Public walking
Public walking at the Tyrone High School has once again started for the winter season. Walkers are invited to walk Monday through Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. There will be no walking when school is not in session. Running is not permitted. Children must be supervised. Rubber-tired strollers only.
Nami Blair meeting
Nami Blair (National Alliance of the Mentally Ill) will meet November 7 at 7 p.m. at 701 Quail Avenue Altoona. \”Living with Mental illness\” will include discussion as to why is society unable to accept my mental illness? Will I always be subject to ridicule and why do I face fear, rejection discrimination. If this sounds like you, than this meeting is a must. Acceptance of mental illness does not mean we like it, but having a mental disorder is no different than having any other illness. Mental illness is a devastating disease that affect hundreds of children and adults in Blair County. Nami Blair County is comprised of persons with mental illness and their families, friends, and professional, all of whom are dedicated to improving the lives of and services to persons who must learn to cope every day. For further information call 942-4779.
AARP class
Reduce your auto insurance by five percent the next three years by attending two, four hour classroom sessions. Learn how to avoid driving hazards and learn about updates to the latest traffic laws. There is not a test. To qualify for the insurance discount, participants must be 55-years-old and both husband and wife need to attend if they are on the same policy. Classes will be held at Epworth Manor on November 7 and 8 from 6 to 10 p.m. Contact Melissa Harpster at 686-2650 for enrollment. Space is limited. This is the last class until spring.
Niagara Falls and Casino
A Niagara Falls and casino bus trip, sponsored by St. Matthew’s Catholic Church will be held November 8 and 9. For more information, call Leona Haag at 684-2368.
Woman’s Club open house
The Woman’s Club of Tyrone is holding an open house on Wednesday, November 8 at 7 p.m. at Wendy’s Joybeans and Bakery. The Woman’s Club of Tyrone was chartered in 1954 and the goals of the organization are similar to what they were 50 years ago, to give back to the community.
Chicago Rivet retirees
The Chicago Rivet retirees will hold their monthly breakfast at Joe’s Place at 8:30 a.m. Meetings are scheduled for the rest of the year, including November 9 and December 14.
Holiday bazaar
A holiday bazaar, yard sale and country store to benefit Tyrone Chapter No. 288 OES will be held Nov. 11 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Tyrone Masonic Hall. There will be Christmas and household items along with clothing in good condition. There will be something for everyone.
Craft show
Wesley United Methodist Church is hosting a craft show on Saturday, November 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Hot dogs and sauerkraut, ham barbecue, sloppy joes, chili, ham and bean soup, soda and coffee will be provided by the United Methodist women. Orders will also be taken for nine-inch pies from the Pie Shop. Questions or pie orders are being handled through the church office. Call 684-3341.
Church bazaar
The Tyrone Church of the Brethren will hold a church bazaar on Saturday, November 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a rummage sale, baked goods and bean soup by the quart. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Besides bean soup there will be sloppy joes, hot dogs and sauerkraut and homemade pies.
Theme basket auction
The Christ United Methodist Church, 14th Street & Pa. Avenue Tyrone, is hosting a Theme Basket Auction on Sunday November 12. It will be held in the Education Unit of the Church beginning at 1 p.m. Church members are busy creating wonderful baskets, in a wide variety of themes, for the event. The Church members would like to invite all to come & enjoy. Bring a friend or two. Light refreshments will be available. Proceeds will benefit the Ways & Means Committee and ongoing projects at the Church.
\”Mortgage Burning Service\”
First Assembly of God, 12th St., and Blair Avenue, Tyrone, is now debt free, this only eleven years after their new building was erected in 1995. A mortgage burning service will be held Sunday, November 12, at 10:30 a.m. The special speaker for this service will be Rev. Stephen Tourville, Superintendent of the Pennsylvania Delaware District of the Assemblies of God. The public is invited to attend this service of celebration.
Holiday bazaar
A holiday bazaar will be held at the Warriors Mark Fire Hall, Route 550, on Saturday, November 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be crafts, baked goods and homemade soup. Lunch will be available.
Thrive!
Thrive! is a radical praise and worship gathering for youth and young adults in Tyrone and the region. Thrive! is scheduled for November 18 at 7 p.m. at Joshua House with Ron DePriest ministering. Thrive! is also scheduled for December 15 at 7 p.m. at Joshua House with Tony Barboza ministering.
Special music
The Jacobs Brothers of Dillsburg will appear at Trinity United Methodist Church in Bellwood on November 18 at 7 p.m. The Jacobs Brothers, veterans of gospel music, are dedicated to the ministry of spreading the Gospel through music. Since 1962 the group has traveled millions of miles, produced more than 50 albums and hosted many international tours.
Cheese balls
The United Methodist Women of the Bald Eagle United Methodist Church are currently taking orders for cheeseballs. Orders are due by November 19.
Pick up will be at the Church Fellowship Hall on Thursday, November 30 after 4 p.m.
Order by calling: Dot Spanelli at 684-2510; Betty Cowfer at 684-3767; Pat DeArment at 684-4548 or Eleanor O’Brien at 686-0562.
Olde Fashioned Hymn sing
First Assembly of God Church, 12th St. and Blair Avenue, will be putting on another one of its very popular Olde Fashioned Hymn Sings on Sunday, November 19 at 6:30 p.m. As always, it’s free and the public is welcome to come and hear the great Gospel music.
