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Exclusive: James Franklin on recruitment, elite status and belonging to Happy Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Breakout players: Five Nittany Lions to watch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Exclusive: Sean Clifford looks like he belongs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Hit the road with the Nittany Lions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Motivated Nittany Lions playing with something to prove. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Penn State football’s top five games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Tailgate Guys take gameday parties to the next level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Five burning questions for Penn State football . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Calendar of Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 53rd Arts Festival heads downtown for art, music and fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Summer celebrations return to Central Pennsylvania. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Fill your summer with cocktails, tapas and the perfect game. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Tap takeovers, brunches and burgers at The Penn Stater. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Jack's Narrows and Raystown Lake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Top 10 summer stops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Penn State parents' guide to Happy Valley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Local wineries & cideries unveil new drinks & events to make your summer shine. 48 Enjoy summer with outdoor dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Spend your summer in Victorian Bellefonte. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Happy Valley Hotels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Where to stay this fall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Eat, Play, Live in Happy Valley!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 State College Spikes plan to light up sky and scoreboard this summer. . . . . . . . . 70 Bear Mountain Lodge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Central PA Festival of the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Centre County Grange Fair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Collegiate Athletic Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Columbus Chapel & Boal Mansion Museum . . 47 Distinct Collectibles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Dutch Fall Fest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Earlystown Diner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Earlystown Manor B&B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Fort Roberdeau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Graduate State College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Happy Valley Hotels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 HFL / Sleep Inn / Comfort Suites. . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Hublersburg Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Hungry Run Wine Cellars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Huntingdon County Visitors Bureau. . . . . . . . . 43 J.L. Farm and Cidery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Maine Bay and Berry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Mifflinburg Heritage & Revitalization Association (MHRA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Nittany Antique Machinery Association, Inc. . 33 North Atherton Farmers Market. . . . . . . . . . . 44 Penn State Homecoming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 72 Penn State Hospitality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-41 Penn’s Cave and Wildlife Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Pennsylvania Military Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Port Matilda Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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“Each one is a blessing.” That’s a reminder I often find myself offering to old college friends about the seven home football weekends we enjoy each autumn here in Happy Valley. The same might be said of every new season.
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Idaho
3:30 p.m.
Sept. 7
Buffalo
7:30 p.m.
Sept. 14
Pittsburgh STRIPE OUT
12:00 p.m.
Sept. 27
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Purdue 12:00 p.m. HOMECOMING
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at Iowa TBA
Oct. 19
Michigan TBA WHITE OUT
Oct. 26
at Michigan State TBA
Nov. 9
at Minnesota TBA
Nov. 16
Indiana TBA
Nov. 23
at Ohio State TBA
Nov. 30
Rutgers TBA SENIOR DAY
Dec. 7
Big Ten Championship Game (Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis)
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Who knows if young Sean Clifford is prepared to fill the void left by the sudden departure of Tommy Stevens? Who can predict the impact of changes (or lack thereof ) to James Franklin’s staff? Who stands poised to rise and join the gridiron Chris Buchignani legends of Old State, or to falter and fade into the mists of time? But also, ultimately, who cares? The irrational, emotional investment we make in young men playing a game is, inexplicably, what makes fandom so fun, and why I hope you’ll love this issue’s look ahead at the 2019 Nittany Lions. I also hope you’ll remember that the actual football is not so much an ends unto itself, but rather the means by which we enjoy those blessings that are uniquely ours. As the first rays of morning sun lance out over the ridge of Mount Nittany to illuminate fields packed with tents and RVs, awaiting 100,000 revelers, the day has already been won, no matter the final score.
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"We want more, the fans want more, everybody wants more," Coach Franklin says about the upcoming season.
Exclusive:
James Franklin on recruitment, elite status and belonging to Happy Valley By John Patishnock Over the last three seasons, James Franklin has led Penn State to success that surpasses nearly every other college football program in the country. The list includes 31 wins, a Big Ten championship, appearances in the Rose Bowl, Fiesta Bowl, and Citrus Bowl and a New Year’s Six bowl game win (Fiesta). Still, he understands that everybody wants more: the fans, the players, the coaches and himself, too. Franklin’s office in the Lasch Building offers a breathtaking 6
view of Mount Nittany, which sits off in the distance, beyond the practice field. And of course, Beaver Stadium beckons nearby and is also visible. It’s really a sparkling vista, especially for someone who understands the history and importance of Penn State football. That list certainly includes Franklin. The Penn State head coach typically starts his day early — he’s previously said he needs only four hours of sleep — so it was no surprise that even though it was a few minutes before 7 a.m.,
Franklin was already in the office and possessed the type of energy most people don’t have until halfway through their workday. Spring practice had concluded the previous month, and fall camp stood a few months away, though there was plenty to talk about during a Tuesday morning in late May, as Franklin discussed life in coaching, handling fame and what impresses him the most about Sean Clifford, among other topics.
understanding what our weaknesses are, understanding some of the things that we need to get changed, I think all of those things are very valuable.
HappyValley.com: Going into your sixth season, in addition to recruiting and institutional knowledge, are there are other benefits of having some longevity at Penn State? James Franklin: I think probably the other thing is you get familiar with the conference and understanding what teams have with personnel, the coaching staff’s overall philosophy, what venues are more challenging to play in than others, etc. Although I haven’t been to every venue yet in the Big Ten, most of them I’ve been to at some point in my career, so I think there’s value in that. I think you’re right, I think the institutional knowledge is probably the biggest thing, understanding what our strengths are,
HappyValley.com: Do you feel a sense of belonging at Penn State that maybe you haven’t had at other places? James Franklin: The places that have probably felt like that in my career are Maryland, because I was there, off and on, for eight years, so there was a sense (of belonging) there. Obviously going to Vanderbilt, you really got into a situation where that was hard to leave. I think a lot of times people look at it and they say Penn State was a no‑brainer, but you develop such relationships and belief in what you’re doing and the culture, and that’s hard to build. I don’t think people realize the culture aspect is really
We have some stuff to prove, and I think individual players probably feel similar.
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2019 James Franklin Continued from page 7 hard to build, and when you leave, you’ve got to start all over, so that was hard. In a lot of ways, I had a very hard time (leaving Vanderbilt). I remember having the team meeting and to say bye to all those kids, and I almost couldn’t do it. That was one of the more challenging things that I’ve ever had to do. The people that know me best know I’m a very loyal person, and the relationship aspect is critical to me. I think obviously this is the place that I’ve been consistently the longest — my family loves it here. Me and my two daughters were just talking about this yesterday: If we could be fortunate enough to have our children be able to basically go their entire school careers — elementary, middle school and high school — in the same place, and then even possibly college, I think you’ve lived a blessed life from a coaching perspective, because your families typically don’t get those opportunities. HappyValley.com: Looking at the concept of pressure — some coaches and players say they put more pressure on themselves than anybody else does. On the other hand, Duke Head Coach Mike Krzyzewski once said that he doesn’t believe in pressure because that’s when you ask yourself (or your team) to do something you’re not capable of. Do you believe in pressure, and what’s your take on that perspective? James Franklin: I think it really depends. I really kind of never looked at it as pressure because I guess it’s very similar to when I used to play quarterback and when I used to coach quarterbacks and be an offensive coordinator. If you see playing the position of quarterback as pressure, then you probably shouldn’t be playing the position of quarterback. And don’t get me wrong, I think a lot of it depends on really even how you term it. So my point is, if you get butterflies before the game, if you view that as pressure, then it probably will become pressure, and become a negative deal for you. Well, if you look at it and say this is a natural reaction that my body is having, getting me ready for a very intense or very challenging situation or circumstance, then I think your approach and how you view the situation is different. So I think it’s really just kind of how you look at life and how you look at the world and how you look at opportunities. HappyValley.com: Following the Blue‑White game, Sean Clifford said that he feels this team has something to prove going into the 2019 season. Do you agree with that? James Franklin: Yeah, I think because we have a number of guys 8
that need to step into more significant roles that haven’t (before), so I think there’s an individual component to that. Then I think again, you look at our success over the last three years, specifically, we’ve been as successful as really a small, elite group of teams, but obviously we want more, the fans want more, everybody wants more. I think we’ve had some games that are motivating to our players, games that we have played well enough to win but have come up short, so I think as a program, we have a chip on our shoulder and we have some stuff to prove, and I think individual players probably feel similar.
We’re so close, but we need to take that next step, so I think that’s what we’re trying to do. HappyValley.com: You said last season that the program is great but isn’t elite — what needs to change for the program to reach elite status, and is that something that could happen this season? James Franklin: I think those things are things that happen over time, gradually. What we’re talking about is the consistency, what we’re talking about is the standards in our program of how we do things, we’re talking about development, we’re talking about scheme, we’re talking about recruiting, we’re talking about all of it. I think sometimes when people talk about that press conference, I think they misinterpret it. It’s every aspect. We need to gameplan better, we need to manage better, we need to make more plays, we need to develop better in the weight room and on the field and in meetings, it’s all of it. We need to get a little bit
bigger, we need to get a little bit stronger, we need to get a little bit leaner. We’re so close, but we need to take that next step, so I think that’s what we’re trying to do. We’ve made some significant changes in the offseason, not really to any of our core beliefs and standards and how we do things, but we’ve made some subtle changes in how we practice, in how we prepare, doing a lot of studies with sports science and talking to some other people in other programs that I think is going to be helpful. HappyValley.com: Going back to Sean Clifford, what stands out to you the most about the way he’s improved over the last year and how much confidence do you have with Sean running the offense? James Franklin: One of the most impressive things for me with Sean is how competitive he’s been. If you come to winter workouts last year, even when Trace was here, and this year, the guy competes at a very high level for a long period of time. I think a good example of that is he came in and was a good athlete, but has worked himself into a really good athlete. He was a 4.8 guy (40‑yard dash) when he got here and now he’s a 4.5 guy, so I think that’s a really good example of a guy who has worked himself into being a really good athlete. I think he learned a lot from Trace. He was one of those guys that studied and watched everything he did and how Trace prepared and how Trace worked, so that there’s a lot of value in that; I think all of our quarterbacks have done that. Then obviously, the experience that he was able to gain last year because of injuries of other players was valuable to him, and he’s gained a lot of confidence through that. I know he’s very excited, I know we’re very excited, and I think (Will) Levis is excited about his opportunity, as well, as well as the two young guys.
HappyValley.com: During your introductory press conference in 2014, you mentioned Rip Engle and Bob Higgins, and with Higgins, that goes back a century with his days as a player. So, are there times when you think about the legacy that you’re creating — or want to create — during your time at Penn State? James Franklin: I think what I would say is I’ve always been very comfortable with Penn State, and I’ve always been very comfortable at Penn State because I do believe that our philosophies align, our core values align, if that makes sense. This is a place that wants to win, but does not want to win at all costs. Education is important, the community is important, how our guys present themselves, how they carry themselves is important, so I think that aligns.
I feel blessed, and I feel fortunate that I’m at a place that really understands and respects the collegiate model and also really respects and appreciates the true student‑athlete model. We understand how important winning is, but at Penn State, I think people realize that, again, it’s not an end‑all, be‑all. I think a lot of times you can sit here and say,“I’m going to go out and hire a coach that comes in just to win,” and almost in some ways a trained assassin — that’s all he’s doing, he’s coming in to win and that’s all he’s concerned about — but I don’t think that that would work well here. You need to find someone that aligns. I feel blessed, and I feel fortunate that I’m at a place that really understands and respects the collegiate model and also really respects and appreciates the true student‑athlete model. I think that’s hard to find. I think it’s hard for a coach that believes in those things to find a school that truly believes in those things, and I think it’s very challenging for a school to find a coach that aligns with that, and that’s really important. I think we’ve all seen examples across the country where that’s not happening, one way or the other. HappyValley.com: With regard to fame and being recognizable, how have you handled that side of coaching as you’ve progressed throughout your career and become more successful, in terms of knowing that every time you go out in the community, there’s a good chance you’re going to attract a crowd, with fans asking for an autograph or a photo? Continued on page 24 9
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Justin Shorter. Photo courtesy gopsusports
Breakout players: Five Nittany Lions to watch By John Patishnock With the flood of high‑rated recruits and top‑ranked recruiting classes that James Franklin has brought to Penn State over the last few years, offseason buzz for Penn State football has increased significantly. Winning 31 games in three seasons will do that, too. Combine these recent trends, and one of the fastest‑growing pastimes for fans is to discuss who’s primed for a breakout season. We thought it’d be fun to join in, so here’s our list of five Nittany Lions who are set to elevate their roles this year or make a splash 10
in their freshman campaign.
Noah Cain (running back, #21) A true freshman and four‑star recruit, Noah Cain is expected to push for starting reps this season alongside returning sophomore and five‑star recruit Ricky Slade. Cain scored two touchdowns during the Blue‑White game, scoring from two yards out on a rush and also catching an eight‑yard pass from Sean Clifford. That versatility should serve him well this season, when he’ll be part of a highly talented group of running backs. And with Miles Sanders now playing in the NFL, Cain won’t have to supplant a returning starter. “Noah is a tough runner,” Clifford said. “He’s one of those guys that’s going to get you that extra yard if you need it. You saw it today (during the Blue‑White game) on that touchdown, it was awesome… Noah’s a hard‑working guy. He came in and he told everybody that he’s one of those guys that’s gonna work his (butt) off, so that’s a big thing for me. That’s a big thing with all the guys on the team, you just want guys that are going to work hard, and Noah is one of those guys.”
begin competing for additional playing time, even though he’ll possibly be playing behind Yetur Gross‑Matos, one of the top defensive ends in the country who’s already being projected as a Top 10 pick in next season’s NFL Draft, should he forego his final season of eligibility. Penn State’s recorded at least 40 sacks in the last four seasons, the first such occurrence since the team started tracking the stat in the 1980s. Look for Oweh — who features a 6‑foot‑5, 250‑pound frame — to tally at least a half dozen sacks this season, helping the Nittany Lions stretch their record to five.
Justin Shorter (wide receiver, #6) Jahan Dotson. Photo courtesy gopsusports
Jahan Dotson (wide receiver, #5) Penn State’s receivers are just as talented as their running backs, and Jahan Dotson saw action in eight games last season, including four starts as a true freshman. He finished last season with 13 catches for 203 yards, including a season‑high 35‑yard reception in the road win at Rutgers. “I think the next step for him is just being able to know whatever coverage they throw at him, we can still get him the ball,” Offensive Coordinator Ricky Rahne said. Rahne added that the team moved some receivers around in spring practice, with the aim to put them in advantageous matchups, “which I’m really excited about,” Rahne said of the receiver group overall. With Juwan Johnson transferring to Oregon in the offseason, Dotson is in good position to compete to be the Nittany Lions’ No. 2 receiver behind KJ Hamler.
Even though he appeared in only four games last year, defensive Jayson Oweh has been a popular pick for maybe Penn State’s biggest breakout player. Jayson Oweh (defensive end, #28) Even though he appeared in only four games last year, defensive Jayson Oweh has been a popular pick for maybe Penn State’s biggest breakout player, and for good reason. The four‑star prospect from New Jersey has been described as a freak athlete, and because he played in just four games last season — technically still a red‑shirt campaign — Oweh still has four years of eligibility remaining. He recorded two sacks in Penn State’s 63‑10 blowout victory over Kent State last year, and once fall camp begins, he should
Justin Shorter arrived at Penn State with high expectations, as the highest‑rated wide receiver prospect in the country, and eighth overall by ESPN. Shorter made only three catches last season, though that hasn’t squelched any hype, and he made two of those three grabs against Kentucky in the Citrus Bowl. And at 6‑foot‑4, 232 pounds, Shorter should have the physical advantage in most matchups against opposing secondaries.
