation consultants and focuses on getting started and avoiding common breastfeeding problems. The cost is $20 per couple. To register, call (814) 876-0217 or e-mail contact@ naturetonurture.net. Adult Craft Night — Transform plain glass jars and votives into sparkling luminaries using Epsom-salt from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. All materials provided by the library, if desired you can bring your own glass items to frost. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary. org. Reiki Rally/Share — Learn to share and receive Reiki with the group, open to all seasoned Reiki masters as well as anyone curious about Reiki from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Inspired Holistic Wellness, 107 S. Spring St., Bellefonte. Admission is a $2 suggested donation. Call (814) 883-0957 or email at beth@InspiredHolisticWellness. com. Wild Eats Talk — Pennsylvania Native Plant Society presents “Steven Schwartz: Wild Eats Foraging and Marketing Wild Edibles,” at 6:30 p.m. at Webster’s Bookstore and Café, 133 E. Beaver St., State College. Lecture — The Pennsylvania Military Museum presents the Friends’ Richard Koontz Memorial Lecture Series: “A Wicked War: Polk, Clay, Lincoln and the 1846 U.S. Invasion of Mexico” at 7:30 p.m. at The Pennsylvania Military Museum, Business Route 322, Boalsburg. America was at war for its second time in the new century. Territorial expansion lay at its roots. Penn State professor Amy S. Greenberg, the leading scholar of Manifest Destiny, discusses the storylines of several characters in this chapter of American history. Call (814) 466-6263. — Compiled by Gazette staff

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GROUP MEETINGS The Gazette will publish the regular meeting dates and times for all Centre County social and service groups, organizations, clubs, etc. that have membership open to the public. To be included in the weekly listing send information by Wednesday one week prior to publication to community@centrecountygazette.com or mail to: The Centre County Gazette, attn: Group Meetings, 403 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801. Adult Bible Study and Kids Program offering practical help from the Bible and a fun and productive time for kids will meet 7 p.m. Wednesdays Nittany Baptist Church, 430 Mountain Back Road, Spring Mills. Call (814) 360-1601 or visit nittanybaptist.org. Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse — Men’s Support Group sponsored by The Centre County Women’s Resource Center from 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays. Call (814) 2375220 ext. 247, email edteam@ccwrc.org or visit ccwrc.org. Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse — Women’s Support Group sponsored by The Centre County Women’s Resource Center from 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesdays. Call (814) 237-5220 ext. 247, email edteam@ccwrc.org or visit ccwrc.org. ALIVE Teen Club meets at 6 p.m. Sundays at First Baptist Church, 539 Jacksonville Road, Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-5678 or visit fbcbellefonte.org. Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Groups will meet at 1 p.m. the first Friday of every month at the Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Call (814) 234-3141 or (814) 235-2000. Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Groups will meet at 6:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Mount Nittany Dining Room, The Inn at Brookline, 1930 Cliffside Drive, State College. Call (814) 234-3141 or (814) 235-2000. AWANA Club is at 6 p.m. every Sunday at the First Baptist Church, 539 Jacksonville Road, Bellefonte. Activities and Bible lessons will be held for children ages 3 through sixth grade. Materials provided. Call (814) 355-5678 or visit fbcbellefonte.org. Bald Eagle Grange No. 151 meets at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of every month at the Grange Hall in Runville. Bald Eagle Watershed Association meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Wednesday at the Milesburg Borough Building, 416 Front St., Milesburg. Visit baldeaglewatershed.com. The Bald Eagle Area Class of 1959 meets at 6 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month for dinner. Location changes each month. Call Joyce at (814) 383-4337 or email ljt2342@embarqmail.com. Bald Eagle Area Class Of 1960 meets for lunch at 11:30 a.m. the third Thursday of every month at The Bestway Restaurant, 1023 N. Eagle Valley Road, Howard. Call Barb (814) 466-6027. Bald Eagle Area Class of 1964 meets for breakfast 9 a.m. the fourth Saturday of the month at the Bestway Restaurant, state Route 150, I-80 exit 158, Milesburg. Dinner will be at 5:30 p.m. on the third Friday of the month at the Bellefonte Moose, 125 N. Spring St., Bellefonte. Call Sue (814) 625-2132 or bea.1964@yahoo.com. Bald Eagle Area Class of 1965 meets for dinner at 5:30 p.m. the last Friday of each month, Bellefonte Moose, 125 N. Spring St., Bellefonte. Call Bob (814) 383-2151. Bellefonte High School Class of 1956 meets for dinner at 6 p.m. the second Friday of each month, Bellefonte Moose, 125 N. Spring St., Bellefonte. Call Kay (814) 3592738. Bellefonte High School Class 1967 meets for breakfast at 8:30 a.m. the first Saturday of each month, Sunset West, 521 E. College Ave., Pleasant Gap. The location is subject to change. Call Vic (814) 360-1948. Bellefonte Elks Lodge meets 7 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays of each month, Bellefonte Elks, 120 W. High St., Bellefonte. Bellefonte Encampment No. 72 and Ridgeley Canton No. 8 meets 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month, Windmere Hall, 454 Rolling Ridge Drive, State College. Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of each month, Train Station, Talleyrand Park, Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-1053 or bellefontetrain.org. Bellefonte Kiwanis Club meets at noon Tuesdays at the Moose Club, 125 N. Spring St., Bellefonte. Call Richard King, (814) 355-9606 or email kings430elinn@yahoo.com. Bellefonte Sunrise Rotary Club meets 7:30 a.m. Fridays, Diamond Deli, 103 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call Mary Jane Fisher (814) 355-5905. Bellefonte Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1600 meets 8 p.m. the second Thursday of every month, Post Home, Spring Street, Bellefonte. Bellefonte Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1600 Ladies Auxiliary meets 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month, Post Home, Spring Street, Bellefonte. Better Breathers Support Group meets 3:30 p.m. the third Thursday every month, HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, 550 E. College Ave., Pleasant Gap. Call (814) 359-3421. Business Networking International meets 7 a.m. Thursdays, Celebration Hall, 2280 Commercial Blvd., State College. Members share ideas, contacts and business referrals. Fee is $10 for room and breakfast. Call Kelly Swisher (814) 280-1656. Boy Scouts of America BSA Troop 66 meets at 7-8 p.m. every Tuesday at Pleasant Gap United Methodist Church, 179 S. Main St., Pleasant Gap. Email Scoutmaster Bill Weaver at standinten@aol.com. Brain Injury Support Group meets 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month, HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, 550 E. College Ave., Pleasant Gap. Call (814) 359-3421. Breast Cancer Support Group meets 5:30-7 p.m. the first Monday of every month in the ground floor confer-

