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Horoscope — Nov. 30

Sunday, Nov. 30 If the rumors are true, Venus was born when Saturn struck down his father, and the remnants of that celestial upheaval fell into the sea. From the chaos-mingled foam and divine essence, love and beauty were born. Now Venus sails into Sagittarius, reminding us that love is still a wild creation, born of upheaval and expanding through adventure, ever-seeking the horizon. Aries (March 21-April 19): Because of your goals, your love of learning and your emotional maturity, you may be drawn to someone older. The generational difference will favor you both, as you bring new ...

Chorale to perform two holiday concerts

In its 41st season, the Allegheny Chorale will present its annual holiday concert, “Sharing Christmas Joy.” The Chorale will perform two concerts: 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, at St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1407 Eighth Ave., Altoona, and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, at First Presbyterian Church, 13th Street and Logan Avenue, Tyrone. The concert opens with “How Great Our Joy,” a unique and challenging arrangement of a traditional carol that features accompanists Anna Myers and Susan Broadbent. Also presented in the first half is an arrangement of a Christmas favorite, “O ...

Holiday concerts

Courtesy photos The Hollidaysburg Area Senior High School Orchestra, Chamber String Ensemble and Concert Band Concert will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, at Hollidaysburg Area Senior High School. The Senior High Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Concert Choir Concert will be held at 7 p.m. ...

Hollidaysburg library sets Dec. programs

The Hollidaysburg Area Public Library has announced its activities for December. Please note the library’s special holiday hours. The library will close at 5 p.m. Dec. 23 and will be closed Dec. 24, 25 and 26 for the Christmas holiday. The library also will close at 5 p.m. on Dec. 29 and 30 and at 2 p.m. on Dec. 31. It will be closed Jan. 1 for New Year’s Day. - Canasta and Mah Jongg games are held at 11 a.m. Mondays. Beginners are welcome. - Maker Mondays are held all day Mondays in the Children’s Room. A station will be set up with a different craft, challenge or activity each ...

Cresson Public Library announces activities

Cresson Public Library has announced December and January activities. Pop-Up Craft Days: On Tuesdays, Dec. 2 and 16, children can stop by the library to make winter-themed DIY crafts. All materials and instructions are provided on the table in the children’s section. Story Time and Activity Hour: Story Time will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturdays, Dec. 13 and 27. The Safe Sitter Essentials will be holding another session in January due to the popularity. Date and time to be announced. Please contact Leah Johncola at the Cambria County Library now to be added to the January ...

Roaring Spring library sets December programs

Roaring Spring Community Library has announced its December programs. Library hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday. The library is closed on Fridays. For more information, email info@roaringspringlibrary.org or call 814-224-2994. The library will be closed Dec. 24 and 25 in observance of Christmas and Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 in observance of New Year’s. 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1 –– Christmas Wreath Workshop. Preregistration is required. There is a $25 fee for materials (cash or check made ...