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Collecting Christmas Spirit: Locals Share Stories Behind Their Holiday-Themed Collections
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Some folks celebrate with a few decorations. Others go all out to create holiday wonderlands. And some collectors make Christmas the focus of their collecting.
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Sips With a Sommelier: How to Gift Wine This Holiday Season
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Gift giving season is in full swing, but gifting wine can be hit or miss. If you’re shopping for a wine novice, finding something they will definitely enjoy can be tricky, and if they are a wine lover, the pressure to find a unique sip can be even trickier.
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ClearWater Conservancy’s 2025 Art and Chocolate Fundraiser Exhibit on Display Now
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A gallery exhibit featuring local artists is on display at State College’s 3 Dots Downtown to benefit ClearWater Conservancy’s Art and Chocolate fundraiser. The exhibit will be available for guests to view until Friday, Feb. 7, with bidding for the online auction beginning on Friday, Jan. 17.
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Skiing and Snowboarding Season Set to Open at Tussey Mountain
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It’s time to hit the slopes at Tussey Mountain. The Boalsburg ski and recreation area will open for skiing and snowboarding for the first time this season on Saturday, according to a post on Tussey Mountain’s Facebook page. The Utah trail will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday to start…
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Bellefonte Victorian Christmas to Celebrate 43rd Year
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The beloved community celebration Bellefonte Victorian Christmas will return for its 43rd year this Friday, Dec. 13, through Sunday, Dec. 15, with an exciting new theme: “The Christmas Express.”
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Those Grieving During the Holidays Find Comfort and Hope at ‘Blue Christmas’ Service
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Yes, it was a worship service, and it was held just a couple weeks before Christmas. But this gathering was not your typical Advent service. Celebratory carols like “Joy to the World” and “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing” were replaced by more reflective songs like “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus” and “Great is Thy Faithfulness.” And…
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New Pub to Open in Downtown Bellefonte
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A downtown Bellefonte pizzeria is teaming up with a local brewery for a new pub across from the Centre County Courthouse. Brother’s N.Y. Style Pizza has partnered with Robin Hood Brewing Co. on the Courthouse Pub at the corner of North Allegheny and East High streets. The location is adjacent to Brother’s longtime pizza shop…
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Donna Rochon: A Life of Artistic Adventure
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Bellefonte artist Donna Rochon puts her “soul” into each piece of jewelry she creates.
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Local Nonprofit Leaders Focus on Making a Difference for Others
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Leaders of local human services organizations build their careers on making a difference for others.
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Centre Safe’s Annual Holiday Campaign Is Underway
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Centre Safe has launched another year of its annual holiday campaign with the goal of raising $50,000 for victims and survivors across the county. The funds allow Centre Safe to provide resources and services for clients to feel safe during their journey.