The Stroller, Aug. 17, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Summer Celebration set Saturday in East Deer

The East Deer Summer Celebration will be from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday at East Deer Memorial Field, 700 Front St., Creighton.

Register for the cornhole tournament at 1 p.m. Music from noon to 1:30 p.m. will be by the Stagger Lee Band, 2 to 4 p.m. by Rick and Tony and 6 to 8 p.m. by Wise Guys. There will be food, an obstacle course, a balloon artist, fire trucks, free pony rides and a foam party. A car cruise will begin at 2 p.m. For details, call 724-224-3434, ext. 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or email eastdeermanager@outlook.com.

Back-to-school carnival planned in Kiski Township

The annual Fox’s Pizza Den Back-To-School Carnival will be from 3 to 10 p.m. at the Spring Church restaurant, 3526 Route 156, Kiski Township.

There will be bingo, a scavenger hunt, relay race, face painting, bounce houses, carnival games, kids’ crafts, vendors and food trucks. The carnival will end with a fireworks display at 10 p.m.

Cadogan to celebrate Centennial+1

A Centennial +1 celebration to mark the 101^st anniversary of Cadogan will be Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the township Overlook Park.

There will be food trucks, a basket raffle, performances by local bands and fireworks displays at 9:15 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Riders in the Officer Brian Shaw Memorial Scholarship Fund Motorcycle Ride will pass though between 10:15 and 10:45 a.m. and touch-a-truck will be from 1 to 3 p.m., both on Saturday. There will be a car show and a DJ from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Calendar

Allegheny Township

Friday: Alle-Kiski Day Quilters and Sewers will meet from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Allegheny Township municipal building, 136 Community Building Road. Bring your project. No dues or fees. Free parking, lighting, tables and electrical outlets available. Bring a lunch and drinks. The group meets the first and third Friday of each month. Details: Pat, 724-601-3089.

Apollo

Saturday: Apollo Hose Co. No. 2 will have a special Saturday night bingo at 7 p.m. at the firehall, 325 N. Fourth St. Doors open at 6 p.m. Details: 724-478-4831.

Saturday: Apollo United Presbyterian Church, 401 First St., will offer a story time, craft and small snack for children at 11 a.m. on the front steps of the church, weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, the event will be indoors.

Aug. 25: Roaring Run Watershed Association will host a program for students about the Civil War and how soldiers lived from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. at the trail. Reservations required. Reservations: Chris, 724-640-6696.

Arnold 

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

Brackenridge

Today: Bingo will begin at 7:15 p.m. at the American Legion, 845 First Ave.

Buffalo Township

Aug. 24: Zion Methodist Community 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 vitalant.org and search for group code UC664 or zip code 16055.

Center Township

Friday: Butler VA Health System will host its 10^th annual summer health and wellness event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the lawn of the Abie Abraham VA Clinic, 353 N. Duffy Road. There will be a farmers market, tai chi demonstration, free information and representatives from Veteran Community Partnership will discuss their free programs for veterans. Public welcome. Admission: a non-perishable food item for the veterans food pantry. Details: 878-271-6484.

Gilpin 

Today: Gilpin Volunteer Fire Department will host bingo at 7:15 p.m. at the firehall, 113 Firehall Road.

Harmar

Today: The free Pittsburgh Brewing Co. Thunder Summer Music Series will feature the Jimmy Adler Blues Band at 7 p.m. Thursday at the pavilion at the Syria Shrine Center, 1877 Shriners Way. Gates open at 6 p.m., rain or shine. There is free parking, and food and beverages will be sold. No tailgating or outside food or drinks are permitted.

Harrison

Friday: 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.

Aug. 23: The Kitchen Sink Book Club at Community Library of Allegheny Valley will meet at 6 p.m. at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. The selection will be “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho. Copies are available at the circulation desk. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-226-3491 or alleghenyvalleylibrary.org.

Aug. 24: Shevawn Timko from the Highland Senior Center will be at Community Library of Allegheny Valley, 1522 Broadview Blvd., from 2 to 4 p.m. to provide information and answer questions about the Seniors Farmers Market Voucher program, Access 65 Plus, energy assistance and more. Proxy forms will be available and the $50 vouchers will be available while supplies last. Just drop in – no reservations required.

Aug. 26: Join birder and photographer Dave Brooke for a free bird hike from 8 to 10:30 a.m. in Harrison Hills Park, Natrona Heights. Bring binoculars and wear hiking shoes or boots. Meet in the Environmental Learning Center parking lot. No pets, please. Reservations required. Reservations: davbrooke@gmail.com.

Oct. 14: A gun bash will be from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars, 894 Veterans Lane. Doors open at 1 p.m. Cost: $30, includes food and beverages. Sponsored by the post and auxiliary. Must be at least 21 to attend. No outside alcohol permitted. Tickets: Debbie, 412-298-6175.

Jefferson

Today: Bingo will be at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion, 754 N. Pike Road. Doors open at 5 p.m. The kitchen will be open. Proceeds benefit post and auxiliary projects.

Kiski Township

Friday and Saturday: A rummage sale will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at New Beginnings United Methodist Church, 1559 Route 56. Baked goods will be sold. Sponsored by Women in Mission. Details: 724-478-4525 or nbumcapollo@gmail.com.

Kittanning

Today and Sunday: Armstrong County Historical Museum, 300 N. McKean St., will be open from 1 to 3 p.m. Hours may change for special events. Free parking is available behind the museum via North Grant Avenue. Details: 724-548-5707 or achgs300@gmail.com or visit Armstrong County Historical Museum/Genealogical Society on Facebook.

