State College, PA Events: Community Calendar

E.J. Dionne writes about politics in a twice-weekly column for The Washington Post. He is also a government professor at Georgetown University, a visiting professor at Harvard University, a senior fellow in governance studies at the Brookings Institution and a frequent commentator on politics for National Public Radio and MSNBC. Before joining The Post in 1990 as a political reporter, Dionne spent 14 years at the New York Times, where he covered politics and reported from Albany, Washington, Paris, Rome and Beirut. His coverage of the Vatican was described by the Los Angeles Times as the best in two decades. In 2014-2015, Dionne was the vice president of the American Political Science Association.

He is the author of seven books. His most recent are “One Nation After Trump: A Guide for the Perplexed, the Disillusioned, the Desperate, and the Not-Yet Deported” (co-authored with Norman J. Ornstein and Thomas E. Mann, 2017) and "Why the Right Went Wrong: Conservatism – From Goldwater to the Tea Party and Beyond" (2016). Dionne is the editor of seven additional volumes, including “We Are the Change We Seek: The Speeches of Barack Obama” (2017), co-edited with MSNBC’s Joy-Ann Reid, and “What’s God Got to Do with the American Experiment” (2000), co-edited with John J. DiIulio. He grew up in Fall River, Mass., attended Harvard College and was a Rhodes Scholar at Balliol College, Oxford.

The Penns Valley Music Boosters are conducting a shoe drive fundraiser on March 1 - April 30, 2019 to raise funds for our Uniform/Choir Robe Fund. We will be collecting gently worn, used & new shoes which will then be redistributed to developing countries where economic opportunity and jobs are limited. We will have a collection bin at our Spring Musical, "The Addams Family" on March 1st & 2nd.

Dates:	03/01/2019 - 04/30/2019
Start Time:	8:00 am
Location:	Drop-Offs to be announced
Address:	, PA (map)
Photos:	1

0 - 6 year olds: Register now for classes at Betha's Musik! Sing, Dance and Play with your child as they begin their musical education. For more information visit www.BethasMusik.com

Musikgarten: Come for the Fun, Stay for the Education!

Dates:	02/11/2019 - 03/20/2019
Start Time:	9:00 am
Location:	Betha's Musik Studio
Address:	617 Berkshire Drive, State College, PA, 16803 (map)
Website:	http://www.BethasMusik.com
Photos:	1

Sweet stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes - a playtime just for baby and grown-up. Recommended for newborn to 14 months. Limit: 15

Stories, songs, and lots of movement - a storytime for babies on the go and their grown-up. Recommended for 15 to 24 months. Limit: 15

Parent-Tot Yoga is a supportive, fun-loving, and active yoga class for early walkers – young 4 year olds and their parent/caregiver. This class is all about your new mover. Crawlers and walkers learn poses, songs, and games while they explore new movement and social skills. Parent fully participate in class but no yoga experience or yoga mat is required. Simply wear comfortable clothes and be prepared to move.

We love stories! Join us for stories, songs, flannelboards, and more. Recommended for ages 2 to 7. Limit: 15.

Tantrums and meltdowns are tough to prevent and manage! This 5-week program called Tuning Into Kids helps you to build and practice emotionally responsive parenting skills.
Tuning Into Kids-style parental interaction helps children learn to think about and manage their feelings. Program size is limited for effective discussion and practice. Registration is for the entire series only. Childcare will be provided.

Flow and Grow Yoga Adventures Camp

Calling all Youth Yogis! Our team of experienced instructors have a great season of mini camps planned just for you! We will Flow and Grow together through yoga elements including poses, mindfulness and breath work. Campers will build resiliency, strength, balance and creativity in our supportive and compassionate community. These skills will be further built upon through games, movement, and creative activities.

Camps are appropriate for ages 4-9 and will be limited to 10 campers per week. We will provide a snack, but please send a water bottle with your camper. Wednesdays will be our outside day!

Cost: $180/camper

Camps will run from 1-3:30 pm. Register for each week individually or Register for ALL 3 and save $40!!:
June 24 – 28 (Land)
July 15 – 19 (Sea)
Aug 5 – 9 (Sky)

Dates:	03/14/2019 - 05/29/2019
Start Time:	1:00 pm
Location:	Wellness in Motion
Address:	611 University Drive, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://https://wellnessinmotionstudio.com/summer-camp/
Photos:	3

This class is for beginner students looking for a challenge, or intermediate level students. Increase balance, flexibility and strength.

