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Editor’s Prologue By Sandie Biddle, managing editor Editor@CentreCountyGazette.com CCGazette@Hughes.net

What can I say but, God bless America! It’s the 235th anniversary of our freedom and it should be a beautiful long weekend of celebration. The Fourth Fest is, of course, the pinnacle of Independence weekend events – all day long on the Penn State campus, with children’s events, live entertainment, sharing America’s huge birthday cake, and the most glorious, spectacular fireworks – as far as I’m concerned – in the whole U.S.A. I’ll be hovering somewhere on high ground to enjoy them. There’s more to do to make an entire weekend, or even a week, of the celebration. I’ve put together family-friendly events from tonight through next Friday. The patriotic boat parade at Bald Eagle State Park. The free Civil War music concert at the Gazebo in Bellefonte. Musicals at the Boal Barn and Millbrook playhouses. A chicken barbecue that benefits Boy Scouts. Two Spikes games of all-American baseball with kids events. A country music concert with Johnny Cash’s daughter. And the Logan Fire Company carnival that runs Tuesday through Saturday. If you have a vacation this weekend, you could take the kids – or you’re sweetie – to a special event every day. Sam has been all over Penns Valley – covering the Centre Hall Relay for Life, the townwide yard sale, Music for HOPE, the Transfitness Challenge, and the Millheim triathlon. What a trooper! We’re so fortunate to have him as a correspondent. We have a guest writer this issue – Karen Myford reported on the Summer Solstice celebration for the Centre County Farmland Trust. Pat Park has been busy. When she’s not reading, she’s at local theatres – this week with reviews of Annie and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Ken Hull is going LOCAL! with a hot tip about a getaway in Elk County. Brian Baney spent quality time in State College at Summer’s Best Music Festival. And our calendars are full of events to keep you, and the kids, busy all summer long. Enjoy your Independence weekend, and salute those who made it possible. Rest up, because the height of summer celebrations are still to come. The arts festivals start the week of July 10. Look in our next issue for arts festival news – and look on the newsstands for the official guide to the People’s Choice Festival. We at Stott publications were proud to publish the guide for the first time this year, and hope to do so for many years to come.

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Centre Count y Schools McDonald’s Grant Deadline is August 1 STATE COLLEGE – As another school year has come to an end for most area teachers, McDonald’s MAC Grants are giving teachers the opportunity to begin planning ahead for next year. For the 17th consecutive year, local McDonald’s restaurants are accepting MAC Grant applications throughout the summer to help area middle school teachers to Make Activities Count in their classrooms. The MAC Grants program provides financial support to help local middle school teachers supplement regular classroom lesson plans with activities the school budget may not allow. To date, regional McDonald’s restaurants have awarded more than $1.4 million to ­­­support hands-on learning in middle school classrooms through the MAC Grants program. Fifth-, sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade teachers may apply for grants of up to $500 for interesting and educational projects to help learning come alive in their classrooms. Past grants have subsidized math-friendly robots, literary festivals, crime lab investigations, mock Olympic games and even the construction of on-campus greenhouses. “McDonald’s recognizes how hard teachers work to inspire their students – and hands-on activities are an integral part of that process,â€? explained Rick Rehak, McDonald’s Regional Marketing Director. “Summer is the perfect opportunity for teachers to apply for the MAC grant to begin planning ahead with fresh ideas for a new school year.â€? Teachers can still apply online by going to www. mcdtoday.com/mac.php. Completed applications must be submitted, along with a W-9 form by August 1, 2011. A limited number of grant recipients will be announced early in the 2011–12 school year.

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WINGATE – With the students out of school for the summer, the renovation work at the Bald Eagle Area Middle-High School and Wingate Elementary is again able to proceed at break-neck speed.

With no student or bus traffic, these construction workers are now able to install new sidewalks, paving, and drainage outside the main entrance at Wingate Elementary. The main entrance (by the old gymnasium) at the Bald Eagle Area Middle-High School is getting a complete facelift, with a new window for the attendance office, and new flooring and wall tile.

Student Project: Music for HOPE Article & photos by Sam Stitzer

CENTRE HALL – Penns Valley High School student Cody Stoner played host to Music for HOPE, a festival featuring eight bands and choral groups at the South stage on the Grange Fairgrounds in Centre Hall on Saturday, June 25. Cody organized this all-day music fest as his senior project. A music festival seemed like the perfect event for Cody to organize, since he is a musician himself. He plays guitar and piano, as well as saxophone in the Penns Valley High School band. The festival featured several bluegrass bands, plus the brassy sounds of the Coburn Brass and the Little German Band. The Penns Valley Men’s Chorus added their vocal harmonies to the mix to make a well-rounded and enjoyable event. Attendance was less than Cody had hoped for, due perhaps to threatening weather and competing events in Centre Hall that day (Relay for Life and Townwide Yard Sale Days). However, those in attendance got an earful of great music, and mouthfuls of great food, served up by HOPE Fund volunteers. All proceeds went to the Penns Valley HOPE Fund charity. The musicians all performed free of charge as their donation to the HOPE Fund. Cody Stoner Trumpeter Bill Fatula played with the Little did an excellent job German Band. of organizing Music for HOPE, and it was a cheerful and very enjoyable event. Congratulations to Cody and to all the musicians and helpers who made it a great time.

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Old Fashioned Fun As classes end for the year and children start their summer vacations, it is important to keep them happy, healthy, and active! Too often we see people captivated by the colorful and interactive world of television, Internet, phone, and video games and not having old fashioned innocent fun outside and with others. Remembering back, my brother and I were able to entertain ourselves for hours with imagination and outdoor fun. We grew up in a country setting without the luxuries of cell phones or computers and with our bunny-eared television set only tuning in to ABC and NBC. The innovative games played and fun that was had is more memorable than any video game or TV show. Truly speaking, my childhood was picture perfect and I owe it to imagination and old fashioned fun. Some of my personal favorite things to do as a child was to whittle, build forts, do crafts, ride my bike, and camp. Whittling – Under supervision, we would carve sticks with small pocket knives and attempt to sell the finished product by the side of the road. Needless to say, we made no money. One could also try a Lemonade stand (it may be more profitable!) Pee Wee Sticks – In some Laurel and Hardy movies, they played a game called Pee Wee Stick. My brother thoroughly enjoyed using a long stick to tap the double pointed end of a whittled four-inch long, two-inch round “pee wee.” The “pee wee” would fly into the air then tapped at one end then one could hit it in the air like a baseball. This project

These I’ve loved since I was little, Wood to build with or to whittle, Fields newly plowed, young corn in rows, Back-country roads and cawing crows, Bells that ring from the white church steeple, Friendly dogs and friendly people. From These I’ve Loved, Elizabeth-Ellen Long produced a lot of fun and laughs! Fort Building – Clear a small wooded area or any nook in your lawn to make a fort. This consumed most of our days. Our wooded forts would be so immaculate; one could sweep the ground with a broom. We would invite others to our fort and play “house.” Natural fun – There was a creek below my childhood home that produced a large bank of clay. We would go to clay bank and make bowls, cups, and plates out of the clay and let them sun dry. My girlfriends and I would also use the clay and mud to do facials (it actually made our skin very smooth!) We also enjoyed catching night crawlers in the spring and lightning bugs in the summer. Old glass mayonnaise jars with foil on top were used as a make-shift lightning bug lantern! For older children, fun and crazy recipes can be made up in the kitchen and taste tested by each other. Bike Fun – Attach a stiff playing or baseball card to the spokes of a bike and it will produce a great and attentiongetting sound! Camping – This was probably my favorite thing to do. My cousins and I once found an old green military tent that used for camping in the lawn. We named the old tent “The Frying Pan,” and it felt like we were a million miles from home when we camped in it. While camping, ghost stories or chain stories can be told. Sherry Lewis and Lamb Chop produced a great video called 101 Things for Kids to Do. I referred to that when my imagination was exhausted for great rainy day craft ideas. Here are some fun games to play and other ideas for keeping simplistically busy this summer. Even at an annual event my husband and I host, adults are entertained by playing some of these games. Often they laugh until they cry and have a great time! Sack Race – Each participant steps into a burlap bag, then hops from the starting line to a line 40 feet away, then hops back as fast as possible.

Three-Legged Race – Ties are fastened around the opposite ankles or knees of participants, giving each pair of children three legs to run the race. Wheelbarrow Race – One contestant picks up the ankles of another, who walks on their hands to the line. The contestants change places and race back to the starting line. Potato Race – Potatoes are placed in buckets at the starting line, and children work in teams of two. Each child grabs a potato from her bucket and runs eight feet to a marked spot, deposits the potato, runs back for another potato, leaves it at a marked spot farther on, and so forth. Her partner runs to the first potato and brings it back to the bucket, and then returns for another until all the potatoes are gathered. Potato Spoon Race – Each child balances a potato on the bowl of a long spoon, and then runs to a line and back without dropping it. Variation: The children place the potatoes at designated spots and then retrieve them, as in a potato race. Rock Tag – Players choose a rock to touch or stand on; one child, “It,” has no base. At a given signal, all children leave their bases and go to another – one child to a base. If “It” can catch a runner between bases, that child becomes “It.” Shadow Tag – On a sunny day children try to step on each other’s shadows. Beanbag Toss – Players toss beanbags at a distance through a hole in a wood panel. The game can be played using several holes, each with a numerical value; players compete to reach the score of 21. Hopscotch – The player throws a marker onto a numbered square, hops to retrieve it, and then throws it to the next square in the sequence. Many variations are available. A prepared mat can be used, or a hopscotch field can be drawn in chalk. Marbles – Glass marbles are propelled by the thumb toward other marbles in a circle or pit. The player keeps the marbles she can knock out of the ring. There are many variations. Ball and Cup – In this centuries-old game, a small ball is affixed to a string on a short stick, at the top of which is a cup. The player tosses the ball up and attempts catch it in the cup. Feather Game – Sit small children in a circle and release a feather (check your bedroom pillows). The object is to keep the feather in the air by blowing up on it. Horseshoes – Two stakes and rubber or metal horseshoes are needed. Consult rulebooks for scoring of leaners and ringers. Bob for Apples – Fill a dishpan close to the top with warm water, add small apples, and place it on a bench. Players try to bite an apple – no hands! Once a player bites an apple, it’s theirs. Red Rover – Form two chains by holding hands with another person. One line calls the name of a child from another line over by saying “Red Rover Red Rover send “Timmy” right over. That child then tries to break the hand chain of the other team. Other traditional games are: Jump Rope Treasure and Scavenger Hunts Hide and Seek Flashlight Tag Capture the Flag Red Light, Green Light These are just a few of the million imaginative and rewarding things that can be done without the use of electronics during the summer, at birthday parties, or after school. I encourage everyone to choose a few of these games or ideas and do them with your children, friends, or solely. One is guaranteed to be more fulfilled with these ideas than with a video game. Enjoy, I sure did! Amy Debach-Confer is a Photographer and Picture Framing Professional who obtained training in Wilderness Rescue, Beekeeping, and Natural Health. Her hobbies include hiking, art, gardening, cooking, and traveling. Amy can be reached via e-mail at amosd14@yahoo.com or through her Web site at www.amyruthphotography.com.

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In response to the Chesapeake Bay Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL), mandated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Pennsylvania Watershed Implementation Plan (WIP), Conservation Districts across Pennsylvania will be visiting with crop and/or livestock producers to educate them on the Pennsylvania regulations relating to farming activities. Starting this month, Conservation District staff plans to meet with every producer in their respective counties within the next five years to explain the need for agricultural plans relating to erosion/sediment control and manure management. Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has guidance available for producers to write their own farm plans, or assistance is available at the local Conservation District and/or Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) offices.

Red Cross Recognizes Super Supporters Contributed by the American Red Cross

Individuals, businesses and organizations from 25 counties throughout the 100-county American Red Cross Blood Services, Greater Alleghenies Region, were honored at the region’s annual meeting, “Inspiration…Motivation… DONATION!” The Greater Alleghenies Region’s annual meeting was held June 7 at The Conference Center at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Thirty-nine awards were presented. These are the three awarded to Centre Countians:

Community Partnership Award: Pizza Mia, Bellefonte

Pizza Mia has supported Red Cross Blood Services for approximately six years. Beginning last summer, Pizza Mia has increased its donations, serving thousands of pizzas annually. During the past 12 months, Pizza Mia supplied pizza for at least 33 community blood drives and the 18 blood drives held at Penn State during the Michigan State Donor Challenge. They even deliver pizzas to Snow Shoe for drives held at the Ambulance Building, a distance of over 30 miles round-trip. Owners Johnnie and Melissa Jennings feel a strong bond with the Red Cross because of its international principles of humanity and impartiality.

Corporate Good Neighbor Award: Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc., State College

Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc.’s community outreach extended to Red Cross blood services this past year. The company was a major contributor to the region’s Penn State Bleed Blue campaign, specifically by providing t-shirts for all presenting donors at the Red Cross’ first-ever blood drive at Beaver Stadium. The firm also recruited employees and their families and friends to donate. The blood drive, held in the Mt. Nittany Club at Beaver Stadium, netted 191 units on a goal of 215. A total of 207 people presented to donate blood.

Outstanding Religious Group Sponsor: St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Confirmation Class, Bellefonte

For more than 20 years this parish’s service to the community has included giving life to those who need blood. Each December, under the leadership of Shirley Boldin, the confirmation class at St. John’s has sponsored a blood drive for which every confirmation candidate is asked to recruit at least five donors from among friends and family. Over the past 20 years they have collected more than 2,000 units of blood.

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Lagenaria: Plants from the Past for the Family 2011 Safe Home Food Preservation Workshops By Margaret Hopkins, Master Gardener Intern Long before humankind learned how to make clay and metal ladles, pots and bowls, Lagenaria or hard-shell gourds were the utensils of choice. Cultivated as long as 10,000 years ago, Lagenaria such as bottle and bushel gourds have been found in every continent. Anthropologists consider these hard-shell gourds an important part of humankind’s adoption of agricultural practices. Today, gourds are often grown for craft as they can be turned into not just utilitarian birdhouses and bowls but also lamps, purses and pitchers – with only the imagination limiting the possibilities. But even for the noncrafter, gourds are intriguing. For one thing, hardshell gourds have velvet-soft leaves that can grow to the size of dinner plates. Plus, the plants vine. If not trellised, gourds will send tendrils in every direction as well as up anything with height. Mapping the vines’ routes would be a fun project for young children. Provided a trellis, gourds will climb and then spread, making for a natural playhouse. Trellises also ensure gourds grow rounder and straighter. Gourds also only bloom at night – a great excuse for an evening vigil! Gourds come in dozens of varieties, but

the more popular are probably the bird house gourd and the bushel gourd, named most likely because at one point, it probably could hold a bushel. Dipper gourds, precursors to today’s ladles and my favorites because of their neck, also are fun and come in both “long handle” and “extra long handle” varieties. Now’s the time to plant gourds as they are a warm-season crop that need at least a 100-day growing season. Sun-lovers, they also are fairly drought resistant – mine have always done better when it’s drier and hotter. Gourds will grow bigger if watered frequently. The same pests that attack squash and pumpkins like gourds, so be on the lookout for squash bugs, squash vine borers, and cucumber beetles. For information on drying and curing gourds, visit the American Gourd Society (www.americangourdsociety.org). The society also has information about where to purchase seeds. Pennsylvania has its own chapter, the Pennsylvania Gourd Society (www.pagourdsociety.org) which hosts an annual gourd festival. The “2011 PA Gourd Fest: The Many Faces of Gourds” will be held June 23 to 25 at Smucker’s Gourd Farm, Kinzer, PA. In addition to demonstrations, the festival includes workshops.

