Sunday, July 31
Bog Treasures
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Take a stroll on the boardwalk to see the unique plants and animals found at the bog. Meet at Boat Launch #3 on West Side Road.
Lake Dwellers
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Rd., Phillipsburg
Discover the animals that live in Black Moshannon Lake. Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet. No sandals, flip flops, or bare feet will be allowed. Meet at the Environmental Learning Center.
Drop-In Science Explorations
2:00 PM
Discovery Space of Central PA, 112 West Foster Ave., State College
Join Discovery Space staff for free Drop-In Science Explorations in their Studio! Stop by to get a taste of the kinds of activities and experiments that will soon appear on their scheduled programs.
South Hills Music Picnic Series
5:00 PM Picnic Time
6:00 PM Music Starts
South Hills School of Business and Technology, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College
Lazy summer evening…nothing to do? Pack a picnic dinner and head to South Hills for an evening of great music! Enjoy Barbershop songs by the Nittany Knights with special guest the band "Anything Goes". Expect the opportunity to sing along as well! Cost free, all ages welcome.
Summer Sounds from the Gazebo
7:00 PM
Talleyrand Park, Bellefonte
Bring lawn chairs and blankets for this free concert by John “JT” Thompson on piano.
Monday, August 1
Spikes vs Lowell Spinners
12:00 PM
Medlar Field at Lubrano Park, 112 Medlar Field, University Park
Super Splash Day at the Park! Fans of all ages will have a blast as the ballpark is transformed into a water park! Enjoy fire hoses over the kids "splash zone", a dunk tank, and various other ways to get SOAKED! And don't forget - Dollar Dog Mondays! Tickets required, $6 - $12 per person, for more information visit the Spikes online.
Tuesday, August 2
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.
Mother Goose On The Loose
10:30 AM
Holt Memorial Library, 17 North Front Street, Philipsburg
Rhythmic adventures through the world of Mother Goose for children under three years old interacting with a favorite adult. This is a lap-sit program focusing on rhymes and music, while encouraging the development of pre-reading and social skills.
Wednesday, August 3
Preschool Storytime – “Other Worlds”
10:30 AM
Holt Memorial Library, 17 North Front Street, Philipsburg
Preschool storytime is geared toward 3-6 year olds with a favorite adult. Come enjoy stories followed by related activities and interaction with fellow preschoolers.
Read it, Watch it Summer Movie Series: The Black Stallion
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.
Drop-In Science Explorations
11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Discovery Space of Central PA, 112 West Foster Ave., State College
Join Discovery Space staff for free Drop-In Science Explorations in their Studio! Stop by to get a taste of the kinds of activities and experiments that will soon appear on their scheduled programs.
Thursday, August 4
Children's Storytime
10:30 AM
Barnes and Noble, Benner Pike, State College
In the Children's Department, all ages welcome. Cost free, all ages welcome.
Drop-In Science Explorations
11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Discovery Space of Central PA, 112 West Foster Ave., State College
Join Discovery Space staff for free Drop-In Science Explorations in their Studio! Stop by to get a taste of the kinds of activities and experiments that will soon appear on their scheduled programs.
Environmental Learning Center Open House
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Bald Eagle State Park, 149 Main Park Road, Howard
Stop in at the Environmental Learning Center to look around at various mounts and educational displays. A park volunteer or staff member will be on hand to talk or share general information about Bald Eagle State Park.
It’s Elementary – Game Night
6:00 PM
Holt Memorial Library, 17 North Front Street, Philipsburg
Activities are geared toward elementary school aged children with a favorite adult.
Downtown State College Summer Concert Series
7:00 PM
Old Main Lawn, University Park
Don't miss the chance to enjoy your favorite Elton John classics with Bennie & the Jets during the second show in this year's summer concert series. Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, and a few friends and join us on Old Main Lawn for a fantastic performance.
Friday, August 5
Drop-In Science Explorations
11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Discovery Space of Central PA, 112 West Foster Ave., State College
Join Discovery Space staff for free Drop-In Science Explorations in their Studio! Stop by to get a taste of the kinds of activities and experiments that will soon appear in their scheduled programs.
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 Michelle Katz. Cost free, all ages welcome.
Summer Bike-In Movie Series – Swiss Family Robinson (Rain date 8/6)
8:45 PM
Sunset Park, 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!).
Movies on the Mountain: Tangled
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, August 6
Workshop for Children: Shadow Box Portraits
10:30 AM
Palmer Museum of Art, University Park
Create a shadow box self-portrait that expresses your individuality! Participants will view and discuss works of art in Femfolio and explore how the women artists in the exhibition express multiple facets of their identity. Participants will then work with art educator Laura March to create a shadow box showcasing their own unique attributes using paper, mirrored tiles, baubles, and other fun materials! Recommended for ages 5–8. A parent or adult learning partner is encouraged to accompany young attendees; participants should wear appropriate clothing for working with materials. Workshops are free, but participants must preregister by calling 814-865-7673 or e-mailing palmermuseum@psu.edu.
Children's Storytime
10:30 AM
Barnes and Noble, Benner Pike, 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.
Drop-In Science Explorations
11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Discovery Space of Central PA, 112 West Foster Ave., State College
Join Discovery Space staff for free Drop-In Science Explorations in their Studio! Stop by to get a taste of the kinds of activities and experiments that will soon appear in their scheduled programs.
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