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Travel agencies aniticpate impact of PSU sanctions By MARJORIE S. MILLER

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STATE COLLEGE — Two area travel agencies have voiced concern over how NCAA sanctions barring Penn State from bowl games will impact their business this winter. “It’s obviously a noticeable thing,” said Raymond McGill, owner of Nittany Travel. McGill said Penn State played well this season, and if bowl eligible would have attended a bowl this winter. He said Nittany Travel, which is based in Lock Haven but does business in State College, assists more than 250 people with charter flights for Penn State bowl games each year, primarily between December and January. “That certainty does impact (us),” McGill said. “When they do go to a bowl the interest is significant.” McGill said while Penn State bowl games are not something Nittany Travel “plans on” for success, when the school is eligible and qualified for a bowl, it “helps us maintain profitability in our business.” It’s not clear whether the absence of a bowl game will inspire people to make other travel arrangements instead, McGill said. Penn State fans are “loyal,” so it’s hard to say if these fans will choose other sports venues, a cruise or a vacation to compensate. Many of these fans don’t view the bowl game trips as vacations, McGill said. “They just look at it more as an event they just want to be a part of,” he said. McGill said Nittany Travel doesn’t rely solely on bowl game business, and not having one won’t take the company out of business, but it does hurt the revenue stream. “Some companies do live and die by this kind of

BELLEFONTE — Although there were no snowflakes flying through the air, that didn’t seem to matter much to those attending the 31st annual Bellefonte Victorian Christmas, which was held throughout downtown Bellefonte over the weekend. There were horse-drawn carriages and residents dressed like characters from Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” In front of the Centre County Courthouse, a line formed near the Santa House. During a break in the action, Santa Claus came out of his house to enjoy the spring-like temperatures, posing for photos with young and old alike. Several miles away, at the Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology in Pleasant Gap, hundreds of people came through the doors to check out the Festival of Trees, which featured dozens of trees decorated just about every way imaginable. There was a small admission charge. All proceeds went to the Centre County United Way. It was the first time the Festival of Trees was held at CPI. In previous years, it was held at Penn State’s Ag Arena. According to Tammy Gentzel, executive director of the Centre County United Way, the move from University Park to Pleasant Gap worked extremely well. “This is the first time we’ve been at CPI and they’ve been a great partner to us. Their students were a great CHRIS MORELLI/The Gazette help with the setup and the food sales. I think of the rea-

BRANCHING OUT: The Festival of Trees was held at CPI for the first time ever as a part of Bellefonte Victorian Christmas.

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History students at Bellefonte High Conklin proposes cook up food for thought — literally

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STATE COLLEGE — In response to state Auditor General Jack Wagner’s report on the Penn State Board of Trustees, state Rep. Scott Conklin, D-Centre, proposed sweeping legislation Tuesday that would reduce the number of board members by 10 and prohibit the university president from serving as a voting member of the board. Conklin said the purpose of the SCOTT CONKLIN bill, which comes in the wake of the Jerry Sandusky sex abuse case, is to increase accountability and transparency among

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BELLEFONTE — On Dec. 18 at Bellefonte Area High School, a unique history project will be presented — and residents of Centre County are invited to take part. Christopher Sigler’s ninth-grade American History students will be presenting their final projects — written and oral portions — to the high school and community. But this is different than most final projects. Students have been charged with creating a mock catering company and food based on an objective that will be distributed to those who attend their specific table. When “customers” come to the table, it will be the catering company’s job to win their vote by explaining how their catering company’s food best represents the historical objective/ time period depicted. Unique? You bet. “I wanted to create a project that allowed stu-

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Kody Baird Kody is a 2011 1 graduate of the Central PA Institute of Science and Technology and Penns Valley High School. While at CPI, Kody was an active member in the local chapter of SkillsUSA and finished 3rd in building maintenance custodial competition with students from 14 other schools. As a senior, he completed an internship under the direction of the head custodian. Following a 90-day probationary period, Kody was hired as a full-time custodian at CPI.

SHOP LOCAL: There are plenty of unique gifts for last-minute shoppers in Centre County. Staff members of the Gazette pick their favorite local gifts. Page 10

WINTER SPORTS: The Gazette takes a closer look at the upcoming season for Centre County’s high school wrestling and basketball squads. Page 15

SOLEMN CEREMONY: Centre County veterans converged on Boalsburg on Dec. 7 to remember Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor. Page 13

HOLIDAY TUNES: Two local musicians have released special holiday CDs, and each features classic Christmas songs as well as some originals. Page 24

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Magic, from page 1 sons it was so popular this year is the fact that we were able to partner with the Victorian Christmas,” Gentzel said. “The atmosphere is fantastic. It’s very cozy, very intimate.” The entire process of setting up the Festival of Trees began on Dec. 5. The trees were set up and decorated during a seven-hour span, according to Gentzel. The doors officially opened on Friday and the festival ran through Sunday afternoon. Last year, the event raised around $5,000. Gentzel had a similar goal this year, she said. The move from Penn State’s campus occurred because the university could no longer provide the space for free. “Penn State needed to start charging for the facilities. We just couldn’t afford the rental cost there. We were really lucky to get the opportunity to partner with CPI. They have have been fantastic. We’re really enjoying it here,” Gentzel said. Free shuttle buses brought people from downtown Bellefonte out to CPI. JoAnn Knupp and her husband, Dick, were dressed in Victorian garb as they entered CPI. “The Victorian Christmas is a great celebration,” said

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JoAnn. “We heard the (trees) were so nice, so we wanted to come and see them. We’d been around to the craft shows, we ate downtown … we just love Bellefonte.” That seemed to be the theme of the day. Stefanie Canich, of Milesburg, strolled through the Festival of Trees with her two young children. According to Canich, the Festival of Trees was the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. “I saw it online and thought it would be a fun thing for them to do. It wasn’t very long, so they didn’t get bored. It was just enough to keep them entertained. We love to do these sorts of things. It’s a good weekend activity,” Canich said. In addition to the trees, there were arts and crafts for sale. There was also food, drink and entertainment. The Nittany Dreamers Baton and Silk Corps performed “Let It Snow” for those attending the Festival of Trees. “We have close to 40 performers,” said Nittany Dreamers’ Terree Michel. “This is our first year for Festival of Trees. I was here last year and I thought it was a great community event. The money stays in Centre County. It benefits our area and I thought what a great way to promote our girls. It was good to get out, show our faces and offer our support.”

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History, from page 1 dents to educationally research a topic covered in their objectives for their American History I course and create a catering company that created a food to be distributed to the community all while having the students compete against one another for the communities’ business,” Sigler explained. “I felt this project would allow students to prove they understand their material by teaching it through food in a competitive nature.” The public is invited to attend the event, which is called Constitutional Catering in Community Competition. Doors open at 11 a.m.

If you go What: Constitutional Catering in Community Competition Where: Bellefonte Area High School When: 11 a.m., Dec. 18 Admission: Free, but those attending are asked to donate a canned good which will be donated to the local food bank. While there is no charge for admission, Sigler asks that those attending bring a non-perishable canned good, which will then be donated to the local food bank. Those attending will get to sample the food, of course. The students are excited to see their efforts come to life on Tuesday. “We’ve been working on it all year long,” said Julia Stone, a freshman at BAHS. “It’s been busy. There’s a lot of work going into it, but it’s fun. There’s going to be food … the whole school is going to get to come as well as the community. It’s a great assignment … you can get really creative with it.”

Conklin, from page 1 Penn State’s governing body. To do so, he said, Penn State must no longer be exempt from the state’s Right to Know Law. “This is a public university, and the public deserves full disclosure of how their tax dollars are being spent,” Conklin said

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In a day and age of PowerPoint presentations, Sigler said he liked the idea of using food to get the students engaged. “Food is something we all have in common. My hope is these students will learn to connect their research using food as that bridge. Hopefully, years down the road, someone who attended this event while at a dinner will ask another to pass a certain food dish … somehow, that food dish is associated with how German and Irish immigrants were two major groups that came to America in the 1800s and a conversation would ensue comparing it to present day issues revolving around immigrants coming to America for a better way of life,” Sigler said. A week prior to the event, Sigler’s students were hard at work making banners and signs for the event. It was truly a team effort: Some students rolled out the paper for banners while others measured and cut to make certain the signage has uniformity. On this day, everyone was involved. “It’s fun. We have work days in class, but you have to do the rest on your own. (Sigler) is also offering after school sessions. It’s definitely different than anything you’d normally do for a class project,” said Madeline Durn. According to fellow student Shelby Courts, it’s exciting to have the community so heavily involved. “I think it’s a good way to combine community with our in-class work. Hopefully, people will come and learn while having a good time,” Courts said. The timing couldn’t be better. The event will take place just before the students get a week off for Christmas break. The students really like the idea that those attending will bring a canned good for admission. According to Sigler, that was a no-brainer. “It’s simple … it’s the right thing to do before the holidays are here. There are many who are less fortunate. Sometimes we all get so caught up with what we are doing that we forget others and ways which we can help. This is just a simple way for our school to give back,” he said. The event is open to the community from 11 a.m. until

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BRIETTA RUTECKI and Emma Finley work on a banner during American History class at Bellefonte Area High School on Dec. 10. noon. After noon, everyone in the school is invited to take part. “It’s been a pretty fun project, very exciting,” said Hayden Dann. “I’m going to be excited to be in front of my peers so I can show them what I’ve been doing this year.” Sigler is excited to get everyone involved — faculty, students, staff and the community. St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bellefonte has donated tables to help the students set up their catering companies. According to Sigler, he’s ready for it to all come together. “I’m excited for my students. They are so young, and giving them a chance to create a business and present their food while teaching those who attend is a wonderful opportunity,” Sigler said. “They don’t realize it, but they are using an array of techniques — research, public speaking, business skills, creation and most importantly, giving back to the community — all in one project.”

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‘Toys For Tots’ makes final push By SAMI HULINGS For The Gazette

STATE COLLEGE — For more than 25 years, the Nittany Leatherneck Detachment, a community organization composed of active, retired and former Marines, has spread holiday cheer to those Centre County children in need through the Toys for Tots campaign. With more than 200 toy drop-off locations for the 2012 holiday season, retired Maj. Eugene L Weller, the local community coordinator for Centre County Toys for Tots, believes the community will once again provide more than 1,000 children with a magical holiday season. Since the Leathernecks began collection toys in 1987, thousands of needy children in the Centre Region have had their holidays brightened, as the Centre County Toys for Tots campaign has received tremendous community support. “One of the great things of this community has been the support for Toys for Tots and the support in general. I have not, in 15 years, told the public that we need to work harder, we need more, we are running short,” he said. “We’ve always been able to get the toys that we need.” While most donations consist of new, unwrapped toys, Weller said the non-profit organization is also able to accept monetary donations. Though checks must be processed through the Toys for Tots foundation, all donations made by Centre County residents stay in the area. Weller said his or-

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ganization uses the money to purchase toys for the age groups for which donations don’t meet the needs. He said in addition to asking the community for toy donations, the Toys for Tots campaign began asking for food donations five years ago in order to help the seven Centre County food banks provide holiday meals to needy families. Because the food banks provide the Toys for Tots program with information about needy children in the designated areas, Weller feels the partnership allows both organizations to help more of those in need. “I know I’ve heard it said before that the poor in our community seem to be hidden,” he said. “The food banks have then found that this is an important means for them to identify the families that need to be helped with all those other things. Toys for Tots brings them out of the woodwork so they are able to get the other help.” In collecting food and toys, Weller said, he and the other Toys for Tots volunteers hope to better the future of area children. “Children that may not get toys for the holidays, whether it’s for Christmas or Kwanza or Hanukkah or whatever, how do they feel? Are they second-class citizens? Do they lose hope and joy that most of us take for granted? What impact does that have on them as they grow up? So it (Toys for Tots) is seen as being really important from a societal standpoint to at least try to give them a little hope and joy,” he said. Donations for this year’s Toys for Tots campaign will be

accepted until Sunday, Dec. 16, as the donation boxes and barrels will be taken to the Penn Stater on Monday, Dec. 17 for wrapping. For more information about the Centre County Toys for Tots and to find a complete list of donation box locations, visit http://lemont-pa.toysfortots.org.

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Nativity sets from around the world go on display By SAMI HULINGS For The Gazette

STATE COLLEGE — To mark the Christmas holiday, more than 400 Nativity sets from around the world will be on display Thursday, Dec. 13, through Sunday, Dec. 16, at the Builder’s Association of Central Pennsylvania office. Presented by the GFWC State College Woman’s Club, the “One Starry Night in Bethlehem” exhibit will feature Nativity sets and other Nativity items owned by Nancy McGhee, of State College. Once held by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, the annual Nativity Exhibit included sets from numerous area residents. After the church stopped organizing the show a few years ago, the Woman’s Club chose to begin displaying a Nativity exhibit this year. Knowing McGhee’s dream to have a venue where she could display all her of Nativities at once, Nancy Taylor, chairman of the show, asked McGee to be the sole exhibitor at “One Starry Night in Bethlehem.” Among the hundreds displayed will be a vintage hand painted bronze paper mache set from Germany, MagicStik “Frosties” window and mirror Nativity decoration from 1952 and a vintage ivory porcelain set made in Italy. Taylor said for four days, each Nativity will be put on display in a special setting, honoring the specific design of

Travel, from page 1 program,” he said. McGill said he’s disappointed in the sanctions and how they affect people not involved in the Jerry Sandusky controversy. He said he’s proud of the football players and the way the Penn State athletic department has responded to the tragedy. The school did a “great job turning it around,” he said, and alumni and fans should be proud of that. Similarly, Centre for Travel Manager and Owner Kay Rogers said she believes a lack of bowl game will impact

the set. “We might have a slab of marble that we put one on or set one in sand or put something in a basket or in a candle holder,” Taylor said. “We just have a great number of different things that we can set some on.” In addition to the Nativity sets, a Christmas tree decorated with Nativity ornaments owned by McGhee will also be on display. As chairman, Taylor said she works to make sure everything for the exhibit gets done. She has been overseeing the planning, organizing and advertising, but Taylor said her real job begins when it is time to decorate for the exhibit. She said volunteers will hand starts from the ceiling the Sunday before the exhibit opens, due to the title of the event. When the display tables arrive on Monday, Taylor, McGhee and other volunteers will drape in black cloth, to which pieces of colored fabric will be added. Christmas tree lights will be added to offices and conference rooms where the Nativity sets will be displayed. Once it is time to set up the hundreds of Nativity sets, more volunteers will be on hand. “Nancy McGhee can’t do it all herself, so helpers from the Women’s Club will be there to help her unpack,” Taylor said. Taylor encourages members of the community to visit the exhibit as a way to experience the beauty of the exhibit,

as well as the true meaning of Christmas. “The idea is trying to bring Christ and the true meaning of Christmas back. It’s got so commercialized that people just forget about it, what the true meaning is,” she said. Admission to the exhibit is free, though members of the Women’s Club will be accepting donations for the charitable organization at the doors.

the agency as well as other businesses in the area, and in surrounding areas. “So that means we need to sell more travel to the clients that had been expecting a bowl,” she said. “We do have a very large mailing list and many of the people that we have done (business with) over the years are now calling for other trips such as cruises, tours and getaways to islands.” Rogers said Centre for Travel has been providing Penn State bowl tours since the 1970s, and it’s difficult to estimate how many thousands the agency has arranged over the years. “For example, when Penn State was in the Rose Bowl we took over 5,000 people and did our own charter planes,”

she said, adding that Centre for Travel has assisted with Fiesta Bowl, Sugar Bowl and Florida bowls travel. The economy, additionally, has played a large part in some recent numbers, Rogers said. Because clients have gone to so many bowls they tend to wait to see where Penn State will go, and then make a decision to attend a bowl game or just a regular away game. To save funds, they usually won’t do both, she said. “We try (to) find some interesting things to do with some of these games because people have already been to the same place over the years,” she said. “This year would have been a very nice bowl with our new coach, our great players and our wins.”

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MORE THAN 400 Nativity sets will be on display through Sunday at the Builder’s Association of Central Pennsylvania.

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Many made Lemont event very successful The Lemont Village Association held its fourth annual Christmas in Lemont in the Thompson Grain Elevator and Coal Sheds, also known as The Granary, in early December. Local products and arts and crafts were provided in the railroad building/coal sheds in a German-style “Weihnachtsmarkt” market with music, food and beverages, and good spirits. The LVA Board and Granary Committee would like to thank Chris and Penny Eifrig and family for organizing the event, and the following businesses and individuals who made it so successful: Café Lemont donated coffee and tea, and Otto’s Pub and Brewery supplied delicious Philipsburg-made bratwurst. Many volunteers helped, with special thanks to Michelle, Zianna, Zachiah, and Zarabeth Cook, Sue and Ron Smith, Cathy Cohan, Laura Macbea, Cody Goddard, Jackie Bonomo, Joel Hemmelstein, Jillian Eller and Natalia Meyers. Thank you to the many cake and cookies providers as well. We appreciate the wonderful vendors, who shared their local talents: Lindsay and Matthew Kowalski, Amanda Kunkel, Jay and Laura Young, Esther Del Rosso, Michelle Briggs, Paul Malinowski, Bob Altumura, Christine Stengal, Jodi Hebel, Kelly Green, Penny and Chris Eifrig. In addition, this year there were fourteen youth vendors with their own crafts: Sofia Micci; Katie Spearly; Abigail, Peter, and Charlotte Takac; Saede and Casie Eifrig; Ashleigh, Thomas, Jacob, and Bryant Stangel, Jacob, Sam, and Ben Krantweiss. Thank you to Alan and Kris Popovich and family for creating and hanging the giant wreath adorning the granary. Coverage in The Centre County Gazette and other media brought us many new visitors, helping us to raise almost $1000 to aid in the construction of handicapped restrooms for the granary property. Susan F. Smith chairman, Lemont Village Association

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Electronic interceptions pose threat WASHINGTON — In 1947, the Central Intelligence Agency was created to fill the vacuum left by the dissolution of the wartime Office of Strategic Services (OSS). But it was nearly thwarted by a major concern: that it would become an agent of domestic intrusion, to the detriment of all Americans. In other words, no one would be immune from its prying eyes. With the examples of Hitler’s Gestapo and Stalin’s secret police in front of them, members of Congress and their constituents were sensitive to the possible dangers Dan K. Thomasson of unintended is a columnist for c o n s e q u e n c e s. Scripps-Howard News Service. Their basic freedoms, they believed, were always at stake in governments that history had shown could turn despotic overnight, particularly with such a broad-based intelligence weapon. Among those fueling this argument were conservative factions, helped along by publishing giant Robert McCormick of the Chicago Tribune. His chief political writer in Washington was leaked a story from the White House suggesting a conspiracy to spy on Americans. President Harry Truman had political reasons for its circulation. He didn’t want the new CIA’s architect, former

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OSS chief and Roosevelt loyalist William (Wild Bill) Donovan, to be its first director. Washington law enforcement titan J. Edgar Hoover also was more than a bit uneasy about the new agency, seeing a threat to the future of his own FBI. The result was that the ultimate charter establishing this new superspy agency limited its activities to foreign intelligence operations. The FBI — with the automatic restraints of the Justice Department in which it resided — would be responsible for all domestic counterintelligence. There would be some necessary coordination between the agencies when the occasion arose. But that occurred less than expected because of a growing animosity between the two, fostered by the long-tenured Hoover. Ironically, Congress now faces another dilemma not unlike that one — whether to sanction the extension of warrantless electronic interceptions of emails and telephone calls of foreigners overseas. Some say these activities are absolutely necessary in the war on terrorism; others argue that they often encroach on legitimate conversations by Americans talking to foreign subjects. The House has approved the extension and the Senate must do so by the end of the year or the authority expires. The activity is sanctioned once a year by a special court under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. There is no arguing that under this blanket approach to approval, the intercepts already have invaded the privacy of countless citizens. A group of determined senators wants to know how many communications involving Americans have been collected.

