The Stroller, Dec. 18, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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LB Christmas parade rescheduled for Saturday

The Lower Burrell Christmas parade that was planned Dec. 13 has been rescheduled to be Saturday.

Lineup will begin at 6 p.m. at the former Stewart School on Leechburg Road and the procession will begin at 7 p.m.

For more information, contact Rich Lange at richlange54@yahoo.com.

Cookies available by the pound at cookie walk

The Knoch High School Music Boosters are accepting orders for a cookie walk set for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in the Saxonburg Volunteer Fire Company ballroom, 155 Pittsburgh St.

Cost is $10 per dozen. Children can decorate cookies with Santa and there will be a basket raffle and a 50-50.

To order, visit tinyurl.com/mr27rjf4. Order deadline is Friday. Proceeds will benefit Knoch music students.

Free rides available to medical appointments

Wesley Family Services offers free transportation for those 18 and older from their homes to medical facilities within New Kensington, Arnold, Lower Burrell and parts of Vandergrift.

Rides are available from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays except holidays. One-way and round-trip rides are available.

For details, call 724-895-8214.

Calendar

Brackenridge

Today: Bingo will be at 7:15 p.m. at the American Legion, 845 First Ave. Details: 724-994-6030.

Friday: Members of the American Legion will gather at 5 p.m. at the post to go Christmas caroling. The group will stop at Dalton’s Edge between 6 and 6:30 p.m. and continue through the lower half of the borough.

Chicora 

Monday : Beckley Jones, 5 is collecting blankets and gift bags for patients in the oncology department at Armstrong County Memorial Hospital, East Franklin. Donations can be taken to Chicora Alliance Church, 310 E Slippery Rock St. by Dec. 22. Donations will be delivered to the hospital on Dec. 23.

Freeport

Today: The Veterans of Foreign Wars will have bingo at 7 p.m. in the post back hall, 102 Fifth St. Bring bingo chips. Kitchen open from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Public welcome.

Gilpin

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

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.

Jan. 17: Tri-County Trout Club is accepting table reservations for its annual sport show and flea market planned at Patterson Hall at Guardian Angels Parish, 800 Montana Ave. Vendors must sell new, used or collectable fishing, hunting, camping or sports items. Cost: $25. Details: 412-298-0964 or tctcnews@gmail.com, leave a message with your name and phone number.

Jefferson Township

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.

Leechburg   

Today: The free genealogy group at Leechburg Area Museum and Historical Society will meet from 10 a.m. to noon at the museum, 118 First St. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of each month. Bring a laptop or tablet. Basic computer skills required. Details: Judy, 724-681-9154.

Saturday: A Christmas bake sale will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Holy Innocents Church, 366 Third St. Pre-ordered trays can be picked up and soup, hot dogs, haluski and baked goods will be sold. Dine in or takeout.

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

Lower Burrell

Today: The Chess Club for players age 8 to 18 will meet at 4 p.m. at Peoples Library, 3052 Wachter St. All skill levels welcome. Details: 724-339-1021.

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

Saturday: A free buffet breakfast with Santa will be from 9 a.m. to noon at the American Legion, 1100 Wildlife Lodge Road. Menu: scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, pancakes, waffles and orange juice. Beverages will be sold. Public welcome.

Saturday: Grace Community Presbyterian Church will host a free Christmas party for children 10 and younger from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church, 2751 Grant St. The theme will be “Polar Express” and activities will include crafts, cookie decorating, coloring, the Christmas story and an opportunity to visit with Santa. Hot chocolate will be served.

Saturday: The Veterans of Foreign Wars will feature the G6 band from 7 to 10 p.m. at the post. Members and three guests welcome.

Saturday: A breakfast with Santa will be from 10 a.m. to noon at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 3084 Leechburg Road. Menu: pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee and tea, $3. There will be photo ops with Santa, children’s crafts, activities and gift bags.

Through Dec. 31: The works of members of the Allegheny Valley League of Artists will be on display during operating hours at Peoples Library, 3052 Wachter Ave. Details: 724-339-1021.

New Kensington   

Today: New Kensington Eagles Auxiliary Bingo will be at 7 p.m. at the aerie, 2134 Freeport Road. Doors open at 5 p.m. Sales are from 6 to 6:50 p.m. Cost: $25 for a 12-on package; specials will be available. The kitchen will be open. Public welcome. Details: 724-448-7403.

Today: Peoples Library will offer an arts, crafts and STEM workshop for all ages at 11 a.m. at the library, 880 Barnes St. Details: 724-339-1021.

North Apollo

Saturday: North Apollo Volunteer Fire Department will host an all-you-can-eat breakfast with Santa from 7 to 11 a.m. at the firehall, 311 16^th St. Menu: scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, pancakes, French toast, sausage gravy & biscuits, fruit and drinks. Cost: $12; 10 and younger, $6.

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.

Plum   

Through Dec. 25: Allegheny County Parks Department is sponsoring a holiday food drive for local food banks. Non-perishables can be taken from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays to the Four Seasons Lodge in Boyce Park.

Saxonburg

Friday: St. Luke Lutheran Church will offer a prayer service for those experiencing grief and loss, “Comfort at Christmas,” at 7 p.m. at the church, 310 W. Main St. The service will include scripture readings, music and candle lighting. A reception will be afterward.

Springdale

Today: Lower Valley Community Food Bank will distribute food from 1 to 3 p.m. from the rear entrance of the Springdale borough building, 325 School St. Do not arrive before 12:45 p.m. Anyone in need of food who lives in Springdale, Springdale Township, Cheswick, Harmar and the sections of Indiana Township and West Deer with a zip code of 15024 is welcome. New recipients can register Thursday. Updates: lowervalleyfoodbank.org.

Tarentum

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. Menu: pancakes, sausage, coffee and juice. Details: 724-224-9220.

Saturday: Bethel AME Church will have its $1 spaghetti dinner from noon to 3 p.m. at the church, 250 Western Ave. Haluski soup will be sold for $4 and cranberry orange breads for $5 each.

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. 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.

Winfield

Today: The Matrona Family Resource Center at Cabot Church, 707 Winfield Road, will be open from 6 to 8 p.m. New and gently used clothing in sizes preemie through 10/12 will be available, as well as strollers, car seats, toys and more. No reservations required. Details: 724-524-1809 or tinyurl.com/mw9kd9cp.