State College, PA Events: Community Calendar

FALL HOURS for AAUW State College book donations are Monday 6-8pm, Tuesday and Wed. 9am-2:30pm, Sept 3-Dec 18. On these days and during these hours, bring books directly to the AAUW door and ring the bell. Someone will assist you with your books. Book donation bins are available 24/7 when not open.
For details visit aauwstatecollege.org. Book sale funds advance equity for women and girls. Questions? Give us a call at 814-466-6041.

Dates:	09/04/2019 - 12/18/2019
Start Time:	9:00 am
Location:	AAUW State College Book Workshop
Address:	176 Technology Drive, Boalsburg, PA, 16804 (map)
Website:	http://www.aauwstatecollege.org/booksale/donations.html
Photos:	1

We are looking for women who are within 1-5 years following menopause. We are testing out whether a beetroot supplement may be able to help with blood pressure and blood vessel health in women.

Dates:	08/06/2019 - 10/31/2019
Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	Noll Laboratory
Address:	State College, PA (map)
Photos:	1

The Penn State Pingers Toastmasters Club offers the community an experiential learning environment to build communication and leadership skills and grow in confidence.

PLEASE CHECK THE CALENDAR - The Pingers meet regularly on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesdays of the month. Check to see if today is a meeting Wednesday.

Guests welcome.

Dates:	01/30/2019 - 01/29/2030
Start Time:	12:00 pm
Location:	OLV Activity Center
Address:	820 Westerly Parkway, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://pingers.toastmastersclubs.org
Photos:	2

Join us in the Downsbrough Community Room - a place for you to play with your child and talk with other parents. Ages: 18 to 36 months.

Singing, dancing, fingerplays, and stories - a fun time for you and your toddler. Recommended for 24 to 36 months. Limit: 15. Registration required.

We love stories! Join us for stories, songs, flannelboards, and more. Recommended for ages 3 to 5. Limit: 15. Registration required.

Every Wednesday 10:30-11am
Visit with your baby to explore science together through books and movement. Perfect for adults with a 6-month to 2-year-old child.
Free with membership or paid admission.

Dates:	09/18/2019 - 11/20/2019
Start Time:	10:30 am
Location:	Discovery Space
Address:	1224 N Atherton Street, State College, PA, 16803 (map)
Website:	http://https://discoveryspace.org
Photos:	1

At preschool storytime, we read, sing, dance and learn!

Join us in the Downsbrough Community Room - a place for you to play with your child and talk with other parents. Ages: 18 to 36 months.

Hoops at OLV is a developmental basketball league for all area boys and girls in grades K to 6. Proceeds from this program DIRECTLY support our great school! Practices and games take place in the OLVCS gym. Cost: $90 for 8 weeks of fun!

Dates:	10/15/2019 - 11/15/2019
Start Time:	12:00 pm
Location:	Our Lady of Victory Catholic School
Address:	800 Westerly Parkway, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://https://olvhoops.com/
Photos:	1

Join us to build your next great masterpiece. We will then display them for patrons to see.

After-School Studio is for kids ages 5 and up. Drop off your child after school for an experience of self-paced Mindful MAKING. Prompts will be set up to stimulate creativity. Children will have the opportunity to experiment with an abundance of new materials & techniques to achieve their own creative ideas.

After-School Studio is all about PROCESS ART. It is Art that is about the MAKING & DOING in a safe and inspiring environment. It's about MAKING CONNECTIONS by supporting and encouraging each other.

Cost is $200 for all sessions or $22 drop in rate per child

Register here:
https://themakerypa.bigcartel.com/product/after-school-art-studio

Wednesdays 3:30-5:00
(9/11, 9/18/,9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13)

Dates:	09/11/2019 - 11/13/2019
Start Time:	3:30 pm
Location:	The Makery
Address:	209 W. Calder Way, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://themakerypa.com
Photos:	2

Program for elementary age children of wholesome fun and learning the Bible and how to defend the faith

Are you looking for ways to be more mindful? To relieve stress and anxiety? To strengthen and tone your body? Or are you simply looking to try something new? If the answer to any of these questions is “yes”, then this class is just for you – and it’s great for beginning and experienced yogis alike! Gentle Yoga focuses on slow fluid movements combined with a variety of breathing techniques; the goal is to calm the mind, relax the body, bring balance to the breath, and “just be”.

Stay up to date on our most recent class schedule, via our website: http://www.wellnessinmotionstudio.com/classes-and-events/class-calendar/

Learn how to safely practice yoga for scoliosis:
- Reduce pain, increase body awareness, restore balance to your body.
- Understand your unique scoliosis pattern; curves verses concavities.
- Become aware of your body habits.
- Receive support from a like minded group, who all understand what it's like to have scoliosis.