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There’s a growing interest in home food preservation, access to local food, and home gardening, so Penn State Extension – Centre County is offering the following Safe Home Food Preservation Workshops. All hands-on classes will be held at the Bellefonte Area High School, Room 157, 830 East Bishop Street, Bellefonte, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The fee for each is $25, which includes handout materials, recipes, and a sample product. Each class is limited to 12 people, and paid registrations only will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. July 12 – Jellies and Jams Learn about the key ingredients and the processes needed to make and preserve high-quality sweet spreads. Boiling water methods and refrigerator jellies as well as jellied products without added sugar will be prepared. July 26 – Tantalizing Tomatoes By applying the boiling water canning process for all acidic foods, whole tomatoes, juice, and salsa will be prepared. Pressure canner canning will also be demonstrated! The workshop will include remedies for canning problems. August 11 – Pickles Quick Sweet Pickle Slices, No-Sugar-Added Sweet Cucumber Pickle Slices, and Pickled Dill Beans will be made demonstrating proper

equipment choices and the use of key ingredients. Pre-registration is required, and only paid registrations will be accepted. Register by sending your name, daytime telephone number, and $25 payment for each class for which you are registering to: Penn State Extension – Centre County; Attention: Food Preservation Workshops; Willowbank Building, Room 322; 420 Holmes Avenue; Bellefonte, PA 16823-1488. Please make checks payable to Extension Special Fund. You can also register by mailing or faxing your credit card information, including Visa or MasterCard number, expiration date, and cardholder’s name and signature to (814) 355-6983. Please be sure to note the session(s) for which you are registering. If you need any special accommodations or more information, call Beth Van Horn at Penn State Extension – Centre County at (814) 355-4897, or e-mail Beth1@psu.edu. Visit the Penn State Extension website at http:// extension.psu.edu.

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Millheim Hosts Second Annual Sprint Triathlon By Sam Stitzer

The Penns Valley Park and Recreation Association hosted the second annual Sprint Triathlon at the Millheim Pool on Saturday, June 25. This fund raising Triathlon consisted of three consecutive athletic events: swimming, bicycling, and running. According to triathlon assistant, Craig Collison, there were 110 pre-registered contestants in this year’s event, plus several walk-ons, a significant increase from last year’s total of about 75 contestants. The athletes, ranging in age from teenagers to senior citizens, could compete as individuals, or in teams. Beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, swimmers entered the pool at 20 second intervals swimming through six lanes for a total of 300 yards. When they left the pool, they sprinted to the bicycle racks, changed their shoes, and mounted their bikes for a 15-mile ride. The ride took them from Millheim to Coburn, then along Penns Creek to the Beaver Dam School near Spring Mills, and back to Millheim. After parking their bikes, the athletes embarked on a three-mile run; a mile-and-a-half out on Penn Street toward Coburn and return to the finish line at the Soldiers and Sailors Park. Each contestant wore a timing chip on his/her ankle, which signaled an electronic timer as they crossed a pad at the finish line. The Triathlon was skillfully and smoothly run by race coordinator, Mike Culver, and a group of assistants wearing bright green T-shirts for easy identification. Assistants were placed at every turn in the road to assure that no one took a wrong turn or got lost.

The bicycles used in this triathlon ran the gamut from high-tech carbon fiber racing bikes, costing in the thousands of dollars, to a single-speed beach cruiser with 1950’s styling and fat whitewall tires. The cruiser looked very cool, but I think a 15-mile race on it would be torture! About one hour and fifteen minutes after the start of the triathlon, runners began crossing the finish line, cheered on by a crowd of spectators and well-wishers. They were exhausted, but smiling, and justifiably proud of their accomplishments! Millheim must be feeling some pride, too. The Triathlon organizers have assembled a well-run and prestigious event right here in Penns Valley, which attracts competitors from near and far, and helps to support the Millheim swimming pool. Congratulations to everyone who helped to make this event a huge success.

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The Democratic Watchman Newspaper – October 8, 1875

There were 721 carriages and buggies, 290 spring wagons, 60 two-horse wagons and some 200 horsemen passed our office in Bellefonte, going home from the fair grounds on Thursday.

The Democratic Watchman Newspaper – July 14, 1876

CUSTER’S DEATH: Five Companies of Cavalry Annihilated: the guard dies, but never surrenders. CUSTER’S body found surrounded by a dozen dead defenders. A great Indian battle has been fought on the Little Big Horn River or Creek in Montana Territory. The result of which was the defeat and massacre of the attacking white

troops under the gallant and chivalrous General CUSTER. The General himself was slain, together with his two brothers, a nephew and a brother-in-law. The battle took place on the 25th of June in a ravine around which the Indians, numbered some three or four thousand warriors, under their ablest and most savage Chief, Sitting Bull, seem to have been ambushed and right into the midst of whom the brave CUSTER and his devoted band appear to have most accountably plunged. Two Hundred and Sixty One Bodies have been buried from CUSTER’S and Colonel RENO’S command.

The Democratic Watchman Newspaper – October 26, 1877

GREENBACK ORGANIZATION: The Greenback and Workingmen’s party of Bellefonte met in the Arbitration Room of the Court House on Thursday evening of last week and organized temporarily by electing Mr. James SCHOFIELD, president. Some thirty persons joined the club on that evening. On Saturday night, a permanent organization was effected by the election of Mr. Frank P. GREEN, president and Mr. George ROGERS and Mrs. Henry MONTGOMERY, vice presidents, and Mr. Matt DOOLY and Mr. C. BRACKBILL, secretaries. The club, we believe, intends to hold meetings every night during the campaign and boasts that the Greenback Party will poll 150 votes in Bellefonte on Election Day. Mr. HOLT, of Snow Shoe, addressed the club on Monday night last. No person can become a member of the club until he pledges himself to vote the Greenback Ticket. 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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Centre Hall Hosts Relay for Life Articles & photos by Sam Stitzer

CENTRE HALL – The Centre Hall Relay fundraising efforts over the last seven years. At the children’s activities tent, I met for Life fundraiser for the American Cancer Society was held on June 25 and 26 at the Anna McFeely, a Girl Scout in Troop 73, Grange Fairgrounds in Centre Hall. This of Centre Hall. Anna was working on her event is one of four annual Relay for Life Bronze Award by supervising activities for events held in Centre County, and is one the many children at the relay. Assisted by of the top fundraisers of its kind in the her friend, Shania Covalt, and Troop leader, state of Pennsylvania. There were 54 teams Dawn Wolfhope, Anna conducted a story walking laps around a course laid out on time, games, crafts, and face-painting activithe Grange Fairgrounds. This annual event, ties. She has already been invited back to help which celebrates cancer survivors and raises with next year’s relay. Walkers made countless laps around Inside an exhibit building, Michelle money for the American Cancer Society, the fairgrounds. raised $204,000 last year and had a goal of Huerbin and her friend, Christine Lambert $210,000 this year. However, the goal was not were decorating luminarias in honor of quite achieved, with a final tally of $188,000, friends and family members who had cancer. ia Covalt, (left to right): Shan rl Scout which is still a large chunk of change to aid The candlit containers were to be used in the d Gi Anna McFeely, an olfhope Saturday night Luminaria Ceremony, which cancer research. nW w Da er ad le p Troo The relay opened with a “Survivor Lap” honors cancer survivors, and those who lost ildren’s e th supervised ch . nt around the grounds. This is an emotional their battle with cancer. te es iti activ I spoke with Sherri Cramer, of the Genertime for the walkers, and serves to inspire participants and spectators alike who watch ations Decking Cancer relay team. Her team name is a play on words, a crowd of smiling, waving as her mother’s maiden people who have successname was Decker. The fully fought off an attack Decker family has been of cancer. Hundreds of laps hit hard by cancer. were walked by hundreds of Sherri lost her mother, walkers during the 24-hour Katie Decker Cramer, event. The laps began and Michelle Huerbin (left), and Christine Lambert make to cancer, as well as an ended in the fairgrounds luminarias in honor of cancer victims in their families. aunt and grandparents. grandstand where particiAnother aunt is curpants’ families, friends, suprently undergoing treatporters and caretakers could Survivors and Caregiver Chairperson, Deb ment for melanoma. cheer them on from the Sinkus is a three year cancer survivor. Sherri was proud to say bleachers. When I arrived, the walkers were doing that her team had reached its $3,000 goal for a “Wacky Lap,” in which men were dressed fundraising this year. Every participant in the Relay for Life as women, and solicited donations from the teams’ campers along the way. Some of the has a story. Some are sad, some are triumgender-bending guys looked believable, but phant, but all are filled with the heartmost were just a bit creepy! It was all in fun, wrenching emotion that only a brush with death can produce. The overriding spirit of and the spectators loved it! I met Deb Sinkus, who is serving as this event was one of victory and gratitude. This “cheerleader ” was a crowd Centre Hall Relay’s Survivors and Caregiver These people treasure the gift of life because in the Wacky Lap. favorite Chair this year. Deb is a three-year survivor they know first hand how suddenly it can be of ovarian cancer. Deb’s parents both had snatched away. We salute the organizers and Bob O’Donald, of the Generations Decking Cancer cancer, and her father died of lung cancer participants of the Relay for Life, and we can team, after finishing the Wacky Lap in his cheerleader several years ago. Deb has seen the effects only hope and pray that cancer will someday costume. Team member Sherri Cramer is at right. of the disease from both the caregiver’s and become a thing of the past. patient’s side. She said that having cancer herself shifted her focus to the younger genPRING UN INI OLF eration. “I don’t want my niece and nephew to ever worry about having cancer,” she said. OF LEASANT AP Gynecological Exams Deb said that the Centre Hall Relay for The 21 Hole Course Has Breast Exams Life has hit the million dollar mark in its Been Completely Renovated Mammogram Referrals

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Saturday, July 2 Nature Inn Green Building Tour and Discussion Join the Innkeeper for a tour of the Nature Inn including a detailed explanation of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and the major green building systems. Learn about geothermal heating and cooling, solar hot-water heat generation, rainwater harvesting, native habitat restoration, and the use of rain gardens during this behind the scenes visit. Meet at the Nature Inn lobby. Tour from 11 a.m. to noon Environmental Learning Center Open House Stop in at the Environmental Learning Center to look around at various mounts and educational displays. A park volunteer will be on hand to talk or share general information about Bald Eagle State Park. Open house from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Migrating Naturalist at the Beach Don’t miss your park naturalist flying around the Beach as he tells you about the local wildlife, plants and general natural history of Bald Eagle Valley. Meet at Beach Area. Event is from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Migrating Naturalist at the Inn Don’t miss your park naturalist flying around the Nature Inn as he tells you about the local wildlife, plants and general natural history of Bald Eagle Valley. Meet at Nature Inn. Event is from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Bluebird Bonanza and Building! Get a close up view of a bluebird’s life by looking at real bluebird nests and birds. Stop in for a brief introduction to bluebirds, and then take short hike to examine an active bluebird nest. After that we will need your help painting and building bluebird boxes for next year! Meet at the Russell P. Letterman Campground Amphitheatre. Event is from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Sunday, July 3 Sunday Morning Stroll Don’t miss out on one of the most exhilarating times of the day in nature-the morning! Join the park naturalist in meandering around the local trails to explore what the morning brings. Natural history topics from insects to plants may be discussed. (Participants will be walking at least a mile on uneven surfaces). Meet at the Nature Inn. Stroll is from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Red, White and Blue Biking See the park in a whole new way as you cruise along the road on a bike. This program will venture out into the park to look for things in nature that are the same color of our national flag. Scarlet Tanagers, eastern bluebirds, wildflowers, and many other things have these sharp colors. Children under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult. Bring your own bike or reserve a bike by calling the park office. A limited number of bikes are available. Pre-registration is required. Call the Park Office to reserve your bike and to get more details. Meet at the Marina Store. Bike event from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Monday, July 4 Ask a Naturalist @ the Inn! Do you have any questions about the plants, animals or any other natural history topics at Bald Eagle State Park? If so, stop by the Inn and ask your park naturalist. Location: Nature Inn Lobby, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Patriotic Boat Decorating Contest and Parade Come and celebrate our Independence with a Parade of Boats decorated patriotically by our boat patrons of the lake. The event will start at the Marina at noon and travel towards the Howard Bridge, Hunters Cove and back to the marina for judging. Boaters must pre-register at the Marina General Store to receive their voter card and will park in their slips or anchor by the marina at the end of the parade for voting. Ballots and a voter’s box will be available at the General Store for your vote. Don’t forget to wave your flag as we sail by. A prize will be awarded to the best decorated boat. Meet at the Marina at noon. Nature Stories What better way to spend an afternoon than listing to some excellent stories about animals. You will discover where animals live, what they do to survive and even get to touch some of their fur. Meet at the Beach Area near the playground. Stories from 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Build Your Watershed! Enjoy the beach in a new way! Bring your family out to help create a new landscape in the sand as you build your very own watershed. You will learn about where water comes from, ends up and how it does this! Meet in the Main Park Area at the Beach. Event is from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Thursday, July 7 Kayak Demo Days with Tussey Mountain Outfitters Demo Days with Tussey Mountain Outfitters (TMO) is an excellent FREE way to discover the sport of kayaking. TMO staff will be available to give tips on paddling and provide additional information on kayaks. Youth, ages 10-14, participating in the demo are only allowed in canoes with an adult. Meet in the Main Park Area at the Beach. The paddle is from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday, July 9 Mini-Paddle Program Stop in at the Beach and learn the best practices while maneuvering a kayak. This is a brief program that will occur every 15 minutes and give participants a chance to sit in a kayak and maneuver a short distance with the help of an instructor. The program occurs on a first come first serve basis. A sign-up sheet will be available starting at 2:45 p.m. Meet at the Beach Area near Pavilion # 7. Paddle is from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Night Hike! Too scared to explore after dark? Join the park naturalist for a 1 mile hike through the darkness and learn about all the things you may have feared. (Note: Participants need to have sturdy footwear and a flashlight to participate.) Meet at the Russell P. Letterman Campground Amphitheatre. Hike is from 9 a.m. to 9:45 p.m.

