Since its inception, Shrub has been considered a simple non-alcoholic drink mixer. It is most popularly mixed with chilled sparkling water. It is also a natural sweetener and flavor booster when added to iced tea and lemonade.

As the crisp autumn air sets in and the leaves change colors, October in Downtown State College offers the perfect opportunity to come inside and enjoy a variety of entertaining events. From festive fun to spooky stories, Tempest Productions is ready to make Arts and Humanities Month a month to remember. Whether you're in the mood for a puppet show, a thrilling theatre performance, or haunting tales by Edgar Allan Poe, there’s something for everyone. Step into the warmth and charm of the arts scene this October and make lasting memories with these exciting events.

Downtown State College will be bustling this October with brand new stores, an anniversary celebration and special events. And free parking! If you haven't made plans to visit downtown yet, do so now to take advantage of what Downtown State College has to offer!

The Blue Brick Theatre is home to Happy Valley Improv and will be hosting some very special events during the month of October. If you want an evening of fun and laughs, make sure you get your tickets now. Use some of the codes below to receive a discount!

2024 marks the 10th anniversary of Tony Ghaffari’s ownership of Your Cigar Den, a cornerstone of Downtown State College. Since taking ownership in 2014, Ghaffari has transformed the business into a haven for premium cigars, plush lounges, and high-quality tobacco products and accessories.

Don’t miss out on the late-season Tussey Mountain MTB Race session of Seasons of Rothrock and finish the year strong. This race is an opportunity to make new friends in a unique grassroots mountain biking culture while testing your skills on a challenging course.

As the instrumentalists take the field, the Drum Major makes his flip, the Blue Sapphire throws her baton, the Silks wave their flags and the Majorettes twirl and dance this Saturday, the Blue Band will start to celebrate 125 years!

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.

If you enjoy delicious Italian food and fine Italian music, then it’s time to pull out your red, white, & green and join the DelGrosso Family this Sunday, September 22nd, for the 34th Annual Italian Food & Heritage Festival.