Central PA Meeting Planner Guide

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MEETINGS CONVENTIONS EVENTS


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Professional Affiliations

Contents

Professional Affiliations --------------------------------------------------- 3 Transportation ---------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Driving Directions ----------------------------------------------------------- 5 Meeting Facilities ----------------------------------------------------------- 6-15 Unique Venues ---------------------------------------------------------------- 16 Green Meeting Facilities --------------------------------------------------- 17 Out of the Ordinary --------------------------------------------------------- 18 Team Building Activities ------------------------------------------------ 19 Meeting Space & Catering ------------------------------------------------ 20 For Your Smaller Meeting Needs ------------------------------------- 21 Central PA Tasting Trail--------------------------------------------------- 22-23 After Your Meeting ----------------------------------------------------- 24-25 Festivals & Special Events------------------------------------------------- 26 Central PA Tour Roar Explore--------------------------------------------- 27

State College is the perfect place to hold your next meeting, convention or event. The Centre region is home to Penn State University, award-winning hotels, meeting and conference centers, and boasts one of the largest adventure-based team building courses on the East Coast. “Meet in the middle” as Central Pennsylvania is convenient driving distance from Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, New York City, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore; while University Park Airport offers daily flights in and out of State College. But who says your time here has to be all work and no play? After your meeting, downtown State College offers a vibrant nightlife, theaters, shopping, museums, attractions and concerts. You can keep up with your active lifestyle during your conference on nearby cycling trails, running trails, golf courses, fishing and kayaking streams! Whether you’re planning a meeting for 10 people or an event for as many as 16,000, the Central PA Convention & Visitors Bureau is your one stop resource for all your needs - we’ll help you find the perfect facilities, accommodations, activities and more! • • • • • • •

On-line Housing Service Plan and Coordinate Site Visits Send RFPs to your Preferred Hotels Provide Welcome Bags for Registrants Assistance with Day Tours Presentations at your Office or Board Meeting PR, Media, & Social Media

GROUP TOURS:

• • • • • •

• Pennsylvania Bus Association (PBA) • Maryland Bus Association (MBA) • American Bus Association (ABA)

Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) National Association of Sports Commisions (NASC) Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Society (PRPS) United State Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) Amateur Softball Association (ASA) PA Sports

TRAVEL ASSOCIATIONS: • Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI) • Pennsylvania Association of Travel & Tourism (PATT) • Mid Atlantic Tourism Public Relations Alliance (MATPRA)

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For more information on bringing your meeting to State College, contact Shirley Smith, Director of Sales at shirleys@ visitpennstate.org or Brenda Hall, Sales Manager at brendah@visitpennstate.org or 800-358-5466 or (814) 231-1401.

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SPORTS:

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American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Middle Pennsylvania Meeting Professionals International (MPMPI) Pennsylvania Society of Association Executives (PASAE) Religious Conference Management Association (RCMA) Association of Meeting Professionals (AMP)

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Transportation

Driving Directions

Air Service University Park Airport is located five miles from downtown State College and the Penn State campus. Private or charter aircraft may fly into University Park Airport. Please call (814) 865-5511 to make arrangements. There are facilities for overnight accommodations, fuel and maintenance services for aircraft. Other area airports include Harrisburg International Airport, located 90 miles from State College. University Park Airport/Centre County Airport Authority....(814) 237-2011 Harrisburg International Airport ........................................ 888-235-9442 Delta ............................................................................................. 800-225-2525 US Airways Express ................................................................. 800-428-4322 United Express .......................................................................... 800-241-6522

Getting here has never been easier! Fly in and out of The University Park Airport

Motorcoach Fullington Trailways and Greyhound Lines connections are available to and from State College. CATA is available for local service

From New York City - I-80 West. In PA, exit from I-80 (the

CATA: Centre Area Transportation Authority................. (814 ) 238-2282 Fullington Trailways ...............................................................(814) 238-1100 Greyhound Bus Lines ............................................................(814) 238-7971 Fullington VIP Limousine ......................................................(800) 435-6556 Railway State College is serviced by AMTRAK via stations in Harrisburg, Altoona, Lewistown Amtrak ........................................................................................(800) 872-7245

Keystone Shortway) at Exit #161 (Bellefonte) and follow I-99/Route 220 South to State College.

From Philadelphia - Take the Northeast Extension of the

Pennsylvania Turnpike to I-80. Take Exit #161 (Bellefonte) and follow I-99/Route 220 South to State College. -OR- Take Philadelphia Schuylkill Expressway to the Pennsylvania Turnpike, leave the Turnpike at Exit #247 (Harrisburg East), and follow I-283 to I-83 and proceed North on I-83 to the I-81 interchange. Then follow I-81 West to Route 322, 22 West Exit. Proceed West on Route 322 through Lewistown to State College.

Fullington Trailways offers trollies and limosines

Rental Cars Avis Rent-A-Car, University Park Airport ..........................(814) 237-9750 Hertz Rent-A-Car......................................................................(814) 237-1728 Enterprise Rent-A-Car.............................................................(814) 238-4450 Taxis AA Taxi Inc...................................................................................(814) 231-8294 Golden Taxi.................................................................................(814) 355-2200 Handy Delivery Taxi.................................................................(814) 353-6001 Nittany Express Airport Shuttle..........................................(814) 867-4646 Diamond Limousine...............................................................(814) 364-1960 VIP Limo (Fullington).............................................................(800) 435-6556 Nittany Express.........................................................................(814) 867-4646 Pedi-Cab Service Vamos! Lion Chariot ................................................................(814) 404-2782

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From Pittsburgh - Follow Route 22 East to Duncansville,

I-99/Route 220 North to Route 322 East to Mt. Nittany Expressway/State College.-OR- Follow Route 22 East beyond Duncansville to Water Street, Route 45 East to Pine Grove Mills and Route 26 North to State College.

