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Stomping out the stigma, the Jana Marie Foundation is dedicated to spreading mental health awareness through the creative expression of art. From concerts to open-dialogue events, the foundation is one of the leading resources in Centre County for mental health support. One of the foundation’s most visible programs is the Mokita Dialogues, which…

’Tis the season for decorating and gathering with family and friends to celebrate the holidays. Unfortunately, it’s also the season for an increased number of home fires and accidents around the house that can ruin an otherwise festive time of year. Many of these mishaps that result in injury or worse could have been prevented…

It is not an easy thing to do at any age in any circumstance: picking up, leaving your family and friends to join the military. When people sign up, they never know where they might end up having to serve, and many loved ones back home worry that the worst might happen. Besides the…

Jack Troy was teaching English in a high school outside of Philadelphia when he was first introduced, through a colleague and friend, to the art of throwing pottery. “We each had young children and we had a lot to talk about, so I would go down after school and watch him work at the…

After the long summer break from school, is your child ready to get back into the classroom? Whether they’re starting at a new school or just a new grade level, it can be stressful for children to return to the schedule and responsibility of classes. As you prepare to send them back to school,…

BookFest is back to open another chapter on July 13, and Maria Burchill says she is looking forward to the “look of fascination” on the faces of visitors as they interact with favorite authors. More than 20 authors and artists are expected at Schlow Centre Region Library for the event, which celebrates “Comics to…

If you’re a nature lover, your idea of a great vacation might be camping in the wilderness rather than relaxing on the beach. Summertime is the perfect season for a family camping trip, but the great outdoors isn’t without its hazards. Follow these tips to keep you and your family safe. First aid …

Music, in all its forms, touches people’s souls. Take classical music, for instance. It might not be your “jam,” but once you hear it at a concert, it might make a memory that lasts in your mind for a lifetime. That’s Debbie Trudeau’s goal for children of all ages who attend Penn’s Woods Music…

The Taiwanese bubble tea craze has finally arrived in State College at Tea Time, located downstairs from its adjoining Chinese restaurant Little Food Court at 250 East Calder Way. The milk- or fruit-based tea beverage gained popularity because of the fun and chewy texture of the sweet tapioca balls that float to the bottom of…