ence rooms, Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, the meeting will be held on the second Monday of the month. Call Cheri (814) 231-7005. Catholic Daughters of the Americas social begins at 6:30 p.m. and meets at 7 p.m. first Thursday of every month at St. John’s Catholic School auditorium, 134 E. Bishop St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-7730 or email jmoest@yahoo.com. Central Pennsylvania Holistic Wellness Group will meet to share and learn about many methods and techniques to support a holistic, homeopathic and spiritual life style from 6:30-8 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the Inspired Holistic Wellness, 107 S. Spring St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 883-0957 or visit meetup.com/Central-PA-Holistic-Wellness-Group/. Centre County Down Syndrome Society meets at 8 p.m., the third Monday of each month at Easter Seals, 383 Rolling Ridge Drive, State College. Email ccdssociety@ gmail.com or visit centrecountydownsyndrome.org. Centre County Greens meets at 7:15 p.m. the first Monday of every month at Webster’s Bookstore & Café, 133 E. Beaver Ave., State College. Centre County Real Estate Investment Club meets 7-9 p.m. the third Thursday of every month at RE/MAX Centre Realty, 1375 Martin St., State College. Call (814) 280-5839 or email len@decarmine.com. Visit centrecountyreiclub.org. Centre Hall Lions Club meets 6:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month and at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month, Centre Hall Lions Club Building, 153 E. Church St., Centre Hall. Centre Line Riders — ABATE of Pennsylvania, Chapter 18 meet at noon the third Saturday of each month at the Centre Hall American Legion, 2928 Penns Valley Pike, Centre Hall. Centre Pieces Quilt Guild will meet from 7-9 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month (March through December) at the Mount Nittany Middle School Cafeteria, 656 Brandywine Drive, State College. Visit the web site at www.centrepiecesguild.org or call (814) 237-6009. Centre Region Model Investment Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Monday of the month, Mazza Room, South Hills Business School, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College. Call (814) 234-8775 or email cr20mic@ aol.com. The Compassionate Friends Group meets from 7 p.m. the second Monday of each month at Bellefonte Middle School, TCF is a national non-profit support organization offering understanding, friendship, and hope to families following the death of a child of any age, from any cause. Contact Peg at (814) 355-9829 or Amanda at (814) 3214528. Circle of Hope, a support group for special-needs children and families, will meet at 6 p.m. on Jan. 25 at Halfmoon Christian Fellowship Church, 1776 Halfmoon Valley Rd., Port Matilda. Call Angie (814) 386-1826 or alavanish@live. com. FHA Center for Weight Management and Nutrition bariatric surgery support group will meet from 6-7 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at the Lewistown Hospital, Classroom 4, 400 Highland Ave., Lewistown. Call (717) 2427099 or visit myfamilyhealthassociates.com Girls of Bald Eagle Area High School Class of 1961 will meet at 11:30 a.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Mt. Valley Diner, 850 S. Eagle Valley Road, Wingate. Call (814) 355-3686. Halfmoon Garden Club meets at 1 p.m. the first Thursday of the month. Membership is open to Halfmoon Township residents. Call Alice McGregor (814) 692-7396, almcgregor@comcast.net or Susan Kennedy (814) 692-5556, susank81@gmail.com. Halfmoon Grange No. 290 meets 7:30 p.m. the first Monday of every month at the Grange Hall in Centennia. Call Diane (814) 692-4580. Hearing Loss Association of America meets 7 p.m. the second Monday of each month, Foxdale, 500 E. Marylyn Ave., State College. Learn the latest technology available for hearing loss. I.O.O.F. Centre Lodge #153 meets 7:30 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month, I.O.O.F. Lodge Hall 756 N. Main St., Pleasant Gap. Junior Rockhounds meets 5 p.m. the third Wednesdays of each month, Room 121, Earth and Engineering Sciences Building, University Park. Call (814) 867-6263 or visit nittanymineral.org. Keystone Guild of the Watchmakers Association of Pa. meets 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month, Bull Pen Restaurant, Washington Avenue at First Street, Tyrone. Call George at (814) 238-1668. Ladies Grief Support Group meets 2 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday at Living Faith Church, 113 Sunset Acres, Milesburg. Call Hazel at (814) 387-4952. The Milesburg Lions Club meets 7 p.m. first and third Tuesday every month, Milesburg Center across from UniMart. MOPS, Mothers of Preschoolers, sponsored by New Hope Church is designed to nurture every mother with children from pregnancy through kindergarten meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at The State College Evangelical Free Church, 1243 Blue Course Drive, State College. Childcare is provided for each monthly meeting. Visit statecollegemops. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets 6 p.m. every third Tuesday, HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, Outpatient Entrance, 550 E. College Ave., Pleasant Gap. The support group is affiliated with the National MS Society. Call (814) 359-3421. National Alliance on Mental Illness meets 7 p.m. every second Tuesday at South Hills School, State College. June is the last meeting of the summer. Meetings will resume in September. Call Dave (814) 238-1983. The Neuropathy Support Group of Central Pennsylva-

