Mr. and Mrs. Gary Zimmerman of Hollidaysburg recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They were married June 18, 1966, at St. Mary’s Church in Hollidaysburg. Mrs. Zimmerman, is the former Thelma Schaefer. The couple have four children: Lisa Snyder and husband Dave, Gary and ...
Courtesy photo Recently, the Hollidaysburg Veterans Home held a combined Flag Day/US Army’s Birthday/Women Veterans Day celebration for residents and family. Entertainment was provided by the Lindy Sisters from California who sing 40’s and 50’s music in the style of the Andrew and ...
The Hollidaysburg Area Public Library has announced its activities for July. The library will be closed on July 3, 4 and 5 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. n Canasta and Mah Jongg games are held at 11 a.m. on Mondays. Beginners are welcome. n Needlework & Arts Group is held at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Bring your own materials and projects for this crafting club intended for adults. n Twisted Stitchers meet from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Bring your own project, yarn and hooks; spend time with other crafters. n Paws to Read will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July ...
Altoona chess tournament starts July 9 The first round of the 2026 Altoona City Chess Tourament will begin on July 9, with the final round on Aug. 6. Registration fee is $15 with all money going toward prizes. These will be unrated games (five round Swiss system with one round per week). Games may be played during the regular meeting of the Altoona Chess Club at the Altoona Area Public Library from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., or at any other time before the next round. To register or for more information, call Don at 801-735-6600 or visit www.altoonachessclub.com. Championship ...
Courtesy photo At a recent meeting, officers of the William Penn Association, Branch 800, Altoona, voted to participate in the “America250” celebration by giving a donation to Fort Roberdeau. Branch president Dennis Greiner (left) presented the check to Glenn Nelson, director of the ...
