Children & Families
This FREE 30-day physical activity community challenge is an easy and fun way to get active with your family. Your family can include parents, kids, grandparents, dogs, colleagues or friends. There's no time or activity requirement. Dance, pedal, run, swim, walk....just be active in your own way.
| Dates: |
04/01/2018 - 04/30/2018 |
| Start Time: |
12:00 am |
| Location: |
Wherever you are! |
| Address: |
State College, PA (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.centremoves.org |
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The Center for Arts & Crafts at Penn State is now taking registrations for summer art camps! Camps for grades 1st-2nd, and 3rd-5th are one week 9am-4pm; pottery camps for grades 6th-9th are half day (9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm), 2 weeks.
Choose from a variety of camps- polar animals, story books, nature, multicultural art, room decor and more!
Register online! http://studentaffairs.psu.edu/hub/craftcenter/
Here are the dates for art camps 2018 for children entering
(grades 1-2), and (grades 3-5)
Session 1: June 18-22
Session 2: June 25-29
Session 3: July 9-13
Session 4: July 16-20
Pottery camps (for children entering grades 6th-9th)
(2 weeks, either 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm):
Session 1: June 18-29
Session 3: July 9-20
Session 4: July 16-20 (one week 9am-4pm)
Camp fee is $225
| Dates: |
03/14/2018 - 07/23/2018 |
| Start Time: |
7:00 am |
| Location: |
Center for Arts & Crafts |
| Address: |
3 Ritenour Building, State College, PA, 16802 (map) |
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Houserville House of Hope United Methodist Church, 1320 Houserville Road, State College, offers a 10:30 AM more contemporary worship service. Jean Stauffer and the House of Hope Praise Team provide music for this worship service. Join us with coffee/tea in hand (or get some when you arrive) and enjoy encountering God in community.
| Dates: |
04/01/2012 - 01/27/2019 |
| Start Time: |
10:30 am |
| Location: |
Houserville UMC House of Hope |
| Address: |
1320 Houserville Rd., State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://houserville-umc.org |
Casual, contemporary church service. Come visit us at our new location.
| Dates: |
07/16/2017 - 07/29/2018 |
| Start Time: |
10:30 am |
| Location: |
Mt.Nittany Elementary |
| Address: |
700 Brandywine Dr , State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://newhopesc.org |
Pack up the family and come out for a visit! Hands on activities! Fun for the whole family, where we connect the science and history of our agricultural past with the present day. Free and open to the public.
| Start Time: |
1:00 pm |
| Location: |
Pasto Agricultural Museum |
| Address: |
2710 West Pine Grove Road, Gate K, Pennsylvania Furnace, PA, 16865 (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.agsci.psu.edu/pasto |
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Celebrate Earth Day at Schlow by making bird houses and bird feeders. Plus, decorate a pot and plant your own tree seedling inside! Extra Credit: Take a picture of your family involved in any recycling activity and share it with @schlowlibrary on Twitter between April 1 & April 22 with the hashtag #DadsDoEarthDay for an entry to win a prize book! 1:30pm-4:30pm.
The Penn State Eco Action Club and People's Climate Movement are hosting an Earth Day Celebration on April 22nd from 2-6PM on the HUB Lawn (Rain Location: Alumni Hall). There will be live music featuring Lenina Crowne, Local Station, Eric Ian Farmer, and a Special Children's performance by Stacy Glen Tibbets. There will also be food and a variety of activities organized by clubs at Penn State.
| Start Time: |
2:00 pm |
| Location: |
HUB Lawn, Penn State University Park Campus |
| Address: |
State College, PA (map) |
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Classes, Films, Lectures
The Makery State College has dozens of summer classes this year. Check out our line up at http://themakerypa.com/.
| Dates: |
11/30/-0001 - 08/31/2018 |
| Start Time: |
7:00 am |
| Location: |
The Makery State College |
| Address: |
209 Calder Alley, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://themakerypa.com |
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Silly Science, Imaginarium, Stop-Motion Animation and more! State College Friends School Summer Camp programs have something - including swimming and field trips - for everyone! For more information on our Wee Friends camps for children ages 3-5, Kids Camps for children entering kindergarten through 4th grade, or Creative Arts camps, for children entering 4th through 7th grade, please visit our website, send us an email, or give us a call.
All Friends School summer camps are guided by the Quaker principles of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship. These camps are developed and supervised by Friends School staff and creative, loving camp counselors in a safe, caring community.