From Washington D.C. - Take Route 270 to Frederick

then Route 70 to Breezewood - PA turnpike (Exit #161) and go one Exit West to Bedford (Exit #146); Take I-99 North to Rt. 220 to Route 322 East to State College. -OR- Take I-95 or the Baltimore-Washington Parkway to Baltimore, West loop I-695 to I-83 North. Continue on I-83 North to the I-81 interchange. Then follow I-81 West to Route 322, 22 Exit. Proceed West on Route 322 to Lewistown and State College.

From the West - Take I-80 to Exit #123 (Woodland) just

East of Clearfield, then Route 322 East to State College. -OR- One may also Exit I-80 at Exit #161 (Bellefonte) and follow I-99/Route 220 South to State College. DISTANCE FROM MAJOR CITIES: City

Miles

City

Miles

Baltimore

155

Harrisburg

88

Philadelphia

200

Pittsburgh

140

Washington, DC

210

New York City

252

Vamos! Lion Chariot pedi--cabs is a fun way to get around town

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Meeting Facilities:

Meeting Facilities:

Bryce Jordan Center Bryce Jordan Center

127 Bryce Jordan Center, University Park, PA 16802 (814) 863-5500 • FAX (814) 863-5705 • www.bjc.psu.edu We are proud to present the Bryce Jordan Center at Penn State University. It is designed to be the most convenient and accommodating convocation and events center of its class. Location The Bryce Jordan Center, located on the campus of the Pennsylvania State University, is centrally located within the state of Pennsylvania and is the only entertainment facility of its size in the region. Accessible by air and land; adjacent to Penn State’s Beaver Stadium, within walking distance from Center campus or Downtown State College. Accommodations The Bryce Jordan Center hosts groups from 10 to 15,000; Fashioned to host small to large conventions with a combined meeting space of 78,120 sq. ft., sporting events, trade shows (over 360 exhibit booths), banquets for over 1,600; The 15,000-seat Bryce Jordan Center hosts circuses, sports exhibitions, family shows, commencements, lectures, and Big Ten Basketball, as well as some of the top-name performers in the music entertainment industry. Dining/Entertainment On-site dining accommodated through our own in-house catering; we will cater any size group; tremendous variety of menu items and pricing structures to meet any budget and style. Event and theme decorating available; Major entertainment facility hosting national and international entertainers, sporting events and family shows; Entertainment schedules and tickets are available by calling (814) 865-5555 or through our web site at www.bjc.psu.edu. Meeting and Banquet Facilities Seating Name of Room

Dim.

SQ. FT.

Theatre

Rec.

Banq.

Ex. Bths. 8x10

Conference Wing: A

24’ x 36’

864

63

123

50

6

B

34’ x 42’

1,428

112

204

80

12

C

42’ x 50’

2,100

150

300

120

14

D

30’ x 36’

1,080

77

154

60

10

E

28’ x 40’

1,120

84

160

65

6

F

28’ x 40’

1,120

84

160

65

6

236’ x 130’

30,680

2,200

4,000

1,440

168

Arena: Floor Seats

14,000

N/A

Concourse View

200

N/A

640

84

Concourse

56

South Annex: Floor

6

165’ x 105’

17,325

1,100

2,475

Services/Facilities/Shops Portable staging; Rigging; Productions and Promoter Offices; 12 star dressing and locker rooms; Green Room; Press Room with secure data lines and wireless options; Spotlights; Sound System; HD Message Screens; Customer Relations; Penn State souvenirs and event merchandise for sale in merchandise stands throughout the Concourse area. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Access to all Penn State campus recreational and cultural facilities including swimming, tennis, golf, art museums, theatres and shops. Amusement parks, boating and skiing are within a 5 to 30 mile radius.

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The Atherton Hotel The Atherton Hotel

125 South Atherton Street, State College, PA 16801 (814) 231-2100 For Reservations: 800-832-0132 www.athertonhotel.net Location Conveniently located in the heart of vibrant and charming downtown State College, PA. The hotel is one block from Penn State’s Campus on business route 322 and within walking distance or a short ride to all Penn State venues including The Lion Shrine, Pegula Ice Arena, Bryce Jordan Center, Beaver Stadium and downtown businesses, restaurants, and shops. Accommodations State College’s premier boutique hotel offers 150 comfortably and traditionally decorated guest rooms including ten 2-room suites with living room, kitchenette, and a 3 bedroom VIP suite. All guest rooms feature large working desk, complimentary high speed wireless internet access, Keurig coffee maker, hair dryer, full size iron and ironing board, alarm clock radio, cable television on flat screen tvs, on demand in-theatre movies and tv shows, Room Service, complimentary shoe shine service, same day dry cleaning and laundry service. Dining/Entertainment Full service Tarragon Restaurant features a variety of delicious, homemade selections, for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and Room Service. Featuring daily specials for dinner including fresh fish, USDA Prime Beef, and a Classic All-American Menu, Tarragon is open daily for cheerful, quick, homemade full-service hot breakfast as well as quick pickup to-go items for those in a hurry in the mornings. Rumors Lounge, a quiet upscale conversation bar, offers daily drink and snack specials as well as a full lunch and dinner menu. Services/Facilities/Shops The Banquet and Catering Department offers full service banquet and wedding menus for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and breaks for meetings scheduled in any one of our meeting spaces or ballroom. Complete banquet facilities include 8,500 sq. ft. of meeting space for groups up to 500 guests including complete audio/visual inventory, high speed wireless internet access, business services and meeting planning services. Complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Award-winning golf courses two miles from hotel, downtown theatres, sports arenas and nightlife all within walking distance to the hotel. Guests also can enjoy the use of an on-site fitness room as well as complimentary access to Lion Heart Fitness, The Athletic Club, and Penn State’s Pool and Swimming Facility.

Meeting and Banquet Facilities Name of Room

Cap.

SQ. FT.

Dim.

