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By Amy Schirf, Centre County Solid Recycling & Refuse Authority

Recycling Tip from CCSWA The Centre County Recycling & Refuse Authority will be holding our annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event this spring where we will collect items such as insecticides, weed killers, pool chemicals, cleaners, poisons, corrosives, oil based paints, CFL bulbs, and more – from households only.

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Now that “The Holidays” no longer dominate Gazette news, January can be a time to spotlight what’s unique about Centre County (i.e.: individual accomplishments, local history, family resources, success stories, exceptional children, and new pastimes). You’ll find these items of interest and importance in this issue.

Sam shares knowledge he learned about local Amish history and customs while attending a last week’s dinner hosted by the Penns Valley Historical Museum. If you’re interested in your own family history, you’ll want to read Karen Dabney’s next installment in her genealogy series, explaining local Family History Center resources.

Cindy Way, a PSU Master Gardener, introduces you to one of the first flowers of spring, the League of Women Voters Environment Committee invites you to a green seminar this Sunday, January 22 in State College, and in her Fresh Life column, Amy instructs how to create a freshwater aquarium There is more of what I call “shining stars” in this issue. Class of ’82 Bellefonte High grad, Karen Kramer, spent the past 27 years in the USAF, earning two degrees, and raising to the rank of Major. She spoke at her mom’s DAR luncheon recently, received rave reviews and high praise for her service.

Zachary Schiffer, State High senior, was named a finalist in the Intel® Science Talent Search®, the nation’s most prestigious science research competition for high school seniors. It’s not his first science honor. Zack’s on the fast track to Princeton, ground-breaking research, and, who knows, a Nobel Prize? Brian tracked down David Burkhard, general manager and sommelier at The Gamble Mill, chronicling a Hometown Success Story about the 31year-old Centre County native that’s only in its first few chapters.

Inside are more opportunities to brighten a gray January. Schlow Centre Region Library and the State College YMCA kick off Centre County Reads this Sunday, January 22 with Indoor Sports Day and free copies of The Book Thief. There are a few more classes starting up this week at the Art Alliance, a singles dance to be held Saturday, January 21 in Lemont, and a Penns Valley school production of Romeo, You Idiot this weekend.

Does it make the world go ’round or is it the root of all evil? Beats me, but money does make our households run more smoothly. Check out the Your Money feature in this issue, including tax-saving tips, managing your credit rating, and calculating what your time is worth – and how to “spend” it. Fortunately, the author concludes that sometimes, “The best use of your time might be to do exactly nothing.”

Dear Centre County Gazette, I think it would be nice to see something in the Gazette about all of the Centre County residents that showed livestock at the 2012 PA Farm Show. A lot of people put in a huge amount of time, money, and effort to represent Centre County at the Farm Show.

I have attached a link to the 2012 show results for Centre County residents. http://www.farmshow. state.pa.us/Results_Counties.aspx?Y=2012&County =14&CountyName=CENTRE Thank you for your time, Frank Scott ED: Thank you, Frank, for your contribution. We agree that the Farm Show is of interest to many of our readers. The Gazette has a number of Tim Weight’s photos taken at the Farm Show, which can be viewed on our Facebook page.

What Your Neighbors are Saying Thanks to reporter and photographer, Amy Debach Confer, of The Centre County Gazette, for the nice photos and article about this year's Annual Festival of Trees (and for the nice shout about our Central Pa Nittany Shop With Heart vendor collective) ... We also enjoyed meeting Amy's beautiful newborn daughter!

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Centre County Schools Bald Eagle Area receives FFA Charter

By Rose Hoover

It's official! Bald Eagle Area’s newly-formed FFA group, led by Agriculture Science instructor, Jade Thompson, traveled to Harrisburg on January 9 to receive their official charter at the 83rd Pennsylvania FFA Mid-Winter Convention, which was held at the Pennsylvania Farm Show. This new educational opportunity is one of the components of the Agri-Science Technology Program, which was initiated at Bald Eagle Area at the beginning of this school year.

At the December 2011 Board of Education meeting, Mrs. Tawna Smith presented the group with a $220 donation from the Centre County Pomona Grange and a $200 donation from the Port Matilda Grange, No. 1284. The money will be used to help purchase the well-known FFA blue jackets for the Bald Eagle Chapter.

High School Students Invited to Enter Distracted Driving PSA Contest HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania high school students are invited to enter a PennDOT contest aimed at discouraging distracted driving. Students can submit a 30-second radio public service announcement (PSA), and the winning announcement will be professionally produced and sent to the student’s local media market.

“We hope students will use this contest as an opportunity to learn about the very real dangers of distracted driving and never take safety for granted,” said PennDOT Secretary Barry J. Schoch. “Developing and recording these PSAs is a great way for students to share this important message with their peers and even their parents.”

Distracted driving poses a serious safety risk to drivers of all ages, and particularly to relatively inexperienced drivers. According to PennDOT, in 2010 there were 14,294 crashes statewide involving drivers who were distracted or were using a hand-held cell phone. Approximately 37 percent of those crashes involved a driver who was 16 to 25 years old.

To enter the contest, high school sophomores, juniors and seniors should submit recorded scripts in MP3 or MP4 format. Students may also submit written scripts.

One finalist will be chosen from each of PennDOT’s 11 engineering districts.

The winning students will be invited to travel to Harrisburg to have the PSA professionally recorded and distributed to their local radio stations. Winning students from each PennDOT district will receive certificates and recorded copies of their PSAs. Entries may be submitted by email to RA-penndotpress@pa.gov. Students can also submit entries by mail to: PennDOT Press Office, c/o Erin Waters, 8th Floor-Keystone Building, 400 North St., Harrisburg, PA, 17120. Entries must be received or postmarked by March 23. Visit www.DriveSafePA.org for full contest rules.

A few of 21 charter members of the Bald Eagle FFA are pictured at the Pennsylvania Farm Show – (L to R) FFA President Cortney Matthiesen, Secretary Samantha Rougeux, Advisor Jade Thompson, Treasurer Cole Mann, and FFA members Lorilyn Weaver and Karen Warner.

National Catholic Schools Week at St. John

By Kristina Tice, Principal

Public Invited to Chinese New Year & Languages Celebration STATE COLLEGE – Experience the wonders of our international world when the students at Young Scholars of Central PA Charter School celebrate Chinese New Year and International Mother Languages Day on January 27 from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. at the school, 1530 Westerly Parkway, State College.

Students will perform Chinese dance and wear costumes from around the world. Many Chinese foods will be available. The lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. The public is invited and the program is free, however pre-registration is needed by contacting the school (814) 237-9727 or info@yscp.org. More information is available at www.YSCP.org.

South Hills Schools to Hold Open House & Career Day Those thinking about a new career path are invited to attend a special “Career Day and Open House” at South Hills School of Business & Technology from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, February 8 at any of the four school locations: State College, Philipsburg, Altoona, and Lewistown.

Guests will be given an opportunity to meet instructors, explore numerous career options, and talk with current South Hills’ students by sitting-in on classes. Information on financial aid will be available and lunch will be served.

To attend, please register online at www.southhills.edu or call 888-282-7427.

BELLEFONTE – An opportunity to "Explore Catholic Schools" and a community service day are just two of the events that will highlight this year’s observance of National Catholic Schools Week at St. John the Evangelist Catholic School. The events are part of the nationwide celebration of Catholic education during the week of January 29 to February 3. This year’s theme is “Catholic Schools: Faith. Academics. Service.” The theme expresses Catholic schools’ focus on learning about faith, striving for high academic standards, and serving the community.

St. John Catholic School invites prospective students, their families, and anyone "Explore Catholic Schools" on Sunday, January 29 after the 10:15 a.m.

Mass. Each class has chosen one U.S. state to study. You are invited for a crosscountry tour of their hard work and to discover how faith, academics, and service can play an integral role in education at St. John.

On Monday, January 30, students will spread the spirit of St. John Catholic School by spending the day working on service projects throughout the community. Giving back to the community that gives so much to them is a large part of what we instill in our students.

Catholic Schools Week is a joint project of the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. St. John Catholic School serves three- and four-year-olds with pre-Kindergarten, and Kindergarten through fifth grade students. Registration for the 2012-2013 school year will open at 8 a.m. Monday, January 30.

For more information, or to schedule a tour, call (814) 355-7859 or visit www.saintjohnsch.com.

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Centre County Schools Penns Valley Teachers Achieve National Board Certification

State High Student is Semifinalist in Intel Science Talent Search

By Sam Stitzer

STATE COLLEGE – Zachary Schiffer, State High Senior, has been named a finalist in the Intel® Science Talent Search® (Intel STS), a program of Society for Science & the Public (SSP), the nation’s most prestigious science research competition for high school seniors.

The Intel Science Talent Search invites the nation’s best and brightest young scientific minds to compete for $1.25 million in awards. Each semifinalist receives a $1,000 award from the Intel Foundation with an additional $1,000 to the school.

Since the summer of his sophomore year, Zachary has put in hundreds of hours working with Dr. Barbara Garrison, PSU Department of Chemistry, to simulate argon atoms hitting a benzene crystal. The resulting research paper: “Molecular dynamics simulations elucidate the synergy of C60 and low energy AR co-bombardment for molecular depth profiling” was submitted to the Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters and lists Zachary as first author (September 2011).

Zachary also presented his scientific research at the 10th Annual Mercury Conference on Undergraduate Computation Chemistry at Bucknell University in July 2011.

This research was also the basis of his application in the Siemens Competition as well as the Intel Science Talent Search. In October Zachary also was selected as one of five individuals in our region for the Siemans Competition and one of 30 individuals nationally to compete at MIT in November for a Siemans finalist spot.

Zachary did not win the Siemans competition, but felt the experience to be very rewarding and gave him an opportunity to share his research. He’s awaiting news from Intel about the finalist selection. Zachary has been accepted to Princeton University for the fall of 2012.

The Intel STS recognizes 300 students and their schools as semifinalists each year – 1,839 applicants in 2012 – to compete for $1.25 million in awards. From that select pool, 40 finalists are invited to Washington, D.C. in March for final judging and to compete for the top award of $100,000.

Alumni of STS have made extraordinary contributions to science and hold more than 100 of the world's most coveted science and math honors, including seven Nobel Prizes and four National Medals of Science.

SSP receives generous support from the Intel Corporation and the Intel Foundation to present the program and awards for the Intel STS.

Penns Valley Area School District is proud to announce that three teachers have achieved National Board Certification. There are currently only 1,037 National Board Certified Teachers in Pennsylvania’s 500 school districts, representing less than 0.7 percent of Pennsylvania’s more than 150,000 educators. In December, 2011, Penns Valley Area School District had three of their teachers achieve National Board Certification, joining the only other National Board Certified teacher in the district, Ms. Heather Michael, and bringing Penns Valley’s percentage of National Board Certified teachers to almost 4 percent – five times higher than the Pennsylvania percentage.

While the Department of Education sets basic teaching certifications requirements, National Board Certification is a voluntary, rigorous, and multi-year assessment program which requires teachers to demonstrate advanced teaching knowledge, skills, and practices. As part of the process, the teachers must build a portfolio that includes student work samples, assignments, videotapes and a self-reflective analysis of their classroom teaching. Additionally, teachers must pass an assessment on their knowledge of the subjects they teach.

The process is so rigorous that the first-year achievement rate is only about 40 percent, while only about 65 percent of candidates ever reach National Board Certification. According to the National Research Council, the process of national Board Certification has a positive impact on student achievement, teacher retention, and professional development.

In addition to the three educators highlighted below, Penns Valley area has five other educators in the National Board Certification process. The entire Penns Valley community is extremely proud of these fine educators for their accomplishments and their dedication to their students and their profession.

Congratulations to Mrs. Kristen Albright, an Elementary Librarian who has been teaching for 16 years. Mrs. Albright received her National Board certification in Library Media - Early Childhood through Young Adulthood. Additionally, Mrs. Albright is planning to take a class which will allow her to help other educators work through the National Board Certification process.

Congratulations to Mrs. Jill Geesey, a Language Arts teacher with 25 years of teaching experience, who received National Board Certification in the area of English Language Arts - Adolescence and Young Adulthood.

Congratulations to Ms. Jacquelyn Wagner, a biology teacher with 26 years of teaching experience. Ms. Wagner received her National Board certification in the area of Science - Adolescence and Young Adulthood. The Penns Valley School District and its citizens all take great pride in these teachers’ accomplishments.

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National Board Certified teachers from Penns Valley are (L to R): Mrs. Jill Geesey, Mrs. Kristen Albright, and Ms. Jacquelyn Wagner

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What Your Neighbors are Saying Thank you, Sandie!

I appreciate your work and the fact that you showcase the good work of others in our community. By the way, I LOVED all of the splashes of color in the last issue! The vibrant pictures injected a feeling of spring into a rather wet and dreary week!

Laurel Sanders

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Learning about The Plain People Article & photos by Sam Stitzer

SPRING MILLS – The Penns Valley Historical Museum held a dinner meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 11, at the New Hope Lutheran Church on Route 45, west of Spring Mills. After a welcome

by Penns Valley historian Vonnie Henninger and the saying of grace by museum board member Wesley Miller, the group of about 75 people enjoyed a delicious meal prepared and served by members of the New Hope Lutheran Church (This church knows how to cook!).

Following the meal, local historian Vonnie Henninger presented an interesting and informative talk and slide show titled Amish – The Plain People. Vonnie and her husband, John live in Rebersburg, and are well acquainted with many Amish residents of the area. Vonnie has obtained much information from them regarding their group’s history, beliefs, and lifestyle. There are many Amish sects with dierent beliefs.

The Amish were originally Mennonites when two of their bishops, John Reist and Jacob Ammon, had a major disagreement, causing a split in the church.

Followers of the more conservative Ammon became known as Amish. The ďŹ rst Amish arrived in America in 1714, settling near Reading, and by 1800, there were Amish in Centre County, in Halfmoon Township near Stormstown. In 1950 there were Amish in Woodward and Spring Mills. A settlement was established in Rebersburg in 1967.

Brush Valley, Nittany Valley, and Sugar Valley each have about 150 Amish families, and Penns Valley has more than 60 families. There are two church districts in Brush Valley, each with its own bishop and preacher, and one to three schools per district.

There are 300 children registered in the Penns Valley School District.

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The Amish wear plain clothes: the women’s dresses are long, and have snaps, or use straight pins.

Men's hats have a 3 1/4" brims. They wear solid colored shirts with no pockets, black shoes, and pants with suspenders. They wear their hair in bangs, and grow beards after marriage. White shirts are worn for church. There are regional variations of clothing permitted, depending on their bishops. Ministers wear hats with a four-inch brim and their wives wear the old style high-top shoes. The Amish women make all their families’ clothes.

The Amish are buried in white clothing. Mourning periods (when they wear black) vary by relationship: one year for spouse, parent, sibling, or child, a half year for a grandparent or grandchild, three months for an uncle, aunt, niece, or nephew, and six weeks for a ďŹ rst cousin.

In the Amish life, "worldly" things are not acceptable. These items include most entertainment, festivals, dancing, TV, cars, and electricity in homes.

They are told to avoid profanity, vulgarity, boasting, gossip, smoking, drinking, carousing, and lust of the esh. They are to engage in gentle, polite conversation. The Amish strictly adhere to their church rules.

Members can be shunned for oensive behavior.

When shunned, they may receive no communion, and other members are forbidden to eat, visit, or do business with them. They must confess to their congregation and receive forgiveness to end the shunning.

There are eight Amish schoolhouses in Brush Val-

Vonnie Henninger presented an interesting and informative talk on the Amish.

ley. The students learn both German and English.