Classes are limited to a maximum of 6 students to ensure that each person receives individual attention, therefore pre-registration is required. You can do so on our website:
http://www.wellnessinmotionstudio.com/classes-and-events/class-calendar/

No yoga experience is necessary. If you'd like to discuss your specific back concerns with Mandy before class, please email [email protected]

Cost: $30/class or 4 classes for $100

This class takes place on Mondays at 10:30am as well.

After-School Studio is for kids ages 5 and up. Drop off your child after school for an experience of self-paced Mindful MAKING. Prompts will be set up to stimulate creativity. Children will have the opportunity to experiment with an abundance of new materials & techniques to achieve their own creative ideas.

After-School Studio is all about PROCESS ART. It is Art that is about the MAKING & DOING in a safe and inspiring environment. It's about MAKING CONNECTIONS by supporting and encouraging each other.

Cost is $200 for all sessions or $22 drop in rate per child

Register here:
https://themakerypa.bigcartel.com/product/after-school-art-studio

Wednesdays 3:30-5:00
(9/11, 9/18/,9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13)

Dates:	09/11/2019 - 11/13/2019
Start Time:	3:30 pm
Location:	The Makery
Address:	209 W. Calder Way, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://themakerypa.com
Photos:	2

A mat-based formatted class designed for people who like to sweat & burn calories! Inspired by Yoga and Pilates using focus, flow, and fusion-style movements, as it incorporates dynamic balance, strength, flexibility, and functional training in a rhythmic style. Suitable for all levels!

This class focuses on yoga asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing exercises), and helps to bring balance to the body. Emphasis is placed on core strength, flexibility and balance as well as concentration and breath control. Basic, intermediate and more advanced variations of the asanas will be provided with a focus on proper breathing and safe alignment. Meditation, guided imagery and relaxation will also be incorporated to support deep relaxation. Whether a novice or seasoned yogi/yogini you will leave this class feeling both recharged and relaxed.

What would you risk to be given the chance to go to school? Your family? Your friends? For many in the U.S. we do not have to consider these alternatives. But for William Kamkwamba, access to education has never been a given. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind is based on his true story. Born in an agricultural village in Malawi, William tinkers with electronics. Soon after beginning school, a drought overcomes his village, which plunges into violence and starvation. School is a privilege his family can no longer afford to give William or his sister. But William believes his engineering education could be the key to solving the famine, if only he can overcome his father’s resistance to letting youths take the lead in community decision-making.

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind marks Academy Award nominee (12 Years a Slave) Chiwetel Ejiofor’s directorial debut and raises important issues about the interconnections between access to education, poverty, hunger, clean energy, and climate change. In communities across the globe, too often the choice has been between school and survival. Even in the United States, the poorest households are four times more likely to have children out of school than wealthier families. And yet, education, most critically for women and girls, is one of the most important sustainable development and climate solutions (the Drawdown Project to solve climate change ranks it as the sixth most impactful action to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions). Join us for this emotionally powerful film and conversation!

Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	132 HUB Flex Theatre
Address:	Hetzel Union Building, University Park, PA, 16802 (map)
Website:	http://https://intersections.psu.edu/the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-6/
Photos:	1

This coming Wednesday is our Nittany Mineralogical Society monthly meeting but also a very special day, National Fossil Day (TM)! In honor of the day, Paul Zell will speak on "Fossils in Central Pennsylvania and the World – What they are and how we use them!" I hope you can make it there!
The meeting will be in 114 Earth & Engineering Sciences Building. Admission and parking are free and open to all; parents/guardians must provide supervision of minors. See our website for more information: www.nittanymineral.org.

We welcome book donations at the AAUW State College Used Book Workshop, located at 176 Technology Drive in the Boalsburg Technology Park. The books will be offered for sale at the May 9-12, 2020 Used Book Sale at the Penn State Snider Ag Arena. The workshop is open Mondays, 6:00 -8:00 pm; Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9 am - 2:30 pm. During workshop hours, bring boxed and bagged donations to the center door left of the loading dock during workshop hours. Ring the bell for assistance. Book donation bins are also available 24/7 but donations at the door during workshop hours are preferred.
Workshop Directions: On 322E from State College (South Atherton) take the third right past Rte. 45E on to Discovery Drive, then left on Technology Drive. The workshop is located in Boalsburg, 176 Technology Drive, in the brown brick building on the corner of Technology Drive and Discovery Drive.
Questions? Visit aauwstatecollege.org/booksale/donations or call the workshop during open hours: 814-466-6041

