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HappyValley.com is the comprehensive online guide to fun in the beautiful Happy Valley region. To advertise on HappyValley.com, contact Anita Woodman, Anita@happyvalley.com. To submit content, contact Jodie Dello Stritto at jodie@happyvalley.com. Penn State Winter Sports Season Revs Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Travel to a Village of Yesteryear in Happy Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 What’s New in Happy Valley?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Tussey Mountain = THE Place for Winter Fun!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Baby, It’s Cold Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 What Does 2016 Have in Store for Penn State?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Must-See Winter Sports Match-ups!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Penn Staters Are Everywhere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Everything You Need for Perfect Gift Giving is Right Here! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 It’s OK…You Can Give Yourself a Gift this Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Season of Giving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Give the Gift of Wine!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 The Rumors Are True! Pizza Mia Just Got Even Better. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Grand Opening in Innovation Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 FIVE Reasons to Love Innovation Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 National Recruiters Target Penn State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Working in Happiest Place on Earth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Eat, Play, Live in Happy Valley!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Make the Holidays Even Brighter with Meals, Stays and Events at The Nittany Lion Inn and The Penn Stater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Affinity Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Northland Bowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Palmer Museum of Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Dante’s Restaurants and Nightlife . . . . . . . . 9 ESSpa at the Carnegie Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Happy Valley Vineyard and Winery. . . . . . . 48 Heritage Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Hoag's Catering and Celebration Hall. . . . 23 HV Tech Beat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Kelly's Steak and Seafood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Mount Nittany Vineyard & Winery. . . . . . . . 36
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Pizza Mia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Seven Mountains Wine Cellars . . . . . . . . . . 35 State College Spikes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 The Field Burger & Tap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Tussey Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Vamos Lion Chariot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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Rudolph the Red‑Nosed Reindeer: The Musical Bryce Jordan Center bjc.psu.edu
Daily until 1/3/16
December 5‑6
Holiday Lights on the Lake
A Heartland Christmas
Lakemont Park
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December 4
Penn State Ice Hockey vs Michigan State Pegula Ice Arena Beaver Stadium gopsusports.com
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Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trails Happyvalley.com/ HeartlandChristmas
February 23
Beauty and the Beast at Eisenhower Auditorium Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu
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Football’s Over, Now What? All the Best, Right Here!
Happy Valley is synonymous with football, and don’t get me wrong, we locals love it. Even though the traffic is a beast and some of our favorite restaurants are harder to book, football season brings an energy to this place that is a really cool thing. But as football winds down and the almost‑audible buzz is dying down... this is when I really love this place. Because after our ‘biggest thing’ has stopped planning your weekends, you get to see all the other things we have to offer. And, as added bonus, it’s all just in time for the holidays. Winter Sports. Pegula Arena turns our hometown to Hockey Valley in wintertime as host of Division 1 men’s and women’s ice hockey teams. Watch for the men’s basketball team, welcoming what is widely considered the program’s best class at Penn State, and the Lady Lions coming in the paint with some top scorers. And you need to get your tickets while you can so you can witness the wrestling team battle their way back their #2 ranking. Read more on page 8. Plus, you can get out of the spectator’s seat and take on some winter sports yourself with a full roster of skiing, tubing and intramural competition at Tussey Mountain! Work. You already know that Happy Valley is a great place to play, but it’s a pretty great place to live and work too. Lately, the rest of the world has been noticing how good we are at combining great quality of life with innovation, a grow‑ ing economy and entrepreneurship. You can read about it on page 40 (along some super cool stats – did you know that Penn State is the number one pick for recruiters, beating Ivy League schools soundly? Take that, Harvard!) Holiday Fun. To put it in a nutshell, we have you covered this holiday season. From tasting trails to the Bellefonte Victo‑ rian Christmas Celebration to the Lemont German Christmas Market to Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer at Bryce Jordan … it’s pretty perfect. In fact, the only thing that could make it much better would be some snow on Mount Nittany. It’s winter in the best place to live, work and play – read on! (and if you like what you see, sign up to get our top picks every week! Text HAPPYVALLEY to 42828 and you’ll be entered in our giveaway – a $50 gift card to Kelly's Steak and Seafood!!) Cara Aungst Managing Editor
Calendar of Events November
November 21
Football vs Michigan Beaver Stadium gopsusports.com November 21 Chrissy and the Heart Attacks The Arena Bar and Grill arenabarandgrill.com November 21-22 A Heartland Christmas Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trails Happyvalley.com/ HeartlandChristmas November 21 Winemaker’s Harvest Dinner Mount Nittany Winery mtnittanywinery.com
November 21 FUSE Musical Theatre Cabaret Singing Onstage Studios fuseproductions.org
November 24 Penn State Basketball vs Radford Bryce Jordan Center gopsusports.com
November 28 Live Music with David Pulizzi Seven Mountains Wine Cellars sevenmountainswinecellars.com
November 21 Live Music with Chris Good Seven Mountains Wine Cellars sevenmountainswinecellars.com
November 27 – December 12 Polar Bear Express at Rockhill Trolley Museum (recurs every Friday & Saturday until 12/12) The Rockhill Trolley Museum rockhilltrolley.org
November 28-29 A Heartland Christmas Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trails Happyvalley.com/ HeartlandChristmas
November 22 Fall Open House Series The Pasto Agricultural Museum agsci.psu.edu November 22 Live Music with Rhyne McCormick Seven Mountains Wine Cellars sevenmountainswinecellars.com November 22 Lady Lions vs Central Connecticut State Bryce Jordan Center gopsusports.com
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November 27 Gas Station Disco The Arena Bar and Grill arenabarandgrill.com November 28 Big Daddy Bangers The Arena Bar and Grill arenabarandgrill.com
November 28 Penn State Basketball vs Bucknell Bryce Jordan Center gopsusports.com November 29 Live Music with Steve Summerhill Seven Mountains Wine Cellars sevenmountainswinecellars.com
December
December 1 Vienna Boys Choir Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu
December 4-5 Lemont Village German Christmas Market Lemont Granary lemontvillage.org December 4-5 Penn State Ice Hockey vs Michigan State Pegula Ice Arena gopsusports.com December 5 Jazz Me Holiday Show Seven Mountains Wine Cellars sevenmountainswinecellars.com
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Calendar of Events December 16 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical Bryce Jordan Center bjc.psu.edu December 16-19 The Santaland Diaries The State Theatre fuseproductions.org
December 20 Bolshoi Ballet: The Nutcracker The State Theatre | thestatetheatre.org December 5-6 Wreaths and Swags Shaver’s Creek shaverscreek.org December 5-6 A Heartland Christmas Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trails Happyvalley.com/ HeartlandChristmas December 6 Live Music with Jason Thomas Seven Mountains Wine Cellars sevenmountainswinecellars.com December 6 School of Music Feature: Mosaic Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu December 6 Bolshoi Ballet: Jewels The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org December 11-13 Festival of Trees CPI ccunitedway.org December 11 Penn State Ice Hockey vs Princeton Pegula Ice Arena gopsusports.com
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December 12 Gingerbread House Decorating at Millbrook Marsh Millbrook Marsh Nature Center crpr.org December 12-13 Mulled Wine & Gingerbread Open House at Mt. Nittany Winery Mt. Nittany Vineyard & Winery mtnittanywinery.com December 12-13 Santa in the Cave at Lincoln Caverns Lincoln Caverns lincolncaverns.com December 12 A Charlie Brown Christmas The State Theatre fuseproductions.org December 13 Plant Prints: Gift Making Shaver’s Creek shaverscreek.org December 15 Cherish the Ladies at The State Theatre The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
January 22 Sybarite5 Schwab Auditorium cpa.psu.edu
February 13 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu
January 23 Strawberry Fields Forever The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
December 18 Solstice Celebration Shaver’s Creek shaverscreek.org
January 27 Spotlight Concert from Penn State School of Music Esber Recital Hall oss.ticketmaster.com
December 20 Bolshoi Ballet: The Nutcracker The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
January 28 The Mayhem Poets Schwab Auditorium cpa.psu.edu
December 20 FUSE Musical Theatre Cabaret Singing Onstage Studios fuseproductions.org
January 31 Bridal Expo Central PA The Penn Stater Conference Center bridalexpocentralpa.com
December 31 – January 1 First Night State College Downtown State College firstnightstatecollege.com
January
January 13 The Lion King Jr. The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
January 21 Classical Coffeehouse: Sybarite5 Hintz Family Alumni Center cpa.psu.edu January 21 Carnegie Wine Dinner Series Night of the Killer Reds Carnegie Inn and Spa carnegieinnandspa.com
February 17 Spotlight Concert from Penn State School of Music Esber Recital Hall oss.ticketmaster.com February 18 Windscape Schwab Auditorium cpa.psu.edu February 18-20 Seminar, a New Comedy Penn State Downtown Theatre fuseproductions.org/seminar/
January 31 Bolshoi Ballet: Taming of the Shrew The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
February
February 2 Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu February 5 Billy Childs, Map to Treasure: Reimagining Laura Nyo Schwab Auditorium cpa.psu.edu February 11 VOCES8 Pasquerilla Spiritual Center cpa.psu.edu
February 23 Beauty and the Beast at Eisenhower Auditorium Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu February 25 globalFEST on the Road: Creole Carnival Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu February 26 Jason Aldean: We Were Here Tour Bryce Jordan Center bjc.psu.edu February 28 Penn State Philharmonic Orchestra Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu
March
March 3 Russian National Orcestra Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu
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Calendar of Events March 16 Patty Griffin, Sara Watkins, Anaïs Mitchell Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu
March 23 Spotlight Concert from Penn State School of Music Esber Recital Hall oss.ticketmaster.com
March 20 Bolshoi Ballet: Spartacus The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
March 24 Carnegie Wine Dinner Wines of South America Carnegie Inn and Spa carnegieinnandspa.com
March 23 Arctic Rhythms Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu
February 26 Jason Aldean: We Were Here Tour Bryce Jordan Center | bjc.psu.edu
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April
April 8 Dallas Children’s Theatre presents the BFG Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu April 11-12 Chicago Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu
March 31 Moscow Festival Ballet The Sleeping Beauty Eisenhower Auditorium cpa.psu.edu
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Penn State Winter Sports Season Revs Up
Supportive Nittany Lion Fan Base Boosts National Rankings for Winter Teams By John Patishnock It’s mid‑November, which means Happy Valley has transformed into Hockey Valley, with both the men’s and women’s ice hockey programs coming off seasons in which each squad racked up a litany of program records and accomplished lots of “firsts,” including the first winning season for each team and a record number of wins. The men’s ice hockey team finished 18‑15‑4, while the women featured a 17‑16‑4 mark. 8
While Pegula Ice Arena has rightfully attracted skyrocketing interest — both programs rank in the top 10 nationally in atten‑ dance for Division Ice hockey —fans have been taking advantage of their additional options beyond the ice in Happy Valley in winter. As evidence, men’s basketball and wrestling boast impres‑ sive national attendance marks. More information on all of Penn State’s winter sports programs is below, including home dates, returning players and trends to watch.