Some of their teachers are girls as young as 16 years old. Vonnie told of a Christmas program in an Amish school. The children sang carols with no harmony. On Christmas, the Amish exchange simple, useful gifts, mainly small items.

Amish youth (age 18 to 21) are allowed to experience the non-Amish (called English) life before joining the church. They are permitted to smoke, drink, own a car, go to movies, and dress in English clothes. About 80 percent of the youth join the Amish church, but this percentage is slowly decreasing.

Our local Amish drive black buggies, with the open-top models reserved for courting. They can hire cars, vans, or busses for long trips, but never on Sundays. They may not y in any aircraft.

Amish weddings are held mostly in March or November (after most crops are planted or harvested), usually on Tuesdays or Thursdays. Weddings are held in the bride's home, and often have 200 to 400 guests! The four-hour ceremonies begin at 8:30 a.m.

There are no kisses, rings, photos, or owers. The couple travels for several months to relatives to receive gifts. They set up their own home four to six months after their wedding.

The Amish follow a strong work ethic, where everyone has a job to do. They are mostly farmers, and some have small businesses at their homes. Having a business with more than six or so employees is considered to be too worldly for the Amish.

Church services are held in Amish homes, rotating from one to another. The services include singing, but with no musical instruments, and they last three hours. Men and women have separate seating. A meal is served after the church service. The Amish have national and local newspapers, which list things like church service locations, items for sale, people in hospitals, etc. The Amish will vote in local elections only, but not in national elections.

They pay the same local and income taxes as everyone else, plus they pay for their own schools.

The Amish don't go to war, but will perform alternative service. Helping after Hurricane Katrina was one notable example. Vonnie said that the Amish have purchased and cleaned up many old farms in Brush Valley, and credits then for beautifying the area. We’ve all seen the Amish in our area, but knew little about them. We thank Vonnie Henninger for shedding some light on these plain folks living simple lives in an overcomplicated world. Perhaps we can all learn something from their example.

PA PA PAW AW WS W S Purr Pu rr-so sonal Cat duo that loves the Lloyd Alexander quote, “Two cats can live as cheaply as one, and their owner has twice the fun,â€? seek quiet home with cat-savvy parents. Kit (on the right) and Leo have come a long way since being rescued from a feral cat colony and spending their ďŹ rst months at PAWS extremely shy and frightened.

Kit now looks forward to visitors, while food is the key to winning Leo’s heart. Neither cat is shy about attacking the red laser dot that has become a playtime favorite! You can read more about this pair that must be adopted together at http://www.centrecountypaws.org/cats/ or visit them at PAWS, 1401 Trout Rd., State College.

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One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish

By Amy Debach Confer

During the winter it can be difficult to enjoy an outdoor pond for fish viewing and more than likely, any hand-dug pond for Koi fish has frozen over. One could travel to an indoor aquarium to view native, fresh, or saltwater fish species but, the weather may hinder plans. If you’re a fish enthusiast, want to create an interesting highlight to a room, or would like to introduce your children to the responsibilities of being a pet owner, the perfect solution may be starting a freshwater fish aquarium.

There are several varieties of fresh water fish to choose from. My personal aquarium has housed everything from the common Goldfish, Platy, and Tetra to the Black Molly, Zebra Danio, and Blue Gourami – for which I had an arranged burial. Cross and all.

Currently, and for the last four years, I have had the same two hearty Goldfish.

When purchased, one was gold and fat with a fantail and the other was black and fat with a fantail and googly eyes protruding from the side of his head. Over time, this sleek black fish turned progressively orange until he became a bright shade of gold orange. This color morphing can be attributed to the orange-colored goldfish flakes he has been fed over the years.

There are several other species of fish that might suit you fancy or personality.

The Clown Loach, for instance, is a small, fast, and active schooling fish who may be good for those who like to observe action in their tanks. The Angelfish is a peaceful fish that becomes nervous seeing activity around it. Consideration must also be taken for what fish can live peacefully together and what ones may create chaos in the aquarium.

The Beta fish, also known as the Siamese Fighting fish has become a favorite because of their beautiful fanning tails, the rich colors the males boast, and also because they can be kept in a small bowl by themselves without much care.

I brought home a lovely red and bold blue Beta for my children and they created a fun addition to their bedrooms and responsibilities, until, after several months, I found them floating in their bowl. Of which the next appropriate course of action was to bid them farewell down the toilet. Female Betas can be kept peacefully together but male Betas need at least one gallon of water to themselves or they will attack other males Betas by tearing their fins. They will also harass females, so keeping them together should only be for a short time to spawn.

Creating an appropriate habitat for freshwater fish is also great fun. One can create a tank with amenities such as live plants and bright-colored rocks to treasure chests, rock formations, and licensed products like a Sponge Bob figurine.

My tank includes a rock, marbles, and a blue coffee cup dropped on its side.

Although not all fish have been tested, the common Goldfish is able to see color.

This may be why brightly colored aquarium products such as hot pink gravel are on the market. It’s nice to introduce live plants to an aquarium because they provide extra oxygen to the tank, help keep it clean, and can be a supplemental food source for some fish.

It’s important to have an appropriate-sized tank for the size and amount of fish that will inhabit it. A good rule of thumb is one inch of fish per gallon of water. It is also imperative to have the proper set up for a healthy tank. A large freshwater tank set-up should have a filtration system, an aerator (stone or foam), heater, lighting, thermometer, net, and products for keeping it algae-free and safe from tap water. There are also a variety of products that are appropriate for the health of fish.

I once introduced new fish into my established aquarium and my entire colony died. Be sure to check for white spots called Ich before bringing your fish home and if any changes arise in the tank (green algae or cloudy water), do a 30 to 40 percent water change.

It is not necessary to do a full water change in the aquarium. This will interrupt the natural habitat and good bacteria from the nitrogen cycle that has been established.

There are so many wonderful aspects of having a freshwater aquarium (saltwater tanks can host much brighter fish but, are much more work to care for).

From choosing the right fish for your personality to creating a soothing focal point in a room, an aquarium will bring pleasure to children and adults alike. It is important though, to research your choice of species, products, and set up first. Consult a pet store or professional and you’ll be sure to have a beautiful aquarium!

Visit www.fishchannel.com – a great Web site for novice or avid aquarium owners.

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 email at amosd14@yahoo.com or through her Web site at www.amyruthphotography.com.

Fish of a Different Color

By Cory Fox

Big fish and small fish Swimming here in this pond Fast fish and slow fish And now one is gone

To be the small fish I'm sure none would bother But oh, don't you wish You could make the pond smaller?

Poor, foolish fishes Just make a few stronger And watch how these fishes Devour each other

I've found my own niche To live my life fuller For I am a fish Of a different color

Public Forum: How Green is Happy Valley?

Saving the Planet Begins at Home STATE COLLEGE – Grow your own food plants in a community garden. Encourage the establishment of native plants and wildlife in your yard. Save money and the environment by using energy-efficient materials in your home. These are some of the topics that will be discussed in a panel discussion and exhibition, titled “How Green is Happy Valley?

Saving the Planet Begins at Home,” to be held Sunday, January 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the College Township Municipal Building, 1481 E. College Avenue in State College.

The event, sponsored by the Centre County League of Women Voters Environment Committee, is free and open to the public.

The four-person discussion panel will be: ◆ Eric Sauder of the New Leaf Initiative, the State College-based organization that provides individuals

and organizations with immersive experiences to enhance their understanding and application of sustainability; “We build on foundations we did not lay. We warm ourselves by fires we did not light. We sit in the shade of trees we did not plant. We learn from persons we did not know. We are ever bound in community.”

Rev. Peter S. Raible ◆ Doug Ford of Master Gardeners of Centre County, a group of trained volunteers that helps the community develop expertise in consumer horticulture and environmental stewardship; ◆ Jeremy Bean, of Penn State’s Campus Sustainability Office;

◆ Warren Leitzel of the Penns Valley Learning Garden, an effort to educate the community on the origins of our food.

The four panelists will discuss issues related to community gardening, natural landscaping, energy conservation, and alternative forms of energy. A question-and-answer session with the audience will follow the panel discussion.

In addition, guests are invited to browse the exhibits presented by local organizations on topics related to the panel discussion. Exhibits will be available for viewing from 1:45 to 4:30 p.m. Guests are invited to attend a follow-on event, titled “Green Homes and Garden Tour,” scheduled for June 24.

For more information, contact Susan Buda srl144@hotmail.com or (814) 238-8012.

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The earliest flower to bloom in my grandmother’s hillside garden was the Hellebore x hybridus. She, however, unfamiliar with “those fancy names,” called it an “Irish rose.” As soon as the days lengthened and warmed ever so slightly, we would go scratching around in the remnants of last years’ garden for these small, unremarkable dingy green blossoms. Despite their humble appearance, it was a cause for celebration. Even the forsythia bloom was many weeks away, yet here was hope and evidence that the long winter was finally coming to an end.

For many years, the hellebores’ early bloom was its main attraction and most distinguishing feature.

But no more!

In the last 20 years, hellebore breeders have managed to transform the genus to offer strikingly beautiful flowers in every color and form imaginable. Oriental hybrids are now available in all shades of yellow, apricot, plum, lime, pink, and red, as well as pure white and slate black. The single or double flowers may be frilled, freckled, ruffled or blotched. Newer varieties offer upturned flower heads as opposed to the normal pendulous blooms.

Helebores have other selling points. The plants are nearly maintenance free and easy to grow provided they get enough food and drink. They especially enjoy a side dressing of well-rotted manure in the spring, but any good general fertilizer will suffice. They perform best in humus-rich soil in part-shade or dappled sunlight as in an underplanting, and must never have “wet feet.” A soggy site, particularly in the winter, will cause the plants to rot. An added bonus: They contain alkaloid toxins which make them deer resistant!

Hardy hellebores will expand into large clumps that can be divided in September. They also will reseed freely if the soil beneath the plants is left undisturbed. They can tolerate temperatures of 30 degrees below zero and are ready to bloom as soon as the weather warms to a bit above freezing.

Normally in central PA the hellebores bloom in mid to late March. This year with the mild temperatures for so many months, my Christmas Rose bloomed January 8. Unfortunately, the recent arrival of colder weather may damage some of the buds of later-blooming varieties. A wonderful way to enjoy these early bloomers indoors is to float the blossoms in a pretty glass bowl.

Because hellebores finish flowering before most folks visit garden centers, they are usually only available from specialty perennial garden centers and via mail order. They tend to be on the pricey side because it takes three years to get them from seedling to blooming plant. A one-gallon size plant is upwards of $20.

Since they do not always “grow true” from seed, they are often sold as a mix which allows for a variety of blossom colors and types. They must be purchased in bloom to see what you are getting!

One of the best sources and most beautiful Web sites featuring hellebores is Sunshine Farm and Gardens (www.sunfarm.com/). You can purchase two-yearold plants for as little as $3 each depending on the quantity you order.

The best local nursery that carries a variety of hellebores is Country Farm and Home on Route 45 just past Mifflinburg.

David Burkhard, General Manager and Sommelier The Gamble Mill Restaurant & Microbrewery

By Brian E. Bassett

David Burkhard was born in Centre County 31 years ago at Centre Community Hospital, now known as the Mount Nittany Medical Center. He makes his home in Penn Hills near the Nittany Mall.

Burkhard started out in the restaurant business at the young age of 16 at the former Shoney’s Restaurant on South Atherton Street near University Drive. He began as a server at The Ramada Inn restaurant in 2001, became lead server in two years and held that position for another two years. His next stop, in 2005, was Zola restaurant where after two years he was elevated to operations manager.

David then accepted the general-manager position at The Mount Hill Tavern in Harrisburg and relocated to the Harrisburg area for approximately a year and a half.

Alto restaurant and bar offered David their general-manager slot and he accepted; pleased to return to the State College area to be near friends and family again. After a six-month period of remodeling, the owner decided to move him to general manager at The Gamble Mill with the express purpose of “moving things forward,” especially with the “beer-side of things.” Mike Smith also moved back to the area to work at Gamble Mill’s microbrewery, and signed on as their brewmaster.

Burkhard received professional schooling to become a sommelier, and is certified by the Sommelier Society of America, headquartered in Manhattan. A sommelier is familiar with all types of grapes, their sources, regions, soil and growing conditions – the things that directly and indirectly control their differences – and has as a solid understanding of the arts of wine-making and tasting.

The Gamble Mill offers fine cuisine in dining rooms sculpted from the rooms of the old grist mill – a unique atmosphere, and an extensive wine list “rotating by the wine list,” which ensures that there is always something new to try. David does his best to have unique grapes on-hand that customers may try by the glass without having to purchase an entire bottle. Those who wish may also purchase their preferred wine on-site, by the bottle.

Immediate plans for the future include expansion of the beer line. The microbrewery is already adding and filling kegs above and beyond what is sold inhouse. “More kegs to fill the increasing demand from the 10 to 15 local bars and pubs that already want to support our brewery,” explained Burkhard.

“I’d like to thank everybody in Centre County and the surrounding area who comes out to support Gamble Mill’s new venture with its on-site brewery,” Burkhard concluded. “Come out and try a pint while enjoying our unique tavern. It’s comfy and cozy – even the building, viewed from the outside, is a nice, appealing structure.”

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The Book Thief

by Markus Zusak is not a happy book.

But then, what would you expect from a book that takes place in Nazi Germany and is narrated by Death.

Twelve-year-old Liesel Meminger and her six-year-old brother were being taken to the small town of Molching, near Munich to foster parents by their mother, during the trip, the little boy dies. At the quick burial along the way, Liesel finds a book dropped in the snow by one of the gravediggers. Putting it in her jacket, she has stolen her first book. This becomes her only touch with her dead brother.

Liesel is delivered to her foster parents, Hans and Rosa Hubermann. Hans is a quiet man who makes a meager living painting homes of the wealthier residents of the town. Rosa does laundry for those who can still afford it.

Hans teaches Liesel to read from the book that she had stolen, The Grave Digger’s Handbook. The book has come to stand for the last time she saw her brother and mother. Her next stolen book is taken from the large bonfire that the Nazis used to burn the dangerous books owned by the Jews of the community.

Liesel uses stealing books as a type of comfort as life get more precarious in the small town. Her reading becomes important to her neighbors as she reads to them in the basements used as bomb shelters during air attacks.

The neighbors themselves become an impor-

tant part of the story. Liesel’s friend Ruby is obsessed with the image of Jesse Owens. So much so that he paints himself black and trains as a runner. The woman who lives next door hates Rosa Hubermann and never passes by without spitting on the Hubermann’s door. By the time her son is killed in Russia, we know her well enough to cry with her.

We have to mention the important Jew hiding in the Hubermann’s basement. To tell you too much about him would ruin the story for you.

All of the characters are so well defined that we could be living on Himmel Street and watch its demise with them. The plot of The Book Thief is what would be expected, a young girl during the Nazi uprising in Germany. If you are thinking, ‘Another story of the human ability to overcome adversities,’ you could be right, except in this book, we learn how tired Death gets picking up souls too soon and too often. We also learn how important words can be – from Hitler’s use of words to stir up a nation to words saving a young girl’s life on Himmel Street.

I have to admit that I finished this book with tears running down my cheeks. It is brilliantly written. Using Death as the narrator keeps it from getting overly sentimental, in fact Death may have a bit of a sense of humor. I highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates a wellwritten book about the human condition.

The Book Thief is the selection for the Centre County Reads Kickoff Sunday at the State College YMCA. There will be free copies while supplies last.

JANUARY 20, 2012

Sunday is Indoor Sports Day Kickoff for Centre County Reads The 2012 Centre County Reads kickoff is Sunday, an action-packed afternoon of family fun inspired by the selection, The Book Thief. Sponsored by Schlow Centre Region Library and the State College YMCA, Outdoor Sports Day includes free activities for all ages.

