State College, PA Events: Community Calendar

Parents of students entering 5th through 8th grade are invited to apply for Middle School Scholarships. A limited number of scholarships will be awarded. Download application online.

Pace e Bene Outreach Coordinator, and former Jesuit Priest, John Dear will be visiting the State College Presbyterian Church, 132 W. Beaver Ave., State College, Pa, Wed., April 16, 2014. His presentation will begin at 7:00 p.m. in Westminster Hall.

John has published nearly thirty books and has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. A popular speaker and columnist, John has been organizing and participating in nonviolent campaigns for three decades resulting in over 75 arrests and more than a year of his life spent in jail. His fervent belief in nonviolent peacemaking has caused him no shortage of ridicule, but he continues down that challenging path changing hearts and minds with compassion along the way.

John's newest book The Nonviolent Life, focuses on three important aspects on the path toward becoming people of nonviolence - being nonviolent toward ourselves; being nonviolent to all others (including creation and creatures); and joining the global grassroots movement of nonviolence. According to John, “most people pick one or two of these dimensions, but few do all three. To become a fully rounded, three dimensional person of nonviolence we need to do all three simultaneously.”

Please join and be inspired by John’s story, and his challenge for us all.

Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	State College Presbyterian Church
Address:	132 W. Beaver Avenue, State College, PA, 16827 (map)
Photos:	1

Any parents out there looking for a way to get your kids out of the house during the cold winter months are invited to come to our playgroup! We have a big open space filled with toys and play equipment, and planned activities for all preschool age children. Our activities include live children's music, dance, obstacle courses, games, crafts, and story time. The activity time starts at 11:00. We are open from 10:00 to 12:00. Note: We will cancel our playgroup on days when the schools close or have a delay for bad winter weather conditions, and we are closed on Holidays.

Visit with your baby to explore science together through books and movement. Perfect for a 6-month to 2-year old child with parent or guardian.

Please consider opening your home and your heart to a teenager from another part of the world. Student exchanges promote peace and cultural understanding for all involved.

ASSE International Student Exchange is seeking volunteer host families for the 2014-2015 school year. You can apply now, it is not too early. Student applications have already started arriving. When your host family application is complete and approved you may begin correspondence with your new family member.

Students live with a volunteer host family for 5 or 10 months while attending high school. Host families provide a bed, a bedroom (sharing a room with another teen of the same gender is suitable), meals, a little transportation to school and social activities, and mainly love and guidance. You do not have to have children to be a host family.

Students have a variety of interests: sports, music, academic, and social. While here they become involved in your family and school activities. They become another member of your family. It is a very rewarding experience.

ASSE is also seeking students 15 - 18 years of age for our Outbound program. These students would travel to a country of his or her preference to live a semester or year abroad.

Please call me, Susan, ASSE local area rep for more information. (814)933-9672 or respond to email.
You will be making a dream come true for them. Thank you.

Dates:	12/12/2013 - 05/30/2014
Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	Centre County, PA
Address:	State College, PA (map)
Website:	http://www.asse.com
Photos:	3

Nature to Nurture - Private practice lactation consultants offering in-home consultations, breastpump and infant scale rentals, prenatal breastfeeding classes and more. Learn more at www.naturetonurture.net or e-mail contact@naturetonurture.net.

Our evening art program for kids K-5th grades. Sessions run for 6 weeks each topic.
Pre Spring topic "Pets Galore" drawing/painting household pets are the subjects in your work.
Spring topic: "Land-escapes" creative collage ideas for landscape images.
Sign up for the evening that's convenient for your schedule.

Mon, Tues,or Weds: 6:00-7:30pm
Start dates: Mon. March 17, Tues. March 25, Weds. April 9

Call Michele for details: 814-234-3441

This summer experience the Artistic Horizon camps. We are offering Art, Theater,Pee Wee Artist.
Weekly camps run June 13-August 22
Full and Half day camps
Camps held at: To Be Announced...

Call Michele 814-234-3441 for further information.

