The Stroller, July 6, 2025: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Drive-thru food distribution set Tuesday at Pittsburgh Mills

Allegheny Valley Association of Churches and the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank will host a drive-thru food distribution for anyone in need from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in parking lot of the former JC Penney store at the Galleria at Pittsburgh Mills, Frazer.

Reservations are not required. Do not arrive before 4 p.m. Guests should remain in their vehicles and open their door or trunk and will be served on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sponsorships available at Champion’s Crusaiders Rescue

Champion’s Crusaiders Rescue in Parks Township offers a sponsorship program for people who can’t adopt or foster an animal at the shelter but would still like to help until a forever home is found.

For $25, $30 or $40 per month – or whatever you are able to give – animals can be sponsored until they are adopted. Sponsors receive a monthly update on their furry friend and a special letter when they are adopted.

For details and more information, email championscrusaiderssponsor@gmail.com.

Calendar

Apollo

July 26: Roaring Run Watershed Association is accepting reservations for a craft and vendor fair planned at 698 Canal Road. Details: 724-244-3135.

Cadogan

Tuesdays: The township farmers market will be open from 3 to 6 p.m. at Overlook Park. Details: Jeanne Richardson, 724-815-7347.

Freeport

Monday through July 12: Freeport Area Library, 428 Market St., will sponsor a used book sale from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, noon to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the library. Cost: $2 per bag. Bags supplied by the library. Some books will be priced individually. Details: 724-295-3616.

Hampton 

Friday : A free guided hike with park rangers, “Fascinating Fireflies,” will be from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Hartwood Acres Park. Meet at the Middle Road parking lot. Flashlights will be provided. Bring water and wear closed-toe shoes. Reservations required. Reservations: tinyurl.com/445n9s8v.

Harrison   

Tuesday: The free summer children’s playground program sponsored by Natrona Comes Together Association will offer a workshop with Community Library of Allegheny Valley to make an art sculpture at noon at the Natrona pavilion, 10 River Ave. A free lunch is served by Faith Community Partners from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. weekdays for children 18 and younger. Details: natronacomestogetherassociation.org.

Tuesday: A Colorful Tales Family Story Time will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays at through July 29 at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd.

Saturday : A free guided hike with park rangers, “Fascinating Fireflies,” will be from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Harrison Hills Park. Meet at the Yakaon shelter. Flashlights will be provided. Bring water and wear closed toe shoes. Reservations required. Reservations: tinyurl.com/4m7cdkjz.

Jefferson Township

Tuesday: Concordia at Cabot sponsors a free monthly caregiver support group at 2 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month in the Lund Care Center private dining room, 134 Marwood Road. Use Entrance 4. Anyone who cares for a loved one with a physical problem or diminished reasoning skills at home is welcome. Details: Stefanie Dietrich, 724-352-1571, ext. 8271.

Kiski Township

Tuesday: 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.

Leechburg   

Monday: Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company will host bingo at 7 p.m. at the firehall, 268 Canal St. Doors open at 5 p.m. The kitchen will be open.

Saturday : The Shawn Deslauriers Memorial Bocce Tournament will begin at noon at the 135 Marconi Club, River Avenue. A lunch fundraiser will be served from 1 to 4 p.m. Lunch tickets: $30, includes food and beer. There will be door prizes, baskets and a 50-50. Lunch ticket deadline: Thursday. Tickets: Dan Swartz,724-822-2835 or danno6699@gmail.com. Details: Dan Swartz, 724-822-2835 or danno6699@gmail.com.

Lower Burrell

Tuesday: Burrellton Garden Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Grace Community Presbyterian Church, 2751 Grant St. New members welcome. Details: 724-335-3353.

Through July 20: The works of Allegheny Valley League of Artists members Eileen Kopelman and Patti Giordano will be on exhibit during operating hours at Peoples Library, 3052 Wachter Ave.

Aug. 3: The Dog Gone? Search, Trap and Rescue group is seeking food and craft vendors for the Rallying for Rescues event planned from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Kotecki Park. Proceeds will benefit local animal rescues. Details: call or text 724-309-8284.

New Kensington 

Tuesday: A representative from PA CareerLink will be available from 10 a.m. to noon in the office of state Rep. Jill Cooper, 356 Freeport St., suite 100. Services available will include resume and job search help, assistance navigating the Pa. CareerLink website, registering for workshops and interviewing techniques.

Tuesday: Peoples Library will host an online talk watch party with illustrator and author Raúl the Third at 4 p.m. at the library, 880 Barnes St. Join the group at the library in person or watch online at home. Suited for children in prekindergarten through second grade, but everyone is welcome. Have drawing supplies and paper ready for a draw-along. Registration required to watch on demand or join the group online. Registration: libraryc.org/peopleslibrary. Details: 724-339-1021.

Thursday : An American Red Cross community blood drive will be from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Westmoreland County Community College, 1150 Fifth Ave. Appointments: 800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org.

July 18: A free community health, wellness and career fair will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Knead Community Café, 1011 Barnes St. Sponsored by Pa. Rep. Jill Cooper. Organizations wishing to participate as an exhibitor should call 724-472-4102.

Oakmont

Tuesdays: 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

Monday: The Monday Farmers Market will be open from 3 to 7 p.m. at its new location at Plum Creek Presbyterian Church, 550 Center New Texas Road.

Tuesdays: The Plum Food Pantry, 81 Sandune Drive, distributes free food from 4:30 to 6 p.m. the first three Tuesdays of each month. Recipients in need must stop in at the pantry to be confirmed/verified. Details: 724-327-0367.

Saxonburg 

Wednesday : South Butler Community Library will host a free self-care workshop for adults and teens at 6:30 p.m. May 7 at the library, 240 W. Main St. This month’s topic will be essential oils. Reservations are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Reservations: 724-352-4810 or director@southbutlerlibrary.org.

Wednesday : Springdale Free Public Library, 331 School St., will offer a crochet class at 3:30 p.m. The group will meet the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. The first class will be about basic stitches. Bring a hook and some yarn. All ages welcome. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

Tarentum

Tuesday: Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St.

Tuesday: Community Library of Allegheny Valley will sponsor Color Splash Story Time in the Park at noon near the water park in Tarentum’s Memorial Park, First Avenue. Details: alleghenyvalleylibrary.org.

Upper Burrell 

Aug. 24: Skyview Radio Society is accepting space reservations for its swap ‘n shop set for 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the club grounds, 2335 Turkey Ridge Road. Bring your own table. Cost: $5. Reservations: John Italiano, 724-339-3821.

Washington Township

Tuesdays and Thursdays: The Blessing Closet at Union Presbyterian Church will be open by appointment from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays at the church, 656 Route 380. Items available include paper products, cleaning supplies, feminine hygiene products and pet supplies. Appointments: 724-337-3042.

West Deer   

Friday : A movies in the park night will be at 8:15 p.m. in the Bairdford Park pavilion. Reservations required by Wednesday. Sponsored by the township parks and recreation department. Reservations: parksandrecreation@westdeertownship.com.