The Stroller, Aug. 11, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Civil War program set Sunday in Apollo

The Apollo Area Historical Society will sponsor “A Day in the Life of a Civil War Soldier” from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Drake Log Cabin, Williams Alley, Apollo.

There will be a Civil War encampment from 1 to 5 p.m. with the 40^th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Reserves Company C and 62^nd Regiment Pennsylvania Company D. Jonathan Richardson will tell the story of Gen. Samuel Jackson at 2 p.m. and a description of regular day for a Civil War soldier will be discussed at 3 p.m. by Don and Becky Becker. Cindy McShane will give a talk at 4 p.m. about famous women of the Civil War.

Donations will be accepted.

Casino Theatre plans auditions for holiday show

The Casino Theatre in Vandergrift will hold auditions for its 26^th annual Hometown Christmas production Aug. 28 at Just Dance by Justin Albert, 154 Farragut Ave., second floor, Vandergrift.

Plan to arrive before 6 p.m. when information about the show will be discussed. The production will be Nov. 24, 25 and 26 at the theater. This year’s show will be a play with a large cast and cast members must be at least 5 years old. Adults should be prepared to sing a short selection and children will be asked to read from a script that will be provided.

For more information, call 724-882-1596.

Band concert in Apollo canceled

The concert by the Kiski Valley Community Band planned for Sunday in Apollo is canceled due to a schedule conflict.

New board member needed at Vandergrift library

Vandergrift Public Library is looking for a volunteer to serve on the library board of directors.

Representation is needed from East Vandergrift or Oklahoma Borough. Board members must be available at 6:30 p.m. the third Monday of each month for the meeting.

For an application, email vandergriftlibrarydirector@gmail.com or stop in at the library, 128C Washington Ave.

Calendar

Apollo

Saturday: Arnold United Methodist Church, 1801 Leishman Ave., will host an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon at the church. Menu: choice of plain, blueberry, pecan and chocolate chip pancakes or French toast, sausage and drink. Dine in or takeout. Cost: $9; 12 and younger, $7. Details: 724-339-2377.

Arnold

Aug. 19: A paint night fundraiser to benefit Speed Family Blessing Box and Pantry Inc. will be from 6 to 8 p.m. at the pantry, 1702 Fifth Ave. Cost: $40, includes 11 x 14-inch canvas and all supplies. Bring a food item and receive a ticket for the raffle basket. Tickets: tinyurl.com/yc5y6wt9.

Bethel

Aug. 17: The Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek will offer a program “The Language of Flowers” at 6:30 p.m. at the center, 142 Kerr Road. Joan Moore of the Armstrong County Herb Group will be the speaker. Participants will make a small bouquet of flowers called a tussie-mussie. Materials fee: $8, cash only, payable at the door. Reservations required. Reservations: armstrongodc.org.

Cheswick

Sunday: The Second Sunday pop up market will be from noon to 4 p.m. in the Cheswick Plaza parking lot. There will be crafters, vendors and food trucks. Sponsored by the Cheswick Community Relations Board.

East Vandergrift 

Today: East Vandergrift Community Foundation, a non-profit formed to support community and educational initiatives, will sponsor a Food Truck Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. on Chambers Street in the borough. There will be food vendors, beer, music, a raffle and an opportunity to socialize.

Gilpin

Saturday: A car show to benefit Leechburg Youth Baseball Association will be from noon to 6 p.m. in Gilpin-Leechburg Park, 167 Park Road. Vehicle check-in begins at 11 a.m. There will be prizes, food trucks, vendors, a DJ, basket raffle and 50/50.

Harmar

Wednesday: Fox Chapel Area High School will host a Vitalant community blood drive from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Vitalant Donor Center, 2585 Freeport Road, Suite 207. Appointments recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. Must be at least 16 years old. Appointments: visit the Donate Blood button at vitalant.org and use group code UHS010025 or call 412-209-7000.

Harrison

Today: Natrona Heights Veterans of Foreign Wars will have bingo at 7 p.m. at the post, 894 Veterans Lane. Doors open at 6 p.m., and there will be specials, a 50/50 raffle and final game jackpot.

Saturday: The Diaper Pantry at Christ Our Hope Anglican Church will distribute diapers from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church, 926 Painter Ave., and at Sheldon Park, both in Natrona Heights. Recipients must drive up and remain in their vehicles. First-time recipients must provide their own identification, the child’s birth certificate and a current WIC or SNAP card.

Saturday: A clothing and toy giveaway will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Word of Faith Christian Fellowship, 42 Chestnut St., Natrona.

