2019 Visitors Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome to Central Pennsylvania................ 3 Calendar of Events..................................... 4 Find Your Favorite Farmers Market.............. 8 Arts & Culture......................................... 11 Restaurants............................................. 16 After Dark............................................... 23 Where to Stay.......................................... 28 Things to Do........................................... 40 Map of Centre County......................... 48-49

Map of Downtown State College & Penn State Campus........................... 50 Maps of Bellefonte, Boalsburg, Centre Hall, Philipsburg........................ 51 Bucket List........................................ 58-59 Healthy Living......................................... 60 Event Planning........................................ 66 Penn State.............................................. 74 Fingertip Average..................................... 87 Services & Resources............................... 89

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Cover Photo Credit: Nittany Lion Shrine by Rusty Glessner Photography

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Photo Credit: Talleyrand Park, Bellefonte, PA

Welcome to

CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA

Welcome to beautiful Centre County! Whether this visit is your first or one-hundredth, there is something here for everyone. Our county is packed with a wide and diverse variety of opportunities to explore and enjoy. Take a trip back in time to learn about the iron furnaces that dotted the region and how a simple Farmer’s High School has grown into a world-class university. Discover how seven governors emerged from one small town or how the largest collection of authentic Christopher Columbus artifacts in North America found its way to Centre County. Bring your hiking shoes for a trip up Mount Nittany or travel one of many bike trails crossing the spectacular landscape of the region. Enjoy intercollegiate athletic events including thirty-one different sports and BIGTEN match-ups or attend one of the many theatrical and musical performances offered year-round. Whatever your interest, you will find it here. Our region enjoys national distinction having been recently recognized as one of the safest places for families, a best city for entrepreneurs, a top-rated location for young professionals, and one of the fastest-growing areas in the State. Welcome to Centre County and we hope you enjoy your visit!

CENTRE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Michael Pipe, Chairman

Mark Higgins

Steven Dershem

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Calendar of

EVENTS Photo Credit: Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, State College

JANUARY

Bridal Expo Central PA

Penn Stater Conference Center 814-272-1320 • bridalexpocentralpa.com

FEBRUARY Batfest

Lincoln Caverns 814-643-0268 • lincolncaverns.com

Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon Bryce Jordan Center, PSU Campus 1-800-392-8466 • thon.org

TEDxPSU

Schwab Auditorium, PSU Campus tedxpsu.com

MARCH

Maple Harvest Festival

Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center 814-863-2000 • www.shaverscreek.org

YMCA State Swimming Championship McCoy Natatorium, PSU Campus 814-355-5551

APRIL

Central PA Orchid Show

Ag Arena, PSU Campus • 814-865-4748

Opening Day of Trout Season Commonwealth of PA 877-707-4085 • fishandboat.com

Penn State Blue-White Football Game Beaver Stadium, PSU Campus 814-863-1000 • gopsusports.com

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MAY

AAUW Used Book Sale

Ag Arena, PSU Campus 814-235-6884 • aauwstatecollege.org

Bellefonte’s Big Spring Festival Talleyrand Park, Bellefonte 814-355-2917 • visitbellefonte.com

Boalsburg Memorial Day Celebration Historic Boalsburg • boalsburgmemorialday.com

Happy Volley Club Championship

Bryce Jordan Center, PSU Campus • 814-865-0561 https://gopsusports.com/sports/2018/8/8/camps-happyvolley-camp-html.aspx

PSU Alumni Reunion Weekend PSU Campus 1-800-548-5466 • alumni.psu.edu

PSU Spring Commencement

Bryce Jordan Center, PSU Campus 814-865-2501 • commencement.psu.edu

JUNE

Bellefonte Children’s Fair

Bellefonte 814-355-2917 • visitbellefonte.com

Bellefonte Cruise

Downtown Bellefonte 814-883-2033 • bellefontecruise.org

Celticfest

Tussey Mountain 814-466-6266 • tusseymountain.com/celticfest


Experience Central Pennsylvania Central PA Craft Beverage Expo

People’s Choice Festival

Central PA Theatre & Dance Fest

Philipsburg Heritage Days

Discovery Days

Remington Ryde Bluegrass Festival

Happy Valley Culinary Week

Summer Thunder

Talleyrand Park centralpatastingtrail.com

State College (866)-248-5091 • centalpatheatrefest.com Lincoln Caverns 814-643-0268 • lincolncaverns.com Centre County 814-231-1401 • happyculinaryweek.com

Lemont Village Strawberry Festival Lemont 814-238-1288 • lemontvillage.org

Music at Penn’s Woods Esber Recital Hall 814-863-0255 • mpw.psu.edu

Nittany Antique Machinery Assoc. Spring Show Penns Cave, Centre Hall 814-364-9340 • nittanyantique.org

PIAA Baseball/Softball Championships PSU Campus 717-697-0374 • piaa.org

Special Olympics Pennsylvania PSU Campus 814-234-8750 • specialolympicspa.org

State College Spikes Home Opener Medlar Field at Lubrano Park 814-272-1711 • statecollegespikes.com

Trash to Treasure Sale

Beaver Stadium, PSU Campus 814-238-8283 • trashtotreasure.psu.edu

Rothrock Trailmix

Rothrock State Forest & Tussey Mountain happyvalleybiking.com

JULY

Antique Faire & Blueberry Festival Columbus Chapel & Boal Mansion 814-876-0129 • boalmuseum.com

Central PA 4thFest

PSU Campus 814-466-6124 • 4thfest.org

Central PA Festival of the Arts Downtown State College & PSU Campus 814-237-3682 • arts-festival.com

Last Cruise Car & Motorcycle Show

South Allen Street, State College 814-237-5731 ccysb.com/ysb_special_events/last_cruise_event

Boalsburg 814-692-8694 • peopleschoicefestival.com Philipsburg 814-342-3440 • philipsburgheritagedays.com Grange Fair Grounds, Centre Hall 717-348-3537 • remingtonryde.com

DelGrosso’s Amusement Park 1-866-684-3538 • mydelgrossopark.com

AUGUST

Bellefonte Arts & Crafts Fair Talleyrand Park 814-353-1115 • bellefontefair.org

Centre County Grange Fair Encampment Grange Fair Grounds, Centre Hall 814-364-9212 • grangefair.net

PSU Ag Progress Days

Ag Progress Fields, Rock Springs 814-865-2081 • agsci.psu.edu/apd

PSU Summer Commencement

Bryce Jordan Center, PSU Campus 814-865-2501 • commencement.psu.edu

State College Brew Expo

Tussey Mountain All Seasons 814-574-1968 •statecollegebrewexpo.com

Wing Fest Finals

Tussey Mountain All Seasons 814-466-6266 • tusseymountain.com/wingfest

SEPTEMBER Great Insect Fair

Ag Arena, PSU Campus 814-865-1895 • ento.psu.edu

Millheim Fire Company Oktoberfest Millheim 814-349-8164 • millheimfire.org

Nittany Antique Machinery Assoc. Fall Show Penns Cave, Centre Hall 814-364-9340 • nittanyantique.org/fall.php

Oktoberfest

Tussey Mountain All Seasons 814-466-6266 • tusseymountain.com/oktoberfest

OCTOBER

Dutch Fall Fest

Aaronsburg 814-380-4599 • aaronsburgcc.org

Ghosts & Goblins Tours

Lincoln Caverns 814-643-0268 • lincolncaverns.com

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Experience Central Pennsylvania Philipsburg Harvest Fest

Philipsburg 814-577-3954 • facebook.com/philipsburgpa

PSU Horticulture Show

Ag Arena, PSU Campus 814-865-2571 • plantscience.psu.edu

PSU Parent & Family Weekend PSU Campus 814-863-1313 • parents.psu.edu

Punkin Chunkin Howard Vol. Fire Co. Fall Festival

Bald Eagle State Park • 814-571-8303 facebook.com/HowardFireCompanyFallPunkinChunkinFes tival/?fref=ts

Talleyrand Fall Festival & Annual Halloween Parade Talleyrand Park 814-883-2033 • visitbellefonte.com

Tussey Mountainback 50 Mile Ultramarathon & Relay Tussey Mountain All Seasons & Rothrock State Forest 814-238-5918 • tusseymountainback.com

NOVEMBER

Veritas Film Festival Rowland Theatre veritasfilms.com

Taste of the Town

Penn State Hotel & Conference Center 814-238-8283 • ccunitedway.org/taste-town

DECEMBER

Bellefonte Victorian Christmas

Downtown Bellefonte 814-883-2033 • bellefontevictorianchristmas.com

Boalsburg Hometown Christmas Historic Boalsburg BoalsburgVillageConservancy.org

Central PA Guild of Craftsmen Winter Craft Market Penn Stater Conference Center 814-861-3002 • WinterCraftMarket.com

Festival of Trees and Holiday Marketplace CPI, Pleasant Gap 814-238-8283 • ccunitedway.org

First Night State College

Downtown State College 814-237-3682 • firstnightstatecollege.com

Lemont Village German Christmas Market Lemont • 814-238-1288 lemontvillage.org

PSU Fall Commencement

Bryce Jordan Center, PSU Campus 814-865-2501 • commencement.psu.edu

Photo Credit: Lion Bash, State College

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F IN D Y O U R

FAV O R I T E

s r e m r a F Photo Credit: Tait Farm by Tony Musso

Locally

sourced food is appealing to a growing number of consumers across the country. Here in State College, we’re lucky to live near a plethora of picturesque farms whose owners till the soil and tend the herds to produce fresh veggies, dairy products and meat – all for us! We can enjoy the fruits of their labor at several area farmers markets each week year-round – and we should, says Tony Musso, owner of Nittany Valley Organics and president of the Downtown State College Indoor Farmers Market. “Local farmers need community support more than ever,” Musso says. 8 / www.visitpennstate.org

M A RKET!

And in this area, all the farmers markets are producer-only markets, so everything that’s sold there has to have been grown or made by the vendors. “The best thing about going to a farmers market here, from a consumer’s standpoint, is if you have any questions at all about something, those questions are going to be answered by the person who planted it, grew it and harvested it,” Musso says. Here’s a look at where you can grab fresh produce, meat, eggs and so much more, just a few miles from home.


Experience Central Pennsylvania

WINTER MARKETS Downtown State College Indoor Farmers Market When: 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays from Dec. – April Where: Lobby of the State College Municipal Building, 243 S. Allen St. What: A handful of the welcoming vendors you see in the outdoor markets downtown in the summertime spend spend the winter here, offering patrons fresh dairy products, salmon, trout, grass-fed beef, pork and poultry, locally grown, chemical-free produce, organic health and beauty products, and Brazilian snacks. Tip: If you park at one of the municipal parking garages, they’ll validate your parking pass at the market. http://www.statecollegewinterfarmers.com/

Boalsburg Indoor Farmers Market When: 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays from mid-November through April Where: Indoors at St. John’s United Church of Christ, 218 N. Church St. in Boalsburg What: About 15-18 vendors pack the church basement to offer market fans the best in-season produce along with Gemelli Bakers breads, wild-caught salmon, meat and poultry, locally made cheeses, raw milk, soaps and lotions, honey, maple syrup and more. Tip: Try some of Nomad Kitchen’s prepared foods, and fresh pasta from Fasta & Ravioli Co. http://boalsburgfarmersmarket.com

Millheim Indoor Farmers Market When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays in November and December Where: Hosterman & Stover Hardware, 190 W. Main St., Millheim What: A smaller collection of vendors from Millheim’s outdoor market are given space inside the local hardware store on Saturdays, when the weather turns cold. You’ll find in-season produce, meat and dairy products, along with wool products, maple syrup and more. Tip: Catch a local guest vendor selling wreaths and other greenery as the holidays approach.

SPRING/SUMMER/FALL MARKETS Downtown State College Outdoor Tuesday Market When: 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. May to November Where: Locust Lane (between College Ave. and Beaver Ave.) What: Local produce, beef, lamb, pork, chicken, dairy products, wines, flowers, baked goods, sauces, organic soaps and personal products, and more can be found each week in downtown State College. Don’t Miss: The fresh flowers and pretty plants that catch the eye of passersby are a weekly purchase for many. http://www.tuesday-farmersmarket.com/

Downtown State College Outdoor Friday Market When: 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. first Friday in May to last Friday before Thanksgiving Where: Locust Lane between College Ave. and Beaver Ave. What: About 20 vendors sell fresh pasta, bread, pastries, flowers, and all the usual produce, meats, cheeses and other products farmers market patrons have come to count on to keep their kitchens stocked. Tip: Parking in any of the municipal parking garages can be validated at the market. http://www.friday-farmersmarket.com/

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Experience Central Pennsylvania North Atherton Farmers Market When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays from May - Nov. Where: The Home Depot Parking Lot, North Atherton St. What: More than 30 vendors line the Home Depot parking lot on summer Saturdays with everything from salmon and trout to fresh produce, breads, and even in-season fruit (peaches, cherries, pears, apples, depending on what’s in season) from a farmer in Bloomsburg. Tip: Don’t miss the food trucks that bring grass-fed beef burgers, pulled pork sandwiches, hot dogs, ice cream and other goodies. http://www.nathertonmarket.com

Boalsburg Outdoor Farmers Market When: 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays from the beginning of May to the first week of November Where: Outdoors at the PA Military Museum parking lot (Routes 322/45 in Boalsburg). What: About 25 permanent vendors plus a smattering of guest vendors offer a wide variety of goods, from Alaskancaught salmon to homemade cakes and pies to all the in-demand, in-season produce you can think of. Tip: This market is the place to wet your whistle, whether you want to purchase locally made kombucha, sample a swallow from Seven Mountains Winery, buy something from Good Intent Cider, or purchase a growler from Elk Creek Café’s beer truck. No drinking allowed on-site, though. http://boalsburgfarmersmarket.com/

Millheim Farmers Market When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays from the beginning of May until the end of October Where: American Legion Pavilion, 112 Legion Lane in Spring Mills What: About a dozen vendors offer apples and apple products, maple syrup, honey, lamb, wool items, beef, cheese, pork, chicken, flowers, garlic, ginger, sauces and ketchup, plus tons of fresh veggies. Tip: Check out the Learning Garden for fresh herbs and to see gardening demonstrations. Once a month, vendors collaborate on a special theme or program to keep things interesting. https://www.facebook.com/OutdoorMillheimFarmersMarket15/

Bellefonte Farmers Market When: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays from early May through mid-November Where: Gamble Mill Parking Lot, 160 Dunlap St. and W. Lamb St. What: Locally grown veggies and fruit, farm-fresh eggs, cheese and meat, natural home products and delicious baked goods can be found each Saturday in Bellefonte. Tip: When summer slides into autumn, you can find pumpkins, mums and other fall staples here. https://www.facebook.com/Bellefonte-Farmers-Market-244701048977/

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ARTS & CULTURE

Photo Credit: Eisenhower Auditorium, University Park

: d e r u t l u C Well

THE AR T S TH R I VE I N

CENTRE COUNTY!

Centre County is known

for its lush farmlands and its world-class university, but this region also has an inspiring arts scene that rivals bigger cities across the Commonwealth. Each July, tens of thousands of artists and art lovers convene in downtown State College and the University Park campus for the annual Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, a five-day celebration of the arts that includes a juried sidewalk sale of goods by artists and craftsmen from across the country, live music on multiple stages, an Italian street painting festival, a giant sand sculpture and more. Just down the road from Arts Fest is the thriving People’s Choice Festival of Pennsylvania Arts in Boalsburg, which showcases the best of central Pennsylvania’s artists and artisans as well as food vendors, entertainment and family activities. There’s also the Bellefonte Arts & Crafts Fair in August, which boasts local art and hand-crafted items for sale in Bellefonte’s Victorian downtown district.

And if performance art is your thing, you won’t want to miss the Central PA Theatre and Dance Fest, which involves more than 20 companies performing at several venues around State College. There are also discussion panels, family-friendly activities, readings, workshops and more opportunities for those wanting to learn as well as be entertained. Apart from these annual calendar highlights, the arts are appreciated yearround here thanks to a variety of venues and production companies that inspire audiences all the time. The Palmer Museum of Art on Penn State’s University Park campus is home to more than 8,200 art objects in its 11 galleries, with nine rotating exhibitions and one sculpture garden — all with free admission. Art lovers can also catch continually changing exhibitions at the HUB-Robeson Galleries on campus as well as downtown’s Woskob Family Gallery, which specializes in world-class contemporary art. The Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania’s Lemont-

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ARTS & CULTURE

Photo Credit: Central PA Theatre and Dance Festival by Jenny Kelly

based Gallery Shop has two- and threedimensional art, gifts and crafts for sale, and its Art Alliance Gallery Downtown houses a small rotating exhibit of local artists’ work. And those traveling to Millheim should not miss the Green Drake Gallery & Arts Center for fine regional art and a welcoming arts community. The Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County is inside a historic 1810 house that has multiple galleries showcasing work from local artists. On the museum’s third floor, it has a permanent exhibit on the Underground Railroad, highlighting our region’s involvement with it. Those who love live performances give State College a standing ovation, as it is home to several talented companies and brings plenty of national acts to its stages as well. Look for noteworthy visiting artists and outstanding local productions brought to the stage by Penn State’s School of Theatre and its professional arm Penn State Centre Stage, FUSE Productions, Penn State’s Center for the Performing Arts, The Next Stage Theatre Company, Nittany Theatre at The Barn and Tempest Productions. Fans of classical music will find talented performances by The Pennsylvania Chamber

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Orchestra, Nittany Valley Symphony, the State College Choral Society and the Essence of Joy choirs both on and off campus. There are several state-of-the-art venues for live performances, from the stadium atmosphere of Bryce Jordan Center to the classically elegant experience of The State Theatre downtown and Schwab Auditorium and Eisenhower Auditorium on campus. There are also more intimate spaces like the Barn in Boalsburg and the Pavilion Theatre on campus, and a gorgeous outdoor setting for live music and festivals at the Tussey Mountain Amphitheatre. •

Nittany Antique Machinery Association, Inc. of Central PA www.nittanyantique.org 44th Annual Show at Penns Cave May 31, June 1 & 2, 2019 • September 5, 6, 7 & 8, 2019 Centre Hall, PA - 5 Miles East on Rt. 192 Hosting

Massey Harris, Massey Ferguson, Ferguson, and Wallace

814.360.4975 814.571.1025


ARTS & CULTURE ART ALLIANCE OF CENTRAL PA 818 Pike Street, Lemont, PA 16851-0811 814-234-2740 • www.artalliancepa.org

Non-profit arts organization: exhibits, classes for children and adults.

