Imagine living in “Happy Valley”, the name given to State College, PA by the people who live there. Others agree. The magazine, Psychology Today, ranked the city as one of the least stressful places in the US. Furthermore, Kiplinger Magazine rated the city as one of the 50 Smart Places to Live; while Sperling’s Best Places has ranked the city the No. 1 safest small city in America.
Penn State fan? Mount Nittany is a Penn State University landmark. The athletic teams and the mascot of the school, the Nittany Lion, are named in honor of the mountain and its history. According to Penn State folklore, Nit-A-Nee is the name of an Indian maiden whose lover, Lion’s Paw, was killed. Nit-A-Nee enfolded him into her arms and carried his body back to the center of the Valley where she laid him in his grave and built a mound of honor over his strength. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Nittany
Happy Valley has it all. Enjoy a concert or show at the Bryce Jordan Center. www.statecollege.com/performances/ . Get outside and find your next great adventure – archery, camping, golf, boating, or skiing. www.statecollege.com/outdooradventure/ Like music? In the August issue of Rolling Stone Magazine, State College received honorable mention in best music scenes throughout the country. Bands formed in State College include The Imperial Orgy, Cootie Brown, and Katsu. www.statecollege.com/music/
Downtown State College is a unique place to live, work, play and relax. This people-centric community is one you won’t want to miss. www.downtownstatecollege.com/