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going LOCAL! an Adventure Eaters Guide By Ken Hull

Greetings Gazette readers! The days are long, gas prices are creeping down (but still ridiculously high), and riding my Harley without multiple layers of Merino wool and leather jacket is really nice. Yeah, summer is here and the livin’ is easy. Something else that’s easy – getting out to the wonderful bounty of locally owned restaurants, pubs, and cafés here in central PA. Supporting them is not only good for your belly, but good for our community and local economy. I’ve spent years scouting out many of these places, and in this and future columns, I’m going to “spread the love” so to speak so that you can break the chain (stop going to chain restaurants) to taste and experience what going LOCAL! is all about. In my books, I begin around here, sharing my experiences and prose with these “mom and pop” places, then go out 75 miles in all directions, to cover an area 17,662 square miles over 30 counties. I planned to do that here (start local), but I liked what I did in my first column by including something cool to do near the eateries I feature. And, as it turns out, this weekend I’ll be up in the great and gorgeous PA Wilds for book signings at two of those places. AND there’s

something really cool to do there, too! But first I’ll tell you about one of these places by way of an excerpt from the pages of going LOCAL! Volume 2. “I had heard about the Benezette Hotel from lots of folks over many years. I don’t know why it took me so long to get there, but once I made the trip I was so glad I did! It’s the kind of place, like many old-timey hotel/taverns, that have that Je ne sais quoi, that certain something I just love. And like many of its kind, it’s not the outside that makes it, but the inside. No chain, no matter how hard they try, can replicate a place like this. The Benezette’s the real thing. Not only that, but the food is great, the owners are local, it’s community supported, and wild elk roam the property from time to time. They even roam the menu too! That’s right, The Benezette Hotel offers an Elk Burger – real elk for real people, and that’s what I had for dinner on my first visit, along with a very nice Straub Special Dark. It was really good and good for you. It’s low in fat and not pumped with nuclear waste like industrial beef. It comes from a local farm down the road and is one of the most popular menu items. They offer lots more than that – it’s a full-service restaurant offering great food at reasonable prices in a friendly, casual atmosphere. It’s that atmosphere that makes for a nice opportunity to mix it up with tourists and locals both. The night I was there I met a guy who’s in construction and is a fellow biker. He rides a BMW and treated me like a friend. We talked about travel, life, and of course, motorcycles. He’s been all over the country but calls Benezette home. It seems like this tiny, remote mountain village has that effect on people.” The Benezette Hotel is conveniently located in Benezette, Elk County. This small mountain village of Benezette may be remote, but with such a great place to eat, and now

the home of the new Elk County Visitors Center, it’s become a major destination for hungry adventurers as well as wildlife enthusiast! Enjoy! BTW: During my book signing this Friday evening, the hotel’s owner, Brian Kunes, not only generously offered to accommodate me for the night, but has offered a 10% discount on food purchases to patrons who buy a book during the signing! One business helping another - way to go LOCAL Brian! Ken Hull is a local artist, author, biker, and “adventure eater” living the life in historic Boalsburg Village. His books are available locally and at www.goingLOCALpa.com. His art is available at www.KenHull.com. Email him at ken@ kenhull.com.

Townwide Yard Sales Draw Crowds in Centre Hall

(l to r) Beverly Foust, Linda Sheaffer, and Jean Smeltzer spent 100 hours cataloging books for their book sale in Beverly’s garage to benefit the Centre Hall Library.

The Luse home had trailers full of kids’ clothes.

Carole Smith collected money for food at Trinity United Church of Christ’s stand.

By Sam Stitzer CENTRE HALL – Centre Hall’s Townwide Yard Sale Days were held June 24 and 25. This event is a long-standing tradition in this small borough. For more than 20 years, the contents of the town’s basements and attics are brought out to the sidewalks in a yard sale extravaganza. Pennsylvania Avenue (route 144) is lined with sales from Old Fort to the mountain, and residential developments on either side of the town are equally packed with sales. A conservative estimate of the number of concurrent sales might be around 150. It’s a bargain hunter’s paradise! The local churches get in on the act, setting up food stands, and outside food vendors set up their trailers around the town to accommodate the hordes of hungry browsers and buyers. Vehicular traffic through the town slows to a snail’s pace, as pedestrians scurry back and forth from one sale to another. Items offered for sale include just about everything imaginable, yes, Yes, even the kitchen sink including the kitchen sink! Used furniwas for sale! ture and appliances are popular items, most of which probably end up in college dorms, hunting camps, and Grange Fair tents. Many Centre Hall families have made this event into a family reunion of sorts. The grown kids come back to the family home with loads of junk – I mean merchandise – to sell, and to have a visit with Mom and Dad and their old neighborhood. This event is a celebration of community spirit, and it’s just a lot of fun!

Customers lined up for food at Grace United Methodist Church’s “Roadside Café.”

A big sale beside the old hotel building

A customer browsed at Jane and Phil Hosterman’s sale on Pennsylvania Avenue.

Customers browsed at Betty Smeltzer’s sale on Patricia Avenue.

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Fourth of July Week Events Compiled by Sandie Biddle Pick up a barbecue feast and help the Cub Scouts. Take the kids to a Spikes game – nothing more all-American than baseball! (Bake an apple pie while you’re at it!) Get into nature and appreciate our beautiful countryside at Bald Eagle State Park – even decorate your boat for the Patriotic Boat Parade! Enjoy a concert or enjoy live musical theatre. Take the kids to a carnival. And, of course, enjoy one of the nation’s biggest, best fireworks displays. There are many of family-friendly things to do this week to celebrate your liberty and have fun with your family. July 1 – Friday Concerts On Lemont Village Green Enjoy a free concert by Stylus, featuring Jackie Brown on Friday, July 1 from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the Lemont Village Green. Picnickers are always welcome. Concerts are free, but a basket is passed to help support Granary renovation. www.lemontvillage.org. July1-July 2 & July 5-9 – The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee State College Community Theatre is presenting the musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee June 28 to July 2 and July 5 to 9 at 8 p.m. at the Boal Barn Playhouse. It’s a hilarious tale of six adolescent overachievers whom in the throes of puberty are vying to become the spelling bee champion of Putnam County. They are a quirky and charming cast of outsiders for whom a spelling bee is the one place where they can stand out and fit in at the same time. They learn that winning isn’t everything and that losing doesn’t necessarily make you a loser. Call (814) 234-SCCT for tickets and information. July 1-July 3 – Annie Annie, Directed & Choreographed by Stephanie Sertich, Musical Direction by Andrew Wheeler, at the Millbrook Playhouse continues through July 3. It’s one of the world’s best-loved musicals! Annie is a spunky orphan determined to find her parents. Unfortunately, every time she manages to escape the Orphanage run by the bitter Miss Hannigan she is caught. One day, Grace Farrell, Oliver Warbucks secretary

takes her to stay at Warkbuck’s mansion for a week. When Warbucks offers a reward to help Annie find her real parents, adventure after fun-filled adventure ensues. Web site: www. millbrookplayhouse.com/Annie.htm; Tickets: http://millbrookplayhouse.tix.com/ July 2 – Chicken Barbecue Bellefonte Cub Scout Pack 330 is having a chicken BBQ fundraiser on Saturday, July 2 from 10:30am-1pm at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte. Chicken meals range from $5-$8. July 2 - State College Spikes Vs. Auburn Doubledays The State College Spikes will take on the Auburn Doubledays on July 2 at 7 p.m. The first 1,000 fans will receive a tailgate chair, kids 12 and under can take part in Kids Run The Bases, and everyone can enjoy the NYPL Charitable Foundation Auction and Scratch ‘N Win Saturday. July 2 – Bald Eagle Park Events Join the Innkeeper for a tour of the Nature Inn including a detailed explanation of LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and the major green building systems from 11 a.m. to noon. Then, there’s an open house to see the displays from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Environmental Learning Center. Next it’s the Migrating Naturalist, first at the beach to tell you about local wildlife, plants, and history, then at the Nature Inn. Meet at 7 p.m. for a bluebird workshop at the Russell P. Letterman Campground Amphitheatre. July 3 - Sunday Concert at the Gazebo Enjoy a free concert by the Coburn Brass, playing Civil War music at 7 p.m. in Talleyrand Park Gazebo, Bellefonte. In case of rain concerts will be at the YMCA. These concerts are supported by a gift from the Garver Charity Fund, B.P.O.E #1094, Bellefonte Lodge July 3 – Sunday Concert at South Hills Enjoy a free concert by the Deacons of Dixieland on Sunday, July 3 at 6:30 p.m. on the lawn at South Hills Business School. This is part of the summer series of picnic concerts at the business school on Waupelani Drive, State College. Bring your own chairs, blanket,

Safety Breaks at Interstate 80 Rest Areas Contributed by PennDOT

PennDOT announced that safety breaks with free coffee will be in place at two rest areas along Interstate 80 in District 2 this weekend. The Independence Day weekend is traditionally a time of year when a large number of vehicles are on the road, and in an effort to encourage motorists to take a break from driving, area non-profit groups will provide a free coffee center for travelers. Safety breaks are planned at these locations: Clinton County – Volunteers from the Son Rise Riders No. 390 of Mill Hall will offer the service to travelers at the rest area located near mile marker 194 in Clinton County from Saturday, July 2 at noon until Sunday, July 3 at 8 p.m. Centre County – Volunteers from the Free and Accepted Masons, 21st Masonic District, of Osceola Mills will offer the service to travelers at the rest area located near mile marker 147 in Centre County from Friday, July 1 at 6 a.m. until Tuesday, July 5 at 6 p.m. Other non-profit groups will staff coffee stations throughout the state at rest areas and welcome centers in a program coordinated through PennDOT. The safety break program encourages motorists to take a break from driving during the busy holiday travel times of Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving. For information on sponsoring a safety break site, contact District 2’s PennDOT Roadside Specialist Michael Heitzenrater at (814) 205-1192. PennDOT’s District 2 includes Cameron, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Elk, Juniata, McKean, Mifflin, and Potter counties. PennDOT reminds motorists to always buckle up and log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions before heading out. Follow PennDOT on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAStateCOLL.

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picnics, or snacks. Rain or shine. July 3 – State College Spikes Vs. Auburn Doubledays The State College Spikes will take on the Auburn Doubledays on July 3 at 6 p.m. Kids 12 and under can take part in Kids Run The Bases and everyone can enjoy the fireworks, Kids Club Kick-Off, Renew Your Vows!, and Pre-Game Catch on the Field. July 3 – Great American Fast The Great American Fast, a day of national prayer and fasting for the presence of God in America will be held on July 3 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. This grassroots movement is sponsored by Lifegate Baptist Church in Bellefonte. Join us as we gather with America to seek her God. For more information contact the church (814) 353-1942. July 3 – Bald Eagle Park Events Start out the day with a Sunday morning stroll from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Then from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., join them for a Red, White and Blue bike cruise of the park. Reservations needed. Children can ride with the company of an adult. July 3 – Roseanne Cash The State Theatre presents country artist Rosanne Cash with special guests The Allegheny Ridgerunners on Sunday, July 3 at 7 p.m. Tickets for the concert are $44. Daughter of Johnny Cash, Roseanne often plays her father’s hits, but also composes her own. The idea for her new album, The List, came about while Cash was on tour promoting her 2006 studio album, the widely acclaimed, Grammy-nominated Black Cadillac – a reflective song cycle about the loss of her father; her mother, Vivian Liberto; and her stepmother, June Carter Cash. She had held on to the original copy of the List for all those years, but had never thought to do anything with it; until now. Tickets can be purchased online www.StateTickets.org, at the Re/Max Box Office, 130 West College Avenue, Open weekdays 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and one hour before the concert. July 4 – Bald Eagle Park Parade of Boats Come and celebrate our Independence with a Parade of Boats decorated patriotically by our boat patrons of the lake. The event will start

at the Marina at noon and travel towards the Howard Bridge, Hunters Cove and back to the marina for judging. Boaters must pre-register at the Marina General Store to receive their voter card and will park in their slips or anchor by the marina at the end of the parade for voting. Ballots and a voter’s box will be available at the General Store for your vote. After lunch, there will be nature storytelling at the beach area and build your own watershed event for kids. July 4 – Red Cross Blood Drives Make it a patriotic thing to do! Give life this Independence Day! Red Cross Blood Drives will be held July 4 at the following locations/times: Red Cross Donor Center, 135 South Pugh Street in State College, 8:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. and - New Hope Lutheran Church in Spring Mills, 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. July 5 – 7 – Logan Fire Co Carnival Logan Fire Company 39th Annual 4th of July Celebration is July 5 thru 9. It opens nightly at 6:30 p.m. Bring the family for a fun night and support the Logan Fire Company No.1 of Bellefonte, located on the Armory Grounds on East Bishop Street. Midway provided by Penn Valley Shows, LLC. Nightly list of events: Tuesday, July 5 – Kids Night from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Reduced Wristbands Wednesday, July 6 – Ride Night from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; DJ Marlin Neff 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, July 7 – Fireworks Display by R&R Fireworks at 10 p.m.; DJ Marlin Neff 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, July 8 – Ride Night from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; DJ Marlin Neff 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 9 – Parade starting in downtown Bellefonte at 5 p.m.; Bellefonte High School Band performing right after parade; DJ Marlin Neff 7 to 10 p.m. July 9 – Fifties Freeze Come to the Fifties Freeze on July 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 4201 W. Whitehall Road, Pennsylvania Furnace. Enjoy splits, shakes & sundaes while listing to ’50/’60s Oldies (DJ) that will make you twist and shout! Bring a lawn chair. Lawn games for kids. Sponsored by Chick-fil-A. Only cost is for food.

