The Polar Express

This is the last weekend to take a ride on the Polar Express! The fun begins at Schlow Library with a reading of The Polar Express. Children will receive a small drawstring bag with a bell and a coin they can spend at Santa's Workshop Photos with Santa also available at Santa's Workshop.

Saturday 11am-3pm and Sunday 2-4:20pm. (more info)

Holiday Classic Movies

There are lots of great movies opening over the holidays, but if you feel like getting into the Christmas spirit why not check out some of the holiday classics. Holiday Inn, White Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street and, of course, It's a Wonderful Life will all be shown at the State Theatre Dec. 17-23.  Visit our movie listings of all local theatres in one place throughout the holidays for movie times, websites, reviews and more! (movie page)

HEADLINES:

Sandusky Extension: Jerry Sandusky's defense team has until Dec. 26 to file all of the necessary documents to keep his hopes of an appeal in tact. (Read)

Rise & Rally Cancelled: The RISE and RALLY bowl celebration planned for January 5-7 in Atlantic City to honor Penn State’s seniors is no more. (Read)

BOT Legislation: Rep. Scott Conklin proposed sweeping legislation Tuesday that would reduce the number of board members by 10. (Other restrictions)

Jury Commissioners: Centre County could be the next to do away with the jury commissioner role by 2013. (Cost a factor)

Shopping tips: The holiday season is in full swing, and the shops in downtown State College have great deals for you to satisfy everyone on your list. (Daily tip)

Penn State Scandal CONTINUING COVERAGE

(All News)

This Week's COLUMNS:

Beware of Falling Santas - Santa Clause

Quick Chat with 89yr old Purveyor of Meyer Dairy Eggnog - Michele Marchetti

Chi Omega, Here We Go Again - Patty Kleban

Illustrative Alliterations - Jeff Byers

Final Tribute to the Seniors - Mike Poorman

(Columnist Page)

Toys for Tots

Each year the annual local Toys for Tots campaign effort ensures that over 3000 less-than-fortunate Centre County children enjoy the holiday spirit.  There are wrapping sessions starting this Saturday at the Penn State Conference center. (More info here)

Other Volunteer info and Holiday Events are available on our Holiday Guide.

"Jingle Bells" was originally written for a Thanksgiving celebration, in 1857.