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Medical center expands for future By MARJORIE S. MILLER mmiller@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — Further expansion and renovation projects are under way at Mount Nittany Medical Center, including the addition of five operating rooms. Called the Perioperative Services Expansion, the plans are part of Mount Nittany’s long-term vision and goal of meeting the growing health care needs of the communities it serves.

The next phase of campus growth focuses on perioperative services, said Lou Brungard III, vice president of facilities and plant operations at Mount Nittany Medical Center. This project includes additional uses of the Lance and Ellen Shaner Cancer Pavilion; five additional operating rooms; an expanded recovery, or post-anesthesia area; additional preparation and holding areas; and the beginning of kitchen space and nutrition services expansions.

The project commenced in August with some utility work, Brungard said. Recently Mount Nittany Medical Center completed Phase 1 of its newly expanded and renovated emergency department, with patient care becoming available this past July, Brungard said. Phase 2 started in June, he said. “The community is very pleased with the new space,” Brungard said about the new emergency department, which focuses on increased privacy and improvement

of technology. Expansion and renovation projects at the medical center started about 10 years ago, Brungard said, when the name of the hospital changed from Centre Community Hospital. In 2009 the hospital’s east wing was expanded, which provided future inpatient capacity. In 2010 the new east wing opened, Brungard said, and the new can-

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Resource fair shines light on services available in region By SAMI HULINGS For The Gazette

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STATE COLLEGE — Community organizations gathered at the State College Municipal Building to provide Centre Region citizens with information about the services they offer at the seventh annual Community Resource Fair on Oct. 13. More than 25 area organizations participated, including Alpha Fire Company, American Red Cross, Community Diversity Group, Penn State and State College Police and Bridge of Hope Centre County. Other local organizations like Tides and the Women’s Resource Center set up tables along Allen

Street, as participants in the Downtown State College Fall Festival. Steve Hayes, co-chair of the committee for the resource fair, said having all the resource and service organizations in one place provides new and lifelong area residents with the opportunity to learn what the Centre Region has to offer. “The whole purpose of having the fair is to teach them (residents) about resources that they didn’t know about. As they walk through the fair, of the first and second floor (of the municipal building), they may come by a table that may have a topic that

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‘Survivor’s Discussion’ speaks for domestic violence victims By CHRIS MORELLI editor@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — Domestic violence affects many lives throughout the United States: 22 percent of women are physically assaulted by a partner or date during their lifetime, according to a National Violence Against Women survey. With that in mind, the State Theatre will play host to a panel discussion about domestic violence in Centre County at 7 p.m. on Oct. 25. Admission is free. According to Sgt. Franie McClellan of the Penn State University Police Department, the discussion is designed to raise awareness and offer help for those who might be in an abusive relationship. “We’re officially calling it a ‘Survivor’s DiscusOpinion .............................. 7 Health & Wellness ............. 8 Belding And Mull: Check Out Our Coupon On Page 2.

sion.’ We want to show women that help is out there,” McClellan said. “Women who are in abusive relationships often feel like there’s no way out. They’re intimidated by their partner and therefore feel isolated. It’s important for women to know that there’s help, there are options.” Domestic violence is conFRANIE trol by one partner over anMcCLELLAN other in a dating, marital or live-in relationship. The means of control include physical, sexual, emotional and economic abuse,

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Rotary Club officer calls for ‘Peace Through Service’ By HARRY ZIMBLER For The Gazette

STATE COLLEGE — District Governor Jim Eberly addressed the State College Rotary Club to deliver Rotary’s new campaign for the 2013-2014 year, entitled “Peace Through Service.” “It has been fascinating to see how important Rotary Clubs are to their respective communities,” said Eberly, who spoke Oct. 11 at Damon’s. His district —7360 — covers clubs from West Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania to the New York border. For example, the Galeton Club, with only 12 members, sponsors The Woodsmen Show which annually draws 12,000 people to that small town in north central Pennsylvania. Eberly’s message included several major points: Rotary must continue to strive to end polio; clubs must support the Rotary Foundation; the Shelter Box program must continue; and current members must do a better job of recruiting and retaining new members. “When it comes to polio, we are close to

eradication. But because it is still in unstable countries, it will be difficult to eradicate it,” he said. “But we must before it comes back. When the project began, there were 500,000 cases reported annually. Today that number is 136 cases this year.” The Rotary Foundation sends needed funds to help pay for humanitarian causes, including many in developing clean water sources worldwide. The Shelter Box project is Rotary’s opportunity to help with crisis management. The box includes a tent for 10, a stove, pots and pans and many other items needed for survival in areas undergoing a crisis. “I am asking each club in our district to donate one Shelter Box,” said Eberly. Recruiting and retaining members of “new generations” is a high priority for Rotary International. A decade ago there were 1.2 million members of Rotary. Today, there are still 1.2 million members. “We are good at recruiting but not good at retention,” Eberly said. Keeping younger members by engaging them in their communities is critical to Rotary’s future.

PSU cheerleader injured in fall By The Associated Press STATE COLLEGE — A Penn State cheerleader who fell five stories from a window at an off-campus apartment building opened her eyes Tuesday but remains in critical condition, a family spokesman said. Randy Jepson, the Penn State men’s gymnastics coach, said Tuesday that Paige Raque showed “some positive signs” after some making small movements and opening her eyes. “It’s a good sign, but it’s going to be a slow process,” Jepson said in a phone interview. Raque, 19, of Louisville, Ky., was in the intensive care unit, he said.

Raque’s brother, Parker, is the men’s gymnastics team captain. “Much more positivity with our family after seeing a little progress today,” he wrote Tuesday on his Twitter account. Police said Tuesday an investigation was continuing, though the fall appears to have been accidental. Authorities have said the cheerleader fell 39 feet through a screened window during a party Saturday night on the fifth floor of the downtown apartment building. A university directory listed Raque’s address on the same floor. She was flown to Altoona Regional Health System with head and pelvic injuries.

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Survivors, from page 1 threats and isolation. Survivors of domestic violence face many obstacles in trying to end the abuse in their lives. However, increased public, legal and health care awareness and improved community resources often enable survivors to rebuild their lives. According to McClellan, the panel discussion is the first step to putting a stop to domestic violence in the Centre Region. “To understand domestic violence, we must talk about it. Ask questions, get involved. There’s too much silence right now. That’s exactly what violators want. They want control. They don’t want people getting involved,” McClellan said. McClellan is hopeful that the discussion can eliminate the horrific stories of domestic abuse that end badly. One such story is that of Jodi Lynn Barone. Because of a protection from abuse order, Benjamin Anthony Barone, 35, was not to have any contact with his 36year-old estranged wife, except to exchange physical custody of their daughter, according to police. Their custody agreement stipulated all such exchanges were to occur at a convenience store. On April 8, 2007, they met as usual at the store. Jodi Barone got out of her car and approached her estranged husband’s car because he sent her a text message saying their daughter was asleep in the back seat. It was a lie, however.

The girl wasn’t in his car when he grabbed Jodi, pulled her into his car and shot her and then himself, police said. Both died at the scene. Their daughter was located, unharmed, with a family member of the husband, according to reports. Vicki Warshaw, Jodi Barone’s mother, is scheduled to speak at the event. “She has such a powerful story to tell,” McClellan said. “I invited her and explained what we’re trying to do. She agreed to share her experience. She spoke at Lock Haven University and I definitely wanted her on the panel.” Also a part of the panel will be Centre County district attorney Stacy Parks-Miller and various representatives from county agencies. The Centre County Women’s Resource Center will be there as well as Victim Centered Intensive Case Management Unit — a unit that was created to centralize and coordinate the response to domestic violence. Its members are committed to providing positive and effective response to reports of domestic abuse and domestic stalking in Centre County. “Domestic violence is an epidemic, it really is,” McClellan said. “It affects so many … not just the couple involved, but children who may be witness to it. We need to stop it before it starts. The more people who know the facts, the better chance we have.” For more information about the discussion, contact McClellan at (814) 865-5871.

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Medical center, from page 1 cer pavilion and emergency department projects launched. When completed, the new emergency department will occupy nearly 60,000 square feet, Brungard said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;(Its) new capacity should carry us for the next 15 years,â&#x20AC;? he said. In addition to expansions at the medical center, Mount Nittany recently opened the Sieg Neuroscience Center on Old Gatesburg Road. Housing neurology and sleep management programs and services, the new center has eight sleep rooms, two exam rooms and two consult rooms, Brungard said. Additional future plans include the opening of a pain management center at Blue Course Drive and Old Gatesburg Road, Brungard said. This change will involve relocating existing physicians from the 911 University Drive location to the new facility. Construction for the center is anticipated to be complete around March 2013, he said. For more information about Mount Nittany Health visit mountnittany.org.

Curleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contract will not be renewed By NATE MINK StateCollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Tim Curleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contract will not be renewed when it expires in June, a Penn State spokesman confirmed Monday evening. The former athletic director, who was placed on paid administrative leave after prosecutors charged him with perjury in connection with the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse case, also faces one count of failure to report, a summary charge. Curley, along with retired vice president Gary Schultz, is set to stand trial in January in Dauphin County. Curley, battling lung cancer, was named athletic director on Dec. 30, 1993, and was the architect behind Penn Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s impressive varsity and club sports programs. He engineered the building and expansion of multiple on-campus facilities and successfully ran one of the few financially self-sustaining athletic departments in the country.

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FURTHER EXPANSION and renovation projects are under way at Mount Nittany Medical Center, including the addition of five operating rooms. Recently the medical center completed Phase 1 of the newly expanded and renovated emergency department. Phase 2 is in progress.

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Girl Scouts in the Heart of PA celebrates 100 years By MARJORIE S. MILLER mmiller@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania had much to celebrate during its 100th anniversary celebration last week. Held at the Nittany Lion Inn on Oct. 11, the event honored area philanthropist Mimi Barash Coppersmith for her dedication and years of service. The evening included speeches and presentations by GSHPA Board Chair Kate Crowley; Pennsylvania First Lady Susan Corbett; journalist Judy Woodruff; Penn State campus Girl Scout Jennifer Van Der Horn; Dr. Sanford J. Ungar, president of Goucher College; Jane Ransom, president and CEO of GSHPA; event chair Linda Gall; and Coppersmith. Also featured was a Girl Scout flag ceremony and blessing, and a prayer by Rabbi David Ostrich of Congregation Brit Shalom. As guests arrived, they walked past an indoor tent and campfire surrounded by Girl Scouts of all ages singing traditional Girl Scout songs, Ransom said. Guests were also treated to a s’mores-inspired

dessert, and got to bring home special 100th anniversary Girl Scout cookies, she said. Ransom said corporate, non-profit and individual supporters of the Girl Scouts, along with some Girl Scout leaders from Centre and Huntingdon counties, as well as staff attended the event. A variety of tributes were made to Coppersmith, including a video from many of her friends and reflections from her brother, Ungar. Coppersmith studied journalism at Penn State and graduated in 1953, the same year she met Sy Barash, whom she married in 1954. She and Sy opened their own ad agency and billboard company in the basement of their home in 1959. Seven years later, they founded Town&Gown magazine. Coppersmith has volunteered countless hours to the United Way, Chamber of Commerce, American Heart Association, American Cancer Society, and a variety of other organizations and agencies. In 1976 she was elected to Penn State’s board of trustees, where she held the position for six succeeding terms. In 1991 she became the

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nancial assistance to any girl in the 30county area of Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania who needs it to be able to go to Girl Scout Camp, Ransom said. The other 50 percent will go towards improvements at GSHPA’s seven Girl Scout Camps, she said. “These improvements include features such as new or renovated dining halls, stables, high and low ropes courses, zip lines, heater winter camping units, playing courts and archery ranges,” Ransom said. “GSHPA is making these investments because we strongly believe that camp and outdoor experience help to fulfill our mission of building girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.” Ransom said the 100th anniversary of Girl Scouts has been a year to celebrate “the inspiring generations of women and girls who have participated in Girl Scouts during a century when the role of women shifted rapidly.” The organization helped women gain confidence and skills to operate as leaders

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Millennials find ways to live inexpensively By Scripps-Howard News Service The U.S. economy since the mid-20th century has always been driven by Americans willing to spend beyond their means — on a bigger house, a better car, a prestige college, a nice vacation, maybe skiing in the winter, the beach in the summer. Basically, it was the American Dream. The spending was fueled by borrowed money and the sublime confidence of American wage earners that with regular pay increases they would ultimately be able to afford it all plus put something aside for retirement. That came to a harsh and abrupt halt in the Great Recession, and while the economy is steadily improving, car sales are healthy, and home sales and prices are rising in selected neighborhoods, it was clearly a traumatic event, no more so than on that group loosely defined as the “Millennial generation.” Technically, these are people born between 1981 and 1999, but the term has come to define a state of mind as much as a certain age. And that state of mind is reflected in a recent news story that asserted, “Recent studies show Millennials are the cheapest generation.” They are defined by high student-loan debt, high unemployment — and, if they have a job, it’s probably not particularly well-paying and offers few raises. This group’s morale is not helped by economists who say that when the economy fully recovers, the benefits will be showered not on their generation but the ones to follow. The result is that when they leave college they rent an apartment and stay in the city. Even if they get a good job, apparently they are content to keep living in an apartment instead of moving to a nice split-level or center-hall colonial in the suburbs. If they have a car, it’s part of a ride-share program. They save their money despite banks’ efforts to discourage them from doing so by paying ridiculously low interest rates. Studies show that Millennials will spend on technology, but only so they can surf for cut-rate bargains and entertain themselves at home. And the Millennials seemed to have inherited their ancestors’ philosophy of consumption: Mend it; make do; or do without.

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Ryan has secured his future WASHINGTON — Paul Ryan is running for more than just vice president. He is running for the presidency four or eight years from now. So in that regard, the stakes for him are not nearly as high as the other candidates on the two national tickets, all three of whom are gambling on this one last chance. Oh, it’s possible that Joe Biden might be a contestant in the 2016 White House sweepstakes, but he will be 70 in November and facing an uphill fight to Dan K. Thomasson convince voters is a columnist for that his age Scripps-Howard wasn’t a debiliNews Service. tating factor in a job that requires more energy than that of most people 10 years younger. Although “Smiling Joe,” as he can now be called following his grinning performance in last week’s debate with Ryan, might fool us, the odds are long against it. There is little doubt where Ryan, now only 42, will stand with his party’s powerful conservative wing at the end of Election Day win or lose: right at the very top. That’s the reason a host of GOP wannabes with eyes on the path to the presidential mansion would have accepted the job, even if they felt at the time that Romney had little or no chance of unseating President Barack Obama. That includes New Jersey

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Gov. Chris Christie and Ohio Sen. Rob Portman. But Ryan won that lottery and, with it, the rare chance for a future in presidential politics. Of course, anything can happen overnight to sidetrack this opportunity, especially in politics. Given the resilience he has shown in the roughest territory in Congress, the budget debate, the odds would have to be on his survival.

RYAN WON ... the rare chance for a future in presidential politics. As chairman of the House Budget Committee, his unwillingness to give in on his position that national security depends on the ability to deal with horrendous fiscal problems had to be admired. The way he would go about cutting spending and reforming entitlement programs has made him a darling in some circles and despised in others. There seems little question that Ryan was able to dispel the totally negative image with a solid performance in the debate with Biden. While the vice president also made up some of the ground Obama lost in his first confrontation with Mitt Romney, Biden’s facial manipulation and constant interruption of his opponent (excuse me, his “friend”) clearly detracted from the generally positive impact. Ryan’s rapid-fire, serious responses drew dramatic contrast — the kid taking on the old-time politician. It almost seemed at times that Biden was prepared to pat Ryan on the head

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while soothingly saying, “Now, now, Junior.” As Ryan moves to solidify his image as the fresh face of the GOP, his success in politics will depend on a lot of good fortune (as it always does) and his ability to be less rigid. If Romney should win, it is likely that Ryan will be given the opportunity to shape the president’s positions on preventing fiscal disaster. As vice president, he’d need to soften some of the stances he has developed over 14 years in the House of Representatives while at the same time maintaining his popularity with conservatives. If politics is the art of compromise, Ryan will face moderating uncompromising judgments developed by strict religious and social values. All successful officeholders at that level quickly become aware that the middle of the road is where Americans actually reside. Should Romney lose, his task may be different, but only slightly. He will have the opportunity to solidify his position with the GOP base and prove to major voting blocs — such as women and old folks — that he is not intemperate when it comes to their needs. He has about two years to accomplish that before the 2016 political free-for-all begins once more. Ryan’s one chance before a national audience in this protracted presidential race went well enough. He performed more than credibly against a veteran politician. The debate was generally considered a draw, with each side profiting. The one result that seems irrefutable is that Ryan is in the game for a long time. Otto’s Pub & Brewery 2235 N. Atherton St., State College (814) 867-OTTO (6886) ottospubandbrewery.com

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HEALTH & WELLNESS Ease your mind, mood with basic exercise Most of us know the benefit of regular exercise for our heart, lungs and muscles, but new evidence clearly shows that exercise is the most researched activity we can perform to help our brain health. According to Gretchen Reynolds, who writes the “Phys Ed ” column for The New York Times, in her book, “The First Twenty Minutes,” a summary of the research related to exercise, she clearly states how important regular exercise is for our brains. After all, none of us want to lose our minds. Canadian researchers have shown Dr. Roy M. Love is a chiropractor at the that modest activity efNittany Valley Chifect on elderly adults ropractic Centers in over the course of two State College and to five years prevented Centre Hall. their cognitive function from deteriorating while sedentary elderly patients deteriorated. About 90 percent of those with the greatest daily energy expenditure could think and remember just about as well, year after year.

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■ Bulk up your brain. In one study elderly sedentary people who began a walking program showed significant growth in several areas of the brain after six months. Workouts prompted the creation of new neurons as well as new blood vessels and connections between the neurons. The walkers’ brains were bigger, faster and younger compared to people who remained sedentary. ■ A little may be enough; increasing your activity may significantly improve cognitive function. ■ Exercise is great for children’s cogni-

tive health. Studies from the University of Illinois have found just 20 minutes of walking before a test raises kids’ scores. Other studies from University of Illinois show aerobically fit children score higher on tests of complex memory. ■ Japanese researchers have shown that more vigorous exercise on animal models increases levels of a gene in the brain associated with increased brain function. The stronger the animals became, the better their brains worked. ■ Take a step, lift a mood. Exercise speeds the brain’s production of serotonin. Abnormally low levels of serotonin have been associated with anxiety and depression. Exercise has been shown to be as, or even more, effective than antidepressant medication at making people feel better. ■ Be patient. The stress-reducing changes in the brain wrought by exercise don’t happen overnight. In animal models, changes did not take place in the first three weeks but did by the sixth week. The researcher stated, “don’t quit.” The molecular biochemical changes will begin and eventually the effect on stress-induced anxiety will be profound. ■ Find a training partner if you can. Animal models have shown that the benefits to your brain of social exercise is greater than exercising alone. ■ Sex can spur neurogenesis. It is a moderate workout. In animal models the resultant activity led to an increase in neurogenesis or brain building in the animals’ brains. Sex improved their ability to think, obvious jokes notwithstanding. ■ Run away from serious memory loss. Epidemiological studies show long-term runners have a lower risk of neurological disease including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. There is even more evidence how beneficial regular exercise can be for your health and your mind. So get moving and improve how you feel, how you function, how you look and how you think.