BELLEFONTE ART MUSEUM FOR CENTRE COUNTY (AD: 13; MAP: D5) 133 N Allegheny St., Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-355-4280 • www.bellefontemuseum.org

“Imagination Celebration!” Five galleries, art shows & more.

BRYCE JORDAN CENTER

Penn State University, 127 Bryce Jordan Center University Park, PA 16802 814-863-5500 direct • www.bjc.psu.edu

16,000 seat arena.Conferences, entertainment & sports events

CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS (PSU) (AD: 80; MAP: E5)

101 Eisenhower Auditorium, University Park, PA 16802 814-863-0255 • www.cpa.psu.edu

World-class symphonies, ballet, Broadway shows, Jazz, drama, dance.

CENTRAL PA 4TH FEST (AD: 7; MAP: E5) PO Box 11122, State College, PA 16805 814-466-6124 • www.4thfest.org

America’s and PA’s best all-volunteer fourth of July.

CENTRAL PA FESTIVAL OF ARTS (AD: 85; MAP: E5)

NITTANY ANTIQUE MACHINERY ASSOC., INC. (AD: 12; MAP: E5)

5 Miles East of Centre Hall on Penns Cave Grounds, Route 192, Centre Hall, PA 16828 814-364-9855 8 www.nittanyantique.org

Farm equipment, steam-powered machinery & flea market.

NITTANY THEATRE AT THE BARN

300 Old Boalsburg Road, P.O. Box 556 • Boalsburg, PA 16827 www.nittanytheatre.org Happy Valley’s ONLY Summer Stock Theatre!

NITTANY VALLEY SYMPHONY

270 Walker Drive, Suite 102E, State College, PA 16801 814-231-8224 • www.nvs.org

The Centre Region’s only full-sized community orchestra. More than 40 years of being “in concert with the community.”

PALMER MUSEUM OF ART (AD: 82; MAP: E5) Curtin Road, Penn State University University Park, PA 16802 814-865-7672 • www.palmermuseum.psu.edu

Dramatic and exciting describe the Palmer Museum of Art.

PENN STATE CENTRE STAGE (AD: 81; MAP: E5) 121 Theatre Building, University Park, PA 16802 814-863-0493 • theatre.psu.edu

Some of the greatest entertainment in the Alleghenies.

PEOPLE’S CHOICE FESTIVAL (AD: 92; MAP: E5)

Boalsburg • 814-692-8694 • peopleschoicefestival.com

403 S. Allen Street, Suite 205A, State College, PA 16801 814-237-3682 • www.arts-festival.com Downtown State Col. & on the PSU campus

CENTRE COUNTY GRANGE FAIR (AD: 64; MAP: E6) 169 Homan Lane, Centre Hall, PA 16828 814-364-9212 • www.grangefair.net

A city within a town, as campers “move into” the Grange Park

FESTIVAL OF TREES & CRAFT SHOW

CPI, 540 North Harrison Road, Pleasant Gap, PA 16823 814-238-8283 • www.ccunitedway.org/festival-trees

Over 100 decorated trees, entertainment, food & local crafts.

FIRST NIGHT STATE COLLEGE (AD: 85; MAP: E5) 403 S. Allen Street, Suite 205A, State College, PA 16801 814-237-3682 • www.firstnightstatecollege.com In State College 12/31-1/1 Family-Friendly, alcohol-free.

HUB-ROBESON ART GALLERIES (AD: 80; MAP: E5)

241 HUB-Robeson Center, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-2563 • studentaffairs.psu.edu/hub/artgalleries Contemporary visual art exhibits inclusive of all cultures.

MILLBROOK PLAYHOUSE

Country Club Lane, P.O. Box 161, Mill Hall, PA 17751 570-748-8083 • www.millbrookplayhouse.org

Clinton County’s only professional summer stock theater company. Presenting eight plays and musicals June-August.

MUSIC AT PENN’S WOODS (AD: 81; MAP: E5) Penn State School of Music 233 Music Building I, University Park, PA 16802 music.psu.edu/mpw

350 annual concerts plus a professional orchestra each June.

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ARTS & CULTURE PENNSYLVANIA CHAMBER ORCHESTRA 119 S. Fraser St., Ste. D, State College, PA 16801 814-234-8313 • www.centreorchestra.org Intimate Orchestra. Douglas Meyer, Music Director.

STATE COLLEGE CHORAL SOCIETY

TUSSEY MOUNTAIN ALL SEASONS

341 Bear Meadows Road, Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-6810 • www.tusseymountain.com

Ski, golf, batting cages, go-karts, concerts & more

WINTER CRAFT MARKET, CENTRAL PA GUILD OF CRAFTSMEN

P.O. Box 675, State College, PA 16804 814-404-9223 • www.scchoralsociety.org

Dedicated to presenting quality choral repertoire to the local community.

The Winter Craft Market, The Mount Nittany Middle School 656 Brandywine Dr., State College, PA 16801 814-238-9578 • wintercraftmarket.com First weekend in Dec. Juried local artists & craftsmen.

STATE COLLEGE COMMUNITY THEATRE, INC.

171 Technology Dr., Ste. 800, Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-234-7228 • www.scctonline.org

Enriching & Entertaining, Over 50 Yrs of Community Theatre

STATE THEATRE (THE) (AD: 85; MAP: E5)

130 W. College Avenue, State College, PA 16801 814-272-0606 8 thestatetheatre.org/

Centre County’s newest community performing arts center.

TASTE BUDS KITCHEN (AD: 14; MAP: E5) 331 Benner Pike, State College, PA 16801 814-238-1212 www.tastebudskitchen.com/statecollege

TBK hosts cooking events for kids, families, and adults.

TEMPEST PRODUCTIONS (AD: 15; MAP: D5) Bellefonte, PA 16823 866-248-5091 • www.tempestproductions.org

ARTS & CULTURE

Professional Theatre & Educational workshops since 1996.

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Photo Credit: Central PA 4th Fest, State College, by James Valent


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RESTAURANTS

C A N ’ T MISS

Breakfast S P O T S AND

Coffee Shops IN CENTRE

COUNTY!

When

it comes to yummy ways to start your day in State College, there are several breakfast options from a grab and go donut with coffee to an actual sit down breakfast or weekend buffet. Of course, there are tried-and-true chains like Perkins and Panera Bread that serve delicious breakfast fare and coffee treats daily. But State College and the surrounding areas have plenty of other, uniquely local, spots to satisfy your breakfast desires or get your day buzzin’ with a great cup o’ joe. Here are a few to try the next time you’re cravin’ bacon or need a caffeine fix, pronto. Sit Down and Dine The Original Waffle Shop – The breakfast selection is varied and the waffles, in particular, are outstanding. This place has been a favorite for generations, and with good reason. And while they only take cash at the Original Waffle Shop, there’s always an ATM in the front of the restaurant for those who forget and only carry plastic. The Garden at the Penn Stater Hotel Continental Breakfast Daily. Serving brunch only on Sunday. A lavish spread of breakfast and lunch entrées, chef carved top round

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of beef, Belgium Waffle Station, made to order omelets, gourmet salads & salad bar, international cheeses, fresh fruit display, homemade pâté, and our seafood bar with peel & eat shrimp, whole poached salmon, smoked salmon, as well as caviar and accompaniments. One complimentary Mimosa or glass of Champagne is offered after 10 a.m. for any guests age 21 or older. This also includes a decadent dessert buffet as well as juice, coffee and tea. Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Ale House - Serving Brunch only on Sunday, starting at 11am. Elk Creek Cafe - Brunch Saturday and Sunday. The Deli - Serving brunch Saturday and Sunday, 10am-2pm. Live music on Sunday from 12pm-2pm. Gigi’s Southern Table - Serving Brunch Saturday and Sunday from 11am-2pm. Barrel 21 Distillery - Serving Brunch only on Sunday from 9am-2pm. Known for their incredible Bloody Mary Bar. Menu rotates each week.


RESTAURANTS AMERICAN ALE HOUSE & GRILL (AD: 27,48; MAP: E5)

821 Cricklewood Drive, State College, PA 16803 814-237-9701 • www.americanalehouse.net

Nonsmoking Bar. Piano Bar “Where The Big Kids Play”

AU BON PAIN CAFE

110 Kern Graduate Building, The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA 16802 • 814-865-OTTO aubonpain.com/stores/penn-state-university

Made-to-order deli, soups, desserts & coffee favorites.

BABY’S BURGERS & SHAKES

131 S. Garner Street, State College, PA 16801 814-234-4776 • www.babysburgers.com

“Experience a real 1950’s diner! We serve hearty portions of all your favorites!!”

BAR BLEU Photo Credit: Duck Donuts, State College

114. S. Garner St., State College, PA 16801 814-237-0374 • dantesinc.com/locations/bar-bleu Sports Lounge & Liquor Bar.

BARREL 21 DISTILLERY & DINING The Field - Serves Breakfast Daily, also on Saturday and Sunday a BreakfastBuffet is available. Coffee Shops Café Lemont – Not only do they roast their coffee on-site, these folks also have the tea crowd covered with a selection of teas in addition to delicious baked goods, hot and cold coffee drinks, a different quiche every day, and more. Webster Cafe - Follow the aromas of freshly brewed organic, fair-trade and bird friendly coffees to a cafe where culture and coffee intersect. In addition to the host of coffees, over 90 varieties of teas are available as well. While enjoying their coffee or tea, guests can browse the collections of new and used books, vinyl, or gifts from local artisans.

2255 North Atherton St, State College, PA 16803 814-308-9522 • barrel21distillery.com

A menu celebrating our local resources culture & cuisine

BIG SPRING SPIRITS (AD: 52; MAP: E5) 198 Match Factory Place, Bldg 10 Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-353-4478 • www.bigspringspirits.com

BRADLEY’S CHEESESTEAKS & HOAGIES 119 South Pugh Street, State College, PA 16801 814-235-9800 • BradleysCheesesteaks.com

Authentic Cheesesteaks & Hoagies Tailgate Pkgs Pickup/Deliv

BROTHER’S PIZZA & PASTA

253 Benner Pike, State College, PA 16801 814-234-4200 www.brotherspizzaandpastastatecollege.com

Across from the Nittany Mall. Family owned since the 1960’s

BROTHERS PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT 239 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Centre Hall, PA 16828 814-364-9817 • www.brotherspizzacentrehall.com Family owned since the 1980’s. B.Y.O.B.

Donuts Duck Donuts – Nestled away in the corner of Martin Luther King Plaza at 125 South Fraser Street is a slice of the Outer Banks. Since March, the company has brought its rainbow of signature creations to State College, and is becoming one of the staples of the coffee and breakfast scene. Enjoy a hot made-toorder donut or one of the curated seasonal exclusives. •

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RESTAURANTS CAFE LAURA

104A Mateer Building, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-7441 • www.cafelaura.psu.edu

Grab & go breakfast, lunches, and specialty ‘Theme Dinners’

CAFE LEMONT

921 Pike St., Suite 103, Lemont, PA 16851 814-321-4337 • www.cafelemont.net

Coffee house & cafe at the light in Lemont. Free parking.

CHAMPS SPORTS GRILL (AD: 26,48; MAP: E5) 1611 N Atherton St. -or- 139 S. Allen Street, State College, PA 16803 814-234-7700 • champssportsgrill.net Large groups, sports teams, catering.

CHEN’S MONGOLIAN

1880 S. Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 814-861-6666 • www.chensstatecollege.com

Create your own Mongolian BBQ and watch as it’s prepared.

D.P. DOUGH

401 E. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-237-4747 • dpdough.com We Make the Best Calzone & Strombolis!

DELI RESTAURANT

113 Heister Street, State College, PA 16801 814-237-5710 • www.thedelirestaurant.com

Lunch - Brunch - Dinner - Late Nite. Outdoor Cafe’ & Z-Bar.

DINING ROOM AT NITTANY LION INN (AD: 82, BC; MAP: E5)

200 W. Park Ave., State College, PA 16803 814-865-8590 • www.pshs.psu.edu

Superb classic American cuisine. Breakfast, lunch & dinner.

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DOLCE VITA DESSERTS

2490 Commercial Blvd., State College, PA 16801 814-954-4960 • www.dvdesserts.com

Custom cakes, cookies, cupcakes, cannoli, gifts & more.

DUCK DONUTS STATE COLLEGE (AD: 69,84; MAP: E5)

125 South Fraser Street, State College, PA 16801 (570) 594-4442

Tucked away in the corner of Martin Luther King Plaza.

ELK CREEK CAFE & ALEWORKS

100 West Main Street, Millheim, PA 16854 814-349-8850 • www.elkcreekcafe.net

Local bistro brewpub providing fresh cuisine, ales & music.

FIELD BURGER & TAP (THE) (AD: 63,68; MAP: E5) One Country Club Lane, State College, PA 16803 814-234-8000 • www.toftrees.com/restaurant

This casual New Zealand-themed restaurant is the place for unique dining.

GARDENS RESTAURANT (THE) (AD: 82,BC; MAP: E5)

215 Innovation Blvd., State College, PA 16803 814-863-5090 • www.pshs.psu.edu/PennStater/psdine.asp

Superb continental cuisine with the freshest seafood and lavish buffets.

GIGI’S SOUTHERN TABLE (AD: 18; MAP: E5) 2080 Cato Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-861-3463 • www.gigisdining.com

Upscale metro feel, mid-price casual dining.2 mi to Downtown


RESTAURANTS Photo Credit: Gigi’s Southern Table, State College by Digital Works HAPPY VALLEY BREWING CO. (AD: 25,48; MAP: E5)

137 Elmwood, State College, PA 16801 814-234-4406 • www.happyvalleybeer.com Finest beer paired with rustic cuisine.

HARRISON’S WINE GRILL & CATERING 1221 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-237-4422 • www.harrisonsmenu.com

Local Favorite. Fresh, often local ingredients. Full bar.

HI-WAY PIZZA

Locations at 1688 North Atherton Street and 1301 West College Ave, State College, PA 16803 814-237-0375 • www.hiwaypizza.com

A 43 Year State College Tradition! Plus salads, pasta & more.

HOME D PIZZERIA/ROBIN HOOD BREWING CO.

1796 Zion Rd., Bellefonte (brew site) -or1820 S. Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 814-237-7777 • homedpizzeria.com

Casual,sports-oriented restaurant & brew pub. Varied menu.

HUBLERSBURG INN & RESTAURANT 449 Hublersburg Rd., Howard, PA 16841 814-383-2616 • www.hublersburginn.com

Casual dining, cozy pub - in the heart of Amish country.

INFERNO BRICK OVEN & BAR

340 E. College Avenue (Corner of E. College & Hiester) State College, PA 16801 814-237-5718 • infernobrickovenbar.com Contemporary Neapolitan brick oven experience

JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS

128 South Allen St., State College, PA 16801 814-954-7591 www.jerseymikes.com/8007/State-College-PA

Fresh sliced submarine style sandwiches & cheesesteaks.

KIMCHI KOREAN RESTAURANT (AD: 17; MAP: E5) 1100 North Atherton St., State College, PA 16803 814-237-2096 • www.kimchistatecollege.com

Authentic Korean Cuisine, near PSU, try something different!

LEGENDS PUB, PENN STATER (AD: 60,BC; MAP: E5)

Pennsylvania State Research Park State College, PA 16803 814-863-5080 • www.pshs.psu.edu Relaxing lighter fare.

LIBERTY CRAFT HOUSE

346 East College Avenue, State College, PA 16801 814-954-4923 • www.libertycrafthouse.com

Drink & foodstuff - properly cared for & skillfully prepared

LOCAL WHISKEY (AD: 25; MAP: E5)

107 East Beaver Avenue, State College, PA 16801 814-272-6831 • www.localwhiskeybar.com

Over 200 different whiskies featuring Irish,Scotch,& bourbon

ORIGINAL WAFFLE SHOP

1610 W. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-235-1816 • originalwaffleshop.com

Experience the ORIGINAL! A State College/Penn State breakfast/lunch tradition since 1972.

OTTO’S PUB & BREWERY

2235 N. Atherton St., State College, PA 16803 814-867-OTTO(6886) • www.ottospubandbrewery.com

Locally owned microbrewery/restaurant offering ales & lagers; smoke-free.

P.J. HARRIGAN’S, RAMADA CONFERENCE CENTER (AD: IFC,71; MAP: E5) 1450 S. Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 814-235-3009 • www.pjharrigans.com Full-service restaurant.

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RESTAURANTS PANERA BREAD

148 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801 814-867-8883 • www.panerabread.com

Offering fresh bakery products, sandwiches, salads, & soups.

PENN STATE HUB DINING

HUB/Robeson Center on Campus University Park, PA 16802 814-865-7623 • www.hubdining.psu.edu

Nine newly renovated shops featuring a variety of cuisines on PSU campus.

PERKINS RESTAURANT (AD: 96; MAP: E5) 525 Benner Pike, State College, PA 16801 814-237-0307 • www.perkinsrestaurant.com In-house bakery. Children’s/Senior’s menu.

PHYRST (AD: 25,49; MAP: E5)

111 E. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-238-1406 • www.phyrst.com

Basement bar with a dedication to local music scene

QUAKER STEAK & LUBE (AD: 96; MAP: E5) 501 Benner Pike, State College, PA 16801 814-237-5823 (LUBE) • www.quakersteak.com The most DELICIOUS attraction you must visit!

