Sorry for the delay this week but we have been on vacation and though I planned to continue posting we did not have internet access at our cottage.
Thursday, July 14
Central PA Festival of the Arts
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Downtown State College and University Park
The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts will bring over 125,000 people to downtown State College and the University Park campus of Penn State to celebrate the arts with its nationally recognized Sidewalk Sale and Exhibition, gallery exhibition, sand sculpture and music, dance and theatrical performances in a variety of traditional and non-traditional venues.
Discovery Space of Central PA Open House
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
112 W. Foster Ave. in State College
The doors will be open free to the public to take a peak at the 5-6 exhibits ready to be viewed. Many exhibits are still in the making but Discovery Space wanted the community to have an early preview of a few finished exhibits.
Make it, Take it Event: Passport to the France
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Michael's, 44 Collannade Way, State College
Join Michael's staff in learning about the culture of France. Find a variety of French-themed activities. Create an impressionist-style painting and funky little craft Frenchmen. Free while supplies last. Ages 3 and up.
Friday, July 15
Central PA Festival of the Arts
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Downtown State College and University Park
Discovery Space of Central PA Open House
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
112 W. Foster Ave. in State College
The doors will be open free to the public to take a peak at the 5-6 exhibits ready to be viewed. Many exhibits are still in the making but Discovery Space wanted the community to have an early preview of a few finished exhibits.
Lemont Concert Series
7:30 PM
The Village Green, Dale Street and Mount Nittany Road, Lemont
Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy a free concert by Ellen Shultz. Cost free, all ages welcome.
Movies on the Mountain: Despicable Me
9:00 PM
Tussey Mountain Amphitheatre, 301 Bear Meadow Rd., Boalsburg
Enjoy your favorite movies on the wide screen! Admission begins at 8pm, is just $1 and classic movie popcorn and candy will be available- as well as hot dogs, hamburgers, and other good food you won't find at regular showings! Soda, Beer, and other beverages, too. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and watch a fun flick outside... a great American tradition! PLUS from 6-9pm the Go-Kart track is running Half-Off specials on races nights before a movie!
Saturday, July 16
Central PA Festival of the Arts
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Downtown State College and University Park
Discovery Space of Central PA Open House
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
112 W. Foster Ave. in State College
The doors will be open free to the public to take a peak at the 5-6 exhibits ready to be viewed along with outdoor hands-on science activities. Many exhibits are still in the making but Discovery Space wanted the community to have an early preview of a few finished exhibits.
Book Fest PA
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Schlow Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College
Celebrate books and authors at the second annual BookFestPA. Nationally known and local authors will talk about their work, sign books, and meet their fans. Featuring bestselling authors Lisa Scottoline, Tamar Myers, Nancy Martin and more. Visit www.bookfestpa.org for more information.
Children's Storytime featuring Clifford the Big Red Dog
10:30 AM
Barnes and Noble, Benner Pike (across from the Nittany Mall), State College
Clifford will visit the store and will be available for pictures after the reading. In the Children's Department, all ages welcome.
Saturday Stories Alive
11:00 AM
Schlow Library Children’s Dept., 211 S. Allen St., State College
Join the library staff for crafts and story time. Cost free, no-registration required, ages 2-7.
Make it, Take it Event: Passport to the United Kingdom
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Michael's, 44 Collannade Way, State College
Join Michael's staff in learning about the culture of the United Kingdom. Travel to the UK through craft. Create an artful crown and shamrock. Participants must purchase crown. Ages 3 and up.
Snake Search
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Environmental Learning Center, Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Find the snakes in the woods with questions on them. Try to answer the questions and win a prize.
Fireflys
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Environmental Learning Center, Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Discover some interesting facts about fireflies. Try to catch some to see them up close.
AstroFest
8:30 - 11:30 PM
Davey Lab, University Park
KIDS TALK: Searching for Aliens: Finding Lilo's Stitch! by Therese Jones - 8:30 and 9:30 Also enjoy stargazing through the telescopes on the roof of Davey Lab.
Snake Search
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Environmental Learning Center, Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Find the snakes in the woods with questions on them. Try to answer the questions and win a prize.
Fireflys
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Environmental Learning Center, Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Discover some interesting facts about fireflies. Try to catch some to see them up close.
AstroFest
8:30 - 11:30 PM
Davey Lab, University Park
KIDS TALK: Searching for Aliens: Finding Lilo's Stitch! by Therese Jones - 8:30 and 9:30 Also enjoy stargazing through the telescopes on the roof of Davey Lab.
Sunday, July 17
Butterflys of Black Moshannon
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Environmental Learning Center, Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Join park extern Kate for this fun program about butterflies that live at the park. Try to identify some of the butterflies found throughout the park.
Dragons and Damsels
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Boat Launch #3 on West Side Road, Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Try to catch some dragonflies and damselflies to identify, while finding out interesting facts about them.
Central PA Festival of the Arts
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Environmental Learning Center, Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Join park extern Kate for this fun program about butterflies that live at the park. Try to identify some of the butterflies found throughout the park.