nia will meet at 2 p.m. the fourth Sunday at the Mount Nittany Medical Center, Conference room 3, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. Call David Brown at (814) 531-1024. Nittany Knights Barbershop Chorus meets 7:15 p.m. every Monday, South Hills School, State College. Men who like to sing are welcome. Visit nittanyknights.org, or call Bill (814) 355-3557. Nittany Valley Model Railroad Club meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Old Gregg School, room 1A, 106 School St., Spring Mills. Call Fred at (814) 422-7667. Nittany Mineral Society will hold a social at 6:30 p.m. and meet at 7:30 p.m. the third Wednesdays, Room 116 Auditorium of the Earth and Engineering Sciences Building, University Park. Call (814) 867-6263 or visit nittanymineral.org. Nittany Valley Woodturners meet from 7-9 p.m. every first Thursday, the woodworking shop, State College Area High School, South Building, 650 Westerly Parkway, State College. Email Reg@MarketValueSolutions.com or visit NittanyValleyWoodturners.org. The Nittany Valley Writers Network meets for an earlyrisers breakfast at 7 a.m. every third Wednesday, The Waffle Shop, 1610 W. College Ave., State College. The Nittany Valley Writers Network meets from 7-8:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Parent Support Group for Children with Eating Disorders meets from 7-8 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month in Conference Room 3, Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. Call Kristie Kaufman (814) 466-7921. Penns Valley Grange No. 158 meets 7:30 p.m. the second Thursday of every month, Grange Hall, Railroad Street, Spring Mills. Pleasant Gap Rotary Club meets at 6 p.m. every Thursday at the Oaks, 220 Rachel Drive, Pleasant Gap. Reiki group will meet from 6:30-8:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at Inspired Holistic Wellness, 107 S. Spring St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 883-0957, email beth@inspiredholisticwellness.com or visit www.inspired holisticwellness.com. RSVP is appreciated. The Romans 12:2 Group meets from 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays at 204 W. High St., Bellefonte. The group is an addictions breakaway program sponsored by Lifegate Baptist Church is open to all who are suffering from any form of addiction as well as to family members that may be affected by the addict’s behavior. Call (814) 353-1942. Sacred Harp Singing meets from 7-8:30 a.m. the second and fourth Mondays at the University Mennonite Church, 1606 Norma St., State College. Visit StateCollegeSacredHarp.com. The Snow Shoe Lions Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first and fourth Wednesday of every month, at the Moshannon Community Center, State Rte. 144, Snow Shoe. Soroptimist International of Centre County will meet at 6 p.m. the first Monday of the month at the Atherton Hotel, 125 S. Atherton St., State College. Call (814) 234-0658 or email hjlaw11@aol.com. State College Downtown Rotary Club meets at noon on Thursdays at Damon’s, 1031 E. College Ave., State College. State College Elks Lodge meets 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at State College Elks Country Club 100 Elks Club Road, Boalsburg. State College Lions Club meets at 6:15 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of the month at Damon’s, 1031 E. College Ave., State College. State College Rotary Club meets 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Nittany Lion Inn, Faculty Staff Lounge, 200 W. Park Ave., University Park. State College Sunrise Rotary Club meets 7:15 a.m. Wednesdays, Hotel State College, 106 S. Allen St., State College, above The Corner Room. State College Weavers Guild meets from 7:30-9 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month, September through May. Meetings are held in members’ homes. Refreshments are served at 7 p.m. For meeting location visit the website at www.statecollegeweaversguild.weebly.com or call (814) 234-7344. Support Group for Family & Friends of Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors sponsored by The Centre County Women’s Resource Center from 5:30-7 p.m. Mondays. Call (814) 237-5220 ext. 247, email edteam@ccwrc.org or visit ccwrc.org. Stroke Support Group meets 4 p.m. last Tuesday of every month, (except August and December) at HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, 550 E. College Ave., Pleasant Gap. Call (814) 359-3421. TRIAD, a public safety group for senior citizens, meets each second Thursday in various locations. Call Helen Evans, chair, (814) 237-8932. Trout Unlimited, a non-profit conservation organization, meets 7:30 p.m. every first Thursday, Comfort Suites Hotel, 132 Village Drive, State College. Weight Loss Challenge will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at the Park Forest Baptist Church, 3030 Carnegie Drive, State College. Membership fee is $35. Call Darlene Foster at (814) 238-8739 or email at rdf55@verizon.net. WiNGs, the Women’s Network Group for women entrepreneurs, will have a social from 8-8:30 a.m. and meet from 8:30-10:30 a.m., the third Wednesday of every month at the Patton Township conference room, 100 Patton Plaza, State College. Email membership@wngs.org or call (814) 3601063. Women’s Welcome Club of State College meets 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month, Oakwood Presbyterian Church, 1865 Waddle Road, State College. Visit us on the web womenswelcomeclub.org or email wwcmembership@gmail.com. — Compiled by Gazette staff