Men’s basketball Head Coach Patrick Chambers was characteristically upbeat during his team’s media day last month, and for good reason. In the offseason, Chambers and his coaching staff welcomed what is widely considered the program’s best class at Penn State, and the highest‑ranked. Josh Reaves, Isaiah Washington and Deividas Zemgulis com‑ prise the freshman class; Reaves is a 6-foot-4 guard with plenty of hops, while Zemgulis (6-6, 220) offers size, height, and plenty of frontline energy. Washington, meanwhile, was redshirted a year
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ago. But Penn State will be without one of its standout recruits to start the season. Chambers announced on November 14 that 6-8 forward Mike Watkins hasn’t been cleared by the NCAA yet for this season, adding he’s treating it like a redshirt situation, for now. Chambers couldn’t share a timeline for Watkins’ potential return, but Watkins is still enrolled at Penn State, Chambers said, with the coach adding it’s important for Watkins to adjust to college and for the team to surround him with love and care. Chambers added they’re working with the NCAA closely but couldn’t share more specifics. The schedule has the Lions not only crisscrossing the country — they play two games in Las Vegas — but also the University Park campus. For the second time in three seasons, the Lions will play at Rec Hall, this time hosting two opponents: Canisius on Dec. 10, and Louisiana‑Monroe on Dec. 12. The Nittany Lions also want to build on the growing fan support they have received. Last year, Penn State featured the fifth‑highest attendance among all Division I teams, with 1,787 more fans attending each game. On average, Penn State’s home attendance finished at 8,044 per game. And that number could expand even more this season, with students getting free admis‑ sion into non‑conference games at the Bryce Jordan Center. “I want students here at the games, because they can give us that extra edge in the last two minutes of a game,” Chambers said. “They can affect a free throw, they can affect how a team plays if we come out in droves and really give us that home‑court advantage.” Penn State opened its season with a win over VMI. Sophomore forward Payton Banks started in the season-opening win, a year after playing in 29 games as a redshirt freshman. The 6-6 forward scored 12 points and snatched six rebounds. Penn State will play at Pittsburgh against Duquesne in the Gavitt Tipoff Games, battle Boston College and George Washington on the road, and will spend a few days in Las Vegas around the holidays. The Lions are one of four teams in the Continental Tire Las Vegas Classic, tak‑ ing on Colorado on Dec. 22, and then matching up against either SMU or Kent State the next day. Penn State opens conference play with road contests against Maryland and Michigan, then hosts Minnesota on Tuesday, Jan. 5, in the first of nine Big Ten games at the Bryce Jordan Center. The Bryce Jordan Center slate will also feature contests against Michigan State (Jan. 10), Wisconsin (Jan. 21), Michigan (Jan. 30), Indiana (Feb. 6), Iowa (Feb. 17), Nebraska (Feb. 25), North‑ western (March 3) and Illinois (March 6). The top‑shelf recruiting class that Chambers and his coaching staff brought in will merge with four seniors who are familiar and experienced in the Big Ten: frontcourt players Jordan Dickerson, Donovon Jack and Brandon Taylor, and guard Devin Foster. “I tell them that it’s not high school anymore, where you just go out there and dominate,” Taylor said in explaining his message to the freshmen. “Every game is going to be a big game against 10
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players who are going to be stronger than you and faster than you. We just have to go out there and play Penn State basketball.” “We are older with four seniors — a little bit wiser with a good mix of youth — and I think that helps you on the road where we only won one (last year),” Chambers added. “You know the road in the Big Ten is very difficult, but I definitely think there are some advantages in knowing what other guys are going to do in particular situations. I really think it’s about the players and how they are going to be more comfortable, especially with four seniors being able to teach these guys what it’s all about, to play in the Big Ten and how to be successful.”
Lady Lions Basketball The Lady Lions finished an uncharacteristic season last year at 6‑24, but return their top two scorers from a year ago: sophomore Lindsey Spann (13.2) and senior Candice Agee (10.6). Junior Sierra Moore finished second on the team last year with 12.1
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points per game, but will miss the season after tearing her ACL in a recent scrimmage. Also new to the team is Brianna Banks, who sat out last season because of the NCAA transfer rules. The Lady Lions return 91 percent of their scoring, 90 percent of their assists and steals, 88 percent of their minutes played and 86 percent of their rebounds from last year, and also bring in the 15th‑ranked recruiting class. The Lady Lions host Virginia Tech on. Dec. 3 in the Big Ten/ ACC Challenge, and also will also entertain Big Ten opponents Northwestern (Dec. 31), Michigan State (Jan. 7), Nebraska (Jan. 13), Michigan (Jan. 17), Maryland (Jan. 26), Purdue (Jan. 30), Rutgers (Feb. 7), Ohio State (Feb. 14) and Iowa (Feb. 24).
Men’s Ice Hockey The Nittany Lions begin their Big Ten schedule with a two‑game series Dec. 4–5 against Michigan State at Pegula Ice Arena, and then host Princeton on Dec. 11; before coming to Penn State, Head Coach Guy Gadowsky coached the Tigers for seven seasons. After the Three Rivers Classic in Pittsburgh on Dec. 28–29, Penn State hosts Minnesota (Jan. 8–9), Wisconsin (Jan. 15–16), Michi‑ gan (Jan. 28) and Ohio State (Feb. 19–20). Junior forward David Goodwin returns a year after being named an All‑Big Ten Honorable Mention. He finished second on the squad with 34 points (15 goals, 19 assists), and a team‑best mark of plus‑13. Senior forward David Glen, senior defenseman Luke Juha and junior forward David Thompson are the captains, and the team features three goalies: senior Matthew Skoff, junior Eamon McAdam and freshman Chris Funkey.
Last year, both Skoff and McAdam finished with winning records. Skoff featured a 7‑6‑2 mark and a goals‑against‑average of 2.81, while McAdam was 5‑4‑1 and 3.13.
Women’s Ice Hockey Last season’s top three scorers return: junior forward Laura Bow‑ man (16 goals, 14 assists), junior forward Amy Petersen (11,15) and senior forward Shannon Yoxheimer (12, 8). Bowman led the team in scoring with 10 goals, made the All‑CHA rookie team two years ago and made the conference second‑team last year. Penn State plays eight consecutive games at Pegula Ice Arena from Jan. 22–Feb. 13, hosting Robert Morris, RIT, Syracuse and Lindenwood in four separate two‑game series.
Wrestling The Nittany Lion grapplers finished sixth in the country last season — so in other words, it was a down year for Penn State wrestling. Unrealistic expectations, but that’s the result of winning four consecutive national championships, which the Lions accom‑ plished from 2011–14. Penn State began this season ranked second in the coun‑ try (284 points), behind Oklahoma State (294), receiving one first‑place vote to the Cowboys’ 10. Michigan, Iowa and Ohio State — last year’s national champion — round out the top five. Fans will have two opportunities to see the team at the Bryce Jordan Center, with Penn State hosting dual meets against Wis‑ consin (Dec. 13) and Ohio State (Feb. 5). The Lions began their season by hosting Lock Haven at Rec Hall on Nov. 13, and boast an NCAA‑best mark of selling out 26 consecutive home dual meets. Penn State returns five All‑Americans, including two whom red‑shirted last year. Three‑time All‑American senior Nico Megaludis (125) returns with sophomore Zain Retherford, a freshman All‑American at 141 two seasons ago. Also returning are senior Morgan McIntosh, a two‑time All‑American at 197 after placing third last year; Jordan Conaway, who placed eighth at 125 in St. Louis last year to earn his first All‑America honor; and junior Jimmy Gulibon, who also became an All‑American with a fifth‑place finish at 133 in St. Louis last season.
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For more details on Penn State’s winter sports schedules, including the full list of games and ticket information, visit happyvalley.com/penn-state/sports-teams/ or scan this QR code!
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Travel to a Village of Yesteryear in Happy Valley Enjoy a Truly Old‑Fashioned Holiday By Diana Walker Griffith Artist and children's author Tasha Tudor beautifully envisioned Christmas in a snow‑blanketed farming village, where children skated on a pond, sledded down a hill, romped with Corgis and gathered ’round the fireplace in a cozy, candlelit cottage. Each winter scene she created was timeless in its appeal. Its a scene right out of Happy Valley. In fact, Tasha Tudor had a room dedicated to her books, Christmas cards and Advent calendars not far from here, in a shop called the Dutch Inn in Mill Hall. Whether youre longing 12
for a Tasha Tudor, Currier and Ives or Norman Rockwell picture of Christmas, youve come to the right place to experience it. We call this part of central Pennsylvania "Happy Valley" because it warms you up to be here. Happy Valley is festive year round, and the winters here are just as magical as football in the fall, espe‑ cially with snow on the ground. The village of yesteryear still exists in these parts: the main streets of Boalsburg and Lemont; the landmark Hotel State Col‑ lege at the corner of College Avenue and Allen Street in Down‑ town State College; the train station at Talleyrand Park and the Victorian historic district in Bellefonte. Happy Valley has a sense of place that feels at once old‑fash‑ ioned and nostalgic. In Miracle on 34th Street, Kris Kringle said, Christmas is a frame of mind. Happy Valley will frame it for you.
Victorian Bellefonte: A Victorian Christmas Bellefonte, the county seat, is the ideal setting for a Victorian Christmas. The Centre County Courthouse, featuring a period Greek Revival porch, stands prominently at the top of High Street where it intersects with Allegheny Street. Its listed on the Nation‑
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al Register of Historic Places. North Allegheny, Linn, Burnside, West Lamb: these streets in the historic district are where you'll find classic Victorian houses. During the Bellefonte Victorian Christmas, December 11‑13, you can tour four of these homes, plus an Episcopal Church and the American Philatelic Society headquarters, Match Factory Place. The Victorian Christmas Homes Tour on December 12 is brought to you by the Bellefonte Women's Club. If you book a two‑night stay at The Queen Bed & Breakfast, two tickets to the Historic Homes Tour are included. Dickens Promising a gentle and merry weekend of holiday entertainment, Bellefonte Victorian Christmas also takes you back to Dickensian England with the State College Community Theatre’s produc‑ tion of Tiny Tim's Christmas Carol, featuring a now teenaged Tim who stages some ghostly happenings so that Scrooge will give his father Bob Cratchit the day off. Horse‑Drawn Carriage Rides An authentic Dickensian/Victorian Christmas features the
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services of a coachman and horse‑drawn carriage, who will carry you from Allegheny Street on a tour of the town, to dinner or to the Opening Ceremony at the Bellefonte Middle School. Model Trains, Gingerbread, Arts & Crafts, Performances, Victorian High Tea Old‑fashioned Christmas devotees cant resist a model train ex‑ hibit, or a gingerbread house contest, Christmas choirs and bands, a festival of trees or a Victorian Christmas Arts and Crafts show at two locations. This 34th annual Bellefonte Victorian Christmas features all of them, as well as a Victorian Tea at the Reynolds Mansion, even a used book sale at the Centre County Library and Historical Museum. Schedule of Events 2015 Festival of Trees at CPI (Central PA Institute of Science and Technology) on December 12 is part of the Bellefonte Victorian Christmas Celebration. On display are trees decorated by local businesses and organizations to help support Centre County United Way Partner Agencies. Beginning at 4 p.m. on Friday, it continues through the weekend and features live entertainment,
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crafts vendors and The Big Electric Train Show. A free shuttle from downtown Bellefonte is available and poinsettias will be for sale. With two quaint historic villages in our midst—Boalsburg and Lem‑ ont—Happy Valley feels like the best of two worlds. Minutes from downtown and Rt. 322, they take you to main streets that may remind you of New England.
