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The Borough of State College Calder Way improvement Project Phase 2 is set to begin Tuesday, January 20. Construction will take place on Calder Way from South Fraser Street to South Atherton Street.

Calder Way Improvement Project Phase 2 & 2A Community Update

Tentatively on Monday, June 8, TerraWorks will be paving on South Atherton Street and South Burrowes Street. The restriction along South Atherton will restrict two northbound lanes. The two southbound lanes will turn to one lane north and one south. South Burrowes Street will be restricted to one lane so paving can be completed. Flaggers and traffic-control signage will be in place during this time.

On Wednesday, June 10, prep work will be done for final paving from South Fraser Street to Miller Alley. Due to this, Calder Way from South Fraser Street to Miller Alley will be closed to vehicular traffic on Wednesday, June 10, and Thursday, June 11.

Phase 2A, the contractor (Glenn O. Hawbaker) began the installation of water main along Hetzel Street. This work will take place over the next few weeks.

Next week, as the contractor progresses along Hetzel Street, additional closures will be needed. Hetzel Street will be closed from Beaver Avenue to College Avenue. There will also be no access to Wilson Alley from Hetzel Street during this time.

The community can receive weekly updates by visiting the Calder Way Improvement Project page. Questions about the project may be directed to Tristan Klinefelter, the Borough’s Calder Way Public Relations Representative, by emailing tklinefelter@statecollegepa.us or calling (814) 680-4468.

Beaver Avenue Closure announcement image. Text notes closure from June 8-10.

Upcoming Beaver Avenue Closure

From Monday, June 8, through Wednesday, June 10, Beaver Avenue will be closed between Atherton Street and Burrowes Street to support the installation of a tower crane for the Nittany Residence Club development at 321 West Beaver Avenue. A signed detour route for the three-day closure will include Atherton Street to Park Avenue to University Drive.

Access to Cresson Alley and New Alley will be from Burrowes Street, and flaggers will be in place to assist. Burrowes Street will remain open during this period. Access to the Beaver Avenue Parking Garage will remain open.

Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may be directed to the Borough's Public Works department by calling 814-234-7100.

The Borough of State College's painting contractor will begin painting lines on Borough streets at 7 a.m. on Thursday, June 4. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas and avoid the orange cones on freshly painted lines. Questions about this project may go directly to the Borough's Public Works department by calling 814-234-7100.

ABC Vacancies - Apply Today!

Authorities, Boards, and Commissions (ABCs) play a valuable role in making a difference in the State College Community.

CURRENT VACANCIES:⁠

CDBG CAC — (1 opening) — Must be a Borough resident
Racial Equity Advisory Commission — (1 opening) — Must be a representative of Hispanic LatinX Community⁠

→ Apply to serve on an ABC here.

Upcoming Temporary Park Closures

On Friday, June 5, the Orchard Park Parking Lot, the Holmes-Foster Park Lower Parking Lot, and the Tusseyview Park Walking Trail will be closed temporarily for maintenance. Questions or comments about these closures can be emailed to lking@statecollegepa.us.

Travel Restrictions on University Drive Between McCormick Avenue and Evergreen Road

On Tuesday, June 2, West Penn Power will be occupying University Drive between McCormick Avenue and Evergreen Road. Work will take place until 3 p.m. and will cause one travel lane and the sidewalk to be closed. Flaggers will be in place for assistance. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to West Penn Power by calling 814-389-6570.

Celebrate Juneteenth at 7th Annual Block Party

Celebrate Juneteenth at the seventh annual Juneteenth block party, Roots, Rhythm, and Resilience: Celebrating Our Legacy. Start the celebration off on Friday, June 19, with a Juneteenth Arts Exhibition at Woskob Family Gallery at 6 p.m. From noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, along the 100 block of Fraser Street, join in on the fun at the Block Party Celebration, featuring performers, vendors, and celebrations.

For more information, visit https://bit.ly/SCJuneteenth2026.

Graphic introducing the Bird of the Year Poetry Competition

2026 Bird of the Year Poetry Contest 🐦

Sustainable State College is seeking original poems celebrating the American Robin, the 2026 State College Bird of the Year. Centre Region residents are invited to submit poetry inspired by the robin and its impact on the community.

To enter, email entries to sustainablestatecollege@statecollegepa.us by Wednesday, June 24. Entries will be considered in three prize categories: Adult Poetry (18+), Teen Poetry (12–17), and Children’s Poetry (6–11) and will be displayed in the lobby of the Municipal Building. Submissions will be evaluated based on creativity and how well they capture the essence of the American Robin and its importance to the community.

Submission guidelines:

Any poetry style may be submitted, including haiku, limerick, and free verse
30-line limit
Must be a Centre Region resident to submit

Please note, by submitting, participants grant permission to the Borough of State College to share their work, with credit, in online and physical publications.

There will be a travel restriction on Atherton Street

Atherton Street Restriction for Calder Way Improvement Project

Beginning Tuesday, June 2, a one-lane restriction will be in place along South Atherton Street as the Calder Way Construction Project contractor continues installing sanitary sewer lines. On Tuesday, one northbound lane will be restricted, allowing traffic to continue northbound with one lane and southbound with two lanes.

On Wednesday, June 3, the contractor will restrict the two northbound lanes. The two southbound lanes will turn to one lane north and one south. This restriction will be in place on Wednesday, June 3, and Thursday, June 4. Flaggers and traffic-control signage will be in place during this time.

The Borough of State College’s Movies Under the Stars series is back this summer 🎬

Movies Under the Stars: Wicked

Ready for a night under the stars watching the big screen? Join the State College Borough for the Movies Under the Stars Series all summer long!

The Borough will be playing Wicked on Friday, June 12, starting at dusk at Sidney Friedman Park. Bring a comfy seat and enjoy a FREE movie. This event is open to all ages.

→ For more information, visit https://bit.ly/scbmovies.

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