He’s made tremendous strides… A lot of guys have made a lot of strides, but Justin’s taken it to another level, and I’m really excited about where we’re going. “He’s made tremendous strides,” Clifford said of Shorter. “That’s the big thing for me, just seeing him from day one of spring to the end of spring. A lot of guys have made a lot of strides, but Justin’s taken it to another level, and I’m really excited about where we’re going.” This spring, Offensive Coordinator Ricky Rahne said the team shifted some receivers around, with the goal to put them in advantageous matchups, and Shorter should figure prominently in the Nittany Lions’ aerial attack this year.
Jonathan Sutherland (safety, #26) Perhaps the least‑talked about player on this list, Sutherland is still in position for an elevated role this season at safety. The redshirt sophomore appeared in 13 games last year, including his first career start. He tallied 38 tackles (24 solo, 14 assisted), and added two tackles for loss, one pass deflection and one forced fumble. With Nick Scott’s graduation, Sutherland is in position to Continued on page 12 11
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elevated role this season are safety Lamont Wade (#38); wide receivers Daniel George (#11), Mac Hippenhammer (#12), and Cam Sullivan‑Brown (#81); and defensive tackle PJ Mustipher (#93), among other Nittany Lions.
compete for a starting job or increased playing time as a reserve behind Garrett Taylor, or possibly starting next to him. In terms of being more versatile at safety, here’s what Sutherland said after the Blue‑White game: “It starts with knowing the defense and knowing the defensive scheme, because when you know what you’re doing, you play faster,” Sutherland said. “It’s as simple as that. Knowing your assignment and reading your keys is the start to being versatile on the field. I try to watch film every night, pay attention and take as many notes as possible during meetings. I think that’s really helped me get the playbook down.” Other notable players who have the ability to take on an
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Jonathan Sutherland. Photo courtesy gopsusports
Sean Clifford. Photo courtesy PSU Athletics
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Sean Clifford looks like he belongs By John Patishnock
You’d never know that Sean Clifford still has yet to start his first game as Penn State quarterback. When you watch Clifford play, hear him talk or watch his demeanor, there’s one word that comes to mind: comfortable. Not in the sense that he’s taking anything easy or relaxing in any way. Rather, he looks like he belongs, and he speaks as though he’s a three‑year starter. There are reasons for this, beyond his own confidence. Clifford took plenty of first‑team reps in spring camp. And he played in a
handful of games last season, including the Citrus Bowl. Plus, he redshirted his freshman year, so he’s had plenty of time to learn from both Trace McSorley and Tommy Stevens since arriving. In early June at the Lasch Building, Clifford sat down with HappyValley.com to look ahead to the 2019 season, analyze his own game and discuss what it means to have so much community and fan support. HappyValley.com: How much more comfortable are you with this offense and being in the program, compared to a year ago? Sean Clifford: I think every day that a player is in here longer, it just makes it more comfortable. If we’re going to be honest, the first day that I stepped in here, I didn’t know what to expect. I didn’t know if I was gonna like it — I had a feeling I was gonna like it, I committed here — but I was nervous. I didn’t know where my head was at, especially once we got into everything; it gets a little bit nerve‑wracking. But after a year, two years, now going into my third year, which is crazy in itself, I just feel Continued on page 14 13
2019 Sean Clifford Continued from page 13 so much better. I feel like this is home and family‑oriented. It’s where I want to be, and I’m happy to have this opportunity. HappyValley.com: When you evaluate yourself today, where have you made the biggest improvements from when you first got to the program? Sean Clifford: I think that mentally is the biggest step that I’ve made. A lot of quarterbacks and a lot players come in with a lot of arm strength — if you’re gonna be a highly rated guy, you’re going to come in with a lot of arm talent — and every guy down the line for us can throw the ball really well. But what separates everybody, what separated Trace, was his mental game and being able to learn from him, learn from Tommy, and learn from guys like that. That’s obviously a huge development piece
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in my growth, so I’m just happy where I’m at mentally, from a knowledge perspective of the game.
A lot of quarterbacks and a lot players come in with a lot of arm strength — if you’re gonna be a highly rated guy, you’re going to come in with a lot of arm talent… But what separates everybody, what separated Trace, was his mental game and being able to learn from him. HappyValley.com: You mentioned Tommy. What was your reaction to him transferring and how do you view that from your perspective? Sean Clifford: That’s always a difficult question. People don’t understand that when Tommy leaves, it’s not something that I was happy about. That’s one of my best friends, that’s one of the guys that I’ve been with this whole time leaving the program. Obviously, that’s a bummer for everybody, especially in our (quarterback) room, just how that affects our room. He’s a great leader, and I know that he’s gonna do great things at Mississippi State. Obviously, we have to move on, move forward, and I know that the guys are working real hard to fill that gap because Tommy is such a great player. HappyValley.com: Following the Blue‑White game, you said that you feel like this team has something to prove this year and that the team is being overlooked — why do you think that is? Sean Clifford: I think it’s just part of the game now. Being young is one of those things that teams have to get past because with this new transfer portal, with guys leaving early for the NFL Draft, there’s just a lot of variability with how teams are formatted now. I think that we are going to be one of the youngest teams in the Big Ten — that’s not saying that we’re not going to be the most talented team, I think that we are — but I think that that’s the biggest thing. With the amount of change that we’ve had over this year, and with the transfer portal and with guys leaving for the NFL, I think that there are just a lot of questions right now, but we’re going to silence those questions really quick. HappyValley.com: Micah Parsons said recently that this team will make the playoffs in the next two years. What was your
reaction to that, and is that something that other players believe? Sean Clifford: Yeah, the one thing that we’ve always said, regardless of what was going on, is that we have the talent to be a playoff team — we know that. Deep down, we all know that. I think that we’ll see this summer, we’ll see this fall, what happens but I think that from a player perspective and a coach perspective, we know where we should be, and that’s in the playoffs and competing for a Big Ten championship, winning a Big Ten championship and then playing the best of the best. I don’t see anything different, and that’s why I came here. I wouldn’t have come to a school that wasn’t going to compete for the playoffs because I’m a winner, so there’s no reason for us not to be there. HappyValley.com: To get to that level, does this team need to make big changes, or smaller, incremental changes? How much separation is there between you and the playoff teams? Sean Clifford: I think that the big changes that had to be made to get to this level have been made, and I think that the team understands that. I think that as a whole, we know now what it takes to win. It’s the littlest things now, because Clemson, Alabama, they’re doing the littlest things right. Maybe sometimes we miss that one little thing, but now we know what those things are, those little, tiny details. We’re young, and I’m not going to put that past us because we’re a young team, especially on offense, as I look over the roster, we’re obviously young. But I think we’re one of the most talented teams. It’s just being detail‑oriented
every single day, getting your work done, getting your job done, and that’ll eventually add up.
I would say that being quarterback here is a very humbling experience, to say the least. Trace felt it, Tommy felt it and I’m starting to feel that. HappyValley.com: The starting quarterback at Penn State receives a lot of attention. Are you prepared for that, and how do you view that part of being a student‑athlete? Sean Clifford: I would say that being quarterback here is a very humbling experience, to say the least. Trace felt it, Tommy felt it and I’m starting to feel that. I know that everybody has their fame, but to be honest with you, I’m just not that type of guy that’s going to feed into it too much. I like to think of myself as a nice guy, I’m always down to take a picture with somebody or make someone’s day, and I’m really into community service. But in the end, I’m here to win games and bring this community and this program as much success as I can. Overall, that’s my goal and whatever comes with it, comes with it, but it’s definitely a humbling experience to say the least. HappyValley.com: Outside of what happens on the field, what’s the best part about being part of the Penn State football program? Sean Clifford: I think that the support system is the biggest because I’ve seen what they do with wins, and I’ve seen what they do with losses. Obviously, it’s tough when you lose a game, but I think that this community overall does a really good job of hanging in there with their team and shows support regardless of the score — which at the college level, that’s sometimes hard to find. You lose a game, it’s the end of the world sometimes, but no one is going to be more mad after a loss than the players themselves. To see the community and everybody rally behind you and really have your back through everything, I think that’s the biggest thing.
Sean Clifford. Photo courtesy Tim Weight
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2019 Hit the road with the Nittany Lions Penn State’s 2019 away schedule By Jeff Cavanaugh
OCTOBER 12 @ IOWA HAWKEYES Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City, IA Connect with PSU Alums in Iowa: facebook.com/PSUiowa
The biggest question in Penn State football circles this summer is who and how will the Nittany Lions replace the production of their record‑breaking quarterback Trace McSorely who is now a member of the Baltimore Ravens. The second biggest question should be — which of Penn State’s away games is your family taking a road trip to this season? This season, the Nittany Lions will travel to five away games and each away game gives Penn State fans and alums a chance to see different parts of the country. And whether you decide to go to Columbus, Minneapolis or East Lansing, each Penn State away trip is vacation time well spent! Here is a closer look at all of the 2019 Penn State away games:
SEPTEMBER 27 @ MARYLAND TERRAPINS Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium, College Park, MD Connect with PSU Alums in Maryland: psuwashdc.org The first road game is also the shortest road trip on the 2019 schedule — a three‑and‑a‑half‑hour ride down to College Park to visit the Maryland Terrapins. In the past three meetings between the two teams, the Nittany Lions have outscored the Terps 142‑20 — but this year should be closer as the Friday night game will be the first Big Ten game for a lot of Penn State’s young but talented roster. If you need another reason to go: Located only 15 miles from 16
Washington D.C. and less than 40 minutes from Baltimore, a trip to College Park could make for a great weekend trip. There are countless historical sites to visit in Washington D.C. and in Baltimore, but if you want to try your luck you can visit the MGM National Harbor Casino on the Potomac River or the Horseshoe Casino around the corner from Camden Yards in Baltimore. Both casinos and resorts feature countless restaurants, bars and thousands of casino games.
Penn State has won the past five meetings against the Iowa Hawkeyes — but not all of them have been easy. Last year, the Nittany Lions’ defense stepped up for two huge stops at the end of a five‑point victory. And the last time Penn State visited Kinnick Stadium, Trace McSorely threw a touchdown pass to Juwan Johnson as time expired for an unforgettable 21‑19 win. If you need another reason to go: No one likes a 12‑hour drive — especially when over 11 hours are on I‑80 — but Iowa City is a fun college town to visit with a lot to offer. For the beer drinkers, Big Grove Brewery and Taproom (biggrovebrewery.com) in Iowa City is a 28,000 sq. ft. brewery, restaurant and entertainment venue. They have a number of award‑winning brews and have an awesome outdoor space that is great for a nice October afternoon. And if you’re looking for a different kind of entertainment, check out Hatchet Jack’s (hatchet‑jacks.com), which is a one‑of‑a‑kind axe throwing bar. Patrons are trained and taught games to play similar to darts by Hatchet Jack’s “axperts.”
OCTOBER 26 @ MICHIGAN STATE SPARTANS Spartan Stadium, East Lansing, MI Connect with PSU Alums in East Lansing: facebook.com/ psuofmichigan The Michigan State Spartans have been a thorn in the side of
the Nittany Lions over the past two seasons. In back-to-back years, Penn State was ranked in the top 10 and was coming off heartbreaking losses to Ohio State only to lose in the final minute to Michigan State. The Nittany Lions are hoping that history doesn’t repeat itself again this season in the battle for the Land Grant Trophy. If you need another reason to go: One of the best parts of traveling is trying some of the local food and beverages — and the Lansing area is home to over a dozen wineries, breweries, and distilleries. The Greater Lansing Makers & Shakers Beer, Wine and Spirits Trail features 21 different venues with some of the best craft beer, wine and spirits that Michigan has to offer. One of the best stops in East Lansing is Ellison Brewery and Spirits (ellisonbrewing. com) which opened in 2015 and has outstanding beer and food in their tap room.
NOVEMBER 9 @ MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS TCF Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN Connect with PSU Alums in Minnesota: psumn.com The last time the Nittany Lions faced the Golden Gophers in the battle for the Governor’s Victory Bell, Saquon Barkley saved the day with a 25‑yard walk‑off touchdown run in overtime in 2016. This season, Penn State will travel to Minnesota following their bye week so should be well rested and hopefully ready for the stretch‑run to another Big Ten Championship. If you need another reason to go: Prince’s extraordinary private estate and production complex Paisley Park is now a museum dedicated to arguably
the most famous Minnesotan. Located a half hour from the University of Minnesota in Chanhassen, Paisley Park gives fans an unprecedented opportunity to experience first‑hand what it was like for Prince to create, produce and perform inside his private sanctuary and remarkable production complex. For more information on Paisley Park and to purchase tickets for the tour, visit officialpaisleypark.com
NOVEMBER 23 @ OHIO STATE BUCKEYES Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH Connect with PSU Alums in Columbus: facebook.com/ psucolumbus/ There has been no rivalry more exciting than the Nittany Lions and the Buckeyes over the past three years. In 2016, Grant Haley returned a blocked field goal 60 yards for a touchdown late in the fourth quarter to seal a huge three‑point upset over the #2 Buckeyes in front of a raucous White Out crowd. Then in the last two meetings, the Nittany Lions held double digit leads late in the fourth quarter only to see Ohio State storm back and survive with a pair of one‑point victories. If recent history is any indicator — you’re going to want to take the trip to the biggest and last road game on the 2019 schedule. If you need another reason to go: All Penn State fans should make the trip to “The Horseshoe” at least once. It is an unbelievable atmosphere and only a five‑hour ride from Happy Valley. And even though the Nittany Lions have only two wins in Columbus since 1993, a late season Penn State/Ohio State game can have huge Big Ten title implications. Also, Columbus is home to a lot of great restaurants. One of the favorite spots for locals is Hot Chicken Takeover, which has three locations throughout Columbus (hotchickentakeover.com) and has perfected Nashville’s famous hot chicken sandwiches in Ohio.
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2019 Motivated Nittany Lions playing with something to prove By John Patishnock Over the last three years, Penn State has been as successful as a handful of programs in the country: namely Alabama, Clemson, Georgia, Oklahoma and Ohio State. Among this group, however, Penn State is the only program not to make an appearance in the College Football Playoff; though it can easily be argued the Nittany Lions should’ve been included in 2016, when they beat the Buckeyes and won the Big Ten, and then had to watch Ohio State get blown out in the semifinals. So why is it worth bringing this up when it happened three years ago?
Because for all the team’s recent high‑level success, there’s a feeling that Penn State still has something to prove, either to themselves or the country, or possibly both.