Join professional film makers, writers, producers, and directors for this two week summer day camp in State College, PA. For aspiring film makers entering grades 10-12. NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!
• Learn from people who are working professionals in the field of film and video production.
• Our instructors are experienced film makers and have won EMMY, Telly, and numerous other awards for their work.
• The camp is taught by professionals who will help define the digital media industry and its real world opportunities.
Green Light Media Camp will run two sessions from July 16 - 27, 2018. Choose to attend in the morning or the afternoon. Each day, Monday through Friday is 3 hours long and includes instruction, discussion and hands-on experience in all areas of film / video / and digital media production including:
• Writing • Directing • Producing • Editing • Cinematography
• The realities of being a film maker...you made a movie, now what?
• Career opportunities in video production and digital media
• Exploring the options and advantages (or disadvantages) of a college education in film
Registration is open, space is very limited! Register before March 14 and take $70.00 of regular registration price!
Green Light Media Camp is operated by BlueWhiteTV, a local film, video, and digital media agency. Our instructors have more than 20 years experience in creating feature films, documentaries and all forms of educational video content.
Participants must have completed 9th grade and be entering either 10, 11, or 12th grade in the fall. Each session is limited to 20 participants. Camp will be held at the BlueWhiteTV studio in State College. This is a day camp and no meals, transportation or overnight accommodations will be provided.
The foundation of vinyasa is linking breath to movement. In this invigorating class, you will create heat and energy in the body as you flow through a sequence of postures linked by breath. In addition to physical postures that build balance, strength, and flexibility, this class integrates pranayama breathwork and meditation to instill a sense of calm and relaxation. An extended savasana at the end of practice provides an opportunity to soak in these mind-body benefits. Whether you are newer to yoga or an advanced practitioner, different pose variations are given so you may practice at your own comfort level.
Stay up to date on our most recent class schedule, via our website: http://www.wellnessinmotionstudio.com/classes-and-events/class-calendar/
Are you ready to experience a deep dive into the Neurosculpting Meditation form? Join us for this extended foundational class to receive all the tools you need to get started in a new mindful way of living!
In the Foundation Class you will learn the foundational principles of the Neurosculpting® process plus the brain dynamics of a stress cycle and how to navigate those patterns. You’ll discover the basic neuroscience of neuroplasticity and learn ways you can enhance your brain’s learning and focus. You will have hands-on guidance in the Neurosculpting® process of meditation and mental entrainment in multiple guided exercises. This class also includes a self connection process you can apply to everyday life. This foundational class will focus on releasing deep stress and limiting stories and rewiring for experiences.
Date: April 28
Time: 3-6pm
Cost: $45
Questions? elishaclarkhalpin@gmail.com
To learn more or register, including payment options please use the link below: https://thedancingpilgrims.lpages.co/statecollegeneurosculpting/
Introducing Astrology Class
April 19, April 26, May 3
6:30-7:45
At BellaDonna Herbs, Lemont
Learn the basics of natal astrology using your own chart
The birth chart is a tool for understanding the self. We will employ both traditional and psychological approaches to astrology
You will gain an understanding of the “Big 3” of astrology - - your sun sign, moon sign and ascendant
We will identify your chart ruler(s)
Discuss helpful herbs and crystals based on your unique planetary positions
Pre-Registration Requested: astrologyhmarine@gmail.com; 814-777-7016; at BellaDonna Herbs, or on our Facebook Page: H Marine Astrology
$45 for 3 classes or $18 for a single class
Slow flow yoga offers an opportunity for renewal through slower transitions between postures, longer holds and mindful movement with breath awareness. This class welcomes practitioners of all ability levels (ages 12 – adult) who are interested in slowing the mind-body down and supporting the restoration of balance.
The Radiant Temple invites you to join us for Sacred Cacao Ceremonies!
~ 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 intentions led in a group setting
Known as a "Heart Opener," Cacao is used in ceremonial context as a way to deepen the experience of a self-healing journey. This beautiful plant ally supports us through physical, emotional, and energetic healing. We invite you to experience the gentle potency of this ceremony by going beyond what you know of chocolate to meet the natural source.
Join us for a Single Cacao Ceremony or the Whole Series!
Spring 2018 Ceremonies: January 6th, January 20th, February 11th, March 17th, & April 21st from 6:30-8:00pm
The ceremony will take place in a seated and/or lying down position with support, and is suitable for all mobility levels. No previous experience with Cacao or meditation is needed to participate. Persons aged 13 and up may participate, but anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Space is limited to ensure support and facilitation at the highest level for each participant.
