Guest speaker
There will be a guest speaker on Tuesday, September 26 at 7 p.m. in the Wesley Long Community Room of the Tyrone-Snyder Public Library.
The speaker is Bob Broadwater who will discuss one of his recent books, “Four Civil War Diaries by Pennsylvania Soldiers”.
Broadwater has written 12 books and more than 100 magazine articles dealing with the Civil War and the Revolution. He lives in Bellwood.
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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 1944
The Tyrone High School class of 1944 will hold a luncheon at Joe’s Place, Vail, on Wednesday, September 27 at noon. All classmates and guests are welcome.
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.
Sprouting Readers program
The Sprouting Readers program will start Thursday, September 28 at 6:30 p.m. This will continue each Thursday evening through November 2.
This program is a non-traditional story time for children of working caregivers unable to attend regularly scheduled storytimes at the library.
There is no registration, just bring your children.
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.
B.E. Sportsmen Turkey Shoots
The turkey shoots at the Bald Eagle Sportsmen will be starting on Wednesday, October 4. Starting time will be at 7:30 p.m. Please note the shoots are now on Wednesday nights. The Sportsmen is located on Rt. 350 about one mile from the intersection at Snappy’s. Look for the Sportsmen sign on the right.
The kitchen will be open for a light snack. Anyone with questions should call Tim at 684-5045.
Buffet dinner
The Warriors Mark United Methodist Church will host a buffet dinner on Friday, October 6 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. The dinner will feature roast pork, chicken casserole supreme, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, butter peas, tossed salad, applesauce, roll and ice cream with toppings. Children ages four-years-old and under eat for free.
The Warriors Mark UM Church is handicapped accessible. Anyone with questions can contact the church office at 632-6906.
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.
New York City bus trip
A bus trip to New York City is scheduled for Saturday, October 21, sponsored by Mountain Laurel Daycare and Preschool. Call 742-0858 for details.
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.
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 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.