Central Pennsylvania 4th Fest – Largest, Biggest, Best, By Ebun Adewumi

STATE COLLEGE – Celebrating the Fourth of July isn’t just fireworks anymore in central Pennsylvania. Central Pennsylvania July 4th, Inc. is an all-volunteer non-profit organization that has put on the festivities surrounding Independence Day in State College for the past 10 years. Called the Central Pennsylvania 4th Fest, with the theme this year being “Star Spangled Spectacular,” this Independence Day promises to live up to its reputation, attracting 60,000 to 80,000 people, with thousands more viewing the fireworks from other locations throughout the State College area. While the much-anticipated fireworks are set to start at 9:15 p.m. there are plenty of activities, displays, and live music to enjoy during the day. The Firecracker 4K Race kicks off the morning. Also in its 10th year, they are looking to set a new record of participants to beat out its record 1000+ racers and walkers last year. Family friendly, the race encourages anyone of any age to come out, register, and race. Prizes will be awarded in eight different age groups and to the top overall male and female participants. The race, held on Penn State campus, begins at 9 a.m. with registration starting at 7:30 a.m. Entry fee is $15 for participants under 18 years and $23 for everyone else. Walkers are welcome as well. Activities are in the general area of the stadium and BJC, starting around 2 p.m. with all activities up and running by 4 p.m. These include a carnival with food, games, and rides provided by Penn Valley Shows; a Military Equipments Display featuring Humvee vehicles and a Stryker vehicle; a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into making the fireworks show; live military demonstrations; and hot air balloons for which you can pay to ride. There are plenty of children’s events as well. There will be live music and other performances at three different stages starting at 2 p.m. From Riley Roth, an “upand-coming” young artist from State College performing

Pop/Country music, to Tir Na Nog School of Irish Dance, and local favorite, Velveeta, who say they specialize is “cheesy ’80s cover tunes.” Penn State President Graham Spanier will return with his magic act. At 5:58 be sure to head to Stadium West where GIANT Foods provides a 14-foot long flag cake as everyone sings Happy Birthday to our nation. And then around 8 p.m. Team FastTrax skydives with a very large, 3500 by 7000 square foot American Flag, accompanied by patriotic music on the Stadium West stage. All activities are in proximity to the Bryce Jordan Center, Beaver Stadium and Medler Field. Don’t forget to enjoy the variety of food from the various vendors. 4th Fest cuisine includes kettle corn, ice creams, smoothies, soft pretzels, apple dumplings, peach cobbler, strawberry shortcake, crab cakes, funnel cake, pizza, cheese steak, shrimp on a stick, french fries, hot sausage sandwiches, and many, many more food and drink items. The day’s main event begins around 9:15 p.m. – rated the “3rd Largest, Biggest, Best 4th of July fireworks in the United States” by the international fireworks Web site. The all-volunteer pyrotechnics team started planning the 2011 show in the fall of 2010. While the show can be seen from many places, the closer to Beaver Stadium the better. VIP viewing tickets are available for purchase, beforehand or on July 4 at the Bryce Jordan Center ticket office from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Unless you want VIP space, there is no admission for attending 4th Fest activities and fireworks display. However a $10 per car donation is requested for general admission parking. Major sponsors are Pennsylvania State University, Restek, the Centre Daily Times, 93.7 the Bus, and Central Pennsylvania Convention and Visitors Bureau. All this information and more can be found on the Central Pennsylvania 4th Fest website www.4thfest.org.

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Fourth Fest Activities July 4, 2011 WHEN 2:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM

WHERE Stadium West Curtin Road Curtin Road

4:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:00 PM 4:00 - 8:00 PM

Pyro Demo Tent

4:00 - 8:00 PM 4:00 - 8:00 PM 4:00 PM 3:00 - 8:00 PM

5:00 PM 6:30 PM 5:00 - 9:00 PM 5:00 - 9:00 PM 6:00 PM around 8 PM 9:15 PM

Founder’s Mall

Grassy Field near VIP Tents Towne Square Founder’s Mall Towne Square

EVENT Midway Carnival provided by Penn Valley Shows includes rides (such as a ferris wheel, kiddie cars, and the Dragon Wagon) and games for all ages. Military Equipment Display, featuring a Humm Vee vehicles and a Stryker vehicle) At the Operation Thank-You tent, show your appreciation to our troups by signing a card to them, or donating personal items. (Sponsored by Centre Communications) Pyrotechnics Demonstration - 4th Fest Volunteers will provide a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into making this great show happen. You’ll be amazed! This year’s demonstration will also describe what goes into the choreography for the fireworks, and will give you a preview of the evening’s show. (Sponsorship Available!) Several non-profit organizations from the Centre Region will be joining us this year. Last year’s participants included: Centre County Firefighters Combat Challenge, Communities That Care: Prevention Coalition, Clearwater Conservancy , Easter Seals of Central Pennsylvania State College Regional Office, Garden Starters, Operation Christmas Child, Penn State Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics, PSU All Sports Museum, Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center, State College Area Junior Chamber of Commerce (JAYCEES) Also in the Founder’s Mall: Kid’s Crafts, Kid ID - provided by the State College Borough Police, IPM Mini Golf, Pyro Demo The 148th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, Company C is a Civil War era living history group and they will be doing military and civilian home life demonstrations throughout the day. Learn all about the Centre County Regiment and the civilians that supported them. 4thFest Freedom Franks - There will be free hot dogs and chips. Donations are greatly appreciated. Volunteers from local high schools assist with Kids Crafts, as well as face painting. The crafts are sponsored by Fulton Bank. Historic Characters from 1776 will be hosting “Who Wants to be a Patriot” in the Towne Square between most of the performances (at 3:38 PM, 4:23 PM, 5:50 PM, 6:50 PM, and 7:50 PM). They will also visit the Founder’s Mall Stage at 5 PM for the reading of the Declaration of Independence. The rest of the afternoon, you can see them strolling throughout the festival. Bob Swaim brings us a very unique People-Powered Vehicles display and demonstration. Come see some historic and innovative bicycles, and also an amazing golf ball pyramid! Sky’s the Limit Ballooning provides tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides, wind and weather permitting. Sign up at the balloon. ($)

All Sports Museum Plaza Grassy Field below lot 44 Medlar Field Family Fun at the BallPark - come out and enjoy some time playing baseball! Stadium West GIANT Foods provides a 14 foot long flag cake that is served by the employees of RESTEK. The line forms in Stadium West amongst the celebration activities around 5:30 pm. At 5:58, we will sing Happy Birthday to our nation and the cake will be cut and served. Stadium West Look to the sky as Team FastTrax skydives with a very large American Flag, accompanied by patriotic music on the Stadium West stage! Weather may affect the actual jump time (between 7:00 and 8:45 PM) and flag size (3500 to 7000 square feet). (Sponsored by Tire Town.) The Fireworks! Rated in the top three 4th of July fireworks shows in America!

Fireworks Traffic Patterns Monday

Contributed by State College Borough Police On July 4, the fireworks display and until the outbound traffic has cleared: activities will be at their peak in the area • Park Avenue will be one-way westsurrounding Beaver Stadium. The fireworks bound from entrances to Beaver Field and display is scheduled to start at 9:20 p.m. Penn State Maintenance Building to North There will be no significant change in Atherton Street the traffic patterns for inbound traffic. Porter • Park Avenue will be one-way eastbound Road and Orchard Road will be closed from from entrances to Beaver Field and Penn State approximately 8 p.m. until the end of the fire- Maintenance Building to Orchard Road works. Spectators should plan to arrive early and • Porter Road will be one-way southutilize the designated parking areas. Motor- bound from Beaver Stadium to East College ists will not be permitted to park along the Avenue streets near the stadium, along the Mt. Nittany Traffic control for the outbound pattern Expressway, Route 220 (I-99), or Orchard will be provided by the State College Police Road. Parking restrictions will be enforced and Department and Penn State University violators will be ticketed and/or towed. Police. Traffic volume is expected to be equiv At approximately 9:40 p.m., the fol- alent to that of a Penn State home football lowing traffic pattern will be put into effect game.

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SkyTop Blues

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Cliff Turner R & B Soul Revue Mysterytrain State College Area High School Rock Ensemble

The Sveltones

A Day Awaits

Chris Good

Riley Roth Joe Quick Declaration of Independence Dime Store Cowboys

OverheaD State College Area Municipal Band (sponsored by Sweetland Engineering)

Hounds of Soul Tir Na Nog Dancers Black Coffee

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The CATABUS (Community and Campus Services) and CATARIDE services will not operate on Monday, July 4 (Independence Day). Both CATA offices will also be closed. Please note that this is a change from what is printed in the Spring/Summer 2011 Ride Guide. Regular Reduced Service will resume Tuesday, July 5. For additional information, call the CATA office at (814) 238-CATA (2282).

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Summer Solstice Celebration Benefits Farmland Trust By Karen A. Myford Marketing & Media Consultant

Tait Farm’s Harvest Shop on Summer Solstice Celebration Day.

Two Sisters Fina Cochina, Kim Richardson and Bonnie Willey provided locally produced Mexican food sampling in the Harvest Shop.

Tim Bowser of Elk Creek Cafe + Aleworks offers refreshment to a passing biker.

The Summer Solstice Celebration benefiting the Centre County Farmland Trust was held at Tait Farm on Saturday, June 18. More than 750 people gathered for a celebration of local farms, food, and art. Guests enjoyed food and beverage sampling provided by sponsors Tait Farm Foods, Elk Creek Café + Aleworks, Mount Nittany Winery, Harrison’s Wine Grill & Catering, and Otto’s Pub & Brewery. Festivities also included hands-on art activities provided by the Art Alliance and Bellefonte artisans, Jabebo, as well as an art exhibit and sale by the Farmland Preservation Artists that benefited the Centre County Farmland Trust. Hayrides took guests into the fields to watch the artists painting on site throughout the afternoon. Other local organizations including PASA, Buy Fresh Buy Local®, WPSU’s Local Food Journey, and ClearWater Conservancy – sharing information to impart the importance of preserving Centre County farmland. The Trust actively puts dollars to work preserving local farms for food, natural resources, and future generations. Donations and new members are welcome. Visit the Web site www.centrecountyfarmlandtrust.org for more information.

The Farmland Preservation Artists Exhibit and Sale benefited the Centre County Farmland Trust.

Tait Farm Foods sampled Tomato Bruschetta and Summer Sangria.

Otto’s was another of the local sponsors providing sampling, pictured is owner Roger Garthwaite (right side behind table).

Art Alliance Volunteers assisted with Children’s Crafts.

Chef Harrison Schailey of Harrison’s Wine Grill & Chef Pete Herncane of Otto’s served locally sourced food and beverages.

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Bald Eagle Area uses big sixth inning to secure opening win By Les Barnhart M I L E S BURG- Bald Eagle Area picked up a big win in the first round of the District 5 Little League Softball tournament on Sunday evening as they defeated State College 9-2 in Minor League action. The win advanced Bald Eagle Area into the second round where they faced Mifflin County on Tuesday evening but a sudden downpour forced the game to Wednesday evening. The Lady Eagles jumped out to an early lead when leadoff hitter, Megan Kresovich, ripped a double down the left field line and later scored when the throw to third on her steal attempt went into left field. They would add another run in the inning when Miranda Ballock reached on a walk and would score on a passed ball to stake starting pitcher Alexis Bucha to a 2-0 lead before she even had to throw a pitch. Bucha was in command through most of the night on the mound. She limited State College to just two hits but did issue eleven walks while striking out seven in the win. The two runs scored by State College came in the fourth inning but also without the benefit of a hit. The right hander rebounded from four straight walks to strike out two in a row before another walk forced in the second and final run. She coaxed a pop-up from Sara Conklin to end the threat. Despite hosting the playoff game, Bald

Eagle Area found themselves as the visitors after State College won the coin toss. They held a tenuous 3-2 lead heading into the top of the sixth inning with tensions mounting. The sixth inning saw the Lady Eagles’ bats once again come alive as they tallied six runs in the inning. After starting the inning with a ground out by Sarah Gates, Kresovich and Zoey Surovec followed with walks. It looked like State College starter, Addie Wasikonis, might also wriggle free of her own mess with a strikeout of Ballock but with two outs, Bald Eagle Area loaded the bases after McKenzie McCloskey walked. With the bases loaded, catcher Tobi Yarrison lined a 3-2 pitch into right field that would empty the bases. Kiersten Walker followed with an RBI single to make it 7-2. Alyson Onder would make it three hits in a row with she drilled an RBI triple. She would then score when Bucha reached on an error. Armed with a 9-2 lead, Bucha and her teammates took the field needing just three outs for the first District playoff win in their league’s first year. Four batters later and two runners thrown out trying to steal on Yarrison and the Lady Eagles had secured their first win. Wasikonis took the loss but pitched well. She allowed seven hits and struck out eight while walking eight. She struck out the side in the second inning after allowing a leadoff single to Walker.

North Upended by South, 35-14 In the 27th meeting between the North and the South, one team would walk away with a 14-13 all-time series lead, with the first 26 meetings knotted at 13 wins apiece. The South used their athleticism to take down the North with a 35-14 victory in the Lezzer Lumber Classic at Bald Eagle’s Alumni Field on Friday June 24th. The South scored on their first drive, equaling the total amount of points that they had scored in last year’s Classic, on a 23-yard pass from Hollidaysburg’s Chad Barton to Lewistown’s Dan Wheeler. After a North turnover, the South scored again in the first quarter, this time on a 10-yard pass from Barton to Central’s Lucas Runk. The North would find some offense in the second quarter, when Glendale’s do-it-all athlete Tyler Jenny would score on a 1-yard QB keeper. The PAT would be missed, giving the South a 14-6 lead. With just over two minutes remaining in the first half, the North took over inside of their own red zone. With Bellefonte’s Tyler Lucas at the helm, he drove his squad down the field into scoring position. Lucas found his former Red Raider teammate Matt Watson for eight yards to get to the shadow of the goal line with 22 seconds remaining in the half. After an incomplete pass, Lucas and Clearfield’s Derek Morgan failed to execute an option play, resulting in a fumble that was recovered by the South. With the turnover, the teams headed to the locker room with the

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South holding an eight point lead. In the third quarter, the South started to flex their muscle, as T.J. Keefer of Hollidaysburg hauled in an eight yard touchdown from his former Golden Tiger teammate Barton to extend the South’s lead. Following another North turnover, Runk again found pay dirt, scoring on an 18-yard touchdown reception. Trailing 28-6, Lucas led his team for another score, this time finding Morgan from three yards out. Lucas added the two point conversion, making it a two score game. The South, particularly Lucas Runk, proved to be too much, as he added a third touchdown on the night, scampering in from 27 yards out to give the South a comfortable 35-14 lead. There were still some fireworks to be had for the North, as Lucas would break contain on a 3rd and long play, spin through a would be tackle and race for a long touchdown run. However, it was merely a nice highlight for the former Red Raider, as the play would be called back due to holding. For the North, Penns Valley’s Elliot Dillon won the defensive MVP Honors, with Bellefonte’s Lucas bringing home the offensive MVP award, accounting for 143 of the North’s 212 total yards. For the South, Runk brought home offensive MVP honors, terrorizing the North All-Stars as he had terrorized the Mountain Athletic Conference for the past three years, with Altoona’s DeRon Lee bring home the defensive MVP award.

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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Kurt Busch conquers Sonoma By Matt Masullo

Kurt Busch led a race-high 76 laps en route to his first career road course win along with his first win of the Spring Cup Season. Busch had won the pole position in three consecutive races, but failed to find victory lane. In last year’s race at Sonoma, runnerup Jeff Gordon wrecked Busch, along with several other drivers. Gordon apologized to every driver that he had wrecked, minus Busch. Gordon congratulated Busch on the victory, but said “I still didn’t apologize”. Following Busch and Gordon were Carl Edwards, Clint Boyer, and road course specialist Marcos Ambros.

This weekend, the Sprint Cup heads back to Daytona International Speedway for the Coke Zero 400. The race will mark the half-way point in the season. Carl Edwards holds a 25 point lead of Kevin Harvick. They are followed by Jimmie Johnson, the brothers Busch (Kurt then Kyle), Matt Kenseth, Dale Earnahrt Jr., Clint Boyer, Jeff Gordon and Ryan Newman.

Marion-Walker claims tournament title in Huntingdon The 7&8 Marion-Walker All Stars started off their postseason on the right foot. In their first tournament of the post-season they went undefeated at the Huntingdon Tournament to capture the tournament title in impressive fashion.