Boalsburg Historic Boalsburg has all sorts of quaint places to discover by walking this village, and Boalsburg Home‑ town Christmas, sponsored by the Boalsburg Village Conservancy on December 4‑6, takes place at many of them: On the Diamond The lighting of the Community Tree, the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus on a Company 3 fire truck, caroling and hot chocolate served by the Boalsburg Lions Club. At the Boalsburg Heritage Museum ❅❅ Cookie Contest, tours and exhibits At the Boalsburg Fire Company Hall Family events that include: ❅❅ A Taste of Boalsburg on Friday evening ❅❅ Saturday breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus ❅❅ Christmas crafts ❅❅ A presentation of awards to the cookie contest winners, as well as a cookie sale; children's book sales ❅❅ A children's storytime and hot chocolate ❅❅ A drawing competition, and Boalsburg's Holiday Hop
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❅❅ Cider and tree decorating ❅❅ Museum tours and exhibits Boalsburg Village merchants also look forward to meeting you.
Lemont Lemont’s Pike Street is as charming as Boalsburg’s Main Street, and during the seventh annual Lemont Village German Christmas Market, December 4‑5, its merchants will offer special hours. This festive weekend, also known as “Weihnachtsmarkt,” takes place on one of Lemont’s side streets—Mt. Nittany Road, where 20 vendors of local crafts, products and German‑style food will gather in the grain elevator and coal sheds of the only remain‑ ing Granary in Pennsylvania. The offerings will include half‑mile speeder rides on the railroad tracks—in a heated cab. The event opens Friday evening with caroling, hot cocoa and German drinks.
Around Boalsburg Village ❅❅ Restless Winds carriage rides on the Diamond
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Slab Cabin Park for Sledding If there’s snow on the ground, you’ll want to head to the best sled‑ ding slope around at 316 Elmwood Street in Lemont. The park is free, and you can enjoy it during the daylight or under the lights from 5 to 11 p.m. Warm up at the fire ring at the top of the hill.
State College State College has its own Victorian heritage in the beautiful Centre Furnace Mansion, where artifacts of a family’s life in the 1800s have been preserved. December 4 and 5 is an ideal time to tour it, when the Centre County Historical Society hosts the 13th annual Stocking Stuffer Antiques, Art and Fine Craft Sale, its signature fundraiser. A glimpse at the handcrafted work by local artisans and an‑ tiques by local dealers—more than 50 vendors in all—will inspire your gift‑giving ideas. You’ll discover felted ornaments, wreaths, hand‑knitted items, ornaments, pewter, fine paper art, jewelry, china and vintage collectibles and much more. This is an oppor‑ tunity shop locally and support local artists. Admission is $5. Another renowned show at this time of year is the Central PA Guild of Craftsmen’s 40th annual Juried Winter Craft Market, December 5‑6. Its charitable beneficiaries are the Centre County Women’s Resource Center and the Childbirth Education Associa‑ tion of State College. This, too, is an opportunity to support local artists —more than 70 of them — by buying artfully handmade gifts this holiday season. Admission is $3.
Downtown State College Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, November 19 on Allen Street. Sponsored by the Downtown Improvement District, this free evening features carols, cookies and hot chocolate, stories by Mrs. Claus, and a big welcome for Santa Claus as he arrives to light the tree. Guests of this event are encouraged to bring a toy to donate to the Marines’ Toys for Tots or a canned good item for the State College Area Food Bank. Children ages 12 and under who do‑ nate will be entered to win a chance to help Santa light the tree. State Theatre December 3: It’s Christmas with country singer‑songwriter John Berry, renowned for his performance of “O Holy Night.” December 5: That’s Life: A Celebration of the 100th Birthday of Frank Sinatra December 20: Bolshoi Ballet cinema series: “The Nutcracker” Fuse Productions at the Penn State Downtown Theatre December 12: “A Charlie Brown Christmas” December 16‑19: “The Santaland Diaries”
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First Night State College, December 31‑January 1 on Allen Street and at the Sidney Friedman Park is a family event, an alco‑ hol‑free way to ring in the New Year with carriage rides, a parade, puppet shows, jugglers, bands, bagpipes, ice sculptures, live man‑ nequins, even reindeer! There’s a CATA loop to the Pegula Ice Arena for skating. This event also features a 5K Resolution Run, in which runners are encouraged to wear crazy costumes. Penn State Campus The Bryce Jordan Center presents “Rudolph the Red‑Nosed Reindeer,” 7 p.m., December 16.
Huntingdon Santa in the Cave, Lincoln Caverns, December 12‑13, 1‑4 p.m. Visit Santa in the cave. Photos with Santa and a gift shop. November 27‑28, December 4, 5, 11, 12: Polar Bear Express at the Rockhill Trolley Museum December 3‑5: Christmas Craft Bazaar December 5: Santa Trolley at the Rockhill Trol‑ ley Museum December 4: Huntingdon Tree Lighting Cer‑ emony December 4‑6: Festival of Trees in Huntingdon December 5: Huntingdon Christmas Parade December 6: Greenwood Furnace Holiday Open House December 13: Festival of Trees and Wreaths
Millheim Downtown Millheim on Rt. 45, about 40 minutes from State College, is thriving again; its Main Street is home to the popular Elk Creek Cafe and Inglebean Coffee House, Green Drake Gallery, Penns Valley Jewelers and Cottage Rose Gifts, Lizzie Belle’s, Wine Shop, and an event venue, the Bremen Town Ballroom. Merry Millheim, December 4‑5, is the town’s 4th annual holiday celebration, a weekend of festivities and opportunities to shop for handcrafted gifts, support local merchants and enjoy live music and a festival of trees.
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What’s New in Happy Valley?
Indulge Yourself: Chocolates, New Eateries, and Spa Trips By Leah Grubb
Mentor Cuisine Mentor Cuisine is State College’s newest meal preparation service. They’re preparing healthy food options for the whole fam‑ ily at affordable prices, and their menu has all the variety you’ll want—including vegetarian meals! Alec Castro and business partner, TJ Turner saw a need to offer healthy but conve‑ nient food options for busy families and individuals. Through Mentor Cuisine, you can purchase indi‑ vidual meals, family meals or a 5 meal/week family plan that will save you money. HOW IT WORKS: Customers place their orders by 6 p.m. Friday for the following pick‑up times: • Sunday, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. • Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The pick‑up location is Momentum Fitness (114 Hiester St., State College PA 16801). 814‑571‑3119; mentorcuisine.com
Fischer’s on the Diamond Fischer’s on the Diamond finally opened in Bellefonte in October after a few decades of owner Travis Fischer dreaming of a spot on the Diamond. They celebrated their grand opening on October 28. The restaurant specializes in fast food, but also offers homemade meals and soft‑serve ice cream.
IF YOU GO: The restaurant’s regular hours are 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday. They’re closed Saturday and Sunday for party reservations, so be sure to make your trip on a weekday! 101 South Allegheny St., Bellefonte; 814‑380‑1151; facebook. com/fischersonthediamond
Simply Health Salt Spa Located on South Atherton, the Spa offers a unique experience that includes Himalayan Salt therapy rooms, massage detoxify‑ ing services and vibration therapy. Treat yourself to day at the spa alone or with a friend to relax and renew your energy. Hours: Monday‑Tuesday 10 a.m.‑5 p.m. | Wednesday‑Friday 10 a.m.‑7 p.m. | Saturday 9 a.m.‑1 p.m. 1760 South Atherton St., State College; 814‑954‑7731; simplyhealth‑calm.com
Chocolates by Leopold The Montrose business opened a shop in Boalsburg, where Miska’s On The Diamond was formerly located. Currently, their chocolate is sold at select State College businesses, including Cal‑ lao Café and Otto’s Pub and Brewery. Their selection of delectable chocolates includes buttercrunch, morsels, truffles, assorted chocolates, sugar‑free candy, and much more. You can also order custom chocolates in almost any shape—or you can even have the experts create a signature piece of chocolate for your special occasion! IF YOU GO: Remember the holidays are right around the corner and chocolate makes a wonderful gift! 107 W. Main St., Boalsburg; 814‑769‑9398; chocolatesbyleopold.com
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Tussey Mountain = THE Place for Winter Fun! By Cara Aungst
Tussey Mountain has perfected the art of around-the-calendar fun. This summer saw record-breaking crowds at WingFest (more than 100,000 wings were served over the 6-week contest!). They kept us entertained with their popular Fun Centre destination with families golfing, go-karting, batting and skating all summer long. They ushered in fall with OctoberFest and Movies on the Mountain. And as the weather gets cooler, the excitement builds for the upcoming season and its headlining act: SNOW. “I’d be lying if I said opening day isn’t at the top of the list,” says Aaron Weyman, Director of Marketing. “We just want it to get here so that we can continue to provide the unique outdoor experience of skiing, snowboarding and snowtubing for residents and guests of Centre County.” Here’s what to expect from our favorite skiing and winter fun destination!
It’s never too early (or late) to start Wondering when to start your kids on the slopes? Tussey offers preschool program for students as young as 3 years old! It exposes kids to snow and equipment, and they learn from trained instruc‑ tors. You can begin tubing with kids aged 4 and up – as long as they are able to be in their own tube. It’s the perfect family winter fun – tubing like you remember as a kid, but with the lift to get you back to the top. On the flip side, it’s never too late to start enjoying snow sports! The Young at Heart program is for ages 50 and up, and includes discounted lift tickets, equipment rentals and lessons.
They’re ready to make snow even when Mother Nature isn’t Happy Valley is a special place and it isn’t just because of how beautiful this place is year-round (although it certainly helps!), or
how great the people are... the location falls on the edge of many storms, making the weather especially unpredictable. But Tussey has it covered. In the event that we miss a big snow, they’re ready to make some of their own. This year, they’ve purchased some additional automated snow-making guns to complete a three-year expansion plan of their snow-making operation. Their goal is to have a snowy, early season even in the event of a mild winter, thanks to snow-making equipment and a hardworking team of snow-makers and groomers. The Tussey Mountain Terrain Park (TMP) has really evolved over the past couple years thanks to a talented and dedicated staff there, and they expect bigger and better things from them again this year. You can follow the snow conditions online at tusseymountain.com to find the best time to visit.
Give the gift of Winter Fun this year You can nab a season pass at a discount until November 30. Get the Tussey Money card with a $200 value for a $159 price until December 24. This card never expires and can be used for lift tickets, lessons and rentals in the winter and at the Fun Centre in warmer months for go-karts, mini-golf, skate park, golf and batting cages. They also have traditional gift cards starting at $20. Enroll your primary and secondary-aged youth in their Intramu‑ ral Program – there is a discount for early registration!
What do you do for fun in the winter? Tell us and you could win a $50 gift card to Tussey! Scan the QR code below and comment on the article at HappyValley.com. We'll choose a winner on 12/18 so you'll still have plenty of time to use it this winter!
