This is Not a Photo; Works of Art by Alex Ramos
2025-01-07 08:00 - 2025-03-23 17:00 (America/New_York) | Foxdale Village Second-Floor Gallery, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Foxdale Village welcomes Alex Ramos to the second floor art gallery. The show and reception are free and open to the public. Using small brushes, careful color selection and abundant patience, Alex Ramos executes lifelike depictions of things we encounter on a regular basis often without contemplating their details and intricacies. Subjects range from the organic, such as fruits and vegetables, to the manufactured, such as glassware and pottery. Paying careful attention to nuances of color and the interplay of light with different surfaces and materials, these still life paintings constitute a meditation on the beauty and complexity of the world around us.

Visiting hours are from 8:00am – 5:00pm weekdays and from noon until 4:00pm on weekends, January 7 – March 23, 2025. The opening reception will be held on Sunday, January 13 from 3:30 – 5:00pm.

For further information please call the reception desk at 814-238-3322.

Tipping Points and The Big Picture On Climate and Energy with Dr. Richard Alley
2025-01-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Foxdale Village Auditorium, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Dr. Richard Alley, is an Evan Pugh University Professor in the Department of Geosciences and is a leader of the Penn State Ice and Climate Research Center. His research has taken him to Antarctica, Greenland, Alaska and just about everywhere there is ice. Dr. Alley is a frequent speaker to both scientific and general audiences and has authored “The Two Mile Time Machine” (explaining ice cores) and many scientific papers. He is a presenter of the PBS miniseries “Earth: The Operators’ Manual”.The risks of climate change are well-documented, with the potential for underestimated dangers and tipping points—thresholds that, once crossed, can trigger rapid, irreversible changes. For example, while sea-level rise is expected as oceans warm and ice melts, surpassing certain thresholds could accelerate Antarctic ice loss, dramatically increasing sea levels. Similarly, wildfires could transform ecosystems like the Brazilian rainforest into grasslands, and disruptions in ocean circulation may occur. Given these risks, the benefits of transitioning to a sustainable energy system are likely even greater than widely recognized.This program is free and open to the public.

Addressing Climate Change: Generations Coming Together
2025-02-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Foxdale Village Auditorium, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Over the past several months, we have welcomed Penn State faculty experts Ray Najjar and Richard Alley to discuss climate, energy, and sustainability issues. Their presentations generated strong interest and led us to wonder what students were thinking, saying, and doing about these topics. Penn State has several student interest groups and clubs dedicated to climate action, and we have invited representatives to Foxdale to share their insights and experiences with us.A panel of Penn State students engaged in climate advocacy and education will share their perspectives with Foxdale residents. Their discussion will be facilitated by Grant Rowe, Sustainability Programming Coordinator for Penn State Sustainability. We look forward to their presentation and an interactive discussion with the audience.This program is free and open to the public.

Lincoln (2012) - Multicultural Film Festival
2025-02-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
This Spielberg film follows Lincoln’s determined push in January 1865 to pass the 13th Amendment, abolishing slavery. Navigating a complex political landscape, he challenges opponents and the nation to pursue a greater good. Daniel Day-Lewis delivers a masterful, witty, and dignified portrayal that both entertains and enlightens. (2 hrs. 31 min. PG-13)

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

White Bird (2023) - Multicultural Film Festival
2025-02-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
This powerful story of courage follows a grandmother recounting her WWII survival in Nazi-occupied Germany, sheltered by a brave family and their son. As the children create a magical world, they also find first love, while the boy’s mother risks everything to protect them. Based on R.J. Palacio’s graphic novel, the film stars Gillian Anderson and Helen Mirren. (2hrs., PG-13)

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

Will and Harper (2024) - Multicultural Film Festival
2025-03-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
In this heartfelt documentary, Will Ferrell and longtime friend Harper Steele, a former Saturday Night Live writer, take a 16-day road trip after Harper comes out as a trans woman. As they revisit meaningful places, they share laughter, tears, and reflection, embracing their evolving friendship. (1 hr. 54 min., R)

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

Wonder (2017) - Multicultural Film Festival
2025-03-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
Born with facial differences that have kept him from attending a mainstream school, Augie faces his biggest challenge yet—starting fifth grade. As he navigates friendships, bullying, and self-acceptance, his journey inspires his family, classmates, and community to embrace compassion and kindness. Augie’s story proves that when you’re born to stand out, blending in isn’t an option. (1 hr. 53 min., PG)

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

Resident and Staff Fine Arts and Crafts Show
2025-04-09 08:00 - 2025-06-12 17:00 | Foxdale Village Second-Floor Gallery, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Foxdale Village welcomes the annual Resident and Staff Fine Arts and Crafts Show to the second floor gallery. This impressive show includes paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics, sculpture, needlework and more. The show and reception are free and open to the public.

