News & Announcements
Take the World Migratory Bird Day Pledge 🐦
Sustainable State College and the State College Bird Town Committee invite you to take action for World Migratory Bird Day!
World Migratory Bird Day, observed on Saturday, May 9, is a global campaign to protect migratory birds and the habitats they depend on. This year’s theme, “Every Bird Counts — Your Observations Matter!”, highlights how community action and everyday choices can support migratory birds.
Take part by reducing non-essential lighting on World Migratory Bird Day to help protect birds on their spring migration through the night. Sign the pledge to reduce artificial and unnecessary lighting from 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on World Migratory Bird Day.
Calder Way Improvement Project Phase 2 & 2A Community Update
This past week, the contractor for Phase 2, Terra Works, continued the installation of sanitary sewer lines from South Burrowes Street to Cresson Alley. Next week the installation of sanitary sewer lines will continue as well as the install of a storm structure and conduit. The current restrictions along South Burrowes Street will remain in place next week as work continues.
Phase 2A, the contractor, Glenn O. Hawbaker, will resume work on Wednesday, May 13. The contractor will have supplies delivered and begin work on stormwater upgrades and replacement. The Borough would like to remind those entering and exiting town, that Hetzel Street is closed from the intersection of East Calder Way to College Avenue, and East Calder Way to Wilson Alley.
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.
The Wednesday, May 13, CDBG/Citizens’ Advisory Committee meeting has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, at noon.
Upcoming Travel Restrictions on East Calder Way Between Sowers Street and Hetzel Street
On Tuesday, May 12, Landmark Urban Construction PA, LLC will be occupying East Calder Way between Sowers Street and Hetzel Street for asphalt work for The Mark State College. Work will take place between 7 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. and will cause one travel lane to be closed. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to Landmark Urban Construction PA, LLC by calling 570-847-1618.
Parking Changes -- Friday, May 8 - Monday, May 11
The Borough of State College Parking Department will not enforce the “No Parking 2 a.m. to 6 a.m.” and the one- and two-hour restrictions beginning at noon on Friday, May 8. Restrictions will be reinstated at 2 a.m. on Monday, May 11.
Lawn parking will not be permitted.
Please note that Pennsylvania Vehicle Code Violations will be strictly enforced:
- No parking on the sidewalk
- No parking within an intersection
- No parking on a crosswalk
- No parking within 20 feet of crosswalk at an intersection
- No parking 30 feet of a stop sign
- No parking more than 12 inches from the curb
- No parking against traffic
- No parking in front of driveway
- No parking anytime
Cars in violation of any of the above infractions will be subject to ticketing and towing.
All other non-PA Vehicle Code Violations will be strictly enforced, as well. On-street parking meters and parking lot meters are enforced from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Please contact the State College Parking Department at (814) 278-4769 with any further questions.
You're Invited to a Community Bike Ride 🚲
On Saturday, May 16, Sustainable State College and the Borough of State College Bicycle Ambassadors will host a 6.7-mile slow-paced family-friendly community bike ride.
Participants will gather at the Orchard Park Pavilion by the parking lot at 9:45 a.m. and the ride will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Participants will ride on designated shared-use paths, bike lanes, and bike routes in the Centre Region. All ages and abilities are welcome!
➡️ Registration for the bike ride is required, and can be completed up until 9:45 a.m. on Saturday, May 16. Register here!
Take the World Migratory Bird Day Pledge 🐦
Sustainable State College and the State College Bird Town Committee invite you to take action for World Migratory Bird Day!
World Migratory Bird Day, observed on Saturday, May 9, is a global campaign to protect migratory birds and the habitats they depend on. This year’s theme, “Every Bird Counts — Your Observations Matter!”, highlights how community action and everyday choices can support migratory birds.
Take part by reducing non-essential lighting on World Migratory Bird Day to help protect birds on their spring migration through the night. Sign the pledge to reduce artificial and unnecessary lighting from 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on World Migratory Bird Day.
Save the Date: Juneteenth 2026 Celebration Weekend
This year marks the seventh year that Juneteenth will be celebrated in State College with the theme "Roots, Rhythm, and Resilience: Celebrating Our Legacy." The celebration weekend will take place on Friday, June 19, and Saturday, June 20. The weekend will start with a Juneteenth Arts and Crafts Exhibition at Woskob Family Gallery at 6 p.m., followed by a Block Party on the 100 Block of Fraser Street on Saturday, June 20, from noon to 6 p.m.
For more information, visit here.