Bellefonte Victorian Christmas
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 09:00 AM: Bellefonte
Category: Outdoors;Walk;Christmas;Holiday
Bellefonte Victorian Christmas, one of the most beautiful and popular annual events in central Pennsylvania! Opening ceremony Friday evening. Saturday and Sunday activities include a wonderful arts and crafts show, concerts, historic homes tour (Saturday only), model railroad exhibit, gingerbread house contest and display, horse-drawn buggy rides, walking tours, Santa's house, breakfast with Santa, Victorian tea party, museum exhibits, food vendors, and much more! For more information, call (814) 353-1954. The schedule of events is available on the link below.

Website: http://www.victorianbellefonte.com/specialevents/schedule.html

Bellefonte Women's Club Homes Tour
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 12:00 PM: Bellefonte
Cost: Adults $10, children under 12 $5
Category: Educational;Exhibit;Family Friendly;Walk;Community Annc;Christmas;Holiday
Bellefonte Woman’s Club Homes Tour is December 13, 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Pre-sale tickets available at Plumbs Drug Store, Ruffles & Treasures, Victorian Rose, Chamber of Commerce (Bellefonte Train Station), Woodrings in State College and Bellefonte. Day of the tour Bellefonte Victorian Christmas Information Booth and at any home on the tour the day of the event. Call (814) 355-2369 for more information.
1. 299 W. Linn Street
2. 246 W. Curtin Street
3. 716 N. Allegheny Street
4. 101 W. Linn Street - Reynolds Mansion B&B
5. 177 E. Linn Street
6. 313 E. Linn Street – Our Fair Lady B&B
7. 133 N. Allegheny Street – The Benner/Linn House/Bellefonte Museum
Local author Millie Baker Ragosta will be on hand to sign copies of her Novella, The Secret Tenant in the General’s House
8. Linn Realty Group 139 W. High Street (Refreshment Stop and Tickets)

Santa Photos @ Centre Furnace Mansion
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 1:00 PM: State College
Cost: $10
Category: For All;Fundraiser;Community Annc;Christmas;Holiday
Photos with Santa will be taken at the Centre Furnace Mansion December 13 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. The cost is a $10 donation to the Centre Furnace Mansion's Holiday Fund.
Website: http://www.centrecountyhistory.org/

Men's Basketball vs. Mount St. Mary's
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 1:30 PM: Bryce Jordan Center
Category: Penn State;Sports
See the Nittany Lions take on Mount St. Mary's, December 13th at the BJC.
Website: http://gopsusports.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/
Tickets: http://gopsusports.cstv.com/tickets/psu-tickets.html

Trinity UCC Baked Goods/Soup Sale and Craft Fair
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 09:00 AM: Centre Hall
Category: Dining Event;For All;Fundraiser;Community Annc;Church Event;Christmas;Holiday
The Trinity United Church of Christ in Centre Hall is hosting a baked goods/soup sale and craft fair December 13 from 9:00 a.m. until Noon.

Arthritis Foundation Run/Walk
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 4:00 PM: Medlar Field at Lubrano Park
Category: Fundraiser;Community Annc
The Arthritis Foundation Central Pennsylvania Chapter is seeking runners and walkers to participate in the fifth annual Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis, to take place Saturday, December 13, 2008, at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park. The Arthritis Foundation's Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis takes place every year during the holiday season in communities nationwide. Participants don festive holiday costumes, tie jingle bells to their shoelaces and join their neighbors in support of the Arthritis Foundation's mission to prevent, control and cure arthritis and related diseases. The event helps to raise awareness of arthritis, the nation's leading cause of disability, while raising desperately needed funds for research, health education and government advocacy to improve the lives of people with arthritis. To participate in the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis, volunteer, or form a team, view the web site in this listing or contact Rachel at (800) 776-0746, (717) 599-2073, or ralbright@arthritis.org.
Website: http://statecollegejbr.kintera.org

Buffalo Run UMC Winter Clothing Drive
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 09:00 AM: Bellefonte
Category: For All;Community Annc;Holiday
The Buffalo Run United Methodist Church, located on Route 550 just outside of Bellefonte, is giving out winter clothing again this year. In order to do so, the church is collecting donations of gently used cotes, hates and gloves. The greatest need is for children's coats of all sizes and men's/women's coats in sizes XXL and XXXL. They will be opening each Saturday until the end of December from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. For directions or more information, call Roxanne at (814) 237-4707.