Visiting hours are from 8:00am – 5:00pm weekdays and from noon until 4:00pm on weekends, April 9 – June 12, 2025. The opening reception will be held on Sunday, May 4 from 3:30 – 5:00pm.

For further information please call the reception desk at 814-238-3322.

Garage Sale
2025-04-26 08:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-20 08:30 - 12:00 | Pennsylvania
Semi-annual garage sale hosted by Foxdale Village residents supporting the Residents Association. Garage sale booths include electronics, furniture, toys, garden, kitchen, jewelry, lamps, artwork and baked goods.

Do you have questions or would you like an e-mail reminder? Write to FoxdaleGarageSale@gmail.com.

Enter from University Drive near the State College Friends School.

Art Alliance Showcase
2025-06-17 08:00 - 2025-09-07 17:00 | Foxdale Village Second-Floor Gallery, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Foxdale Village welcomes artists from the Art Alliance to the second floor art gallery. The show and reception are free and open to the public.

Visiting hours are from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm weekdays and from noon until 4:00pm on weekends, June 17 – September 22, 2025. The opening reception will be held on Sunday, June 22 from 3:30 – 5:00 pm.

For further information please call the reception desk at 814-238-3322.

Financial Chat
2025-06-17 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-31 10:30 - 11:30 | Apartment Building Living Room, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
An informative presentation about the financial benefits and nuances of living in a continuing care retirement community. Presented by Deb Shughart, Chief Financial Officer for Foxdale Village.

To RSVP for this event, please call 814-272-2146.

Climate Racism
2025-07-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Foxdale Village Auditorium, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Jackie Bonomo holds a B.S. in Environmental Studies: Human Ecology from Huxley College at Western Washington University. A self-proclaimed “Jack of all trades,” Jackie’s work has centered around her passions for books, the natural world, and physical well-being. Her experience spans roles in sustainable agriculture, forestry, solar design, and education, as well as serving in various community-based environmental and wellness initiatives. Jackie brings a holistic and deeply informed perspective to the conversation.Join us for an evening of reflection and discussion as we explore climate racism—how systemic racism intersects with the climate crisis. We’ll begin with guiding questions and short video clips to help define the topic, followed by a group discussion. The program will also include a global perspective on who produces and who suffers from carbon emissions, a visual map of this imbalance, and powerful footage from affected communities around the world and in Pennsylvania. We’ll close with time for questions, reflections, and silence.This program is free and open to the public.

Retrospective of Artist Pat Dolan
2025-09-16 08:00 - 2025-11-23 17:00 | Foxdale Village Second-Floor Gallery, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Foxdale Village welcomes Pat Dolan to the second floor art gallery. The show and reception are free and open to the public. Pat Dolan, holds a BA in Art and Education, and has spent her career creating and teaching in a wide range of mediums, including watercolor, pastel, colored pencil, and pen & ink. Her time in New Jersey inspired her to return to art quilting, while her years back in rural Pennsylvania have shaped her reputation as a realistic watercolorist. She is especially recognized for her portraits of birds and cats, as well as still lifes, flowers, and rural landscapes.

Visiting hours are from 8:00am – 5:00pm weekdays and from noon until 4:00pm on weekends, January 7 – March 23, 2025. The opening reception will be held on Sunday, September 28 from 3:30 – 5:00 pm.

For further information please call the reception desk at 814-238-3322.