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Baby, It’s Cold Outside
Happy Valley Offers Plenty of Indoor Entertainment to Keep You Warm this Winter By Jessica Hallman Even though temperatures are dropping, you don’t need to hibernate for winter. Happy Valley offers lots of options for you and the whole family to stay active and engaged with the com‑ munity this winter. Check out these great venues for indoor fun this season. Combine fun with science. Let the kids spark their creativity, curiosity and imagination through science experiences at Discovery Space (112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College; mydiscoveryspace.org) in downtown State College. With 45+ exhibits to encourage play, exploration and experimentation, and weekly programs like Music Makers and Problem Solvers, Discovery Space has something fun—and educational—for kids of all ages. Get some energy out. Let the kids burn some energy at Fun Unleashed (339 Benner Pike, State College; fununleashed.com),
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Happy Valley’s indoor playground. The venue offers 6,800 square feet of fun, from video games to slides to a carousel to indoor climbing and play areas for kids and toddlers. Get artsy. Paint your own pottery at 2000 Degrees (202 W. College Ave., State College; 2000degreespottery.com), where you can select from hundreds of pre‑fired pieces to create your own unique piece of art. A great place to bring a group, your date or your kids, or come solo to create your masterpiece. Enjoy some culture. Happy Valley offers several great museums, great to take in some culture on a cold winter day. The Pennsylvania Military Museum (51 Boal Ave., Boalsburg; pamilmuseum.org) educates the public regarding the actions of Pennsylvanians in United States military history with a focus from the Spanish American War to the present. Palmer Museum of Art (Curtin Road on campus; palmermuseum.psu.edu) features 11 galleries, a print study room, a 150‑seat auditorium and a garden for large‑scale contemporary sculpture and offers free admission. The Bellefonte Art Museum exists to provide enrichment by showing art from around the world as well as art from our community. The museum features regular rotating exhibits and monthly events and classes. The Penn State All‑Sports Museum (Located at the southwest corner of Beaver Stadium; gopsusports.com/museum) is a great way to get up close and personal with Discovery Space the biggest blue and white legends in Penn
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State sports history. Visitors encounter, firsthand, the athletic history and heritage of Penn State. Catch a show. Our small town offers some big‑city entertainment at several great venues. The community‑owned State Theatre (130 W. College Ave., State College; thestatetheatre.org) is a hub of local culture, featuring artists both homegrown and nationally renowned. The State Theatre showcases a variety of genres, like comedy, dance, film, music, opera and theatre. Penn State’s Center for the Performing Arts (located on campus; cpa.psu.edu) brings big‑name musical and theatrical acts to Happy Valley. And the Bryce Jordan Center (located across from Beaver Stadium; bjc.psu.edu) is more than a venue for Penn State basketball, graduations and THON—brings the best in entertainment to your backyard. Check out Rudolph the Red‑Nosed Reindeer: The Musical this holiday season, and the Harlem Globetrotters in the spring.
Pegula Ice Arena
Go underground. Sure, it’s technically not indoors, but Penn’s Cave (222 Penn’s Cave Road, Centre Hall; pennscave. com) stays a comfortable 52 degrees year round. Take this 45‑minute tour of a historic cavern by boat, while viewing natural beauty of glittering stalactites and stalagmites.
of bowling at Northland Bowl (1521 Martin St., State College; northlandbowl.com). The numerous lanes, attached snack bar and restaurant, and vending machines and pool tables, Northland Bowl offers hours of entertainment on blustery winter days and evenings.
Hit the ice. While the temperature on the rink may not be much higher than that outdoors, you’ll surely warm up to spending some time skating at Penn State’s Pegula Ice Arena (located on campus; (gopsusports.com/pegula‑ice‑arena). The venue offers public skating schedules throughout the week, as well as private lessons, classes and hockey leagues. Or, cheer on the Nittany Lion men’s or women’s hockey teams.
So don’t let the winter blues keep you home this season. Head out and explore Happy Valley’s many options for indoor fun.
Say “strike”! Challenge your family or friends to a game (or two)
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What Does 2016 Have in Store for Penn State? Our Nittany Nation Predictions By Travis Johnson What will 2016 look like for the Penn State football program? It’s hard to say as Penn State is at its best, a potential Big Ten champi‑ onship team, and at its worst, a middle‑of‑the‑pack squad. But with the 2015 season drawing to a close — as of this printing Penn State was 7‑3 following its bye week — there are lots of positives on the horizon that could lead Penn State to the former destiny next season. Here are the main storylines as Penn State heads into the win‑ ter period:
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Will They Stay or Go? A handful of Nittany Lions may not be around next season — some definitely won’t be as they’ll be out of elibigility. Others could jump to the NFL.
"A handful of Nittany Lions may not be around next season — some definitely won’t be as they’ll be out of elibigility. Others could jump to the NFL." Gone for sure will be senior Anthony Zettel who has been a terror along the defensive line for years now. He, along with defensive end Carl Nassib, will be out of eligibility. As for potential NFL prospects, the obvious name is Chris‑ tian Hackenberg. The junior quarterback has been mentioned among the top quarterbacks who could be available when NFL teams pick rookies in the spring. Monster defensive tackle Austin Johnson should also hear his named called early in the NFL Draft. With Johnson, Zettel and Nassib gone, Penn State could be without three‑fourths of its defensive line.
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Who’s Playing Quarterback? If Hackenberg does leave, who will play under center next season and how different will the system be? Considering Trace McSorley has raised eyebrows as the second‑team quarterback, you have to figure he has the leg up on freshman Tommy Stevens. McSorley is a running quarterback and aside from Barkley, could very well be the shiftiest player on the team. Considering his skill set, McSorley is the best option to run the offense James Franklin and offensive coordinator John Donovan are most comfortable with. Expect Penn State to be a run‑heavy team with the quarterback contributing to that in a big way.
The Depth is There Luckily, there’s depth galore on defense. And really, all over the program the team is getting deeper. Franklin’s been able to redshirt a handful of talented true freshmen the last two seasons while he’s brought in full, vaunted classes in each of those years. Meanwhile, freshmen have played key roles early meaning by
the time players like Marcus Allen and Grant Haley are finished with their sophomore seasons, they’ll be some of the veteran‑most players on the squad.
"Luckily, there’s depth galore on defense. And really, all over the program the team is getting deeper." For once Penn State won’t lose a linebacker as Brandon Bell and Nyeem Wartman‑White will be back alongside young play‑ maker Troy Reeder and Jason Cabinda. Penn State will have 12 offensive linemen who are in at least their third years in the program next year, too, including all but Angelo Mangiro next season.
There Are Playmakers Among Us If Penn State’s offense will be remembered for anything this sea‑ son, it’ll be the rise of young playmakers. Freshman running back
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2016 Penn State Football Schedule Sept. 3
Kent State
Home
Sept. 10
Pittsburgh
Away
Sept. 17
Temple
Home
Oct. 1
Minnesota
Home
Oct. 8
Maryland
Home
Oct. 15
Michigan
Away
Oct. 22
Ohio State
Oct. 29
Purdue
Nov. 5
Iowa
Nov. 12
Indiana
Away
Nov. 19
Rutgers
Away
Nov. 26
Michigan State
Dec. 3
Big Ten Championship Game
Home Away Home
Home
2017 Penn State Football Schedule Sept. 2
Akron
Home
Sept. 9
Pittsburgh
Home
Sept. 16
Georgia State
Home
Sept. 23
Iowa
Sept. 30
Indiana
Oct. 7
Northwestern
Oct. 21
Michigan
Oct. 28
Ohio State
Away
Nov. 4
Michigan State
Away
Nov. 11
Rutgers
Home
Nov. 18
Nebraska
Home
Nov. 25
Maryland
Away
Dec. 2
Big Ten Championship Game
Away Home Away Home
Schedule subject to change.
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Saquon Barkley and sophomore wideout Chris Godwin both traded big plays all season and were often the focal points of Penn State’s offensive attack. Barkley emerged as one of the most fun players to watch in Beaver Stadium and abroad in years. His balanced, never‑give‑up running style invigorated his teammates and kept defenses on their heels. Godwin’s strong downfield contributions made him a perfect target for Hackenberg — a quarterback who loves to throw the ball deep and give his receivers a shot. Godwin’s ability to win 50/50 balls and literally drag defenders — like he did Ohio State’s Eli Apple — gave Penn State’s offense firepower and field‑stretching ability. Both will be back and you have to figure both will be better.
Will Nittany Nation have a New Home?
In many ways, Beaver Stadium is old, antiquated and outdated on nearly every level. Sure, the playing surface is usually pristine and the place has a certain character about it, but something is going to have to be done if it is to be a feasible venue moving forward. Penn State hired a global architecture and design firm as part of its facilities master plan in order to come up with a strat‑ egy. We should know sometime in the spring or summer if the Beaver Stadium we all know and love – for varying reasons – will be around in a similar configuration or if an entirely new stadium will be built.
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Four Contests You Won’t Want to Miss By David Abruzzese Winter is steadily approaching, which means football season will be over before we know it. Though we’ll miss those Saturdays in Beaver Stadium, the winter sports slate has plenty of must-see match-ups on tap to satisfy fans of all sorts until the Blue-White scrimmage. Take a look at some of this season's marquee contests.
Men’s Basketball vs. No. 13 Michigan State: Jan. 5 Penn State men’s basketball underwent a facelift during the offsea‑ son, losing a number of talented scorers—a list that includes No. 4 all-time leading scorer D.J. Newbill, who signed with French club ASVEL after going undrafted in June’s NBA Draft. With Newbill gone, the team had to rebrand itself, and that rebrand starts with talented four-star freshmen Josh Reaves, Isaiah Washington and
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Deividas Zemgulis. The dynamic trio, along with return‑ ing guard Shep Garner, figure to re‑ Photo courtesy GoPSUSports.com place Newbill’s staggering production with a by-committee approach that should feature plenty of scoring opportunities across the board. Stand-out recruit Mike Watkins hasn't been cleared by the NCAA yet for the season and is being treated like a red-shirt for the time being. Pat Chambers’ new-look crew squares up against 2014-15 Final Four participant No. 13 Michigan State, led by Third Team All-Big Ten selection Denzel Valentine and legendary head coach Tom Izzo. The match-up serves as Penn State’s first major confer‑ ence home game, following the team’s contest against Minnesota five days prior. Playing in the Big Ten as a middle-of-the-pack program has its pros and cons. The obvious disadvantages are reflected in Penn State’s conference record. Since 2010, the most conference victo‑ Continued on page 25
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ries recorded in a single season was nine, coming that year. Since then, it’s been a mixture of promising starts due to laid-back nonconference schedules and crushing failures once the rigorous Big Ten Conference slate kicks in. But, regardless of prior outcomes, there’s always the opportunity to take on the conference’s preemi‑
"Men’s Basketball vs. Indiana: Expect this match-up to be filled with a jaw-dropping display of shooting and athleticism as the Nittany Lions attempt to take down one of the Big Ten’s most distinguished programs." nent programs, giving Chambers the opportunity to expose his team to elite talent and national exposure. Plus, these games give fans the opportunity to witness some of the nation’s most elite programs firsthand, something not every fanbase can experience as frequently as Penn State.
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I’m an optimist, so I like to think Penn State could give Sparty a run for its money if it fires on all cylinders early on. Photo courtesy GoPSUSports.com Regardless, Michigan State could be special this year, and fans have a chance to witness the spectacle early in the year.