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

0 - 6 year olds: Register now for classes at Betha's Musik! Sing, Dance and Play with your child as they begin their musical education. For more information visit www.BethasMusik.com

Musikgarten: Come for the Fun, Stay for the Education!

Dates:	02/11/2019 - 03/20/2019
Start Time:	9:00 am
Location:	Betha's Musik Studio
Address:	617 Berkshire Drive, State College, PA, 16803 (map)
Website:	http://www.BethasMusik.com
Photos:	1

Gentle Hatha Yoga
Lead by: Stephanie Koller
Tuesdays| 12:00-1:00
​Cost: $10 | Limit: 12

This class focuses on finding a healthy balance between stability and flexibility. By moving through a variety of yoga postures and breathing exercises, we encourage a clearer energy flow throughout the entire body. Meditation and guided imagery will be incorporated to support deep relaxation. Whether a novice or a seasoned yogi, you will leave this class feeling recharged and relaxed. Based on each participant's unique needs, positional variations will be provided with a focus on safe alignment.

Registration required: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=631473&stype=-7&sView=week&sLoc=0

Dates:	03/19/2019 - 05/07/2019
Start Time:	12:00 pm
Location:	Serenity Wellness Centre
Address:	2011 Cato Ave. Suite 201, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://www.serenitywellnesscentre.com
Photos:	2

Tranquility Yoga is a class designed for all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels. The class focuses on breathing fully, deeply, and in coordination with movements of your limbs. Emphasis will be placed upon postures that aide in reducing stress and anxiety through activating the parasympathetic nervous system. By soothing the nervous system and calming the mind, stress hormone levels will decline allowing a physically stress-free state to be re-established. Give yourself permission to restore, relax and revitalize.

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

Guided Relaxation Meditation
Lead by: Sakarra Rae Stefaniak
March 19| 6:45-7:45
​Cost: $10 | Limit: 18

These weekly meditations will focus on connecting to and healing aspects of your body and mind. Ease tension, go within, connect to higher consciousness, and help elevate unity consciousnesses through the power of group meditation. Sakarra Rae will guide you to a place of relaxation and peace where you will let go of unwanted tension, create space for growth, and connect to manifesting your true nature.

Registration required: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=631473&stype=-7&sView=week&sLoc=0

Join Elisha Halpin and Megan Moore of The Radiant Temple for a series of Sacred Cacao Ceremonies for Spring 2019
@The Center for Well Being in Lemont, PA

March 17th
April 14th
@ 7pm

The focus of our Ceremonies for Spring 2019 will be exploring the Inner Masculine and Inner Feminine Energies to open our hearts to the Alchemical Marriage within.

~ Learn to use plant medicine to support your personal healing and spiritual practices

~ Deepen the connection to yourself and your inner knowing

~ Experience supportive meditative practices with specific intention led in a group setting

For full details:
https://thedancingpilgrims.lpages.co/state-college-cacao-ceremony/

Advanced Registration Required via the link above.

Special Discounts for attending multiple ceremonies and bringing a friend and/or partner!

Dates:	02/18/2019 - 04/14/2019
Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	Center for Well Being
Address:	123 Mount Nittany Road , Lemont, PA, 16851 (map)
Website:	http://thedancingpilgrims.lpages.co/state-college-cacao-ceremony/
Photos:	1

This class offers a place to release and refocus while building skills necessary for daily life (school, friendships, sports, etc) through movement, breath work, meditation, as well as relaxation. This class is customized for the "almost tween” to early tween and strikes a balance of learning through games and cooperative interaction as well as more traditional yoga elements.

Join us for a discussion of Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover

An unforgettable memoir in the tradition of The Glass Castle about a young girl who kept out of school leaves her survivalist family and goes on to earn a PhD from Cambridge University.

Educated is an account of the struggle for self-invention. It is a tale of fierce family loyalty and of the grief that comes with severing the closest of ties. With the acute insight that distinguishes all great writers, Westover has crafted a universal coming-of-age story that gets to the heart of what an education is and what it offers: the perspective to see one's life through new eyes and the will to change it.


