The Stroller, Aug. 25, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Inclusion games planned for special needs children

The Alle-Kiski Inclusion Games will be from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Sept. 2 at K-9 Officer Derek Kotecki Memorial Park, 730 Wildlife Lodge Road, Lower Burrell.

Special needs children age 5 to 21 can compete in kickball, soccer, relays, throwing contests and more. Rain date is Sept. 3. Reservations are required. For reservations, call 724-681-5498 or email courtneykobelenske@gmail.com.

Mutts, Meows and Margaritas event to benefit HOPE Center

The Alle-Kiski Area HOPE Center will host its sixth annual Mutts, Meows and Margaritas event from 4 to 7 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Harrison Veterans of Foreign Wars pavilion, 894 Veterans Drive.

There will be activities for the dogs, a buffet, raffle, door prizes, vendors, music and margaritas. Feline lovers should email a photo of their cat in advance to maryb@akhomecenter.org so a special lanyard can be prepared to be worn at the event. Tickets are $25 each; or $35 per couple. Vendor spaces are available.

For information and a reservation form, call 724-224-1100 or visit akhopecenter.org.

Six Steps to Recovery Group offered by Lower Burrell PD

Lower Burrell Police Department will sponsor a Six Steps to Recovery support group for people who have a loved one affected by addiction.

The faith-based group will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays Sept. 7 through Nov. 16 at St. Margaret Mary Church, 3055 Leechburg Road, Lower Burrell. Parents and families will learn how enabling and codependency contribute to addiction. Reservations are required.

For reservations, call Sgt. Scott Miller at 724-339-4287, ext. 268 or email smiller@lbpolice.org.

Calendar

Apollo

Saturday: St. James Parish 109 Owens View Ave., will have an outdoor Mass at 4:30 p.m. on the church lawn. Bring a chair or blanket. There is no shade in the area, so bring a sun umbrella, a hat or sunscreen. Ice cream sandwiches will be served afterward. In case of rain, Mass will be in the church. Details: 724-478-4958.

Saturday and Sunday: Roaring Run Watershed Association will host A Walk Through History Civil War event from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the covered bridge area of Roaring Run Trail. A shuttle will be available for those who unable to walk that far. There will be demonstrations of cannons, weapons and Civil War cooking, a children’s battle and reenactors. Parking will be at the trail head, 681 Canal St. Donations will be accepted to benefit the trail. Visit RRWA and Trail on Facebook for a complete schedule.

Arnold

Oct. 14: The Arnold Recreation Committee is accepting vendor applications for a craft show and touch-a-truck event set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the 18^th Street ball field. Details: arnoldrecreationcommittee@gmail.com.

Buffalo Township

Sunday: A spaghetti dinner will be from 2 to 6 p.m. or until sold out at the White Star Club, 401 Shuster Drive. Dine-in or takeout. Menu: spaghetti with salad, $12; meatballs, $3. Cash only. Takeout orders: 724-295-2656.

East Vandergrift

Sunday: Our Lady, Queen of Peace Parish will celebrate Mass at 11 a.m. on the lawn in front of the grotto at the church, 411 McKinley Ave. Bring a folding chair or blanket. There is no shade in this area, so wear sunscreen or bring an umbrella or hat. Ice cream sandwiches will be served afterward. In case of inclement weather, Mass will be celebrated inside the church. Details: 724-478-4958.

Fawn

Sunday: Fawn No. 1 Volunteer Fire Department will host a spaghetti dinner from 3 to 7 p.m. at the recreation hall, 1948 Firehouse Lane. Menu: spaghetti, salad, roll and dessert, $10; 10 and younger, $5. Dine in or takeout. Details: 724-994-9296.

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: 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

Saturday and Sunday: Boy Scout Troop 683 will have a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to noon Sunday at the American Legion, 754 N. Pike Road. A barbecue lunch will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Menu: quarter-pound pulled pork sandwiches, $5; smoked beans and meat, $5; pulled pork nachos, $7; hot dogs, $1. Proceeds will benefit the troop trailer fund.

Indiana Township

Sunday: The Allegheny County Summer Concert Series at Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater will feature jazz with John Scofield and Jason Kush 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.

Kiski Township

Sunday: Apollo-Ridge Girls Soccer team will sponsor a Barbeque Bash from 2 to 5 p.m. at Apollo-Spring Church Sportsmen’s Club. Menu: pulled pork, brisket, kielbasa, picnic-style side dishes, dessert and beverage. Cost: $20; high school and middle school students, $10; elementary school students and younger, $5. There will be basket and 50/50 raffles. A corn hole tournament will begin at 2 p.m. Tournament registration will be at 1:30. Details: Melany, brettmelandree@gmail.com.

Lower Burrell  

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

Saturday: Burrell High School Marching Band will sponsor its third annual car and motorcycle show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the high school, 1021 Puckety Church Road. Cost: vehicles, $10; spectators, free. There will be a DJ, basket raffle, vendors, concessions and a 50/50. Details: burrellbandvp@gmail.com.

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

Sunday: A takeout spaghetti dinner will be from noon to 4 p.m. at the Moose, 499 Reimer St. Menu: spaghetti, salad and roll, $10.

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: Friday. Details: Sharon Council, swc57165@earthlink.net.

Manor

Wednesday: A resource fair will be from 4 to 7 p.m. at Lenape Technical School, 2215 Chaplin Dr. There will on-site interviews, food trucks, and free information and resources from local county partners. Free admission.

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.

Plum

Sept. 4: The Allegheny County Pooches in the Pool event will be from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the Boyce Park Pool. Admission: $20; non-Allegheny residents, $25; $5 for an additional guardian. Each dog may be accompanied by two guardians. Guardians may only bring one dog each. Dogs must wear current tags displaying up-to-date vaccinations before entering the pool. Reservations required. Reservations: tinyurl.com/53ca4afx.

Saxonburg  

Saturday: South Butler Girl Scout Troop 26087 will sponsor a pancake breakfast fundraiser from 9 a.m. to noon at St. Luke Lutheran Church Centennial Hall, 110 State St. Dine in or takeout. Cost: $10; children, $7. Menu: pancakes with a topping bar, sausage, juice, fruit cup and coffee. Proceeds will go toward the troop’s 2024 trip.

Tuesday: Butler County Master Gardeners will present a free program about composting at 6:30 p.m. at South Butler County Library, 240 W. Main St. Master Gardener Kathy Allen will be the speaker. Reservations encouraged, but not required. Reservations: 724-352-4810 or director@southbutlerlibrary.org.

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 

Saturday: The Clothing Closet at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St., will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A mini flea market will be from 9 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.

Sept. 7 to 9: Space applications are being accepted from crafters and vendors for the annual Summit Hose Fall Festival planned in Riverview Memorial Park. Deadline: Aug. 30. Details: call or text Tami, 878-302-5367 or tamisudy@gmail.com.

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.

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

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

Sunday: Our Lady of the Lakes Parish will host a car cruise from noon to 4 p.m. at the St. Victor Church campus, 527 Bairdford Road. There will be food, a bake sale, silent auction and a DJ. Rain date: Sept. 10. Details: Glenn, 724-272-5171.