Karen Dabney
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Swing Your Partner Again: State College’s Contra Dance Scene Is Back, Welcoming Beginners, Families and Musicians
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Contra dance is experiencing a rebirth in State College. The traditional, easy-to-learn form of American country dance is drawing 40 to 60 people per event, dancing to a caller and live music in the State College Friends School’s community room.
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Three Decades of Live and Lively Folk Music With the Acoustic Brew Concert Series
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From Celtic tunes to singer-songwriters, a beloved concert series blends artistry, intimacy and community.
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Kick Up Your Heels: Local Line Dancing Offers Fitness, Friends and Fun
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From Philipsburg to Spring Mills, Centre County offers a wealth of line-dancing events and classes.
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Todd Hawbaker: From Journaler to Craftsman
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Todd Hawbaker’s passion for journaling led to an unexpected hobby that has grown into a successful part-time business, Ink & Timber Pens. Nothing in his background predicted his new vocation.
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100-Year-Old Heroes: Centre County Veterans Recall Their Service During World War II
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Robert “Pete” Lauck and Paul Grove, two 100-year-old World War II veterans who are lifelong Centre County residents, share here what the war and life afterward were like for them.
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Center for the Book Celebrates 25 Years
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The Pennsylvania Center for the Book is celebrating its 25th anniversary at Penn State, and the 22nd anniversary of a special booklist — the Baker’s Dozen: Thirteen Best Books for Family Literacy.
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150 Years of Milestones in College Township
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Founded in 1875, College Township is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year with a series of events for the entire community.
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Local Volunteers Highlight the Rewards of Giving Back
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Centre County has a wealth of volunteer opportunities for a wide range of interests and abilities. Three local volunteers share why they volunteer and what it means to them.
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Music for the Soul: Lenten Ecumenical Choir
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For seven weeks each spring, Centre County’s Lenten Ecumenical Choir brings together singers of diverse faiths and experience to practice music that reflects the spirit of the season and to share it with the community.
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Swing, Salsa, Cha-Cha & More With Centre Ballroom
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Centre Ballroom welcomes all to find their rhythm at Lambert Hall.