Benefit dance
The Tyrone indoor majorette boosters are holding a dance to benefit the majorettes this Saturday, February 24 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The dance will be at the American Legion. DJ Scott Rizzo will supply the music.
The majorette boosters would like to thank Tricia McNelis, Kelli Weleski and Greg Drane for their dedication and hard work. They are proud to have Ms. McNelis, Ms. Weleski and Mr. Drane bring a sample of what they have learned at PSU to this fine town. These individuals are positive role models and their work is unsurpassed.
The squad consists of 13 members – Co captains Ashley Cowher and Britany Koegler, Ashley Miller, Annie Daughenbaugh, Alyssa Cox, Elizabeth Kirkpatrick, Meghan Miller, Danielle Romano, Ashley Shuey, Logan Black, Kobi Noel, Christina Shultz and Christina Shuey.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Join in making prayer shawls for those in need. The meeting will be Saturday, February 24 at 10:30 a.m. at the Tyrone Church of the Brethren, located at the corner of Adams Avenue and 18th Street. Call Ellie with questions at 684-1771.
Presbyterians tackle temptation
At 10:30 a.m. worship on Sunday, February 25, the 82 members of Tyrone Presbyterian Church will take the first Sunday in Lent 2007 to tackle the topic of Christ’s forty day temptation in the wilderness.
This Sunday, why not “yield to a healthy temptation” to join Tyrone Presbyterians and Chaplain Mark Liller for a service of praise, prayer, and proclamation as they begin their 2007 Lenten journey that ultimately will lead believers to Christ’s cross and His empty tomb?
B-A Historical Society
The February meeting of the Bellwood-Antis Historical Society will be held on February 26 at 7 p.m. at the Bellwood Public Library.
Jodi Wallace will talk on birds. The public is invited.
TYBA final registration
Tyrone Youth Baseball Association will hold final registration for major and minor baseball leagues on Tuesday, February 27 at the Bull Pen Restaurant.
Any boy or girl born between may 1, 1994 and April 30, 2002 is eligible to play. Those registering must have an original copy of their birth certificate.
Those who did not turn in last year’s uniform are asked to bring it to registration.
Anyone with questions can contact Peggy Snyder, player agent, at 684-9604 or Jerry Shetler, President, at 684-2567.
Church of the Good Shepherd youth breakfasts
All sixth through 12th graders in the community are welcome to attend Church of the Good Shepherd\’s annual \”Lenten breakfasts\”. The Breakfast will be held each Wednesday until Easter, beginning February 28. Breakfast will be served at 7 a.m., and is held in the church social hall and includes lots of delicious home-cooking, along with a short time of reflection led by teens from different youth groups in the community. If you have questions, or if your youth group would like to help lead a \”reflection time\”, call the church office at 684-2472.
Soccer registration
This is the last chance for Spring 2007 Tyrone soccer registration. Interested individuals can register through February 28 at the Northern Blair County Recreation Center. Participants must have been born between August 1, 1992 and January 31, 2002. The season runs April 1 through June 3.
Anyone with questions can call Steve Lucas at 684-1218 or Kim Eaken at 684-3213.
TACM announces Lenten luncheon schedule
Tyrone Area Cooperative Ministries (TACM) has announced its Lenten luncheon series to be held each Wednesday, through March 28, in preparation of the celebration of Easter.
The Church of the Good Shepherd will once again host the Lenten luncheons beginning at noon each week with special music by Joan Smith.
On February 28 the message will presented by the Rev. Barry Neal of Christ United Methodist Church. The luncheon will be prepared by members of Wesley United Methodist Church.
The March 7 program is in charge of the Rev. Patricia Gable, pastor of the Port Matilda United Methodist Church. The meal will be prepared by members of the First Presbyterian Church.
The Rev. Joseph T. Orr of St. Matthew Catholic Church will be the speaker at the March 14 luncheon. The meal will be prepared by Quest Haven.
The Rev. Susan H. Yatta of the First English Lutheran Church will bring the message for the March 14 Lenten luncheon. Dinner will be served by members of the Bald Eagle United Methodist Church.
The cost of Lenten luncheon is $5 and persons planning to attend should notify their church office by Monday of each week. Also, persons attending are encouraged to bring along canned goods to be given to the Tyrone Food Bank.
Money realized from Lenten luncheons will benefit the Breaking Bread Ministries of the Church of the Good Shepherd.
Class of 1952
The Tyrone High School class of 1952 will hold a luncheon at Joe’s Place, Vail, on Thursday, March 1 at noon. All classmates and guests are welcome.
Fish fry/buffet dinners
The Warriors Mark United Methodist Church will host a series of fish fry/buffet dinners during Lent. The dinners will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 with varying menus. Children four and under eat for free. The Warriors Mark UM Church is handicapped accessible. Anyone with questions can contact the church office at 632-6906.
Friday fish dinners
A local Friday night tradition returns thanks to the Tyrone Community Partnership and Wesley United Methodist Church.
Fish, macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, dessert and beverage will be served at the Fellowship Hall of Wesley United Methodist Church for four Fridays during Lent.
Eat in or take out. Tickets will be available at the door. Dinners will be held Fridays from 5 to 7 p.m. on March 2, 23 and 30.
Children under five eat for free.
NARFE meeting
The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, Chapter 328, met February 9 at noon at King’s Restaurant, Altoona, for lunch and a business meeting.
It was reported that the annual Christmas dinner in Bellwood will be held as planned on December 14. The cost was also established. Helen Hanlon made a reservation at American Legion Park, Hollidaysburg, for the August picnic.
The next meeting will be at noon at King’s on Friday, March 9. All active and retired Federal employees and spouses are welcome.
