Activism
Still Here explores stories of migration, displacement, and survival by eight artists that represent a spectrum of the African Diaspora. The works in this exhibition use moving images to highlight the rituals and traditions that persevere and evolve, despite the oppressive historical ripple effects of colonialism and the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Through practices and tools of survival such as migrating, defending, dancing, gathering, praying, and claiming agency over one’s body, the works in this exhibition demonstrate that black and brown bodies are not here for consumption of the white gaze, nor are they passive beings upon whom actions are done or inflicted. Artists include Larry Achiampong, Adama Delphine Fawundu, Third Horizon (Jason Fitzroy Jeffers), Carlos Javier Ortiz, Cinthia Marcelle, Melo-X, Helina Metaferia, and Joiri Minaya. Curated by Larry Ossei-Mensah, Dexter Wimberly and Kiara Ventura, Still Here was originally organized at the Museum of the African Diaspora, San Francisco.
Video Still Credits: Larry Achiampong, Joiri Minaya, and Cinthia Marcelle
| Dates: |
01/21/2020 - 03/22/2020 |
| Start Time: |
10:00 am |
| Location: |
HUB Gallery |
| Address: |
241 Hub-Robeson Center, University Park, PA, 16802 (map) |
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Children & Families
Join us for a weekly story time with songs, stories, and finger plays.
| Dates: |
09/09/2019 - 08/31/2020 |
| Start Time: |
10:30 am |
| Location: |
Centre Hall Area Branch Library |
| Address: |
109 W Beryl St, Centre Hall, PA, 16828 (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.centrecountylibrary.org |
The Children's Eating Behavior Lab at Penn State University Park is looking for 7-8 year old children for a fun nutrition study! Contact Kara, our Project Coordinator, at [email protected] or 814-865-5169 for more information. You can also view a full description of the study and complete a screening questionnaire here: https://pennstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_41N3IXRBmXjegRf
Winter HOURS for AAUW State College used book donations are Monday 6-8pm, Tuesday and Wednesday 9:00am-2:30pm. 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 we are 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: |
01/06/2020 - 03/09/2020 |
| Start Time: |
6:00 pm |
| Location: |
AAUW State College |
| Address: |
176 Technology Drive, Boalsburg, PA, 16827 (map) |
| Website: |
http://aauwstatecollege.org |
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Classes, Films, Lectures
Improve your overall balance, flexibility, and well being. Qigong is a Chinese system of physical exercises and breathing control similar to Yoga and Tai Chi. In this class, you will experience the benefits of blending all of these practices together with gentle movement, self-applied massage, breathing practices, deep relaxation, and meditation.
Lead by: Stephanie’ Koller
Stephanie's journey into wellness began with her love of movement and dance. Growing up she took ballet lessons and also participated in high school/college varsity sports. In 2009 Stephanie discovered the healing powers that mind/body classes provide. She began teaching yoga-based group fitness classes and over time has expanded her offerings. She now teaches a variety of yoga-inspired formats and continues to expand her knowledge base. As a mind/body instructor, her goal is to help class participants make an internal connection between yoga postures and breathing. This enables them to become more grounded, empowered and confident.
Credentials:
200 RYT - Yoga Alliance
Certified Fitness Instructor - American Council on Exercise
Certified Body Flow Instructor - Les Mills International
This class meets weekly. Cost: $10 Fill your chakra card for free class!
Registration: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=631473&stype=-7&sVT=46&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000012
| Dates: |
11/18/2019 - 02/24/2020 |
| Start Time: |
5:30 pm |
| Location: |
Serenity Wellness Centre |
| Address: |
2011 Cato Ave., Suite 201, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.serenitywellnesscentre.com |
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Improve their overall balance, flexibility, and well being. Qigong is a Chinese system of physical exercises and breathing control similar to Yoga and Tai Chi. In this class, you will experience the benefits of blending all of these practices together with gentle movement, self-applied massage, breathing practices, deep relaxation, and meditation.
Cost: $10 Fill up your 7 Chakras with our class cards for a free class!