They also want the government to obtain court approval before processing data gleaned from individual U.S. citizens. People are kidding themselves if they believe in the government’s ability to protect the interests of the rest of us while simply culling the seeds of destruction that led to countless attempts at terrorism, including Sept. 11, 2001. As an example of what can happen without proper restraints, an old friend cites the case of a man who’s stopped on a street corner by a stranger asking for a light. He supplies the light, passes a few pleasantries, and smiles and hands the stranger his matchbook before saying good day. Unbeknownst to the man, the stranger is under government surveillance; the next thing he knows, so is he — with every facet of his life being examined. No one wants the government’s hands tied in responding quickly to possible imminent national danger. But there are legitimate concerns, just as there were back in 1947, about how far we can encroach on privacy and other rights without probable cause. Those worries can’t be put aside simply by assurances from a government bureaucrat. Robert Litt, general counsel for the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, told reporters that the law is not a tool for spying on Americans. That may not be intended, but that’s not to say it hasn’t happened as hundreds of our fellow citizens have had their overseas conversations scooped up in what can only be described as a very dangerous exercise. Email: thomassondan@aol.com

After Sandy, forecasters weigh change By Scripps Howard News Service The weather-forecasting industry has been lit up for the better part of a month now debating whether lives were lost because hurricane warnings were not issued in the final days before Superstorm Sandy hit the Northeast. At issue was that the storm was transitioning into a “post-tropical cyclone” before it would make landfall, and the National Hurricane Center in Miami is supposed to issue warnings only for tropical weather. In fact, no hurricane warnings were ever issued for Sandy on the U.S. coast; tropical storm warnings accompanied the massive system’s progress up the seaboard as far as North Carolina, then ceased the morning of Monday, Oct. 29. But the NHC continued to put out written advisories and warning

graphics about “Hurricane Sandy” all that day and night. It repeatedly laid out the prospects for winds stronger than 74 miles an hour and deadly storm surge. At 5 p.m., the last hurricane bulletin warned: “Landfall expected early this evening accompanied by life-threatening storm surge and hurricane-force winds.” Other than the effects of the 900mile-wide storm being felt a few hours sooner and over some wider inland areas, the forecasts from days before matched remarkably with reality. By 11 p.m. “Post-Tropical Cyclone Sandy” — at least its center — was over New Jersey and the NHC turned forecasting over to the Weather Service’s flood-prediction center and local weather offices. Would people along the coast been any better prepared or more likely to evacuate if hurricane warn-

ings had been issued for Sandy, as they were for Hurricane Irene the year before? It’s hard to say just what motivates people to react: Past experience, family needs, economics and many other things besides warnings play a role. Perhaps some local officials might have been more aggressive about getting more people out of low-lying areas. The criticism, coming mostly from private forecasters, has prompted the Weather Service to consider using new, looser criteria for issuing warnings when hurricane-force conditions are expected in a particular area no matter whether the source is tropical cyclone or some other type of cyclone. At the same time, the Weather Service continues looking for ways to make all severe-weather warnings simpler and more relevant to the people who need to react to them.

Unless labeled as a Gazette editorial, all views on the Opinion page are those of the authors.

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DECEMBER 13-19, 2012

HEALTH & WELLNESS Researchers find new links What was that tape worn by the Olympians? between brain and pancreas From Gazette staff reports

Did you notice all sorts of bright colored tape marking the Olympic athletes? Kinesiology tape is certainly making its impression on society. Many people had never heard of it, let alone seen it, prior to the 2012 London Olympics. Now it is a buzz and everyone is finding out what a tremendous advantage it can be. At Nittany Valley Chiropractic Center, we use kinesiology taping on many of our patients Dr. Kelly L. Cook is a for a variety of ailgraduate of New ments. Though this York Chiropractic tape is most widely College. Her offices known as being used are located in State College and Centre by athletes, it is beneHall. ficial to everyone. Kinesiology tape is an elastic form of athletic tape that is applied directly to the region of pain. The tape can be used on any joint in the human body. It is a water resistant, breathable material that is worn for five to seven days. The product is made of a mixture of cotton and poly-acrylic adhesive that does not contain latex. The tape was created to mimic the elasticity and endurance of skin. One of the many reasons we love this tape as a chiropractic office is that it allows the body to perform natural movement patterns without constriction or restriction. The tape is applied to aid individuals and allow them to remain active during the

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healing process. It offers stability to a joint that may be weakened, eliminating irregular movement that would cause further damage. When the tape interacts with muscles, it not only offers them support but also has a neurological effect by improving the activation of the muscle. This activation of the muscle also improves circulation by helping to supply oxygen and nutrients at the most basic level while expediting the removal of waste matter. Helping the removal of waste will lead to decreased time in the inflammatory process. Diminishing the swelling and bruising will allow the body to move from the acute phase to the reparative stage in an injury. The improvement in overall circulation will also help to deter and alleviate muscle spasms that may occur in injured or fatigued muscles. Kinesiology taping is known for the pain relief that it almost immediately offers. The tape provides a lifting action on the skin that permits less pressure on the pain receptors that lie beneath the skin’s surface. Though the benefits of taping are numerous, another vantage point is that it is nonmedicinal. It has no medicine involved so you do not need to worry about overlapping medications and most importantly, you are able to avoid any unwanted side effects. The compilation of these benefits leads to an increase in performance for the patient. We have had great success using kinesiology tape with patients who suffer from sprains, strains, inflammation and circulation concerns. For more information, visit ww.nittanyvalleychiropractic.com.2

Hospitals sign non-binding letter to work together From Gazette staff reports LEWISTOWN — Geisinger Health System and Lewistown Hospital have announced that they have signed a nonbinding letter of intent to explore ways the organizations can work together to benefit health care in Lewistown and the surrounding area. “The health care environment not only here in the Juniata Valley, but throughout Pennsylvania and across the country continues to evolve,” said Lewistown Hospital President and Chief Executive Officer Kay A. Hamilton. “Lewistown Hospital is an integral part of the community, and it is our responsibility to take the appropriate steps and best position the organization to provide quality medical services to our patients well into the future.” With the signing of the letter of intent, Lewistown Hospital and Geisinger can now move into a due diligence process and explore the possibilities of working together in greater detail. This process could take several months.

“Geisinger is always open to exploring ways to improve the health and well-being of the people we serve and best meet the needs of the community,” said Geisinger President and Chief Executive Officer Glenn Steele, Jr. “We now have an opportunity to determine together how best to accomplish this goal for the people of the Lewistown area.” Lewistown Hospital and Geisinger already work together in a number of ways, including the hospitalist, tele-stroke, teleecho and eICU programs at the hospital. The multi-specialty Geisinger-Lewistown physician practice has served the community since 1983, and a second primary care practice is located in Juniata. Geisinger acquired Lewistown Cardiology Associates in October 2011 and Juniata Valley Gastroenterology Associates and Endoscopy Center in May 2012. “The signing of the letter of intent is an important and positive step forward in our efforts to not only keep our hospital open, but to explore enhancements to our clinical programs,” Hamilton said.

Safe sitter classes offered From Gazette staff reports LEWISTOWN — The Family Place at Lewistown Hospital will offer a safe sitter class for girls and boys ages 11 through 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 26, in Lewistown Hospital’s sixth floor classroom. The cost is $40 and includes a student manual and a backpack with babysitting supplies. The Safe Sitter program is a medically accurate instructional series, teaching young adolescents how to handle emergencies when caring for younger children. All medical information is taught by a professional and students get hands-on practice in basic lifesaving techniques, including CPR and choking for infant and child so they are prepared to act in an

emergency. Safe Sitter participants also receive helpful tips to make them more confident care givers. They learn safety and security precautions, such as what to do if a stranger comes to the door and when and how to call for help. They also receive information on child development and age-appropriate activities. To successfully complete the Safe Sitter program, the student must pass a practical and written test to show that they have mastered the key concepts and have the necessary skills to handle an emergency. For more information or to register, call (717) 242-7110 or visit www.lewistownhospital.org under classes and events — The Family Place.

HERSHEY — Selective targeting of the neurotransmitter, which differentially affects brain cells that control the two distinct functions of the pancreas, may allow for new medication therapies for conditions like diabetes, dyspepsia and gastroesophageal reflux, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers. “This study differs from what’s been reported previously about brain neurons that control the gastrointestinal tract,” said R. Alberto Travagli, professor, Department of Neural and Behavioral Sciences, and lead investigator. “It provides further support to the idea that separate nerve pathways regulate the diverse functions of organs along the upper gastrointestinal tract.” The pancreas has two functional parts: one that releases digestive enzymes, and one that releases hormones like insulin and glucagon. The vagus nerve, which originates in the brain, regulates both of these pancreatic functions. This nerve detects chemical and biological changes that occur along the gastrointestinal tract and interprets and integrates these signals before sending appropriate responses back to the organs. In the brain, these signals tell the nerves controlling each specific organ what the proper response is — for example, digestive processes and release of insulin — according to the signals detected in the GI tract. Neurotransmitters in the brain and in organs like the pancreas control the nerve networks that receive these signals. Neurotransmitters are chemicals released from nerves that allow nerves to communicate with each other as well as with organs of the body. One of these neurotransmitters is glutamate, which acts on specific proteins called receptors that are present on the nerve cells. There are different classes and types of receptors that glutamate can act upon; one major class of these receptors is metabotropic glutamate receptors. This class is further divided into three subgroups — I, II or III — depending on their location and function on the nerve cells. “The aim of this study was to investigate how these mGluRs are organized on nerve

synapses — the specialized structures that allow a signal to pass from one cell to another cell,” Travagli said. “The second aim of the study was to see whether pancreatic insulin and enzyme secretions are controlled by different types of vagal motoneurons — the cells of the nervous system that control motor functions of the pancreas through the vagus nerve.” Group II and III mGluRs are present in synapses that can either excite or inhibit the vagal nerve cells that send signals to the pancreas, and different outcomes can be seen depending on which group of mGluRs glutamate acts upon. When glutamate acts upon either group II or group III mGluR, insulin secretion is decreased. Pancreatic enzyme secretion is increased only by activation of group II mGluR by glutamate. “The data shows mGluRs on brainstem vagal nerve circuits that regulate pancreatic functions are organized in a very specific manner,” Travagli said. “This type of separation in their organization may allow for development of selective drugs that target very specific vagal neurocircuits in patients with such conditions as gastrointestinal reflux disorders, functional dyspepsia, gastroparesis and pancreatic exocrine or endocrine dysfunctions.” Researchers published results in a recent issue of The Journal of Physiology. Other researchers who participated in this study are Tanja Babic, Kirsteen N. Browning, Yasunori Kawaguchi and Xiaorui Tang from the Department of Neural and Behavioral Sciences. This research was funded through grants from National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health. Located on the campus of Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Penn State College of Medicine boasts a portfolio of more than $106 million in funded research. Projects range from the development of artificial organs and advanced diagnostics to groundbreaking cancer treatments and understanding the fundamental causes of disease. Enrolling its first students in 1967, the college of medicine has more than 1,600 students and trainees in medicine, nursing, the health professions and biomedical research on its campus.

Childbirth classes planned From Gazette staff reports LEWISTOWN — The Family Place at Lewistown Hospital is offering a two-day prepared childbirth class from 6:30 to 9 p.m on Jan. 4 and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 5. Classes will be held at Lewistown Hospital. The class covers topics including pregnancy issues, labor review, medications available during labor, breathing and re-

laxation techniques, and care of Mom and her newborn after delivery. This class is to be attended by both the mother-to-be and her labor partner. Registration is required and can be done by calling (717) 242-7110 or by registering online at www.lewistownhospital. org under classes and events — The Family Place. The class is offered at no cost for women planning to deliver at Lewistown Hospital.

Breastfeeding basics class set From Gazette staff reports LEWISTOWN — The Family Place at Lewistown Hospital is offering a breastfeeding basics class from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Jan. 7 at Lewistown Hospital. The class is geared toward the pregnant woman and her partner. Topics to be covered in the two-hour class include the nutritional benefits of breast feeding, such as the how to’s of get-

ting you and your baby started with breastfeeding and various position alternatives. There will also be time available to discuss any questions or concerns regarding breastfeeding. If you are currently enrolled in a prepared childbirth class at Lewistown Hospital, there is no fee. Registration is required and can be done by calling (717) 242-7110 or registering online at www.lewistownhospital.org under calendar or health education.

Support group meeting canceled From Gazette staff reports LEWISTOWN — FHA Center for Weight Management and Nutrition’s bariatric support group will not meet in December. Meetings will resume on from 6 to 7 p.m. on Jan. 17 at Lewistown Hospital in class-

room 4. The group meets every third Thursday of the month except for July and December. Sessions are moderated by Virginia M. Wray. For more information on the FHA Center for Weight Management and Nutrition, call (717) 242-7099 or log onto www.myfamilyhealthassociates.com.

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LHU honors local woman From Gazette staff reports LOCK HAVEN — Dr. Marianne Hazel was named the Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Teacher Educators 2012 Teacher Educator of the Year. The prestigious award is based on professional preparation, leadership, scholarship, service, community service and work experience in the preparation of pre-service professionals. Hazel knew in first grade that she was going to be a teacher and successfully climbed through the public education ranks serving in roles as district reading specialist, district Title I coordinator, administrator for two elementary buildings, and director of staff development and human resources. Continuing her education and earning education certificates, two masters degrees, and a doctorate degree, Hazel moved to higher education. At Lock Haven University, she has served as a student teacher supervisor, assistant director of student teaching, associate dean, interim dean and associate provost. Presently, she is an administrator at LHU and serves on a variety of committees, volunteers for a number of organizations, and is an associate editor for the Pennsylvania Teacher Educator Journal. She worked with the PA Department of Education on University program reviews and recently completed her term, representing the 14 Pennsylvania State System on Higher Education Universities, on the PAC-TE Board of Directors. Marianne is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hazel and resides in Bellefonte. Her nominators said: “She truly wants what is best for students and others ... Marianne is a solid example of what teacher education is all about. Her resume speaks for itself, but we think that the way in which you do things makes a difference.

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PENNSYLVANIA 4-H poultry delegation, front row, from left, Phillip J. Clauer, Madeline Martin, Kaitlin Rogers, Francine Joyce-Martin, Haley Giedroc, Hannah Park, Helga Tate and Sandy Haagen. Back row, from left, Greg Martin, Phillip R. Clauer, Alayni Caprio, Alissa Woomer, Cheryl Chuba, Laura Chuba and Jacob Haagen.

Pa. 4-H poultry delegation excels at national contest Submitted photo

MARIANNE HAZEL was recently selected as Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Teacher Educators 2012 Teacher Educator of the Year. She’s pictured with Dr. Jay Hertzog, PAC-TE president. Dr. Hazel has made such a difference in the lives of so many people, and she embodies the meaning of this award.”

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THE YOUNG SCHOLARS Charter School recently held a special luncheon about buying local, organic foods. From left, Stephanie Waidelic, Wegmans; Lee Rinehart, Dir of Education and Outreach, PA Certified Organic; Mark Maloney, Greenmoore Gardens CSA Farm; Carolyne Meehan, Friends and Farmers Cooperative; and Kathy and Ray Marshalek, Marshalek Fruit Farm.

Lunch focuses on organic produce and buying locally From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — Young Scholars of Central PA Charter School held an environmental lunch on Nov. 29 for about 90 attendees, including students, staff and parents. The program titled, “Why Buying Local and Organic Benefits You,” featured a panel of farmers, organic specialists and health and wellness speakers. Lee Rinehart, director of education and outreach at Pennsylvania Certified Organic, talked about the health benefits of eating organic produce, which is grown without applying pesticides to the plant or soil. Ray and Kathy Marshalek, of Marshalek Fruit Farm, talked about how buying locally grown fruit is better because the fruit can be picked when it is ripe, making it sweeter and better tasting. The students really enjoyed the hands on quiz presented by Mark Maloney of Greenmoore Gardens CSA Farm. Maloney and Carolyne Meehan handed out produce and asked students to identify each item. Students also discussed how trucks and

airplanes used in transporting fruits and vegetables from outside our region add to air pollution and use fuel. Many students indicated that they had gone to farmer’s markets with their parents in the past. Meehan showed the students how to find local farmer’s markets by going to the website www.centralpafarmers.com. Stephanie Waidelic from Wegmans helped the students learn about how to identify local produce by reading the labels on the display or item in the grocery store. The program was moderated by Dr. Rhonda BeLue, associate professor in the department of Health Policy and Administration at Penn State, and the mother of a YSCP student. The environmental lunch is an annual event at YSCP and the public is always invited. The program ties into the current science and health curriculum and utilized themes focused on nutrition, our local food supply and the environment. More information is available at www.yscp.org.

From Gazette staff reports LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Pennsylvania 4H poultry judging team swept the National Poultry Judging contest held as part of the 2012 National 4-H Poultry and Egg Conference, Nov. 14-15 at the Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center in Louisville. They were named overall team champions after placing first in the production hens division, the market poultry division, the market egg division out of 21 teams. Individual members placed first, second, third and ninth individually out of 86 contestants. Members of the overall champion team from Pennsylvania were Kaitlin Rogers, Howard; Alissa Woomer, Howard; Phillip R. Clauer, State College; and Alayni Caprio, Howard. Each team member received a trophy and a gold pin, and the team received the Dr. Charles Wabeck Memorial Award. Kaitlin Rogers was overall individual champion in the Poultry Judging contest with 1,430 out of a possible 1,500 points and received a plaque, a gold pin and a $250 cash price. The coach was Jacob Haagen of Howard. Rogers was first in the market egg division, third in production hens and reasons and fourth in market poultry. Woomer was second overall, fourth in market eggs and fifth in market poultry. Clauer was third overall, second in production hens and reasons, eighth in market eggs and tenth in market poultry. Caprio was ninth overall and third in market eggs. In the judging contest, participants are required to grade ready-to-cook chicken and turkey carcasses, place live production hens and give oral reasons explaining their placing, and grade market eggs. Other top ranking teams were Florida (second), Ohio (third), Missouri (fourth), Georgia (fifth), Arkansas (sixth), Maryland (seventh), Indiana (eighth), Virginia (ninth), and Louisiana (10th). Cheryl Chuba, Dauphin, took first place in the turkey barbecue and presentation contest, receiving a plaque, gold pin, $250 and the Robert Hogue Memorial Award. Coach was Laura Chuba. Madeline Martin, West Grove, was fifth in the chicken barbecue and presentation contest. Coach was Francine Joyce-Martin, West Grove. In the chicken and turkey barbecuing contests participants barbecued three chicken halves or two turkey fillets and gave an oral presentation on the corresponding poultry industry. Pennsylvania placed fifth in the Avian Bowl contest with members Haley Giedroc, Howard; Hannah Park, Snow Shoe; and Helga Tate, Port Matilda, coached by Sandy Haagen, Howard. This contest is a round robin tournament in which the contestants are required to answer questions regarding poultry science, poultry meat and egg production, and information about the poultry industries.

Also accompanying the group were Phillip J. Clauer, Penn State poultry specialist and Gregory Martin, Capital Region extension educator. Clauer helped train each delegate and the teams prior to attending the national contest. Pennsylvania has been participating in poultry judging just since 2007, and each of the five teams has placed in the top five, with three being first, one second and one fifth. A Pennsylvania 4-H’er has been high individual in three of the five years. This annual conference allows 4-Hers from all over the country to compete in educational events that help them learn to make and defend decisions, speak publicly, and gain poultry-related skills. Major support for the state contest and for travel to the national conference is provided by the PennAg Industries Poultry Council, a 4H endowment started by the PA poultry industry check-off program and a grant from United States Poultry and Egg Association. The United States Poultry and Egg Association is also a major supporter of the national conference. In addition to these events, the conference includes a poultry careers workshop, providing the 4-H’ers with information from poultry food industry. Personnel and participants are given pertinent information about career and educational opportunities in poultry industries. Speakers were Tracey McKinney who spoke about her job with Perdue Farms and Dr. Keith Bramwell who discussed career opportunities available in the poultry industry and how to pursue a college program that will give students diverse experiences in poultry to develop a successful career. At the 2012 National 4-H Poultry and Egg Conference, 154 senior 4-H’ers representing 25 states participated as teams or individuals in the various events. Twentyone teams and four independent individuals participated in the poultry judging contest and 11 teams competed in the avian bowl contest. Twelve individuals participated in the chicken barbecue contest and nine in the turkey barbecue contest. The conference was funded through contributions of goods, finances and services from many individuals, companies and commodity organizations. A total of 36 donors provided financial support for awards. The Pennsylvania program strives to provide leadership and training opportunities to 4-H leaders and members. We are always looking for 4-H’ers interested in participating in these contests in the future. For more information about how to compete for a spot on the national delegation, contact Phillip J. Clauer at (814) 8638960 or pclauer@psu.edu, or visit http://extension.psu.edu/4-h/projects/ poultry/contest-events.

