The Stroller, June 24, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Christopher’s Light charity accepting donations

Children’s charity Christopher’s Light is collecting donations of back to school supplies, gently used clothing and personal care items from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays and Thursdays at its location at 202 Point St., Saltsburg.

Christopher’s Light serves children in need who live in Armstrong, Westmoreland and Indiana counties. Items needed include backpacks, notebooks, pens, pencils, markers, crayons, facial tissues, toothbrushes, shampoo, deodorant, sunscreen and toothpaste. For alternate drop off sites, text 724-980-2840.

Anyone who can donate their time to deliver items to families in need or sort and prepare items at the Saltsburg building to should send a message at the group’s Facebook page. Facebook.com/christopherslightnonprofit/

To send a monetary donation, send your check made out to Christopher’s Light to P.O. Box 94, Apollo PA 15613.

Those in need can register at Christopherslight.com or by calling 724-980-2840.

Peoples Library adds additional day for no-contact pickup

Peoples Library now offers an additional day for no-contact pickup of library materials.

Pickups will be by appointment only. To make an appointment, call the New Kensington location from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays, and Wednesdays or noon to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 724-339-1021.

For an appointment at the Lower Burrell location, call 724-339-1565 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays or noon to 6 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays.

Saxonburg Road closed in Fawn

Saxonburg Road in Fawn is closed in both directions between Route 908 in Fawn and Freeport Road in Natrona Heights, Harrison, due to a roadway failure.

Geotechnical crews will investigate the roadway issue and determine a repair. Local traffic will be permitted.

Calendar

Apollo

Apollo Area Historical Society Museum has reopened. Hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays. The current display features vintage toys.

Armstrong/Indiana counties

Friday: Armstrong and Indiana County Commissioners will hold a joint meeting online at 9:30 a.m. to conduct Armstrong Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health business. For log on information, visit aibdhp.org or call 724-548-3451.

Buffalo Township

Tuesday: Zion United Methodist Church, 438 Bear Creek Road, will host a Vitalant community blood drive from 1 to 7 p.m. at the church family life center. Appointments are recommended. Appointments: 877-258-4725 or 412-209-7000 or visit the Donate Blood button at Vitalant.org and use group code C664  

Cheswick

Thursday: The Agan Park Joint Committee will meet at 7 p.m. at the Cheswick Volunteer Fire Hall, 1411 Spruce St. Social distancing will be observed and those attending are encouraged to wear a face mask.

Fawn 

Today: Fawn Supervisors will conduct a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. and the regular meeting afterward at the municipal building, 3054 Howes Run Road. Face masks are required, and social distancing will be observed.

Freeport

July 11: Orders are being accepted for a barbeque chicken sale set for 11 a.m. till the food runs out at the Freeport Eagles, 101 Fifth St. Cost: $7.50, includes outdoor grilled chicken and coleslaw. Order deadline: July 3. Orders: 724-295-9979 or on the Eagles’ Facebook page.

Harrison

The book drop at Community Library of Allegheny Valley is now open. Curbside service is available.

Lower Burrell

Fridays: Lower Burrell Volunteer Fire Department, Kinloch, will sell takeout food from 3 to 7 p.m. at the firehall, 916 New York Ave. Menu: chicken wings, fish sandwich, chicken sandwich, steak hoagie, pizza and more. For a complete menu, visit facebook.com/lowerburrellvfc1/. Orders: 724-339-7537 or 724-212-3120

Tuesdays through Fridays: The American Legion kitchen will be open for takeout orders from members and guests from 2 to 7 p.m. at the post, 1100 Wildlife Lodge Road. For a menu, visit facebook.com/post868/. Orders: 724-339-9417  

Tarentum

The Tarentum municipal building is reopened to the public. Hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays.

Cancellations and changes

Fawn

Alle-Kiski Music Day Camp planned for July 26-31 is canceled due to the covid-19 pandemic. Organizers would like to thank those made donations this year.

Freeport

July 1: The reopening of the Clothing Ministry at Freeport United Methodist Church, 211 Fourth St., is postponed until July 1. Details: 724-295-2476

September: The annual September By the River festival is canceled.  

Harrison

Aug. 22: The Wine and Food Festival planned at Burtner House is canceled. No decision on the Harvest Festival has been made yet.

Kittanning

July 30 to Aug. 2: The Fort Armstrong Folk Festival is canceled.

Leechburg

Sept. 19: The annual Pink Day festival is canceled.

Leechburg High School Class of 1953 Reunion planned in June is canceled.

Leechburg High School Class of 1960 Reunion planned for August is postponed until Aug. 7, 2021.

Oakmont

Riverview Community Action Corp. is closed for all activities except home delivered meals. Questions: 412-828-1062

Parks Township

Oct. 3: The Cash Giveaway Bash sponsored by Upper Burrell and Parks volunteer fire companies is canceled.

Saxonburg

Sept. 12 and 13: The Saxonburg Festival of the Arts is canceled.

The weekly Mingle on Main events are canceled. Refunds will be sent to vendors who signed up.

Springdale

The annual Springdale Jubilee, parade and fireworks are canceled.

Springdale High School Alumni Association meetings are suspended until further notice. The Monte Carlo night planned for April 25 has been rescheduled to Oct. 3.

Sept. 12: Springdale Volunteer Fire Department has rescheduled the May Cash Bash to be Sept. 12. Current tickets will be honored in September and the Progressive 50/50 will be drawn. Please hold on to your tickets. The fire department thanks you for your understanding and support and urges everyone to stay safe.

Sept. 13: The craft and vendor fair is canceled.

Tarentum

July 3: The Summit Hose Independence Day fireworks are canceled.

West Deer

West Deer Farmers Market is canceled this year.

July 31 and Aug. 1: West Deer Community Days are canceled.

Aug. 28: The West Deer Police Benefit Golf Scramble that was to be May 1 is rescheduled to be Aug. 28 at Pittsburgh North Golf Course, Richland Township. Cost: $85 per golfer. Registration form: click here.

Vandergrift

Aug. 9: The Festa Italiana is canceled.

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