SWEET TOOTH BAKERY

120 Miller Alley, State College, PA 16801 814-238-8835 • www.sweettoothbakery.com

PSU logo sweets, baskets, balloon, bouquets - Delivery.

TAILGATE SPORTS BAR & GRILL

1031 E College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-880-9740 • www.tailgatesportsgrill.com

TARRAGON, ATHERTON HOTEL

125 S. Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 814-231-2100 • athertonhotel.net/dining-entertainment Casual elegance at affordable prices.

TAVERN RESTAURANT (THE)

220 E. College Ave., PO Box 10846 State College, PA 16805 814-238-6116 • www.thetavern.com

Voted best restaurant. Full bar service. Serving dinner daily.

UNIVERSITY WINE COMPANY

Tasting Room at The Greek Restaurant 102 E Clinton Ave., State College, PA 16803 814-325-0070 • www.universitywineco.com/

Visit our tasting room & wine bar inside The GreekRestaurant.

THE VIEW, MOUNTAIN VIEW COUNTRY CLUB

310 Elks Club Rd. • Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-7231 • mtviewcountryclub.com

WEBSTER’S BOOKSTORE CAFE (AD: 85; MAP: E5) 133 E. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-272-1410 • www.webstersbooksandcafe.com

fair-trade, organic coffees as well as quality local foods

WHISKERS AT NITTANY LION INN (AD: 82, BC; MAP: E5)

200 W. Park Ave., State College, PA 16803 814-865-8580 • www.pennstatehotels.com

Casual dining featuring soups, salads, sandwiches and University ice cream. Full bar.

Sports grill/large groups/buses/parking/close to stadium

RESTAURANTS

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State College

is a playground for a variety of tastes and lifestyles. Whether you like outdoor activities, retail therapy or intellectual pursuits, this area is ripe with opportunities each and every day. But nighttime is the right time to experience a whole other side of State College – and we don’t just mean the pitcher specials of downtown’s many bars. If you want to play games …. Those who like to shoot pool, play video games or throw darts can find plenty of fun in the basement of Champs Downtown (139 S. Allen St.), where a spacious bar is just steps away from all the action If you want to see live music…. See what’s playing at the following venues: Bryce Jordan Center, The State Theatre, Tussey Mountain Amphitheatre to make sure you’re not missing out on a national act or nationally known cover band. Live bands are given great play at the Phyrst.

If you want to see a show …. If you’re into plays and performances, you’re in the right town. Check the calendars for these venues to see what’s playing: Schwab Auditorium is a 900-seat auditorium on campus that hosts the Center for the Performing Arts’ jazz concerts and chamber music events. The State Theatre holds several theatre and performance groups in addition to bringing in national musical acts and other special events. Eisenhower Auditorium, with a seating capacity of 2,500, is Penn State’s primary theatrical performance space. Penn State Downtown Theatre Center is home for Penn State’s School of Theatre. If you want a local beer … Breweries abound in our area. The newest on the block is Happy Valley Brewing Company, housed in a 200-year-old barn that’s been converted into a two-level restaurant and bar. Otto’s Pub & Brewery on the north end of town consistently ranks among the best restaurants and brew pubs

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AFTER DARK in the region by local voters. Robin Hood Brewing Co. is based in Bellefonte but their beer is served at Home D Pizzeria in State College. And for a hoppy treat a bit farther off the beaten path, try Elk Creek Café + Aleworks in Millheim for their craft brews and locally sourced food. If you want to explore a bit … From the giant illuminated Nittany Lion symbols atop Beaver Stadium to the majestic way the columns of Old Main look in the moonlight, strolling through campus at night is a fun way to see the university in a whole new way. Did you know the Nittany Lion shrine lights up blue and white at night? If you haven’t snapped an after-dark selfie at the shrine, it’s a must for alums and visitors. If you want a creative cocktail …. There are two distilleries in the area: Barrel 21 Distillery & Dining on the north end of State College offers craft cocktails using its own selection of spirits made on-site. In Bellefonte, Big Spring Spirits has earned an impressive reputation for its menu of artisanal cocktails and informative tasting room flights. Plenty of creative cocktails can be found elsewhere in town, including at Local Whiskey

on Beaver Avenue, and Gigi’s Southern Table a little west of downtown. And don’t miss the spiked milkshakes, made with Berkey Creamery ice cream, at the Field Burger & Tap in Toftrees. If you want a sweet treat… Did you know Berkey Creamery is open until 10 p.m. seven days a week? That’s as good a reason as any to indulge in one of their giant cones by the light of the moon. For a more traditional dessert, the Deli never disappoints with its daily offerings of pies, cakes, and cheesecakes, but we suggest the Killer Cookie for Two! If you want to watch the game … Sports fans in State College are never far from a decent option to catch scores, highlights and the biggest games of the night. Both Champs locations – one on North Atherton, the other downtown – have an impressive amount of TVs and adequate seating. East of downtown, try Quaker Steak & Lube for the big game (and a basket of wings). And the new Hi Way Pizza Pub location on West College Avenue is a solid spot for sports fans on the west side. •

Amusement Parks / Caves / Wineries / & More

AFTER DARK

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AMERICAN ALE HOUSE & GRILL (AD: 27,48; MAP: E5)

821 Cricklewood Drive, State College, PA 16803 814-237-9701 • www.americanalehouse.net

Nonsmoking Bar. Piano Bar “Where The Big Kids Play”

BAR BLEU

114. S. Garner St., State College, PA, 16801 814-237-0374 • dantesinc.com/locations/bar-bleu Sports Lounge & Liquor Bar.

BARREL 21 DISTILLERY & DINING

2255 North Atherton St., State College, PA 16803 814-308-9522 • barrel21distillery.com

A menu celebrating our local resources culture & cuisine

BIG SPRING SPIRITS

198 Match Factory Place, Bldg 10 Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-353-4478 • www.bigspringspirits.com

CHAMPS SPORTS GRILL (AD: 26,48; MAP: E5) 1611 N Atherton St. -or- 139 S. Allen Street State College, PA 16803 814-234-7700 • champssportsgrill.net Large groups, sports teams, catering.

DINING ROOM AT NITTANY LION INN (AD: 60,BC; MAP: E5)

200 W. Park Ave., State College, PA 16803 814-865-8590 • www.pshs.psu.edu

Superb classic American cuisine. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

ELK CREEK CAFE & ALEWORKS

100 West Main Street, Millheim, PA 16854 814-349-8850 ª www.elkcreekcafe.net

Local bistro brewpub providing fresh cuisine, ales & music.

GIGI’S SOUTHERN TABLE (AD: 18; MAP: E5) 2080 Cato Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-861-3463 •www.gigisdining.com

Upscale metro feel, mid-price casual dining. Two miles to Downtown.

HAPPY VALLEY BREWING CO. (AD: 25,48; MAP: E5)

137 Elmwood, State College, PA 16801 814-234-4406 • www.happyvalleybeer.com Finest beer paired with rustic cuisine.

HARRISON’S WINE GRILL & CATERING 1221 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-237-4422 • www.harrisonsmenu.com

Local Favorite. Fresh, often local ingredients. Full bar.

HOME D PIZZERIA/ROBIN HOOD BREWING CO.

1796 Zion Rd., Bellefonte (brew site) -or1820 S. Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 814-237-7777 • homedpizzeria.com

Casual,sports-oriented restaurant & brew pub. Varied menu.

INFERNO BRICK OVEN & BAR

340 E. College Avenue (Corner of E. College & Hiester) State College, PA 16801 814-237-5718 • infernobrickovenbar.com Contemporary Neapolitan brick oven experience

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LEGENDS PUB, PENN STATER (AD: 60,BC; MAP: E5)

Pennsylvania State Research Park State College, PA 16803 814-863-5080 • www.pshs.psu.edu Relaxing lighter fare.

LETTERMANS SPORTS GRILL

1031 E College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-237-6300 • www.lettermans.net

Sports grill/large groups/buses/parking/close to stadium

LIBERTY CRAFT HOUSE

346 East College Avenue, State College, PA 16801 814-954-4923 • www.libertycrafthouse.com

Drink & foodstuff - properly cared for & skillfully prepared

LOCAL WHISKEY (AD: 25; MAP: E5)

107 East Beaver Avenue, State College, PA 16801 814-272-6831 • www.localwhiskeybar.com

Over 200 different whiskies featuring Irish,Scotch,& bourbon

OTTO’S PUB & BREWERY

2235 N. Atherton St., State College, PA 16803 814-867-OTTO(6886) • www.ottospubandbrewery.com

1611 N. Atherton Street

814.234.7700 139 S. Allen Street

814.238.1110

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Locally owned microbrewery/restaurant offering ales & lagers; smoke-free.

P.J. HARRIGAN’S, RAMADA CONFERENCE CENTER (AD: IFC,71; MAP: E5) 1450 S. Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 814-235-3009 • www.pjharrigans.com Full-service restaurant.

PHYRST (AD: 25,48; MAP: E5)

111 E. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-238-1406 • www.phyrst.com

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TARRAGON, ATHERTON HOTEL

125 S. Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 814-231-2100 • athertonhotel.net/dining-entertainment Casual elegance at affordable prices.

TAVERN RESTAURANT (THE)

220 E. College Ave., PO Box 10846 State College, PA 16805 814-238-6116 • www.thetavern.com

Voted best restaurant. Full bar service. Serving dinner daily.

THE FIELD BURGER & TAP (AD: 63,68; MAP: E5) One Country Club Lane, State College, PA 16803 814-234-8000 • www.toftrees.com/restaurant

This casual New Zealand themed restaurant is the place for unique dining.

THE GARDENS RESTAURANT (AD: 60,BC; MAP: E5)

215 Innovation Blvd., State College, PA 16803 814-863-5090 www.pshs.psu.edu/PennStater/psdine.asp

Superb continental cuisine with the freshest seafood and lavish buffets.

UNIVERSITY WINE COMPANY

Tasting Room at The Greek Restaurant 102 E Clinton State College, Street PA 16803 1611 N.Ave., Atherton 814-325-0070 • www.universitywineco.com

814.234.7700

Visit our tasting room & wine bar inside The GreekRestaurant

WHISKERS AT NITTANY LION INN

S. Allen Street 200 W.139 Park Ave., State College, PA 16803 814-865-8580 • www.pennstatehotels.com

(AD: 60,BC; MAP: E5)

814.238.1110

Casual dining featuring soups, salads, sandwiches and University ice cream. Full bar.

www.champssportsgrill.net

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WH ERE T O Stay! Hotels, Motels & Inns

COUNTRY INN & SUITES (AD: 30; MAP: E5)

1357 E. College Ave., State College, PA 814-234-6000 • www.countryinns.com/state-collegehotel-pa-16801/pastate

ATHERTON HOTEL

125 S. Atherton Street, State College PA 814-231-2100 • www.athertonhotel.net

BEST WESTERN PLUS UNIVERSITY PARK INN & SUITES (AD: 31; MAP: E5) 115 Premiere Drive, State College, PA 814-234-8393 • www.nittanyhotel.com

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT STATE COLLEGE (AD: 30; MAP: E5)

1730 University Dr., State College, PA 814-238-1881 • www.marriott.com/scecy

DAYS INN - PENN STATE (AD: IBC; MAP: E5)

240 S. Pugh St., State College, PA 814-238-8454 • www.lioncountrylodging.com/daysinn

CARNEGIE INN & SPA (AD: 18, IBC; MAP: E5) 100 Cricklewood Dr., State College, PA 814-234-2424 • www.carnegieinnandspa.com

ECONO LODGE COMFORT SUITES (AD: 32; MAP: E5)

132 Village Drive, State College, PA 814-235-1900 • www.choicehotels.com/pennsylvania/ state-college/comfort-suites-hotels/pa276?source=lb

3482 Benner Pike, Bellefonte, PA 814-355-5561 • www.econolodge.com/hotel/PA601

LEGEND OF AMENITIES - HOTELS, MOTELS & INNS

- Smoke Free Rooms

- Handicap Accessible

- Complimentary Breakfast

- Indoor Pool

- Airport Shuttle Service

- Restaurant/Bar

- Outdoor Pool

- Free Wifi

- Pet Permitted

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HARBOR INN (AD: 38; MAP: E5)

810 North Front St., Philipsburg, PA 814-342-0250

HARMONY FORGE INN & EVENT CENTRE (AD: 52; MAP: D5)

312 Harmony Forge Road West, Bellefonte, PA 814-280-6021 • www.harmonyforgeinn.com

HILTON GARDEN INN (AD: IBC; MAP: E5)

1221 E. College Ave., State College, PA 814-272-1221 www.statecollege.hgi.com

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS AT WILLIAMSBURG SQUARE (AD: 34; MAP: E5)

1925 Waddle Road, State College, PA 814-867-1800 www.visitstatecollegenow.com

HYATT PLACE STATE COLLEGE (AD: 39; MAP: E5) 219 West Beaver Avenue, State College PA statecollege.place.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html

Photo Credit: Days Inn, State College IMPERIAL MOTOR INN

118 S. Atherton St., State College, PA • 814-237-7686

FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES STATE COLLEGE (AD: 34; MAP: E5)

2215 North Atherton St., State College, PA 84-238-3871 • www.visitstatecollegenow.com

MARRIOTT SPRINGHILL SUITES (AD: 34; MAP: E5)

1935 Waddle Rd., State College, PA • 814-867-1807 www.photowebusa.com/springhill/statecollege/

HAMPTON INN - ALTOONA

180 Charlotte Drive, Altoona, PA 814-941-3500 • www.hamptoninnaltoona.com

NATURE INN AT BALD EAGLE

Bald Eagle State Park 201 Warbler Way, Howard, PA 814-625-2879 • www.natureinnatbaldeagle.com

HAMPTON INN - STATE COLLEGE (AD: 37; MAP: E5)

1101 E. College Ave., State College, PA 814-231-1590 • www.statecollegepa.hamptoninn.com

HAMPTON INN & SUITES AT WILLIAMSBURG SQUARE (AD: 34; MAP: E5)

1955 Waddle Road, State College, PA 814-231-1899 www.visitstatecollegenow.com

NITTANY BUDGET MOTEL (AD: IBC; MAP: E5) 2070 Cato Avenue, State College, PA 814-238-0015• www.lioncountrylodging.com

NITTANY LION INN

200 W. Park Ave., State College, PA 814-865-8500 • www.pennstatehotels.com

- Fitness Center

- Social Gathering Space

- Business Center

- Credit Cards

- Meeting/Event Facilities

- Free Parking

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RODEWAY INN

1040 N. Atherton St., State College, PA 814-238-6783 • www.rodewayinn.com/hotel/pa201

PENN STATER CONFERENCE CENTER HOTEL (AD: 82,IBC; MAP: E5)

215 Innovation Blvd, State College, PA 814-863-5000 • www.pennstatehotels.com

SLEEP INN (AD: 32; MAP: E5)

111 Village Drive, State College, PA 814-235-1020 • www.choicehotels.com/pa421

QUALITY INN (AD: IBC; MAP: E5)

1274 N. Atherton St., State College, PA • 814-234-1600 www.lioncountrylodging.com/qualityinn/

STEVENS MOTEL

1275 N. Atherton St., State College, PA 814-238-2438 • www.thestevensmotel.com

QUALITY INN - MILESBURG

971 N. Eagle Valley Rd. (Exit 158), Milesburg, PA 814-355-7521 • www.choicehotels.com/pa660

SUPER 8 - STATE COLLEGE INN (AD: IBC; MAP: E5)

1663 S. Atherton St., State College, PA 814-237-8005 • www.lioncountrylodging.com/super8

RAMADA CONFERENCE & GOLF HOTEL (AD: IFC,71; MAP: E5)

1450 S. Atherton St., State College, PA 814-238-3001 • www.ramadasc.com

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT STATE COLLEGE (AD: 30; MAP: E5)

1555 University Drive, State College, PA 814-235-6960 • www.residenceinnstatecollege.com

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TOFTREES GOLF RESORT (AD: 63,68; MAP: E5) One Country Club Lane, State College, PA 814-234-8000 • www.toftrees.com

WYNDHAM GARDEN (AD: 71, IFC; MAP: E5) 310 Elks Club Rd., Boalsburg, PA 814-466-2255 8 wyngardenstatecollege.com


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WHERE TO STAY

Lodges & Vacation Rentals AIKENS CABINS AT BEAR MEADOWS

BLACK MOSHANNON LODGE

5662 Black Moshannon Rd., Philipsburg, PA 814-592-8859 • www.blackmoshannonlodge.com

(AD: 33,71; MAP: E5)

400 Bear Meadows Road, Boalsburg, PA 814-466-9299 • www.aikenscabins.com

FACILITIES

BEAR MOUNTAIN LODGE (AD: 33,71; MAP: E5)

DELANEY HOUSE

248 Custred Lane., Port Matilda, PA 814-360-8308 • www.thedelaneyhouse.com

8010 U.S. Route 6, Wellsboro, PA 570-724-2428 • www.bearmountainbb.com

FACILITIES

FACILITIES

GATEWAY LODGE

BEAR’S PAW LODGE

14870 Rt. 36, Cooksburg, PA 814-744-8017 • www.gatewaylodge.com

7465 Camp Peters Drive, Huntingdon, PA 814-466-7539 • www.bearspawlodge.co

FACILITIES FACILITIES

LEGEND OF AMENITIES - LODGES & VACATION RENTALS

- Handicap Accessible

- Air Conditioning

- TV/Cable

- Furnished Kitchen

- Jacuzzi/Hot Tub

- Pets Permiteed

- Free Wifi

- Credit Cards

- Smoke Free Rooms FACILITIES

- Smoke Free Facilities - Free Parking

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WHERE TO STAY GODSPEED EVENT CENTER & LODGING 7897 South Eagle Valley Road, Port Matilda, PA 814-554-0024 • www.godspeedhostel.com