All are welcome and registration is not required. Copies of the next book are available at each meeting.

The Penns Valley Music Boosters are conducting a shoe drive fundraiser on March 1 - April 30, 2019 to raise funds for our Uniform/Choir Robe Fund. We will be collecting gently worn, used & new shoes which will then be redistributed to developing countries where economic opportunity and jobs are limited. We will have a collection bin at our Spring Musical, "The Addams Family" on March 1st & 2nd.

Dates:	03/01/2019 - 04/30/2019
Start Time:	8:00 am
Location:	Drop-Offs to be announced
Address:	, PA (map)
Photos:	1

Maker Mondays at The Rivet Discovery Space

The Rivet is a new community workshop and makerspace that will open in Summer 2019 at Discovery Space thanks to support from the Centre Foundation Centre Inspires grant and community member donations.

While renovations are on-going, The Rivet staff and volunteers will host hands-on programs for teens, adults and families in Discovery Space’s current classroom. Each week will feature opportunities to meet like-minded others, try out new activities and see a variety of demonstrations. Visit TheRivet.org for more information.

Drones and Virtual Reality
WHAT: Meet the makers! Socialize, have fun, learn something, and participate in our maker activity. Fly a drone and check out a number of immersive virtual and augmented reality technologies!
WHEN: March 18th from 6-8pm
WHO: Open to all ages. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
WHERE: Discovery Space, 1224 N Atherton Street, State College
COST: FREE
RSVP at TheRivet.org


Culinary Skills
WHAT: Get ready to improve your culinary skills! Conquer the five components of flavor, expand your edible vocabulary, and grill the chefs about everything cooking. Do it all while sipping a delicious tap cocktail courtesy of Big Springs Spirits. RSVP at TheRivet.org to get a free drink that evening!
WHEN: March 25th from 6-8pm
WHO: 21+ ONLY
WHERE: Discovery Space, 1224 N Atherton Street, State College
COST: FREE
RSVP at TheRivet.org


Other upcoming Maker Monday dates: April 1, April 8, April 15, April 29

The BEST yoga class in Bellefonte is FREE!

Trinity Bellefonte offer free "Gentle Yoga" classes for all levels on Tuesday evenings at 6:15 p.m.!

The classes are open to THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY, and beginners are always welcome.

Join CYT Jenny Cifelli as she invites you to relax your body and enjoy each moment as it unfolds. Gentle movements combined with mindful breathing and relaxation can transform a sore and frazzled body and mind. A regular yoga practice can build flexibility, help to focus the mind, elevate the mood and build self-confidence.

Classes are in "The Park" -- first floor of the main church building, 128 West Howard Street in Bellefonte. Enter through the back door (near the education building).

Dress for comfortable movement and bring a yoga mat and blanket. For more information, please call 814-441-1041
More details: www.TrinityBellefonte.com

Dates:	06/13/2017 - 06/13/2019
Start Time:	6:15 pm
Location:	Trinity Bellefonte UMC
Address:	128 West Howard Street, Bellefonte, PA, 16823 (map)
Website:	http://www.TrinityBellefonte.com
Photos:	2

The Columbus Chapel & Boal Mansion Museum in collaboration with Dr. Amy E. Gustafson will present a three-part Piano Recital Series in the Mansion’s historic ballroom.
The Museum’s proceeds will be used to restore instruments in the collection, including the 1922 Steinway Grand piano and a 19th-century concert harp discovered recently in the Mansion basement.

Tickets for each recital- $40 in advance.
Tickets for students under age 21 -$30.
Ticket for all three recitals- $100
Tickets at the door- $45.

Callanish - Irish traditional band - celebrating St. Patrick's Day

Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	Foxdale Villeage auditorium
Address:	500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://www.callanishband.com
Photos:	1

Local men’s barbershop chorus the Nittany Knights presents their annual show on Saturday, May 4, at 7:30 at the State Theatre.

Entitled Good Vibrations, the show includes a few barbershop classics plus more contemporary tunes, as well as the young adult quartet Gimme Four (champions of last year’s regional barbershop competition and international semifinalists) and the Mt. Nittany Middle School’s Clef Hangers (under the direction of Ms. Heather Brewer).
The show’s finale is a classic American patriotic tune arranged specifically for the combined choruses.

Reserved seats are available at www.thestatetheatre.org, for $16 and $19.

The Nittany Knights have been entertaining Centre Region audiences since 1962. Men who enjoy singing are invited to stop in at a weekly rehearsal, Mondays at 7 pm, at the South Hills School of Business and Technology in State College.
More information at www.nittanyknights.org and on Facebook.

Dates:	02/16/2019 - 05/04/2019
Start Time:	7:30 pm
Location:	State Theatre
Address:	130 West College Avenue, STATE COLLEGE, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://nittanyknights.org
Photos:	1

Lena Thynell
Lena Thynell is an award winning watercolor artist who has been
accepted into several Plein Air events in the USA. She is a signature
member of Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Baltimore and Pennsylvania
Watercolor Societies, and a member of Farmland Pennsylvania Artists of
Central Pennsylvania. An art instructor at the Art Alliance of Central
Pennsylvania, she has been featured in Plein Air Magazine. Lena has
been chosen to represent Sweden, her native country, in the Nordic
Group in FabrianoInAcquarello Italy April 2019.

For more information about Lena, visit https://lenathynellwatercolor.com/
Sign up for her newsletter here
https://lenathynellwatercolor.com/email-newsletter

Jason Bloom
Clay is the easiest way for Jason to combine his passions for nature,
science, and design into individual, functional pieces of art. He
strives to create pottery that will become a favorite piece to be
used, examined, held, and enjoyed. Cooking and entertaining are some
of his favorite pastimes, heavily influencing the pottery Jason
creates. He believes, however, that functionality should not detract
from a form’s beauty and design. Motivated by the setting of his home
and studio near the Allegheny Plateau, he integrates the flora and
fauna he encounters each day into his glaze colors and embellishments.
In the end, he makes what he likes – pottery that is useful, beautiful
and inspirational.

Dates:	03/05/2019 - 03/30/2019
Start Time:	10:30 am
Location:	Gallery Shop
Address:	824 Pike St, Lemont, PA, 16851 (map)
Website:	http://www.gallery-shop.com
Photos:	1

This class is for beginner students looking for a challenge, or intermediate level students. Increase balance, flexibility and strength.

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

Parent-Tot Yoga is a supportive, fun-loving, and active yoga class for early walkers – young 4 year olds and their parent/caregiver. This class is all about your new mover. Crawlers and walkers learn poses, songs, and games while they explore new movement and social skills. Parent fully participate in class but no yoga experience or yoga mat is required. Simply wear comfortable clothes and be prepared to move.

Gentle Hatha Yoga
Lead by: Stephanie Koller
Tuesdays| 12:00-1:00
​Cost: $10 | Limit: 12

This class focuses on finding a healthy balance between stability and flexibility. By moving through a variety of yoga postures and breathing exercises, we encourage a clearer energy flow throughout the entire body. Meditation and guided imagery will be incorporated to support deep relaxation. Whether a novice or a seasoned yogi, you will leave this class feeling recharged and relaxed. Based on each participant's unique needs, positional variations will be provided with a focus on safe alignment.

Registration required: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=631473&stype=-7&sView=week&sLoc=0

Dates:	03/19/2019 - 05/07/2019
Start Time:	12:00 pm
Location:	Serenity Wellness Centre
Address:	2011 Cato Ave. Suite 201, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://www.serenitywellnesscentre.com
Photos:	2

Tranquility Yoga is a class designed for all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels. The class focuses on breathing fully, deeply, and in coordination with movements of your limbs. Emphasis will be placed upon postures that aide in reducing stress and anxiety through activating the parasympathetic nervous system. By soothing the nervous system and calming the mind, stress hormone levels will decline allowing a physically stress-free state to be re-established. Give yourself permission to restore, relax and revitalize.

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

The BEST yoga class in Bellefonte is FREE!

Trinity Bellefonte offer free "Gentle Yoga" classes for all levels on Tuesday evenings at 6:15 p.m.!

The classes are open to THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY, and beginners are always welcome.

Join CYT Jenny Cifelli as she invites you to relax your body and enjoy each moment as it unfolds. Gentle movements combined with mindful breathing and relaxation can transform a sore and frazzled body and mind. A regular yoga practice can build flexibility, help to focus the mind, elevate the mood and build self-confidence.

Classes are in "The Park" -- first floor of the main church building, 128 West Howard Street in Bellefonte. Enter through the back door (near the education building).

Dress for comfortable movement and bring a yoga mat and blanket. For more information, please call 814-441-1041
More details: www.TrinityBellefonte.com

Dates:	06/13/2017 - 06/13/2019
Start Time:	6:15 pm
Location:	Trinity Bellefonte UMC
Address:	128 West Howard Street, Bellefonte, PA, 16823 (map)
Website:	http://www.TrinityBellefonte.com
Photos:	2

Guided Relaxation Meditation
Lead by: Sakarra Rae Stefaniak
March 19| 6:45-7:45
​Cost: $10 | Limit: 18

These weekly meditations will focus on connecting to and healing aspects of your body and mind. Ease tension, go within, connect to higher consciousness, and help elevate unity consciousnesses through the power of group meditation. Sakarra Rae will guide you to a place of relaxation and peace where you will let go of unwanted tension, create space for growth, and connect to manifesting your true nature.

Registration required: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=631473&stype=-7&sView=week&sLoc=0

The Columbus Chapel & Boal Mansion Museum in collaboration with Dr. Amy E. Gustafson will present a three-part Piano Recital Series in the Mansion’s historic ballroom.
The Museum’s proceeds will be used to restore instruments in the collection, including the 1922 Steinway Grand piano and a 19th-century concert harp discovered recently in the Mansion basement.

Tickets for each recital- $40 in advance.
Tickets for students under age 21 -$30.
Ticket for all three recitals- $100
Tickets at the door- $45.

Callanish - Irish traditional band - celebrating St. Patrick's Day

Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	Foxdale Villeage auditorium
Address:	500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://www.callanishband.com
Photos:	1

Lena Thynell
Lena Thynell is an award winning watercolor artist who has been
accepted into several Plein Air events in the USA. She is a signature
member of Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Baltimore and Pennsylvania
Watercolor Societies, and a member of Farmland Pennsylvania Artists of
Central Pennsylvania. An art instructor at the Art Alliance of Central
Pennsylvania, she has been featured in Plein Air Magazine. Lena has
been chosen to represent Sweden, her native country, in the Nordic
Group in FabrianoInAcquarello Italy April 2019.

For more information about Lena, visit https://lenathynellwatercolor.com/
Sign up for her newsletter here
https://lenathynellwatercolor.com/email-newsletter

Jason Bloom
Clay is the easiest way for Jason to combine his passions for nature,
science, and design into individual, functional pieces of art. He
strives to create pottery that will become a favorite piece to be
used, examined, held, and enjoyed. Cooking and entertaining are some
of his favorite pastimes, heavily influencing the pottery Jason
creates. He believes, however, that functionality should not detract
from a form’s beauty and design. Motivated by the setting of his home
and studio near the Allegheny Plateau, he integrates the flora and
fauna he encounters each day into his glaze colors and embellishments.
In the end, he makes what he likes – pottery that is useful, beautiful
and inspirational.

Dates:	03/05/2019 - 03/30/2019
Start Time:	10:30 am
Location:	Gallery Shop
Address:	824 Pike St, Lemont, PA, 16851 (map)
Website:	http://www.gallery-shop.com
Photos:	1

Centred Basketball presents the St. Patrick’s Day Blarney Basketball Games”, which will take place on March 17 from 2-4pm at C3 Sports.
This is sure to be a blast for every leprechaun from K-8th grade. Players will compete in grade appropriate divisions in St. Patrick’s Day themed basketball contests. There will be prizes for each winner.
Contests include: It’s Not Easy Being Green, Test Your Luck, Race for the Gold, Shoot for the Shamrocks, Leprechaun Scramble, and a more. To register, please go to www.centredbasketball.com and register under “St. Patrick’s Day Blarney Basketball Games”. Come out and join us on this most festive of days. Hopefully the luck of the Irish will be on your side!

Start Time:	2:00 pm
Location:	C3 Sports
Address:	200 Ellis Place, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://Www.centredbasketball.com
Photos:	1

Maker Mondays at The Rivet Discovery Space

The Rivet is a new community workshop and makerspace that will open in Summer 2019 at Discovery Space thanks to support from the Centre Foundation Centre Inspires grant and community member donations.

While renovations are on-going, The Rivet staff and volunteers will host hands-on programs for teens, adults and families in Discovery Space’s current classroom. Each week will feature opportunities to meet like-minded others, try out new activities and see a variety of demonstrations. Visit TheRivet.org for more information.

Drones and Virtual Reality
WHAT: Meet the makers! Socialize, have fun, learn something, and participate in our maker activity. Fly a drone and check out a number of immersive virtual and augmented reality technologies!
WHEN: March 18th from 6-8pm
WHO: Open to all ages. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
WHERE: Discovery Space, 1224 N Atherton Street, State College
COST: FREE
RSVP at TheRivet.org


Culinary Skills
WHAT: Get ready to improve your culinary skills! Conquer the five components of flavor, expand your edible vocabulary, and grill the chefs about everything cooking. Do it all while sipping a delicious tap cocktail courtesy of Big Springs Spirits. RSVP at TheRivet.org to get a free drink that evening!
WHEN: March 25th from 6-8pm
WHO: 21+ ONLY
WHERE: Discovery Space, 1224 N Atherton Street, State College
COST: FREE
RSVP at TheRivet.org


Other upcoming Maker Monday dates: April 1, April 8, April 15, April 29

Everyone is invited to play, sing or just listen to the Bluegrass and Gospel Jam every Tuesday night. Join the guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles, harmonicas, dobros and of course, the melodious voices. A 15 minute break is enjoyed by all for some pot luck cookies and/or cakes. No charge for playing or listening. Great fun for all. 7:00-9:00pm

For more information, contact A. Scott Krug at [email protected]

Centred Basketball presents the St. Patrick’s Day Blarney Basketball Games”, which will take place on March 17 from 2-4pm at C3 Sports.
This is sure to be a blast for every leprechaun from K-8th grade. Players will compete in grade appropriate divisions in St. Patrick’s Day themed basketball contests. There will be prizes for each winner.
Contests include: It’s Not Easy Being Green, Test Your Luck, Race for the Gold, Shoot for the Shamrocks, Leprechaun Scramble, and a more. To register, please go to www.centredbasketball.com and register under “St. Patrick’s Day Blarney Basketball Games”. Come out and join us on this most festive of days. Hopefully the luck of the Irish will be on your side!

Start Time:	2:00 pm
Location:	C3 Sports
Address:	200 Ellis Place, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://Www.centredbasketball.com
Photos:	1

Contact: Jen Gooch
Penns Valley Music Boosters
Phone: 814-441-8987
Email: [email protected]


Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Penns Valley Music Boosters Launches Shoe Collection Drive to Raise money for Band and Band Front Uniforms
Shoe donations will also support micro-enterprises in developing nations and reduce what goes into landfills
Spring Mills, PA, March 1, 2019: Penns Valley Music Boosters is conducting a shoe collection drive on March 1st – April 30th to raise funds for Band and Band Front Uniforms. The PV Music Boosters will earn funds based on the number of pairs collected as Funds2Orgs will purchase all the donated goods. Those dollars will benefit the student's uniform fund. Anyone can help by donating gently worn, used or new shoes at the following locations: American Legion Post 779, Centre Hall; Weaver’s Store, Spring Mills; Shades of Red Salon, Aaronsburg; Old Gregg School Community Center, Spring Mills; Centre Hall Library, Centre Hall.
All donated shoes will then be redistributed throughout the Funds2Orgs network of microenterprise partners in developing nations. Funds2Orgs helps impoverished people start, maintain and grow businesses in countries such as Haiti, Honduras and other nations in Central America and Africa. Proceeds from the shoe sales are used to feed, clothe and house their families. One budding entrepreneur in Haiti even earned enough to send to her son to law school.
“We are excited about our shoe drive," said Amy Smith, Music Booster President. "We know that most people have extra shoes in their closets they would like to donate to us and help those less fortunate become self-sufficient. It’s a win-win for everyone,” added Amy.
By donating shoes to the Penns Valley Music Boosters, the shoes will be given a second chance and make a difference in people’s lives.
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