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On The Cover James and Elizabeth Ross deeded to George Gates, head trustee, on September 11, 1849, three-quarters of an acre of land to be used to erect a church building there on and there in to conduct religious services, religious teachings, etc.

The board members included George Gates, Samuel Rider, John Ellenberger, James Lemon, George Ross, William Hull, George W. Meek, John Glenn, and Thomas W. Ellenberger.

The price of the land was $4. The Bellefonte witnesses of the transaction according to a deed book found at the Centre County Courthouse, were S.P. Gray and P.R. Gray.

The church would belong to the Warriors Mark Circuit, Hall Moon Conference.

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In 1916, Arthur and Maude Ellenberger deeded a piece of land, about 42.5 perches, to be used for a burial ground. Another 2.24 acres for the church and its graveyard came from the Eugene and Lillian Ellenberger estate in September of 1986.

The present structure was built in 1858, replacing a log church. The church stands on the site of one of central Pennsylvania’s oldest Methodist campgrounds. The

cemetery began about 1835 on what was then called Pleasant Hill.

Church and Sunday School services are held every Sunday, weather permitting. Each Sunday, 91-year-old Eddie Barto rings the church bell.

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Think pink! This week’s feature is inspired by The Pink Zone, a WBCA tradition now in its fifth year at Penn State. Sunday’s game between the Lady Lions and Northwestern is dedicated to breast cancer survivors – and what a celebration it will be! My sister will be among those posing in center court of the BJC wearing fluffy hot pink feather boas. Those whimsical accessories will say volumes about how fortunate and happy these women are to have won the fight against breast cancer. Attend the game if you can, and buy some t-shirts and buttons. The Lady Lions hope for $150,000 in donations to benefit Mt. Nittany Medical Center, Penn State Hershey Cancer Institute, JC Blair Memorial Hospital, the Kay Yow Cancer Fund, and the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition.

This week we’re also shining our spotlight on local talent in the entertainment section.

Karen Dabney introduces us to the local Contra Dance group and Brian Baney attended the first-ever Bald Eagle Idol event.

Sam Stitzer attended a special dinner for scouts and an indoor yard sale in Spring Mills.

Kulsoom Khan discovered some real career makers at State College High. Portia Webb visited the lovely Centre Furnace mansion. And our Practical Pet columnist introduces us to her passion – the Nittany Greyhound rescue group.

A Beech Creek native is researching the history of the Beech Creek New York Central Railroad, and would like your input. An historian from Clarence is sharing his 22-year quest for historic tidbits in old Centre County newspapers. We’ll have more of these slices of local history from time to time, thanks to Cordy.

In the next two issues, we’ll look at the biggest home show in central Pennsylvania. Then on March 18, we’ll showcase community service groups like Lions, Elks, Kiwanis, Rotary, and others, plus special interest groups and charities. Write us about your charitable goals and missions and invite others to join you.

In the meantime, think pink and hug a cancer survivor.

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Letters To The Editor Rotary Says Thanks Thank you for your recent and excellent coverage of the State College Downtown Rotary Club’s 2011 Dining and Entertainment Book fundraiser in the Gazette. Our members are truly committed to raising money for the good of our community, but doing so successfully depends on getting the word out.

Thank you for helping to keep readers informed and for providing so many wonderful and uplifting stories about people and events in our community. I’m always a bit sad when I finish reading an issue because I enjoy it so much that I want to read a few more pages! Again, thank you.

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Centre Count y Schools Jump-Start Career Training in High School

By Kulsoom Khan

STATE COLLEGE – The Builders Association of Central Pennsylvania and the State College Building Construction Technology Program hosted Education Night at the State College Area High School north building cafeteria February 22. There were representatives from Agricultural and Veterinary Science, Auto Technology, the Culinary Arts, Habitat for Humanity, Pennsylvania College of Technology, the State College Little Lions FFA Chapter, and the Penn State NAHB Student Chapter.

The event included a meet and greet, informational sessions, many presentations including one on careers in technical education and a video on building construction.

Chris Warren, who is in charge of the CTC program said it started 20 years ago in State College and he has been involved with it for two Parents learn about various technical education years. Before that, Warprograms for students at State High ren was a builder and a developer for 25 years and said he was hired to bring in a new residential home building program. “So far, I think it’s been going great,� he said about the program.

There are three levels in the program and students are encouraged to start their freshman year. “I think the earlier you can start anything – you’re either going to do one of two things.

You’re going to develop a desire for it or you’re going to find that you don’t like it and maybe you should go another route,� Warren said. “The last thing you want to hear a student in their junior year of college say, ‘You know I don’t know if I really like this.’ To implement career programs in a high school is vitally important for parents and the students themselves to figure out a career path they may like.�

Warren also said experimenting and trying out different career programs in the high school level will limit the predicament of having to experiment in college, since college is so expensive these days.

In the first level of the building construction program, the very basics concepts of framing, masonry, and hand tools are taught. In the second year, students start building a house and do that through level three.

After all three years of the program are complete, students have the option to be a teacher’s associate at the first level or do a co-op or work experience their senior year. The students learn about code standards, civil and structural engineering, drafting, and designing.

Warren also says that students get the Habitat For Humanity is a co-collaborator with the opportunity to panelize CTC program houses for Habitat for Humanity during their time in the program. The classes for the residential home building program also focus on the environmental aspect of construction. “Everything’s leading to green, eco-friendly, so we’ve had to bring on sustainability, which the school district has mandated,� he said.

Warren also said that while many other industries have a lack of jobs right now due to the recession, the building and construction company will be in need of people with the skills that are taught in these classes. “The key to the future and we’ve seen this is that with a B.A. degree in a general curriculum isn’t going to get you employed,� he said. “You have to have career skills and career knowledge and industry certification or you just have to keep advancing through the educational system. Skilled trades and skilled careers are on the rise as a high demand.�

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WINGATE – Seventh-grade Social Studies This exercise was part of the Quest: Skills classes at Bald Eagle Area had an opportu- for Adolescence program, which was develnity to learn about the juvenile justice system oped through Lions Club International and when school-based probation officer, Terry Quest International. Quest is designed to Trude, came to speak with them. Mr. Trude help students become more self-confident, shared stories from his experiences as a proba- improve communications skills, learn about tion officer, explained and demonstrated the the changes of adolescence, make good decitests officers use to determine if students are sions, resolve conflicts, and avoid the use of using illegal substances, and cleared up some drugs and alcohol. This program is taught at misconceptions students may have had about Bald Eagle Area as part of the seventh-grade fighting and harassment. All of this was done social studies curriculum. with the goal of encouraging our students to make the right decisions while knowing the consequences of making poor decisions.

Perhaps the biggest hit of the lesson was when students were able to try out the Fatal Vision Goggles. These goggles visually simulate what it is like to have a .14 BAC (blood alcohol level).

Students learned that the DUI limit for adults is .08, while there is zero tolerance for anyone under the age of 21. Students would first show they could easily walk heelto-toe on a straight line, and then they would try to walk the same line wearing the goggles. Most attempts left students laughing at their inability to walk straight or even see the line clearly. But, behind the laughter, students learned a serious lesson. The words of one seventh-grade student best sum it up. “If I can’t even walk with the goggles, how could I ever hope to BEA school-based probation officer, Terry drive?�

Trude, watches seventh-grade student, Social Studies instructor KrisDallis Dillon, try to walk a straight line while ten McCarty says, “I know the leswearing Fatal Vision goggles. sons the students learned from Mr. Trude are ones that will last them a lifetime.�

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Finding Forever Homes for Greyhounds Nittany Greyhounds Leads the Pack!

By Toni Duchi

Greyhound racing has been called “the Sport of Kings.” At one time in history, only royal family members were permitted to own, race, or breed greyhounds.

They are one of the oldest breeds known and they have survived wars, revolutions, and disease to become the most gentle, loving, and beautiful of all breeds.

Greyhounds are the most bred dog in this country today, with 20,000-plus dogs born each year, largely to supply the racing industry. Only a small number of greyhounds ever reach the highest levels of racing, which results in many dogs being discarded each year from kennels, training facilities, farms, and tracks. Some won’t chase, get injured, are slow runners, or they may fight with the other dogs. There are many reasons why greyhounds are released from racing, which is why it is so critical that adoptions groups like Nittany Greyhounds are there waiting to take them for loving home placements.

Nittany Greyhounds has been in existence for more than 15 years, and since 1997, has placed more than 1,400 dogs in “forever” homes.

There are many misconceptions about greyhounds: They need room to run: Not really. Greyhounds take their retirement very seriously. They do need to be walked several times a day like any other dog, but in general, they are couch potatoes. They will play with toys, and play or run with other dogs, but not for extended periods of time. They are content to be with you and for the most part, be calm and quiet companions.

They hate small animals: Some greyhounds don’t get along with cats or small dogs – after all, they are trained to chase small furry critters. But many greys are perfectly happy to live with cats, small dogs, children, and even rabbits!

Greyhounds that come from the track have been abused: Not true! Most trainers and owners are great with the dogs and care about them very much.

There are always a few unscrupulous people, and those are the ones we tend to hear about.

For the most part though, the dogs are well cared for. After they leave racing, they will sometimes to be moved to housing where they aren’t well cared for, but because there are so many groups watching more closely now, this too is decreasing.

Other common questions about greyhounds are: How long do they live? 12-14 years on average.

Are greys prone to diseases? No more than any other breed.

Greyhounds do not get hip dysplasia or other common genetic disorders that occur from sloppy breeding. If anything, their issues will come from old track injuries like pulled muscles, broken legs, or neck strains.

Sometimes we know the medical history, sometimes we don’t.

How old are they when we get them? It varies, from two years to eight years and up.

Where do they come from? Mostly we get our dogs from Florida. We have to purchase them – we don’t get them free, and we also pay for transport and any vet care they may need.

What is the process to adopt? We have dogs year round and the available dogs are posted on our Web site at www. nittanygreys.org. You fill out an application (can be done on line).

Once you are approved to get a greyhound, then we start the matching process. You are welcome to come to the kennel to interact with the available dogs, or we can match you with a dog based on your application answers. There are more than 300 greyhound adoption groups in the country, so no matter where you are, chances are there’s one year you. We cover central Pennsylvania in general but have placed greys elsewhere in the northeast too.

The fee to adopt is $250 and that includes all veterinary care, shots, neuter/spay, worming, flea/tick treatment, nails, ears, and teeth. The dog is ready to go for at least a year at placement.

Ellen Aschenbrenner, Vice President of Nittany Greyhounds notes, “All of our adoptions are temporary until you’re sure you want to keep the grey. If not, it comes back to us; if you do keep the dog, then we finish the adoption and you become one

of the Nittany family! These dogs are so special and there are thousands of them waiting for homes,” she adds. “They have served their purpose with dignity, grace and beauty. The least we can do for them now is to see to it that they have a fighting chance at a great retirement with a loving family.”

For more information on greyhound adoption, visit Nittany Greyhounds at www. nittanygreys.org or call (814) 933-6981 if you’d like to visit with the available dogs. If you can’t adopt at this time but would like to donate to our adoption mission, we accept checks and credit cards. Mail checks payable to Nittany Greyhounds to Box 602, Port Matilda, PA 16870.

Paypal can be done right on our site, or call with a credit card number. We are an all-volunteer, all donation 501c(3) organization, and so every little bit helps us with our mission to place as many of these beautiful animals as possible.

Toni Duchi is President of Nittany Greyhounds and Gazette columnist. The Practical Pet column will resume in March.

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The Chamber will recognize the outstanding contributions of area businesses & individuals within our community. The evening will begin with a cocktail hour sponsored by M&T Bank, followed by dinner and the award presentations. The award nominees are sponsored by Graystone Bank and MedExpress Urgent Care.

Congratulations to all 2010 Awards Finalists:

Community Service Award Sponsored by Centre County Community Foundation, Inc. Ted McDowell, AmeriServ Bank Karen Metzger, Curves Bob Ott (Posthumous Recognition), Centre County Government

Corporate Philanthropy Award Sponsored by Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc. Harrison’s Wine Grill & Catering Keller Engineers, Inc. & PennTerra Engineering, Inc. R.H. Marcon, Inc.

Excellence In Entrepreneurship Award Sponsored by Minitab, Inc. Edie Binkley, Lia Sophia Jewelry & Clothes Mentor Scott Good, Goodco Mechanical, Inc. & Energy Stewards Inc. Michael Rizzuto, Nittany Gymnastics Academy, Inc.

Outstanding Cbicc Volunteer Of The Year Award Sponsored by the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County B. Perry Babb, Keystone Business Support, Inc. Laurene Keck, Sweetland Engineering & Associates, Inc. Patti Michaels

Outstanding Technology Company Of The Year Award Sponsored by Sound Technology, Inc. Automated Records Centre Keystone Nano, Inc. Piezo-Kinetics, Inc.

Quality Of Life Award Sponsored by Mount Nittany Medical Center Home Nursing Agency Mount Nittany Medical Center Tait Farm Foods’ Community Harvest

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someone not reliable or of not presenting the image that they are looking for.

The author gives no information concerning his expertise on the subject, and I would have felt better knowing something of his background. Although it is well footnoted with examples of what can happen if we get careless, most of the examples have been documented in other publications.

Most of the warnings contained in this small book are common sense, but sometimes we need that reminder to look both ways before we cross a street that may be very busy with cars full of strangers who deliberately are planning harm to us.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2011

What Became of the Beech Creek Railroad?

By Bruce Christian Bechdel

dirty loose gray ballast that was left behind when they pulled up the track… No life and no railroad glory. Occasionally, in these powerful dreams I would see them relaying the rails once again and the whole train scene came alive to me once again, right down to even the red crossing highway signals.

BEECH CREEK – This is my personal account of what was formally called the Beech Creek Railroad, that later was absorbed into the progressively run New York Central Railroad Company. They are what I personally remember, or rather tragically do not recall, of the New York Central’s operation of that portion officially what was called the Pennsylvania Division of the New York Central System Railroad.

However, in reality by later 1967 (?) and certainly by 1970 the rails were removed and salvaged for scrap and it carried only on in other’s memories, there but I am largely doing so forgotten. Such a monumental because such a record needs operation and railroad activity compiled and what memories I you would think should stand still have and can provide if not out in my memories, but sadly just for the fact that this railroad it does not. Yet, I can only just operated directly behind my This is the Beech Creek RR station sign according to seller - NYC/BC RR figure that maybe these “dreams” Beech Creek, Pennsylvania were what I saw between the ages childhood home. My later love for actual railroading was probably silently fostered during of the Penn Central Railroad would make the New York of three and around seven, but they are buried deep in my this time, though it would not formally surface until Central fall into obscurity. The New Penn Central favored sub-conscious, at least that’s what I think. Only the empty almost Conrail’s 1976 creation of the doomed 1968 Penn the Pennyslvania Railroad line going up along the valley ballasted right of way through the back yards to our “Fun instead of the NYC rail through our very back yard. I can Home,” and to the town’s vacant railroad station (saved Central Railroad. only guess as to the NYC final days of actual operation, The Bechdel family moved from the town’s outskirts but am fairly certain that they stopped running any traffic only because the fire company bought it) stand out.

