The Stroller, May 20, 2022: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Free fishing derby scheduled for Northmoreland Park

A free fishing derby will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday at Northmoreland Park, Allegheny Township.

Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. on the lakeside deck of the activity center. First and second place trophies and gift certificates will be awarded for longest trout, longest carp and longest other fish of legal size in both adult and youth divisions. A trophy and certificate will also be awarded for the best Catch of the Day in both youth and adult categories. Youth participants will receive a door prize at registration. Adult anglers age 16 and older must display a valid Pennsylvania Fishing License.

The event is sponsored by the Westmoreland County Bureau of Parks and Recreation, Westmoreland County Sportsmen’s League and Dick’s Sporting Goods.

Free concert planned at Concordia Lutheran Ministries

Concordia at Cabot Haven Apartments will host a free outdoor concert featuring Miss Freddye’s Homecookin’ Band at 4 p.m. Sunday on the Haven II patio, entrance 5, 148 Marwood Road, Jefferson Township.

Registration is encouraged. To register, call Peggy at 724-352-5378 or email PTrettel@concordialm.org. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors to the Haven I dining room.

Reunions

• Freeport High School Class of 1961 will have a reunion at 3 p.m. Aug. 27 at the Praha Restaurant, 400 Corbet St., Tarentum. Interested classmates should call Norma at 724-431-7271 or Eileen at 724-352-9013.

• Valley High School Class of 2002 will have a reunion at 5 p.m. June 18 at Voodoo Brewery, 956 Fifth Ave., New Kensington. No reservations required. Details: rayhughley@yahoo.com.

Send reunion news to Carol Pinto-Smith at 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15068 or email cpinto-smith@triblive.com.

Calendar

Apollo

Saturday: St. James Parish will host a patriotic bingo at the church activities center, 109 Owens View Ave. Doors open at 5 p.m. and bingo begins at 7 p.m. Admission: $30, includes supplies, food and drinks. There will be instant tickets, a basket raffle and a $1,500 cover-all jackpot game. Attendees must be 21 or older and are encouraged to wear red, white and blue. Tickets and more information: Linda at 724-882-8776.

Avonmore

Saturday: A book sale, doughnut sale and basket raffle will be at 8 a.m. at Avonmore Library, 619 Allegheny Ave. Cost: books, $5 per bag; doughnuts, $1 each. Orders will be accepted for hoagies and brownies.

Bethel

Monday: The Knee High To Nature Series at the Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek will offer a free science program, “Awesome Opossums,” for children in elementary school at 6 p.m. at the center, 142 Kerr Road. Reservations required. Reservations: armstrongcenter.org/odc-events.

East Vandergrift

Sunday: Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish will host bingo at 6:30 p.m. in the social hall, 411 McKinley Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Ford City

Saturday: A book sale to benefit Armstrong County Libraries will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ford City Eagles, 420 O’Connor St. Items available will include books, DVDs, games, puzzles and more. Proceeds will benefit Apollo Memorial, Ford City, Kittanning and Worthington-West Franklin libraries.

Freeport 

Tuesday: St. Mary Mother of God Church, 608 High St., will host a Vitalant community blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. in the church hall. Appointments recommended. Appointments: 412-209-7000 or visit donateblood.centralbloodbank.org and use group code G0040286.

Harmar

Today: The 20-piece Shriners Stage Band will perform swing music from the 30’s through the 60s from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Syria Shrine Ballroom, 1877 Shriners Way. Admission: $5. Proceeds benefit Shriners projects.

Harrison

Today: The new Discovering Family Roots group at Community Library of Allegheny Valley will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. Share ideas with others, learn new research tips, and see what research resources are available in the library local history department. Reservations required. Reservations: visit the calendar tab at alleghenyvalleylibrary.org.

Today: 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: Friends of Harrison Hills Park will meet at 10 a.m. in the park Environmental Learning Center, Freeport Road, Natrona Heights. Registration requested. Registration: friendsofharrisonhills@gmail.com.