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Centre County offers plenty of unique gifts box, coffee gift box and Creamery apparel. The final day to place an order for Christmas delivery is Dec. 18. For more information or to place an order, call the Creamery at (814) 865-7535. â&#x2013; Ottoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beer â&#x20AC;&#x201D; There are plenty of microbreweries in Pennsylvania, but Ottoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub and Brewery offers some of the finest suds in the commonwealth. For several years, those beers have been packaged to go. Beer is available to go in four-packs and six-packs. There are a plethora of varieties, too many to list here. If someone on your list is a fan of Ottoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, you may want to consider some unique beer mugs or bottle openers to accompany your gift. For more information, stop by Ottoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at 2225 N. Atherton St. in State College, call (814) 867-6886 or visit www.ottospubandbrewery.com. â&#x2013; Bryce Jordan Center Club Seats â&#x20AC;&#x201D; If you have a sports fan or music enthusiast on your Christmas list, you might want to stop by the Bryce Jordan Center before Christmas Eve. The club seats are special cushioned seats with cupholders that are sold as a package. When one purchases a club seat, they can be used for every event at the BJC, including menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball games and concerts. The club seats include VIP parking, in-seat concession service and access to pre-event, post-event and a halftime VIP room with complimentary snacks and drinks. A total of 48 seats were installed over the summer. There are still 10 available. For more information about the BJCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club Seats, visit www.bjc.psu.edu or call (814) 863-5500. â&#x2013; Mount Nittany Vineyard and Winery â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Great Lakes Wine Competition winners Tailgate Red and Nittany Mountain White are just two local favorites offered at Mount Nittany Vineyard and Winery. Located at 300 Houser Road in Centre Hall, the winery opened for business in July 1990. Some of the many wine choices include Autumn Nectar, Blueberry, Lion Country Blush, Merlot, Mountain Sunset, Pinot Grigio, Spiced Apple and Traminette. Custom labels are available. Tasting room hours are from 1:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; and from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Sunday. For

By MARJORIE S. MILLER and CHRIS MORELLI Centre County Gazette

STATE COLLEGE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the most wonderful time of the year. Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re giving a gift to someone in Happy Valley or across the country, there are plenty of gifts that are unique to Centre County. The Centre County Gazette looked far and wide to find the best gifts that Centre County has to offer. Here, in no particular order, are 10 gifts that you can only find in Centre County. â&#x2013; Grilled stickies â&#x20AC;&#x201D; While these are often duplicated â&#x20AC;&#x201D; not only in State College but in other restaurants throughout the commonwealth â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the original grilled sticky comes from The Diner, 126 W. College Ave. in State College. The stickies are sold in a box and can be easily grilled at home by following these simple directions: Spread about a half a teaspoon of butter on each â&#x20AC;&#x153;cutâ&#x20AC;? side of the sticky. Place in a preheated skillet over medium heat (275 degrees) and cook about two to three minutes on a side or until golden brown. Do not put "sticky" side down as it will burn the sugar. For more information about stickies, call The Diner at (814) 238-5590. â&#x2013; Village Eatinghouse salad dressings â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Village Eatinghouse in Pleasant Gap features its own line of homemade salad dressings. There is Sweet and Sour Italian, Marvelous Poppy Seed and Tart Cherry Poppy Seed. All of the dressings can also double as a marinade. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a Sweet and Sour Italian barbecue sauce as well as a Sweet and Sour Italian mustard. Clay and Melanie Phillips own The Village Eatinghouse, 105 S. Main St. in Pleasant Gap. For more information about their salad dressings, barbecue sauce, mustard and other products, call (814) 548-7380 or email villageeatinghouse@gmail.com. â&#x2013; Penn State Creamery Ice Cream â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Although youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find tubs of Penn State Creamery Ice Cream at different locations throughout Centre County, only the Creamery will ship the ice cream across the country. At www.estore.psu.edu, one will find half gallons of ice cream as well as a threegallon tub of the heavenly frozen confection. The Creamery also offers a cheese gift

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CLUB SEATS at the Bryce Jordan Center would make a great gift for the music or sports fan on your Christmas list. more information call (814) 466-6373. â&#x2013; Waffle Shop coffee â&#x20AC;&#x201D; With three locations in State College, The Waffle Shop is known for its wide variety of waffles and pancakes, such as Georgia pecan and banana nut. Although restaurant-made waffles donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t travel easily, Waffle Shop coffee is available for purchase at some of these locations, including the West College Avenue restaurant at the corner of Blue Course Drive. For more information call (814) 2351816. â&#x2013; Locally made honey, maple syrup or apple butter â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Visit Way Fruit Farm, Harner Farm, Tait Farm, or any other area farm for locally made products. Some stores also carry some of these items, such as Meyer Dairy and The Granary. Lost Hollow Honey and Macnealâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Maple Syrup can be purchased at Fasta & Ravioli Co. on 129 S. Fraser St. in State College. â&#x2013; Goot Essa cheese â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Goot Essa, which means â&#x20AC;&#x153;good foodâ&#x20AC;? in the Amish dialect, is a group of Plain Pennsylvania dairy farmers that formed in 2001. A wide variety of gift baskets are available. Some cheeses include Der Alpen Kase, Mountain Valley Sharp Cheddar, Savory Oregano Cheddar, Mountain Home Woodsmoked Cheddar, Mountain Meadow Mild Cheddar, Garden Pepper Jack and Der Vauden Swiss. To place an order call (800) 490-4387. Fasta & Ravioli Co., located on South Fraser Street, carries Goot Tessa products. â&#x2013; CafĂŠ Lemont ceramic mug â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Located in the quiet village of Lemont, CafĂŠ Lemont â&#x20AC;&#x153;aims to be an eclectic, community oriented, socially and environmentally conscious coffee house with a large tea se-

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Last-minute holiday shopping tips By SAMI HULINGS For The Gazette

With the holidays fast approaching, jobs, family duties and other errands make it hard for many to find the time to shop. Often, malls and other stores are filled with frantic shoppers just days before the holidays. If you will be last minute shopping for the holidays, follow these tips to make your quicker and much less hectic. 1. Stop waiting: With the holiday shopping time winding down, shoppers who continue to wait will have less of a chance of getting they gift they are after. If the deal hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happened yet, it probably wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, so get out there and start shopping! 2. Try to avoid traffic: Holidays mean traffic and lots of it. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s other last minute shoppers or out-of-town friends and family coming in to celebrate, the roads will be busy. Find a less traveled route to the mall and other stores to reduce the stress and anxiety related to traffic. Always remember to drive safely, especially during high traffic hours. 3. Call ahead of time: If you are shopping for a popular item, call stores and ask about their inventory before heading out. Because you are shopping last minute, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have time to stop at eight stores to purchase one single gift. Many stores can place things on hold, so ask for an item to be held to ensure it will still be there one you make it to the store. 4. Leave children and those you are shopping for at home: Children arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t able to spend hours on their feet while their parents shop for the holidays. Bringing children along may increase stress, as they many continuously ask to go home. It is next to impossible to buy gifts for children and other family members if they are with you, so take the time and spend the day shopping by yourself. 5. Make a list: Without a list, the craziness of shopping at the last minute may cause shoppers to forget something, possibly creating an even more frenzied last minute shopping trip. Save time by making a list. You will thank yourself later. 6. Stick to a budget: Just because you are shopping late doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean you should overspend. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t splurge on an expensive gift because you feel you have no other option. Look for deals on must-have purchases. Have several options on your list just in case some items might break the bank. Gifts are about the thought, not the cost. 7. Set a time limit: Because you are on a time crunch, give yourself a certain amount of time to spend in each store. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t waste time searching throughout the entire store. If you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find what you are looking for, move on. 8. Consider gift cards: If you waited until the last minute because you just arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sure what to buy someone, think about getting him or her a gift card to their favorite restaurant, coffee shop or store. Gift cards make last minute

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Art museum showcases local artists By KAREN DABNEY For The Gazette

BELLEFONTE — The Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County is celebrating the holidays with the fifth annual Holiday Show and Sale of original art by local artists. “This gives the artists a chance to show and sell at the gift season,” said Patricia House, executive director of the museum. “Art is a wonderful answer to the gifting questions. From novelty to major art work, it’s unique, lasting and evocative.” All of the artists are members of the museum’s artist registry. The holiday show gathers the art and crafts of more than 40 artists into one venue. Lovers of traditional art will enjoy farmland-themed works by Barbara Pennypacker, and Holly Fritchman’s delicately rendered botanical art and landscape paintings. Those who prefer a more contemporary style will appreciate the dramatic pastel and collage works by Ruth Kazaz and the geometric, semi-abstract cityscapes of Nancy Brassington. The public can view or purchase silk quilts by Sylvia Apple, wooden Shaker-style boxes by Steve Strouse, oils and pastels by Susan Nicholas Gephart, and marbled silk scarves by Diane

Maurer. Jim Mikkelsen’s one of a kind, sculptural wood bowls are made from burled root masses. Pottery, jewelry, cards, fine art, prints and ornaments will be available for purchase. The museum offers two additional exhibits during December. Watercolorist Perry Winkler is the featured artist in the Community Gallery. He paints beautifully rendered watercolors of landscapes, streetscapes, still lifes, animals and people. A highlight of the exhibit is Winkler’s painting of the historic Linn House, the current home of the Bellefonte Art Museum, as he imagined it looked 200 years ago. The Tea Room Gallery showcases the work of three local women artists during December: the colorful raku pottery of Linna Muschlitz, prints created with a variety of techniques by Marilyn McPheron, and iPad photo/ paintings of local scenes and artists by Mary Vollero. Museum T-shirts, ornaments and museum gift memberships will be on sale to provide funding for the exhibits and education programs of the all-volunteer museum. The T-shirts were designed by Boalsburg artist Harriet Rosenberg. The 2012 holiday ornaments

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THE BELLEFONTE ART Museum for Centre County’s annual Holiday Show and Sale features works by local artists. are decorated with a delicate landscape painting by Jennifer Shuey, a pastel artist and member of the Museum Artist Registry. The ornaments sell for $15 and include the name of the museum and the year.

The Bellefonte Art Museum was decorated for the holiday with traditional greens, magnolia leaves, gold balls and red ribbons by Gretchen Staff, a designer from State College. Located at 133 N. Allegheny

St., Bellefonte, the museum is open from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday and by appointment. Admission is free. For more information, call (814) 355-4280 or visit www. bellefontemuseum.org.

Fresh Life: Breakfast with the big guy PLEASANT GAP — A breakfast with Santa was held at the Pleasant Gap American Legion Post 867 on Dec. 8. While there were many activities connected with Bellefonte’s Victorian Christmas, including other breakfasts around the area, the turnout at this first-ever event for the legion was a success that brightened the spirits of the recipients as well as the post members and volunteers. Amy Debach-ConAmerican fer has a degree in Legion Post visual arts/photog867 has alraphy and training ways given as a wilderness to EMT and beekeeper. profits groups such She can be reached as the Boy at amosd14@ Scouts, indiyahoo.com vidual graduation scholarships, local baseball teams and special events hosted by local schools. As a veteran’s organization, it has also gone to cemeteries for special services, and supported the community in several other ways. This year, donations from American Legion

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Post 867 provided an Easter egg hunt in the spring and most recently, the Breakfast with Santa. An individual post member came up with the idea but because the event was a group effort by the club members of Post 867 including the OB, post members, ladies auxiliary, the Sons and social members, felt the post as a whole would prefer no individual gratification. They presented the idea at a monthly post meeting in order for it to be approved. The idea was voted on and supported unanimously by the post members present that evening. Soon after, a Breakfast with Santa volunteer committee was formed. The members thought it would be a great way to offer outreach for the community. Although other organizations have sponsored similar events, this event included particularly special gifts. The event featured a nocharge breakfast which included scrambled eggs, sausage links, French toast, cinnamon buns, toast, red velvet cupcakes, milk, orange juice and coffee. Each child was able to visit with Santa for as long as they wished and have their photo taken with him (developing of the photos are compliments of Northwest Savings Bank on North Atherton Street). They then received a wrapped gift from Mrs. Claus as well as a large gift bag that in-

cluded a warm blanket for each child and other small gifts. As interested individuals made reservations for the event, they were asked to leave the names and ages of the children they would be bringing. This would help the committee decide what type of gender and age-specific gifts to purchase for the event. The committee members and other volunteers spent weeks purchasing, separating, organizing, and wrapping the age appropriate gifts, as well as planning the basic menu which was sensitive to the needs of gluten free or lactose free individuals. Although the post set a limit of attendees and had a good idea of how many were to attend, they were unsure of how everything would come together until that day. Although a few aspects may be fine tuned for next year, from pre-planning to set up, cooking and serving, everything went smoothly. Members showed team camaraderie and worked wonderfully together to bring joy to so many individuals. A representative said, “There were a few things that happened during the breakfast that made the day even more special.” For instance, a family who had suffered a loss of possessions in a fire used the breakfast and wonderful gifts as one of their Christmas celebrations this year. As an added bonus to the indi-

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NOAH GRAY, 6, of Zion, sits with Santa and Mrs. Claus during Breakfast with Santa at the American Legion in Pleasant Gap. vidual gifts and gift bags, some children were the recipients of a new bike. The post asked each child upon entering the breakfast to fill out a raffle ticket to be entered into a drawing for a bicycle. There were 10 bikes given away to a boy and girl from five separate age groups. After the breakfast, Santa and Mrs. Claus, who also donated their time here as well as at other events, drew the names of the bicycle winners. A representative said that families, especially the parents, were so

excited about the bikes, that they came right back to the legion to pick them up. In closing, the representative said: “Everyone needs a little help, especially around the holidays. This is a great way to give to the community.” If you attended the breakfast and are interested in picking up the complimentary photo of your child with Santa, please stop by the Pleasant Gap Legion Post 867 from 2 to 4 p.m. on Dec. 16 or from 6 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 19.

PAWS to hold ‘Share the Love’ event on Dec. 15 From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — Homeless dogs and cats in Centre County need help this holiday season. Centre County PAWS and Stocker Subaru have joined forces with Subaru of America and the ASPCA for the annual “Share the Love” campaign, with the goal of raising awareness and donations to benefit local homeless animals.

Throughout the month of December, a Subaru will be ready and waiting at PAWS to be filled with donations — items needed include canned dog and cat food, Ziploc bags (all sizes), peanut butter, paper towels and hand sanitizer. Items can also be dropped off at Stocker Subaru during regular business hours. “The donations we receive from the ‘Share the Love’ campaign help PAWS provide the

necessary items to our adoptables until we find their forever homes. PAWS is also in need of foster homes, so we can welcome more animals into our care,” said Lisa Bahr, shelter supervisor at PAWS. There are plenty of animals ready for adoption. “This year, we’ve found forever homes for almost 500 cats and dogs. However, we currently have almost 200 cats on our waiting list,

along with dozens of dogs, so the need to help homeless animals in our area is great,” Bahr said. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Dec. 15, pet enthusiasts are invited to by Stocker Subaru, 701 Benner Pike in State College to meet some of PAWS’ adorable adoptables looking for forever families and foster homes. The event will include raffles, holiday items for sale, lots of food and fun. During the “Share the Love”

event, Subaru of America will donate $250 to the owner’s choice of five charities, including the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) for every new Subaru vehicle sold or leased from Nov. 21, 2012 through Jan. 2, 2013. Over the last four years, Subaru has donated nearly $20 million to charitable organizations through the “Share the Love” sales event.

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Boalsburg ceremony marks Pearl Harbor attack and some civilians of Pearl Harbor heroes, fighting bravely against the surprise attack, as over 2,400 of them became the first American casualties of World War II. Bloom noted that on Nov. 17, 1899, the Pearl Harbor base opened, with its purpose being for protection of the United States’ far Pacific territories, which had been won in the Spanish-American War. As Japanese imperialism advanced in the late 1930s, it was thought that the American territories of Guam or the Philippines might someday be a target of Japanese expansion. To thwart any attack, the American naval fleet was moved from southern California to the base at Pearl Harbor, which ironically made Pearl Harbor itself a target for the Japanese. Following Bloom’s speech, a 21-gun salute was fired, and bugler Dave Strouse played taps, saluting the fallen heroes of the Pearl Harbor attack. Museum educator Joe Horvath invited everyone into the Military Museum for a film about the Pearl Harbor attack. The film featured archival footage and interviews with survivors of the attack. Several of them said that they first thought the attack was some kind of drill being staged by the American military. There was confusion about the markings on the Japanese planes, which featured a solid red circle on their fuselage sides. Ac-

By SAM STITZER pennsvalley@centrecountygazette.com

BOALSBURG — On the chilly, damp afternoon of Dec. 7, a group of about 45 people, a color guard of retired U.S. Marines and an honor guard from American Legion Post No. 245 gathered on the grounds of the Pennsylvania Military Museum in Boalsburg to commemorate the 71st anniversary of the Japanese Imperial Navy’s attack on the American Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on Dec. 7, 1941. In the background was the monument composed of two of the “big guns” of the battleship USS Pennsylvania, which was docked in Pearl Harbor and took a direct hit from a bomb in the attack. In spite of its damage, the Pennsylvania is reported to be the first ship to return fire on the Japanese planes that day. The guest speaker for the ceremony was James Bloom, a retired U.S. Navy captain. In his speech, he said that at 7:55 a.m., Hawaii time, “A special group of Americans was about to experience something no soldier, sailor, airman, guardsman or Marine wishes to experience, no matter how brave.” The men were going about their business as usual that morning when, in Bloom’s words, “Without warning, they were plunged into the opening battle of a bloody and horrible conflict.” He called the soldiers, sailors

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BUGLER DAVE STROUSE plays taps while an honor guard from American Legion Post No. 245 stands at attention under the guns of the USS Pennsylvania. cording to Horvath, a solid red circle is also the U.S naval flag symbol for the number zero, and this was how the Japanese Mitsubishi A6M fighter planes became known as Zeroes.

One sailor in the film told how the Japanese planes flew down to as low as about 25 feet above the water to drop torpedoes. When one plane pulled up over the deck of his ship, it was low

enough for the sailor to make eye contact with the Japanese pilot. “He was smiling at me, and I could see that one of his teeth was gold,” said the sailor. “I had dreams about that for 50 years.”

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THE STATE COLLEGE Elks Exalted Ruler David Wasson, right, recently announced the appointment of Michael Packard as the new inner guard for lodge year 2012-2013.

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AROUND 80 senior citizens enjoyed a Thanksgiving meal, which was prepared by the Bellefonte Elks.

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PSU professor to speak at meeting From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The Central PA Civil War Round Table and the Centre County Historical Society will hold a joint meeting at 7 p.m. on Dec. 18 at the Centre Furnace Mansion in State College. Anthony Kaye will speak on “Nat Turner’s God: The Making of a Slave Rebellion in Southhampton, Vir-

ginia.” Kaye is an associate professor of history at Penn State. He received a 2009 fellowship from the National Endowment for the Humanities for a book he wrote about Nat Turner’s North Carolina slavery rebellion in 1831. The book, “Alarm in the Neighborhood,” focuses on the neighborhood’s role in the rebellion. The Centre Furnace Mansion is lo-

cated at 1001 E. College Ave. in State College. Anyone interested in the Civil War or joining the Central PA Civil War Round Table or the Centre County Historical Society is invited to attend. For more information, contact Central PA CWRT president Lynn Herman at (814) 861-0770 or Mary Sorenson at the Centre Furnace Mansion at (814) 234-4779.

PAWS ADOPT-A-PET Joy, a young black and white female, is on a mission to find her future forever family before PAWS closes for the holidays on Dec. 19. Brought to PAWS after her previous owner suddenly passed away, Joy gave birth to a litter of kittens last Christmas. Joy still acts like a kitten at times, especially when she gets to play with a laser pointer. With her preference being a quiet- to medium-activity level home, Joy would do well in a home with older or no children. She gets along with most cats, but has not had much exposure to dogs. If you would like to “Share the Love” with Joy this holiday season and adopt her, please stop by PAWS, 1401 Trout Road in State College or read more about her at http://www.centrecountypaws.org/cats/. Joy’s adoption fee has already been graciously paid for by her guardian angel.

BELLEFONTE — On Nov. 15, Bellefonte Elks Lodge No. 1094 volunteers served a Thanksgiving turkey dinner with all the trimmings, including apple and pumpkin pie, to approximately 80 area senior citizens. The meal was prepared by Terry Chandler. He was assisted in the kitchen by Joe Pochyba, PER Rick Zerby, lecturing knight Chad Wegner, Greg Thal and PER Dick Mulfinger. Leading knight John Rockey was in charge of the project. Chairpersons for the event were Linda Nau and Pudge Smith. Bellefonte Elks volunteers who served the meal were: Cheryl Watkins, Eleanor Solt, Mick and Pat Lose, Sam Markle, Ron Chubb, Arnie Barger, Jack Miller, Donna Eckley, Susan Oswalt, Linda Nau, Pudge Smith, Helen Williams, Tammy Thal, leading knight John Rockey, Gwen Rockey, loyal knight Nina King, tiler Richard Steele and exalted ruler Denise Zelznick. Barry Monsell gave the blessing before the meal. Leading Knight John Rockey and Pudge Smith acted as Masters of Ceremony. Norma Markle played the organ during the meal and led a sing-along by those attending. Door prizes were won by Shirley Wells, Judy Owens, Joe Pletcher, Rose Stokes, Janie Davidson and Charles Shen. Donations from the group of seniors to the Bellefonte Elks charities totaled $195.

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CATA collects food From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The Centre Area Transportation Authority, in partnership with the State College and other local Food Banks, sponsored a “Food For Fare” canned food drive on Dec. 5 and 6. Many riders participated by donating a canned (or other non-perishable) food item in lieu of their fare, when they boarded the bus. CATA is pleased to announce that, as the result of the event, 803 pounds of non-perishable food were donated to the local food banks for their food distribution activities this holiday season. For additional information on the Food For Fare event, or for more information about any of CATA’s transportation services, call (814) 238-CATA (2282) or visit the CATA website at www.catabus.com.

Benefit cookbook on sale From Gazette staff reports

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RUNNERS AND walkers prepared near the start line on a chilly morning for the Run for Shelter 5K. The event raised nearly $13,000 for the Centre House.

Run raises nearly $13,000 From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — Housing Transitions’ first-ever Run for Shelter 5K, presented by Northwest Savings Bank, raised over $12,800 for the Centre House homeless shelter and had 260 participants. The event, which was kicked off by State College Mayor Elizabeth Goreham, marked the beginning of National Hunger and Homelessness

Awareness Week. Since 1984, Housing Transitions has addressed both issues in the community. From the Centre House homeless shelter to their first-time home buyers program, Housing Transitions has worked to improve the quality of life in Centre County by helping people become more selfsufficient. Numerous local businesses sponsored the event.

In Loving Memory In Loving Memory of my beloved brother Gregory Allen Hendershot who left us far too soon on November 4, 2012. He will be missed and was very much loved. He will be in my thoughts and heart forever. May God keep him and protect him until we are reunited again in heaven. His loving sister, Brigette R. Cousins

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Many community groups sent volunteers to help make the race a success, including Sigma Tau Gamma, Engineering Projects in Community Service, State College Junior Woman’s Club, State College Young Professionals, DECA (the State College Area High School marketing club), Northwest Savings Bank and Omega Phi Alpha. There was also a performance by The Project, a local band.

Free Christmas dinner set From Gazette staff reports

STATE COLLEGE — If you live in Centre County, chances are that you know the story of Sammy Boob. Back in 2009, Boob was murdered and left behind his four children. Boob loved to cook, so it was only a matter of time before his co-workers, family and friends put together a cookbook to honor his memory. The cookbook, titled “Delectable Delights from the Dump,” is currently available for $10 at the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority. Employees of the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority have donated all printing costs, so that 100 percent of the proceeds from the cookbook sales will go into the Trust Funds for Sammy’s four children. The cookbook is a wonderful Christmas present. It is filled with recipes submitted from Boob’s family, as well as from residents across Centre County. To purchase a cookbook, call (814) 238-7005 or email wasted5@uplink.net.

Civil War group to meet From Gazette staff reports STATE COLLEGE — The 148th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment Company C, Civil War Reenactment Group, will hold its December meeting at 7 p.m. on Dec. 13, at Hoss’s Steak and Seafood Restaurant in State College. The group has over 80 active members and is always looking to recruit new members. Anyone who is interested in learning more about the Civil War or Civil War reenacting is encouraged to attend. For more information, contact President Lynn Herman at (814) 861-0770 or Capt. Dave Felice at (814) 360-2626.

Pool passes now available From Gazette staff reports

WINGATE — A free Christmas dinner will be served by the Bald Eagle Valley Community United Methodist Church from 2 to 4 p.m. on Dec. 25 in the Fellowship Hall. The church is located at 111 Runville Road, directly behind Sheetz and beside the Wingate Elementary School. Free deliveries are available to shut-ins and others unable to make it to the church. For more information or to order a meal, call Judy Dyke at (814) 355-2647 or the church office at (814) 353-8870 before Dec. 23.

STATE COLLEGE — Centre Region Parks and Recreation has announced its season pool passes are on sale now. The new Active Guide pass, which includes access to a wide variety of programs for youth and adults, will be available beginning Dec. 16. Passes, as well as gift certificates, are available at CRPR offices. For more information visit www.crpr.org or call (814) 231-3071.

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State High hopes to continue winning ways By SAMI HULINGS For The Gazette

STATE COLLEGE — A closer look at the 2012-13 State College Area High School boys’ basketball team: Coach — Drew Frank 2011 Record — 18-5 Returning letter winners — Connor Shadle, Kyle Kanaskie, Jason Costa, Bryan Sekunda and Connor Nodell Strengths — As head coach for State College Area High School boys’ basketball team for 17 years, Frank believes that understanding how the game is played is among the greatest strengths a basketball team can have. “We have a very high basketball IQ. The guys really understand how I want the game to be played. In addition to that, we have a really high skill level,” he said.

Concerns — “I think our biggest concerns are things that are outside of our control. Size and athleticism are the two biggest concerns I have, but the guys have no control over that,” Frank said. “But they have work very hard to try to minimize that through their skills. It is really their skill level at work.” Season outlook — Frank said he doesn’t like to focus on the outcome of an entire season because he and his team have no control over the outcome. “All we have control over is our effort level and our focus. Let’s go out and execute the things that we worked on. I expect our guys to do that. I think if they do that, I think in spite of size and Godgiven athleticism, I expect that our guys are going to be successful,” he said. Early season — Both Frank and the team are looking forward

to the start of the season as a way to put the pieces of a successful team together. “You’ve just got to figure things out. I think are guys will be patient with that. They understand that also, so at the beginning of the season, we are looking for ‘let’s see where we are.’ We get a very early read. We have a very challenging schedule right up front, so the guys will get a read on where we are,” he said. “I think they understand also you have to learn how as a team to compete and how to beat quality teams.” Frank said the team’s tipoff tournament and their first two games against Central Dauphin and Central Dauphin East will help to show the team what they are made of. Circle these dates — At Carlisle (12/17), Chambersburg (12/19), at Altoona (1/9), Altoona (1/30), Williamsport (2/5).

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THE STATE COLLEGE Area High School boys’ basketball team returns five letter winners for the 2012-13 season. Front row, from left, Connor Shadle and Kyle Kanaskie. Back row, Jason Costa, Bryan Sekunda and Connor Nodell.

Underclassmen hold key for Red Raiders By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

BELLEFONTE — A closer look at the 2012-13 Bellefonte Area High School boys’ basketball team: Coach — Darin Hazel 2011 Record — 7-15 Returning Letter Winners — Evan Wian (junior), Tanner Light (senior), Nick Leiter (junior), Mike Jabco (sophomore), Andrew Stover (junior), Dylan Moerschbacher (junior), NuNu Buey (sophomore). Strengths — Hazel believes that the play of his guards will be one of the strengths of this team. “We have a lot of guards returning and a lot of quick guards,” he said. “The first couple games we’ll have guys in and out of the lineup, because of injuries and whatnot, but you have to play through those things. It will give other people an opportunity to step up. We’re expecting that by

January we’ll have everybody ready to go with a full roster. “We’ll want to try to get the ball up the floor. Our athleticism is one of our strengths, and we want to get easy shots and work off of our defense.” Concerns — One of the major things Hazel is concerned about is that the team is young and not very experienced. “It’s just that we haven’t played a whole lot of basketball other than in the season,” he said. “It’s tough because you can only do so much during the season to get them better and we haven’t seen a ton of the kids in the off-season. We are dealing more with athletes than basketball players, and we have to use our athletic ability to get out in the open floor.” Outlook — The Red Raiders are young and looking to improve on last season’s seven wins and are hoping that their effort and defense can produce wins. “Until they buy into what we’re selling,

you never know,” Hazel said. “Our job as coaches is to try to get on them as much as possible about playing hard. And I think that if we play hard, we’ll be alright. We said that if you play hard, if your loud, if you talk, you can win four or five extra games a year just by doing those things. “If you go out there and have that attitude about yourself, a kind of cockiness, but you have to go out and do it. Whoever plays hardest is going to win. It’s matter of playing the kind of defense that we want to play and not give up shots in the paint. That’s the thing that is going to challenge us. Can we play that kind of defense and not give up easy shots because you’re susceptible to that whenever you pressure people. We want to force jump shots.” Early Season — “We are looking to play hard,” Hazel said. “Trying to set the tempo. We are trying to sell the kids on the fact

PAT ROTHDEUTSCH/The Gazette

THE BELLEFONTE AREA High School boys’ basketball team returns seven letter winners for the 2012-13 season. From left, Evan Wian, Tanner Light, Nick Leiter, Mike Jabco, Andrew Stover and Dylan Moerschbacher. Missing from photo: NuNu Buey. that is the way to win games, playing hard-nosed defense. It will be a work in progress but the kids are getting better at it. Good things happen when you

play hard.” Circle these dates — At Philipsburg-Osceola (12/18), vs. Clearfield (12/21), at Penns Valley (12/28), vs. BEA (1/18).

Lady Red Raiders still in rebuilding mode By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

BELLEFONTE — A closer look at the 2012-13 Bellefonte Area High School girls’ basketball team: Coach — Roger Herto, second season. 2011 Record — 4-16. Returning Letter Winners — Sara Caldana, Cassandra Book, Ally Steen, Marissa Moriarta, Lydia Musser, Lexie Wetzler, Alexis Franks, Torrie Sealy. Strengths — Coach Herto took over the Lady Red Raiders in 2011 and immediately began a big rebuilding effort. Bellefonte was very young and inexperienced and therefore experimented with many different lineups and played many players. Consequently, the team returns eight letter winners from last season’s team, which Herto believes could be one of the strengths in 2012. “It’s a little misleading,” he said, “because we had to play so many

players play last season, but we do have a lot of lettermen returning so that should help us even though they are still very young.” Concerns — Injuries. Bellefonte has yet to play a game, but already the injuries are piling up for the Raiders. “I’ve never seen anything like it,” Herto said. “We have a scrimmage coming up, and every single girl who would have started in that scrimmage is injured and can’t play. One of the girls, Cassandra Book, who we think has potential as a player and who we were counting on this season, injured her knee in a fall sport and we don’t know when she will be ready. We hope by January some of them will be back, but the beginning of the season might be difficult.” Outlook — Herto takes a long view about the prospects for his team. He doesn’t think the rebuilding effort will happen overnight, and that it is a process that will extend through this season and into 2013.

“It will take time,” he said, “but we have no doubt that by next season we could have a good basketball team. This season we are looking to take steps and improve over last year, and we’ve always thought of it as a three year process. We were hoping to get to or close to .500 this season, but with our injuries we don’t know.” Early Season — All bets are off for the Lady Raiders early in the season because of the injury situation, and the schedule does not cooperate very much in that regard. Bellefonte jumps right into Mountain League play with four league foes coming up in December — Penns Valley, P-O, Clearfield and Penns Valley again. Much will depend on how quickly the Raiders can get those starters back on the floor. Circle these Dates — Vs. Penns Valley (12/14), vs. P-O (12/19), at Clearfield (12/21), at Penns Valley (12/28), vs. Williamsport (1/3), at BEA (1/16).

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THE BELLEFONTE AREA High School girls’ basketball team returns eight letter winners for the 2012-13 season. Front row, Torrie Sealy. Middle row, from left, Lydia Musser, Lexie Wetzler and Alexis Franks. Back row, Sara Caldana, Cassandra Book, Ally Steen and Marissa Moriarta.

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State High grapplers look to turn things around By JOHN DIXON sports@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — A closer look at the 2012-13 State College Area High School wrestling team: Coach — Chad Dubin, fourth season. 2011 record — 3-27. Returning Letter Winners — Dave Frember, Joaquin Alvarez. JD Holden, Jake Owens, Gerard LeTendre, Jake Haun, Derek Horner, Ty Millward, Mike Kauffman, Don Sills. Outlook — Head coach Chad Dubin is optimistic. “I’m expecting a lot this year. We may be close to filling out a full lineup for the first time in four years, which is pretty neat. We need one or two more big guys. We have a lot of kids in the room that have been with the program for three years or so. A lot of them are picking up the system. I’m happy and we are expecting to have a really great year dual meet-wise. We have a lot of leadership in the (wrestling) room. We have just a great bunch of kids that have been working hard since September so we are expecting a really successful year. “Dual-meet wise we will be so much stronger and much more

solid lineup. We have a few kids in the room that could very well go to Hershey and place in the states this year. So we are expecting big things. We have guys that are stepping up big-time at the team leaders in Mike Kauffman, who went from a shy, little ninth grader, to being a very focal leader in the room by example and now verbally a team leader. Ty Millward never wrestled before really came into the room as a ninth grader and now he is one of the best kids on the team. He was a football, baseball kid and now it just impress me of how much he has taken a leadership role. J.B. Holden is a leader in the room now as a senior so we have those guys who have been with us for a while that are stepping up and that’s neat to see,” he said. Concerns — One of the things that concerns Dubin is the lack of numbers in Centre County. “It’s disappointing but I take full responsibility for that. It’s my job, as coach, to go out and get more kids to come out for wrestling. The frustrating part is that, unfortunately, there is no one on the coaching staff that is working right now in the school system. Coach Kurzinger, who is

our junior high coach, has done an unbelievable job. Three years ago, before he started coaching, there were 20-22 kids out for junior high wrestling. Last year he had 40-plus kids out and this year there are 56 kids out for the junior high team. So I do anticipate our numbers to continue to grow. When I first coached four years ago by the end of the year we had 11-12 kids in this (wrestling) room. “Last year we ended up with 15 kids and this year we are going to have 22-23 (waiting on football season to end) so while it’s discouraging, it’s definitely good. Wrestling is a hard sport and it’s not a sport for everyone. But I don’t think that’s what keeps kids away. Look at Central Mountain, they are a much smaller school than we are but they have 50-60 kids in their high school wrestling room. It’s a matter of developing a really good feeder program from youth to junior high to senior high. It’s hard to get a lot of kids to come out in 10th or 11th grade that have never wrestled before. That’s hard. No matter what the culture of the kids is in today’s society and whether it’s a tough sport or not, it’s just hard to come out for wrestling when

JOHN DIXON/For The Gazette

THE STATE COLLEGE Area High School wrestling team returns 10 letter winners for the 2012-13 season. Front row, from left, Jake Haun, Derek Horner, Ty Millward, Mike Kauffman and Don Sills. Back row, Dave Fremberg, Joaquin Alvarez, J.B. Holden, Jake Owens and Gerald LeTendre. you are that much older knowing that you are going to go against kids that are the toughest kids in the country that have been wrestling six, seven or eight years. But you have to develop a good feeder program and you have to work at the junior high-level

where we have that established so fortunately we have that going,” he said. Circle These Dates — Vs. Penns Valley (12/20), at Altoona (1/8), at Red Raider Duals (1/19), vs. Central Dauphin East (1/24), at Bald Eagle Area (1/29).

Penns Valley looks to build on .500 season By JOHN DIXON sports@centrecountygazette.com

SPRING MILLS — A closer look at the 2012-13 Penns Valley Area High School wrestling team: Coach — Joel Brinker, seventh season. 2011 record — 10-10. Returning lettermen: Cole Confer, Maverick Swartz, Seth Decker, Mike Silks, Kyler Confer, Michael Confer, Michael Mundt, Jason Thoms, Jacob Confer, Kolton Confer, Corey Hazel, Michael Rogers. Outlook — Coach Joel Brinker is excited about the experience he has coming back. “Probably, since I’ve been here, I’ve seen the most experience in the wrestling room from top to bottom. I think every weight class, we are going to have a guy that has multiple years of experience and that’s something we haven’t had in past years,” Brinker said. “I’m excited because we’ve had quite a few kids make a commitment during the off-season. We had three kids that wrestled out in Fargo (North Dakota) this summer. That was Mike Rogers (sophomore), Seth Decker (junior) and Corey Hazel (sophomore). Hazel is our first All-American out at Fargo in Greco wrestling, Decker won schoolboy freestyle this summer and he is a freshman we are bringing

up (to varsity). So I think those results should help in the practice room for practice partners. “I see a little bit of depth that we haven’t had in years past so I’m excited for the year. I think the kids know what we have. “I believe at this time we will, with the exception of maybe one weight class, 120, we will be able to fill the lineup but we may yet be able to fill that slot with a senior that is coming out for the team as long as he can make it. So we should have all weights filled. “Our program, as a whole, is getting healthier. I think that the numbers in elementary and up are improving. We are young with only two seniors and last year we’ve had a really good year (10-10). This year should be better with the kids we have but it ultimately comes down to filling the weights. “We will look to Maverick Swartz and Cole Confer, our only two seniors, and a first-year kid coming out in Michael Decker (senior) but those two will be the ones that we will look for the leadership. Will we also depend on Seth Decker (junior), who is very experienced as junior and he’s a leader in the room also so the kids are in place that we know will help motivate the other wrestlers on the room. “I would like to hit 15 wins this year or more and I think that’s where we should be. That’s five more than we had

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THE PENNS VALLEY Area High School wrestling team returns nine letter winners for the 2012-13 season. Front row, from left, Jacob Confer, Cole Confer, Seth Decker, Michael Mundt and Kyler Confer. Back row, Corey Hazel, Michael Rogers, Michael Silks and Michael Confer. last year (10-10) so 15-5 would be right where we want to be in that range and I think we are capable of doing that. With a lot of hard work there is no reason why we can’t accomplish our goals. “The goal is to get at least three to the state tournament and I think we are capable of doing that with the way they are working,” he said. Circle these dates — At Newport Tournament (12/27), at Panther Valley Tournament (1/5), at Bellefonte (1/15), vs. Bald Eagle Area (1/31), at District 6 Tournament (2/15-16).

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Bald Eagle Area looks for return to glory By JOHN DIXON sports@centrecountygazette.com

WINGATE — A closer look at the 2012-13 Bald Eagle Area High School wrestling squad: Coach — Steve Millward, fifth season. 2011 record — 10-6. Returning Letter Winners — Tyler Baney, David Gawryla, Travis Geidroc, Ryan Hicks, Clint McCaslin, Nate Sharkey, Cody Stine, Jake Taylor, Aaron Varner, Ben Verbitsky. Season Outlook — The Eagles placed second at last year’s prestigious Top Hat Team Duals and third in the Northwest Regional Class AAA Tournament. BEA returns 11 letter winners, four Regional place finishers, three PIAA State qualifiers and two state placewinners in Jake Taylor, third at 170 and Aaron Varner, sixth at 195. “I think we are looking at a good year. The expectations that the kids have not so much coming from me all the time is that they expect to do pretty well. We, over the last couple of years, have been getting better as the year goes on and I look for that to happen again this year,” Millward said. “But it is kinda early in that we need to break kids down to weights that they want to compete at throughout the year. We

are also dealing with some early season injuries that are just bumps and bruises from not being able to be in the mix for a while. We also had to deal with hunting season and vacations and things like that,” coach Millward said. “We are starting to tighten things up a little bit heading into next week but we really need to be healthy to be competitive. We have a pretty daunting January with 10 dual meets and the Escape the Rock Tournament (Council Rock HS, Holland) so our January’s schedule is loaded. “So we are trying to keep those things in mind as we schedule our workouts and what we want to do with the month of December, For right now we are trying to keep a loose attitude, work them out hard, give them some rest and let them get acclimated to a regular wrestling season.” Team leadership — “We have quiet leaders. They are not the rah-rah type of kids. It’s not the spirit of Bald Eagle Area or anything like that but it’s ‘I will lead by example so follow me and we will get to where we want to go.’ No one individual has stepped up as a leader it’s like they don’t want to come across like I’m telling you what you have to do. We are equals and we will get it done as a team,” he said.

“Once practice starts it gets tough and it gets repetitive and we need to keep doing things over and over and over because the group’s not coming together as a team. Some of them speak up, if for no other reason than they are upset because they may have to do something for 25 minutes until it is done right. “But we don’t have so much of that, they are a pretty tight, knit group and even though we are small they stick together. And a lot of times it’s not all about wrestling, they like to have fun in the room, keep things loose and light. “Eventually someone is going to be out of the lineup for one reason or another and you hope you have someone that has stuck with the program and can step right in and help by getting a couple of shots throughout the season or can even earn a spot in the lineup before the year is over. “At a school this size, kids that commit to one sport do that out of not wanting to get hurt doing something that is going to cause an issue with the sport they really want to pursue just because of an injury or some fluke accident that happened. Any more it’s almost like you have to do stuff not four months out of the year maybe 12 if you can endure that long but when it’s break time

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THE BALD EAGLE Area High School wrestling team returns 11 letter winners for the 2012-13 season. Front row, from left, Travis Giedroc, Jacob Noll, Cody Stine, Clint McCaslin and Tyler Baney. Back row: Jake Taylor, Aaron Varner, David Gawryla, Ryan Hicks, Ben Verbitskey and Nate Sharkey. Circle these dates — At Top Hat Tournament, Williamsport (Dec. 7 and 8), vs. Clearfield (Dec. 13), at Manheim Holiday Tournament (Dec. 27 and 28), at Philipsburg-Osceola (Jan. 22), vs. State College (Jan. 29), at District 6 Class AAA Tournament, Altoona (Feb. 22 and 23).

those kids that are at the upper level they want a break. Not a break to go do something else, I just want to step back for a little bit. I want to stay out of the weight room for a couple of weeks or whatever just to take a break and not compete in some other sport.”

Bellefonte wrestling squad has high expectations By JOHN DIXON sports@centrecountygazette.com

BELLEFONTE — A closer look at the 2012-13 Bellefonte Area High School wrestling team: Coach — Mike Maney, fifth season. 2011 record — 11-5. Returning Letter Winners — Austin Cable, Toby Cain, Trevor Corl, Tanner Day, Tanner Fetterolf, Zach Musser, Austin Phillips, Garrett Poorman, Nate Rosenberger, Nick Shawley. Outlook — Head coach Mike Maney has an extremely young squad. “Of all the years I’ve coached, this is the youngest team I’ve ever had. Right now we only have three seniors maybe in the starting lineup but two of those guys are state placewinners. And, as far as juniors go, we may only have one of those so the upperclass level goes we are looking at three to four guys starting and the rest of the nine to 10 guys are going to be sophomores or freshmen,” Maney said. “It’s going to be a young group but at the same time they seem to be motivated to learn. We will need to rely on those guys like Garret Poorman and Nick Shawley that have been to the states and we will rely on that experience from those guys because that is the ultimate goal to get to the states and get on the podium. So it is a nice mix of young guys and the small group that we have of upper classmen we will rely on them to kinda lead the way. “Garrett, being a senior, because of his size, will be a natural leader. He’s spent a lot of time in the weight room this summer and he knows this is his last year so we are relying on him to build off that fact and help us build for the future. He, and Nick Shawley, being the seniors, will definitely be the ones we look to for team leaders. “Last year, freshman, now sophomores, got a lot of experience and we are hoping that the success that they had as ninth graders will make them a little more hungrier this year. Guys like Luke Leathers and Trevor Corl and hopeful-

ly guys will see that in the room. That’s what practices are for and partners are there to help you get better. Those guys had a pretty good relationship even though they wrestle-off with each other throughout the year. “Trevor Corl, district champion, and Luke Leathers went overtime and a lot of those wrestle-offs were onepoint matches and could easily have been Luke being a district champ as well. “So we are kinda leaning on those guys to kind lead the way for these younger guys who maybe weren’t on the varsity level last year or coming up from the junior high program so we can set the tone early this year. “The success we had last year is another step up for us just because you automatically success at the junior high level does not mean you will have that at the varsity level. It’s another step in the right direction. You know those guys last year as ninth graders could easily get six or seven wins for us because you know we don’t wrestle an easy schedule. But one needs to continue to get better as the year goes on. If you rely on those guys, not just from a work ethic but also coaches can also instill in these younger guys that mentally it will take a toll on you as well because maybe you aren’t used to losing and, again, with the competition that we are exposed to at the varsity level, like at the King of the Mountain Tournament, you are going to face some of the best competition in the state. So it’s how you approach by continuing to get better each day in practice and in each competition to get better. “The ultimate goal at the end of the season, districts, regionals, states, so that’s your main focus to come in and not necessarily look at wins and losses but to focus on getting better and, if one does that, the results will take care of themselves.” Circle these dates — At Philipsburg-Osceola (12/11), at King of the Mountain Tournament (12/14 and 15), vs. Bald Eagle Area (1/10), Red Raider Rumble (1/19), vs. Clearfield (1/22), at District 6 Duals at Tyrone (2/2), District 6 Class AAA Tournament (2/23 and 24).

JOHN DIXON/For The Gazette

THE BELLEFONTE AREA High School wrestling team returns 10 letter winners for the 2012-13 season. Front row, from left, Nate Rosenberger, Zach Musser, Luke Leathers, Tanner Day and Trevor Corl. Back row, Toby Cain, Austin Cable, Garrett Poorman and Nick Shawley. Missing from photo: Tanner Fetterolf.

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THE BELLEFONTE AREA High School boys’ swim team returns eight letter winners for the 2012-13 season. From left, Rockey Grey, Patrick Scordato, Matt Horner, Colton Schnars, Andrew Rosenberger, Daniel Tanney, Isaac Thomas and Manny Meinen.

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THE BELLEFONTE AREA High School girls’ swim team returns nine letter winners for the 201213 season. From left, Gwen Lowrey, Ashley Morris, Kelly Glover, Cydnei Crust, Katie Scordato, Kaitlin Rogers, Emily Kerstetter, Maya Berky and Deborah Armstrong.

Bellefonte swimmers look for continued success By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

BELLEFONTE — A closer look at the 2012-13 Bellefonte boys’ and girls’ swim teams: Coach — Lisa Newman, second year. 2011 Records — Boys, 12-0, District 6 Champions. Girls, 11-1, third in District 6. Returning Letterwinners — Girls: Gwen Lowrey, Ashley Morris, Kelly Glover, Cydnei Crust, Datie Scordato, Kaitlin Rogers, Emily Kerstetter, Maya Berky, Deborah Armstrong, Veronica Garis. Boys: Rockey Grey, Patrick Scordato, Matt Horner, Colton Schnars, Andrew Rosenberger, Daniel Tanney, Isaac Thomas, Manny Meinen, Jordan Newman, Frank Aberegg. Strengths — Things are looking up for the Bellefonte girls’ and boys’ swimming teams. After very strong showings in 2011— the

girls lost only once and finished third in the district, and the boys were undefeated and won their first District 6 championship — both teams return a ton of letter winners with the potential to match or surpass their 2011 performances. “We have a lot of returning girls,” head coach Lisa Newman said, “and we only had one senior. So everybody is going to have a huge impact. I know a lot of them worked really hard this summer to make sure they are where they need to be for this year. I think we are in a good place to do as well as we did last year.” “The boys lost a good amount of seniors, but we still have a lot of talent left on our team. The boys we graduated all scored at districts and some of them went on to states, but the boys who are returning are very strong swimmers and the new ones we are adding can make an immediate impact. Everyone is ready to do an outstand-

ing job this season.” Concerns — The only thing that might be a concern for Newman is the numbers on her team. “Some of the teams we are up against have a lot of numbers,” she said. “We only have 12 girls. While we have the talent that we do, sometimes you get outnumbered in dual meets. “With the boys, we are a little bit low; we have 13 where we had 15 or 16 last year. But we still have good stuff, so not as concerned with that, but it is numbers on both sides.” Outlook — Low numbers or not, Newman is optimistic about both teams potential for this season, especially as she looks forward to the district and state meets. “I think we should make an immediate impact at regionals this year,” she said, “as well as keeping our dual meet season around the same record. I expect the same amount of people to go states, if not more.

I think they are on track for really great things this year. “I’d love to see the boys repeat as district champions this year, and I think that both the boys and girls can place higher at the state meet. We can have more people in the finals.” Early season — “Right off the bat, with swimming it takes a while to get into a groove,” Newman said. “I’m not expecting their times to be super fast at the beginning of the season, but I’m hoping their performances outdo the other teams. “I think as we get further on into the season, their times will get better. That’s just the nature of swimming. At the end, hopefully that’s when everything comes together.” Circle these dates — Huntingdon and Penns Valley at Juniata University (12/7), at Clearfield, (1/2), at Clearfield Invitational (1/5), at Jersey Shore (1/10).

State High embarks on journey with first-year coach By SAMI HULINGS For The Gazette

STATE COLLEGE — A closer look at the 2012-13 State College Area High School swimming teams: Coach — Ryan Sprang, first season. 2011 record — Not available. Strengths — “We have a lot of depth across the board both the boys and the girls. We have great senior leadership. I think we are pretty strong in every event, so I think potential-wise, it’s exciting. I think it’s going to be exciting what we can achieve this year,” first-year coach Ryan Sprang said. “But we also have a lot of young kids that have a lot of potential. We are going to see how they develop over the next four months. We are going to rely on them as well.” Concerns — Sprang said though he doesn’t have any specific concerns for the season, as a first year coach, he knows it will take some time for the athletes to adjust. “Coming into this position for me, coming into this season, it was going to be the kids getting used to a new coach and embracing new ideas. With the high school season being so short, we didn’t have a whole lot of time to transition to get on the same

page right away in order for us to be able to achieve our potential,” he said. “But so far, it’s been a couple weeks and it’s going great. I think the kids really have embraced what we are trying to do here. They are working extremely hard.” Outlook — State High’s past success and current potential in the pool has Sprang excited for the upcoming season. “The potential is there. I think they’ve had a lot of success in the past at the district level. They’ve had a lot of kids that have gone on to do incredibly well at the state level, so people know of State College High School.” Sprang hopes the team can take the success to the next level, as he has his sights set on becoming a force within the state. “I want to get these kids believing they can do extraordinary things as a team because we have the potential to do that. We have the talent. We have the kids that are willing to work hard,” he said. “It’s just a matter of thinking big now. We want to be a force on the state level. We want to be one of the best teams in the state. Then we want to be the best team in the state.” Early Season — Sprang said he is looking forward to using early meets as a way to get to know his team even more. “I’m

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THE STATE COLLEGE Area High School swim team returns a plethora of letter winners for the 2012-13 season. Front row, from left, Courtney Quinn, Alisha Forrest, Cassie Cigich and Anna Farnsworth. Back row, Ian Schrock, Sean Piatt, Bradley Gibble, Trevor Beahm, Matt Fritsch, Kedrin Wilson, Jan Lazny and Michael Feffer. looking forward to seeing what they can do in the pool.” He is also excited to watch his swimmers and divers take the things they learn at practice and apply them in meets. “Obviously the unique thing

about the high school season is you start your first practice and the next thing you know your next meet is right around the corner. I’m just anxious to see how much better we can get over the next four months.”

Circle these Dates — “I’m looking forward to all the meets. All the meets are going to be fun,” Sprang said. Look for the Hershey, Cumberland Valley, District Meet and PIAA State Championship meets to be exceptional.

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Big men hold the key for Bald Eagle Area boys By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

WINGATE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A closer look at the 2012-13 Bald Eagle Area High School boys' basketball team: Coach â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Bill Butterworth 2011 Record â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 11-12 Returning Lettermen â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Not available. Strengths â&#x20AC;&#x201D; There is a ton of optimism surrounding the Eagles going into 2012. With nine returning lettermen, 6-foot-7 Dennis Fisher and 6-7 Jon Romaine patrolling the lane, and a horde of quick guards, BEA is looking to far surpass its 11 wins from 2011. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our guards are so quick,â&#x20AC;? BEA coach Bill Butterworth said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and they get out in pressure defense and our big guys just change shots. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not shot blockers, but their size causes a bad pass or a lob pass or just a shot change. With that size, we should be able to get every rebound, get the outlet pass, and go. I definitely think that our size and quickness are our biggest assets.â&#x20AC;?

Concerns â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Butterworth said that his team has been working very hard to improve its defense, especially man-to-man. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Historically, we play a lot of zone, trapping, full-court pressures, match up zones. This year, with our quickness, we are going to play more manto-man to limit the other teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scorers. In zone, sometimes the good offensive players rest against you. They come down, they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t move around, and if you accidently leave them, they are wide open. So we figure by playing man-to-man we can wear them down and get their legs a little tired by the end of the game.â&#x20AC;? Outlook â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Butterworth has high hopes and lofty goals for this team. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I honestly think that if we play the way weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re capable, we can compete for a district title. I think that we can be right in the hunt. I know there are a lot of good teams out there when you get into Altoona-Johnston area, you got the McCorts and teams

like that. But I think we can be as good as they are. Without anything unexpected happening like injuries and things like that, I think weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be right there.â&#x20AC;? Early Season â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Butterworth early on will be looking for that defensive improvement and for how well his team is playing together. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on one guy and make sure all five guys are weapons out there, and even the subs when we sub in, we want everybody out on the floor a weapon. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kind of our outlook, make everybody somebody who you have to cover so that you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t double down on our big guys. So we want everybody out there to make the jump shot, drive to the basket, and maybe get some offensive rebounds and some put-backs. If we can make every player on the floor a threat, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be tough to beat.â&#x20AC;? Circle these Dates â&#x20AC;&#x201D; At Central (12/14), at Clearfield (12/18), at Philipsburg-Osceola (12/21), Penns Valley (1/8), at Bellefonte (1/18).

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THE BALD EAGLE Area High School boys' basketball team returns nine letter winners for the 2012-13 season. Front row, from left, Bryan Greene, Ryan Dyke, Bubba Bennett and Brandon Gettig. Back row, Clayton Cingle, Bryce Greene, Dennis Fisher, Jon Romine and Cole Carolus.

BEA girls hope to build on last seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

WINGATE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A closer look at the 2012-13 Bald Eagle Area High School girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; basketball team: Coach â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Troy Butterworth 2011 Record â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 18-7 (advanced to second-round of District 6 playoffs). Returning Letter Winners â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Olivia Hardy (senior), Allie Simpson (senior), Lexi Josefik (senior), Marissa Ward (senior), Mary Pillot (senior), Katelyn Miller (senior). Strengths â&#x20AC;&#x201D; BEA has six returning letter winners and five returning starters from a 2011 team that won the Nittany Division of the Mountain League so coach Butterworth has a lot to look forward to in 2012. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My six senior are all lettermen,â&#x20AC;? he said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and five of them started last year. They are all very athletic, they work well together, and they have played together for a long time. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got size, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got speed, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got shooters, so

we have it all. This is a good group of girls. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are a pressure, push the ball up the floor team. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fast paced. We want to get the ball and score before the defense gets back. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what we try to do.â&#x20AC;? Concerns â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Like most coaches, Butterworth is concerned about injuries and foul trouble. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want anybody to get hurt,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My five starters are solid. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a good bench. And foul trouble in games concerns me sometimes. Those would be my biggest fears.â&#x20AC;? Outlook â&#x20AC;&#x201D; With the Lady Eaglesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience, size, and depth, Butterworth is looking for big things from this group. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What we are hoping for is to win our league first of all and to go into districts and win districts. That is our goal, to get to the state playoffs this year. The last two years we won the Nittany division of our league but lost in the championship game. Two years in a row. Our goal is to take it one step further from the last two years

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and hopefully win the MAC and advance into districts and hopefully win districts.â&#x20AC;? Early Season â&#x20AC;&#x201D; With a team that has this much potential, early on Butterworth will be looking for his team to be disciplined and to execute. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of talent here,â&#x20AC;? he said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but sometimes discipline and execution beat talent. I told them about the Heat, two years ago when the Heat was the best team and the Mavericks came in and played their basketball and beat them. That can happen. We have so much talent, but if another team comes in and executes its game plan and we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t execute ours, it could go against us. There is going to come a time in a game when you need to be disciplined and run the clock out when we are winning by two points. We have to be able to be in control.â&#x20AC;? Circle these Dates â&#x20AC;&#x201D; At Central Mountain (12/18), at Clearfield (12/19), at Penns Valley (1/9), Bellefonte (1/16), at Philipsburg-Osceola (2/1).

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THE BALD EAGLE Area High School girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; basketball team returns six letter winners for the 2012-13 season. From left, Olivia Hardy, Allison Simpson, Marissa Ward, Kaitelyn Miller, Lexi Josefik and Mary Pillot.

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BEA opens with a bang Eagles power past Warriors to tip off season

TIM WEIGHT/For The Gazette

BALD EAGLE Area’s Dennis Fisher goes up for two points during Friday night’s season opener at Wingate. By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

WINGATE — Bald Eagle Area had to resort to Plan B in Friday night’s season opener against West Branch. Finding that they couldn’t outrun the Warriors during a wild first half, the Eagles changed course and ramped up the pressure on defense in the second half. It worked to perfection. BEA broke open a close game by forcing West Branch into numerous turnovers and mistakes, took a 14-point lead going into the fourth quarter, and then cruised out for a 76-55 win over the Warriors. Dennis Fisher, BEA’s 6-foot-7 senior center, had a monster

game for the Eagles, scoring 30 points mostly on power moves inside, offensive rebounds, and baseline drives. He was followed by 18 points from Bryce Greene as Bald Eagle turned a two-point, 36-34 deficit at halftime into a 5945 lead by the end of the third quarter. “That was definitely the turning point in the game,” BEA coach Bill Butterworth said of the third quarter. “Our man-to-man defense wasn’t that good. We were giving up open shots. I told the assistants (at halftime) we have to start getting out and pressuring them more.” The game began as a full court, up and down affair with both teams trying to out-race the other. BEA held a slim 22-20 lead,

but West Branch came back in the second quarter to take a 3634 advantage at the break. Neither team held more than a four-point advantage, and both were getting good looks almost at will. At halftime, BEA decided that would have to change. “We put in our bigs (6-7 Jon Romine along with Fisher),” Butterworth said, “and came out and pressured harder at half court. They have freshman guards and we thought we could take advantage of that. It’s tough to throw over 6-7 guys and we were able to get turnovers and turn them into easy fast-break baskets.” The results were immediate. West Branch at first went ahead 41-36 early in the third quarter on a jumper by freshman Kody

Trude, but Bryan Greene tied one minute later at 43 and then Bryan Greene put the Eagles ahead to stay 45-43 with a layup at the five-minute mark. A follow-up by Fisher and a jumper by Bryce Greene increased the BEA lead to 49-43, and the Eagles were off to the races from there. By the time Tyler Schall scored with 14 seconds left in the period, BEA held a commanding 59-45 lead. “Our defense really turned it up in the second half,” Fisher said, “and we were able to get a lot of fast breaks off of steals and their mistakes. We worked together great tonight. We were finding each other on the court and we just got things done.” West Branch was able to creep to within ten at 61-51 with just

under seven minutes to play, but a three-pointer by Ryan Dyke and then scores by Schall, Jason Jones, and two by Fisher essentially put the game out of reach, and the Eagles coasted home for their first win of the season. “Overall, I was satisfied,” Butterworth said, “but we have to improve on the way we played defense, especially in the first half tonight. West Branch was running up and down and we had no answer for them, and that has been one of our weaknesses. We know with this team we are going to get into the 60’s but we have to work on stopping the other teams.” Next up for BEA are trips to Huntingdon and Clearfield before the Eagles return home to take on Mt. Union on Dec. 19.

Lady Little Lions edge Central Dauphin By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — State College freshman Kyla Irwin didn’t have an easy shot all night against visiting Central Dauphin — until her last one. And that one was the biggest shot of the game. With her team trailing by a point late in overtime, Irwin scooped up a loose ball under the basket and found herself somehow alone with no CD defender in sight. She calmly laid it in with three seconds to go and gave the Lady Little Lions an exciting and intense 52-51 victory in their home and Mid-Penn Conference opener on Tuesday night. The basket not only set off a wild celebration by SC players and fans, it also ended the career-

best game for Lady Lion guard Jenna Altomare. The lightningquick Altomare spent the entire night driving around, through, and past Central Dauphin players and finished with a careerhigh 27 points that included four three-pointers. In all, Altomare and Irwin accounted for 40 of State College’s 52 points. “I don’t even know what happened,” Irwin said about her winning basket. “Bridget (King) shot the ball and got blocked and I figured I’d swat at it hoping our team would get the ball back. Then it went between a girl’s legs and from there it was slow motion. I felt like the world was stopping and it was perfect timing. I didn’t even know where I was on the court. I was just hoping that I was somewhere near the hoop.” “It was tough getting open all

night. They have really good height and it was a battle.” The game was a contrast in styles. Central Dauphin played pressure man-to-man, full court, 24/7, while State College backed up into a tight, 2-3 zone trying to negate the size of CD. Even so, the two post players for Central Dauphin, Santara Parsons and Precious Martin, scored 21 and 11 points respectively, all almost exclusively in the paint. Neither team was able to pull away from the other, and the biggest lead of the game came early in the second quarter when State College went ahead 12-6. Central Dauphin scored the last four points of the first half to tie the game at 20 and then took an early 28-24 lead in the third quarter. State College came back, however, to lead 31-30 going into the

final eight minutes. Going down the stretch, Altomare scored 11 points in the final three minutes of regulation, including two three-pointers, a three-point play, and finally two clutch free throws with 20 seconds to play that sent the game into overtime. “I’m at a loss for words,” Altomare said. “I relied on my team a lot and they helped me do what I did. Obviously I wouldn’t have been able to do it without them. Amazing. They stepped in when they needed to.” In the overtime, Irwin and King gave SC an early 48-46 lead, but Central Dauphin fought back — as they had all night — and finally took a 51-50 lead when Tori Lesko scored with just under 30 seconds to play. State College broke the CD pressure coming up the floor, and

King seemed to have an open look just inside the foul line as time was running out, but Parsons blocked the shot and a mad scramble for the ball ensued. Somehow, it ended up at the feet of Irwin, and she didn’t miss. “I couldn’t believe it. I don’t even know what happened,” Altomare said about the last sequence. “It went under someone’s foot, and then someone kicked it, and then she (Irwin) got it and she scored. And it was so cool and it was amazing. “I felt awesome. Words can’t describe how awesome I felt.” The win gives State College its second victory of the season without a loss, and Central Dauphin now drops to 2-1. The Lady Little Lions next play at Central Dauphin East on Friday night.

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Hot Hand Lucas pours in a record 39 points as Lady Lions rout Hoyas By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State guard Maggie Lucas is tough to slow down even if she is double teamed, but if she’s left alone — like she was for most of the first half against Georgetown on Sunday — look out. Lucas exploded for a career and Bryce Jordan Center high 39 points, including 26 in the first half, and led the Nittany Lions to a 97-74 hammering of the Hoyas at the BJC in a game that wasn’t even that close. Shaking off the disappointment and frustration of Thursday night’s loss at Connecticut, the Lions pounced almost immediately on Georgetown and sprinted out to first-half leads of 38-14, 48-17, and 51-19 before finishing the half with a 28-point, 53-25 lead. From there, the second half was almost a formality as the No. 10 Nittany Lions coasted out for their seventh victory of the season against two losses. “Penn State is a very good team,” Georgetown coach Keith Brown said, “and when you play a team like that— they’re ranked 10th in the country and just played Connecticut tough — you can’t let their two best players get loose, and that’s what we did. Maggie (Lucas) and (Alex) Bentley went off. “They did a great job of penetrating and kicking the ball to her (Lucas). They did a wonderful job of spreading us out with the penetration by Bentley. We were trying to help with our bigs, and we left one of the best shooters in the country open. And she caught fire.” In one stretch of just eight minutes in the first half, Lucas scored 18 points and took Penn State from a slim 9-8 lead to a 31-12 bulge with just over nine minutes left. She hit five threes in that stretch and also had three steals and an assist. Georgetown was never able to recover as Lucas and the Lions kept up the pressure on offense and defense and finished their best half of basketball this season with an insurmountable 28-point lead. “I think that was the best half we played all year,” Bent-

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ley said. “We are going to try to keep that up for (coach Coquese Washington) and we are going to try to put that first half into the second half and play 40 minutes that great.” After the break, Georgetown’s Sugar Rogers, who came into the game averaging 24 points per game and who scored 24 in this game, kept the Hoyas even with Penn State, but they were never able to draw closer than 23 points of the Lions. Lucas added another 13 in the second half, and Bentley added 10 to bring her game total to 23. The two guards combined for 62 points, eight steals, 10 rebounds, and six assists in the contest, by far their best combined output of the season. “Georgetown is a zone team,” Washington said, “so coming into the game, we thought that she (Lucas) would get some good looks. We wanted to make sure we moved the ball around and worked to make the zone shift. I thought the girls did a good job of finding Maggie, and she is just such a good shooter, if she gets that wide open, she’s going to make a lot of them. “She got to the spots we thought would be open in the zone, and we found her, and she made them.” Lucas finished with 11 of 21 shooting from the field, including 7-13 from beyond the arc, and made 10 of 11 free throws. This was her third 30-plus point game, and it was the first time a Lady Lion scored over 35 points since Kelly Mazzante had 35 in 2003. Lucas also tied the BJC record for three-pointers with seven, a record that is also held by Mazzante and Adrienne Squire. For Lucas, all of the records are nice, but basketball is a team game. “It feels good,” she said, “but you know it’s a team thing. Today we were just focused on getting a bounce back and getting everyone going for the rest of these games before we go on winter break. It’s all about the team right now. We just have to keep getting better every day.” The team next travels to Virginia Tech before returning home on Sunday to play North Dakota State.

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Looking for silver linings in the Steelers’ latest defeat Yes, the Chargers’ rush defense ranks fourth in the NFL — just ahead of Pittsburgh — and yes, the Steelers rank 25th in rushing offense. But if the team wants to preserve the health of its oft-injured quarterback, reducing the number of chances for defenders to lock into a pass rush against a makeshift offensive line will only come when the team can rush the ball with efficiency. The obvious solution: Find a running back. Stick with him. Rush him at least 20 times until he proves that he is or isn’t the guy. Speaking of locking into a pass rush against a makeshift offensive line … Philip Rivers’ uniform looked awfully clean despite playing behind a line with three new starters while San Diego built a 27-3 lead in the third quarter. Rivers, who has been solid in his last three starts against the Steelers, passed for 200 yards and three touchdowns while only getting sacked once. After a few early hurries and knockdowns, some of which brought out the requisite visual emotion from Rivers, Pittsburgh’s pass-rush penetration was nonexistent. That allowed San Diego to convert 12 of 22 third-down snaps.The obvious solution: Managing to get off the field a bit more often may result in a fresher front seven, which could lead to more quarterback harassment. One would think that was the worst case of the Steelers dropping the proverbial ball against the Chargers. Nope, there was still the matter of Pittsburgh receivers dropping actual footballs when the game was still in reach. Mike Wallace’s 4.3-second speed in the 40-yard dash will sell jerseys and make sure that he receives a big payday somewhere if the Steelers don’t bring him back during the offseason but his 2012 season has been mired with drops ranging from near-misses to wide-open bumbles. Antonio Brown, who has been Pittsburgh’s most consistent pass catcher when healthy, lost the handle on a couple of passes and before too long, San Diego’s advantage in the field-position game allowed a 3-0 lead to become a 13-0 lead. It also helped that Danario Alexander could hold onto the football long enough to run it into the end zone and then dunk it over the crossbar. The obvious solution: A few extra minutes of focusing on catching footballs from the Juggs machine could eliminate the questions (and criticism) surrounding Pittsburgh’s young receivers. The Steelers have issues with three (winnable) games on the horizon and a playoff berth still in their hands as long as they can win these games, especially the possiEve Ev Ever veerry Saturda Saturd rda daay Night Nigighht 7PM Ni 7PM | Doors Dooors open open at at 5PM 5PPM ble winner-claims-berth 49 W. Sycamore 492 Syc Sy yca caamoore St. St. (Rt. (Rt (R Rt.t. 144) 1444) showdown with Cincinnati on Dec 23. Then again, not 0ROGGRESS RESSIVVE *ACKPOOT s 3MOKE &REE AAND ND (AAND NDICCAP AP !!CCCESSSIB SIBLE fixing the flaws by the time that the Steelers kickoff 7AATCH 4HE 'A 7 'AZZET ETTE %VEERY R 7 7EEK EE FO FOR O //UR U !DS S against Dallas this coming Sunday could take control out of Pittsburgh’s hands.

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Nittany Notes: PSU women’s volleyball squad advances to national Final Four By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

The Penn State Women’s volleyball team advanced to the women’s National Semifinals with a 3-1 victory over Minnesota on Sunday at Purdue University. The No. 1 seed Nittany Lions advanced to the National Semifinals for the 10th time since 1993 and they have won the championship five times, including four in a row from 2007 to 2010. Ariel Scott led the Lions with 25 kills in the 25-19, 19-25, 26-24, 25-20 victory while Deja McClendon had 14 and Megan Courtney had 11. Sophomore Dominique Gonzales had 20 digs against the big hitters of the Golden Gophers, and Hancock chipped in with 11. Micha Hancock handed out 46 assists and had five aces in the match. With those aces, Hancock now has the NCAA tournament record for aces with 22. Penn State had a total of 62 kills, 73 digs, and 14 blocks in the match, and Minnesota had 49 kills, 61 digs and 14 blocks. “I thought it was a great match in which Minnesota played terrific and forced us to make a lot of adjustments in areas that I think a couple of our kids weren’t ready to make adjustments in,” Penn State Coach Russ Rose said. “Coach Shondell said yesterday, and I agree, that Minnesota is an incredibly physical team with three or four kids with big arms, but I thought at the end, Deja (McClendon) had some big blocks and Ariel Scott was out offensively. Micha’s serving kept us in it when other things were starting to get shaky. I think Dom’s (Gonzales) performance goes unnoticed by a lot of people ex-

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cept us, but I think she did great and made some great defensive plays on very strong attackers hitting on her one on one.” Scott was named the Regional Championships MVP and she was joined on the All-Tournament team by McClendon and Hancock. Penn State now takes on No. 5 Oregon at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Ky., on Thursday night.

NITTANY LIONS HOLD OFF ARMY The Penn State men’s basketball team raced out to a 12-point halftime lead over Army on Saturday afternoon and then saw that lead evaporate to just two points with five minutes to play in the game. But the Lions steadied, ran off 10 straight points to reestablish the lead, and then held on for a 78-70 win over the Black Knights on Military Appreciation Day at the Bryce Jordan Center. D.J. Newbill continues to get comfortable running the show for Penn State, scoring 19 points from the point guard spot, handing out five assists, and grabbing six rebounds. He is averaging just under 17 points per game in the last five game. Sophomore Ross Travis scored 14 points and had 10 rebounds while Jermaine Marshall added 16 and Brandon Taylor 14 for the Nittany Lions. It was the highest offensive output for Penn State this season. After being down by as much as 15 points in the first half, Army steadily chipped away at the Lions and finally got to within 52-50 after a layup by Kyle Wilson. But a Newbill layup and some long-range shooting by Nick Colella ignited a 10-0 PSU run that propelled the Lions to their fifth win of the season.

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PENN STATE’S Micha Hancock (12) blocks a shot by Minnesota’s Katherine Harms during a NCAA women’s college volleyball regional final. “For those of you that haven’t seen us play,” Army coach Zach Spiker said, “I think the final 20 minutes was much more indicative of what our institution is about and what our program is about. I regret for our seniors, and I regret for all our guys that we didn’t bring that tonight. “Penn State plays hard. They’re a direct reflection of their coach. They play hard. It was not a surprise that they did that. It’s what they are. It’s who they are. That’s how they’re going to be good. That’s how Patrick is going to build a program.” Penn State will next be in action on Saturday afternoon against Delaware State at the Bryce Jordan Center at 2 p.m.

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GARY FELTENBERGER, of Bellefonte, bagged this 11-point buck while hunting in Burnside Township recently. It was 145 pounds field dressed.

GAZETTE STAFF PREDICTIONS THE CENTRE COUNTY

This week’s games

Sami Hulings Last week: 5-7 Overall: 127-53

Chris Morelli Last week: 6-6 Overall: 127-53

John Dixon Last week: 7-5 Overall: 126-54

Dave Glass Last week: 6-6 Overall: 119-59

Pat Rothdeutsch Last week: 7-5 Overall: 116-54

Nevada vs. Arizona at New Mexico Bowl

Arizona

Nevada

Arizona

Toledo vs. Utah State at Idaho Potato Bowl

Utah State

Toledo

Utah State

Toledo

Cincinnati at Philadelphia

Cincinnati

Philadelphia

Cincinnati

Philadelphia

Pittsburgh at Dallas

Pittsburgh

Dallas

Pittsburgh

Green Bay at Chicago

Green Bay

Indianapolis at Houston

Houston

Denver at Baltimore

Denver

Baltimore

Denver

Washington at Cleveland

Washington

Cleveland

N.Y. Giants at Atlanta

Atlanta

N.Y. Giants

Atlanta

Tampa Bay at New Orleans

Tampa Bay

New Orleans

New England

San Francisco

New England

San Francisco at New England N.Y. Jets at Tennessee

Tennessee

N.Y. Jets

Tennessee

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CODY WOLFE, of State College, bagged this eight-point buck while hunting in Centre Hall recently. The buck weighed in at 166 pounds.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Thompson releases ‘The Season’s Reason’ By DON BEDELL Centre County Gazette

Hot on the heels of his latest full length CD, “This Way That Way,” John “JT” Thompson has released a five-song EP with a holiday twist. The Bellefonte blues man recently wrote and recorded the tongue-in-cheek “The Season’s Reason” that asks the musical question, “Whatcha’ Gonna Get Me For Christmas?” The song was recorded at Frigo Recording Studio in Boalsburg and features the members of Pure Cane Sugar on backing vocals, along with Rene Witzke on bass, Doug McMinn on saxophone and clarinet and Andy Tolins on guitars and lap steel. It starts off with a beautiful threepart harmony choir piece from Kate Twoey, Molly Countermine and Natalie Berrena (of Pure Cane Sugar) before kicking in to a bluesy shuffle sing-a-long. “The Season’s Reason” is featured on an EP that includes three songs from This Way That Way and a reprise of “The Season’s Reason,” simply called “Whatcha’ Gonna Get Me For Christmas?” This Way That Way was released in July at Thompson’s performance at the Arts Festival. It’s his second solo release and features 12 original songs including, “Summer In The Wintertime,” “Just Over That Wall” and “A Place For You,” all of which are featured on the new EP. Thompson is not a musician to let moss grow under his feet. His weekly schedule includes Thursday nights at The Governor’s Pub in Bellefonte, where Thompson has been allowing musicians come in and sing and play along. Also on Thursdays, he plays with the group Maxwell Strait at the Phyrst in State College. Since 1994,

Thompson has played keyboards with the Triple A Blues Band playing original and eclectic blues at Zeno’s in State College on Friday nights. Sunday nights, Thompson hosts an open Blues Jam at the Darkhorse Tavern in State College. In 2010 Thompson was a Top 8 Finalist at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. He plans to attend again in 2013, this time in a duo with Triple A Blues Band guitarist Andy Tolins. They will represent the Central Pennsylvania Blues Society at the 29th International Blues Challenge in Memphis in late January. Some fundraising shows are scheduled to help pay for the trip. You can download Thompson’s This Way That Way on CD Baby, iTunes and Amazon or buy a copy of the CD at JT’s live shows. More information can be found at www.jtblues.com.

Triquetra jazzes it up By DON BEDELL Centre County Gazette

If you’re looking for an alternative to the same old traditional Christmas songs this year, local group Triquetra might have exactly what you’re looking for with their current release, “Songs For The Season.” Triquetra is the brainchild of Mic Smith (trumpet) and Jeff Gibble (guitar), with the help of Matt Price on drums. Smith is a Tampa-based musician who received his formal training at the Peabody Conservatory. He has performed with the Baltimore Symphony and both the Broadway and national touring companies of “Cats.” He has also been a sub for numerous Broadway productions in New York, and has worked as lead trumpet for such performers as Frank Sinatra, Celine Dion and Pia Zadora. Gibble has toured the East Coast with the rock band Alaska, the fusion band The Edgar Myers Trio and the progressive rock band, AudioJoe. He currently performs in the State College area with the fusion ensemble Unsung Trio and teaches at Robert M. Sides Family Music Center. Drummer Price is a State College-based performer who has been teaching since 2007.

He currently teaches at Robert M. Sides and at the Centre Learning Community Charter School. “Songs For The Season” features nine songs with smooth trumpet solos, burning guitar leads and swinging drums to get you in the Christmas spirit. Among the nine tracks are the relaxing “Silent Night,” the swinging “Jolly Old Saint Nicholas” and a Caribbean-inspired version of “I Saw Three Ships.” The CD is available via download-only on CD Baby by visiting www.cdbaby.com/cd/triquetra. The band can also be found on Facebook by searching triquetragroup.

IngleBean to host screening From Gazette staff reports MILLHEIM — The IngleBean Coffee House and PVCA will screen a new documentary, “Triple Divide,” from 6 to 11 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 14 at the coffee house on 106 E. Main St. in Millheim. The film examines fracking in exceptional value waters in Pennsylvania at the meeting place of three watersheds, and the interactions between the Pa. Department of Environmental Protection and the Public Herald, a non-profit investigative jour-

nalism publication. The event will feature dinner, beverages and baked goods beginning at 6 p.m., followed by an open discussion, beginning at 7 p.m., of the Aaronsburg mine expansion with Jim Zubler of PVCA. The discussion also will address the fracking ban in Ferguson Township with a representative from Ferguson Groundswell. The movie screening will begin at 8 p.m. There is a $2 suggested minimum donation to attend the event. For more information on the film, visit tripledividefilm.org.

‘Dark Knight Rises’ is good, not great By ROY MORRIS For The Gazette

Writer/Director Christopher Nolan brings the trilogy to a close with as loud a bang as possible, but, for me, it was a rather muted and confusing bang. Although a very entertaining rendering of the Caped Crusader saga (I think Tim Burton still had the best take on it) Nolan certainly knows how to put a movie together. Though it was far too long at 2½ hours, it delivered what it intended to deliver — dark, menacing, angst-filled action. Some solid performances and a cleverly interwoven script help to make the plot rattle along at pace — still too long though — and stunningly subtle special effects also add to the entertainment. However, as I already noted, there is confusion and I will get to that later. Set a few months after the end of the last movie, we take up the story after Batman’s self imposed exile has created a divided and unsettled Gotham. New police officers and others are still accusing Batman of killing Harvey Dent and believe that he should yet be brought to justice. A new “supervillain” in the form of the formidably ruthless killer Bane has moved in and is preparing to stake his claim on the city and bring forth his own personal rein of terror. Without giving too much away, there is a revenge plot on Batman and the poaching of his tech toys and, furthermore, a seizing of a nuclear bomb that is used as a tool of terror in “Bane’s” ever maniacal push for power. All this builds up to the inevitable power struggles and all-out battles that take place at the cost of many innocent lives. The Dark Knight does, indeed, rise up again to take on this self appointed rulerabsolute. But this time, and as a fitting finale to the trilogy, does it become a fight that will require the ultimate sacrifice from Batman? Of course you will have to find out for yourself but I will say that despite some obviously cheesy plot developments and some very convenient character deceptions, it is a very watchable and exciting film. OK, to the confusion. This is only because the aspect of the plot that confuses me is so ploddingly interwoven within the overall script that it almost loses itself. The back story about “Bane’s” supposedly tortured past is not explained enough — we see an imprisonment of what appears to be a young Bane held in some middle eastern prison underground. Why? How? By whom? No reason is clearly given except that he, for some reason, feels the need to in-

flict the same terrible punishment on Bruce in the present and so put him out of action during his hostile take over of Gotham. All this does lead up to a big reveal and a shocking character twist that I cannot talk about, of course, but I will say that it did feel forced and overweight with irony. One other aspect that I found to be a strange addition to the movie was the inclusion of Anne Hathaway as Catwoman. Although a great actress and definite power presence on screen, it seemed a bit redundant within the overall need of the story. It’s interesting that all the incarnations of “Catwoman” throughout the years of “Batman” remakes have all seemed to be a strained and odd additions to the “Batman” universe. Michelle Pfeiffer’s portrayal in Tim Burton’s “Batman Returns” (1992) was, for me, the best rendering of this character. Hathaway plays the part well and is very convincing but, again, I just felt that it was a redundant character. There is no doubt that Tim Burton’s presence still reverberates all around the Batman world, even down to Christian Bale’s use of a gruff voice during his caped scenes, very much left over from Michael Keaton’s days as the superhero, and the use of makeup around the eyes to totally blacken the image of Batman other than a neatly groomed lip and chin, again a Burton creation. Christopher Nolan, though, has certainly made his mark on this current telling of the ”Batman” story. This trilogy has earned almost $2.5 billion worldwide in total and, by far, the most successful of the various ”Batman” remakes. The last movie “The Dark Knight” (2008) with an extraordinary Oscar-winning performance by the late Heath Ledger, which most believe is the best of all the movies, has given Nolan something to most certainly be proud of. But with that movie being just so good, I have to say I expected more from this one, maybe too much more. After all, how could anyone possibly follow up Heath Ledger’s perfect Joker? I do recommend seeing “The Dark Knight Rises” and, despite my gripes, it is a well made and entertaining movie, which is what it is supposed to be, but Nolan had set the mark way too high with “The Dark Knight” and obviously had a mountain to climb to beat and, despite doing very well, has really not done so. (I give it 4 stars out of 5 — for the sheer excitement of it all — but it should have been better.) Roy Morris is a freelance writer from Clinton County. He has many years of experience in film, television and theory.