As I got older learned the same reached to the tiny (halfway between there and the next town Mill Hall) to at least two or so years before the NYC’s end in Beech the center of this quaint rural town around early 1963 Creek. Strangely, however despite my best efforts between rustic settlements of Monument and Orviston. This as we settled in on what was a wonderful street named those final years to this day I still do not recall ever seeing abandoned right of way was quite a fun early playground Maple Avenue. At the time it was sparsely occupied or remembering actual trains using that line. Yet they were for all of us and friends up the street. In fact, snuggled except for our funeral home, and by a large ornate but in PLAIN sight to me there and at our funeral home we inside these serene woods, there was once even a “Y” like very worn-down weathered Victorian home which truly laughingly later called “the Fun Home.” Perhaps someone track spur off to some kind of brick brick operation (we scared us passing by it… even in daylight. That’s where we else can provide such documentation of New York Central later called the egg factory) when the railroad was still thought a “witch” lived and we would sometimes see her trains in the 1950s and 1960s, as I would dearly LOVE to active that gained my special attention, far too late. cutting her grass with old scissors when the weather was see pictures or read newspaper accounts of their final days By the early 1970s I had my own but rather primitive nice. Between there and our also-large but kept-up and and removal.

HO scale train table and had by them begun to drag home restored Victorian home stood a scattering of smaller more What I did have instead, were throughout the to our garage any railroad hardware that I could carry. It recent dwellings. Next door our aunt and uncle lived in a grand home similar to ours. Below that point on the street 1970s and even into the only a few houses marked human occupation in our early ’80s very vivid dreams of these trains in what years there.

I guess would be called The curving New York Central rails actually formed “my subconscious” the property line that was next to our large open yard, memories?! They were with a lush but small wooded area that hid much of rather mysterious… I the railroad on our side. But a large field plowed by our would hear and RUSH farmer neighbor on the other side gave the only evidence through the BACK yard of the railroad’s operation while trains still did run on and see the freight car’s them. In fact our funeral home’s garage and alley were tops go by along the then right next to a railroad highway crossing on Main Street. young tree line that my The railroad did run regular traffic from our 1963 arrival father cleverly used to try on Maple until around 1966 or so, but I have nothing to and hide this incredible confirm this other than the rails were very much there. action. Yet, when I would The problem is that sadly neither I nor anyone else in arrive “on scene” to see town bothered making note of when the final freight train them up close, there was operated. Maybe someone still recalls this important day, nothing… But an empty Original Boxcar Logo, got from scrapper boxcar in Williamsport in 1980 but I have yet to meet them. The New York Central would abandoned railroad bed… (actual piece of boxcar) become a footnote in history anyway as by 1968 creation no rails, or trains. Just the

ClearWater Conservancy Adds New Employees STATE COLLEGE – ClearWater Conservancy added two new staff members in February.

Nick Schipanski is the new Water Resources Coordinator at ClearWater Conservancy. A water resources professional for 14 years, Nick’s primary role is to oversee the Water Resource Monitoring Project, a cooperative effort between ClearWater and the Spring Creek Watershed Association to observe and record water Nick Schipanski levels and quality in the Spring Creek watershed.

Nick will maintain the project’s 27 stream, spring and ground water monitoring stations in the Spring Creek Watershed and conduct quarterly water sampling. In addition, he will work with volunteers, including the Pennsylvania Senior Environmental Corps. Another of his duties is to plan ClearWater’s annual Watershed Cleanup Day, to be held this year

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He was born in California and grew up in Washington State. He holds an M.S. in Environmental Health from the University of Washington and a B.S. in Biology from Washington State University.

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He holds a B.A. in Journalism from Temple University.

He serves on the board of the Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited and teaches news writing at Penn State.

CATA Annual Public Hearing STATE COLLEGE - CATA’s Board of Directors will hold a public hearing in conjunction with its February Board Meeting Monday, February 28 at 4 p.m. in the Borough Council Chambers of the State College Municipal Building, 243 South Allen Street, State College.

This Public Hearing is an annual event aimed at gathering community ideas and input regarding local public transportation services. This year the CATA Board is specifically seeking comments and suggestions regarding the service reductions that will be necessary as a result of declining state and federal funding.

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was not much, whatever loose spikes, rail plates, rail joiner brackets etc I would still find laying off the the side in the woods. Very little remained, when they pulled it up prior to 1970 – of that I am certain. There were remains of ties here and there, but nothing really that interesting, except for some cut down poles. Other than the station they were the ONLY REAL sign of the railroad’s prior operation.

Along of course with the obvious ex-right of way and a couple of silver gutted ground boxes that housed some of the crossing signal’s electrical circuits. Yet, this was important for at some point these poles were to provide me a critical piece of the Beech Creek Railroad that would

saved and used by a land owner outside the borough as a shortcut into town. My dad and we three kids would take long hikes of the shrinking right of way as we grew up in Beech Creek.

Much to my and our father’s annoyance, this right of way, soon became a favorite route for noisy and awful ATV and motorbikes through a very pleasant tranquil section of woods. We tried to block access to our “inherited” part of this railroad right of way, but they simply found ways around these points which took them right through these peaceful settings. We tried everything but short of putting up a heavy gate. Eventually, the house and land were sold and the three of us went our separate ways. Very little of these woods remain, and the right of way long ago was made in to an actual street or road. But remember those telephone poles? Well at some point a part of them became one of my official Beech Creek-NYC Railroad mementos.

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to new owners. Although my mother pulled up any roots to Beech Creek, at some point during this process I made certain that those liberated pole cross-arms came with her, or rather with me to Bellefonte. So that’s how I came by owning these Beech Creek-NYC Railroad treasures. Two of them are the complete orginial length while one is a bit shorter than its mates. They still have most of the shafts the insulators went on, the bolted on metal arm supports and even some thin metal letters still nailed to them.

What they meant remains a mystery. And of course I have plenty of insulators mostly from other places. They seem to be the ONLY railroad item my father ever bothered to acquire. That’s where they along with a pair of old wooden crossing gates from Lock Haven’s Pennsy RR days, remain.

It might not be much but THEY ARE, at least my Personal LINK to what was the BEECH CREEK, Later NYC Railroad. However I was to capture ONE more? very personal Beech Creek/New York Central item just a few years ago. That is, according to seller that I bought the item from at an antique flea market at a local high school.

It is something that is as Beech Creek related as possible and pure blind luck was the only reason it happened to come my way. It “jumped out” in front of me and my mother. A large rectangular sign in black, with big gold lettering saying BEECH CREEK and trimmed in gold was there before me, like a holy relic. I told my mother as we looked dumbfounded at what we thought it was.

We asked the seller who confirmed our wildest dreams.

Yes, it was at least one of the New York Central Railroad “Beech Creek” station signs. We stood stunned, the price $110; my mother could only think of how it would NOT fit her ranch house décor. Although in awe, she passed on it. But I was determined to acquire this holy grail of what was said to be Beech Creek/NYC history. The next day I went over and with recently acquired spare funds to capture this wonderful item that my obsessive antiquing father missed out on decades ago. Finally, I had an item that could be non other from that very railroad station, I was more than happy.

Over the years I kept watch of a still intact pole near the Fun Home, which has since become a day care center.

Gradually nature’s forces and decay would release Highway crossing stop red light the author got from E-bay, those valuable crossdoesn’t blink, but lights up arms from the pole. So when the time came I NOT be covered over with new growth, asphalted over would eventually help free them and carried them to our with black-top, or could ever be “taken” away from me.

Beech Creek Maple Avenue garage. Along with whatever As for the classic glass insulators that came screwed onto hardware I could carry. Much of it, however probably these pole cross-arms, I think most remained on the poles got left behind when my mother sold the Beech Creek when they were recklessly cut down. But when lucky to home and property around 1985. Although she relocated find one at all, it was almost nearly always broken or badly So if anyone can make a 100 percent positive to Bellefonte before that time, we continued to maintain chipped to the point of worthlessness. Only if they were identification for me or has photographs / documentation and keep the house in Beech Creek intact for several more marked with their parent railroad were they of any value. of the BC/NYC through the 1950s to its final days, look years. The house stood on the market for about one more These telegraph/phone poles were also the only true large me up in the phone book in State College. year, but in the meantime I had started and finished college railroad items that remained, as they were stripped of by 1984. By 1985, I had already the valuable copper wire and simply chopped down to begun Amtrak employment out fall where they lay in the woods or fields, forgotten. So, of Washington, DC and now anyplace where the weeds or trees could hide them there lived in Arlington,VA. Still the they fell, slowly to return to nature. liquidation of the Beech Creek Between our yard and the funeral home there were a residence was a surprise to me couple of poles still with scavengable pieces. I remember and much of the moving my with great anticipation a complete one near the Fun mother had to take upon herself Home. Only the passing of time would someday free its to do. At some point while valuable cross-arms. Often they were too heavy for me to it sat “on the market” I came move in those early years. But as I got older I scoured the back from Virginia to clear out right of way as far as possible outside the town limits. At what articles that I was to still one point the right of way crossed the Bald Eagle Creek keep. Precise details escape me, Three Beech Creek RR/NYC cross-arms from a pole near our Funeral with a large bridge. I recall many a canoe trip where we but after the house went up for Home in Beech Creek would pass under this magnificent girder truss structure. sale, and took over a year to go It, along with a simpler bridge, would eventually be

Inside Look at Drug Wars Journalism

By Kulsoom Khan

UNIVERSITY PARK – The Penn State Department of Journalism presented “Publish and Perish” February 15 as part of the Oweida lecture series on Journalism Ethics with guest speaker, Rick Rodriguez Rick Rodriguez.

Rodriguez is head of a program at Arizona State University that teaches journalism students about in-depth reporting on Latino and borderland issues. He has extensive experience in journalism, serving as the executive editor and vice president of the Sacramento

Bee for 25 years. He has also been the president of the American Society of Newspaper Editors, the first Latino to hold that position.

Rodriquez’s talk focused on his experiences covering the drug wars and human trafficking on the Mexican border and what he observed about Mexican journalism while he was there. He said that Mexican reporters have a much harder time covering things like this because they have told him that the government, the soldiers, and the police are all corrupt and some of which are involved with the drug gangs themselves. “So if you’re a journalist and your working in that kind of atmosphere, who can you trust-who has your back?,” Rodriguez asked of the audience.

He also mentioned that many journalists have been killed or have been missing while covering the drug wars. “We trust that if a journalist in America is murdered that the killer will be brought to justice and the American journalist will unite with the backing of the public to ensure that that occurs,”

Rodriguez said. “We take that for granted here, but can’t in Mexico.”

Rodriguez also talked about how some Mexican journalists have to resort to taking bribes from city hall and political parties and “slant their stories” because their salaries are so low. He voiced his opinion about the drug wars issue saying that “the slaughter that is happening in Mexico” is a result of the demand for drugs here in the United States and also said that 90 percent of the identified guns that are used in crimes in Mexico were purchased here. He strongly feels that American newspapers should write about these things.

Rodriguez concluded the speech with appreciating all the honest journalists in Mexico.

“I’m inspired by our colleagues in Mexico, the ones who take no bribes – who risk their lives to publish the truth for $350 a month, and there are many of them.”

“So if you’re a journalist and your working in that kind of atmosphere, who can you trust - who has your back?”

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STATE COLLEGE – Opportunity Centre for individuals with intellectual and developClubhouse, a program of Skills of Central mental disabilities. He presented a David M. Pennsylvania, is moving its services from (Mike) Rice, Ph.D., president/CEO for Skills Bellefonte to 2603 East College Avenue, Suite and Billie Willits, Ph.D. Skills board memE-2 in State College. ber, with a proclamation for 50 years of serSenator Jake Corman visited the new lo- vice to the community. cation and presented a 50-year proclamation Skills first established Opportunity Cento Skills President David M. (Mike) Rice, tre Clubhouse in 2002 in Bellefonte. The Ph.D., Skills Regional Vice President Joe Clubhouse’s mission is to provide support to Weilacher, and representatives from Oppor- individuals recovering from mental illness and tunity Centre Clubhouse on George Wash- help them on their journey towards recovery ington’s Birthday, Tuesday, February 22. The and success. The Clubhouse is moving its serevent was at 1 p.m., making Corman the first vices to State College so its members will have public official to see better public access the new location. to transportation Senator Corsince two bus routes man recieved a firstrun to the new locahand tour of the tion. new Opportunity Additionally, the Centre Clubhouse.

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Kish CEO Appointed to Easter Seals Board STATE COLLEGE – Easter Seals Central Pennsylvania has announced the recent appointment of William Hayes, chairman, president, and CEO of Kish Bank and its parent company, Kish Bancorp., Inc., to Easter Seals Central Pennsylvania’s Board of Directors.

Mr. Hayes has been with Kish Bank since 1977. Founded in 1900, Kish Bank is a regionally based and focused community bank providing a full range of banking, insurance, and investment management services to the central Pennsylvania region.

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Cub Scout Pack Holds Blue & Gold Banquet

By Sam Stitzer

CENTRE HALL – Cub Scout Pack 20 of Centre Hall held its annual Blue and Gold Banquet on Saturday, February 19 at 6 p.m. in the social hall of Grace United Methodist Church in Centre Hall. About 60 scouts, leaders, and parents gathered and enjoyed a delicious potluck meal, including a beautiful Cub Scout-themed cake made by Heather Luse of Delectable Delights.

Cakes were also the center of attention after the meal, as a cake auction was held. The cubs had designed cakes with the theme of what scouting will be like in 100 years.

The cakes were very creative, showing scenes of things like camping on Mars, and Klondike Derby on the moon, among others. Local auctioneer, Mike Dilliard served as the cake auctioneer, reminding bidders that “There are no friends at an auction” to encourage competitive bidding.

The cakes sold for prices over $20 apiece, and two of them went for $40 each! The money raised goes to the Cub Scout Pack for activities, awards, and projects.

An awards ceremony in the church sanctuary followed

the auction. Cubmaster Daren McClellan awarded badges and belt loops to several of the Cubs and Webelos in attendance.

The highlight of the evening was the crossover ceremony for the boys who have completed the Cub Scout requirements and are graduating to Boy Scouts. A wooden ceremonial bridge was placed on the church pulpit, and one by one, the graduating scouts, Emanuel McClellan, Dan Connolly, Sam Goodwin, and Jake Hockenberry, walked across the bridge, stopping midway to have their Webelos neckerchiefs replaced with Boy Scout neckerchiefs by members of Boy Scout Troop 20. Each new Boy Scout also received a Boy Scout manual.

The crossover ceremony is a significant rite of passage for the boys involved. It represents a milestone marking their achievement of skills and leadership abilities. They are now one step closer to becoming young men. We congratulate the boys on their accomplishments.

