MUSIC NIGHTS AT THE MARSH

Come and enjoy beautiful bluegrass and folk music at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center! All ages are welcome! Some concerts may be outdoors, some held in the barn. Bring the family, a blanket, a chair, or a picnic! (Alcoholic beverages are prohibited on nature center property.) In case of rain, please check the CRPR Message Board before 5 PM. A $5 per person donation will be collected at the door to support the nature center and these great local musicians! Children under 10 are free. Free parking is available.

BIKE-IN MOVIE SERIES (The Green Alternative to the Drive-In)

Bike or walk to one of these local parks to catch an outdoor movie shown on an inflatable screen. These environmentally-friendly events are a wonderful way to spend a summer evening and are easily accessible from a bike path. Bring a blanket, pack a picnic and enjoy this summer event presented by Centre Region Parks & Recreation and:
- The Centre Region Bike Coalition,
- Freeze Thaw Cycles Inc.,
- Envinity Inc., and
- Videon Central, Inc.
The events are FREE, but donations to CRPR & CRBC are accepted.
(P.S. Please make this a safe experience and remember your bike light!)
Friday, June 11 @ Spring Creek Park, 8:45 PM (rain date: Sat., June 12) “Over the Hedge”
Friday, July 16 @ Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 8:30 PM (rain date: Sat., July 17 )
“Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory”
Friday, Aug. 6 @ Tudek Park, 8:15 PM (rain date: Sat., Aug. 7) “Back to the Future”

Centre Region Parks & Recreation and
Nittany Valley Shakespeare Festival present:
“Much Ado About Nothing”

FREE Shakespeare plays in the parks. The outdoor performances are weather-permitting. No advance registration is necessary.

• Orchard Park Amphitheatre: Sat., August 21 (2 & 6 PM) & Sun., August 22 (2 PM)
• Friedman Parklet (formerly Central Parklet): Fri., August 27 (6 PM) and Sat., August 28 (2 & 6 PM)

2010 HALLOWEEN PLANNER
(as of 14 Jun 2010):

The following 2010 Halloween Event Schedule was approved by the COG General Forum and is now under consideration by each of the 5 participating municipalities:

• Thur., 28 Oct 2010: The Official Centre Region Trick or Treat Night (6-8 PM)*
• Sat., 30 Oct 2010: PSU Home Football Game (vs. Michigan)
• Sun., 31 Oct 2010 (Halloween): The 65th Annual Halloween Costume Parade

                     * As recommended by the 3 Centre Region Chiefs of Police

The 44th Annual CRPR Peanut Carnival
“A Centre Region Tradition”

On Thursday, 29 July 2010, 6-8 PM at Park Forest Middle School Gym.

Come one come all, to the 44th Annual CRPR Peanut Carnival at the Park Forest Middle School. Free admission; a bag of peanuts (needed to play the booth games) is 25¢. Bring the whole family and play all kinds of carnival games using peanuts! Each year campers in the CRPR KIDVenture Camp programs help to design and run the carnival booths. At each booth, you can play all sorts of carnival games or pitches, and have a chance to win some great prizes! Don’t be a “NUT,”on Thursday July 29 from 6-8 PM, head out to Park Forest Middle School and join the Peanut Carnival tradition. Help us make this evening of fun even “nuttier!”

2010 Special Event Schedule at
Park Forest Community Swimming Pool
7-9 PM The regular “After 5PM” admission fees will apply.
Held pending weather conditions. Raindate: Thursdays.Now becoming an annual tradition for fun and excitement, each special night will feature prize giveaways, contests and activities for the entire family! Come join the fun; we’ll have the decorations and theme music ready!

• Country Night:      Wed. June 30        
• Hawaiian Night:    Wed. July 14
• Pool-O-Ween:       Wed. July 28

6th Annual “CRPR SPLASH, PEDAL & DASH”
Youth Triathlon was held on Saturday, 25 July 2009 at Welch Pool for ages 6-14. 
CLICK HEREfor the 2004 - 2009 event results.
Due to the Welch Pool construction project, this event will not be offered during 2010; it will resume in 2011.

7th Annual "Millbrook Marsh HISTORIC HARVEST FESTIVAL"

Sunday, 8 November 2009, 2–5 PM.
at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, 548 Puddintown Road, College Township.
Attractions will include: kid-friendly animals, blacksmithing, historic toy displays, nature walks, crafts for kids, kettle corn, candle making, storytelling, refreshments and more! Live entertainment by The Kalob Griffen Band.  Rain, snow or shine! For more information, contact CRPR at (814) 231-3071. This FREE event is being planned and implemented by Penn State Recreation, Park and Tourism Management 356 students in collaboration with CRPR Millbrook Marsh Nature Center. No advance registration is necessary.

4th Annual
"Teen Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt"
for Grades 6-8

Wednesday, 31 Mar 2010, 8:00 PM at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center (Program # 42210) Rain or shine.  FREE! This is not your little sister or brother’s egg hunt. This is bigger, better, darker and extremely COOL for kids in grades 6-8. Meet at the Nature Center Barn and don’t forget to bring your flashlight. There will be prizes, food, music and more! FREE, but advance registration is required. Remember to dress for the weather.

52nd Annual "CRPR Easter Egg Hunt"

Saturday, 3 April 2010, 2:00 PM. Rain, shine or snow! FREE! Centre Region Parks & Recreation’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt (with over 7,000 eggs) will be held at Orchard Park (MAP HERE) located at the corner of Bayberry Dr. & Blue Course Dr. in State College Borough. Prize baskets will again be provided by members of the State College Rotary Club. The hunt will begin at 2:00 PM SHARP, so please arrive in time to meet the Easter Bunny! The following four age group areas will be provided: • 2 yrs. & Under • 3-5 yrs. • 6 & 7 yrs. • 8 & 9 yrs.

The 6th Annual "CRPR TOUCH A TRUCK" Event
Saturday, June 26, 2010, 1 - 4 P.M.
S.C. Area High School North Building "Driver Training Lot"

FREE! Sponsored by Centre Region Parks & Recreation & Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc. Bring the kids out for an exciting afternoon of BIG TRUCKS, DUMP TRUCKS, FIRE TRUCKS and MORE! It’s a hands-on experience for the entire family!

CRPR “Kids-on-Wheels” Parade  
“A Centre Region Tradition”

Saturday, July 3, 2010, 9:30 AM line up / Step off at 10 AM. FREE!

Hey Kids! Show your patriotism and be part of the annual “CRPR Kids-on-Wheels”
Parade. Bring your bike, wagon, scooter, stroller or skateboard and meet us at the
corner of Foster Avenue and Locust Lane. The parade will end at Friedman Parklet
where we will celebrate our nation’s birthday by singing “Happy Birthday to US” and eating watermelon. FREE!

Bike Decorating - For the Kids on Wheels Parade
Friday, July 2, 7 to 7:30 PM @ Holmes-Foster Park, Pavilion #2. Join CRPR staff to decorate your bike for the Kids on Wheels Parade. Streamers and tape supplied. Anything else is up to you!