Free Saturday Morning Cartoons
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 10:00 AM: The State Theatre
Cost: Free
Category: Family Friendly;For Kids
Spend your Saturday morning with Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, the Roadrunner and all your other favorite cartoon characters!

Tickets: https://www.choicesecure01.net/mainapp/eventschedule.aspx?clientID=statepa

Nutcracker Remixed: Under the Sea
Presented by Centre Dance
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 2:00 PM: The State Theatre
Cost: $10
Category: Dance
Centre Dance presents "The Nutcracker Remixed: Under the Sea" where land meets sea, where Tchaikovsky meets Menken and where Clara meets mermaids. Join us as we celebrate this traditional holiday ballet in a nontraditional way. Local dancers of all ages will be featured in this production dancing a variety of styles including ballet, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, acrobatics and tap. Your entire family will enjoy watching Clara as she dreams about the battle between the sharks and dolphins, visits the waltzing raindrops and is then transported under the sea where sea creatures dance in her honor. There will be a $2 box office fee added to the ticket price.

Tickets: https://www.choicesecure01.net/mainapp/eventschedule.aspx?clientID=statepa

Chiz Rider @ Runville UMC
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 7:00 PM: Bellefonte
Category: Christian;Concert;For All;Community Annc
The Runville Untied Methodist Church, 1216 Runville Road in Bellefonte, presents Chiz Rider in concert December 13 at 7:00 p.m. For more information, call Donna Chronister at (814) 353-3374.

Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Run
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 10:00 AM: State College
Category: For All;Fundraiser;Outdoors;Community Annc;Christmas;Holiday
On December 13, The Arthritis Foundation will hold its annual Jingle Bell Run. Registration will start at 10:00 a.m. and the race starts at 11:00 a.m. For more information and to register, please view the website in this listing.
Website: http://statecollegejbr.kintera.org

State High CAUSE Silent Auction
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 7:00 PM: State College
Category: Auction;For All;Fundraiser;Community Annc
The State High CAUSE (Creating Awareness Using Student Engagement) group is sponsoring a silent auction December 13 South Hill Business School on Waupelani Drive from 7:00-9:00 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Invisible Children Schools for Schools initiative focused on rebuilding Ugandan schools after a 23-year long civil war. Incredible items including PSU football tickets, autographed sports memorabilia, professional art work, ceramics, and more are available.

Trinity UMC Victorian Christmas
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 10:00 AM: Bellefonte
Category: Craft Show;Dining Event;For All;Fundraiser;Community Annc;Christmas;Holiday
The Trinity United Methodist Church, 128 West Howard Street in Bellefonte, will be selling many Christmas and craft items during Victorian Christmas on December 13. Doors are open from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. with a light lunch being served from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. For more information, call (814) 355-9425.

Fill Up The Food Bank Concert
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 7:00 PM: State College
Cost: Food Donation
Category: Concert;For All;Fundraiser;Community Annc;Christmas;Holiday
"Fill Up the Food Bank," a holiday concert, will take place December 13 at 7:00 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 205 south Garner Street in State College. Bring a non-perishable food item, grocery store certificate or make a financial contribution to the State College Area Food Bank and enjoy a festive holiday concert!