For FULL Details including REGISTRATION and PAYMENT:
https://thedancingpilgrims.lpages.co/cacao-state-college/
Please email thedancingpilgrims@gmail.com with any questions!
Concerts
Join the Bellefonte Community Band for a trip across Euope with an afternoon of European-themed music. Selections include "English Folk Song Suite" by Ralph Vaughn Williams and "Blessed Are They" from Brams'"A German Requiem."
Admission is free, but donations are encouraged. The Bellefonte Community band is an all-volunteer group of about 60 musicians from throughout the Centre Region.
| Dates: |
04/01/2018 - 04/22/2018 |
| Start Time: |
3:00 pm |
| Location: |
Bellefonte Area High School |
| Address: |
830 E. Bishop St., Bellefonte, PA, 16823 (map) |
| Website: |
http://bellefonteband.net |
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Pricing: $39.50 Golden Circle (+5.50 Ticketing Fee); $34.50 Orchestra (+4.50 Ticketing Fee); $31.50 Balcony (+$4.50 Ticketing Fee); $6.50 Children/Student (+$1.50 Ticketing Fee)
Enjoy an eclectic mix of delightful music with a French “twist”, featuring internationally acclaimed cello soloist, Kim Cook.
| Start Time: |
3:00 pm |
| Location: |
The State Theatre |
| Address: |
130 West College Ave, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://thestatetheatre.org |
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The Pennsylvania Chamber Orchestra is thrilled to present "The French Connection" concert at The State Theatre on Sunday, April 22, 2018 at 3:00pm, featuring Penn State Cello Professor and international soloist, Kim Cook.
The program includes:
Couperin - Five Pieces for Cello and Orchestra
Ravel - Le Tombeau de Couperin
Saint-Saens - Cello Concerto No. 1
Mozart - Symphony No. 31 "Paris"
Tickets are $36, $39, $45, and $8 for child/student with ID and can be purchased at The State Theatre, online at www.thestatetheatre.org, or by calling 814-272-0606.
Following the abrupt blackout of GRAMMY®-nominated, Platinum-selling Newsboys’ social media accounts, the band—with a little help from some old friends—reemerged on December 13th for a major announcement. Next year, Newsboys will welcome back to the stage former bandmates Peter Furler and Phil Joel for the "Newsboys United Tour," showcasing "all the hits... under one roof... for one tour."
Along with an electrifying headlining set led by frontman Michael Tait and longtime members Duncan Phillips, Jeff Frankenstein and Jody Davis, Newsboys United will see Furler and Joel join the group for many of the most popular hits of the band's three-decade career. The “Newsboys United Tour” will also feature special guest Word Worship recording artist Zealand, which is founded and fronted by Joel.
TICKET PRICES
$28
$48
$103 VIP EXPERIENCE
$10 PSU STUDENT TICKET!
Due to last year's overwhelmingly positive feedback, the Nittany Knights Mens A Cappella Barbershop Chorus will again be performing our annual show "It's About the Music", at the STATE THEATRE this year.
Enjoy four part A Cappella harmonies in the Barbershop style and our world class guest quartet, PRATT STREET POWER will be featured.
They won the 2016 International Youth Barbershop Quartet Contest in Nashville, TN! They are also the 2017 Mid-Atlantic District 2nd Place Quartet and are 2017 International Quartet Semi-Finalists. All four singers are active members of Parkside Harmony Mens Chorus. They are the 2018 Mid-Atlantic District Chorus Champions and 2017 International Chorus Medalist.
The show will also feature the Mount Nittany Middle School children's chorus and other quartets.
Tickets are available for $16 & $19 Reserved Seating at:
www.thestatetheatre.org.
ALL MEN: Ask any Nittany Knight about having fun every Monday night at 7:00 at South Hills School downstairs in the Community Room.
| Dates: |
01/10/2018 - 05/05/2018 |
| Start Time: |
7:30 pm |
| Location: |
State Theatre |
| Address: |
130 West College Avenue, STATE COLLEGE, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://nittanyknights.org |
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Exhibits
Anne Kenyon, Jason Bloom
Anne Kenyon’s artwork features both pastel paintings and hand pulled
prints -- drypoints, monoprints and collagraphs. Some of the pastel
paintings are part of an ongoing series of Florida landscapes.The
prints represent a new artistic direction and are often enhanced with
pastels and watercolor.