Mount Nittany slates flu-shot clinics in area From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — Mount Nittany Physician Group will provide flu shot clinics at a number of locations across the Centre Region.

FLU SHOT CLINIC LOCATIONS ARE:

■ University Drive Internal Medicine, 905 University Drive, State College. (814) 237-3122. Open to the public. ■ Bellefonte Internal Medicine, 141 Medical Park Lane, Bellefonte. (814) 3557322. Open to the public. ■ Boalsburg Pediatrics, 3901 S. Atherton St., State College. (814) 466-7921. For current pediatric patients under age

18 only. ■ Penns Valley Area Family Medicine, 4570 Penns Valley Road, Spring Mills. (814) 422-8873. For current patients age 6 months and older only. ■ Green Tech Drive, 2520 Green Tech Drive, Suite C, State College. (814) 2784898. For current patients only. ■ Park Avenue Internal Medicine, 1850 E. Park Ave.,Suite 302, State College. (814) 234-5056, option 2. For current patients only. Information about the days and times of the clinics can be found at mountnittany.org/fluclinics or by calling any of the offices.

‘Change’ workshop offered From Gazette staff reports LEWISTOWN — Lewistown Hospital’s Family Health Associates (FHA) is offering a “Celebrating a Time of Change” workshop from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 8. in classroom 6. The workshop is designed especially for mothers and their adolescent daughters, ages 9-12. Registration fee is $10 for each moth-

er/daughter pair. The focus of the workshop is to assist mothers in educating their daughters on changes that occur at this time in their life. Informational booklets for mothers and daughters are given to reinforce information presented. Space is limited. Registration is required. Call (717) 242-7379 to register and for more information.

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THE PENN STATE University Choirs held its annual Choral Collage Concert at the Pasquerilla Spiritual Center on Sept. 29. Admission was free, but donations were accepted and given to the Centre Communities Chapter of the American Red Cross. This year more than $555 was donated to the work of the Red Cross in central Pennsylvania. Pictured, from left, are Virginia Brown, chapter executive of the Centre Communities Chapter of the American Red Cross, and Anthony Leach, professor of music/music education at Penn State.

Keep eye on vision risk By HARVEY P. HANLEN Special to The Gazette

BOALSBURG — Losing vision and becoming blind is our No. 1 fear. Over the age of 50, macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness. This year, 1.2 million people will be diagnosed with AMD. A total of 200,000 people will be diagnosed with wet macular degeneration and nearly 65 percent of those patients go blind in the first eye. AMD is a silent, painless disease and by the time you see the effect in your vision the damage has been done. The causes of AMD are still unknown. One form of AMD (dry) may be caused by aging and thinning of the macular tissue, pigment deposits or a combination of the two. The other form of AMD (wet), results when new blood vessels grow beneath the retina and leak blood and fluid. This leakage causes retinal cells to die and creates blind spots in central vision. My goal is to save the first eye. There is a new risk assessment for patients to determine if further evaluation is needed. It only

takes a couple of minutes to complete the questionnaire. During the visit, I review the modifiable risk factors and the non-modifiable risk factors. Approximately 1 in 10 people over the age of 60 and 1 in 4 people over the age of 70 will develop AMD. Smokers are five to eight times more likely to develop AMD. It is also more prevalent in females, patients that have high blood pressure and those that are overweight. Family history of macular degeneration is one of the major risk factors. Find out what your risk is for developing AMD. Do you have a couple of minutes to find out and possibly save your sight? Every two minutes a person goes blind. Over half of those people could prevent that blindness with proper evaluation and treatment. Now is the time to protect your sight. Harvey P. Hanlen, O.D., F.A.A.O. is the owner of Dr. Hanlen and Associates. His office is located at 104 W. Main St. in Boalsburg. Hanlen is a past president of the American Optometric Association and serves as a consultant to many ophthalmic companies.

HealthSouth receives award From Gazette staff reports PLEASANT GAP — HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital received the National Presidents’ Club Circle Award during HealthSouth’s annual meeting and awards banquet Sept. 28 in Arizona. HealthSouth Nittany Valley is one of 13 hospitals in HealthSouth’s nationwide network of 99 rehabilitation hospitals to receive the award. The distinction recognizes the hospital’s outstanding performance in

development of clinical programs, quality of patient care services, employee retention and overall operations. HealthSouth Nittany Valley is a 73-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital that offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. Located at 530 W. College Ave. in Pleasant Gap, the hospital services patients throughout the Centre region. For more information visit www.nittanyvalleyrehab.com.

Blood drive to honor Pantano From Gazette staff reports PINE GROVE MILLS — The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive in honor of local area youth Koan Pantano from 1 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 18 in the Social Hall at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 277 W. Pine Grove Road. The blood drive is being sponsored by St. Paul Lutheran Church and the Ferguson Township Lions Club. As a first-grader, Pantano was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia and immediately began chemotherapy treat-

ments. In May, he received a cord blood donation and beat the best case scenario for recovery, but still needs to live near a hospital in case of complications. Blood donated during the Oct.18 blood drive will be used to support patients like Pantano and others across the 100-county service area of the American Red Cross, Greater Alleghenies Blood Services Region. To schedule an appointment for this blood drive or any other American Red Cross blood drive, call 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org.

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Special Persons Day held at Howard Elementary From Gazette staff reports HOWARD — The halls at Howard Elementary were filled with smiles on Oct. 2 as the school welcomed visitors for Special Persons Day. Students were permitted to invite a family member or other special adult to join them at school on that day for lunch

and a shared craft activity. The event was a huge success, as 141 adults visited the Howard Elementary School. Special Persons Day is held throughout all the elementary schools in the Bald Eagle Area School District and gives students an opportunity to share valuable experiences across generations.

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CUTTING THE ribbon to celebrate the second floor expansion at Young Scholars of Central PA Charter School are, from left, Jean Gerber, vice president, Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County; Ann Kusnadi, vice president, and Wendy Whitsel, president, YSCP Board of Directors; and Ferguson Township Supervisors Elliot Killian and William Keough.

Second floor completed at Young Scholars From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — A ribbon cutting event hosted by the Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County took place on Oct. 4 at Young Scholars of Central PA Charter School to celebrate the second floor addition to the school. The second floor added 6,200 square feet to the building to accommodate seven classrooms, full-size lockers, and two bathrooms for use by middle school students in grades five to eight. Wendy Whitsel, president of the YSCP board of directors, along with Ann Kusnadi, vice president, gave a short presentation on the history of the school which started in 2005 with 86 students. The school expansion has enabled YSCP to increase kindergarten enrollment from two classrooms of 20 students each to three classrooms of 20 students each for the 2012-2013 school year. “We have about 240 students in kindergarten to eighth grade this year, which is an

increase of 22 percent over last year. We are thrilled with the support of parents and our local community,” said community school CEO Levent Kaya. Some of the attendees at the ribbon cutting event included Centre County Sheriff Denny Nau; Ferguson Township Supervisors Elliot Killian and William Keough; Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County Vice President Jean Gerber; staff from the Centre County Intermediate Unit and YSCP parents and staff. As a multi-cultural school, YSCP teaches Spanish and Chinese in all grades and helps to prepare students for the global economy. In addition, the school offers more than 30 extended-day programs including a robotics club, international dance and cooking clubs, scouts and sports programs. Openings are still available in some grades. YSCP is located at 1530 Westerly Parkway in State College. For more information on YSCP, call (814) 237-9727 or visit www.YSCP.org.

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HOWARD ELEMENTARY students Claudia Irvin, right, and Evan Braughler stencil fall picture frames with the help of Evan’s grandparents, Sherri and Jeff Hammers, of Howard. Group photos were taken of the student and his/her special person, which were then placed in frames to be taken home as a remembrance of the special day.

Elks look to honor students From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — State College Elks Lodge No. 1600 Youth Activities Committee is sponsoring the 2012-2013 Teenager of the Month/Year Program in an effort to recognize outstanding students in the Penns Valley School District. Students are selected based on their achievements, citizenship, scholarship and leadership. Students are selected on a monthly basis throughout the school year,

and two students from that group will be designated Teenagers of the Year at the end of the school year. Those students will each receive a $250 gift certificate and a plaque from the Lodge. Any student interested in participating should contact their guidance counselor for an application. Any questions concerning this program should be directed to program chair Judge Brad Lunsford at bpl2@psu.edu.

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Resources abound for seniors in county By SAMI HULINGS For The Gazette

In an area often thought to be dominated by young adults and middle-aged professionals, the Centre Region offers a variety of resources for the elderly. Ranging from errand assistance to live-in care, aging resources provide senior citizens with various types of aid and support. AARP 888-OUR-AARP www.aarp.org Those 50 and older can receive all the benefits of a membership in AARP for $16 per year. Benefits for members include access to health insurance, automobile insurance and homeowners insurance. Members are also given discounts on travel, online services, phone and have the opportunity to learn more about healthy living, financial planning and consumer protection. Centre County Office of the Aging Willowbank County Office Building 420 Holmes St., Bellefonte, PA 16823 (814) 355-6716 Programs at the Office of the Aging include: Information and Referral, Casework and Protective Services, Home Delivered Meals, In-home Services, Senior Centers, Prime-

Time Health, APPRISE Insurance Counseling Program, Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, Long-term Care Ombudsman, Family Caregiver Support Program, and Pre-Admission Assessment for nursing and personal care facilities.

low-income and elderly residents needing help to stay in their homes, emergency food and shelter referrals, emergency food pantry and Provide a Ride, where transportation is provided to critical medical services.

Centre Region Senior Center 131 S. Fraser St. No. 1, State College, PA 16801 (814) 231-3076 www.crpr.org/senior/sr-ctr-main.html The Centre Region Senior Center offers a wide variety of activities for adults ages 55+, Mon.- Fri. from 8 am-4:30 pm. Meals are offered every weekday at 11:30 a.m. Reservations should be placed by 10 a.m. on the prior day. A donation of $1.25 per meal is requested to help offset some of the meal cost and $3.44 for those under the age of 60. Centre County Van transportation is available to and from the center during weekdays. To schedule a ride, please call the Centre Region Senior Center at least 24 hours in advance.

Comfort Keepers 915 Benner Park, State College, PA 16801 (814) 861-1600 www.comfortkeepers.com Comfort Keepers help seniors and other adults who need assistance in order to live a healthy, independent life in their own homes. Comfort Keepers provides compassionate, quality senior care, while also providing home safety technology solutions. Comfort Keepers is available to provide clients company and engage in conversation, or to sit down to share a meal together. They prepare hot and nutritious meals, provide laundry services, conduct light housekeeping, grocery shop, run errands, provide transportation to care services, provide reminders about medication and assist with grooming. These services can range from a few hours a week to full-time, in-home care. Comfort Keepers also provide veterans services.

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Learn the clear truth about cataracts A cataract is a clouding of the crystalline lens of the eye and a reversible cause of blindness. The lens of the eye rests behind the pupil and is responsible for helping to focus light on the back the eye (the retina). Cataracts can affect anyone, of any age, but is more common in the aged population. As cataracts develop, they block the passage of light through the eye and cause light to be scattered as it enters the eye. This loss of quantity and focus of light leads to decreased quality of vision and visual acuity. Early signs of cataracts include seeing â&#x20AC;&#x153;halosâ&#x20AC;? and glare from lights at night as well as the inability to read road signs at the same distance one was once used to. Eventually, cataracts Dr. Jay Fiore is a lead to overall decrease in visual funcPenn State graduate tion leading to a decreased ability to and a native of read and perform activities of daily livAltoona. He graduing. Cataracts can cause frequent eyeated from Temple glass prescription changes, double viUniversity School sion, and a fading of colors. A typical of Medicine and completed his cataract of aging will cast a yellowish internship at The hue to oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision, a process that hapWestern Pennsylva- pens so slowly that its effect typically nia Hospital in isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t noticed until the cataract is rePittsburgh. moved. Cataracts most commonly are the result of the process of aging, but can also be derived from other causes. Chil-

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THE GAGE Mansion will host an open house for Halloween. It runs from 5 to 9 p.m. on Oct. 28.

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THE ROOMS at the Gage Mansion have been fully restored and feature plenty of original fixtures.

Ghost story Gage Mansion to host Halloween open house By ANNE WALKER For The Gazette

HUNTINGDON — Everything about the Gage Mansion screams Victorian romance. In the next breath, it whispers ghost story. And owner Ann Marie Wishard can tell you about both. From the third-floor turret room, where passersby report seeing a figure behind the curtains, to the parlor where shadows cross the mirror, the 100-plus-year-old Queen Anne has secrets hidden in its past. From 5 to 9 p.m. on Oct. 28 Wishard will share them with the public during her annual Halloween open house. Wishard grew up in Centre County where she spent about 25 years operating Sweet Annie Herbs in Centre Hall before moving into the Gage Mansion at 317 Penn Street in Huntingdon in 1996. “The Realtor took me in there,” she said, “and it had been empty for a while. It was covered in dust and pigeons were living in the attic.” She recalls coming down the wide front staircase and wrapping her arms around an ornately carved newel post. “The Realtor said ‘Oh, Annie, it’s awful. I never should have brought you here. Let’s go look at something else.” Wishard replied: “I think I have to buy it.” Thus began Wishard’s adventure with the home and its histo-

ry, which seems to come straight from a 19th century novel. She can tell you about the wealthy railroad baron, Col. George Gage, who built the mansion in 1896. The man spared no expense, including intricate details such as pocket doors, six fireplaces, marble tiles, stained glass and all manner of woodwork throughout. She can also tell you about his daughter, Fannie Gage Miller, and the sad tale of Fannie’s daughter, Helen. The tale involves unrequited love, a fragile spinster recluse and, of course, the spectacular Gage Mansion. The story goes that Helen, a young girl, had a beau with whom she fell deeply in love. Her father, Elwood Miller, disapproved of the match. When his daughter finished high school, Miller sent her on a vacation overseas. Upon returning from Europe, the young girl found that her beloved had left town, with no intention of returning. According to one version of the story, Miller had paid the young man a large sum of money on the condition that he never see Helen again. “They say she never left the house after that,” according to Wishard. Helen lived in the mansion until her death in 1947. Her mother, Fannie, also lived in the mansion until her death in 1954. Wishard feels that the essence of both women still reside in the home.

“Within the first year of living here,” she said, “I opened my eyes one night. I was wide awake. It was what looked like lavender smoke — exactly what you’d expect a ghost to look like.” She says she didn’t feel frightened. “I know it’s a ghost,” she recalled thinking, “but she’s so pretty she won’t hurt me.” The “lavender lady” as she has referred to the spirit has made several other appearances, most remarkably, in a photograph, where you can see her face, hair and dress in detail. Two years ago, in September, a fire broke out in a second-story bedroom. Flames engulfed the front of the house, destroying two bedrooms, the turret room and another third floor room. Although the blaze destroyed furniture, ceilings, woodwork, draperies, carpets and artwork, neither Wishard nor her 11 cats suffered any injury. Several days after the fire, with the home nearly destroyed, Wishard received a phone call from Chris Weaver, a member of a paranormal investigation group. Weaver’s group had done studies in her home previously, so she felt comfortable allowing him to visit and take pictures. As cleanup crews worked, Weaver took several photos, including one in the dining room, despite smoke and water damage. A few days later, he called

Wishard. “He asked me if there was some sort of portrait in the dining room,” she said, “When I told him ‘no,’ he said ‘well then, we have something really unusual.’” The photograph shows the mirror over the fireplace mantle. It also clearly shows a woman’s profile in clear detail. It shows her hairstyle, buttons along the front of her dress, her arms crossed and a slight smile on her face. “He was as shocked as I was to see something like that,” Wishard said. Many times, with “ghost” photography, you see little besides floating round objects, vague misty shapes or streaks of light. This picture leaves no doubt that you see a woman. For those interested, Wishard will make the picture available at the open house later this month. In the burn room, Wishard had an antique chest of drawers that the fire completely incinerated. During cleanup, she opened the drawers and found several original architectural drawings of the house, done during construction over 100 years ago. Despite the destruction of the dresser, the old paper drawings emerged in pristine condition, almost as if the home protected itself. Wishard has stories featuring elements of classic hauntings, including vanishing items, strange

noises and, most recently, lights going on by themselves. “Just a few weeks ago,” she said, “the light in the western bedroom started going on by itself.” It made her nervous, she said, because it happened on the twoyear anniversary of the fire. So she called the electrician who had installed the new lights. He could find nothing wrong with the wiring and thought that the battery in the remote control for the light was running out. “So we took out the battery,” Wishard said, “but the light kept going on by itself. I’ve never seen anything like it. I had the light for over a year and it never did that.” Although Wishard knows she doesn’t live alone, she said she doesn’t get frightened, at least not by the spirits. She feels that the entities residing there understand how much she loves the house. Those who don’t believe in ghosts have changed their minds about unseen presences after visiting the Gage Mansion. Wishard encourages skeptics, enthusiasts, the curious and fans of Victoriana to come to the open house. That way, people can decide for themselves if Helen and Fannie still dwell amongst the crocheted draperies, antique china, restored stained glass windows, tiled fireplaces and imported woodwork in the home they share with Ann Marie Wishard.

It’s Red Ribbon week in Centre County By ALI TURLEY Special to The Gazette

STATE COLLEGE — During the week of Oct. 22, students all around Centre County will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week in schools and in community settings. Red Ribbon Week is an opportunity for youth and community members to unite and take a visible stand against substance abuse. Red Ribbon Week began in 1985 after the death of a drug enforcement officer who was killed in the line of duty. Enrique Camarena was working undercover in Mexico when he was killed by drug cartel members. To honor his memory, fellow agents and family members began to wear red ribbons. As the word about Camarena’s death spread, community members began to wear red ribbons to honor his

memory. Communities that struggle with destruction due to alcohol and other drugs also began to adopt the red ribbon, as a symbol of hope for healthy, safe and drug free communities. Today in Centre County we celebrate Red Ribbon Week in schools where prevention counselors meet with youth to sign the Red Ribbon Week pledge. The pledge states, “I am drug-free. I pledge to be drug, alcohol, and tobacco free and lead a healthy and positive lifestyle. I pledge to tell others about the dangers and consequences of drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse. I value my life and the lives of my family and friends. I

pledge to be drug-free — this is my commitment!” The awareness that Red Ribbon Week brings to kids and the community highlights the risks associated with drug and alcohol use. In a community where underage and dangerous drinking is a concern, youth can unite to have their voices heard. Many youth choose not to drink, but are concerned about their peers and the community when high amounts of dangerous drinking occur. By signing a visible pledge to be drug and alcohol free, youth can share with the community that they have better things to do with their time, that they have goals they want

to accomplish, and that they will not let drugs or alcohol get in their way. Finally, it is important for parents to talk with their children about Red Ribbon Week and about the family expectations and guidelines surrounding drug or alcohol use. A report complete by MostDon’t.Org states, “As a parent, we often feel like our teenagers are tuning us out. In reality, just the opposite is true. Even as teenagers are becoming more independent and forming their own personalities, they still report that their parents are the No. 1 influence in their lives.” Take a minute to ask your child if he/she signed the Red Ribbon Week Pledge and then follow up with a conversation about your expectations. Our kids are listening. Ali Turley is a prevention coordinator for the Centre County Youth Service Bureau.

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Fresh Life: Model cars offer creative outlet “At the beginning of the 20th century the automobile was a plaything for the rich. Most models were complicated machines that required a chauffeur conversant with its individual mechanical nuances to drive it. Henry Ford was determined to build a simple, reliable and affordable car; a car the average American Amy Debach-Conworker could fer has a degree in afford. Out of visual arts/photogthis determiraphy and training nation came as a wilderness the Model T EMT and beekeeper. and the assemShe can be reached bly line — two at amosd14@ innovations yahoo.com that revolutionized American society and molded the world we live in today.” — From the website, www.eyewitnesstohistory.com This week, I stayed close to home by interviewing my husband concerning his hobby and love of model car building and automobiles in general. Although his innovations are not the magnitude of Henry Ford’s, Christopher Confer has honed his skills and creativity on a much smaller scale. Confers’ love for model car building began 25 years ago when he was 8 years old. His first attempt at the hobby was assembling a Snaptite 1957 Corvette that he painted a bluish green

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color which was popular at the time. His hobby for model car building expanded from Snaptites to model kits to fully customized model cars. So far, his hobby has helped him produce a wonderful collection of over 60 hand-built model cars which are currently displayed in his “man cave.” Some of the models were assembled in the way the instructions explained while others were completely customized. By swapping motors, using real car paint, and switching the mini tires and parts, he is able to be creative in his model building and dream up interesting combinations. Such as the 1956 Chevy Bel Air body, crossed with a NASCAR chassis, with street rod wheels, completed with a supercharged funny car motor. As he continued building models, he realized the need for a small scale garage for a few of his favorite cars so he used quarterinch plywood and popsicle sticks to create a speed shop with wood floors, carpet, a dollhouse Tiffany light, mini posters, a 50’s style soda machine, a bar and barstools complete with mini bottles. He also more recently built a 1950s-style two car small scale speed shop for his 10-yearold son, Hunter, who is also following in his footsteps of avidly building models. This shop was created using soda boxes and over 300 Popsicle sticks. When asked what he loves the most about this model car building hobby, Chris answered: “It’s a hobby that takes me to a different place for a little while. I can be as creative or technical as I want.” He has attempted building most all types of automobile models including motorcycles,

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THIS MODEL car, from Christopher Confer’s collection, was made from spare parts from other model kits. street rods, muscle cars, pick up trucks, and airplanes. As I work at a local craft store, Chris is able to visit me at work and check out the newest selection of model cars on the shelves. Every so often, he splurges and buys a brand new model, but he also puts old and broken pieces of models to work in his collection. Recently, he created a small scale junkyard to incorporate all the random pieces he has. The junkyard was created by researching ways to create a rusted look on his model cars. By using a Dremel tool and heat to create rust holes and dents, and rusting solution and painting techniques to cre-

ate a weathered look, his junkyard, when photographed from above looks like an aerial shot of a real junkyard. “It’s actually more of a process to create a car that looks demolished and weathered than it does to build and paint a nice model,” Confer said. The junkyard is complete with a weathered picket fence, fallen trees, a gravel and moss driveway, and a junkyard dog in which he customized to mimic our St. Bernard mix. He purchased his first car, a 1950 Chrysler sedan, when he was 15, but has since sold it to his brother who still owns the car.

While his love of cars on a small scale is most prevalent, he has owned approximately 35 of his own since the Chrysler ranging from a Seabring Convertible and Z28 to a 1972 pickup and 1978 Chevy short bed. He also enjoys working on actual vehicles and giving them custom touches such as interior work and exterior paint jobs. Although working with automobiles and small scale model cars is not his job, he has devoted a lot of time to this lifetime hobby and passion, which has, in turn, given him an interesting and creative collection and conversation topic.

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Affordable housing summit scheduled for Oct. 25 From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The Centre County Affordable Housing Coalition’s fifth annual Housing Summit will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Foxdale Village, 500 Marylyn St. in State College. This year’s theme, “It’s About (Your) Neighborhood” explores the ideas of what constitutes a good neighborhood and how community input shapes housing resources. The focus of the day’s sessions includes: ■ Planning neighborhoods that promote housing and socio-economic diversity, and foster a sense of community ■ Exploring the role local government plays in encouraging, guiding and even funding various affordable housing options ■ Illuminating inter-agency efforts to assist local residents displaced by mobile home park closures ■ Sharing a variety of rental housing success stories This is an opportunity to hear from community leaders, experts and residents as they discuss and review the housing opportunities that have occurred over the last

few years and highlight the progress so many have made throughout the community to promote and develop affordable housing in our community. Additionally, speakers will discuss innovative and affordable housing options that can be developed within Centre County through the partnerships developed at the Summit and through the Affordable Housing Coalition. Cost for Summit participants is $25 for the general public and $20 for Coalition members. For additional information or to register for the event, please visit the Centre County Affordable Housing Coalition website at www.ccaffordablehousingcoalition.org or call. The Centre County Affordable Housing Coalition works to ensure that all residents of Centre County, especially those with low incomes, have decent, safe, affordable and accessible housing. The group meets the third Wednesday of every month from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church in State College. Concerned residents and agencies are welcome and encouraged to attend meetings and become a member of the coalition.

Witches Rallye set for Nov. 3 From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The Central PA Region SCCA will present Witches Rallye 2012 beginning at 4 p.m. on Nov. 3 at Dix Honda Auto on 2796 W. College Ave. in State College. Witches Rallye is a combination of a gimmick road rally, scavenger hunt, party and charity fundraiser. Prizes, awards and a free dinner will be presented at the final destination. Participants will travel over central Pennsylvania following a timed route and answer questions about the sights they encounter. Participants need to gather a team that

includes a driver and navigator, and as many passengers as there are seatbelts. Extra points are awarded to teams in costume. Drivers must bring their driver’s license, registration and proof of insurance. Registration opens at 4 p.m. All participants must sign in during registration. The cost is $35 for a driver/navigator team, and $7.50 for each additional passenger. Space is limited. For more information or to register visit http://tinyurl.com/witchesrallye2012 or call Jessica Black at (814) 386-3097. Additional information on rules and regulations can be found at www.sccacpr.com.

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“Think Pink” is the motto of South Hills School of Business & Technology in Philipsburg. Every Thursday in October, South Hills’ students and employees will be giving monetary donations and will wear something pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Proceeds will be donated to the Fight Against Breast Cancer.

‘Plow to Plate’ dinner held From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — Six local chefs served a variety of dishes made from local fresh ingredients at the Boalsburg Farmers Market “Plow to Plate” Harvest Dinner on Oct. 10. The event, held at the Mount Nittany Winery, featured soups, salads, appetizers, pasta, vegetables and meats prepared from items obtained at the Boalsburg Farmers Market. As guests circulated among six stations each featuring one chef’s creations, they had a rare opportunity to talk directly with the public about their recipes and ingredients. Participating chefs were Nate Brungart (Zola’s), Mark Johnson (Elk Creek Café), Andrew Monk (Nittany Lion Inn), Harrison Schailey (Harrison’s), Bob Ricketts (Fasta Pasta) and Tony Sapia (Gemelli’s and Nola’s Joint). Sapia, co-manager of the Boalsburg market and the driving force behind the

event, noted that the event was designed to further the market’s mission to strengthen the ties between local producers and consumers. “We wanted to thank our guests and our community for their support and our producers for their hard work and fine products. We thought this would be a good way to give some of our excellent local chefs a chance to show what can be created using the bounty of the local harvest. And we believed that the beautiful setting at the Mount Nittany Winery was the perfect place to hold the event. We really appreciate the winery’s willingness to co-sponsor this event with us,” he said. The vendors who attended the event were delighted at the enthusiastic response of the public. “This is the first harvest dinner sponsored by a farmers market in our area,” Sapia said following the event. “We think it was a tremendous success, and we plan to do it again next year.”

‘Zombie Walk’ planned From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The Schlow Centre Region Library in downtown State College will hold its second annual Halloween Zombie Walk from 4:15 to 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 29. The Downtown Zombie Walk begins at

Buzz, a middle-aged French bulldog/ Boston terrier mix male, is on a mission to find his forever family before “Adopt a Shelter Dog Month” comes to an end. Despite being 6 years old, Buzz is quite excitable and loves to be in the middle of whatever is going on. He also really enjoys stuffed animal squeaky toys, rolling in the grass and getting tummy rubs. If Buzz could go to school, he would always get good report cards since he loves learning new things. Right now, he is perfecting commands for “sit” and “stay.” A very friendly guy, Buzz is good with older children and some dogs. PAWS volunteers are not sure how Buzz would do with cats since he has not had much exposure to them. If Buzz sounds like a great fit for your family, you can read more about him at http://www.centrecountypaws.org/dogs/ or stop by PAWS, 1401 Trout Road, State College, to meet Buzz in person.

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Young Life to hold banquet From Gazette staff reports UNIVERSITY PARK — Young Life will hold its annual fundraising banquet, On Their Turf, at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 22 at Beaver Stadium’s Mount Nittany Club. Todd Blackledge, former Penn State

quarterback and national champion, will be the guest speaker at the event, which aims to educate the community on how Young Life impacts the lives of teenagers in Centre County. For more information call the Young Life office at (814) 808-5560.

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UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State head coach Bill O’Brien does not like talking about the buzz that’s been created about him and his team’s four-game win streak. Last week’s comeback 39-28 victory over Northwestern was the latest for a Penn State team that seems to be rapidly improving both offensively and defensively. But that game and the others are ancient history to O’Brien. He wants his players to view each week as if it were a onegame season, and the only thing on their minds should be the next one of those seasons: Iowa on Saturday night. The Hawkeyes are 4-2 overall and 2-0 in the Big Ten, and they are beginning to come together after a rough start in 2012. They squeaked by Northern Illinois by a point in their season opener, and then lost to Central Michigan on Sept. 22. But Iowa has since turned it around. After taking out Minnesota, 31-13, in the Big Ten opener, the Hawkeyes tied the game last Saturday at Michigan State in the final minute and then gritted out a 19-16 double-overtime win over the Spartans for their fourth win. If that sounds familiar, it should because both Penn State and Iowa come into this game under almost identical circumstances. Both teams would like nothing better than to come away with Big Ten victory No. 3, and both teams know there will be nothing easy about it. Still, there are things that look good for Penn State in this game, as well as some things to be concerned about.

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■ The Defense Penn State held Northwestern to only 228 total yards, its lowest total of the season only one week after the Wildcats ran up over 700 against Indiana. The Lions have been especially tough against the run, holding Northwestern to only 111 yards on the ground. The Penn State pass defense, showing improvement, allowed the Wildcats 117 yards passing and only five first downs through the air. Northwestern was held to 3 of 12 on third down conversions, an area that was of concern earlier in the season for Penn State. A little younger, perhaps, but this is a typical Penn State defense. Against Iowa, Penn State will face senior quarterback James Vandenberg. Vandenberg was 19-36 for 134 yards against Michigan State and is 396 for 694 for 4,661 yards and 30 touchdowns in his career. Vandenberg’s 35-yard pass to Keenan Davis down the right sideline set up Iowa’s tying touchdown against MSU. Mark Weisman led Iowa in rushing against the Spartans, running for 116 yards on 26 carries. The sophomore has gone over 100 yards in four straight games and has a season total of 635 yards on 100 carries. Place kicker Mike Meyer has kicked 14 of 15 field goals this season, so Penn State will have to work hard to keep Iowa out of scoring range. ■ Matt McGloin and the passing game McGloin has been gaining confidence steadily this season and is looking more and more comfortable running the O’Brien offense. This season McGloin has completed 136 of 222 passes for 1499 yards and 12

behind. McGloin brought the Lions back against Northwestern, directing Penn State to 22 fourth-quarter points for the win in that game. ■ Healthy running backs The bye week was probably welcomed the most by the running back corps. Bill Belton, Michael Zordich, and Derek Day were all nursing injuries and will all benefit from the week off. Zach Zwinak leads the team in rushing with 317 yards and three touchdowns, and he is followed by Zordich with 167 and Belton with 130. Penn State rushers will face a stout, as usual, Iowa rush defense. The Hawkeyes are led by linebackers Anthony Hitchens, James Morris, and lineman Joe Gaglione who combined for 36 tackles in the Michigan State game. Hitchins has had four double-digit games this season, and Gaglione leads the team with four sacks. The Penn State running game will no doubt be one of the keys to this game. If the Nittany Lions can run the ball effectively, it will greatly improve GENE PUSKAR/AP photo their chances. MICHAEL ZORDICH ■ The bye week Penn State has celebrates following the had a week off to Nittany Lions’ win over mend and prepare Northwestern on Oct. 6. for this game. Iowa had a tough road game last Saturday at Michigan State.

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■ History Penn State does not fare well in Iowa. Iowa has an 12-9 advantage in the series, and Penn State has won only two of the last seven. Who can forget Iowa’s last-second field goal in 2008 that gave the Hawkeyes a

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Butler takes a closer look at PSU’s secondary By NATE MINK StateCollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — At times there is gamesmanship between coaches and the media. It’s referred to as winning the press conference and controlling the message, and it’s easy to eat up. Some actually makes sense. It has been written that attendance at Beaver Stadium is the lowest in years, and Bill O’Brien counters with 95,000 is still better than all but a handful of college venues across the country. Excitement is budding around the Penn State football program after 11 months of little to cheer about. The team reached its bye week at 4-2 and unbeaten in the Big Ten, and the national love affair with this program can reach full bloom in a couple weeks

if it plays out that Penn State can knock off an unbeaten Ohio State. No doubt that’s part of the recruiting pitch over the next few days when assistant coaches hit the road. Huge stadium, national TV, exceptional coaching staff, winning formula, cheers JOHN BUTLER to that, right? Secondary coach John Butler offers a dose of reality of what Penn State is facing the next several seasons. He may have the toughest job among the nine members of the coaching staff because his numbers are so thin, and scholar-

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ship reductions in conjunction with the NCAA sanctions make fertilizing the field more difficult. Why doesn’t Penn State play nickel coverage? The closest thing to a traditional package shifts Adrian Amos to safety and has freshman cornerback Da’Quan Davis rotate in with linebacker Mike Hull. “We’ll play nickel when we have nickel personnel,” Butler said. “I know a lot of the readers out there are wondering why we don’t play nickel and I guess I’m wondering why I only have six [defensive backs] when I took the job here.” Cornerback Stephon Morris and safety Jake Fagnano will both be lost next season because of graduation. Any player on the Penn State roster is free to transfer to any school from after the season until preseason

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Ohio Bobcats Sept. 1 Home Result: L 24-14 Attendance: 97,186

Virginia Cavaliers Sept. 8 Away Result: L 17-16 Attendance: 56,087

Navy Midshipmen Sept. 15 Home Result: W 34-7 Attendance: 98,792

Temple Owls Sept. 22 Home Result: W 24-13 Attendance: 93,680

Illinois Fighting Illini Sept. 29 Away Result: W 35-7 Attendance: 46,734

N’western Wildcats Oct. 6 Home Result: W 39-28 Record: 4-2

One AP voter puts Lions in Top 25 By NATE MINK StateCollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — Cecil Hurt was wrestling over whether to slot Ohio at No. 25 in this week’s Associated Press Top 25 poll or Penn State. He understands the Bobcats defeated the Nittany Lions on the opening weekend of the college football season but settled on PSU, despite the 24-14 loss Sept. 1, because, simply, it’s playing like a top-25 team. There will be room in his poll for Ohio next week if it can knock off 1-5 Akron at home on Saturday. Sitting just outside the top 25 this week, Ohio is a near certainty to be ranked because No. 22 Texas A&M travels to No. 23 Louisiana Tech, and the loser will drop out. But with the Lions (4-2, 2-0 Big Ten) off this week, Hurt, who covers the University of Alabama for the Tuscaloosa News, saw enough after their 39-28 come-from-behind victory against Northwestern to warrant a seat at the table with 24 of the best teams in college football. “It’s not a sympathy vote,” Hurt said. “I voted them 25 because I think they’re the 25th-best team. I think there were a lot of mitigating circumstances going on in the first two weeks and a period of adjustment.” Indeed. The aforementioned Ohio game was a

swirling storm of emotion for a university that endured a shattered image in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal on top of crippling NCAA sanctions that took away the sniff of any postseason long before the opening kickoff left the tee. Chalk up the second loss to a bad day at the office and a specialist having to endure the worst performance of his young career, four missed field goals and a blocked extra point in a 17-16 loss at Virginia. But the Penn State team Hurt has watched overcome an 0-2 start to win four straight is vastly different than the one from as recent as early September. More to the point, this Penn State team is vastly different than the one he watched play in person in 2010-11 when Alabama and Penn State scheduled a home-andhome series. The discrepancy between the two programs was evident. One is sirloin, the other filet mignon. Hurt doesn’t need a live look to know what’s different about this 2012 group, however. Matt McGloin’s improved decision making, and, by extension, play, can be clearly seen from afar, even 900 miles southwest of State College. “McGloin’s improvement probably stands out to me,” Hurt said. “The combination of coaching and maturity. They obviously are well-coached offensively. [Bill] O’Brien does a

great job.” Hence, another connection. Both O’Brien and Tide coach Nick Saban are disciples of New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick. Both are being discussed for national coach of the year honors at the midway point of the season, though for entirely different reasons. Saban has his eyes set on a third national championship in four years. O’Brien helped salvage Penn State football from becoming irrelevant. Hurt has a vote for AP Coach of the Year, but just as O’Brien downplayed the talk Tuesday, there’s too much football to be played yet to have any serious discussion on the merits of O’Brien winning. Florida’s Will Muschamp, Duke’s David Cutcliffe, Ohio State’s Urban Meyer and Oregon State’s Mike Riley were immediate names to come to Hurt’s mind as also being worthy of the honor. O’Brien’s campaign can really gain traction with a couple more wins, starting Oct. 20 at Iowa and then following up a week later at Beaver Stadium with what could be a chance to knock off a top 10 foe in Ohio State. “We have murderer’s row coming up here,” O’Brien said. Get through October unblemished, though, and more voters are certain to side with Hurt on just how good this Penn State team can be.