Ceiling

Regency A

120

1425

26.5’ x 54’

10’

Regency B

120

1425

26.5’ x 54’

10’

Regency Ballroom

250

2850

53’ x 54’

10’

Vanderbilt

100

1100

25’ x 44’

10’

Executive Boardroom

40

550

25’ x 22’

10’

Carnegie

15

200

13’ x 15’

9’

Whitney

40

420

20’ x 21’

10’

Tarragon

74

2335

32’ x 33’

9.5’

Rumors

43

1055

32’ x 33’

9.5’

Upper Lobby

250

1100

26’ x 42’

9.5’

Regency A Lobby

100

1100

61’ x 18’

9.5’

Regency B Lobby

100

625

48’ x 13’

10’

Guest Room

30

225

19’ x 12’

8’

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Meeting Facilities:

Meeting Facilities:

Hilton Garden Inn

Days Inn Penn State Days Inn Penn State

Hilton Garden Inn

240 South Pugh Street, State College, PA 16801 (814) 238-8454 • 800-258-DAYS (3297) E-Mail: sales@centrehotel.com • www.lioncountrylodging.com

1221 East College Avenue, State College, PA 16801 (814) 272-1221 • 866-204-1221 Email: scest-salesadm@hilton.com www.lioncountrylodging.com

Location Conveniently located in the “Heart of Downtown” State College just 1 block from the Penn State campus, shopping, dining and entertainment, 2 miles from Penn State conference facilities, 1 mile from Beaver Stadium and the Bryce Jordan Center, 2 miles from Science Park, 90 miles from Harrisburg International Airport, 15 miles south of I-80. Free airport shuttle service from University Park Airport (5 miles).

Location Conveniently located 1/4 mile off 322 Bypass on Route 26S (College Avenue). 1/2 mile from Penn State University, Bryce Jordan Center and Beaver Stadium. Courtesy shuttle van to and from University Park airport. Accommodations Offering 103 spacious guest rooms including 8 suites full of thoughtful amenities. Guest rooms feature large work desks, high-speed internet access, two dual-line speaker phones with voicemail and data ports, microwave ovens, refrigerators, coffee makers, hairdryers, irons and ironing boards, alarm clock radios, cable televisions, guest laundry, dry-cleaning services, and complimentary daily newspapers. Complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel.

Accommodations A 6-story atrium hotel with 186 beautifully appointed guest rooms, including two suites. Rooms featuring desks, refrigerators, iron and ironing boards, hairdryers, AM/FM alarm clocks, remote control HDTV, with non-smoking and wheelchair accessible rooms available. Our Days Inn Business Place level rooms are designed for the business traveler with upscale appointments featuring king-size beds, refrigerators, microwaves, complimentary highspeed wireless Internet, oversized desks, coffee makers, and complimentary daily newspapers. Pet friendly rooms are available. Dining/Entertainment Mad Mex Restaurant and Lounge offering casual dining and serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and libations. A seasonal patio makes Mad Mex a State College favorite for open air dining. Room service is also available. Brewsky’s Bottle Shop, conveniently located on premise, sells 6 packs, 12 packs or individual bottles of beer, wine coolers, sodas, and snacks to carry out. Days Inn Penn State is just steps away from a variety of downtown shops, local attractions and nightlife. Meeting and Banquet Facilities Name of Room

Seating Dim.

Town Square Atrium

Irregular

Centre Commons

50’ x 100’

Banq.

Class.

Theatre

Rec. 400

300/400

250

580

600

Willow

32’ x 22’

40/70

36

60

80

Sylvan

50’ x 26’

60/110

60

120

100

Centre

50’ x 26’

60/110

60

120

100

Arbor

50’ x 26’

60/110

60

120

100

Linden

27’ x 49’

80/90

60

100

125

Grove

27’ x 21’

40/48

30

45

50

Madison (Boardroom)

12’ x 24’

12

Holmes and Foster

24’ x 24’

24/44

24

40

50

Logan and Harris

24’ x 24’

24/44

24

40

50

Restaurant

88

53’ x 61’

185

Services/Facilities/Shops Professional staff and on-site catering services providing complete and detailed conference, meeting, banquet and wedding planning with facilities available to accommodate up to 600 persons. Conference and meeting amenities include large 4 section meeting room and 7 breakout rooms, complete audio-visual inventory, high-speed wired and wireless Internet access to all conference rooms, pleasant and relaxing Town Square Atrium with Victorian gazebo, business center, village clock, waterfall and arbor. Ample free parking available. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Heated indoor swimming pool and modern exercise equipment in our on-site fitness center. Close to golf courses, Tussey Mountain skiing, Penn State sports activities, Bryce Jordan Center, Beaver Stadium, museums and theaters. Just a short drive to historic Boalsburg, Pennsylvania Military Museum, and Columbus Chapel, historic Bellefonte, Tallyrand Park and Curtin Village (10 miles); Penns Cave, wineries, glider rides and state parks.

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Dining/Entertainment Full service restaurant offers a variety of delicious menu selections for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a full service bar. Pavilion Lounge with double-sided fireplace, casual seating and access to our terrace patio for warm weather gatherings. Services/Facilities/Shops Our in-house catering professionals provide breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack options for meetings served in our Director’s Boardroom or College Hall. College Hall opens onto a brick patio for use as a social area in warm weather. For conferences, meetings, and weddings, the 2,350 square feet of divisible meeting and banquet space to accommodate up to 135 guests features high-speed internet access with wireless option, complete audiovisual inventory, fax and phone lines. 24-hour Pavilion Pantry convenience mart and access to the complimentary Business Center complete with fax machine, printer and photocopier. Ample free parking is available. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Indoor heated swimming pool, whirlpool and state-of-the-art fitness equipment in our on-site fitness center. Hilton Garden Inn is just a 1-mile drive to Downtown restaurants, shopping, theatre and nightlife and minutes from Penn State University’s Bryce Jordan Center and Beaver Stadium. Meeting and Banquet Facilities Room

Dim.

Banq.

Class.

Theatre

Rec.