Raising the standard Over the last three seasons, Penn State has won 31 games, a Big Ten title, and the Fiesta Bowl. Add in appearances in the Rose Bowl and Citrus Bowl and a win over the second‑ranked team (Ohio State), and it’s difficult to argue that any team is underachieving with that résumé. However, there’s a sense of motivation among the Nittany Lions, partly because they feel like they’re being overlooked, and partly because they feel like they’ve had some winnable games get away from them over the last couple of years. “I think as a team, we have something to prove, because I think a lot of people are downplaying us,” Sean Clifford said after the Blue‑White game. “I’ve always loved being an underdog, so it’s about time to prove some people wrong.” Moments later, Clifford’s assessment was shared with Defensive Coordinator Brent Pry, who echoed the quarterback’s Continued on page 22 Continued on page 18
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Penn State football’s top Five games By John Patishnock
Even with the departure of a number of players who either graduated, declared for the NFL Draft or transferred, James Franklin and the Nittany Lions return enough talent to win 10 games for the third time in four seasons. Will it happen? We take a look at five key games in the upcoming season. If Penn State will amass another 10‑win season, the Nittany Lions will need to clear these roadblocks. Games are listed in chronological order:
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OPPONENT: Pitt DATE: Sept. 14 VENUE: Beaver Stadium
Overview: Before everyone starts thinking this is a rivalry game — trust me, it isn’t — the only reason this game cracks the top five is because the Panthers represent the only possible real challenge for Penn State’s non‑conference schedule. Penn State’s other non‑Big Ten foes are Idaho and Buffalo. For Penn State to have a viable chance at a 10‑win season and appearance in a New Year’s Six bowl, the Nittany Lions will definitely need to enter conference schedule with a 3‑0 mark. What's at stake: For Penn State, sustaining early‑season momentum and the continued development of the offensive chemistry. Redshirt sophomore Sean Clifford is slated to begin fall camp as the presumed front‑runner for the position, so if he wins the job as expected, it’ll be important for him to enter Big Ten play with even more confidence than he gained last year while earning meaningful snaps in a handful of games. Continued on page 20 19
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OPPONENT: Iowa DATE: Oct. 12 VENUE: Kinnick Stadium Overview: Kinnick Stadium might be the most underrated venue in the Big Ten, so if you can make the trip to Iowa City to watch this clash, it should be worth your time. Kirk Ferentz’s squad seemingly is always finishing the season around 8‑4, though they’re much more formidable at home, evident by their home upsets over both Michigan and Ohio State in recent years. The Hawkeyes almost did the same to Penn State two years ago, when a Trace McSorley‑Juwan Johnson touchdown connection on the last play of the game preserved the Nittany Lions’ win. What's at stake: Penn State should be 5‑0 entering this contest
— the Nittany Lions open Big Ten play against Maryland and Purdue — so a win in Iowa City would make Penn State bowl eligible and establish the Nittany Lions as a legitimate contender for the Big Ten championship and a College Football Playoff appearance. However, Iowa is ranked in many early pre‑season polls, and while a loss wouldn’t be devasting to Penn State’s Big Ten title chances, a win would signal that Penn State is very much for real and set up a huge game the following week against Michigan.
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OPPONENT: Michigan DATE: Oct. 19 VENUE: Beaver Stadium Overview: ESPN’s College GameDay has broadcasted from Old Main lawn the last two years, and if the wildly popular show returns to Happy Valley for a third straight season, this is the obvious choice. The home contest against the Wolverines will serve as the annual White Out game, and Beaver Stadium’s all‑time attendance record might be broken again. Michigan is ranked in the Top 10 of most early pre‑season polls, and the Wolverines might even be a slight favorite coming into the contest. They defeated the Nittany Lions soundly in Ann Arbor last year, and Shea Patterson returns to lead the Wolverine offense. What's at stake: If Penn State enters the game undefeated and knocks off the Wolverines, the Nittany Lions should be firmly established as a Top 5 team in the rankings and a strong contender to win the Big Ten title and make the College Football Playoff. If instead Penn State is 6‑1 or 5‑2 through its first seven games, the Nittany Lions still have a chance because of who’s left on their schedule, though having to play catch‑up in the College Football Playoff rankings through the last part of October and November didn’t lead to an appearance in 2016, so this is a
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OPPONENT: Michigan State DATE: Oct. 26 VENUE: Spartan Stadium Overview: Michigan State has seemingly been one of the worst “good teams” over the last few years, or one of the best “mediocre teams,” depending on how you look at it. And the Spartans have pinned two losses on the Nittany Lions the last two years — games that it’d be easy to argue that Penn State should have won. Michigan State is included in most early pre‑season polls, hovering anywhere between 16‑25, though this feels like a game in which Penn State should be favored, and should win. What's at stake: At the very least, a win here would either continue Penn State’s march to a conference title or keep their title hopes within reach. Three of Penn State’s last four games are very winnable (Minnesota, Indiana, Rutgers), so a victory in East Lansing would set the Nittany Lions up for an exciting last month of the season. Depending on how the Spartans’ season is going, this could be a must‑win game for them to keep their title hopes alive, or they could be sputtering along to a 7‑5 finish. With Michigan State, you never know.
by now with so many players stepping into either new or elevated roles; or bad considering that winning in Columbus is always tough, especially when the Buckeyes might be looking to clinch the Eastern Division of the Big Ten and an appearance in Indianapolis in the title game. Ryan Day will oversee Ohio State in his first campaign as head coach, and he’ll have the usual high level of talent that Buckeye fans have become accustomed to seeing. What's at stake: The elements certainly are in place for this to possibly be an all‑time great game if Penn State also has a chance of clinching the Eastern Division. The last time Penn State started the season with a sophomore signal‑caller, the Nittany Lions won the Big Ten, came within one spot of the College Football Playoff and played in an all‑time epic Rose Bowl. That was just three years ago, with Trace McSorley. Whether or not Sean Clifford can mirror that success in his first season as a starter is unsure. But if he comes close, a late‑season matchup in Columbus in possible wintry conditions will make this the No. 1 game in all of Big Ten play this season.
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OPPONENT: Ohio State DATE: Nov. 23 VENUE: Ohio Stadium Overview: This is most definitely Penn State’s biggest game of the season, and considering it comes late in the year at Columbus, that’s either a good or bad thing for the Nittany Lions. Good because that means the offense should have gelled
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2019 Motivated Continued from page 18 words when asked if coaches and other players shared Clifford’s perspective. “Yeah, I think so,” Pry agreed. “I think you feel that almost every offseason, but we were a little disappointed with the way things ended. We feel, defensively, that we let down in some areas that would have made a difference, so we don’t want to see that happen again. We want to raise the standard and be better.”
Elite status The opportunity is certainly there for Penn State this season. The Nittany Lions should begin Big Ten play with a 3‑0 mark, and will host Michigan in October during the annual White Out game. Road tests await, as Penn State will travel to Iowa, Michigan State and Ohio State, with the game at Columbus coming in late November.
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Overall, Franklin’s been successful in conference play and is unbeaten against Iowa and Wisconsin in five combined games. However, to reach that proverbial next level where Penn State is routinely competing for conference and national championships, the Nittany Lions need to start beating Michigan, Michigan State and Ohio State more consistently. This year presents another chance. The Nittany Lions are included in nearly every early pre‑season ranking, hovering right outside the Top 10, and closer to 15‑20 in some cases. Conventional thinking has Penn State finishing the regular season 9‑3, same as last year, though it feels like that would almost be a disappointment. “You look at our success over the last three years, specifically, we’ve been as successful as really a small, elite group of teams — but obviously we want more, the fans want more, everybody wants more,” Franklin said from his office in Lasch Building in May. “I think we’ve had some games that are motivating to our players, games that we have played well enough to win but have come up short. So, I think as a program, we have a chip on our shoulder, and we have some stuff to prove, and I think individual players probably feel similar.” After losing at home to Ohio State last year, a game that Penn State led at halftime, Franklin had one of the more memorable of his press conferences, saying that Penn State was great but not elite. Asked to reflect on that statement and what has to change for Penn State to become elite — and if that could happen this season — Franklin said some people misinterpreted what he meant.
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2019 Motivated Continued from page 22 “What we’re talking about is the consistency, what we’re talking about is the standards in our program of how we do things, we’re talking about development, we’re talking about scheme, we’re talking about recruiting, we’re talking about all of it,” Franklin said.“It’s every aspect. We need to game plan better, we need to manage better, we need to make more plays, we need to develop better in the weight room and on the field and in meetings, it’s all of it.” Franklin said these improvements are gradual, happening over time, and then added: “We’re so close, but we need to take that next step. I think that’s what we’re trying to do.”
Reaching the next level While 2020 is shaping up to be a year for Penn State to make a serious run at the College Football Playoff, the pieces are in place for the Nittany Lions to make some noise this season. They’ll have one of the top defenses in the country, with Bleacher Report ranking Penn State as the second‑best overall
James Franklin Continued from page 9 James Franklin: I think it’s magnified because being in Nashville and being at Vanderbilt, that was very country music driven, so I wouldn’t necessarily say I would go out in Nashville and get bothered much and people cared. In a lot of ways, it was very nice that I could be the football coach, but then I could also be the husband and be the dad and live somewhat of a normal existence from that standpoint. Then coming to Penn State, it’s very different. This entire community here in Happy Valley revolves around Penn State. Obviously, there’s a fanatical fan base and alumni that feel very strong about this place. You talk about going from a small private school that had a hard time selling out a 40,000‑seat stadium to coming to a large public school with over 600,000 living alumni and I think we average 106,000 (fans)… It’s changed, for me. I’m pretty comfortable with it, and I pretty much kind of understand, again, kind of like how you had mentioned early about pressure, it’s just part of the job. From what I understand when Billy (O’Brien) 24
in the nation. The wide receivers and running backs should be explosive groups, and if Clifford takes over the starting quarterback job as expected, his acclimation process might not take so long. He played meaningful snaps last season, including in the Citrus Bowl, and took many first‑team reps during spring practice. Teammates and coaches point to his highly competitive nature as one reason for his success, and he’s already looking the part of a confident leader. Just as importantly, he has the confidence of his teammates and coaches, all of whom seem to no longer be content with just winning nine or 10 games every year. There’s another level they want to reach, and with the way they’re thinking, there’s no reason why they can’t get there, whether that’s this season, next season, or really, anytime they want. “We’re just a tough team, we know what we need to get better at and we talked about it in the locker room,” Clifford said following the Blue‑White game. “We’re ready to take that next step, and I think a lot of guys are excited about it because we know the talent we have. We know we’re a top‑tiered team.”
was here and from me knowing Billy, he did not like that. But for me, again, if you come to Penn State, you just realize that’s part of it, and there’s obviously a number of programs like that in college football. I guess where it’s probably a little challenging is for my family. I was going out to dinner one time with my family, and like most dads, I sit on the outside of the booth; and my daughter Addie was like “No, no, sit on the inside,” and I was like, “Nah, I want to sit on the outside,” “No, no, sit on the inside,” I’m like, “Why do you want me to sit on the inside?” She’s like, “If you sit on the outside of the booth, people will come up the entire time at dinner and ask you for pictures,” or whatever it may be. This was a few years ago, which I didn’t really know if she kind of noticed it, but obviously as we all know, kids are noticing and are very observant. It’s just interesting for me. I’ve got to make sure that I’m doing a great job, which is challenging, of balancing being a great husband and being a great dad and also being a great football coach here at Penn State. I’d make the argument that all of those jobs are very important, and again, I think Penn State aligns with that, Penn State and this community wants that, too.
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2019 Tailgate Guys take gameday parties to the next level ByJeff Cavanaugh There is nothing better than a Saturday tailgate before a big Penn State home game in Happy Valley. Whether it is an early season noon game or a primetime White Out against Michigan, tailgating in the fields around Beaver Stadium is a huge part of the Penn State gameday experience. It is no secret, however, that the best tailgate parties take a lot of time and energy to pull together. The ribs and burgers don’t just show up cooked; the tables and tents don’t set themselves up; and the cars don’t pack themselves up at the end of the night. Wouldn’t it be great if that were the case? If you answered yes — like anyone who has ever hosted a tailgate — you’re in luck. Tailgate Guys has provided a premium, turnkey tailgate service across the country since 2009. What started with a pickup truck and two trailers in a backyard in Auburn has now turned into a tailgate community unlike any other. Tailgate Guys have pre‑developed tailgate packages for groups ranging in size from five to 5,000 just steps away (627 feet to be exact) from Beaver Stadium on Little Jeffrey Field. Tailgate Guys provide temporary tented structures of all sizes with space to tailgate and move around. The only thing they do not offer is parking since there are no vehicles in the tailgate area. To secure parking near the Tailgate Guys site, call 1‑800‑Nittany.
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Tailgate Guys on the road And don’t forget about Tailgate Guys when planning your yearly trip to a Penn State away game. Instead of finding the closest bar to the stadium when you’re out of town, have Tailgate Guys throw you an official Nittany Lion tailgate in our rivals’ backyards! This season Penn State plays two away games where Tailgate Guys offer their turnkey tailgating services: Friday, Sept. 27 when the Nittany Lions visit the Maryland Terrapins; and Saturday, Oct. 26 when Penn State travels to East Lansing to face off against the Michigan State Spartans. For more information about Tailgate Guys, visit tailgateguys.com.
Five burning questions for Penn State football By John Patishnock
The Nittany Lions begin fall camp in a few months, and as usual, there’s plenty of excitement surrounding the program. And also as usual, there are plenty of questions about what to expect from this year’s team. The answers to these five questions will have a large impact on the type of season the Nittany Lions will have.
How much better (and dominant) can Micah Parsons be this season? Parsons, one of the most heralded recruits in the James Franklin era, led Penn State in tackles last season with 83, becoming the first freshman in program history to accomplish the feat. At 6‑foot‑3 and 243 pounds, Parsons both looks and plays the part of someone who’s continuing the dominance of Linebacker U. And Defensive Coordinator Brent Pry said Parsons’ ability to be coachable helps, too.
Offensively, Clifford is already looking and talking the part. Following the Blue‑White game, he said he’s established himself as a leader. As spring practice was wrapping up, the team passed out evaluation forms for the players to fill out over the weekend, and Parsons didn’t want to wait the couple days to find out how he could improve. “He couldn’t stand it,” Pry said. “He wanted to know what his evaluation was, and what I was going to say, and what his weaknesses were. That’s just who he is… He wants to be great, and he can take hard coaching, and I love that about him. He’s got a great chance to reach his potential, he really does.” If Parsons continues progressing as expected, he could be in store for a 100‑plus tackle season that features national accolades.
Ricky Slade. Photo courtesy Tim Weight
What should fans expect from the offense? In other words, how will Penn State’s offense fare without Trace McSorley? In terms of production, it’s reasonable to expect the Nittany Lions to continue racking up 30‑plus points per contest. The talent is certainly there, and if Sean Clifford is named the starting quarterback as expected, he can leverage the playing time he received last season, along with all the first‑team reps he took during spring practice. However, there might be more hiccups along the way, with players getting used to one another. Clifford is looking to minimize that transition, as he emphasized the importance of creating chemistry between himself and the receivers and tight ends. “You can have all this talent in the room, but if you’re not going to work hard at it and not get that chemistry, it’s not worth anything,” he said. Offensive Coordinator Ricky Rahne said replacing key performers along the offense, including McSorley, shouldn’t change his philosophy, at least that’s not the plan. “I’d like to think I’m going to still attack and do those sorts of things, because we have some guys who have strong arms and can get the ball down the field, but they also have a lot of experience in this offense,” Rahne said.
Who fills the leadership void? It’s natural that leaders are going to leave the team after every season, as they graduate and move on to the NFL. So, while this is a standard question, Penn State needs to replace the leadership from perennial team leaders McSorley, Amani Oruwariye and Continued on page 28 27
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Nick Scott, among other departing players. Offensively, Clifford is already looking and talking the part. Following the Blue‑White game, he said he’s established himself as a leader. As to how he did that, here’s what he said: “I think that leading by example is a big part of playing the quarterback position — taking that time to show that you’re the hardest working guy in the room, and guys lean off of that. It’s not really like asserting yourself like, ‘Hey, I’m going to be a leader.’ It’s more showing it day in and day out, and that’s what I’ve always prided myself on.” Defensively, Cam Brown seemingly has already ascended to that position, as evidenced by Pry’s comments earlier in the spring. Pry shared the following story: In the locker room following the team’s Citrus Bowl loss to Kentucky, Brown delivered a state-
ment to the team, imploring his teammates to make the necessary changes so the Nittany Lions don’t have another disappointing end to their season. Pry said that Brown emphasized the importance of being better and holding themselves and each other more accountable. That moment, Pry said, is when Brown started establishing himself as the defensive leader.
