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.
Allegheny Chorale looking for new members
The Allegheny Chorale is beginning its new season and is looking for men and women and Sr. High students who just love to sing. There are no auditions – just come and join the other members on September 19 at the chorus room at the Tyrone Area High School. Practice begins at 7 p.m. and ends at 9 p.m. Allegheny Chorale will accept new members until October 3. For additional information, call 684-0516.
Class of 1955
The Tyrone Area High School Class of 1955 will hold its monthly get together on Wednesday, September 20 at 12:30 p.m. at Joe’s Place in Vail. Classmates, spouses and friends are invited.
Sinking Valley Road litter cleanup
Volunteers are needed for road litter cleanup crew for upper and lower Sinking Valley. Meet at the Sinking Valley Fire Hall or the Grange at 5 p.m. to pick up gloves, bags, and safety vests. The date is Wed., Sept. 20 and the rain date is Wed., Sept. 27. For more information call Jody Wallace at 684-2425 or John Stoltz at 944-6695.
Tyrone Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic Outing
The Tyrone Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic Outing will be held Thursday, September 21 at Sinking Valley Country Club. Four-person scramble with a noon shotgun start. There will be a beverage and snack cart all day. There will be T-shirts, prizes, contests and more. Looking for hole sponsors, door prizes and teams or individuals. Call the Chamber office at 684-0736.
Class of 1950
THS Class of 1950 will hold their regular monthly meeting on Thursday, September 21 at noon at Joe’s Place. Members, spouses and friends are welcome.
Chicken barbecue
A chicken barbecue dinner will be held at the Tyrone Masonic Lodge on Saturday, September 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dinner will be served with applesauce, baked beans, a roll and butter.There will be a limited number of walk-ins. Eat in or take out. Benefits the Tyrone Masonic Hall Association.
Sporting Clays Fun Shoot
Sporting Clays Fun Shoot to benefit Future Farmers of America will be held Sunday, September 24 beginning at noon. Fifty targets Lewis Class.
Celebrating 78 years of FFA, proceeds will be used for FFA projects and scholarships.
There is a fee to enter. Options, shooting games and lunch will be available. Trophies will be awarded by Lewis Class.
For more information about shoot or station sponsorship, call the Ag Class at 684-4240 or Warriors Mark Wingshooting Lodge and Kennels at 814-378-8380. Or, visit www.warriorsmark.com.
Brungart Family Singers
The Brungart Family of singers from Howard will present a Gospel music concert at the Spring Mount Church of the Brethren on Sunday evening, September 24 at 7 p.m. The family has been touring for many years.
There is no admission charge but an appreciation offering will be taken. The church is located one mile north of Warriors Mark on Ridge Road. Come and enjoy the evening.
For Railroad fans!
A special, private-car train will pass through Tyrone by way of the Nittany Bald Eagle Branch on Sunday, September 24 and is expected to arrive near the Tyrone Station around 3:30 p.m. A short time later, the passenger railcars will be split into two sections — westbound and eastbound — to travel on the main line. Keep watching for more information.
B-A Historical Society
A meeting and picnic for the Bellwood-Antis Historical Society will be held Monday, September 25 at 6 p.m. at the home of Joann Patterson, 411 N. First Street, Bellwood.
Call 742-8312 for more information. Bring an item of historical interest.
DCWV
The September meeting of the Descendants of Civil War Veterans will take place on Wednesday, September 27 at 7 p.m. at the Bellwood-Antis Public Library. The presenter will be Mr. Bob Broadwater who will speak on the history of the 62nd Regiment, Company M of the Pennsylvania Volunteers and what has become of their flag. The public is invited to attend.
Bellwood Eagles Auxiliary
Bellwood Eagles Auxiliary will hold their birthday dinner on September 27 at 6 p.m. Bring a covered dish, table service and one guest.
Class of 1952
The Tyrone High School class of 1952 will hold a luncheon at Joe’s Place, Vail, on Thursday, September 28 at noon. All classmates and guests are welcome.
Farm/City Day
Rotary Club of Tyrone’s 23rd annual Farm/City Day will be held Saturday, September 30 at Reservoir Park from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Reservations for booths are now being accepted, including food, crafts, display or promotional. Call Bud Boom at 931-9152 for more information. There will be a live petting zoo, entertainment, food, hay wagon rides and fun. Tickets for the chicken barbecue can be purchased in advance from any Rotarian, Kelly Wike’s State Farm office or the Tyrone Area Chamber of Commerce office.
TACO youth football competition
TACO will be holding a youth football competition on Sunday, October 1 at Ferner Field. Sign up will be at 1 p.m. and the competition will start at 2 p.m. The age groups for boys and girls are five to six; seven to eight; nine to 10 and 11 to 12. Please wear sneakers only, no cleats. Rain date will be October 8.
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 October 12, November 9 and December 14.
Octoberfest
Octoberfest will be held at the Warriors Mark United Methodist Church on Saturday, October 21 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Artisans, crafters and vendors are wanted to sell their artwork, crafts, handwork, etc. Registration deadline for table space is October 13. Call 632-6906.
TACO Halloween parade
TACO Halloween parade will be held Tuesday, October 17 at 6 p.m. Registration for the costume judging will start at 4:30 p.m. at the Tyrone highway Dept. Parade line up will begin at 5 p.m. in front of the Highway Dept.
If interested in taking part in the parade, call Tim Kirkpatrick at 684-0704. The rain date will be October 24.
Tyrone Business and Career Expo
The Tyrone Business and Career Expo, BAH and New Middle School tour, sponsored by the Tyrone Area Chamber of Commerce and the Tyrone Area High School will be held Thursday, October 19 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Tyrone Area High School cafeteria. Lunch will be available. Any student and/or the public may attend.
To participate, call Laurie Cowfer at 684-6025 or the Chamber office at 684-0736.
Light the Night
Mom and dad, kids of all ages come to “Light the Night”, October 26, from 6-8 p.m. “Light the Night” is a safe and supervised Halloween night environment. Games, prizes, puppets, face painting, candy, hotdogs, hot popcorn and beverages, all will be provided free. “Light the Night” will be in the parking lot behind Burger King, and is sponsored by First Assembly of God Church.
Master Beekeeper
Master Beekeeper will make educational and informative presentation 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.
