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Sunday FAMS!
Track 1: Exploring Bellefonte
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Bellefonte is a charming historic community that’s full of character. There’s something for everyone: historical destinations, art, shopping, outdoor recreation and great restaurants, distilleries and cideries. On this track, you will start your tour at The Bellefonte Art Museum which features rotating art installations by local artists (don’t miss “A Journey to Freedom” which commemorates Bellefonte’s role in the operations of the Underground Railroad). From there, you can explore Bellefonte’s vibrant downtown on your own. Check out The Great Mish Mosh for antique finds, walk to Talleyrand Park to explore the waterway, or shop at Belle Mercantile for unique gifts. Head over to Plumb’s Drug Store for an old timey fountain soda (try the chocolate Coke!) or get a mocha and fresh pastry at Bonfatto’s Italian Market.
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Track 2: Exploring Boalsburg
Boalsburg, Pennsylvania is considered the birthplace of Memorial Day. This charming and patriotic small town is still reminiscent of the early 19th century, yet is located only five minutes from Penn State University. You can enjoy charming hotels, bed & breakfast accommodations, casual and fine dining restaurants, and unique specialty shops, all with the added benefit of old-fashioned small town charm. On this track, you will begin your tour on the diamond in the middle of town. You can view the “Three Women” statue which commemorates the originators of Memorial Day, visit Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion Museum, which boasts pieces of the "true cross" as well as rare early American artifacts, or explore the Pennsylvania Military Museum. Find unique Penn State gifts at A Basket Full, and grab a bottle of wine at the Seven Mountains Wine Bar. Hungry? Don’t miss Duffy’s Tavern, a Boalsburg staple since it was built in 1819 as a food and lodging stop for stage coaches.
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Wednesday FAMS!
Track 1: Exploring Penn State’s University Park Campus Penn
State was started in 1855 as the nation’s first (and Pennsylvania’s only) land-grant school. The University will bestow its 1 millionth degree sometime in 2025, and ranks first in the country in research expertise in materials science. In addition to being one of the foremost Research institutions in the US, the campus is historic, walkable and beautiful. On this track, you can explore the most photographed spot in Happy Valley —the Lion Shrine! From there, explore the Palmer Museum and Old Main, or explore the Penn State Arboretum for a tranquil, nature-filled getaway. No visit to campus is complete without a visit to Berkey Creamery (the Peachy Paterno is a must-try!).
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Track 2: Exploring Penns Valley
Penns Valley is considered the “gateway to Happy Valley.” The bucolic area is home to some of Happy Valley’s most visited attractions like Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park, Centre County Grange Fair and Encampment and Dutch Fall Fest, as well farms that supply fresh meats, cheeses and produce to Happy Valley’s field-to-fork restaurants. On this track, you will visit Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park, the country’s only all-water cavern and wildlife park (check out the wolves and mountain lions!). From there, you will see Windermere Farms, breeders of world-champion Percheron horses. The tour ends at Mount Nittany Winery, a family-operated winery nestled against the mountains above the small town of Linden Hall.
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We would like to recognize and say THANK YOU to the
2022 Annual Meeting Sponsors!
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Registration Closes Next Friday, June 3rd! Wishing you a SAFE and HAPPY Memorial Day!
Thank you!
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Patricia Cowley
Executive Director
Telephone: 717-236-9042
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