Families are invited on Sunday, January 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the State College YMCA on Whitehall Road. Enjoy rockwall climbing, scooter racing, fullbody gaming with Xbox Kinect, giant dominoes, soccer obstacle course, and more.

Bring your camera. There will be special appearances by Ike the Spike and the Nittany Lion.

Get your free copy of The Book Thief while supplies last.

For information, call (814) 235-7816 or visit centrecountyreads.org.

BOLO: Counterfeit $20s The State College Police are warning businesses and residents about a circulation of counterfeit $20 bills that have passed at several local businesses since January 15. The bills have the serial number IF93643175C. Anyone who has received any of these counterfeit bills or have any information regarding individuals who may be passing these bills are encouraged to contact the State College Police (814) 234-7150 or may make an anonymous tip at the State College Web site, www.statecollegepa.us.

Biomass Boiler Open House Friday, January 27 SPRING MILLS – In late 2009, the Penns Valley School District embarked on a project to install a biomass boiler to provide heat for both the High School and Elementary & Intermediate School, and a maintenance building, all located along state Route 45. A biomass furnace burns fuels such as wood chips, wood pellets, switch grasses, and other relatively inexpensive, non-petroleum fuels with very high efficiency, virtually no smoke, and nearly 88 percent less atmospheric pollution compared to conventional oil-fired units.

Bank of pumps circulates heated water to school buildings and back.

In September, 2010, ground was broken for a dedicated building to house the biomass furnace and boiler. Installation of the boiler was completed last fall, and on December 12, 2011, the new boiler was fired up, and is now running on wood-chip fuel, providing heat to 250,000-square-feet of the Penns Valley High School and the Penns Valley Elementary & Intermediate School buildings.

On January 27, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., an open house will be held for the public at the biomass boiler building. School district officials will be on hand to give tours of the facility and answer any questions the public might have.

The boiler project cost $3.3 million, and was funded by $1,657,915 in government grants, and $1.64 million from the school district. At today’s fuel oil costs, the new boiler will save the district $205,000 per year in energy costs. This makes the payback period of the project a very short 6.75 years.

The existing oil-fired units will be retained as a

The boiler sits above the biomass furnace. Heat is transferred to circulating water in the boiler. Water is heated to about 185 degrees, and does not actually boil.

backup system, and to provide heat in lower heatdemand periods, such as chilly mornings in the fall and spring.

The biomass boiler works much like the pellet stoves many people have in their homes, but on a much larger scale. An auger feeds wood chips into the unit where they are burned with the aid of forced air to produce an intensely hot flame. A heat exchanger transfers that heat to a supply of water, which is then circulated through underground pipes into buildings for heating. The boiler has a heating capacity of 9.7 million BTU’s, which is much more than enough to heat the high school and elementary school buildings. There is sufficient capacity left over to heat the proposed Ram Centre Community Center building, and the nearby Penns Valley Medical Center.

The boiler is controlled by state-of-the art electronic controls which monitor all functions of the entire heating system. The controls will automatically make adjustments to system parameters (or shut it down) if any problems are detected. The controller will also call the cell phone of Facilities Manager, Robert Miller, and report, via a recorded message, any anomalies or failures. The system is self-sustaining and requires very little maintenance.

Some of the heated water from the boiler can be circulated through piping embedded in the concrete sidewalks and loading ramp surrounding the boiler building. This melts snow and ice, which saves maintenance expense, and makes for a safer environment.

We urge the public to attend the open house on January 27 to see this system in action, producing heat from a renewable fuel with high efficiency, virtually no air pollution, and at a great cost savings to the school district.

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PA 2-1-1: A dream almost realized

By Alfred Jones, CCCF

For years, the United Way of Pennsylvania (UWP) dreamed of a statewide toll-free information-and-referral telephone network similar to systems used in nearly every other state. Making the dream into reality required political as well as economic paths.

“2-1-1” is the three digit dialing code designated in 2000 by the FCC to provide widespread public access to community information-and-referral services. Pennsylvania is one of the very last states to offer this service. For years, the right to use the 2-11 dialing code was trapped in the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC). The political logjam dissolved when it became apparent that the commonwealth had neither the interest, nor, most importantly, the funding, to provide a statewide system.

Enter the United Way of Pennsylvania. With support and guidance from UWP, several United Way and information-and-referral providers from across the state formed an advisory committee. A year or so later, a separate nonprofit entity, PA 2-1-1, was created, and in February of 2010 the Pennsylvania PUC awarded PA 2-1-1 the authority to plan and execute a 2-1-1 system for the state. The pan was to split the service between seven interconnected regional systems, each planned by community leaders based upon guidelines set out by PA 2-1-1.

Tammy Gentzel has been involved in this initiative from its infancy. Tammy was asked by Ellie Beaver, then the Centre County United Way director, to represent Centre County at the statewide level. Tammy was then the director of Community Help Centre which operated a 24-hour hotline for Centre County since the early 1970s.

Fast forward to 2010. The dream had the poten-

tial to become reality but, as always, money was needed. Each of the seven regions was on its own to get a call center up and running. Centre County was placed in the Central Region, along with 15 other counties. The Centre County Community Foundation was approached and an application for a grant to the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation was pursued.

In late 2010, a $225,000 matching grant was awarded by the Knight Foundation to the Centre County Community Foundation. This created the potential to raise $450,000 for startup funding for the 2-1-1 system in the Central Region. Since then, an enormous amount of work has been done by lots of folks, primarily the United Way directors throughout the Central Region. There is no doubt, however, that without the leadership of Tammy Gentzel, the support of the Centre County United Way, and the Community Help Centre, the effort could not have succeeded.

The Knight grant has been matched through a variety of sources including county funding from Mifflin, Blair, and Lycoming, plus foundation grants from the Clinton County Community Foundation, the First Foundation, and the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies. Funds were also given by many of the 16 county United Way organizations and individual donors.

The goal for each of the 16 counties was based on population. Centre County was asked to give, and did give, the most support, a combination of funding from the Centre County United Way, the Community Help Centre, and several individuals. The entire effort was coordinated through Molly Kunkel, Deputy Director of the Centre County Community Foundation.

What does this mean to Pennsylvanians? It means

Alfred Jones

that soon we can, by dialing 2-1-1, be connected to a trained person who will assist us in dealing with almost any crisis that does not require the police, fire department, or ambulance. For free. At any time of the day or night.

We're just about there. Just a little more electronic tweaking and the statewide 2-1-1 system will be fully operational. Watch for the big announcement – and thank Tammy Gentzel, the region’s United Way, volunteers and public policy makers, and the Knight Foundation and Centre County Community Foundation.

Alfred Jones, Jr. is the Executive Director of the Centre County Community Foundation.

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DAR Daughter Joined the Military & Returned to Tell Her Life Story Written by Cheri Banks, Chaplin, Bellefonte Chapter of the DAR

BELLEFONTE – On January 14 the Bellefonte Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution gathered for a luncheon at the Nittany Lion Inn organized by the National Defense Committee. Major Karen P. Kramer, a State College native, was the speaker. Major Kramer is the daughter of a Bellefonte Chapter DAR member and National Defense chairman, Marilyn Kramer-Haugh of State College.

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Major Karen P. Kramer

Major Kramer is currently assigned to Robins Air Force Base, Warner Robins, Georgia, as Public Health Flight Commander, 78th Aerospace Medicine Squadron. She’s held a variety of positions in 27 years, breaking through to the officer corps by networking, finding a niche, and continuing her education.

She wasn’t interested in college after graduating State College High School in 1982. Nor did she plan a career in the military. But she accompanied a friend to the local United States Air Force recruiting office and decided the military was what she wanted to do – a surprising choice as she had a somewhat “rebellious” personality!

After a quick sidetrack at South Hills Business School she enlisted in the USAF in 1984 as a government vehicle fleet manager, a male-dominated field. A few wrong word choices and she spent her whole basic training on restriction. Watching others getting praise for their success, Karen realized she could do the job as well as the others, so she

began to excel. Her next job was scheduling maintenance for a fleet of F15 aircrafts in 1987, and in 1991 she was deployed to do this job in Saudi Arabia as part of Desert Storm.

By 1994 Karen had 10 years of active duty and wanted to be an officer. Officer positions were scarce so she researched and networked with colleagues. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Community Health, which still didn’t lead to a promotion, so she kept learning and received her Master of Science, Public Health degree. To do this, she left active duty and spent six years in the Air Force Reserves and four years in the Air National Guard.

In March 2003 she was accepted to Public Health Officer School, Brooks Air Force Base, TX, receiving her direct commission.

Her hard work and perseverance earned a mission to Afghanistan to assess how to improve villagers’ lives. From November 2005 to September 2006 she was deployed as a Civil Affairs Officer, Enduring Freedom mission in Kabul. Her General Orders were to “make a difference.” Karen embarked on the best year of her life. Major Kramer met with village elders to empower them, as the military built health clinics, provided good water, stocked medical supplies, provided midwives for the clinics, and educated them about basic health.

She loved the Afghan people, amazed by how the smiling children were happy despite the environment. It was heartbreaking but rewarding.

When she asked the translators how the people saw her (especially as a female), they said the villagers knew she was “SOMEBODY” (meaning important) – that she was making a difference.

The Major has been stationed in many places in 27 years: Texas, Kansas, Italy, Maryland, Illinois, Florida, Saudi Arabia, Georgia, Afghanistan, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Montenegro, and presently Georgia. Karen met her husband Jesse Barnes while on a mission to Crete, Greece. She’s received many awards and decorations, but none more rewarding than seeing her mother beaming from the audience at her tall blonde general-looking daughter.

The DAR is proud to share Major Karen

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Kramer’s life of dedication to our national defense with hopes that it will give you hope and inspiration. The Bellefonte DAR has an ongoing effort to support Project Patriot: a national DAR project to gather personal items for active-duty soldiers and mail them to various units. Also we’ve adopted veterans from the Hollidaysburg Veterans Home, sending them cash and cards.

The National Society of the DAR, founded in 1890, is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women's service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America's future through better education for children. Nationally DAR members annually volunteer more than 250,000 hours to veteran patients, award thousands of dollars in student scholarships and financial aid, and support schools for underserved children with donations exceeding one million dollars. For information, visit www.dar.org.

Finding Your DAR Heritage Details on finding the ancestral linkage to your Revolutionary war ancestor who aided in achieving American independence – a membership requirement – is made easy by skilled DAR researchers. Some of the patriots represented by our Bellefonte members are: Samuel Bailey, Samuel Miles, George Mattern, Thomas Askey, Henry Simlar, Ludwig Rishel, Anthony Bierly, Daniel Musser, Christian Buck, Daniel Kreamer, Jacob Houser, George Korman, Dr. George Stevenson, Andrew Bittner, Daniel Lowber, John Slaughter (Slater), Johann Detrich, Felix Lee, Deitrich Struble, James McConnell and about 75 more! We would especially love to hear from young women 18-35 years old for our “junior” chapter. Contact the Bellefonte Chapter that serves central PA at Dolly814@aol.com or visit http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~pabcdar/.

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Ready. Set. March for Babies!

February 2 kickoff for May fundraiser STATE COLLEGE – The annual kickoff for March for Babies is February 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. at Medlar Field-Spikes Stadium.

Go to the Luxury Box Suite to pick up all registration materials and find out how to be a part of the annual May walk.

On Sunday, May 6 at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, hundreds of families and business leaders will join in the March of Dimes’ annual March for Babies – the nation’s oldest walk fundraiser. The walk honors babies born healthy and those who need help to survive and thrive. Registration begins at noon with the four-mile walk kicking off at 1 p.m. Participation in March for Babies will provide a memorable and rewarding day for the whole family including walk, activities for the entire family, and lunch.

To join in, come to Medlar Field February 2, visit marchforbabies.org, or call (814) 696-9691. You can sign up as an individual; to start a corporate, family/friends team; or to donate to help babies be born healthy.

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The Family History Center Article & photos by Karen Dabney

STATE COLLEGE – Most local genealogy resources focus on Centre County or the immediate region, but one offers a broader scope. The State College Family History Center has international resources, and is a good place to begin the search for ancestors who lived in other counties, states, and countries. To make research more convenient, the center is now open Saturday mornings, beginning January 2012, in addition to their Tuesday and Wednesday hours.

The Family History Center is located in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints building, 842 Whitehall Road, and serves both church members and the general public. "Everyone is invited and encouraged to use our facility," said assistant director Nancy Taylor. "There's no charge to come in and use it."

Taylor said people can come in with no background in genealogy and get help with getting started. Volunteer consultants are available to give one-on-one assistance. "Some will come in and say "Can you help me find my grandmother?"

Every life is a story, and it's fascinating to see how it unfolds and weaves around other people. You begin to get a picture not only of the individual but the family."

The State College facility is part of a large network of Family History Centers created by the Latter-Day Saints Church. The local center is equipped with six computers, three microfilm readers, and two microfiche readers. Researchers can explore the collections of reference books, microfilm, and microfiche, or view on-line resources, including the Family History Portal.

To create the Portal, Taylor said, "The Church has partnered with other organizations, such as Ancestry.com, so you can come in and use the services for free."

The State College Family History Center is equipped with research books, computers, microfilm readers, microfiche readers, and helpful volunteer staff.

The church also created FamilySearch.org, a free Web site for genealogists that is accessible from any computer. The site is international in scope and allows researchers to search for family names by birth, death, marriage, residence, spouses, parents, and batch number. Family Search offers free on-line classes, articles, and other resources. The site has a selection of digitized records from many countries, such as birth certificates.

For records that aren't available on-line, researchers can make on-line requests at FamilySearch.org to have a specific microfilm sent to the Family Record Center for viewing. The researcher only pays a small fee for shipping.

"It's wonderful to have a Family History Center so close to home," said Dennis McHugh of State College. He said he has researched his ancestors at the center for 20 years, on and off. "It's a relatively benign obsession. How wonderful it has been for me to look on a microfilm reader to see my grandparents' parents' birth certificates in Ireland."

Taylor said the local center was established in 1975 by Nancy Smith, who was also a co-founder of the Centre County Genealogical Society during the same year. From the beginning, both organizations have had a close relationship.

The CCGS donated many of the center's books, and offers some classes at the facility, including Genealogy 101 workshops.

Beginning in February, the CCGS will hold their monthly meetings at the Family History Center. On February 2 at 7 p.m., Keri-Lynn Kendall will offer an in-depth look at Family Search and how to work with it to get the most from it.

The two organizations cosponsor classes and workshops at the church. On Thursday, January 26 at 7 p.m., they will offer a Webinar broadcast by the Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania. Two professional genealogists will discuss research strategies and evaluating evidence. Both meetings are open to the public.

"Doing family history is like doing detective work," said Taylor. "You collect clues, and that eventually brings you to an answer." She clearly enjoys the challenge.

The State College Family History Center is open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. The center is in the rear of the building at the far end of the parking lot. For more information, call (814) 238-4560 or 238-7183.

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JANUARY 20, 2012

Your Money Accurate Credit Report Does You Good

By Maureen Flietner

Haven't reviewed your free annual credit reports yet? You might find out you should have at the most inopportune moment – when you try to get a loan, sign up for utility service, or even apply for a job.

Credit reports provide a very personal look into your financial world. They contain information about where you live, where you have worked, how much money you owe, if you pay your bills on time, and whether you have filed for bankruptcy. The information can bolster your credit standing or undermine it.

