Masontown News
Car show
The McClellandtown Volunteer Fire Co. and the Summit Mt. Early Iron Car Club will sponsor their 40th annual “Old Fashion Car Show” and hog roast on Sept. 11. The activities begin at 11 a.m. rain or shine at the firemen’s field in McClellandtown. Registration is by donation and the first 250 cars will receive a dash plaque. Call 724-737-5987 or 724-737-5010 for more info.
Date change
Due to the Labor Day Holiday, Masontown Matters will meet on the second Monday in September, Sept. 12. Plans will be finalized for the upcoming fall activities. Everyone is invited to attend.
Vendors needed
Anyone interested in showcasing their restaurant or looking for a chance to promote their musical talent, is invited to contact any officer of the Masontown Matters. This opportunity will coincide with the Farmers’ Market that is held every Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the German-Masontown Park. Officers can be contacted through the Masontown Matters website at www.masontownmatters.org.
Yard sale
Anyone interested in participating with a free interactive map for the community yard sale is invited to visit the Masontown Matters webpage at www.masontownmatters.org. The “Uptown, Downtown-All Around Masontown Community Yard Sale” will be held on Saturday, Sept. 17.
Dinner/dance
A community dinner/dance will be held on Nov. 12 at Dolfi’s Restaurant in Masontown.
Oldies Unlimited will be the featured entertainment and a roast beef dinner has been planned. Tickets will be available, check the Masontown Matters webpage for ticket information.
Moving day
German-Masontown Public Library will be closed through Sept. 5for the move into its new building. It will reopen Sept. 6. Details about the grand opening will be announced.
Holiday craft show
The Smithfield VFD Ladies Auxiliary will hold a holiday craft show Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration fee is $20 for the first table and $10 for each additional table. Any interested vendors may contact Renee Dillow at 724-564-0136 for information. Registrations will be accepted until September 10.
Pals’ Auxiliary
The Pals’ Club Ladies Auxiliary will be meeting Sept. 7 at 7 p.m. at the club. Chairman is Sue Schroyer and Betty Colebank will donate the $5 gift. Dues for 2012 are being accepted at this time.
Bus schedule
The Albert Gallatin Area School District Bus Schedule for 2011-12 can be found on the Albert Gallatin Area School District’s web site, www.albertgallatin.k12.pa.us. This will be located on the District’s Main Web Page. The schedule for 2011-12 can also be found on the Herald Standard’s web page www.heraldstandard.com in the online back-to-school section, which will be available at the end of August.
Class of 81
The German High School Class of 1981 will hold a reunion at 2 p.m. Sept. 17. Classmates and their families are invited to the German-Masontown Park for a barbecue. Each family is asked to bring a covered dish and avorite beverage. Email Ron Fisher at ronton64@yahoo.com for more information or to secure reservations.