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: |
04/03/2018 - 04/28/2018 |
| Start Time: |
10:30 am |
| Location: |
Gallery Shop |
| Address: |
824 Pike St, Lemont , PA, 16851 (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.gallery-shop.com |
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This juried exhibition celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania and showcases the work of our area’s many talented artists. This year’s juror is B. Stephen Carpenter II, Professor of Art Education and African American Studies; Co-Director of the Summer Institute on Contemporary Art (SICA); and Chief Executive Artist for Reservoir Studio at Penn State. Founded in 1968, the Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania is a nonprofit organization that exists to serve students, artists, and the art-loving public in Pennsylvania’s Centre County, the adjacent counties, and beyond. The Art Alliance builds bridges between teachers and art students of all ages and actively encourages community members to become involved in diverse and ever-changing art experiences. For more information on the Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania, please visit their website at artalliancepa.org.
| Dates: |
02/27/2018 - 04/27/2018 |
| Start Time: |
12:00 pm |
| Location: |
Robeson Gallery |
| Address: |
HUB Robeson Center, University Park, PA, 16802 (map) |
This juried exhibition displays the studio art portion of the Annual Graduate Research Exhibition, offering students the opportunity to display their work in a professional setting. Visual Arts students will exhibit artwork in a variety of media, based on their in-progress work towards their thesis portfolio. The Annual Graduate Research Exhibition celebrates research in all its aspects as an essential and exciting part of graduate education at Penn State. Established in 1986, the Graduate Exhibition places special emphasis on communicating research and creative endeavor to a general audience and offers an opportunity for professional development by challenging graduate students to present their work in clear, comprehensible terms to people outside their fields.
| Dates: |
03/23/2018 - 04/22/2018 |
| Start Time: |
12:00 pm |
| Location: |
HUB Gallery |
| Address: |
HUB Robeson Center , University Park, PA, 16802 (map) |
Visit the Centre Furnace Mansion, a restored and furnished ironmaster's home listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This historic mansion and nearby iron furnace stack represent the 18th century beginnings of the charcoal iron industry in this area, and the 19th century beginnings of the Pennsylvania State University.
Guided tours last about 1 hour and are available from 1 - 4 p.m.
There are no tours on Easter Sunday or Fourth of July. Please plan accordingly or call ahead.
General admission is free (suggested donation of $4/person, or $2/person for large groups).
| Dates: |
01/05/2018 - 11/16/2018 |
| Start Time: |
1:00 pm |
| Location: |
Centre Furnace Mansion |
| Address: |
1001 East College Avenue, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.centrehistory.org |
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Health
The foundation of vinyasa is linking breath to movement. In this invigorating class, you will create heat and energy in the body as you flow through a sequence of postures linked by breath. In addition to physical postures that build balance, strength, and flexibility, this class integrates pranayama breathwork and meditation to instill a sense of calm and relaxation. An extended savasana at the end of practice provides an opportunity to soak in these mind-body benefits. Whether you are newer to yoga or an advanced practitioner, different pose variations are given so you may practice at your own comfort level.
Stay up to date on our most recent class schedule, via our website: http://www.wellnessinmotionstudio.com/classes-and-events/class-calendar/
Are you ready to experience a deep dive into the Neurosculpting Meditation form? Join us for this extended foundational class to receive all the tools you need to get started in a new mindful way of living!
In the Foundation Class you will learn the foundational principles of the Neurosculpting® process plus the brain dynamics of a stress cycle and how to navigate those patterns. You’ll discover the basic neuroscience of neuroplasticity and learn ways you can enhance your brain’s learning and focus. You will have hands-on guidance in the Neurosculpting® process of meditation and mental entrainment in multiple guided exercises. This class also includes a self connection process you can apply to everyday life. This foundational class will focus on releasing deep stress and limiting stories and rewiring for experiences.
Date: April 28
Time: 3-6pm
Cost: $45
Questions? elishaclarkhalpin@gmail.com
To learn more or register, including payment options please use the link below: https://thedancingpilgrims.lpages.co/statecollegeneurosculpting/
Would you like to…
-Learn the basics of a traditional yoga practice in a safe, small-class environment?
-Discover the physical and mental benefits of a yoga practice?
-Strengthen your body and mind?