This information is collected and updated regularly by the three nationwide consumer reporting agencies: Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax. Independent credit score developers such as Fair Isaac Company, VantageScore, and LLC develop proprietary scores that lenders use to assess the information in credit reports. The consumer reporting companies sell that information to creditors, insurers, and other businesses that have a valid need. Those businesses want to evaluate your applications for such things as insurance, credit, or renting a home.

If you don't review and correct problems on your credit reports, businesses that receive them will make their judgments about you based on wrong or incomplete information.

When the people you're dealing with tell you what they've based their decision on, you can respond that there has been a mistake. That, yes, it will be corrected. But are you, and will they be, prepared to wait?

The National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC), Washington, D.C., in its annual Financial Literacy Survey, found that 65 percent of respondents had not ordered their report in the past year.

Asked why not, 43 percent said they didn't think it would be useful. Another 43 percent said they didn't because they don't plan to apply for new loans or credit.

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"Obtaining your report and understanding its contents are basic building blocks of financial stability, so it is discouraging to know that so many have not taken advantage of this free resource," says Gail Cunningham, vice president of membership and public relations at NFCC. Review your annual reports and ensure that your credit is worthy. Here's how: Get free annual credit reports As provided for by the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act, you can obtain one free report every 12 months from each of the three nationwide consumer reporting companies. Stagger the reports every four months in rotation so you can keep tabs throughout the year.

Only one website has been officially authorized to provide credit reports: AnnualCreditReport.com.

You also can call 877-322-8228, or complete a request form and mail it to: Annual Credit Report Request Service, P.O. Box 105281, Atlanta, GA 30348-5281. You'll need your name, address, Social Security number (SSN), and date of birth, and you may need to provide some details to verify your identity.

Check the basics first Are your name, SSN, birth date, and address correct? Rod Griffin, Allen, Texas, director of public education at Experian, notes that the three things he's most asked about as errors are not errors at all: variations in name, SSN, and address.

"Experian lists all name spellings and variations, Social Security number variations, and address variations reported to it by businesses," says Griffin. "We do so to ensure the consumer has a full account of the identifying information reported to us by lenders…[that] enables the consumer to identify indicators of fraud or identity theft. If Experian were to omit those variations, it may prevent a consumer from being alerted to fraud.

"In most instances, however, the variations are simply the result of a person using a nickname to apply for credit or other services – Robert on one application but Bob on another, for example, or a typographical error such as a transposed digit in an address," Griffin says. These issues do not affect a person's credit scores or lending decisions.

Verify all information Look at every mortgage, credit card, loan, and closed account. Some of it can get complicated. If a loan is sold, the lender listed may not be the same as the original. Check outstanding balances, credit limits, dates when the credit was obtained, and whether accounts were closed and who closed them.

Look at unfavorable information such as late pay-

ments or collection accounts and make sure the data are correct.

Look for errors and omissions If there are problems in the reports, they can be large or small. It can be accounts that are duplicated, a lien after a bill has been paid, or different names, SSNs, addresses, or accounts you don't recognize.

Contact the company that has provided the incorrect information as well as the credit reporting agency.

Many times, the data are not disputable. The unfavorable information is valid and needs to be taken care of. But when it is in error, you can start the correction process.

Dispute incomplete or inaccurate information Contact the company that provided the incorrect information as well as the credit-reporting agency, says Cunningham. "Do everything in writing and keep copies. Working with both the source of the information and the credit-reporting company can help ensure the issue is resolved quickly."

Once a dispute is received, the bureau is required to investigate the claim. Any resulting change to your credit report after the investigation requires that you be notified and provided with a free copy of your revised credit report. The 30- to 45-day period allows time to mail documentation back and forth if necessary. The results of an investigation generally will be reported within 30 days. However, it can take up to 45 days if the consumer provides additional documentation supporting removal of the disputed item.

New notification regs In 2011, two new provisions went into effect that will alert you to information that may be hurting your ability to get credit at good rates. ◆ The Fair Credit Reporting Act's (FCRA) riskbased pricing regulation took effect Jan. 1, 2011.

Risk-based pricing (RBP) is a practice in which higher-risk consumers receive less-favorable credit terms. The rule says that, when a lender decides to extend credit based on your credit score or credit report, it must send you a RBP notice when the credit terms you received are less favorable than those offered to others for the same type of credit. Some creditors have chosen to send the alternative credit score "exemption notice" in lieu of the RBP notice. ◆ The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Act amended the FCRA to require lenders to disclose credit scores and related information to consumers in RBP and adverse action notices if a credit score was used in setting the credit terms or denying credit. These regulations were effective Aug. 15, 2011.

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Your Money Income Taxes: Keep Those Receipts!

By Sandie Biddle

Patricia Lose of Bellefonte is very busy right now, gearing up for her most productive season, but she’s never too busy to share her insight on income tax deductions and rebates. As a tax preparer for about three decades, she continues to enjoy helping her clients save money by taking advantage of opportunities in tax law.

She had a number of good tips for Gazette readers: Keep receipts for your contributions, not just money donated, but also when you give away used clothing and furniture to places like CentrePeace or the Salvation Army. You will need to be able to show the appraised value of your contributions.

Bring all your W2s and 1099s. Don’t forget a little part-time job or something that you were paid for early in 2011 and may have forgotten about.

Bring those statements for mortgage interest deductions, second mortgages, too.

Some mileage is deductible. ◆ Keep track of volunteer work mileage; it can

be deductible. ◆ If you’ve reached the medical expense limit to itemize (7.5 percent of your income spent on medical bills) you can deduct medical mileage to and from the doctor, therapy, hospital, even the drug store to pick up prescriptions. ◆ If you use your personal vehicle to do errands for work, you might be able to deduct business employee miles.

Some education expenses can be deducted. See if your child’s private school, trade school, or college qualifies and get a 1098T for tuition deductions.

If you have young children in childcare, note your expenses and get the providers employee identification number so you may get a childcare deduction.

There’s still an energy credit in 2011, ended December 31, for a deduction for buying energy-efficient thermal doors, windows, and insulation. Bring your receipts and your tax preparer will know what qualifies.

Bring everything you think might help your tax

preparer. Here are a few more things to remember.

If you have children, bring their birthdates and social security numbers. If you’ve been married, make sure you’ve changed your name with Social Security, or they may not accept your electronically filed returns.

Patricia has a tip for lower income filers. You may qualify for a Property Tax or Rent Rebate from the state. You’ll need a PA1000 form from your state representative’s office. If you meet income requirements, you could receive a check for possibly hundreds of dollars. She says this is a benefit that many don’t know about, including senior citizens.

Tip for 2012: Keep your mileage separate for January through June from July through December.

There are two different rates for each half of the year.

Start collecting those important tax documents that will be pouring in all month. When you get them all, you can start filing in February. The sooner you file, the sooner you may get an unexpected refund made possible by the expertise of a good tax preparer.

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Your Money Know What Your Time is Worth

By Susan Tiany, CCUFC

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I frittered away an afternoon recently, then chided myself, "That was a waste of time." That got me thinking, not for the ďŹ rst time, just what is my time worth? What would you say your time is worth?

One answer is how much someone is willing to pay you to do a job, either your regular job or maybe a special project. Another answer might be how much you would be willing to pay someone else to do a job that you don't want to do or are not very skilled at doing.

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Don't shortchange yourself Just for exploration, let's say you make $45,000 and work the standard 2,080 hours a year. That makes your hourly value about $21.63.

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You might value time by how much you’d pay someone else to do a job that you don’t want to do.

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Then, if you don't have enough cash to buy that car (few people do), you have to decide whether or not it's worth it to borrow the money. Let's also say you don't have a down payment or a trade-in and you plan to ďŹ nance the entire $22,500 – oops, it's more like $24,076 with tax and title.

If you qualify for a new car loan rate of 3.7 percent, a 60-month car loan will cost you $440 a month, or $26,408 altogether once you pay o the loan. You'd work 1,221 hours – about 30 weeks – to pay for the car, ignoring all the other elements of your budget.

The best use of your time might be to do exactly nothing.

Of course, it's not that simple.

Numerous other expenses make demands on your paycheck, so it takes a lot longer in actual time to pay for the car. And we're considering your pay before taxes and other withdrawals; a common estimate says you work at least 100 days each year just to cover the tax bills.

And it's likely that, by the time you pay o the car, you'll be earning more money than you are today. But you get the point – time really is money!

To help you calculate the value of your time, use this link to a handy calculator developed by British economics professor Ian Walker. He adjusts for taxes and the cost of living to arrive at your real hourly wage. www.smartmoney.com/spending/deals/time-is-money-14375/#table

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Bellefonte Elks Hoop Shoot

State College Elks Hoop Shoot Winners STATE COLLEGE – The State College Elks recently conducted its Local Lodge Hoop Shoot. The ďŹ rst place winners will advance to Bellefonte for the District Hoop Shoot competition on January 28.

Winners and runners-up are pictured with their age group in parentheses.

Winners of the 12-13 year-old boys’ division are in the middle of back row: Cameron McKee, second place; Logan Mathieu, ďŹ rst place; and Noah Gaus, third place.

State College Hoop Shoot winners, (L to R): Lydia Collison (8-9), Selena Mann (10-11), Elizabeth Lingle-Brooks (1213), Matt Bristol (12-13), Logan Snyder (10-11), Zachery DeCarmine (8-9).

(L to R) Ashley O'Neill, second place; Madeline Durn, ďŹ rst place; and Jordyn Kline, third place in the 12-13 year-old girl division of the Bellefonte Elks Hoop Shoot.

Assistant Track and Field Coach 2011-2012 Spring Season Bellefonte Area School District is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Track and Field Coach.

Prior experience in coaching Track and Field is preferred.

Please submit letter of interest, resume, application, and current Criminal Background (Act 34), Child Abuse History (Act 151) clearances along with current TB test result to: Bellefonte Area School District Human Resources Department 318 N. Allegheny Street Bellefonte, PA 16823 Applications will be accepted until the position is ďŹ lled. BASD - EOE.

Countdown to Kindergarten for families and their 3-5 year olds

State College Hoop Shoot runners-up were (L to R): Jamie Bachman (10-11), Mikenna Lyons (12-13), John Bristol (1011), Benjamin Zydney (8-9).Missing from photo: Grace Siegfried (8-9) and Tom Sekunda (12-13).

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Red Raiders and Bearcats split home-and-home series

By Les Barnhart

Bellefonte were on the road but kept up their winning ways last Friday night as they defeated the Huntingdon Bearcats, 65-57. The three-headed monster of Jason Jarvis, John Kowalchuk and Dylan Moerschbacher powered the Red Raiders to their ďŹ fth win of the season and third straight. The trio helped build an early lead that they would not surrender.

Jarvis led all scorers with 20 points while Kowalchuk tossed in 15 ahead of Moerschbacher’s 13. The sophomore Moerschbacher also connected on two three-pointers in the win.

The two teams returned to the court on Monday, this time in Bellefonte and this time it was the Bearcats that picked up the win, 62-55. The Red Raiders who seemed to do no wrong on the Huntingdon hardwood found the Bearcat defense to be less than accommodating the second time around. With Huntingdon keying on Jarvis, it was Kowalchuk that stepped up with a 19point performance.

Jarvis, even with the extra defensive attention was able to net 12 points.

The loss dropped Photo courtesy of Tim Weight the Red Raiders Jason Jarvis had 32 points in two record to 5-7 and games against the Bearcats. ended their winning streak at three.

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Free Youth Lacrosse Teaching Clinic

Volunteer Opportunity

Indoor Winter Lacrosse Sundays, January 29 - March 11, 2012. Check web site for times.

Christ Community Church C3 Sports Facility Indoor Gymnasium.

Open to boys and girls age levels U-11, U-13, and U-15.

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Providing a safe and supportive environment for monitored custody exchanges and supervised visitation.

The Centre County Chid Access Center is looking for individuals interested in helping children and families. As a CAC volunteer, you will have the opportunity to meet new people and make a difference in our community. The Child Access Center offers a variety of flexible volunteer opportunities.

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Training classes will begin soon!

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After two successful trips south to Blair County, the Little Lions returned home on Saturday and played host to a very talented Shaler team. The Titans (11-2) took advantage of a poor shooting performance by their host and translated it into a 5-41 victory.

Despite trailing by just two at halftime, the third quarter would prove to be the difference for State College as Shaler outscored them 12-5. Bryan Sekunda led the Little Lions with 10 points as the loss dropped their record to 8-2.

In a game that followed the Little Lions game and also served as the annual Pink Zone game for the Lady Little Lions, they also entertained Shaler and unfortunately the outcome was much the same as they fell, 49-44.

The Lady Little Lions fell behind early, scoring just six points (all coming in the first quarter) but fought back and made it a game late. State College trailed 18-6 at the break but battled and outscored the Lady Titans in the final two quarters. That would prove to be not enough as the Lady Little Lions slipped to 8-4 with the loss.

Taylor Allison scored a team-high 18 points as the senior guard drilled four three-pointers in the loss.

Wednesday, January 25 Please support this very worthwhile cause as Bellefonte Boys Basketball, Bald Eagle Basketball, and Bellefonte Cheerleaders host this charity event.

There will be many raffle items from local businesses to bid on. Adult admission is $4 or free with the purchase of a Coaches vs Cancer T-Shirt. Student are $2 or free with the purchase of a T-Shirt or wrist band.

The game is at the Bellefonte High School Gym January 25. The JV Game starts at 6 p.m.

Eagles pick up road victory against Juniata

By Les Barnhart

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The Eagles would find the road a bit rougher to travel last Friday as they headed to PhilipsburgOsceola, which is a tough place to play, no matter the sport. The Eagles would fall to the Mounties 6052 after falling behind early.

The Mounties (2-10) jumped out to an early lead and Bald Eagle Area was simply never able to get traction enough to draw even. Trailing by as many as 15 at one point late in the third quarter, the Eagles fought back but close the deal before time ran out with the Mounties leading.

Dennis Fisher again came up big for the Eagles as he and Jeff Koleno led the scoring attack. Koleno connected on four three-pointers while Ryan Dyke had another solid night with 8 points and a threepointer. The Eagles fell to 7-5 with the loss.

Bald Eagle Area was on the road last Wednesday evening as they took on Juniata and returned home with a dominant 69-49 victory. In the win for the Eagles, Dennis Fisher led all scorers with 20 points, as he would collect a double-double with 10 rebounds to go along with his game-high points. Jeff Koleno had 18 points including six coming via three-pointers. Ryan Dyke rounded out the scoring with 8 points for the Eagles as they improved to 74.

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Eagles fall to Mounties in road game

Eagles’ Taylor and Varner place at Escape the Rock State College trying to forget the Titans after pair of losses

JANUARY 20, 2012

Bald Eagle Area had two wrestlers place at the grueling Escape the Rock Tournament held last weekend. Jake Taylor and Aaron Varner, both juniors, placed third and sixth respectively. Taylor finished third at 170lbs by defeating Craig Cihon of Fort LaBoeuf by decision in the consolation finals.

Varner, wrestling at 185lbs, placed sixth after dropping a 6-4 overtime decision to Martin Strenk of Delaware Valley in the fifth place match.

Strong second half secures win for Lady Eagles

By Les Barnhart

The Lady Eagles improved to 8-2 on the season with their 56-43 win over the visiting PhilipsburgOsceola last Friday night. The Lady Mounties (210) were a pesky bunch in the first half as the Lady Eagles held a tenuous one-point lead at the break.

The second half would prove to a much different story as the lady Eagles powered out to an 11-point lead by the end of the third quarter. It would be a lead that they would not give back or even be threatened. Marissa Ward led the Lady Eagles with 14 points but again they got balanced scoring including the outside shooting of Mary Pillot, who drilled three from beyond the arc and ended with 11 points.