Nittany Room

25’ x 35’

50

30

60

70

Tussey Room

25’ x 35’

50

30

60

70

College Hall

35’ x 50’

100/135

84

125

150

Directors Boardroom

Irregular

12

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Meeting Facilities: Hyatt Place State College

Meeting Facilities:

Nittany Lion Inn

Hyatt Place State College

Nittany Lion Inn

4-Diamond Historic Hotel of America On the Penn State Campus/North Atherton Street at Park Avenue 200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA 16803 (814) 865-8500 • 800-233-7505 • Fax: (814) 865-8503 www.pennstatehotels.com

Brand new to State College! 219 West Beaver Avenue, State College, PA 16801 (814) 470-1592 • 800-596-3793 www.statecollege.place.hyatt.com Location

Newest hotel, located in the heart of downtown, in the new Fraser Centre along with Target, H&M and Federal Taphouse restaurant. Our hotel is steps away from Penn State University and walking distance of numerous local dining and shopping facilities. Shuttle to Airport available.

Location On the University Park campus of Penn State University in the center of Pennsylvania. Accessible by all major highways; 5 miles from University Park Airport, State College.

Accommodations

Accommodations Full-service luxury meeting facilities in Colonial style inn, offering 223 guest rooms, accessible and non-smoking rooms; seven suites, computer hookups, high-speed internet access available, iron/ironing board, hairdryers and coffee makers in room. Wi-Fi available.

Hyatt Place State College offers 165 spacious guestrooms, each with one king bed or two queen beds and our Cozy Corner plush sectional sofa, separated from the sleeping area, offering a queen-sized pull out bed. Guest rooms feature separate work space – oversize desk, premium office chair and swiveling 42” flat screen HDTV, mini-fridge, microwave, and single-serve coffeemaker. Stunning State College views from higher floors. Free Wi-Fi and remote printing available everywhere. Complimentary USA Today and Wall Street Journal Newspapers. Gallery Hosts available 24/7.

Dining/Entertainment Fine dining in the award-winning Dining Room at the Inn for breakfast 6:45 am - 11:00 am, lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm and dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm. Casual dining in pavilion-style lounge, Whiskers, and outdoor courtyard seating.

Dining & Entertainment

At our place, dining is convenient, quick, and uncomplicated. Every morning, fill your plate to the brim with our Free a.m. Kitchen Skillet™, a buffet spread stocked with all of your breakfast favorites. No matter the hour of day, order appetizers or full meals from our 24/7 Gallery Menu, letting no craving go unanswered. If you’re looking for grab-and-go food and drink, our 24/7 Gallery Market has you covered. Whether you’re looking for a caffeine boost or to wind down in the evening with a glass of wine, the Coffee to Cocktails Bar is an ideal setting.

Services/Facilities/Shops 19,500 square feet of function room space, bell service, airport shuttle, free parking, nearby car rental, on-site Penn State gift shop, on-site fitness room with Jacuzzi, room service. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Two 18-hole golf courses, use of all campus recreational and cultural facilities year-round (swimming, bowling, squash, ice skating, tennis). Nearby skiing, boating, jogging and fishing, plus museums and entertainment.

Service/Facilities/Shops

5,000 square feet of flexible space, with four rooms for small-scale meetings or bustling receptions of up to 329 guests. Unique food & beverage options, audiovisual equipment and more available with every detail managed by Gallery Hosts. Catering includes hot and cold breakfast options, business or casual lunch options, quick bites for break time, as well as, casual dinners and other options available on our extended catering menu by Federal Taphouse.

Meeting and Banquet Facilities Seating Name of Room

Meeting and Banquet Facilities

Recreational/Amusement Facilities

24-hour Coffee to Cocktails Bar where guests can order coffee, as well as items premium beers, wines, and spirits. Free access to the 24-hour “StayFit” Gym with state-of-the-art Life Fitness cardio exercise equipment with LCD touchscreens.

Seating SQ. FT.

Theatre

232

Name of Room

1,337

90

233

1,251

84

235

939

63

236

828

53

5,934

329

Entire Room

10

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Dim.

SQ. FT.

Theatre

Class.

Banq.

Rec.

Hollow Sq.

Ex. Bths. 8x8 N/A

Faculty Staff Club I & II

41’ x 67’

2,922

190

78

160

300

48

Faculty Staff Club I

22’ x 41’

902

50

18

30

100

24

N/A

Faculty Staff Club II

41’ x 45’

2,020

136

54

130

200

48

N/A

Assembly

52’ x 48’

2,496

288

144

200

250

60

20

Penn State Room

50’ x 32

1,600

108

54

80

120

60

N/A

Alumni Fireside Lounge

44’ x 34’

1,496

144

72

90

125

48

N/A

Alumni Ballroom

110’ x 56’

6,160

860

450

500

750

N/A

48

Ballroom AB or DE

33’ x 56’

1,848

176

96

140

200

60

N/A N/A

Ballroom C

44’ x 56’

2,464

312

162

200

250

60

Ballroom A, B, D or E

28’ x 30’

924

84

60

60

100

42

N/A

Mt. Nittany Room

30’ x 20’

600

70

30

40

40

30

N/A

Board Room I & II

68’ x 51’

3,468

406

216

280

350

60

27

Board Room I or II

34’ x 51’

1,734

176

96

130

175

60

N/A

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Meeting Facilities: Facilities: Meeting Conference & Golf Hotel TheRamada Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel

Meeting Facilities: The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel Meeting and Banquet Facilities

The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel

Name of Room

IACC Certified Innovation Park at Penn State 215 Innovation Boulevard, State College, PA 16803 (814) 863-5000 • 800-233-7505 • Fax: (814) 863-5003 www.pennstatehotels.com