The All Stars are coached by (back row l-r): Jack Bruni, Scott Fravel, Chris Lauck (manager) and Matt Bossert.

Pictured are (kneeling l-r): Alec Bossert, Taylor Johnson, Maddie Tice, Hanna Lauck, Derek Fravel; (standing l-r): Jalen Emel, Ethan Mikesic, Chris Paloskey, Ethan Rossman, Landon Peters, Logan Bernier, Joey Bruni.

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Bryan Durkin-Dr. Hugh Rogers Golf Tournament The Bryan Durkin-Dr. Hugh Rogers Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, July 23, 2011, at the Nittany Country Club in Mingoville, Pa. The event is a 4 person scramble format with a shotgun start at 8:00 a.m. at the country club. Proceeds benefit the Bryan Durkin and Dr. Hugh Rogers Memorial Scholarship funds and the Bellefonte High School Football Program. The tournament was previously known as the Bryan Durkin Memorial Red Raider Open Golf Tournament and had been in existence since 1993. Bryan was an outstanding defensive end for the Red Raiders from 1984-1986. In 1992 he was tragically killed in an automobile accident the night before the tournament and had planned to play in the tournament that year. Several years ago the Bellefonte Football Program wanted to recognize also the contributions of the Rogers family to Bellefonte athletics and added the name of Dr. Rogers to the tournament. Dr. Rogers and his father were team doctors for Bellefonte athletes for 75 years. Cost of the Tournament is $80.00 per golfer and includes greens fees, cart, prizes, on course refreshments and a post

Golfers Wanted –

for Skills Tourney July 11 By Lori Lang

BOALSBURG – Skills of Central PA, Inc.(Skills) invites area golfers spend a day golfing with Skills guests of honor, Carolyn Donaldson, WTAJ TV 10 News Anchor, and Omar Easy, former PSU football player, at our 6th Annual E.F. “Pat” Houser Memorial Golf Tournament on Monday, July 11th, shotgun start at noon at The Elks Country Club in Boalsburg. Golfers will enjoy 18 holes of golf at the Elks Club, a cart, lunch, dinner, snacks, and beverages. In addition, Stuckey Subaru is sponsoring the “Holein-one” contest this year giving all golfers the chance to win a 2011 Subaru. Anyone interested in golfing or becoming a sponsor can register with Lori at (814) 238-3245, ext 321. “We are very grateful for the level of support we have received from so many area businesses considering these economic times,” said President and Chief Executive Officer David M. (Mike) Rice Ph. D. “In particular we thank our Ace Sponsor: Reliance Bank, our Dinner Sponsor: McQuaide Blasko Attorneys at Law and our Platinum Sponsors Sheetz, Inc. Other sponsors we would like to recognize are Thompson’s Pharmacy, Andrews & Beard Law Offices, Wessel & Company, and Simpson & McCrady. Thanks to the generosity of all of our sponsors and golfers, Skills will have the finances to enhance the quality of many people’s lives in our community.” Celebrating, over 50 years Skills continues to provide quality services to people with disabilities. Skills’ is committed to creating opportunities, providing choice and support, and promoting recovery to enhance all aspects of people’s lives. Currently, Skills serves more than 850 individuals with disabilities in 16 counties and employs over 1000 staff throughout Central Pennsylvania. To find out more information please visit www.skillsofcentralpa.org.

tournament luncheon. Applications are available from Duffy Besch (dbesch@basd.net), John Wetzler (coach1122@yahoo. com), the Bellefonte Area High School, or at the pro shop at the Nittany Country Club. So you aren’t a golfer but you want to show your support of Bellefonte Red Raider football? Step up and be a sponsor. Several sponsor packages (see below) are available for a truly worthwhile cause. Come on! Be a part of it. Come out and see the coaches and let them know you appreciate their hard work and dedication. Red and White Sponsor $50.00 Business Card Ad in 2011 Game Program Recognition at Golf Tournament Game Recognition First and Ten Sponsor $100.00 ¼ Page Ad in 2011 Game Program Recognition at Golf Tournament Game Announcement Touchdown Sponsor $150.00 ½ Page Ad in 2011 Game Program Recognition at Golf Tournament Game Announcement *Sponsor Sign Season Tickets TEAM Sponsor $250.00+ Full Page Ad in 2011 Game Program Recognition at Golf Tournament Game Announcement *Sponsor Sign 2 Season Tickets *All sponsor signs will be placed at a hole during the golf tournament and on the end zone fence at Rogers Stadium throughout the 2011 season.

If you are interested in golfing in this event act fast…available spots are being filled. Don’t miss out the chance to get out and golf while benefiting Bellefonte Football and honoring the families of Bryan Durkin and Dr. Hugh Rogers.

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Bryan Durkin – Dr. Hugh Rogers Red Raider Open Nittany Country Club Mingoville, PA www.nittanycc.com

July 23, 2011 4-PERSON SCRAMBLE / SHOTGUN START AT 8:00 AM Registration begins at 7:15 AM Limited To First 64 Players To Register Get Your 4-Man Team Together And Sign Up Today!

GOLF REGISTRATION FORM Player #1_ ____________________________________ (Team Captain)

Address: _ ____________________________________ Phone # And Email_____________________________ Player #2 _____________________________________ Player #3 _____________________________________ Player #4 _____________________________________ Does Your Group Need A Cart(s)? Yes / No Payment - $80 For Each Participant Entry fee includes greens fees, carts, prizes, on-course snacks, and a post-tournament meal PLEASE MAKE ALL CHECKS PAYABLE TO THE “BELLEFONTE FOOTBALL TOUCHDOWN CLUB”

TransFitness Announces Fitness Challenge Results By Sam Stitzer (photos by Ruth Snyder) SPRING MILLS – In May & June, TransFitness Personal Training Center, Spring Mills, held a Fitness Challenge/Fundraiser. There were 10 different fitness challenges to enter. Part of the proceeds went to the TransFitness Scholoarship Award – this year’s award going to Penns Valley student Diana Young. The remainder of the proceeds will go to a needy family in the Penns Valley Area or to the HOPE Fund. The following are the results (first through third place) of the Fitness Challenge: Challenge #1 – most body fat loss in three months – This award will be given out near the end of the summer. Challenge #2 – number of reps in the bench press-Women-1/2 body weight, Men- ¾ body weight 1. Candy Ream 25 reps 2. Sarah Farrant 13 reps 3. Chelsey Neff 1 rep Challenge #2 – number of reps in the bench press, Women 30% body weight, Men 50% of body weight 60 and older division 1. Ginny Hosterman 33 reps 2. Kay Fleming & Carol Winkelblech 15 reps 3. Sally Mills 8 reps Challenge #3 – Leg press for reps – Women body weight, Men 2x body weight 1. Diana Young 100 reps 2. Chris Henry 60 reps 3. Valerie Weaver 57 reps Challenge #3 – Leg Press for Reps – Women 3/4 body weight, Men body weight 60 and older division 1. Sally Mills 100 reps

2. Carol Winkelblech 53 reps (she actually did her body weight) 3. Nick Brink 40 reps Challenge #4 – Standing abs for reps – Women and Men ¾ body weight, 1. Tina Selego 60 reps 2. Sarah Farrant 45 reps 3. Chelsey Neff 40 reps Challenge #4- Standing abs for reps – Women 40% body weight, Men 50% body weight 60 and older division 1. Ginny Hosterman 250 reps 2. Sally Mills 200 reps 3. Toni Brink 110 reps Challenge #5 – E-Z curl for reps – Women & Men 30% of body weight 1. Tina Selego 50 reps 2. Sally Mills 45 reps 3. Carol Winkelblech 25 reps Challenge #6 – Most curled Womens Division 1. Tina Selego 65lbs 2. Carol Winkelblech 60 lbs 3. Sally Mills 50 lbs Mens Division 1. Mike Dawson 100 lbs 2. Jerry Klena 85 lbs Challenge #7 – Timed weight sled – Women & Men 30% of body weight 1. Seth Decker 17 seconds 2. Curtis Decker 28 seconds 3. Sarah Farrant 55 seconds Challenge #8 – Highest aerobic fitness level (Vo2) 1. Sarah Farrant 36.58 Vo2 2. Toni Brink 35.04 Vo2 3. Sally Mills 26.47 Vo2 Challenge #9 – Highest flexibility 1. Candy Ream 25 in 2. Christine Sailors 23.75 in 3. Valerie Weaver 21.75 in

Challenge #10 – Donation and train in May & June 1. Nancy Motz 2. Wayne Weaver 3. Dave Hosterman Additionally, some humorous awards were handed out. The winners and their prizes were as follows: • Outstanding Whiner Award – Denise Rupert – a block of cheese • “How Many” Award – Chubb Breon – flash cards • Best Joke Award – Mike Dawson – a joke book • 1st Client – Tom Klena – a TransFitness hat • Longest Client – Carol Winkelblech – Spikes baseball ticket TransFitness Personal Training Center is owned and operated by Steve and Ruth Snyder. The Snyders are both educated and experienced trainers and power lifters: Steve Snyder has a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise and Sports Science (Kinesiology) from Penn State and he is certified as a weight trainer and sports nutrition consultant. He won National powerlifting titles in 1981, 1996, 2004, 2010 and World Powerlifting Titles in 1996, 2004, and 2010. Ruth Snyder has her certification through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as a personal trainer. She has won the 1999 & 2004 State, National and World Powerlifting Championships as well as the 2001 Bench Press National Championships. Congratulations to all the Fitness Challenge participants for their excellent performances in this event.

Sally Mills (age 72) of Coburn, drags weighted sled uphill!

Fitness Challenge participants gather at awards ceremony at Penns Manor.

Steve Snyder gives Outstanding Whiner award to Denise Rupert.

Mike Dawson gets first place award for the most 100-lb. curls.

Kay Fleming of Centre Hall works on the leg press

Diana Young receives first place award in leg-press category.

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2011 Elks Member-Guest Results Congressional Flight Bierly/DelBaggio McMurtry/Copenhaver Zidik/Zidik Fogelman/Johnson Stonebraker/Tressler Dobson/Reeve Pebble Beach Flight Italia/Zettle Mehalick/Colosimo Fleckenstein/Fleckenstein Horner/Rieg Stump/Broberg Brenner/McIntosh Bethpage Flight Au/Au Isola/Hunter Cornali/Musso Meyer/Royer Kephart/Delauter K. Smith/Bowersox

30 28 26 24 23 19

$100 $32.50

29 $100 29 $32.50 26 ½ 25 25 15 ½ 28 $100 26 $32.50 26 23 ½ 23 ½ 23

Torrey Pines Flight Fry/Fry Kosarek/McKimm Bainbridge/Kelly Lassman/Horner Anderson/Simoni T. Horner/Fleagle Oakmont Flight Scanlon/Sekunda Dunlop/Spock K. Weaver/Horten VanVactor/Williams Shinham/Reinhart Doyle/Quinn Winged Foot Flight S. Figart/Ellers Eble/Eble Shope/Waltemire Rallis/Bosak Fleck/Brown

29 $100 26 $32.50 25 ½ 25 ½ 23 ½ 20 ½ 35 ½ $100 27 $32.50 24 21 ½ 21 ½ 20 ½ 28 ½ $100 26 $32.50 25 ½ 23 ½ 20

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Arts, Crafts & Sales July 9 Summer Craft Fair The Liberty-Baptist Church in Blanchard will be hosting a Summer Craft Fair on Saturday, July 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, or to reserve your space, contact Melissa Wheeler (570)-295-8034 or akeytothepast@yahoo.com. Reserve a Space for August 6 – Indoor/ Outdoor Yard Sale New Hope summer indoor/outdoor yard sale is Saturday, August 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Want to participate? Reserve your table or space for $5, first come, first serve. There will be a soup and sandwich sale, and a bake sale, too. Eat in or take out, food available all day. It’s at New Hope Lutheran Church, Rte. 45, 119 Cobblestone Court, Spring Mills. Call Jeanne to reserve a space or for information (814) 364-1245.

Dining & Take Out July 10 – Howard Fire Co Pig Roast You’re invited to the Howard Fire Company Pig Roast on July 10 from noon until food’s gone. BBQ Sandwich (lg) $6; meal is $8 and includes cheesy potatoes, baked beans, and pepper-slaw.

Education & Life Matters July 6 – August 1 – Journaling for Adults “Art Your Family: Creative Journaling of Family History for Adults” Using pictures, ideas and items from your own life, create a little part of your story that you can hold in your hands, with the help of creative art guide, Linda R. Mantz. The workshop is Monday and Wednesday evenings from July 6 to August 1 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Centre County Library in Bellefonte. www. centrecountylibrary.org. Space is limited. Sign up now (814) 355-1516 x203. July 9 – Free Skin Cancer Screening There will be a Free Skin Cancer Screening on Saturday, July 9 from 10 a.m. to noon at Radiation Oncology Center, Entrance E of Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 East Park Avenue, State College. To schedule your free appointment, call (814) 231-7005 July 21 – Family Medicine Seminars Mt. Nittany Medical Center is hosting a free Family Medicine Seminar Series starting Thursday, July 21 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Galen and Nancy Dreibelbis Auditorium. Mount Nittany Medical Center is at 1800 East Park Avenue, State College. To register or for more information, contact Jessica Bird at jbird@mountnittany.org or (814) 234-6738

July 23 – Wings in the Park The second annual Wings In the Park celebration, a free event hosted by PSU Extension Master Gardeners of Centre County, is July 23 at the Snetsinger Butterfly Garden in the Tom Tudek Memorial Park. The day’s activities, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., include demonstrations and displays, a photography exhibit, tours, family games and hands-on activities, all developed to showcase Pollinator Friendly Gardening; the importance of bees, bee health, and pollination and the provision of safe habitats for the magical butterflies that grace our Penn State summers. PSU Extension Master Gardeners and “Butterfly Bob” will show how to establish butterfly and other pollinator friendly plantings in the home garden. Highlights are the habitat scavenger hunt, pollinator mini-golf, and live observation beehive and life-cycle exhibit. August Special at PA Military Museum Take advantage of T-shirt Tour Weekends at the Pennsylvania Military Museum. Wear an Armed Services themed t-shirt any weekend in August and receive a guided tour at 1 p.m. for just $4.

Farmers’ Markets Every Tuesday – Boalsburg Farmers’ Market The Boalsburg Farmers’ Market is a “producers only” market, which means that all products are locally grown or produced by the local folks that sell them, not by third parties. Some 20 vendors offer a wide variety of items including fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, entrees, cut flowers, bedding plants, various meats, salsas, jams, handmade soaps, cheeses, wool products, salmon, honey, bee products, apple cider, eggs, pasta, goat milk products, dog treats and more. It’s from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. every Tuesday at the Pennsylvania Military Museum on Route 322 in Boalsburg. Local musicians perform at every market, usually beginning at 3:30 or 4 p.m. Plenty of free parking. Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays – State College Farmers’ Market State College Farmers’ Markets will run through November. Tuesdays and Fridays from 11:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Locust Lane, Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Home Depot. Visit www.centralpagarmers.com. Every Saturday – Bellefonte Farmers’ Market Bellefonte Farmers’ Market is every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at the Gamble Mill parking lot on West Lamb Street. Now offering eggs, greens, bison, pork, baked items, cheese, fresh flowers, vegetable seedlings, and pet needs. Find them on Facebook.