Webelos crossing over into Boy Scouts were (L to R): Jake Hockenberry, Sam Goodwin, Emanuel McClellan, and Dan Connolly and their parents

Cake depicting scouts camping on Mars in the year 2111

Jake Hockenberry receives his Boy Scout neckerchief from Troop 20 scouts.

Everyone got plenty of food.

Auctioneer Mike Dilliard (right) takes bids on a cake held by Daren McClellan (left), while Scott Floray (center) keeps track of the money.

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Cordy’s Clippings: Tidbits from 1871 & 1872 Researched by Cordes W. “Cordy” Chambers III The Democratic Watchman Newspaper – August 18, 1871 General MEADE passed through Philipsburg the other day, traveling to see his son at Brookville, who is an engineer on the BENNETT’S Branch Railroad.

The Democratic Watchman Newspaper – September 15, 1871 The foundation of the new engine house of the Undine Fire Company has been dug out and the building will be put up as rapidly as possible.

It is to be erected on Bishop Street; just adjoining Dr. DOBBIN’S building.

The Democratic Watchman Newspaper – September 22, 1871 The cornerstone of the M. E. Church at Snow Shoe will be laid on Sunday afternoon, at four o’clock, September 24th, Rev. CRAIG presiding. A good attendance is requested.

The Democratic Watchman Newspaper – July 26, 1872 Considerable rowdying was done by a number of the attaches of KLECNER & Company Circus here on Saturday night and the general opinion is that they were the roughest crowd of showmen that ever visited Bellefonte.

Perhaps one reason for their obstreperous conduct might be found in the fact that they were paid off while here and afterwards indulged in a good deal of Strychnine Whiskey. Be this as it may, however, on Saturday night after the show, they indulged in a promiscuous knocking down of everybody who came near them and without the least provocation whatever.

If a man opened his mouth, or if he even stumbled over any of their traps, accidentally, smash would go somebody’s fist into his face and down would go his meat-house. Several of our

young men got hit in this way and without any chance of returning the compliment; either for the showmen were in such force that it would have been useless to have attempted resistance.

A young man named LETTERMAN had his face knocked entirely out of shape and Mr. George LOSE, one of our liverymen, who drove a party of them out to Pleasant Gap, was forcibly detained there until Sunday morning and badly beaten into the bargain. While at Pleasant Gap, we are told, they acted outrageously, breaking everything about the hotel and scaring Mr. HAAG and family out of their wits.

Mr. John UZZLE, of Snow Shoe, while attending to his own business, was hit by an overgrown giant on the show ground here, but we learn that the said showman paid dearly for his fun on Monday after the company reached Snow Shoe. Stepping into Mr. UZZLE’S Hotel, not knowing whom he was going to meet, the first thing he knew, he knew nothing and was wildly feeling up for the ground.

Mr. UZZLE had quietly knocked him down and afterwards gave him two or three good sound kicks. The showman, we understand, acknowledged the justice of his punishment and compromised matters by treating all around. The fighting cocks found that Snow Shoe was a different place than Bellefonte and that they couldn’t begin to run even one side of that plucky little city.

Cordes W. “Cordy” Chambers III lives in Clarence. He’s a retired Corporal/Pennsylvania State Police, Troop “S” Milesburg, 1996 with 25 years service. He’s researched interesting bits of local history for more than 22 years, often sharing with Bellefonte Secrets. He is the author of eight Books, titled: The Mountaintop Thru Newspaper Accounts.

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The President Abraham Lincoln Inauguration Party and Celebration will be held on Saturday evening, March 5, at the Boalsburg Fire Company Banquet Hall, 113 East Pine Street, Boalsburg.

The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a covered dish potluck dinner. Participants are asked to bring a covered dish and their own place settings, eating utensils, and drinking cups. The 148th P.V.I. will provide the soft drinks and bottled water.

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New Hope Lutheran Church Hosts Indoor Yard Sale

By Sam Stitzer

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SPRING MILLS – Folks don’t usually think about yard sales in February here in central Pennsylvania, but the New Hope Lutheran Church in Spring Mills changed that by having an indoor yard sale at the church on Saturday, February 19. Proceeds from this event went to the church’s food bank program which gives food to needy people in the area.

The church social hall and front lobby were filled with vendors’ tables stocked with an amazing variety of items for sale. Besides the normal yard sale odds and ends, there was a large number of hand-crafted items made by local craftspeople.

Shari Braucht and Donna Mertz brought crocheted dishcloths and hanging dish towels in a wide range of colors and patterns. They also had decorative stars made of pieces of barbed wire. Handle with care!

Linda Wilson of Apple Hill Antiques showed a nice collection of antique post cards, many of which showed scenes of the Penns Valley area. She had numerous other antique items, including photographs, glassware, and knick-knacks for sale.

Jan Ascolese brought a nice collection of die-cast metal trucks and airplanes, many with oil company markings, and all were brand new in the box. This car and plane nut was impressed!

Many more items were shown, and the large crowd was kept busy perusing the merchandise and spending money for a good cause.

Of course there was plenty of food for sale by the church members, including pork sandwiches, barbecue, hot dogs, and homemade desserts.

This event was very successful, and helped to provide funds for the church to help local families through hard times. It was also a great way for participants to escape the winter doldrums for a day.

Unique decorative stars were made from barbed wire.

The social hall was filled with vendors and shoppers.

Linda Wilson and her antique items.

Jan Ascolese sold die cast trucks and planes.

Donna Mertz with hand made dish cloths and towels.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2011

The Centre Furnace Mansion, On National Register of Historic Places

Centre Furnace Mansion grounds where once both wealthy and servants shared housing

By Portia T. Webb STATE COLLEGE – The Centre Furnace Mansion is a landmark, well recognized

by Centre County residents as the accompaniment to the nearby iron furnace stack, seen along East College Avenue.

The mansion site is more than eight acres of grounds and gardens, grandly refurbished mansion – filled with antiquity and Pennsylvania lore, a tribute to the Farmers High School, now Penn State University.

If you like watching the ever popular Antiques Roadshow, or are even an Art History buff, then a mansion tour is something you and your family will appreciate.

The mansion began as an ironmaster’s residence for Centre Furnace, the first charcoal iron furnace in Centre County.

From 1842 to 1891 ironmaster, Moses Thompson, his family, and servants lived within and on the mansion grounds.

The ironmaster and his family lived on the top floors, while workers and servants lived in little houses around the property.

In the 19th century, mansion workers were paid in scripts instead of money. The workers would redeem these scripts at a company store in The Village of Lemont (a National Historic District) for practical items. Many of these items are on display at the mansion.

Historically, the

isolated location of Centre Furnace made it ideal for iron production, rendering the most basic iron product known as “pig iron” (iron named for its resemblance and size to a mother pig feeding her young), which was then shipped to Pittsburgh to turn out household items; like “sad” irons known for their density, now useful as doorstops. In fact, your grandmother may still have one!

Do the names, Miles and Patton ring a bell? According to the Centre County Historical Society, “Centre Furnace cofounder John Patton appears to have been the original resident of Centre Furnace.

His partner, Samuel Miles, lived outside Philadelphia and traveled to Centre County, but never lived here. Patton sold his interest in Centre Furnace in 1798.”

In 1855, politician James Irvin and his brother-in-law, Moses Thompson, donated 200 acres of Centre Furnace land for the beginnings of nearby Penn State University.

The mansion was built in 1791. Almost two centuries later, grounds around the mansion were cleared of commercial property, including a gas station and roller-rink. Having undergone several renovations, to fine-tune Victorian details, the mansion now serves as a museum, archival collection, and library for Centre County history.

Hidden treasures like petticoat mirrors, itinerant paintings, and an original hearing aid, are part of the mansion’s ornate charm.

If you want to know how the adage, “Good Night, and Sleep Tight...” came to be; well then, by all means embark on the Centre Furnace Mansion tour adventure! It won’t disappoint.

The Centre Furnace Mansion is located, 1001 East College Ave. in State College, PA. To schedule a tour, call (814) 234-4779.

Visit www.centrecoutnyhistory.org for more information.

Mansion formal dining area where mirrors reflect candle light

Picture of James Irvin, American politician & iron master, responsible for donating 200 acres of land for the 19th century Farmer’s High School; now Penn State University

Moses Thompson parlor, the men’s parlor

Through the upstairs Master bedroom window, the mansion owner could tell the process iron was undergoing, by observing the color of smoke outside.

A tour participant stops by to play a Weber piano in Mary Thompson parlor

“The new kitchen” repainted red, (Mary Thompson’s favorite color) by members of Penn State University’s Lady Lion Basketball team

Finished iron products include household items made from Juniata iron

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The Pink Zone: February 27

Benefits Breast Cancer Treatment, Support, Research & Awareness

By Sandie Biddle

Imagine hundreds of women in center court, sporting hot pink feather boas. That’s what you’ll see Sunday if you’re at the BJC or watching the Lady Lions basketball game on TV. That whimsical touch was inspired by Pink Zone committee-person Tammy Smith. Bonnie Clark, on the Lady Lions marketing team, bought the boas as a gift to breast cancer survivors who will be attending this special game.

Smith has been involved for three of those five years, and acted as emcee of last year’s half-time gathering. Also, a survivor, Tammy’s career as a speaker and author revolves around breast cancer and fund raising. Author of The Lighter Side of Breast Cancer Recovery, she is now compiling real-life stories into the book Pink Ribbon Stories: A Celebration of Life.

(See separate article, this page.)

to cancer survivors. In addition, Mount Nittany Medical Center offers the latest in radiation therapy, digital mammography for screening and diagnostic imaging, and reconstructive surgery.

This WBCA game between Penn State and Northwestern is dedicated to breast cancer survivors. It’s a celebration of life and a way for sports fans to raise awareness and money for a cure. Three dollars of each ticket sold will be donated to fight breast cancer.

In addition to the Pennsylvania coalition, other beneficiaries of The Pink Zone include Mt. Nittany Medical Center, J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital, Penn State Hershey Cancer Institute, and the Kay Yow Cancer Fund.

The Pink Zone thanks Fullington Bus for donating transportation to survivors from all over the state.

One of those beneficiaries is the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition, who uses the money for education, legal advocacy, and research grants. “We’ve been involved since the beginning,” said Kevin Smith, communications director at the coalition. “It’s been a great partnership, given us much needed funds and help to spread our message that we’re here for Pennsylvania’s women and families. We’re funded by grass roots partners like The Pink Zone – with 83 cents out of every dollar going to our programs.”

The coalition acts as a voice for breast cancer legislation in Harrisburg, makes research grants, and has a patient advocate to answer questions and link breast cancer patients to resources.

The WBCA-sanctioned event is in its fifth year at Penn State. Mimi Barash Coppersmith, herself a cancer survivor, is in the forefront of fund-raising efforts. In addition to ticket and t-shirt sales, hundreds of thousands more are raised through charitybuzz.com, which Ms. Coppersmith spearheaded, according to Tammy.

“Mount Nittany Medical Center is excited to be involved with the Lady Lions’ Pink Zone event,” said Nichole Monica, director of communications at Mount Nittany Medical Center.

“Our orthopedic nurses have raised $1,500 for the Pink Zone through numerous fundraisers.

In addition to attending the game, which is free to breast cancer survivors, you may purchase buttons and t-shirts, and make donations. Visit www.gopsusports.com/pinkzone for more information.

This year’s goal for the game is $150,000 and 10,000 fans in attendance. Do your part for the fight against breast cancer.

Tickets are just $12 for adults and $5 for youth for Sunday’s noon game. If you can’t attend, catch the halftime show on the Big Ten network. Hundreds of hot pink feather boas will be a real heart-warmer for sure.

“On February 25, our staff is encouraged to attend a Pink Out celebration at the Medical Center. The rally will be held at our auditorium and everyone will wear pink, purchase lastminute tickets and t-shirts, and meet and thank the players and coaches. We are very grateful for the strong support of the Lady Lions to ensure cancer care stays close to home and for dedicating funding to support the resource center in our new cancer center.”

Mount Nittany Medical Center offers the community free access to two certified patient navigators trained to assist community members in accessing cancer information and community resources – Kristin Sides (814) 234-6175 and Cheri Woll (814) 231-7005.

A breast cancer support group is held monthly and special speakers present periodically on a variety of topics of interest

Photos from 2010 Pink Zone by Mark Selders, Penn State Athletic Communications

WBCA Pink Zone Penn State 2011 Sunday, February 27, noon Bryce Jordan Center & Big Ten Network

Looking for Pink Ribbon Stories

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Tammy Miller, international speaker and author is looking for your stories, thoughts, poems, and quotes for a new book! This project is filled with your words to encourage, inspire, and make you smile, from anyone whose life has been touched by breast cancer. This could include survivors, family, friends, caregivers, medical personnel, etc.

Submit your information to: pinkribbonstories@tammy speaks.com. Attach a Word document (1,200 words max) or paste in the body of an e-mail.

Tammy is collecting your stories for the new publication, Pink Ribbon Stories: A Celebration of Life. The book will be published in the summer of 2011, with proceeds going to the PA Breast Cancer Coalition.

Deadline for all submissions is June 1, 2011. All stories are subject to editing for space, and the author reserves the right to refusal.

If you need assistance with the typing/ telling of your story, please let Tammy know and someone will assist you with your submission.

Any questions, please contact Tammy at tammy@tammyspeaks.com.

Tickets: Adults $12, Youth $5

$3 of each ticket goes to The Pink Zone Free tickets for breast cancer survivors Special halftime survivors’ celebration

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FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Rookie Driver Makes History; Takes Checkered Flag at Daytona

By Les Barnhart

DAYTONA, Fla – The 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup season opened last Sunday with the 53rd running of the Daytona 500. Unlike other sports, N A S C A R ’s season traditionally opens with their biggest event of the season. The race on Sunday was the debut for the new surface at the high banked track and it provided one of the most exciting races in recent history. In a sport filled with more than its share of history, more was made when Trevor Bayne took the checkered flag.

respect as well other veteran drivers.

The win capped off a solid week at Daytona for Bayne. He ran very well in the qualifying 150 mile races and showed that he had a car that worked well with others.

Sunday’s race also made history with a record 74 lead changes among 22 drivers and also had a record 16 cautions. One of those cautions involved Dale Earnhardt Jr. and brought out the final yellow flag. It also allowed Bayne to assume the lead with six laps to go. Earnhardt would finish 24th.

With a mirror full of cars, Bayne knew he would have a battle on his hands after the white flag dropped indicating the final lap. He admitted later that he would have just been happy to have led the race that late, but he did so much more. With Carl Edwards on his rear bumper, Bayne led his chasers across the

finish line to give the storied Wood Brothers team their first Daytona 500 win since David Pearson took the checkers in 1976 in a car that bore a strong resemblance to Bayne’s ride on Sunday.

Carl Edwards led those chasing Bayne across the line in second followed by David Gilliland, Bobby Labonte and Kurt Busch.

