Laurin Goad Davis is an architectural historian working in the Architecture and Landscape Architecture Library at Penn State. She's written on school facilities and women in architecture. In her current role, she creates metadata for the Central Pennsylvania Architecture and Landscape Architecture Digital Collection and works on other local architecture projects for the Libraries.

Join the fun in this 5-week program intended to improve the skiing or riding skills of kids, four years old through 5th grade. This is a non-competitive program for all levels, from first-timers to skiers and riders ripping comfortably all over the mountain. Tussey Mountain's goal is to improve each child’s skills and confidence while having fun, building friendships, and developing a life-long love of the sport.

Attend the tale of Sweeney Todd—Stephen Sondheim’s twisted story of love, revenge, and infamous meat pies! In the dark heart of Victorian-era London, Sweeney Todd, a wrongly exiled barber, seeks retribution against the lecherous Judge Turpin, the architect of his ruin.

Looking for a unique way to experience the beauty and charm of Happy Valley, Pennsylvania?

Ailey II, the next generation of dance, will bring its 50th-anniversary world tour to Happy Valley. Led by Artistic Director Francesca Harper, the company’s return Penn State performance will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, in Eisenhower Auditorium.

This year marks Lincoln Caverns' 94th Anniversary as a show cave AND our 35th year of offering great programs for great Girl Scouts! By providing activities that are both engaging and educational, Lincoln Caverns offers girls of all age levels an opportunity to learn and make memories that will last a lifetime. Programs are available year-round in our indoor Learning Center. Event dates for smaller groups are now available throughout the Scout year. Larger Troops are welcome to schedule customized programs for their group anytime.

Cooper Wingert, historian and author of 10 books about the Civil War and the Underground Railroad, will present Slavery and the Underground Railroad in South Central Pennsylvania, Sunday, September 22, 2:00 p.m., at the American Philatelic Society, Bellefonte. Based on new archival research, this talk will illuminate how the Underground Railroad consisted of white and Black people whose actions were more open than many think.

The Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion Museum in Boalsburg will host a Crystal Workshop led by Springhill Paranormal Investigators on Saturday, July 27, from 1 to 3 pm in the Boal Barn Playhouse.

Happy Valley is rich in history, culture, and creative residents who love celebrating both. The region’s museum scene is top-notch and varied, offering a mix of traditional galleries and more interactive experiences.