Pinehurst Flight Young/Young 33 ½ $100 Snipes/Clouser 27 $32.50 Kiernan/Zelinka 26 Moyer/Weyman 23 Carver/Carver 18 ½ Shootout Results 1st Fry/Fry $100 2nd Au/Au 3rd Italia/Zettle 4th Bierly/DelBaggio 5th Scanlon/Sekunda 6th S. Figart/Ellers Young/Young Saturday Skins - $173.33/team Young/Young 2 on #8 Fleckenstein/Fleckenstein 2 on #12 Italia/Zettle 3 on #5 Sunday Skins - $210/team Fry/Fry 2 on #4 Mehalick/Colosimo 3 on #13

unday Closest to the Pins S #2 Michael Weyman 5’ 1 ½” #9 Tony Musso 10’ 8” #10 Zak Zidik 7’ 9 ½” #18 Dean Johnson 4’ 3 ½”

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separate program is offered for one- to four-year olds. VBS is at St. John Lutheran Church, 216 N. McAllister Street, in Bellefonte. Registration at 6 p.m. each evening. Monday thru Thursday at 6 p.m. a picnic meal is provided for all. For information or a registration form call St. John Lutheran (814) 355-4679 or 574-2304 or e-mail: lutheranstjohn@yahoo.com.

July 9 – Christian Block Party The Christians with Rhythm Block Party is July 9 beginning at 5 p.m. at St Mark’s Lutheran Church, Snydertown Road, Walker Township. Rain date is July 10 at 5 p.m. It’s an opportunity to socialize and visit with your neighbors. Free music, kids’ carnival, food, and fellowship. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the evening. Questions, call (814) 383-2801. July 9 & 30 – Concerts On The Lawn St. John’s U.C.C. “On the Lawn” concerts will be presented Saturdays July 9 and 30 at 7p.m. at 218 N. Church Street, Boalsburg. Free-will offering. Free food & drinks. Call (814) 466-7162.

Kids’ Stuff July 5 & 19, August 2 & 23 – BEA Libraries Open All Bald Eagle Area elementary school libraries will be open to check out/in books on the following dates: Tuesday, July 5 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday, July 19 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Tuesday, August 2 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Tuesday, August 23 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. July 9 – 4-H Pony Club Open House Galloping Gold Horse and Pony 4-H Club is sponsoring an open house at Lincoln’s Painted Stable in Unionville, on Saturday, July 9 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. There will be free pony rides, demos, games, and information about joining 4-H. If you are interested in horses, come and see what you can learn. For more info call (814) 353-0167. July 10 – 14 – Vacation Bible School At Gold Rush Vacation Bible School, children aged three years thru sixth grade will discover the True Rock of Ages as they enjoy games, crafts, songs, stories, snacks, and prizes on July 10 to 14. The time is nightly from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It’s at First Baptist Church of Bellefonte on Jacksonville Road. July 18-22 – Vacation Bible School Living Hope Alliance Church is partnering with CEF Ministries of Centre County in hosting, “Camp Turned Around” VBS. It will be held on July 18 through22 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Children aged five through 12 are invited for a week of games, crafts, music, bible stories and much more. Living Hope Alliance church is at 321 East Howard Street in Bellefonte. Registration is free and requested in advance. To register visit www.livinghopealliance.com or call (814) 355-3106. July 24-28 – Vacation Bible School St. John’s United Church of Christ, St. John’s Episcopal Church, St. John Lutheran Church (Bellefonte) and Camp Mount Luther are partnering for this year’s VBS from July 24 to 28. The theme is God Chooses Us! Three trained staff from Mount Luther will lead children and youth from K through sixth grade. Church volunteers will assist. A

Bald Eagle Area Little League Softball Meeting The Bald Eagle Area Little League Softball will be holding their regular monthly meeting on SUNDAY, July 10th at the Bald Eagle Area High School cafeteria at 6PM. Regular monthly meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at the Bald Eagle Area High School. 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. “This will never be our league unless you are a part of it”

July 25 – 29 – Beach Themed Camp Explore “The Beach” this summer in State College! Grace Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten, 205 So. Garner Street, has several openings for our beach-themed camp, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on July 25-29. From sand & surf centers to fish stories, beach games and crafts, kids are sure to have a whale of a time! Children aged three (on or before June 1, 2011) through kindergarten graduates are eligible to register. Call (814) 238-8110 for details. July 25 – 29 – Vacation Bible School Children are invited to the Circle G Ranch at Curtin United Methodist Church Vacation Bible School, July 25 to 29. Kids will enjoy tasty snacks, fun games, songs, creative crafts and great stories. Ages four to 13 are welcome. There will be a free Pizza Party on Friday night, July 29 at 8:30 p.m. Also, you can ride in the Grange Fair Parade on the VBS Float. Be at the Ranch Monday, July 25 at 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. then Tuesday thru Friday, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. A family picnic will be held on Sunday, July 31 at 4:30 p.m. Curtin Church is located at 305 Curtin Village Rd, Howard, 3 miles N of Milesburg near historic Curtin Village. Contact Marty Lucas (814) 355-7970. August 6 – Boot Camp for Kids The Pennsylvania Military Museum is hosting a Boot Camp for Kids on August 6 – a funfilled summer day camp of quasi-military instruction designed for boys and girls aged eight to 13. Participants will be assigned to one of three “platoons” that will attend three training stations (marching/military etiquette, orienteering, physical training) staffed by prior service soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines. A lunch of Meals-Ready-to-Eat will be provided. Pre-registration and program fee is $20. Contact jhorvath@state.pa.us for info.

Walks, Runs & Rides August 13 - Restek Revved Up for Fun Motorcycle Ride 100-mile poker run, includes a lunch from Clem’s, raffle prizes, door prizes, and more! Nine a.m. registration begins at Restek Corporation off the Benner Pike. $20 per rider; $10 per passenger. Call Jim Richards (814) 360-5465.

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Weekly Entertainment

Millbrook Playhouse in Mill Hall opened the 2011 summer season with the family friendly Annie to a packed house. This is the 48th season for this true summerBy Pat Park stock theatre and it appears that this may be their best season yet. The story of the eleven year-old orphan, who has been searching for her parents, but finds Daddy Warbucks and the dog Sandy instead, is a familiar one. Director/ Choreographer Stefanie Sertich has given us a pure translation of the story featuring an extremely talented cast. The orphan girls ranged in age from second grade to middle school and were all very professional. There were several who stood out, but I was little confused which actress played which orphan. The costumes and makeup were so good that it was hard to identify individuals. Rachel Covey as Annie was delightful. Miss Covey already has an impressive professional biography and her experience showed. There are not many scenes in the play that these young shoulders don’t carry. I believed that it was her optimism that gave FDR the idea for The New Deal. Oliver Warbucks was played with moneyed charm by Lawrence Lesher. Mr. Lesher has good voice and good stage presence; I hope that we see more of him. Tiffany Green was under used as the secretary, Grace Farrell. Ms Green did a commendable job, warm and efficient, but we never got a chance to hear her belt out with that terrific voice. The absolute show stopper for me was the number Easy Street. Miss Hannigan, her brother Rooster, and his friend Lily were played by Ali Kresch, David Raposo, and Whitney Brown respectively and they almost literally tore up the stage.

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Miss Kresch is a veteran Millbrook player and one of my personal favorites. The role of Miss Hannigan showed her range as a performer to perfection. This was David Raposo’s Millbrook debut and I can not wait to see him later in the summer in other roles. To fully appreciate Whitney Brown’s performance, you have to see what an attractive woman she is in real life. One of the important things to me at an opening show is checking the ensemble cast. These are the people we can expect to see in the future. The ensemble numbers were well directed, well choreographed and busting with individual talent. My pick this year as “the actor to keep your eye” on is Samuel Benedict, who played several small roles, but it was his Bert Healy that high lighted his possibilities. Jacob as the very well behaved Sandy also deserves special recognition. Annie runs June 29 through July 3. Opening June 30 in the Cabaret will be Love, Sex, and the IRS. Next on the Main Stage will be The Buddy Holly Story. Think about adding Millbrook Playhouse to your summer theatre schedule.

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Live Entertainment Schedule 7/1/11 – 7/7/11 Bar Bleu – Downtown State College All Entertainment starts at 10:30pm 7/1 Lowjack 7/2 Ted McCloskey & The HiFi’s 7/7 Royal Benson

The Saloon – Downtown State College All Entertainment starts at 10:30pm 7/1 K4 7/2 Mr. Hand 7/3 Atomic Supersonic 7/4 Smokin’ Karaoke 7/5 Tuesday Jones 7/6 Broken 7/7 My Hero Zero

The Deli – Downtown State College 7/3 7/7

Tries Bien Ensemble – 11:30am-1:30pm Domenick Swentosky

7/6

Greg & Jason Acoustic

7/1 7/2 7/3 7/6 7/7

AAA Blues Band, 7pm The Nightcrawlers, 10:30pm Pure Cane Sugar, 9:30pm Kris Kehr, 9pm Andy Tolins Bluegrass Revue, 7pm Black Coffee, 11pm

7/6 7/7

Scott Mangene, 8pm 18 Strings, 9pm

7/2 7/6 7/7

Guided Sound, 9pm Stress Busters Karaoke Dance Party, 8pm Kate & Natalie of Pure Cane Sugar, 7pm

7/5 7/7

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

7/2 7/3 7/7

Marah, 8pm Mason Porter, 5pm The Sweater Set, 7:30pm

7/1 7/2 7/3 7/4 7/5 7/6 7/7

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

7/1 7/2 7/3 7/5 7/6 7/7

Tommy Wareham, 6pm & 9pm Dominic Swintosky, 8pm Ted & Molly, 8pm 17 Piece Jazz Band led by Rick Hirsch, 8pm Tommy Wareham, 7:30pm Scott Mangene, 8pm

7/1 7/2 7/6 7/7

It Is Written, Mindspine & Bent Armed & Ready The Ruth O’Brien Karaoke Show, 9pm Karaoke with DJ Foxx

7/1

Black Coffee, 9pm

7/5 7/7

Joe Casher, 5:30pm Karaoke with Ken Yeaney, 5:30pm

7/6 7/7

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

7/1

Karaoke with Ken Yeaney, 6:30pm

7/1 7/2 7/3 7/3

My Name is Pablo Picasso, 8pm My Name is Pablo Picasso, 2pm & 8pm My Name is Pablo Picasso, 2pm & 8pm Roseanne Cash w/ The Allegheny Ridgerunners, 7pm

Inferno Brick Oven & Bar – Downtown State College Zeno’s Pub – Downtown State College

Otto’s Pub & Brewery – N. Atherton St., State College The Autoport – S. Atherton St., State College Ali Kresch, Tiffany Green, Whitney Brown, Rachel Covey, David Raposo, George Baumer, Lawrence Lescher

Prospector’s Allegheny Rib Company – State College Elk Creek Café & Ale Works – Millheim

The Phyrst – Downtown State College

The orphans are (L to R): Emma Heid, Katelyn Boyd, Kathleen Simander, Olivia Hanna, Rachel Covey, Aimee Hunsinger, Amanda Hibbler, Emma Rohan, and Kali Haines

The showstopping hit, Easy Street, performed by Ali Kresch, Whitney Brown, David Raposo

American Ale House – Toftrees/State College

ATTENTI ON LOCAL MUSICIANS ! ! ! HAVE A NEW CD COMING OUT? DID YOU JUST CELEBRATE A MILESTONE ANNIVERSARY IN THE BAND?

HAS YOUR MUSIC BEEN FEATURED SOMEWHERE OUTSIDE THE AREA?

LET THE GAZETTE KNOW ABOUT IT AND WE’LL TELL ALL OF CENTRE COUNTY!!!

DID YOU JUST WIN AN AWARD?

Just send your band information—however big or small the news is— to The Gazette! We have a 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 even do a full-length feature about it! 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... Centre County Gazette ATTN: Entertainment Editor P.O. Box 679 State College, PA 16804

The Arena – Martin Street/State College

Red Horse Tavern – Pleasant Gap

Mountain Valley Diner – Wingate Governor’s Pub – Bellefonte Pizza Mia – Bellefonte

The State Theatre – Downtown State College

Schedules subject to change. Call the venue for details. 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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Summer’s Best Music Fest Plays to a Big Crowd Article & photos by Brian Baney STATE COLLEGE – The streets of State College were filled with the sound of music this past Saturday, June 25. The fifth annual event proved to be a crowd pleaser, once again. As a fest-goer, you could sample many different genres of today’s and yesterday’s music. Hip hop, folk, pop, Celtic, blues, jazz and even rural music were just some on tap. From Allen Street down Calder Way to Heister Street, I could hear the sounds of some of our county’s most talented musicians. Along the way, I sampled a Dunkin Donut and walked 20 feet to dunk my donut in some freshly roasted coffee. With my donut devoured, there was a stop at the Summer Fest tent to buy a wrist band. Those proceeds would go to help the Heritage Fund provide musical instruments to underprivileged kids in the State College School District. A wrist band also got you discounts at vendors along your musical path through downtown State College. Another treat was of the canine type as Centre County PAWS brought some pups in need of a home. The dogs were introduced to the crowd on hand at the Allen Street stage, while the band Chicken Tractor American set up for their rural music set. All the pups were cute, adorable and lovable, just waiting for the right person to offer them a safe, loving home. I met Mustang and his trusty leash holder and pal for the day, Megan, a PAWS volunteer. Both Folks were treated to Dunkin Donuts were a pleasure to chat with. I gave Megan, with and coffee in Calder Way. my pride in check, a free copy of The Centre County Gazette to read as she sat with Mustang on Calder Way. As I made my way down Calder Alley, the sounds of Ireland could be heard resonating from the Calder Way Acoustic Stage. Callanish, a Celtic ensemble, made you want to jump and give a click to your heels and dance a jig. A little farther down the street, on Heister Street’s Rock-the-Block Stage, the alternative rock sounds of Chris Vipond and the Stanley Street Band filled the air. In just my short stay at this year’s Summer’s Best Music Fest, Centre County’s musical talent provided a pleasurable

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Friday Night Favorites

State College shops welcomed guests from the super crowds attending the Music Fest

Classic Movies at State Theatre Friday evenings at 4 p.m., 7 p.m., & 9:30 p.m. Friday Night Favorites, showcases acclaimed older films of all genres and eras every Friday night. Come join us for a relaxing end to the week and don’t miss your chance to see these classics on the big screen! • Friday, July 1 - When Harry Met Sally, starring Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan, this modern classic will keep you laughing throughout. • Friday, July 8 - Moonstruck is a Brooklyn based love story starring Cher and Nicholas Cage. This romantic comedy has won three academy awards and was on AFI’s list of top 10 romantic comedies of all time. • Friday, July 15 - The Philadelphia Story, is a love story about remarriage, starring Katherine Hepburn and James Stewart. This Hollywood classic about a love triangle is widely acclaimed and won two academy awards. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased online at www.StateTickets.org; at the Re/Max Box Office, 130 West College Avenue, weekdays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. or Saturday from noon to 5 p.m.; or call (814) 272-0606.