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Siemens CEO says manufacturing poised for comeback From Gazette staff reports UNIVERSITY PARK — Eric Spiegel, president and CEO of Siemens’ U.S. subsidiary, said the United States is poised for a manufacturing renaissance during his visit to campus on Jan. 24 to mark a new agreement with Penn State. Spiegel’s remarks came during a presentation on innovation and entrepreneurship to engineering students titled “The Need for ‘Real’ Engineering in America.” He said a “re-industrialization” of the country is happening with the rebirth of the energy and manufacturing sectors. “We’re not number one anymore, but manufacturing is growing in the U.S.,” he said. The Youngstown, Ohio, native said three factors are fueling the return of manufacturing in America: cheap energy, rising worker productivity in the

U.S. and advanced manufacturing. Spiegel said the abundance of cheap natural gas is providing manufacturers with not only an economical energy source, but also an inexpensive feedstock for other products and industries. “If you told me five years ago that we’d be building new chemical plants in this country, I would have laughed. Now we’re building dozens of new chemical plants.” The traditional view that manufacturing is cheaper overseas is changing, he said. Increased U.S. worker productivity, coupled with rising costs to build overseas, have made manufacturing in America much more appealing, Spiegel said. “The U.S. is the least risky place in the world to do business,” he said. Finally, the emergence of advanced manufacturing has given the country an edge over foreign competitors.