Abby Gettig had 9 points and 10 rebounds, just missing a double-double.

Finalists announced for Pigskin Pick’Em The finalists for the Grand Prize in the Gazette’s Pigskin Pick’Em were determined with the outcomes of last week’s NFL Divisional Playoffs. In a season in which has had so many close games, it came as no surprise that our playoffs came down to the tie-breaker.

Daryl Rightnour assured himself a spot in the finals by successfully picking all four winners in the last week’s playoff game. Cameron White along with Jason Brown and Phyllis Montgomery each picked three of the four games correctly but in the end the tiebreaker gave White the final spot against Rightnour.

The two will now match wits against one another in the finals this weekend as each will be picking the winner between New England and Baltimore in the AFC as well as the winner of the NFC Championship Game between San Francisco and the New York Giants. A special set of tiebreakers will also be introduced including total points (over and under) on both games as well as number of first downs combined and field goal yardage (over and under).

Tune in next week to see who will be watching the Super Bowl on a brand new Sony television courtesy of Paul and Tony’s Stereo as well as your friends at The Gazette.

Bald Eagle Area Little League Softball Meeting The Bald Eagle Area Little League Softball will be holding their regular monthly meeting on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH starting at 6pm at the BALD EAGLE AREA HIGH SCHOOL. Regular monthly meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at the Bald Eagle Area High School.

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Bellefonte swim teams leave Central Mountain in their wake

By Les Barnhart and Tim Weight

Attention

Local Sports Fans, Parents and Athletes!!

Just a reminder that with the all the sports going on in the county, its 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

The Bellefonte swim team was in the water at the Penn State Natatorium last Thursday in a meet against Central Mountain. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams were victorious as the Red Raiders recorded a 113-48 victory with both Colton Schnars and Andrew Rosenberger breaking school records.

The Lady Raiders throttled Central Mountain 110-34 in their meet. The team had a great showing, winning all ten events against the Lady Wildcats. Katie Scordato, a junior who swims the 200 IM and 100 breaststroke ďŹ lled in on the 200 and 500 freestyle against Central Mountain and won both with personal best times in each of the events.

Cydnei Crust won the 50 and 100 freestyle while Gwen Lowery captured the 200 IM and 100 buttery. The three also are members of the relay team that won the 200 medley and freestyle events.

Schnars broke a school record set in 2007 in the 100 backstroke. The freshman swimmer broke the record with a time of 56.77. He also claimed the 200 IM earlier in the meet. Rosenberger, a junior for the Red Raiders broke his own record with a time

of 1:01.29 in the 100 breaststroke.

Jordan Newman also had an impressive meet for Bellefonte. The sophomore, who is normally a backstroker, swam in the 200 freestyle as well as the 100 buttery events. He posted a personal best time in the buttery.

Both of the teams are gearing up for Regionals with all of the members of the boys’ team having qualiďŹ ed and many of the members of the girls’ team having done so as well. The girls will have more opportunities to qualify and Coach Lisa Colapietro is excited about the prospects of what the teams can do this season. With their wins, the Red Raiders improved to 8-0 while the Lady Raiders improved to 7-1 respectively.

Courtney Fredericks, a diver for the Lady Raiders, posted an individual score of 151.30. That score was not included in the team score. Considering the lopsided score, its wasn’t needed either.

Photo courtesy of Tim Weight

Katie Scordato posted personal best times in winning the 200 and 500 freestyle.

Eagles get wings clipped with consecutive losses

By Les Barnhart

Bald Eagle Area’s wrestling team took the mat last Tuesday with their perfect record intact. They would face their biggest test this season as they faced Central Mountain on Tuesday in Wingate followed by a trip to Philipsburg-Osceola on Wednesday.

When the Eagles stepped o the Resilite Wednesday evening, their perfect record was no longer as they had lost both dual meets.

In the meet against the Mounties, the Eagles were looking erase the taste of a 37-19 home loss to Central Mountain. The two Centre County rivals went after one another in the twelve contested bouts (there was two forfeits; one for each team) and in the end the scoreboard read 36-36. The Mounties were award the win due to criteria #2 (most bouts won) as they had won eight of the twelve bouts. The Eagles were left with back-to-back losses on consecutive nights as the Mounties (2-2) picked up their ďŹ rst win over Bald Eagle Area in over a decade. Picking up wins for the Eagles (4-2) against the Mounties were Jacob Noll (fall at 120lbs), Matt Dillon (forfeit at 138), Jake Taylor (fall at 170), Jimmer Grieb (fall at 182), Aaron Varner (fall at 195) and Nate Sharkey (fall at 285).

The night before against Central Mountain, the Eagles dug themselves an early hole and against a lineup as solid as the one put out by the Wildcats, you simply cant aord to do that. The Eagles now know that ďŹ rsthand. Central Mountain won the ďŹ rst ďŹ ve bouts including two falls and would win seven of the twelve contested bouts.

The Eagles tried closing the sizable gap when Matt Dillon picked up a decision at 145lbs but the Wildcats stopped any momentum the Eagles may have gotten from Dillon’s win by posting wins of their own in two of the next three weight classes.

Jake Taylor scored the Eagles’ second win of the night with a decision at 170lbs. Bald Eagle Area would close out the dual meet by winning four of the last ďŹ ve bouts including a major decision by Aaron Varner at 220lns and a ďŹ rst period fall by Nate Sharkey at 285lbs.

Photo courtesy of Tim Weight

Jordan Newman posted a personal best time in the 100 buttery against Central Mountain.

Photo courtesy of Tim Weight

Frank Haesler at rest after competing in the 50 freestyle.

Photo courtesy of Tim Weight

Alex Schenck is the only senior in a talented young group of Lady Raider swimmers.

Photo courtesy of Tim Weight

Bellefonte seniors Thomas Forstmeier, Tyler Ashpole, Alex Schenck, Ethan Piper and Scott Winger.

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Courtney Fredericks compiled a score of 151.30 in the meet against Central Mountain.

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2012 Bald Eagle Area Little League Softball Sign-ups Mt. Top Area - Thurs. Jan. 12th 6-8 pm Location: Township Bldg Howard Area - Sun. Jan. 15th 2-4 pm Wed. Jan. 18th 6-8 pm Location: Lighthouse Church- Main Street Port Matilda Area - Tues. Jan. 17th 6-8pm Location: Port Matilda Elementary School Wingate Area - Sun, Jan, 22nd 1-3 pm Tues. Jan. 24th 5-7 pm Location: Wingate Elementary School All girls age 9 thru 12 are encouraged to sign up for Little League Softball. The cost is $50.00 per player. Last day of registration will be January 29th, registration cost after January 29th will be $75.00.

Girls at league age 8 must have one year of T-Ball to play.

Little League REQUIRES a copy of each player’s birth certificate to remain on file. Please bring a copy of each student’s BIRTH CERTIFICATE and the date of their last TETANUS SHOT to registration.

PARENTS: What do you need for REGISTRATION??

• Copy of child’s birth certificate • The DATE of last TETANUS SHOT • Registration fee • Name of school your child attends If you have questions please feel free to contact: Nancy Nyman at 814-625-2643

Mt. Top Area Little League Registration Friday, February 10, 2012 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 11, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. noon Snow Shoe Township Building, Clarence (Kids ages 4 – 12) T-Ball – 4, 5, 6 & 7 year olds Minor League - 7 & 8 year olds A-Ball - 9, 10, 11 & 12 year olds Cost is $30 per child and $15 for each additional child from the same household.

This fee will purchase a shirt and hat for your child.

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Penns Valley outlasts Lady Raiders

Rams post impressive road win at Clearfield

The Penns Valley Lady Rams rolled out the welcome mat for their Centre County neighbor last Tuesday as Bellefonte rolled into Spring Mills. The Lady Rams picked up a narrow 46-42 win over the Lady Raiders with Cassie Hazel leading the scoring attack for Penns Valley with 12 points as they picked up their third win (3-7) of the season. Madison Bastress also added 11 points in the win for the Lady Rams.

The Lady Raiders made a late push for the win but ultimately fell short. Jillian Musser scored a career-high 13 points to lead all scorers while Torrie Sealy chipped in 11. Sealy knocked down two triples from outside including one late that trimmed the Penns Valley lead to three.

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The Penns Valley Rams traveled to Clearfield last Friday and used a solid defensive effort to outlast the Bison, 47-34. The Rams led at halftime before the Bison rallied to take the lead in the third quarter.

Penns Valley outscored their opponent in all four quarters of the game with a balanced scoring attack from Coach Terry Glunt’s squad.

Sam Snyder and Austin Auman each went for double digit scoring with Snyder’s 15 being the game-high. Auman added 10 points while Cam Tobias chipped in 8 points. The Rams improved to 64 with the win.

Lady Eagles stay hot with two more wins

By Les Barnhart

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The Lady Eagles picked up two big wins last week with the first coming in the friendly confines of their home court in Wingate and the second coming on the road in Mill Hall against Central Mountain.

Last Tuesday, the Lady Eagles played host to Juniata and picked up a hard fought 52-49 victory over the Lady Indians. Marissa Ward led the offensive charge with 14 points while Mary Pillot continued her impressive play with 11 points. Kaitlyn Miller came up big for Bald Eagle Area with key free throws down the stretch that helped secure the win for the Lady Eagles. She would end the game with 10 points.

Two days later, the Lady Eagles headed to Mill Hall to tangle with the Lady Wildcats. Against them, Ward again was the leading scorer with 13 points in their 45-38 victory. Ward was one of a trio of players scoring in double digits. Joining her were Abby Gettig and Kexi Josefik each added 10 points in a game that saw Bald Eagle Area trail by 2 at halftime. The Lady Eagles would take control of the game by doubling up the Lady Wildcats in the third quarter (16-8).

With the wins, the Lady Eagles improved to 7-2 on the season.

The road is not unkind to Little Lions

By Les Barnhart

The State College made two successful trips into Blair County last week as they posted victories over both Altoona and Hollidaysburg to improve to 8-1.

They defeated Altoona on Wednesday before returning on Friday to dispatch the Golden Tigers.

Against Altoona, the Little Lions overcame an eight-point halftime deficit to defeat the Mountain Lions 49-36. Bryan Sekunda and Cody Cooper led them offensively. Sekunda drilled three from long distance en route to scoring a game-high 20 points.

Cooper added 18 as the stifling Little Lions defense held the Mountain Lions to just 13 second half points.

The return trip to Blair County proved to be an easier one as the Little Lions dominated Hollidaysburg last Friday night. State College outscored the Golden Tigers in every quarter and offensively was led by Tim Scholly. Scholly hit for a game-high 15 points, all coming on the five three-pointers he sank.

State College got balanced scoring with Bryan Sekunda and Josh Clothiaux helping pace the Little Lions. Sekunda had 14 more points to go with the 20 he poured in against Altoona. Clothiaux chipped in 10 as State College improved to 8-1.

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NFL Playoff Recaps

By Matt Masullo

It’s a good thing we don’t pick games for a living.

With the madness that happened this past weekend, one can only imagine what Conference Championship Weekend will bring.

New Orleans at San Francisco On January 10, 1982, it was Joe Montana to Dwight Clark. That play, simply known as “The Catch”, sparked a remarkable run in the 80’s and early 90’s for the San Francisco 49ers. On January 4, 1999, Steve Young found Terrell Owens with three second remaining to give the 49ers a 30-27 victory over the Green Bay Packers in the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs. On January 14, 2012, Alex Smith found Vernon Davis with nine seconds remaining to give the 49ers a 36-32 victory over the New Orleans Saints. The play has yet to receive a catchy name, but something along the lines of “The Grab” has a nice ring to it.

In the most exciting game of the weekend, when defense was thought to rule the day, the 49ers and Saints scored four times in the final four minutes of the game, with the 49ers putting the last touchdown on the board with nine seconds remaining. The 49ers jumped out to an early 17-0 lead in the second quarter, but the Saints high powered offense marched back, with Drew Brees finding Jimmy Graham (14 yards) and Marques Colston (25 yards) for touchdowns before the first half ended. On the day, Brees threw for 464 yards four touchdowns and two costly interceptions.

In the third quarter, the 49ers got a 41-yard field goal from David Akers to give them a six point lead.

In the fourth quarter, the teams erupted for 34 points. With just over four minutes remaining, Brees found Darren Sproles out of the backfield for a 44yard touchdown pass, giving the Saints a 24-23 lead.

Then Smith and the 49er offense went to work.

With just over two minutes remaining, the 49ers called a gutsy quarterback sweep on third and seven that Alex Smith took in from 28 yards out. Opting for a two-point conversion attempt, the 49ers called a run to Frank Gore that the Saints stopped dead at the line of scrimmage. With all three timeouts, the Saints got the ball back and struck quickly. Brees hit Graham from 66 yards out for the go-ahead score.

Brees then hit Sproles for a two-point conversion, giving the Saints a 32-29 lead.

The 49ers with one timeout remaining and under two minutes left in regulation, Smith put the 49ers on his back and carried them down the field. He hit Davis for 47 yards on a crossing route with 31 seconds left, then hit Gore over the middle to put the Niners on the 14 yard line with nine seconds remaining. After a timeout, Smith hit Davis on a play called “Vernon Post”, and the rest they say, is history.

Red Raiders stampede visiting Bison

By Les Barnhart

The Bellefonte wrestling team took down the visiting Clearfield Bison last Tuesday by recording five falls in the dual meets opening seven bouts. In the Red Raiders lopsided 51-23 win, it was actually Clearfield that took an early lead after receiving a forfeit at 152lbs. Bellefonte would get those points right back in the first contested bout as Leo Wortman picked up a first period fall at 160lbs.

After a decision in favor of Clearfield at 170, the Red Raiders went on a tear by recording four straight falls during a string of seven straight wins. Getting falls for Bellefonte were Nick Shawley (182lbs), Cody McClure (195lbs), Tody Cain (220lbs), Garrett Poorman (285) and Tom Traxler (120).

With the win, the 49ers advanced to the NFC championship for the first time since 1994.

Denver at New England Tebowmania hit a roadblock on Saturday night.

The roadblock was named Tom Brady. Brady threw for 363 yards and a playoff tying six touchdowns in a 45-10 rout over the Denver Broncos. The game was a route from the Patriots first offensive series.

Brady marched the Pats down the field and found one of his favorite targets, Wes Welker, from seven yards out for the game’s first score. On their second possession, he found the All-World Rob Gronkowski for a diving ten yard touchdown.

In the second quarter, Tim Tebow moved the Broncos down the field and saw Willis McGahee score from five yards out, making the score 14-7.

After that, Brady went to work, throwing three touchdowns before the first half ended (two to Gronk and one to Deion Branch) to give the Patriots a 35-7 halftime lead.

In the third quarter, Brady found his other tight end, Aaron Hernandez from 17 yards out for his sixth touchdown pass of the game. After that, the teams traded field goals to set the final score, 45-10.

With the win, the Patriots will host the AFC Championship game. Bill Belichick is 3-0 all-time in AFC Championship games held in Foxboro.

Houston at Baltimore Arian Foster did something that no other running back had ever done to the Baltimore Ravens, rush for over 100 yards in a playoff game. However, Foster could not carry the team to the AFC Championship game, as the Texans fell to the Ravens, 20-13.

The Texans got the opening kickoff and after a big return, looked poised to find the end zone early I the game. However, the Ravens defense held the Texans to a Neil Rackers field goal, giving the Texans an early 3-0 lead.

The Ravens defense turned the Texans over four times on the day, and got an efficient day from quarterback Joe Flacco, who completed 14 of 27 for 176 yards and two scores. Flacco hit Kris Wilson and Anquan Boldin for first quarter touchdown passes and also got a Billy Cundiff field goal to give the Ravens a 17-3 lead at the end of the first quarter.

