The Stroller, April 17, 2022: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Springdale students to present ‘Wizard of Oz’

The drama department of Springdale Jr.-Sr. High School will present the musical, “The Wizard of Oz,” at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. April 24 in the high school auditorium, 501 Butler Road, Springdale.

Admission is $12 and district Gold Cards will be honored. Advance ticket sales will be online at ShowTix4u.com Monday through Thursday. The box office will be open for in-person, cash-only ticket sales at 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday.

Volunteers sought for annual Tarentum clean-up day

A clean-up day will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in Tarentum, as part of the Great American Cleanup.

Volunteers are needed to help in the project. Community and civic associations, schools and youth groups, clubs, businesses and sports teams are welcome.

To offer your time, meet at 9:45 a.m. at the amphitheater in Riverview Memorial Park, First Avenue. Gloves, garbage bags and vests will be provided. For details, contact Carrie at 724-448-1470 or cfox@tarentumboro.com.

Memorial Day parade participants welcome

The annual Leechburg Memorial Day parade will begin at 10 a.m. May 30.

All veterans, in uniform or not, active-duty units, high school and local bands, church groups, fraternal organizations, scouts, fire and ambulance companies, and other interested groups are invited to participate. For details, contact Doreen Smeal at 724-448-4188 or doreen.smeal@gmail.com.

Calendar

Bethel

Wednesday: The Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek will offer a workshop to make your own succulent dish garden at 6 p.m. at the center, 142 Kerr Road. Cost: $30, includes all materials, light snacks and beverages. Reservations required. Reservations by credit card: City Grows, 412-235-7721.

April 23: The Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek will offer a hands-on program for families with children who are at least 7 years old, “Leap Into Herpetology,” at 11 a.m. at the center, 142 Kerr Road. Naturalist April Claus will discuss the reptiles and amphibians of Pennsylvania. Donations will be accepted. Reservations required. Reservations: armstrongcenter.org/odc-events.

Brackenridge

Wednesday: Al-Anon will meet at 8 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 847 10th Ave. The group offers help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics.

Buffalo Township 

April 28: Zion United Methodist Church will host a community blood drive from 1 to 7 p.m. in the church Family Life Center, 438 Bear Creek Road. Appointments recommended. Bring ID. Appointments: 412-209-7000 or visit donateblood.centralbloodbank.org and click on the Schedule Now or New Donor buttons. Search for group code C664.

Cadogan

April 23: Cadogan Centennial Committee will host a pulled pork sandwich dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. in the township hall, 333 First Ave. Menu: pulled pork sandwich, scalloped potatoes, coleslaw and dessert, $12. Reservations required by Wednesday. Reservations: David, 724-902-7287 or Jeanne, 724-902-7156.

Freeport

April 25: St. Mary, Mother of God Church will host a card party and game board social from 6:30 to 10 p.m. in the church fellowship hall, 610 High St. Cost: $10, includes salad buffet, refreshments and door/table prizes. There will be a 50/50 raffle. Men are welcome to bring their poker friends. Reservations and details: Carol, 724-316-1204.

Harrison

Tuesday: The Who Knew? program at Community Library of Allegheny Valley will present, “Remembering Stores Gone – Isaly’s” at 6 p.m. online at Zoom.us. Author Brian Butko will be the speaker. In-person attendance is sold out. Reservations required. Reservations: call 724-226-3491 or visit the tab at alleghenyvalleylibrary.org.

Tuesday: A Seniors for Safe Driving class will be offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Harrison High-rise, 2006 Broadview Blvd., Natrona Heights. The class is PennDOT approved and for drivers who are at least 55 years old. Safe drivers can receive a 5 percent discount on auto insurance for three years. Cost: $16. Sponsored by Rep. Carrie Lewis DelRosso. Details and registration: 724-283-0245 or seniorsforsafedriving.com.

Thursday: The PriorityCare program of Allegheny Valley Hospital will host a free seminar, “The Importance of Colorectal Screening: A Surgeon’s View,” at 6 p.m. in the Charles W. Young Conference Center at the hospital, 1301 Carlisle St., Natrona Heights. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-226-7339.

May 21: Harrison Township Recreation board is seeking owners of commercial and non-commercial vehicles to participate in its third annual touch-a-truck event planned at Highlands High School, Natrona Heights. Details: Natalie Cale, 724-448-6588 or nmcajka@yahoo.com.

Leechburg

Monday: Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company will host bingo at 7 p.m. at the firehall, 268 Canal St. Doors open at 5 p.m. The kitchen will be open.

Monday: The Leechburg Area Museum and Historical Society, 118 First St., is closed for winter. To arrange a private tour, email lamahs@windstream.net or call 724-845-8914 and leave a message.

April 30: A paint night to benefit veterans’ charity Five Forces will be from 6 to 8 p.m. at Leechburg Volunteer Firehall, 268 Canal St. Cost: 4-foot welcome sign, $45; or a noodle board, $65, all supplies provided. BYO drinks. Must be at least 21. Reservations required. Reservations: Jodie, 412-216-9511 or Mandy, 724-882-9852.

May 7: Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company is accepting vendor applications for an outdoor craft show. Cost: $25 for a 12 x 12-foot space. No electricity available. Bring your own table, chairs and tent. Details: Melissa, 724-332-9090.

Lower Burrell

Monday: Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary will meet at 7 p.m. in the post banquet room, Wildlife Lodge Road. Volunteers are needed to work the May 7 Poppy Day event. New members are encouraged to attend.

May 5: VCA Valley Veterinary Hospital, 853 Falcon Park Road, Lower Burrell, will host a Vitalant blood drive – for humans – from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday at the hospital. The blood mobile will be on site. Appointments are recommended. Appointments: 412-209-7000 or visit Vitalant.org and use group code P915.

New Kensington

Monday: The Community Clothes Closet, 1129 Kenneth Ave., will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. First-time customers receive 15 free items. Summer clothing donations accepted during open hours only.

Friday: Valley Points YMCA will host a Girls’ Night Out for girls in first through sixth grade from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. at the YMCA, 800 Constitution Blvd. There will be dancing, crafts, games, swimming and pizza. Cost: $15 per child; $5 for each additional sibling. Reservations are required by noon Monday and are limited to 25 children. Reservations: vpfymca.org or stop in at the YMCA.

May 14: Vendor applications are being accepted by Knead Community Café for an outdoor Mother Nature’s Garden Market at the café. Items must be natural of plant-based products or garden related. No hot food vendors. Rain or shine. Details and applications: kneadcommunitycafe.org/vendorapplication.

Oakmont

April 23: Riverside Women’s Association is accepting donations for its annual yard sale. Donations can be dropped off on the porch at 1244 Pennsylvania Ave, Oakmont. Details: Riversidewomensassociation.org.

Oklahoma Borough

Saturday: A Family Feud Game Night will be at Oklahoma School House Hall, 171 Thorn St. Doors open at 6 p.m. The game show host will be Patrick Fisher. Cash prizes. Cost: $20, includes refreshments, food and entry into feud play. Must be at least 21. Tickets and reservations for tables for eight or more: 724-596-7293. Sponsored by North Apollo and Oklahoma volunteer fire departments.

Parks

Today: Parks Township Sportsman’s Club will host a country music jam night from 5 to 8 p.m. at the club, 1111 Shipman Road. Bring your favorite stringed instrument and sing along. Refreshments available. Public welcome. Details: 724-845-2390.

Plum

Wednesday: Plum Community Library will offer a spring craft workshop for adults at 6:30 p.m. at the library, 445 Center New Texas Road. Make a mini ceramic watering can planter. Reservations required. Reservations: plumlibrary.org.

Sharpsburg

Tuesday: The Allegheny Valley chapter of the Women’s Business Network will meet at 8 a.m. at 817 Main St. Those attending can learn how the group supports the success and growth of women in business. Reservations required. Reservations: Kelly Motter, 717-659-0323.

