Page 34 What’s Happening, from page 34 Children’s Event — The Bellefonte Art Museum will host “A Child’s Victorian Tea,” 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. at 133 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. This event is held in conjunction with Bellefonte Victorian Christmas. For more information, visit www. bellefontemuseum.org or call (814) 3554280. Games — Hone your strategy for the ancient game of “Go,” 1:30–5 p.m. in the Sun Room, Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Call (814) 237-6236. Musical — Fuse Productions presents “Scrooge! The Musical,” 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Call the theatre box office at (814) 272-0606 or visit www.state theatre.org. Dinner — New Hope Lutheran Church of Spring Mills will serve a ham and turkey dinner, 4:30–7 p.m. at 119 Cobblestone Court, Spring Mills. The dinner is eat in or take out. For more information, call (814) 422-8417. Dinner and Play — Tempest Productions Inc. and Webster’s Bookstore Café presents The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society’s production of “A Christmas Carol,” 7 p.m. at Webster’s, 133 E. Beaver Ave. A preshow dinner will start at 6 p.m. with a buffet prepared by Webster’s Catering. For information on pricing and to purchase tickets, call (866) 248-5091 or visit www. tempeststudios.org. Games — Snow Shoe EMS will host bingo, 7 p.m. at 492 W. Sycamore St., Snow Shoe. Doors open at 5 p.m. Concert — Koch Funeral Home will sponsor the State College Choral Society and Centre Brass in a performance of “December Colors” at 7:30 p.m. at Pasquerilla Spiritual Center, University Park. The concert will benefit Tides, a support program for grieving children and the people who love them. Concert — Bill Staines will play at the Acoustic Brew Concert series, 7:30 p.m. in the WPSU Studios, 100 Innovation Blvd., University Park. Tickets can be purchased at www.acousticbrew.com, Webster’s Bookstore Café, Nature’s Pantry or at the door. For more information, visit www. acousticbrew.com. Concert — The Bellefonte Community Band and The Nittany Knights will perform in a Victorian Christmas Concert, 7:30 p.m. at Bellefonte Elementary School, 100 W. Linn St. For more information, visit www. bellefonteband.net.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15
Event — The 32nd annual Bellefonte Victorian Christmas will take place in downtown Bellefonte.. For information on certain events and times, visit www. bellefontevictorianchristmas.com. Story Time — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will host a Victorian Christmas Story Time, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at 200 Allegheny St. Call (814) 3551516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Tree Viewing — Howard Elementary School is sponsoring a Christmas tree for the 2013 Centre County United Way Festival of Trees as a community service project. Students will make the ornaments to hang on the trees, which will be on display noon–4 p.m. at the Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology, 540 N. Harrison Road, Bellefonte. After the
The Centre County Gazette viewing, the tree will be donated to a family in the Bald Eagle Area School District. Christmas Celebration — The Historical Museum and PA Room will have a Christmas celebration during the Bellefonte Victorian Christmas with blown glass ornaments by James F. Byrnes for sale, hot cider, holiday music performances and museum tours, noon–4 p.m. at 203 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Event — The first annual State College Holiday Home Tour charity event will take place 1–5 p.m. in the Highlands Neighborhood to benefit the Park Forest Day Nursery Preschool. The self-guided walking tour will take you through State College. Refreshments will be available at Faith United Church of Christ, 300 E. College Ave., State College. Tickets can be purchased the day of the event at any of the homes on the tour, or in advance. For more information, call (814) 231-8492 or visit www.pfdn-preschool.org/holiday hometour. Children’s Event — The Bellefonte Art Museum will host “A Child’s Victorian Tea,” 2 p.m. at 133 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. This event is held in conjunction with Bellefonte Victorian Christmas. For more information, visit www.bellefonte museum.org or call (814) 355-4280. Children’s Event — Listen to stories, including the “The Polar Express,” and venture out to ride the trolley through Downtown State College, 2–4:20 p.m. in the Children’s Department of Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Children will also receive a small drawstring bag with a bell and a coin that they can spend at Santa’s Workshop at the Downtown Theatre. For more information, call (814) 235-7817 or visit www. schlow.org. Musical — Fuse Productions presents “Scrooge! The Musical,” 3 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Call the theatre box office at (814) 272-0606 or visit www.statetheatre.org. Concert — The Penn State student ensemble Essence of Joy will perform at the 3rd annual WPSU Winterfest Concert to benefit Penn State Public Media, 4 p.m. at Pasquerilla Spiritual Center Worship Hall, University Park. For more information and ticket prices, visit www.wpsu.org/winter fest.