Then join Lila Yoga studio for the Intro to Yoga Workshop! Intro to yoga is a 4 evening workshop specifically for students with little or no yoga experience. This small-class setting is an ideal way to learn the fundamentals of a safe, healthy yoga practice.
Carol Williams, a Lila Yoga teacher, will introduce basic concepts of a complete yoga practice, including:
Asana (Postures)
Pranayama (Breath work)
Philosophy
Meditation
When:
Class starts Sunday, April 8th, 2018.
Class meets on 4 consecutive Sunday nights @ 7:00-8:15pm
Location:
Lila Yoga Studios
103 E. Beaver Ave, 2nd Floor
Downtown State College, PA 16801
What you need:
We have yoga mats.
Just bring a water bottle and comfortable clothing!
Cost:
Your tuition pays for the 4 “intro classes” in this series.
Special:
$60.00 (Price good thru March 30th)
(Regular price: $70.00)
DISCOUNTS:
Lila Community Card Members + Lila Wellness Members receive 10% off tuition cost
Slow flow yoga offers an opportunity for renewal through slower transitions between postures, longer holds and mindful movement with breath awareness. This class welcomes practitioners of all ability levels (ages 12 – adult) who are interested in slowing the mind-body down and supporting the restoration of balance.
The Radiant Temple invites you to join us for Sacred Cacao Ceremonies!
~ 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 intentions led in a group setting
Known as a "Heart Opener," Cacao is used in ceremonial context as a way to deepen the experience of a self-healing journey. This beautiful plant ally supports us through physical, emotional, and energetic healing. We invite you to experience the gentle potency of this ceremony by going beyond what you know of chocolate to meet the natural source.
Join us for a Single Cacao Ceremony or the Whole Series!
Spring 2018 Ceremonies: January 6th, January 20th, February 11th, March 17th, & April 21st from 6:30-8:00pm
The ceremony will take place in a seated and/or lying down position with support, and is suitable for all mobility levels. No previous experience with Cacao or meditation is needed to participate. Persons aged 13 and up may participate, but anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Space is limited to ensure support and facilitation at the highest level for each participant.
For FULL Details including REGISTRATION and PAYMENT:
https://thedancingpilgrims.lpages.co/cacao-state-college/
Please email thedancingpilgrims@gmail.com with any questions!
Outdoor and Recreation
Would you like to…
-Learn the basics of a traditional yoga practice in a safe, small-class environment?
-Discover the physical and mental benefits of a yoga practice?
-Strengthen your body and mind?
Then join Lila Yoga studio for the Intro to Yoga Workshop! Intro to yoga is a 4 evening workshop specifically for students with little or no yoga experience. This small-class setting is an ideal way to learn the fundamentals of a safe, healthy yoga practice.
Carol Williams, a Lila Yoga teacher, will introduce basic concepts of a complete yoga practice, including:
Asana (Postures)
Pranayama (Breath work)
Philosophy
Meditation
When:
Class starts Sunday, April 8th, 2018.
Class meets on 4 consecutive Sunday nights @ 7:00-8:15pm
Location:
Lila Yoga Studios
103 E. Beaver Ave, 2nd Floor
Downtown State College, PA 16801
What you need:
We have yoga mats.
Just bring a water bottle and comfortable clothing!
Cost:
Your tuition pays for the 4 “intro classes” in this series.
Special:
$60.00 (Price good thru March 30th)
(Regular price: $70.00)
DISCOUNTS:
Lila Community Card Members + Lila Wellness Members receive 10% off tuition cost
The Paterno Family Beaver Stadium Run for Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA), presented by the Sheetz family, will return to Penn State on Blue White Weekend for a ninth consecutive year. More than 3,000 runners and walkers of all ages and abilities will participate in a 5K run or 2 mile family fun walk on Sunday, April 22, 2018. The Run will begin in the vicinity of the Bryce Jordan Center on Curtin Road, move through Penn State’s scenic campus, and conclude with runners racing through the Beaver Stadium Tunnel and onto the Nittany Lions’ home turf to “finish at the fifty!”
Penn State - Events
The Center for Arts & Crafts at Penn State is now taking registrations for summer art camps! Camps for grades 1st-2nd, and 3rd-5th are one week 9am-4pm; pottery camps for grades 6th-9th are half day (9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm), 2 weeks.
Choose from a variety of camps- polar animals, story books, nature, multicultural art, room decor and more!