Men’s Basketball Vs. No. 15 Indiana: Feb. 6 Penn State’s matchup against Indiana headlines a star-studded home-conference slate for the same reasons I highlighted for Michigan State. If anything, it’ll be aesthetically pleasing — final result aside. The rich history engrained in the school’s fiber — think Alabama or Penn State in regards to football — makes Indiana the main attraction regardless of its current state. Bob Knight and those iconic candy cane warmups have built the Continued on page 27
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Penn Staters Are Everywhere
The Blue-White Connection, Lake Erie and Me By John Patishnock
By now, you’d think I would have figured this out. That I’d stop becoming surprised and simply nod, as if this were inevitable. For as many times as this has happened in my life, I still can’t get over this conclusive fact: You really can’t go anywhere in this world for too long without running into another Penn Stater. I was reminded of this again in September, when I was on a boat on Lake Erie with just five other people. See, this makes sense, right? Sure, it does. With more than 600,000 living alumni, Penn Staters are everywhere, including at the inaugural Lake Erie Arts & Film Festival in Ohio, held Sept. 17‑20.
" You really can’t go anywhere in this world for too long without running into another Penn Stater." I made the approximate four‑and‑a‑half hour drive to attend the festival, and that Saturday morning during a workshop on Lake Erie, I ran into my latest blue‑and‑white compatriot, Wesley Mellott. Mellott graduated from Penn State in 2012 while majoring in media studies, and was in town because his film, “Binge,” was part of the festival. Mellott wrote and directed the 110‑minute flick that follows an alcoholic who attempts sobriety. In the process, his buried past is uncovered. Visit thinking‑art‑entertain‑ ment.com for a rundown of festivals in which “Binge” has been chosen as an Official Selection, and a recap of awards for which the film and Mellott have been nominated. It’s an impressive list, and includes competitions in Los Angeles and New York. I was wearing my Penn State sky blue baseball hat, and after Mellott announced that he and his two filmmaking partners were from Philadelphia, I mentioned I was a Nittany Lion. That’s when Mellott said he was, too. This wasn’t a recurring experience for just me. Mellott met two
2012 Penn State graduate Wesley Mellott, right, said seeing another Penn Stater at the Lake Erie Arts & Film Festival reminded him just how much he misses the Penn State community, and added he's trying to make time to return to University Park. Also pictured: Tyler Pittman. Photo courtesy Susan Chang
Penn State graduates during orientation at his current job, and after running into another Penn Stater at the film festival, he said, “It was surprising and very cool, and it made me realize just how much I miss the Penn State community.” Mellott is busy touring the independent film festival circuit while also improving at his craft, so free time isn’t usually a luxury. Still, he said he’s trying to make time to visit Penn State. His schedule is so busy he called attending the festival in Ohio “a vacation,” adding that he had a blast during the workshop Satur‑ day morning. I did, too, and in many ways, downtown Sandusky reminded me of Bellefonte: two small towns with historical aspects that feature charming architecture. The festival was held in The Sandusky State Theatre, and the building’s history was similar to another Centre County destination: The State Theatre. Like the downtown theatre, the Sandusky State Theatre was temporarily shut down recently, but has since rejuvenated, mirroring what the town of Sandusky is trying to accomplish. After meeting the film festival organizers, I’m rooting for them, and plan to attend next year’s festival. Maybe I’ll see Mellott again. And even if I don’t, perhaps I’ll run into another Penn Stater. Chances of that happening are always good.
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foundation upon which it currently sits, but the current squad should pose a legitimate threat to Chambers and upstart squad. Let by senior sensation Yogi Ferrell and blue-chip forward Thomas Bryant, Tom Crean’s Hoosiers should emerge as contenders in the loaded Big Ten. Expect this match-up to be filled with a jaw-dropping display of shooting and athleticism as the Nittany Lions attempt to take down one of the Big Ten’s most distinguished programs.
Women’s Volleyball NCAA Tournament: Though it isn’t technically a winter-season sport, Penn State women’s volleyball has long stood as the nation’s gold standard for excellence. Russ Rose’s resume includes seven National Cham‑ pionships over his 37 year career, with six coming within the last eight years. With the first and second rounds of the NCAA Tournament kicking off on Dec. 4, the Nittany Lions will look to capture its third straight National Championship — something that was previously accomplished from 2007-10 when the Lions won four straight. Penn State has another shot at history as Russ Rose attempts to add to his already dazzling trophy case.
Men’s Hockey Vs. No. 13 Michigan: Jan. 28-30 Penn State men’s hockey has enjoyed a successful start to the 2015-16 campaign, and as the team’s brand continues to expand, so does its talent. The rise of Penn State hockey epitomizes the ascent of the Big Ten and Division I hockey as a whole. Happy Valley’s caught hockey fever thanks to Terry Pegula and his undy‑ ing support of hockey at Penn State, and it’s about to enter a whole new dimension. Penn State welcomes No. 13 Michigan Jan. 28-30 — Penn State’s first ranked inter-conference opponent. The atmosphere that’s sure to accompany such a high-profile game will be a spectacle in its own right. Aside from Beaver Stadium at capacity, there’s no better environment than Pegula Ice Arena, led by the rambunctious Roar Zone. For those craving elite college hockey, mark this date on your calendars!
David Abruzzese is a junior broadcast journalism student at Penn State University, and serves as an associate editor for Onward State. He's a passionate sports fan who's never shy to voice an opinion, and finds solace in writing and creating content. In his free time, he loves to spend time with friends, play golf, shoot hoops, and go skiing. He's probably the most loyal Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres fan on the planet. You can find him on twitter @ abruz11 or message him via email at davidabruzzese@onwardstate.com.
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Everything You Need for Perfect Gift Giving is Right Here!
connoisseur will love receiving a half‑gallon sized growler with a prepaid gift card that will allow them to fill it back up. The Hopshop also carries customized holiday packages with beer and glassware.The Hopshop, which carries more than 500 selections of both American and imported craft beer, is tucked under The Deli and Z-Bar on Heister Street. 814‑234‑1344; Dantesinc.com
Give Local Eats, Drinks and Adventures this Holiday By Holly Swanson
Looking for the perfect holiday gift for your family and friends? While it’s tempting to just head to the local superstore and buy generic gifts, true Penn Staters and those in love with Central Pennsylvania will appreciate something more personal, more in‑ spired, and more local. Here’s a roundup of our favorite gifts from around Happy Valley.
Gift Cards for Dante’s Restaurants Not sure if your sister’s favorite restaurant is Liberty Craft House or Mario’s? Would your best friend prefer a family night at Hi Way Pizza or a date night at The Saloon? Take the stress out of the holiday decision making by getting the one gift card that’s good at all eight Dante’s Restaurant locations. Purchase a $50 gift card and receive a $10 card for free, which you can keep for yourself or use for more gift‑giving. Gift cards can be bought at any Dante’s location (The Deli & Z‑Bar, Mario’s, Hi Way Pizza, Inferno Brick Oven & Bar, The Saloon, Bar Bleu, The Hopshop Beer Market, and Liberty Craft House). 814‑234‑1344; Dantesinc.com
Mario’s Italian Gift Basket A local favorite known for their hand‑tossed pizza and home‑ made pasta, Mario’s is now offering an Italian Gift Basket, which includes pasta, sauces, Italian candy, and desserts. Gift baskets can be customized or you can choose a pre‑made basket. 814‑234‑4273; Dantesinc.com
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Assorted Gift Boxes from Chocolates by Leopold Handmade, gourmet chocolate from right here in Happy Valley? You bet! Chocolates by Leopold in Boalsburg uses fourth‑gener‑ ation candy recipes and combines it with modern techniques to create delectable treats that put store‑bought chocolate to shame. An assorted gift box of 15 pieces (available for $17) includes chocolate‑covered fruits, nuts, caramels, and truffles. Gift wrap‑ ping is also available. 814‑769‑9398; Chocolatesbyleopold.com
Carriage Tours from Vamos! Lion Chariot You’ve seen the brightly decorated pedicab around town but have you thought about reserving a sightseeing ride? A great gift for a couple or small group, or book a ride for yourself and take some‑ one special with you. A 30‑min‑ ute ride is $30. 814‑404‑2782; vamoslion.com
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Season Pass at Tussey Mountain Any local skier or snowboarder would love a season pass to Tus‑ sey Mountain’s 50 snow‑covered acres. It’s the gift that keeps on giving, at least from December through March or as long as the snow is on the ground. 814‑466‑6810; TusseyMountain.com
Penn State Gifts from Lions Pride Shop online or visit their store on College Avenue for presents that fit any budget. Start small with Penn State car magnets and iPhone cases or look for sophisticated gifts like Lion Shrine tie tacks or sterling silver basketball beads to complete a bracelet collec‑ tion. Free shipping on orders of more than $50. 814‑234‑2153; lions‑pride.com
The Santaland Diaries by Fuse Productions Although you’ll have to gift tickets to this event before Christmas, David Sedaris fans (or just fans of great comedic situations) will love this performance. Based on Sedaris’ own experience of work‑ ing as a Macy’s elf, The Santaland Diaries gives a hilarious peek at life behind the mall‑based Christmas display. 814‑380‑8672; Fuseproductions.org
Friends of Palmer Museum of Art Ornament Sale Pick up a unique ornament or piece of holiday art at the Annual Holiday Art and Ornament Sale on Saturday, December 5 from 10‑4. It’s the perfect hostess gift, or new addition for your own tree this year! 814‑865‑7672; Palmermuseum.psu.edu
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Featuring the 2015 commissioned ornament by Caryl Strauss with additional works of art by Kimberly Brooks Filkins, Elli Groninger, Sue Harter, James Hayes, Laurie Jager, Kat Oliva, Deb Parsons, Michele Randall, and State College Weavers Guild.
Free admission and free parking
Proceeds benefit the Palmer Museum of Art Above: 2015 commissioned ornament, upcycled lightbulb, by Caryl Strauss, $30.
For more information, please visit www.palmermuseum.psu.edu or call 814-865-7672. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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It’s OK…You Can Give Yourself a Gift this Holiday Warm—and Treat—Yourself this With Relaxing Indulgences By Diana Walker Griffith My best friend and I took many long winter walks together in downtown State College. We’d meet at the bottom of Allen Street, take Beaver Avenue down to Garner Street, then walk up College Avenue until we were back at Allen Street, where we’d stop at The Corner Room. Sipping hot cocoa topped with whipped cream— always in a window seat booth facing Allen or College—was our treat, and it energized us for the walk home. A small indulgence, but a lasting memory for both of us. Much like having a cone at The Creamery is during the sum‑ mer. Why not indulge in Creamery ice cream during the winter months? Any flavor will do, but these sound like winter comfort foods: apple cobbler crunch, happy happy joy joy, pumpkin pie, peppermint stick and eggnog. Speaking of ice cream and egg nog, Meyer Dairy’s smooth, creamy eggnog is simply the best you’ll ever taste, as close to homemade as you can get. Our family consumes gallons of it. No small indulgence but not expensive, either. If you want first‑class pampering by “The Best Spa in America” (according to Industry Source), make an appointment with ESSpa Kozmetika at Carnegie Inn & Spa in secluded, wooded Toftrees. The readers of State College Magazine also named this experience “Best Spa.” Hungarian Skin Care Expert Eva Kersch‑ baumer is the owner and operator, specializing in organic facials, massages, wraps and scrubs, and vegan manicures and pedicures. Day spa packages are available in addition to two‑, four‑ and seven‑night wellness “spa‑cations,” which include luxury accom‑ modations at Carnegie Inn & Spa. ESSpa Kozmetika is a found‑ ing member of the Green Spa Network. If you’ve heard about the health benefits of Himalayan Salt,
The Queen, a Victorian Bed & Breakfast
this newest spa will intrigue you. Simply Health Salt Spa features three state‑of‑the‑art Himalayan Salt therapy rooms, as well as massage, detoxifying services and “Whole Body Vibration therapy.” These treatments are designed to restore health and well‑being by promoting relaxation and energy. You can make an appointment for many services online and also take advantage of monthly specials. Nittany Lion Inn, conveniently located for sightseeing, offers a spa tub where you can relax and unwind. A few of the ways the Nittany Lion Inn recommends you indulge while you’re here: walking the beautiful grounds of the Arboretum at Penn State, just down the street, or viewing the exhibits at the nearby Palmer Museum of Art. The Queen, a Victorian Bed & Breakfast in Bellefonte, invites you to enjoy Victorian pastimes. You can relax by the fireplace in the foyer, and the parlor has a working Victrola, player piano and steroptic viewer. Sip some mint tea and enjoy a gourmet break‑ fast by candlelight in the dining room. The patio features a small waterfall and perennial garden. As you’re indulging, you’ll be glad to know The Queen is as environmentally friendly as possible; in other words, “The Queen is Green.” Speaking of bed & breakfasts, their hosts excel at pampering, making you feel welcome, and showering you with the attention
Indulge with a $50 gift card to ESSpa! Scan the QR code and enter your name in the comments section of this article and we'll pick a winner on December 18 (use it to unwind over the holidays!) Stay around on the site and find more eats, drinks and fun for your holiday season!