Registration required:
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=631473&stype=-7&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000012
| Dates: |
02/17/2020 - 05/25/2020 |
| Start Time: |
5:30 pm |
| Location: |
Serenity Wellness Centre |
| Address: |
2011 Cato Ave., Suite 201, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.serenitywellnesscentre.com |
| Photos: |
2
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Relax, renew, and restore your mind, body and spirit with a specially designed sequence of poses that focus on connecting movement to breath. This self-care practice focuses on slower transitions between postures and longer posture holds while promoting inner reflection, a restoration of balance between the mental and physical bodies, and self-compassion. Beginners welcome and modifications for Every Body will be offered.
| Dates: |
01/06/2020 - 12/31/2020 |
| Start Time: |
5:30 pm |
| Location: |
Wellness in Motion Studio |
| Address: |
2541 E. College Ave, Suite B, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://wellnessinmotionstudio.com |
| Photos: |
1
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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, with an emphasis on functional anatomy and good alignment. In addition to physical postures that build balance, strength, and flexibility, this class integrates pranayama breath work and meditation to instill a sense of calm and relaxation. The savasana pose at the end of practice provides an opportunity to integrate these mind-body benefits. Whether you are new to yoga or a regular practitioner, this class is for you and will include modifications to poses so that you may practice at your own comfort level.
| Dates: |
01/06/2020 - 12/28/2020 |
| Start Time: |
7:00 pm |
| Location: |
Wellness in Motion Studio |
| Address: |
2541 E College Ave, Suite B, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://wellnessinmotionstudio.com |
This class is a fusion of vinyasa flows and longer holds of yin yoga. The vinyasa portion will connect breath with movement through asanas, while the yin portion of class will give you a deep stretch to target deep connective tissue. A great combination to fuel your body, mind, and soul. This class is suitable for all levels of experience, with modifications provided.
| Dates: |
01/16/2020 - 12/31/2020 |
| Start Time: |
7:45 pm |
| Location: |
Wellness in Motion Studio |
| Address: |
2541 E College Ave, Suite B, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://wellnessinmotionstudio.com |
Exhibits
“Indigenous Roots/Routes: Contested Histories, Contemporary Experiences” reflects on the past five centuries of colonization and cultural exchange among Indigenous Peoples, Europeans, Africans and Americans. The exhibition explores the processes of social, religious and political adaptation, what it means to be rooted in or unrooted from one’s land, and how searching out unfamiliar routes forces others to travel new ones. It draws upon art, textural works and rare books from three major collections at Penn State: the Eberly Family Special Collections Library, the Matson Museum of Anthropology and the Palmer Museum of Art. Together the materials encourage us to question how history is written and how it informs contemporary works by Indigenous artists and activists. Located in the Special Collections Exhibition Gallery, 104 Paterno Library on Penn State's University Park campus, the exhibition is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, except for special holiday hours. The gallery is closed on Saturdays. Monthly hours of operation can be found at: https://libraries.psu.edu/monthly-hours?library=187
For more information, including information about accommodations and physical access, please contact Clara Drummond, curator and exhibitions coordinator, at 814-865-1793 or [email protected]
| Dates: |
09/17/2019 - 03/15/2020 |
| Start Time: |
9:00 am |
| Location: |
Special Collections Exhibition Gallery, Penn State University Libraries |
| Address: |
104 Paterno Library, University Park, PA, 16802 (map) |
| Website: |
http://libraries.psu.edu/specialcollections |
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Still Here explores stories of migration, displacement, and survival by eight artists that represent a spectrum of the African Diaspora. The works in this exhibition use moving images to highlight the rituals and traditions that persevere and evolve, despite the oppressive historical ripple effects of colonialism and the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Through practices and tools of survival such as migrating, defending, dancing, gathering, praying, and claiming agency over one’s body, the works in this exhibition demonstrate that black and brown bodies are not here for consumption of the white gaze, nor are they passive beings upon whom actions are done or inflicted. Artists include Larry Achiampong, Adama Delphine Fawundu, Third Horizon (Jason Fitzroy Jeffers), Carlos Javier Ortiz, Cinthia Marcelle, Melo-X, Helina Metaferia, and Joiri Minaya. Curated by Larry Ossei-Mensah, Dexter Wimberly and Kiara Ventura, Still Here was originally organized at the Museum of the African Diaspora, San Francisco.
Video Still Credits: Larry Achiampong, Joiri Minaya, and Cinthia Marcelle
| Dates: |
01/21/2020 - 03/22/2020 |
| Start Time: |
10:00 am |
| Location: |
HUB Gallery |
| Address: |
241 Hub-Robeson Center, University Park, PA, 16802 (map) |
| Photos: |
3
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Health
Start your week off right! This mixed level class will begin with gentle poses and progress towards more invigorating poses throughout the class, meditation and breathing techniques will also be explored. All levels of students are welcome to attend. Individual attention will be given and poses modified to meet your practice where you are at so whether you are new to yoga or have been practicing for a long time this class welcomes you. Get up, get moving and start you week off right with us!
