The Stroller, Aug. 19, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Adventures with Wine dinner to benefit Peoples Library

The Peoples Library Adventure with Wine dinner will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 17 at the New Kensington library, 880 Barnes St.

Several different wines will be paired with food presented by Hoffstot’s Cafe Monaco of Oakmont and there will be a basket auction. The menu includes miniature chicken saltimbocca, tempura shrimp, miniature Caesar salad, pumpkin ravioli, mini toasted almond tortes and an Italian antipasto display.

Cost is $45 per person, and proceeds benefit Peoples Library. Reservations are required. For reservations, visit peopleslibrary.org, visit the New Kensington or Lower Burrell library locations with cash or check, or call 724-339-1021, ext. 1. Reservations deadline is Oct. 12.

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Back-to-School event planned in Vandergrift

The free Cuts for Kids event will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday in Kennedy Park, Vandergrift.

Free cuts will be available from Willy T’s Cuts and there will be free food and book bags. The event is sponsored by KVL and Ramsey’s Place.

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Dogs welcome at Tails on the Trails walk fundraiser

The 14th annual Tails on the Trails dog walk to benefit Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 23 at Northmoreland Park, Allegheny Township.

Check-in will be at pavilion 11 by the lake. There will be games, food trucks and more. Collect pledges in advance to earn a prize. Cost is $35 if paid by Sept. 14 and will be $40 the day of the event.

Reservations are required. For reservations, visit animalprotectors.net.

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New gaming clubs available at Leechburg Public Library

Leechburg Public Library, 139 Market St., has partnered with Video Gaming Club USA to create gaming clubs for children in grades 3 through 12.

The clubs meet on Mondays and Saturdays when the library is closed. Activities include video games, board games, card games and STEM activities. Donations are needed for the groups include new or gently used board games, boxes of individually-bagged snacks and individual juice boxes and cases of water.

Donations can be taken to the library during operating hours. For details, call the library at 724-236-0080.

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Religion Digest

Tarentum church plans outdoor worship service, festival

First Baptist Church of Tarentum will have an outdoor worship service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday in the amphitheater of Riverview Memorial Park, First Avenue, Tarentum. A picnic will be afterward.

The church will sponsor a vacation Bible school festival from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 26 at the church, 410 Third Ave., Tarentum. There will be lessons and activities for all members of the family. A free lunch will be provided by FatCat Subs.

The public is welcome at both events.

Calendar

Apollo

Today: 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.

Today: 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 

Today : 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.

Bethel

Aug. 26: The Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek will offer a program “Wild About Pigeons” at 11 a.m. at the center, 142 Kerr Road. Meet Homer the pigeon and his owner Elizabeth Shaver. Appropriate for ages 6 and older. Cost: $8. Reservations required. Reservations: armstrongodc.org.

Buffalo Township 

Wednesday: Herbal Thymes Club invites the public to its free monthly program at 7 p.m. at Zion United Methodist Church, 438 Bear Creek Road. Kristeen Lucas and Barb Toy from Peace, Love and Herbs LLC in Templeton will be the guest speakers. Details: herbalthymesclub.org.

Thursday : 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.

East Vandergrift 

Sunday: Our Lady, Queen of Peace Parish will have bingo at 6:30 p.m. in the church social hall, 411 McKinley Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. There will be a 59-number jackpot game, a 48-number picture frame game and a magic number game. Details: 724-478-4958.

Fawn

Sunday: The Alle-Kiski Valley Historical Society’s Flea-Tique antique and collectible show will be from dawn to 1 p.m. at the Bull Creek Tour-Ed Mine site, off Ridge Road. Rain or shine. No pets permitted. Customer parking: $3. No pets permitted. Follow us on X at @fleatique82. Details: 724-224-0178 or fleatique82@gmail.com.

Harrison 

Sunday: A flea market will be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars, 894 Veterans Lane. Details: 724-904-7649 or dmckillop@hotmail.com.

Wednesday : 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.

Thursday : 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.

Aug. 28: The Outside the Lines Adult Crafting Club at Community Library of Allegheny Valley will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. This month’s project will be beaded bookmarks. Some beads will be available, but feel free to bring your own. Reservations required. Reservations: Alleghenyvalleylibrary.org.

Aug. 29: The American Girl group at Community Library of Allegheny Valley will meet from 5 to 6:15 p.m. at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. Children who are at least 7 years old and their dolls welcome. Free. Reservations requested. Reservations: 724-226-3491.

Sept. 9: Alle-Kiski Hope Center is accepting space reservations from vendors for its annual Mutts, Meows and Margaritas event planned for 4 to 7 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Natrona Heights. Merchandise can be dog-themed but does not have to be. Details: 724-224-1100.

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.

Indiana Township

Sunday: The Allegheny County Summer Concert Series at Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater will feature the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre 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.

Kittanning

Sunday: A car cruise will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday on South Water Street as part of the Kittanning Boat Races. Cars, trucks and motorcycles welcome. Free spectator admission. Vehicle entry fee: $5. Details: Herm McAfoose, 724-664-5411.

Sunday: Armstrong County Historical Museum and Genealogical Society and the Armstrong Civil War Roundtable will offer a free program with Gen. Ulysses Grant impersonator Kenneth Serfass from 1 to 4 p.m. on the lawn at the museum, 300 N. McKean St. Serfass will discuss the Vicksburg Campaign of the Civil War and the Pennsylvania Light Artillery Battery F will be on hand with a 3-inch ordnance rifled cannon. The museum will be open for tours. Free parking is available on Vine and McKean streets and behind the museum via the North Grant Avenue entrance.

Leechburg 

Today: 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.

Today: 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.

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.

Lower Burrell  

Today: 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.

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

Today: The Veterans of Foreign Wars lodge will be closed.

Today: 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.

Sunday: The American Legion, 1100 Wildlife Lodge Road, will be open for breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon. Menu: pancakes, creamed ground beef on toast, eggs made to order with toast, home fries, and sausage or bacon.

Monday: Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary will meet at 7 p.m. in the lodge banquet room, Wildlife Lodge Road.

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.

Sept. 15: The Moose will host an evening with the Pittsburgh Medium Rev Rivera from 7 to 9 p.m. at the lodge, 499 Reimer St. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be available. Admission: $40. Tickets: tinyurl.com/3a23sm9a.

New Kensington

Monday: A back-to-school festival will be from 2 to 8 p.m. at Valley High School, 707 Stevenson Blvd. There will be music, food, games, job recruiters and information about student clubs and activities.

Sept. 24: Valley Football Booster Club is accepting reservations for a craft show and vendor market set for noon to 6 p.m. at the school stadium. Cost: vendors, $30 with a $10 donation for a 10 by 10 foot plot; food trucks, $60 with a $10 donation to silent auction proceeds. Details: Erin, 724-472-6890 or erinselma7B@gmail.com; or Ashley, 724-221-2954 or Ashley.booher3@gmail.com. The event will benefit the Valley Jr.-Sr. football team.

North Apollo

Today: 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.

Parks Township  

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.

Oct. 14: Vendor and crafter applications are being accepted for an indoor/outdoor fall craft fair by House of Hope Family Worship Center, 1164 Pleasant View Drive, Kepple Hill. Proceeds will benefit the church. Details: Deb Mazak, 724-689-7043 or djmazak613@gmail.com.

Plum

Monday: The Monday Market will be from 4 to 7 p.m. at Plum Creek Park, 1040 Ross Hollow Road.

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 

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.

Today: 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.

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

Today: 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 

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

Today: 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.