Saturday: A karaoke night will be from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Veterans of Foreign Wars, 894 Veterans Lane. Members and guests welcome.

Monday: The Outside the Lines Adult Crafting Club at Community Library of Allegheny Valley will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. The group project will be a personalized flower pot. Join the group project or bring your own. New members of all skill levels welcome. Reservations and supply list: Alleghenyvalleylibrary.org or 724-226-3491.

Wednesday : The Kitchen Sink Book Club at Community Library of Allegheny Valley will meet at 6 p.m. at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. The selection will be, “The Crossing,” by Michael Connelly. Online participation available. Reservations required. Reservations: tinyurl.com/3syh626f.

Kiski Township

Saturday: A pancakes and pajama party will be from 4 to 7 p.m. at Apollo Free Methodist Church, 1027 Route 56. Sponsored by the church Kidz Blast, there will be pancakes and toppings; games and a craft. Pajamas optional but encouraged. Details: 724-478-3025.

Saturday: A chicken and biscuit dinner will be served from 4 to 6 p.m. at Spring Church Lutheran Church, 3623 Lutheran Church Road. Cost: $10; age 6 to 12, $5; younger than 5, free; takeouts available for 50 cents extra. Handicap accessible. Details and takeout orders: 724-478-1528.

Kittanning

Saturday and Sunday: Armstrong County Historical Museum and Genealogical Society will host a free living history weekend from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the museum, 300 N. McKean St., Kittanning. French and Indian War re-enactors Proctor’s Militia will be at the museum on Saturday and the 62nd Pa. Volunteer Infantry Living History Family will be there Sunday. A children’s storytime will be at 2 p.m. both days and there will be talks, demonstrations and displays. Free parking available on Vine and McKean streets and behind the museum via the North Grant Avenue entrance.

Leechburg

Saturday: Cross Roads Community Presbyterian Church will have its free takeout monthly Pot Love Dinner at noon at the church, 271 Main St. Reservations required by noon today. There is a one dinner per family member limit. Those with reservations will be served first. Line-up will be outside. Everyone is welcome. Reservations: 724-845-1901 or church@crcpc.org.

Saturday: The Clothing Closet at First Lutheran Church, 358 Main St., will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All items are 20 cents each. Customers should wear a face mask and bring a bag. Clothing donations welcome.

May 28: Leechburg Public Library is selling chances to win a summer basket that includes a pool bag, four pool towels, four commemorative cups and a Leechburg Pool pass for a family of four. Drawing will be Memorial Day weekend. Tickets: $10, available at the library, 139 Market St.

Lower Burrell

Saturday: A food truck festival will be from 1 to 6 p.m. at Lower Burrell Volunteer Fire Co. No. 3, 3255 Leechburg Road. A percentage of sales benefits the fire company.

Saturday: A luncheon bingo will be at 1 p.m. at the Moose, 499 Reimer St. Doors open at 11 a.m. Admission includes lunch at 12:30 p.m., 15 games that win $20 each; four specials that win $30 each; and a $100 must-go jackpot. Details: 724-335-4131.

Saturday: The Veterans of Foreign Wars will feature karaoke with DJ Zombie from 8 to 11 p.m. at the post. Members and three guests welcome.

Sunday: A takeout spaghetti dinner will be from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Moose, 499 Reimer St. Menu: spaghetti, salad and roll, $8.

May 28 to Oct. 8: The Lower Burrell Farmers Market is seeking vendors for the upcoming season. Markets are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at 2800 Bethel St. Setup begins at 8 a.m. Cost: $40 for the season and free electric is available. Merchandise must be home grown, homemade or hand crafted. Vendors must participate the whole season. Details: TimPamKey@yahoo.com.

New Kensington

Today and Saturday: East Kensington Community Circle will have a rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the community circle building, 1785 Seventh St. There will be a summer basket raffle and the kitchen will be open.