Location In Penn State’s Innovation Park. Accessible by all major highways; 5 miles from University Park Airport, State College. Accommodations Contemporary 6-story brick hotel with 300 first class guest rooms, including 13 suites. Each guest room features magnificent mountain views and is equipped with computer and fax hookups, 2 telephones, high speed internet access, cable TV, iron/ironing board, coffee maker, refrigerator and hairdryers. Wi-Fi available. Dining & Entertainment The Gardens Restaurant offers Continental cuisine and a full-service conference dining room with emphasis on weekend buffet and Sunday brunch. Legends features casual dining with a gourmet flair. Service/Facilities/Shops Complete conference services support 38 dedicated meeting rooms, translation and business services, state-of-the-art communications technology support including teleconferencing, full program planning/development and access to University educational resources, graphic arts, secretarial and messenger services, full video production, printing and marketing capabilities, valet parking, room service and gift shop. Wi-Fi available. Complimentary airport shuttle. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Indoor lap pool, whirlpool, complete fitness center with the most current exercise equipment; Penn State’s two 18-hole golf courses and use of University recreation facilities. (See next page for details on Meeting & Banquet Facilities)

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Dim.

SQ. FT.

Theatre

Class.

Hollow Sq.

U-Shape

Banq.

Rec.

Conf.

207, 208

57’ x 38’

2,166

150

96

48

44

20

206

52’ x 38’

1,976

144

84

40

32

20

108

39’ x 38’

1,482

100

60

34

30

20

105, 106

38’ x 38’

1,406

90

48

30

24

20

205

32’ x 37’

1,184

65

48

30

24

20

104

32’ x 37’

1,184

65

46

30

24

20

203

31’ x 34’

1,054

50

30

24

16

20

112, 211

32’ x 25’

800

45

32

20

18

16

218

30’ x 25’

750

45

32

20

18

16

202

34’ x 19’

646

48

28

20

16

18

222

22’ x 22’

484

30

12

14

12

14

219

25’ x 18’

450

30

12

16

12

16

220

25’ x 18’

450

30

12

16

12

16

221

24’ x 18’

432

30

12

16

12

16

116

25’ x 16’

400

22

8

12

10

12

215

25’ x 16’

400

22

8

12

10

12

216

25’ x 16’

400

22

8

12

10

12

113

25’ x 15’

375

22

8

12

10

12

114, 115

25’ x 15’

375

22

8

12

10

12

212

25’ x 15’

375

22

8

12

10

12

213

25’ x 15’

375

22

8

12

10

12

214

25’ x 15’

375

22

8

12

10

12

217

25’ x 15’

375

22

8

12

10

12

110

21’ x 16’

336

17

8

10

8

10

111, 209, 210

21’ x 16’

336

17

8

10

8

10

201

15’ x 22’

330

22

8

8

6

12

223

15’ x 22’

330

22

8

8

6

12

101

16’ x 21’

336

17

8

8

6

10

107, 109 Forum Rms

43’ x 38’

1,684

Presidents Hall-Full Room

150’ x 71’

10,650

1,100

696

61

Presidents Hall-4 Sections

71’ x 37’

2,627

275

150

56

Deans Hall-Full Room

75’ x 56’

4,200

380

228

Deans Hall-2 Sections

56’ x 38’

2,128

150

Senate Suite-Full Room

53’ x 24’

1,272

100

Senate Suite-2 Sections

26’ x 24’

624

936

2,000

44

180

350

84

74

300

600

100

38

51

108

250

20

72

45

42

96

120

20

50

27

24

18

48

60

15

12

20

McKinnon Board Room

26’ x 34’

884

Exec. Conf. Rm.-Full Rm

56’ x 34’

1,768

120

72

48

40

80

120

12 20

Exec. Conf. Rm.-2 Sec.

26’ x 34’

884

55

32

28

20

40

55

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Meeting Facilities: Facilities: Meeting TheRamada Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel Conference & Golf Hotel Ramada Conference & Golf Hotel

Toftrees Golf Resort

Marriott Golf Route 322 (Mt. Nittany Expressway), Toftrees Exit One Country Club Lane, State College, PA 16803 (814) 234-8000 • In PA: 800-252-3551 • Fax: (814) 234-1290 Email: groupsales@toftrees.com www.toftrees.com

1450 South Atherton Street, State College, PA 16801 (814) 238-3001 • Fax: (814) 867-1527 • www.ramadasc.com *A recipient of the Pinnacle Awards Location On Business Route 322 (South Atherton Street), less than 2 miles from Penn State University, less than 3 miles from the Bryce Jordan Center, 7 miles from University Park Airport and minutes away from area attractions.

Location Nestled amidst 1,500 scenic wooded acres in Central Pennsylvania’s Allegheny Mountains is Toftrees Golf Resort. Located three miles from Penn State University and the Bryce Jordan Center, two miles from University Park Airport, and 15 miles from interstate 80. Complimentary airport shuttle available.

Accommodations 284 guest rooms (Suites, Kings and Doubles), free weekday hot & cold breakfast buffet, all rooms feature high-speed internet, irons/ironing boards, hairdryers and coffee makers; refrigerators, microwaves, cable TV with HBO, complimentary on-site parking (able to accommodate trucks and buses), check-in: 3pm (Nov-March); 4 pm (April-Oct), check-out: 11 am (Nov-March); 12 pm (April-Oct), 100% non-smoking rooms, handicapped rooms available upon request, conference center featuring general session room for up to 325 classroom style, pre-function area, amphitheatre with seating for up to 62 guests featuring ergonomic chairs, additional conference rooms and break-out space. All meeting rooms feature high-speed internet access and/ or wireless internet access, remote control audio-visual equipment utilizing advanced technology, on-site audio-visual technician and conference service manager, catering services provided by our award-winning food & beverage department, day meeting packages available, a variety of pricing & package options available. Dining & Entertainment P.J. Harrigan’s Bar & Grill, open daily for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, uniquely decorated with authentic sports and entertainment memorabilia, including Shaq’s size 22 sneakers, nightly dinner specials, Largest selection of beers, ales, wine and liquors, 13 satellite televisions for your viewing enjoyment, Happy hour Monday through Friday (5-7 pm) featuring half-price appetizers and drink discounts, live entertainment Friday and Saturday evenings, Voted #1 Bar in Happy Valley. Newly expanded lounge area. Free weekday breakfast buffet for hotel guests. Breakfast buffet available on weekends (additional charge applies). Services/Facilities/Shops Complimentary onsite business center: voicemail and high-speed internet in guest rooms, fax and photocopy service available, Room Service, complimentary airport shuttle service, same-day laundry and dry cleaning (Mon-Fri), complimentary local newspaper delivered to your door daily. Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Indoor and Outdoor Pools, Jacuzzi, Fitness Room, Game room, seasonal sand volleyball court, basketball court and horseshoe pit, Public park, golf, and skiing areas nearby, jogging and bike paths adjacent to property.