Dragons and Damsels
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Boat Launch #3 on West Side Road, Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Try to catch some dragonflies and damselflies to identify, while finding out interesting facts about them.
Central PA Festival of the Arts
Noon – 5:00 PM
Downtown State College and University Park
Discovery Space of Central PA Open House
Noon – 5:00 PM
112 W. Foster Ave. in State College
The doors will be open free to the public to take a peak at the 5-6 exhibits ready to be viewed along with outdoor hands-on science activities. Many exhibits are still in the making but Discovery Space wanted the community to have an early preview of a few finished exhibits.
Monday, July 18
Marsh Monday: Lovin’ Bugs
10:30 AM
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Rd, State College
Join the Nature Center staff for this great nature program! Parents are encouraged to stay for the program; there is no charge for adults. Please dress for the weather! Cost $6 residents/$9 non-residents. Advanced registration required at http://www.crpr.org/A-Guides/reg-process.html or (814) 231-3071. Ages 3-6.
Marsh Monday: Mamma Mia!
12:30 PM
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Rd, State College
Join the Nature Center staff for this great nature program! Parents are encouraged to stay for the program; there is no charge for adults. Please dress for the weather! Cost $6 residents/$9 non-residents. Advanced registration required at http://www.crpr.org/A-Guides/reg-process.html or (814) 231-3071. Ages 3-6.
Tuesday, July 19
Storytime by the Stream
10:30 AM
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Rd, State College
Enjoy a story with Nature Center staff. Cost free, no registration required, ages 3-6.
Tremendous Tuesdays: Multicultural Paper Flowers
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Schlow Library Children’s Dept., 211 S. Allen St., State College
Japanese fans are made of paper on a bamboo frame, usually with a design painted on them. In addition to folding fans (ōgi), the non-bending fans (uchiwa) are popular and commonplace. The fan is primarily used for fanning oneself in hot weather. The fan symbolizes friendship, respect and good wishes. They are given on special occasions, and they are also an important stage prop in Japanese dance. Create your own fan to beat the summer heat or to give as a gift to someone special. Cost free, no registration required.
Mighty Math! Focus on Measuring
2:00 – 4:00 PM
Schlow Library Children’s Dept., 211 S. Allen St., State College
State College AAUW sponsors this fun-filled math workshop. Participants read a book, work on a math activity closely related to the story, and receive a give-away item to take home with them! Cost free, ages Kindergarten – 4th grade. Register at the Children's Desk or call (814) 235-7817. An adult must accompany participants.
Make it, Take it Event: Passport to Japan
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Michael's, 44 Collannade Way, State College
Join Michael's staff in learning about the culture of Japan. Visit the land of the Rising Sun with your Passport to Fun. Explore your creativity with foam printing blocks and origami. Free while supplies last. Ages 3 and up.
Wednesday, July 20
Everybody Storytime!
10:30 AM
Schlow Library Children’s Dept., 211 S. Allen St., State College
Join library staff for a fun, interactive introduction to the library, its materials and resources while meeting other families in a group setting. Cost free, ages newborn to 5 years, register in person at the Children’s Desk upon arrival.
Wetlands Wednesday: Mamma Mia!
10:30 AM
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Rd, State College
Join the Nature Center staff for this great nature program! Parents are encouraged to stay for the program; there is no charge for adults. Please dress for the weather! Cost $6 residents/$9 non-residents. Advanced registration required at http://www.crpr.org/A-Guides/reg-process.html or (814) 231-3071. Ages 3-6.
Wetlands Wednesday: Lovin Bugs
12:30 PM
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Rd, State College
Wear water shoes and join the Nature Center staff for an ex-Stream Adventure! Parents are encouraged to stay for the program; there is no charge for adults. Please dress for the weather! Cost $6 residents/$9 non-residents. Advanced registration required at http://www.crpr.org/A-Guides/reg-process.html or (814) 231-3071. Ages 3-6.
Read it, Watch it Summer Movie Series: The Day the Earth Stood Still
Noon
The State Theatre, 130 West College Ave., State College
Celebrate One World, Many Stories with Schlow and the State Theatre. Pick up a themed bookmark (not required for admission) in the Children’s Department, read inspiring books, and then visit the historic State Theatre to watch great movies. Cost free, donations of non-perishable food items collected at the door to benefit various local charities.
Two of a Kind Presents: All Over this World—A Musical Journey!
2:30 PM
Schlow Library Children’s Dept., 211 S. Allen St., State College
Two of a kind presents an interactive family concert featuring songs and stories from around the world, including international languages and instruments (such as the West African djembe and the South American cajon). Two of a Kind is David & Jenny Heitler-Klevans, an award winning, nationally touring, and husband- wife musical duo based in the Philadelphia area. No registration required. This program is appropriate for all ages. Please call the Children's Department for more information. (814) 235-7817.
Summer Library at Houserville School
6:00 – 8:00 PM
Houserville Elementary School Library, 217 Scholl St., State College
Enjoy storytime, crafts, free popsicles and check out books. Cost free, all ages welcome.