Cam Brown wants it, and I think the players respect him. He’s got a unique perspective on things, and I look for him to have a really big senior year for us. “From that point on, he’s kind of stepped into that role,” Pry said. “I think he wants it, and I think the players respect him. He’s played a lot of football here, a lot of hard snaps — (he’s) probably a guy that should have red‑shirted and couldn’t afford to do it. At Michigan, he played 75 snaps as a true freshman at 205 pounds, so he’s been through it. He’s got a unique perspective on things, and I look for Cam to have a really big senior year for us.”
Who starts at running back — and does it matter? Let’s start with the second part of this question first. Having a running back by rotation isn’t always a desirable position to be in, because it possibly means that the team doesn’t have anyone with true No. 1 talent. That’s definitely not the case for Penn State, which features one of the strongest running back groups in the conference, and also in the country. True freshman and four‑star prospect Noah Cain is expected to push for reps, possibly even starting reps, and sophomore and five‑start recruit Ricky Slade is also a front‑runner for the starting job after a successful true freshman campaign. Slade rushed for a touchdown in his first career game — a 27‑yard gallop against Appalachian State in the season opener — and totaled six touchdowns on 257 yards for the season. Add in talented teammates such as Journey Brown and Notre Dame transfer C.J. Holmes, among other options, and Franklin will have plenty of choices at running back. Even if it’s a shared attack with a few players getting 5‑10 carries each, it should be a successful approach.
Will Penn State win 10‑plus games? If you count the bowl game, yes. I’ve got Penn State finishing the regular season 9‑3 and winning the Outback Bowl against an SEC opponent. 28
June 27, July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15 WingFest
July 4 Central PA 4th Fest
Tussey Mountain www.tusseymountain.com
State College, PA centralpa4thfest.org/ fireworks
July 19 Blueberries & Bluegrass Festival
August 2‑3 36th Annual Bellefonte Arts & Crafts Fair
Mifflinburg Community Park mifflinburgpa.com
Downtown Bellefonte, PA bellefontefair.org
July 10‑14 Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts State College, PA arts‑festival.com
August 16‑24 Grange Fair Centre Hall, PA grangefair.com
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June June 26
Rec on the Go Family Game Nights Centre Region Parks crpr.org
June 29‑30
Women’s Resale Penn Skates WomensResaleofPA.com
June 30 & July 3
Centred Outdoors Hike Whipple Dam centredoutdoors.org
June 27
The Allman Betts Band The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
June 27
WingFest Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
June 28
Ryan Kauffman’s Trilogy The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
June 28
Movies on the Mountain: Spiderman Into the Spiderverse Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
June 28‑30
Spikes vs. Auburn Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.com
June 28
Friday in the Fonte Bellefonte, PA downtownbellefonteinc.com
June 29
Dance Party with the Long Afternoon Webster’s Bookstore Cafe webstersbooksandcafe.com
June 29
Asleep at the Wheel The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
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July 6 & 7
46th Annual Men’s Slow Pitch Softball Tournament Oak Hall Regional Park crpr.org
July 7
Welch Cardboard Regatta Welch Pool crpr.org
July 7
July July 3‑7
First Sunday Bellefonte Art Museum bellefontemuseum.org
Remington Ryde Bluegrass Festival Grange Fair Park remingtonryde.com
July 7‑9
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Kids Day: Dress Up & Discover Pennsylvania Military Museum pamilmuseum.org Central PA 4th Fest State College,PA centralpa4thfest.org/ fireworks Star Spangled 4th Fort Roberdeau fortroberdeau.org 48th Annual Fourth of July Celebration Mifflinburg Community Park & Pool mifflinburgpa.com
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Downtown State College First Friday State College, PA downtownstatecollege.com
July 6
47th Annual Logan Parade Bellefonte, PA LoganFireCo1.org
Spikes vs. Batavia Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.com
Centred Outdoors Hike Downtown Urban Hike centredoutdoors.org
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June 30-Sept. 22 | Centred Outdoor Centre Region centredoutdoors.org July 11‑14
July 14 & 17
History Day Camp Elias Center & Mifflinburg Buggy Museum mifflinburgpa.com
July 12
July 18
July 10‑13
July 12‑14
July 19
July 9 ‑ 10
A Year with Frog and Toad Downtown Theatre theatre.psu.edu/frogandtoad
July 10‑14
Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts State College, PA arts‑festival.com/
July 10‑20
Albatross Downtown Theatre theatre.psu.edu/albatross
July 11
WingFest Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
People’s Choice Festival PA Military Museum peopleschoicefestival.com/
Greg Warren The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
Annual Antique Faire & Sale / Plein Air Painting Columbus Chapel & Boal Mansion Museum boalmuseum.com
July 13
Centred Outdoors Hike Black Moshannon State Park centredoutdoors.org
WingFest Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
Blueberries & Bluegrass Festival Community Park mifflinburgpa.com
July 19
Adam Stone Magic Elias Center for the Performing Arts mifflinburgpa.com
Movies on the Mountain: How to Train Your Dragon The Hidden Underworld Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
July 13‑15
July 20
Spikes vs. Staten Island Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.com
July 14
Molly of Denali The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
Vietnam Revisited Living History Combat Bivouac Pennsylvania Military Museum pamilmuseum.org
July 20‑21
Rev War Days Fort Roberdeau fortroberdeau.org
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 20‑22
July 21 & 24
July 21
July 25
Spikes vs. Williamsport Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.com
Pedal, Splash & Dash Youth Triathalon Welch Pool crpr.org
July 21
State College Culture Crawl & Festival Weis Markets on Martin Street facebook.com/ events/432087414242883/
Centred Outdoors Hike Scotia centredoutdoors.org
Movies on the Mountain: A Star is Born Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
July 26‑28
July 25
July 28 & 31
WingFest Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
July 26
Friday in the Fonte Bellefonte, PA downtownbellefonteinc.com
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July 26
Spikes vs. West Virginia Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.com
Centred Outdoors Hike Colyer centredoutdoors.org
July 30‑August 1
Spikes vs. Vermont Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.com
August August 1
WingFest Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
August 2‑3
36th Annual Bellefonte Arts & Crafts Fair Downtown Bellefonte, PA bellefontefair.org
August 3
Boot Camp for Kids Pennsylvania Military Museum pamilmuseum.org
Fun Guide August 4 & 7
Centred Outdoors Hike Musser Gap centredoutdoors.org
August 8
Plein Air Painting Columbus Chapel & Boal Mansion Museum Boalsburg, PA boalmuseum.com
August 8
WingFest Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
August 8‑10
Spikes vs. Batavia Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.com
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS August 9
Seven Mountains Campfire Seven Mountain Wine Cellars sevenmountainswinecellars. com
August 13
Spikes vs. Williamsport Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.com
August 14‑16
Spikes vs. Mahoning Valley Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.com
August 15
August 21 | Toad the Wet Sprocket The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
WingFest Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
August 16‑24
Grange Fair Centre Hall, PA grangefair.com
August 17
State College Brew Expo Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
August 17‑19
Spikes vs. Auburn Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.com
August 21
Toad the Wet Sprocket The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
August 23
Movies on the Mountain: Lady and the Tramp Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
August 25‑27
Spikes vs. West Virginia Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.co
August 29
Thursdays During the School Year Bach’s Lunch Eisenhower Chapel music.psu.edu/node/1246
51 Boal Ave., Boalsburg pamilmuseum.org (814)466-6263
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS August 30
September
Movies on the Mountain: Dumbo Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com
September 1
Spikes vs. Williamsport Medlar Field at Lubrano Park statecollegespikes.com
August 30
Friday in the Fonte Bellefonte, PA downtownbellefonteinc.com
September 5‑8
Fall Show Nittany Antique Centre Hall, PA nittanyantique.org
August 31
PSU vs. Idaho Beaver Stadium gopsusports.com
September 5-7
September 14
September 8
September 14
September 22
September 15
September 26
Area Premiere: Broadway Hit Matilda, The Musical Schwab Auditorium fuseproductions.org
Exotic Edventures Elias Center for the Performing Arts mifflinburgpa.com
Seven Mountains Mushroom and Wine Fest Seven Mountain Wine Cellars sevenmountainswinecellars.com
PSU vs. Pitt Beaver Stadium gopsusports.com
September 10
Centred Outdoors Hike Millbrook Marsh Nature Center centredoutdoors.org
September 6
Bellefonte Under the Lights Bellefonte, PA downtownbellefonteinc.com
Margaret Atwood: Live in Cinemas The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
September 7
September 12
PSU vs. Buffalo Beaver Stadium gopsusports.com
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Beer and Puppets! The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
September 15
Constitution Day Centre County Tussey Mountain constitutiondaycentre.org
September 21
The Philosophy of Hope Concert The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
Centred Outdoors Hike Poe Paddy State Park centredoutdoors.org
National Theatre Live Broadcast: One Man, Two Guvnors The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org
September 27
Friday in the Fonte Bellefonte, PA downtownbellefonteinc.com
Blueberries & Bluegrass Friday, July 19, 2019
Mifflinburg Community Park - 6-9 pm
West End Bluegrass Band & Lots of Great Food! Blueberries! Pie, Whoopie Pies, Ice Cream, Cheesecake & Lots More!
No Admission - Bring a Lawn Chair! A program of the Mifflinburg Heritage & Revitalization Association www.mifflinburgpa.com • 570-966-1666 Sponsored by
M&T Bank & Rep. Fred Keller
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FIVE SUNNY DAYS OF ART, MUSIC AND GOOD TIMES!
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Children & Youth Day July 10, 2019
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53rd Arts Festival heads downtown for art, music and fun By Cara Aungst
This July, downtown State College will transform into a Festival destination for the 53rd year in a row. From July 10‑14, the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts will bring us five sunny days of art, music and great times. Ready to revisit your favorite summer memory‑maker? Here’s what you need to know!
New this year: Street Painting moving to Foster
Images 2019 Exhibition showcases Keystone Talent
The Festival’s Street Painting Artists‑in‑Action are moving from their location of twenty years on Heister Street and can be found in the heart of the Festival on Foster Avenue on either side of Allen Street. If your travels never quite made it to Heister in the past, this incredible part of the Festival is now much easier to access and enjoy. There will be two large commissioned street paintings by artists Graham Curtis and Abby Cramer, along with smaller street paintings created by local artists, Penn State art majors and local high school students who volunteer their time and talent. Street paintings start Thursday morning and come to life right before your eyes throughout the Festival. Inspired to make your own street painting masterpiece? For just $5, anyone can get a box of sidewalk chalks and a 15” x 15” square to make their own mark on the Arts Festival at the Little Arts Alley.
This year’s Images 2019 Exhibition will be located in both the Schlow Centre Region Library and the Kish Bank Expect More Store on Allen Street. This partnership allowed the juror to choose a selection of sixty works that can be viewed during the whole month of July. Art‑lovers can attend an Opening Reception hosted by Kish Bank in their Expect More Store during the downtown’s First Friday on July 5 at 5:30 p.m. or the Awards Reception during the Arts Festival on July 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Schlow Centre Region Library. “I just talked with our juror, Shannon Egan from the Gettysburg College Schmucker Art Gallery,” Director of Development Jennifer Shuey says. “She was duly impressed with the works of art submitted by artists from across the Commonwealth. She can’t wait to come up to State College to see the exhibition in person and choose the award winners.”
Performance art for every taste
“The Children & Youth Sidewalk Sale has always been one of my favorite parts of the Festival,” Shuey says. “We get to see kids express both their creative, artistic skills along with their entrepreneurial and business skills. It is such a fun and valuable learning experience for those who participate. And if their sales are good, they might make a pretty penny!” The Children & Youth Sidewalk Sale is held on July 10. Plan your visit and learn more about the 300+ artists, live performances, race and more at arts‑festival.com. While you are there, you can get your $10 button that will give you unlimited access to select indoor performances. See you there!
Performances are a highlight of the Festival. You can see both touring and local performers — everything from jazz to bluegrass, folk to rock, concert bands to choral groups, not to mention musical theatre, dance and comedy. The Festival has a great line up of performers this year, including many of our local favorites and highlighting some really great touring acts. Be sure to check out Mac Arnold & Plate Full of Blues and the Alex Meixner Band on Thursday night; Tim Vitulo, Front Country or comedian Greg Warren on Friday night; and RPR, Ryanhood and Bonne Finken on Saturday night. Find more details at arts‑festival.com/performances.
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Next generation art highlighted on July 10
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Summer celebrations return to Central Pennsylvania By Marisa Ramiccio
The lazy days of summer are here, but why stay indoors when there is so much to explore in Centre County? There is no shortage of outdoor celebrations, festivals and competitions that offer something for the whole family. Whether you’re an art lover, a camping guru or a die‑hard foodie, there’s a summer event for 36
you. Check out the list below and save the dates for these annual summer celebrations:
WingFest at Tussey Mountain June 27‑Aug. 15 | Tussey Mountain Get your tastebuds ready for Pennsylvania’s biggest food competition of the summer! The 19th annual WingFest kicks off at Tussey Mountain on June 27 and runs every Thursday, from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., through Aug. 15. Cast your vote for the best local wing‑maker each night, and then watch the top six winners face off at The Finals. This year’s competitors include Boulevard BBQ, Primanti Brothers, The Bel‑Vue Inn, Shy Bear Brewing, Smitty’s, and last year’s reigning champs, The Wilderness Lodge.
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Fun Guide Celebration — fireworks! The 4th Fest fireworks are one of the biggest, and ranked among the best, in the nation. The dazzling display kicks off at 9:15 p.m. If you want the best view, purchase a VIP Viewing Pass for $25. This will grant you access to a special reserved section on the east side of Porter Road that incorporates ground effects and a high quality sound system into the show.
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The fireworks display at Central PA 4th Fest are among the best in the nation. Credit: Chuck Carroll/PA 4th Fest Facebook
If you’re craving something other than wings, there are plenty of other vendors on hand, including Rita’s Italian Ice, Rosie’s Pierogies and Carl’s Crazy Corn. WingFest is also known for its live entertainment, and has been voted one of the best places to see live music by State College Magazine. Performers like Hybrid Ice, My Hero Zero and Velveeta will grace the stage, and Best Friend’s Girl and Cousin Neddie will headline '80s Night (dust off your legwarmers and neon crop tops!). Admission to WingFest is $5; kids aged 12 and under get in for free. Keep in mind that your ticket does allow for re‑entry into Tussey Mountain’s other recreational activities, such as mini golf and the batting cages, so you can experience everything Tussey Mountain has to offer.
