The Stroller, June 14, 2021: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Free GED prep class offered in Harrison and online

Allegheny Family Network North in Natrona Heights, Harrison, offers a free adult education program for adults who want to work toward obtaining their high school diploma.

The GED prep class is available from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the center and online via Zoom. Childcare is available on-site. Transportation is available via the AFN North shuttle from Tarentum to Natrona Heights before and after class.

The program provides instruction from a certified teacher and covers the costs of tests for students. Peer support for future post-graduation plans is also offered.

For details, call or text 878-302-5508 or visit alleghenyfamilynetwork.org/connect-learn.

Free movie offered at Hartwood Acres

The free Allegheny County Movies in the Parks series at Hartwood Acres Amphitheater, Indiana Township, will feature the movie, “The Jungle Book” at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. The movie is rated PG.

Gates open at 7 p.m. and the movie starts at dusk. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair.

Community Library accepting used books, CDs

Community Library of Allegheny Valley in Harrison is accepting donations for its June 26 book sale.

Adult fiction and non-fiction, biographies, children’s and young adult books, DVDs and CDs can be taken to the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd., from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Items must be in good condition.

For details, call the library at 724-226-3491.

Free grab and go lunch offered Wednesday at Allegheny Valley Church of God

Allegheny Valley Church of God, 216 Catalpa St., New Kensington, will serve free grab and go lunches at noon Wednesday.

Hot dogs will be served for as long as the food lasts. For details, call 724-335-0994.

Calendar

Allegheny Township

Today: Allegheny Township Supervisors will meet at 7 p.m. at the municipal building, 136 Community Building Road.

Allegheny Valley

Wednesday: The All Virtual chapter of the Women’s Business Network will meet at 7:30 p.m. online at Zoom.us. Those attending can learn how the group supports the success and growth of women in business. Guests welcome at no cost. Reservations required. Reservations and sign on information: Jennifer, 412-908-1663

Allegheny Valley School District

Tuesday: Allegheny Valley School Board will meet at 7 p.m. in the Acmetonia Elementary School Forum, 300 Pearl Ave., Cheswick. Details: avsdweb.org

Apollo

Wednesday: Apollo Hose Co. No. 2 will host bingo at 7 p.m. at the firehall, 325 N. Fourth St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Prizes have been raised and there will be a $1,000 must-go jackpot. Details: 724-478-4831

Brackenridge

Wednesdays: Al-Anon will meet at 8 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 847 10^th Ave. The group offers help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics.

Buffalo Township

June 24: Zion United Methodist Church will host a community blood drive from 1 to 7 p.m. in the church Family Life Center, 438 Bear Creek Road. Appointments recommended. Blood donations are tested for covid-19 antibodies. Bring ID. Appointments: 412-209-7000 or visit vitalant.org and click on the Schedule Now or New Donor buttons. Search for group code C664.

Butler County

June 24: Butler County National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) book discussion group will meet at 7 p.m. online at Zoom.us. The featured book will be, “The More or Less Definitive Guide to Self Care” by Anna Borges. Copies are available through the Butler County Library System and at bookstores. Participants welcome to join the discussion even if they have not read the book. Registration: click the Zoom link posted on the NAMI Butler Facebook page, under Events. Details: 724-431-0069 or info@namibutler.org

Freeport

Wednesday and Saturdays: The Thrift Store Clothing Ministry at Freeport United Methodist Church, 211 Fourth St., will be open from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday and noon to 3 p.m. Wednesday. Cash only. Donations must be laundered and free from pet hair. Details: 724-295-3095

Gilpin  

Tuesday: An American Red Cross Blood community blood drive will be from 12:30 to 6 p.m. at Gilpin Volunteer Fire Hall, 113 Fire Hall Road. Appointments: 800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org and search for sponsor code GTVFD

Harrison

Wednesday: The Agape Thrift Shop at Grace United Methodist Church, 1333 Freeport Road, will be open from 1 to 4 p.m. Masks required.

Wednesday: Allegheny Valley Association of Churches Food Bank will be open to anyone in need from 1:30 to 5 p.m. at 1913 Freeport Road, Natrona Heights. Pull into the center parking lot and food will be placed into your vehicle. Those who are not yet registered should come from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Kittanning

Tuesdays and Thursdays: Armstrong County Historical Museum, 300 N. McKean St., will be open for tours from 1 to 3 p.m. Free admission. Alternate hours available by appointment. Free parking is available behind the building via the North Grant Avenue entrance. Details: 724-548-5707 or achgs300@gmail.com

Leechburg 

Today: 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.

