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Golf outing to benefit Dynamic Community Foundation

Dynamic Community Foundation, sponsor of the Feeding Freeport program that ran this summer, will host a golf outing Aug. 29 at Birdsfoot Golf Club, South Buffalo.

The event will be a four-man scramble. Registration will begin at 1 p.m. and the shot gun start will be at 2 p.m.

Cost is $80 per player and includes dinner by Fat N. Nat at 6 p.m. Tickets for dinner only are $25 and must be purchased in advance.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. For registration and information, call 412-629-0200 or email jackiedavis631980@gmail.com.

Highway cleanup looking for volunteers

Kiski Watershed Association will sponsor a clean-up day Saturday on River Road in Parks and Market Street in Leechburg.

Anyone who would like to volunteer should meet at 9 a.m. at the pull off near River’s Edge Canoe and Kayak, 3185 River Road.

Gloves, vests and trash bags will be provided. Volunteers should bring a mask for a group photograph. Social distancing will be observed.

Oakmont Carnegie Library open by appointment

Oakmont Carnegie Library is now open by appointment for browsing, computer use and visits to the Squirrel’s Nest.

Up to five people from the same family can browse at the same time. Face masks are required. Lobby pickup is still available.

To make an appointment, call 412-828-9532 or visit the library website.

Tarentum church collecting used mobility aides

Central Presbyterian Church, Tarentum, is collecting mobility equipment to be donated to Global Links, a charity that works to redirect still-useful materials away from landfills to support public health programs in targeted communities throughout the Western Hemisphere.

Items in need include canes, raised toilet seats, shower chairs, IV poles, crutches, walkers, shower chairs and non-electric wheelchairs

Items can be brought through Aug. 31 to the church, 305 Allegheny St. For details, call the church at 724-224-9220 email centralpresoffice@verizon.net.

Penn State Extension offers free webinar on camping

Penn State Extension will offer a free webinar, “Camping Adventure: A Safe Guide to the Outdoors,” at 1 p.m. Aug. 17 and 24 online. Choose which session you wish to view.

Families and individuals are welcome to learn how to safely enjoy camping and other outdoor activities. Topics will include food safety, cooking tips, personal safety and activities.

Registration is required to receive the access link. To register, click here.

Bike run planned Aug. 22 by Ashley’s Angels

Ashley’s Angels will sponsor a motorcycle run and after-dinner gathering Aug. 22 at the New Kensington Eagles, 2134 Freeport Road.

Registration will be at 9:30 a.m. and kickstands up will be at 11 a.m. Cost is $20 per rider; $10 per passenger; and includes dinner at 4 p.m. Tickets for the dinner only are $15.

There will be an open cash bar, music, a silent auction and 50/50 raffle and 10-minute chair massages will be sold for $1 per minute.

Proceeds will benefit Ashley’s Angels charity that raises money to help families who have lost a member to the opioid epidemic.

For details, call Jeanna at 724-212-7621, Renee at 724-889-7833 or Karlee at 814-248-6311.

Calendar

Buffalo Township

Today: Buffalo Township Supervisors will conduct the regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. via videoconference. Access information: BuffaloTownship.com

Aug. 27: Zion United Methodist Church, 438 Bear Creek Road, will host a Vitalant community blood drive from 1 to 7 p.m. at the church family life center. Appointments recommended. Appointments: 412-209-7000 or visit the Donate Blood button at Vitalant.org and use group code C664

Deer Lakes School District

Thursday: Deer Lakes School Board will conduct a special meeting at 6 p.m. online at Zoom.us to address the state health and safe return to school plan. Access details: deerlakes.net

Freeport

Today: The Thrift Store Clothing Ministry at Freeport United Methodist Church, 211 Fourth St., will be open from noon to 3 p.m. at the church. Cash only. Donations must be laundered. Details: 724-295-2476

Gilpin

Thursdays: Gilpin Volunteer Fire Department kitchen will be open from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursdays for takeout food. Menu: visit the department Facebook page. Orders: 724-845-7200, leave a message

Indiana Township

Aug. 16: Rural Ridge Volunteer Department is accepting orders for a barbeque chicken dinner set for noon to 5 p.m. at the firehall, 135 Little Deer Creek Road. Dine in or takeout. Menu: half chicken, baked beans, coleslaw and macaroni and cheese. Cost: $12. Debit cards accepted. Orders: 724-265-4000 or send an instant message on the department Facebook page.

Kiski Area School District

Today: Kiski Area School Board will conduct the information meeting at 7 p.m. via teleconference. The agenda will be posted on the district website. Access information: john.tedorski@kiskiarea.com or call 724-842-0457.

Kiski Township

Today: Kiski Township Supervisors will conduct the regular meeting at 6 p.m. at the township building, 1222 Old State Road. Details: 724-478-2737

Friday: Kiski Township Volunteer Firemen will host a take-out Food Extravaganza from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the firehall, 1037 Route 56. There will be four food stations set up in the truck bays to select from. Menu: station 1: Italian sausage sandwich, macaroni and cheese; station 2: hamburgers and hot dogs; station 3: Philly steak and cheese fries; and station 4: spaghetti and meatballs with roll.

