Olde Fashioned Hymn Sing
First Assembly of God, 12th Street and Blair Avenue in Tyrone, will be having another “Olde Fashioned Hymn Sing” on Sunday, September 17, at 6:30 p.m. First Assembly’s Hymn sings have been very popular and well attended. All are invited to come and enjoy a free night of good gospel music.
Providing the special music on September 17 will be: Pastor and Donna Glunt, Idee Davis, Susan Bear, David Kaup, Norma Poullos, and “About Him Ministries” with Bill and Judy Jones.
TCP announces audition dates for A Christmas Caroled
The Tyrone Community Players will be the temporary inhabitants of the historic Mishler Theater for a creative, musical retelling of the classic Dickens’ ghost story.
With an original adaptation and score by Tyrone resident Will A. Jones, The TCP presented the premier of this seasonal spectacular in 1999.
Auditions for this wonderful holiday musical will be held in The Building, home of the TCP, located at 1019 Logan Ave., Tyrone on Sunday and Monday, September 17 and 18 at 7 p.m. Please be prepared with a vocal audition. An accompanist and CD player will be available for your use. If you do not have a prepared piece of music, a song from the show will be taught for your audition.
Performance dates for A Christmas Caroled, under the direction of Cindy Bennett and Karen Mayhew, are November 24-26 in the beautiful Mishler Theater in Altoona.
If you have any further questions or would like to peruse a script, phone Nancy Sloss, stage manager, at 684-5333 or the ArtsLine at 684-ART2. Auditions are open to all persons and the cast consists of the following, all of which are singing roles: seven male principle roles, six female principle roles, one child principle role and a wide range of ensemble roles, many with speaking and singing solos and duets, for performers of all ages.
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 Stolz 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