“A lot of jobs that left the U.S. aren’t coming back,” Spiegel said. “And we don’t want them back. We don’t want the low-paying $5 per hour jobs. We want better jobs.” He said, “We think the time is right to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. In the end, we have to make things — make things well and make things of value.” Spiegel’s visit kicks off a strategic partnership between Siemens and Penn State. The alliance — the first of its kind between Siemens and an American university — includes research collaborations, an enhanced recruiting relationship and engagement across a range of University programs. The agreement between Penn State and Siemens, signed late last year, includes collaborations in health care, infrastructure, energy, people development and sustainability.

Free tax assistance offered From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program offers free tax help for low-to-moderate income individuals/families (generally $51,000 or below). IRS certified preparers are available at various locations throughout Centre County to prepare and file basic tax returns. Here are the sites where tax service is available: ■ The Church of the Good Shepherd, 402 Willowbank St., Bellefonte. Sessions begin on Feb. 2 and close on April 13. It is open from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Returns are prepared by appointment only. Call (814) 355-6816 to set up a time. ■ The Millheim Outreach Center, 103 Mill St., Millheim. Sessions begin on Feb. 7 and end on April 4. It is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursdays. Returns are prepared by appointment only. Call (814) 349-5850 to set up a time.

■ Holt Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Sessions begin on Feb. 12 and end on April 9. It is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays. Returns are prepared by appointment only. Call (814) 355-6816 to set up a time. ■ Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Sessions begin on Feb. 4 and end on April 12. It is open from noon to 4 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fridays. Returns are prepared by appointment only. Call (814) 355-6816. ■ Penn State University, Ferguson Building, room 10, University Park. Sessions begin on Feb. 5 and end on April 13. There will be no sessions during spring break (March 2 through 9). It is open from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. Returns are prepared by appointment only. Call (814) 863-7448 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There are several items one should bring to have a return pre-

pared. They are: ■ Photo identification (Examples: driver’s license, state ID, school ID). ■ Social Security cards and birth dates for you, your spouse and dependents. ■ Income documents: W-2, W-2G, 1099-R, 1099-Int, 1099-Div, 1099Misc, and so on ■ A copy of last year’s federal and state returns (if available) ■ Bank routing numbers and account numbers for direct deposit/debit ■ To file taxes electronically on a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms. For IRS tax questions, IRS Agents are available via video conference calls from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday at the Willowbank Building, 420 Holmes St. in Bellefonte. Payments are not accepted and forms are not available at this location. Call (814) 355-6816 for more information.

Progar hired as project engineer From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — Alexander Building Construction Co. has hired Josh Progar as a project engineer for the company. In his new position, Progar will be responsible for checking, tracking and monitoring shop drawings and submittals, tracking RFI’s, assisting in updating CPM construction schedules, and attending weekly trade contractor coordination meetings. “Josh is a welcomed addition to our staff here at Alexander,” said Christopher Magent, general manager — State College and Business Development and Strategic Initiatives Director for the Butz Family of Companies. “His knowledge and understanding of the latest construction management technology will help us

maintain our status as an industry leader.” A recent graduate of Penn State University, Progar brings with him an integrated bachelor/ master of architectural engineerJOSH PROGAR ing degree as well as four years of internship experience. Progar spent the past two summers interning with Alexander where he worked to help develop their Building Information Modeling processes and documentation. He was also an instrumental member of the project team at Mount Nittany Medical Cen-

ter working on the east wing, Cancer Center and Emergency Department projects and the Penn State University Old Main Renovation project. Progar is an engineer in training and a building information modeling studio structural engineer. He wrote a thesis on the redesign of a 6,000 seat, $84 million hockey arena project that incorporated the four major architectural engineering disciplines using state of the art BIM software and processes to design the best possible product for an owner. Progar has also gained considerable experience through membership with several professional and student organizations. He is a member of the Student Society of Architectural Engineers as well as the Student Chapter of the Partnership for Achieving Construction Excellence.

Fraud seminar scheduled

Mogs job fair planned

From Gazette staff reports

STATE COLLEGE — Penn State Federal Credit Union and Penn State University Police Services will present a free “Fraud, Scams & ID Theft” seminar at noon on Feb. 20 at the Centre County/Penn State Visitor’s Center. The presentation will cover the following topics: lottery, overpayment, work-from-home and texting scams, as well as tips for keeping identity safe. Space is limited. For more information or to sign up call (814) 933-1669 or email seminars@pennstatefederal.com.

