The Stroller, Aug. 22, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Band Blast concert to raise money for NK Memorial Park

New Ken/Arnold Social in the Park will host a benefit concert from noon to 8 p.m. Sunday in Memorial Park to help raise funds for renovations and repairs to the park. Rain or shine.

Admission is $5. The event features festival seating; bring lawn chairs and blankets. Gates open at 11:30 a.m.

Bands scheduled to appear include My Friend Tom, Johnson’s Crossing, Magic and Hot Metal Brass, Big House Pete, Curtis & the Shakerz, Boss StingRays, Steel City Ramblers, Big Bad Scary, The Beat Daddies, Chip & the Charge-ups and Davie Iglar.

There will be food vendors, community groups, a 50-50 raffle and more.

Canines to raise cash at annual Tails on the Trails fundraiser

The 16th 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. 13 at Freeport Community Park, 115 Community Park Road, Freeport.

There will be vendors, games, food trucks and raffles. Cost is $25 if paid by Sept. 4 and will be $30 the day of the event.

Reservations are required by Sept. 4. For reservations, visit animalprotectors.net.

Back-to-school drive collecting supplies, new clothing

Alle-Kiski Area HOPE Center Inc. is conducting a back-to-school drive for the families it serves.

Items needed include backpacks, pencils, pens, markers, crayons, glue sticks, folders, notebooks, binders, scissors and erasers as well as children’s socks underwear, shoes and clothing in sizes up to adult small.

Donations can be dropped off from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays at the administration building, 500 E. Eighth Ave., Tarentum.

Calendar

Allegheny Township

Sept. 2: The Academy Singers community choir is welcoming new members for the upcoming concert season. Rehearsals are from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays starting Sept. 2 at 79 Greenbriar Drive. Music fee: $50. Reservations required. For reservations and to book a concert, call 724-994-8872.

Apollo

Nov. 1: Apollo Hose Company No. 2 is accepting space applications for an autumn vendor fair planned from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the firehall, 325 N. Fourth Ave. Spots available with and without electricity available. Details: Shelby, 724-549-1601.

Today: Apollo Hose Company No. 3 will host a wing night from 6 p.m. to midnight at the firehall, 707 N. Fifth St. Cost: dozen chicken wings, $22; half dozen, $11; basket of fries, $5. Dine in or takeout. Orders: 724-478-3001.

Arnold

Saturday: A free dinner will be served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Tomb, 1821 Fifth Ave. There will be worship with gospel music by Al & Dennis from 7 to 8 p.m. All welcome.

Bethel Township

Sept. 9: The Armstrong Nature Book Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek, 142 Kerr Road. The selection will be “Night Magic: Adventures Among Glowworms, Moon Gardens and Other Marvels,” by Leigh Ann Henion. Reservations required. Reservations and details: armstrongcenter.org/odc-events.

East Deer

Sept. 27: East Deer Presbyterian Church is accepting applications from craft vendors for its fall craft show at the church, 292 East Union Road. Details: Mary Lynn, 412-767-5750.

East Vandergrift  

Today: A Hawaiian-themed movie night will be at 8 p.m. at East Vandergrift Park, weather permitting. The film will be “Lilo and Stitch.” Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a chair or blanket.

Sept. 11: A turkey dinner will be served from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the social hall of Our Lady, Queen of Peace Church, 411 McKinley Ave. Cost: $13. Menu: 1.5 pounds of turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, green beans and beverage; a la carte desserts, $1.50. There will be a basket raffle and 50-50. Dine in or takeout. Reservations preferred, but walk-ins welcome. Takeout orders: 724-568-1313 on Sept. 11. Reservations: 724-478-4958.

Freeport

Sept. 13: Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley is accepting food truck and vendor application for its annual Tails on the Trails dog walk at Freeport Community Park. Details: 724-339-7388.

Hampton

Sunday: The free 2025 Allegheny County Summer Concert series will feature the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre at 7:30 p.m. at Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater, 4070 Middle Road. Bring a chair. Popup tents and umbrellas are permitted but must be taken down before the performance begins.

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.

Wednesday : Author Ken Gormley, president of Duquesne University, will discuss his novel, “The Heiress of Pittsburgh,” at 6 p.m. at Community Library of Allegheny Valley, 1522 Broadview Blvd. A question-and-answer session will be afterward. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-226-3491 or alleghenyvalleylibrary.org.

Sunday: A spaghetti dinner will be from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Polish National Alliance, 14 Linden St., Natrona. Menu: spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, roll & butter and dessert, $12; soft drinks and water, $1. Dine in or takeout. Orders: 724-224-4471.

Sunday/Wednesday: The Pittsburgh-Tarentum Campmeeting Association will have a worship service at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the campground, 1451 Main St., Natrona Heights. Retired pastor the Rev. Jeff Youell will be the speaker. The Rev. Trip Torbert of Mt. Hope Community Presbyterian Church, Penn Hills, will preside at a service at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Public welcome.

Sept. 9: Community Library of Allegheny Valley will sponsor an adult fundraiser to paint a portrait of your pet at 5:30 p.m. at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. The instructor will be Lower Burrell artist Uncle Dave. Cost: $40. Reservations required by Sept. 5. BYOB and snacks. Email a photo of your pet to strzesieskij@einetwork.net with the pet’s name and your name by Sept. 5. Reservations: Julia, 412-956-9274.

Sept. 27: Burtner House Restoration Society is accepting vendor applications from local artisans, artists and makers for its Honey Harvest Festival planned at the homestead, 1650 Burtner Road. Cost: without electricity, $35; with electricity; $40; for a 12 x 12-foot space. Rain or shine. Applications: tinyurl.com/5xbph6he.