MOUNTAIN GETAWAY

1464 East Mountain Road 814-574-4571 • www.airbnb.com/rooms/16866271

FACILITIES

FACILITIES

GUESTHOUSE AT LONGMEADOW

21 Longmeadow Lane, Loganton, PA 570-725-2603 • www.theguesthouseatlongmeadow.com

PURPLE GATE GUESTHOUSE

2453 Tyrone St., Tyrone, PA 814-684-7806 • www.purplegateguesthouse.com FACILITIES

FACILITIES

HAPPY VALLEY RETREATS.COM

STATECATIONS

162 Scenery Ct., State College, PA 814-883-6734 • www.happyvalleyretreats.com

see our website for locations, Centre County, PA 800-262-2655 • www.statecations.com

ONLINE RESERVATION SITE HOMEWATERS CLUB

THE MARTHA FURNACE HOUSE

5531 Riverside Dr., Spruce Creek, PA 814-686-6214 • www.homewatersclub.com

6982 South Eagle Valley Road, Port Matilda, PA 814-231-2100 • www.themarthafurnacehouse.com FACILITIES

INGLEBY LODGE

YELLOW HOUSE (THE)

275 Ingleby Road, Woodward, PA 814-360-5145 • Www.inglebylodge.com

116 Pine Hall Court, State College, PA • 814-571-5887 www.statecollege.com/clients/yellowhouse/#img

FACILITIES FACILITIES

MOORE MOUNTAIN VIEW FARM

251 S. Mountain Road, Port Matilda, PA 215-362-0788 • www.mooremountainviewfarm.com

LEGEND OF AMENITIES - LODGES & VACATION RENTALS

- Handicap Accessible

- Air Conditioning

- TV/Cable

- Furnished Kitchen

- Smoke Free Rooms - Smoke Free Facilities FACILITIES

- Jacuzzi/Hot Tub

- Pets Permiteed

- Free Wifi

- Credit Cards

- Free Parking

WHERE TO STAY

Photo Credit: Godspeed Event Center & Lodging, Port Matilda, PA

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WHERE TO STAY

Bed & Breakfasts 131 MAIN STREET (AD: 33,71; MAP: E5)

LEAD HORSE BED & BREAKFAST

131 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA 570-724-2428 • www.131mainstreet.com

Penns Valley Road, Spring Mills, PA 814-422-8783 • wwwleadhorseinn.com

FACILITIES

FACILITIES

BED & BREAKFAST AT ROCK GARDEN

LIMESTONE INN BED & BREAKFAST

176 Brush Valley Rd. , Boalsburg, PA 814-466- 6100 • www.therockgardenbandb.com

490 Meckley Road, State College, PA 814-280-6433 • www.limstoneinn.com

FACILITIES

EARLYSTOWN MANOR BED & BREAKFAST Earlystown Rd., Route 45, Centre Hall PA 814-466-6481 • www.earlystownmanor.com

MCBURNEY MANOR BED & BREAKFAST corner of Rt. 305 and Rt. 26, McAlevys Fort, PA 814-667-3622 • www.mcburneymanor.com

FACILITIES

FACILITIES

GAGE MANSION BED & BREAKFAST (THE) 317 Penn Street, Huntingdon, PA 814-599-2803 • www.gagemansion.com

MCCAFFERTY HOUSE B&B (AD: 52; MAP: D5) 441 N. Spring St., Bellefonte, PA 814-355-9458 • www.mccaffertyhouse.com

FACILITIES

FACILITIES

HIDDEN RIDGE B&B

1624 W. Gateburg Rd., Warriors Mark, PA 814-692-7858 • www.hiddenridgebnb.com

OUR FAIR LADY (AD: 52; MAP: D5)

313 E. Linn St., Bellefonte, PA 814-355-1117 • www.ourfairladybnb.com FACILITIES

HUBLERSBURG INN & RESTAURANT 449 Hublersburg Rd., Howard, PA 814-383-2616 • www.hublersburginn.com

QUEEN, A VICTORIAN B&B (THE) (AD: 52; MAP: D5)

176 Linn St., Bellefonte, PA 814-355-7946 • www.thequeenbnb.com

FACILITIES

FACILITIES

HUDSON HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST South Nixon Road, State College, PA 814-238-2500 • www.hudsonhousebnb.com

REYNOLDS MANSION (AD: 52; MAP: D5)

101 W. Linn St., Bellefonte, PA 814-355-8407 • www.reynoldsmansion.com

FACILITIES

FACILITIES

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RIFFLES & RUNS B&B

Standing Stone Road, Huntingdon, PA 814-643-3035 • www.solvang.com

217 N. Spring St., Bellefonte, PA 814-353-8109 • www.rifflesandruns.com

FACILITIES

FACILITIES

LEGEND OF AMENITIES - BED & BREAKFASTS

- Handicap Accessible

- Family Friendly

- Free Wifi

- Jacuzzi/Hot Tub

- Smoke Free Rooms - Smoke Free Facilities FACILITIES

- Full Breakfast

- Private Bath

- Airport Shuttle Service

- Pets Permitted

- Credit Cards

- Free Parking

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SHIELDS HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST 139 Rex Lane., Pleasant Gap, PA 814-404-8928 • www.shieldshousebnb.com FACILITIES

SPRINGFIELD HOUSE

126 E. Main St., Boalsburg, PA 814-466-6290 • www.springfieldhouse.com FACILITIES

THREE PORCHES BED & BREAKFAST 161 E. Main Street, Millheim, PA 814-349-7275 • www.threeporches.com FACILITIES

WETLANDS BED & BREAKFAST

104 Neff Rd., Howard, PA 814-355-9850 • www.wetlandsbedandbreakfast.com FACILITIES

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WHERE TO STAY

Campgrounds BALD EAGLE STATE PARK

149 Main Park Road, Howard 814-625-2775 • www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks 35

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$15 BELLEFONTE/STATE COLLEGE KOA CAMPGROUND 2481 Jacksonville Rd., Bellefonte 814-355-7912 • www.bellefontekoa.com 15

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$30 BLACK MOSHANNON STATE PARK 4216 Beaver Rd., Philipsburg 814-342-5960 • www.dcnr.state.pa.us 75

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$19 CENTRE COUNTY GRANGE FAIR/ GRANGE PARK (AD: 64; MAP: E6) 169 Homan Lane, Centre Hall, PA 814-364-9212 • www.grangefair.net 1000

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$30 GRAM & PAP’S FORT BELLEFONTE CAMPGROUND (AD: 37; MAP: D5)

2023 Jacksonville Rd., Rt. 26, Bellefonte 814-355-9820 • www.gramandpapsftbellefonte.com 50

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HEMLOCK ACRES CAMPGROUND

128 Hemlock Drive, Coburn 814-349-5955 • www.hemlockacrescampground.com 10

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$20 KEARNS CAMPGROUND

137 Kearns Rd., Spring Mills, PA 814-364-1339 • www.kearnscampground.com 10

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$24 SEVEN MOUNTAINS CAMPGROUND

101 Seven Mountains Campground Rd., Spring Mills 814-364-1910 • www.sevenmountainscampground.com 10

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$47 WOODWARD CAVE & CAMPGROUND (AD: 64; MAP: D5)

148 Woodward Cave Dr., Rte 45, Woodward 814-349-9800 • www.woodwardcave.com 50

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TH I N G S to do!

Photo Credit: Discovery Space, State College

Tons of

families converge in State College for one main reason in the fall: Penn State football. But many alumni who are happy to be back in the valley for a few days bring with them something they didn’t have when they were Penn State students: kids! Hitting up Berkey Creamery and snapping pics at the Nittany Lion shrine are easy “Go-to’s” with your little Lions, but there’s plenty of other low-key family fun to be had in the area. If you’re looking for something else to see and explore while you’re in town, try one of these family-friendly sweet spots. Almost all of them are within a few miles of Beaver Stadium. Fun for Little Kids (Ages 2-5) Discovery Space: A children’s science center with a new, larger location on Atherton Street, there are even more 40 / www.visitpennstate.org

hands-on exhibits, programs, and events! It’s an inviting space where families can engage their senses and learn while they have fun. Millbrook Marsh Nature Center: Tucked at the bottom of the sloping hills where Penn Staters tailgate, this 62-acre nature preserve is a unique mix of wetlands, forest and meadow, with meandering creeks and boardwalks that make the flora and fauna easily accessible to all ages. And if you’re feeling adventurous, the Millbrook Marsh trails connect to the shared bike paths that lead to nearby Spring Creek Park. Fun For Middle Kids (Ages 6-9) The Arboretum at Penn State: “Beautiful,” “serene” and “relaxing” are routinely used to describe the gorgeous gardens on the north end of campus. But for kids, the piece de résistance is


the Children’s Gate Children’s Garden, which has lots of natural and manmade treasures to discover and learn about as you wander. Don’t miss the kaleidoscope flowerpots, the sandbox in a cave, or the giant caterpillar! Fun for Big Kids (Ages 10-14) Tussey Mountain Ski and Recreation: Tussey Mountain doesn’t need snow to be the headquarters for fun in State College. Between its 18-hole miniature golf course and its batting cages, skate park and go-kart track, a trip to Tussey will please kids of all ages. Or bring your poles (and get a license if any of your anglers are 18 and older) to do some catch-and-release fishing in their fully stocked pond. Penn State All-Sports Museum: Any young sports fan in your life will appreciate a trip to the All-Sports

Museum, which highlights the best and brightest of the university’s athletes, who’ve all done amazing things on and off the fields, courts and tracks of their playing days. From basketball to bowling, fencing to football, visitors young and old will gain an appreciation for the Penn State traditions of sportsmanship, excellence and success with honor. Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park: You can pick your pleasure here, with four different experiences available to adventurers. Take a boat tour of a water cavern, the only cave in Pennsylvania on the National Register of Historic Places; ride a bus through the park’s grazing pastures and mountain trails to see wildlife galore; wind your way through a 4,800-square-foot Miner’s Maze; or hop aboard a Jeep for some off-roading fun. •

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Attractions ARBORETUM AT PENN STATE (AD: 45,70; MAP: E5)

336 Forest Resources Building University Park, PA16802 814-865-9118 • www.arboretum.psu.edu

Gardens open dawn until dusk, free admission, weddings.

BIG VALLEY AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION (AD: 63)

P.O. Box 872, Belleville, PA 17004 (717) 250-3842 • www.visitbigvalley.com

Enjoy the scenic beauty, Amish culture, and specialty shops!

CLYDE PEELING’S REPTILAND

18628 US Route 15, Allenwood, PA 17810 570-538-1869 • www.reptiland.com

A specialized zoo featuring snakes, lizards, alligators, turtles and frogs.

DELGROSSO’S PARK & LAGUNA SPLASH WATER PARK (AD: 1; MAP: E5) Off I-99 Exit 45, 4352 East Pleasant Valley Blvd. Tipton, PA 16684 814-684-3538 •www.delgrossos.com

Home of Family Fun & Famous Food! Details on website.

DISCOVERY SPACE OF CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA (AD: 42; MAP: E5)

1224 North Atherton Street, State College, PA 16803 814-234-0200 • www.mydiscoveryspace.org

Science experiences which spark creativity and imagination.

GET AIR STATE COLLEGE

2252 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16802 814-954-5681 • www.getairstatecollege.com

Wall-to-wall trampolines, foam pits, ninja course and more!

GOOD INTENT CIDER

167 S. Potter St., Bellefonte, PA 16823 (717) 778-8171 • www.goodintentcider.com

A family-owned cidery located in Pennsylvania apple country.

HAPPY VALLEY MINIGOLF

1890 South Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 814-880-2531 • www.happyvalleyminigolf.com

18 hole mini golf course on the outskirts of State College.

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HAPPY VALLEY VINEYARD & WINERY (AD: 56,63; MAP: E5)

576 S. Foxpointe Drive, State College, PA 16801 814-308-8756 • www.thehappyvalleywinery.com wine with varietal character -tastings & events.

HERDIC (WILLIAMSPORT) TROLLEYS 810 Nichols Place, Williamsport, PA 17701 570-326-2500 • www.ridervt.com

Historic narrated trolley tours through Williamsport’s areas of interest, featuring Millionaire’s Row.

HIAWATHA PADDLEWHEELER

Susquehanna State Park, Reach Road exit off Rt. 220 Williamsport, PA 17701 800-248-9287 • www.ridehiawatha.com

Cruises available on the scenic Susquehanna River, May through October.

LINCOLN CAVERNS INC. & WHISPER ROCKS

7703 William Penn Highway U.S. Route 22, 3 miles west of Huntingdon, PA 814-643-0268 • www.lincolncaverns.com

Science, adventure & discovery are FUN! Educational programs, gift shop, campground, October Ghosts & Goblins Tours.

MOUNT NITTANY VINEYARD & WINERY (AD: 43; MAP: E6)

300 Houser Rd., Centre Hall, PA 16828 814-466-6373 • www.mtnittanywinery.com

Wine tasting, retail sales & wine-related events.

PENN STATE ALL-SPORTS MUSEUM (AD: 80; MAP: E5)

1 Beaver Stadium, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-0044 • www.gopsusports.com/museum

Photographs, memorabilia, artifacts & trophies of PSU Sports

PENN’S CAVE & WILDLIFE PARK (AD: 41; MAP: E6) 222 Penns Cave Rd., Centre Hall, PA 16828 814-364-1664 • www.pennscave.com

America’s only all-water cavern and wildlife park.


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RHONEYMEADE

177 Rimmey Road, Centre Hall, PA 16828 814-571-2401 • rhoneymeade.org

1794 Rhone homestead, Arboretum, gardens, sculptures, & trails.

SEVEN MOUNTAINS WINE CELLARS (AD: 44; MAP: E5)

324 Decker Valley Road, Spring Mills, PA 16875 814-364-1000 • www.sevenmountainswinecellars.com

Wide variety of wines. Guided tours. Barrel tasting in “the cave”.

SHADE MOUNTAIN WINERY & VINEYARDS (AD: 64; MAP: E5)

16140 Route 104, Middleburg, PA 17842 570-837-3644 • www.shademountainwinery.com

The tasting room is located in a restored 19th century bank barn overlooking 50 acres of vineyard.

THINGS TO DO

Photo Credit: Penn State Arboretum, State College

SHAVER’S CREEK ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER (AD: 82; MAP: E5) 3400 Discovery Rd., Petersburg, PA 16669 814-863-2000 • www.shaverscreek.org

12 miles south of State College off Rt. 26, in the Stone Valley Recreation area.

STATE COLLEGE SPIKES (AD: 78; MAP: E5) 112 Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, University Park, PA 16802 814-272-1711 • www.statecollegespikes.com

Class-A Minor League Affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.

VAMOS! LION CHARIOT

Penn State and State College, PA 814-404-2782 • www.vamoslion.com

Explore, tour & enjoy Happy Valley on eco-friendly pedicabs.

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Historical Attractions AMERICAN PHILATELIC SOCIETY (AD: 53; MAP: E5)

100 Match Factory Place, Bellefonte, PA 16823-1367 814-933-3803 • www.stamps.org

Stamp museum, library, & historic Post Office. Tour M-F 1-4 pm.

BELLEFONTE HISTORICAL RAILROAD (AD: 53; MAP: E5)

320 W. High Street, Train Station Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-355-1053 • www.bellefontetrain.org

Special excursions primarily during Autumn &Christmas time

BOALSBURG HERITAGE MUSEUM

304 E. Main Street, Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-3035 • www.boalsburgheritagemuseum.org

Historical displays, house tours, contemporary exhibitions

CENTRE COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY P.O. Box 1135, State College, PA 16804-1135 www.centrecountygenealogy.org

Central Penna. Genealogists offer seminars & publications.

CENTRE FURNACE MANSION HISTORIC SITE (AD: 47,72; MAP: E5) 1001 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-234-4779 • www.centrehistory.org

1791 iron furnace. 1826 restored mansion. PSU founding site.

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COLUMBUS CHAPEL & BOAL MANSION MUSEUM (AD: 65,72; MAP: E5) 163 Boal Estate Drive, Boalsburg, PA 16827-0116 814-876-0129 • www.boalmuseum.com

16th Century Spanish Chapel at Boal Mansion”Glorious!”BBCTV.

EAGLE IRON WORKS AT CURTIN VILLAGE 251 Curtin Village Rd., Howard, PA 16841 355-1982 • www.curtinvillage.com

Restored Early Iron Industry site: mansion, furnace, village

FORT ROBERDEAU HISTORIC SITE (AD: 47; MAP: E5)

Historic Sinking Valley, 383 Fort Roberdeau Road Altoona, PA 16601 814-946-0048 • www.fortroberdeau.org

Reconstructed 1778 “Lead Mine Fort”, daily tours, 230-acre park.

HERDIC (WILLIAMSPORT) TROLLEYS 810 Nichols Place, Williamsport, PA 17701 570-326-2500 • www.ridervt.com

Historic narrated Trolley Tours through Williamsport’s areas of interest, featuring Millionaire’s Row.


THINGS TO DO

Photo Credit: Pennsylvania Military Museum, Boalsburg HISTORIC BELLEFONTE INC. (AD: 53; MAP: E5) 320 W. High Street, Train Station, P.O. Box 14 Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-355-2917 • www.visitbellefonte.com

Dedicated to revitalization and preservation of Bellefonte’s Victorian heritage.

MIFFLINBURG BUGGY MUSEUM 598 Green St., Mifflinburg, PA 17844 570-966-1355 • www.buggymuseum.org

“Modern Visitor Center, only intact carriage factory, family home and showroom.”

PENNSYLVANIA MILITARY MUSEUM (AD: 65; MAP: E5)

602 Boalsburg Pike, P.O. Box 160A Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-6263 • www.pamilmuseum.org

Discover the areas connection to modern military history.

