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Local Atmosphere

Quick Stats

Fun Local Trivia
  1. In the past, Grove City was a leading manufacturer of carriages, gas engines, foundry products, motor trucks, and steam engines.
  2. As of the 2000 census, Grove City Borough has a total population of 8,024—25 percent of which are Grove City undergrads.
  3. Grove City was home to one of the first "Odd Fellows" homes. In modern times the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs have been in the forefront of nearly all organizations in helping to make this world a better place in which to live. They are associated with the free masons, but not as underground. The houses are located on Orchard Drive.
  4. The Grove City outlet mall is rated as one of the top 20 outlet centers in the United States by Value Retail News (August 2004).
  5. Grove City is home to one of the most spectacular Fourth of July celebrations in the state of Pennsylvania.
Local Slang
  • Fives: To call "fives" on one's seat would entail that someone wishes for their seat to remain occupied for the next five minutes until they return.
  • Gumband: A rubber elastic band
  • Pop: What many locals call their soft drinks
  • The Rock: Neighboring Slippery Rock University, just down the road from GCC
Points of Interest
  • Grove City Outlet Malls
  • McConnell’s Mill
  • Moraine State Park
  • North Country Brewing Co.
  • Stoneboro Lake

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Grove City is a safe, small town surrounded by the rural landscape of Western Pennsylvania. Well protected from the bustle of an urban environment, it has existed as a dry town since the prohibition days. While the town recently decided not to re-introduce alcohol, it does plan to beautify a somewhat shabby Main Street. Understandably, the few students who are desperate for a little nightlife or bar life find Grove City a bit of a drag. Likewise, Grovers who need a taste of arts and culture sometimes jump in the car for a short 60-mile road trip south to Pittsburgh.

Despite the deficit of local hotspots, students can find a myriad of banks, beauty shops, and churches within walking distance from campus. Grove City businesses, especially local beauty shops, target their temporary neighbor-patrons and often mail students special discounts. Student shop-a-holics discover early on that the Grove City area will support their habit. The Grove City Prime Outlets, just a couple miles down the road, offer shopping at 140 outlet stores. Students should try at least one movie at the Guthrie—a retro single-screen theater just a 10-minute walk from their dorm rooms. While campus security discourages students from jogging unattended, Grovers frequently take advantage of nearby running paths without any qualms. Students also explore local service opportunities at nursing homes, schools, and a juvenile detention center. Sometimes, Grovers get to enjoy a home environment—usually through their local church or friendly professor.

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Local Atmosphere at Grove City College

Ephesians13

Spanish Language and Literature '13

3.5
B

Very Small Town

The town of Grove City had about 8,000 residents the last time I checked, so it definitely has a small-town feel. However, there are various restaurants in town, with some nicer ones between 10 and 15 minutes away. There is also an outlet mall right in town. Right next to campus is an old-school movie theater with one screen and cheap tickets. Pittsburgh is an hour away, which isn't bad. The town is extremely safe and locals seem to be appreciative of students.

Apr 09, 2012

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webertj1

Business '13

2.3
C

Grove City Area

If you like small towns with nothing to do, then Grove City is for you! Although, you probably will not have much free time with how rigorous the academics are...But, if you do find some time to escape your books, you're in luck! Grove City is known for their outlet mall. It is really fun especially when you have a ton of money to spend, but most college students don't...with tuition and all. But, all in all, this town is very friendly and very small.

Mar 06, 2012

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randomcollegestudent

Education '15

3.5
B

You Have to Get Creative

There isn't much to do in the town of Grove City, PA so you have to invent your own fun. The Grove City Outlets are a short drive and many people go there to shop. The school also holds plenty of events to keep the students preoccupied.

Jan 03, 2012

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User rating for Grove City College - Local Atmosphere is 3.5 out of 5 based on 23 user reviews.

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Facts

Shopping Centers Grove City Prime Outlets
Major Sports Teams
  • Pittsburgh Penguins: hockey
  • Pittsburgh Pirates: baseball
  • Pittsburgh Steelers: football
City Web Sites www.shopgrovecity.com
Distances to Nearest Major Cities
  • Philadelphia: PA: 5 hours
  • Pittsburgh: PA: 1 hour

Movie TheatersWhat's This?

Guthrie Theater
232 South Broad St.
Grove City
(724) 458-0900

Regal Cinemas
300 Moraine Pointe Plaza
Butler
(724) 282-0800

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