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ONGOING Historical Museum and PA Room — Learn about the local history and genealogy with expert researchers at the Historical Museum and PA Room, 203 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. The hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15. Call (814) 3551516 or visit centrecountylibrary.org. Show and Sale — A holiday show and sales will be held through Jan. 13 at the Bellefonte Art Museum, 133 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. The December featured artist is Perry Winkler. The Tea Room Gallery exhibit features art by Linna Muschlitz, Marilyn McPherson and Mary Vollero. Museum hours are noon to 4:30 p.m. Friday through Saturday. Visit bellefontemuseum.org. Exhibit — “The Pilatos — Art Runs Deep” is a group show celebrating a family of artists will be on display through Feb. 3 at the Green Drake Gallery, 101 W. Main St., Millheim. The opening reception is Dec. 7 from 5-10 p.m. Live music by Cait Cuneo will be performed at 7 p.m. with an artists’ talk at 8:30 p.m. Gallery hours are noon to 8 p.m. Thursday, noon to 9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Call (814) 349-2486, email greendrakeart@gmail.com or visit the website at greendrakeart.com. Mobiles — Dave Kolasa Mobiles will be on display through December at the Elk Creek Café, 100 W. Main St., Millheim. Hours are 4-10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, noon to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. Call (8140 867-7020. Mitten Tree — Holt Memorial Library,

17 N. Front St., Philipsburg will be collecting new and never worn mittens, hats and scarves for the local Community Action to add to their boxes for less privileged kids this Christmas through Dec. 15. They typically distribute around 200 boxes. Nonperishable food items for the food bank’s Christmas distribution will also be collected.

THURSDAY, DEC. 13 Storytime — Preschoolers can enjoy stories and songs at the Thursday Storytime from 10:30-10:50 a.m. at Discovery Space, 112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College. Story times are free with paid admission. Call (814) 234-0200 or email info@mydiscoveryspace.org. Science Adventures — Preschoolers ages 3-5 can work on science-themed activities from 11-11:30 a.m. at Discovery Space, 112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College. Activities are free with paid admission. Call (814) 234-0200 or email info@mydiscoveryspace.org. Lunch Concert — Bach’s Lunch: Trombone Ensemble, with Special Guest Conductor will be performing at 12:10 p.m. Eisenhower Chapel, Pasquerilla Spiritual Center, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit music.psu.edu. 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 centrecountylibrary.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 1:30-2:45 p.m. at Livonia Brush Valley Road, Miles Township. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Diabetes Class — “Life with Diabetes,” a four-day education series that teaches

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Thursday, December 13 through Wednesday, December 19, 2012 AMERICAN ALE HOUSE, 821 CRICKLEWOOD DRIVE, STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-9701 Thursday, Dec. 13 Scott Mangene, 8 p.m. to midnight Friday, Dec. 14 Tommy Wareham, 6 to 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Dec. 15 Tommy Wareham, 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16 Ted and Molly, 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19 Tommy Wareham, 7:30 p.m. THE ARENA BAR & GRILL, 1521 MARTIN ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-8833 Friday, Dec. 14 Shake Shake Shake, 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15 AC Express, 10:30 p.m. THE AUTOPORT, 1405 S. ATHERTON ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-7666 Friday, Dec. 14 Al & Chrissy, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15 Natascha & the Spyboys, 8 p.m. BAR BLEU, 112 S. GARNER ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-0374 Friday, Dec. 14 Lowjack, 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15 Ted McCloskey & The Hi Fis CAFE 210 WEST, 210 W. COLLEGE AVE., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-3449 Thursday, Dec. 13 Public Domain, 10:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14 My Hero Zero, 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15 Hounds of Soul, 7 p.m. My Hero Zero, 10:30 p.m. THE BREWERY, 233 E. BEAVER AVE., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-2892 Sunday, Dec. 16 Karaoke, 9:30 p.m. ELK CREEK CAFÉ AND ALEWORKS, 100 W. MAIN ST., MILLHEIM (814) 349-8850 Thursday, Dec. 13 Putnam Smith Saturday, Dec. 15 Myra, Mick, Stetz and Bowman, 8 p.m. THE GINGERBREAD MAN, 130 HEISTER ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-0361 Thursday, Dec. 13 DJ Cup Cake, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, Dec. 14 DJ Boner, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 15 DJ Cup Cake, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 18 DJ Boner, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19 Team Trivia, 9 to10 p.m. Karaoke, 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. GOVERNORS PUB, 211 W. HIGH ST., BELLEFONTE Thursday, Dec. 13 JT Blues, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19 Bisquit Jam, 6:30 p.m.

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THE PHYRST, 111 E. BEAVER AVE., STATE COLLEGE Thursday, Dec. 13 Jason & Dan, 8 p.m., Maxwell Strait, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday, Dec. 14 Dom & the Fig, 8 to 10 p.m. Ted and the Hi-Fi’s, 10:30 pm to 2 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 15 Live Band, 10:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16 Bumping Uglies, 9 to 10 p.m., Memphis Hat 10 to 11 p.m. Pasadena Band, 11 p.m. Monday, Dec. 17 Open Mic Nite, 9 p.m. To midnight Lowjack Tuesday, Dec. 18 Table Ten, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19 The Nightcrawlers, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. THE RATHSKELLER, 108 S. PUGH ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-3858 Thursday, Dec. 13 Team trivia, 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14 Mr. Hand, 10:30 p.m. THE SALOON, 101 HEISTER ST., STATE COLLEGE, (814) 234-1344 Friday, Dec. 14 John & Chad, 8 p.m. Velveeta, 10:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16 Lowjack, 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 18 Shake Shake Shake, 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19 Hotdog Cart, 10:30 p.m. Z BAR AND THE DELI RESTAURANT, 113 HIESTER ST., STATE COLLEGE (814) 237-5710 Sunday, Dec. 16 Jazz Brunch with Jay Vonada, noon to 2 p.m. — Compiled by Marjorie S. Miller Schedules subject to change. Call the venue for details. The Centre County Gazette is committed to providing readers with a complete list of upcoming live entertainment in Centre County. If your establishment provides live entertainment and would like to have it listed free in The Gazette, simply email listings to mmiller@centrecountygazette.com.

PAGE 26 What’s Happening, from page 25 how to live with and manage your diabetes from 1-3:30 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. Reiki Class — SenioReiki© II: Auxiliary Class is a Reiki Class for seniors and their caregivers will be held from 1-4 p.m. at the Inspired Holistic Wellness, 107 S. Spring St., Bellefonte. Classes cost $35 each or $50 for a couple. Preregistration is required. Call (814) 883-0957 or email at beth@InspiredHolisticWellness.com. Preschool Storytime — Stories and crafts for preschool aged children will be held from 2-3 p.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. The theme is “Finally Winter.” Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit 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. Edible Snowman — Make edible snowman out of marshmallows 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 centrecountylibrary.org. 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 “Wooden Angel Decorations.” Call (814) 342-1987 or visit centrecountylibrary.org. Support Group — The Diabetes Support Group will be held from 6-7 p.m. in Conference Rooms 1 and 2, Entrance E, Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. Call Amy Leffard at (814) 231-7095 or email at aleffard@ mountnittany.org. Knit 1 Pearl 2 — Knitters of all ages and skill level will gather to share ideas and work on current project from 6-7:30 p.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit centrecountylibrary.org. Christmas Gift — Create a Christmas gift using Library supplies from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at East Penns Valley Area Branch Library, 225 E. Main St., Millheim. Call (814) 349-5328 or visit centrecountylibrary.org. Sock Hop — A Holiday Sing and Sock Hop will be held at 6:45 p.m. in the lobby at Centre Crest, 502 E. Howard St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 692-7203. Sock Hop — A Holiday Sing and Sock Hop will be held at 6:45 p.m. at Hearthside Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, 450 Waupelani Dr., State College. Call (814) 6927203. Christmas Carol — The 35th annual one-man performance of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” by retired Penn State instructor Dr. Tony M. Lentz will be performed at 7 p.m. at Park Forest Village United Methodist Church, 1833 Park Forest Ave., State College. The performance is free but donation will be accepted for St. Andrews’ Medical Fund, Zimbabwe. Call (814) 238-3994. Recital — DMA Solo Recital: Joanne Yang, piano will perform at 8 p.m. at Esber Recital Hall, Music Building I, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit music.psu.edu. Concert — Symphonic Band and Concert Band will perform at 8 p.m. Eisenhower Auditorium, University Park. Tickets are available at the Eisenhower Ticket Center (814) 863-0255 or 1-800-ARTS-TIX or online at cpa.psu.edu.

FRIDAY, DEC. 14 Wild Winter Walk — The park naturalist will walk around the local trails to explore natural history topics from animal tracks to dried winter wildflowers from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Nature Inn at Bald Eagle State Park, 201 Warbler Way, Howard. This hike will take place in an area closed to hunting. Participants will be walking at least a mile on uneven surfaces. Call (814) 625-9369. 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. Nativity — The Bald Eagle Valley Community United Methodist Church in Wingate and the Fleming Free Methodist church in Unionville present “The Reason for the Season: A Live Nativity,” to be per-

THE CENTRE COUNTY GAZETTE formed at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Eagle Tire and Towing, 1049 S. Eagle Valley Road, Milesburg. The audience is invited to pet the animals and visit with the cast after the show. The Bald Eagle Valley Community United Methodist Church in Wingate and the Fleming Free Methodist church in Unionville. Concert — Christmas cantata “Silent Night! Holy Night” will be performed at 7 p.m. at the Halfmoon Christian Fellowship Church, 1776 Halfmoon Valley Road, Port Matilda. Film Screening — “Triple Divide,” a documentary about fracking, will be screened from 6-11 p.m. at IngleBean Coffee House, 106 E. Main St., Millheim. The IngleBean will open at 6 p.m. with dinner, beverages and baked goods available. At 7 p.m., there will be a discussion of the Aaronsburg mine expansion with Jim Zubler of PVCA, and of the fracking ban in Ferguson Township with a representative from Freguson Groundswell. The film screening will begin at 8 p.m., and another discussion with the producers, Melissa Troutman and Joshua Pribanic will follow. The cost is $2 donation. Visit http://tripledividefilm.org/ or visit facebook.com/ events/181482298656438/ or call (814) 349-4898. Concert — Essence of Joy will perform at 8 p.m. at Esber Recital Hall, Music Building I, University Park. Tickets are available at the Eisenhower Ticket Center (814) 8630255 or 1-800-ARTS-TIX or online at cpa.psu.edu. Recital — Bass Bash: Double Bass Studio Recital will be performed at 8 p.m. at Pasquerilla Spiritual Center, Eisenhower Chapel, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit music.psu.edu. Scrooge — “Scrooge, The Musical” will be performed by the State College Community Theatre at 7:30 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets are available at the box office. Call (814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre.org.

SATURDAY, DEC. 15 Holiday event — The Centre Region Parks and Recreation invite children ages 5-9 to a morning of holiday fun on from 9 a.m. to noon at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Road, State College. Children can get their picture taken with Santa, participating in holiday games and crafts. Registration is required by Monday, Dec. 10 at crpr.org or call (814) 2313071. Cartoon Series — The Bill Welch’s Classic Cartoon Series will show Looney Tunes at 10 a.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Admission is free. Call (814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre. org. Adoption Event — The Centre County PAWS and Stocker Subaru join Subaru of America for the annual Share the Love campaign and celebration where you can meet adoptable pets looking for homes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Stocker Subaru, 701 Benner Pike, State College. Call (814) 237-8722. Weekend Storytime — Penn State University Librarian Ellysa Stern Cahoy will read stories from 11-11:40 a.m. at Discovery Space, 112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College. Storytimes are free with paid admission. Call (814) 234-0200 or email info@mydiscoveryspace.org. Visit the website at mydiscoveryspace.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 centrecounty library.org. Scrooge — “Scrooge, The Musical” will be performed by the State College Community Theatre at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets are available at the box office. Call (814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre.org. Play — The Fairbrook United Methodist Church will perform “A Charlie Brown Christmas” play at 6 p.m. at the Ferguson Township Elementary School, 215 W. Pine St., Pine Grove Mills. Admission is free and donations will be accepted for the United Methodist Home for Children. Call (814) 571-5135. Nativity — The Bald Eagle Valley Community United Methodist Church in Wingate and the Fleming Free Methodist church in Unionville present “The Reason for the Season: A Live Nativity,” to be performed at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Eagle Tire and Towing, 1049 S. Eagle Valley Road, Milesburg. The audience is invited to pet the animals and visit with the cast after the show. The Bald Eagle Valley Community

United Methodist Church in Wingate and the Fleming Free Methodist church in Unionville. Christmas Concert — Joyful Noise Christmas Concert will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the Howard United Methodist Church, 144 E. Main St., Howard. Light refreshments will follow. Singles Holiday Dance — SAM Dance 4 Singles will hold a dance from 7-11 p.m. at the Mt. Nittany United Methodist Church, 1500 E. Branch Road, State College. Admission is $8, which includes refreshments. Participants must be at least 21 years old. ID will be required. Call (814) 867-7771 or email Dancing2as1@yahoo.com. Recital — DMA Chamber Recital: Mo Su, piano will perform at 6 p.m.at Esber Recital Hall, Music Building I, University Park. Admission is free. Call (814) 863-0255 or visit music.psu.edu.

SUNDAY, DEC. 16 Show — Star of Wonder: A Kid’s Musical of Hope will be performed at 10:30 a.m. at the Park Forest Baptist Church, 3030 Carnegie Drive, State College. A complementary lunch will follow the show. Call (814) 234-1900. Scrooge — “Scrooge, The Musical” will be performed by the State College Community Theatre at 2 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets are available at the box office. Call (814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre.org. Play — The Fairbrook United Methodist Church will perform “A Charlie Brown Christmas” play at 2 p.m. at the Ferguson Township Elementary School, 215 W. Pine St., Pine Grove Mills. Admission is free and donations will be accepted for the United Methodist Home for Children. Call (814) 571-5135. Christmas Choral Concert — Brush Valley Community Choir will perform a Christmas Choral Concert at 3 p.m. at the Methodist Church, Madisonburg Pike, Madisonburg. Offerings donated to local families with financial emergencies. Call (814) 404-8084. Nativity — The Bald Eagle Valley Community United Methodist Church in Wingate and the Fleming Free Methodist church in Unionville present “The Reason for the Season: A Live Nativity,” to be performed at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Eagle Tire and Towing, 1049 S. Eagle Valley Road, Milesburg. The audience is invited to pet the animals and visit with the cast after the show. The Bald Eagle Valley Community United Methodist Church in Wingate and the Fleming Free Methodist church in Unionville. Dinner-Dance — Town & Gown Ball Room Dinner-Dance will be held from 5:30-10 p.m. at the Mountain View Country Club, 100 Elks Club Road, Elks Club Road, Boalsburg. Music will be provided by The Vic Boris Trio. Email for ticketing information at mckayjm@yahoo.com or call (814) 867-1941.

MONDAYS, DEC. 17 Mission Central HUB — Bellefonte Area Mission Central HUB open at from 911 a.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 128 W. Howard St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-9425. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 9:15-10 a.m. at the Continental Court, 650 Maple Drive, Bellefonte. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Preschool Storytime — Stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 are available from 10:30-11:15 a.m. at Centre County Library & Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit centrecountylibrary. org. Preschool Storytime — Picture book stories, puppet play and crafts for children will be available from 10:30-11:15 a.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. The theme is Christmas. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit centre countylibrary.org. Preschool Storytime — Stories paired with songs, rhyme, puppet play, crafts or activities that are theme focused from 10:30-11 a.m. at East Penns Valley Area Branch Library, 225 E. Main St., Millheim. The theme is “Christmas” Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 349-5328 or visit centrecountylibrary. org.

DECEMBER 13-19, 2012 Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Way Fruit Farm, 2355 Halfmoon Valley Road, Port Matilda. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Line Dancing — The Centre Region Parks and Recreation will have line dancing at 10:50 a.m. at the Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser St. No. 1, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Holiday Movies — “Holiday Inn” will be shown at 1 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets $6 with $1 going to charity. Call (814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 1:15-3:15 p.m. at Port Matilda Baptist Church, 105 S. Main St., Port Matilda. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 3:30-4 p.m. at Miles Trailer Park, Huston Township. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Holiday Movies — “White Christmas” will be shown at 4 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets $6 with $1 going to charity. Call (814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 4:15-4:45 p.m. at the Unionville Community Center, state Route 220, Unionville. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Knit Wits — Bring your projects to share ideas and tips with others who knit or crochet from 6-7 p.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Beginner and experienced crocheters or knitters are welcome. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit centrecountylibrary.org. Holiday Movies — “Miracle on 34th Street” will be shown at 7:30 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets $6 with $1 going to charity. Call (814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre. org.

TUESDAY, DEC. 18 Seniors Hiking Group — Enjoy a moderate hike in the great outdoors at 9 a.m. at various locations in and around State College. The hikes are free except for car pool donations. To register call (814) 231-3076 or visit crpr.org. Coffee Time — Bring a friend and savor that second cup of coffee and conversation from 9:30-11 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall, Howard United Methodist Church, West Main Street, Howard. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 10 a.m. to noon at Pine Glen Fire Company, 1003 Pine Glen Road, Karthaus. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Mother Goose On the Loose — Children ages 3 and younger and an adult can participate in a musical rhyming adventure through the world of Mother Goose from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit centrecounty library.org. Preschool Storytime — Stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 will feature a transportation theme from 1:30-2:15 p.m. at Centre County Library & Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. The theme is “Sharing and Family.” Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit centrecounty library. =org. Holiday Movies — “Miracle on 34th Street” will be shown at 1 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets $6 with $1 going to charity. Call (814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 1:30-3:45 p.m. at Hall’s Market, 491 E. Sycamore Road, Snow Shoe. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Fizz Bang Eureka — After-school educational science experiment and activities

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DECEMBER 13-19, 2012 What’s Happening, from page 26 are available from 3:30-4:15 p.m. at East Penns Valley Area Branch Library, 225 E. Main St., Millheim. Call (814) 349-5328 or visit centrecountylibrary.org. Holiday Movies — “Holiday Inn” will be shown at 4 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets $6 with $1 going to charity. Call (814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 4:15-5 p.m. at Boggs Township/Milesburg at the corner of Dell Street and Sparrow Drive. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Yoga Class — A gentle yoga class will be held from 5-6 p.m. at the Howard United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 144 W. Main St., Howard. The class is designed to have all flows on the floor. Gain flexibility and strength and leave feeling calm, open and rejuvenated. Cost is $10 for each class. Call Kathie at (814) 625-2852 or email at kathieb1@comcast.net. Christmas Gift — Create a Christmas gift using Library supplies from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at East Penns Valley Area Branch Library, 225 E. Main St., Millheim. Call (814) 349-5328 or visit centrecountylibrary.org. Yoga Class — A basics level yoga class will be held from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Howard United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 144 W. Main St., Howard. The class is intended for those who may have had some prior yoga experience. Gain flexibility and

THE CENTRE COUNTY GAZETTE strength and leave feeling calm, open and rejuvenated. Cost is $10 for each class. Call Kathie at (814) 625-2852 or email at kathieb1@comcast.net. Line Dancing — The Centre Region Parks and Recreation will have line dancing at 7 p.m. at the Mt. Nittany Residence, 301 Rolling Ridge Drive, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. A Joint Venture — A free class on hip and knee replacements will meet from 7-8 p.m. to noon in Conference Room 1, 2 or 3, Entrance A, Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. Contact Val Coakley at vcoakley@mount nittany.org or call (814) 278-4810. Holiday Movies — “White Christmas” will be shown at 7:30 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets $6 with $1 going to charity. Call (814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre.org.