MONDAY DECEMBER 16
Volunteering — Bellefonte Area Mission Central HUB will be open 9–11 a.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 128 W. Howard St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-9425. Story Time — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will have toddler story time, 10:30–11:30 a.m. at 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Today’s theme is “Penguins.” Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Story Time — The Centre Hall Branch Library will have preschool story time, 10:30–11 a.m. at 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Today’s theme is “Reindeer.” Call (814) 364-2580 or visit www.centrecounty library.org. Line Dancing — Centre Region Parks and Recreation presents line dancing at 10:50 a.m. at the Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser St., No.1, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Support Group — The Cancer Survivors’ Association will host a cancer survi-
vor support group meeting, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. at Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. For more information, visit www.cancersurvive.org. Concert — Howard Elementary School will hold its holiday concert at 1:30 p.m. at 255 School St., Howard. For more information, call (814) 625-2423. Film — “It’s a Wonderful Life” will be screened at 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. In the film, an angel helps a compassionate but despairingly frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he never existed. Call the box office at (814) 272-0606 or visit www.statetheatre.org. Adult Program — Holt Memorial Library will host “Cookbook Bingo,” where winners receive new and gently used cookbooks as prizes, 6–7 p.m. at 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Knitting Club — A knitting club will meet 6:30–8:30 p.m. in the Sun Room, Schlow Centre Region Library, 211 S. Allen St., State College. All skill levels are welcome. Call (814) 237-6236. Concert — The Bald Eagle Area High School Winter Concert with symphonic and jazz bands and concert and chamber choirs will be held at 7 p.m. at 751 S. Eagle Valley Road, Wingate. For more information, call (814) 355-4860. Games — The State College Knights of Columbus will host bingo, 7 p.m. at 850 Stratford Drive, State College. Concert — The Nittany Knights will perform a capella barbershop songs, 7:15 p.m. at the South Hills School of Business and Technology, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College. For more information, call (814) 777-7455, visit www.nittanyknights. org or email jimkerhin@yahoo.com.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17
Seniors Hiking Group — Enjoy a moderate hike in the great outdoors at 9 a.m. at various locations in and around State College. The hikes are free except for car pool donations. To register, call (814) 231-3076 or visit www.crpr.org. Coffee Time — Bring a friend and savor that second cup of coffee and conversation 9:30-11 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall, Howard United Methodist Church, West Main Street, Howard. Story Time — Holt Memorial Library will have a toddler story time, 10:30–11:30 a.m. at 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecounty library.org. Story Time — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will have preschool story time, 1:30–2 p.m. at 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Today’s theme is “Holiday Stories.” Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Concert — Mountaintop Area Elementary Holiday Concert will be held at 1:30 p.m. at 100 School Drive, Snow Shoe. For more information, call (814) 387-6861. Farmer’s Market — The Boalsburg Farmer’s Market will be held 2–6 p.m. in St. John’s United Church of Christ, 218 N. Church St., Boalsburg. Vendor products include fall greens and root vegetables, meats, dairy items, breads and apples. Film — “It’s a Wonderful Life” will be screened at 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. In the film, an angel helps a compassionate but despairingly frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he never existed. Call the box office at (814) 272-0606 or visit www.statetheatre.org. Yoga Class — A gentle yoga class will be held 5–6 p.m. at the Howard United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 144 W. Main St., Howard. The class is designed to have all flows on the floor. Gain flexibility and strength and leave feeling calm, open and rejuvenated. Call Kathie at (814) 625-2852 or email kathieb1@comcast.net. Meeting — The Centre County Planning Commission will have its monthly meeting, 6 p.m. in Room 146 of the Willowbank Office Building, 420 Holmes St., Bellefonte. For more information, visit www.centrecountypa.gov. Yoga Class — A basics level yoga class will be held 6:30–8 p.m. at the Howard United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 144 W. Main St., Howard. The class is intended for those who may have had some prior yoga experience. Gain flexibility and strength and leave feeling calm, open and rejuvenated. Call Kathie at (814) 625-2852 or email kathieb1@comcast.net. Line Dancing — Centre Region Parks and Recreation presents line dancing at 7 p.m. at the Mt. Nittany Residence, 301
