Evan Halfen
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New State College Pizzeria Offers Detroit-Style Options and More
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Fresh Bite Pizza opened its doors on July 1 at 300 S. Pugh St., offering Detroit-style pizza and more to the State College community. The restaurant, located at the O’Brien Place building in a space last occupied by 8 Mile Pizza, is owned by Bimla Dadra, who has been involved in the local pizza business…
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Penn State Dining to Open Kosher Deli on Campus This Fall
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Nosh Kosher Deli, Penn State Dining’s newest addition at the University Park campus, will open its doors for the 2025 fall semester in the North Food District at Warnock Commons. The modern kosher deli’s menu will offer dining options for Penn State’s Jewish community as well as all faculty, staff, students and guests, according to…
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A Look Behind the Scenes: Artists and Volunteers Share Their Arts Fest Experiences
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The 59th annual Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts has been in full swing since Wednesday, with thousands of community members, Penn Staters and visitors coming together to enjoy the atmosphere in downtown State College and on campus during a mostly sunny and warm week. As vendor tents line the sidewalks and live music entertains…
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‘It Means a Lot to the Community.’ People’s Choice Festival Celebrating 31st Year
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The annual “homegrown festival” in Central Pennsylvania, the People’s Choice Festival of Pennsylvania, has returned for another fun-filled weekend. After 31 years as a staple of Centre County’s festival week, the event is still focused on showcasing and supporting Pennsylvanian artists and vendors. Located at the Grange Fairgrounds in Centre Hall, the festival kicked off…
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Check Out Sights and Sounds From the 59th Annual Arts Fest
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The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts is in full swing for its 59th year. After kicking off on Wednesday with Children and Youth Day, the annual Sidewalk Sale and Exhibition got underway Thursday and continues through Sunday in downtown State College and on the University Park campus. The event is bringing together visitors, residents,…
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Hot and Humid Weather in Store for Festival Week in Centre County
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After a mix of sunshine and scattered storms the last few days, hot and humid conditions are expected to continue throughout festival week in Centre County. As the annual Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts kicks off on Wednesday in State College with its Children and Youth Day, and as Philipsburg Heritage Days begins, expect…
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Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts Returns for 59th Year. Here’s What to Know
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Downtown State College and the Penn State campus will once again come alive with art, music and community as the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts returns July Wednesday, July 9 through Sunday, July 13. Now in its 59th year, the five-day celebration is expected to draw in roughly 150,000 visitors and will feature its…
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Central PA 4th Fest Celebrates Independence Day in State College. Check Out the Sights
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The annual Central PA 4th Fest returned to State College on Friday with a full of slate of activities and traditions, creating yet another memorable Independence Day for the Centre County community. The festival had several new features this year, including more vendors, new live entertainment and even a baby race. With a budget of…
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New Bakery Caramel Afternoon Offers European-Inspired Treats in Downtown State College
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Caramel Afternoon Pastry and Catering, a new bakery and cafe at 216 E. Calder Way in State College, opened its doors on June 28, offering European-inspired treats in a large, comfortable space for the local community. The cafe, located in the underground alcove of Calder Way in a space last occupied by Dulce Luca Café,…
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Central PA 4th Fest Returns to Show Off Community Patriotic Pride
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Central PA 4th Fest returns to the State College area on Friday, bringing the community together with a full slate of activities and events to celebrate Independence Day. Organized Fourth of July celebrations in State College started in 1927 when the Alpha Fire Company hosted a neighborhood carnival, and over the years festivities have evolved…