It Will Change You If You Let It
“When he first came here, he thought, ‘Oh my heavens… woods, hills. Don’t they ever stop?’ But he grew to love (Mount Nittany), and he loved just looking at it during practice, during games he’d glance over, and Mount Nittany was there… to Joe, it was a symbol of Penn State.”
Groundbreaking Set for Nittany Residence Club in Downtown State College
Innovative Condo-Hotel Blending Penn State Legacy, Walkability, and Smart Investment Has Already Sold Over One-Third of Units
The skyline of downtown State College is changing again. This Friday, October 10, at 2:00 p.m., local leaders, developers, alumni, and future residents will gather to officially break ground on the Nittany Residence Club, a nine-story luxury condominium-hotel just one block from Penn State’s campus.
Logan Fire Company No. 1: Bellefonte’s Lifesaving Legacy, Powered by Volunteers
In the heart of Bellefonte, Logan Fire Company No. 1 stands as a proud symbol of dedication, courage, and community spirit. Established in 1870, this historic fire company has protected generations of residents and businesses with unwavering commitment. But what truly sets Logan apart isn’t just its longevity—it’s the people behind the hoses and helmets.
Music That Connects Us: Manny’s Celebrates Two Years of Secret Planet with a Week of Global Sounds
At Manny’s Live Performance Space, something magical is about to happen. From October 4–9, Manny’s will celebrate the two-year anniversary of Secret Planet with a week-long series of concerts that bring the heartbeats of the world to our little corner of Central Pennsylvania.
Fall 2025 in Happy Valley: An Inflection Point Like No Other — And You’re Smack in the Middle of It
t Connect HappyValley, we said last week that what is happening here felt like a social experiment. This week, it feels like a live broadcast from America’s future, though in Happy Valley it is closer to a Spruce Creek Lager paired with a tray of Spruce Creek Tavern fries than to anything you see on cable news.
Drive by the Penn State athletic fields right now, and you might think we are prepping to host the Olympics.
New press box for the soccer teams, new practice fields, dining facilities and weight rooms. Stadium overhauls and upgrades. Heavy machinery everywhere. It is not just athletic infrastructure. It is a metaphor. Happy Valley is building like it knows something big is coming. And it is.
Introducing the Connectors: Frank S. Archibald, Joe Minich and Rebecca Farmer Force
Frank S. Archibald Frank S. Archibald is a lifelong engineer, educator, and community advocate with deep connections to State College. After earning his BSME from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and a PhD from Cambridge, Frank built a career in research and innovation with organizations including Lockheed, Pratt & Whitney, the Navy, and Penn State’s Applied […]
The Blue and White Zone: Living the HappyValley Life, Together
A few weeks ago, I asked a question that had been bouncing around in my mind: What if Happy Valley is already a Blue Zone in disguise? Not the branded kind, but something more authentic and local a “Blue and White Zone,” rooted in community, connection, and the HappyValley way of life.
Introducing the Connectors: Michele Crowl and Bernie Ryan
Meet Michele Crowl, a familiar force for innovation and connection in Happy Valley. She jokes that, like many, she once planned to escape to warmer climates after graduation—
We can’t wait to meet you! Penns Valley Pedals and Pints
Buggy up! If you hear this term, it means you’re on your bike in Penns Valley, Centre County, PA and an Amish buggy is heading your way. Millheim is home of Penns Valley Pedals and Pints, one of the biggest consistent road riding bicycle clubs in the county. If you are hearing, “buggy up,” you know you’re in for a fun evening of beautiful scenery and a ride with a friendly biking club.