Tuesday: The Who Knew? program at Community Library of Allegheny Valley will present “Amusement Parks” at 6 p.m. at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. Online participation available. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-226-3491 or visit the calendar tab at alleghenyvalleylibrary.org.

Indiana Township

Sunday: The Allegheny County Summer Concert Series at Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater will feature Latin music with Los Amigos Invisibles and Stone Throwers at 7:30 p.m. Food trucks will open at 6 p.m. Rain or shine. A $20 per vehicle fee will benefit the Allegheny County Department of Human Services.

Lower Burrell

Today: The Burrell High School Marching Band will host its annual preview night at 6 p.m. at the high school field, Puckety Church Road. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. There will be a basket raffle and 50/50.

Saturday: The ClothesLine Ministry at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 3084 Leechburg Road, will be open from 9 a.m. to noon. Clothing, shoes and purses will be sold for 10 cents each. The jewelry room will be open. Free school supplies will be given to students accompanied by an adult.

Saturday: The farmers market will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bon Air Elementary School, 3260 Leechburg Road.

Saturday: The Veterans of Foreign Wars will feature the G6 Band from 8 to 11 p.m. at the post. Members and three guests welcome.

Sunday: The annual Moose Lodge picnic will be from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars pavilion, 1601 Wildlife Lodge Road. Cost: $20. Members and their guests welcome. Tickets: mooselodge053@gmail.com or stop in at the lodge, Reimer Street.

Aug. 26: Burrell High School Marching band is accepting registrations for vendors and vehicles for its third annual car and motorcycle show planned for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the high school, Puckety Church Road. Cost: vehicles, $10. Details: burrellbandvp@gmail.com.

New Kensington

Saturday: A yard sale will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley, 730 Church St. Rain or shine.

Saturday: East Kensington Community Circle will sponsor a cash bingo at the community circle building, 1785 Seventh St., across from Martin Elementary School. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., lunch will be at noon and bingo starts at 1 p.m. Cost: $20, includes lunch and 19 games. There will be progressive jackpot and magic number games.

Parks Township

Today: Parks Township Volunteer Fire Department will host bingo at 7 p.m. in the firehall, 1119 Dalmation Drive. Doors open at 5 p.m.

Sunday: Parks Township Sportsman’s Club will have 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.

Springdale  

Wednesday : Springdale Free Public Library will host a craft workshop at 1 p.m. at the library, 331 School St. reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

Aug. 25: Springdale Free Public Library is accepting orders for pies, cinnamon rolls and snails from The Pie Shoppe in Laughlintown. Pie varieties: banana cream, coconut meringue, lemon meringue, apple, blackberry, blueberry, cherry, Dutch apple, peach, razzleberry, blue raspberry, bumbleberry, peach raspberry, pineapple cherry and strawberry rhubarb; all $11. Cinnamon rolls: traditional white, maple raisin, cream cheese, peanut butter crunch and strawberry; pepperoni rolls, ham and Swiss rolls and pyro rolls, $6; pumpkin rolls, $11; and snails, $9. All items arrive fresh and can be frozen. Paid order deadline: today. Pick-up: Aug. 25. Orders: 724-274-9729.

Tarentum

Saturday: The Clothing Closet at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St., will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Details: 724-224-9220.

Sunday 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.

Vandergrift

Sept. 18: Vandergrift Public Library is accepting orders for a tie-dye T-shirt fundraiser. Cost: youth XS-XL, $20; adult S-XL, 25; adult 2XL and 3XL, $30; adult 4XL and 5XL, $35. Paid order deadline: Friday. Expected delivery date: Sept. 18. Orders: stop in at the library, 128C Washington Ave. Proceeds will benefit the library.

Washington Township

Today: Washington Township Volunteer Fire Company will have bingo at 7 p.m. at the firehall, 4078 Route 66. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and sales start at 6 p.m. Free coffee. The kitchen will be open. Players must be at least 18 or accompanied by an adult.

Aug. 12: State Rep. Jill Cooper will host a free mobile shredding event from 9 a.m. to noon at the office, 105 Pfeffer Road, suite 5. Details: 724-472-4102.

Aug. 27: Skyview Radio Society is accepting space reservations for its swap and shop event set for 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the club grounds, 2335 Turkey Ridge Road. Cost: $5. Bring your own table. Details: John, 724-339-3821 or K3mjw@arrl.net.

Sept. 30: Community Church of Pine Run EMC is accepting vendor applications for its annual fall Scholarship Festival set for noon to 4 p.m. at Kunkle Park, 283 Pine Run Church Road. Fee: $15. Details: pinerunemc.org/fallfestival2023.