Twilight Dinners 2025
You are invited to dine elegantly at traditional dinners or partake of adventurous lighter fare from March to October. If you are unable to attend an event this year, please consider supporting us through a donation to the the Twilight Dinners Fund. Your support will empower survivors and eliminate violence in Centre County.
Wednesday, May 21 • 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Field of Dreams
University Park
Hosted by Char Morett Curtiss and Sharon Herlocher
$125 per person*
Join legendary Penn State field hockey coach Char Morett Curtiss and State College Field Hockey Coach Sharon Herlocher for an amazing Twilight Dinner at the newly renovated and expanded Penn State Field Hockey Complex. Heavy hors d’oeuvres and cash bar will be featured. Morett-Curtiss retired from her position leading Nittany Lions field hockey after her 39th season as a collegiate head coach. Herlocher has an impressive coaching resume with State College, Penn State, Boston University, and club field hockey. She also co-owns Herlocher Foods and Ottis Properties. Morett Curtiss and Herlocher invite you to enjoy the views from the stadium and the comradery among friends as we celebrate all Penn State and Happy Valley has to offer. Make your reservation for the Field of Dreams Twilight Dinner today!
Sunday, June 1 • 6:00 pm
June Bloom
State College
Hosted by Laura and Sean Shadle
$125 per person*
Join Laura Shadle, Sean Shadle, and friends for a charming summer evening of flowery cocktails and delicious cuisine at the Pine Grove Hall on June 1st. The “June Bloom” dinner benefits Centre Safe and honors their work to support victims and empower survivors. Make your reservation for the June Bloom Twilight Dinner today!
Saturday, June 14 • 6:00 pm
South American Delight – SOLD OUT
State College
Hosted by Joy Vincent Killian and Richard Killian
$125 per person*
Join us for a culinary exploration of South America. Enjoy a gourmet dinner paired with beverages. Begin the evening at 6:00 pm on the deck with a garden tour, margaritas, and appetizers. Formal dinner seating at 7:00 pm and wine pairing during engaging conversation. Dietary restrictions or requirements can be accommodated.
Centre Safe has spent five decades devoted to supporting victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking in Centre County and beyond. Its clients include individuals of all ages, identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences.
Twilight Dinners are Centre Safe’s signature series of events each year–help us make 2025 dinners a smashing success…and support survivors at the same time!
These gourmet dinners are donated by the hosts. Of the $125 cost per guest, $85 is considered your tax-deductible gift to Centre Safe.
We will continue to add new dinner opportunities throughout the season. Please check back often to see new dinner options or sign up for Twilight Dinners updates via email. If you have questions about the Twilight Dinners or your reservation, please contact our office 814-238-7066 (Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm)