The Stroller, Jan. 12, 2023: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Memorabilia sought for library 100^th anniversary

Community Library of Allegheny Valley in Harrison will celebrate its 100^th anniversary with an exhibit of memorabilia from over the years.

Submissions of old photos, library cards, fliers and programs from over the years are welcome. For details, call 724-226-3491, email strzesieskij@einetwork.net or stop in at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd.

Sports show and flea market set Saturday in Harrison

Tri-County Trout Club will sponsor a sport show and flea market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday in Patterson Hall in the basement at Guardian Angels Parish, 800 Montana Ave., Natrona Heights, Harrison.

Doors open for buyers at 9 a.m.; there is no early admission. Please use the parking lot at the back of the school on Liberty Avenue. There are stairs down to the entrance. Vendors will sell new, used or collectible sporting items; no firearms or ammunition. Hot food and refreshments will be available.

Admission is $3; club members and children younger than 12, free.

Calendar

Apollo

Thursday: The Yarn Good Time needle arts group at Apollo Memorial Library will meet from 5 to 7 p.m. at the library, 219 N. Pennsylvania Ave. to knit, crochet, embroider or cross stitch. All ages and skill levels welcome. Details: 724-478-4214.

Jan. 21: An all-you-can-eat wing night to benefit the Apollo-Ridge High School boys basketball program will be from 5 to 10 p.m. at Oak Hill Firehall, 707 N. Fifth Ave. BYOB. Must be 21 to attend. There will be silent auctions, strip tickets, door prizes and a 50/50. Cost: $20. Tickets: Francine Garrone, 724-212-5900, or Megan Weigand, 724-316-5053.

Bethel

Jan. 21: The Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek, 142 Kerr Road, will host a lecture, “But It’s Just a Day Hike, and Other Famous Last Words,” from noon to 2 p.m. at the center. Instructors from the True North Wilderness Survival School will discuss how to better protect yourself and others during your next outdoor adventure. Suitable for those who are at least 13-years-old. Cost: $10. Reservations required. Reservations and details: armstrongcenter.org/odc-events.

Jan. 21: The Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek, 142 Kerr Road, will host a lecture, “Vultures: The Private Life of an Unloved Bird,” with author Kate Fallon at 3 p.m. at the center. Cost: $8. Reservations required. Reservations and details: armstrongcenter.org/odc-events.

Brackenridge

Today: Bingo will begin at 7:15 p.m. at the American Legion, 845 First Ave.

Gilpin

Today: Gilpin Volunteer Fire Department will host bingo at 7:15 p.m. at the firehall, 113 Firehall Road.

Friday: A Red Cross community blood drive will be from noon to 5 p.m. at Gilpin Volunteer Firehall, 113 Firehall Road. Appointments: 800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code GTVFD. 

Harmar

Jan. 22: Allegheny Valley HOPE Foundation will host a spaghetti dinner to benefit the Miller Family from noon to 6 p.m. at the new Acme Club, 230 Herron Ave. There will be a cash bar, basket auction, entertainment and a bake sale. Cost: $15; 12 and younger, $10. Proceeds will help with medical costs for cancer patient Vicki Miller and her husband Paul who needs a liver transplant.

Harrison

Today: Friends of Community Library of Allegheny Valley will meet at 10 a.m. at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. Details: 724-226-3491.

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.

Saturday: The Diaper Pantry at Christ Our Hope Anglican Church, Harrison, will distribute diapers from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church, 926 Painter Ave., and at Sheldon Park, both in Natrona Heights. Recipients must drive up and remain in their vehicles. First-time recipients must provide their own identification, the child’s birth certificate and a current WIC or SNAP card.

Saturday: Natrona Heights Veterans of Foreign Wars will sponsor a chili cook-off at 6 p.m. at the post, 894 Veterans Lane, Harrison. Chili recipes will be tasted and voted on by participants and cash prizes will be awarded to the first-, second- and third-place winners. Entry fee: $10. Public welcome.

Jefferson

Today: Bingo will be at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion, 754 N. Pike Road. Doors open at 5 p.m. Under new management with higher payouts. The kitchen will be open. Proceeds benefit post and auxiliary projects.

Leechburg

Today: A New Path Al-Anon Family Group, a free, confidential program for anyone whose life has been affected by someone else’s drinking, will meet at 7 p.m. online for the winter months. Details: tinyurl.com/yp6hd8zn.

Lower Burrell

Today: Peoples Library will host an arts and crafts hour for children 6 and younger and their caregivers at 1 p.m. at the library, 3052 Wachter Ave. Details: 724-339-1021.

Saturday: The ClothesLine Ministry at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 3084 Leechburg Road, will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clothing, shoes and purses will be 25 cents each or five for $1. The jewelry room will be closed.

Jan. 21: The Reading Rainbow: A Grown Up & Me Book Club at Peoples Library will meet at 1 p.m. at the library, 3052 Wachter Ave. Children and their caregivers welcome. The selection will be, “If You Give a Mouse A Cookie,” by Laura Numeroff. Details: 724-339-1021, ext. 12.

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. The kitchen will be open. Public welcome. Details: 724-448-7403.

Today: Peoples Library will host an arts and crafts hour for children 6 and younger and their caregivers at 11 a.m. at the library, 880 Barnes St. Details: 724-339-1021.

Today: Knead Community Café will pass out free grab-and-go meals from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the café, 1011 Barnes St.

Today: The Secular Organization for Sobriety/Save Our Selves (SOS), a support group for people recovering from alcohol and drug abuse, will meet at 7 p.m. at Lost Dreams Awakening Recovery Community Center, 408 Eighth St. Details: 724-556-0737.

Friday: Angel Wing Yoga & Fitness, 1003 Fifth Ave., will offer a yoga class and meditation in honor of Brackenridge Police Chief Justin McIntire at 6:30 p.m. Donations will be accepted at the door and will be given to his family.

Saturday: Peoples Library will host a family arts and crafts time at 1 p.m. at the library, 88 Barnes St. No reservations required. Details: 724-339-1021.

Sharpsburg

Tuesday: The Allegheny Valley chapter of the Women’s Business Network will meet at 8 a.m. at 817 Main St. Those attending can learn how the group supports the success and growth of women in business. Reservations required. Reservations: Kelly Motter, 717-659-0323.

Springdale  

Today: Lower Valley Community Food Bank will distribute food from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday 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 today.

Jan. 19: Springdale Free Public Library will host a family fun night to celebrate National Popcorn Day at 6 p.m. at the library, 331 School St. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

Feb. 9: Springdale Free Public Library, 331 School St., will host an AARP Tax Assistance group for tax season. Appointments will be Thursdays and Saturdays Feb. 9 through April 13. Intake forms are available. Appointments required. Details: 724-274-9729.

Tarentum

Today: The free diaper bank at Highlands Family Center, 415 E. Fourth Ave., will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. One distribution per child per month is available. Details: 724-224-9006.

Saturday and Sunday: First Baptist Church, 410 E. Third Ave., now offers two services each weekend. A praise and worship service will be at 3 p.m. Saturdays and a blended traditional and contemporary service at 10:30 a.m. Sundays.

Saturday: The clothing closet at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St., will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Details: 724-224-9220.

Jan. 22: The bingo fundraiser planned for cancer patient Kevin Coudriet is canceled. Details: Connie, 724-814-0180.

Vandergrift

Monday: An American Red Cross Blood community blood drive will be from noon to 5:30 p.m. in the banquet room of the Masons, 113 Washington Ave. All who come to donate will be entered for a chance to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LVII in Phoenix. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. Appointments: 800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code Vandergrift.

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. 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.

Jan. 22: A super bingo will be at 2 p.m. at Washington Township Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, 4078 Route 66. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Cost: $35, in advance; $40 at the door if available; includes a dauber and one card for 12 $100 regular games, six $200 games, four $400 games and two $1,000 cover-all jackpot games. There will be food, beverages, instant tickets and a 50/50. Reserved seating available for groups of six or more. Players must be at least 18 years old or accompanied by an adult. Tickets: WTVFCWestmoreland on Facebook or at the regular Friday evening bingo.