Community Events

Music Makers, April 25
Schlow Centre Region Library 211 S. Allen Street, State College, PA, United StatesThis class is designed for our littlest music-makers! We'll sing, dance, and express ourselves in many musical ways. Children will have the opportunity to learn new songs, play preschool-friendly instruments, and find the joy in making [...]

“50 Forward: Beethoven’s Ninth Revisited”
Eisenhower Auditorium 102 Eisenhower Rd, University Park, United StatesIn May 1974, then-University Auditorium opened its doors with the intention of becoming a Penn State performing-arts destination and educational landmark. In April 2025, the Center for the Performing Arts welcomes soon-to-be announced members of [...]

Saturday Baby Lapsit, April 26
Schlow Centre Region Library 211 S. Allen Street, State College, PA, United StatesSweet stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes - a playtime just for baby and grown-up. Recommended for babies up to 14 months old. Registration not required.

Saturday Storytime, April 26
Schlow Centre Region Library 211 S. Allen Street, State College, PA, United StatesSweet stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes - a playtime just for baby and grown-up. Recommended for babies up to 14 months old. Registration not required.

Happy Valley Puzzle Swap April
Schlow Library Community Room 211 S. Allen Street, State College, PA, United StatesHappy Valley Puzzle Swap and Schlow Library in State College, PA have teamed up for a puzzle swap and casual puzzling on Feb. 22, 2025, 1-3pm at the Schlow Library. Free parking at the Library [...]

Nittany Ballet Spring Preview, April 27
Schlow Centre Region Library 211 S. Allen Street, State College, PA, United StatesWatch a sneak preview of Nittany Ballet’s spring performance and then stick around for a fun dance activity! Nittany Ballet, the dance division of the Performing Arts School of Central Pennsylvania, is a classical ballet [...]

Homeschool Elementary Explorers, May 01
Schlow Centre Region Library 211 S. Allen Street, State College, PA, United StatesHomeschoolers! Are you excited about science? Learn about STEM research being done by Penn State Graduate students with hands-on activities! Grown-ups: please plan to stay with your child during the program. Today's topic: STEM Builders Lab Recommended [...]

Let’s Dance Movement Workshop for All Ages, All Abilities
Eisenhower Auditorium 102 Eisenhower Rd, University Park, United StatesSing and dance with members of the For Good Troupe, directed by Krista Wilkinson, as they perform excerpts from their favorite musical theatre productions. Then join Penn State Professor of Dance Michele Dunleavy on stage [...]

First Friday
Downtown State College State College, PA, United StatesExperience the cool vibe of downtown State College during our monthly First Friday events. A casual atmosphere features art, people-watching, mingling with friends, shopping, and dining at the diverse and delectable State College restaurants. First [...]

Saturday Baby Movers, May 03
Schlow Centre Region Library 211 S. Allen Street, State College, PA, United StatesStories, songs, and lots of movement - a storytime for babies on the go and their grown-up. Recommended for babies ages 15 to 24 months No registration required