Register online! http://studentaffairs.psu.edu/hub/craftcenter/
Here are the dates for art camps 2018 for children entering
(grades 1-2), and (grades 3-5)
Session 1: June 18-22
Session 2: June 25-29
Session 3: July 9-13
Session 4: July 16-20
Pottery camps (for children entering grades 6th-9th)
(2 weeks, either 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm):
Session 1: June 18-29
Session 3: July 9-20
Session 4: July 16-20 (one week 9am-4pm)
Camp fee is $225
| Dates: |
03/14/2018 - 07/23/2018 |
| Start Time: |
7:00 am |
| Location: |
Center for Arts & Crafts |
| Address: |
3 Ritenour Building, State College, PA, 16802 (map) |
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We may at times ask ourselves: does my life have some meaning? Is there some greater purpose to this struggle – to all of my endeavors? At both critical and mundane moments, we wonder…”What should I be doing with my life?”
There is a thin line between having too many choices and having none at all – yet we could feel lost in the cosmos either way. In the pursuit of a meaningful life, is “meaning” something I piece together, my own personal jigsaw puzzle? Or is there a deeper purpose to my life and this universe I am a part of?
In pursuit of the answer to this question, join us for a journey of self-discovery with world-traveling monk Devamrita Swami. We might sometimes feel that the universe is calling us in an unlimited number of directions, confusing our determination of which path to take – so come for the opportunity to take a fresh look at your choices through the lens of ancient yoga wisdom presented by Devamrita Swami. You never know what you might find!
Enjoy morning meditations, engaging workshops, delicious meals and the beauty of a natural environment that is sure to soothe the soul and inspire deep thinking. We hope you can make it!
More details:
The Early Bird Fee is $125, which includes all your expenses (accommodation, meals, activities, etc.). Once we receive your payment, your spot is reserved. Hurry and claim your spot now!
About Devamrita Swami: Devamrita Swami is a world traveling monk of over 40 years joining us from ‘down under’. He graduated from Yale University and is an author of several books like Hiding in Unnatural Happiness, Searching for Vedic India, Perfect Escape and others. He is the founder of the Institute of Sustainability and an advisor on Spiritual Economics to the Russian Chamber of Commerce. In addition, he serves as the director of the Gita Nagari Yoga Farm which is a sustainable community that works in harmony with nature and animals to demonstrate an example of compassionate and sustainable living for all. He has presented on diverse topics to students across top universities of the world like Yale, UCLA, Indian Institute of Technology, Cardiff University, Columbia University, University of Toronto, Melbourne University, University of Pennsylvania and several others. His strategic guidance has proved invaluable to students and professionals seeking to balance their spiritual and professional life. Main stops on his global circuit are Australia, China, New Zealand, the USA, South Africa, Russia, India, Argentina, Chile, the UK, Scandinavia, and Central Europe.
About Gita Nagari: An abode of scenic beauty and peaceful souls will be our home for 2-days. Set in the scenic Tuscarora Valley, framed by mountain ridges and a bubbling creek, Gita Nagari is home to joyful volunteers, a herd of peaceful cows/oxen, and a carefree flock of about 40 peacocks. With 350 acres of rolling green hay fields, pastures, and diverse woods, the farm focuses on engaging in compassionate farming, a directive which guides all its activities. The only USDA certified ahimsa (nonviolent) farm in the United States, Gita Nagari is a working example of how sustainability, compassionate living and spirituality are inseparable components of a holistic life.
What a day would look like:
* Morning Meditations
* Breakfast
* Workshops with Devamrita Swami
* Lunch
* Select Activities: farm work, nature walks, yoga classes, etc.
* Evening workshops with Devamrita Swami
* Dinner
* Musical Meditation
Always expect leisure time throughout the day when you can connect with others, explore and make new friends.
Hope to see you there!