PIPER AVIATION MUSEUM (AD: 46; MAP: E5) One Piper Way, Lock Haven, PA 17745

570-748-8283 • www.pipermuseum.com

PASTO AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM (AD: 46; MAP: E5)

2710 West Pine Grove Road, Gate K Pennsylvania Furnace, PA 16865 814-863-1383 • agsci.psu.edu/pasto

Rare tools and technology from early agriculture and rural life.

PENNS VALLEY AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUM 244 W. Aaron Square, Aaronsburg, PA 16820 814-349-4811 • pennsvalleymuseum.org

Celebrating people & history of the Valleys of Penns& Brush

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THINGS TO DO

Shopping A BASKET FULL (AD: 65; MAP: E5)

121 E. Main Street, Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-7788 • www.basket-full.com

Gift shop & customized gift baskets. Vera Bradley retailer.

AARONSBURG POTTERY

200 W. Plum Street, P.O. Box 27 Aaronsburg, PA 16820 814-349-5982 • www.aaronsburgpottery.com

Fine stoneware, jewelry, weaving, wood/iron work, & more.

APPALACHIAN OUTDOORS

123 South Allen St., State College, PA 16801 814-234-3000 • www.appoutdoors.com

Sports/outerwear, footwear, camping, snowsports & ski shop.

BICYCLE SHOP, INC. (THE)

441 W. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-238-9422 • www.thebicycleshopinc.com Retail bike sales, bike repairs & bike rentals.

CAPPERELLA FURNITURE

660 Pleasant View Blvd., Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-355-4857 • www.capperella.com

Home furnishings, bedding, flooring & interior design.

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CHRISTIAN SCIENCE READING ROOM & BOOKSTORE (AD: 54; MAP: E5) 617 E. Hamilton Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-234-2194 • www.CSRRBooks.com

Bibles, Spiritual Books and Magazines, Children’s Books

CONKLIN’S CORNER ANTIQUE & GIFT BARN (AD: 54; MAP: E5)

670 Tyrone Pike, Philipsburg, PA 16866 814-342-0650 • www.conklinscornerbarn.com

Huge country gift shop, antique co-op, coins & currency.

CORVETTE AMERICA (AD: 63; MAP: E5)

100 Classic Car Drive, Reedsville, PA 17084

Corvette interiors, parts, wheels & accessories —all years!

DESIGNER’S STUDIO

107 Designers Drive, Centre Hall, PA 16828 814-364-9220 • www.designerstudio.com

DOWNTOWN STATE COLLEGE IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (AD: 84,85; MAP: E5) 127 S. Fraser St., State College, PA 16801 814-238-7004 • www.downtownstatecollege.com

Welcome to Downtown State College - the place to be!


THINGS TO DO

Photo Credit: Way Fruit Farm, Port Matilda FAMILY CLOTHESLINE

352 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-237-1946 • www.pennstateclothes.com Source for all Penn State needs, PSU, Nike.

FASTA & RAVIOLI COMPANY

129 South Fraser Street, State College, PA 16801 814-359-3344 • fasta-co.com

Locally made pasta, ravioli, and sauces- fast and fresh!

FOX HILL GARDENS NURSERY & DISPLAY GARDENS 1035 Fox Hill Rd., State College, PA 16803 814-237-9087

Garden center/nursery specializing in native & shade plants (perennials, trees, shrubs); landscaping division.

GALLERY SHOP (AD: 57; MAP: E5)

824 Pike St., PO Box 973, Lemont, PA 16851 814-867-0442 • www.gallery-shop.com

Original work representing more than 50 Central Pa’s artists

GOOD INTENT CIDER

167 S. Potter St., Bellefonte, PA 16823 717-778-8171 • www.goodintentcider.com

A family-owned cidery located in Pennsylvania apple country.

HAPPY VALLEY VINEYARD & WINERY (AD: 56,63; MAP: E5)

576 S. Foxpointe Drive, State College, PA 16801 814-308-8756 • www.thehappyvalleywinery.com wine with varietal character -tastings & events.

HOME REFLECTIONS

236 E. Calder Way, State College, PA 16801 814-234-1620 • www.collegiateglassandgifts.com/ home-reflections

Largest Vera Bradley Retailer in area-Jewelry-PSU Gifts-more.

I-99 ANTIQUES

1222 Pennsylvania Avenue, Tyrone, PA 16686 814-684-5088

A unique gallery featuring quality antiques & collectibles.

JEZEBEL’S BOUTIQUE

355 Colonnade Blvd., Suite A State College, PA 16803 814-272-7967 • www.jezebelslingerie.com Bra Fitting, Sleepwear, Shapewear, Daywear

KITCHEN KABOODLE

104 W. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-237-8052 • www.kitchenkaboodlepa.com

Best kitchen equipment and tabletop. In business since 1983.

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THINGS TO DO KOZEES SPORTS EMPORIUM (AD: 55; MAP: E5)

2901 E. College Ave. Suite 513, State College, PA 16801 814-238-0800 • kozeessports.com

PSU-Steeler-Penguin-Eagle-and Pirate apparel & accessories.

LIONS PRIDE

112 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-234-2153 • www.lions-pride.com Complete line of PSU sportswear.

MOUNT NITTANY VINEYARD & WINERY (AD: 43; MAP: E5)

300 Houser Rd., Centre Hall, PA 16828 814-466-6373 • www.mtnittanywinery.com

Wine tasting, retail sales & wine-related events.

NITTANY MALL (AD: 54; MAP: E5)

2901 E. College Ave., Rts. 26 & 150 State College, PA 16801 814-238-8037 • www.shopnittanymall.com

Macys, Bon Ton, JCPenney, Sears and over 70 specialty shops.

PLAZA CENTRE ANTIQUE GALLERY (AD: 52; MAP: D5)

124-130 W. High St., Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-357-4870

Antiques, collectibles, vintage clothing, arts and crafts, retail and gift shops in two restored theatres 30,000 sqare feet.

REFLECTIONS

244 E. Calder Way, State College, PA 16801 814-234-1688 • collegiateglassandgifts.com

PA wines from Oakspring & Evergreen Valley Vineyards.

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RILEY ON MAIN

101 E. Main St., Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-9200 • www.rileyonmain.com

A fabulous, eclectic furniture and home accessories boutique.

SAM’S CLUB

381 Benner Pike, State College, PA 16801 814-235-9404 • www.samsclub.com

Sam’s Club stocks the name brands people prefer at low warehouse prices.

SEVEN MOUNTAINS WINE CELLARS (AD: 44; MAP: E5)

324 Decker Valley Road, Spring Mills, PA 16875 814-364-1000 • www.sevenmountainswinecellars.com

Wide variety of wines. Guided tours. Barrel tasting in “the cave”.

SHADE MOUNTAIN WINERY & VINEYARDS (AD: 64; MAP: E5)

16140 Route 104, Middleburg, PA 17842 570-837-3644 • www.shademountainwinery.com

The tasting room is located in a restored 19th century bank barn overlooking 50 acres of vineyard.

STUDENT BOOK STORE

330 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-237-7616 • www.thestudentbookstore.com

PSU clothes and souvenirs. Penn State Text and Trade books.

TAIT FARM HARVEST SHOP & GREENHOUSE

179 Tait Road, Centre Hall, PA 16828 814-466-2386 • www.taitfarmfoods.com

50+ Tait Farm Foods products, local foods and artisan works.


THINGS TO DO

Photo Credit: Tait Farm, Centre Hall THE BARN AT LEMONT

201 Elmwood St. Lower Level State College, PA 16801 814-954-4667 • www.lemontbarn.com

Premier source for organic gardening & hydroponic supplies.

TUSSEY MOUNTAIN OUTFITTERS

308 W. Linn St., Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-355-5690 • www.tusseymountainoutfitters.com

Canoes, kayaks, sales, rentals, trips, instruction, repairs, demos; Call for events and kayak class info.

WAY FRUIT FARM

2355 Halfmoon Valley Road, Port Matilda, PA 16870 814-692-5211 • www.wayfruitfarm.com Family owned and operated fruit farm.

WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS

345 Colonnade Boulevard, State College, PA 16803 814-278-9000 • www.wegmans.com

Salons & Spas ANGELINA’S INVIGORATING HOUR

250 First Avenue, Lemont, PA 16851 814-880-0499 • www.angelinasinvigoratinghour.com

Day spa services at an affordable rate. Hours by appointment.

DESIGNER’S DENN SALON & SPA 212 Calder Way, State College, PA 16801 814-234-3366 • www.designersdenn.com Full service salon and spa.

SIMPLY HEALTH SALT SPA (AD: 57; MAP: E5) 1760 S Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 814-954-7731 • www.simplyhealth-calm.com Spa · Alternative & Holistic Health Service

A passion for food and a committment to excellence.

WOODRING’S FLORAL GARDENS

145 S. Allen Street, State College, PA 16801 814-238-0566 • www.woodringsfloral.com

Fresh flowers, silks, fruit baskets, wedding flowers.

WOOLRICH STORE (THE)

Rt 150 & Park Avenue, 39 Boardman Drive Woolrich, PA 17779 570-769-7401 • www.woolrich.com Famous quality Woolrich products.

YOUR CIGAR DEN (AD: 84; MAP: E5)

127 S. Fraser St., State College, PA 16801 814-867-0666 • www.yourcigarden.com

For all your cigars, pipes and accessories with 2 lounges.

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p Spend your FIRST NIGHT with a 5K, ice sculpting, a horse-drawn carriage ride and more. p Float through Penn’s Cave p Come to the birthplace of Memorial Day in Boalsburg p Be greeted by Mr. Dickens at Bellefonte’s Victorian Christmas p Play cow chip bingo at Philipsburg’s Heritage Days p Stroll through the beautiful gardens of The Arboretum p Get a brain freeze at Berkey Creamery p Discover EVERYTHING at Discovery Space of Central PA p Get the best view of the lake at Nature Inn at Bald Eagle p Learn about birds of prey at the Shaver’s Creek Raptor Center p Enjoy one of America’s best fireworks show at Central PA 4th Fest p Watch something incredible emerge from a 25 ton pile of sand at Arts Fest p Visit a small city of almost a thousand residential tents at Grange Fair p Support the fight against pediatric cancer at THON: the world’s largest student run philanthropy! p Hike the blazed Blue and White Trails of Mount Nittany p Check out the Wall of Fame at the Bryce Jordan Center after a show p Run in a race like the Hardcore Mudd Run or the Tussey Mountainback p Channel your inner photographer at the Nittany Lion Shrine

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Bellefonte

Talleyrand Park, Bellefonte

BUC KET LIS T p Enjoy 7 Days of pure mountain biking bliss at Trans-Sylvania Epic p Cast a line in nationally acclaimed streams p Fill a basket full of produce at a local farmer’s market p Get your passport stamped on the Central PA Tasting Trail p Sample a variety of culinary delights during Happy Valley Culinary Week p Experience a ride with Vamos! Lion Chariot. p Be amazed by the talent at the Green Drake Gallery in Millheim – poetry, music and art! p Catch an intimate performance at the State Theatre p Watch pumpkins get launched hundreds of feet into the lake at Bald Eagle State Park p Take a balloon ride with The Sky’s the Limit for a bird’s eye view p Soar gracefully above Happy Valley in a glider plane from Ridge Soaring Gliderport p Get caught in a Beaver Stadium Whiteout, Hockey Valley’s Pegula Ice Arena or sit courtside cheering on your Nittany Lions from the Big Ten Conference p Gather with the true legends of the Blue and White at the All Sports Museum p Hear what nature sounds like at a Central PA campground p Go back in time when you visit the Christopher Columbus Family Chapel p Rock out as Happy Valley Music Fest takes over downtown State College p Step inside the butterfly tent at the Great Insect Fair p Learn about the best and newest in agriculture at Ag Progress Days Central Pennsylvania Visitors Guide \ 59


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it comes to outdoor recreation in Pennsylvania, there’s no better place than Centre County. State College, which is also known as Happy Valley is a community nestled against the Appalachian Mountains and home to Penn State University, picturesque landscapes, and abundant state parks. From paddling crystal-clear lakes to summiting mountain peaks, there are endless ways to explore the region’s diverse state parks. Plus, the parks are open 365 days a year, so there’s no excuse not to visit. 1. Whipple Dam State Park A dream park for water-lovers, Whipple Dam is just 12 miles from State College, and its lake is open just for kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, swimming, and boating

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with an electric motor. Rent a board or boat Fridays to Sundays in summer season, or keep your toes dry and go for a hike around the lake’s only trail. The Whipple Lake Trail loops three miles around and passes the stream that feeds the lake then rises above it for an overlook lake view. 2. Penn Roosevelt State Park Escape crowds and see the starry night ski at this isolated park in the Seven Mountains region, 10 miles down a dirt road. Penn Roosevelt State Park offers rustic tent camping and peace and quiet for those who like having a place to themselves. The park area is small, but is surrounded by 80,000 acres of Rothrock State Forest and provides access to the Mid State Trail for day hiking or backpacking. After hiking, return to your campsite and cool off in the small lake.


HEALTHY LIVING 3. Greenwood Furnace State Park History buffs will love this park located in the once-flourishing iron-making community in the Seven Mountains. Hundreds of families lived in Greenwood Furnace at its height in the 1870s, and it’s believed that the fires burned bright enough to light the sky—allowing villagers to walk at night without lanterns. These hot furnace stacks also sent smoke and cinders into the air, coating the town in soot. Remnants of the settlement remain or have been reconstructed, including a hot blast furnace, 1860s church, and ironmaster’s house. The six-acre lake was originally dammed to power the grist mill, but is now popular with anglers, kayakers, and canoers—as motorized boats aren’t allowed. Hike the surrounding trails through the forest and to the mountaintops, spotting old charcoal hearths along the way.

at collect-your-own blueberry patches and beaver ponds before reaching the Bog Natural Area. Follow the boardwalk to explore the diverse marsh. See more of the park’s 3,394 acres by mountain bike, horse, kayak, or canoe, transitioning to cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and ice skating when the snow falls.

4. Bald Eagle State Park F.J. Sayers Lake is the park’s showpiece, and it’s a haven for boaters, swimmers, and anglers. Set beautifully against Bald Eagle Mountain, the lake is eight miles long with 23 miles of shoreline, and fishermen come to catch warm-water black crappie, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and yellow perch. During summer, students and vacationers swim in the lake, kayak, and lounge on the sandy beach. Just 20 minutes from State College, the area’s also known for its unique bed and breakfast/interpretive center—the only one of its kind in the Pennsylvania State Park system—called The Nature Inn at Bald Eagle. Interpretive exhibits here showcase birding in the park and encourage kids and adults alike to venture outside.

7. Poe Paddy State Park Hike the Mid State Trail’s only tunnel section, a 250-foot abandoned railroad tunnel through West Paddy Mountain, at this state park. Follow a path along Penns Creek before crossing a pedestrian bridge and climbing up to the tunnel-turned-railtrail and bat hibernation habitat. Located at the confluence of Big Poe Creek and Penns Creek, Poe Paddy is well-known for its Green Drake Hatch, which typically occurs during late May or early June and is a favorite of trout anglers.

5. Black Moshannon State Park This park’s name comes from the American Indian one, “Moss-Hanne,” which means “moose stream.” And the stream below the lake is a popular place for catching trout. But Black Moshannon Lake’s teacolored water is the most unique sight in this park, and it’s the result of clear spring water flowing through mossy bogs that becomes colored by the plant tannins. See the bogs up close on the 7.7-mile MossHanne Trail through hemlocks, stopping

6. Poe Valley State Park Though it’s surrounded by a vast state forest, Poe Valley is a tiny state park at just 602 acres. In the summer, anglers visit the lake to catch brown and rainbow trout, catfish, and perch. Once it ices over in winter, ice fishermen flock here to reel in a catch. Hike three miles of trails within the park, or connect to the lengthy Mid State Trail as it passes through for a long day hike or multiday adventure.

8. Rothrock State Forest Though this is actually a state forest (versus a state park), Rothrock State Forest is worth including on the list for all the outstanding hiking opportunities that you’ll find so close to State College. You’ll find more than 300 miles of hiking trails in total, including Mid State Trail and 16 miles of the Standing Stone Trail, a more than 70 mile route that connects Cowans Gap State Park to Greenwood Furnace State Park. Even if you’re not up for a long hike, Rothrock State Forest offers plenty of opportunities for mountain biking, horseback riding, paddling, and fishing. •

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123 South Allen St., State College, PA 16801 814-234-3000 • www.appoutdoors.com

Sports/outerwear, footwear, camping, snowsports & ski shop.

BICYCLE SHOP, INC. (THE)

441 W. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-238-9422 • www.thebicycleshopinc.com Retail bike sales, bike repairs & bike rentals.

BICYCLING ALLEGHENIES!

800 E. Park Ave., State College, PA 16803 814-231-1400 • www.thealleghenies.com

Cycle The Alleghenies for On-Road tours and Adventurous OffRoad tours. Self guided maps available.

CENTRE REGION PARKS & RECREATION 2643 Gateway Dr.#1, State College, PA 16801 814-231-3071 • www.crpr.org

“CRPR - Where everyone plays!” Parks, Pools, Programs & Fun!

CYCLE CENTRE COUNTY

800 E. Park., State College, PA 16803 814-231-1400 • www.visitpennstate.org

Cycle the Alleghenies for on-road and adventurous off-road self guided tours. JUST BIKE IT!!!!

EAST COAST HEALTH & FITNESS

250 West Hamilton Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-234-9400 • www.eastcoastfit.com

Fitness- strength, personal, group, cardio - and more!

MOUNT NITTANY CONSERVANCY P.O. Box 334, State College, PA 16804 814-237-0400 • www.mtnittany.org

Dedicated to the preservation of Mt. Nittany.

