Events


  • Snake

    Shaver's Creek Presents Reptiles

    Wednesday, July 24 - 2:30pm

    Join the Shaver's Creek Staff and meet our local critters! Learn why, where, and how they dig.

    Schlow Community Room

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  • Part of the 2013 Centre County Reads programming. Join us at the State Theatre for a discussion with prize-winning author Sandra Cisneros.

    Sandra Cisneros will talk about the genesis of Caramelo and then respond to questions from the audience about her work. Everyone welcome!

    Monday, April 15 at the State Theatre.

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  • Research Unplugged returns to Schlow Library this spring for another round of fascinating conversations with Penn State researchers! Please join us for stimulating idea and free refreshments.

    April 18: Real-Life CSI: Myths and Realities of Forensic Science Jenifer Smith, PhD, Forensic Science, and retired FBI agent

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  • Buy your copies of Caramelo and The House on Mango Street at Barnes & Noble and support Centre County Reads! Pick up a voucher and part of your sales from ANY purchases these days will be donated to CCR! You can print a voucher from this page or just use the code. Online sales will also count from March 8 - 12. Use the code number on the voucher.

    Barnes and Noble- State College, 365 Benner Pike, State College, PA 16801, 814-867-9330

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  • Year of the Solar System: New Worlds, New Discoveries

    Explore! Jupiter's Family Secrets will acquaint you with Jupiter and NASA's upcoming Juno mission! 

    The activities showcase how the Juno mission will unveil Jupiter's deepest secrets, including clues about how our solar system formed and Jupiter's unique traits!

    All ages welcome.  FREE public event!  No registration necessary.

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  • Year of the Solar System: New Worlds, New Discoveries

    Explore! Jupiter's Family Secrets will acquaint you with Jupiter and NASA's upcoming Juno mission!

    Wednesday, June 13th and Thursday, June 14th @ 2:30pm.

    The activities showcase how the Juno mission will unveil Jupiter's deepest secrets, including clues about how our solar system formed and Jupiter's unique traits!

    All ages welcome.  FREE public event!  No registration necessary.

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  • Dennie Huber: Magician and Balloon Artist

    Dennie Huber has built a reputation for his multiple balloon creations and his wacky balloon character hats with big 3D eyes, wings, feathers and legs.

    Wednesday, June 20 @ 2:30pm

    His act includes magic, songs, and entertainment for the entire family.

    FREE public event.  No registration necessary.

    Location: Schlow Library's Community Room

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  • Jan Kinney

    Are you afraid of the dark and things that go bump in the night? Then go with master storyteller, Jan Kinney, into the land of story.

    Thursday, June 21 @ 2:30pm

    She will lead you safely past some not-so-scary scary night critters while you help her tell some not-so-scary scary stories.

    All ages welcome.  FREE public event.  No registration necessary.

    Location: Schlow Community Room

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  • Penn State Lady Lion Basketball

    Join the Lady Lions for a fun filled afternoon of activities!

    Wednesday, June 27 @ 2:30pm

    Talk “basketball” with some Lady Lions. You will get pointers on the game and get to speak with the Lady Lions about their favorite books. 

    A great time had by all.. .don’t miss out!

    FREE public event.  No registration necessary.

    Location: Schlow Community Room

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  • Shaver's Creek Environmental Center

    WHOOOOO? would YOU like to meet while out walking in the woods at night?

    Thursday, June 28 @ 2:30pm

    Meet some of the nocturnal animals that creep, fly, scitter, and slither at this fascinating and informative program with live critters and the staff from Shaver's Creek Nature Center!

    All ages welcome.  FREE public event.  No registration necessary.

    Location: Schlow Community Room

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