Nov. 2: St. Joseph High School is accepting vendor applications for a purse bash planned in the Guardian Angels Parish Patterson Hall, 800 Montana Ave. Details: Megan Mlinarcik, mmlinarcik@gmail.com.

Leechburg   

Wednesdays and Saturdays: Leechburg Area Museum and Historical Society, 118 First St., will open from noon to 3 p.m. Details: 724-845-8914 and leave a message or lamahs@windstream.net.

Oct. 11: Vendor applications are being accepted for a fall food and craft festival planned in Riverfront Park. Details: Leechburg Public Library, 724-236-0080.

Nov. 15 and 16: Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company is accepting space reservations for a holiday craft and vendor fair at the firehall, 268 Canal St. Cost: $30, includes an 8-foot table and two chairs for one day; two days, $50. Reservations: Melissa, 724-332-9090 or allermelissa@comcast.net.

Lower Burrell

Saturday: The Burrell High School Lady Bucs volleyball team will sponsor a car wash from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Forza Motors, 2555 Leechburg Road.

Saturday: The city’s farmer’s Market will be open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Bon Air School parking lot, 3260 Leechburg Road.

Sunday: The Burrell High School Marching Band car and motorcycle show will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the high school, Puckety Church Road. Vehicle registration: $10; spectator admission, free. There will be vendors, a basket raffle, music and a 50-50. Vehicle registration: burrellmarchingbandsecretary@gmail.com.

Nov. 10: Westmoreland County Marine Detachment is selling raffle tickets to win two rolls of $20 Pa. Lottery scratch-off tickets or $1,000 cash. Cost: $10, for two numbers. Tickets will be sold from 3 to 6 p.m. today, and Sept. 6, 7, 13 and 14 at Community Market, Hillcrest Plaza. The winning number will be the Nov. 10 evening Pa. Pick 3 lottery number. Tickets: Jim Walters, 724-681-6293 or waltersusmc@comcast.net.

Oakmont 

Saturday: An indoor flea market featuring antiques, vintage goods and handmade items will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dormition of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church, 12 Washington Ave. Free admission and parking. Sponsored by the church St. Barbara Philoptochos Society, proceeds will benefit charitable outreach and local initiatives. Details: Maria, 412-828-7549.

Sunday: St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 378 Delaware Ave., will have a Blessing of the Backpacks during the 8 and 10:30 a.m. services. Details: 412-828-9680.

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.

Sunday: A car cruise will be from noon to 4 p.m. at Circle D Saddle Club, 1286 Upper Mateer Road. Cars, trucks and bikes welcome. There will be music, food, vendors, a silent auction, door prizes and a 50-50. Vehicle fee: $10; spectator admission, free. Proceeds will be donated to local charities. Details: Circle D Saddle Club on Facebook.

Plum

Sept. 14: The Kerr Memorial Museum will host “A Tea With the Kerrs” garden party at 1:30 p.m. at Oakmont Country Club, Hulton Road. Cost: $75. Hats and fascinators welcome. A wine cash bar will be available. Tickets: kerrmuseum.com or send a check payable to Kerr Memorial Museum to 402 Delaware Ave., Oakmont PA 15139. Please include specific table arrangement requests. Proceeds will benefit the museum. Ticket deadline: Sept 2. Details: 412-826-9295.

Tarentum   

Today: Free bread and baked goods will be distributed at 10 a.m. while supplies last at Highlands Family Center, 415 E. Fourth Ave., suite 12. 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. Volunteers are needed for this ministry. Details: 724-224-9220.

Sunday: First Baptist Church, 410 E. Third Ave., will distribute free detergent, bleach and scented beads to anyone in need after the service.

Monday : Poduty Live Theater will offer a free improv class with veteran improvisor Paul Mattingly from 7 to 9 p.m. at the theater, 408 Corbet St. Reservations required. Reservations: tinyurl.com/ynhns2fj.

Oct. 18: The borough Recreation Board is accepting food truck and vendor applications for the annual Boo Festival planned on First Avenue. Cost: $20 per table or truck. Details: Carrie Fox, 724-448-1470.

Nov. 22: Tarentum Recreation board is accepting registration from groups, businesses and clubs who would like to participate in this year’s holiday parade. Lineup will be at noon and the parade will begin at 1 p.m. Details: Carrie, 724-448-1470 or tarentummagazine@gmail.com.

Upper Burrell   

Sunday: Skyview Radio Society will host a swap and shop from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the club grounds, 2335 Turkey Ridge Road. There will be door prizes and food will be sold. Admission: $5. Details: John, 724-339-3821.

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. The kitchen will open and card sales start at 6 p.m. Free coffee. Players must be at least 18 or accompanied by an adult.

West Deer

Sunday: The Our Lady of the Lakes Parish car cruise will be from noon to 4 p.m. at the St. Victor Church campus, 527 Bairdford Road. Rain date: Aug. 31. There will be food, a bake sale, basket raffle and DJ. Details: Glenn, 724-272-5171.

Aug. 31: Join Allegheny County Park Rangers and help with habitat restoration from 9 a.m. to noon at Deer Lakes Park. Meet at the Veterans I shelter. Volunteers will use hand tools to remove invasive species and may plant native species. Expect to participate in physical activity. No experience is necessary. Tools, gloves and eye protection will be provided. Bring water and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Registration requested. Registration: tinyurl.com/yusu6344.