Leechburg

Today: Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company will host a car cruise from 5 to 9 p.m. at the firehall, 268 Canal St. There will be music, food and entertainment.

Today: The free genealogy group at Leechburg Area Museum and Historical Society will take a trip to the Carnegie Library, 4400 Forbes Ave., in the Oakland section of Pittsburgh. Details: Judy, 724-681-9154.

Saturday: The Clothing Closet at First Lutheran Church, 358 Main St., will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All items are 20 cents each. Please bring a bag. Donations welcome.

Saturday: Cross Roads Community Presbyterian Church will have its free takeout monthly Pot Love Dinner at noon at the church, 271 Main St. Reservations required by noon Friday. There is a one dinner per family member limit. Those with reservations will be served first. Line-up will be outside and everyone is welcome. Reservations: 724-845-1901 or church@crcpc.org.

Lower Burrell  

Saturday: A luncheon bingo will be at 1 p.m. at the Moose, 499 Reimer St. Doors open at 11 a.m. Admission includes lunch at 12:30 p.m., 15 games that win $20 each; four specials that win $30 each; and a $100 must-go jackpot. Details: 724-335-4131.

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 lodge will be closed.

Saturday: The Clothes Closet at Huston Middle School will be open from 9 a.m. to noon in the school gymnasium, Puckety Church Road. Free clothes in sizes 10/12 to adult will be available. Donations welcome.

Aug. 24: The Adult Book Club at Peoples Library will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the library, 3052 Wachter Ave. This month’s selection will be “The Chicken Sisters” by K.J. Dell’Antonia. Details: 724-339-1021.

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.

Sept. 14: Alcoa Retirees and 25-Year Club will have their annual picnic from noon to 4 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars pavilion, Wildlife Lodge Road. Reservation deadline: Aug. 25. Details: Sharon Council, swc57165@earthlink.net.

New Kensington

Today: Sally’s Outdoor Market will be from 2 to 6 p.m. weather permitting, at the Salvation Army, 255 Third St. There will be fresh produce, plants, baked goods, hot foods and more. Free backpacks will be distributed from 4 to 6 p.m. Vendor spaces available. Details: 724-335-7221, ext. 106 or lauren.suprano@use.salvationarmy.org.

Today: New Kensington Eagles Auxiliary Bingo will be at 7 p.m. at the aerie, 2134 Freeport Road. Doors open at 5 p.m. The kitchen will be open. Public welcome. Details: 724-448-7403.

Today: Knead Community Cafe, 1011 Barnes St., New Kensington, will host its monthly dine-in Breaking Bread dinner at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the cafe. The meal is sponsored in memory of Joanne Loperfito by family and friends. No takeout meals will be available. Details: 878-847-7997.

Friday: A free outdoor summer movie night will be in courtyard at Knead Community Café, 1011 Barnes St. The film will be “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile,” rated PG. Gates open at 7:45 p.m. Redemption Church will distribute free book bags and do face painting. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.

North Apollo

Saturday: A craft and vendor fair will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at North Apollo Fire Department, 311 N. 16^th St. There will be a silent auction and 50/50 raffle. Details: Allison King, 724-472-5346 or kingal0103@gmail.com.

Oakmont

Friday: A food truck round-up will be from 5 to 10 p.m. at Dormition of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church, Riverside Boathouse, 12 Washington Ave. There will be music and a cash bar.

Parks Township 

Today: Parks Township Sportsman Club Association will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the club, 1111 Shipman Road. New members welcome.

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

Saxonburg

Sept. 9 and 10: Entries are being accepted for the 37^th annual fine art display at Saxonburg Memorial Presbyterian Church, Main Street. Ribbons and cash prizes will be awarded in professional, non-professional and student categories. Details: 724-352-3403 or saxonburgfineart.com.

Tarentum 

Friday and Saturday: A rummage sale will be from noon to 6 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday in the social hall of Holy Martyrs Church, 353 W. Ninth Ave.

Weekdays: Free food and hygiene items are available at Highlands Family Center, 415 E. Fourth Ave., suite 12. Hours: noon to 8 p.m. Mondays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays. Details: 724-224-9006.

Saturday: The Clothing Closet at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St., will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The monthly dollar breakfast will be from 8 a.m. to noon. Details: 724-224-9220.

Vandergrift

Today: The Gathering on Grant event sponsored by the Vandergrift Business Association will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Grant Avenue. The theme will be Island Luau. There will be music, vendors, food trucks and entertainment.

Saturday: A free family fun day will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 134 Custer Ave. Rain or shine. Enjoy free food, crafts, bingo and a petting zoo. Children will receive chalk for sidewalk art and a goody bag. Details: 724-568-5575.

Washington Township 

Friday: 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. 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.

West Deer

Friday: North Hills Community Outreach will host a free distribution of produce, packaged food and meats from noon to 1 p.m. at the Free Store, 756 Little Deer Creek Road. The outreach also provides help with clothing, personal care items, utility and rental assistance, senior transportation and more. No ID or proof of income is required. Registration: nhco.org/on-the-go.

Saturday: The Women’s Guild of Our Lady of the Lakes Parish will have a trunk sale at 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot at St. Victor Church, 527 Bairdford Road. No early birds, please.

Sept. 16: Paws Across Pittsburgh will host a Strut with Your Mutt fundraiser walk from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bairdford Park Baseball Complex, 80 Maple Ave. Fill out a sponsor form and win prizes for the most money raised. There will be a basket raffle, games, bake sale, games, dog activities, food and a DJ. Details: pawsacrosspittsburgh.com/events.