PENN STATE

IOWA

Overall: 4-2 Big Ten: 2-0 Home: 3-1 Road: 1-1 Coach: Bill O’Brien, first year Record at Penn State: 4-2 Overall record: 4-2 vs. Iowa: 0-0

Overall: 4-2 Big Ten: 2-0 Home: 2-2 Road: 2-0 Coach: Kirk Ferentz, 14th year Record at Iowa: 100-68 Overall record: 100-68 vs. Penn State: 11-0 (includes vacated wins)

Team leaders

Zach Zwinak Michael Zordich Bill Belton Curtis Dukes

RUSHING 68 for 317 (4.7) 37 for 167 (4.5) 33 for 130 (3.9) 26 for 98 (3.8)

Matt McGloin Steven Bench

PASSING 136 of 221, 1,499 yds., 12 TD, 2 int. 2 of 7, 12 yds.

Mark Weisman Damon Bullock Greg Garmon

James Vandenberg MATT McGLOIN

RECEIVING Allen Robinson 41-524 (12.8), 7 TD Kyle Carter 23-279 (12.1), 1 TD Matt Lehman 12-152 (12.7), 2 TD Alex Kenney 12-129 (10.8)

Allen Robinson Matt McGloin Sam Ficken Zach Zwinak

SCORING 42 pts. (7 TD) 30 pts. (5 TD) 28 pts. (3 FG, 19 PAT) 18 pts. (3 TD)

ALLEN ROBINSON

SCORING Mike Meyer 54 pts. (14 GF, 12 PAT) Mark Weisman 48 pts (8 TD) Several players tied with 6 pts.

MARK WEISMAN

JAMES VANDENBERG

Defense IOWA

RUSHING/GAME RUSHING/ATT. PASSING PASSING/GAME TOTAL/GAME TOTAL/ATT. SCORING/GAME

PASSING 112 of 195, 1,134 yds., 2 TD, 3 int.

RECEIVING Keenan Davis 32-373 (11.7) Kevonte Martin-Manley 25-263 (10.5) C.J. Fiedorowicz 16-178 (11.1) Jordan Cotton 5-101 (20.2)

Offense PENN STATE 138.3 3.5 138-229-2 251.8 390.2 5.1 27.0

RUSHING 100 for 631 (6.3) 65 for 280 (4.3) 14 for 35 (2.5)

154.7 4.5 112-195-3 189.0 343.7 5.1 22.0

PENN STATE 126.8 3.7 130-209-4 212.3 339.2 4.9 16.0

RUSHING/GAME RUSHING/ATT. PASSING PASSING/GAME TOTAL/GAME TOTAL/ATT. SCORING/GAME

IOWA 117.3 3.4 108-184-7 199.8 317.2 4.9 17.2

GAMEDAY

OCTOBER 18-24, 2012

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Iowa roster Iowa Hawkeyes Oct. 20 Away Time: 8 p.m. TV: Big Ten Network

Ohio State Buckeyes Oct. 27 Home Time: 5:30 p.m. TV: ESPN/ESPN 2

Purdue Boilermakers Nov. 3 Away Time: TBA TV: TBA

Nebraska Cornhuskers Nov. 10 Away Time: TBA TV: TBA

Indiana Hoosiers Nov. 17 Home Time: TBA TV: TBA

Wisconsin Badgers Nov. 24 Home Time: TBA TV: TBA

Depth charts PSU

IOWA

OFFENSE Quarterback 11 Matt McGloin, 6-1, 201, Sr. 12 Steven Bench, 6-2, 204, Fr. Running Back 1 Bill Belton, 5-10, 202, So. 24 Derek Day, 5-9, 193, Sr. 26 Curtis Dukes, 6-1, 245, Sr. Fullback 9 Michael Zordich, 6-1, 236, Sr. 35 Pat Zerbe, 6-1, 236, Jr. 8 85 15 21 37

Wide Receiver Allen Robinson, 6-3, 201, So. B. Moseby-Felder, 6-2, 195, Jr. Alex Kenney, 6-0, 192, So. Trevor Williams, 6-1, 186, Fr. Evan Lewis, 5-10, 174, Sr.

Tight End 89 Gary Gilliam, 6-6, 262, Jr. 87 Kyle Carter, 6-3, 247, Fr. Left Tackle 76 Donovan Smith, 6-5, 316, Fr. 70 Nate Cadogan, 6-5, 293, Jr.

16 15 45 32 38 92 86 82 6 81 11 83 68 78 60 58

Left Guard 65 Miles Dieffenbach, 6-3, 300, So. 60 Ty Howle, 6-0, 298, Jr.

53 59

Center 54 Matt Stankiewitch, 6-3, 301, Sr. 62 Frank Figueroa, 6-3, 308, Jr.

78 65

Right Guard 64 John Urschel, 6-3, 307, Jr. 75 Eric Shrive, 6-6, 305, Jr. Right Tackle 78 Mike Farrell, 6-6, 306, Sr. 58 Adam Gress, 6-6, 311, Jr. DEFENSE 18 59 90 86

Defensive End Deion Barnes, 6-4, 246, Fr. Pete Massaro, 6-4, 256, Sr. Sean Stanley, 6-1, 243, Sr. C.J. Olaniyan, 6-3, 248, So.

47 84 91 93

Defensive Tackle Jordan Hill, 6-1, 292, Sr. Kyle Baublitz, 6-5, 287, So. DaQuan Jones, 6-3, 324, Jr. James Terry, 6-3, 316, Sr.

6 43 42 38

Outside Linebacker Gerald Hodges, 6-2, 237, Sr. Mike Hull, 6-0, 228, So. Michael Mauti, 6-2, 232, Sr. Ben Kline, 6-2, 224, Fr.

Middle Linebacker 40 Glenn Carson, 6-3, 235, Jr. 33 Michael Yancich, 6-2, 233, Sr. 4 39 12 3

Cornerback Adrian Amos, 6-0, 205, So. Jesse Della Valle, 6-1, 190, So. Stephon Morris, 5-8, 186, Sr. Da'Quan Davis, 5-10, 161, Fr.

Free Safety 10 Malcolm Willis, 5-11, 209, Jr. 23 Ryan Keiser, 6-1, 200, So. Strong Safety 7 S. Obeng-Agyapong, 5-10, 207, Jr. 27 Jake Fagano, 6-0, 206, Sr. SPECIALISTS Placekicker 97 Sam Ficken, 6-3, 172, So.

70 76

99 94 54 71 90 97 79 20 39 44 52 31 36 2 7 13 21 5 37 18 14

18 6 23 61 54

Punter 45 Alex Butterworth, 5-10, 206, Jr.

Kick Returner 15 Alex Kenney, 6-0, 192, So. 39 Jesse Della Valle, 6-1, 190, So.

96 1

Punt Returner 37 Evan Lewis, 5-10, 174, Sr. 39 Jesse Della Valle, 6-1, 190, So.

98 14

OFFENSE Quarterback James Vandenberg, 6-3, 212, Sr. Jake Rudock, 6-3, 200, Fr. Running Back Mark Weisman, 6-0, 225, So. Damon Bullock, 6-0, 195, So. Fullback Brad Rogers, 5-10, 230, Jr. Jonathan Gimm, 6-3, 240, Sr. Tight End C.J. Fiedorowicz, 6-7, 292, Jr. Ray Hamilton, 6-5, 248, So. Split End Keenan Davis, 6-3, 215, Sr. Tevaun Smith, 6-2, 190, Fr. Wide Receiver K. Martin-Manley, 6-0, 205, So. Steven Staggs, 6-3, 195, Sr. Left Tackle Brandon Scherff, 6-5, 310, So. Andrew Donnal, 6-7, 302, So. Left Guard Matt Tobin, 6-6, 290, Sr. Eric Simmons, 6-2, 295, So. Center James Ferentz, 6-2, 284, Sr. Conor Boffeli, 6-5, 290, Jr. Right Guard Andrew Donnal, 6-7, 302, So. Jordan Walsh, 6-4, 270, Fr. Right Tackle Brett Van Sloten, 6-7, 292, Jr. Nolan MacMillan, 6-6, 290, Jr. DEFENSE Left End Joe Gaglione, 6-4, 264, Sr. Riley McMinn, 6-7, 264, Sr. Left Tackle Steve Bigach, 6-3, 282, Sr. Carl Davis, 6-5, 310, So. Right Tackle Louis Trinca-Pasat, 6-3, 270, So. Darian Cooper, 6-2, 280, Fr. Right End Dominic Alvis, 6-4, 265, Jr. Outside Linebacker Christian Kirksey, 6-2, 220, Jr. Travis Perry, 6-3, 230, Fr. Middle Linebacker James Morris, 6-2, 230, Jr. Quinton Alston, 6-1, 224, So. Weak Side Linebacker Anthony Hitchens, 6-1, 224, Jr. Cole Fisher, 6-2, 218, Fr. Left Corner Greg Castillo, 5-11, 187, Sr. Sean Draper, 6-0, 180, Fr. Strong Safety Tom Donatell, 6-2, 205, Sr. Nico Law, 6-1, 195, So. Free Safety Tanner Miller, 6-2, 201, Jr. John Lowdermilk, 6-2, 203, So. Right Center Micah Hyde, 6-1, 190, Sr. Kevin Buford, 5-10, 170, Fr. SPECIALIST TEAMS Punt Returner Micah Hyde Kickoff Returns Keenan Davis, 6-3, 215, Sr. Jordan Cotton Deep Snaps Casey Kreiter Steve Bigach, 6-3, 282, Sr. Holder John Weinke, 6-5, 220, Sr. Kicker Mike Meyer, 6-2, 185, Jr. Marshall Koehn, 6-0, 160, Fr. Punter Connor Kornbrath, 6-6, 215, Fr. John Weinke, 6-5, 220, Sr.

GENE PUSKAR/AP photo

ZACH ZWINAK has been a key part of the offense through six games. The Nittany Lions are riding a four-game winning streak.

BIG TEN STANDINGS CONFERENCE Leaders W-L Ohio State 3-0 Penn State 2-0 Wisconsin 2-1 Purdue 0-2 Indiana 0-3 Illinois 0-3

% 1.000 1.000 .667 .000 .000 .000

OVERALL W-L % 7-0 1.000 4-2 .667 5-2 .714 3-3 .500 2-4 .333 2-5 .286

Legends Iowa Michigan Northwestern Nebraska Michigan State Minnesota

% 1.000 1.000 .667 .500 .333 .000

W-L 4-2 4-2 6-1 4-2 4-3 4-2

W-L 2-0 2-0 2-1 1-1 1-2 0-2

BIG TEN SCHEDULE THIS WEEKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GAMES Minnesota at Wisconsin, noon Purdue at Ohio State, noon Indiana at Navy, 3:30 p.m. Michigan State at Michigan, 3:30 p.m. Nebraska at Northwestern, 3:30 p.m. Penn State at Iowa, 8 p.m. LAST WEEK Iowa 19, Michigan State 16 (2 OT) Northwestern 21, Minnesota 13 Wisconsin 38, Purdue 14 Michigan 45, Illinois 0 Ohio State 52, Indiana 49

% .667 .667 .857 .667 .571 .667

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Marshall Koehn Greg Castillo Barkley Hill Greg Garmon Kyle Anderson Tanner Miller Keenan Davis Sean Draper Trent Mossbrucker Don Shumpert Blake Haluska Collin Sleeper K. Martin-Manley Anthony Gair Tom Donatell Kevin Buford John Wienke John Mullings James Vandenberg C.J. Beathard Jacob Hillyer Micah Hyde B.J. Lowery Cody Sokol Christian Kirksey Nico Law Torrey Campbell Jordan Cotton Ruben Lile Michael Malloy Riley McCarron Jordan Lomax Maurice Fleming Nick Nielson Andre Dawson Anthony Hitchens Jeremy Nelson Damon Bullock Jordan Canzeri Adam Cox Nate Meier Gavin Smith Cole Fisher John Lowdermilk Brad Rogers Dalton Shaull Travis Perry Jack Swanson Jacob Reisen Macon Plewa Jim Poggi James Morris Mark Weisman George Kreiger Kittle Melvin Spears Palmer Foster Laron Taylor Quinton Alston James Ferentz Steve Bigach Marcus Collins Faith Ekakitie Tommy Gaul Eric Simmons Conor Boffeli Matt Tobin Casey Kreiter Austin Blythe Jordan Walsh Casey McMillian Jaleel Johnson Brandon Scherff Ryan Kolka Brett Van Sloten Carl Davis Ryan Ward Mitch Keppy Dean Tsopanides Nolan MacMillan Reid Sealby Andrew Donnal Dominic Alvis Henry Krieger Coble Tevaun Smith Ray Hamilton Steven Staggs Steve Ferentz Zach Derby C.J. Fiedorowicz Jake Duzey Greg Mabin Cameron Wilson Luis Trinca-Pasat D. Venckus-Cucchiara Jonathan Grimm Nathan Lyman Riley McMinn Drew Ott Mike Meyer Darian Cooper Connor Kornbrath Mike Hardy Joe Gaglione

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O’Brien not worried about place in standings for Coach of the Year By NATE MINK StateCollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — The farthest thing from Bill O’Brien’s mind nowadays is whether or not he’s worthy of being national or Big Ten Coach of the Year. He’s led Penn State to four straight victories after an 0-2 start, all amid crushing NCAA sanctions in conjunction with the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal. “We’re 4-2 and we have murderer’s row coming up here starting with Iowa,” O’Brien said Tuesday afternoon on the Big Ten coaches teleconference. “There’s a lot of great coaches in this country. I’ve only coached six games in my whole career. “That’s the farthest thing from my mind.” The Homecoming victory against

No r t h w e s t e r n prompted several national media heads to take to Twitter to voice their opinion that O’Brien deserved coach of the year consideration. Among them: D e n n i s BILL O’BRIEN Dodd, CBSSports.com: “Going to go ahead and say it since PSU is off next week. Halfway through the season, Bill O’Brien. Coach. Of. The. Year.” ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit: “Bill O’Brien early front runner for Big 10 coach of the year with all that he and his team have had to overcome!” Penn State, off this week, visits

Iowa on Oct. 20 (8 p.m., Big Ten Network).

BELTON PROBABLY NOT 100 PERCENT O’Brien didn’t exactly make waves when he said Tuesday that sophomore running back Bill Belton is probably not 100 percent. That seemed likely judging by his limited play Saturday against Northwestern, receiving just five touches. Belton suffered a high ankle sprain in the Sept. 1 season opener and only returned to action Sept. 29 at Illinois. Belton was moved from wide receiver to running back in the offseason. “It’s a new offense. He’s out for a few weeks, now he’s back and trying to get back in the groove of things,” O’Brien said. “I do think this bye week will help him heal up but also get in the rhythm of the offense.”

GAZETTE STAFF PREDICTIONS THE CENTRE COUNTY

Dave Glass Last week: 7-5 Overall: 61-23

Chris Morelli Last week: 7-5 Overall: 60-24

Sami Hulings Last week: 7-5 Overall: 57-27

John Dixon Last week: 8-4 Overall: 55-29

Pat Rothdeutsch Last week: 6-6 Overall: 53-31

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OCTOBER 18-24, 2012 Second Half, from page 15 24-23 win and cost Penn State a possible trip to the national championship game. ■ Under the lights Penn State has yet to play a night game or a prime-time game. The atmosphere at Iowa will be electric and the Nittany Lions’ composure will be acutely tested. ■ Special teams Penn State had two breakdowns against Northwestern, leading to 14 Wildcat points. The Lions can’t afford to give up big plays, especially in the wild conditions they will encounter on Saturday night. Also, Iowa will be ready for Penn State to go for it on fourth down. Penn State has been very successful so far in fourth-down situations, but in this game Penn State will likely need Sam Ficken. Every point looks to be important. ■ The Keys Penn State needs to keep doing what it has been doing: move the ball, stop the run, avoid fumbles and interceptions, stay composed, and be ready to come back from adversity. That’s all easier said than done, of course, but if you look at it from O’Brien’s perspective, Saturday night amounts to a whole season.

Butler, from page 15 talent of each player that comes in the program because there’s no longer room to misevaluate a recruit when depth is at a premium. Butler was asked what kind of prospect he’s trying to identify. Ideally, the size is 5-foot-10 or bigger with great arm length to be able to get his hands on a receiver. “You gotta have speed and you gotta have game speed,” Butler said. “You can’t be a track guy. You gotta have change of direction and you gotta have football instincts. You gotta have the natural ability and genetic makeup to wanna tackle and be physical.” Penn State has verbal commitments from three defensive backs in the Class of 2013. None of those commitments are binding until a national letter of intent is signed in February. They fit Butler’s ideal height, but one is a three-star prospect, another two star, the third unranked at this time according to Rivals.com, which is dubbed as an expert in such an inexact science. What Butler is looking for beyond measurements is an innate ability to make plays on the ball. The reasoning behind such an evaluation standard? “That’s what you get paid to do,” Butler said. Of course, Penn State doesn’t live in an ideal world. There would be no sanctions if that were the case, nor would it be located in the Northeast, where once upon a time, before a population shift to the Sun Belt, Joe Paterno could field a national championship team from his backyard. An SEC coach credited with changing college football in a preseason article run in Sports Illustrated prefers bigger cornerbacks who can judge the ball, play man coverage and tackle well. Penn State’s secondary has tackled well but has not recorded an interception all season, and Butler said a selfscout at the midway point of the season determined it’s best to stay in zone coverage. “The problem with finding big corners is just like finding 6-foot-11 guys who can play on the wing and shoot jump shots in basketball,” Butler said. “There’s not a whole lot of them out there. “Quite frankly, a guy like Adrian Amos is who we’re all looking for. Down south, a program in the SEC, there’s maybe two or three more in each area than there are up in our region. Finding a 6-foot-1, 200-pound defensive back that can play corner and safety is what we’re all looking for, it’s just unfortunately, there’s not a ton of those guys out there.” Those that are mostly reside in the South. Fifteen of the top 20 cornerback prospects in the Class of 2013, according to Rivals, are located south of or in North Carolina and the West. At safety, 14 of the top 20 prospects fall in the same regions. And, of the five defensive backs taken in the first round the 2012 NFL Draft, four played college football in the SEC. The fifth attended Notre Dame, a national brand. Part of Butler’s plan moving forward in the face of the storm is to identify prospects that can play both cornerback and safety and have an affinity for contributing on special teams. Low numbers also contribute to whether or not redshirting is likely. In theory, Butler says, a fifth-year senior is more likely to produce at a higher level than a true freshman. “Da’Quan Davis is the perfect example of a kid that if we were in a perfect scenario, which we’re very, very, very, very, very far from, he would probably be an ideal kid to redshirt,” Butler said. “We’d like to put some more weight on him and just kind of season him a little bit.” That’s the reality this unit and, by extension, this team faces moving forward. Nobody, especially Butler, will tell you otherwise even with the program on as high a note as it’s been in quite some time.

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PENNS VALLEY’S Dom Hook rumbles for yardage against Bellefonte on Friday night. The Rams won the game, 42-7.

Offensive Explosion Penns Valley erupts in 42-7 win over Bellefonte By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

SPRING MILLS — Over 500 yards of total offense, three separate triple-digit runners, 25 first downs, a 28-point halftime lead, and five touchdown drives over 75 yards. Yes, we are talking about Penns Valley. Add to that three defensive stops inside its red zone, zero fumbles, and six touchdowns in its last eight possessions, and it all coalesces into a 42-7 Penns Valley trouncing of rival Bellefonte on Friday night. This is three in a row for PV, and the Rams are now 3-4 this season after beginning with four consecutive losses. Bellefonte fell to 2-5 and suffered its fourth consecutive loss. Taylor Collison ran for 146 yards and a touchdown, Dom Hook ran for 145 yards and a touchdown, and quarterback Cam Tobias added another 113 yards and a TD running the PV option game. Collison also caught four passes for 83 yards and another touchdown, bringing his total to 229 yards of offense and two TDs. Not a bad night for the 5-foot-9, 160 lb. junior. “We really didn’t expect to do as well as we did,” Collison said, “but everything we tried worked really well. I mean, I have to give a lot of credit to the line because they really stepped it up in the last couple weeks. They really worked hard in practice and it showed up on the field tonight.” Penns Valley was only stopped once in the first half, and that was on its first possession that began on its own 3-yard line. After that, the Rams scored four unanswered touchdowns on drives of 89, 82, 79, and 28 yards. The first score came on 40-yard bomb from Tobias to Collison, and then Hook, Luke Weaver, and Tobias scored the next three on short runs to give

PV an almost overwhelming 28-0 lead at the break. Defensively, meanwhile, the Rams held the Raiders twice on downs — including once inside the Ram 15-yard line — forced two punts, and got a pass interception (by Ian Brown) of a Jordan Fye pass. The Rams held a decisive 301 to 70 total-yard half time advantage. “It was a heck of a job by our offensive line,” Penns Valley coach Martin Tobias said. “They really came together and put an outstanding performance together. They opened up some nice holes and gave us a chance. That’s all we ever ask— give us a chance. “And our defense kind of had a bendbut-don’t-break approach to it tonight. We were trying to keep it all in front of us and we were able to do that.” Bellefonte came out of the locker room with a hurry-up offense and a nothing-tolose attitude for the second half. The Raiders immediately forced a turnover, Penns Valley’s only one of the game, when Fye intercepted a Cam Tobias pass at the PV 38-yard line. Three plays later, Fye lifted a perfect pass to Nick Leiter for 26-yard touchdown. Leiter’s catch, one of 13 he would make in the game for 146 yards, cut the PV lead to 28-7 with 21 minutes of football still to play. But the Rams, as they have consistently done in this three-game win streak, responded immediately, this time with a 6play 75 yard drive that Collison finished with a 6-yard TD run. Collison also supplied the big play in the drive when he raced 56 yards around left end on an option play that set up the touchdown and reestablished the PV 28-point lead. “We had good interior and exterior blocking on that play,” Collison said of his 56-yarder, “and I got the pitch and there was just green. I ran for a long ways before a guy came from across the field and was able to catch me. I mean it was just

great blocking.” The touchdown was also a momentum changer that robbed the Raiders of the steam they built up after their score. “There was no question that that (Bellefonte’s touchdown) was a shift in momentum,” Martin Tobias said, “and it was really important for us to come back and do well. Even though we felt we had a comfortable lead, if you are flat, bad things can happen. Fortunately, we overcame that.” Bellefonte, down but still fighting, began to move the sticks using the hurryup and the passing of Fye. At one point, Fye, who completed 32 of 46 passes in the game for 319 yards, connected on 12 consecutive passes, mostly to Leiter, NuNu Buey, and Bryan Green. Yet the Raiders couldn’t get into the end zone. Their next two possessions, after drives of 56 and 82 yards, both ended inside the PV 15-yard line with the Rams taking over on downs. After the second one, the Rams again went on a long drive, this one 11 plays and 86 yards, that put the final points on the board in the game. Bellefonte put up numbers that would usually lead to a win — 19 first downs, 32 complete passes, and 326 yards of offense — but the Ram defense was able to make the plays when it had to. “That’s a good Bellefonte team over there,” Martin Tobias said, “don’t take anything away from that. I think this was a case where we got some momentum with the stops that we got. I’m sure they put up a lot of yards themselves. They moved the ball up and down the field at will. We were just fortunate to keep them out of the end zone.” And keeping them out of the end zone meant the ball went back into the hands of Cam Tobias, Collison, Hook, et. al., who are becoming increasingly difficult to keep off the scoreboard.

SPRING MILLS — What’s going on with the Penns Valley football team is no smokeand-mirror act. There is real improvement in all areas of this Rams’ team, and the confidence they’ve been gaining through this current three-game winning streak is almost tangible. It is true that the three teams Penns Valley has beaten, Huntingdon, Philipsburg, and Bellefonte, have only two wins between them, but that doesn’t tell the whole story. Bellefonte came into Spring Mills with an identical record as PV and beat the same two teams that PV did. Logically, the game shaped up to be a very close tossup, with both teams having a good shot at a win. Not so. After six touchdowns and 524 yards of offense, the Rams were in their locker room celebrating a lopsided 42-7 victory over the Raiders. The Rams played solid football in all areas, and the fumbles and mistakes that plagued the team earlier in the season were nowhere to be found. So what turned around Penns Valley? When asked that question, PV coach Martin Tobias took a second and then said, “I think it was a group of young kids who had some experience but not necessarily in leadership roles, and they were thrust into that. “It took them some time to grow up and understand what the expectations were and to figure out how to do it together. It was also a case where we played some really good teams, and we weren’t as good as those teams in any of those games or nights. “Our seniors have always been good indians, so to speak, and never had to step up and be the chief, and the seniors have taken over the role of leadership. I’m not sure they were ready to embrace it at the beginning, but they are now.” Two of those seniors, tight end and defensive end Scott Johnson and running back Dom Hook, were instrumental in the win over Bellefonte. Johnson, at 6-foot-5, was all over the field for the Rams and spent much of the evening in the Bellefonte backfield chasing Raider quarterback Jordan Fye. “Our defense has really been coming together in the last few weeks,” Johnson said. “I am really proud of them. Whenever they drive the field and you stop them, that’s a lot of fortitude. You have a lot of guts if you can stop them there in the end. “Whenever there was a passing down, which was almost every play after we scored, I was just trying to rush as much as I could. I was trying to go inside and use my moves to get a good pass rush whenever there were passing downs.” Hook is a 5-8, 220 lb. fullback who began to give the Ram running game and inside threat in the Philipsburg game. With the Raiders primed to stop Taylor Collison and Cam Tobias in the option game, Hook ran free in the early stages of the game, gaining over 100 yards in the first half alone. The Raiders slowed Hook in the second half — he finished with 145 yards on 17 carries — but that opened things for Collison and Tobias on the outside, and PV took full advantage of that. “Our linemen did great tonight,” Hook said, “those holes were wide open. Right now I feel great. I’m ready for next week. Ready to do it again.” “Next week” for the Rams is a trip to 4-2 Bucktail, a team that has beaten its last two opponents by a total of 96-16. “I’ve never seen Bucktail,” Hook said, “so I don’t know what they are like. But the way we are rolling now, we got a good shot at them.”

Around the area in Week 7 From Gazette staff reports ■ State College 21, Central Dauphin East 7: Derian Hernacane's 45-yard interception return sealed the win for the Little Lions, who improved to 5-2 overall. State High was hanging on for dear life as Central Dauphin East was driving late in the game. However, Hernacane's pick could-

n't have come at a better time for the Little Lions. State High held a 14-0 halftime lead following a 16-yard touchdown run by Ryan Goeke and a 33-yard touchdown pass from Patrick Irwin to Dan Fry. ■ Bald Eagle Area 36, Huntingdon 26: Although the game was tied entering the fourth quarter, BEA scored 15 points to edge the Bearcats in Huntingdon on Friday night.

Dakota Bartley racked up 162 yards on 23 carries for the Eagles, who improved to 5-2. ■ Central 74, P-O 20: Central scored early and often in a rout of the Mounties. Central jumped out to an 18-0 firstquarter lead and held a 46-6 edge at the intermission. Central had nearly 400 yards of total offense in the rout. The Mounties remained winless at 0-7.

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Week 8: Rams try to keep the momentum going By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

There are some intriguing matchups on the high school gridiron in Week 8. A closer look at the games:

PENNS VALLEY (3-4) AT BUCKTAIL (4-2) RENOVO — The Penns Valley Rams are sailing into uncharted waters when they visit Bucktail on Friday night. The Rams are currently on a three-game winning streak after taking down Bellefonte, 42-7, last week and are looking to even their season record at 4-4. Quarterback Cam Tobias leads a PV offense that is becoming more and more balanced as the season progresses. Early on, the Rams depended mostly on the pass, but in the past two games Penns Valley’s rushing offense outgained the passing game. Taylor Collison and Dom Hook are the leading runners for Penns Valley and both, along with Tobias, ran for over 100 yards against Bellefonte. Bucktail is 4-2 this season, and it has won its last two games by a total of 96-16. Last week they romped over Cowanesque Valley, 48-8, and the week before beat Montgomery by the same score, 48-8. The team also has wins over Wyalusing Valley and Colombia-Montour Vo-Tech, while the losses have come to East Juniata and Pius X from Bangor. Ryan Bratton is the Bucktail quarterback and he throws to three different receivers, Larry Greene, Chuck Probst, and Aaron Kelly. Probst is an all-purpose player and has run the ball and even threw a touchdown pass (to Kelly) in the Pius X game. Aaron Ransdorf is the leading runner for the Bucks. Penns Valley is riding a crest right now, and getting to

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STATE COLLEGE (5-2) AT CARLISLE (0-7) CARLISLE — State College emerged from the “murder’s row” of its schedule — Harrisburg, Central Dauphin, Chambersburg, and Central Dauphin East — all even at two wins and two losses, and is now 5-2 on the season. This week, the Little Lions take on a Carlisle team that has yet to win this season. In the last three weeks the Thundering Herd lost to CD East, 49-0, Cumberland Valley, 4024, and Chambersburg, 49-14. And things do not get much better later, with State College, Central Dauphin, and Harrisburg the remaining teams left on its schedule. Billy Burger is the quarterback for Carlisle, and he averages 94 yards per game passing and completes just over 40 percent of his throws. His favorite receivers are Bamasa Bailor, Deonte Ramsey, and Max Breschi. Jonathan Mundell, Ramsey, Matt Quattrone, Devin Cherry, and Tyler Greene are the leading runners on the team. State College is gearing up for another typically strong finish, and Pat Irwin, Darian Herncane, Andrew Kelly, Ryan Goeke, and the rest of the Little Lions should find some room to roam around against the Thundering Herd.

CENTRAL (5-2) AT BELLEFONTE (2-5) BELLEFONTE — Bellefonte can’t be happy with the outcome of last week’s game against Penns Valley, but the Raiders do not have much time to ruminate about it with the Central Dragons coming to town this week. Central is one of the top Mountain League teams, sitting with a record of 5-2 (4-1 in the league) and coming off of a

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HUNTINGDON (0-7) AT PHILIPSBURG-OSCEOLA (0-7) PHILIPSBURG — This game will match the power running game of P-O with Nick Gray leading the charge against the option game of Huntingdon that is operated by quarterbacks Josh Foster and Devon Claar and running back Rhett Stetchock. Last week, 5-2 Bald Eagle Area needed 15 fourth-quarter points to pull away from 0-7 Huntingdon, and the Bearcats put up 159 yards passing and another 136 rushing for a total of 295 in the game. Claar rushed for 116 yards, passed for 93, and caught three passes for another 67 yards in the game. P-O lost big to Central, but the Mounties still rushed for over 200 yards in the game, with Gray getting 98 and Erik Smith adding 62. But the Mounties gave up three return touchdowns against Central, which put the game out of reach and which is something they have to shore up against Huntingdon. Big plays could tell the story here. Huntingdon is capable of scoring anytime, and P-O will have to avoid giving up anything easy, either from scrimmage or on special teams. If the Mounties can do that, win No. 1 is very possible.

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Steelers need healthy dose of luck, stamina this season Through Week 6, the Pittsburgh Steelers are 2-3. A terrible start by the normal standard of the franchise under coach Mike Tomlin, who has led the team to 6-2 starts during his first five seasons. All of their losses have come on the road and have resulted from the team surrendering a fourth-quarter lead of some sort. These losses have come to Denver, Oakland and Tennessee. The record of the Titans, Broncos and Raiders in games where they aren’t beating the Steelers: 3-11. Not quite the mark that inspires confidence in the Steelers’ immediate future. But there is posShawn Curtis covsible hope for the Steelers the Pittsburgh Steelers for the ers. Centre County Only two teams in Gazette. Email him the AFC are over .500 at sports@centre through Week 6 and countygazette.com. both took huge hits this past Sunday. Houston (5-1) lost linebacker Brian Cushing for the season then got blasted on national television by Green Bay. Baltimore (5-1) lost cornerback Ladarius Webb and linebacker Ray Lewis for the season while eking out a win over a beleaguered Dallas team, which still managed to rush for over 200 yards on the vaunted Ravens defense. At the moment, the Jets, Broncos, Patriots, Chargers, Bills, Bengals and Dolphins are all 3-3 with the Steelers and Colts following with 2-3 marks. So gaining a better position in the AFC playoff chase isn’t impossible as the season progresses if the team begins to show improvement. The road to reestablishing the swagger associated with the franchise starts Sunday in Cincinnati before a winnable home date with Washington on Oct. 28. The concerns for the Steelers as they move forward are the same as they have been since the season kicked off in Denver.

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Teams which can throw the ball against the Steelers are enjoying great success: Without safety Troy Polamalu, the Pittsburgh secondary has been below average against four of the team’s five opponents so far. Receivers are getting space and Ike Taylor continues his quest to be a two-outcome cornerback (catch or pass interference) on deep passes. Aside from the offensive line, the secondary is the team’s biggest weakness and teams are increasingly smart to that fact. The team’s training table should soon be equipped with a velvet rope: Just Thursday, the team lost center Maurkice Pouncey (knee), linebacker Chris Carter (hamstring), offensive lineman Marcus Gilbert (ankle), running back Rashard Mendenhall (Achilles), running back Isaac Redman (ankle) and linebacker Brandon Johnson (hamstring). Add significant early-season injuries to James Harrison, lineman David DeCastro and Polamalu, with a hamstring injury that sidelined LaMarr Woodley, a constant stream of injuries to the offensive line and mix those with the 2011 knee injury which sidelined Mendenhall through the Steelers’ first three games and the training room is one of the most happening, yet all-inclusive, spots in Pittsburgh. Rushing to judgment about the running game: Whether it be Redman, Mendenhall, Jonathan Dwyer, Baron Batch or Chris Rainey the Steelers running game has shown promise but few results. With little regard for the Pittsburgh running game, defenses have keyed on neutralizing the Steelers’ triumvirate of speedy receivers with great success, though this has led to the rebirth of tight end Heath Miller as a legitimate chain-mover. If Pittsburgh cannot run the football, all is not lost but things get a lot harder for quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, who is standing behind another patchwork offensive line, which has struggled to keep the pocket free of pass rushers. The hope is that some, if not all of these issues, can be remedied if the team regains its health at key positions. But like wins over the Raiders and Titans, that cannot be taken for granted as team forges through October.

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Great Expectations Lady Lions have high hopes for 2012-13 By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — Alex Bentley, Mia Nickson, Gizelle Studevent, Marisa Wolfe and Nikki Greene were all members of Penn State coach Coquese Washington’s first recruiting class in 2008. They signed on to a team with a losing record and sinking prospects because of a promise by a first-year head coach: They would be instrumental in returning a storied program to national prominence. Now, four years later, they come back as seniors and that promise is fulfilled, if not exceeded. They return to a team that brings back four starters and nine letterwinners after a 2011-12 season in which it went 26-7, won the Big Ten regular season championship, and advanced to the NCAA Sweet Sixteen. The expectations, then, for the 2012-13 season are understandably high, but at Media Day on Monday afternoon, the prevailing mood was optimistic but guarded. These players are experienced enough to know that games aren’t won on paper and what happened last season is in the past. This is a new season with new challenges — and opportunities. “We don’t base our future seasons off of last seasons,” junior forward Ariel Edwards said. “It’s a new team. We’ve lost people; we’ve brought new people in, so we just want to get better each time we go out there at practice or to play.” “I think a lot of it is experience,” Wolfe said. “Just being around and in the atmosphere that we were in, we have an understanding that it’s not so new that it surprises us. It is not like we are taking steps back. We are taking steps forward and continue to work as a team if not as well then even better than we did last year.” The new people Edwards referred to are junior guard Dara Taylor, who transferred from Maryland and had to sit out last season, and 6-6 freshman Candice Agee from Victorville, California, who was a McDonald’s All-American last season. Taylor is a lightning-quick guard who will complement Bentley and high-scorer Maggie Lucas out front and add another element of speed to the already up-tempo Penn State attack. Agee, who also played on the national U-18 team team this summer, is the only freshman on the team and she is now making the transition from high school to Div. I college basketball. “It’s been a good transition,” she said, “but it’s been difficult, of course. I find it a good challenge. I love stepping up to challenges, so it’s been pretty good.” She is also a fan of the attacking Penn State offense. “The fast break,” she said, “I absolutely adore that. When you can run up and down the floor and only get into a set half the time, it’s always a joy to play. And it’s exciting and it’s not a boring game. It gets the fans going, and when you have someone like Alex (Bentley) leading that pack, how can it not be exciting.” Those two newcomers join a group of veterans with impressive credentials. Bent-

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PENN STATE’S Maggie Lucas is a key part of the offense. ley and Lucas were first team All Big Ten selections last season, and Green and Nickson were Honorable Mention. Lucas poured in 642 points in her sophomore year for an average of 19.5 per game. She also nailed 82 threes and shot just under 90 percent from the free-throw line. Both Bentley and Lucas are on the “Wade Watch” for the State Farm Wade Trophy. “I just really try to improve my skills from year to year,” Lucas said. “Like this summer I tried to add to my repertoire again, work on my footwork and my ball handling all the time. I just try to keep improving.” Greene this season has a shot to become only the fourth player in Penn State history to amass 1000 points and 1000 rebounds. She would have to average 5.4 points per game and 9.2 rebounds per game to achieve the milestone. Greene, however, is focused on other things. “I’ve improved my game from last year in my shooting,” she said, “and extending my game more to play face-up at the freethrow line. Defensively, I’m starting to incorporate a perimeter defense. I want to improve my free-throw percentage and I’ll continue to call for the ball on the block.” Penn State knows that it will a marked team, and everyone will give their best shot against them. Lion assistant coach Kia Damon, filling on for Washington who was detained because of a personal matter, said that the team knows that, but the Lions have to follow their own agenda. “Arriving into this year,” she said, “we know we have an experienced team. But every team is different. Our expectations have not changed, and we expect to get better each day. We want to make sure this team reaches its full potential and that’s really our focus.” Penn State’s non-conference schedule is an ambitious one, including games at Texas A&M, Detroit, Miami, Virginia Tech and Connecticut. The Big Ten season tips off on Jan. 3 at home against Northwestern. The prevailing theme from the Penn State players and the coaches throughout was that the mission of this team was improvement, both individually and collectively. If that happens, there is no limitation to what this team might ultimately achieve.

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The Glass Eye: October baseball is awesome I always love October baseball — the stakes are higher, the pressure is intense, and heroes (and goats) are made. Even though we are less than halfway through the playoff season, there have already been some amazing stories — let’s look back at the Division Series, and look ahead to the remainder of the League Championship Series. St. Louis is either the luckiest team in MLB history, the most determined, or some combination of both. Keep in mind, this is a team that did not qualify for the postseason in 2011 until the last day of the season, won the last two games (including a 1-0 thriller) to knock off the Phillies in 5 games, then came back twice in Game 6 of the World Series to force a Game 7, which Dave Glass is a of course they won. columnist for The In 2012, MLB added Centre County a second wild-card Gazette. Email entry — and without Dave at buggythat addition, the Carracer@verizon.net. dinals would have been home for October, as they finished 9 games behind the Reds for the division and 6 games behind the Braves for the top wildcard. They won the 1-game playoff with Atlanta, aided in part by a very strange (but in my view, absolutely correct) infield fly call. In the deciding game of the Division Series against Washington, they were down 6-0 early and 7-5 headed to the ninth inning — and once again, down to their last out, they scored four runs to win the game and the series — working two consecutive walks on 3-2 counts, then getting two singles. The Cardinals get extremely high marks for resiliency — their comeback record over the last two years is almost certainly unparalleled in MLB history – but we also have to acknowledge their extremely good fortune. In ANY other year in MLB history,

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the 2012 Cardinals would be an afterthought, a talented team that somehow missed the playoffs. In 95 percent of baseball history the 2011 Cardinals would have had a similar tale, because they not only had to stage a huge comeback in September, but the Braves had to perform their own collapse. As of this writing the Cards and Giants are 1-1 in their series, and given their superior offense it seems reasonable to favor the Cards to return to the World Series. They very well might be back-to-back champs ... who would have thought THAT in August of 2011? The Cards might be the most prominent comeback team, but this postseason was chock-full of those stories early on. As I mentioned before, Oakland overcame a 10-game deficit to catch the Rangers for the division title, went down 2-0 to the Tigers before staging a remarkable comeback – highlighted by a 3-run walk-off ninth inning in Game 4. Only the brilliance of Justin Verlander (two wins, 16 innings, seven hits, five walks, one run, 22 strikeouts) allowed Detroit to advance. San Francisco had an even more improbable comeback in the Division Series — they were also down 2-0 in their series, but they lost both games at home. The injury to Reds’ ace Johnny Cueto surely helped, but even with that bit of fortune sweeping the Reds in Cincy is a marvelous achievement — even more amazing when you consider that the giants’ vaunted rotation did not have one start of more than 5 innings in the entire series. The Giants’ bullpen was collectively the MVP of that series, and allowed them to get a shot at the Cardinals. The most amazing story of the postseason in my eyes to this point, however, has been the Baltimore Orioles. Outscored for most of the season, they rode a 29-9 record in 1-run games, and a 16-2 record in extrainning games, to a most improbable 93-69 season. Their leadoff hitter is none other than former Pirate Nate McLouth, released by Pittsburgh in June after batting .140 with no power for the Bucs. Somehow, McLouth re-discovered his stroke in AAA

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Speaking of that Game 1 loss — I feel that game really determined the series, not just because the Yankees could not complete the comeback (which would have been very demoralizing to the Tigers, who led 4-0 entering the ninth inning), but because in the 12th inning New York lost Derek Jeter for the season with a broken ankle. Now, I’m no Yankee fan, but seeing Jeter go down really saddened me — in so many ways, he epitomizes the Yankees and in my mind he’s always played the game the right way — no showboating, no lollygagging, just a solid effort almost every day for 16 years. Without him, and with a rested Verlander ready to go in Game Three (and again in Game Seven if needed), the Yankees’ chances are slim indeed — and nonexistent if their big bats do not wake up. Robbie Cano has gone hitless in 27 straight at-bats, unthinkable for a hitter of his caliber, and the likes of Swisher, Granderson, and yes, A-Rod also have struggled badly. Yankee pitching has actually exceeded expectations, but after two games of each LCS, my prediction is that we will see a Tigers-Cardinals World Series.

CHAMP ALEXANDRA ELLIS, right, was the winner in the girls’ 14-and-under age group at the State College Elks Local Lodge Soccer Shoot, which was held recently. She is pictured with Local Lodge Soccer Shoot director David Wasson. Submitted photo

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Senior Celebration Penn State field hockey squad takes out Iowa on Senior Day UNIVERSITY PARK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Forward Ashtin Klinger got the Penn State field hockey team started in its Big Ten showdown against No. 11 Iowa on Sunday afternoon. Then senior Kelsey Amy and the Nittany Lion defense finished off the first-place Lady Hawkeyes in Penn Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rousing 5-1 victory on Senior Day at the Field Hockey Complex. Klinger scored early for Penn State, giving the Lions a 1-0 lead, and Amy followed with three consecutive goals â&#x20AC;&#x201D; her 17th, 18th, and 19th of the season â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that essentially took Iowa out of the match. The victory was the Nittany Lionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 12th of the season, against three losses, and moved them into a first-place tie in the Big Ten with a 3-1 conference record. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think we just worked really well as a team,â&#x20AC;? Amy said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been focusing on our possession passing and breaking out of the backfield and working up the field to our forwards to score. I think we did a great job of finding each other today, which is why we were successful. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We knew that it was definitely going to be an aggressive game. I think we went out there and were aggressive and kept our composure, and I think we played a great game.â&#x20AC;? Penn State dominated the match from the opening pass. By halftime, the Lions had a 14-2 advantage in shots and had six penalty corners to Iowaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s none.

Penn State was not able to score, though, until the ninth minute when Klinger took a pass in front from Amy and slammed it into the right corner of the Iowa net past goalie Kathleen McGraw. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kelsey just had a nice cross,â&#x20AC;? Klinger said about the first goal, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and, you know, they say that whatever you can get your stick on, try. So thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what I did. I swung my stick back and hoped for the best. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It helped with our momentum because our motto is when you go up, you get the ball deep. So we kept up with our perisistence and kept going, and kept going, so that they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even have a chance to breathe.â&#x20AC;? Four minutes later, Amy scored her 17th goal of the season on a pass at the top from Laura Gebhart after a penalty corner for a 2-0 Penn State lead. Less than one minute after that, Amy scored again, this time unassisted, when she broke through the Iowa defense unchecked and beat McGraw in the lower right corner of the goal. The goal was not only the 18th of the season for her, but it was also the 70th of her career at PSU. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Somebody fed me the most perfect ball ever,â&#x20AC;? Amy said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and I just ran down the field. I was thinking to myself, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t swing and miss.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? I was running so fast and it was in an awkward position so I was happy I just made contact with the ball and got into the goal.â&#x20AC;? The second half was more of

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ‘Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber’ returns By HARRY ZIMBLER For The Gazette

“Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street” returns to the stage at the Pavilion Theatre on campus in a re-creation of a highly praised staging by director Susan H. Schulman. Schulman directed the Broadway revival of this darkly comical musical play by Stephen Sondheim at the suggestion of Sondheim himself. “It has been quite wonderful to revisit this production with young students,” Schulman said. “Their instincts are visceral. This is an intimate production and there is something inspirational about working with a younger cast. “I recently sent a note to Stephen Sondheim to tell him that ‘I am in love (with Sweeney Todd) all over again.’” Schulman is very clear about what theater can accomplish. “It’s all about entertainment,” she began. “Audiences have to be emotionally attached.” The story of “Sweeney Todd” is centered on love and revenge as a barber slits the throats of those who have been responsible for the pain in his life. He has a partner who then bakes his ene-

mies into pies. “The story is told in an expressionistic way,” Schulman said. “It is dark and tragic and hilariously funny. It’s an emotional roller coaster. Huge emotions come together in this melodic love story.” The characters in the show may be misguided, but they are motivated by love. Schulman’s interpretation of the musical includes the belief that our past will follow us and will eventually catch up to us. “I think we all know that in our hearts. It resonates different things to different people. This is a great musical that has survived many different interpretations.” She has been very pleased that the student cast and design team are very much in tune with the show’s worldview. “This production has been beautifully designed by an undergraduate student. It is very environmental and puts the audience in the middle of things,” Schulman said. Schulman has been at Penn State for the past five years and serves as the head of the graduate directing program. At the same time, she has maintained an active and personally satisfying professional career.

“I am working (directing) all the time,” she said. Frequently back in New York City, Schulman is a Tony Award nominator and Tony voter. Schulman was nominated for a Tony Award for her direction of the “Sweeney Todd” revival. She finds the work very satisfying. “Yes. I love the process and I love seeing the effect that it has on an audience. I like, in some way, to enlighten and move an audience, get them to think about things. I get to invite them to enter the imaginary world with me. I have been doing this my whole life,” she said. Not every show is as rich and rewarding as “Sweeney Todd.” “Of course some are better than others,” Schulman explained. “Some have a life and for some, I have to find that life. If it doesn’t affect me, it’s not going to affect the audience.” The best part of directing, for Schulman, is sharing the experience with so many other artists. “Collaboration is a joy to me and musical theater is the most collaborative art. As Stephen Sondheim once said to me, ‘Reviews don’t tell you how much fun you had,’” Schulman said.

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DIRECTOR SUSAN H. Schulman chats with actors Emma Stratton, left, and Kevin Toniazzo-Naughton during rehearsal for the Penn State Centre Stage production of “Sweeney Todd.” The show runs through Nov. 2.

‘The Great Mountain’ hits the stage Nov. 4 From Gazette staff reports UNIVERSITY PARK — The Great Mountain, an adventure story in which three actors portray multiple characters, inspires, entertains and captures the imagination of children. The production from Toronto’s Red Sky Performance is on stage at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, in Penn State’s Eisenhower Auditorium. Tickets for the Center for the Performing Arts presentation are $15 for an adult, $8 for a University Park student and $15 for a person 18 and younger. Buy tickets online at www.cpa.psu.edu or by phone at (814) 863-0255. Outside the local calling area, dial 1-800-ARTS-TIX. Tickets are also available at four State College locations: Eisenhower Auditorium (weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.), Penn State Downtown Theatre Center (weekdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), HUB-Robeson Center Information Desk (weekdays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and Bryce Jordan

Center (weekdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.). A grant from the University Park Allocation Committee makes Penn State student prices possible. Red Sky Performance is Canada’s leading company of world indigenous productions in dance, theatre and music. In The Great Mountain, young Nuna hears things she doesn’t understand. Realizing Nuna has inherited the ability to hear the spirits of rushing rivers and soaring mountains, the girl’s grandmother entrusts her to a river boatman who guides her to where a glacier is melting and the spirit of a great mountain weeps. Does Nuna have the power to answer the mountain’s cry? Do young people recognize their capacity to address environmental issues? Inspired by the Northern Plains aboriginal story Jumping Mouse, Tracey Power’s play focuses on a girl who discovers the transformative power of nature and the importance of courage. “Directed by Alan Dilworth with a

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creative assist from Sandra Laronde, who also choreographed the show with Carlos Rivera, it proves to be a highly inventive staging as the threemember cast claims Jung-Hye Kim’s simple set — a small range of mountains behind a double stone circle — and makes it their own,” wrote a Toronto Sun reviewer. Audio description, which is especially helpful to patrons with sight loss, is available for the performance at no extra charge to ticket holders. Kids Connections, featuring childfriendly art and science activities that build on nature themes in The Great Mountain, is free for ticket holders and takes place in Eisenhower one hour before the performance. The activities are provided in partnership with the C. Barton McCann School of Art and Science-U at Penn State. A display of nature-themed books, provided by Schlow Centre Region Library, is also included. Due to space and time restrictions, Kids Connections participation is limited.

Christmas show scheduled From Gazette staff reports UNIVERSITY PARK — A Christmas with The Temptations and The Four Tops will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 7 at Penn State’s Bryce Jordan Center. Spend a night of classic Motown including a blend of Christmas songs with two of the legendary bands to step out of Detroit. Make a day of it in downtown State College for Christmas shopping and dining before the concert.

THE TEMPTATIONS For more than forty years, The Temptations have prospered, propelling popular music with a series of smash hits, and sold-out performances throughout the world. Thanks to their fine-tuned choreography, and even finer harmonies, The Temptations became one of the most successful acts to record for Motown Records. During the group’s five-decade career, these Grammy winners have charted numerous No. 1 hits.

THE FOUR TOPS The Four Tops teamed up in high school and spent more than four decades without a single personnel change to become one of Motown’s most consistent hit makers. Tickets are on sale now at the Bryce Jordan Center, Eisenhower Auditorium, Penn State Downtown Theatre, online at www.bjc.psu.edu or by calling (814) 865-5555.

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What is entertainment? Recently I was sitting in my room minding my own business, when a rather sizeable eruption of laughter caught my attention. I was coming from downstairs, and I’m usually one to just brush it off and go back to my life, but I just knew that this time I had to find out the source. What I “found” was that the television was on and showcasing a young girl who was rather strong in the face, running around calling herself “Honey Boo Boo.” I froze. What was this? I know what Gregory Henn is a a Honey Badger is freelance writer (thanks to the World who covers the Wide Web), but I had entertainment scene for The Centre never heard of a Honey Boo Boo. So I sat down, County Gazette. and for approximately the next five minutes, committed mental suicide. I spent the remainder of that night perplexed. How was this possible? How was such a person capable of being on television? Someone was literally paying this family to appear in front of a camera? And why are people watching? All of this pondering gave birth to the greater question: What happened to television? Is this the best America has to offer us in terms of entertainment? For one reason or another, we as humans have an obsession with the obscure and unusual. In the past, people used to pay money to go to the circus and look at “freaks.” The big draw typically involved a bearded lady, a 3-foot-tall man, or something with two heads. It didn’t matter what was “wrong” with them, the simple idea was that they were different and therefore, needing attention. Often the subjects were put on display to be studied or “understood.” But if understanding was out of reach, then they were merely laughed at. It’s incredibly easy to make fun of something you don’t understand. Nowadays that whole practice might seem cruel and inhu-

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man, but take one look at today’s TV fare and it becomes clear that not much has changed. Shows like “Jersey Shore,” “Keeping Up With The Kardashians,” and Honey Boo Boo are all innocently asking us to do one thing — look at the freaks. Only now it’s different because they are labeled “celebrities,” given hundreds of thousands of dollars, and becoming household names. (It actually bothers me that I know the names of the people from “Jersey Shore” and have never had to watch an episode.) But I have to wonder, what have they done to deserve their level of success? Do they possess some hidden talents? Are they making the world a better place? Or, as I suspect, is it just our modern way to connect us back to the freak show? It seems to me that it doesn’t take much these days to land someone on television. In fact, according to TLC alone, all you need is: more than 7 kids, to be a hoarder, coupon cutting skills, to be badly dressed, or better yet, some combination thereof. When I was growing up, TLC used to be known as “The Learning Channel,” and if that’s still the case, then all I’m actually learning is that America is full of desperate, attention-seeking people. But maybe that’s the point. Maybe, in a society where fame is gained and lost overnight, we are better off giving people the attention they so desperately want. Isn’t that the American dream? So why stop now? I say we can do better. Let’s not rest until every single family in America has their own show so we can sit back and watch them air their dirty laundry to the world that is just so desperately interested. Sound good? No? I didn’t think so. To this day, I have never sat down to watch another minute of Honey Boo Boo. I just can’t bring myself to do it. I don’t need to “get it” or try to understand it, because in some small way, I already do. I’m sure that she and her family will be remembered as having made a small impact in pop culture, and that’s fine. Good on them. And I hope they soak it up while they can, because it’s only a matter of time before their bubble bursts and they’re dropped for some new act. When it happens, I will gladly not pay attention.