Dates:	01/13/2014 - 08/22/2014
Start Time:	7:00 am
Location:	Artistic Horizon's office
Address:	219 S. Patterson Street, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://www.artistichorizon.org
Photos:	2

The Bellefonte Playschool, located at Faith United Methodist Church in Bellefonte, is now enrolling children, ages 3-5, for Summer 2014, and for the 2014-2015 school year. Please call 357-9086, or email us at playschool@bellefontefaith.com, for information on a wonderful preschool experience for your child!

Artistic Horizon's Pre-school (3-5 yrs.) artists spend a fulfilled afternoon creating art and making new friends. Our goal is that your lil' artists maintains and deepens their love for art through our program!

MARCH 29, APRIL 12, MAY 17: 1-3pm
Sign up for one or all!!

About the instructors:
Michele Rivera has a degrees in Early Childhood, and in Fine Arts.
Rhonda Stern has degrees in Art Education, and Art Therapy.

Call Michele for further info 814-234-3441

The Summer Ballet Program at Performing Arts School of Central Pennsylvania offers a wide variety of classes for ages 3 through adult. Students can take as little as one week or as many as 6 weeks of ballet throughout the summer.

*Preschool Ballet
*Beginning Ballet
*Intermediate Ballet
*Advanced Ballet
*Teen/Adult Ballet

Our program includes daytime and evening classes, and full and half-day programs.

For more information, please visit http://www.pascp.org/summer-programs to download our brochure.

Registration is now open for all weeks and classes!

The Great Outdoors, Imagination Station, Discover Your Inner Artist, Wild Water, All About Animals and more - State College Friends School Summer Kids Camp programs have something, including swimming and field trips, for everyone. For more information about our Wee Friends Camps for children ages 3 to 5, Kids camps for children Kindergarten through 4th grade, or Theater Camps, for children 4th through 7th grade, please visit our web site, send us an email or give us a call. All Friends School Summer Camps are guided by the Quaker principles of tolerance, peace, equality, integrity and community. These camps are developed and supervised by Friends School staff and creative, loving camp counselors in a safe caring community.

Wiggle & Grow Family Class...These classes welcome children of all ages, offering activities developed to engage children at all levels of ability. Each parent may register with up to two children for a family class.

Dates:	04/02/2014 - 07/30/2014
Start Time:	5:45 pm
Location:	Robert M. Sides Family Music Center
Address:	1801 North Atherton Street, State College, PA, 16803 (map)
Website:	http://www.kindermusikwithkatiejones.com
Photos:	1

Want to be better at negotiating your salary with your boss? Networking at business or social functions? Motivating co-workers - or your kids? We invite you to attend the Outreach Toastmasters Club Meetings held the first and third Wednesday of each month from 12 - 1 PM at The 329 Building, Room 413, Innovation Park, University Park, PA. Open to the public and guests are always welcome. For more information: http://outreach.toastmastersclubs.org/ or vpm856827@toastmastersclubs.org.

The Nutrition Habit Challenge was created in 2010 by the co-founders of One on One, Bruce and Kym Burke. Its goal has been to inspire clients of One on One to make one or two small nutritional commitments using the “Less is More” approach. This year, we are inviting the whole community to join us!

Dates:	03/24/2014 - 04/20/2014
Start Time:	12:01 am
Website:	http://www.nutritionhabitchallenge.com/
Photos:	1

Celebrate Recovery offers freedom from life's hurts, hang-ups and habits through God's healing and redemptive power using the "Eight Recovery Principles" based on the Beatitudes. Celebrate Recovery meets every Wednesday at 6:30pm ends at 8pm. Childcare is provided.



Contact Kim at 814-237-0711 for more information.

Please consider opening your home and your heart to a teenager from another part of the world. Student exchanges promote peace and cultural understanding for all involved.

ASSE International Student Exchange is seeking volunteer host families for the 2014-2015 school year. You can apply now, it is not too early. Student applications have already started arriving. When your host family application is complete and approved you may begin correspondence with your new family member.

Students live with a volunteer host family for 5 or 10 months while attending high school. Host families provide a bed, a bedroom (sharing a room with another teen of the same gender is suitable), meals, a little transportation to school and social activities, and mainly love and guidance. You do not have to have children to be a host family.

Students have a variety of interests: sports, music, academic, and social. While here they become involved in your family and school activities. They become another member of your family. It is a very rewarding experience.

ASSE is also seeking students 15 - 18 years of age for our Outbound program. These students would travel to a country of his or her preference to live a semester or year abroad.

Please call me, Susan, ASSE local area rep for more information. (814)933-9672 or respond to email.
You will be making a dream come true for them. Thank you.

Dates:	12/12/2013 - 05/30/2014
Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	Centre County, PA
Address:	State College, PA (map)
Website:	http://www.asse.com
Photos:	3

IRELAND BOUND!!!
Win a week-long trip for two to Ireland to See the Nittany Lions Play in Croke Park!

Total value of more than $6,600!

Drawing at the Shepherd's Ball on April 25, 2014 at The Lodge at Tussey.

Chances are $100 each with no more than 500 to be sold.

For complete details and to request a raffle chance visit www.TheShepherdsBall.com.

This prize was generously donated by Kay Rogers and The Centre for Travel. All proceeds benefit the Church of the Good Shepherd and its outreach ministries.

Dates:	03/12/2014 - 04/25/2014
Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	Good Shepherd Church
Address:	867 Grays Woods Blvd, Port Matilda, PA, 16870 (map)
Website:	http://www.TheShepherdsBall.com
Photos:	3

Tasty Acoustic Music with Biscuit Jam:
7:00 - 9:00PM

No Cover
All Ages welcome
Free Parking

Dates:	01/22/2014 - 07/20/2014
Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	The Governors' Pub
Address:	211 West High Street, Bellefonte, PA, 16823 (map)
Website:	http://www.reverbnation.com/biscuitjam
Photos:	1

The Nittany Knights A Capella Barbershop Chorus is performing it's Annual Show here in State College on Saturday night April 26th.

Our special guest quartet this year is Da Capo, giving us 'ear candy' at it's sweetest.

Back in April of 2011, Da Capo competed in a regional A Capella competition in Washington, D.C. The group ranked 1st out of all competitors and was also voted "Audience Favorite". As a result, Da Capo was fortunate enough to represent the Mid-Atlantic Region at the Harmony Sweepstakes National Finals in San Francisco, CA in May of 2011. Once again, the group ranked 1st and was voted "Audience Favorite", earning the title 2011 Harmony Sweepstakes National Champions.

Tickets are available from any Chorus member or at the door..... while they last!

Adults $14.00 - Students $7.00
Ask about group discounts!

Dates:	04/16/2014 - 04/26/2014
Start Time:	7:30 pm
Location:	State College High School North Building
Address:	653 Westerly Pkwy, State College, PA, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://nittanyknights.org
Photos:	2

Mango West is a blend of rocky reggae and dream folk and they may be one of the only bands in State College playing entirely original music. With unique rhythms, impressive percussion, a wiry stand up bass, and howling vocals, they are sure to enlighten, soothe, or inspire you.

Start Time:	10:00 pm
Location:	The Darkhorse Tavern
Address:	127 E. Calder Way, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mango-West/217029985124156
Photos:	1

Come and join us at Zola New World Bistro from March 3rd to April 26th to enjoy Clare Miller's etchings on display.
In the last five years, Miller’s work has evolved into a new genre of highly sought after “green” art. Her work gives life back to discontinued styles of wooden doors, cabinet doors, and panel shutters that would have otherwise been discarded. The panels are refinished and carved resulting in a nature-inspired textural wonderland. When etched, the old panels often reveal the many under layers of paint. In effect, this unearths the subtle color variations that allude to the history and life span of the once-unwanted piece of wood. Miller’s multifaceted tribute to nature is apparent not only through her choice of mediums but also the subject matter in her work.
Miller’s work has been featured on ABC Channel 27 Harrisburg’s news and the Carlisle Sentinel Newspaper, as well as the Patriot News Penlive.com for her “green art” concept.

Dates:	03/03/2014 - 04/26/2014
Start Time:	11:30 am
Location:	Zola New World Bistro
Address:	324 W College Ave, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://zolabistro.com
Photos:	3

This exhibition will examine the role of women in the Victorian period when Moses and Mary Irvin Thompson were raising their family at the Centre Furnace Mansion and serving as a center of hospitality during the development of the Farmers High School.