MOUNTAIN VIEW COUNTRY CLUB (AD: IFC; MAP: E5)

310 Elks Club Road, Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-7231 • www.mtviewcountryclub.com

18 Hole public golf course with newly renovated clubhouse.

NITTANY VALLEY RUNNING CLUB Calder Square, P.O. Box 10348 State College, PA 16805-0348 www.nvrun.com

Non-profit running club welcoming members of all ages and abilities who like to participate in running events including track & field and walking.

PENN STATE GOLF COURSES (AD: 80; MAP: E5) 1523 W. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-865-4653 • www.pennstategolfcourses.com For tee times: 814-865-1833

RIDGE SOARING GLIDERPORT (AD: 62; MAP: E5) 3523 S. Eagle Valley Road, Julian, PA 16844 814-355-2483 • www.eglider.org

Glider rides & instruction $120.00 and up.Federally licensed.

SHAVER’S CREEK ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER (AD: 82; MAP: E5) 3400 Discovery Rd., Petersburg, PA 16669 814-863-2000 • www.shaverscreek.org

12 miles south of State College off Rt. 26, in the Stone Valley Recreation area.

SKY’S THE LIMIT BALLOONING, INC. P.O. Box 605, Lemont, PA 16851 814-234-5986 • www.paballoonrides.com

Centre County’s only balloon company, specializing in rides, advertising & instruction.

TUSSEY MOUNTAIN ALL SEASONS

341 Bear Meadows Road, Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-6810 • www.tusseymountain.com

Ski, golf, batting cages, go-karts, concerts & more.

TUSSEY MOUNTAIN OUTFITTERS

308 W. Linn St., Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-355-5690 • www.tusseymountainoutfitters.com

Canoes, kayaks, sales, rentals, trips, instruction, repairs, demos; Call for events and kayak class info.

YMCA OF CENTRE COUNTY

125 West High Street, Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-237-7717 • www.ymcaofcentrecounty.org

HEALTHY LIVING

Youth Development, Healthy Living & Social Responsibilities.

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HEALTHY LIVING

Big Valley BECKONS YOU! The area commonly known as ‘Big Valley’ or ‘Kishacoquillas Valley’ runs from the Milroy/ Reedsville area along route 655 through Belleville and Allensville. Big Valley is known for the scenic beauty of its vast farmlands and mountains, as well as its traditional Amish culture. The area is home to antique shops, country stores, quilt shops, carriage rides, wineries, custom furniture stores, cafes/restaurants, bakeries, B&B’s, and other specialty shops. Come see for yourself what all the Valley has to offer!

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Planning the perfect event,

whether it’s a wedding or a weeklong conference, is impossible without the right raw materials. Your guests need access to exceptional banquet and meeting spaces, affordable accommodations, restaurants to please every palate and a wide variety of entertainment options in the surrounding area. That’s why State College is the perfect destination for special events, conferences, meetings and more. First and foremost, there are a plethora of locations to suit every group’s size and needs. The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center is the area’s largest, most flexible and technologically sophisticated conference center hotel, boasting 58,000 square feet of meeting and function space and 300 guest rooms. The Nittany Lion Inn is rated one of the top meeting facilities on the East Coast. Toftrees Conference Center Hotel is a great option for those who like

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to hit the links, as its grounds hold a fourand-a-half-star-rated PGA championship golf course. Ramada Hotel & Conference Center has 285 guest rooms and 25,000 square feet of meeting space, including a spacious amphitheatre. Carnegie Inn & Spa is a AAA Four-Diamond boutique hotel that’s also home to ESSpa Day Spa, perfect for board retreats. And the environmentally conscious Nature Inn at Bald Eagle sits on a lake in Bald Eagle State Park and is also perfect for small board retreats. And those are just some of the options to choose from! Once you’re here, the amenities this area provides are second to none. Penn State’s Stone Valley Vertical Adventures offers one of the largest team-building courses on the East Coast. And downtown State College buzzes with creative energy, Penn State pride and a broad mix of entertainment, from theatre performances to live music to community events. The town’s historic shopping district has


something in store for every buyer, and there are a variety of art galleries on and off campus to explore and inspire. Also on campus, Beaver Stadium and Medlar Field at Lubrano Park offer unique meeting venue locations, and the Bryce Jordan Center holds more than 360 trade show exhibits. Amenities are no more important than the food available at an event’s location, and that’s where State College also shines. With students and faculty from around the world calling the area home, this small town has a big appetite for international flavors in addition to locally sourced ingredients. You’ll find many different types of cuisine in town along with craft breweries, upscale and downhome American fare, diner comfort foods, a plethora of catering options, locally roasted coffees, delectable desserts—and, of course, the best ice cream in the world at Berkey Creamery on campus. Finally, State College’s location is central

to its appeal. Set among the rolling hills and farmlands of “Happy Valley,” this central PA town is within a short driving distance from Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, New York City, Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, and there are daily flights in and out of University Park Airport, which is an easy 10-minute drive from downtown. If you want your next event to receive rave reviews, let us help you host it right here in State College.

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Bakeries DOLCE VITA DESSERTS

2490 Commercial Blvd, State College, PA 16801 814-954-4960 • www.dvdesserts.com

Custom cakes, cookies, cupcakes, cannoli, gifts & more.

SWEET TOOTH BAKERY

120 Miller Alley, State College, PA 16801 814-238-8835• www.sweettoothbakery.com

PSU logo sweets, baskets, balloon, bouquets - Delivery.

Caterers

AFFAIRS TO REMEMBER AT THE HUMMINGBIRD ROOM (AD: 69; MAP: E5) 4188 Penns Valley Rd., Spring Mills, PA 16875 www.hummingbirdroom.com

Award-winning chef, weddings, caterings, & private dinners.

BENJAMIN’S DISTINCTIVE CATERING 119-1 E. College Ave, Pleasant Gap, PA 16823 814-466-6865 • www.benjaminscatering.com

Central PA’s ONLY Green Caterer providing zero waste events.

BROWN DOG CATERING

18 N. 7th Street, Philipsburg, PA 16866 814-883-5922 • www.wdbrowndogcatering.com High-quality approachable elegance.

CHAMPS SPORTS GRILL (AD: 26,48; MAP: E5) 1611 N Atherton St. -or- 139 S. Allen Street State College, PA 16803 814-234-7700 • champssportsgrill.net Large groups, sports teams, catering.

HARRISON’S WINE GRILL & CATERING 1221 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-237-4422 • www.harrisonsmenu.com

Local Favorite. Fresh, often local ingredients. Full bar.

JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS

128 South Allen St., State College, PA 16801 814-954-7591 www.jerseymikes.com/8007/State-College-PA

Fresh sliced submarine style sandwiches & cheesesteaks.

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PANERA BREAD

148 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801 814-867-8883 • www.panerabread.com

Offering fresh bakery products, sandwiches, salads, & soups.

TAILGATE GUYS/PRE EVENTS State College, PA 16801 814-933-4100 • tailgateguys.com

Provider of full-service turnkey tailgates for all fans. Online only.

WEBSTER’S BOOKSTORE CAFE (AD: 85; MAP: E5) 133 E. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-272-1410 • www.webstersbooksandcafe.com

fair-trade, organic coffees as well as quality local foods

WORLDS FARE CATERING

1425 E. Park Hills Ave., State College, PA 16803 814-404-4154 • www.worldsfarecatering.com

Locally sourced, global cuisine-Mex, Medit, Thai, Italian & BBQ.

Churches PARK FOREST VILLAGE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

1833 Park Forest Ave., State College, PA 16803-1403 814-238-2657 • www.pfvumc.org We offer a message of faith, hope and love for all ages.

ST. PAUL’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 250 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-237-2163 • www.stpaulsc.org

Traditional & “blended” Sunday worship, excellent ministries.

Florists WOODRING’S FLORAL GARDENS

145 S. Allen Street, State College, PA 16801 814-238-0566 • www.woodringsfloral.com

Fresh flowers, silks, fruit baskets, wedding flowers.


EVENT PLANNING

Gifts & Favors

Invitations

A BASKET FULL (AD: 65; MAP: E5)

JARU COPY SERVICES

121 E. Main Street, Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-7788 • www.basket-full.com

Gift shop & customized gift baskets. Vera Bradley handbags.

AARONSBURG POTTERY

200 W. Plum Street, P.O. Box 27, Aaronsburg, PA 16820 814-349-5982 • www.aaronsburgpottery.com Fine stoneware, jewelry, weaving, wood/iron work, & more.

CONKLIN’S CORNER ANTIQUE & GIFT BARN (AD: 54; MAP: E5) 670 Tyrone Pike, Philipsburg, PA 16866 814-342-0650 • www.conklinscornerbarn.com

Huge country gift shop, antique co-op, coins & currency.

GALLERY SHOP (AD: 57; MAP: E5)

824 Pike St., PO Box 973, Lemont, PA 16851 814-867-0442 • www.gallery-shop.com

Original work representing more than 50 Central Pa’s artists.

RILEY ON MAIN

1300 South Allen Street, State College, PA 16801 814-234-3705 • www.jaruinc.com

From small print to large -one stop for all your print needs

LAUREL VALLEY GRAPHICS

1511 Monastery Drive, Latrobe, PA 15650 724-539-4545 • www.lvgraphics.net Great printing-fast-low pricing.

SPECTRUM PRINTING, INC

1160 Enterprise Road, East Petersburg, PA 17520-1604 717-569-3200 • www.spectrumprintpartner.com

Full Color Printing - Sheet fed, digital and variable data printing, mailing and fulfilment.

THEPRINTERS.COM

3500 E. College Avenue, Suite 1000 State College, PA 16801 814-238-8445 • www.theprinters.com

Full color - any size - any quantity- signs & banners too!

101 E. Main St., Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-9200 • www.rileyonmain.com

A fabulous, eclectic furniture and home accessories boutique.

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Transportation FULLINGTON VIP LIMOUSINE

2101 Alexander Drive, State College, PA 16803 800-435-6556 • www.fullingtontours.com

Schedule your luxury stretch limousine or SUV limousine.

VAMOS! LION CHARIOT

Penn State and State College, PA 16801 814-404-2782 • www.vamoslion.com

Explore, tour & enjoy Happy Valley on eco-friendly pedicabs.

Venues ABOVE THE VALLEY SPECIAL EVENT CENTER

559 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Centre Hall, PA 16828 814-237-4422 • www.abovethevalleyevents.com

AFFAIRS TO REMEMBER AT THE HUMMINGBIRD ROOM (AD: 69; MAP: E5) 4188 Penns Valley Rd., Spring Mills, PA 16875 www.hummingbirdroom.com

Award-winning chef, weddings, caterings, & private dinners.

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ARBORETUM AT PENN STATE (AD: 45,70; MAP: E5)

336 Forest Resources Building, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-9118 • www.arboretum.psu.edu

Gardens open dawn until dusk, free admission, weddings.

BRYCE JORDAN CENTER

Penn State University, 127 Bryce Jordan Center University Park, PA 16802 814-863-5500 • www.bjc.psu.edu

16,000 seat arena. Conferences, entertainment & sports events.

CENTRE FURNACE MANSION HISTORIC SITE (AD: 47,72; MAP: E5)

1001 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-234-4779 • www.centrehistory.org

1791 iron furnace. 1826 restored mansion. PSU founding site.

HAPPY VALLEY VINEYARD & WINERY (AD: 56,63; MAP: E5)

576 S. Foxpointe Drive, State College, PA 16801 814-308-8756 • www.thehappyvalleywinery.com Wine with varietal character -tastings & events.

MARRARA’S MOUNTAIN LODGE Mountain Road, Port Matilda, PA 16870 814-571-8495 • www.marraras.info

Nestled in the mountains of central PA near State College.


EVENT PLANNING MILLBROOK MARSH NATURE CENTER 548 Puddintown Road, State College, PA 16801 814-235-7819 www.crpr.org/Millbrook/MMNC-Menu.html

Celebrate in the unique surroundings at Millbrook Marsh!

MOUNTAIN VIEW COUNTRY CLUB (AD: IFC; MAP: E5)

310 Elks Club Road, Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-7231 • www.mtviewcountryclub.com

18 Hole public golf course with newly renovated clubhouse

NITTANY WEDDINGS, LLC

107 Harvest Run Rd N., State College, PA 16801 814-574-6280 • www.nittanyweddings.com

Fill the space between “I Will” and “I Do!” in one place.

ROLLING RAILS LODGE

Custred Lane, Port Matilda, PA 16870 814-360-8308 • www.rollingrails.com

Stunning mountainside wedding & event center minutes to PSU.

TUSSEY MOUNTAIN ALL SEASONS

341 Bear Meadows Road, Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-6810 • www.tusseymountain.com

Ski, golf, batting cages, go-karts, concerts & more

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Photo Credit: Mountain View Country Club, Boalsburg

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• Award-winning hotels and unique venues • Over 180,000 square feet of meeting space • 3,400 guest rooms • One of the largest team building facilities on the east coast • A central location that offers easy accessibility via major interstates • Daily flights with service by Delta, United Express and American • Venue recommendations and Request For Proposal’s distributed to your preferred sites • Housing Reservation Services • Welcome bags for registrants • Staffed welcome booths • Assistance with designing activities for your group’s interest • Meeting Planner Reward Program To plan your meeting in the State College area, contact our Sales Team at Sales@VisitPennState.org or 814-231-1401.

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PENN STATE

Things to do on

PENN STATE’S C A MPUS Photo Credit: Old Main, Rusty Glessner Photography

By Jim Cheney of UncoveringPA.com

Penn State dominates the

landscape of State College, and most people think of one of two things when they think of the campus: education and football. However, there are other great things to enjoy on the university’s campus. Whether you love football or would rather skip the game, here are a few things to keep you busy on the Penn State campus. Penn State Berkey Creamery The Penn State Berkey Creamery is one of the most well-known places to get ice cream in all of Pennsylvania, and even

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better, it’s incredibly delicious. The university’s first creamery was established in 1865, and they have been making delicious ice cream on campus ever since. The creamery is part of Penn State’s Department of Food Science, and they have spent years perfecting ice cream, all, of course, in the name of academic excellence. If you need more proof that this is the place to get ice cream, Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield graduated from the school’s ice cream making course prior to starting Ben and Jerry’s. The Creamery makes over 100 different flavors and popular options include Peachy Paterno and Bittersweet


PENN STATE Mint. However, don’t think you can mix flavors. The only person ever allowed to mix flavors here was President Bill Clinton. Whatever other activities you have planned on the Penn State campus, don’t leave without at stop at the Creamery. Penn State All-Sports Museum Located in the southwestern corner of Beaver Stadium, the Penn State All-Sports Museum showcases the athletic highlights from every varsity sport in the school’s history: 34 in total. Each sport is given a gallery where they can display memorabilia from their history including uniforms, equipment, and trophies. It’s interesting learning about all of the university’s varsity sports, including former ones like bowling. With the exception of game-day visits, it’s often possible to take a peak inside Beaver Stadium while touring the museum. Even if you aren’t a football fan, it’s impressive standing inside the world’s third largest stadium. The museum is also home to the taxidermied Nittany Lion. Said to be the last mountain lion killed in Pennsylvania in the late 1800s, this animal is now the mascot of the university. Palmer Museum of Art Do you love art? A visit to the Palmer Museum of Art is a great choice while visiting the Penn State campus. While you might expect it to be home to work by students and former students, the museum actually features an impressive collection of nearly 10,000 pieces of art from around the world, with some pieces dating back hundreds or thousands of years. The museum’s collection is showcased in nearly a dozen galleries, some of which are reserved for temporary exhibitions. The collection showcases a wide variety of mediums from throughout history including ancient South American and Asian ceramics, Renaissance paintings, and pieces of Contemporary art.

State College Spikes In addition to world-class college sports, the Penn State campus is also home to a professional sports team. The State College Spikes, the Class-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, play in Medlar Field, which is also home to Penn State’s baseball team. During the summer months, baseball fans can catch a game at this great stadium and cheer on some of baseball’s top prospects. This state-of-the-art minor league stadium offers fantastic professional baseball on Penn State’s campus. These family-friendly games not only feature great baseball, but also plenty of in-game entertainment between innings. If you are traveling to Penn State during the summer with your family, make sure to check out a Spikes’ game. Penn State Arboretum The Penn State Arboretum might just be the most beautiful corner of the Penn State campus. The arboretum is home to seven beautiful gardens offering a variety of plantings and experiences for outdoor lovers. Take a stroll through the Fragrance Garden (which smells great), the Tropical Grove, and the Grove of the Ancients to get a feel for this magical place. Another great spot is the Children’s Garden. This garden features plants that are both beautiful and whimsical. The entire area is set up as an example of the ridge and valley system that dominates the landscape of central Pennsylvania. The garden features children’s activities, a stream, and even a cavern to explore. Even better, the Children’s Garden is completely enclosed, allowing parents to let their kids explore the grounds on their own without worrying about them leaving the garden. •

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PENN STATE AG PROGRESS DAYS (AD: 82; MAP: E5)

Rt. 45, Larson Agricultural Research Center 2710 West Pine Grove Road Pennsylvania Furnace, PA 16865 814-865-2081 • apd.psu.edu

Ag exhibitors, new technology, education and family fun!

ARBORETUM AT PENN STATE (AD: 45,70; MAP: E5)

336 Forest Resources Building University Park, PA 16802 814-865-9118 • www.arboretum.psu.edu

Gardens open dawn until dusk, free admission, weddings.

AU BON PAIN CAFE

110 Kern Graduate Building The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA 16802 • 814-865-OTTO aubonpain.com/stores/penn-state-university

Made-to-order deli, hearty soups, grilled specialties, desserts, coffee & favorites

BRYCE JORDAN CENTER

Penn State University, 127 Bryce Jordan Center University Park, PA 16802 814-863-5500 • www.bjc.psu.edu

16,000 seat arena.Conferences, entertainment & sports events

CAFE LAURA

104A Mateer Building, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-7441 • www.cafelaura.psu.edu

Grab & go breakfast, lunches, and specialty ‘Theme Dinners’.

CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS (PSU) (AD: 80; MAP: E5)

101 Eisenhower Auditorium, University Park, PA 16802 814-863-0255 • www.cpa.psu.edu

DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION, PARK AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT 801 Donald H. Ford Bldg, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-1851 • www.hhdev.psu.edu/rptm

Travel-related studies on marketing, economic, social, cultural impact issues.

DINING ROOM AT NITTANY LION INN (AD: 82, BC; MAP: E5)

200 W. Park Ave., State College, PA 16803 814-865-8590 • www.pshs.psu.edu

Superb classic American cuisine. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

HUB-ROBESON ART GALLERIES

241 HUB-Robeson Center, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-2563 • studentaffairs.psu.edu/hub/artgalleries Contemporary visual art exhibits inclusive of all cultures.

LEGENDS PUB, PENN STATER (AD: 82, BC; MAP: E5)

Pennsylvania State Research Park State College, PA 16803 814-863-5080 • www.pshs.psu.edu Relaxing lighter fare.

MUSIC AT PENN’S WOODS (AD: 81; MAP: E5) Penn State School of Music 233 Music Building I, University Park, PA 16802 music.psu.edu/mpw

350 annual concerts plus a professional orchestra each June.

PALMER MUSEUM OF ART (AD: 82; MAP: E5) Curtin Road, Penn State University University Park, PA 16802 814-865-7672 • www.palmermuseum.psu.edu

Dramatic and exciting describe the Palmer Museum of Art.

World-class symphonies, ballet and Broadway shows, Jazz, drama, dance.

PENN STATE Photo Credit: Penn State Berkey Creamery

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PENN STATE PASTO AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM (AD: 46; MAP: E5)

2710 West Pine Grove Road, Gate K Pennsylvania Furnace, PA 16865 814-863-1383 • agsci.psu.edu/pasto

Rare tools & technology from early agriculture & rural life.

PEGULA ICE ARENA (AD: 78; MAP: E5)

Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics 156 Pegula Ice Arena, University Park, PA 16802 www.gopsusports.com/pegula-ice-arena

Home of Penn State Hockey and community skating programs.

PENN STATE ALL-SPORTS MUSEUM (AD: 80; MAP: E5)

1 Beaver Stadium, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-0044 • www.gopsusports.com/museum

Photographs, memorabilia, artifacts & trophies of PSU Sports.

PENN STATE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (AD: 76; MAP: E5)

Hintz Alumni Center, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-6516 • www.alumni.psu.edu

PENN STATE CENTRE STAGE (AD: 81; MAP: E5) 121 Theatre Building, University Park, PA 16802 814-863-0493 • theatre.psu.edu

Some of the greatest entertainment in the Alleghenies.

PENN STATE GOLF COURSES (AD: 80; MAP: E5) 1523 W. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-865-4653 • www.pennstategolfcourses.com For tee times: 814-865-1833

PENN STATE HUB DINING (AD: 81; MAP: E5) HUB/Robeson Center on Campus University Park, PA 16802 814-865-7623 • www.hubdining.psu.edu

Nine newly renovated shops featuring a variety of cuisines, on PSU campus.

PENN STATE STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS

243 Ritenour Building, University Park, PA 16802 814-863-1030 • www.psu.edu

Committed to a mission of teaching, research and public service.

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PENN STATE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES (AD: 83,86; MAP: E5)

1 Eisenhower Parking Deck, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-1436 • www.transportation.psu.edu Parking, Transit, Biking programs for PSU & Visitors.

PENN STATE UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE

201 Shields Building, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-5471 • admissions.psu.edu

PSU’s Undergraduate Admissions Office handles visitation programs for prospective students and parents.

SHAVER’S CREEK ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER (AD: 82; MAP: E5) 3400 Discovery Rd., Petersburg, PA 16669 814-863-2000 • www.shaverscreek.org

12 miles south of State College off Rt. 26, in the Stone Valley recreation area.

THE GARDENS RESTAURANT (AD: 82, BC; MAP: E5)

215 Innovation Blvd, State College, PA 16803 814-863-5090 www.pshs.psu.edu/PennStater/psdine.asp

Superb continental cuisine with the freshest seafood and lavish buffets.

VILLAGE AT PENN STATE: UNIVERSITYBASED RETIREMENT COMMUNITY (UBRC) 260 Lion’s Hill Road, State College, PA 16803 814-238-1949 • www.villageatpennstate.com

Vision Behind the Dream. Continuing care retirement community/planned residential development.

WHISKERS AT NITTANY LION INN (AD: 82, BC; MAP: E5)

200 W. Park Ave., State College, PA 16803 814-865-8580 • www.pennstatehotels.com

Casual dining featuring soups, salads, sandwiches and University ice cream. Full bar.

Photo Credit: The Arboretum at Penn State

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CAMPUS INFORMATION The Pennsylvania State University, one of the largest universities in the country and a member of the Big Ten Conference, was founded in 1855. The University Park Campus today covers over 5,000 acres and provides more than 40,000 students with about 160 baccalaureate and 150 graduate programs.

SPORTS & RECREATION PENN STATE GOLF COURSES

Blue and White Courses • 1523 W. College Ave. 814-865-GOLF (4653) (Golf Shop & Reservations) www.pennstategolfcourses.com Two championship golf courses with something for everyone. The Blue Course, Par 72, measures 7,172 yards. The White Course, Par 72 measures 6,344 yards. Practice facility includes spacious range, practice bunker, putting greens and instruction by appointment from PGA professionals. The Walker Clubhouse houses a rustic, award winning “Top 100” golf shop, food and beverage service and meeting space. Call eight days in advance for individual starting times. For groups of 9 or more, call the events coordinator in advance at 814-865-GOLF (4653). Golf packages are available through The Nittany Lion Inn.

PENN STATE ALL-SPORTS MUSEUM

Beaver Stadium, Curtin Road • 814-865-0044 www.GoPSUsports.com/museum The Penn State All-Sports Museum is truly grand. The two-story, 10,000 sq. ft. museum is a tribute to the Nittany Lions’ winning spirit. Filled with the sights, the sounds and the feel of every Penn State sport, there is something for every PSU fan. The museum is living and is ever-changing, created to showcase triumphant year after triumphant year. Regular Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 10am-4pm. Sunday 12pm-4pm. Closed Monday. Special football weekend hours.

VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

814-863-0255 • cpa.psu.edu The Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State presents professional artists from around the world. Performances take place at Eisenhower and Schwab auditoriums. The center welcomes national touring Broadway productions, classical and jazz musicians, contemporary circus shows, dance companies, world music artists, family productions and more. Tickets are discounted for University Park students. Group discounts are available.

HUB-ROBESON GALLERIES

HUB-Robeson Center • 814-865-2563 www.studentaffairs.psu.edu/hub/artgalleries Gallery hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Friday through Sunday, 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Closed Mondays. The galleries are closed during university breaks. Summer hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The HUB-Robeson Galleries are comprised of two formal galleries, an open exhibit space and five display cases in the HUBRobeson Center in the heart of Penn State’s University Park Campus. The programs of the Galleries are dedicated to the inclusiveness of all national and international cultures, artists, and art forms. Exhibits change each semester so visit often to avoid missing exciting artwork!

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VisitPennState.org PALMER MUSEUM OF ART

Curtin Road • 814-865-7672 • www.palmermuseum.psu.edu

The Palmer Museum of Art is a distinctive, free-admission arts resource on the Penn State University Park campus for the university and surrounding communities in central Pennsylvania. With a collection of 9,000 objects representing and spanning a variety of cultures and centuries of art, the Palmer is the largest, most prominent art museum between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Areas of strength include the museum’s collection of American art from the late eighteenth century to the present; Old Master paintings; prints and photography; ceramics and studio glass; and a growing collection of modern and contemporary art. The museum presents a packed schedule of exhibitions, lectures, films, gallery talks, and musical performances each year and, with eleven galleries, a printstudy room, a 150-seat auditorium, and an outdoor sculpture garden, the Palmer Museum of Art is the leading cultural resource for the region. Free museum tours can be arranged. Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.; closed Mondays. FREE ADMISSION.

PENN STATE CENTRE STAGE

Pavilion • Playhouse • Penn State Downtown Theatre Center 814-863-0255 • www.theatre.psu.edu Penn State’s professional theatre training program. See tomorrow’s stars today! For tickets and information, call 814-863-0255 or 800-ARTS-TIX. www.theatre.psu.edu.

SCHOOL OF MUSIC, PENNS WOODS MUSIC FESTIVAL

Recital Hall Music Building • 814-865-0431 • music.psu.edu/events Superior acoustics in an intimate 400-seat vineyard-style concert hall is home to over 375 free or inexpensive performances. Completed in 2018, the new Recital Hall showcases the musical talents of Penn State students, faculty, guest artists, and alumni. Two Hamburg Steinway pianos reside in the hall. Highlighting the summer, Penn’s Woods Music Festival is a popular professional music festival held the last three weeks of June.

TRADITIONS LAND-GRANT FRESCOES

Pollock Road/Old Main In the lobby of the University’s main administration building are the famous frescoes painted by artist Henry Varnum Poor between 1940 and 1949. The frescoes depict the founding and early history of Penn State, the Commonwealth’s land-grant university. Hours: MondayFriday, 8am-5pm.

NITTANY LION SHRINE

Near Recreation Building (Rec Hall) This landmark was created by Heinz Warneke from a 13-ton block of Indiana limestone. The Nittany Lion, Penn State’s mascot since 1904, was officially recognized when the statue was presented as a gift to the University by the Class of 1940. The shrine was renovated with a gift from the Class of 2012.

iHEAR PENN STATE

Campus cell phone tour • 814-308-5020 For anyone curious about some of the most popular landmarks on the University Park campus, information is only a phone call away. A self-guided tour, iHear Penn State gives listeners interesting information about more than a dozen locations, from Beaver Stadium to Old Main to the Hintz Family Alumni Center. Watch for the markers designating iHear sites as you stroll across campus.

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CAMPUS INFORMATION AGRICULTURE & NATURE AG PROGRESS DAYS August 13-15, 2019

2710 W. Pine Grove Road, PA Furnace, PA 16865 • 814-865-2081 • http://agsci.psu.edu/apd

Bring your family and discover a new world of science and technology at Penn State’s Ag Progress Days. You’ll be intrigued by the latest research, marvel at new and antique farm equipment, enjoy wildlife and horse demonstrations, take in our scenic green gardens, and delight in entertaining and educational features for young and old alike. Join the tens of thousands who visit Ag Progress Days each year to see the more than 450 commercial exhibits and take part in tours, demonstrations, displays, and events. Parking and admission are free. Tues, 9am-5pm, Wed, 9am-8pm, Thurs, 9am-4pm.

SHAVER'S CREEK ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER

3400 Discovery Road, Petersburg, PA 16669 814-863-2000 • www.shaverscreek.org Inspiring discovery since 1976! We are… Penn’s State’s nature center. Nestled in the heart of Penn State’s 7,000 acre Stone Valley Forest, our programs and Penn State classes reach thousands of people every year. Our newly-expanded and renovated visitor center is open 7 days a week, from 10 a.m.–5 p.m, from February through mid-December. Enjoy an improved visitor experience and updated spaces for our resident animals, including reptiles, amphibians, and birds of prey. Hike or ski over 25 miles of trails. Join us for morning bird walks, festivals like the Enchanted Halloween Trail and the Maple Harvest Festival, and other programs — check the website for details. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for posts about the natural world, and share your snapshots using #shaverscreek!

HOSPITALITY THE PENN STATER HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER

Innovation Park, 215 Innovation Blvd. , State College, PA, 16803 800-233-7505, 814-863-5000 • thepennstaterhotel.psu.edu Our 300 graciously appointed guest rooms and spacious suites offer luxury and comfort with a focus on service. This modern hotel includes a fitness room, indoor lap pool, and 58,000 sq ft of meeting/ function space. Enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner in style and comfort at The Gardens-a bright, cheerful restaurant with contemporary style. Our chefs add modern flair to classic recipes. Enjoy the full Penn State experience at Legends, a casual pub, featuring a full bar, lunch and dinner. Our complimentary shuttle service provides transportation around the State College area. While you’re our guest, we’ll go the extra mile to make you feel comfortable.

THE NITTANY LION INN

On Campus • 200 West Park Ave. State College, PA 16803 800-233-7505, 814-865-8500 • nittanylioninn.psu.edu Built in 1931 and situated near the heart of campus, we offer a convenient base to take advantage of the cultural and recreational activities Penn State and State College have to offer. Filled with classic touches, well-appointed accommodations, fitness room, and easy walking distance to downtown shopping and entertainment, it is easy to see why we have been dubbed “Penn State’s Living Room”. Complimentary shuttle service offers a great way to adventure around the area, and when you are done our two restaurants, The Dining Room and Whiskers, are a great place for dinner or a night-cap. With a focus on fresh sustainable, local ingredients we pride ourselves on offering classics like our famous Lobster Bisque alongside new Vegan favorites. Our Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence and AAA 4-Diamond statuses promise an experience like no other in State College.

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VisitPennState.org TRANSPORTATION PENN STATE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

1 Eisenhower Parking Deck - 814-865-1436 www.transportation.psu.edu Transportation Services provides a variety of transportation programs and services to make it easy to get to and around campus. Hourly visitor parking is available at the East, HUB and Nittany parking decks, as well as at many other campus parking areas via our multi-space pay stations. No-fare, ADA-accessible transit across campus is provided via CATA’s four Loop and Link services, and by the University’s two Campus Shuttles routes – Campus Shuttle via College Avenue and Campus Shuttle via Beaver Avenue. For those who enjoy more active transportation, University Park was named a silver-level Bicycle Friendly University by the League of American Bicyclists in 2016, and offers more than 800 racks for bike parking, multiple bicycle repair stations, and the popular Zagster bike share program. Faculty and staff can rent vehicles for University business through Fleet Operations, while personal travel vehicles are also available through Enterprise CarShare. Students, faculty and staff can also arrange to share rides together via the Zimride online ride-matching platform.

PARKING ON CAMPUS

Hourly visitor parking is available at the East, HUB and Nittany parking decks, and at select other lots that include multispace pay stations or meters. Many campus parking areas are available at no charge on weekends, except where signs indicate restrictions. Visitors should always check the signage posted at the entrance of each lot for information on reserved hours. All student parking areas are reserved 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as are specifically-reserved spaces such as ADA and service/delivery, unless otherwise noted on the signage posted at those spaces. Parking permits and parking assistance are available Monday through Friday at all parking information kiosks, the Centre County/Penn State Visitor Center, and the Parking Office at 1 Eisenhower Parking Deck.

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Fingertip

PHONE NUMBERS

Transportation Emergency

Emergency Services............................................911 MedExpress....................................... 814-238-1066 Mount Nittany Medical Center............ 814-231-7000 University Health Services.................. 814-863-0774 Veterans Administration Outpatient Clinic............................. 877-626-2500 ER Vet Care: Central Pennsylvania Vets............... 814-237-4670 Penn State University Police............... 814-863-1111

Hunting & Fishing

Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission............................ 814-355-4837 Pennsylvania Game Commission.................................... 570-398-4744 Scotia Range...................................... 570-398-4744

Parks & Playgrounds

Centre Region Parks & Recreation................................... 814-231-3071

Recreation Areas

DCNR..................... 888-PA-PARKS • 888-727-2757

Air Service American........................................... 800-428-4322 Airport Authority................................. 814-237-2011 Airport Parking................................... 814-237-1684 Delta.................................................. 800-225-2525 University Park Airport....................... 814-865-5511 United Express................................... 800-241-6522 Bus Service CATA....................................... 814-238-CATA (2282) Fullington Trailways............................ 814-238-1100 Greyhound Bus Lines......................... 814-238-7971 Megabus............................................ 877-462-6342 Rail Service Amtrak............................................... 800-872-7245 Rental Cars Avis Rent-A-Car.................................. 814-237-9750 Budget............................................... 814-237-9750 Payless.............................................. 814-237-9750 Taxis AA Taxi Inc........................................ 814-231-8294 Golden Taxi........................................ 814-355-2200 Handy Delivery Taxi............................ 815-355-5555 Nittany Express Airport Shuttle........... 814-867-4646 Diamond Limousine........................... 814-667-2300 VIP Limo (Fullington).......................... 800-435-6556

Average TEMPERATURES JANUARY

Normal High: 32˚F Normal Low: 18˚F

MAY

Normal High: 69˚F Normal Low: 48˚F

SEPTEMBER Normal High: 71˚F Normal Low: 53˚F

FEBRUARY

Normal High: 36˚F Normal Low: 20˚F

JUNE

Normal High: 77˚F Normal Low: 57˚F

OCTOBER

Normal High: 61˚F Normal Low: 41˚F

MARCH

Normal High: 45˚F Normal Low: 27˚F

JULY

Normal High: 81˚F Normal Low: 62˚F

NOVEMBER

Normal High: 48˚F Normal Low: 33˚F

APRIL

Normal High: 58˚F Normal Low: 37˚F

AUGUST

Normal High: 80˚F Normal Low: 60˚F

DECEMBER

Normal High: 37˚F Normal Low: 24˚F

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The Central PA Convention & Visitors Bureau, State College

Services &

RESOURCES

Associations & Organizations AARONSBURG CIVIC CLUB, INC. (AD: 64; MAP: E5)

319 W. Aaron Square, Aaronsburg, PA 16820 814-380-4599 • www.aaronsburgcc.org

Historic Aaronsburg - site of annual Dutch Fall Festival.

AAUW - STATE COLLEGE BRANCH

176 Technology Drive, Suite 400 Boalsburg, PA 16804 814-466-6041 • www.aauwstatecollege.org

Accepting donations Jun-Mar for our May 12-15 2018 book sale.