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as their guests. You’ll find a complete list of recommended facili‑ ties at Happyvalley.com. How about some wine to warm you? Mt. Nittany Vineyard & Winery, Happy Valley Winery and Seven Mountains Wine Cellars are all participating in “A Heartland Christmas,” No‑ vember 21 ‑ 22, November 28 ‑ 29, and December 5 ‑ 6. The event features each of the Susquehanna Heartland Wine Trail wineries. Customers will receive a grapevine wreath to decorate with a handcrafted ornament from each winery. The cost is $10 per person and includes tastings, a 10 percent discount on wine purchases and a complimentary souvenir wine glass. Mt. Nittany Winery also plans a Mulled Wine & Gingerbread Open House December 12 ‑ 13, featuring hot mulled wines, holi‑
day sweets, and Christmas music. It’s free! Seven Mountains Wine Cellars hosts music throughout the winter months. Coming December 5: Jazz Me Holiday Show, Jason Thomas on December 6. Happy Valley Winery features The Tommy Roberts December 4 and 18, Bis‑ cuit Jam on December 11. You’ve had some hot chocolate, tasted local wines, now about some tea? Reserve a High Tea at the Reynolds Mansion for a group of 10 or more. The festivities will in‑ clude a tour of the mansion and a classical piano recital. December features Victorian Christmas High Teas, with a menu that includes cranberry and orange scones; ricotta, rosemary and tomato mini quiches; cucumber and chive butter tea sandwiches; mini Victoria sponge cakes with raspberry and buttercream filling, and more. And while you’re treating yourself, consider treating a loved one to any of these indulgences as a gift.
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Affinity Connection is delighted to sponsor a Season of Giving, an opportunity to support these incredible local non‑profits and affinity groups that we serve year‑round. We are proud to partner with them to help advance their missions. Celebrate the holiday season by giving your support to one or more of these worthy organizations.
Schlow Centre Region Library Opening its doors for members of our diverse community to gather, share, and discover a wealth of ideas, the joy of reading, and the power of information.
Give online at supportschlow.org
State High Alumni Association One of the country’s largest and most active high school alumni associations, keeping State High grads connected.
Give online at statehighalumni.com
State College Food Bank Helping the community with over 3,300 food distributions in the past year, summer kids bag program, and backpacks with school supplies for children in K‑12.
Give online at scfoodbank.org
Logan Fire Company Protecting the lives and properties of the citi‑ zens of Bellefonte and surrounding townships as a 100% volunteer fire department. Mail donations to Logan Fire Company, 120 E. Howard St., Bellefonte, PA 16823
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Altoona‑Johnstown Answering the call of the people of central Penn‑ sylvania by providing caring and compassionate services to persons and families in need. Mail donations to Catholic Charities, 213 E. Bishop St., Bellefonte, PA 16823 Give online at www.catholiccharitiesaj.org
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Bald Eagle Area School District Eagle Ambassadors Supporting the BEASD in providing a challenging and enriching educational experience that maximizes the learning potential of every student.
Give online at beaambassadors.org
Howard Fire Company Providing fire, rescue, and quick response services to the citizens of Howard Borough and neighboring townships as a 100% volunteer fire department. Mail donations to Howard Fire Company, P.O. Box 276, Howard, PA 16841
State College Meals on Wheels Preparing and delivering more than 43,000 meals every year to homebound residents in the Centre Region.
Give online at scmow.org
Global Connections Bringing people of diverse cultural backgrounds together to foster intercultural understanding and to facilitate partnerships and resources that enrich the vitality and diversity of the Centre Region.
Give online at www.gc‑cc.org
Goodwill of North Central PA Ninety cents of every dollar earned from your donations to support Goodwill’s mission and services, providing work assessments, basic workplace training and ongoing support.
Give online at goodwillinc.org
Pave it Forward: Campaign for Memorial Field Offering an opportunity to leave your legacy at this community venue, the brick walkway will serve as a permanent reminder of the strong community that supports the State College Area School District.
Give online at scasd.org/buyabrick
Penn State Rugby Football Club Providing financial resources to the men’s and women’s Rugby Clubs at Penn State.
Give online at psurugby.org
Mount Nittany Conservancy Preservation and protection of Mount Nittany—with nearly nine miles of volunteer‑maintained trails and scenic views—for the recreational enjoyment of future generations of Centre County and Penn Staters.
Saint Joseph’s Catholic Academy A college preparatory high school and faith community committed to forming the next generation of leaders through excellence in scholarship, personal discipline, accountability, and integrity.
Give online at stjoeacad.org
Give online at mtnittany.org
Salvation Army of Centre County Meeting human needs in Jesus’s name without discrimination, serving the needs of families and individuals in crisis within all Centre County zip codes.
Give online at salvationarmystatecollege.org
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Happy Valley Wineries
Give the Gift of Wine! By Holly Swanson
The centuries‑old agricultural history and rich farming lands of Central Pennsylvania have helped turn the region into a mecca for wine lovers. Whether you are planning your holiday meals or are just looking for the perfect wine to share with friends, you can’t go wrong by visiting one of the local vineyards and wineries listed below. A gift of wine makes a perfect holiday present for any oenophile (a wine lover, of course!). Keep in mind that postal regulations prevent wine from being shipped from one individual to another, but the vineyards can ship your purchase for you.
Christmas. The case includes a hand‑chosen selection of dry, sweet, red, white and fruit wines. The entire case makes a great gift, or you can buy one for yourself and break it up among friends. They also have a variety of gift baskets to choose from. They can ship your order anywhere in the United States. Stop by their flagship location at 107 Mountain Springs Lane in Spring Mills or try their new shop on the Diamond in Boalsburg! 814‑364‑1000
Seven Mountains Wine Cellars
Nestled in the beauti‑ ful mountain range between State College and Lewistown, Seven Mountains has just released their three sweet fall labels—cranberry, which took Double Gold at the PA Farm Show; spiced apple, a delicious treat on a cold winter night, especially when warmed; and yellow jacket, made from local apples. Seven Mountains is also releasing a Christmas case cel‑ ebrating the 12 Days of
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Mt. Nittany Vineyard & Winery
A favorite stop for Penn Staters returning to the area and for local wine connoisseurs, Mt. Nittany Vineyard & Winery hosts annual holiday events and (almost) daily tasting room times. Many of the wines make a perfect accompaniment for family feasts, like their Mt. Nittany Winery Chardonnay Reserve. This fruity wine pairs well with both Thanksgiving turkey and seasonal vegetables. If you’re in the market for more of a dessert wine, consider the Autumn Nectar, made from a late harvest of white grapes. This wine is best served chilled and goes great with a pumpkin pie or other after‑dinner sweets that will delight both wine snobs and the casual wine drinker. Can’t decide? A gift certificate makes a perfect present for a family member or friend with distinguishing tastes. 300 Houser Road, Centre Hall, Pa 16828; 814‑466‑6373
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Happy Valley Vineyard & Winery
Based on local farmland that was settled in the 1850s, Happy Valley Vineyard & Winery has been produc‑ ing award winning labels since the late 1990s. Their newest release, Meritage, is a full‑bodied arrange‑ ment of several wine varietals, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Winner of a gold medal at the 2015 Finger Lakes In‑ ternational Wine Competition, Meritage is available for $24. Stem ware and other Happy Valley Vineyard & Winery merchandise is also available, making it easy to arrange a wine‑related gift basket perfect for holiday giving. Traveling? Stop in at the new Happy Valley Vineyard & Winery Brick Town Wine Bar in Mount Union! 576 S. Foxpointe Dr., State College, PA 16801; 814‑308‑8756 Happy Valley Vineyard & Winery
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The Susquehanna Wine Trail
Founded in 2003 with only five wineries, the Susquehanna Wine Trail now includes 15 regional wineries and vineyards throughout Central Pennsylvania. The annual Heartland Christmas is a holiday‑themed event that invites wine‑lovers on a tour through State College, Halifax, Mifflin, Centre Hall, Sunbury and other nearby stops that welcome visitors to wine tastings and hand‑made gifts. Each stop on the Wine Trail offers unique Christmas ornaments to help commemorate your visit. The Heartland Christmas is held on weekends in late November through early December. Tickets can be purchased at any participating winery for $10 and include admission, a set of ornaments, complimentary wine glass, and wine purchase discounts.
For a full list of participants, visit HappyValley.com/HeartlandChristmas.
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The Rumors Are True! Pizza Mia! Just Got Even Better By Cara Aungst
There are rumors going around that Pizza Mia! is opening another store. Sometimes it’s rumored to be in Lock Haven, or Tyrone, or Spring Mills. And there is always the question “When is Pizza Mia! coming to State College?” The reasons are obvious – it’s great pizza at a great price and the ingredients are as fresh as they could possibly be. The crust is made from extra virgin olive oil, spring harvest raw gold cane sugar shipped directly from Hawaii, and wheat that they farm on their own land. The lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and basil are started in local greenhouses less than a mile from their own wheat fields, gardens and orchards. Now they have added pigs and beef cows that are raised to be lean (not fat) on a beauti‑ ful Amish farm owned by a young man named Levi, whose family has partnered with Pizza Mia! for years. The farm-raised meats ensure the freshest, most sustainably raised (and delicious) bacon and burger you can find. It’s farm-to-table in the most literal use of the phrase! And then there is their involvement in the community. Pizza Mia! digs in to the community, giving back extravagantly and cre‑ atively. They shy away from most traditional advertising, instead of enticing an audience with radio, they instead use that money to sponsor Little League, Fall Ball, Soccer and various YMCA activi‑ ties including gymnastics and swimming. Over the years, they have donated thousands of pizzas to the local Red Cross – their
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very favorite charity, owners Mel and John Jennings say, because of how unconditionally they serve. They work with local school districts, sponsoring senior dinners, donating to Science U in the schools, and serving pizza to teachers to thank them for their sacrifices.