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KILDARE’S IRISH PUB, 538 E. COLLEGE AVE., STATE COLLEGE (814) 272-0038 Thursday, Oct. 18 Jared Stillman from Table Ten, 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19 DJ Fox, 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20 DJ Fox, 10 p.m. OTTO’S PUB & BREWERY, 2286 N. ATHERTON ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 867-OTTO Thursday, Oct. 18 Acoustic Thursdays with 18 Strings, 9 to 11 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19 Miss Melanie and The Valley Rats, 9 to 11 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23 Trivia, 9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24 Scott Mangene, 8 to 10 p.m. THE PHYRST, 111 E. BEAVER AVE., STATE COLLEGE Thursday, Oct. 18 Jason & Dan, 8 p.m., Maxwell Strait, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, Oct. 19 Dom & the Fig, 8 to 10 p.m. Ted and the Hi-Fi’s, 10:30 pm to 2 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 20 My Zero Hero, 10:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21 2Twenty2, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Monday, Oct. 22 Open Mic Nite, 9 p.m. To midnight Low Jack Tuesday, Oct. 23 Table Ten, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24 The Nightcrawlers, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. THE RATHSKELLER, 108 S. PUGH ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-3858 Thursday, Oct. 18 Team trivia, 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19 Mr. Hand, 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20 Dave Joyce Band, 10:30 p.m. THE SALOON, 101 HEISTER ST., STATE COLLEGE, (814) 234-0845 Thursday, Oct. 18 My Hero Zero, 10:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19 John & Chad, 8 p.m. Velveeta, 10:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21 Lowjack, 10:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22 Smokin’ Karaoke, 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23 Shake Shake Shake, 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24 Hotdog Cart, 10:30 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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THURSDAY, OCT. 18 Class of 1960 Meeting — The Bald Eagle Area Class Of 1960 will meet for lunch at 11:30 a.m. at the Bestway Restaurant,1023 N. Eagle Valley Road, Howard. Call Barb (814) 466-6027. Gadgets — Learn how to use an eReaders, tablets, library eBooks and smartphones from noon-1 p.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Lunch Concert — Bach’s Lunch: Voice Area will be performed at 12:10 p.m. at the Eisenhower Chapel, Pasquerilla Spiritual Center, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255. Presentation — Research Penn State presents Research Unplugged with Jenni Evans, professor of meteorology, will present “Stormy Weather: Hurricanes, Monsoons and Global Climate Change” from 12:15-1:15 p.m. at Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Call (814) 237-6236. Drop in Gadget — A Drop in Gadget crash course is a one-on-one help for your e-readers, smartphones, tablets, digital cameras and other gadgets will be available from 1-2 p.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org Hooks and Needles — Bring your projects to share ideas and tips with others who knit from 1:30-2:30 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 storytime programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Preschool Storytime — Stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 will feature a transportation theme from 2-3 p.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. The theme is “Cats, Bats & Witches’ Hats.” Story-time 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 34:30 p.m. at Main Street, Rebersburg. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Lego Club — Build with Lego bricks from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Oktoberfest Dinner — The State College Knights of Columbus is holding an Oktoberfest dinner from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at 850 Stratford Drive, State College. The

menu includes roast pork with sauerkraut, kielbasa, hot dogs, whipped potatoes with gravy, corn, applesauce, tossed salad, rolls, butter, beverage and dessert. Take-outs available. 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 “Blockheads,” work your engineering skills with Legos, wooden blocks and more. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Teen Craft Night — Not your ordinary pumpkin carving geared toward ages 12-18 can learn how to turn a pumpkin into a work of art from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Pumpkins and other materials provided by the library. RSVP to reserve your space at (814) 364-2580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org Parents To Be — The H.E.I.R. will meet from 6:30-7:30 p.m. and 7:45-8:45 p.m. at Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. Call Dianne Barben at (814) 231-3132 or email dbarben@mountnittany.org. Call Dianne Barben at (814) 231-3132 or email dbarben@mountnittany.org Haunted House — Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology will hold the Third Annual Haunted House Events to benefit the State College Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services from 6:30-10 p.m. at the Centre County Public Safety Training Center, 391 N. Harrison Road, Pleasant Gap. The cost is a $5 donation. Pasta Fundraiser Deadline — The Altrusa International Inc. of Centre County is holding its annual pasta fundraiser to benefit State College Area School District Community Education’s Literacy Endowment. Orders are being taken for a Ravioli variety pack which includes 2 pounds of three-cheese ravioli, 1 pound of pizza ravioli and 1 pound of pumpkin ravioli all made by Fasta & Ravioli Co. The cost is $28 for each pack and the deadline to order is today. Ravioli can be picked up from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 at the Mount Nittany Middle School parking lot, 656 Brandywine Drive, State College. Call (814) 234-3333 to place an order.

FRIDAY, OCT. 19 Crafts — Children can decorate a tracing of their hand for School’s-Out Drop-in Craft and add the hand to the hand tree that will be in the children’s area from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Concert — Daughtry and 3 Doors Down will perform will special guest P.O.D. at 7:30 p.m. at the Bryce Jordan Center, 127 University Drive, State College. Tickets are available at Bryce Jordan Center, Eisenhower Auditorium, Penn State Downtown Theatre, online at www.bjc.psu.edu or ticketmaster.com, or by phone at (814) 8655555. Fall Festival — The Howard Volunteer Fire Company will hold a Fall Punkin’ Chunkin’ Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bald Eagle State Park, State Route 150,

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Howard. Punkin’ Chunkin’, hayrides, square dancing, craft vendors, sporting goods vendors, live bands, pie eating contest and children’s activities will be available. Call George Demchak at (814) 5718303. 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. Sale — The United Way will hold the Bill Coleman Fine Art Photography Archive Inventory Benefit Sales will be held from noon to 5 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express, 1925 Waddle Road, State College. Flu Clinic — Centre Home Care will hold flu clinic from 3:30-5 p.m. at The Oaks Assisted Living, 200 Rachel Drive, Pleasant Gap. Call (814) 237-7400. Chicken BBQ — The Ferguson Township Lion’s Club will hold a chicken barbecue from 4-6 p.m. at the club, 424 W. Pine Grove Road, Pine Grove Mills. Eat-in or take-out or curbside service will be available. Call (814) 238-6695. Haunted House — Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology will hold the Third Annual Haunted House Events to benefit the State College Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services from 6:30-11 p.m. at the Centre County Public Safety Training Center, 391 N. Harrison Road, Pleasant Gap. The cost is a $5 donation. Ghosts & Goblins — Lincoln Cavern’s will host the 29th Annual Ghosts & Goblins 2012 Haunted Cave and Trail from 6-10 p.m. at Lincoln Caverns, 7703 William Penn Highway, Huntingdon. For Ticket information, call (814) 643-0268 or visit www.lincolncaverns.com. Pumpkin Festival — A Lighted Jack-o’Lantern Viewing will be held from 6-10 p.m. on the Event Lawn, H.O. Smith Botanical Gardens, University Park. Roast Turkey Dinner — A roast turkey dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. at Faith United Church, 512 Hughes St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-7961. Haunted Corn Maze — Haunted Corn Maze will be held from dark to 10 p.m. at Wasson Farm Market, 2545 Shingletown Road State College. The cost is $5 for each person and is part of the senior project, in which the money collected will be donated to Geisinger Children Miracle Network. Call (814) 237-2339. Callanish Concert — Callanish will perform from 8-9:30 p.m. at the Green Drake Gallery, 101 W. Main St., Millheim. Call (814) 574-2088.

SATURDAY, OCT. 20 Fall Festival — Way Fruit Farm Fall Festival will be held at 9 a.m. at Way Fruit Farm, 2355 Halfmoon Valley Road, Port Matilda. Enjoy wagon ride to the pumpkin patch to pick pumpkins. Other events include an apple slingshot, crafters and a petting zoo. Food is provided by a local Lions Club and baked goods including apple dumplings are available. Ten percent of all the earnings will go to an orphanage in the Dominican Republic. Visit wayfruitfarm.com. Bazaar — The annual Fall Bazaar will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Emmanuel Union Church of Tusseyville, 120 Tusseyville Road, Centre Hall. Soups, baked goods, homemade items and crafts will be available. Lunch will be served. Call (814) 364-1726. Sale — The United Way will hold the Bill Coleman Fine Art Photography Archive Inventory Benefit Sales will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express, 1925 Waddle Road, State College. Buddy Walk — The Centre County Down Syndrome Society Fifth Annual Buddy Walk will be held with registration beginning at 10 a.m. and walk beginning at noon at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, 701 Porter Road, University Park. The walk was established to raise awareness and to celebrate the accomplishments of people with Down syndrome and the money raised from the walk supports a variety of efforts for support, education and advocacy. The registration fee is $10 for individuals and $20 for a family of four. Call (814) 360-0214. Open House — Pediatric Dental Care & Happy Valley Orthodontics will have a grand opening community event and open house from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their office, 1019 Ghaner Road, Port Matilda. Hot dogs, drinks, face painting, games and a bounce house will be available. Call (814) 238-7120.

Penny Carnival — Celebrate autumn with a Penny Carnival, where families are invited for games and activities for all ages. Local vendors will attend and food will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org Saturday STEM — A self-guided study of science concepts for the family to explore from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Pit Bull Awareness Days — Happy Paws, Happy Homes, Pit Bull Awareness Days will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at the gazebo/lawn area between Petco and Applebee, Colonnade Way, State College. Meet Pit Bull ambassadors and adoptable dogs. Educational activities, merchandise, games will be available. Meet Ike the Spike from 1-1:30 p.m. Fall Foliage Train Rides — Take a rain ride on a restored 1940s-era passenger train through Central Pennsylvania at 1 p.m. The train leaves from Train Station, Talleyrand Park, 222 W. High St., Bellefonte and travels to Tyrone with a stopover. The trip is 3 hours and 30 minutes. Call (757) 472-7656 or visit www.bellefontetrain. org. German Language Church Service — A protestant church service led by the Rev. Kevin Shock will be celebrated in the German language at 2 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 160 N. Main St., Pleasant Gap. There will be a reception featuring German style foods following the service. Email Doug at dmadenford@kcsd.us or call (814) 264-8021. Free Concert — Grace Lutheran Church, State College, and St. John’s, Lewistown, will present “Music of the Reformation: Then and Now,” at 2:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 205 S. Garner St., State College. A brass ensemble will be on the front porch at 2:10 p.m. Call Laurel Sanders (814) 238-2478. Performance — “Ferdinand the Bull Meets Mother Goose” featuring the music of Ravel and Bizet, are orchestra tales for children and adults performed by the Pennsylvania Centre Orchestra and the Enchantment Theatre of Philadelphia from 34:30 p.m. at Mount Nittany Middle School, 656 Brandywine Drive, State College. For tickets call (814) 234-8313 or visit CentreOrchesta.com. Pumpkin Festival — An open house will be held from 4-8 p.m. and a Lighted Jack-o’-Lantern Viewing will be held from 6-10 p.m. on the Event Lawn, H.O. Smith Botanical Gardens, University Park. Chicken and Waffle — An all-you-caneat chicken and waffle meal will be served at 5 p.m. at the Yarnell Community Building, Runville United Methodist Charge, 1216 Runville Road, Bellefonte. Call Karen Trimble at (814)-353-8380. Ghosts & Goblins — Lincoln Cavern’s will host the 29th Annual Ghosts & Goblins 2012 Haunted Cave and Trail from 6-10 p.m. at Lincoln Caverns, 7703 William Penn Highway, Huntingdon. For Ticket information, call (814) 643-0268 or visit www.lincolncaverns.com. Haunted House — Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology will hold the Third Annual Haunted House Events to benefit the State College Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services from 6:30-11 p.m. at the Centre County Public Safety Training Center, 391 N. Harrison Road, Pleasant Gap. The cost is a $5 donation. Haunted Corn Maze — Haunted Corn Maze will be held from sundown to 10 p.m. at Wasson Farm Market, 2545 Shingletown Road State College. The cost is $5 for each person and is part of the senior project, in which the money collected will be donated to Geisinger Children Miracle Network. Call (814) 237-2339

SUNDAY, OCT. 21 Fall Foliage Train Rides — Take a train ride on a restored 1940s-era passenger train through Central Pennsylvania. Train rides begin and end at the Train Station, Talleyrand Park, 222 W. High St., Bellefonte. The train times are 10 a.m. going to Pleasant Gap, a 1-hour trip; at noon to Lemont, an hour and a half trip; and at 2:30 p.m. to Sayer’s Dam and hour and a half trip. Call (757) 472-7656 or visit www.bellefontetrain.org.

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church is located behind Sheetz in Wingate, next to the elementary school. Meals cost $9 for adults, $6 for students and $3 for children 12 and younger. Call Jo Ann Sengle at (814) 355-2655 or the church at (814) 353-8870. Knit Wits â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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. Youth Springboard Diving â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre Region Parks and Recreation is offering Youth Springboard Diving from 6:10-7:40 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays starting Oct. 22 through Nov. 14 at the State College High School Natatorium, 653 Westerly Parkway, State College. Classes are designed for athletes, ages 7-18, with varying degrees of skill from beginners to those with competitive dive experience. Skills are taught from a one-meter springboard. The cost is $60 for residents and $90 for nonresidents. To register, visit www.crpr.org or call (814) 231-3071. Know Your Stats â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A free community education event about prostate health will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Galen and Nancy Dreibelbis Auditorium, Entrance D, Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. Call (814) 234-6727. Concert â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Chant Workshop by Anonymous 4 will be held at 7 p.m. at the University Baptist and Brethren Church, 411 S. Burrowes St., State College. Call (814) 8630255. Concert â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Percussion I and Mallet Ensemble will perform at 8 p.m. at the Esber Recital Hall, Music Building I, University Park. Call (814) 863-0255.

Sale â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The United Way will hold the Bill Coleman Fine Art Photography Archive Inventory Benefit Sales will be held from noon to 3 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express, 1925 Waddle Road, State College. Open House â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ingram Fuels will hold an open house from 1-3 p.m. in order to help those less fortunate stay warm this winter by collecting new blankets from the community and then distributing them to organizations who serve those in need. During the open house, free hot dogs, drinks and snacks will be provided, in addition to winning special gift cards and prizes by playing plinko. Ingram Fuels will fill 20-pound gas grill tanks for just $10 during the event. Blankets will be collected through Sunday, Nov. 4 at Ingram Fuelsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; headquarters, 4187 Nittany Valley Drive, Howard; at any Ingramâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Markets; at the YMCA in Bellefonte, State College and Lock Haven; and at the State College Salvation Army. Call Kendra at Ingram Fuels at (800) 626-0243 or visit ingram-fuels.com. Fall Food Series â&#x20AC;&#x201D; BeWell Associates and Schlow will present the Fall Food Series: Preserving Foods for Health from 2-3 p.m. in the Musser Room, Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Learn to preserve fruits and vegetables for your health, your bank account. Call (814) 237-6236. Bingo â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A Vera Bradley/Pandora Bingo to benefit the Mountain Top Area swimming pool will be held at 2 p.m. with doors opening at noon at the Queen of Arc Angels Parish Hall, 4th Street, Snow Shoe. Ticket Prices $20 for 20 regular games. Call (814) 762-4633. Vocal Workshop â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Join New York jazz vocalist and songwriter, Andrea Wolper, for a Sunday afternoon community sing from 2-4:30 p.m. at the Green Drake Gallery & Arts Center, 101 W. Main St., Millheim. For early bird reservations, email greendrakeart@gmail.com or call (814) 3492486. Fall Festival â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The fifth annual Harner Farm and the Terrace at Brookline Fall Festival will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at Harner Farm, 2191 W. Whitehall Road, State College. The event benefits the Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association. Call (814) 234-3141. Concert â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Senior Recital: Ryan Bulgarelli, euphonium, will be performed at 4 p.m. at the Esber Recital Hall, Music Building I, University Park. Call (814) 863-0255.

MONDAYS, OCT. 22 Bookmobile â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre County Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Bookmobile â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre County Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Preschool Storytime â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Picture book stories, puppet play and crafts for children will be available from 10:30-11 a.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. The theme is owls. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org Preschool Storytime â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 will feature a transportation theme from 10:30-11 a.m. at East Penns Valley Area Branch Library, 225 E. Main St., Millheim. The theme is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pumpkins.â&#x20AC;? Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 349-5328 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org Preschool Storytime â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Stories and crafts for children ages 3 to 6 are available from 10:30-11:15 a.m. at Centre County Library & Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Line Dancing â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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. Skype Class â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Learn about Skype from Stefanie from 12 p.m. at the Bellefonte Senior Center, 203 N. Spring St., Bellefonte. The program is an interactive way to video chat with your friends and relatives. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Bookmobile â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre County Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre County Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Marketplace and Auction â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The annual Marketplace and Silent Auction will be held from 4-8 p.m. at St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Methodist Church, 109 McAllister St., State College. The live auction begins at 6:15 p.m. A soup and sandwich supper will be served at 4:30 p.m. Call (814) 861-3342. Bookmobile â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre County Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Dinner â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Homemade ham potpie, soups, breads, salad and dessert will be served to benefit the Building Fund of the Bald Eagle Valley Community United Methodist Church from 5-7 p.m. at 111 Runville Road, Bellefonte. The

TUESDAY, OCT. 23 Seniors Hiking Group â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre County Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Children ages 3 and younger and an adult can participate in a musical rhyming adventure through the world of Mother Goose from 10:3011:30 a.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Story-time programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Gadgets â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Learn how to use an eReaders, tablets, library eBooks and smart phones from noon to 1 p.m. at East Penns Valley Area Branch Library, 225 E. Main St., Millheim. Call (814) 349-5328 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Bookmobile â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre County Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bookmobile will be located from 1:30-3:45 p.m. at Hallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Preschool Storytime â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Miss Kathleenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Favorites.â&#x20AC;? Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Bookmobile â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre County Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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. Call Kathie at (814) 625-2852 or email at kathieb1@comcast.net. Writers Social â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Nittany Valley Writers Network Writers Social will be held from 5-7 p.m. at The Autoport, 1405 S. Atherton St., State College. Ask for the Writers Table. Call (814) 231-0913. Diabetes Class â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Life with Diabetes,â&#x20AC;? a four-day education series that teaches how to live with and manage your diabetes from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. Call Amy Leffard at (814) 231-7095 or email at aleffard@mountnittany. org. Yoga Class â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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. Call Kathie at (814) 625-2852 or email at kathieb1@comcast.net. Line Dancing â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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.

PAGE 27 bile 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. Flu Clinic â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Centre Home Care will hold flu clinic from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Methodist Church, 109 McAlister St., State College. Call (814) 237-7400. Preschool Storytime â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Preschool Storytime â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 will feature a transportation theme from 10:3011:30 a.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. The theme is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Halloween Dress-up.â&#x20AC;? Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Bookmobile â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre County Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bookmobile will be located from 10:45-11:45 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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. Bookmobile â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre County Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Bookmobile â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre County Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; After-school educational science experiment and activities are available from 3-4 p.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org Dark in the Park â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Centre Region Parks and Recreation and Schlow Library will host the 18th Annual Dark in the Park from 7-8:30 p.m. at Sunset Park, North Atherton Street and Mitchell Avenue, State College. Visit www.crpr.org or call (814) 231-3071. Concert â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Guest Artist: Kate Wohlman, tuba will be performed at 8 p.m. at the Esber Recital Hall, Music Building I, University Park. Call (814) 863-0255.

