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Join The State College Young Professionals for a leisurely walk-through Tom Tudek Memorial Park where you will discover common trees, their beneficial environmental impact, learn the basics of plant identification and basic botany terms. The walk offers an opportunity to connect with nature, ask questions, and observe the details that make each tree species unique.

The approximately 0.5-mile walk will take place on asphalt and/or gentle paths. Restrooms nearby. Please wear comfortable shoes.

Although not part of the tour you will also have the opportunity to view the Snetsinger Butterfly Garden, a unique attraction at Tom Tudek Memorial Park. For years, the Snetsinger Butterfly Garden has been a safe and thriving habitat for more than 30 resident species of butterflies. Thanks to the work of dedicated volunteers such as the Centre County Master Gardeners, the Butterfly Garden at Tudek Park has developed into a place to view beautiful butterflies and plant species in their native habitat.

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Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 11:00 am
* Raincheck Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025 at 11:00 am

Length: Approximately 90 minutes

Location: Tom Tudek Memorial Park, 400 Herman Drive, State College, PA 16801

Herman Drive provides direct access to the parking area. Meet at the picnic tables under the trees near the entrance to the walking path.

The tour will be led by Tim Damico, Centre County Master Gardener and 1980 Penn State graduate of Horticultural Science with an emphasis on Ornamentals and Weed Science. His agri-business career spanned over 40 years working with working with major agri-chemical, fertilizer, and biopesticide companies. Tim is a contributor to numerous Master Gardener Programs including the Ag Progress Day Demo Gardener, Mt Nittany Middle School Program, Home Grown, Penn State Tomato Trials and serves as a mentor to new trainees. Tim also serves on the Master Gardener Program Advisory Committee (PAC) and the Centre County Ag Council, an advocacy team for the College of Agricultural Science and Penn State Extension.

We will be visiting the J.L. Farm & Cidery on June 27th to check out their awesome outdoor space and grab some drinks! This is a FREE event, but 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻-𝘂𝗽 𝘀𝗼 𝘄𝗲 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁: https://forms.gle/u7A54mg8j7ZfEkt7A

The venue is hosting a food truck and live music. SCYP will grab a table or two. This will be an informal get-together to chat and check out the drink options. Just look for the blue SCYP tabletop sign – the same one you would see at our monthly Sips Social! Note: SCYP will NOT cover the cost of any food/drinks.

Address: 3392 Shingletown Rd, State College, PA 16801

Date/Time: Friday, June 27th at 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Join us on Wednesday, June 4th at Primanti Bros for our monthly Sips social!

THIS IS AN OPEN EVENT – no invite needed!

Address: 130 Hiester Street, State College, PA 16801

Date/Time: Wednesday, June 4th at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

About Sips:
Sips is a chance for you to network with new folks, catch up with old friends, and learn about the many upcoming SCYP events. Bring your friends or co-workers with you, it’s a great time for all. Our Sips socials typically have 35-40 attendees.

Non-Members:
Not a member? Just want to test drive SCYP for a night? Stop on by! Non-members may attend Sips for $8. Participate in a Sips and you’ll get a chance to meet with current members, board members, and see what SCYP can offer you. By the end of Sips if you would like to become a member, you may apply your $8 to the cost of your membership!

Members:
Card-carrying SCYP members get in free to our monthly Sips events and enjoy many perks throughout the year. Have you gotten your 2025 SCYP membership yet? You can get it here: https://square.link/u/LK4UilW0