Ellie Aungst

Ellie Aungst

Fun Guide blogger

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2022 Inspiration Guide

The Arboretum at Penn State

The Arboretum at Penn State, located at Penn State’s University Park campus, is a special Happy Valley treasure. The H.O. Smith Botanic Gardens, open daily from dawn until dusk, offer visitors ten acres of specialty gardens. Beyond the gardens lie fields and woodlands for hiking, biking, and observing wildlife. Admission is free.

The Makery at the Belleforte Art Museum for Centre County

Family Fun

The Makery at the Museum Opening January 7, 2022

The Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County and The Makery of State College are pleased to announce the opening of “The Makery at the Museum”, a dedicated, delightful children’s art studio on the second floor of the Bellefonte Art Museum.

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Arts & Culture

FRESH & Inside the Frames

In collaboration with students, artists, and student-curators, HUB-Robeson Galleries are hosting two student led exhibitions in the HUB-Robeson Center. The exhibitions, titled FRESH and Inside the Frames, exemplify the beauty of personhood and evoke powerful sentiments of self-identity and perception.

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Events

Penn State Homecoming Announces Officers for 2022

UNIVERSITY PARK, PA. (Nov. 11, 2022) - Penn State Homecoming is excited to announce Emily Sawtell as Logistics Officer and Hannah Gizenski as Outreach Officer for Homecoming 2022. This announcement follows the selection of Tim Nevil as Executive Director for Homecoming 2022.

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Events

State Theatre to Host Lotus Land

With an unparalleled performance, The American RUSH Tribute Lotus Land brings the force of live Rush to life on stage. Enjoyed by die-hard Rush fans, musicians, and casual music listeners alike, the Lotus Land experience has been heralded as the ultimate celebration of RUSH's musical craftsmanship and spirited performances.

Yonder Mountain String Band

Events

State Theatre to Host Yonder Mountain String Band

Pioneers. Innovators. These are but a few of the monikers that Yonder Mountain String Band has worn since their inception. From the first Yonder shows in the fall of 1998 to their drive-in tour of 2020, this touring force has brought their adventurous musical spirit to countless venues for nearly a quarter century.

The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau publishes up-to-date event information at HappyValley.com/events