Meeting Facilities: Toftrees Golf Resort

Meeting/Conference Facilities Toftrees offers over 12,000 square feet of flexible meeting space to accommodate meetings and events ranging from 10 to 300 guests. Choose from a variety of meeting spaces including Silver Maple Ballroom I, II or III to small intimate meetings in Parlour Suite 213, to midsize meetings in Red Pine Library and Boardroom to corporate gatherings in White Oak Library, White Oak Boardroom and Cedar Cove. The Aspen Room is the perfect location for your breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The Retreat and the Lawn offer scenic outdoor function space for your banquet or event. Each unique space is equipped with individual climate controls. Many additional features are offered such as sound and lighting systems and complimentary high speed internet access. An extensive list of audiovisual equipment and on-site business services is available for your convenience. Our dedicated conference managers are available on-site to assist you with any last minute details. Accommodations 102 guest rooms, king and double beds. Club rooms feature balconies and patios. All guest rooms feature refrigerators, complimentary high speed wireless internet access, 32” LCD Television with free HBO, AM/FM radio, work station, hair dryers, iron and ironing board, individual climate controls, single serve coffee makers. Suites are available. All guest Meeting and Banquet Facilities rooms are newly renovated and reflect the ClassRecep- Confer- Hollow Usophisticated ambiance only found at fine Dimensions Sq. Ft. Banquet Theatre Name of Room room tion ence Sq. shape resorts.

Meeting and Banquet Facilities Name of Room

Dim.

SQ. FT.

Banq.

Theatre

Class.

Grand Ballroom

66’ x 68’

4,343

360

450

300

Ballroom A

33’ x 68’

2,150

180

220

150

Ballroom B

33’ x 68’

2,150

180

220

150

Chairman’s Rm

42’ x 34’

1,360

90

100

80

Chairman’s A

21’ x 34’

680

40

50

40

Chairman’s B

21’ x 34’

680

40

50

40

Exec. Forum

53’ x 34’

1,680

Director’s Rm

30’ x 34’

990

62 70

100

50

Nittany

53’ x 48’

2,544

220

270

160

Gallery

L-shape

1,854

120

140

80

Terrace A

27’ x 22’

594

50

40

30

Terrace B

27’ x 22’

594

50

40

30

Terrace Room

54’ x 22’

1,188

100

80

70

Atrium

80’ x 55’

4,400

325

500

240

Boardroom 112

12’ x 25’

12

Boardroom 114

12’ x 25’

12

Mezzanine A

12’ x 12’

Outdoor Pavilion

77’ x 30’

12 2,310

250

200

Dining/Entertainment The Field Burger & Tap embraces its farmto-table focus using the freshest ingredients available including local breads, a variety of regional amish cheese, and a private blend of sirloin, chuck, brisket, and short rib to create our hand-formed burgers. The Field offers an extensive selection of craft beers from State College and throughout Central PA. Hard milkshakes are specially blended using legendary ice cream from Penn State’s Berkey Creamery. Recreational/Amusement Facilities 4 star PGA Championship Golf Course, tennis center with four lighted courts, outdoor heated pool, Par-course fitness trail, sand volleyball court, professional golf group lessons, pro shop, and modern fitness center.

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Silver Maple Ballroom

96’ x 30’6”

2,928

240

175

300

300

--

--

--

Silver Maple Ballroom I

48’ x 30’6”

1,440

120

80

150

160

40

56

56

Silver Maple Ballroom II

24’ x 30’6”

720

50

35

75

70

20

26

32

Silver Maple Ballroom III

24’ x 30’6”

720

50

35

75

60

20

26

32

Red Pine Room

18’ x 20’

360

10

12

20

10

10

8

8

White Oak Room

28’ x 20’

560

16

16

30

16

12

10

10

Red Pine Library

18’ x 34’

612

24

20

40

24

24

22

20

White Oak Library

28’ x 24’

952

50

40

50-60

60

30

32

25

Cedar Cove

24’ x 27’

648

40

30

40

50

20

20

20

The Aspen Room

58’ x 66’

3,838

250

--

--

300

--

--

--

The Lawn (outside)

66’ x 72’

4,752

240

--

300

300

--

--

--

The Aspen Retreat (outside)

74’ x 24’

1,776

150

--

150

200

--

--

--

Parlor Suite 118

24’ x 17’

408

16

12

20

30

12

10

10

Parlor Suite 212

24’ x 17’

408

16

12

20

30

12

10

10

Parlor Suite 213

24’ x 17’

408

16

12

20

30

12

10

10

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Green Meeting Facilities

Unique Venues Nature Inn at Bald Eagle natureinnatbaldeagle.com Features LEED Certified space which includes several meeting rooms and gathering spaces, all of which can be configured to comfortably host up to 48 people. Carnegie Inn carnegieinnandspa.com For business or pleasure, consistently winning the AAA Four Diamond Award, this luxurious boutique hotel and spa offers guests a truly unique lodging and dining experience of tranquility, relaxation and comfort. Nature Inn at Bald Eagle is nestled within the natural beauty of Bald Eagle State Park.

The Carnegie Inn & Spa features the comforts, charm and warmth of a European country inn.