Today: First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Leechburg, will host a 13-week GriefShare support group from 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays June 14 to Sept. 6 in the church sanctuary, 358 Main St. The group is for anyone who has lost an important person in their life and may need assistance in dealing with the grief and hardships this loss may have caused. Masks required to enter the building and social distancing will be observed. Participants can join the group at any session of the class. Details and registration: 724-845-7518 or felc@windstream.net.

Wednesdays and Saturdays: Leechburg Area Museum, 118 First St., will be open from noon to 3 p.m. Details: lamahs@windstream.net

June 21 to 25: First Baptist Church, 111 Siberian Ave., will have free vacation Bible school, “Big Fish Bay” for children in kindergarten through 12^th grade from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the church. Masks optional. Registration required. Registration: 724-842-3051 or firstbaptistchurchleechburg.org/vacation-bible-school

Lower Burrell

June 19: Peoples Library will host an outdoor event, “Gardening for Pollinators,“ with the Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania at 1 p.m. in front of the library, 3052 Wachter Ave. The program will discuss the importance of native plants as reserves for birds, pollinators and other animals. Public welcome.

June 28: The Veterans of Foreign Wars is conducting a voting agenda for members through June 28 regarding the permitting of smoking in the post. Ballots are available in the canteen. Members are urged to participate.

New Kensington 

June 19: St. John the Baptist Orthodox Catholic Church, 150 Elmtree Road, will have a Slavic Food Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the church. Menu: stuffed cabbage, pierogi, hot sausage and kielbasa sandwiches, haluski, nut rolls and pies. Orders: saintjohnnewken@gmail.com

July 10: A cornhole tournament to benefit Highlands Youth Wrestling will begin at noon at the Eagles, 2134 Freeport Road. Check-in will be at 11 a.m. There will be cash prizes, a silent auction and 50/50 raffle. Entry fee: $50 per team. Registration: J. B. Orris, 813-753-7155 or Caitlin Williard, 724-448-8867

Springdale 

Tuesday: Springdale United Presbyterian Church, 859 Pittsburgh St., is taking reservations for a free holiday craft class set for noon to 2 p.m. Feel free to bring a snack of lunch. Reservations: Amy, 702-496-6268

June 21 and July 19: The Geraldine Yanni Summer Science Club for children in third through sixth grade at Springdale Free Public Library will meet at 6 p.m. at the library, 331 School St. The theme for each night will be STEM. Space is limited. Registration required. Registration: 724-274-9729

June 22: The Tuesday Night Book Club at Springdale Free Public Library will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the library, 331 School St. The selection will be, “Unorthodox: The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots,” by Deborah Feldman. Copies are available at the library. New members welcome. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729

July 1: Springdale Free Public Library is accepting registrations for a free children’s lunch program that will be noon to 6 p.m. Thursdays beginning July 1. Children 18 and younger eligible. Details and registration: 724-274-9729

Tarentum

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.

Wednesday:The Elks will host bingo at 7 p.m. at the lodge, 219 E. Sixth Ave. The kitchen is open to the public from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Menu: elks644.org/elks-kitchen-1. Orders: 724-226-1644 by 8:15 p.m.

Wednesdays: The Tarentum Farmers Market will open for the season from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the upper parking lot of First United Presbyterian Church, 913 Lock St.

Wednesdays: BridgePoint Church, 400 E. Ninth Ave., will offer Stop, Drop and Read for children from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through June 30 at the church. There will be storytime, crafts and a free meal.

Vandergrift

Wednesday: Vandergrift United Methodist Church, 134 Custer Ave., will host a takeout Dollar Dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. or until sold out at the church. This month’s menu includes grilled hot dogs with sauerkraut, chips, dessert and a drink, all for $1. Come early; the food sells out quickly. Please park and walk up.

June 22: Vandergrift Public Library and Group Against Smog and Pollution will sponsor a free outdoor Clean Air Fair from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the library, 128C Washington Ave. A family-friendly event, there will be puppets by Dave English, education, a storytime and crafts. Kona Ice of Butler will sell refreshments. Registration required. Registration: 724-568-2212 or visit vandergriftpubliclibrary.org

July 10: A kids vendor show to benefit children’s cancer research will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Center on Franklin Ave., 262 Franklin Ave. This is an event by kids, for kids to support kids. Vendors may offer any kind of kid-friendly merchandise. Cost: $40; children vendors, $20. Applications: TheCenteronFranklin@gmail.com

West Deer

Tuesday: West Deer Volunteer Fire Co. No. 3 and township supervisors will have a public meeting at 7 p.m. in the township building, 109 East Union Road.