Leechburg Area School District

Today: Leechburg Area School Board will conduct the agenda meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium, 215 First St. Face masks and social distancing required.

North Apollo 

Aug. 29: North Apollo Volunteer Fire Department is looking for donations of baskets for a silent auction planned at the Food Truck Rally. Baskets will also be posted online on the department Facebook page. Drawings will be in the evening of Aug. 29. Baskets can be dropped off at the fire hall, or to Kim or Allison. Deadline is Tuesday. Questions: Kim, 724-840-8746 or Allison, 724-472-5346

Shaler

Aug. 21: Glenshaw Century Club is accepting orders for a takeout chicken dinner set for 3 to 7 p.m. at Glenshaw Valley Presbyterian Church, 1520 Butler Plank Road. Menu: marinated grilled boneless chicken breast, rice pilaf, six-bean salad, tossed salad with homemade Italian vinaigrette, roll and butter and a brownie, $15, cash only. Payment is due at time of pickup. Orders: Edie, 412-487-7194 or glenshawcenturyclubinc.@gmail.com. Include name, telephone number, number of dinners and requested pickup time. Order deadline: noon Aug. 19. Proceeds will benefit the Century Club Scholarship Fund.

Tarentum

Today: The Tarentum Farmers Market will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the intersection of Lock Street and 10th Avenue. Face masks required.

Vandergrift

Fridays and Saturdays: The Veterans of Foreign Wars will sell takeout food from 4 to 8 p.m. at the post, 141 Sumner Ave. Menu: dozen seasoned wings with large fries, $20; shrimp with fries, $8; four chicken planks with fries, $5 and pizza. Finger foods all $4: mushrooms, cheese sticks, pizza logs, breaded cauliflower, fries, cheese balls, jalapeno poppers, broccoli cheddar bites, onion rings and breaded zucchini. Orders after 2 p.m.: 724-568-1427

Washington Township

Thursday: Washington Township Supervisors will meet at 7 p.m. in the township office, 285 Pine Run Church Road. Details: 724-727-3515

 

Cancellations and changes

Allegheny Township

Aug. 14 to 30: Performances of the play, “Baboon,” at the Freeport Theatre Festival are postponed.

Sept. 6 and 7: The annual Labor United Celebration planned for Northmoreland Park is canceled.

Arnold

August: The monthly dinner at Calvary Lutheran Church is canceled.

Armstrong County

The annual Armstrong County Senior Expo at Kittanning Township Volunteer Fire Department is canceled.

Butler

Aug. 28: The Butler High School Class of 1970 reunion is canceled and rescheduled to be the weekend of Aug. 28, 2121, at Butler Country Club. There are plans for a neighborhood night and golf outing.

Ford City

Aug. 29: The Armstrong County Labor Day Parade and Ethnic Feastival are canceled.

Freeport

September: The annual September By the River festival is canceled.

October: The Freeport Halloween carnival is canceled. 

Harrison

Aug. 22: The Wine and Food Festival planned at Burtner House is canceled. No decision on the Harvest Festival has been made yet.  

Leechburg

Sept. 19: The annual Pink Day festival is canceled.

Oakmont

Riverview Community Action Corp. is closed for all activities except home delivered meals. Questions: 412-828-1062

Parks Township

Oct. 3: The Cash Giveaway Bash sponsored by Upper Burrell and Parks volunteer fire companies is canceled.

Saxonburg

Sept. 12 and 13: The Saxonburg Festival of the Arts is canceled.

The weekly Mingle on Main events are canceled. Refunds will be sent to vendors who signed up.

Springdale 

Oct. 3: The Monte Carlo Night planned by Springdale High School Alumni Association is canceled. Association meetings are suspended until further notice.

Sept. 12: Springdale Volunteer Fire Department has canceled the Cash Bash. The 50/50 Progressive Raffle tickets dated May 9, 2020 will be drawn on Sept. 12. The fire company thanks everyone for their continued support during this trying time.

Sept. 13: The craft and vendor fair is canceled.

Tarentum

Thursday: The Concert in the Park is canceled due to Allegheny County regulations. Questions: Carrie, 724-448-1470

Washington Township

Sept. 19: The annual Moonlight Bingo at Washington Township Volunteer Firehall is canceled.

West Deer

West Deer Farmers Market is canceled.

Aug. 28: The West Deer Police Benefit Golf Scramble that was to be May 1 is rescheduled to be Aug. 28 at Pittsburgh North Golf Course, Richland Township. Cost: $85 per golfer. Registration form: click here.

Small Acts of Kindness

Did your neighbor call and check on you, or bring a face mask or groceries? The Stroller wants to recognize those around us who are performing small acts of kindness for others during this stressful time. Send a short, one-paragraph note highlighting someone and how they helped you, your family or your organization to The Stroller at vndnews@tribweb.com.

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