Saturday and Monday: The Community Clothes Closet, 1129 Kenneth Ave., will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. First-time customers receive 15 free items. Summer clothing donations accepted during open hours only.

Sunday: The Rivers Church, 200 Freeport Road, will have an outdoor service at 10:45 a.m. followed by lunch and a car cruise at the church. Registration for the cruise will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and there will be free food, children’s activities and door prizes. Bring a lawn chair. Car cruise registration: goriverchurch.com or 724-337-4837.

Wednesday: The Corner and Business New Ken will host a free networking happy hour from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the The Corner Launchbox, 701 Fifth Ave. Light snacks and adult beverages will be available. Reservations required. Reservations: facebook.com/events/1040326076892897. Questions: amp7089@psu.edu.

North Apollo

Saturday: A food truck festival with crafters and vendors will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at North Apollo Volunteer Firehall, 311 16^th St. There will be a basket auction and 50/50.

Parks

Sunday: Parks Township Sportsman’s Club will host 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.

Plum   

Saturday: The free Allegheny County Family Drive-in Movie series planned in Boyce Park wave pool parking lot will be, “Over the Hedge,” rated PG. Reservations required. Gates open at 6 p.m. and close at dusk when the movie starts. There is a 100-vehicle limit. Registration: alleghenycounty.us/special-events.

South Buffalo

Sunday: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Butler County will host a free event with author Linda Schmitmeyer at 11 a.m. at Sower’s Chapel, 100 Iron Bridge Road. Schmitmeyer is the author of the book, “Rambler,” that discusses how a family coped with a loved one’s mental health condition. Public welcome.

Springdale   

Monday : The Sherlock Holmes Book Club at Springdale Free Public Library will meet at 6 p.m. at the library, 331 School St. The selection will be, “The Hound of the Baskervilles,” chapters 1 to 4. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

Tuesday : The Tuesday Night Book Club at Springdale Free Public Library will meet at 6:30 p.m. The selection will be, “The Personal Librarian,” by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.

Tarentum

Saturday: The Clothing Closet at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St., will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A dollar breakfast will be from 8 a.m. to noon. 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.

Vandergrift

Saturday: A rummage sale will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Vandergrift Presbyterian Church, 195 Washington Ave. A $2 bag sale will begin at 2 p.m.

Saturday: A game day for children will begin at noon at the stage area of Kennedy Park. There will be kickball, red rover and four square games and a chance to win a gift card. Parents are encouraged to stay and participate. Sponsored Vandergrift Owls and Vandergrift Parent Project.

June 2: Vendor applications are being accepted for the Vandergrift Farmers Market planned from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays June 2 through Oct. 13 in the Columbia Avenue parking lot. Details: VIP15690@comcast.net.

Washington Township

Today: 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.

West Deer

Today: St. Michael Church, Curtisville, will sponsor a flea market from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the church, Liberty Street. Items will include collectibles, art, ethnic items, books, souvenirs, icons, fabrics and plants. Details: 724-265-1005.

Saturday: Deer Lakes Youth Lacrosse will host a comedy night fundraiser at West Deer Fire Hall No. 1, 1520 Saxonburg Blvd. Doors open at 6 p.m., dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30. David Kaye, Sean Collier and Trey McDonough will be the featured performers. Cost: $40, includes dinner buffet and draft beer. There will be a basket raffle and 50/50. Must be 21 to attend. BYOB. Tickets: slapsticksproductions.com. Details: 412-920-5653.

Sunday: Concerned Citizens of West Deer (CROWD) will host an in-person meeting at 3 p.m. in Veterans No. 1 pavilion at Deer Lakes Park. Refreshments will be served and the Leto deep well application will be discussed. Residents who have questions about fracking behind Dollar General on Oak Road or what to know how to participate in the Leto public hearing scheduled June 30 should attend. Details: concernedresidents.org.