BELLEFONTE INTERVALLEY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (AD: 52-53; MAP: D5) 320 W. High St., Train Station, Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-355-2917 • www.bellefontechamber.org

Working to improve the community’s economic, civic, recreational and educational climate.

BOALSBURG VILLAGE CONSERVANCY Main Street, Boalsburg, PA 16827 boalsburgvillageconservancy.org

To preserve the history of Boalsburg and Harris Township.

CENTRE LGBTQA SUPPORT NETWORK 162 Limerock Terrace, State College, PA 16801 814-238-1764 •www.centreLGBTQA.org

LGBTQA and Education and Activities in the Centre Region.

CHAMBER OF BUSINESS & INDUSTRY OF CENTRE COUNTY (AD: 93; MAP: E5) 131 S. Fraser St., State College, PA 16801 814-234-1829 • www.cbicc.org

Representing businesses throughout Centre County.

CLEARWATER CONSERVANCY

2555 N. Atherton St., State College, PA 16803 814-237-0400 • www.clearwaterconservancy.org

Nonprofit central PA natural resource conservation org.

GLENN O. HAWBAKER, INC

1952 Waddle Road, Suite 203, State College, PA 16803 814-237-1444 • www.goh.inc.com

HISTORIC BELLEFONTE INC. (AD: 53; MAP: E5) 320 W. High Street, Train Station, P.O. Box 14 Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-355-2917 • www.visitbellefonte.com

Dedicated to revitalization and preservation of Bellefonte’s Victorian heritage.

LEMONT VILLAGE ASSOCIATION 133 Mt. Nittany Road, Lemont, PA 16851 814-238-1288 • www.lemontvillage.org

History matters in Lemont /Events aimed to encourage learning.

MIFFLINBURG HERITAGE REVITALIZATION ASSOCIATION 300 Chestnut St., Mifflinburg, PA 17844 570-966-1666 • www.mifflinburgpa.com

Experience the 19th century charm of Mifflinburg; specialty shops, museums, historic homes and events.

MOSHANNON VALLEY ECON. DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP

200 Shady Lane Drive, Philipsburg, PA 16866 814-342-2260 • www.mvedp.org

Nonprofit organization to stimulate economic development.

PHILIPSBURG REVITALIZATION CORPORATION/MAIN STREET

203 N. Front St., Box 4, Philipsburg, PA 16866 814-577-3954 Downtown Revitalization~Heritage Events~Business Developement.

Tourism~Community

Banks AMERISERV FINANCIAL BANK

1857 N. Atherton St., State College, PA 16803 814-235-6809 • www.ameriserv.com

The products and services of a large bank with the personal service of a community bank

DRSM WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Mail Code: PA9-120-02-00 475 Rolling Ridge Dr., Ste. 100, State College, PA 16801 814-231-8914 • www.fa.ml.com/DRSS_Group Financial Services Provider.

Specializing in heavy construction, paving & design services

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SERVICES & RESOURCES FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF PA

117 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801 814-231-4541 • www.fnb-online.com

MAC/PLUS Offices throughout Centre County.

NESTLERODE & LOY INVESTMENT ADVISORS

110 Regent Court, #202, State College, PA 16804 814-238-6249 • www.nestlerode.com An independent investment advisory firm.

PENN STATE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION (AD: 90; MAP: E5)

123 Amberleigh Lane, Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-865-7728 • www.pennstatefederal.com Offices offering savings & loan products

PSECU (AD: 88)

1500 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110 717-234-8484 • www.psecu.com

Full-service, not-for-profit institution; providing convenient electronic delivery services at no or low-cost.

Churches KEYSTONE CHURCH & MINISTRIES, INC State College, PA 16803 814-234-3231 • www.keychurch.net

Love God, Love People, Make a Difference.

PARK FOREST VILLAGE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

1833 Park Forest Ave., State College, PA 16803-1403 814-238-2657 • www.pfvumc.org We offer a message of faith, hope and love for all ages.

ST. PAUL’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 250 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-237-2163 • www.stpaulsc.org

Traditional & “blended” Sunday worship, excellent ministries.

Communications & Media ALTOONA MIRROR

301 Cayuga Ave., Altoona, PA 16602 814-946-7411 • www.altoonamirror.com

Call for all your advertising & website needs.

BARASH MEDIA/TOWN&GOWN MAGAZINE 403 S. Allen St., Ste. 200, State College, PA 16801 814-238-5051 • www.townandgown.com

Publishers of Town&Gown, sports annuals, custom publications

CENTRAL PA NEWSPAPERS: SENTINEL 352 Sixth St., Lewistown, PA 17044 717-248-6741 • www.lewistownsentinel.com

Advertising opportunities in Lewistown Sentinel, Altoona Mirror, Lock Haven Express & Williamsport Sun Gazette.

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CENTRE DAILY TIMES

3400 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-238-5000 • www.centredaily.com Serving Central PA, home delivery.

FRANK CREATIVE

1065 Rockey Ridge Road, Boalsburg, PA 16827 410-812-9936

Proven branding and marketing solutions for any size budget

SEVEN MOUNTAINS MEDIA

160 W. Clearview Ave., State College, PA 16803 814-238-5085 • www.7mountainsmedia.com

Contemporary hits, news, sports, weather on 95.3 FM.

SLEEPLESS MEDIA

2601 41st Ave., Ste B., Soquel, CA 95073 831-427-1968 • www.sleeplessmedia.com

Custom website design/developement Co. w/over 10yrs exp.

STATE COLLEGE MAGAZINE

1001 University Drive, State College, PA 16801 814-867-2222 • www.statecollegemagazine.com

Region’s premiere full color, full size monthly magazine

VERTICAL RAIL CREATIVE

9057C Soquel Dr. Suite B, Aptos, CA 95003 831-684-1500 • www.verticalrail.com

Specializing: Hospitality/Tourism,SEO,Social Media Marketing

WTAJ-TV

5000 6th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602 814-942-1010 • www.wearecentralpa.com

WTAJ is the area’s leader in news - WTAJ News and Stormtracker Weather.

Designers GRAPHICS & DESIGN

421 S. Pugh Street, State College, PA 16801 814-238-3136 • www.graphicsanddesign.net

Creative design solutions for unique branding and marketing.

IMPRESSIONS

2330 Commercial Blvd., Ste. 600 State College, PA, 16801 814-234-1378 • www.2impress.net

Full service exhibit design house & corp. image development.


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SERVICES & RESOURCES LOADED CREATIVE, LLC

141 W High Street • Bellefonte, PA 16823 814.353.0144 • www.weareloaded.com

Advertising, Design, Website, Branding, Marketing Consulting.

PASSMORE DESIGN

122 Limestone Dr., Pleasant Gap, PA 16823 814-353-8853 Graphic design services.

PENN STATE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (AD: 76; MAP: E5)

Hintz Alumni Center, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-6516 • www.alumni.psu.edu

PENN STATE STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS

243 Ritenour Building, University Park, PA 16802 814-863-1030 • www.psu.edu

Committed to a mission of teaching, research and public service.

Education BARTELL & BARTELL, LTD.

432 Rolling Ridge Drive, Ste. #4, State College, PA 16801 814-861-6606 • www.bartellbartell.com Technology for Demystifying the People Side of Business.

DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION, PARK AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT 801 Donald H. Ford Bldg., University Park, PA 16802 814-865-1851 • www.hhdev.psu.edu/rptm

Travel-related studies on marketing, economic, social, cultural impact issues.

NITTANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

1221 W. Whitehall Rd., State College, PA 16801 814-234-5652 • www.nittanychristian.com

A Biblically-based school where kids “Love to Learn, Learn to Love.”

PENN STATE UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE

201 Shields Building, University Park, PA 16802 814-865-5471 • admissions.psu.edu

PSU’s Undergraduate Admissions Office handles visitation programs for prospective students and parents.

PSEA - PENNSYLVANIA STATE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION 400 Shiloh Road, State College, PA 16801 814-238-1201 • www.psea.org

Our mission is to advance quality public education for all students while fostering the dignity and worth of members through collective action.

SCHLOW CENTRE REGION LIBRARY 211 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801 814-237-6236 • www.schlowlibrary.org

Free Internet, Wi-Fi and resources in the heart of downtown.

SOUTH HILLS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY 480 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA 16801 814-234-7755 • www.southhills.edu

Offering state-of-the-art, career-focused educational programs

STATE COLLEGE FRIENDS SCHOOL

1900 University Drive, State College, PA 16801 814-237-8386 • www.statecollegefriendsschool.org K-8 grade independent school for families of all faiths.

WILDLIFE FOR EVERYONE ENDOWMENT FOUNDATION 341 Science Park Road, Suite 103 State College, PA 16803-2287 814-238-8138 • www.wildlifeforeveryone.org

63,000+ acres for public use education and research.

Employment PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL OF CENTRE COUNTY

2595 Clyde Ave., Ste. 1, State College, PA 16801 814-237-8998 • www.piccc.org

Employment and career services for businesses and individuals in Central PA and throughout the I-99 Corridor.

Health & Human Services GEISINGER

Gray’s Woods, 132 Abigail Lane, Port Matilda, PA 16870 814-272-7200 • www.geisinger.org

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Primary/specialty care, lab & x-ray services in Central PA.


SERVICES & RESOURCES MEDEXPRESS URGENT CARE

1613 N. Atherton St., Ste. B, State College, PA 16803 814-238-1066 • www.medexpress.com

MedExpress provides expert urgent care at your convenience.

MOUNT NITTANY HEALTH SYSTEM 1800 E. Park Ave., State College, PA 16803 814-231-7170 • www.mountnittany.org

Mount Nittany Medical Center & Mount Nittany Physician Group

TAYLOR MADE COORDINATION SERVICES, INC. 912 Pittsburgh Street, Springdale, PA 15144 412-706-2702 • www.taylormadecs.com The missing link to arranging in home care.

Printers & Signs COLONIAL PRESS LLC

500 Torrey Lane, Boalsburg, PA 16827 814-466-3380 • www.colonialpress.net

All your printing and mailing needs under one roof!

JARU COPY SERVICES

1300 South Allen Street, State College, PA 16801 814-234-3705 • www.jaruinc.com

Real Estate & Apartment Rentals A.W. & SONS

309 E. Beaver Avenue, State College, PA 16801 814-237-0363 • www.awandsons.com

Quality living at affordable prices in Downtown State College.

APARTMENT STORE

444 E. College Avenue, Suite 210 State College, PA 16801 814-234-6860 • www.apartmentstore.com

Full-service property management specializing in student apt

ASSOCIATED REALTY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

456 E. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-231-3333 • www.arpm.com

Serving the needs of students, Families, Professionals, property owners since 1978

ATLAS REALTY MANAGEMENT CO., INC.

315 S. Allen St., Suite #123, State College, PA 16801 814-238-0741 • www.marionplace.com Commercial & Residential property management.

From small print to large -one stop for all your print needs

LAUREL VALLEY GRAPHICS

1511 Monastery Drive, Latrobe, PA 15650 724-539-4545 • www.lvgraphics.net Great printing-fast-low pricing.

SPECTRUM PRINTING, INC

1160 Enterprise Road, East Petersburg, PA 17520-1604 717-569-3200 • www.spectrumprintpartner.com

Full Color Printing - Sheet fed, digital and variable data printing, mailing and fulfilment.

THEPRINTERS.COM

3500 E. College Avenue, Suite 1000 State College, PA 16801 814-238-8445 • www.theprinters.com

Full color - any size - any quantity- signs & banners too!

Promotional Items NEW LOOK UNIFORM & EMBROIDERY, INC. 800 S. 20th St. & Pleasant Valley Blvd. Altoona, PA 16602 814-944-5515 • www.newlookuniforms.com

Custom imprintable sportswear & uniforms, corporate promotions & corporate identity. “Your logo is our business.”

PROFORMA LLH PROMOS (AD: 67; MAP: E5) P.O. Box 24, Warriors Mark, PA 16877 814-632-8588 • www.llhpromos.com Ad Specialties, printing.

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SERVICES & RESOURCES BROWER, MELISSA (REALTOR), KISSINGER BIGATEL & BROWER REALTORS 1612 N. Atherton Street, State College, PA 16803 814-880-1616 • melissa-brower.com

Happily serving buyers & sellers in Centre County since 1995

G.N. ASSOCIATES REALTY

119 S Burrowes St., State College, PA 16801 814-238-1878 • www.gnassociates.com

Commercial Real Estate, shared Executive Office space in downtown State College.

KELLER WILLIAMS ADVANTAGE REALTY 740 S. Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 814-272-3333 • www.kw.com

The industries most highly acclaimed model for doing business.

KISSINGER BIGATEL & BROWER REALTORS (AD: 94; MAP: E5)

2300 S. Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 814-234-4000 • www.1kbb.com

Serving Central PA since 1933. The experience of yesterday, helping you today, plan for tomorrow.

LIONS GATE APARTMENTS

424 Waupelani Drive, H-13, State College, PA 16801 814-238-2600 • www.lionsgateapts.com

A warm, comfortable community with a diverse mix of residents.

PARK FOREST ENTERPRISES, INC. REALTORS 1000 W. Aaron Drive, State College, PA 16803 814-238-3431 • www.rentpfe.com Apartment Rentals - Samuel Hawbaker, Realtor.

PINEHURST HOMES

2090 E. College Avenue, State College, PA 16801 814-237-4663 • www.pinehurstcustomhomes.net

Custom Home Builder with choices for you. Many Developments!

RE/MAX CENTRE REALTY

1375 Martin St., State College, PA 16803 814-231-8200 • www.statecollegehomesales.com

Uncompromising qualilty in the listing and selling of real estate.

THE RETREAT AT STATE COLLEGE (AD: 91; MAP: E5)

300 Waupelani Drive, State College, PA 16801 814-231-0871 • www.retreatstatecollege.com

Award winning student cottages close to campus.

Retirement Communities FOXDALE VILLAGE

500 E. Marylyn Ave., State College, PA 16801 814-238-3322 • www.foxdalevillage.org

Continuing care, retirement community; residential assisted living, nursing care.

JUNIPER VILLAGE AT BROOKLINE

1930 Cliffside Drive, State College, PA 16801 814-238-3193 • www.junipercommunities.com

A full spectrum of retirement living and healthcare services

VILLAGE AT PENN STATE: UNIVERSITYBASED RETIREMENT COMMUNITY (UBRC) 260 Lion’s Hill Road, State College, PA 16803 814-238-1949 • www.villageatpennstate.com

Vision Behind the Dream. Continuing care retirement community/planned residential development.

VILLAGE HEIGHTS CONDOMINIUM ASSOC.

305 Village Heights Drive, #323, State College, PA 16801 814-231-5507 • www.villageheightspa.com

Gated retirement condominium living in State College. Location-Ownership-Security-Amentities-Lifestyle-Services.

Services & Agencies CENTRE FOUNDATION

1377 Ridge Master Dr., State College, PA 16803 814-237-6229 • www.centre-foundation.org

Building endowments to meet the changing needs of Centre County.

HARTMAN GROUP (THE)

1051 Shiloh Rd., State College, PA 16801 814-231-0100 • www.hartmangroup1.com

Commercial Risk Management, Estate Strategies, Wholesale Broker Support, Affinity Marketing, Consulting.

HOSPITALITY ASSET MGMT. CO.

240 S. Pugh Street, Ste. A, State College, PA 16801 814-234-2700 • www.hamco4.com

Professional Management Team developing & operating hotels.

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SERVICES & RESOURCES KLINE AGENCY

111 East High Street, Bellefonte, PA 16823 814-355-3671 Insurance Agency, Independent Agent.

Sports Facilities BRYCE JORDAN CENTER

Penn State University, 127 Bryce Jordan Center University Park, PA 16802 814-863-5500 • www.bjc.psu.edu

16,000 seat arena.Conferences, entertainment & sports events.

STATE COLLEGE SPIKES (AD: 78; MAP: E5) 112 Medlar Field at Lubrano Park University Park, PA 16802 814-272-1711 • www.statecollegespikes.com

Class-A Minor League Affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Technology TOPP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

1110 Saginaw St., Scranton, PA 18505 800-982-4021 • www.toppcopy.com A world class provider of technology & office automation.

CENTRE COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY 2493 Fox Hill Road, State College, PA 16803 814-237-2011 • www.universityparkairport.com University Park Airport passenger terminal.

CENTRE FOR TRAVEL, INC.

1600 University Drive, State College, PA 16801 814-238-4987 • www.centrefortravel.com For business and pleasure travel.

FULLINGTON TRAILWAYS BUS COMPANY 2101 Alexander Drive, State College, PA 16803 814-355-4900 • www.fullingtontours.com

Central PA’s premier motorcoach Co. for all transport. needs

FULLINGTON VIP LIMOUSINE

2101 Alexander Drive, State College, PA 16803 800-435-6556 • www.fullingtontours.com

Schedule your luxury stretch limousine or SUV limousine.

NITTANY RV

1420 Pine Creek Rd., Coburn, PA 16832 814-303-9303 • www.nittanyrv.com

PSU football RV’s. Parked & tailgate ready when you arrive

UNIVERSITY PARK AIRPORT (AD: 95; MAP: E5) 2535 Fox Hill Road, State College, PA 16803 814-865-5511 • www.universityparkairport.com

Offering major airlines & convenient, affordable connections

Transportation AVIS RENT-A-CAR

University Park Airport, 2493 Fox Hill Road State College, PA 16803 814-234-AVIS • www.avis.com

2 locations - 1310 S. Atherton Street and at the University Park Airport

CATA (CENTRE AREA TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY) 2081 W. Whitehall Rd.and 108 E. Beaver Ave. State College, PA 16801 814-238-CATA (2282) • www.catabus.com

Public transportation and transportation alternatives.

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Convention & Visitors Bureau

800 E. Park Ave., State College, PA 16803 800-358-5466 • 814-231-1400 VisitPennState.org


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