| Dates: |
01/06/2020 - 12/31/2020 |
| Start Time: |
7:30 am |
| Location: |
Wellness in Motion Studio |
| Address: |
2541 E College Ave, Suite B, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://wellnessinmotionstudio.com |
| Photos: |
1
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Start your week off with yoga and reap the harvest. This class builds strength, flexibility, and balance, while at the same time nurtures a sense of spirit. You'll leave feeling more connected to yourself and the big energy, prana, that powers us all. The class will also teach principles of optimal alignment and how to tap into the power of breath. All levels are welcome!
| Dates: |
01/06/2020 - 12/31/2020 |
| Start Time: |
4:00 pm |
| Location: |
Wellness in Motion Studio |
| Address: |
2541 E. College Ave, Suite B, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://wellnessinmotionstudio.com |
| Photos: |
1
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BCSGCR will hold their December meeting at Stonebridge Senior Apartments on Bristol Ave. Please email for details: [email protected]
Improve their overall balance, flexibility, and well being. Qigong is a Chinese system of physical exercises and breathing control similar to Yoga and Tai Chi. In this class, you will experience the benefits of blending all of these practices together with gentle movement, self-applied massage, breathing practices, deep relaxation, and meditation.
Cost: $10 Fill up your 7 Chakras with our class cards for a free class!
Registration required:
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=631473&stype=-7&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000012
| Dates: |
02/17/2020 - 05/25/2020 |
| Start Time: |
5:30 pm |
| Location: |
Serenity Wellness Centre |
| Address: |
2011 Cato Ave., Suite 201, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.serenitywellnesscentre.com |
| Photos: |
2
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Improve your overall balance, flexibility, and well being. Qigong is a Chinese system of physical exercises and breathing control similar to Yoga and Tai Chi. In this class, you will experience the benefits of blending all of these practices together with gentle movement, self-applied massage, breathing practices, deep relaxation, and meditation.
Lead by: Stephanie’ Koller
Stephanie's journey into wellness began with her love of movement and dance. Growing up she took ballet lessons and also participated in high school/college varsity sports. In 2009 Stephanie discovered the healing powers that mind/body classes provide. She began teaching yoga-based group fitness classes and over time has expanded her offerings. She now teaches a variety of yoga-inspired formats and continues to expand her knowledge base. As a mind/body instructor, her goal is to help class participants make an internal connection between yoga postures and breathing. This enables them to become more grounded, empowered and confident.
Credentials:
200 RYT - Yoga Alliance
Certified Fitness Instructor - American Council on Exercise
Certified Body Flow Instructor - Les Mills International
This class meets weekly. Cost: $10 Fill your chakra card for free class!
Registration: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=631473&stype=-7&sVT=46&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000012
| Dates: |
11/18/2019 - 02/24/2020 |
| Start Time: |
5:30 pm |
| Location: |
Serenity Wellness Centre |
| Address: |
2011 Cato Ave., Suite 201, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://www.serenitywellnesscentre.com |
| Photos: |
2
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Relax, renew, and restore your mind, body and spirit with a specially designed sequence of poses that focus on connecting movement to breath. This self-care practice focuses on slower transitions between postures and longer posture holds while promoting inner reflection, a restoration of balance between the mental and physical bodies, and self-compassion. Beginners welcome and modifications for Every Body will be offered.
| Dates: |
01/06/2020 - 12/31/2020 |
| Start Time: |
5:30 pm |
| Location: |
Wellness in Motion Studio |
| Address: |
2541 E. College Ave, Suite B, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://wellnessinmotionstudio.com |
| Photos: |
1
|
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, with an emphasis on functional anatomy and good alignment. In addition to physical postures that build balance, strength, and flexibility, this class integrates pranayama breath work and meditation to instill a sense of calm and relaxation. The savasana pose at the end of practice provides an opportunity to integrate these mind-body benefits. Whether you are new to yoga or a regular practitioner, this class is for you and will include modifications to poses so that you may practice at your own comfort level.
| Dates: |
01/06/2020 - 12/28/2020 |
| Start Time: |
7:00 pm |
| Location: |
Wellness in Motion Studio |
| Address: |
2541 E College Ave, Suite B, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://wellnessinmotionstudio.com |
This class is a fusion of vinyasa flows and longer holds of yin yoga. The vinyasa portion will connect breath with movement through asanas, while the yin portion of class will give you a deep stretch to target deep connective tissue. A great combination to fuel your body, mind, and soul. This class is suitable for all levels of experience, with modifications provided.
| Dates: |
01/16/2020 - 12/31/2020 |
| Start Time: |
7:45 pm |
| Location: |
Wellness in Motion Studio |
| Address: |
2541 E College Ave, Suite B, State College, PA, 16801 (map) |
| Website: |
http://wellnessinmotionstudio.com |