In the second, Foster scored from a yard out after Rackers drove home another field goal, making the score 17-13 at the half. In the second half, rookie quarterback T.J. Yates showed his youth, as he was intercepted three times, as the Ravens held on late.

With the win, the Ravens will travel to Foxboro to take on the Patriots in the AFC Championship game.

New York Giants at Green Bay The team that scored the most points in the NFL this season couldn’t manage enough points to get out of the divisional round, as the defending Super Bowl champion Green Bay Packers fell to the New York Giants 37-20.

The Giants got on the board first with a 31-yard Lawrence Tynes field goal in the first quarter. Mason Crosby tied the game with a 47-yard field goal later in the first before Hakeem Nicks got loose for a 66yard touchdown grab from Eli Manning, giving the Giants a 10-3 lead. In the second quarter, Aaron Rodgers found Shippensburg graduate John Kuhn from eight yards out to tie the game at ten. After another Tynes field goal, the Giants got the ball back with just enough time for Manning to heave a pass to the end zone. The Packers apparently didn’t realize that they needed to cover Nicks, who pulled in the 37-yard pass for a touchdown to cap a wild first half for the Giants.

In the third quarter, the Giants scored ten unanswered points early, off the foot of Tynes and with Mario Manningham pulling in a four-yard Manning pass. The ageless Donald Driver caught a 16-yard touchdown from Rodgers to make the score 30-20 in favor of the Giants. Facing a third and long with four minutes left in play, Manning found the salsadancing Victor Cruz to move the sticks, and essentially end the Packers season. If that didn’t end their season, Brandon Jacobs did three plays later, when he rumbled into the end zone from 14 yards out to give the Giants a 37-20 lead.

With the win, the Giants advance to the NFC Championship game in San Francisco. The last time the 49ers and Giants met in the playoffs was in 2002, when a crazy missed field goal/Hail Mary play ended in controversy, as the 49ers prevailed to advance to the NFC Divisional Round of play.

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NFL Conference Championship Previews

By Matt Masullo

We are down to the final four in the NFL and it could be argued that only two of the four teams left standing was considered to be a team that would be in this position back in August. After some shocking games during the Divisional Round of play, we will preview the Conference Championship games.

Baltimore (#2) at New England (#1) (3 PM Sunday January 22 on CBS) In their last matchup in Week 6 in the 2010 season, the Patriots knocked off the Ravens 23-20 in overtime. The way that each team is playing right now, an overtime game would be a shock. The Ravens offense can’t seem to get things going, and the Patriots offense is like the Energizer Bunny, they just keep going. I think they just scored another touchdown against the Broncos stingy defense.

In their last matchup, the dynamic duo of Patriot tight ends Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez were not as well known or as dangerous as they are right now. Hernandez got his bell rung last week, thanks in part to the time he spent coming out of the backfield as a running back. Tom Brady doesn’t have a hard time finding either of them either, so the Ravens linebackers and safeties will have their hands trying to contain those two monsters.

For the Ravens, Joe Flacco continues to clamor that he is an elite quarterback. When he throws for under 200 yards in a playoff game that his team barely hangs on to win, he will have a hard time getting the analysts to buy into what he is selling. Their biggest weapon on offense is Ray Rice, and somehow, the Ravens offensive coaching staff fails to give him the football on a consistent basis. When people talk about the Ravens, they talk about defensive stalwarts Ray Lewis and Ed Reed. This could be their last run at a title, but they have to go through the self-proclaimed “title town” to get to the big game.

Masullo – Patriots. Maybe it is the Steeler homer

in me or the Penn State homer, but I don’t see how the Ravens can compete with the Patriots offense.

Just when you think you have them figured out, they line a tight end up in the backfield to lead the team in rushing. If the Ravens find a way to stop the duo of Gronk and Hernandez, the Patriots have a plethora of other weapons at Brady’s disposal.

Barnhart – Patriots. The New England offense is simply impressive. It may also be unstoppable right now. I understand that Baltimore has a formidable defense with Lewis and Reed but Big Game Brady seems to be back for another Super Bowl run.

The Patriots defense remains a question mark as it has all season but unless they run Rice in the Wildcat formation the whole game, I have a hard time seeing Flacco stepping up to match Brady.

New York Giants (#4) at San Francisco (#2) (6:30 PM Sunday January 22 on FOX) The 49ers and Giants have a storied history when it comes to their head to head matchups in the playoffs. The 49ers hold a slight edge with a 4-3 record over the G-Men, with their last matchup resulting in one of the craziest finishes in NFL Playoff history.

In 2003, the 49ers defeated the Giants, coming back from 24 points down, 39-38. In their most recent matchup, the 49ers defeated the Giants 27-20 in Week 10 this past season. This game will also feature the top two picks from the 2004 and 2005 draft classes in Elin Manning (04) and Alex Smith (05).

For the Giants, they go as Manning goes. In their last matchup, he was sacked only once. If the 49ers have a fighting chance in this game, they can’t allow Manning to sit in the pocket with all day to throw.

Hakeem Nicks has been a man-child during the GMen’s current playoff run. His two touchdown performance last week is becoming something of the norm lately, as he hauled in two scores in the Giants Wild Card matchup against the Falcons. Their running game has come light years since the regular sea-

son, but the Niners have a stingy rush defense.

Alex Smith was labeled as a bust early in his NFL career. New 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh took a chance on the 2005 first overall pick this season and it has paid off. Smith, known around the league as a game manager, managed to lead his team to not one but TWO fourth quarter comebacks last week in under four minutes. Smith’s 28-yard touchdown run gave the Niners a slim lead over the Saints before Drew Brees and company took it back. Smith only followed that up with a 14-yard touchdown strike to tight end Vernon Davis with nine seconds remaining in regulation to win the game. Talk of him being a game manager can be thrown out the window after last week. The 49ers lean heavily on their defense, led by Patrick Willis. Willis and his defensive teammates will need to keep Manning and the Giants in check, as the 49ers aren’t built for shootouts.

Masullo – 49ers. Maybe the nostalgia of Montana to Clark and Young to Owens has me picking the 49ers after Smith found Davis last week in the waning seconds. Maybe it’s because I can’t fully buy into the Giants this season. Eli has a shot at another ring, something his brother Peyton doesn’t have, but I think the 49ers defense is a tad better than the Packers. 49ers win, but not by much.

Barnhart – Giants. This pick is one that I hope I wrong about. I don’t like much about the Giants but that’s on a personally level and mostly has to do with their fans and my being a Redskins fan. The Giants defense impressed me with what they did to Green Bay but could it have been a different game had the Packers actually caught the ball? Alex Smith will again have his hands full with a defense that I would put ahead of the one he faced last weekend.

The Giants will have to lean heavily on Manning as running against the Niners is like trying to get chicken wings past me, it’s tough. Another thing sticking in my head is a Pats-Giants rematch in the Super Bowl. Anyone not still remember that shocking upset?

Haters need hugs too

By Matt Masullo

Last week, this column discussed Tim Tebow, easily the most talked about and most criticized person in professional sports. This week it will focus on Tebow’s counterpart in their AFC Divisional playoff game, Tom Brady. Love him or hate him (like many do), all the guy does is win. He tied a playoff record against the Broncos with six touchdown passes last week; that is just another notch on the ole’ belt for Tom. By now, everyone knows Brady’s story.

He was the 199th pick in the 2000 NFL draft, drafted in the 6th round. There were six quarterbacks drafted ahead of him, none of whom, are employed by an NFL team.

From where he started to where he currently is, is a remarkable story. He was a third string quarterback and worked his way up, along with some help due to injury in his breakout season, to one of the game elite players. He is a seven time Pro Bowl selection, two time First-Team All-Pro, three time Super Bowl Champion, two

time Super Bowl MVP, 2007 AP Male Athlete of the Year, etc., etc., etc.

He is currently married to supermodel Gisele Bundchen, and was formerly married to actress Bridget Moynahan. It’s hard to fathom marrying one actress/model, let alone two! He’s been on the cover of nearly every popular magazine in the country and even some around the world. The guy has it all; looks, athleticism, drop dead gorgeous wife and more money than he will ever need.

With all of those achievements, and likely more to come in the coming years, the haters are lined up from here to the Boston Garden to throw stones at the guy.

All Brady has done throughout his career is say the right things, do the right things, and achieve greatness. When his career is all said and done, he will likely go down in history as one of the three greatest quarterbacks of all-time. You can’t hate the guy for winning, or can you?

Stop Hatin’.

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1/20/12 – 1/26/12 American Ale House – Toftrees/State College 1/20 1/21 1/22 1/25 1/26

Tommy Wareham, 6pm-8pm & 9pm-12am Tommy Wareham, 8pm Ted and Molly, 8pm Tommy Wareham, 7:30pm Scott Mangene, 8pm-12pm

The Autoport – S. Atherton St., State College 1/20 1/21 1/26

John and Chad Caprio, 9pm Brad Fey, 8pm Kate and Natalie of Pure Cane Sugar

The Brewery – Downtown State College 1/20 1/21 1/22 1/24 1/26

tba, 10pm tba, 10:30pm Karaoke, 9:30pm Ken Volz, 10:30pm Emily’s Toybox, 10pm

The Darkhorse Tavern – Downtown State College 1/21

Dance, Aurora, 10pm

Elk Creek Café & Ale Works – Millheim 1/21 1/22 1/26

Ray Anderson Quartet, 8pm Hannah Bingman + Van Wagner, 4pm Pub Hang, 7:30pm

Gman- Downtown State College 1/20 1/21 1/22 1/24 1/25 1/26

DJ Boner, 10pm-2am DJ Cup Cake, 10pm-2am DJ Bobby V, 10pm-2am DJ Boner, 10pm-2am Team Trivia, 9pm-11pm; Karaoke, 11pm-2am DJ Cup Cake, 10pm-2am

Governor’s Pub – Bellefonte 1/25 1/26

Bisquit Jam JT Blues

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Wee ek kl ly ly Ent nt tert rta tainm nm ment “Magic Realism” by Oil Painter Veronica Winters

By Wendy Klimek

STATE COLLEGE – Local artist, teacher, and author Veronica Winters has a gift for creating sublime, peaceful work that reflects not only her realistic sensibilities, but also her appreciation for the unexpected.

A native of Russia with an MFA from Penn State, Ms. Winters draws inspiration from the brushwork of such artists as John Singer Sargent and Edouard Manet. Moreover, her work often contains hidden meanings similar to those of artists Dali and Magritte.

“Winters focuses on capturing the delicate forms and colors in landscapes. She hopes her work conveys deep respect for art and its place in people’s lives.”

American Art Collector 2009 Combining both the precision of pencil and the fantasy of paint, Ms. Winters teaches her techniques in her State College studio and at the Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania. Her Web site, http://www.veronicasart.com, offers many free tutorials, information on taking lessons, as well as information on commissions.

Her work is on display at the Betsy Rodgers Allen Gallery at Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen Street, State College, throughout January. The exhibit is free and open to the public.

Inferno Brick Oven & Bar – Downtown State College 1/20 1/21 1/25 1/26

DJ Fuego, 10pm DJ Cashous Greg and Steve Acoustic DJ Remedy

Mountain Valley Diner – Wingate 1/26

Parlor Pickers

Otto’s Pub & Brewery – N. Atherton St., State College 1/20 1/23 1/24 1/25 1/26

Miss Melanie and the Valley Rats Wild Game Night, Pizza & Beer Trivia Acoustic Music, 8-10pm Acoustic Thursdays with 18 Strings

The Phyrst – Downtown State College 1/20 1/21 1/22 1/23 1/24 1/25 1/26

Dom and The Fig, 8pm- 10pm, Ted and The Hi Fi’s, 10:30pm-2am Phyrst Phamily, 7:30pm-9:30pm Veleeta, 10:30pm-2am 2Twenty2 Open Mic Night, 10pm-Midnight Lowjack, Midnight- 2am Table Ten The Nightcrawlers, 10:30pm Jason & Dan, 8pm- 10pm Maxwell Strait, 10:30pm

Pizza Mia – Bellefonte 1/20

Karaoke with Ken Yeaney

The Rathskeller – Downtown State College 1/20 1/21 1/26

Mr. Hand, 10:30pm Table Ten, 10:30pm Team Trivia, 7pm

The Saloon – Downtown State College 1/20 1/22 1/23 1/24 1/25 1/26

Velveeta, 10:30pm Atomic Supersonic, 10:30pm Smokin’ Karaoke, 10:30pm Broken, 10:30pm Table Ten, 10:30pm My Hero Zero, 10:30pm

Zeno’s Pub – Downtown State College 1/20 1/21 1/24 1/25 1/26

Ms. Melanie & the Valley Rats, 5pm AAA Blues Band, 7pm Spider Kelly, 10:30pm Pure Cane Sugar, 10:30pm Natalie Berrena, 11pm Andy Tolins Bluegrass Revue, 12am The Night Crawlers, 10:30pm Wilgus & Bishop & Waffles, Belly Dancers, 7pm

Zola – Downtown State College 1/20

Jay Vonada Trio, 9pm-midnight

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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 FREE in The Gazette, just e-mail your entertainment to ccgazette@hughes.net.

Bald Eagle Drama Club Presents Humpty Dumpty is Missing WINGATE – The Bald Eagle Area Drama Club will present Humpty Dumpty is Missing on February 3 and 4 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bald Eagle Area Middle/High School. Humpty Dumpty is an affectionate spoof of the private-eye thrillers of the 1940s and ’50s and an exciting, fun-filled way to introduce young audiences to this classic genre.

Sammy Scoop is a private investigator in the tradition of his grandfather, Samuel Shovel and his father, Sam Spade. Sammy faces the biggest challenge of his illustrious career with the sudden fall and disappearance of the jolly Humpty Dumpty who apparently had no enemies. But Sammy and his sidekick, Alice from Dallas, soon come up with a list of suspects who had motive and, perhaps, opportu-

nity. Mistress Mary, Rip Van Winkle, Henny-Penny, Peter Rabbit and his sisters, Rapunzel and the Handsome Prince (who, because he is a painter, prefers to be called the Artist Formerly Known As the Handsome Prince) are among the many suspects called onto the carpet.

A last-minute surprise appearance by two of fairy tales most celebrated characters, Mother Goose and Mother Hubbard, finally help Sammy and Alice nab Tickets are $5 for adults; $3 for children.

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Romeo, You Idiot - free January 21 at 8 p.m.

Penns Valley High School Auditorium Come and see this production of Romeo, You Idiot presented by the Senior High Drama Students at Penns Valley High School. Take a step back into time to see the mobster love story between two star-crossed lovers. This production is a variation of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.

Winterfest Music Series Concert January 22 at 3 p.m.

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Church You are invited to the Winterfest Music Series Concert January 22 at 3 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County, 780 Waupelani Drive, State College. Penn State faculty clarinetist, Anthony Costa, and oboist, Robyn Dixon Costa, will perform, assisted by pianist Ann Deighton and violist Timothy Deighton. Tickets are $10; students and children are admitted free.

Chi Ro Singers Concert January 26 at 7 p.m.

Bald Eagle Valley Community UMC This choir of the Susquehanna Conference of the United Methodist Church includes 40 pastors under the direction of The Reverend John Dromazos. The concert will be a celebration of God's love through music. Various styles of music will be presented, which includes classical, traditional, contemporary, folk, and folk-rock selections. The church is behind the Sheetz in Wingate. A freewill offering will be taken.

Heart of Gold The Music of Neil Young January 28 at 7 p.m.

