Ask a local about outdoor fun in Happy Valley, and it won’t take very long before they tell you to head out to Tussey Mountain Ski and Recreation. There’s a good reason. There’s something to do all year round.

GRAMMY®-nominated band MercyMe has announced the line up and routing for their fall "Together Again Tour." Joining the band to hit 16 cities in October including a stop at the Bryce Jordan Center Saturday, October 7, are past tourmates Crowder and Andrew Ripp. Tickets go on sale 10 a.m. May 12th at ticketmaster.com.

The Outdoor Adventure Expo, a free-admission event organized and hosted by Downtown Bellefonte, Inc., highlights the easily accessible natural assets and resources of Bellefonte and the surrounding area by bringing together a dynamic showcase of more than 60 vendors and organizations. This year’s expo is scheduled from noon-5 PM on May 21 at Talleyrand Park.

Join us at Rhoneymeade Fest for three days of live performances, DJs, visual art, and local food and drink. Experience over 40 multicultural performances by local and national musicians, showcasing an eclectic mix of experimental styles. With support from 3 Dots and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts Folk and Traditional Arts Partnership, this outdoor event is not to be missed. Book your tickets now at an early bird rate and enjoy free events on Friday. Visit our website and Facebook event page for more info and lineup. See you there!

Happy Valley Pennsylvania celebrates Mother's Day with love and appreciation. Find great gift ideas, dining options, and events to make your mom feel special in State College and surrounding areas.

Wasson Farm, located on Shingletown Road just outside of Boalsburg, is the down-home farm ice cream experience you didn’t know you were missing. But if you haven’t been there yet, let me be the first to tell you: you are missing out, and you might want to remedy ASAP.

State College Spikes fans will have a wide variety of promotions and special events to look forward to during a 40-game home schedule this summer, highlighted by 12 fantastic FIREWORKS shows, a slate of legendary bobbleheads, and the return of $1 Beer Nights.

Join us this Thursday evening (April 13, 5-7pm) at 3 Dots to celebrate the opening of our latest exhibit – Nest Alchemy. The event will include a cocktail reception and a panel discussion of “Seven Simple Actions to Save Birds”, an initiative designed to help make our urban world more hospitable to bird life.

Snow Shoe’s Rails to Trails continues to grow by leaps and bounds. In December of 2021, the SSRTA was notified that it would be receiving grant funding through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Those grants totaled $258,600, which enabled the group to purchase three key pieces of equipment that will help maintain the trail.