Community Thanksgiving Dinner
The Community Thanksgiving Dinner sponsored by Joshua House and the Salvation Army will be held at Joshua House, 123 West 10th St., November 21 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Take-outs are available. For more information, call Joshua House at 684-2032.
Thanksgiving eve service at WMUMC
Crisp blue sky days. The faintly sweet smell of wood smoke. Choosing the perfect pumpkin. The greatest joy is noticing the small things, and giving thanks. This season, bring the family and join in at the Warriors Mark United Methodist Church for a time of thanksgiving. Rediscover the contentment that only comes through a grateful heart. WMUMC is celebrating Thanksgiving with a Community Thanksgiving Eve Service on Wednesday, November 22 at 7 p.m. Guest speaker for the evening will be Vance Hart from the Spruce Creek UM Church. Anyone with questions can contact the church office at 632-6906. The WMUMC is handicapped accessible.
High Tea at Trinity Episcopal Church
Purple Iris, one of the last of artist Andy Moore’s water colors, will be featured at the third annual High Tea at the Trinity Episcopal Church. The gorgeous painting, which is 15 inches by 25 inches, will be offered in a raffle. The painting was previously on display at the Tyrone Hospital and was left to the church by Andy to use as a fundraiser. Andy, who died in late May, was a well-known artist previously living in Birmingham. This is the last of Andy’s works to be offered to the public.
The popular high tea will take place on December 2 at 4 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church on Washington Avenue. Tickets for this event are sold out, but individuals are still encouraged to purchase chances for the original painting by Andy Moore. Tickets for chances may be obtained from any church member or by calling Honey Wilson at 684-2055.
B-A AARP
The Bellwood-Antis AARP Chapter No. 1063 will hold its Christmas party Wednesday, December 13, at the Trinity United Methodist Church at noon. Tickets go on sale at the November 8 AARP meeting at 1 p.m. or by calling 742-7276 or 742-7882. The last day for tickets are December 9.
Anyone may come to the Christmas dinner. Those attending are asked to bring a food item for the food bank. The next AARP meeting is Wednesday, January 10 at the Bellwood-Antis Senior Center at 1 p.m.
Tyrone Renaissance
The Tyrone Middle and High School Renaissance would like to encourage grandparents to come and help out with the sundae bars for the students’ good grades. If interested, please call 684-4240 ext. 1.
Master Beekeeper
Master Beekeeper will make educational and informative presentations to a class or group on honeybees and beekeeping. For more information, call 684-1783.
Bible study class
The Tyrone Church of the Brethren has added a Saturday morning Bible study to its educational opportunities. The class is held from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome.
Preschool openings
A Child’s Garden Preschool, located at the Tyrone Church of the Brethren, has a few openings for children ages three to five-years-old, for the 2006-07 school year.
There is available extended hours before and after preschool. For more information, call Mrs. Deihl at 946-1886 or Mrs. Kobuck at 684-2509.
Tyrone Salvation Army now open
The Tyrone Salvation Army is now open at its new location at 908 Pennsylvania Avenue, Tyrone. It’s open Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The Tyrone Salvation Army always accepts clothing and food items. It also accepts appliances, bedding, etc. It is currently in need of children’s clothing.
Monetary contributions can be mailed to: Salvation Army Service Center, P.O. Box 142 Tyrone, PA 16686 and can also be dropped off at the 908 Pennsylvania Avenue location. The phone number is 684-1664.
Home Nursing Agency holds grief support group
Home Nursing Agency is holding a grief support group designed for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Join the Agency’s grief counselors as they discuss and share with others who are experiencing similar situations.
The group will meet the first Sunday of the month from 4 – 5 p.m. through December 3. The meetings will be held in Altoona at Home Nursing Agency’s office located at 215 Lakemont Blvd., by the Casino. Parking is available in ‘Lot D’. For more information or directions, contact Judy Lankes or Kim Merritts at Home Nursing Agency, 949-6784.
WMUMC Preschool
The Warriors Mark United Methodist Church Preschool, located at 1840 Centre Line Rd., Warriors Mark, is now enrolling students for the 2006-07 school year. The preschool provides a loving, creative learning environment for a child’s first preschool experience.
Programs are offered for three, four and five-year-olds, which runs September through May. Three-year-olds attend class two days a week on Tuesday and Thursday and four and five-year-olds attend class three days a week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Classes are held from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Call 632-6906 for more information or to obtain a registration packet.
Singles 45 Plus
Singles 45 Plus meets every third Tuesday of the month. Interested individuals are invited to come for a meal and to socialize. Those attending would be responsible for their dinner, drinks or desserts.
Meetings are held at King’s Restaurant, 6th Avenue and 31st Street.
Breaking Bread Ministry
The Church of the Good Shepherd wants those within the community and surrounding areas to know that Breaking Bread Ministry is on-going, not just during the Lenten season.
One has only to inquire at the church or call 684-1955 between 9 a.m. and noon during the week to confirm Breaking Bread Ministry is open to all and eager to support those who request this service.
The Church of the Good Shepherd has selected this ministry as a way to provide assistance, and is finding that Breaking Bread Ministry is becoming of growing interest throughout the area.
