Spirits of Happy Valley

Come February, most of us who live in central Pennsylvania are asking, “Ugh, will this winter ever end?”  Even someone who loves the snow as much as I do knows […]

Welp, it is January and all the decorations are (hopefully) packed away for next year. Yes, the holidays are over, along with all the merriment that went with them. I […]

Pick up a copy of December Town&Gown to check out more festive staff favorite drinks!

Around these parts, no matter where you turn you are bound to find a Penn State logo or theme on something, especially during football season. From stickers on cars to […]

I truly enjoy walking into a dark neighborhood bar to meet some friends for a drink, because I just know I am going to have a fun time. Sure, the […]

Ahhhh, it is finally September, and I could not be happier. September brings us cooler temperatures, the start of that beautiful fall foliage, football Saturdays (go, Nittany Lions) and Sundays, […]

There is something perfect about sitting outside on a warm summer night enjoying an ice cold beer and a hot dog with friends at the old ball yard. From the […]

Imagine finishing up a long hike or an epic mountain bike ride in Rothrock State Forest and having a chill place to go with your family and friends (even the […]

Need fresh ideas for your next local beverage? Try one—or more—of these Town&Gown staff favorites, from fruity to flowery (really!) to just plain refreshing. See more favorites in the full […]

Over the past eight months or so, ever since construction of the Boal City Brewery began on the historic Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion Museum property, I have been asked […]