Downtown State College and the Penn State campus will once again transform into an art lover’s paradise for the 53rd annual Arts Fest. The sidewalk sale features more than 300 artisan vendors selling sculptures, paintings, ceramics, pottery, clothing, jewelry and more. After the sale, stroll down South Allen Street to see the festival’s signature Banner Exhibition and Competition, and take a walk through Sidney Friedman Park to see sculptor Greg Glenn transform a 25‑ton mound of sand into a work of art. The Street Painting Festival, a long‑standing fan favorite, will move to its new location on Foster Avenue at South Allen Street. Other highlights of this year’s festival include the Festive Spirits Party, the Children and Youth Sidewalk Sale and Bookfest. Penn State alumni can also look forward to reuniting at the Penn State Alumni Association Arts Fest Alumni Weekend as well as the Penn State Art of Discovery Booth. Pricing varies for individual activities, but the purchase of a $10 Arts Fest button will grant Continued on page 38
Central PA 4th Fest July 4 | Penn State Campus Celebrate Independence Day all day long at Central PA 4th Fest, which brings more than 12 hours of entertainment to the Penn State campus every year. Start the morning off with the heart‑pumping Firecracker 4K and 4M races, and then relax with the Independence Day Parade in the afternoon. Check out the nation’s top BMX cyclists at the Dialed Action BMX Stunt Show, the toughest area skaters at the State College Area Roller Derby and local woodcarvers at the Appalachian Arts Studio exhibit. Cap off the day with the best part of any Fourth of July
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general admission to select indoor performances. For more pricing information and the full schedule, visit arts-festival.com.
Blueberries and Bluegrass Festival July 19 | Mifflinburg Community Park Grab a lawn chair, pick up a fork and dive into some tasty blueberry treats at the Blueberries and Bluegrass Festival, hosted by the Mifflinburg Heritage and Revitalization Association. Feast on blueberry pie, blueberry coffee cakes, blueberry cheesecake swirl ice cream and the festival’s famous Whoopee Pies. If you plan on bringing home some treats, you can pre‑order whole pies, cheesecakes and Whoopee Pies through the MHRA website or by calling 570‑966‑1666. Admission to the festival is free.
Centre County Grange Fair Aug. 16‑24 | Centre County Grange Fairgrounds It wouldn’t be summer without the Grange Fair! This Centre County tradition is back for its 144th year of camping, competitions and camaraderie. The fair always offers something for everyone, from tractor pulls and livestock shows to celebrity chef demonstrations and musical performances. This year’s special events include the Grange Fair Parade, the Mount Nittany Heart Walk Celebration, a motor sports and car show and a two‑hour scavenger hunt in the Rec Building. No day at the fair would be complete without a grandstand
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The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts features art from more than 300 vendors and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Credit: Central PA Festival of the Arts website
concert performance, and this year’s lineup promises to be stellar. Headliners include Merle Haggard’s sons, Ben and Noel, country queen Lorrie Morgan, Christian band Sidewalk Prophets and Fleetwood Mac tribute band Tusk. With so much to see and experience, you won’t want to go home — you don’t have to! The Grange Fair offers an RV camping area for just $30 per night. Admission to the fair costs $20 for a weekly pass or $7 per day. Children 11 and under get in for free. But be sure to check the Grange Fair’s daily schedule for deals and discounts — on Customer Appreciation Day, parking is free for all guests, and on Collegiate Day, admission is half price for college students with a valid college ID.
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Fill your summer with cocktails, tapas and the perfect game The slow, relaxed weekends of summer are even better at The Nittany Lion Inn. Make plans to kick back and enjoy their Friday night PA on the Patio, or add a golf experience to your stay and get their legendary food to boot.
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Shake up your plans with PA on the Patio All this summer, prepare to shake up your Friday night plans. With grilled tapas, PA brews and spirits and their new Tableside Shaker Cocktails, PA on the Patio is the perfect way to kick off your summer weekends. It’s the perfect after‑work meetup! The Nittany Lion Inn invites you to a culinary experience centered around a summertime favorite — grilling. Featuring a full tapas menu and the best in Pennsylvania micro brews and spirits, PA on the Patio is the best after‑work meet‑up in town. Starting at 5:30 p.m. every Friday this summer (weather permitting), you can enjoy all‑you‑care‑to‑eat in a relaxed outdoor dining atmosphere. New this year are Tableside Shaker Cocktails. Enjoy Continued on page 41 39
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Enjoy America's Bounty Buffet Friday and Saturday evenings from 5:30-9:00 at The Gardens Restaurant.!
Tap takeovers, brunches and burgers at The Penn Stater The Penn Stater’s location in Innovation Park makes it the perfect location for a business lunch (none of the hassle of downtown traffic or parking garages), Sunday Brunches or a celebratory burger and beer with friends.
America’s Bounty Buffet Enjoy this luscious buffet on Friday and Saturday evenings with 40
entrees like Grilled Sirloin, Sesame‑Seared Tuna, Grilled Mahi Mahi and more. Enjoy a bit of everything, including luscious salads, pates, International Cheeses, Fruits, Artisan Breads and Shrimp. Dessert offerings include fresh‑baked desserts and famous Berkey Creamery Ice Cream! It’s the perfect end to a weekend stay in Happy Valley, and a perfect standalone event to celebrate the weekend! Take the whole family — kids 6‑12 are half price, and five and under are free!
Sunday Brunch The Penn Stater’s Brunch Buffet has been named the best in the region by State College Magazine, and after one bite you’ll know why. Enjoy your complimentary mimosa or champagne with breakfast dishes like Apple Pancakes with White Chocolate and Cinnamon Sauce, and lunch entrees like Cajun‑Spiced Leg of Lamb with Cornbread Stuffing, alongside their weekly featured items: Omelet Station, Belgian Waffles, Salad Bar, Dessert Table and much more. Reservations are recommended! Call 814‑863‑5090.
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Fun Guide Tap Takeovers Head out to Legends Pub on Tap Takeovers! Stop by for an Appetizer Buffet, chat with the brewery reps on‑site and try free samples. Great prizes are given away and tell you a little bit more about each brewery. Check thepennstaterhotel.psu.edu to find more details about the next Tap Takeover.
Burgers and Brews In the mood for a juicy burger? Join the Brews and Burgers Club, and any time you buy 12 Craft Brews, you’ll get a Free Legendary Burger fixed to your liking. Legends’ Craft Brew Menu features PA favorites like Rusty Rail Brewing Company, Victory Brewing Company, Erie Brewing Company and Troegs Brewing Company, as well as craft brews from throughout the U.S. Try the Penn Stater Burger, Southwest Chicken Burger, Seared Panko Salmon Burger or another delicious favorite from their menu. One thing’s for sure — once you’ve tasted the delicious craft beers and juicy burgers, you’ll be coming back for more. Join the club — stop by.
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custom‑made libations while you discover new favorite tapas prepared on a wood‑fired grill. Each Friday will feature different local foods and producers, so you never know what tasty new dish you’ll discover! No reservations are necessary. The Nittany Lion Inn offers valet parking, or park in the convenient Nittany Deck and get your ticket validated at the front desk.
Come for the greens, stay for the blue and white Coming to State College this summer? Upgrade your stay with a golf package. You can enjoy a round of golf in one of your favorite places — the Penn State golf courses, and then after your game, relax and experience Penn State at The Inn. Each golf package includes overnight hotel
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accommodations, greens fees and cart, a bucket of range balls, discount at the Pro shop and complimentary transportation as well as a Burger or Sandwich at Legends and Beer or Non‑Alcoholic Beverage at the Course. Add PA on the Patio or a golf package to your favorite festival weekend to create a Penn State getaway to remember.
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Jack's Narrows and Raystown Lake Deepest gorge and biggest lake in Pennsylvania By Abbe Hamilton
Did you know that Pennsylvania’s deepest gorge AND biggest lake can be found within an hour’s drive of State College? Jack’s Narrows and Raystown Lake are two superlative features of Central Pennsylvania’s landscape, and they’re calling your name this summer. You may have passed through Jack’s Narrows on Route 22 between Mapleton and Mount Union. There is a vertical drop of almost a third of a mile between top of Jack’s Mountain and the surface of the Juniata River below. This spectacular water gap has served as a highway far longer than Route 22 ever existed. For millennia, travelers have used Jack’s Narrows to move between the mountains by foot and boat. It’s an area rich in history, folklore and abundant opportunities for adventure! One of the most unique ways to experience Jack’s Narrows is by boat. In 2018, two new community river accesses opened in Mapleton and Mount Union. The two access points in the communities’ respective Riverside Parks contain launch platforms and ramps, plenty of parking and even overnight camping. The launch platforms can be used by canoes, kayaks, paddleboards or inner‑tubes for a gentle 3.3 mile float. Check in with Rothrock Outfitters in Huntingdon for river maps and equipment rentals or to secure a shuttle. History buffs can explore Jack’s Narrows by retracing the steps of the gorge’s namesake — Jack Armstrong, who met his end in a 1744 confrontation with the region’s Native Americans here in a dispute over a horse. You can also investigate remains of the Juniata Division of the Pennsylvania Main Line Canal, which are still visible throughout the gorge, or by climbing the popular Thousand Steps trail — following a daily commute path built by quarrymen in the 1930s. Speaking of hiking, the trails through Jack’s Narrows are part of two excellent distance hikes: the 84‑mile Standing Stone Trail, and the 1,600‑mile Great Eastern Trail.
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Just west of Jack’s Narrows is Raystown Lake, the largest lake in Pennsylvania. You’ll notice it on maps by its distinctive serpentine shape and impressive length — it’s about thirty miles end to end. The lake shoreline is almost entirely undeveloped, and you’ll be surprised at how remote you feel floating in a cove or looking out over the lake from one of the trails along its shore. Raystown Lake is the freshwater striped bass capital of the Northeast United States. It boasts the current Pennsylvania record for a freshwater striped bass, a whopping 53 pounds and 12 ounces! On the west side of the lake, Seven Points Marina is currently the largest (947 wet and dry slips) full‑service marina in the state. The marina’s rental fleet includes fishing boats, ski pontoon boats and 15 houseboats. Make a weekend out of it — the Raystown Lake region boasts more than 3,000 campsites. When you’re not on the water, explore the adjacent Trough Creek State Park, or take a spin on the world‑class (but beginner‑friendly) Allegrippis mountain biking trails. Jack’s Narrows and Raystown Lake are just two treasures of many in the rugged and beautiful landscape just south of Happy Valley. Visit the Huntingdon County Visitors Bureau for further inspiration and tips for exploring this historic and varied region.
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Top 10 summer stops By Curtis Stratton
Summer fun in Happy Valley is never far away. Whether it’s crossing off your bucket list with a visit to Penn’s Cave, afternoon fun for the kids at WildRiver Waterpark or a family trip to see the State College Spikes play some minor league baseball, the options are endless — even outside of festival weekends. While school’s out, here are Happy Valley’s top 10 summer stops for you and the whole family.
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Lubrano Park, the home of the State College Spikes. Pirates and Phillies fans needn’t worry, for the Class‑A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals are a Nittany Lion favorite year‑after‑year, with an easy walk from Beaver Stadium and the Bryce Jordan Center. Tickets are modestly priced and available online or at the gate.
Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County Escape the heat with a fun, informational tour through history and art. North of State College and just off I‑99 is the Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County, located in beautiful downtown Bellefonte. The historic Linn House is home to artwork from local artists, free art shows, international special exhibits and free classes for children every first Sunday of the month.
Medlar Field at Lubrano Park Nothing says summertime family fun like a good baseball game. Grab some popcorn or a ballpark hotdog at Medlar Field at
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DelGrosso’s Amusement Park Family fun doesn’t end there. Tipton’s own DelGrosso’s Amusement Park is famed for its rides, water park, food, events and free parking. With more than 30 rides, including carousels, bumper cars, a train, roller coasters and a Kid’s Kingdom for smaller children, DelGrosso’s all‑day passes offer unlimited access to the park for families of all ages.
Northland Bowl Northland Bowl hosts an arcade, bar, restaurant and bowling lanes for families, leagues, birthday parties and tournaments. Play per game and grab a bite to eat with a kids’ menu, appetizers,
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sandwiches, homemade pizza, award‑winning wings and more. What’s a good arena without summer specials? Make sure to check out unlimited bowling Monday through Friday after 5 p.m., two‑dollar Tuesdays and inclusive family packages on Saturdays and Sundays.
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Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State Where else can you hear Beethoven’s own viola being played? Start checking off your bucket list with Penn State’s Center for the Performing Arts, where individuals and families alike can engage with the student‑ and faculty‑created musical, theatrical and dancing presentations put on year‑round. With two full‑sized auditoriums, free or inexpensive tickets and complimentary parking, the 62‑year‑old center is renowned as a source of culture, entertainment and pride for Happy Valley.
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Penn’s Cave The only all‑water cavern in the United States just so happens to be in Happy Valley. The National Register of Historic Places lists Penn’s Cave and Wildlife Park as the only Pa. cave in its registry, and for good reason. A 45‑ to 50‑minute boat tour of the limestone cavern will reveal hanging stalactites and jutting stalagmites in fantastic detail. After seeing the wonders of an underground million‑year creation, be sure to check out the daily 90‑minute guided ride through the Wildlife Tour outside. Sixteen hundred acres offer wonderful sites of birds, elk, bison, longhorn cattle, mustangs, bighorn sheep and seasonal sunflowers.
Within the Raystown Lake Region but a Happy Valley‑wide attraction, the WildRiver Waterpark offers outdoor fun for the whole family. A splash pool, 380‑foot slides, innertube rides and catered pavilions are just part of the fun! Open all summer long through most of the day, WildRiver is a must for staying cool while enjoying the Happy Valley summer sun. With family and outdoor fun, come cross off your bucket list this summer in Happy Valley! For more information on any of the top 10, or for the many more summer attractions Happy Valley has to offer, be sure to visit happyvalley.com.
Tussey Mountain Happy Valley’s ski resort is also home to summer bucket list fun, including outdoor movies, live music in their outdoor amphitheater, go‑karting, mini‑golf, a driving range, a skate park, batting cages, catch and release fishing, picnicking by the pond and nearly 100,000 acres of Rothrock State Forest.
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Raystown Lake is known as Happy Valley’s summer tradition, and there’s no place better to find outdoor summertime fun than on the Allegrippis Trail, within the Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks, in the sky with Pine Bottom Aviation, walking through downtown Huntingdon or cruising on the waves of the lake itself. The outdoor fun is endless at Raystown Lake and throughout the region. Raystown Lake. Photo courtesy Mike Reed
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Discovering Happy Valley
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A Penn State parents’ guide to Happy Valley By David Harry
Your new high school graduate is headed to Penn State. Congratulations! Not only is your child about to experience a great education at a first‑class university, you are about to become a regular visitor to one of the most beautiful and exciting locations in Pennsylvania: Happy Valley! You’ve been here before to see the University, but now, whether your Penn Stater is a first‑time or returning student, you have the opportunity to see and enjoy the many fascinating and entertaining experiences Happy Valley has to offer! For many Penn State parents, their first extended experience at the University is move‑in weekend, but you know you’ll be coming back throughout the year. You’ll probably be in town for Parents Weekend, but also for some weekends of your choice, perhaps for some home football games or even just to spend the weekend in Happy Valley with your family. Best of all, when you come to enjoy Happy Valley, there are accommodations to suit your every need with a wide range of options from the economical and comfortable to the refined and luxurious. Largely located on the College Avenue/Atherton Street axis and along the 322 bypass, most accommodations are within 10 minutes of the University and downtown State College. From landmarks like the Nittany Lion Inn and the Penn Stater to national chains and locally owned hotels and B&Bs, there’s a comfortable accommodation for every parent to spend time with their Penn State student. After getting your Penn Stater settled, there will be plenty of time to explore, and Happy Valley has an abundance of must‑see attractions, restaurants with incredible cuisine and events unique to the area. While it’s impossible to list all the events and amenities the University and Happy Valley has to offer, here are some must‑see attractions that should be on everyone’s bucket list. You’re already a Nittany Lion fan, so there’s no better way to begin than with a visit to the fabled Beaver Stadium. Not only are tours available, but the Penn State All‑Sports Museum is located 46
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on the east side of the stadium and provides a dazzling history of athletics at the University, including Penn State’s many football triumphs and bowl trophies, and interactive displays that let you share the college athlete’s experience. Impressive and moving, you’ll understand why over 100,000 fans regularly fill the stadium. Guided tours to the Mount Nittany Club section of the stadium are also offered, so you can cap off your visit with a panoramic view of the football field, where so many legends were born. Watching over the stadium and all of Happy Valley is the majestic Mount Nittany — legendary home of the Nittany Lion. This treasured landmark is visible everywhere, but did you know that you can actually hike to the top? You really haven’t seen Happy Valley, until you’ve seen all of it from Mike Lynch Vista, the “summit” of the mountain, and you don’t have to be an experienced hiker to enjoy the view. Several trails, which begin at the aptly‑named Mt. Nittany Road in Lemont, range from two to eight miles, and whether your pace is direct or leisurely, the effort is well worth it — you’ll never forget the breath‑taking view of the University and Happy Valley. After taking in the local landmarks, there’s no better place to eat, shop and be entertained than Downtown State College! The downtown scene is marked by an exciting and eclectic mix of the traditional and the new. Old‑time dining favorites like The Deli, the Corner Room and the Tavern Restaurant are now accompanied by newer offerings such as The Green Bowl, Cozy Thai and Pizza Mia. Whatever your taste, there’s something for you in downtown State College, from burgers and fries at
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exciting events and offerings waiting for you in Happy Valley. Visit the Penn State website for the latest information on University sports, arts and entertainment events. Another great way to begin is with Parents Penn State All-Sports Museum Weekend, which is October 11‑13 this year. Information on this weekend will be available mid‑August. And for all the up‑to‑the‑minute information on what’s happening, don’t forget to visit HappyValley.com. If you don’t have a blast, don’t blame us!