Dates:	09/04/2019 - 12/18/2019
Start Time:	9:00 am
Location:	AAUW State College Used Book Workshop
Address:	176 Technology Drive Boalsburg Technology Park, Boalsburg, PA, 16827 (map)
Website:	http://www.aaustatecollege.org/booksale/donations
Photos:	1

WE NEVER LEFT celebrates contemporary artists descended from American Indians who, against all odds, remained in the Southeast. They are members of tribes who continue to live in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Their highly diverse artwork addresses a variety of issues, including cultural preservation, language revitalization, personal identity and expression, community pride, and threats to homeland and the natural environment.

At preschool storytime, we read, sing, dance and learn!

Join us to build your next great masterpiece. We will then display them for patrons to see.

WE NEVER LEFT celebrates contemporary artists descended from American Indians who, against all odds, remained in the Southeast. They are members of tribes who continue to live in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Their highly diverse artwork addresses a variety of issues, including cultural preservation, language revitalization, personal identity and expression, community pride, and threats to homeland and the natural environment.

Are you driven by curiosity and creativity? Join us for our weekly open house event! This is a perfect chance to meet other tinkers and crafters and learn about the maker movement. Come see what the Make Space is all about!

Dates:	02/13/2019 - 01/01/2022
Start Time:	6:00 pm
Location:	The Make Space
Address:	141 S. Fraser St, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://themakespace.com
Photos:	1

Looking for something different?
The Gathering -- meeting each Wednesday at 6:15 p.m. -- is true community worship. Set in the informal first floor at Trinity Bellefonte (not the sanctuary), The Gathering celebrates community with free homemade soup & bread, fresh veggies and other baked goods. We sit among friends at small cafe tables and sing acoustic music, then engage in a 10-minute sermon in which you can comment and ask questions. It's a 35-minute service that's open to all faiths and all people. It's come-as-you-are. Kids are welcome to run around.
If you're looking for a place to truly celebrate community, give The Gathering a try -- it's all what YOU make it!

Dates:	06/20/2018 - 06/20/2030
Start Time:	6:15 pm
Location:	Trinity Bellefonte UMC
Address:	128 West Howard Street, Bellefonte, PA, 16823 (map)
Website:	http://www.TrinityBellefonte.com
Photos:	3

DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Don’t go through separation or divorce alone.

A DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K) group is a safe, fun place where your children can learn skills that will help them heal. DC4K groups blend, games, music, stories, videos and discussion to help kids process the divorce and move forward. Groups meet weekly and are designed for children ages 5-12.

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone.

Newspapers can offer vital clues about your family, for time periods not covered by
"the usual sources." They also help add detail to an otherwise bare family tree.

Several different commercial websites as well as several free ones make it possible
to research historical papers. This talk will show how to conduct searches on
several different platforms, some tips and tricks to get better results, and how to
find the newspapers of most interest to you.

Free program. Free parking is available. All are welcome!

What would you risk to be given the chance to go to school? Your family? Your friends? For many in the U.S. we do not have to consider these alternatives. But for William Kamkwamba, access to education has never been a given. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind is based on his true story. Born in an agricultural village in Malawi, William tinkers with electronics. Soon after beginning school, a drought overcomes his village, which plunges into violence and starvation. School is a privilege his family can no longer afford to give William or his sister. But William believes his engineering education could be the key to solving the famine, if only he can overcome his father’s resistance to letting youths take the lead in community decision-making.

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind marks Academy Award nominee (12 Years a Slave) Chiwetel Ejiofor’s directorial debut and raises important issues about the interconnections between access to education, poverty, hunger, clean energy, and climate change. In communities across the globe, too often the choice has been between school and survival. Even in the United States, the poorest households are four times more likely to have children out of school than wealthier families. And yet, education, most critically for women and girls, is one of the most important sustainable development and climate solutions (the Drawdown Project to solve climate change ranks it as the sixth most impactful action to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions). Join us for this emotionally powerful film and conversation!

Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	132 HUB Flex Theatre
Address:	Hetzel Union Building, University Park, PA, 16802 (map)
Website:	http://https://intersections.psu.edu/the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind-6/
Photos:	1

A panel of legal experts explain how Centre County courts are structured and what services they provide for residents. Panelists include: Judge Katie Oliver, Judge Tom Jordan, Attorney Stephanie Cooper, Centre County DA Bernie Cantorna.

Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	Penns Valley High School
Address:	4545 Penns Valley Road, Spring Mills, PA (map)
Website:	http://lwvcentrecounty.org
Photos:	1

In this exhibition of roughly 100 portraits, Shepherd re-presents people from the media cycle from 2017 through last week. We see criminals, victims of crime, politicians, heroes, artists and others caught up in the press, drawn equally.

WE NEVER LEFT celebrates contemporary artists descended from American Indians who, against all odds, remained in the Southeast. They are members of tribes who continue to live in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Their highly diverse artwork addresses a variety of issues, including cultural preservation, language revitalization, personal identity and expression, community pride, and threats to homeland and the natural environment.

WE NEVER LEFT celebrates contemporary artists descended from American Indians who, against all odds, remained in the Southeast. They are members of tribes who continue to live in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Their highly diverse artwork addresses a variety of issues, including cultural preservation, language revitalization, personal identity and expression, community pride, and threats to homeland and the natural environment.

Are you looking for ways to be more mindful? To relieve stress and anxiety? To strengthen and tone your body? Or are you simply looking to try something new? If the answer to any of these questions is “yes”, then this class is just for you – and it’s great for beginning and experienced yogis alike! Gentle Yoga focuses on slow fluid movements combined with a variety of breathing techniques; the goal is to calm the mind, relax the body, bring balance to the breath, and “just be”.

Stay up to date on our most recent class schedule, via our website: http://www.wellnessinmotionstudio.com/classes-and-events/class-calendar/

Learn how to safely practice yoga for scoliosis:
- Reduce pain, increase body awareness, restore balance to your body.
- Understand your unique scoliosis pattern; curves verses concavities.
- Become aware of your body habits.
- Receive support from a like minded group, who all understand what it's like to have scoliosis.

Classes are limited to a maximum of 6 students to ensure that each person receives individual attention, therefore pre-registration is required. You can do so on our website:
http://www.wellnessinmotionstudio.com/classes-and-events/class-calendar/

No yoga experience is necessary. If you'd like to discuss your specific back concerns with Mandy before class, please email [email protected]

Cost: $30/class or 4 classes for $100

This class takes place on Mondays at 10:30am as well.

A mat-based formatted class designed for people who like to sweat & burn calories! Inspired by Yoga and Pilates using focus, flow, and fusion-style movements, as it incorporates dynamic balance, strength, flexibility, and functional training in a rhythmic style. Suitable for all levels!

Grace Lutheran Church in downtown State College is offering a Service of Healing and Wholeness on Wednesday, October 16, at 6:30 pm. This service is open to anyone seeking wholeness of body, mind and soul, and searching for signs of grace and hope amidst life’s challenges. Grace Lutheran is an affirming church where all are welcome.

Start Time:	6:30 pm
Location:	Grace Lutheran Church
Address:	205 South Garner Street, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://www.glcpa.org
Photos:	1

This class focuses on yoga asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing exercises), and helps to bring balance to the body. Emphasis is placed on core strength, flexibility and balance as well as concentration and breath control. Basic, intermediate and more advanced variations of the asanas will be provided with a focus on proper breathing and safe alignment. Meditation, guided imagery and relaxation will also be incorporated to support deep relaxation. Whether a novice or seasoned yogi/yogini you will leave this class feeling both recharged and relaxed.

We are looking for women who are within 1-5 years following menopause. We are testing out whether a beetroot supplement may be able to help with blood pressure and blood vessel health in women.

Dates:	08/06/2019 - 10/31/2019
Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	Noll Laboratory
Address:	State College, PA (map)
Photos:	1

The Penn State Pingers Toastmasters Club offers the community an experiential learning environment to build communication and leadership skills and grow in confidence.

PLEASE CHECK THE CALENDAR - The Pingers meet regularly on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesdays of the month. Check to see if today is a meeting Wednesday.

Guests welcome.

Dates:	01/30/2019 - 01/29/2030
Start Time:	12:00 pm
Location:	OLV Activity Center
Address:	820 Westerly Parkway, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://pingers.toastmastersclubs.org
Photos:	2

DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Don’t go through separation or divorce alone.

A DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K) group is a safe, fun place where your children can learn skills that will help them heal. DC4K groups blend, games, music, stories, videos and discussion to help kids process the divorce and move forward. Groups meet weekly and are designed for children ages 5-12.

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone.

Newspapers can offer vital clues about your family, for time periods not covered by
"the usual sources." They also help add detail to an otherwise bare family tree.

Several different commercial websites as well as several free ones make it possible
to research historical papers. This talk will show how to conduct searches on
several different platforms, some tips and tricks to get better results, and how to
find the newspapers of most interest to you.