STATE COLLEGE — The Mogs Motorcycle Club is hosting a job fair for military veterans from noon to 4 p.m. on March 2 at the Toftrees Golf Resort and Conference Center. This is a free job fair for military veterans of all ages, duty, conflicts and backgrounds. There will be companies of all types eager to talk to new applicants about job opportunities. For more information, or if you are an employer who would like to participate, email themogsmc@yahoo.com or call (814) 808-0067.

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CATA names director of administration From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The Centre Area Transportation Authority recently announced that Kimberly Fragola has been named its director of administration. Fragola came to CATA in 2010 and has since served as the authority’s assistant director of administration. Prior to that time, Fragnola worked at Patton Township and Centre County. As director of administration, Fragola is responsible for CATA’s grants, procurement and capital programs, as well as for establishing and maintaining the financial and accounting systems for the authority. Fragola also develops the annual KIMBERLY FRAGOLA budget and insures compliance with federal and state regulations, and further oversees risk management issues for CATA and advises officials on authority financial matters. Fragola holds a masters of public administration, with certificates in public sector human resource management and public budgeting and financial management from The Pennsylvania State University. She also holds a bachelor of arts degree in speech communication, with a minor in dispute management and resolution. She is a graduate of Leadership Centre County, and participates in numerous community organizations including the Centre County Association of Township Supervisors, State College Sunrise Rotary Club and the Nittany Lion Pride Board of Directors. “I know that I can speak for the CATA Board of Directors as well as the management staff when I say that we are truly excited to have Ms. Fragola in this role at the Authority, left vacant upon the retirement of Judith Minor in midJanuary,” said Hugh Mose, CATA general manager. “Kimberly brings to the position expertise that will further strengthen the organization and thereby enhance the services CATA provides for the community.” For more information, please contact CATA at (814) 238CATA(2282).

Haft earns designation From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — Linda Haft, staffing and human resource consultant with The HR Office Inc., in State College has received a certified compensation professional designation from society professionals, a not-for-profit association that provides in compensation, benefits, and total rewards. The Certification Society is an affiliate organization of WorldAtWork, the professional association for compensation, benefits and total rewards professionals. Haft has 20 years of human resource and compensation experience in both profit and not-for-profit organizations and in the defense, Internet, health care, banking and manufacturing industry sectors. At The HR Office Inc., Haft specializes in professional level candidate searches and also provides her expertise in temporary and temporary-to-hire staffing placements. She also provides extensive human resource consulting to employers on matters that include compensation and benefîts, employee relations, legal compliance, performance management and talent management. Haft has a Master of Science degree in Human Resource Management from Troy University. She has been a member of the HR certification institute’s exam development panel for the professional in human resources and the senior professional in human resources exams since 2004. In addition to her membership in the Society For Human Resource Management (SHRM), she is also a member of the Human Resource Association of Centre County and is an advisory member of the Centre County Women’s Resource Center’s Human Resource Committee, and is a board member of the Penn State University Lady Lions Cager Club. By achieving the CCP, Haft has joined over 17,000 other certified professionals who have met the highest level of professional performance and standards of professional practice. Recognized as the worìd's standard since 1976, the CCP designation is known throughout the global rewards community as a mark of expertise and excellence in the area of compensation. It is obtained by successfully passing nine comprehensive examinations designed to measure an individual's level of knowledge about compensation and total rewards management theory and practice. The program covers subject matters such as quantitative analysis, legal compliance, program design and administration, accounting, finance and strategic planning.

Job program offered From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — People ages 17 through 24 who are looking for workplace experience or long-term employment should stop by the CareerLink along the Benner Pike near the Nittany Mall to find out about youth employment programs. Those interested can also call Rick or Sarah at (814) 272-5465.

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JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2013

DEED TRANSFERS The following property transactions were compiled from information provided by the Centre County Recorder of Deeds, Joseph Davidson. The Gazette is not responsible for typographical errors. The published information is believed to be accurate; however, the Gazette neither warrants nor accepts any liability or responsibility for inaccurate information.

RECORDED JAN. 7-11, 2013 BELLEFONTE Gary Wilt II and Amanda Wilt to Gary G. Wilt and Shirley J. Wilt, 157 E. Ardell Lane, $1.

BENNER TOWNSHIP Peter P. Barton and Michelle C. Barton to Timothy Guffey and Aimee Fisher, 160 Millgate Road, $199,500. John J. Jabco and Chris E. Jabco to John J. Jabco, 1015 Purdue Mountain Road, $1. Amberleigh LP, Berks Homes and Berks Construction Co. Inc. to Georgia H. Gasperich, 145 Exeter Lane, $164,850.