Springdale  

Wednesday: Springdale Free Public Library will offer a free craft workshop to make a butterfly wreath at 1 p.m. at the library, 331 School St. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

Saturday: Springdale Free Public Library will offer a free class on how to use a Cricut machine at noon at the library, 331 School St. Bring your own t-shirt or bag. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

April 25: The Geraldine Yanni Science program at Springdale Free Public Library will meet at 6 p.m. at the library, 331 School St. There will be the year-end party. Children in third and fourth grades welcome. Space is limited. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

April 26: The Tuesday Night Book Club at Springdale Free Public Library will meet at 6:30 p.m. The selection will be, “The Woman They Could Not Silence,” by Kate Moore. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

Tarentum

Tuesday: The CPUser Group computer and technology club will meet at 7:30 p.m. online at Zoom.us. The main presentation will be, “Your Digital Legacy,” by Joe Kissell. A will takes care of your physical possessions, but what about your digital life? Anyone with an interest in computers and technology is welcome. Details and guest registration: cpusergroup@hotmail.com.

Today and Tuesday: Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St. An opportunity for silent prayer will be at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday: The Elks will host bingo at 7 p.m. at the lodge, 219 E. Sixth Ave. The kitchen is open to the public from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Menu: elks644.org/elks-kitchen-1. Orders: 724-226-1644 by 8:15 p.m.

Vandergrift

Mondays: The Chess Club for children in kindergarten through eighth grade at Vandergrift Public Library will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays April 18 and 25, and May 2 and 9 at the library, 128C Washington Ave. No experience necessary. Chess boards provided. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-568-2212.

Tuesday: The YoYos Needles Art group at Vandergrift Public Library will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the library reading room, 128C. Washington Ave. Please note the new date and time. All skill levels welcome. No reservations required. Details: 724-568-2212.

Tuesday: Vandergrift Public Library will host a Board Game Night for students who are in at least fourth grade from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the library. 128C Washington Ave. Play one of the library’s games or bring your own. Snacks will be served. No reservations required. Details: 724-568-2212.

April 28: A workshop to make a 15-inch welcome sign will be at 6 p.m. at Vandergrift Public Library, 128C Washington Ave. Cost: $40, or $45 for with a custom last name. Paid reservations required by Monday. Reservations: 724-568-2212.

Washington Township

Through May 2: A fishing area for children 10 and younger is available on Pine Run in Kunkle Park. Sponsored by the Washington-Bell Lions Club. Thanks to Black Leggs Trout Nursery for supplying the fish and Eagle Scout Jared Burk and other volunteers. Details: 724-727-3515.

May 1: Tickets are on sale for a super bingo at Washington Township Volunteer Fire Company, 4078 Route 66. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and bingo starts at 2 p.m. There will be 24 games with winnings totaling $6,000. Cost: $35 in advance; $40 at the door, includes one card. The kitchen will be open and there will be instant tickets and a 50/50 raffle. Reserved seating available for parties of 6 or more. Tickets: Washington-township-vol-fire-company.square.site. Details: washtwpVFCBingo@gmail.com.

West Deer

May 7: East Union Presbyterian Church is seeking craft vendors for a craft show at the church, 292 East Union Road. Details: Mary Lynn, 412-767-5750.

West Leechburg

April 28: Rep. Jason Silvis will host a seminar on Pennsylvania’s concealed carry laws and the Castle Doctrine from 6 to 8 p.m. at West Leechburg Fire Hall, 1116 Gosser St. Representatives from Firearm Owners Against Crime, the Pennsylvania Game Commission, Westmoreland County District Attorney’s Office and Sheriff’s Office and local and state police will speak and answer questions. The County Sheriff’s Department will issue concealed carry permits. Applicants must be a resident of Westmoreland County and have a valid Pa. driver’s license. Permit cost is $20, cash or check.