The Nature Inn at Bald Eagle - has a LEED rating from the U.S. Green Building Council and serves as a showcase for the latest and greatest green technologies including reduced stormwater runoff, habitat restoration, 2,800 gallon rainwater harvesting system, recycle programs leading to 75% waste diverted from landfills.

Nittany Lion Inn - practices environmental initiatives including recycling, bulk food, composting, reuse program, local food & PA vendors, corn based biodegradable cups & flatware.

HomeWaters Club homewatersclub.com HomeWaters was founded in 2001 as a private fly fishing club. Since then the Club has grown to manage more than 30 miles of blue ribbons streams across Pennsylvania. HomeWaters has added new lodges, great cuisine, and many activities in addition to fly fishing, making it a great destination for outdoor-oriented family and business retreats. Harmony Forge Inn & Event Centre harmonyforgeinn.com Harmony Forge a beautiful Inn and event property located minutes from Historic Downtown Bellefonte. The property dates back to the 1790s, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally the site of the Harmony Forge/Milesburg Iron Works, today the Harmony Forge Mansion survives, along with a large antique barn and a number of other outbuildings.

Penn Stater Conference Center - practices environmental initiatives including recycling, bulk food, composting, re-use program, local food & PA vendors, corn based biodegradable cups & flatware.

Hilton Garden Inn - A hotel built to meet sustainability requirements and adjoins Millbrook Marsh Nature Center. Harrisons Wine Grill & Catering is independently owned offering fresh and locally grown food on the menu!

Homewaters Club offers a relaxing respite from the rigors of every day life. This is a great location for business retreats and board meetings.

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Enjoy a getaway in an 18th century stone mansion, restored for historical accuracy and cozy amenities. Minutes from historic Bellefonte and Penn State University.

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Out of the Ordinary

Team Building Activities Get excited for team building activities with these unique offerings in Central PA! These fun, inclusive activities will not only build your team’s cohesiveness and foster communication, you’ll also have a blast. Plan a trip your whole group will enjoy with fun team-building activities with various skill levels to include everyone.

Pegula Ice Arena

Wineries & Distilleries

The Pegula Ice Arena is a 6,014 seat multi-purpose arena with two skating rinks: a main rink, home to Penn State’s varsity hockey programs, and a community rink.

Discover a new side of Central PA with scenic wineries and distilleries that showcase amazing products and views for your next meeting. photo credit: Jim Roof Creative

Beaver Stadium

American Philatelic Society

Stamps and a bit of history, set inside a restored 1800’s match factory, the American Philatelic Society is a unique backdrop for your next meeting or banquet.

Grange Fairgrounds

Offering many pavilions and buildings to host your event, with competitive track, barns, equine facility, indoor & outdoor arenas!

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The Mt. Nittany Club has 40-foot windows overlooking the football field and the panoramic Mount Nittany Valley. Letterman Lounge & Recruiting Lounge also provide unique venues.

Something for all seasons! Go tubing at Tussey Mountain, then warm up with some hot chocolate in the lodge

Eisenhower Schwab Auditorium

Stone Valley Vertical Adventures is the largest teambuilding facility on the East Coast! Give the ropes a shot and use skills you never knew you had!

Seating for 900 to 2500 people in the heart of Penn State’s scenic campus.

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Tranquil and therapeutic horse back rides through lovely Central PA forests

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Meeting Space & Catering

For Your Smaller Meeting Needs

Meeting Space

Catering

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites 866-840-0931 The Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites provides meeting space for 50 guests.

Above the Valley Event Center (814) 237-4422

Benjamin’s Catering (814) 466-6865

Comfort Suites (814) 235-1900 Comfort Suites offers meeting space for 64 people.

American Philatelic Society (814) 933-3803

Bown Dog Catering (814) 883-5922

Centre County Grange Fair (814) 364-9212 Duffy’s Boalsburg Tavern (814) 466-6241 Harmony Forge Inn & Event Center (814) 280-6021 Hoags Celebration Hall (814) 238-0824 Medlar Field at Lubrano Park (814) 272-1711 Mountain View Country Club (814) 466-7231 PA Military Museum (814) 466-6263 Seven Mountains Wine Cellars (814) 364-1000 The State Theatre (814) 277-0606

Champs Sports Grill (814) 234-7700 Damon’s State College (814) 237-6300

Courtyard by Marriott 800-228-9290 The Courtyard by Marriott can accommodate 50 people. Above the Valley Event Center

Hampton Inn & Suites (814) 231-1899 The Hampton Inn & Suites offers meeting space for 70 people.

Gigi’s Restaurant & Lounge (814) 861-3463

Hoags Catering (814) 238-0824

Holiday Inn Express (814) 867-1800 The Holiday Inn Express has meeting space for 60.

Panera (814) 867-8843

Marriott SpringHill Suites (814) 867-1807 The Marriott SpringHill Suites has meeting space for 70 people.

Medlar Field at Lubrano Park

Jersey Mike’s Subs (814) 954-7591

Quality Inn - State College 800-248-8494 The Quality Inn can accommodate up to 84 guests.

Outdoor Group

Courtyard by Marriott

Quality Inn - Milesburg 814-355-7521 Banquet and meeting rooms, lounge, 14 miles from Penn state University.

Dining

Mountain View Country Club (814) 466-7231

Sleep Inn (814) 235-1020 The Sleep Inn has a meeting room that can accommodate up to 35 people.

Centre Furnace Mansion (814) 234-4779

Toftrees Resort & Conference Center (814) 234-8000

Country Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn (814) 231-1590 The Hampton Inn has meeting space to accommodate 25 people.

Harrison’s Wine Grill & Catering (814) 237-4422

Ramada Conference Center (814) 237-1345

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Country Inn & Suites (814) 234-6000 The Country Inn & Suites offers meeting space for 50 people.

Super 8 800-635-1177 The Super 8 can accommodate 130 guests.