FERGUSON TOWNSHIP Land Development Plan Thistlewood Lot, Ferguson Township, Edward Tracey and Edward J. J. Tracey III to Land Development Plan Thistlewood Lot, Ferguson Township, Edward Tracey and Edward J. J. Tracey III, $0. S&A Homes Inc., Thomas F. Songer, Robert E. Poole, Don E. Haubert and WPSH Associates, to Jeffery M. Jefferies and Lee Anne Jefferies, $473,523. S&A Homes Inc., Thomas F. Songer, Robert E. Poole, Don E. Haubert and WPSH Associates, to Scott C. Angus and Vivian Angus, $106,000. Luke M. Shuler Estate, John M. Shuler executor and Benjamin R. Shuler executor to Jacob J. Loverich and Ann D. Tarantino, 1340 Harris St., $205,000. Joel Grannas to Todd R. Durant and Dallas N. Durant, 256 Long Lane, $305,000. Todd R. Durant and Dallas N. Durant to Jonathan R. Warner, 113 Ramblewood Way, $120,000 Krisiti L. Brinker and Joel E. Brinker to Krisiti L. Brinker and Joel E. Brinker, 257 Harter Road, $10.

Timothy Guffey to Megan J. Shipe and Joshua M. Ammon, 985 Runnville Road, $157,900.

Thomas K. Loner and Sharon K. Loner to Nicky K. Loner, 307 E. Mountain Road, $1.

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James Mogart and Jennifer M. Mogart to William F. Reiber, 2464 Lexington Circle, $180,000. Sharon R. Houser to Sharon R. Houser and Patrick L. Houser, 460 Campbell Road, $1. Summit at Shiloh Limited Partnership to Shiny Mary Varghese, 200 Jefferson Ave., No. 223, $180,000. Retreat at State College LLC and State College Borough Water Authority to Retreat at State College LLC and State College Borough Water Authority, $0.

HUSTON TOWNSHIP Charlotte Brewer, Charlotte Ann Brewer and Robert Sprout Jr. to Charlotte Brewer, 209 Beaver Road, $1.

MILES TOWNSHIP Gale H. MacHamer and Luella B. MacHamer to Gale H. MacHamer, 167 Lexington Circle, $1.

MILLHEIM Eva L. Shaffer Estate and John H. Shaffer executor to John H. Shaffer, 156 North St., $1.

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$237,800. H. Dorothy Simons to Clara E. Strausser, 1007 Kay St., $284,500. Peter J. Scholten and Leena I. Scholten to Leena I. Scholten, 124 W. Pine St., $1.

Vincent J. Romanini and Dana M. Romanini to Vincent J. Romanini, $1. Christopher M. Wharton and Andrea C. Wharton to Christopher M. Wharton and Andrea C. Wharton, 90 Sky Harbor Drive, $1.

HARRIS TOWNSHIP Greg S. Gasperich and Georgia H. Gasperich to Djamel M. Belaid and Katherine Belaid, 1402 Estate Drive,

Brendon J. Burley and Timothy A. Burley the James F. Thorn and Christine V. Thorn, 343 Ghaner Drive, $166,000. Kent L. Whiting, Ryan K. Whiting and Ashley K. Whiting to Rajendra R. Shah and Varsha R. Shah, 151 Whisper Ridge, $203,000.

POTTER TOWNSHIP Smith Irrevocable Residential and Income Trust, Kelly Smith Eicher trustee, Jason C. Smith trustee and Holly Yearick trustee to Smith Irrevocable Residential and Income Trust, Kelly Smith Eicher trustee, Jason C. Smith trustee and Holly Yearick trustee, 122 Dottie Drive, $1. Susquehanna Bank to Andrew W. Garban, 111 Homan Lane, $104,000. Stanley Irvin Lindsay and Bernice C. Lindsay to Benedict MacFarlane and Frances J. MacFarlane, 135 Lingle Road, $320,000.

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SPRING TOWNSHIP Kimberly L. Adams, Kyle L. Labowski and Kimberly L. Labowski to Kyle L. Labowski, 110 Faust Circle, $1. Christine Mincha, Christine Stover and Lance Stover to David A. Sheaffer, 101 Cole St., $89,900.

STATE COLLEGE BOROUGH John C. Sefter and Marie K. Sefter to John C. Sefter and Holly S. Sefter, 819 Webster Drive, $1. Geoffrey Clay Godbey to Cassandra K. Godbey, 419 W. Fairmont St., $1. Vijay K. Aggarawal, Rivpreet S. Arora and Sangeeta Soni to Donald Travis and Susan Travis, 802 Stratford Drive, $120,000.