The State Theatre The State Theatre presents Heart of Gold, the Music of Neil Young, to benefit Easter Seals and The State Theatre – January 28 at 7 p.m. There will also be a 5:30 p.m. VIP reception. Tickets are $45 Gold Circle, $35 Orchestra, $25 Balcony and $100 VIP, which includes the reception and an event ticket. Heart of Gold is a fundraiser featuring an all-star lineup of local musical talents, performing the music of one of rock 'n roll's most prolific talent, Neil Young.

Symphonic Pops Concert Saturday, January 28 at 7:30 p.m.

Nittany Valley Symphony Eisenhower Auditorium The symphony presents a pops and light classical program including more of Maestro Jinbo’s “favorite things” including: What's Up at the Symphony?, a medley of classical tunes used in Warner Bros. cartoons; Suppé: Morning, Noon and Night in Vienna, used in the Warner Bros. cartoon Baton Bunny; Ponchielli: Dance of the Hours from La Gioconda, used in Disney's Fantasia; Tchaikovsky: Capriccio Italien, Op.4, Bernstein: Overture to Candide, Hayman: Pops Hoe-Down medley of folk fiddle tunes; Willson: The Music Man, Symphonic Impressions; and Norris: Here Come the Bands big band medley. For tickets, call (814) 863-0255 or 1800-ARTS-TIX. Sunday Afternoons at the Library - free January 29 at 2:30 p.m.

Centre County Library & Historical Museum The second in this year’s free concert series features Amanda Silliker, soprano and Svetlana Rodionova, piano.

Happy Birthday Mozart January 29 at 3 p.m.

Grand Ballroom, Ramada Inn, State College The Pennsylvania Centre Orchestra presents a season called “The Magic of Music – Happy Birthday Mozart.” On Sunday, January 29 at 3 p.m. at the Ramada Inn Grand Ballroom, the Pennsylvania Centre Orchestra treats you to the overture to The Magic Flute, arias from Mitridate, and The Marriage of Figaro with soprano Jennifer Trost. They will also perform Eine kleine Nachtmusik and the romantic Symphony Number 40 in G Minor under the baton of Maestro Douglas Meyer.

Tickets are $29 and $19; table seating $75. All seating is reserved. Get tickets online at www.centreorchestra.org or call (814) 234-8313.

Humpty Dumpty is Missing February 3 & 4 at 7:30 p.m.

Bald Eagle Area Middle School The Bald Eagle Area Middle School Drama Club will present Humpty Dumpty is Missing on Friday, February 3 and Saturday, February 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Doors open at 7 p.m., with tickets available at the door.

Adults $5; students and children $3.The public is welcome!

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Red Cross Blood Drive Schedule JANUARY 24 - JANUARY 27 TUES., JAN. 24 10:00-4:00

RED CROSS DONOR CENTER, 135 S. PUGH ST., STATE COLLEGE Weis Fresh Baked Donuts in the canteen.

TUES., JAN. 24 12:30-6:30

BOALSBURG VOLUNTEER FIRE HALL, 113 E. PINE ST., BOALSBURG

TUES., JAN. 24 12:30-6:30

SNOW SHOE AMBULANCE BUILDING, 492 W. SYCAMORE RD., SNOW SHOE

TUES., JAN. 24 1:00-7:00

WARRIOR'S MARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, RT. 550, CENTRE LINE RD., WARRIOR'S MARK

WED., JAN. 25 1:00-7:00

PSU/EAST HALLS - FINDLAY COMMONS, ROOM 124, **THON DRIVE

THURS., JAN. 26 12:00-6:00

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 205 S. GARNER ST., STATE COLLEGE

THURS., JAN. 26 1:00-7:00

PSU/EAST HALLS - FINDLAY COMMONS, ROOM 124 **THON DRIVE

THURS., JAN. 26 10:00-4:00

PSU/SPARKS BUILDING, ROOM 7, FRASER ST. **THON DRIVE

FRI., JAN. 27 10:00-4:00

FAIRWAYS AT BROOKLINE, ACTIVITIES ROOM, 1950 CLIFFSIDE DR., STATE COLLEGE

FRI., JAN. 27 12:00-6:00

PSU/BRILL HALL, MCKEAN RD. **THON DRIVE

Death Notices and Obituaries John A. Kowalczyk, Sr. November 22, 1947 - January 16, 2012 John A. Kowalczyk, Sr., 64, of Bellefonte, passed away Monday, January 16, 2012. He was born November 22, 1947, in Coupon, PA, a son of the late Stanley and Helen (Dobrowski) Kowalczyk. He was married to Nancy (Buechele) Kowalczyk, who survives at home.

John was a 1965 graduate of Galitzin High School. He had worked as a Service Technician for Verizon, retiring after 33 years of service.

John was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Bellefonte American Legion Post #33, Undine Volunteer Fire Company #2, and the Knights of Columbus.

Along with his wife he is survived by one daughter, Tammy Watkins (Andy) of Landis, NC, one son, Jake Kowalczyk (Lisa) of Bellefonte, two sisters: Helen Ann Summers (Al) of Alexandria, VA, Jean Wagner (John) of Altoona, two brothers: Ronald Kowalczyk (Florence) of St. Augustine, FL, Michael Kowalczyk (Geri) of Carthage, NY, and sister-in-law Alice Kowalczyk of Ashville, PA. John is also survived by his five grandchildren: Tyler Kowalczyk and Drew Watkins both of Landis, NC, and Landen, Wyatt, and Emma Kowalczyk all of Bellefonte.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother, Stanley Kowalczyk.

A public visitation was held Thursday, January 19, 2012, from 6-8 p.m., at Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., 206 N. Spring St., Bellefonte, PA. A Vigil for the Deceased was held Thursday evening, at the funeral home, with Deacon Thomas Boldin.

Funeral Mass was held Friday, January 20, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., at St. John the Evangelical Catholic Church, 134 E. Bishop St., Bellefonte, PA, with Father Mark Reid officiating. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family in Calvary Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in John’s name may be made to St. John the Evangelist Catholic School, 116 E. Bishop St., Bellefonte, PA 16823 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com.

Denis M. Montgomery April 10, 1944 - January 13, 2012 Denis M. Montgomery, 67, of Bellefonte died Friday, January 13, 2012 at his home. Born in Rochester, NY, he graduated from Bellefonte High School in 1962, after which he attended Millersburg University on a football scholarship.

Mr. Montgomery lived in Gloucester, Massachusetts for over 35 years, where he enjoyed a very successful career in medical sales. During that time, he represented and owned companies that serviced the cardiovascular surgery, cardiology, cardiopulmonary, anesthesia, kidney dialysis, and labor and delivery and plastic surgery markets. He recently returned to Bellefonte, where he worked for Penn State University’s Global Accessibility Initiative. There, he was involved with Penn State’s inclusive Recreation for Wounded Warriors program, developing the adaptive golf professional certification training program. Denis worked closely with PGA and LPGA pros across the country, and, most notably, helped to facilitate the design of an adaptive golf club for a woman with quadrilateral amputation.

His passion for golf extended beyond his work.

Provided there was no snow on the ground, you could find Denis on the links working on his handicap. Intellectually curious, Denis was never without a book or a newspaper and was always up for a healthy debate on a range of topics.

And heaven help the poor soul who dared insult his beloved Red Sox. Mr. Montgomery is survived by a large and loving family, including Susan Montgomery of

Bellefonte, and five children: Denise Royster, and her husband, Scott, of Williamsburg, VA; Mary Beth Montgomery and her partner, Adam Sawyer, of Boston, MA; Meg Montgomery, of Boston, MA; Michael Montgomery, and his partner, Jason Dodge, of Boulder, CO; and Jack Montgomery, and his wife Laura, of Gloucester, MA. Mr. Montgomery is also survived by five grandchildren: Andrew, Cecilia, Eli, Ben and Daniel; and two brothers: Richard, and his wife, Ida, and Tom, and his wife, Cathy.

All services are private and at the convenience of the family.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to: The Global Accessibility Initiative, Penn State University (please ensure the full name appears on your check), 701H Ford Building, University Park, PA 16802.

Arrangements are under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., in Bellefonte.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com.

Robert Eugene Moses June 17, 1954 - January 12, 2012 Robert Eugene Moses, 57, of Centre Hall, passed away Thursday, Jan. 12, 2012, as a result of an automobile accident. Born on June 17, 1954, in Altoona, he was the son of the late Chauncy Moses and Myrtle (Moore) Moses. He married Cathy "Kay" (Martin) Moses, who survives at home. He was a 1972 graduate of Hollidaysburg High School and attended Penn State University, where he majored in accounting.

Robert was a driver for CATA Bus in State College for 22 years and was well-known around the State College community. He was of the Protestant Faith. Robert was an avid Penn State fan and enjoyed watching golf and NASCAR. Along with his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Lyndsey Mary Ellen Moses, of State College, and Victoria Cathleen Moses, at home; and three sisters. There will be a public viewing from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 16, 2012, at Wetzler Funeral Service Inc, 206 N. Spring St., Bellefonte. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012, at the funeral home, with Pastor Rob Tevis officiating. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Bellefonte. Online condolences may be made at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com.

Tyler Vaughn Struble September 20, 1991 - January 16, 2012 Tyler Struble, 20, passed away Monday, January 16, 2012. Born September, 20, 1991 in State College, he was a son of Calvin and Eleanor (Tressler) Struble, who survive in Runville.

Along with his parents he is survived by his son Jayden Blaze Struble of Bellefonte, one brother, Troy Struble of Beech Creek, grandparents, Jackie and Tom Flory of Wingate, Vaughn and Joann Struble of Olster, PA, Leonard and Marsha Tressler of Moshannaon, Sally Tressler of Yarnell, and great-grandparents, Vaughn and Marlene Struble of Bellefonte.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Rebecca Ann Struble.

Friends will be received Monday, January 23, 2012 at Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., 206 N. Spring St., Bellefonte, PA, from 4:00-5:00 p.m. A memorial service will immediately follow at 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home, with speaker Todd Fisher. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a trust fund for his son, Jayden Blaze Struble, in care of Fulton Bank, 122 Eagle Point, Bellefonte, PA 16823.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com.

JANUARY 20, 2012

WHAT’S HAPPENING? E-mail your organization’s events to editor@centrecountygazette. com. Please have them in by Wednesday noon in order to be included in Friday’s edition.

Please see our Web site for the complete What’s Happening calendar, including additional future events.

Arts, Crafts & Sales January 27 & 28 – Indoor garage & bake sale There is an indoor garage & bake sale at the State College Knights of Columbus Hall, 850 Stratford Drive, State College on Friday, January 27 and Saturday, January 28 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days.

Food will be available.

January 28 – Free Coats The Buffalo Run United Methodist Charge Coat Ministry, on Route 550 at the crossroads of Buffalo Run Road and Rock Road, will be open to distribute free winter coats and accessories (hats, gloves, boots) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through January 28. Call (814) 237-4707 or (814) 355-2208 for more information.

Dining & Take Out January 20 – Community Meal There is a community meal January 20 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. or until sold out – at the Emmanuel UMC in Rebersburg. Meal of pig stomach, coleslaw, vegetable, and dessert. Adults $9; 12 and under $6. Everyone is invited for food and fellowship!

January 20 – Ham Pot Pie Supper The Ferguson Twp. Lion's Club will hold a ham pot pie dinner on Friday January 20 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The cost is $7.50; eat in or take out. Questions call (814) 238-6695.

January 21 – Dessert Cabaret The Bald Eagle Area Drama Club will hold a Dessert Cabaret on January 21 at 6 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. Advance tickets available from a drama member or parent for $7; will be $8 at the door.

The public is welcome.

January 21 – Chicken BBQ The Snow Shoe Fire Company is holding a chicken b-b-q January 21 at the Snow Shoe Park. Sales ready by 11 a.m. Dinner is $7; half chickens $6.

January 21 – Soup & Bake Sale There is a Soup & Bake Sale Saturday January 21 from 9 a.m. to noon at New Hope Methodist Church, Axemann Road, Bellefonte. $5.00 a quart for home made soups and various baked goods.

January 27 – Roast Beef Dinner There is a Roast Beef Dinner January 27 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, 512 Hughes St., Bellefonte. Adults $8, children $4. All are welcome January 27 – Spaghetti Dinner Grace Lutheran Church, corner of Garner and Beaver, downtown State College, is holding its fourth-annual Nicaragua Medical Mission Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser January 27 (snow 1/28) Meal includes fresh bread, side salad, a generous plate of spaghetti topped with meatballs (if desired) and dessert. Dinner is 5 to 7 p.m.; eat in or take out.

Suggested donation $8 adult, $4 child.

This Week at Bald Eagle State Park Please call the Bald Eagle State Park Office for more information at (814) 625-2775!

Saturday, January 21 Learning Center Open House Stop in at the Environmental Learning Center to look around at various mounts and educational displays. A park volunteer or staff member will be on hand to talk or share general information about Bald Eagle State Park from noon to 3 p.m.

Friday, January 27 Environmental Learning Center Open House Stop in at the Environmental Learning Center to look around at various mounts and educational displays. A park volunteer or staff member will be on hand to talk or share general information about Bald Eagle State Park. Open house is from 6 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, January 28 Ice Fishing Basics!

Are you looking for an interesting afternoon in the middle of winter? Learn the basic techniques and tackle involved with ice fishing. This is a great way to spend time outdoors in the winter. If there is insufficient ice, the program will be cancelled.

Meet at the Winter Launch. Course is from 2 to 3 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, January 27 & 28 Eat. LEED. Ski. Package Join the Nature Inn at Bald Eagle to sample what the Park and Inn have to offer during this blustery season. An all inclusive, two-night stay is designed to introduce you to our sustainability efforts and outdoor pursuits. The weekend begins with an evening snowshoe trek and the next morning you can try your hands at cross country skiing. After skiing and maybe ice fishing, you can enjoy a locally sourced meal.

Call the Nature Inn at (814) 625-2879 to book your stay, or to receive more information.

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Fundraisers & Social Events

January 21 – Family Fun Day The Buffalo Run United Methodist Charge is sponsoring a Family Fun Day at the Bellefonte location of the Centre County YMCA January 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. Bring the whole family and enjoy games, swimming, pizza and lots of fun! It’s free and open to everyone. More info, call (814) 355-2208.

January 22 – Indoor Sports Day Families are invited for Indoor Sports Day January 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the State College YMCA. Also sponsored by Schlow Centre Region Library, the day was inspired by Centre County Reads 2012 selection, The Book Thief. Enjoy rockwall climbing, scooter racing, full body gaming with Xbox Kinect, giant dominoes, soccer obstacle course, and more. Free copies of the book while they last.

January 22 – A Green Forum The public is invited to a free green forum, “Saving the Planet Begins at Home,” with presentations by local experts and open discussion, sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Centre County.

It’s Sunday, January 22 from 2 to 4 p.m., no reservations necessary, at the College Township Building, 1481 E. College Avenue State College.

January 23 – Classes at Art Alliance Art Alliance in Lemont is starting a new series of classes and workshops this month. If you are interested in any of these, call (814) 2342740 or e-mail info@artalliancepa.org. Classes that do not receive sufficient registrations will be cancelled.

Oil Painting – Mondays 9 a.m. to noon, four weeks starting January 23 with Jennifer Kane – Enjoy interacting with other painters while receiving instruction on oil painting materials and methods.

Fee: $80 members; $90 non-members.

Sketch! – Mondays from 1 to 3 p.m. for four weeks starting January 23 with Jennifer Kane – Learn how to create quick observational drawings from life with pencil and water media. Fee: $60 members; $70 non-members January 25 – Adventures in Parenting Seminar All are invited to attend the first in a four-part speaker series, Adventures in Parenting - Social Media - The Good, The Bad and the Ugly on January 25 at 7 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Academy, Boalsburg Pike. Expert Lee Erickson will provide a great mix of real-life experience and research-based advice, like the role of social media in teens' lives, positives and negatives of social media, what kids get out of social media, setting boundaries, and the ins and outs of Facebook.