| Dates: |
04/20/2018 - 04/22/2018 |
| Start Time: |
12:00 pm |
| Location: |
Gita Nagari Eco Farm |
| Address: |
534 Gita Nagari Road, Spruce Hill, PA, 17082 (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.mantraphilly.com/retreat |
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“I feel blessed to live in such a beautiful area, surrounded by mountains to explore, streams and rivers to fish, and an abundant source of inspiring landscape to paint. I hope to interpret my work, for others, that which moves me when I view the land.”Natural elements, such as the soothing sound of a waterfall, the smell of a field of freshly baled hay, or the feel of a rocky climb, trigger Jeanne McKinney’s desire to capture their spirit in a painted image. By working directly outdoors, she not only paints the landscape, but becomes a real part of the landscape thus allowing her to express a more authentic and honest interpretation. McKinney begins her artistic process by developing several studies followed by a gestural drawing in nupastel with a turpenoid wash. A variety of soft pastels are applied loosely over the under paintings working from the general to the specific. She often works with a limited palette of pastels to bring cohesiveness to a painting. Jeanne McKinney is a Penn State alumna and currently resides in the State College area. She is a member of several local and national professional artist groups and has studied painting workshops with numerous Juried Associate Members of the Pastel Society of America. McKinney has exhibited her paintings in juried national and regional exhibitions, and her work can be found locally at The State College Framing Company and Gallery, The Green Drake Gallery and Arts Center, and the Gallery Shop in Lemont, Pennsylvania.
| Dates: |
01/18/2018 - 06/18/2018 |
| Start Time: |
12:00 pm |
| Location: |
Room 206 |
| Address: |
Office of the Vice President of Student Affairs , University Park, PA, 16802 (map) |
There’s something fascinating about a group of friends having a conversation. The subtle flicks of fingers and matching rise and fall of voices, the undulation of the crowd. Lydia Walton draws those moments; the lounging, the talking, the tilt of a chair’s legs leaned too far away from the ground. She brings those people into her imagination,separates them from their flawed reality, and lets them spill onto the page, altered to fit a strange world of her design that features similarly altered busses, streets, buildings, and other everyday environments. Walton’s work seeks to explore pervasive themes in popular entertainment as well as the effect of popular media on social interaction. Lydia Walton is currently a senior at Penn State majoring in Painting and Drawing.
| Dates: |
01/25/2018 - 04/27/2018 |
| Start Time: |
12:00 pm |
| Location: |
North Hall Cultural Lounge |
| Address: |
North Halls , University , PA, 16802 (map) |
For more than 40 years the CFAC has provided quality programs and services for the ever-changing social, educational and recreational needs of the Centre County Community. Their main office and classrooms are located in Ritenour Building at the corner of Pollock and Shortlidge Roads, and the Ceramics Studio is located in the HUB-Robeson Center. The Center for Arts and Crafts offers a variety of non-credit adult art classes during Fall and Spring semesters, and children’s art camps in the summer. All classes are taught by Penn State University Art majors, Art Education majors, graduate students and professional artists.
| Dates: |
03/30/2018 - 04/29/2018 |
| Start Time: |
12:00 pm |
| Location: |
Art Alley |
| Address: |
HUB Robeson Center, University Park, PA, 16802 (map) |
This juried exhibition displays the studio art portion of the Annual Graduate Research Exhibition, offering students the opportunity to display their work in a professional setting. Visual Arts students will exhibit artwork in a variety of media, based on their in-progress work towards their thesis portfolio. The Annual Graduate Research Exhibition celebrates research in all its aspects as an essential and exciting part of graduate education at Penn State. Established in 1986, the Graduate Exhibition places special emphasis on communicating research and creative endeavor to a general audience and offers an opportunity for professional development by challenging graduate students to present their work in clear, comprehensible terms to people outside their fields.
| Dates: |
03/23/2018 - 04/22/2018 |
| Start Time: |
12:00 pm |
| Location: |
HUB Gallery |
| Address: |
HUB Robeson Center , University Park, PA, 16802 (map) |
Forbidden to leave his country, Soleimanpour distilled the experience of an entire generation in a wild, utterly original play. “White Rabbit Red Rabbit” is a work about contemporary Iran and of Soleimanpour’s generation — a generation born amidst the hardship of the Iran-Iraq war; a generation of computer-literate, well-informed young people who have never known an Iran other than the Islamic Republic.
This theatrical experience hopes to answer unanswerable questions about relationships, community, international cultures and theatrical environments. A short talk back will occur after every performance.
This unique show features no rehearsals, no director and no set, and a different actor reads the script cold for the first time at each performance. Featuring Malena Ramirez, Timothy Lewis, Lauren Weber, Nalini Krishnankutty, Sam Richards, and Henry Ragan.
| Dates: |
04/22/2018 - 04/28/2018 |
| Start Time: |
7:30 pm |
| Location: |
Theatre Building Room 119 |
| Address: |
Rm 119, Theatre Building, University Park, PA, 16802 (map) |
| Website: |
http://whiteredpsu.eventbrite.com |
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Special Events
We may at times ask ourselves: does my life have some meaning? Is there some greater purpose to this struggle – to all of my endeavors? At both critical and mundane moments, we wonder…”What should I be doing with my life?”
