Creativity Pays Off: The ROI on a Thriving Arts Scene

On any summer evening at 3 Dots and other arts spaces across Centre County, you can see the local economy in action: musicians unloading their gear, artists displaying new work, and food trucks arriving as people stop by, grab a drink, and stay awhile. Families fill the streets, visitors photograph and post murals to social media, and young professionals build connections that root them here—to commit, buy a home, and to invest deeply in our community. This isn’t just entertainment—it’s what keeps our streets vibrant and our economy moving.

“Random Collisions of Goodness” Spark Unexpected Connections in Reedsville

In Big Valley, even an economic development event feels like a homecoming By Cara Aungst Last Wednesday, Ben Franklin Technology Partners collaborated with the Juniata Valley Chamber of Commerce for an entrepreneurial networking event celebrating innovation, connection, and the power of community in the tiny town of Reedsville.  The event was a small revolution. It […]