Thursday, July 21
Children's Storytime
10:30 AM
Barnes and Noble, Benner Pike (across from the Nittany Mall), State College
In the Children's Department, all ages welcome. Cost free, all ages welcome.
Make it, Take it Event: Passport to Greece
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Michael's, 44 Collannade Way, State College
Join Michael's staff in learning about the culture of Greece. Embrace the crafts of the ancient world. Make your own Grecian urn and Olympic torch. Participants must purchase clay pot. While supplies last. Ages 3 and up.
International Food Fest
2:30 – 4:30 PM
Schlow Library Children’s Dept., 211 S. Allen St., State College
What’s the one thing that brings people of all ages, sizes, and cultures together? FEASTING! Enjoy some gastronomic delights with your family and friends at Schlow! No registration required. This program is appropriate for all ages. Please call the Children's Department for more information (814) 235-7817.
Friday, July 22
Summer Bike-In Movie Series (Rain date 7/23)
8:45 PM
Spring Creek Park, 901 Houserville Rd., State College
Bike or walk to one of these local parks to catch a FREE outdoor movie shown on an inflatable screen. This environmentally-friendly event is a wonderful way to spend a summer evening and is easily accessible from a bike path. Bring a blanket, pack a picnic and enjoy this summer event presented by Centre Region Parks & Recreation, the Centre Region Bike Coalition, Freeze Thaw Cycles and Envinity. The events are free, but donations to CRPR & CRBC are accepted. (P.S. Please make this a safe experience and don’t forget your bike light!).
Music Night at the Marsh
6:30 PM
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Rd, State College
Enjoy Pure Cane Sugar perform at the Millbrook Marsh Nature Center. Cost $5.
Lemont Concert Series
7:30 PM
The Village Green, Dale Street and Mount Nittany Road, Lemont
Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy a free concert by John I. Thompson, IV. Cost free, all ages welcome.
Movies on the Mountain: Jurassic Park
9:00 PM
Tussey Mountain Amphitheatre, 301 Bear Meadow Rd., Boalsburg
Enjoy your favorite movies on the wide screen! Admission begins at 8pm, is just $1 and classic movie popcorn and candy will be available- as well as hot dogs, hamburgers, and other good food you won't find at regular showings! Soda, Beer, and other beverages, too. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and watch a fun flick outside... a great American tradition! PLUS from 6-9pm the Go-Kart track is running Half-Off specials on races nights before a movie!
Saturday, July 23
7th Annual “CRPR SPLASH, PEDAL & DASH” Youth Triathlon
8:00 AM – 11:AM
Welch Pool, 670 Westerly Parkway, State College
Ages 6-14 can come out to challenge themselves on this fun morning of racing! Entries will be limited so register today! Advance Registration $10, Day of race registration $20. The check-in at Welch Pool opens 30 minutes before each race. A rain or shine event. Register online or by calling (814) 231-3071.
Build and Grow Clinic: Binoculars
10:00 AM
Lowe’s, 104 Valley Vista Dr., State College
Children will love building their very own pair of binoculars! Cost free, register online at lowesbuildandgrow.com, ages 4 and up.
Frogs and Toads!
10:00 AM
The Bellefonte Community Children's Garden (behind the Centre County Library & Historical Museum), 203 N Allegheny Street, Bellefonte
These storybook pals are also great friends of the garden. Learn why and make a "toad abode" to welcome toads to our children's garden.
Frogs and Toads!
10:00 AM
The Bellefonte Community Children's Garden (behind the Centre County Library & Historical Museum), 203 N Allegheny Street, Bellefonte
These storybook pals are also great friends of the garden. Learn why and make a "toad abode" to welcome toads to our children's garden.
Children's Storytime
10:30 AM
Barnes and Noble, Benner Pike (across from the Nittany Mall), State College
In the Children's Department, all ages welcome. Cost free, all ages welcome.
Saturday Stories Alive
11:00 AM
Schlow Library Children’s Dept., 211 S. Allen St., State College
Join the library staff for crafts and story time. Cost free, no-registration required, ages 2-7.
Make it, Take it Event: Passport to Mexico
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Michael's, 44 Collannade Way, State College
Join Michael's staff in learning about the culture of Mexico. Experience Mexican heritage through craft. Create your own Mexican Sun and Tissue Paper Flowers. Free while supplies last. Ages 3 and up.
Alphabet Marsh Family Scavenger Hunt
1:00 – 3:00 PM
Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Rd, State College
Bring the family and explore Millbrook Marsh Nature Center with this fun, alphabet based scavenger hunt. This eco-friendly discovery hunt will guide you though the marsh to see, touch, smell, and hear things found naturally in this exciting eco-system. Take your time, enjoy the day, work together as a team, and have FUN with this kid-friendly activity. No registration required. No fee for the program but donations are appreciated.
26th Annual Friends of Black Moshannon Summer Festival
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Try your luck at the Lumber Day competitions, listen to music, visit the crafters and food vendors, and dance the night away at the Beach Party.
26th Annual Friends of Black Moshannon Summer Festival
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Try your luck at the Lumber Day competitions, listen to music, visit the crafters and food vendors, and dance the night away at the Beach Party.
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