It’s free and open to the public.

January 26 – Genealogy Webinar Conference On Thursday, January 26 at 7 p.m. the State College Family History Center and the Centre County Genealogical Society are cosponsoring a Webinar broadcast by the Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 842 Whitehall Road, State College. Two professional genealogists will give presentations on research strategies and evaluating evidence. The public is invited.

January 21 – Singles Dance Singles Adult Ministry will hold the SAM Dance 4 Singles on Saturday January 21 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Mount Nittany United Methodist Church, 1500 E. Branch Road, State College (Lemont area). Enjoy a night of dancing while making new friends. Music by DJ Jeff Pennycoff, including special requests. Casual dress. You must be at least 21; ID required. Admission is $8 for DJ dance events, refreshments. Couples also welcome.

January 27 – Love of Art & Chocolate ClearWater Conservancy is offering its delicious blend of chocolate, art, and music at the 13th annual For the Love of Art & Chocolate from 7 to 9:30 p.m. January 27 at the Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel. All proceeds go to advance ClearWater’s land and water conservation efforts in central PA. Tickets are $30, available by calling (814) 237-0400 or e-mailing sarah@clearwaterconservancy.org. Tickets also sold at the door.

January 28 – Zumba Fitness Party for PAWS Join Centre County PAWS for a Zumba Fitness Party on Saturday, January 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at South Hills School of Business in State College. Tickets are $20 a person. All proceeds benefit PAWS. For more info, visit www.centrecountypaws.org.

January 29 – Democrat Potluck Party The Centre County Democratic Committee petition-signing, potluck party is Sunday January 29 at the Centre Hall Lions Club, 153 East Church Street. Meet Democratic candidates and elected officials. Doors open at 1 p.m.; event begins at 1:30 p.m. Bring your favorite covered dish or dessert to share. CCDC will provide tableware and beverages Traditional door prizes and activities Supporter Ticket Donation Only $10. For info, visit www.CentreCountyDems.com or www.facebook.com/CentreCountyDems.

Kids’ Stuff January 23 – Great Girls program GREAT GIRLS (Girls Respecting Each other And Themselves) is a free six-week program for girls in grades six to eight designed to promote self-esteem and self-respect with a section of physical fitness.

Each will have the opportunity to gain positive leadership skills that will help them lead a healthy life. There will be many components such as healthy eating, body image, and how to stay active while having fun. They meet every Monday from 3:30 to 5:15 p.m. starting January 23 at Bellefonte Middle School. For more info, e-mail Cameron cfrantz@ymcaofcentrecounty.org or visit www.ymcaofcentrecounty.org.

January 28 – District Hoop Shoot Contest The Elks North Central District Hoop Shoot will be hosted by the Bellefonte Elks Lodge # 1094 January 28 at the Bellefonte High Gymnasium. Registration and practice from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., followed by the contest. Event is open to all winners or substitutes of prior Elks Local Lodge Hoop Shoot contests. The District Hoop Shoot chair is Dick Mulfinger, Bellefonte Elks (814) 355-2828.

This Week’s

CENTRE COUNTY LIBRARY ACTIVITIES

Centre County Library/Bellefonte, Centre Hall, East Penns Valley, Holt/Philipsburg & Bookmobile CENTRE COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE – Fully accessible library on wheels!

The Fall Schedule is now available. Check out our Web site for locations and hours. Stop by the library or your local Post Office for your copy. The Bookmobile travels to many communities reaching thousands of visitors each month. Look for it in your neighborhood.

Centre County Library/Bellefonte— call (814) 355-1516 for more information: Facebook: Centre-County-Library-and-Historical Museum Storytime programs meet Pa Learning Standards for Early Childhood Education HOOKS AND NEEDLES – Bring your projects to share ideas and tips with others who love to knit!

Every Thursday 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

ADULT WINTER READING CLUB – Book Your Escape! Now through March, Read books, Get free stuff!

AFTER SCHOOL ADVENTURES –Educational and fun crafts for kids in K to fifth grade.

Thursday, January 26; 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. “Science Experiment” PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME—Stories and crafts especially for children under 5 years old with an adult.

Monday & Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m.

Tuesday afternoons at 1:30 p.m.

BABY LAP SIT STORYTIMES—Stories for the “littlest ears” 0 to two years old with an adult.

Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.

USED BOOK SALE—Visit during regular operating hours for used books, video and music.

Friday, January 27 & Saturday, January 28 FAMILY OVERNIGHT—Pajama Storytime and Stuffed Animal Sleep Over Thursday, January 26, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.

Holt Memorial Library/Philipsburg— call (814) 342-1987 for more information: Storytime programs meet Pa Learning Standards for Early Childhood Education MOTHER GOOSE ON THE LOOSE—For children aged three and under and a favorite adult. Join us for a musical, rhyming adventure through the world of Mother Goose. This is a form of a baby lap-sit, with the focus being on rhythms, rhymes, music, and interaction between baby and adult. Mother Goose on the Loose aides in the development of both pre-reading and social skills. The program runs about 30 minutes. Stay after for fun with friends and educational playthings. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

January 24 & 31 STORY-TIME PROGRAMS—For preschool-aged children with their adults. Come enjoy stories followed by related activities and interaction with some of your peers. Some crafts and activities involve parts or directions not suitable for children under three. Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. and Thursdays at 2 p.m.

January 25 & 26: Mouth & Nose

ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS—Activities for children in grades Kindergarten through six. There may be small parts or difficult instructions involved. Thursdays at 6 p.m.

January 26: Perler Bead Creations Donate Partially Used Gift Cards! Clean out those cards from your wallet.

No amount is too small, no card will be refused! We will use the donated cards to help fund the 2012 summer reading program.

East Penns Valley Branch Library at 225 E. Main Street in Millheim (Millheim Borough Building)—call (814) 349-5328 for more information: Storytime programs meet Pa Learning Standards for Early Childhood Education NEEDLES NIGHT AT THE LIBRARY – Bring any portable needles project you are working on and share ideas and tips with others.

Thursdays at 6 p.m.

ADULT WINTER READING CLUB – Book Your Escape! Now through March, Read books, Get free stuff!

CHILDREN’S AREA – FIZZ, BANG, EUREKA! Meet us for crafts and/or science experiments! Cool fun for everyone. New drop-in crafts every week!

Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m.

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME – Stories and crafts especially for children under five years old with an adult.

Monday mornings at 10:30 a.m.

Tuesday mornings at 1:30 p.m.

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Centre Hall Area Branch Library— call (814) 364-2580 for more information: Storytime programs meet Pa Learning Standards for Early Childhood Education PENNS VALLEY KNITTERS—Enjoy an evening at the library sharing your ideas and tips with others who love to knit!

January 26 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

AFTER SCHOOL DROP-IN CRAFT—Perfect after school educational science experiment and fun activities.

Wednesday afternoons from 3:30 to 5 p.m.

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Now through March, Read books, Get free stuff!

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Thursday afternoons at 2:30 p.m.

Donate Partially Used Gift Cards! Clean out those cards from your wallet.

No amount is too small, no card will be refused! We will use the donated cards to help fund the 2012 summer reading program.

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GROUP MEETINGS Adult Bible Study & Kids Program is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m., offering practical help from the Bible and a fun and productive time for kids. For more info, visit nittanybaptist.org or call (814) 360-1601.

AGLOW Valentine’s Dinner is February 15 at 5:30 p.m. at Sunset West, Pleasant Gap. $9.75 at the door. A family style-dinner will be served. Speaker is Pastor John Essy. Pastor Essy’s new church, Charis, a Greek word for grace, is scheduled to start February 5 at Toftrees Resort. Make reservations before February 11. Come alone or bring your spouse or friend. For reservations, call Karen (814) 357-5855, Carol (814) 355-5576, or Jean (814) 364-1977.

THE GAZETTE - SERVING CENTRE COUNTY he Gazette will publish the regular meeting dates & times for all Centre County social & service groups, organizations, clubs, etc. that have membership open to the public. To have yours listed send to editor@centrecountygazette.com or Stott Publications, PO Box 129, Warriors Mark, Pa. 16877

out bellefontetrain.org or leave a message (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. Guests and visitors welcome. For information, contact Debbie Rowley (814) 880-9453.

Bellefonte VFW Post 1600 will hold their monthly post meeting the second Thursday of every month at 8 p.m. at the Post Home on Spring Street, Bellefonte.

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.

Bellefonte VFW Post 1600 Ladies Auxiliary will hold their monthly meeting the second Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. the Post Home on Spring Street, Bellefonte.

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.

Better Breathers Support Group does not have a meeting in January or February, but normally meets the third Thursday of every month from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, Pleasant Gap. Call (814) 359-3421.

AWANA Club is every Sunday at 6 p.m. by the First Baptist Church in Bellefonte. Fun activities and Bible lessons for ages three to sixth grade. Materials provided. ALIVE Teens club meets Sunday nights. For info, call (814) 3555678 or visit www.fbcbellefonte.org.

Bald Eagle Grange #151 meets the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Grange Hall in Runville.

Bald Eagle Watershed Association meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Milesburg Borough Building. Visit www.baldeaglewatershed.com BHS Class of 1956 holds a monthly dinner on the second Friday of each month at the Bellefonte Moose at 6 p.m. Any questions call Kay (814) 359-2738.

BEA Class of 1962 meets for breakfast monthly on the first Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. at the Mountain Valley Diner at Wingate. Questions, please call Sandy (814) 387-4218.

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 1967 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.

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 are open to the public. Check

BNI (Business Networking International) meets weekly on Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at Celebration Hall. $10 fee for room and breakfast. Members share ideas, contacts, and business referrals. Contact Kelly Swisher (814) 280-1656.

Brain Injury Support Group meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. – No meetings Jan. or Feb. – at HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, Pleasant Gap. Call (814) 359-3421.

Breast Cancer Support Group meets Monday, February 6, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Conference Room 3, Entrance B, Mt. Nittany Medical Center, State College. For info, contact Cheri Woll (814) 231-7005 or cwoll@mountnittany.org. The January 9 meeting features a presentation by Dr. Ari Geselowitz, medical director of the Breast Care Center, on screening and diagnostic testing for breast cancer, and follow-up imaging

The Business of Art workshops will be held on the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at Sozo Institute of the Arts, in the KeyCentre building, 1224 N. Atherton Street, State College. Free workshops for writers, artists, and other creative people. For info, contact Will Snyder at (814) 880-9933 or info@sozoart.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 info, call (814) 280-5839.

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 monthly in the Mazza Room at South Hills Business School, State College from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the second Monday. This interactive educational stock model investment club is open to the public. Call (814) 2348775 or e-mail cr20mic@aol.com.

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The Compassionate Friends Group meets the second Monday of each month at Bellefonte Middle School from 7 to 9 p.m. TCF is a national non-profit support organization for families following the death of a child of any age, from any cause. All bereaved parents and adult family members welcomed, no charge.

For more info, contact Amanda (814) 3214258 or Peg (814) 355-9829.

1610 W College Ave, State College. The Writers Social is the fourth Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at The Autoport.

Circle of Hope, a support group for specialneeds children and families, meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Tyrone Public Library. For info, contact Angie (814) 386-1826 or alavanish@live.com.

Penns Valley Grange #158 meets the second Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the Grange Hall on Railroad Street in Spring Mills.

Diabetes Support Group meets Thursday, February 9, from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Mt. Nittany Medical Center. There is also a four-week series of diabetes self-management classes, “Life with Diabetes,” on Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15 February 22, from 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Mount Nittany Medical Center. For more information, contact Amy Leffard aleffard@mountnittany.org or (814) 231-7095.

Sacred Harp Singing meets the second and fourth Mondays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the University Mennonite Church, State College.

Visit www.StateCollegeSacredHarp.com.

The East Penns Valley Women’s Club meets Tuesday January 17 at 7 p.m. at the St. John Lutheran church at 100 Mill Street, Millheim.

For info, contact Lesa Boone at (814) 4228179 or lesaboone@verizon.net.

Grief Support Group at Centre Crest meets at 6 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month. For info, contact Anne Boal, Centre Crest, 502 East Howard Street, Bellefonte, (814) 548-1140 H.L.A.A (Hearing Lost Association of America) meets the second Monday of each month at Foxdale at 7 p.m. Learn the latest technology available for hearing loss.

Halfmoon Garden Club meets the first Thursday of the month. Membership is open to Halfmoon Township residents. Contact Alice McGregor (814) 692-7396 / almcgregor@comcast.net or Susan Kennedy (814) 692-5556 / susank81@gmail.com.

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, Tyrone. Call George at (814) 238-1668.

The Milesburg Lions Club invites the public to their meetings at the Milesburg center across from Uni-mart on the first Tuesday and the third Wednesday every month at 7 p.m.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, Outpatient Entrance, Pleasant Gap. Affiliated with the National MS Society. Call (814) 359-3421.

Nittany Knights Barbershop Chorus meets every Monday evening at 7:15 p.m. at South Hills School, State College. Men who like to sing are welcome. For info, visit www.nittanyknights.org, or call Bill (814) 355-3557.

Nittany Mineral Society meets the third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Room 114 Auditorium of the Earth & Engineering Sciences (EES) Bldg on the Penn State campus. Junior Rockhounds also meet third Wednesdays, 6:45 to 7:30 p.m. in Room 116 Earth & Engineering Sciences Building. Call (814) 8676263 or visit nittanymineral.org.

Nittany Valley Woodturners meet on the first Thursday of every month in the woodworking shop at State College High School, South Building. For info, contact Reg@MarketValueSolutions.com or visit www.NittanyValleyWoodturners.org.

Parent Support Group for Children with Eating Disorders meets the second Tuesday of each month from 7 to 8 p.m., at Mount Nittany Medical Center. For info, contact Kristie Kaufman (814) 466-7921.

Spring Creek Watershed Association meets the third Tuesday of each month from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Patton Township Building.

Most host a guest speaker with expertise in watershed, water resource, or other conservation issues. Visit springcreekwatershed.org.

State College Rotary Club meets weekly on Tuesday evenings at the Nittany Lion Inn, Faculty Staff Lounge, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

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, behind The Allen Street Grill) from 7:15 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 Aug. or Dec. Location is HealthSouth Nittany Valley Rehab Hospital, Pleasant Gap. Call (814) 359-3421.

TRIAD, a public safety group for senior citizens, meets the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. in various locations Call Helen Evans, chair, (814) 237-8932. The February 9 meeting meeting, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Patton Twp Municipal Building, is titled “Things You Want to Know About Alzheimer’s,” presented by Cindy Keith, RN. Trout Unlimited, a non-profit conservation organization, meets the first Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the Comfort Suites Hotel just off North Atherton. All meetings are open to the public.

Women’s Mid Day Connection luncheon is Tuesday, February 14 at 11:45 a.m. at the Elk’s Country Club, Boalsburg. For reservations and cancellations, call Margo (814) 3557615. Feature: “Dancing with OUR Stars” The Women’s Welcome Club of State College offers women of all ages – newcomers or long-time residents – the opportunity to meet new people. General meetings; social events; special interest groups. Meetings second Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Oakwood Presbyterian Church, State College. Call Kathi (814) 466-6641.

Zion MOPS & Beyond meets the first Thursday of each month from 9:30 to 11 a.m. and the third Thursday of each month from 7 to 8 p.m. 3261 Zion Road Bellefonte. This group is for moms with children of all ages!

Childcare is provided. Call (814) 383-4161.

Compiled by Sandie Biddle

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