And the best part is that it’s not a rumor at all – the next Pizza Mia! opens for the holiday season in... State College! It’s more than just food – it’s a movement – a movement toward more competitive wages, more involvement in the com‑ munity, supporting local growers, perfecting favorite dishes. It’s the utopian idea of the best that a pizzeria could be.... and it’s working. It’s no wonder the rumors are going around. Pizza Mia! is a pretty great thing to have in your neighborhood. And the best part is that it’s not a rumor at all – the next Pizza Mia! opens for the holiday season in (drum roll, please)... State College! Expect all the same great flavors – like the perfectly broiled burger on the just-baked bun or their award winning pep‑ peroni and cheese pizza– in a brand new spot on Hetzel Street. In their never-ending quest to reduce their ecological footprint (they’ve never had a fryer or grease for this very reason), this location will be using rooftop solar panels for energy, introducing Happy Valley to the area’s first ever sun baked pizza! You won’t want to miss it! In the meantime, ring in the holiday season with their Holiday Stromboli stuffed with succulent roast turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing and gravy. It’s Thanksgiving at Grandma’s house wrapped in their signature dough and baked to melted perfection.
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WORKING IN HAPPY VALLEY
GRAND OPENING IN
INNOVATION PARK
NEW BUILDING CREATES MORE SPACE FOR GROWING ENTRE‑ PRENEURIAL ECOSYSTEM In October 2015, Innovation Park at Penn State, with Balti‑ more‑based Innovation Capital Partners, celebrated the grand opening of 331 Innovation Boulevard building, a four‑story facility with 82,000 square feet of leasable space. Building 331 is the first LEED‑certified building in Innovation Park and expects a Silver level rating.
“It’s as much about the people and the connections they make through the park as it is about the buildings in the park.” “Space in the park has been in demand,” said Dan Leri, Director of Innovation Park at Penn State. “We’ve had im‑ mediate‑need requests and sufficient inquiries for space to initiate the next build program in the west end of the Park. It’s one more step in the execution of the master plan build out.” Innovation Capital Partners, led by managing partner GLP Development, currently owns Build‑ ings 328, 329 and 330 at Innovation Park. The $17.8 million investment in Building 331 brings the company’s total investment at Innovation Park to nearly $56 million in the past three years, and they’re anxious to do more. Robert F. Barron, CEO of managing partner GLP Development Company, said Innovation Park is attractive to companies seeking the unique qualities of a college town and access to Penn State resources like research, tech‑ nology and talent. “Innovation Park is a unique business cam‑ pus that’s unlike traditional office parks,” he said. 40 40
“It’s as much about the people and the connections they make through the park as it is about the buildings in the park—that’s been the key to attracting and retaining resident companies. Having the Penn Stater Hotel & Conference Center within walking distance is a major advantage to our clients in the park. And if you’re a parent with kids, to have your child in the Daybridge Child Development Center right next to you is a big plus for our building occupants.” Barron continued, “Dan’s team does a remarkable job creating opportunities for networking and socializing and for dialing into the University’s resources, plus they work hard to facilitate use of the park’s meeting and conference space, the outdoor space and the Penn Stater fitness facility. Innovation Park is more like a community than an of‑
“It is our time now to share the compelling stories of the risk takers and job creators.” fice park. Everything a business needs is right there.” “It is our time now to share the compelling stories of the risk takers and job creators, many of whom are here today, in order to attract the entrepreneurs and business leaders of tomorrow. The addition of this new building will reinvigorate our efforts to attract more startups while helping existing businesses to grow and prosper. Technologies that are developed and commercial‑ ized here will save and improve lives, and will provide the jobs that sustain our local economy and support local families," Penn State Vice President for Research Neil Sharkey said. Parties interested in leasing space in 331 Innovation Boule‑ vard should contact either Dan Leri at 814‑865‑5925 or leasing agent Tom MacDonald at 412‑434‑1028.
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WORKING IN HAPPY VALLEY RIGHT NEXT DOOR
THE PENN STATER
Innovation Park offers the convenience of a world‑class conference center right inside the park. Whether it’s a small‑scale meeting or a major conference, the Penn Stater is the perfect setting.
FIVE REASONS TO LOVE
INNOVATION PARK 1. Many companies that form the foundation of our local economy were started in Innovation Park—several still operate here, em‑ ploying hundreds of people.
2. Companies in Innovation Park are in close proximity to the airport and have access to top resources, talent, and technology for half the cost of Silicon Valley. 3. Daybridge Child Development Center, a NAEYC‑accredited child‑ care center for kids ages 6 weeks through school age, is located right in Innovation Park for employees in need of high‑quality childcare.
With various room sizes, technology options, and catering services, the Penn Stater can accommodate any meeting. The hotel also offers quality accommodations with everything you could ask for, including two unique restaurants to choose from. At The Penn Stater, you truly experience the best of Penn State hospitality: luxury, comfort, and all the tools to stay in touch and be productive. The conference center is within walking distance of every building in the park, making it a convenient meeting place.
4. CoolBlue Community programs at Innovation Park bring employ‑ ees together for health and fitness, networking, and social events. 5. Innovation Park has a 1.39‑mile walking trail loop, along with sev‑ eral other trails, and is connected directly to downtown and Penn State’s campus by biking and walking paths.
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WORKING IN HAPPY VALLEY NATIONAL RECRUITERS
TARGET PENN STATE PENN STATE RANKS NO. 1 CHOICE AMONG 100 UNIVERSITIES BY RECRUITERS BY EILEEN WISE The combination of gently rolling hills, excellent quality of life, and plenty of great talent are three compelling reasons aspiring entrepreneurs are attracted to the State College area. The talent, of course, is the large pool of Penn State graduates. A 2010 Wall Street Journal survey of 479 recruiters from national companies representing over 30 industries ranked Penn State as their No. 1 choice among 100 universities. The second and third ratings went to Texas A&M and the University of Illinois at Urbana‑Champaign, showing that Penn State and other large state universities have become even more appealing to recruiters than the traditional Ivy League schools. According to Bob Orndorff, Penn State Senior Director of Career Services, “Much of the appeal for the companies is attrib‑ uted to the wide diversity of majors, the ability to give students a well‑rounded education, and the fact that these graduates tend to fit well into their corporate cultures.” In recent years, large corporations have begun concentrating on 20, 30 or 40 institutions where they have had the best track record and are interested in building deeper relationships. Penn State continues to make the cut as a Tier 1 recruiting school year after year. These companies are investing in meaningful internship op‑ portunities, partnering with on‑campus clubs and organizations, and collaborating with faculty to offer projects in which students work to solve real world problems. Some companies, such as Google, Campbell Soup, Aernnova Aerospace S.A., and Barracuda Networks, have even relocated or opened branch offices to position themselves near large state universities with diverse talent. The proximity gives them year‑round access to interns and a higher probability that new graduates already reside locally, eliminating relocation costs. Orndorff explained, “Collaborative project work is a win‑win for the companies and the students. Students get a great experi‑ ence, and the company representatives get to know students personally and identify talent on a deeper level.” 42 42
Orndorff continued, “Some of the qualities and skills that recruiters are seeking are very hard to assess in a one or two‑hour interview. Recruiters tell us that, in addition to academic and technical preparation, they are looking for three additional quali‑ ties: people skills, character, and critical thinking. For example, the College of Engineering’s Learning Factory offers collaborative industry‑related projects. In these group projects companies can observe first‑hand the skills they are looking for – cooperation, teamwork, communication, a solid work ethic, integrity, motiva‑ tion, and initiative, as well as the abilities to handle adversity and adapt to changing conditions. Orndorff credits Penn State alumni with helping to keep the university at the forefront for recruiters. “We’re very fortunate to have Penn State alumni doing great things all over the world that keep these large companies com‑ ing back,” he said. “Their attitude is, ‘Boy, we really like Penn State graduates. They’re doing great things for us, and we’d like to hire more.’”
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WORKING IN
THE HAPPIEST PLACE ON EARTH BY LEAH GRUBB
State College, or Happy Valley as it’s more affectionately called, truly offers the top‑notch quality of life you’re looking for. We’ve received numerous national awards for our small town atmosphere, sense of community, and connection to world‑class research facilities at Penn State. Happy Valley is the place where work and personal life are priorities, and both are richly rewarding.
WHAT’S IN HAPPY VALLEY FOR YOU? ACCESS TO RESOURCES Innovation Park at Penn State offers many programs to help guide and fund startup companies. The Ben Franklin TechCelerator and the Small Business Development Center provide help in recruiting top talent, accessing technology and other resources, and forming a solid business plan. If you’re a new entrepreneur, you’ve got a wealth of knowledge at your fingertips.
FLEXIBILITY FOR YOUR FAMILY State College offers over 35 daycare facilities and a variety of schools for your children. State College Area School District is
one of the best in the state; the school earned a silver medal in U.S. News and World Report’s premiere ranking of the nation’s best high schools in 2008 and was rated one of the “Top High Schools in the Country” by Newsweek magazine in 2007. For those interested in Catholic education, State College offers some viable options including Our Lady of Victory Catholic Elemen‑ tary School and Saint Joseph’s Catholic Academy.
A SHORT COMMUTE Living and working in State College gives you an added sense of flexibility. When home, work, and your child’s daycare or school are all within a short distance, you’re available if need be. With less travel, you can quickly make it home from work for family time.
RECREATION & ENTERTAINMENT Centre County offers both youth and adult recreation programs, all kinds of community events and festivals, musical performances, and multiple wineries, breweries, and distilleries. There’s something here for you, no matter what your interests are.
OUTDOOR RECREATION Centre County offers over 44 parks (including 5 state parks) and other nearby outdoor recreation opportunities. Lake Raystown in Huntingdon County offers fishing, boating, hiking, kayaking, and more. Spruce Creek is also a popular spot for fishing—even former presidents Dwight D. Eisenhower and Jimmy Carter have made visits here to fish. If your interests lie in the arts, there’s certainly something here for you. PERFORMING ARTS: The Center for the Performing Arts | The Playhouse | The Pavilion | The State Theatre ART GALLERIES: Green Drake Gallery & Arts Center | Palmer Museum of Art | Gallery Shop There are also several crafts and arts festivals, including the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, one of the top shows in the nation. State College is a town fueled by and filled with innovation, but it’s also a family town. Don’t have a family yet? There are plenty of social organizations and networking events for young professionals. The area also features public transportation such as CATA buses, fine dining, a vibrant nightlife, and networking opportunities—making this a great home for young professionals just beginning their careers. Happy Valley has something for everyone, making it the best place for your business, you, and your family.
