The Stroller, July 12, 2024: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Allegheny Township to celebrate Community Day

The Allegheny Township Community Day Festival will be from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday at Northmoreland Park.

There will be food, crafters, vendors, a vehicle show, petting zoo, DUI driving course, emergency vehicle display, basket raffle and 50-50.

Music performances will be by the 56 East Band and Backstage Buffet Band. For more information, visit atcdkiski on Facebook.

Lower Burrell farmers market to feature Santa

Lower Burrell’s farmers market will double in size this Saturday for a “Christmas in July” event.

Almost 70 vendors from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday will descend upon the Bon Air Elementary School parking lot, 3260 Leechburg Road, said Carley Logan, market co-organizer.

Santa will visit from 10 a.m. to noon. The event features vendors, artisans, food trucks, an art show from Burrell elementary students, holiday decorations and crafts and live music.

Parking and entry are free.

Patty Griffin to perform Sunday at Hartwood Acres

The free 2024 Allegheny County Summer Concert series will feature Patty Griffin with Lucy Wainwright Roche at 7 p.m. Sunday at Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater, 4070 Middle Road, Hampton.

Bring a chair. Popup tents and umbrellas are permitted but must be taken down before the performance begins. Dogs are permitted but must be on a leash at all times and be up to date on all vaccinations and licensing.

Calendar

Avonmore

Saturday: A bingo to benefit the Avonmore Senior Center will begin at 1 p.m. at the center, 458 Railroad Ave. Doors open at 11 a.m. Packets must be picked by 12:30 p.m. and early birds will begin at 12:45 p.m. There will be a 50-50 raffle, 14 regular games, five specials and a $300 last jackpot game. Cost: $25 before Friday; at the door, $30 door, cash only. Tickets: 724-697-4014.

Harrison  

Saturday: The Diaper Pantry at Christ Our Hope Anglican Church 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.

Sunday/Wednesday: The Pittsburgh-Tarentum Campmeeting Association, 1451 Main St., will have a service at 7 p.m. Sunday with speaker the Rev. Carmen Butler of Allegheny Valley Church of God, New Kensington. Amilcar from Global Hope will speak at a service at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Public welcome. Details: Kelly Dougherty at 412-915-1436.

Lower Burrell  

Saturday: The Joseph “Bud” Myers Farmers Market will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Bon Air School parking lot, 3260 Leechburg Road.

Saturday: The kitchen at the Veterans of Foreign Wars post will be closed.

Saturday: The ClothesLine Ministry at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 3084 Leechburg Road, will be open from 9 a.m. to noon. Clothing, shoes and purses will be sold buy one, get one free. A bridal gown is available for $50. The jewelry room will be open. Please bring your own bags.

Saturday: The trash to treasures sale planned at The Rivers 15068 is canceled. Details: 724-337-4837 or sharen@goriverchurch.com.

New Kensington

Saturday: East Kensington Community Circle will host a bingo in the Community Circle building, 1785 Seventh St., across from Martin Elementary School. Doors open at 11:30. Lunch will be served at noon. Menu: sliders, macaroni and cheese and dessert. Bingo starts at 1 p.m. There will be a progressive jackpot, quickies and magic number game. Cost: $20, includes lunch, eight regular games and eight specials.

Sunday: Aluminum City Terrace Bingo Committee will host bingo from 2 to 4:30 p.m. in the activity center. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Cost: $5, includes one board, snacks and drinks; extra boards, $1 each. There will be a 50-50 raffle. Public welcome.

Oakmont 

Through August 31: Kerr Memorial Museum, 402 Delaware Ave., Oakmont, is featuring an exhibit of elegant fashions of the late 1800s to the Roaring ’20s at the museum. Items on display were donated to the museum by the W.H. Brown Family of Pittsburgh. Hours are by appointment. Tours and information: 412-826-9295 to schedule a tour.

Parks Township

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.

Tarentum 

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.

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.

West Leechburg

Saturday: The 24th annual Allegheny Valley Insulator Show will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at West Leechburg Firemen’s Recreation Hall, 1116 Gosser St. Free admission. Sponsored by the Western Reserve Insulator Club. Details: Ron Barth at 724-845-8439 or rktbarth@windstream.net.