WAYNE COUNTY, PA — The popular community chorus, The Wayne Choralaires, begins rehearsals for the 2014 Christmas concert series on Wednesday, September 3 from 8:30 to 10 p.m. in the Wesley Room of the Central United Methodist Church in Honesdale. Rehearsals will be held every Wednesday until the first concert on Sunday, November 30. All voice parts are needed, and there will be a number of solo opportunities. Being able to read music is not required.

Under the direction of Patricia Spoor, this winter’s concerts, titled “Noel, Noel,” will include a range of sacred and popular songs. A highlight will be the “Hallelujah Chorus” from Handel’s “Messiah.”

The Choralaires have been entertaining local audiences for over 40 years, and their Christmas concerts are a tradition in Wayne County. For further information, call 570/253-2104 or 570/253-2782.