ONGOING Historical Museum and PA Room â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 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. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Exhibit â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The October Special Show is â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Art of the Hameau Farm Art Retreat â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Growth & Symbioaiaâ&#x20AC;? painting by Beverly Klucher will be on display through Sunday, Oct. 28 in the Mezzanine Gallery, at the Green Drake Art Gallery, 101 W. Main St., Millheim. Gallery hours are noon8 p.m. Thursday, noon-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and noon-4 p.m. Sunday. Call (814) 349-2486 or visit www.greendrakeart.com. Blanket Drive â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ingram Fuels is helping those less fortunate stay warm this winter by collecting new blankets from the community and then distributing them to organizations who serve those in need. Blankets will be collected through Sunday, Nov. 4 at Ingram Fuelsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; headquarters, 4187 Nittany Valley Drive, Howard; at any Ingramâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Markets; at the YMCA in Bellefonte, State College and Lock Haven; and at the State College Salvation Army. Call Kendra at Ingram Fuels at (800) 626-0243 or visit ingramfuels.com. Clothing and Coat Giveaway â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Clean and gently worn clothing donations will be accepted until Nov. 1 at the New Hope Lutheran Church, 119 Cobblestone Court, Spring Mills. Clothing can be dropped off at the church at any time for the clothing and coat giveaway to be held Saturday Nov. 3. Call Jeanne at (814) 364-1245 for more information. Exhibit Opening â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kindred Spirits: Collecting Native American Artâ&#x20AC;? artwork by Amado Pena and Pueblo pottery by several native potters will be on display through Nov. 18 at the Bellefonte Arts Museum for Centre County, 133 N. Alleghany St., Bellefonte. Trip Registration â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Centre Region Parks and Recreation is sponsoring a Senior Center Motor Coach Trip to the Tanger Outlets, Lancaster from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1 with the bus departing from the Mt. Nittany Residence, 301 Rolling Ridge Drive. To register, visit www.crpr.org or call (814) 231-3076. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Compiled by Gazette staff

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At season’s midpoint, downtown economy strong By JOCELYN BRUMBAUGH StateCollege.com

STATE COLLEGE — Fall in Happy Valley has arrived and Penn State football’s 2012 season is halfway through, with only three games left to play in Beaver Stadium. In fact, autumn can be felt everywhere. The leaves on the trees are changing from summer’s green to autumn’s oranges, yellows and browns. The air has a chill to it. Midterms have started for Penn State students. Homecoming royalty has been crowned. Nearly three months ago, when Penn State was dealt its sanctions by the NCAA, many people wondered whether its reach would stretch past the players, coaches and staff and into the State College community. They lost scholarships, was fined $60 million, banned from postseason play for four years, and vacated wins from 19982011. Penn State merchandise sales — football merchandise in particular — was speculated to take a dramatic drop. Many expressed concern for businesses in downtown State College that rely on football season to stay open the rest of the year. John Lindo, manager at the Student

Bookstore, 330 E. College Ave., said sales don’t seem out of the ordinary. “I would say they’re normal,” he said. “I think this year will be fine.” Lindo said that the “next couple years” are what might show a decrease in revenue but said he wasn’t overly concerned. Joe Paterno merchandise has kept its popularity, too. “We do have people that come in and ask for it,” Lindo said. “It was a lot more popular when it was topical, but we do still sell it.” Betsey Howell, executive director of the Central Pennsylvania Convention & Visitor’s Bureau, said that most of the hotels in the area have been “on par” with previous years’ numbers and have been booked on weekends, whether it be for football games or events such as Homecoming and Parent’s Weekend. She said that there are still rooms available in many area hotels for the last two weekends of football season, but that’s “not unusual.” “It’s pretty normal because the last two games are over Thanksgiving and it’s late November when the weather is colder,” Howell said. Jill Shockey at Penn State’s University Relations said that the bookings at Penn

State’s two hotels, the Nittany Lion Inn and the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center, have maintained typical rates of reservations. “October was really strong,” she said. Shockey said hotels in the area experience a “soft” period over the winter months where fewer guests come to stay in State College. Weather, holidays and sporting events are just some of the factors that can affect sales and customer traffic, according to George Arnold, executive director of the State College Downtown Improvement District. He said that many businesses have experienced a rough time overall, because of the recession that started in 2008. Arnold said November’s presidential election is not only important but so influential because the candidate elected to office will have an impact on the economy – specifically on how much a business is taxed. Laura Sweeny, who works for Old State Clothing Co., 101 E. Beaver Ave., said special weekends, such as Homecoming, can often sway revenue. “Sales were a lot better over homecoming,” she said. “And the fact that we won the game didn’t hurt.”

Grab attention at trade shows Industry specific trade shows can be a great way to find new prospects and reach a large target audience. The key to having a successful show is planning and follow up. Over the years I have seen many companies pick the right trade shows to attend, and then do very little planning to make sure their products grab the attention of attendees. Instead of doing something unique to stand out, they simply show up with the standard Janet Chambers has company literature, a been a marketing plain non-descript consultant for more booth and then collect than 25 years. She is business cards without the president and qualifying the person owner of Beacon who hands them a Marketing Solucard. Here are some tions, Huntingdon. tips to get “more bang Email marketing from your bucks” at questions to: janet@callbeacon. trade shows: com. ■ Pick the right shows. Search for trade shows by asking your customers what shows they attend and why. If you are trying to broader your

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geographic footprint, talk to industry trade associations about what shows exist in these areas. Put together show goals that are realistic and specific, such as locating 20 new prospects, and getting a sale from 50 percent of them within 30 days. ■ Evaluate your show presence. Do you have a booth now? Does it need to be refurbished? How much booth space do you need compared to the competition and your show goals? If your budget is tight, consider renting a pop-up or table-top exhibit from an exhibit company. Exhibit graphics can be designed and purchased from most sign companies. Ask about options like vertical banners. Keep words on show booths to a minimum. Pull prospects into your space using appealing photos and catchy graphics. ■ Use a theme to create buzz about your company. Themes help pull all your graphics together and generate interest in your products or services. For instance, while designing a theme for Quad Products, a manufacturer of high-tech equipment for computer chip manufacturing, we created a baseball theme for the Comdex show in California. Since Quad was new to this show, we generated buzz by giving away baseball memorabilia in a daily drawing, handing our Cracker Jack boxes with our booth number, and using catchy baseball graphics and words to describe Quad prod-

ucts. The booth generated more leads than projected and garnered publicity in the show newspaper. ■ Pick handouts carefully. Most companies give away too much literature at shows! Qualify prospects by finding out exactly what they are interested in, and then mail the literature later. Use a contact form that asks a few qualifying questions to collect prospect information and staple business cards to the form. If you want immediate sales, offer a show special such as “Buy 2 for the Price of One” or 20 percent off at show only. Select give-away items that tie to your theme or have a long shelf life. ■ Promote your show presence. Place your booth number in ads, send a mailing to customers and prospects before the show, and use pre-show media specials to get your company on your prospects hit list. ■ Plan your follow-up strategy before the show. Follow-up letters or packets can often be prepared a head of time. Set up a time-table for follow-up on those precious leads while the prospect still remembers you. Continue to use your theme if possible. Trade shows can be a great way to reach a lot of prospects quickly. Just remember to take the time to plan ahead to make it successful.

Degleris appointed as bank director From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — Spyros Degleris, of State College, has been appointed by the board of directors as a member of the Kish Bank and Kish Bancorp boards. Degleris, 49, had previously retired as a fixed income investment manager. “We are very pleased to welcome Mr. Degleris to our Boards,” Kish Chairman, president and CEO William P. Hayes said. “Spyros enjoyed a remarkable career as an investment manager and brings us broad experience and expertise in the financial services industry. He is a tremendous resource for the corporation as Kish continues to meet the economic and regulatory challenges facing both our industry and the communities we serve.” Degleris, who moved to State College from Athens, Greece, at the age of 4, is a graduate of the State College Area High

School and the Pennsylvania State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in finance. He spent nearly 20 years in various investment management positions, most recently as execuSPYROS DEGLERIS tive director and portfolio manager at Rabobank Nederland, a global banking institution with assets of $800 billion. At Rabobank, Degleris managed over $9.5 billion in fixed income securities. Prior to working at Rabobank, Degleris was a fixed income trader at M&T Bank in New York City.

He represented the treasury division on the bank’s Asset Liability Committee. He also served as a member of M&T’s due diligence team, concentrating on investment securities portfolios of institutions that were prospective acquisitions, completing 22 separate mergers as M&T Bank grew from a $3 billion regional bank to a $45 billion bank with a national footprint in just 10 years. Degleris, an active supporter of the local community, serves as chairman of the board of Easter Seals of Central Pennsylvania. He also serves on the boards of the Bob Perks Cancer Fund and the Nittany Track and Field Club. As a member of the Kish boards, Degleris is an active supporter of the company through referrals of prospective customers and investors. He resides in State College with his wife, Astrid, and their two sons, Anthony and Evan.

OCTOBER 18-24, 2012

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 SEPT. 24-28, 2012 BELLEFONTE Isaac Brewer by sheriff to Saratoga Partners LP, 320 E. Bishop St., $76,501. Patricia G. Kepler to Robert I. Shoemaker and Kathy L. Shoemaker, Shoppe St., $35,000.

BENNER TOWNSHIP Jeffery Holden to Jeffery Holden and Todd M. Holden, 296 Paradise Road, $1. Curtis P. Swagler and Patricia J. Swagler to Jeffrey W. Lann, 223 Meadow Flower Circle, $350,000. Jeffery W. Lann to Dianna K. Rockey, 219 Edward Drive, $202,000. Amberleigh LP to Brian M. Deffenbaugh, Dorchester Lane, $184,900.

CENTRE HALL Darlene J. Wheeler and William J. Wheeler to Ryan E. Newman and Nicole B. Newman, Nicole B. Newman, 239 S. Pennsylvania Ave., $285,000.

COLLEGE TOWNSHIP Maurie C. Kelly and Bernd J. Haupt to Maurie C. Kelly and Bernd J. Haupt, 101 Norle St., $10. Lisa A. Reiter and Lisa A. Good to Lisa A. Reiter, 1238 Houserville Road, $1. Donald Asendorf and Elizabeth Asendorf to Donald C. Asendorf and Ashlie J. Asendorf, 690 Thompson St., $1. John C. Sharrar and Louise E. Sharrar to Andrew H. Bair and Elizabeth W. Bair, 149 Creekside Drive, $175,000.

FERGUSON TOWNSHIP 3211 Front Associates LLC to Austin J. Shanfelter and Pamela R. Shanfelter, 3221 Sheller Bend #825, $1. Edmond D. Pope and Cheryl I. Pope to Richard C. Henry and Jennifer R. Henry, 606 Berkshire Drive, $249,900. Scientific Systems Inc. to Scientific Systems Inc., 349 Science Park Road, $1. Nicholas D. Warcholak and Nicole M. Warcholak to Gaurang Parmar and Kavita Parmar, 101 Beagle Court, $266,500. Daum Family Revocable Trust and Alan Edward Daum trustee to Alan E. Daum, 309 Madison, $1. Pamela D. Evock and Michael R. Evock to Donald J. Dibert and Christopher J. Dibert, 4807 Whitehall Road, $238,000. S&A Homes, Inc., Thomas E. Songer by attorney, Robert E. Poole, Don E. Haubert by attorney and WPSH Associates to Tao Yang and Bo Wang, 1106 Foxpointe Drive, $101,000. Stephan C. Schuster and Nicola Elisabet Wittekindt to Stephan C. Schuster, 2616 Tall Cedar Circle, $82,881.

HALFMOON TOWNSHIP Justin J. Roberti by sheriff and Dina M. Roberti by sheriff to Federal National Mortgage Assoc., 94 Bethel Court, $10,014. Nancy P. Warner Estate and Cory M. Warner executor to Robert N. DeVoss and Jill A. Aller, 32 Fox Drive, $336,000. Michael W. Smith and Laurie W. Smith to Stephen A. Shala and Lynne D. Shala, 373 Shanelly Drive, $315,000.

MARION TOWNSHIP Jeffery L McKinley and Jennifer I. McKinley to Cody M. Smith, 2909 Jacksonville Road, $172,500

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MILES TOWNSHIP Guy H. Hoffman to Barry L. Kuppel and Sonja M. Kuppel, 137 Elk Creek Road, $80,000. Joseph Moodler and Joy Moodler to Stephen J. Althouse and Jody K. Althouse, 119 Rockville Road, $168,000.

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PHILIPSBURG BOROUGH Timothy B. Dunlap and Beth A. Dunlap to Thomas G. Whitehead, 606 Pauline St., $1. Thomas G. Whitehead to Thomas G. Whitehead, 606 Pauline St., $1. Timothy B. Dunlap and Beth A. Dunlap to Michele McCamley and Dennis McCamley, 706 Pauline St., $1. Michele McCamley and Dennis McCamley to Michele McCamley and Dennis McCamley, 706 Pauline St., $1. Timothy B. Dunlap and Beth A. Dunlap to Norman A. Stiver and Margaret T. Stiver, 307 Douglas St., $2,500. Norman A. Stiver and Margaret T. Stiver to Norman A. Stiver and Margaret T. Stiver, 307 Douglas St., $1. Timothy B. Dunlap and Beth A. Dunlap to Timothy B. Dunlap and Beth A. Dunlap, 708 Pauline St., $1. William C. Pritchard Jr. and Mary Kay Pritchard to Jason M. Morris and Jennifer L. Morris, 124 N. Front St., $79,900.

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SPRING TOWNSHIP David J. E. Hosterman, Linda L. Hosterman, Richard Rogers and Brenda Rogers to David J. E. Hosterman, Linda L. Hosterman, Richard Rogers and Brenda Rogers, $0. David J. E. Hosterman, Linda L. Hosterman, Richard Rogers and Brenda Rogers to David J. E. Hosterman, Linda L. Hosterman, Richard Rogers and Brenda Rogers, $0. William P. Watson and Linda K. Watson to Andrew F. Lengyel and Lori E. Lengyel, 164 Windy Lane, $245,000. Thelma E. Guiser by attorney to Shane Harold Martin, 148 Clemens Lane, $130,000.

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David D. Lingle and Brenda Lingle to Matthew M. Ammerman and Kylee L. Ammerman, 156 Archers Glen, $238,000. Harold W. Lucas and Nyna M. Lucas to Walker Township Fire Company, Hublersburg Road, $1. Steven C. Farr and Sandra J. Farr to Frank Banas Jr. and Adele C. Banas, 130 Franklin St., $250,000.

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Arthur B. Walk Jr. and Byron L. Walk to Donald A. Calcagni and Wendy C. Calcagni, 287 Wally Drive, $102,390. Philip Keith Maurer, Dale S. Maurer and Barbara E. Maurer to Philip k. Maurer, 1060 Rattlesnake Pike, $1.

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STATE COLLEGE BOROUGH PNL Penn Properties LP and PNL Newco GP LLC to Jorge E. Nouhra and Jane A. Nouhra, 1275 University Drive, $182,500. Mildred M. Dahmus to Robert R. Dahmus and James M. Dahmus, 720 Jackson St., $1. Frances E. Younkin, Frances B. Younkin Estate and Bruce A. Younkin executor to Jonathan A. Hayes, 820 McKee St., $259,000. Thomas H. Wright by agent and James A. Wright to Charles C. Warren and Serena M. Warren, 726 Edgewood Circle, $180,000. Donna A. Johnson by sheriff to Jaime Saona and Carolyn Saona, 820 W. Whitehill Road, $86,700. Steven L. Wills and Lesley R. Wills to Ezra J. Nanes and Mieke Haeck, 705 Sunset Road, $469,000. Michael F. Bradley, Katherine S. Bradley and Samuel Papkin to Howard L. Horowitz and Lynn C. Horowitz, 512 S. Garner St., $320,000. Carrie M. Durward and Peter D. Howe to Jana E. Rohrbach, 1148 S. Atherton St., $102,525.

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CARPENTER Wanted for subcontracting in State College Area, must have own tools, transportation and insurance. Pay based on experience, please forward resume to mjl0814@aol.com.

Front Desk Coordinator Large 5 BR home for rent great for PSU football games, PSU graduation, Sports Tournaments, and Central PA Arts Festival. Just 4 miles to Beaver Stadium/campus or 2 miles from the bus stop that will take you directly to Beaver Stadium on football game-day. Call 814-883-7016 for more details!

LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST Designer’s Denn Salon & Spa is seeking a full time Pennsylvania licensed Massage Therapist looking for a long term career opportunity. Applicant must posses a positive attitude and willingness to contribute toward a quality work environment. We offer competitive pay, benefits and advanced education. Please send resume to dharrison@ designersdenn.com To apply by mail or in person: Designer’s Denn Salon & Spa 212 E Calder Way State College, PA 16801

Designer’s Denn Salon & Spa is looking for a full time Front Desk Coordinator. The candidate should be friendly, warm, outgoing, responsible, computer savvy, fashionable, have no attitude and be able to juggle numerous tasks throughout the day. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: maintaining a high level of guest service, answering several phone lines, scheduling reservations, checking-in and checking-out guests, excellent communication skills, and be extremely detail-oriented. Please apply in person at 212 East Calder Way State College, PA 16801 Email resume to guestservices@ designersdenn.com or by calling (814) 234-3366.

TAXI DRIVERS! AA Taxi Inc is looking for experienced delivery/taxi drivers that are familiar with the Centre County region. Shifts available include weekends, nights, days, weekdays as well. If you currently work for another taxi or shuttle company and want to make great money, give us a call! 814-441-9342

P/T FRONT DESK Super 8, State College is looking for Part-Time front desk agents. Weekends and evenings are required. Hotel experience is preferred, but not required. Please apply within. 1663 South Atherton St. State College 16801

FURNITURE Grey Bedroom Suite, Desk, China Cabinet, End Tables Each item listed $95 814-355-9724

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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.

PIANO full keyboard, $1000. Story & Clark. Good cond. Moving/need to sell. Prev owned by church. Call & leave message. (814) 359-4202

CENTURY old house, torn down. For sale. Plank, flooring (some chestnut), beams, oil tank. Call (814) 349-8365

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FAMILY Santa collection. Incl. 5in memories of Santa collectibles, Thomas Kinkade Santa ornaments + Santa’s 12in -5ft. $2-$30. (814) 237-7853

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