The rest of top ten shook out with Juan Pablo Montoya, Regan Smith, Kyle Busch, Paul Menard and Mark Martin. Defending series champion, Jimmie Johnson finished 27th just one spot ahead of teammate Jeff Gordon.

This year marked the 10th anniversary of the death of NASCAR’s biggest and brightest star as the series honored Dale Earnhardt Sr. Earnhardt died from injuries suffered in an accident on the last lap of the 2001 running of the Daytona 500. The fans honored his memory on lap three with a silent lap and hands raised with three fingers symbolizing his legendary car number.

This weekend the Sprint Cup series races in the desert at Phoenix International Raceway.

Bayne made history by being the youngest driver to win The Great American Race. The young driver from Tennessee turned 20 on Saturday and 20 years and a day became the youngest winner of a race that often defines a driver’s career. The previous record was held Jeff Gordon, a driver that worked with the rookie driver making just his second Sprint Cup start. Bayne quickly earned Gordon’s

Pirates Hope to Climb Out of Basement

By Matt Masullo

When P i r a t e s pitchers and catchers reported to Bradenton, Florida last week, Bucco fans around the state didn’t bat an eye at the notion that the Pirates could put together a roster of Major League players that could complete on a daily basis (insert opening scene from “Major League� where fans are sitting in coffee shop asking about players they have never heard of before). Most fans are still probably feeling the effects of Super Bowl hangover, or coping with the loss of Evgeni Malkin for the Penguins. The Pirates haven’t posted a winning season since the 1992 season and haven’t sniffed a Division crown since 1997 when they finished second with a 79-83 record. Let’s face it; the Pirates are the laughing stock of baseball.

Every year around the All-Star break, teams in contention raid the Pirates cupboards in order to make a run at a World Series title. In recent years, those cupboards are filling up with some talented players. If only the Pirates could keep hold of them for extended periods of time, they might be able to put together a winner.

The Pirates roster features star outfielders Andrew McCutchen, promising second-year man Jose Tabita and Garret Jones. The infield features 2008 second overall draft pick third baseman Pedro Alverz, homegrown talent, second baseman Neil Walker and gifted first baseman Steve Pearce. Where the Pirates are lacking, is in the battery department. In 2009, the Buccos spent the fourth overall pick on catcher Tony Sanchez, but he is at least

two years away from prime time. In the 2010 draft, they drafted pitcher Jameson Taillon out of high school with the second overall pick. He is further off than Sanchez is, being only 18 years old. Finishing with the worst record in the Majors last season, the Pirates are on the clock with the first pick in the 2011 draft, where early indications point to Rice third baseman Anthony Rendon, a prospect who has drawn comparisons to Tampa Bay Rays star Evan Longoria. Unfortunately for the Pirates, there isn’t a Stephen Strasburg type talent sitting there for them to bolster their pitching staff.

Pitching is what wins games in the Majors. Across the state, the Phillies have four studs that can carry their team through the dog days of summer into the fall in Roy Halladay, Cliff Lee, Roy Oswalt and Cole Hamels. The Pirates don’t have one pitcher on their roster in that ballpark. The last time the Pirates had a pitcher of any one of their calibers, was in 1992 in Doug Drabek. The Pirates best pitcher is a setup man in Evan Meeks. It’s hard to setup your closer when the starting pitcher hands the ball over to you with a five run deficit every night. Paul Maholm and Brad Lincoln are both serviceable starters, but neither are elite. One could argue that pitching is the Pirates most glaring need, but even Pirate optimists would argue that the Pirates have more needs than they know what to do with.

The best thing about the start of every baseball season is that there is some optimism about the Buccos. They have some talent on the roster, and their farm system is stronger than it has been in years. Even after 18 consecutive losing seasons, every spring brings a glimmer of hope for a franchise that hasn’t won since the Bush administration, and by Bush, I don’t mean George W, I mean George H. W. Bush.

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Bald Eagle Area Little League Softball Draft Attention all parents of girls ages 9 AND 10. Bald Eagle Area Little League Softball will be holding their 2011 Player Draft on the following dates: • March 2nd and 3rd in the Bald Eagle Area High School auxiliary gymnasium (back gym by the football field).

The draft will run from 6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Players will be asked to

bring with them their glove, running shoes and be dressed appropriately for running, throwing and batting. Players are permitted to bring their bats and helmets if they so choose.

the following information must be provided.

Players, ages 9-12, interested in registering but have not yet done so will have one more chance on these two dates.

• The date of last TETANUS shot for child

If you are registering your child

• A copy of the child’s birth certificate that will remain on file with the league

• Registration fee ($40 per child) Questions? Please call (814) 933-9772

Bald Eagle Area Little League Softball Meeting The Bald Eagle Area Little League Softball will be holding their regular monthly meeting on SUNDAY, MARCH 13TH AT 6PM. The meeting will be held at the Bald Eagle Area High School CAFETERIA. Regular monthly meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at the Bald Eagle Area High School.

Those interested can check us out at

our Eteamz league page at http://www. eteamz.com/baldeaglearealittleleaguesoftball where additional information can be found on upcoming meetings as well as other league news.

This is an exciting new league and provides a new opportunity for the girls in the Bald Eagle Area School District.

Please do what you can to be a part of the league.

Penn State Wrestling UNIVERSITY PARK – The Nittany Lions ended their regular season dual meet last Friday with a dominant win over the #16 ranked Wisconsin Badgers. In the 30-12 win, Penn State lost just bouts and gave up only five takedowns as they finished the season at 17-1-1, their best record since 1992-93 when they ended at 22-0-1.

In their final real tune up before entering the Big Ten tournament in March, three Nittany Lions stood out with their performances. At 141 lbs, Andrew Alton needed just 3:52 to record a fall while Frank Molinaro picked up a 9-1 major at 149 lbs. David Taylor stole

the show at 157 lbs with an 18-2 technical fall that took just less than five minutes (4:57).

The two losses that Penn State suffered came on consecutive matches starting at 184 lbs when Quentin Wright was pinned by Travis Rutt (4:41). That was followed by Trevor Brandvoid’s first period fall over Nick Ruggear at :42.

Cameron Wade ended the match with a 5-2 decision.

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The View from the Head Pin From The Bellefonte Lanes

On Saturday, February 5 in the Saturday Morning Youth Bowling Program at Bellefonte Lanes, Jarrett Horner bowled his highest 3-game series of his career (620), which was also his first 600 series.

Jarrett, who is only 11-years old and averages 138, bowled scores of 153-235-232, bowling over his 3-game average by an amazing 206 pins! Teammate and 12-year old, Noah Siegle, who averages 126, bowled his highest career game of 198, beating his average by an awesome 72 pins.

The Student-Athlete & College Recruiting Attention Parents: In an effort to educate our parents and athletes about athletic scholarships and the college recruiting process, Dynamite Sports will conduct an hour long seminar entitled “The Student-Athlete & College Recruiting� on Tuesday, March 15, 2011 @ 7 p.m. in the Bald Eagle High School Cafeteria. Dynamite Sports was started by a gentleman named Rick Wire after he went thru the recruiting process with his son, Coy (played football at Stanford and is now in the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons).

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Middletown High School Auditorium Athletes & Parents in grades 7 - 12

Athletes & Parents in grades 7 – at12 This seminar will help Attendees will receive a FREE SAT/ACT Prep DVD valued $200! *Limit 1 per family / S&H not included parents to become more knowledgeable and REALISTIC about scholarships and the recruiting process.

Middle school families are encouraged to attend so they can learn that NOW is the time to prepare for playing sports in college.

This event will teach our parents and athletes how to find the right college and where to look for financial aid/scholarships.

Thank you in advance for your help and support in making this a well attended event. If you are planning on attending, please let me know so I can make sure we are prepared with enough seating. If you would like to check out Dynamite Sports site please go to www.dynamitesports.com

On Tuesday, February 15, Andy Prisk bowled a 287 game, starting the game with the first 10 strikes, in the Mountaintop Mixed League at Bellefonte Lanes. It was his highest game bowled of his career!

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Nittany Region is Seeking Interested Players for Keystone State Games The Nittany Region Baseball Team is recruiting players for this summer’s Keystone State Games.

Tryouts for the Keystone Team are held in June, but interested players should contact us now to register to ensure sure they are informed when Tryouts will be held.

The Keystone State Games Baseball Tournament is the ELITE Tournament for High School Age players in the state of Pennsylvania. It’s a great place to play against some good competition. And – it’s a great place to be seen and meet college baseball coaches.

The Keystone State Games will be held the last week in July in Harrisburg / Hershey.

Team will be competing in the Centre Division which covers the center of the state and includes the following counties Centre, Clearfield, Cameron, Clinton, Elk, Lycoming, McKean, Mifflin, Montour, Northumberland, Potter, Snyder, Tioga and Union Counties.

TEAMS: Scholastic: For players going into 11th & 12th grades next year.

Junior: For players going into 9th & 10th grades next year.

Slightly new format will be used this year as it looks like there will be eight divisions across the state. Play will consist of six pool play games and one Finals game for the top 4 teams.

Games will take place Thursday - Sunday of that week (2 games per day) There will be a College Showcase held on Thursday for all interested players in the Scholastic Division. This Showcase is attended by over 100 College Coaches and Baseball Scouts.

Call 814-234-4186 for more details or see the Keystone Games Website: www.keystonegames.com

Attention

Local Sports Fans, Parents and Athletes!!

Just a reminder that with the all the sports going on in the county, it’s especially important that I get the input of all of you as I am bound to miss many of those who are deserving of recognition in their respective sports. No sport should go unnoticed or worse yet, unplayed. You can even submit your own name and deny it to your friends and teammates.

Please feel free to contact me at my email address: sports@centrecountygazette.com regarding your sports story as well as a phone number where you can be reached if needed.

You can also post your ideas for a story or a recap of your game on the Centre County Sports page on Facebook.

In order to make the Centre County Gazette the paper of the people, I need you, the people to provide the best sports coverage around.

Good luck to all you in your respective sports. Hopefully I will run into you at a sporting event sometime and it will be you I will be covering. — Les Barnhart, Sports Editor

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FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Lady Eagles Fall Short in Bid for Mountain League Championship

Lady Rams End Season Strong with Road Win

TYRONE – The Lady Eagles’ basketball team may have found their nemesis. That would be the Central Lady Dragons as for the second time in two games; they got together on the hardwood and turned in a game that was more than worth the price of admission. The Lady Eagles had won the earlier contest in Wingate that had fans clamoring to see the rematch.

That rematch came last Friday in the form of the Mountain League Championship game.

Bald Eagle Area (21-2), who will open the District 6 AA playoffs as the top seed, opened an early lead on Central with Marissa Ward leading the offensive attack. Fresh off being named as Player of Week, Ward had 12 points and 6 steals.

Brittany Butterworth added 11 points while Katelyn Miller chipped in 8 points to go along with 12 rebounds. Abby Gettig also came up big on the glass with 11 rebounds.

In the 41-38 regular season win, the Lady Eagles had to fend off Central (18-5) in the second half and especially the fourth quarter. That was the case again last Friday as the Lady Dragons tallied 15 of the last 19 points to pull away for the 53-43 win.

PHILIPSBURG – The Penns Valley girls basketball team ended their season last Friday night with a narrow 41-40 road win over Philipsburg-Osceola. The Lady Rams ended the season by winning two of the final three games.

Against the Lady Mounties, Carolyn Darr led Penns Valley in scoring with 9 points while Cassie Hazel and Krista Rupert each added 8 points in the win. The Lady Rams’ JV team also posted a victory as they won easily, 49-29.

The loss certainly wasn’t the kind of send off that Philipsburg-Osceola was looking for as they entered the District 6 AA playoffs where they dropped their opener, 53-34, to Central.

By Les Barnhart

The Lady Eagles fought hard until the very end but struggled making their shots down the stretch. Central attacked the Lady Eagles’ defense and pulled ahead with less than four and a half minutes to play. It was a lead they would not give up.

Central, the fourth seed in AA opened their postseason run with a 43-34 win over Philipsburg-Osceola.

Bald Eagle Area will face #8 seed Ligonier Valley tonight at 730pm. The game will be played at the Hollidaysburg Junior High School. Ligonier Valley defeated ninth seeded Blairsville, 32-30, on Tuesday night.

Once again the fans left the Tyrone gym already talking about the possibility of a third meeting between the teams.

A young fan rooting on the Lady Eagles

The student section cheered on the Lady Eagles.

Bellefonte Basketball Weekly Roundup

By Matt Masullo

Tuesday February 15, 2011 The Lady Raiders dropped their season finale at Lewistown with a 50-26 loss to the Lady Panthers. The Lady Raiders fell behind early and found themselves trying to fight back all evening long. Brooks Young led Bellefonte in scoring with 13 points in her final game for Bellefonte. The Lady Raiders finished the season with a 7-15 record.

Tuesday February 15, 2011 Butterworth and Ward defend a Central player.

Late Run Ends Rams’ Hopes for Mountain League Championship

By Les Barnhart

TYRONE – Last Friday night in Tyrone proved to be a tough night for Centre County teams trying to win their respective Mountain League Championship games. After watching the Bald Eagle Area girls fall to Central, the Penns Valley boys took the court against Huntingdon Bearcats and their monster center, Jeremy Posey.

The Rams (17-5) held a slim 12-10 lead at the end of the first quarter but that would be the last one they would hold as the Bearcats turned to Posey and assumed control of the game for the remaining three quarters.

Huntingdon (22-1) led 30-19 at halftime and then held on as the Rams rallied back in the second half to draw within four points. The Bearcats, led by the 6’6” Posey, surged ahead once again with a 22-0 run that ultimately put the game away.

Posey ended the game with 29 points, most of which came from a strong inside game including dunks and short jumpers, as well as pulling down 19 rebounds for Huntingdon.

Kevin Montminy had 20 points for the Rams while Collin Smith chipped in 12 points for the Rams. Penns Valley opened the District 6 AA playoffs last night against Central in a game played in Hollidaysburg. The Rams are the top seed in their bracket. Coverage of that game will be provided in next week’s Gazette.

Slow starts for Bellefonte were the theme versus Lewistown last week, as the Red Raiders dropped their regular-season finale 53-41 to the Panthers.

Lewistown jumped out to a 20-5 lead at the end of the first quarter. The Raiders cut the lead to six points heading to the fourth quarter, but the Panthers proved to be too much.

Zach Moershbacher led the way for Bellefonte with 14 points.

John Kowalchuk added eight in the loss.

By Les Barnhart

Raiders Season Ends with Heartbreaker

By Matt Masullo

The Red Raider basketball team’s season ended Wednesday evening in an overtime thriller versus Forest Hills, losing 58-54 in the first round of the District 6 Class AAA playoffs. The loss ended an up and down season for the boys basketball team.

The Raiders ended the season with a 10-13 record.

The Raiders and Rangers traded scores throughout the entire game, and faced a 32-32 tie at the end of three quarters of play. No team held more than a three point lead entering the fourth quarter. Heading to the fourth, Bellefonte scored the first points of the quarter, and proceeded to go on an 8-0 run. The Raiders held a 40-34 lead with just under five minutes to play in regulation. Struggling to hit free throws, Bellefonte allowed Forest Hills to keep the game close.

The Raiders had several chances at the foul line to put the game away, but poor shooting at the stripe left the door open for the Rangers.

The Raiders held a 47-46 lead with 6.9 seconds remaining as Zach Moerschbacher strolled to the line for two foul shots.

He hit the first and missed the second, which allowed Forest Hills’ standout Luke Gallaher (14 points) to take the ball the length of the court only to be fouled on his drive to the basket with .3 seconds remaining in regulation. Neither of Gallaher’s two free throws hit anything but net. With the game knotted at 48, the teams headed to overtime.

In the extra quarter, the game remained close until the waning seconds. Moerschbacher hit two free throws to tie the game at 54 with 39 seconds remaining. Gallaher and Tanner Thomas (game high 26 points) would put the final nails in Bellefonte’s coffin as Gallaher found Thomas for an easy layup, giving the Rangers a 56-54 lead with just under 30 seconds left to play.

Bellefonte had one last opportunity to tie or win the game after a timeout, when Bellefonte Coach Dan Miller drew up a play for junior guard John Kowalchuk with five seconds left in overtime. On the inbound pass, Gallaher stole the ball, dribbled the length of the court, and dunked the ball just before time ran out on Bellefonte’s season.

Moerschbacher led the charge for Bellefonte; scoring 20 points in the loss, John Kowalchuk also added 10 points.

Playing in their final game for Bellefonte, seniors Robbie Proper scored five points, and Corey Strouse added eight.

Next season, the Raiders return junior shooters Jason Jarvis and John Kowalchuk as well as defensive stalwart Malik Breon. They will be leaned on heavily as the Raiders look to get back to the District playoffs.

Bellefonte Intramural Bowlers Show Off Their Talents PHILIPSBURG, PA - On Saturday, February 12, 2011 at Moshannon Valley Super Bowl, bowlers from the Bellefonte Area School District Intramural Bowling Program defeated the Philipsburg-Osceola High School bowling team, 5-0, winning by a total of 729 pins over the three-game match. Bellefonte was led by 7th-grader Darren Heeman, who kept his head in the game after a slow start in the first game, coming back with games of 218 and 223 to finish with a 556 series.

Following the lead were senior Curtis Robb (533), 8th-grader Ryan Gmerek (529), junior Chris Holliday (500), and junior Gabby Coll (427). This was the Bellefonte Intramural Bowling Programs first ever head-to-head school bowling competition versus a high school bowling team!

Standing (left to right): Ryan Gmerek, Chris Holliday, Gabby Coll, Kneeling (left to right): Darren Heeman, Curtis Robb

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Contra Dancing in State College

“Swing your partners!”

The dancers circle left once around.

The fiddle section of the Open Contra Dance Band.

Live Entertainment Schedule 2/25/11 – 3/3/11

By Karen Dabney

The Open Contra Dance Band, led by fiddler Bruce Young (standing) and keyboard player Peggy Shutes.

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STATE COLLEGE – On Friday, February 18, the Central Pennsylvania Country Dance Association held their monthly contra dance at the Friends School, 1900 University Drive, State College. Perry Shafran of Crofton, Maryland called the dance to music by OCD, the local open contra dance band.

According to Shafran, Caller Perry Shafran “Contra dancing is like square of Crofton, Maryland dancing, but it’s in long lines called the contra dance of partners where you and on Febraury 18. your partner progress up and down the line together. It’s fun getting to dance with lots of neighbors, whereas in square dances you stay in the same square. Some dancers love it so much, they go to weekend and week-long camps all across the country.”

The evening began with a brief beginners’ dance lesson at 7:30 p.m. Shafran taught dancers the basic steps of the dance, including moves familiar from square dancing, such as do-sido and swing your partner.

After the lesson, the dancers assembled in long lines for the first dance. Shafran led them in a walk-through, in which he called the sequence of dance steps without music for the participants to practice. Then the band started playing a lively Irish tune, and Shafran called out the moves as the lines of partners danced.

Dancer Susie Raling said, “It’s really energizing. I’m totally exhausted on Friday evening and drag myself out to dance, and I’m totally energized by the end of the evening.”

Most contra dance bands that play in State College have been groups of two to four musicians from various towns in Pennsylvania. For this dance, fiddler Bruce Young and keyboard player Peggy Shutes led a group of 19 musicians, most of whom were members of three local jam sessions: the Irish Session in Pleasant Gap, the Tussey Mountain Old Timey Jam session, and the Tuesday Night Jam in Pine Hall.

Several musicians traveled from Lewisburg, Lewistown, and Emporium to play in the open band.

The band played a mix of Irish, Canadian, old timey, and New England fiddle tunes. Young said he went through the repertoire of the groups to find music everyone could play.

The dancers circled and twirled to the music of fiddles, guitars, pennywhistle, accordion, banjo, keyboard, three handheld Irish drums called bodhran, and a mandola, a deeper toned member of the mandolin family.

Dancer Jennifer Landis said that as a single mom, she found it harder to meet people. “When I went to the first dance, I smiled so much I had to go back.”

She liked the family friendly aspect of contra dance and that no alcohol was involved, so she could bring her daughter.

She met her boyfriend at a dance festival in her home state of West Virginia, and eventually joined him in State College.

“The couples I’ve met contra dancing have the coolest relationships – balanced and healthy.”

The next contra dance will be held on March 18. Cindy Harris from Pittsburgh will call to music by the Contra Rebels, a York County band. No partner is needed, since dancers change partners for each dance. For more information, contact the Central Pennsylvania Country Dance Association, (814) 234-1008.

Bar Bleu – Downtown State College All Entertainment starts at 10:30pm 2/25 Royal Benson 2/26 Ted McCloskey & The HiFi’s 3/3 Royal Benson

The Saloon – Downtown State College All Entertainment starts at 10:30pm 2/25 Velveeta 2/26 Mr. Hand 2/27 Atomic Supersonic 2/28 Smokin’ Karaoke 3/1 Tuesday Jones 3/2 Broken 3/3 My Hero Zero

The Deli – Downtown State College

2/27 Tries Bien Ensemble – 11:30am-1:30pm 3/3 Domenick Swentosky

Inferno Brick Oven & Bar – Downtown State College 3/2

Greg & Jason Acoustic

Zeno’s Pub – Downtown State College

2/25 AAA Blues Band,7pm Wilgus & Bishop & Waffles Midnight Spaghetti & the Chocolate Strings, 10pm Thurs. Night in the ‘Soul Kitchen’ with Black Coffee, 11pm 2/26 Pure Cane Sugar, 9:30pm 2/27 Kris Kehr, 9pm 3/2 Andy Tolins Bluegrass Revue, 7pm

The Autoport – S. Atherton St., State College 2/25 Shot In The Dark 357, 9pm 2/26 Chris Good Acoustic Jam, 8pm

Prospector’s Allegheny Rib Company – State College 3/1 3/3

Richard Benninghoff Table Magic, 6pm Ken Volz, 10pm

Elk Creek Café & Ale Works – Millheim 2/26 Cabinet, 8pm 2/27 Rick Hirsch Quartet, 4pm 3/3 Poe Valley Troubadours, 7:30pm

The Phyrst – Downtown State College 2/25 2/26 2/27 2/28 3/1 3/2 3/3

Ted McCloskey & The Hi-Fi’s, 10:30pm The Phyrst Phamily, 10pm Lowjack, 10:30pm Open Mic Night, 9pm Table Ten, 10:30pm The Nightcrawlers, 10:30pm Atlas Soundtrack, 8pm Maxwell Strait, 10:30pm

American Ale House – Toftrees/State College 2/25 2/26 2/27 3/2 3/3

Tommy Wareham, 6pm & 9pm Dominic Swintosky, 8pm Ted & Molly, 8pm Tommy Wareham, 7:30pm Scott Mangene, 8pm

The Arena – Martin Street/State College

2/25 The Original Poptart Monkeys – “The Encore” 2/26 The Screaming Ducks – 27th Anniversary Bash, 9pm

The Rathskeller – Downtown State College 2/25 Mr. Hand, 10:30pm 2/26 My Hero Zero, 10:30pm

The Darkhorse Tavern – Downtown State College 2/25 Pure Cane Sugar, 7:30pm The Zak Sobel Band, 10pm 2/26 The Piano Rocks—JT & Natascha, 6pm 5 Cherry Lewis, 10pm

Café 210 West – Downtown State College 2/25 JR, James & Natalie, 6:30pm My Hero Zero, 10:30pm 3/1 Cafeoke, 10:30pm 3/2 Go Go Gadjet, 10:30pm

Mountain Valley Diner – Wingate 3/1 3/3

Old Time Traditions, 6pm Karaoke with Ken Yeaney, 6pm

3/1 3/2

Biscuit Jam, 6:30pm JT Blues, 6:30pm

Governor’s Pub – Bellefonte Bonfatto’s – Bellefonte

2/26 Allegheny Ridgerunners, 8:30pm

The State Theatre – Downtown State College 2/26 The Met Opera: Live in HD, 1pm 3/1 Open Wings Broken Strings, 8pm 3/2 Cherish The Ladies, 8pm

Acoustic Brew Concert Series – Center For WellBeing, Lemont

3/3

Jesse Winchester, 7:45pm

Schedules subject to change. Call the venue for details.

“All join hands and circle left.”

“Long lines go forward and back!”

The Gazette is committed to providing you with a complete listing of upcoming Live Entertainment in Centre County. If your establishment provides Live Entertainment and would like to have your entertainment listed for FREE here in the Gazette, just e-mail your entertainment to sales@centrecountygazette.com.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2011

PSU Music Faculty to “Follow Their Bliss” Submitted by Chistopher Lee

BOALSBURG – What would happen if you asked a variety of talented and knowledgeable classical musicians to perform whatever music they found most interesting? The result is the April 30 Music at the Boal Mansion, a spring concert/reception which will feature fine food, champagne and a wide range of music chosen and performed by the faculty of the Penn State School of Music who will be “following their bliss,” according to Boal Mansion Museum CEO Christopher Lee. Organized by Penn State professor and clarinetist Dr. Anthony Costa, musical selections will range from those from early 19th century masters Chopin and Mendelssohn to recent works from Kye Ryung Park (born 1974) and Paul Chiara (born 1938) with selections in between from Luigi Cherubini, a contemporary much-admired by Beethoven, and from Jacques Ibert, a 20th century French composer of eclectic tastes.

Stellar performers from the Penn State School of Music faculty include internationally renowned cellist and Penn State’s first laureate Kim Cook, who was also an International Artistic Ambassador for the U.S. Department of State; pianist Enrico Elisi, winner of the top awards at the Venice Competition and at the Oporto, Portugal, International Competition; and a host of accomplished voice, string and woodwind faculty led by clarinetist Anthony Costa who is organizing the program.

Music at the Boal Mansion, a Centre county tradition for over 30 years, is presented jointly by the Boal Mansion Museum and the Penn State School of Music on Saturday April 30 at 8 p.m. at the Boal Mansion, 163 Boal Estate Drive in Boalsburg.

Tickets are $75 per person and benefit both historic preservation and Penn State University’s Music at Penn’s Woods in June. For reservations, contact the Boal Mansion Museum at (814) 466-6210 or office@boalmuseum.com. For details, access http://boalmuseum.com.

Internationally renowned cellist and Penn State’s first laureate Kim Cook will join headline musicians performing at Music at the Boal Mansion, a concert/ reception hosted by the Boal Mansion Museum and the Penn State School of Music on Saturday, April 30, 2011, at the Boal Mansion Museum. For ticket information, contact the Boal Mansion Museum at 814-466-6210 or office@boalmuseum.com. For details, access http://boalmuseum.com.

Mountain Valley Diner’s Idol Contest

By Brian Baney

WINGATE – Are you a fan of good food, good music, and a simple good time? If you are, then Mountain Valley Diner was the place to be Saturday night, February 19.

The Mountain Valley Diner’s 1st Annual Idol Contest, the brain-child of Ken Yeaney, proved to be a big success. Ken, along with his sound system equipment and his musical talent Melissa Fisher Jeremy Garner, Dustin Geist sings Erin Westin hits us brought an entertaining evening to a packed house. makes us Crazy Don’t Be Cruel, Santana’s Forget with her best shot!

The evening began with the introduction of the judges.

Ken Yeaney without the jumpsuit About It Our very own Vicki Gillette, Ken’s brother Dan Yeaney, and warms up the Joe Casher were given the challenge of picking a winner from crowd with his the group of nine contestants. What a challenge it turned out wonderful voice to be.

Ken warmed up the crowd with the ballad, Everything I Do, by Chicago. If Ken had been a contestant, I think he would’ve taken home the prize package.

We were in for a treat as the first contestant, Melissa Fisher stepped to the mic and took the Jerry Watson plays audience back to a simpler era with Patsy Cline’s to the crowd with You Trey Kanoff & Brooke Olivia Yeaney, 5, dedicates Crazy. Melissa’s pretty voice and smile brought apAin’t Goin’ Nowhere Newman were Picture Over The Rainbow to a plause and whistles from the dinner crowd. perfect. lucky little boy Then the audience was whisked from the past Amanda Weaver back to today’s Santana with Dustin Geist singing, Connie Never Promised Forget About It, with a strong voice and a ton of Summers belts emotion. The youngsters in the crowd seemed to out Release Me You A Rose appreciate Dustin’s efforts the most.

Garden Jeremy Garner brought Elvis back to life with Don’t Be Cruel. Now, if you’re not a fan of Elvis, then, well, couldn’t just sing the song. No you’re just not a fan of good music. Jeremy did a wonderful indeed. Olivia dedicated the song to a handsome young man job and received much appreciation from the diner’s.

An appreciative crowd Tori Suhey wows The crowd waits patiently...

Pat Benetar made an appearance in the form of Erin in the crowd, around her age of was on hand the crowd with Love Weston. Erin sang her heart out with her rendition of Hit Me five or so. Ah, those redheads Story With Your Best Shot. Erin gave it her best shot. Did she pack will getcha’ every time.

Another talented little girl sought the spotlight. Tori enough punch? Read on.

Ms. Connie Summers took us on a trip to the late ’60s with Suhey performed Love Story, a Taylor Swift hit. Tori did a Release Me, made famous by Englebert Humperdinck. Connie great job with a difficult tune to sing, especially in karaoke. began her appearance by chatting with the audience to calm Way to go, Tori.

The judges gave Ken the signal and the evening’s talher nerves. She was a sweetheart and the audience loved her ented performers waited with bated breath. A drum roll was for her effort. given on one of the tables. Quite well, I might add. The deciI Never Promised You A Rose Garden, a big hit for Lynn sion was handed down to the EmCee and the winner is....

Anderson in 1971, but on this night it was Amanda Weav...and the winner is...