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Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, held every year in downtown State College
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Where to Shop
Eat, Play, Live in Happy Valley!
bar bleu bar‑bleu.com 814‑237‑0374
Mount Nittany Vineyard & Winery mtnittanywinery.com; facebook.com/ mtnittanywinery 814‑466‑6373
Beer Belly’s Beverage beerbellysbeverage.com 814‑237‑2739
Otto’s Pub & Brewery ottospubandbrewery.com 814‑867‑6886
Belinda’s Port Matilda Hotel & Tavern 814‑692‑4097
The Saloon HomeOfTheMonkeyBoy.com 814‑234‑1344
Brewsky’s Bottle Shop 814‑272‑1074
Seven Mountains Wine Cellars sevenmountainswinecellars.com 814‑364‑1000
Beer and Wine
Happy Valley Brewing Company happyvalleybeer.com 814‑234 4406 Happy Valley Vineyard & Winery thehappyvalleywinery.com 814‑308‑8756 The Hopshop dantesinc.com/locations/thehopshop/ 814‑308‑9808 Liberty Craft House dantesinc.com/locations/ liberty-craft-house/ 814‑954‑4923
Shopping
Happy Valley Tickets happyvalleytickets.com 814‑237‑5204 Northland Bowl northlandbowl.com 814‑237‑1500 OrderUp orderup.com Dwellings dwellingsboutique.com 814‑272‑5652
What to do
Arts and Culture
Bellefonte Art Museum of Centre County bellefontemuseum.org 814‑355‑4280 Bryce Jordan Center bjc.psu.edu 814‑863‑5500 Center for the Performing Arts cpa.psu.edu 814‑863‑0255 FUSE Productions fuseproductions.org Palmer Museum of Art palmermuseum.psu.edu 814‑865‑7672 The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org 814‑272‑0606
Golf Courses
Mountain View Golf mtviewcountryclub.com 814‑466‑7231 Toftrees Golf Resort & Conference Center toftrees.com 800‑252‑3551
Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com 814‑466‑6266
Carnegie Inn & Spa carnegieinnandspa.com 814‑234‑2424
Around Happy Valley
Comfort Suites comfortsuites.com 814‑235‑1900
Huntingdon County Visitors Bureau raystown.org 814‑658‑0060 Lincoln Caverns lincolncaverns.com 814‑643‑0268 Penn State All‑Sports Museum gopsusports.com/museum/ 814‑865‑0044 Penn’s Cave and Wildlife Park pennscave.com 814‑364‑1664 Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center shaverscreek.org 814‑863‑2000 State College Spikes statecollegespikes.com 814‑272‑1711
Where to Stay Hotels
Atherton Hotel athertonhotel.net 814‑231‑2100 Belinda’s Port Matilda Hotel & Tavern 814‑692‑4097
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Days Inn Penn State lioncountrylodging.com 814‑238‑8454 Econo Lodge Bellefonte econolodge.com 814‑355‑5561 Fairfield Inn & Suites State College marriott.com/hotels 814‑238‑3871 Hampton Inn & Suites State College hamptoninn.com 814‑231‑1899 Hilton Garden Inn lioncountrylodging.com 814‑272‑1221 Holiday Inn Express State College hiexpress.com 814‑867‑1800
Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com 814‑466‑6266 Vamos Lion Chariot vamoslion.com 814‑404‑2782
Palmer Museum of Art
Country Inn and Suites countryinns.com 814‑234‑6000
Lock Haven Fairfield Inn and Suites marriott.com/hotels/travel/ iptlh-fairfield-inn-and-suiteslock-haven/ 570‑263‑5034 Milesburg Quality Inn choicehotels.com/pa660 814‑355‑7521 Nittany Budget Motel lioncountrylodging.com 814‑238‑0015 Nittany Lion Inn nittanylioninn.psu.edu 800‑233‑7505
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Eat, Play, Live in Happy Valley!
EsSpa at the Carnegie Inn & Spa esspa.us 814‑380‑9772
Associated Realty Property Mgmt arpm.com 814‑231‑3333
Lionheart Fitness lionheartgyms.com 814-238-4617
Fine Line Homes finelinehomes.com 814‑237‑5581 Heritage Realty Group heritagerealtystatecollege.com 814‑231‑0101
The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel thepennstater.psu.edu 814‑863‑5000 PA Reservations pa‑reservations.com Quality Inn Penn State lioncountrylodging.com 814‑234‑1600 Ramada Inn & Conferance Center ramadasc.com 814‑238‑3001
Toftrees Golf Resort & Conference Center toftrees.com 800‑252‑3551
Bed & Breakfasts and Hostels
Bed & Breakfast at the Rock Garden therockgardenbandb.com 814‑466‑6100 Chatelaine Bed & Breakfast chatelainebandb.com 814‑238‑2028
Raystown Lake Fairfield Inn & Suites raystownlakehotel.com 814‑643‑3672
Godspeed Hostel godspeedhostel.com 814‑554‑0024
Sleep Inn sleepinn.com 814‑235‑1020
Our Fair Lady Bed & Breakfast ourfairladybnb.com 814‑355‑1117
Spring Hill Suites State College marriott.com 814‑867‑1807
The Queen Bed & Breakfast thequeenbnb.com 814‑355‑7946
Super 8 lioncountrylodging.com 814‑237‑8005
Reynolds Mansion reynoldsmansion.com 814‑353‑8407
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Riffles and Runs B & B rifflesandruns.com 814‑353‑8109
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Realty
The Apartment Store apartmentstore.com 866‑746‑3511
Riffles and Runs
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Salons, Spas & Gyms
A Step Beyond Massage Therapy astepbeyondmassagetherapy.com 814‑441‑9331
Momentum Fitness momentum-fitness.com 814-321-4711 The North Club thenorthclub.com 814-237-1510 Titan Fitness titanfitness.com 814-235-1015
Where to Eat Restaurants
American Ale House americanalehouse.net 814‑237‑9701;
Lodges, Cabins and Campgrounds Ingleby Lodge inglebylodge.com 814‑360‑5145
Living/ Relocating Local Services
Catholic Campus Ministry psucatholic.org Central PA Conv & Vistors Bureau visitpennstate.org 800‑358‑5466 Karch Auto karchauto.com 814‑238‑2886 State College Community Land Trust scclandtrust.org 814‑867‑0656
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Eat, Play, Live in Happy Valley! Liberty Craft House Dantesinc.com 814‑954‑4923 Mario’s Italian Restaurant MariosItalianState College.com 814‑234‑4273 OrderUp orderup.com Otto’s Pub & Brewery ottospubandbrewery.com 814‑867‑688 Pizza Mia bellefontepizzamia.com 814‑355‑3738
Zola Kitchen & Wine Bar The Arena Bar & Grill thearenabarandgrill.com 814‑237‑8833
Gigi’s Restaurant & Wine Lounge Gigisdining.com 814‑861‑3463
bar bleu dantesinc.com/locations/ bar-bleu/ 814‑237‑0374
Good Seed Baking Co goodseedbaking.com 814‑238‑1133 Happy Valley Brewing Company happyvalleybeer.com 814‑234 4406
Carnegie Inn & Spa carnegieinnandspa.com 814‑234‑2424 Champs Sports Grill champssportsgrill.net 814‑238‑7788 The Deli Restaurant TheDeliRestaurant.com 814‑237‑5710 The Dining Room (at The Nittany Lion Inn) nittanylioninn.psu.edu 814‑865‑8590 The Field Burger and Tap toftrees.com/restaurant 814‑234‑8000 The Gardens Restaurant (at the Penn Stater) thepennstaterhotel.psu.edu 814‑863‑5090
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Hi‑Way Pizza HiwayPizza.com 814‑237‑0375 Hublersburg Inn hublersburginn.com 814‑383‑2616 Inferno Brick Oven & Bar InfernoBrickOvenBar.com 814‑237‑5718 Kelly’s Steak & Seafood kellys‑steak.com 814‑466‑6251 Legends (at the Penn Stater) thepennstaterhotel.psu.edu 814‑863‑5080
P.J. Harrigan’s pjharrigans.com 814‑235‑300 Qdoba qdoba.com 814‑861‑3288 Rotelli rotellistatecollege.com 814‑238‑8463 Rumors Lounge (at the Atherton Hotel) Athertonhotel.net/eat‑drink/ rumors‑lounge.htm 814‑231‑2100 The Saloon HomeOfTheMonkeyBoy.com 814‑234‑1344 Tarragon Restaurant (at the Atherton Hotel) Athertonhotel.net/eat‑drink/ tarragon‑restaurant.htm 814‑231‑2100 The View at Mountain View Country Club mtviewcountryclub.com/theview 814‑466‑7231
Way Cafe and Bakery wayfruitfarm.com/ deli.php 814‑692‑5211
Lodge at Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com 814‑466‑7976
Whiskers (at The Nittany Lion Inn) nittanylioninn.psu.edu/Nittany LionInn/Dining/Whiskers.cfm 814‑865‑8580 Zola Kitchen & Wine Bar zolakitchen.com 814‑237‑8474
Ramada Conference Center ramadasc.com 814‑238‑3001
Arena Bar & Grill, The thearenabarandgrill.com 814‑237‑8833
Rotelli rotellistatecollege.com 814‑238‑8463
Champs Sports Grill champssportsgrill.net 814‑234‑7700
Zola Catering zolakitchen.com 814‑237‑8474
Dante’s Restaurants, Inc. dantesinc.com 814‑234‑1344 The Gardens Restaurant (at the Penn Stater) thepennstaterhotel.psu.edu 814‑863‑5090 Gigi’s Restaurant & Wine Lounge gigisdining.com 814‑861‑3463
Hoag’s Catering at Celebration Hall hoagscatering.com 814‑238‑0838 Kelly’s Steak & Seafood kellys‑steak.com 814‑466‑6251
Penn State Hospitality pennstatehotels.com 800‑233‑7505 Qdoba qdoba.com 814‑861‑3288
Catering/Group Events
Happy Valley Catering by Pizza Mia! bellefontepizzamia.com 814‑355‑3738
Mountain View Country Club mtviewcountryclub.com 814‑466‑7231
CSAs / Farms / Farmers Markets / Buying Clubs
Downtown State College Farmers Market statecollegefarmersmarket.com PA Organics paorganic.org 814‑422‑0251 Way Fruit Farm wayfruitfarm.com 814‑692‑5211
Bakeries
Good Seed Baking Co. goodseedbaking.com 814‑238‑1133
For a complete listing of restaurants, hotels, caterers and so much more, go to HappyValley.com
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Make the Holidays Even Brighter with Meals, Stays and Events at The Nittany Lion Inn and The Penn Stater By Cara Aungst
Football may be winding down and snow is in the air, but things are just warming up for the holidays at The Nittany Lion Inn and The Penn Stater. They have dinners and events slated to help you make your holidays even more meaningful, delicious, relaxing and stress‑free this year. Here’s how:
The Nittany Lion Inn as Your Spare Room Are you having company for the holidays? Is your house bursting at the seams? The Nittany Lion Inn has a solution for that – send your guests their way. Your loved ones will feel comfortable and at home at The Inn, State College’s holiday centerpiece. The Inn takes pride in providing the best in customer service and will treat your guests to a delicious free breakfast at the Dining Room and send them on their way for the rest of their day. Contact a reservations specialist today at 800‑233‑7505 and you can check this off your holiday checklist!
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Breakfast with Santa Ho Ho Ho! Santa Claus is coming to…The Nittany Lion Inn! Bring the family for Breakfast with Santa on December 12 at 9 a.m. Enjoy a delicious start to your day, and take home a compli‑ mentary photo with our star guest, Santa. Call 814‑865‑5890 for more information and reservations.
Christmas Eve at the Penn Stater Add The Penn Stater to your Christmas Eve plans. Their buf‑ fet features familiar favorites and decadent new treats that will make your Christmas Eve even better! Reserve a table today at 814‑863‑5090. Let them do the decorating and cooking for your Christmas Eve this year. It just might start being a favorite new Christmas tradition!
Christmas Day Buffet at the Inn The Nittany Lion Inn ushers in Christmas Day with an endless ar‑ ray of main dishes, sides and their famous dessert buffet featuring Creamery ice cream, Christmas cookies, freshly baked cakes and pies and more! The only thing better would be a white Christmas!
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