Free program. Free parking is available. All are welcome!

This coming Wednesday is our Nittany Mineralogical Society monthly meeting but also a very special day, National Fossil Day (TM)! In honor of the day, Paul Zell will speak on "Fossils in Central Pennsylvania and the World – What they are and how we use them!" I hope you can make it there!
The meeting will be in 114 Earth & Engineering Sciences Building. Admission and parking are free and open to all; parents/guardians must provide supervision of minors. See our website for more information: www.nittanymineral.org.

Drink and Draw is a free monthly event for local artists hosted at Barrel 21 Distillery in State College, Pennsylvania North Atherton Street, on the last Wednesday night of every month, 7pm-9pm.

Local artists are encouraged to bring their sketchbooks and socialize with other talented artists. We have themes each month, still-life setups, and community canvases and projects that we all add to.

Open to ALL local artists of any age and skill level. Just bring a sketchbook! For more information, please visit:
https://www.facebook.com/drinkanddrawsc

Dates:	03/27/2019 - 02/27/2020
Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	Barrel 21
Address:	2255 North Atherton Street, State College, PA, 16803 (map)
Website:	http://www.facebook.com/drinkanddrawsc
Photos:	3

Are you driven by curiosity and creativity? Join us for our weekly open house event! This is a perfect chance to meet other tinkers and crafters and learn about the maker movement. Come see what the Make Space is all about!

Dates:	02/13/2019 - 01/01/2022
Start Time:	6:00 pm
Location:	The Make Space
Address:	141 S. Fraser St, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://themakespace.com
Photos:	1

A comedic romp into the world of fantasy role-playing games, She Kills Monsters tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, however, she stumbles into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was Tilly’s refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and ‘90s pop culture, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all.
OCTOBER 8–17

Dates:	10/14/2019 - 10/17/2019
Start Time:	7:30 pm
Location:	Playhouse Theatre
Address:	University Park, PA (map)
Website:	http://theatre.psu.edu/MONSTERS
Photos:	1

We welcome book donations at the AAUW State College Used Book Workshop, located at 176 Technology Drive in the Boalsburg Technology Park. The books will be offered for sale at the May 9-12, 2020 Used Book Sale at the Penn State Snider Ag Arena. The workshop is open Mondays, 6:00 -8:00 pm; Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9 am - 2:30 pm. During workshop hours, bring boxed and bagged donations to the center door left of the loading dock during workshop hours. Ring the bell for assistance. Book donation bins are also available 24/7 but donations at the door during workshop hours are preferred.
Workshop Directions: On 322E from State College (South Atherton) take the third right past Rte. 45E on to Discovery Drive, then left on Technology Drive. The workshop is located in Boalsburg, 176 Technology Drive, in the brown brick building on the corner of Technology Drive and Discovery Drive.
Questions? Visit aauwstatecollege.org/booksale/donations or call the workshop during open hours: 814-466-6041

Dates:	09/04/2019 - 12/18/2019
Start Time:	9:00 am
Location:	AAUW State College Used Book Workshop
Address:	176 Technology Drive Boalsburg Technology Park, Boalsburg, PA, 16827 (map)
Website:	http://www.aaustatecollege.org/booksale/donations
Photos:	1

Join us in the Downsbrough Community Room - a place for you to play with your child and talk with other parents. Ages: 18 to 36 months.

Singing, dancing, fingerplays, and stories - a fun time for you and your toddler. Recommended for 24 to 36 months. Limit: 15. Registration required.

We love stories! Join us for stories, songs, flannelboards, and more. Recommended for ages 3 to 5. Limit: 15. Registration required.

Join us in the Downsbrough Community Room - a place for you to play with your child and talk with other parents. Ages: 18 to 36 months.

Grace Lutheran Church in downtown State College is offering a Service of Healing and Wholeness on Wednesday, October 16, at 6:30 pm. This service is open to anyone seeking wholeness of body, mind and soul, and searching for signs of grace and hope amidst life’s challenges. Grace Lutheran is an affirming church where all are welcome.

Start Time:	6:30 pm
Location:	Grace Lutheran Church
Address:	205 South Garner Street, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://www.glcpa.org
Photos:	1

Hoops at OLV is a developmental basketball league for all area boys and girls in grades K to 6. Proceeds from this program DIRECTLY support our great school! Practices and games take place in the OLVCS gym. Cost: $90 for 8 weeks of fun!

Dates:	10/15/2019 - 11/15/2019
Start Time:	12:00 pm
Location:	Our Lady of Victory Catholic School
Address:	800 Westerly Parkway, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://https://olvhoops.com/
Photos:	1