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Bright, open living area in this convenient condo in Amitie 2! This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom end unit is ready for move-in. Great entry area that can be used as an office, efficient kitchen with updated dishwasher and range/oven overlooks the large living room. Balcony backs to the park, set up your grill and relax! New carpet throughout the living area, hallway and bedrooms and a new heating and A/C unit! Updated bathroom with new floor, sink, cabinetry and commode. Convenient to CATA bus, campus, high school, shopping. Nothing left to do but move in and enjoy! Everything included except electric and heat (gas). Lease available now through August 31, 2013. $1000. 814-280-2130

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Dirtbusters Professional Carpet Cleaners FAMILY OWNED FOR 22 YEARS (814) 696-1601 2013 Specials are as following: 1 room- $40 2 rooms of carpet cleaning- $59.90 2 room/steps/hall$89.95 5area special- $139.95 Call for special/work guarantee (814) 696-1601

HANDYMAN SERVICES Licensed and insured. Low prices. Landscape work. Fall cleanup. Paint, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, flooring, cleanup.... indoor, outdoor. New product assembly. No job too small!! 814-360-6860 DESCRIPTION brings results. Use adjectives in your classified ads.

VINTAGE cast metal replica of a beer wagon that used to deliver beer to pubs and taverns in the late 1800â&#x20AC;?s to early 1900â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. It is pulled by eight huge horses and has a driver, a helper, plus a dog. More pics available upon request. $30. (814) 762-8021

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COUNTRY 5 min. from town. This 3 bdrn home sits on 1/2 acre with open living room, dining room, and kitchen. Three car garage. Bellefonte area. Asking $250,000 firm. Ph. 814.222.3331.

FORZA Motorsport 4Brand new!!! Never played $25. Skyrim full game download, unused/ never played!!! $40. 1 month free Xbox live w/ Hulu Plus $10. Wired headset for 360 $5. ALL Items= bundle price of $50 obo. Txt or call 814-883-0387 EXTERIOR / interior door Jeld-Wen, #5015, 80 x 36, 15-lite wood door. Primed and mortised. $90 or best offer. Please call 814-353-0354 and leave message. SEAL Masterpiece 360M. Dry mounting/laminating press. Platen size 26X34 inches. SEALECTRO II tacking iron. $375. (814) 571-0838 VINTAGE cast iron claw foot tub. 55in x 30in x 22in. Victorian style chrome faucets, 5.5 ft shower pipe & curtain ring. Good used condition, but needs a cleaning. 1 side not finished. Bellefonte. $300. (814) 571-1834

MUFFLER/exhaust for Chevy truck- cat back, new #22511 Walker lifetime muffler, IP, both TPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $70 obo. Please call (814) 353-0354 & leave message.

1997 BMW 318i. 4 door sedan, 4 cylinder, over 30 mpg, 5 speed manual, 259,000 miles. Runs great; drives excellent, good clutch and tires. Sunroof, power windows, power locks. White/tan interior. Garage maintained; current inspection. $1299. (814) 237-2682

2004 FORD Taurus. 132K miles, Flex Fuel 3.0L V6 engine, power windows, doors, locks. Car runs great and is in pretty good condition. Khaki color exterior and interior. Below Kelley Blue Book. Ready to sell!!! Call (347) 451-7735 or e-mail to see it today.

2003 FORD Escape XLT. 4 wheel drive. Alpine speakers installed, alpine head unit. Inspected until 12/13. Exterior/interior: very good condition. Exterior: black w/ black rims, roof rack, towing, hitch, 204,000 miles. Oil changed every 2,5003,000 miles. $4500. Text: (814) 574-1840

2011 MAZDA CX-7 All Wheel Drive Touring Edition SUV for sale by owner. Great shape still under factory warranty. Loaded with many amenities including heated leather seats. 33,369 miles. Kelly Blue Book value is $17,500 Also has 4 new tires- a $750 value. Wholesale trade-in value is $16,600 for the touring edition. We have just reduced this to $16,500! LESS THAN DEALER TRADE VALUE! Phone 814-571-9563, Ron.

1985 CHEVY Dually Dump Truck 4X4. Green color. 88,000 original miles, 454 motor, 4-speed trans., central hydrolics, 9 foot Fisher snowplow, and includes a tailgate spreader. $4500. (814) 574-0190

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