WEDNESDAYS, DEC. 19 Book Babies Storytime — Books, music and language building activities to stimulate a child’s brain growth will be held from at 9:30-10 a.m. at Centre County Library & Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit centrecountylibrary.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Church of Christ, 161 Beach St., Blanchard. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania

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standards for early learning. Preschool Storytime — Stories and crafts for children ages 3-6 are available from 10:30-11:15 a.m. at Centre County Library & Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit centrecountylibrary.org. Preschool Storytime — Stories and crafts for preschool will be held from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Holt Memorial Library, 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. The theme is “Winter Holidays.” Storytime programs meet Pennsylvania learning standards for early childhood education. Call (814) 3421987 or visit centrecountylibrary.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. at the Borough Building, 146 Black St., Howard. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Line Dancing — The Centre Region Parks and Recreation will have line dancing at 10:50 a.m. at the Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser St., No. 1, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Mission Central HUB — Bellefonte Area Mission Central HUB open at from 13 p.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 128 W. Howard St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-9425. Holiday Movies — “White Christmas” will be shown at 1 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets $6 with $1 going to charity. Call

(814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre.org. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. in Walker Township at Nittany Valley Drive and Madison Avenue. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Bookmobile — The Centre County Library’s Bookmobile will be located from 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. at the Hublersburg Inn, 449 Hublersburg Road, Howard. Program schedules are available on the bookmobile. All story time programs follow the Pennsylvania standards for early learning. Fizz Bang Eureka — After-school educational science experiment and activities are available from 3-3:30 p.m. at Centre Hall Branch Library, 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit centre countylibrary.org. Holiday Movies — “Miracle on 34th Street” will be shown at 4 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets $6 with $1 going to charity. Call (814) 272-0606 or visit statetheatre.org. Holiday Open House — A holiday open house will be held from 4-6 p.m. at Elmcroft Senior Living, 150 Farmstead Lane, State College. Enjoy Christmas music, wine and hors d’oeuvres. RSVP to Linda by Dec. 13 by calling (814) 235-7675. Holiday Movies — “Holiday Inn” will be shown at 7:30 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Tickets $6 with $1 going to charity. Call (814) 2720606 or visit statetheatre.org. — Compiled by Gazette staff

GROUP MEETINGS The Gazette will publish the regular meeting dates and times for all Centre County social and service groups, organizations, clubs, etc. that have membership open to the public. To be included in the weekly listing send information by Wednesday one week prior to publication to community@centrecountygazette.com or mail to: The Centre County Gazette, attn: Group Meetings, 403 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801. Adult Bible Study and Kids Program offering practical help from the Bible and a fun and productive time for kids will meet 7 p.m. Wednesdays Nittany Baptist Church, 430 Mountain Back Road, Spring Mills. Call (814) 360-1601 or visit nittanybaptist.org. Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse — Men’s Support Group sponsored by The Centre County Women’s Resource Center from 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesdays. Call (814) 2375220 ext. 247, email edteam@ ccwrc.org or visit ccwrc.org. Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse — Women’s Support Group sponsored by The Centre County Women’s Resource Center from 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesdays. Call (814) 237-5220 ext. 247, email edteam@ccwrc.org or visit ccwrc.org. ALIVE Teen Club meets at 6 p.m. Sundays at First Baptist Church, 539 Jacksonville Road, Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-5678 or visit fbcbellefonte.org. AWANA Club is at 6 p.m. every Sunday at the First Baptist Church, 539 Jacksonville Road, Bellefonte. Activities and Bible lessons will be held for children ages 3 to sixth grade. Materials provided. Call (814) 355-5678 or visit fbcbellefonte.org. Bald Eagle Watershed Association meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Wednesday at the Milesburg Borough Building, 416 Front St., Milesburg. Visit baldeaglewatershed. com. Bald Eagle Area Class Of 1960 meets for lunch at 11:30 a.m. the third Thursday of every month at The Bestway Restaurant, 1023 N. Eagle Valley Road, Howard. Call Barb (814) 466-6027. Bald Eagle Area Class of 1964 meets for breakfast 9 a.m. the fourth Saturday of the month at the Bestway Restaurant, state Route 150, I-80 exit 158, Milesburg. Dinner will be at 5:30 p.m. on the third Friday of the month at the Bellefonte Moose, 125 N. Spring St., Bellefonte. Call Sue (814) 625-2132 or bea.1964@yahoo.com. Bald Eagle Area Class of 1965 meets for dinner at 5:30 p.m. the last Friday of each month, Bellefonte Moose, 125 N. Spring St., Bellefonte. Call Bob (814) 383-2151. Bellefonte High School Class of 1956 meets for dinner at 6 p.m. the second Friday of each month, Bellefonte Moose, 125 N. Spring St., Bellefonte. Call Kay (814) 3592738. Bellefonte Elks Lodge meets 7 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays of each month, Bellefonte Elks, 120 W. High St., Bellefonte. Bellefonte Kiwanis Club meets at noon Tuesdays at the Moose Club, 125 N. Spring St., Bellefonte. Call Richard King, (814) 355-9606 or email kings430elinn@yahoo. com. Bellefonte Sunrise Rotary Club meets 7:30 a.m. Fridays, Diamond Deli, 103 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call Mary Jane Fisher (814) 355-5905. Bellefonte Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1600 meets 8 p.m. the second Thursday of every month, Post Home, Spring Street, Bellefonte. Better Breathers Support Group meets 3:30 p.m. the third Thursday every month, HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, 550 E. College Ave., Pleasant Gap. Call (814) 359-3421. Business Networking International meets 7 a.m. Thursdays, Celebration Hall, 2280 Commercial Blvd., State College. Members share ideas, contacts and business refer-

rals. Fee is $10 for room and breakfast. Call Kelly Swisher (814) 280-1656. Boy Scouts of America BSA Troop 66 meets at 7-8 p.m. every Tuesday at Pleasant Gap United Methodist Church, 179 S. Main St., Pleasant Gap. Email Scoutmaster Bill Weaver at standinten@aol.com. Centre County Down Syndrome Society meets at 8 p.m., the third Monday of each month at Easter Seals, 383 Rolling Ridge Drive, State College. Email ccdssociety@gmail.com or visit centrecountydown syndrome.org. Centre County Real Estate Investment Club meets 7-9 p.m. the third Thursday of every month at RE/MAX Centre Realty, 1375 Martin St., State College. Call (814) 280-5839 or email len@decarmine.com. Visit centrecountyreiclub.org. Centre Line Riders — ABATE of Pennsylvania, Chapter 18 meet at noon the third Saturday of each month at the Centre Hall American Legion, 2928 Penns Valley Pike, Centre Hall. Circle of Hope, a support group for special-needs children and families, meets at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month at Tyrone Public Library, 1000 Pennsylvania Ave., Tyrone. Call Angie (814) 386-1826 or alavanish@live.com. FHA Center for Weight Management and Nutrition bariatric surgery support group will meet from 6-7 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at the Lewistown Hospital, Classroom 4, 400 Highland Ave., Lewistown. Call (717) 2427099 or visit myfamilyhealthassociates.com I.O.O.F. Centre Lodge #153 meets 7:30 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month, I.O.O.F. Lodge Hall 756 N. Main St., Pleasant Gap. Junior Rockhounds meets 5 p.m. third Wednesdays of

each month (except November 28 2012 which is the fourth Wednesday), Room 121, Earth and Engineering Sciences Building, University Park. Call (814) 867-6263 or visit nittanymineral.org. Ladies Grief Support Group meets 2 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday at Living Faith Church, 113 Sunset Acres, Milesburg. Call Hazel at (814) 387-4952. The Milesburg Lions Club meets 7 p.m. first and third Tuesday every month, Milesburg Center across from UniMart. MOPS, Mothers of Preschoolers, sponsored by New Hope Church is designed to nurture every mother with children from pregnancy through kindergarten meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at The State College Evangelical Free Church, 1243 Blue Course Drive, State College. Childcare is provided for each monthly meeting. Visit statecollegemops. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets 6 p.m. every third Tuesday, HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, Outpatient Entrance, 550 E. College Ave., Pleasant Gap. The support group is affiliated with the National MS Society. Call (814) 359-3421. Nittany Knights Barbershop Chorus meets 7:15 p.m. every Monday, South Hills School, State College. Men who like to sing are welcome. Visit nittanyknights.org, or call Bill (814) 355-3557. Nittany Mineral Society will hold a social at 6:30 p.m. and meet at 7:30 p.m. the third Wednesdays, Room 116 Auditorium of the Earth and Engineering Sciences Building, University Park. Call (814) 867-6263 or visit nittanymineral.org. — Compiled by Gazette staff

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LHU hires Cipriano New apartment options coming in 2013 From Gazette staff reports

LOCK HAVEN — Lock Haven University recently introduced a new member of the external affairs and communications department. Dena Cipriano, manager of marketing and communications, joined Lock Haven University on Dec. 3 and will serve both campuses in Lock Haven and Clearfield. “Lock Haven University is an excellent educational institution, and it’s an honor DENA CIPRIANO to be part of the team,” she said. “I am looking forward to getting to know the campus well and using my skill set to help the university achieve its strategic goals.”

Rodney Jenkins, executive assistant to the president for external relations and communications, said: “We are pleased that Dena has joined the LHU family and look forward to her using her skills to help move the LHU agenda forward.” Cipriano arrives at Lock Haven with more than eight years of experience in the communications field. She began her career as a newspaper writer at the Williamsport Sun-Gazette and Centre Daily Times in State College before moving into the public relations field. She served as public relations and grants coordinator for the PhilipsburgOsceola Area School District for the past five years. Through her leadership, the school district obtained a 5-year $3 million grant to improve literacy, the largest competitive award, and embarked on numerous successful communications initiatives. Cipriano lives in Bellefonte with her husband, Guy.

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By StateCollege.com STATE COLLEGE — Maybe you’re panicking because you don’t know where you’re living next year, or even next semester. Don’t fret. By fall 2013, there will be more than 2,300 new bed spaces available, with even more coming once all of the dorms in South Halls are completed in 2014. Whether it’s an apartment you’re looking for, cottage-style living or certain amenities you’re after, find what best suits your living preferences here. From complexes opening in August 2013 to classic apartment buildings in the heart of downtown State College, all of the information is in once place.

THE HEIGHTS The Heights is located on Blue Course Drive, and students can choose to rent apartments with two, three or four bedrooms. The rent is $650, $600 and $560, respectively. Rent is all-inclusive with the exception of electric. The Heights is advertised as having “quantity and quality,” with fully-furnished apartments, walk-in closets and even private bathrooms, green space, patios and balconies. Apartments range from 1,183 square feet to 1,651 square feet. There will be 587 beds in total in the Heights. An 7,700-square foot clubhouse is on site, complete with two fire pits, a WiFi cafe, a fitness center and tanning salons. There is also an outdoor, multi-sports court, many places to park for residents and guests and biking and jogging trails. No security deposit is required, and students are privy to individual leases. Parking is free, and CATA bus passes are included. Even more information is available at The Heights leasing office, 436 E. College Ave.

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AMY ROBERSON, assistant manager from Ten Thousand Villages, arranges handcrafted scarves at the annual Ten Thousand Villages Festival Sale in the HUB-Robeson Center on Dec. 5. Ten Thousand Villages is an independent and non-profit organization that sells handmade gifts from diverse cultures of artisans all over the world. A percentage from all sales go to Springfield FTK, an annual contributor to THON.

Team wins $10,000 for sustainability research From Gazette staff reports UNIVERSITY PARK — A diverse team of judges has recognized an interdisciplinary team of graduate students as the grand prize winner of $10,000 in the Dow Sustainability Innovation Student Challenge Award at Penn State. Roland Cusick , ciivil and environmental engineering; Marta Hatzell, civil and environmental engineering; Michael Parks, sociology; and Emily SmithGreenaway, sociology; developed a solution titled “Sustainable Improvement of Drinking-water and Sanitation in African Slums using Microbial Electrochemical Technologies and Attention to Self-efficacy within Local Communities.” The faculty adviser for the team was Bruce Logan, Evan Pugh Chair of Environmental Engineering. The second place team of Yuexiao Shen, chemical engineering; Patrick

Saboe, chemical engineering; Bryan Ferlez, biochemistry, microbiology, and molecular biology; Mustafa Erbakan, bioengineering; and Manuel Escotet will be awarded $2,500 for their entry: “Solar Energy Based Biomimetic Water Desalination and Purification.” This Dow SISCA contest recognizes and rewards students and universities for their innovation and research of sustainable solutions to the world’s most pressing social, economic and environmental problems.The program is designed to promote forward thinking in social and environmental responsibility, and acknowledges the energy, commitment and enthusiasm of students and their professors who support their innovations. Penn State will be participating in the DOW SISCA Challenge in 2013. A call for entries will be announced on Feb. 1, 2013.

The Retreat, which developers hope will become known as “the ultimate student living experience” and is advertised as the “home of the largest pool in State College,” opens in August on Waupelani Drive with several different cottage-style homes to choose from. Students can choose from two to five bedrooms, with up to five-and-a-half bathrooms and rent ranging from $665-$885 a year. Apartments come with bedrooms of two, three, four and five. There are around 500 beds in The Retreat. Rent is all-inclusive with the exception of gas and electric. There is a $45 application fee, a $150 administration fee, a $299 activity fee and a $35 charge for furniture, all one-time only. The Retreat has amenities that include built-in bookcases, nine-foot ceilings, granite countertops, security systems, stainless steel appliances, full-size washers and dryers, spacious closets and an electric keying system. Sitting on 15,600 square feet alone, The Retreat’s clubhouse offers students “resortstyle living,” with large-screen television sets, a fitness center, a tanning salon, group study rooms, pool side grilling, a golf simulator, a sauna, a gaming lounge and a spa suite with a massage area. Outside, in addition to the pool, there are multi-sport facilities. Parking is free, and CATA bus passes are included. For more information, go to the leasing office, 322 W. College Ave., or email The Retreat.

THE VILLAS AT HAPPY VALLEY Located on Trout Road, the brand new town homes available with three bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms start leasing at $585.

With 145 units planned and three bedrooms to a unit, the Villas will have at least 435 beds. Catch a view of Beaver Stadium from your window and enjoy designer appliances, private bedrooms and private bathrooms, on two levels. CATA bus passes are included, and there is free parking on site. “No roommates, no problem,” representatives for The Villas said. Roommate matching is available at the front office. Laundry is on-site, as is a fitness center and swimming pool. Rooms are available for undergraduate students, graduate students and non-students. For more information, contact the leasing office at the Apartment Store, 444 E. College Ave. Amenities for the approximately 6,000square foot complex include a fitness center, study rooms and general meeting areas, a pool and clubhouse, volleyball courts and bicycle paths. “They can really enjoy it. There are really some spectacular views of Beaver Stadium and it’s situated in a shopping area,” said Steve Bisbee, vice president for development at Keystone Real Estate. “It’s where students can just enjoy being in Happy Valley.”

THE LEGACY Located on the corner of Beaver Avenue and Hetzel Street, next to Bryce Jordan Towers, the property is being built by HFL corporation, the same company who built Bryce Jordan Towers, Campus Towers and Centre Court. Units feature four bedrooms and two bathrooms, luxury furnishing, built-in desks, new appliances, on-site laundry, keyed entry and on-site covered parking. There will be 75 units in the building, with a maximum occupancy of five residents to an apartment. There will be a maximum of 375 beds. All utilities are included, and The Legacy touts a workout and fitness center inside. HFL Corp., which is heading up the project, has confirmed that plans for more housing are in the works, though more details are not ready to be released.

PENN STATE DORMS Meanwhile, back on campus, Penn State is helping out students who are in a rut because they need to find housing off campus for the first time. Student Affairs has scheduled a Spring 2013 Housing Fair, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26, in the HUB-Robeson Center. Also on campus, the 55-year-old South Halls dorms are under renovation. Penn State provided a rendering of what they may look like upon completion. Plans are in place for 1,091 bed spaces in South Halls, otherwise known as South-Proper, on College Avenue, Housing Director Conal Carr said. Carr said while 67 beds will be lost because of a new private bathroom design, the addition of a new residence hall will ultimately mean South Halls is gaining 144 spaces, Carr said. The new building, which has yet to be named, and Haller Hall and Lyons Hall will be completed in Aug. 2013 with 461 bed spaces. They are currently off line, Carr said. Ewing Hall and Cross Hall will open in Jan. 2014 with 250 bed spaces. Cooper Hall and Hoyt Hall will open in Aug. 2014 with 274 bed spaces, and Hibbs Hall and Stephens Hall in Jan. 2015 with 250 bed spaces. These buildings will be off line for one semester the summer before opening, Carr said.

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 NOV. 19-23, 2012 BENNER TOWNSHIP Amberleigh LP and Berks Construction to Jeremy M. Nagle and Jaime L. Nagle, 147 Exeter Lane, $171,125.

COLLEGE TOWNSHIP Robert W. Schrauf and Sonia A. Cavigelli

to John W. Carroll, 1645 Hawthorn Drive, $205,000. Richard J. Santillo and Kristy A. Santillo to Kristy A. Santillo, 230 Mountain Road, $10. Randy A. Rogers and Rebekah M. Rogers to Robert W. Schrauf and Sonia A. Cavigelli, 1021 Evergreen Road, $395,000.

FERGUSON TOWNSHIP Bevan M. Noack and Renee G. Noack to PARS Real Estate LLC, 931 W. Aaron Drive, $555,000. Blake E. Ketchum to Jon Kauffman, 116 S. Kirk St., $127,200. Mary E. Neidigh and Mary E. Benn to

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DECEMBER 13-19, 2012 Deeds, from page 28 Blake Ketchum, 114 Elm Road, $218,000. Thomas Dunleavy by agent and Rebecca Dunleavy by agent to Sirva Relocation Properties LLC, 1425 E. Park Hills Ave., $265,000. Sirva Relocation Properties LLC to Michael K. Marx and Jennifer A. Marx, 1425 E. Park Hills Ave., $265,000. S&A Homes Inc. to Mahmut Taylan Kandemir and Canan Sahin Kandemir , 2114 Autumnwood Drive, $352,724.

THE CENTRE COUNTY GAZETTE Rougeaux and Cory P. Rougeaux, W. Sycamore Road, $1. Anna Mae Surovec to Thomas J. Breon II, 232 Hickory Road, $135,000.

SPRING TOWNSHIP Toby J. Bickel to Daniel J. Gill, 815 W. Water St., $109,000. Meredith B. Risheberger o Dennis L. Fetters Sr. and Nancy L. Fetters, 1679 Axemann Road, $210,000. Springfield Limited Partnership and Fine Line Homes Inc. to Jason A. Russell and Michelle L. Russell, 88 Landon Drive, $280,000.

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Keith R. Confer and Charley E. Confer to Keith R. Confer and Stacey L. Confer, 552 Penns Creek, $1.

Carol J. Hancock Gold and Richard Barry Gold to Xiaoye You and Hsiao-Hui Yang, 134 E. Doris Ave., $226,000.

PAGE 29 John M. Hess, Terri L. Hess and Caitlyn E. Hess to Ravenscroft Family Trust, Gregory Alan Ravenscroft trustee and Lauren B. Ravenscroft trustee, 625 Waring Ave., $300,000. Nittany Valley Realty Inc. to 101 East Beaver Partners LLC, 101 E. Beaver Ave., $2,250,000.

WALKER TOWNSHIP Greg Gill and Linda Gill to Michael J Fedisson and Amanda R. Fedisson, 1151 E. Springfield Dr., $310,000. Karen S. Foreman and M. David Foreman to Jason D. Rimmey and Amanda L. Rimmey. 1248 Blue Spruce Drive, $199,000. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Compiled by Gazette staff

HALFMOON TOWNSHIP Maureen J. Guth to Mark E. Owens and Laura L. Owens, 10 Cornfield Lane, $223,000. Pine Hall Enterprises to Joel R. Reed and Deanne C. Reed, 3252 Marengo Road, $$450,000. Lois Andrews to James F. Andrews, 353 Loveville Road, $1.

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HARRIS TOWNSHIP Esther U. Strause Trust and Esther U. Strause to Robert W. Hummer and Frances Anne Tubiolo, 230 Mountain Road, $210,000. William Andrews and Joan Andrews to Howard I. Miller and Crescent D. Miller, 167 Blarney Lane, $130,000. TOA PA IV LP to Bruce E. Vinion and Kevin M. Brown, 134 Plymouth Circle, $299,059.43. Jo-Ann Jodon to Daniel James Raffetto and Alyssa Joan Raffetto, 1110 Boalsburg Pike, $168,500. TOA PA IV LP to Edward M. Martin and Gloria L. Martin, $457,038.38.

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