Duffy’s Boalsburg Tavern

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Holiday Inn Express

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144

45

64

550

64

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We invite you to experience a growing selection of craft breweries, distilleries. wineries, and cideries while traveling this tempting Central PA Tasting Trail. Each is passionate about their craft, bringing their unique perspective to an ever-expanding variety of flavors and styles.


After Your Meeting...

After Your Meeting... Theatre • • • • •

Penn State Centre Stage The State Theatre Millbrook Playhouse Centre for the Performing Arts Nittany Theatre at the Barn

Totally Sports • • • • •

Beaver Stadium Mt. Nittany Club / dinner, cocktail receptions Bryce Jordan Center Medlar Field Baseball Park / catered picnics All Sports Museum Pegula Ice Arena

The State Theatre, located Downtown State College

Eco Tour Activities • • • • •

Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts is held each year in July.

• • • •

Medlar Field / First LEED certified baseball park in the U.S. The Morning Star Solar Home Arboretum at Penn State Shavers Creek Environmental Center Tait Farm Foods - gift shop, hands on projects, cooking classes Millbrook Marsh Nature Center Big Spring Spirits Distillery Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park The Barn at Lemont

Adventure •

Go-Karts at Tussey Mountain

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Vertical Adventures at Stone Valley / One of the largest adventure courses in the Northeast • Team High Ropes Course • An Amped Up Jungle Gym • High Flying 30 Ft. Swing • 50 Ft. Climbing Wall • Team Low Challenge Course Tussey Mountain Sky Dive Happy Valley Catered Kayaking Excursions Hot Air Balloon Rides

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Volunteer • •

Habitat for Humanity Projects are available that benefit local needs

Art • • • • • •

The Land Grant Frescoes at Penn State / Henry Varnum Poor Palmer Museum of Art / eleven galleries Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania / Exhibits by emerging and established artists Green Drake Art Gallery Bellefonte Art Museum Gallery Shop

The Palmer Museum of Art hosts rotating exhibits year-round

Penn State University • • •

Guided Tour PSU iHear Walking Tours Berkey Creamery

Golf • • • •

Penn State Golf Courses Toftrees Marriott Golf Mountain View Country Club Miniature Golf - Tussey Mountain & Happy Valley

Indulge in luxurious spa treatments

Central PA Tasting Trail A craft beer, spirits, cider & wine experience

Spas • •

Designer’s Denn Salon & Spa Simply Health Salt Spa

Dining & Pubs • •

Paint & Sip at local wineries

Fine, casual, or outdoor dining Sports Bars to microbreweries

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Tour. CENTRE FURNANCE MANSION First charcoal iron furnace in Centre County and the birthplace of Penn State University. Home to the 1800’s Centre Furnace ironmaster. Group tours available by appointment 814-234-4779 / centrecountyhistory.org COLUMBUS CHAPEL/BOAL MANSION MUSEUM Imported from Spain in 1909, the chapel is said to have been the Christopher Columbus family chapel. Driver and escort are complimentary; bus parking available. 814-466-6210 / boalmansion.com BELLEFONTE HISTORIC RAILROAD One-way or round trip excursions accommodating up to 175 passengers; it’s the longest tourist railroad in the United States. Charter service will resume in the future. 814-355-2917 / bellefontetrain.com PENNSYLVANIA MILITARY MUSEUM This recently renovated museum commemorates the sacrifices of Pennsylvania’s Keystone Division. Driver and escort are complimentary; bus parking available. 814-466-6263 VICTORIAN BELLEFONTE TOURS & TEA 19th century streetscape, tour a Queen Anne style home, ornate mansion, shops and attend a Victorian tea party. Guided tours are available by request. 814-355-7946 AMERICAN PHILATELIC CENTER Located in a historic Match Factory. 814-933-3803 / stamps.org

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Roar. Explore... BEAVER STADIUM Home of the Penn State Nittany Lions; Mount Nittany Club, All-Sports Museum; group ticket rates, catering and special events. gopsusports.com BRYCE JORDAN CENTER Home to Penn State Basketball, Volleyball; plays host to top name entertainers, musicians, tournaments, tradeshows and more! The arena seats 16,000; offers complete conference services; Bus parking is available. 800-863-3336 / bjc.psu.edu CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Featuring world-class symphonies, ballets and Broadway shows. 814-863-0255 / cpa.psu.edu MEDLAR FIELD AT LUBRANO PARK Home of Penn State baseball & the State College Spikes, MiLB Class ‘A’ Affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals. Group Tickets, picnics and catering available; special events and tours. 814-272-1711 / StateCollegeSpikes.com PEGULA ICE ARENA Open October 2013-brand new 6,000 seat ice arena; home to Penn State Hockey, hosts special events. gopsusports.com

PENN’S CAVE AND WILDLIFE PARK America’s only all-water cavern and wildlife sanctuary. Airplane rides, gift shop, snack bar, gemstone panning. Driver and escort are complimentary; bus parking available. 814-364-1664 / pennscave.com PIPER AVIATION MUSEUM Tour the beginnings of the Piper Aircraft Corporation. William T. Piper developed an assembly line production system in the 1900’s enabling the company to becoming America’s foremost small plane manufacturer. 570-748-8283 SHAVER’S CREEK ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER Experience the nuances of nature... non-releasable owls, hawks, vultures, eagles and falcons at the Raptor Center; picnic in the gardens or lakeside. 814-863-2000 / shaverscreek.org TUSSEY MOUNTAIN Ski, snowboard and tube in winter; enjoy golf, batting cages, miniature golf, Go-Karts, movies in the summer; concerts year-round. Equipment rentals, Winter Sports School and snack bar; group discounts available. 814-466-6266 / tusseymountain.com

PENN STATE ALL-SPORTS MUSEUM Walk through the history of Penn State Athletics. 814-865-5985 / gopsusports.com PENN STATE UNIVERSITY Educational tours of campus, art, science & ag museums, the arboretum & Berkey Creamery for its world-famous ice cream! 814-865-8687 / psu.edu

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