Breakfast with Santa: Ramada Inn
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 08:30 AM: State College
Cost: $5
Category: Family Friendly;For All;For Kids;Fundraiser;Community Annc;Christmas;Holiday
Santa Claus will be making his annual visit to the Ramada Conference Center in State College December 13 for "Breakfast with Santa." The event will be held from 8:30-10:30 a.m. in the Atirum and benefits Toys for Tots. Anyone bringing a new unwrapped toy will receive a complimentary breakfast buffet, or the buffet can be purchased for a $5 donation. There will be photos with Santa, performances by a local children's choir and more. Kids can also bring bathing suits for a dip in the indoor pool. Breakfast starts at 8:30 a.m. with Santa arriving at approximately 8:45 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church Turkey Dinner
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 12:00 PM: Bellefonte
Cost: Free
Category: Dining Event;For All;Community Annc;Church Event
The First Presbyterian Church, 203 North Spring Street in Bellefonte, is having a free community turkey dinner December 13 from Noon until 2:00 p.m. All are welcome.

28th Division Band Concert
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 2:00 PM: Altoona
Cost: Free
Category: For All;Music;Community Annc;Christmas;Holiday
A free patriotic holiday concert will be held December 13 at 2:00 p.m. inside the Altoona High School auditorium. The concert will feature the 28th Division Army concert and jazz bands.

Bald Eagle High School Class of 1958 Christmas Dinner
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 6:00 PM: Milesburg
Category: Dining Event;Community Annc;Christmas;Holiday
The Bald Eagle High School Cass of 1958 is having A Christmas Dinner December 13 at 6:00 p.m. at the Mountain Valley Diner. Call (814) 359-4442 for more information.

Personal Training Classes
Wednesday, June 04, 2008 to Wednesday, December 31, 2008: State College YMCA
Category: For All
The State College YMCA offers several different personal training classes for everyone. Individual classes are available for $35 for members ($70 non-members), five classes with individual instruction are just $145 ($290 non-members), 10 individual classes are $225 ($450 non-members). Group instruction is also available. For a complete class listing and for more information, click the link in this listing.
Website: https://www.memberst.com/Programs/ProgramBrowser.aspx?id=080d7ee4-87d2-4def-b802-121b2da84aaa

Big Brothers Big Sisters Needed
Thursday, November 20, 2008 to Wednesday, December 31, 2008: State College
Category: For All;Community Annc
Have you thought about becoming a mentor for a child in your community? Right now in Centre County there are 80 children waiting for a Big Brother or Big Sister. You get to be a kid again, and your little brother or sister gets a friend. You enjoy activities together like playing games, cooking, or just hanging out. It's not about spending money; it's about spending time. Just a few hours a month is all it takes to make a difference in a child's life. Call Big Brothers Big Sisters at (814) 237-5731 or visit us on the web at the website in this listing.
Website: http://www.ccysb.com

GED Tutoring Sessions
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 to Wednesday, December 31, 2008: Bellefonte
Category: Educational;For All;Community Annc
GED Tutoring Sessions are available at the Bellefonte Family Resource Center. Prepare for the GED Test and Improve Reading Skills. For more information, please contact the Mid-State Literacy Council at (814) 238-1809.

Pets Come First Fundraising Bus Trip
Saturday, December 13, 2008 @ 4:00 PM: State College Tuesday, November 18, 2008 to Saturday, December 13, 2008: State College
Category: For All;Fundraiser;Community Annc
There will be a fundraiser bus trip to New York City December 13 for Pets Come First. For more information, please view the website in this listing.
Website: http://www.petscomefirst.com/

The Pennsylvania Military Museum presents "Santa's Draft Card" Exhibit
Sunday, November 30, 2008 to Sunday, December 21, 2008: Pennsylvania Military Museum
Cost: FREE
Category: Military
Reverend Santa Claus of Saline County Missouri registered for the draft in World War II. A copy of his draft registration from the Selective Service System will be on display in the month long exhibit. Hours- Thursday thru Sat. 10 to 4; Sunday Noon to 4.
Website: http://www.pamilmuseum.org/index.php?events

Centre County Reads Discussion Group
Thursday, December 11, 2008 to Saturday, January 10, 2009: Bellefonte
Category: For All;Community Annc
The Centre County Reads Book discussion group begins in January 2009 at the Bellefonte Family Resource Center. To register and get a free copy of the book "Persepolis," call (814) 238-1809.