FREE Friday Concerts

Calm and loyal, Mustang will make some family a great pet. stroll in downtown State College. Plan on attending next summer. A love for music and an open mind is all you need – and don’t forget spending money to patronize our local businesses along your musical journey. Hope to see you in the streets of downtown State College next summer. Until then, enjoy the rest of this summer and keep reading the The Gazette. If you have an interest in adopting from Centre County PAWS, look them up at www.centrecountypaws.org. Please see our Facebook page for more photos from Summer’s Best Music Festival

On the Lemont Village Green, Fridays from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Some artists having performed there before and some are new. The schedule is filled for twelve Friday nights this summer. Picnickers are always welcome. Concerts are free, but a basket is passed to help support Granary renovation. Visit www.lemontvillage.org. • July 1 – Stylus Featuring Jackie Brown – Jackie Brown, lead vocals; Jochebed Gayles, backup vocals; Evan Strock, guitar; Brian McHugh, guitar; Charles Emerson Lumpkins, keyboards; Lawrence L.Lo., bass; Mike Hobson- drums, playing soul, funk, and rhythm and blues, with a strong female vocalist. • July 8 – Dreams and Bones – Virginia Meadows, guitar and vocals; Paul Brigman, guitar and vocals; and Dan Thompson, double bass, bass guitar; playing acoustic Americana, folk, rock • July 15 - Ellen Shultz - Ellen Siberian Tiger, singer/songwriter, Indie Folk and beautiful voice and talented guitar playing • July 22 – John I. Thompson, IV “JT” – Wonderful piano jazz, blues, and vocals, and descendent of the original builder and owner of the Granary • July 29 – Jim Colbert and Cynthia Mazzant – singers/songwriters with a local flair

Sunday Concerts at the Gazebo

The crowd applauded Chicken Tractor America, a mix of rural music and bluegrass.

How Do You Spell Success?

Cool temps, mostly cloudy skies did not deter crowds at the Summer’s Best Music Fest ’11.

By Pat Park The Boal Barn is hosting The 25th Annual Putnam County father to be there. There was something very vulnerable about Spelling Bee and if the opening night audience was any indica- each of them. tion, it is a successful event. Eight adolescents who are in the Vice Principal Douglas Panch is played by Mike Knarr throes of puberty have gathered for the annual spelling bee and may have been my favorite character; picture Lewis Black aided by adults who have not successfully finished their own as your high school principal. I have the feeling that most of growing up. These are people that you will want to know. his lines will be different each night of the show. What makes this play unique is that Laura Ann Saxe is Rona Lisa much of the show is ad-libbed and audience Peretti and acts not only as the hostess participation is important. Two members for the spelling bee, but she also keeps from the audience are chosen to be contesthe audience informed of the little bits of tants along with the actors and this guarangossip about the rest of the cast. Ms Saxe tees some surprises. has a good strong voice and a natural This is a show that is carried by the ness on stage that helps to hold any show individual characters and I loved every one together. of the nerdy, awkward group. Rounding out the cast were It seemed that the guys were given Travis Deptola, Kaye Saxe, and Evan the more outlandish roles and each actor Smith. These three had the responsibility The nerdy students of the musical, ran with his part. Chris Perini is the scoutof multiple roles with some quick costume The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, uniformed Chip whose sudden awareness now playing at the Boal Barn Playhouse changes. of a girl in the audience may cost him the My only complaint was that some championship. Anthony Spina is Leaf, who makes his own of the musical numbers seemed a little long. The nice part clothes, cape and all. Ken Wozetek is the nerd who spells with is that the cast is so talented that you are captured by their his magic feet. Each is a delight. excellent voices and energetic personalities. You will laugh, if The girls were softer, more touching in their portrayals. for no other reason than these young people will remind you Suzie Shoffner is the awkward Logainne, the girl who has two how hard adolescence can be. fathers to please. Courtney Lope is the perfect Marcy Park, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee runs through until she decides that the earth will still turn if she is less than July 9 at Boal Barn in Boalsburg and will be followed by The perfect. Callie Rose Hanau plays Olive who is waiting for her Survivor on July 30.

Sundays at 7 p.m. Talleyrand Park Gazebo, Bellefonte In case of rain concerts will be held at the YMCA. These concerts are supported by a gift from the Garver Charity Fund, B.P.O.E #1094, Bellefonte Lodge • July 3 – Coburn Brass, Civil War music • July 10 – Tommy Wareham on Piano and Guitar • July 17 – Centre Heritage Singers, classical, folk, gospel, contemporary, show tunes • July 24 – The Jay Vonada Quartet • July 31 – John “JT” Thompson on piano, boogie, blues, and popular tunes

Deacons of Dixieland Sunday, July 3 at 6:30 p.m. Free Concert at South Hills Business School This is part of the summer series of picnic concerts at the business school on Waupelani Drive, State College. Bring your own chairs, blanket, picnics, or snacks. Rain or shine.

Bavarian Stompers Sunday, July 10 at 6:30 p.m. Free Concert at South Hills Business School This is part of the summer series of picnic concerts at the business school on Waupelani Drive, State College. Bring your own chairs, blanket, picnics, or snacks. Rain or shine.

Seven Mountains Summer Music Fest Sundays, July 24 & 31 at 5:30 p.m. Seven Mountains Winery and Cellars The Pennsylvania Centre Chamber Orchestra presents the second annual Seven Mountains Summer Music Fest outdoors at the Seven Mountains Winery and Cellars, one mile off Route 322 on Decker Valley Road between State College and Lewistown. The two concerts on Sunday, July 24 and Sunday, July, 31 at 5:30 p.m. will feature the music of Mozart, Bach, Rameau, Debussy and more, performed by PCO principal players Timothy Hurtz, oboe; James Lyon, violin; Nicholas Lyon, viola; Carol Lyon, cello; and harpists Anne Sullivan and Ruth Hunter. In the words of Music Director and Maestro Douglas Meyer, “The event will be marked by brilliant performances of works by the masters that will be especially delightful to classical music lovers.” Ticket prices are $20 per person and are available at www.centreorchestra.org or by calling (814) 234-8313.

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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 1960 holds its monthly luncheon on the third Thursday each month at 11:30 a.m. at the Mountain Valley Diner in Wingate. For more information, call Barb at (814) 466-6027. 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. BHS Class ‘67 holds monthly breakfast on first Saturday of each month at Sunset West at 8:30 a.m. Location subject to change. For information call Vic (814) 360-1948. 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. Bechdel Reunion is July 10 from 1 p.m. to dusk at Bald Eagle State Park, Howard. Bring tableware and a dish to share, family photos, memorabilia, any items for our auction. After entering park follow blue Bechdel signs. For info contact sparrow2@gmail.com or phone Leanne (570) 966-4347. BHS Class of ’76 reunion is July 9, with social hour from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Bellefonte Elks. Save the date! Light snacks provided. Cost is $12 per person. Follow us for updates on Facebook: Bellefonte HS Class of 1976. BHS Class of ’86 We are desperately seeking class members from Bellefonte High class of 1986 for a summer reunion. Anyone with information, e-mail Susan, thefergs@comcast.net. 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 Historical Railroad Society meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Train Station in Talleyrand Park, Bellefonte. All meetings are open to the public. Activities include: restoration of the Bellefonte Central snowplow & caboose; restoration of the rail diesel cars; track maintenance; and Fall Foliage & Santa Express train rides. Check out details at bellefontetrain.org or leave a message at (814) 355-1053. 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 Diamond Deli on North Allegheny Street. This is a new meeting location as of July 1. Guests and visitors welcome. For more information on BSRC, contact Debbie Rowley (814) 880-9453. Bellefonte VFW offers July events for members and guests: July 6, 6 p.m. to 8 pm – Taco night and open jukebox. July 8, 8 p.m. to 11 pm – Dance to DJ Weaver. July 14 at 8 pm – Bellefonte VFW Post monthly meeting. July 21, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. – Open jukebox. Bellefonte VFW Post 1600 Ladies Auxillary will hold their monthly meeting the second Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. the Post Home on Spring St. Bellefonte. Better Breathers Support Group meets the third Thursday of every month from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. No meetings are Jan. or Feb. Location is HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, 550 W. College Ave., Pleasant Gap. Call (814) 359-3421 for info about any of their support groups. Bible Study for Adults offers helpful and practical explanations from Ezekiel & Daniel. There is also a teen meeting with Pastor Jeremy. These are at the Nittany Baptist Church just east of Boalsburg on Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. Call (814) 360-1601 for info. Brain Injury Support Group meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. No meetings Jan. or Feb. Location is HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, 550 W. College Ave., Pleasant Gap. Call (814) 359-3421 for info about any of their support groups. 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. 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.

THE GAZETTE - SERVING CENTRE COUNTY The Centre Crest Auxillary meets the fourth Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. All are welcomed. Centre Crest Nursing Facility, 502 East Howard Street, Bellefonte, (814) 548-1140. Centre Hall Lions Club meets the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. and the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Centre Hall Lions Club Building, 153 E. Church St. Centre Hall. 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. This is a project of the Central PA Chapter of Better Investing and open to the public. Call (814) 234-8775 or e-mail cr20mic@aol.com. The Central PA Civil War Round Table meets Tuesday, July 5 at 7 p.m. at the PA Military Museum auditorium. Charlie Doutt will speak on “Hoofbeats and Cold Steel: A Night with the Cavalry.” Mr. Doutt is a Federal Army cavalry Civil War re-enactor with the 2nd U.S. Cavalry. He will appear in Union Army cavalry period dress with a saddle and saber, depicting a full depiction and account of the life of a Union cavalryman. Anyone interested in the Civil War or joining the Round Table is invited. For information, contact Lynn Herman (814) 861-0770. Diabetes Support Group meets the second Thursday of each month – July 12 – 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. 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. 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. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, use Outpatient Entrance, 550 W. College Ave., Pleasant Gap. Affiliated with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Call (814) 359-3421 for info. 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. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. social hour, refreshments until 8 p.m., followed by the speaker. Junior Rockhounds also meet on third Wednesdays, 6:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Room 116 Earth & Engineering Sciences Building. Call (814) 867-6263 for details. Maps and directions at nittanymineral.org. The Nittany Valley Writers Network hold their Early-Risers Breakfast every third Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. at The Waffle Shop, 1610 W College Ave, State College. All are welcome - ask for the Writers Table. They hold their Writers Social the fourth Tuesday of the month from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Autoport, 1405 S Atherton St., State College. Parent Support Group for Children with Eating Disorders meets the second Tuesday of each month – July 12 – 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 to understand eating disorders. For info contact Kristie Kaufman at (814) 466-7921. SCASD Class of 1976 is having its 35th High School Reunion Saturday, August 6 starting at 6 p.m. at Tussey Mt. Resort For additional information: Facebook: State High Class of 76 or register at: http://statehighclassof76.eventbrite.com/ Full details: State High Alumni page: http://www.scasd.org/24971201024111030/blank/browse.asp?a=383 &BMDRN=2000&BCOB=0&c=71355 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, Spring Creek, and its tributaries. All are welcomed. Visit springcreekwatershed.org. State College Downtown Rotary Club meets Thursdays at noon at Damon’s, East College Avenue, State College. State College Sunrise Rotary Club meets weekly on Wednesdays at Hotel State College (above The Corner Room, back the hall from The Allen Street Grill) from 7:15 a.m. to 8 a.m. 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. Stroke Support Group meets the last Tuesday of every month at 1 p.m. No meetings are held in August or December. Location is HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, 550 W. College Ave., Pleasant Gap. Call (814) 359-3421 for info about any of their support groups. Women’s Mid Day Connection is holding its luncheon Tuesday, July 12 at 11:45 a.m. at the Elk’s Country Club, Boalsburg. For reservations and cancellations, call Margo (814) 355-7615. Feature: “A Cool Creamery Cooler.” 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. Compiled by Sandie Biddle

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CENTRE COUNTY LIBRARY ACTIVITIES Centre County Library/Bellefonte, Centre Hall, East Penns Valley, Holt/Philipsburg & Bookmobile

SUMMER READING CLUBS HAVE BEGUN: Now through early August, kids of all ages earn prizes by keeping track of their summer reading. Read to Me Club members (up to age four) earn free books; It’s Elementary Club members (pre-k through fifth and sixth grades) earn weekly mini-prizes and raffle tickets for chances to win bigger prizes; and Read To Win Club members (middle and high school) earn raffle tickets for chances to win really big prizes. Check out our activity schedule and Community Passports for more chances to win! Centre County Library/Bellefonte—call (814) 355-1516 for more information: STORYTIME—Stories and activities featuring “One World, Many Stories” for children of all ages with a favorite adult followed by a craft geared for kids three years old and up): July 6 – “Exploring South America!” Help decorate the library in traditional Mexican art! SUMMER ACTIVITIES—School Age Children July 6 – Puppet Show with Steve Abrams at 11 a.m. ADULT ACTIVITIES Art Your Family: Creative Journaling of Family History (Adults Only) 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. July 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 Sit N Knit 1:30 - 2:30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 Holt Memorial Library/Philipsburg—call (814) 342-1987 for more information: CLOSED July 4 MOTHER GOOSE ON THE LOOSE—Rhythmic adventures through the world of Mother Goose for children under three years old interacting with a favorite adult. This is a lap-sit program focusing on rhymes and music, while encouraging the development of pre-reading and social skills, Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. July 5, 12, 19, 26 PRESCHOOL STORYTIME geared for three- to six-yearolds with a favorite adult July 6 “The Antarctic” & July 13, 20, 27 CHILLY ICE CREAM SOCIAL/GAME NIGHT July 7 at 6 p.m. IT’S ELEMENTARY—Presentations/activities Thursday evenings @ 6 p.m. July 7, 14, 21, 28 MARTIAL ARTS DEMO—Demo for teens by the American Martial Arts Academy, led by Kelly Boob July 9 at 11 a.m. FAMILY ACTIVITY presented by Family Literacy July 11 at 6 p.m. - Garden Gathering East Penns Valley Branch Library at 225 E. Main Street in Millheim (Millheim Borough Building)—call (814) 349-5328 for more information: NEEDLES NIGHT—Join us for fun, help and friendship, bring any needlecraft project you are working on. Any skill level welcome Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. July 7, 14, 21, 28 STORYTIME—Stories and activities featuring “One World, Many Stories” for children of all ages with a favorite adult followed by a craft for geared kids three years old and up): July 5 at 10:30 a.m. – “Exploring South America!” Help decorate the library in traditional Mexican art! July 11 at 10:30 a.m. – “Exploring North America!” Express Liberty & Freedom in this week’s craft! SUMMER ACTIVITIES—School Age Children July 7 at 11 a.m. – Puppet Show with Steve Abrams July 12 at 11 a.m. – Hula Dancing with Sarah Mason ADULT BOOK CLUB July 12 Centre Hall Area Branch Library—call (814) 364-2580 for more information: STORY TIMES—Story time for children of all ages, crafts for children age 3 and up at 10:30 a.m. July 1 – “Exploring Asia!” Create a name scroll using the Chinese Alphabet! July 8 – “Exploring South America!” Help decorate the library with traditional Mexican art! SUMMER ACTIVITIES—School Age Children July 1 - Martial Arts with the Arteca’s at 1 p.m. July 7 - Puppet Show with Steve Abrams at 2:30 p.m.