Congratulations to Mr. Jerry Jerry Watson of Pleasant Gap! His winning perforer’s turn to strike platinum. A seasoned karaoke performer, Watson mance of You Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere won over the judges Amanda hit all the right notes and made all the right moves. hearts in the end.

I do believe the crowd on hand agreed But, did she win over the judges? Hmmm?

A last-minute sign-up at the door brought some of the with the judges selection and gave the winner a big round crowd to their feet with his performance. Jerry Watson, a of applause. Jerry humbly accepted the prize package of 68-year-old retiree from Pleasant Gap brought the house an Audio Technica Microphone from Robert M Sides, a down, or up in this case. Jerry played his guitar and sang You Lifetime Microphone cord from South West Audio ProAin’t Goin’ Nowhere. Bob Dylan wrote and sang this song at ductions, a $20 gift card from Sheetz and the best gift of Woodstock in 1968. Jerry proved to be a talented performer, all, a $40 gift card from the Mountain Valley Diner.

Jerry stated that he had only entered the contest for indeed. the chance to play his music, he didn’t play to win. Well The final performance of the evening brought us the Shirley Snyder thanks Ken Jerry, you made quite the impression with the judges and Jerry Watson very duet of Brooke Newman and Trey Kanoff. Their offering was those of us watching.

Your humble talent speaks volumes and the audience for a humbly accepts 1st a Sheryl Crow and Kid Rock ballad, Picture – a song that wonderful night and super place went gold in 2006. Brooke and Trey gave a magnificent per- of your heart of gold. Thank you for sharing your Godgiven talent and CONGRATULATIONS. experience formance. In the end, did the judges pick them? writer. To Vicki, Dan, The First Annual Mountain Valley Diner Idol Contest While the judges tallied their numbers, the diners were and Joe, a mighty round treated to some young talent in the music industry. Well, was a great success. A big thank you goes out to Ken Yeaney of applause to you for your time, effort, and ear for talent. in the Centre County music industry, anyway. Olivia for coming up with the idea. You did an incredible job. Thanks Remember folks, next year, the weekend following ValYeaney, with some encouragement from Mom, Amy, stood and a big YUM goes out to Shirley Snyder, owner of The entine’s Day is the 2nd Annual Idol Contest. Practice up and high on a chair and gave the audience her best. Olivia sang Mountain Valley Diner. Without her and the gracious staff look sharp. You never know, you may just be what Centre Over The Rainbow, a song made famous by Judy Garland at the diner, the night would not have been as enjoyable and County is looking for as their next winner at Mountain Valley in The Wizard of Oz. Now, Olivia, being a redhead and all, tasty as it was. To the judges, you receive no envy from this Diner Idol Contest. So, practice, practice, practice...

ATTENTION LOCAL MUSICIANS!!!

Just send your band information -- however big or small the news is -- to The Gazette!

We will start a new feature called “Centre of the Music Scene” which will feature information about the local band scene in Centre County. Whether it’s country, rock, bluegrass, folk, jazz, rap -- whatever -- let us know what’s happening! We might DID YOU JUST CELEBRATE A MILESTONE ANNIVERSARY IN THE BAND? even do a full-length feature about it!

DID YOU JUST WIN AN AWARD? Just send your info via e-mail to sales@centrecountygazette.com or if you have a CD that you’d like us to review, send it to...

HAS YOUR MUSIC BEEN FEATURED SOMEWHERE OUTSIDE THE AREA? Centre County Gazette LET THE GAZETTE KNOW ABOUT IT AND WE’LL TELL ALL OF CENTRE COUNTY!!!

ATTN: Entertainment Editor, P.O. Box 679, State College, PA 16804 HAVE A NEW CD COMING OUT?

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What’s Happening?

Email your organization’s events to editor@centrecountygazette.com Please have them in by Wednesday noon in order to be included in Friday’s edition.

See The Gazette Web Site for updated What’s Happening calendar items — www.centrecountygazette.com.

Feb. 26 – Presentation on Bellefonte Railroad “A Railroad Worth Knowing: The Bellefonte Central” will be the topic of a presentation at the Centre Furnace Mansion on Saturday, February 26 at 2 p.m. by author and historian, Michael Bezilla. Even many longtime residents of the area may have a hard time recalling the era when a railroad connected Bellefonte and State College. Michael Bezilla, local railroad historian and co-author of Rails to Penn State, will trace the history of the Bellefonte Central Railroad, using slides to illustrate the railroad’s origin in the late 1800s as an iron ore carrier, and how in later years it played a major role in developing Centre County’s lime and limestone industry. Mike will also highlight the Bellefonte Central’s importance as Penn State’s economic lifeline, and point out a few traces of the rail line that are still part of today’s landscape.

Feb. 26 – Dinner Fundraiser for Billy J. Croyle The Snow Shoe United Methodist Church will host a dinner to benefit Billy J. Croyle on February 26 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Baked steak, mashed potatoes, and all the trimmings will be on the menu. Meals are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12.

Feb. 26 – Comedy Club Benefits Dyslexia Children’s Dyslexia Center is sponsoring a Comedy Club night on Saturday, February 26 at 9:30 p.m.; doors open at 9 p.m.

It’s at Wise Crackers Comedy club at The Elks Country Club Ballroom, Boalsburg (Route 322 South). For tables of six or more, please make a reservation with Nancy at (814) 234-2105.

Feb. 27 – Community Aid Concert On Sunday afternoon, February 27 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. there will be a Community Aid Concert at Faith United Methodist Church, 512 Hughes Street, Bellefonte. It will be done in a Coffee House format. This concert will benefit the Food Bank, so please bring non-perishable foods item to donate.

There will be a nice variety of music, coffee, soft drinks, and lots of fun. The public is invited. For more information contact Dan Christopher at (814) 359-7041.

Feb. 27 – Christian Band Concert Joyful Noise, a contemporary Christian band, will be in concert, February 27 at 6 p.m. at the Runville United Methodist Church, 1216 Runville Road, on Rte 144, approx 3.5 miles north of the Sheetz store in Wingate. Contact Pastor Doug Mellott at (814) 353-8380 with questions.

Feb. 28 – Centre County Farmland Trust presentation The Centre County Farmland Trust is hosting a public education event entitled “The Farmer Forum” to discuss the recent extension of the federal tax incentive that encourages voluntary, private land conservation. It will be Monday, February 18 at 7 p.m. at the Grange Fair Administration Building, Grange Fair Gate 2, corner of Kurtz Street and Hoffer Avenue in Centre Hall. Learn how to preserve your land and natural resources, maintain ownership and control of your farm, gain Income Tax Incentives, and minimize future estate taxes.

Contact Norman Lathbury, Executive Director of the Centre County Farmland Trust at (814) 355-6791 or e-mail nklathbury@co.centre.pa.us. Learn more at www.CentreCountyFarmlandTrust.org.

Feb. 28 – Ham Pot Pie Supper There will be a Ham Pot Pie/Soup & Bread Dinner from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Bald Eagle Valley Community UM Church, behind Sheetz in Wingate, next to the elementary school.

The dinner benefits the building fund. Cost is $8 adults, $6 students, $3 children. For more info call (814) 353-8870 or (814) 355-2655 March 3 – Digital Newspaper Project Presentation The Penn State Newspaper Project is holding a presentation Thursday, March 3 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Foxdale Village Auditorium in State College. This features presenters Karen Morrow, project manager for the Pennsylvania Digital Newspaper Project, and Sue Kellerman, head of the Digitization and Preservation Dept. at PSU Libraries Historic Newspapers.

Historic newspapers online may provide you with tidbits of information about the daily lives of your ancestors. Find out how and where to find online collections of digitalized historic PA newspapers – accessible to everyone, every where. You’ll

also learn how to browse and search this resource. This is presented by the Centre County Genealogical Society.

March 4 – First Friday Game Night St. John’s Lutheran Church, 101 Mill St., Millheim is sponsoring a game night, “First Friday” at 7 pm in the parish house.

Cards & board games. Bring a snack to share and bring your friends & family and enjoy!

March 4 – Vera Bradley Bingo for HOPE The Penns Valley HOPE Fund will sponsor the inaugural March Madness Vera Bradley Bingo at the Centre Hall – Potter Elementary School on Friday, March 4. Doors open at 6 p.m., with bingo beginning at 7 p.m. There’s a chance to win over 30 fabulous Vera Bradley items, also more than 15 prizes for raffle tickets, a 50/50 drawing, two door prizes, and two special games. Refreshments will be available. Due to space issues, seating is limited to ticket holders only, and we must request that no small children attend. You must have a ticket for admittance, and no one under 18 years of age may win.

Tickets are $20 each, and are non-refundable. For tickets and information contact either Suzie Johnson at (713) 206-6272 suziejohnson@nittanybrokerage.net or Ruthann Long at (814) 237-7080 ruthannlong@nittanybrokerage.net. Proceeds will benefit the Penns Valley HOPE Fund.

March 5 – Kids for FaithCentre Here’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy some family entertainment, and contribute food for the FaithCentre at the same time. On March 5 at 7 p.m., children from Bellefonte Elementary will perform three-minute acts, using their imagination and skills. You will see dancing, acting, lip syncing, piano, and more. Cost of admission is just a canned food item.

March 6 – Dinner & a Concert The Church of the Good Shepherd, 402 Willowbank Street, Bellefonte, will be having a dinner and a concert on Sunday, March 6. The dinner is at 5 p.m. in the church fellowship hall – choice of either chicken cordon bleu or bacon wrapped sirloin, with potato, vegetable, dessert, and beverage. The concert is at 6 p.m. in the church sanctuary featuring guest singers Les and Linda Green. Their music ranges from southern gospel, Gaither style hymns, to praise and worship choruses. The cost of the dinner is $10 per person and a love offering will be taken at the concert. ALL monies from the dinner will go to the Greens. For more information, call (814) 355-5423.

March 11 – April 15 – Lenten Fish Dinner The State College Knights of Columbus is holding a Lenten Fish Dinner at 850 Stratford Drive, State College. The dinners will start on Friday March 11 and continue every Friday thru April 15 – serving from 4:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. The menu includes: fish – breaded or plain, macaroni & cheese, stewed tomatoes, halushki, cole slaw, vegetable, rolls & butter, beverage, and dessert. Adults $9; ages six to 10 $5, age five and under free. Public welcomed. Take outs available.

March 11 – Basket Bingo There will be a Longaberger Basket and Cash Bingo event (20 games plus special games) on Friday, March 11 at the Penns Valley High School Cafeteria. Doors open at 6 p.m. for dinner (ham pot pie, hot dogs, BBQ, ham & cheese, sandwiches, ham salad sandwiches, baked goods, drinks). Bingo starts at 7 p.m.

Tickets in advance are $20. Call (814) 364-9878 or purchase at the door for $25. Proceeds benefit the 2011 Penns Valley Senior all-night class party.

March 11 – Free Documentary Film Gasland, a documentary film by Josh Fox, will be shown free on March 11 at the Penns Valley High School Auditorium, 4545 Penns Valley Road, Route 45, Spring Mills – presented

by Penns Valley Conservation Association, PVCA, visit www. pennsvalley.net.

Post-movie Q&A: Local Shale Gas Effects and What’s Doing in Harrisburg with moderator: Nathan Sooy, Clean Water.

March 12 – Roast Beef Dinner New Hope Lutheran Church of Spring Mills will serve a Roast Beef Dinner on Saturday, March 12 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eat in or take-out. Everyone is welcome.

March 12 – Volunteer For Charity!

The Bellefonte Chamber is sponsoring a volunteer fair at Lambert Hall March 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Community service agencies will be looking for prospective volunteers. If you would like to volunteer their time and talents, but don’t know what volunteer opportunities are available, please attend this event. You’ll be able to speak to representatives of exhibiting organizations and learn about what they do and how their volunteers serve the community.

The volunteer fair will be free to exhibiting organizations and is also free to the public. Each exhibitor will be provided with a table and two chairs. To reserve a table, please contact Gary Hoover at the Chamber: bellefontecoc@aol.com by March 4.

March 19 – Vera Bradley Bingo Geisinger Medical Group Bellefonte is hosting a Vera Bradley Bingo event to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network. It will be held at the Bellefonte Area High School Cafeteria at 2 p.m., doors open at 1 p.m. Tickets are on sale now $20 for 20 games. Call Lyndsay for tickets or more information at (814) 353-3517.

March 19 – Comedy for a Cause Wisecracker’s Comedy Club will host a night of fun and laughs for Tapestry of Health, a local women’s health clinic, on March 19 at the Elk’s Club in Boalsburg. Admission is $15 per ticket or $40 per ticket with a buffet dinner. A portion of the proceeds will go to fund cervical cancer screenings, breast cancer screenings, and other women’s health services for those who would otherwise not receive them. There will be a silent auction, as well as light fare for attendees. The evening will start at 6 p.m.

March 19 Ham Pot Pie Dinner Sprucetown United Methodist Church on 177 Upper Georges Valley Road is holding a homemade ham pot pie dinner on March 19 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.; eat in or take out. Includes pot pie, green beans, applesauce, cole slaw, rolls and butter, and cakes. Cost is $8 for adults; $4 for ages six to 12; free for age five and under. Also selling peanut butter eggs, coconut cream eggs, $.75; and hand-painted chocolate lollipops, $1 lg; $.50 sm, choice of milk, dark, or white chocolate. Proceeds benefit the Youth Church Camp.

March 25 – Bingo for Strawberry Fields Strawberry Fields, Inc. is hosting their 9th Annual Longaberger Basket & Vera Bradley Bingo event on March 25, at the Central PA Institute of Science & Technology in Pleasant Gap. Doors open at 5 p.m. with two early bird games starting at 6:30 p.m. and 20 regular games starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale - $20 in advance or $25 at the door for 20 games of bingo. Fifteen-dollar tickets for eight special games can be purchased at the door. Call Strawberry Fields for tickets or information, (814) 234-6023. Raffles, door prizes, food, desserts, and drinks will be on sale. All monies raised will be used to support our Strawberry Fields, Inc. programs.

March 27 - The Egg Hill Race The Rodney Myers Memorial Run Around Egg Hill 10-miler and Relay Race is Sunday, March 27 with registration at 1 p.m. and race starting at 2:30 p.m. The route begins at the Gregg Township Elementary School in Spring Mills and will follow scenic country roads around the mountain known as Egg Hill for a total of 10 miles, ending at the school. The race benefits the Penns Valley Area School District track and cross country programs. It is sanctioned by the Nittany Valley Running Club and sponsored by Runner’s World. Visit http:// keleitzel.com/egghill/ for registration, route maps, and other information.

March 29 – Opening Artist Reception An Opening Reception for the new exhibit, “Willard Dominick Retrospective,” with works by Clearfield artist Willard Dominick, will be at the BHCA Gallery at the Gamble Mill on Tuesday, March 29, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. All are invited. The Gallery is at the Gamble Mill Tavern, 160 Dunlap Street, Bellefonte. For further information, call (814) 383-0039. The exhibit is presented by the Bellefonte Historical and Cultural Association.