Christopher Columbus in Central Pennsylvania So Much History in One Museum. 2019 Special Events July 12, 13 & 14
Annual Antique Faire and Berry Festival
Vendors from near and far, local berry milkshakes, even a pie contest!
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Olde Europe Renaissance Festival
Foods, crafts, knights in armor, music & dance from 6 Boal-affiliated countries
Dec 6-8 Home for the Holidays at the Mansion Candlelight tours, Christmas tea, Dickens dinner & dance (reservations req’d) Browse our gift shop in the Visitor Center for gently used books, pottery, hand-carved bowls, postcards, and more. Columbus Chapel & Boal Mansion Museum, Boalsburg, PA boalmuseum.com, Boal Mansion Museum @BoalMuseum, Information: 814-876-0129 Tours Tues-Sun, 1:30-5pm, May-Oct; otherwise by appointment
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Summer is here, and you’re going to want to spend some of it at our local wineries. First of all, the locations are stellar. Our local wineries are each situated in a beautiful piece of central Pennsylvania, and many of them have events where you can enjoy their wines and locations in equal measure. Add in summer wines bursting with seasonal flavors like Seven Mountains’ Rhubarb and Hungry Run’s Blackberry Lemon, and you have the ingredients for a perfect summer evening. This summer, you don’t have to travel far to find the best summer beverages and entertainment; it’s all right here.
Campfire Nights at Seven Mountains Winery Located in Spring Mills, the vineyard is open for tastings and events. This summer is even more special with their campfire series, featuring a campfire and music by local musicians on select Friday evenings from June through August. Held in the evenings
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from 6 to 9 p.m., they feature live music, tap take‑overs by PA breweries, magic and food trucks. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs or blankets and your valid ID! You can purchase a season pass on their website. See Facebook or their website for specific event dates and details. Another fun event this summer is Sips and Giggles Comedy Night on July 19. Featuring Derrick Knopsnyder and Mike Travers, this evening promises fun and your favorite wines in one great event. Tickets are $20. Call 814‑364‑1000 to reserve your spot! Keep your eyes peeled for seasonal favorites like Blondie, Rhubarb and Strawberry, and make sure to try their wine popsicles in Just Peachy, Strawberry, Red Raspberry and Tickled Pink. (sevenmountainswinecellars.com; 814‑364‑1000)
Margarita‑style wines headline at Hungry Run Wine Cellars
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If you haven’t participated in a tasting at Hungry Run Wine Cellars, you’re missing out on some of the more unique tastes the Central Pennsylvania wine scene has to offer. They offer one‑of‑a‑kind finds like
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Music by Hops & Vines. Food by Smokin’ Hot Butts BBQ. Tap take over by Neshaminy Creek Brewery. Magic with Brent Kessler.
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Music by Deadtown Radio. Food by Smokin Hot Butts BBQ. Tap take over by Evil Genius Brewery.
J.L. Farm and Cidery, home of 814 Cider Works had their Grand Opening event in June. More than just cider, they offer an experience rooted in decades of passion to take what is grown on their land and share it with you. Check out their cider house on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th (if applicable) weekends of every month. They are located in the heart of Happy Valley at 3392 Shingletown Road, State College, PA 16801. For hours and more information, find them on Facebook and Instagram @JLFarmandCidery or on their website: 814CiderWorks.com.
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Music by Chris Schenk. Food by Smokin Hot Butts BBQ. Tap take over by Otto’s Brewery. Magic with Brent Kessler.
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Music by Tropical Soul. Food by Rosie’s Perogies. Tap take over by Yards Brewery.
Enjoy live music at Happy Valley Winery
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Music by Cousin Neddie. Food by Smokin Hot Butts BBQ. Tap take over by Gearhouse Brewery. Magic with Brent Kessler.
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Campfire times are 6-9pm. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. Absolutely no alcohol is permitted to be brought onto our premises!
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Atherton Farmers Market, where you can find the best local produce and summer treats in the area. You can make a day of it by touring their facilities and sampling some of their favorites from their jammy Cabernet Sauvignon to their Governor’s Cup Best of Show Vidal Blanc. Many wines are award winners and bring with them a unique local flavor. On Friday nights from 6‑8 p.m., enjoy live entertainment and a selection of locally made cheese and crackers to enhance the flavor, culminating in an evening that is pure Centre County magic. (thehappyvalleywinery.com; 814‑308‑8756)
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Find a favorite picnic wine at Mt Nittany Vineyard and Winery Amid the ambiance of a beautiful mountain scenery, stop in for a tasting of their award‑winning 2017 Chardonnay Reserve or their 2017 Cabernet Franc that pairs perfectly with summer barbecues. You can join their exclusive Wine Clubs to access quarterly wine shipments, discounts on private wine‑tasting events and other special discounts and offers. There is no annual commitment. Benefits include hand‑selected Mount Nittany wine each quarter, Free Tour and Tasting Certificate (normally $7.95/ pp) for the member and three guests, discounts in their Vintner’s Loft and much more. (mtnittanywinery.com; 814‑466‑6373) You can find more about local wineries, breweries and cideries at HappyValley.com/eat!
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Local establishments offer fresh farm‑to‑table finds in an alfresco setting By David Harry Summer means spending as much time outdoors as possible, and few warm‑weather activities rival the satisfaction of dining alfresco. In recent years, the growth of the farm‑to‑table movement has added a layer of awareness of the many benefits of locally sourced foods: great taste, better health and an improved local economy and environment. Here are a few local dining establishments that combine the seasonal pleasures of outdoor dining and fresh farm‑to‑table bounty. Choose one to sample on a warm summer day and savor the goodness.
The Field Burger and Tap Toftrees Golf Resort | 1 Country Club Lane, State College | 814‑234‑8000 | toftrees.com/the‑field.htm
The Field prides itself on a farm‑to‑table approach and relaxing lodge‑like atmosphere, which features outdoor seating with a golf course view. “We believe fresh, local food just tastes better,” they declare on their website. The restaurant uses the freshest ingredients available, offering hand‑formed burgers made with their own blend of sirloin, chuck, brisket and short rib, as well as
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local breads and Amish cheeses. Their menu offerings range from hearty breakfast options to tasty sandwiches, salads and fries for lunch or dinner. Finish the day on a sweet note with a hard or classic milkshake hand‑spun with Hershey’s famous ice cream, or one of the Field’s other sumptuous desserts. For those craving a refreshing brew on a warm night, the Field is committed to offering beers brewed in State College and central Pennsylvania. Continued on page 52
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331 Benner Pike State College, PA 16801 814-238-1212
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HublersburG Inn Spirited American Cuisine HISTORIC ~ PATIO ~ FIREPLACE BRUNCH~ LOCAL SEASONAL FARE
Another delightful destination for al fresco dining in the area is the Hublersburg Inn. Located just 20 miles from State College the drive to this charming country Inn brings you past the farms and fields where much of their local produce is procured. Their tree shaded patio expands to the grassy lawn with fire pits, Adirondack chairs, cornhole and a giant Jenga game which makes it both kid and dog friendly. The patio is also a delightful setting for their live music on Thursday nights or a relaxing Sunday brunch. Chef Cody Pierce creates seasonal menus, which include produce from nearby farms, cheeses from Goot Essa and handcrafted cocktails like the Fisherman’s Margarita with herbs from their own garden. Summer is the perfect time of year to enjoy everything the Hublersburg Inn has to offer!
Liberty Craft House 346 E. College Ave., State College | 814‑954‑4923 | libertycrafthouse.com
Part of the Dante’s Restaurants group, Liberty Craft House seeks out natural, sustainable and organic products from local producers. An extensive selection of craft brews, wines and cocktails is offered alongside their artisan‑prepared platters, casseroles, sandwiches and desserts. A full menu is accessible from their website. Open seven days a week from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. (food is served until midnight). When the weather starts to heat up, the Sidewalk Biergarten (in front facing College Avenue) offers limited outdoor seating.
PA on the Patio The Nittany Lion Inn | 200 W. Park Ave., State College | 814‑865‑8590 | nittanylioninn.psu.edu/pa‑on‑the‑patio
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Here’s a weekly event the entire family can enjoy: a culinary experience centered on a summertime favorite — grilling. On summer Fridays from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. (weather permitting), The Nittany Lion Inn serves a curated selection of Pennsylvania beverages (microbrews, wines and spirits) and chef‑inspired tapas featuring the best seasonal fruits, vegetables and local meats on their wood‑fired grill. The menu changes every week, including a different drink feature. The $34.95 price includes an all‑you‑can‑eat gourmet buffet, nonalcoholic beverages and live music. No reservations required.
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Bellefonte Under the Lights. Photo courtesy Michael T. Davis Photography
Spend your summer in Victorian Bellefonte Arts, culture, fun and some really great food By David Harry Take a drive through Central Pennsylvania — the Appalachian Mountains nesting around the highway, farmland stretching out in patchwork lines — and sooner or later you’ll find Bellefonte. I’m here to advise you to make it sooner rather than later, because
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exploring this jewelry box of a small Victorian town bursting with flavor, culture and ideas is going to be a highlight of your summer. And here’s how to make the most of it. The first thing you’ll notice is the unique heritage of buildings and homes from a bygone era that give the town its picturesque flavor and character. It’s still a place where people walk downtown to conduct their business, sit on their front porches to greet friends and know their neighbors. I’ve lived here in Bellefonte for many years, and I can tell you firsthand that it’s like living inside a Norman Rockwell painting — it’s classic small town America. The ideas and energy that surround Bellefonte, however, are anything but small. The town has been a magnet for entrepreneurial and creative energy that has made Victorian Bellefonte a modern center of commercial, cultural and recreational activity. Amid the beautiful buildings and gorgeous scenery, there is a Continued on page 54 53
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vibrant, thriving atmosphere bursting with energy and excitement, an expanding business environment, a cultural and creative edge and a deep‑rooted sense of community that make Bellefonte a place you’ll want to be. While preserving its unique heritage, Bellefonte looks confidently to the future. Organizations like Downtown Bellefonte Inc. are providing the synergy to champion economic development, cultural and community vitality and promote Bellefonte’s many attractions. “There’s truly no community like Bellefonte,” said Ellen Matis, president of Downtown Bellefonte Inc. and owner of Bellefonte’s Hello Social Co. “It’s our mission at DBI to not only showcase all of
Art a la Carte is an artisan collective gift shop, featuring the work of dozens of local artists.
the unique assets, businesses and opportunities that Bellefonte has, but to create new ones and support growth. And in the past year or so, we’ve seen a lot of growth and have welcomed many new businesses.” This combination of Victorian charm and 21st century energy has made Bellefonte a unique and exciting destination. “It not only has small town charm, but it also has an urban vibe,” says Mark Dello Stritto, founder of Bellefonte.com and Loaded Creative. The fascinating mix of traditional and modern makes Bellefonte a vibrant and exciting place to live, work – and visit. If you’re wondering where to stay when you’re visiting, there are a number of great hotels in and around Bellefonte, but to truly experience authentic Bellefonte, you should try one of our Bed and Breakfasts. A number of Bellefonte’s grand Victorian mansions have been transformed into Bed and Breakfast establishments, combining period elegance with modern conveniences and amenities. One of the stand‑outs is Our Fair Lady B&B, located
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Arts and Crafts Fair Capping the summer festival season is the annual Bellefonte Arts and Crafts Fair, celebrating creativity, offering fun arts, crafts and more from talented vendors from far and wide. Bring the whole family for lots of games and activities that are sure to make memories to last a lifetime.
Bellefonte Under the Lights This event, in its second year, is meant to be an evening of communal outdoor dining, created to celebrate what Downtown Bellefonte Inc. loves most about Bellefonte: Its vibrant businesses, gorgeous waterfront and friendly neighborhood communities. At the progressive-style dinner under bistro lights along the water, guests choose their own culinary adventure from Bellefonte food and beverage crafters. This year, Hops & Vines will serenade guests during dinner, while the sun sets and the lights brighten the waterfront.
133 N. Allegheny St. • P.O. Box 125 Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-355-4280 Art exhibits from around the world and around the corner
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Permanent Underground Railroad Exhibit: A Journey to Freedom An art installation commemorating the work of the Underground Railroad in the Bellefonte area.
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Friday in the ‘Fonte On the last Friday of every month, Bellefonte’s business owners join forces to host Friday in the ‘Fonte, showcasing the community’s shopping, dining, craft beverage and arts scene. Participating businesses offer something a little special during each event, which usually last until about 8 p.m.
Summer Sounds in the Gazebo For nearly forty years, this series of free concerts has been offering the perfect end to the summer weekend. Enjoy nine free concerts every Sunday from June through August at 7 p.m. at the Gazebo in Governors Park. The hour‑long concerts feature different musical styles, including folk, pop, rock and jazz. Bring a lawn chair or
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blanket and enjoy cool music on a warm summer’s evening. This year, the Sunday night concerts will be complemented by free movies shown on Saturday night at the park, beginning at dusk. All movies are family friendly and open to all. In addition to these events, Bellefonte boasts a large and growing arts community, embracing music, theater and the visual arts. Located in the heart of the downtown, the Bellefonte Art Museum is located in the Linn House, built in 1810. The museum’s mission is to showcase and sell works by local artists and to provide enrichment by showing art from around the world as well as art from our own community. The Museum provides enrichment to our communities through free art shows, classes and cultural exhibits. Highlights include: • Special Exhibitions Gallery including works from China, Vietnam, East Africa, Haiti, Japan, South America.