The Global Effect of Climate Change on Human Health
2025-09-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Foxdale Village Auditorium, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Dr. Brian King is Professor and Head of the Department of Geography at Penn State. His research, teaching, and outreach focus on livelihoods, conservation and development, environmental change, and human health. He holds affiliations across the university, including with the Population Research Institute, the Earth and Environmental Systems Institute, the School of International Affairs, and the Consortium to Combat Substance Abuse.Dr. King is also an honorary research associate with the African Climate and Development Initiative at the University of Cape Town and was selected as a National Academy of Sciences Kavli Fellow in 2017. In addition, he serves as the Nature and Society editor for The Annals of the American Association of Geographers.In this talk, Dr. King will examine how climate change is reshaping human health, from heat exposure and food insecurity to extreme weather events, with attention to uneven impacts and community resilience.This program is free and open to the public.

Thursday Murder Club (2025) - Multicultural Film Festival
2025-09-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
Based on Richard Osman’s bestselling novel, this film follows four witty retirees in a British retirement community whose hobby of solving cold cases takes a thrilling turn when a local developer is murdered. Blending humor, heart, and mystery, the film highlights the sharpness, courage, and camaraderie of its unlikely sleuths. (1 hr. 58 min., PG-13)

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

Killers of the Flower Moon (2023) - Multicultural Film Festival
2025-10-02 19:00 - 2025-10-03 22:00 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
Set in 1920s Oklahoma, this film tells the true story of a corrupt political boss who orchestrates the murders of oil-rich Osage Nation members, manipulating his nephew into betraying his Osage wife until the Bureau of Investigation uncovers the conspiracy. It is a haunting tale of greed, betrayal, and injustice. (3 hrs. 26 min., R)

This film will be shown in two parts: Part One on Thursday, October 2, and Part Two on Friday, October 3.

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

Who is Dayani Cristal? (2013) - Multicultural Film Festival
2025-10-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
This film is a powerful documentary that traces the journey of a migrant whose body is found in the Arizona desert, prompting an investigation into his identity and the broader human cost of immigration. Starring Gael García Bernal, the film combines forensics and reenactments to reveal migrant hardships. (1 hr. 54 min., R)

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

Deaf President Now! (2025) - Multicultural Film Festival
2025-10-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
This film documents the powerful 1988 protest at Gallaudet University, the world’s only liberal arts college for the deaf, where students demanded the appointment of a deaf president for the first time in its history. Through interviews and archival footage, the film captures a defining moment in the fight for deaf leadership and civil rights. (1 hr. 40 min., R)

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

Are You in Control? Individual and Social Determinants of Healthy Brain Aging
2025-12-09 09:30 - 11:00 | Foxdale Village Auditorium, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Join us for the Center for Healthy Aging’s upcoming lecture, “Are You in Control? Individual and Social Determinants of Healthy Brain Aging,” presented by Dr. Martin Sliwinski, Director of the Center for Healthy Aging. This engaging talk will explore how much of your brain health is within your control, examining the ways lifestyle choices, social connections, and community environments shape brain aging and Alzheimer’s risk. Dr. Sliwinski will introduce the concept of “cognability”, the brain-friendliness of our surroundings—and guide us in understanding how brain-friendly our own neighborhoods may be. The lecture will also clarify common misconceptions about brain health equity and how these misunderstandings impact public policy and research funding, ultimately threatening vital studies that help Americans remain healthier, independent, and in charge of their future.

Refreshments served at 9:30 am and lecture begins at 10:00 am.

Leading Locally: Centre Region Climate Initiatives & Community Partnerships
2025-12-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Foxdale Village Auditorium, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Join us for an engaging presentation with Pam Adams, Regional Planning Director for the CentreRegion Council of Governments (CRCOG). Pam has served the region for 16 years, leadingsustainability planning and the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan while working withmunicipalities and community partners to advance meaningful environmental, economic, and energyinitiatives. CRCOG, a partnership of six Centre Region municipalities, works collaboratively toprovide shared services and address regional challenges.Pam will discuss how local government, businesses, and residents are taking action on climatepriorities, from solar installations and clean transportation efforts to food waste programs,renewable natural gas projects, and federal grants supporting safety and resiliency. She will alsoexplore current gaps in climate progress and share emerging opportunities for the coming year,including energy financing tools, community stewardship initiatives, and updates on Climate Actionand Adaptation Plan goals. This presentation offers insight into how our region is moving toward amore sustainable future and ways for community members to getinvolved.This program is free and open to the public.