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GROUP MEETINGS The Gazette will publish the regular meeting dates & times for all Centre County social & service groups, organizations, clubs, etc that has membership open to the public. To have yours listed send to editor@centrecountygazette.com or mail to Stott Publications, PO Box 129, Warriors Mark, Pa. 16877

Alzheimer’s Support Group is held the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Mount Nittany Dining Room at The Inn, Brookline. For more information, contact Anne Campbell, (814) 234-3141 or Janie Provan, (814) 235-2000.

Ancient Mystic Order of Samaritans meet the fourth Thursday every month at 7:30 p.m. at I.O.O.F. Hall, 756 N. Main St., Pleasant Gap. BEA Class of 1959 holds its monthly dinner on the first Thursday each month at 6 p.m.

The location of the dinner changes each month. For the location or information, call Joyce at (814) 383-4337.

BEA Class of 1964 holds its monthly breakfast on the fourth Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. at the Mt. Valley Diner in Wingate. Call Sue at (814) 625-2132.

BEA Class of 1965 holds its monthly dinner on the last Friday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Bellefonte Moose. Any questions call Bob at (814) 383-2151.

BEA Class of 1971 Save the date for your 40th Class Reunion, Saturday, August 6 at 6 p.m., at the Bellefonte VFW. For more information, visit the BEA Class of 1971 on Facebook.

Bellefonte Elks Lodge meetings are held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. at the Bellefonte Elks.

Bellefonte Encampment #72 and Ridgeley Canton #8 meet the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Windmere Hall, 454 Rolling Ridge Drive, State College.

Bellefonte Kiwanis Club meets every Tuesday at the Moose Club on Spring Street at noon. For information on Kiwanis, contact Richard King, (814) 355-9606.

Bellefonte Sunrise Rotary Club meets every Friday at 7:30 a.m. at the Cafe on the Park at Talleyrand Park. Guests and visitors welcome. For more information on BSRC, contact Debbie Rowley (814) 880-9453.

Bible Study for Adults offers helpful and practical explanations from Ezekiel & Daniel. There is also a teen meeting (Games & God’s Word) with Pastor Jeremy. These take place at the Nittany Baptist Church just east of Boalsburg on Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. Call (814) 360-1601 for more info.

Breast Cancer Support Group meets the first Monday of each month from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Conference Room 4, Entrance B, Mt. Nittany Medical Center, State College.

Call Kristin Sides for information (814) 234-6175 or e-mail ksides@mountnittany.org.

Central PA Civil War Round Table will meet on Tuesday, March 1, at the PA Military Museum auditorium in Boalsburg beginning at 7 p.m. Dick Simpson will speak on The Battle of Wilson’s Creek, Missouri 1861. Mr. Simpson has been touring Civil War battlefields since junior high school, mostly following the 3rd and 15th Vermont Regiments for which his relatives fought and died. He lectures on many subjects including the 2nd Vermont at Gettysburg. Mr. Simpson has raised close to $10,000 for battlefield preservation through lecture donations and Civil War book raffles. The PA Military Museum is located at 602 Boalsburg Pike in Boalsburg. Anyone who is interested in the Civil War or joining the Central PA Civil War Round Table is invited. For more information, contact Central PA CWRT President, Lynn Herman (814) 861-0770.

Centre County Real Estate Investment Club meets the third Thursday of every month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 1609 N Atherton St. State College. For more information call (814) 280-5839.

Centre Region Model Investment Club meets in the Mazza Room at South Hills Business School, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the second Monday of every month. Observe an interactive educational stock model investment club. Centre Region Model Investment Club is a project of the Central PA Chapter of BetterInvesting – the only club they know of in the Centre Region which has an investment club that is open to the public. For information call (814) 234-8775 or e-mail cr20mic@aol.com.

Clearfield/Centre County Friends of NRA banquet & fundraiser night will be held on March 19 at the Frenchville Catholic Church Social Hall. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner served around 6:30 p.m. Live auction, bucket prizes, door prizes, raffles and silent auction. Tickets are $30.00. Call (814) 692-8403 for more details or to purchase tickets or e-mail pattyos1961@windstream.net.

Diabetes Support Group meets the second Thursday of each month from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., conference rooms 1 & 2, Mount Nittany Medical Center, Entrance E, State College. Diabetes education classes are also held regularly. For info contact Certified Diabetes Educator Amy Leffard, RN, BSN, CDE, at (814) 231.7095 or aleffard@mountnittany.org.

Ferguson Township Garden Club is sponsoring the trip near Baltimore on May 7 – Lawdew Topiary Gardens Festival Bus tour. The festival features a rare-plant and garden-ornament sale. Departure is from Fullington Garage. Cost is $65. Registration is required. Call (814) 238-1923 or e-mail fran@psu. edu for additional details.

Grief Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at Centre Crest. For additional info contact Anne Boal, Social Service Assistant, Centre Crest Nursing Facility, 502 East Howard Street, Bellefonte, (814) 548-1140 I.O.O.F. Centre Lodge #153 meets the first and third Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at I.O.O.F. Lodge Hall 756 North Main Street, Pleasant Gap.

PSU Police Report & DISPOSITION LOG

18 February 2011 PSU201100423 Drug Law Violation – Officer Swain filed criminal charges with the office of Magisterial District Judge Carmine W. Prestia, Jr. against student, Ryan S. Laureano, 302 Hutchinson Blvd., Mount Vernon, NY. Laureano was charged with one count each; Possession of a Small Amount of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The charges stem from an incident which occurred on 30 January 2010 at Shunk Hall.

PSU201100217 Drug Law/ Liquor Law Violation – Officer Baker filed criminal charges at Magisterial District Judge Carmine W. Prestia, Jr. office against Alexander Z. Brillman, 1500 Denniston St., Pittsburgh. Brillman was charged with one count each for violation of the Controlled Substance Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act for Possession of a small amount of marijuana, Possession of drug paraphernalia, and Possession of controlled substance by a person not registered, He was also charged with

violation of PA Crimes Code, Title 18 Purchase, Consumption, Possession, or Transportation of Liquor or Malt or Brewed Beverages being less than 21 years of age. The charges stem from an incident which occurred on January 17, 2011 in Beaver Hall.

22 February 2011 PSU201000680 Drug Law Violation – PSO Nelson filed criminal charges with the office of Magisterial District Judge Carmine W. Prestia, Jr., against student Charles W. Hoppe, RR#4, Box4012A, Stroudsburg and visitor, Lucas M. Lodovino, 79 West Broad Street, East Stroudsburg. Hoppe was charged with one count each of Possession of a Controlled Substance that required a legal prescription and Possession of a prescription bottle which was misbranded and contained prescriptions not listed on the bottle. Lodovino was charged with one count of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The charges stem from an incident which occurred on 27 February 2010 at Simmons Hall.

PSU201100047 Drug Law Violation – PSO Williams filed criminal charges with the office of Magisterial District Judge Jonathan D. Grine against student, Alexandra S. Vaccaro, 15 Hemlock Hollow Road, West Chester, NY. Vaccaro was charged with one count each; Possession of a Small Amount of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The charges stem from an incident which occurred on 8 January 2011 at Sproul Hall.

PSU201100187 Drug Law Violation – Sgt. McClellan filed criminal charges with the office of Magisterial District Judge Jonathan D. Grine against students, Michael Santoleri, Jr. 534 Kromer Avenue, Berwyn and Roger E. Galczenski, 418 Iven Avenue, St. Davids. Santoleri and Galczenski were both charged with one count of Possession of a Small Amount of Marijuana. The charges stem from an incident which occurred on 15 January 2011 at Brumbaugh Hall.

FEBRUARY 25, 2011 Keystone Guild of the Watchmakers Association of Pa. meets the second Tuesday of each month 1 p.m. at the Bull Pen Restaurant at the west end of Tyrone. Call George at (814) 238-1668.

Nittany Mineral Society meets the third Wednesday of the month in Room 114 Auditorium of the Earth & Engineering Sciences (EES) Bldg on the west side of the Penn State Campus in State College. Agenda: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – social hour, refreshments in the lobby; 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.- free door prize drawings, announcements; 8 p.m. – speaker. Junior Rockhounds also meet on third Wednesdays, 6:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Room 116 Earth & Engineering Sciences Building (during the social hour for the regular NMS meeting). Call (814) 867-6263 for details. Maps and directions are available through nittanymineral.org.

Parent Support Group for Children with Eating Disorders meets the second Tuesday of each month from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College. The mediators for the class are Nancy Campbell, LCC; Kristie Kaufman, MD; Jody Whipple, RD, LDN, CDE. Classes help children and parents with understanding eating disorders. For info contact Kristie Kaufman, MD, at (814) 466-7921.

Spring Creek Watershed Association meets the third Tuesday of each month from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the Patton Township Building. Most meetings feature a guest speaker with an expertise in watershed, water resource, or other conservation issues. The association promotes actions that protect and enhance the quality of life, environment, and the economy throughout the watershed while maintaining and improving the high quality of Spring Creek and its tributaries. All are welcomed. Visit springcreekwatershed.org for more information.

State College Elks Lodge holds its meetings on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the State College Elks Country Club.

State College Lions Club meets the first and third Thursday of the month at Damon’s of State College at 6 p.m.

State College Toastmasters meetings are Thursdays, March 3 and 17, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., South Hills School of Business and Technology, 480 Waupelani Dr. Visit http://statecollege.freetoasthost.net or e-mail tmpr.area9@gmail.com.

Women’s Mid Day Connection luncheon meets at Elk’s Country Club, Boalsburg on Tuesday, March 8 at 11:45 a.m. For reservations and cancellations, call Margo at (814) 355-7615. Feature: “Swing into Spring” Zion MOPS & Beyond meets the first Thursday of each month at 3261 Zion Road Bellefonte from 9:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. and on the third Thursday of the month from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. First visit is free; $10 annual membership fee when you join.

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

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This Week’s

CENTRE COUNTY LIBRARY ACTIVITIES

Centre County Library/Bellefonte, Centre Hall, East Penns Valley, Holt/Philipsburg & Bookmobile Centre County Library/Bellefonte—call 355-1516 for more information: SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE LIBRARY CONCERT—Easterly Chamber Players featuring Diane Toulson on flute, Smith Toulson on clarinet, Trina Gallup on bassoon, and Ann Sullivan on harp.

Sunday, February 27 at 2:30 p.m. in the Miller Room of the Centre County Library Museum Building (203 N. Allegheny Street, Bellefonte) BOOK BABIES—Stories and activities geared for kids up to two years old with a favorite adult in the Centre County Library in Bellefonte: Wednesday, March 2 at 9:15 a.m.: “Seuss-tastic Stories”—Catch the rhythm and rhyme of Dr. Seuss stories.

STORYTIME—Stories and related activities geared for two- to six-year-olds with a favorite adult in the Centre County Library Kidzone in Bellefonte: Wednesday, March 2 at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.: “Seuss-tastic Stories”—Catch the rhythm and rhyme of Dr. Seuss stories and rhyming games.

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP—Meets the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Pick up your copy of the March selection at any Centre County Library.

Wednesday, March 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

HOOKS & NEEDLES—Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. in the Centre County Library March 3, March 10, March 17, March 24, March 31 Holt Memorial Library/Philipsburg—call 342-1987 for more information: MOTHER GOOSE ON THE LOOSE/BABY’S MORNING OUT—Rhythmic adventures through the world of Mother Goose for children under three years old interacting with a favorite adult focusing on rhymes and music on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Followed by informal fun with friends and educational toys: March 1, March 8, March 15, March 22, March 29 at 10:30 a.m.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME— Stories and related activities geared for two- to six-year-olds with a favorite adult: Wednesday, March 2 at 10:30 a.m. and Thursday, March 3 at 2 p.m.: Numbers Bingo EARLY-OUT SCIENCE ACTIVITIES—Kindergarteners through sixth graders explore the worlds of science and math on Wednesdays from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.. Younger children may need adult assistance with some activities.

March 2, March 9, March 16, March 23, March 30 FAMILY FUN NIGHTS—Bring the whole family for an evening of fun!

Thursday, March 3 at 6 p.m.: “Book Bingo”—Bring the kids out to play the classic game and win books!

ELEMENTARY ACTIVITIES—Activities geared for school-age kids with a favorite adult: Thursday, March 10 at 6 p.m.—St. Patrick’s Day ADULT READER’S CIRCLE—Share what you are currently reading! A great way to get ideas for your personal reading list!

Monday, March 7 at 6 p.m.

East Penns Valley Branch Library at 225 E. Main Street in Millheim (Millheim Borough Building)—call 349-5328 for more information: BOOK BABIES—stories and related activities for up to two-year-olds with a favorite adult: Monday, February 28 at 10:15 a.m.: “Silly Seuss”—Sing silly songs and listen to stories by Dr. Seuss.

Monday, March 7 at 10:15 a.m.: “Music and Rhythm”—Find the beat and play an instrument to go with musical stories STORYTIMES—stories and related activities for two- to six-year-olds with a favorite adult: Monday, February 28 at 11:15 a.m.: “Celebrating Dr. Seuss”—Tie up your tongue with these silly stories!

FAMILY FUN NIGHT—Bring the whole family for an evening of fun!

Tuesday, March 8 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.: SEUSS NIGHT AT THE LBRARY for the whole family!

Centre Hall Area Branch Library—call 364-2580 for more information: BOOK BABIES—stories and related activities for up to two-year-olds with a favorite adult: Thursday, March 3 at 1:30 p.m.: “Seuss-tastic Stories”—Catch the rhythm and rhyme of Dr. Seuss stories.

STORYTIMES—stories and related activities for two- to six-year-olds with a favorite adult: Friday, March 4 at 1:30pm: “Seuss-tastic Stories”—Catch the rhythm and rhyme of Dr. Seuss stories and rhyming games.

Friday, March 11 at 1:30pm: “Catch the Luck of the Irish”—Stories, games, and songs, related to St. Patrick’s Day and Ireland.

FAMILY FUN NIGHT—Bring the whole family for an evening of fun!

Tuesday, March 17 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.: SEUSS NIGHT AT THE LBRARY for the whole family!

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Red Cross Blood Drive Schedule Feb. 28 – Mar. 3

MON Feb 28 COLUMBIA FIRE HALL, 140 CURTIN ST. OSCEOLA MILLS ................ 1-7:00 TUE Mar 1 RED CROSS DONOR CENTER, 135 S. PUGH ST., STATE COLLEGE .................... 10-4:00 TUE Mar 1 CALVARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 167 BLUE BALL RD., WEST DECATUR .............. 1-7:00 TUE Mar 1 TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 121 S. FRONT ST., PHILIPSBURG **2RBC ......... 1-7:00 WED Mar 2 CHRIST THE KING PARISH CENTER, 123 GOOD ST., HOUTZDALE **2RBC................ 1-7:00 WED Mar 2 PSU/ BRYCE JORDAN CENTER, CONCOURSE AT GATE B, CURTIN ST. **2RBC ................................ 10-4:00 THUR Mar 3 ST. AGNES CATHOLIC CHURCH, 22 ST. AGNES ST., MORRISDALE **2RBC ......... 1-7:00

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Bald eagle sTaTe Park Please call the Bald Eagle State Park Office for more information at 814-625-2775!