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• Artist Registry that helps promote and exhibit art by 165+ local artists. • Underground Railroad exhibit ‑ A Journey to Freedom Commemorating a painful time in art and words, this new permanent exhibit remembers the role of our region in the operations of the Underground Railroad. • Children’s Creativity Center offers free art classes every “1st Sunday” and a huge Lego collection and Lego wall. Another recent addition to the Bellefonte Arts scene is the Art a la Carte gallery and studio at 107 S Allegheny Street. Art a la Carte is an artisan collective gift shop and teaching space owned by Elizabeth Hay. “I am thrilled to bring an artisan collective gift shop to Bellefonte. The shop features the works of
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dozens of local artists. You will find paintings, pastels, jewelry, pottery, glass, quilts, soaps, wearable art, Bellefonte photography and souvenirs and much more,” said Hay. Art a la Carte gives artists a place to sell their creations, as well as to teach classes and workshops to the community. Hay’s vision is to help create community through the shop, especially by providing a teaching space for local and visiting teachers to engage and teach the community methods of art and fine craft, and also to give the community a place to gather, learn and meet new friends. “You never know what might be in the works when you come by!” Renovating a historic space on High Street, TriYoga of Central Pennsylvania brought well‑being to the Bellefonte community more visibly in winter 2018. The Bellefonte studio welcomes those who are new to TriYoga® or yoga, as well as more active students who practice yoga alone or at studios and gyms away from their home community of Bellefonte. Classes are offered in many levels, including Basics, Level 1, gentle, prenatal, and Mom & Baby. TriYoga Bellefonte also holds special events like Yoga for Recovery and Essential Yoga workshop, which combines the transformational power of yoga with the healing power of essential oils. TriYoga of Central PA is the only yoga nonprofit in the region, and aims to offer strength, balance, and peace and to ease one body and mind at a time through community outreach and classes in Bellefonte, Boalsburg and Spring Mills. Bellefonte’s historical and artistic footprint is complemented by a vibrant business and service community. One of the great things about Bellefonte is that it can be experienced on foot. Unlike a lot of areas, where a car is necessary to really sample the local flavor, a lot of what Bellefonte has to offer is within a Continued on page 58
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pleasant walk. Let’s take a little stroll and sample the unique and interesting restaurants and shops Bellefonte has to offer. There is no more venerable name in the Bellefonte business community than Bonfatto, and the latest iteration of the family restaurant business, Bonfatto’s Italian Market and Corner Café, is celebrating its 100th year! The business, founded in 1919 by Guy and Pauline Bonfatto, is returning to its roots and to the downtown area. The founders’ grandson, David Letterman, has moved the family business from its Zion Road location to the heart of downtown at 401 West High Street, and brought back the market end of the business. “This is something different. This reminds you of a small, Italian market. We have a nice line, which we’re continuing to grow, of authentic Italian and imported retail, deli and cheese items, not things you’re going to find in grocery stores,” Letterman said. The design of the new market is the work of David’s wife Sherri, which gives the location its unique atmosphere. The walls feature local artists, with artwork on display and for purchase, rotating different artists throughout the year. The coffee is also authentic. Customers order espressos and cappuccinos from a hand‑operated espresso machine similar to what you’d see in any Italian café. While there are some changes, Letterman wants to assure his customers that the brand’s legendary Bonanza subs, invented by Letterman’s uncle John in 1958, are still available. “The dining menu is now smaller, with more healthy alternatives, including a line of smoothies, customizable to customers’ dietary needs,” Letterman says. The design of the new market mingles the traditional with art work
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Bonfatto’s Italian Market and Corner Café. Photo courtesy Dana Culbert.
by local artists. As one long‑time resident noted, “Coming to Bellefonte and not enjoying a Bonanza sub is like going to Philly and not having a cheese steak!” Coming out Bonfatto’s front door and taking a stroll across Talleyrand Park will bring you to Big Spring Spirits, a craft distillery using the finest local ingredients to make award‑winning spirits. They produce over a dozen products that their talented bar staff blend into artisanal cocktails. To complement these offerings, their in‑house food service, MJ Custom Craft Cooking serves locally‑sourced, unique seasonal fare, designed to harmonize
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Talleyrand Tavern
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take‑out or eat‑in, for great Italian food, it’s hard to beat Maria’s! Heading back toward the Park will bring you to Bella Vino Wine Bar. Since Bella Vino is owned by Happy Valley Win‑ ery, it carries their wines, including many selections that have won national and international awards. They also offer a menu of soups, salads, charcuterie and hummus plates, local cheese and cracker combos, specialty wraps and weekend breakfast options, as well as local coffee and specialty coffee beverages. Stop in and enjoy their fine wines, food and relaxing atmosphere! A short walk up High Street will bring you to Governors’ Pub and Talleyrand Tavern. If you’re looking for great food, great drinks and a great atmosphere, you’ve come to the right place! Serving comfort food “with a twist” and complemented by a huge selection of domestic, imported and craft beers, and liquors, Governors' Pub also provides lively entertainment with special parties and trivia nights. If you’re looking for a happening Continued on page 60
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place to be, this is it. Heading up High Street and taking a right onto Allegheny will bring you to the Blonde Bistro. An Italian bistro that features “the fun side of food,” the restaurant grew out of the catering business operated by its owner, Chef Ciara Semack. Recently remodeled, the intimate atmosphere complements the excellent cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner, the Blonde Bistro is definitely one to check out! When Bonfatto’s moved out of its Zion Road location, it created an opportunity for the owner of the Red Horse Tavern to expand the business by opening a new location, Sammi’s. Partners Justin Leiter and Courtney Confer describe Sammi’s as
the “fast casual sibling” of the Red Horse. What do they mean by fast casual? “It’s a snappy way to say an independent, local place that cares about the food they are hand‑crafting to fit your busy lifestyle. To put it simply, it’s good food made by good people!” Sounds like a winning formula! Just a few miles away is Taco Inc in Pleasant Gap. Their Facebook fans rave about their street tacos and offerings like chimichangas, burritos and fried ice cream. They have a food truck and offer mobile catering for any sized fiesta – corporate event, wedding, birthday party and more. Having enjoyed one of these (or one of the other) fine eateries, you might want to do a little shopping. Bellefonte has a thriving business community with many specialty shops with unique offerings. Let’s continue our stroll and see a few. A mainstay by the county courthouse, Confer’s Jewelers provides the community with exceptional jewelry at affordable prices. Confer’s Jewelers was started in 1977 by Monte and
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exclusively hand‑picks all Helen Foxx’s on‑trend fashions, “Beautiful clothes and fashion come and go, but the feeling of being beautiful and treasured is everlasting.” Stop by and enjoy the chic yet casual atmosphere and experience the exceptional customer service! Across the street is Victorian House Antiques and Estate Jewelry. Featuring an eclectic display of every piece of antique furniture or item imaginable, the shop is expertly organized and provides quality merchandise at reasonable prices. If you’re looking for that special item that will complement your home or collection, Victorian House is the place to check out! Another Bellefonte institution along Allegheny Street is Plumb’s Drug Store and Gift Shop. Steeped in tradition, Plumb’s combines all the benefits of a modern pharmacy with old time charm — including a soda fountain! The gift shop provides cards and small gifts, so it’s a one‑stop shopping destination. For convenience, reasonable prices and service, it’s hard to beat Plumb’s! That’s only a sampling of the many events, restaurants and shops that historic Bellefonte has to offer (you can even board your pets at Lyons Kennels!). For more information about planning your trip to Bellefonte, contact Downtown Bellefonte Inc., Bellefonte Intervalley Chamber of Commerce, or check out Bellefonte.com for everything Bellefonte has to offer. The small town with the big city feel has seen a tremendous surge of energy over the last few years, with projects such as the Waterfront Development opening new opportunities for residents and visitors. With an interesting past and exciting future, Bellefonte will continue to be a Victorian gem with a modern vibe. 61
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Happy Valley Hotels Convenience make everyone happy By Jeff Deitrich
Everyone likes convenience. In today’s world, we want things fast, and we want them now. We don’t want to wade through all kinds of red tape or web searches to find what we want. We imagine that booking a hotel room will be easy. Happy Valley Hotels makes things easy. First, Happy Valley Hotels built four hotels of different brands all very close together to give guests multiple choices quickly. Three are in Williams‑ burg Square on Waddle Road, including the Holiday Inn Express, Hampton Inn & Suites, and SpringHill Suites by Marriott. The fourth is the Marriott Fairfield Inn & Suites less than a mile away on the North Atherton Street business corridor. Second, all of these select service hotels provide the basic conveniences that every traveler needs at no additional cost. They all provide excellent, hot breakfast buffets complimentary every day to their guests. They offer free wifi internet service, free parking, free coffee and tea all day, plus complimentary use of their fitness and business centers. Everything that most people need day‑to‑day is available and ready for you. Third, when you choose a hotel, you also want it to be conve-
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nient to your actual destinations and with easy access to dining and shopping. Done! Happy Valley Hotels has the easiest access into, out of, and around State College. It takes just moments to be on the Mount Nittany Expressway (I‑99/Route 322) or North Atherton Street, all of which connects quickly to virtually every State College destination — including just over five minutes in normal traffic to Penn State and its athletic fields. In fact, it takes barely more than 10 minutes to get all the way to Tussey Mountain! For dining, each hotel has multiple restaurants just outside the door. Guests of the three hotels at Williamsburg Square can walk almost immediately to the Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse and Texas Roadhouse, with Cracker Barrel and Sheetz just across the street. Guests of the Fairfield love our two local favorites — Otto’s Pub & Brewery and Barrel 21 Distillery & Dining. Shoppers and diners alike also have many choices in The Colonnade shopping complex, which sits directly between the Fairfield and Williamsburg Square. Plus, Williamsburg Square is the closest hotel complex with national brand names to the University Park Airport. On top of all of that, you can search online for all of these hotels at one site: stayhvh.com. This much convenience and choice is impossible to find anywhere else in State College. So, if you’re in the market for a hotel room in State College, join us at the SpringHill Suites by Marriott, Holiday Inn Express, Hampton Inn & Suites or the Fairfield Inn & Suites. Happy Valley Hotels will definitely leave you smiling!
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When considering price and availability, take note of the popularity of the game. Homecoming and rival games will have inflated prices as well as very limited availability. Look now for the best rates and choices!
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Take a long weekend
As the summer dwindles, “We Are” chants are heard around the Penn State campus and the first coin toss commences, football season — and thousands of accompanying fans — will take over Happy Valley. And for those fans without any local friends and family, where to stay is a major piece of the weekend planning. Thankfully, there is a plethora of options for those looking to stay in and around the State College area this fall. Consider your plans, length of stay, style and price, then check out the timeless tradition of the Nittany Lion Inn or Penn Stater or the long‑weekend escape of Bear Mountain Lodge or Gage Mansion Bed and Breakfast.
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For football fans or weekend adventurers, there are plenty of scenic choices that bring you to PSU in less than two hours. Bear Mountain Lodge provides guests everything needed for a relaxing weekend getaway with options to explore nature at Pine Creek and Mouth of the Canyon, Tioga Central Rail Road or Pine Creek Rail Trail. Travelers can also visit downtown Wellsboro for a beautiful and quaint small town feel. Visit bearmountainbb. com for more information. If you’re looking to get away but keep it a bit closer to PSU, look into the Huntingdon County Visitors Bureau for Raystown Lake options such as large vacation homes, bed Continued on page 64 63
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and breakfasts, campgrounds and cabins. Visit raystown.org/ places‑to‑stay for more information. Gage Mansion Bed and Breakfast is just one of the options for Huntingdon County and Raystown guests. It’s located in downtown Huntingdon near restaurants, shopping and local attractions like Raystown Lake. The historic Queen Anne Victorian is updated with modern amenities and luxurious details like Italian marble floors. Visit gagemansion.com for more information.
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Cozy up for a weekend getaway If you want to be close to the action, yet still feel like you’re stealing a weekend away look into the multitude of bed and breakfasts available in State College and any of the neighboring towns. Reynolds Mansion (reynoldsmansion.com) is a luxurious bed and breakfast built in 1885. The exquisite details of the mansion will take you back with its old world charm, and the Snuggery and Billiards Rooms will leave you feeling sophisticated and attended to. If you’re looking for the Victorian style, The Queen, A Victorian B&B will enchant you with its Victorian parlour, fireplace and a gourmet breakfast. Just minutes from the Penn State campus, it’s accessible to everything happening in State College, or a nice hiding place among the Victorian streets of
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Bellefonte. Visit thequeenbnb.com for more information. Earlystown Manor Bed and Breakfast (earlystownmanor. com) features a 10‑acre estate complete with beautiful gardens and a panorama of beautiful views. A 15‑minute drive puts you in the heart of Penn State, and because Earlystown Manor is a member of the Pennsylvania Association of Bed and Breakfast Inns, you can be sure to have a quality experience. Step into the Victorian era at Our Fair Lady B&B located at 313 E. Linn St. in Bellefonte. Spend the night in one of their four charmingly decorated rooms complete with queen-sized beds, and enjoy daily breakfast, afternoon wine and cheese hour, high-speed internet and a convenient location. They also offer a venue for small business meetings, showers and weddings. (ourfairladybnb.com) Hudson House Bed & Breakfast sits just five miles away from the Penn State campus in State College. The open meadows surrounding the house are clearly visible through the large windows of the three guest rooms. A tree‑lined lane will welcome you to your home away from home. Visit hudsonhousebnb.com for more information.
Maybe you already have the perfect tailgating spot and need more room for your crew. If that’s the case, there are hundreds of options to rent a house so you can enjoy spreading out for the weekend. Local individuals offer up their homes to central Pennsylvania visitors on Air B&B, VRBO and Craigslist. You can find homes as close as the historic College Heights neighborhood in walking distance to the stadium, or save on your nightly cost by staying in nearby areas like Port Matilda, Bellefonte, Centre Hall, Altoona or Huntingdon. Some families list their entire home to be yours for the weekend, others have additions with separate entrances, and still others invite you to stay and enjoy the company and hospitality of a State College townie. With price points for everyone, these houses go fast and require booking ahead!
Hotel options If you enjoy the comfort and predictability of a hotel, you’re not alone. State College and its surrounding areas will sell out their establishments during their busiest time of year — though Commencement Weekend is a strong competitor. Stay at a well‑known branch like the Ramada, Hyatt Place State College, Courtyard Marriott, Hilton Garden Inn, SpringHill Suites, Comfort and Sleep Inn State College, or opt for a local option like The Penn Stater, Nittany Lion Inn or Graduate Hotel in the heart of downtown State College. The local hotels will be ready, but not waiting, they sell out quickly for home games and visitors should plan ahead to hold a room!