December 12-18, 2013 Rolling Ridge Drive, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Model Railroad Club — Nittany Valley Model Railroad Club meets at 7 p.m. at Old Gregg School Community and Recreation Center, Room No. 1A, 106 School St., Spring Mills. Call Fred at (814) 422-7667.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18
Story Time — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will have baby book time, 9:30–10:30 a.m. at 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Book themes will vary throughout November. Call (814) 3551516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Children’s Program — Children ages 6 months to 2 years can explore science through books and movement during “Baby Explorers” 10:30–11 a.m. at Discovery Space, 112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College. Activities are free with paid admission. Call (814) 234-0200, email info@ mydiscoveryspace.org or visit www.my discoveryspace.org. Story Time — Holt Memorial Library will have preschool story time, 10:30–11:30 a.m. at 17 N. Front St., Philipsburg. Today’s theme is “Winter is Close ... .” Call (814) 342-1987 or visit www.centrecounty library.org. Story Time — The Centre County Library and Historical Museum will have preschool story time, 10:30–11:30 a.m. at 200 Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Today’s theme is “Penguins.” Call (814) 355-1516 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Line Dancing — Centre Region Parks and Recreation presents line dancing at 10:50 a.m. at the Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser St., No.1, State College. No experience necessary or partners needed. Call (814) 231-3076. Lunch — The Patton Township Business Association will meet for lunch, noon–1 p.m. at the Patton Township Municipal Building, 100 Patton Plaza, State College. Reservations are required. Call (814) 237-2822 or email pankowealth management@gmail.com. Volunteering — Bellefonte Area Mission Central HUB will be open 1–3 p.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 128 W. Howard St., Bellefonte. Call (814) 355-9425. Concert — Wingate Elementary Holiday Concert will be held at 1 p.m. in the Bald Eagle Area Middle/High School Auditorium, 751 S. Eagle Valley Road, Wingate. For more information, call (814) 355-4872. Children’s Program — The Centre Hall Branch Library will host its Lego Club, 3–3:30 p.m. and 3:45–4:15 p.m., at 109 W. Beryl St., Centre Hall. Call (814) 364-2580 or visit www.centrecountylibrary.org. Zumba — New Hope United Methodist Church will sponsor a free Zumba class, 6 p.m. at Marion Walker Elementary School, 100 School Drive, Bellefonte. Call Amanda at (814) 321-4528. Concert — The Bald Eagle Area Fourth and Fifth Grades Holiday Choral Concert will be held at 7 p.m. in the Bald Eagle Area Middle/High School Auditorium, 751 S. Eagle Valley Road, Wingate. For more information, call (814) 355-4872. Game Night — The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County will host a game night, with a variety of board games and refreshments, at 7 p.m. at 780 Waupelani Drive, State College. For more information, call (814) 689-1848, visit www. uufcc.com or email lgage616@gmail.com. Concert — Biscuit Jam will play at The Governors’ Pub, 7–9 p.m. at 211 W. High St., Bellefonte. For more information, visit www.reverbnation.com/biscuitjam. Film — “It’s a Wonderful Life” will be screened at 7:30 p.m. at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. In the film, an angel helps a compassionate but despairingly frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he never existed. Call the box office at (814) 272-0606 or visit www.statetheatre.org. Musical — Students from Singing Onstage Studios will perform in the musical “Calvin Berger,” the story of Cyrano de Bergerac, 7:30 p.m. in The Attic at The State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave., State College. Call the theatre box office at (814) 272-0606 or visit www.statetheatre.org.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19
Story Time — Preschoolers can enjoy stories and songs at the Thursday story time, 10:30–10:50 a.m. at Discovery Space, 112 W. Foster Ave., Suite 1, State College. Story times are free with paid admission. Call (814) 234-0200 or email info@my discoveryspace.org. — Compiled by Gazette staff