Friday, March 4th – Sunday, March 6th Golden Eagle Voyage Package at the Nature Inn During the peak of the annual Golden Eagle northern migration, spend an early spring weekend in central Pennsylvania viewing these majestic birds soaring overhead. Enjoy the comforts and accommodations of the Nature Inn while experiencing the natural beauty of the surrounding forests and fields of Bald Eagle State Park. This is an exclusive package where participants can stay at the Inn and participate in a variety of programs. Please call the Nature Inn for more information at (814) 625-2879.

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Tour Centre Furnace Mansion

The historic Centre Furnace Mansion, located at 1001 E. College Avenue in State College, is open to the public for free guided tours year-round on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The mansion is wheelchair accessible, and the grounds are open for exploring at any time.

Fore more information, visit http:// www.centrecountyhistory.org or call (814) 234-4779, or e-mail info@centrecountyhistory.org.

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ists, Sellers Wanted

Are you a crafter? Wan t to sell your antiques? W ould you lik e to sell your plants, flower s or produc e?

Are you an organiza tion who w an ts to money? Wan raise t to be in our parade?

Applications are now bein g accepted fo Howard’s Com r munity Day in the Park held May 21 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the center of town at the to wn’s park. E-m ail application requests to contact@Sho pY ellowHouse. com or call (8 14) 625-9275 .

Free Vaccination Tapestry Family Planning will be offering free Gardasil® for men and women ages 19 to 26. The vaccine is designed to prevent the transmission of HPV, the virus that can cause cervical cancer and genital warts.

It consists of three injections spaced over a number of months and normally costs about $600. To make an appointment, call your local office in Bellefonte (814) 355-2762) or Philipsburg (814) 342-6992.

There are also offices in Huntingdon and Lock Haven. Tapestry of Health is a nonprofit organization that provides family planning, sexual health, women’s health, and community education services for central Pennsylvania.

Looking for Pink Ribbon Stories Tammy Miller, international speaker and author, is collecting your stories, thoughts, poems, and quotes for a new book, Pink Ribbon Stories: A Celebration of Life. Submissions could be from anyone whose life has been touched by breast cancer – including survivors, family, friends, caregivers, medical personnel, etc. The book will be published in the summer of 2011, with proceeds going to the PA Breast Cancer Coalition.

Submit your information to Tammy at: pinkribbonstories@tammyspeaks.com.

Attach Word documents (1,200 word max) or paste in the body of an e-mail. If you need assistance with the typing/telling of your story, e-mail for assistance. Deadline for all submissions is June 1, 2011. Any questions, please contact Tammy at tammy@tammyspeaks.com.

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Free Tax Help

The Voluntee r Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Progr am offers fre e tax help to individuals and families with low to moderate inco me (generally $49,000 and below).

IRS-certified volunteer preparers ar e available at various locations thro ughout the county to prepare basi c tax return s. Unless otherwise indi cated, sites w ill be open through April 16. Schlow Li brary, PSU, Good Sheph erd, and Hol t Memorial Library sites are electronicfiling sites.

The PSU site also offers ed ucational resources and information on managing money. For m ore informatio n call (814) 355-6816.

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Centre County Deed Transfers 02/07/2011 thru 02/11/2011 List compiled from information provided by Centre County Recorder of Deeds, Joseph Davidson. Publisher not responsible for typographical errors. The published information is believed to be accurate, however, publisher neither warrants or accepts any liability or responsibility for inaccurate information.

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1715 E College Ave $101,000.00 T/M: Walker S: Berkey, Sandra K

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203 Summer Mtn Rd Spring Mills, PA 16875

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430 State St $1.00 T/M: Rush S: Haney, Glenn P

Haney, Eleanor D B: Englehart, David R

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1132 Kay St $230,000.00 T/M: Harris

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Cotter, Suzanne M B: Krout, Jason M

209 1st Ave $150,000.00 T/M: College

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195 Hancock Rd $67,000.00 T/M: Walker

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Beranty, Pamela A

294 Steele Hollow Rd

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Baylis, Jeffrey D Co-Ext B: Blatt, Richard D Estate

Blatt, Rosemary Co-Ext

Baylis, Jeffrey D Co-Ext

Steele Hollow Rd $1.00 T/M: Huston

S: McLaughlin, William E

McLaughlin, Marilyn G S: 93 Keller Joint Venture B: McLaughlin, William E McLaughlin, Marilyn G B: 93 Keller Joint Venture

628 Lower Georges S: Shimel, Brad A

127 Keller St

Valley Rd B: Shimel, Barry W S: DBW Land $1.00 $1.00

Shimel, Sandra L

Development T/M: State College th T/M: Gregg

507 N 13 St

Partnership $15,000.00 B: Lingle, David D S: 93 Keller Joint Venture S: Toto, James A

172 Hancock Rd T/M: Philipsburg B: 93 Keller Joint Venture

Toto, Antonette R $67,000.00

219 S Sparks St B: Reichert, Micahel S T/M: Walker S: Rusnak, Christine A $1.00

Reichert, Finda L H

Snyder, Christine Ann T/M: State College

1167 Smithfield Circle S: Mackneer, Paul T B: Snyder, Christine Ann

State College, PA 16801 Mackneer, Susan M

683 Tyrone Pike S: 93 Keller Joint Venture B: Folk, Linda S

Philipsburg, PA 16866 B: 93 Keller Joint Venture $236,500.00

Mackneer, Mark S T/M: State College $10.00

100 Walker Dr

Medina, Trudy R T/M: Rush $1.00

115 Elmos Ln S: Mancha, Dorothy T/M: College $1.00

Ada Rut S: Westminster B: Mancha, Dennis Leroy T/M: Penn

Development Corp S: Fleischer, Bruce D

636 Snow Shoe Mtn Rd B: Advance Stores B: Fleischer, Bruce D S: Bell, Chad D $1.00

Company Inc

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1602 N Atherton St

750 S Atherton B: Bell, Chad A $1,556,047.00 $1.00

200 Whitman Ave S: Burnham Farms T/M: Ferguson T/M: State College

Pleasant Gap, PA 16823

Development LP $1.00 B: CDG Land S: Kozminsky, Denise A S: Camp 88 T/M: Spring

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Kozminsky, Mark E

Haas, Harry Tr

133 Rosehill Dr B: Kozminsky, Denise A S: Marquardt, Michelle A

Hughes, James Tr $35,000.00

113 Wildernest Ln B: Marquardt, Michelle A

Massey, James Tr T/M: Spring Port Matilda, PA 16870

Confer, Gregory A Trate, Charles Tr $1.00

1039 Lower Georges B: Camp 88 S: Burnham Farms

Valley Rd T/M: Patton

Trate, Charles Tr

Development LP

Spring Mills, PA 16875

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Trate, Charles Jr Tr

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Tait, John B Co-Ext

Trate, Charles R Jr

137 Rosehill Dr

Merwarth, Sandra T

Haas, Harry Tr $35,000.00 S: Rana, Shmaila T

Co-Ext

Haas, Harry E Tr T/M: Spring B: Rana, Shmaila T B: Tait, John B

Haas, Kent A Tr

Qamar, Muhammad

121 Tait Rd

304 German S: Stoltzfus, Glenford D 310 Treetops Dr Centre Hall, PA 16828

Settlement Rd

Stoltzfus, Gerald S $1.00 $1.00 $1.00 B: Stoltzfus, Glenford D T/M: Ferguson T/M: Harris T/M: Burnside

Stoltzfus, Kimberly R

Stoltzfus, Elmer Z S: Hoffman, Gladys C S: Zimmerman, Shawn M S: Bathurst, Betty J

Stoltzfus, Fannie L

Estate

Zimmerman, Mary E

Bathurst, James C

Hofmeister, Heath

Hoffman, William S B: Shriver, Douglas R B: Hill, Barry D

Stoltzfus-Hofmeister,

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Shriver, Amanda

Hill, Donna M

Geniffer B: Schroeder, Douglas

Buffalo Run Rd

Bush St

359 Sugar Camp Rd

439 W Prospect Ave $1,000.00 $8,000.00 $1.00 $250,000.00 T/M: Liberty T/M: Benner T/M: Liberty T/M: State College

Death Notices and Obituaries SNOW SHOE Inez W. Packer, 82, of Snow Show, passed away Monday, February 21, 2011. She was born May 11, 1928, in Worth Township, PA. Burial will be private at the family’s convenience. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Centre Unit, 123 S. Sparks St., State College, PA 16801-3915. Arrangements under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., Bellefonte.

BELLEFONTE Elizabeth Ann (Spearly) Shultz, passed away Friday, February 18, 2011. She was born on January 31, 1937 in Bellefonte. No public visitation was planned and in lieu of flowers, memorial donations to your favorite charities are suggested. Arrangements under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., Bellefonte.

BELLEFONTE Josephine F. Ebeling, 84, of Bellefonte, passed away Tuesday, February 22, 2011. The Funeral Mass will be held Monday, February 28, 2011, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 134 E. Bishop St., Bellefonte, PA at 10:00 am, with Father Neil R. Dadey officiating. Burial Will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Josephine’s name can be made to Essence of Joy Student Choir.

Checks should be made to College of Arts and Architecture, 107 Borland Building, University Park, PA 16802.

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Barbershop Music Concert

February 26 at 7 p.m.

Clearfield Arts Studio Clearfield Arts Studio Theatre (CAST) will feature an evening of music February 26 at 7 p.m. as CAST welcomes Wild Pitch, a Barbershop Harmony Society Quartet, and Q’nique, a Sweet Adelines International Barbershop Quartet, both from the State College Area. From Wait ‘Til The Sun Shines Nellie, Lida Rose, Oh, You Beautiful Doll, and many more – all in four-part harmony. The CAST Youth Choir, will open the show, followed by The Wild Pitch Quartet, then Q’nique. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. show. Tickets are $5.25 (includes Clearfield Borough Amusement Tax) and should be available at the door. CAST is at 112 E. Locust Street, downtown Clearfield.

Sunday Afternoons at the Library

Centre County Library 203 North Allegheny Street, Bellefonte February 27, 2:30 p.m.

Sponsored by the Bellefonte Historical & Cultural Association, featuring the Easterly Chamber Players, with Diane Toulson, flute; Smith Toulson, clarinet; Trina Gallup, bassoon; and Ann Sullivan, harp.

Thiel College Choir Performance

March 10 at 7 p.m.

New Hope Lutheran Church, Spring Mills The 40-voice Thiel Choir from Thiel College in Greenville, a college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, will present a concert at 7 p.m. Thursday evening, March 10 at New Hope Lutheran Church, 119 Cobblestone Ct., Spring Mills (along Route 45). The choir will perform a variety of sacred a cappella works as well as arrangements of spirituals and folk songs and hymns. There is no admission charge; however, a freewill offering will be taken. Vicki Poe, a senior admissions counselor, will be available an hour before the concert begins. For more information about the concert, call the church office, (814) 422-8417.

An Afternoon of Art & Music

Art Alliance of Central PA & Nittany Valley Symphony At Foxdale Village Sunday, March 13, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

This fundraiser is presented by the Art Alliance of Central PA and Nittany Valley Symphony on Sunday, March 13, 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Foxdale Village, 500 E. Marylyn Avenue. This will be a delightful afternoon of music by Symphony ensembles, a presentation by several artists about their work, an exhibition of award winning art from Art Alliance shows, and a wine bar and refreshments. Tickets are $20 and are now available by contacting the Art Alliance (234-2740 or info@artalliancepa.org) or the Nittany Valley Symphony (231-8224).

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those in attendance, but will assist Tides as we continue to serve the needs of grieving children and teens in our community.

Auditions are March 19 and 20 at Indigo.

The show is April 2 at 7 p.m. Cost is $12 and benefits Tides. E-mail for information, Jvs3@psu.edu.

Famous Jazz Bassists Live

March 22, 8 p.m.

State Theatre, State College Two of the most renowned and influential bassists in the business, Stanley Clarke and Victor Wooten will perform at The State Theatre on Tuesday, March 22 at 8 p.m.

Tickets are $35. These powerhouse performers will give audience members their take on jazz and the power within their instruments. Clarke is noted as singlehandedly starting the 1970s “bass revolution,” paving the way for all bassist / soloist / bandleaders to follow – including Wooten. It was said that Wooten redefines the word “musician.” Wooten is known for his solo recordings and tours, and as a member of the Grammy-winning supergroup, Béla Fleck & The Flecktones. Tickets can be purchased online at www.StateTickets. org, at the Re/Max Box Office, 130 West College Avenue, weekdays from 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. or Saturday from noon to 5 p.m., or call (814) 272-0606.

Make A Wish Gala

Friday, March 25 at 6 p.m.

Penn Stater Presidents Hall It’s time for the Lucky Seventh Annual AccuWeather.com Centre County MakeA-Wish Gala and Casino Night! Blacktie optional. Doors open 6 p.m. at the Penn Stater Presidents Hall for Casino Night. The evening also includes entertainment, silent and live auctions, and buffet dinner. Also featuring a special auction of designer shoes! All proceeds benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Tickets are $100 each / $1,000 for a table of 10. For more information call 814-466-7303 or visit www.wishgreaterpa.org.

The Mills Brothers

Saturday, April 2 at 7:30 p.m.

Bellefonte High School Auditorium The Bellefonte Historical and Cultural Association (BHCA) will sponsor the Mills Brothers in concert, Saturday night, April 2, at 7:30 p.m. at the Bellefonte High School Auditorium. Tickets will be $25 at the door. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at both Woodrings Floral Gardens in State College and Bellefonte, Plumb’s Drugs in Bellefonte, and the Train Station in Bellefonte.

Music at the Boal Mansion

Music by Penn State School of Music Saturday, April 30 at 8 p.m.

A Centre county tradition for more than 30 years, Music at Boal Mansion is presented jointly by the Boal Mansion Museum and the Penn State School of Music and takes place on Saturday April 30 at 8 p.m. at the Boal Mansion, 163 Boal Estate Drive in Call for Auditions Boalsburg. Tickets are $75 per person and Happy Valley’s Got Talent benefit both historic preservation and Penn Presented by Tides Auditions: March 19 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. State University’s Music at Penn’s Woods Sunday, March 20 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in June. For reservations, contact the Boal Mansion Museum at (814) 466-6210 or ofIndigo, Downtown, State College This is your moment to be a star! Bring fice@boalmuseum.com. For details, access your talent to the stage and shine. On April http://boalmuseum.com.

2, the First Annual Happy Valley’s Got Talent will be held at The State Theatre. All proceeds will benefit Tides, a local grief support program for children, teens, and their families who have lost a loved one.

Tides mission is to provide a safe place for children and their families to work through their grief and to learn they are not alone.

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