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Toys, treats being collected at Animal Protectors
Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley is collecting toys and treats for the animals in the shelter, 730 Church St., New Kensington.
Pick up a toy or some treats as you finish your shopping and drop off your donation at the shelter or purchase online and have your gift shipped directly to the shelter. Business hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.
To shop the shelter’s Amazon wishlist, visit tinyurl.com/ytsnsbhw. For Chewy, visit tinyurl.com/4jap88hk.
Calendar
Harrison
Wednesday and Thursday: Community Library of Allegheny Valley will be closed for the Christmas holiday.
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.
Kiski Township
Today: The diaper pantry at Spring Church Lutheran Church, 3623 Lutheran Church Road, will distribute diapers from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the church. Recipients must register in advance. First-time recipients must provide their own ID, the child’s birth certificate and a current WIC or SNAP card. Registration: 724-478-1528.
Lower Burrell
Today: A family story time will be at 1 p.m. at Peoples Library, 3052 Wachter St. Details: 724-339-1021.
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: A family story time will be at 11 a.m. at Peoples Library, 880 Barnes St. Details: 724-339-1021.
Oakmont
Today: Taking Pounds Off Sensibly (TOPS) meets at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1261 Pennsylvania Ave. Private weigh-ins will be from 5:45 to 6:10 p.m. and the meeting will be afterward. The first meeting is free. Details: 412-828-3854 or jmjkwj@gmail.com.
Plum
Through Thursday: 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.
Springdale
Wednesday through Friday: Springdale Free Public Library will be closed for the Christmas holiday.
Tarentum
Today: Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St.