There is a thin line between having too many choices and having none at all – yet we could feel lost in the cosmos either way. In the pursuit of a meaningful life, is “meaning” something I piece together, my own personal jigsaw puzzle? Or is there a deeper purpose to my life and this universe I am a part of?
In pursuit of the answer to this question, join us for a journey of self-discovery with world-traveling monk Devamrita Swami. We might sometimes feel that the universe is calling us in an unlimited number of directions, confusing our determination of which path to take – so come for the opportunity to take a fresh look at your choices through the lens of ancient yoga wisdom presented by Devamrita Swami. You never know what you might find!
Enjoy morning meditations, engaging workshops, delicious meals and the beauty of a natural environment that is sure to soothe the soul and inspire deep thinking. We hope you can make it!
More details:
The Early Bird Fee is $125, which includes all your expenses (accommodation, meals, activities, etc.). Once we receive your payment, your spot is reserved. Hurry and claim your spot now!
About Devamrita Swami: Devamrita Swami is a world traveling monk of over 40 years joining us from ‘down under’. He graduated from Yale University and is an author of several books like Hiding in Unnatural Happiness, Searching for Vedic India, Perfect Escape and others. He is the founder of the Institute of Sustainability and an advisor on Spiritual Economics to the Russian Chamber of Commerce. In addition, he serves as the director of the Gita Nagari Yoga Farm which is a sustainable community that works in harmony with nature and animals to demonstrate an example of compassionate and sustainable living for all. He has presented on diverse topics to students across top universities of the world like Yale, UCLA, Indian Institute of Technology, Cardiff University, Columbia University, University of Toronto, Melbourne University, University of Pennsylvania and several others. His strategic guidance has proved invaluable to students and professionals seeking to balance their spiritual and professional life. Main stops on his global circuit are Australia, China, New Zealand, the USA, South Africa, Russia, India, Argentina, Chile, the UK, Scandinavia, and Central Europe.
About Gita Nagari: An abode of scenic beauty and peaceful souls will be our home for 2-days. Set in the scenic Tuscarora Valley, framed by mountain ridges and a bubbling creek, Gita Nagari is home to joyful volunteers, a herd of peaceful cows/oxen, and a carefree flock of about 40 peacocks. With 350 acres of rolling green hay fields, pastures, and diverse woods, the farm focuses on engaging in compassionate farming, a directive which guides all its activities. The only USDA certified ahimsa (nonviolent) farm in the United States, Gita Nagari is a working example of how sustainability, compassionate living and spirituality are inseparable components of a holistic life.
What a day would look like:
* Morning Meditations
* Breakfast
* Workshops with Devamrita Swami
* Lunch
* Select Activities: farm work, nature walks, yoga classes, etc.
* Evening workshops with Devamrita Swami
* Dinner
* Musical Meditation
Always expect leisure time throughout the day when you can connect with others, explore and make new friends.
Hope to see you there!
| Dates: |
04/20/2018 - 04/22/2018 |
| Start Time: |
12:00 pm |
| Location: |
Gita Nagari Eco Farm |
| Address: |
534 Gita Nagari Road, Spruce Hill, PA, 17082 (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.mantraphilly.com/retreat |
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Pack up the family and come out for a visit! Hands on activities! Fun for the whole family, where we connect the science and history of our agricultural past with the present day. Free and open to the public.
| Start Time: |
1:00 pm |
| Location: |
Pasto Agricultural Museum |
| Address: |
2710 West Pine Grove Road, Gate K, Pennsylvania Furnace, PA, 16865 (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.agsci.psu.edu/pasto |
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The Howard United Methodist Church will be hosting
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University Class
Howard United Methodist Church
Sundays at 6:30 p.m., beginning April 15
FPU consists of a nine-week video curriculum taught by financial expert Dave Ramsey. It teaches budget planning, accountability and discipleship. It provides participants with a plan to pay off outstanding debt and become debt free. Join us for this class and learn these essential financial skills.
For more information visit our website at: http://howardum.org/FPU.pdf
| Dates: |
04/15/2018 - 06/17/2018 |
| Start Time: |
6:30 pm |
| Location: |
Howard United Methodist Church |
| Address: |
144 West Main Street, Howard, PA, 16841 (map) |
| Website: |
http://howardum.org/FPU.pdf |