Watercolor Paintings by Lena Thynell
2026-01-09 08:00 - 2026-03-11 17:00 | Foxdale Village Second-Floor Gallery, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Foxdale Village welcomes Lena Thynell to the second floor art gallery. The show and reception are free and open to the public. Lena Thynell lives with her husband near State College, PA. She received her watercolor training at the Gerlesborg Art School in Sweden, studying through weeklong courses over several years. The school is located north of Gothenburg along Sweden’s stunning west coast.Lena is an art instructor at the Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania. After a long and distinguished career in Sweden as a Registered Nurse, Certified Nurse Midwife, and Department Head, she has embraced watercolor painting as an important and fulfilling part of her life. She especially enjoys painting en plein air, which brings her both joy and fresh inspiration.“It’s a challenge to paint on location and that’s what I like,” Lena says. Her work has been featured in several juried art exhibitions, as well as solo shows, throughout Sweden.

Visiting hours are from 8:00am – 5:00pm weekdays and from noon until 4:00pm on weekends, January 9 – March 11, 2026. The opening reception will be held on Sunday, January 11 from 3:30 – 5:00 pm.

For further information please call the reception desk at 814-238-3322.

Pennsylvania's Environmental Future: A Community Question and Answer with Representative Paul Takac
2026-02-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Foxdale Village Auditorium, 500 East Marylyn Avenue, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801, United States
Representative Paul Takac was elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in 2022 to represent the 82nd Legislative District in the heart of Centre County. His policy priorities include ensuring full and fair funding for public education, championing environmental and clean energy initiatives, protecting individual rights and freedoms, and supporting working people and families by creating jobs and investing in local communities—especially in underserved rural areas.Representative Takac currently serves on the following Pennsylvania House committees: Agriculture and Rural Affairs; Education; Environmental and Natural Resources Protection; Communications and Technology; Emergency Preparedness; Tourism, Recreation and Economic Development; and Veterans Affairs.Foxdale recently sponsored a presentation by Pam Adams, Regional Planning Director for the Centre Region Council of Governments, highlighting local efforts to address climate change. Now, we invite you to learn more about state-level initiatives. Please join us.This program is free and open to the public.

Big Eden (2000) - Multicultural Film Festival
2026-03-06 19:00 - 21:30 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
A tender, feel-good romantic comedy set against the sweeping backdrop of rural Montana, this story follows a successful New York artist who returns home to care for his grandfather. He reconnects with his hometown and the people who never stopped caring about him. With gentle humor and heartfelt sincerity, the film celebrates love, acceptance, and the courage it takes to embrace where you come from and who you truly are. (1 hr. 57 min., PG-13)

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

Selma (2014) - Multicultural Film Festival
2026-03-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
A powerful historical drama that chronicles the pivotal 1965 voting rights marches from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama. Centered on the leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., it portrays the courage, strategy, and sacrifice behind the fight to secure equal voting rights. With emotional depth and unflinching realism, the story honors the determination of ordinary citizens whose actions helped change the course of American history. (2 hrs. 8 min., PG-13)

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

Minari (2020) - Multicultural Film Festival
2026-03-20 19:00 - 21:30 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
A quiet and deeply moving drama, this film follows a Korean American family as they pursue their dream of starting a farm in rural Arkansas during the 1980s. As they navigate financial uncertainty, cultural tensions, and the challenges of building a new life, their bonds are tested and strengthened in unexpected ways. With tenderness and subtle humor, the story explores resilience, sacrifice, and what it truly means to put down roots in unfamiliar soil. (1 hr. 55 min., PG-13)

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

Fences (2016) - Multicultural Film Festival
2026-03-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Community Center, Auditorium, 500 E Marylyn Ave, State College, Pennsylvania, 16801
A powerful and intimate drama set in 1950s Pittsburgh, this film follows a former Negro League baseball player turned sanitation worker as he wrestles with unrealized dreams, family responsibilities, and the realities of racial barriers. As tensions rise within his household, long-buried disappointments and generational struggles come to the surface. With gripping performances and emotional intensity, the story explores love, pride, and the complex bonds that both divide and unite a family. (2 hrs. 19 min., PG-13)

The Multicultural Film Festival is free and open to the public.

Spring Garage Sale
2026-04-18 08:30 - 12:00 | Pennsylvania