Rent an RV For the serious tailgaters, renting an RV can be a great change of pace to your typical hotel stay. Nittany RV located in Coburn offers “turnkey tailgate weekends.” RVs are ready for pick‑up when you arrive and stocked with the necessities. It’s already parked in a great tailgating spot so all that’s left to do is show up
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Eat, Play & Live in Happy Valley! Live Local Services Central PA Conv & Visitors Bureau visitpennstate.org 800‑358‑5466 Collegiate Athletic Travel AthleticTravel.com 800-788-4414 Fraser Condos frasercondos.com 866‑445‑5718 Fullington fullingtontours.com 814‑238‑1100 Lyons Kennels lyonskennels.com 814-355-3974 Obligatory PSU Pregame Show ObligatoryPSU.com TailGate Guys tailgateguys.com/home/ pennstate 814‑933‑4100 Taste Buds Kitchen tastebudskitchen.com/ statecollege 814-238-1212
CO2 the unique boutique Co2boutique.com 814-353-4258
Bryce Jordan Center bjc.psu.edu 814‑863‑5500
Distinct Collectibles distinctcollectibles.com 844‑236‑9751
Center for the Performing Arts cpa.psu.edu 814‑863‑0255
Huntingdon County Visitors Bureau raystown.org 814‑658‑0060
Helen Foxx HelenFoxxandCo.com 814-548-7847
Central PA Theatre and Dance Fest centralpatheatre.com
Lincoln Caverns lincolncaverns.com 814‑643‑0268
Riley on Main rileyonmain.com/ 814‑466‑9200
Columbus Chapel & Boal Mansion boalmuseum.com 814-876-0129
Northland Bowl northlandbowl.com 814‑237‑1500
Victorian House Antiques VhouseAntiques@aol.com 814-404-1565
Salons, Spas & Gyms EsSpa at the Carnegie Inn & Spa esspa.us 814‑380‑9772 Crossfit Lionheart crossfitlionheart.com 814‑238‑4617 Lionheart Fitness lionheartgyms.com 814‑238‑4617
TriYoga of Central Pennsylvania PennsylvaniaTriYoga.com
The North Club thenorthclub.com 814‑237‑1510
Shopping
Titan Fitness titanfitness.com 814‑235‑1015
Apple Hill Antiques applehillantiques.com/ 814‑238‑2980 Art a la Carte artalacartepa.com 814-355-1590 Confer's Jewelers ConfersJewelers.com 814-355-8836
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Play Arts and Culture Bellefonte Art Museum of Centre County bellefontemuseum.org 814‑355‑4280
FUSE Productions fuseproductions.org Happy Valley’s Got Talent tidesprogram.org Infusion at Penn State PennStateInfusion.org Mifflinburg Heritage Revitalization Association mifflinburgpa.com/ 570‑966‑1666 Palmer Museum of Art palmermuseum.psu.edu 814‑865‑7672 The State Theatre thestatetheatre.org 814‑272‑0606 Tempest Productions, Inc. tempestproductions.org 866‑248‑5091
Around Happy Valley Central PA Conv & Visitors Bureau visitpennstate.org 800‑358‑5466 Fort Roberdeau FortRoberdeau.com 814-946-0048
Grange Fair grangefair.com
Nittany Antique Machinery Show Nittanyantique.org PA Military Museum pamilmuseum.org 814‑466‑6263 Penn State All‑Sports Museum gopsusports.com/museum/ 814‑865‑0044 Penn State Alumni Association alumni.psu.edu 800‑548‑LION Penn State Baseball gopsusports.com 814‑272‑0208 Penn State Homecoming homecoming.psu.edu Penn’s Cave and Wildlife Park pennscave.com 814‑364‑1664 Ridge Soaring Gliderport eglider.org 814‑355‑2483 Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center shaverscreek.org 814‑863‑2000 State College Spikes statecollegespikes.com 814‑272‑1711
Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com 814‑466‑6266 Whata‑Blast Lasertag whatablastlasertag.com 814‑234‑8740 World of Little League Museum littleleague.org/world‑of‑lit‑ tle‑league/ 570‑326‑3607 WPSU wpsu.org
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Breweries, Distilleries and Distributors bar bleu dantesinc.com/locations/ bar‑bleu 814‑237‑0374 Barrel 21 barrel21distillery.com 814‑308‑9522 Beer Belly’s Beverage beerbellysbeverage.com 814‑237‑2739 Brewsky’s Bottle Shop brewskys.us 814‑272‑1074 Elk Creek Café + Aleworks elkcreekcafé.net 814‑349‑8850 Happy Valley Brewing Company happyvalleybeer.com 814‑234‑4406 The Hopshop dantesinc.com/locations/ the‑hopshop/ 814‑308‑9808
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Eat, Play & Live in Happy Valley! Liberty Craft House dantesinc.com 814‑954‑4923
Good Intent Cider goodintentcider.com 717‑778‑8171
The Arena Bar & Grill thearenabarandgrill.com 814‑237‑8833
Local Whiskey happyvalleyrestaurants.com 814‑272‑6831
Happy Valley Vineyard & Winery thehappyvalleywinery.com 814‑308‑8756
bar bleu dantesinc.com/locations/ bar‑bleu/ 814‑237‑0374
Hungry Run Wine Cellars hungryrun.com 717-242-0444
Barrel 21 barrel21distillery.com 814‑308‑9522
J.L. Farm and Cidery 814 Cider Works www.814ciderworks.com
Bonfatto's Italian Market & Corner Cafe Bonfattos.com 814-353-3330
Otto’s Pub & Brewery ottospubandbrewery.com 814‑867‑6886 Phyrst happyvalleyrestaurants. com/#phyrst 814‑238‑1406 Port Matilda Hotel & Tavern 814‑692‑4097 Robin Hood Brewing Co. robinhoodbrewingco.com 814‑237‑7777 The Saloon HomeOfTheMonkeyBoy.com 814‑234‑1344 Z Bar at The Deli Restaurant TheDeliRestaurant.com 814‑237‑5710
Wineries and Cideries Bella Vino Wine Bar facebook.com/pg/Wineand‑ CafeonthePark 814‑355‑2658
Mount Nittany Vineyard & Winery mtnittanywinery.com 814‑466‑6373 Seven Mountains Wine Cellars sevenmountainswine cellars.com 814‑364‑1000
Restaurants Allegro Restaurant allegro‑restaurant.com 814‑946‑5216 American Ale House americanalehouse.net 814‑237‑9701
Brothers’ Pizza brotherspizzacentrehall.com 814‑364‑9817 (Centre Hall) 814‑234‑4200 (State College) 814‑355‑4562 (Wingate) Carnegie Inn & Spa carnegieinnandspa.com 814‑234‑2424 Champs Sports Grill champssportsgrill.net 814‑234‑7700 (Atherton St.) champsdowntown.com 814‑238‑1110 (Allen St.) The Deli Restaurant TheDeliRestaurant.com 814‑237‑5710
The Dining Room (at The Nittany Lion Inn) nittanylioninn.psu.edu 814‑865‑8590 Doan’s BBQ doansbones.com 814‑238‑7427 (State College) 814‑667‑3670 (Petersburg) Earlystown Diner 814‑364‑5099 Edgewater Inn and Riverside Grill edgewaterinnandriverside‑ grill.com 814‑669‑4144 The Field Burger and Tap toftrees.com/restaurant 814‑234‑8000 The Gardens Restaurant (at the Penn Stater) thepennstaterhotel.psu.edu 814‑863‑5090 Gigi’s Southern Table Gigisdining.com 814‑861‑3463 The Governor's Pub thegovernorspub.com 814-353-1008 Happy Valley Brewing Company happyvalleybeer.com 814‑234 4406
Harrison’s Wine Grill harrisonsmenu.com 814‑237‑4422 HiWay Pizza Pub HiwayPizza.com 814‑237‑0375 (North) 814‑954‑5240 (West) 814-237-5718 (Downtown) Home Delivery Pizza Pub homedeliverypizza.net 814‑357‑8399 Hublersburg Inn hublersburginn.com 814‑383‑2616 Kimchi Korean Restaurant kimchistatecollege.com 814‑237‑2096 Legends (at the Penn Stater) thepennstaterhotel.psu.edu 814‑ 863‑ 5080 Liberty Craft House dantesinc.com/locations/ liberty‑craft‑house 814‑954‑4923 Maria's Italian Restaurant & Pizza marias-italian-restaurant. weebly.com 814-355-1121 Otto’s Pub & Brewery ottospubandbrewery.com 814‑867‑6886
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Eat, Play & Live in Happy Valley! Perkins perkinsrestaurants.com 814‑237‑0307
Quaker Steak & Lube thelube.com 814‑ 237‑ 5823
Taco Inc TacoIncTacos.com 814-548-7386
Webster’s Bookstore Café webstersbookstorecafé.com 814‑272‑1410
Dante’s Restaurants, Inc. dantesinc.com 814‑234‑1344
Pizza Mia! wearepizzamia.com 814‑355‑3738 (Bellefonte) 814‑234‑1606 (State College) 570‑893‑1700 (Lock Haven)
Red Horse Tavern therhtavern.com 814-359-2082
Talleyrand Tavern 814-353-1008
Whiskers (at The Nittany Lion Inn) nittanylioninn.psu.edu/ Nittany LionInn/Dining/ Whiskers.cfm 814‑865‑8580
Edgewater Inn and Riverside Grill edgewaterinnandriverside‑ grill.com 814‑669‑4144
P.J. Harrigan’s pjharrigans.com 814‑235‑3009 Port Matilda Hotel & Tavern & Tavern 814‑692‑4097 Qdoba qdoba.com 814‑861‑3288
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Sammi's SammisBellefonte.com 814-810-2222 The Saloon HomeOfTheMonkeyBoy. com 814‑234‑1344 Sweet Scoops brotherspizzacentrehall. com 814‑364‑1141
Taste of the Valley facebook.com/ TasteOfTheValley 717‑935‑0050 The View at Mountain View Country Club mtviewcountryclub.com/ theview 814‑466‑7231 Way Cafe and Bakery wayfruitfarm.com 814‑692‑5211
Catering/Group Events The Arena Bar & Grill thearenabarandgrill.com 814‑237‑8833 Champs Sports Grill champssportsgrill.net 814‑234‑7700
The Gardens Restaurant (at the Penn Stater) thepennstaterhotel.psu.edu 814‑863‑5090 Gigi’s Restaurant & Wine Lounge gigisdining.com 814‑861‑3463
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Eat, Play & Live in Happy Valley! Harrison’s Wine Grill & Catering/Above the Valley Special Event Center harrisonsmenu.com 814‑237‑4422 Happy Valley Catering by Pizza Mia! wearepizzamia.com 814‑355‑3738 Lodge at Tussey Mountain tusseymountain.com 814‑466‑7976 Penn State Hospitality pennstatehotels.com 800‑233‑7505
North Atherton Farmers Market nathertonmarket.com
Happy Valley Hotels stayhvh.com 814‑278‑7595
Tuesday Downtown State College Farmers Market facebook.com/ statecollegefarmers
Hilton Garden Inn lioncountrylodging.com 814‑272‑1221
Way Fruit Farm wayfruitfarm.com 814‑692‑5211
Stay Hotels
Qdoba qdoba.com 814‑861‑3288
Graduate State College graduatehotels.com/statecollege 814-231-2100
Ramada Conference Center ramadasc.com 814‑238‑3001
Carnegie Inn & Spa carnegieinnandspa.com 814‑234‑2424
Taco Inc TacoIncTacos.com 814-548-7386
Comfort Suites comfortsuites.com 814‑235‑1900
CSAs / Farms / Farmers Markets / Buying Clubs
Country Inn and Suites countryinns.com 814‑234‑6000
Bee Tree Berry Farm 814‑383‑2134 Boalsburg Farmers Market boalsburgfarmersmarket. com 814‑692‑5211 Buy Fresh, Buy Local buylocalpa.org/centre Friday Downtown State College Farmers Market statecollegefarmersmarket. com Lemont Farmers Market lemontvillage.org/home/ lemont‑farmers‑market
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Courtyard by Marriott marriott.com/hotels/travel/ scecy‑courtyard‑state‑ college 814‑238‑1881 Days Inn Penn State lioncountrylodging.com 814‑238‑8454 Econo Lodge Bellefonte econolodge.com 814‑355‑5561 Fairfield Inn & Suites State College stayhvh.com 814‑238‑3871 Hampton Inn & Suites State College stayhvh.com 814‑231‑1899
Holiday Inn Express State College stayhvh.com 814‑867‑1800 Hublersburg Inn hublersburginn.com 814‑383‑2616 Ingleby Lodge inglebylodge.com 814‑360‑5145 Lock Haven Fairfield Inn and Suites marriott.com/hotels/travel/ fairfield‑inn‑and‑suites‑lock‑ 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 The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel thepennstater.psu.edu 814‑863‑5000 Port Matilda Hotel & Tavern & Tavern 814‑692‑4097 Quality Inn Penn State lioncountrylodging.com 814‑234‑1600 Ramada Inn & Conference Center ramadasc.com 814‑238‑3001
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State College Spikes plan to light up sky and scoreboard this summer By Jeff Cavanaugh
Happy Valley is a football area come fall, but in the summer, we are all about baseball. The State College Spikes return to Medlar Field at Lubrano Park this June with a jam‑packed schedule of affordable, family fun. The Spikes, the Short‑Season Single‑A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, have an exciting summer planned with hopes of once again bringing a championship back to Central Pennsylvania. This season, the Spikes will host 38 nights of fun and affordable family entertainment from June 15 through Sept. 1. And almost every game of the season, the Spikes have something special planned for their fans. This season, the Spikes will light up the sky at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park with 12 fireworks nights — including seven Sunday night shows. In addition to fireworks, the Spikes have some of the best giveaways and promotions that you will find anywhere in the country. Some of the highlights of this season’s promotional calendar include three bobblehead nights. On Friday, July 26, First National Bank is sponsoring a Blair Thomas Bobblehead Giveaway; and on the last two weekends of Aug., The Nittany Lion Inn & The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel are sponsoring two bobblehead giveaways. First, on Saturday, Aug. 17, the first 1,000 fans will receive a David Taylor “World Champion” bobblehead; and on Sunday, Aug. 25, the first 1,000 fans will receive a Trace McSorley bobblehead. And if bobbleheads weren’t enough — two Spikes fans will be guaranteed to drive home with a lease on a new Kia this season! One fan at Opening Night and one fan at the regular season home finale on Sept. 1 will win a Kia lease thanks to Lion Country Kia as part of LuCKy’s Kia Giveaway. 70
The Spikes will also host their first‑ever National Pride Month Celebration on Friday, June 28 where the first 500 fans will receive a Spikes Pride Hat. In addition to the fun giveaway nights, the Spikes will again host a Paint the Park Pink Night on July 28 that will include a Pink Plaid Jersey‑off‑the‑Back Auction to benefit the Mount Nittany Health Foundation and their support of the fight against breast cancer. The first 1,000 fans will also receive a Pink Plaid Blanket. The Spikes will also partner with PSECU to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network when, for one night only, they turn into the Happy Valley Grilled Stickies — “the tastiest team in the world” — on Friday, Aug. 9. The one‑of‑a‑kind Grilled Stickies jerseys will go up for auction to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network. The Spikes will also wear special jerseys featuring photos of dogs submitted by fans for all four Bark in the Park games. The jerseys, which will be up for bids throughout the season, are the result of a partnership with Metzger Animal Hospital. Fans can even bring their four‑legged friends to the four games on June 20, July 7, Aug. 16 and Sept. 1. Other highlights include the return of the always popular Cowboy Monkey Rodeo on Saturday, Aug. 10; the Human Cannonball on Sunday, July 14; an appearance by Chris Owen, a.k.a. “The Shermanator” from American Pie, on Sunday, June 30 as part of a Party Like It’s 1999 Night; and two Super Splash Day games starting at noon on July 15 and Aug. 1 — when Ike’s Kids Zone turns into a waterpark. Throughout the season, the Spikes will again host the always popular “Half‑Craft Wednesdays” featuring half‑price craft beer drafts, wine and spirits from 6‑8 p.m., as well as “Thirsty Thursdays” with $1 12 oz. domestic drafts, $2 16 oz. domestic cans and $2 Otto’s Apricot Wheat drafts from 6‑8 p.m. On Tuesday nights during the season, the Spikes will offer $2 walking tacos. Start your summer planning by checking out the State College Spikes schedule and heading out to the ballpark for a fun, affordable and memorable night! For more information on the State College Spikes or to buy tickets for one of their upcoming games, call 814‑272‑1711 or visit statecollegespikes.com.
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