During the Victorian era, women’s lives were incredibly affected by developments in food preservation and the importance of stringent rules of etiquette.” The Veiled Arts of Victorian Women” exhibit explores the ways in which these two aspects of daily life influenced the Victorian woman’s place in the middle class home as she strove to be the moral compass of her family, ensuring that they adhere to the rules of etiquette in any situation.

Admission to the exhibit and Centre Furnace Mansion is free during tour hours Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Dates:	03/16/2014 - 08/31/2014
Start Time:	1:00 pm
Location:	Centre Furnace Mansion
Address:	1001 East College Avenue, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://www.centrehistory.org
Photos:	3

New paintings in oil by Art Margaux.

Images of nature, life and love on raw, un-stretched canvas, without borders or limitations.
The imagery expands across the surface as our minds do across time.
A diary entry of sorts, Maggie Wolszczan explores the secret gardens and silent corners of her mind on canvas.
Rather than expressing her stream of thought in words, she does it with a paintbrush and vivid imagery.

The Opening Reception will be held Saturday, January 11th, from 6-8pm at:

For more information about the artist please visit:

www.MaggieWolszczanArt.com

The Nutrition Habit Challenge was created in 2010 by the co-founders of One on One, Bruce and Kym Burke. Its goal has been to inspire clients of One on One to make one or two small nutritional commitments using the “Less is More” approach. This year, we are inviting the whole community to join us!

Dates:	03/24/2014 - 04/20/2014
Start Time:	12:01 am
Website:	http://www.nutritionhabitchallenge.com/
Photos:	1

Celebrate Recovery offers freedom from life's hurts, hang-ups and habits through God's healing and redemptive power using the "Eight Recovery Principles" based on the Beatitudes. Celebrate Recovery meets every Wednesday at 6:30pm ends at 8pm. Childcare is provided.



Contact Kim at 814-237-0711 for more information.

Located near Sears
Apr. 4 — Apr. 19

Monday-Saturday Noon-8pm; break Mon-Fri 3:15-4:00pm

Sunday 11am-6pm

April 16-19 10am-9pm

Dates:	04/04/2014 - 04/19/2014
Start Time:	12:01 pm
Location:	Nittany Mall
Address:	State College, PA (map)
Website:	http://shopnittanymall.com/calendar/event/17841
Photos:	1

FREE! This is not your little sister or brother’s egg hunt. This is bigger, better, darker and extremely COOL for kids in grades 6-8 with candy and prizes! Meet at the Nature Center Barn for games, food, & music before the hunt and don’t forget to bring your flashlight. FREE, but advance registration is required by Tuesday, March 26. Rain or shine; remember to dress for the weather. Program # 42210

Start Time:	8:00 pm
Location:	Millbrook Marsh Nature Center
Address:	State College, PA (map)
Website:	http://www.crpr.org/sp-events/specials.html
Photos:	1

Pace e Bene Outreach Coordinator, and former Jesuit Priest, John Dear will be visiting the State College Presbyterian Church, 132 W. Beaver Ave., State College, Pa, Wed., April 16, 2014. His presentation will begin at 7:00 p.m. in Westminster Hall.

John has published nearly thirty books and has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. A popular speaker and columnist, John has been organizing and participating in nonviolent campaigns for three decades resulting in over 75 arrests and more than a year of his life spent in jail. His fervent belief in nonviolent peacemaking has caused him no shortage of ridicule, but he continues down that challenging path changing hearts and minds with compassion along the way.

John's newest book The Nonviolent Life, focuses on three important aspects on the path toward becoming people of nonviolence - being nonviolent toward ourselves; being nonviolent to all others (including creation and creatures); and joining the global grassroots movement of nonviolence. According to John, “most people pick one or two of these dimensions, but few do all three. To become a fully rounded, three dimensional person of nonviolence we need to do all three simultaneously.”

Please join and be inspired by John’s story, and his challenge for us all.

Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	State College Presbyterian Church
Address:	132 W. Beaver Avenue, State College, PA, 16827 (map)
Photos:	1

Take a leisurely hike to see and hear the numerous bird species that migrate through central Pennsylvania. Shaver's Creek naturalists Doug Wentzel and Joshua Potter will help participants identify the songs, calls and field marks of species from hawks and eagles to thrushes and woodpeckers. Bring a good pair of hiking boots, binoculars, any guide books you have, and an inquisitive mind! Migration Morning walks are open to birders of all experience levels. Some binoculars are available to borrow. For more information, please visit www.shaverscreek.org/public-programs-and-events/birdwalks/

This program is free thanks to the generous support of our members, and Wiscoy Pets.

Dates:	04/02/2014 - 05/14/2014
Start Time:	7:00 am
Location:	Shaver's Creek Environmental Center
Address:	3400 Discovery Rd., Petersburg, PA, 16669 (map)
Website:	http://www.ShaversCreek.org
Photos:	1

Tasty Acoustic Music with Biscuit Jam:
7:00 - 9:00PM

No Cover
All Ages welcome
Free Parking

Dates:	01/22/2014 - 07/20/2014
Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	The Governors' Pub
Address:	211 West High Street, Bellefonte, PA, 16823 (map)
Website:	http://www.reverbnation.com/biscuitjam
Photos:	1

The Nittany Knights A Capella Barbershop Chorus is performing it's Annual Show here in State College on Saturday night April 26th.

Our special guest quartet this year is Da Capo, giving us 'ear candy' at it's sweetest.

Back in April of 2011, Da Capo competed in a regional A Capella competition in Washington, D.C. The group ranked 1st out of all competitors and was also voted "Audience Favorite". As a result, Da Capo was fortunate enough to represent the Mid-Atlantic Region at the Harmony Sweepstakes National Finals in San Francisco, CA in May of 2011. Once again, the group ranked 1st and was voted "Audience Favorite", earning the title 2011 Harmony Sweepstakes National Champions.

Tickets are available from any Chorus member or at the door..... while they last!

Adults $14.00 - Students $7.00
Ask about group discounts!

Dates:	04/16/2014 - 04/26/2014
Start Time:	7:30 pm
Location:	State College High School North Building
Address:	653 Westerly Pkwy, State College, PA, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://nittanyknights.org
Photos:	2

Mango West is a blend of rocky reggae and dream folk and they may be one of the only bands in State College playing entirely original music. With unique rhythms, impressive percussion, a wiry stand up bass, and howling vocals, they are sure to enlighten, soothe, or inspire you.

Start Time:	10:00 pm
Location:	The Darkhorse Tavern
Address:	127 E. Calder Way, State College, PA, 16801 (map)
Website:	http://https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mango-West/217029985124156
Photos:	1

Soccer Shots® is a uniquely designed program that will introduce soccer to your child in a fun, safe, and controlled environment. We offer creative soccer sessions where we teach basic soccer skills, fun games, and healthy competition to your child. Our program also emphasizes character-forming lessons such as fair play, individual concentration, cooperation, and encouragement.

Weekly Spring Sessions offered on:

Monday Mornings
Monday Evenings
Tuesday Mornings
Wednesday Evenings
Thursday Mornings
Thursday Evenings
Friday Evenings
Saturday Mornings

Also...don't forget about our Birthday Parties!!

Registration is now available at http://centralnorthernpa.ssreg.org or you can email us at ericwales@soccershots.org for more information

IRELAND BOUND!!!
Win a week-long trip for two to Ireland to See the Nittany Lions Play in Croke Park!

Total value of more than $6,600!

Drawing at the Shepherd's Ball on April 25, 2014 at The Lodge at Tussey.

Chances are $100 each with no more than 500 to be sold.

For complete details and to request a raffle chance visit www.TheShepherdsBall.com.

This prize was generously donated by Kay Rogers and The Centre for Travel. All proceeds benefit the Church of the Good Shepherd and its outreach ministries.

Dates:	03/12/2014 - 04/25/2014
Start Time:	7:00 pm
Location:	Good Shepherd Church
Address:	867 Grays Woods Blvd, Port Matilda, PA, 16870 (map)
Website:	http://www.TheShepherdsBall.com
Photos:	3