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Centre County Deed Transfers 06/13/2011 thru 06/17/2011 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.

S: Hoffman-Aho, Eric F. Hoffman-Aho, Brandy B: Capofreddi, Peter 115 Mountain Drive Pine Grove Mills, PA 16868 $177,800 T/M: Fergus S: Kranyz, David O. Martinez, Silvia M. B: Edwards, Mark J. Edwards, Natalie S. 1205 Sherwood Ct. Bellefonte, PA 16823 $327,500 T/M: Bellefonte

S: Leventis, Angela M. Leventis, Frank Maddalena, Albert M. II Maddalena, Albert M. Jr. Maddalena, Nina B: Askey, Trevor 216 North 9th Ave Philipsburg, PA 16866 $45,000 T/M: Philipsburg

S: Mwangola, Francis M. Lugano, Patience Chao Mwangola, Patience Chao B: Yakhnin, Alexander V. Yakhnina, Elena B. 2461 Buchenhorst Rd. State College, PA 16801 $172,000 T/M: College

S: Luchnick, Lance Jay Luchnick, Marinella T. B: Jordan, John M. 159 Hemlock Hill Rd. State College, PA 16803 $332,500 T/M: Patton

S: Zettle, Romane A. Estate Zettle James J. Co-Ext Wilson, Annette M. Co-Ext B: Grenoble, Timothy L 165 Spruce Ln Spring Mills, PA 16875 $60,560 T/M: Gregg

S: Leader, Richard W. Leader, Pamela L. Leader, Sarah F. Leader, Stefanie M. B: Chin, Ming-Chin Huang, Wen-Jye 915 Southgate Dr. $145,900 T/M: SC Boro

S: Siu, Pun Tung Siu, Julie Siu, Simon B: Woodward, Brian R Woodward, Cindy N. 719 S. Garner St. $260,000 T/M: SC Boro

S: Auman, Scott J. Auman, Deborah A. B: Mahley, Charles E. Mahley, Jenifer S. 121 Danielle Dr. Bellefonte, PA 16823 $147,500 T/M: Spring

S: Twohill, Catherine E. Laskowski, Mark B: Rajabipour, Farshad Radlinska, Aleksandra 1116 Jonathan St. Lemont, PA 16851 $1.00 T/M: College

S: Breon, Barbara J. B: Miller, Rebecca Handly, Neal 2301 Tadpole Rd. PA Furnace, PA 16865 $497,250 T/M: Fergus

S: Janiec, Anette B: Cheng, Hau Wai 458 E. College Ave. $132,000 T/M: SC Boro

S: Dills, Elma J. Estate Dills, Ronald E. Extr B: Hoffman, Daphne D. 242 Nimitz Ave. State College, PA 16801 $1.00 T/M: SC Boro

S: Waldron, Geraldine Waldron, William P. S=Seller B: Hughes, David P. B=Buyer T/M=Township/ Congiu, Maria Rosalba Municipality 938 Bayberry Dr. S: Kutz, Suzanne E. State College, PA 16801 S: Shaler, Patricia B. Estate B: Pinkerton, Mary S: Schuhmann, Richard J. Ohashi $297,000 S: Binkley, Scott D. Shaler, James L. Per Rep Houser, Colleen R. Pinkerton, David K. Binkley, Tracy Michele T/M: SC Boro Shaler, Louise Per Rep B: Schuhmann, Richard J. 247 Greens Valley Rd. S: Wolfe, R. Eugene Estate B: Laudenslager, Kevin J. B: Mescher, Mark C. Houser, Colleen R. Centre Hall, PA 16828 2123 Muncy Rd. Miller, Donna J. Per S: Bruce M. Jr. & Dorothy DeMorales, Cosuelo M. 525 E. Foster Ave, $560,000 State College, PA 16801 Wolfe, Larry M. Per 705 W. Park Ave. A. Verrier Rev Li State College, PA 16801 T/M: Spring $262,500 B: Miller, Conna J. Bressler, Nikki Marie Tr State College, PA 16801 Miller, Andrew E. T/M: Fergus $1.00 $480,000 Bressler, Kenneth S: United States Marshall 119 Water St. T/M: SC Boro T/M: SC Boro Wallash, Catherine L. $160,000 S: Pinkerton, David K. Norman B: DGTWO T/M: Gregg Pinkerton, Mary Webb, Norma Carol S: S&A Homes Inc. S: Chan, Mon Y 110 Patricia Ln B: Morgart, James A. B: Reinhard, Eric M. B: Bressler, Nikki Marie Chan-Yick, Siu F. $80,600 S: Marypenn Morgart, Jennifer M. Reinhard, Rebecca A. Fultz, Wendy Aileen B: Kwan, Brian W. T/M: Spring 2464 Lexington Circle Management LLP 44 Bridle Path Ct. Meyer, David Kenneth Kwan, Deanna S. State College, PA 16801 Marypenn Port Matilda, PA 16870 S: Speer, Harry J. 749 Galen Dr. Management LP $185,000 Webb, Norma Carol $360,417 B: Reynolds, William H. B: LEDJ LLC T/M: College State College, PA 16803 1311 E. College Ave. T/M: Halfmo 164 Harrison Rd. 172 E. Cherry Ln. $170,000 $1.00 $335,000 $58,000 S: Kelly, Gregory J. T/M: Patton T/M: Spring T/M: Fergus T/M: Spring Kelly, Gregory J. S: Roberts, Dennis L. B: Cunningham, Christine M. Roberts, Maureen A. S: Wolfe, R. Eugene Estate S: Myers, Jerry A. 2460 Chatham Ct. S: Coup, Jeffrey L. B: Interstate Advisors LLC S: Beard, George L. Miller, Donna J. Per Rep State College, PA 16803 B: Wilburn, Joshua Beard, Muriel L. Myers, Carol A. 107 Moshannon Ave. Wolfe, Larry M. Per Rep $1.00 Wilburn, Nalinee B: Myers, Jennifer E. B: Myers, Jerry A. $4,201 B: Miller, Donna J. T/M: Fergus 138 Pine St. 226 Val Verda Dr. Myers, Andrea L. T/M: SS Boro Water St. PA Furnace, PA 16865 Howard, PA 16841 $7,500 500 E. College Ave. S: Alrumah, Muhammad Kh. $139,000 $236,000 S: JHF Hoes LLC T/M: Gregg $1.00 B: Huo, Bigxing T/M: Walker T/M: Fergus B: Bowman, Joseph J. 634C Oakwood Ave. T/M: SC Boro S: Thomas, Robert R. Bowman, Holly A. State College, PA 16803 S: McConahy, Wayne O. S: Pecht, David A. Dudis, Carole M. $182,500 McConahy, Darcy A. Pecht, Katie V. S: Pebble Beach Farms LLC Thomas, Alice B: Egerer. Fred H. T/M: Patton B: Russell, Daniel A. B: Newby, Thomas W. Dudis, Michael R. B: McNeal, A. Dean Russell, Heather B. Egerer, Janet H. 128 Whisper Ridge Dr. 285 Marysville Ln McNeal, Trudy W. Port Matilda, PA 16870 S: Stearns, Dan W. Estate 411 Candlewood Dr. 1073 Ballybunion Rd. $41,074 458 E. College Ave. Stearns, Anna E. Extr. State College, PA 16803 $185,000 State College, PA 16801 T/M: Patton B: Stearns, Anna H. $293,680 T/M: Patton $159,500 $575,000 Houserville Rd. T/M: Patton T/M: SC Boro T/M: College S: Federal Home Loan $1.00 S: BHL Partnership Mortgage Corp S: Robert S Kish Family Trust Steve Hackman Builders T/M:Union S: Phillips, Ronnie Lee III S: Arela, Emilio V. B: Fagerty, Brian D. B: Fragin, Jason D. Kish, Teresa S. Co-Tr Arela, Angelita A. 2216 Zion Rd. Fragin, Kelly B. S: Federal Home Loan Estella, Susanna K. Co-Tr Phillips, Briana L. B: Cheng, Hau Wai B: Hughes, Lance W. Bellefonte, PA 16823 280 Meadowsweet Dr. Mortgage Corp. B: Branigan, Delores H. 2070 Mary Ellen Ln. $85,000 State College, PA 16801 B: US Bank 455 Windmere Dr. Unit 513 Hughes, Tammy J. $120,000 487 Spotts Rd $642,500 State College, PA 16801 Port Matilda Hwy. T/M: Spring T/M: Patton T/M: College $1.00 $340,000 $1.00 T/M: Union T/M: College T/M: Rush

S: Han, Sang Yoon Choi, Jong Young B: Balderrama, Armando Caston-Balderrama, Anne L. 981 Teaberry Ln. State College, PA 16803 $440,000 T/M: Fergus S: Weber, Donna M. B: Weber Irrevocable Grantor Trust Breon, Michele D. Tr 109 W. Main St. Rebersburg, PA 16872 $1.00 T/M: Miles

S: Conway, Tammy M. B: Jones, Elaine M. 570 Maurer Ln. Julian, PA 16844 $210,000 T/M: Huston S: Grove Park Associates Inc. B: Steve Martin & Son Inc 193 Aster Ave. $68,000 T/M: Benner S: Deighton, Nigel B: Hoffman, Jonathan C. Hoffman, Emily T. 1310 Laura Ln. Bellefonte, PA 16823 $286,000 T/M: Bellefonte

S: Hunt, Jacqueline C. Hunt, Robert W. B: Mosch, Breanna M. 900 North Atherton St. State College, PA 16803 $160,000 S: Mainela-Arnold, Elina T/M: SC Boro Arnold, Philip A. B: Little, Jason S: Guenot, Edward Nardone, Deborah J. B: Dionisio, Joseph D. 120 Nea Yu Ka St. Dionisio, Lois A. Port Matilda, PA 16870 2150 W. Gatesburg Rd. $325,000 $1.00 T/M: Halfmo T/M: Fregus S: Hoiser, Frank T. S: Marzell, Miesha Tiombe Hoiser Stephani L. B: Chen, Gong B: Huff, Jason E. Xu, Jie 1002 E. High St. 739 Oakwood Ave. Bellefonte, PA 16823 $180,000 $174,500 T/M: Patton T/M: Bellefonte

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Take advantage of T-shirt Tour Weekends at the Pennsylvania Military Museum. Wear an Armed Services themed t-shirt any weekend in August and receive a guided tour at 1 p.m. for just $4.

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is sharing her Karen Serago Local photograp Betsy community in the her work with the ntre Region Ce llery at Schlow Rodgers Allen Ga otographs ph ’s go June 27. Sera Library through i during ipe Ta in r years living are drawn from he . The images ll as annual visits the 1990s, as we n and me of “exploratio expand on her the to a foreign n tio ec nn co rsonal cultivation of a pe free and open ty.” This event is culture and socie to the public.

Free Counseling for Financially Distressed or Foreclosed Homeowner s

Community Action offe rs Housing and Financial Education Programs in Bellefonte. As a me mber of the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency’s (PHFA) Comprehensive Housing Counseling Initiative, CP CA has two cer tified housing counse lors: Tia Lansberry and Kelly Mc Murtrie. Both have attended trainings thro ugh NeighborWorks America, a non-profit organization aimed at creating opportunities for people to live in affordable homes, improve their lives and strengthen the ir communities. They know about credit counseling, homeownership counse ling, and foreclosure interventio n. These counselors can also assist delinquen t homeowners in completing Homeow ner Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program (HEMAP) applications. This progra m is available to homeowners who hav e received their “Act 91 Notice” for home fore closure. Contact Kelly McMurtrie in Bellef onte or Tia Lansberry in Clearfield at (800) 822-2610.

Models Needed for Fashion Show

Bellefonte Victorian Christmas would like to host a Fashion Show at the Bellefonte Arts & Crafts Fair, Saturday, August 20. If you would be willing to be a volunteer model for the Fashion Show please call (814) 355-2917. They are seeking male and female models of all ages. Deadline to volunteer is August 8.

A new exhibit, The Ch uck Hall Studio Show, is at the BHCA Galler y at the Gamble Mill through September 16. Works by local artists created in paintin g and drawing classes held in Chuck Hall’s Coburn studio, and from works done previousl y at his Pike Art Workshop in Philip sburg, will be presented. The Ga ller y is at the Gamble Mill Tavern, 160 Dunlap Street, Bellefonte. Ex hibit hours: Monday to Saturday 11: 30 a.m. to 10 p.m., closed from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Call (814) 383 -0039. Thi s exhibit is suppor ted by the PA Council on the Arts and by the Borough of Bellefonte.

ict Religion & Confl ry Exhibit at Milita Museum

Historical and The Pennsylvania ission’s display Museum Comm er is Religion & through Novemb a ct of religion upon Conflict, the impa n er nc ecial exhibits co world at war. Sp n lai of U.S. chap the organization ols, d mystical symb an s iou corps, relig gh ou thr warfare rationalization of d faith through an fs, lie be s religiou um centuries. Muse the 19th and 20th the w vie to d ire admission is requ um is across Rte. se mu e Th it. hib ex Boalsburg. 322 from historic

Parent Names: Kristin and Joseph Scipione Residence: Port Matilda, PA Babys Name: Dominic Xavier Scipione Birth Date: June 15, 2011 Birth Weight: 7 lb Birth Place: Mt. Nittany Hospital Sibling: Vincent Apollo Scipione, 22 months Paternal Grandparents: John and Cheryl Scipione of State College, PA Great-Grandparent: June Gettig of Howard, PA Maternal Grandparents: Al and Gwen Carusone of Howard, PA

Death Notices and Obituaries Bellefonte Master Sergeant Thomas Hunter Wilkins passed away at the Veterans Hospital, Temple Texas on June 25, 2011. Viewing and funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family. Burial will take place in Zion Union Cemetery, in Walker Township, with full military honors. Arrangements under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service Inc., Bellefonte. Online condolences may be made at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com James E. Ripka, Sr. born March 14, 1940 passed away June 25, 2011. Arrangements are under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service Inc., Bellefonte. Online condolences may be made at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com

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