Yesterdays News…a Continuing Reality Photograph Exhibit
Tuesday, September 09, 2008 to Sunday, December 14, 2008: University Park Campus
Category: Exhibit;For All;Community Annc
Andrew Lala will exhibit a collection of photographs entitled Yesterdays News…a Continuing Reality in North Halls’ Cultural Lounge of Warnock Commons, on Penn State’s University Park campus from August 21 through December 14 as part of Art on the Move program. These photographs illustrate the ongoing hardships and sustaining hope that the residents of New Orleans continue to live with in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

Bellefonte Historical and Cultural Association Photography Exhibit
Wednesday, September 17, 2008 to Friday, January 16, 2009: Bellefonte
Category: Exhibit;Community Annc
The Bellefonte Historical and Cultural Association is sponsoring an exhibition of photographs by 16 local photographers. The show is at the Gamble Mill Gallery in Bellefonte from September 20 through January 16th. The public is invited to attend a free reception to meet the photographers September 23 from 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Polar Express
Saturday, December 13, 2008 to Sunday, December 14, 2008: Downtown State College
Category: Family Friendly;For Kids;For Toddlers;Christmas;Holiday
Begins with reading of Polar Express at Schlow Library followed by a trolley ride around town.

2008 NCAA Women's Volleyball Regionals
Friday, December 12, 2008 to Saturday, December 13, 2008: University Park Campus
Category: Penn State;Sports
The 2007 NCAA Champions will host one of the NCAA Regionals this fall season at Rec Hall. The team will most likely host first and second round matches as well - stay tuned for information. For more on women's volleyball, visit GoPSUsports.com.

Bellefonte Victorian Christmas
Friday, December 12, 2008 to Sunday, December 14, 2008: Downtown Bellefonte
Category: Carnivals and Fairs;Family Friendly;Christmas;Holiday
For information, call (814) 355-2917. One of the most beautiful and popular annual events in central Pennsylvania! Activities include a wonderful arts and crafts show, concerts, a historic homes tour, model railroad exhibit, gingerbread house contest, horse-drawn buggy rides, walking tours, Santa's house, Santa's workshop, breakfast with Santa, Victorian tea party, museum exhibits, food vendors, and much more!

American Raiders Baton Corps Parade Registration
Tuesday, October 28, 2008 to Wednesday, December 31, 2008: State College
Cost: $20
Category: For Kids;Community Annc
The American Raiders Baton Corps is accepting registrations for the 2009 Parade Season. Baton and flag classes are being offered for children ages 4+. Registration is $20. For more information, please call (814) 355-8276.

Nittany Leathernecks/Toys for Tots Campaign
Thursday, October 30, 2008 to Monday, December 15, 2008: State College
Category: For All;Fundraiser;Community Annc
The Nittany Leathernecks Detachment of the Marine Corps League is conducting its 22nd Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots campaign. The annual kickoff breakfast will be held at the Ramada Inn State College November 17 at 8:30 a.m. Brant Pasquinelli is this year's chairperson and the public is invited to attend. The cost is $11 per person and reservations must be made to Gene Weller at (814) 234-9831 before November 13. Toys will be collected until December 15 and must be new and unwrapped.

Ethel Beaver Fund
Tuesday, December 09, 2008 to Wednesday, December 16, 2009: State College
Category: For All;Fundraiser;Community Annc;Christmas;Holiday
For 60 years, the Ethel Beaver Fund has been helping Centre County’s Foster children enjoy the little things in life that make a big difference to a child. From prom expenses to holiday gifts, this “Fun Fund” promotes the kids’ chances of creating memories to last a lifetime. Remember our area’s foster children this holiday season. 100% of the proceeds go to the fund and donations are accepted all year round. For more information or to donate to the Ethel Beaver Children’s Fund, contact the Centre County Children and Youth Services at (814) 355-6755 or visit the website in this listing.
Website: http://www.centrecountycf.org