Upcoming Events



Sat 03/13/2010 - Countdown to Kindergarten

Smart Start-Centre County

Nittany Mall, inside JC Penney Court

An event for families with 3-5 year olds. Provides information about kindergarten registration in all school districts serving Centre County, including charter schools, private kindergarten programs, and programs serving these families.  Also, there will be learning activities for children, including story read-aloud time, magic shows, and life-size characters.  For more information please contact Kelly Johnson at kelly@smartstartcc.org or 814-238-0331



Wed 03/17/2010 - A Taste of Africa

Global Connections

Noon - 1:00 pm @ Mt. Nittany United Methodist Church, 1500 E. Branch Road, State College

Global Connections invites you to join us for a traditional lunch and cultural presentation.  $8.00 per person, reservations are necessary -  814-863-3927 or globalconnections@ip.psu.edu



Sat 03/20/2010 - Paint the Town Red Gala

American Red Cross

6:00 pm - 11:00 pm @ Nittany Lion Inn, Ballroom

Buffet dinner, dancing, silent auction and raffle.  This year we will also honor Don Meyer & the Meyer Family, and Witt Yeagley for outstanding support.  Tickets are $65/person.  Proceeds benefit the local programs of the American Red Cross.  For more information go to paintthetownred@cccredcross.org or contact Virginia Brown or Ruth Markle at 814-237-3162

 



Sun 03/21/2010 - Spring Craft Fair

Moshannon Valley YMCA

Noon - 4:00 pm @ Moshannon Valley YMCA

Over 60 crafters~FREE Admission~Concession Stand~Bake Sale~Raffles

For more information please call the Moshannon Valley YMCA at 814-342-0889



Thu 03/25/2010 - Funds Distribution Volunteer Training Class

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm @ Pine Hall Lutheran Church - 1760 W College Ave., State College

For more information please contact Doris Conner at doris@ccunitedway.org or 814-238-8283



Wed 04/14/2010 - 12th Annual Community Spelling Bee

Mid-State Literacy Council

6:00 pm @Foxdale Village, Auditorium, 500 Marylyn Ave, State College

Teams of 3 will compete for the traveling trophy. Sponsorship for a team is $500.  The event begins at 6:00 pm.  Refreshments are available for purchase, and a raffle of specialty baskets will be held during the intermission.  For more information please contact Monica Mathews at mmathews@mid-stateliteracycouncil.org or 814-238-1809



Fri 04/16/2010 - Healthy Kids Night

YMCA of Centre County - Bellefonte Branch

5:30 - 9:00 PM @ YMCA Bellefonte Branch

Please join the YMCA of Centre County’s Bellefonte Branch for an exposition of activities and community organizations exhibiting ways to live a healthy and active lifestyle for the whole family!  For more information please contact Rachel Fetzer at rfetzer@ymcaofcentrecounty.org or 355-5551



Sat 04/24/2010 - Child Abuse Prevention Fair

Children's Aid Society

Noon - 4 pm @ The DuBois Mall

Information provided to the public on child abuse prevention and other child-rearing issues.  For more information please call 814-765-2686



Mon 04/26/2010 - BUNCO, Ladies Night Out!

Community Help Centre

6:00 pm - 9:30 pm @ The Penn Stater

A raucous evening of FUN!  BUNCO (think Yahtzee only even more mindless and a lot louder!)  Door prizes for all participants, BUNCO playing prizes, Silent Auction, and Raffles.  Registration includes light hors d'oeuvres.  Cash bar available.  Early registration by April 12, $30.  Limited seating so early registration is strongly recommended!  For more information go to www.communityhelpcentre.com



Fri 04/30/2010 - One Book Community Reading & Craft Project

Smart Start-Centre County

Various dates in the month of April, beginning April 1st

Various Locations

We are seeking volunteer community leaders to visit child facilities throughout Centre County to read, deliver books, and do an activity with children.  For more information please contact Caitlin Cox at caitlin@smartstartcc.org or Rachael Maras at rem5101@psu.edu



Fri 04/30/2010 - Children's Art Display

Smart Start-Centre County

April 1st - 30th

State College Borough Building, 243 S. Allen Street, State College

We are collecting children's art to display in various locations in the county.  If you are a business willing to display art please contact Kelly Johnson at kelly@smartstartcc.org or 814-238-0331



Sat 05/01/2010 - Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturer Sign-Up Day

Boy Scouts of America, Juniata County

Grange Fair Grounds, Centre Hall

This event will be an opportunity for all boys who are about to graduate from kindergarten through the age of 20 to sign up for Scouting programs in the Centre Region.  Also girls between the ages of 14-21 can join the Venturing Program, which is a co-ed program that focuses on leadership development.  For more information please contact David Counsil at dcounsil@bsamail.org or 717-667-9236



Fri 05/07/2010 - Good Scout Dinner

Boy Scouts of America, Juniata Council

Ramada Inn, State College

The Good Scout Dinner is a way for Juniata Valley Boy Scouts to recongnize a community volunteer for their efforts in our communities.  This year we are honoring Bob Poole as the 2010 Good Scout Recipient.  Please make plans to attend this wonderful event. For ticket information or to RSVP please contact David Counsil at dcounsil@bsamail.org or 717-667-9236



Tue 05/11/2010 - Clearfield Hospital Expo

Children's Aid Society

10:00 am - 2:00 pm @ Clearfield Hospital

Information provided to the public on health issues for adults and children.  For more information please call 814-765-5341



Fri 05/14/2010 - Children's Aid Society 120th Anniversary Open House

Children's Aid Society

1008 South Second Street, Clearfield

The community is invited to tour the agency and to receive information on all the programs provided by Children's Aid Society.  For more information please call 814-765-2686



Sat 06/05/2010 - Trash to Treasure

Beaver Stadium - Gate C

7:30 am - 2:00 pm

7:30 am - 9:00 am ~ Early Bird Admission $5.00

This Recycling Sale of the Year is made possible by the generosity of Penn State residence hall students who donate their gently used items as they move out and move on.

Over 550 TONs saved from the landfill! Unbelievable selection and prices!!!  For more information please go to www.trashtotreasure.psu.edu



Thu 10/07/2010 - Day of Caring

PNC Bank - Centre County United Way Day of Caring