The Stroller, Sept. 16, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley

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Free concerts planned this weekend in Freeport

Freeport Renaissance Association will sponsor two free outdoor concerts this weekend in Riverside Park, Freeport.

Let’s Duet will present classic soft rock at 7 p.m. Friday. At 7 p.m. Saturday, Jordan McLaughlin and the Fourth Hour will offer country rock.

Those attending are encouraged to wear face masks and observe social distancing.

Pot Love Dinner planned Saturday in Leechburg

Cross Roads Community Presbyterian Church, Leechburg, will host its monthly free Pot Love Dinner at noon Saturday at the church, 271 Main St.

The event will be takeout only and reservations are required by noon Friday. There is a limit of one dinner per family member. Those with reservations will be served first. For reservations, call 724-845-1901 or email church@crcpc.org.

Line-up will be outside and social distancing must be observed.

Free movie in the park set for Kunkle Park

A free screening of the movie, “Monsters University” rated G, will be at dusk Friday in Kunkle Park, Washington Township.

Bring chairs, blankets and snacks. There will be concessions, crafts for children and the Kona Ice truck will be on site.

The event is sponsored by Friends of Scout Pack 500 in cooperation with Washington Township Supervisors.

Casino Theatre seeking donations

The Casino Theater in Vandergrift is seeking donations to help with the upkeep and maintenance of the theater during the current pandemic.

Since mid-March six shows at the theater have been canceled, but the costs of maintenance and utility bills continue to come in. Revenue lost from these performances could top $25,000.

The theater is marking its 120th anniversary this year and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Donations can be sent to Casino Theatre Restoration and Management, 145 Lincoln Ave., PO Box 202, Vandergrift PA 15690. Contributions are fully tax deductible.

‘Harwick Remembered’ book on sale at Springdale Library

Springdale Free Public Library is selling copies of the new book, “Harwick Remembered,” by Carroll Gagliardi Lund.

The book includes photographs and interviews with many of the Harwick village people. Cost is $25 plus tax.

To purchase a copy, call the library at 724-274-9729 or stop in at the library, 331 School St., Springdale.

Proceeds will benefit the library.

Free movie to be screened at Hartwood Acres Park

The free Allegheny County Date Night Drive-In Movie series will feature the film, “La La Land,” rated PG-13, at sundown Friday at Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater parking lot, Indiana Township.

Gates open at 7 p.m. Attendance is limited to the first 300 vehicles so plan to arrive early. Movie audio is played through a radio transmitter on 87.9 FM. 

Calendar

Arnold

Thursday: A praise and worship service will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. the community room of Arnold Towers, 1528 Horne Blvd., Arnold. The Revs. Carmen Butler and Harold M. Mele Jr. will be the speakers. Details: 724-334-1849.

Freeport

Today: The Thrift Store Clothing Ministry at Freeport United Methodist Church, 211 Fourth St., will be open from noon to 3 p.m. at the church. Winter clothing is available. Cash only. Donations must be laundered. Details: 724-295-2476

Gilpin  

Thursdays: Gilpin Volunteer Fire Department kitchen will be open from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursdays for takeout food. Menu: visit the department Facebook page. Orders: 724-845-7200, leave a message

Sunday: Gilpin Volunteer Fire Department is accepting orders for a takeout chicken dinner. Pickups will begin at 4:30 p.m. at the firehall, 113 Firehall Road. Menu: chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, coleslaw, roll and dessert. Cost: $10. Advance orders strongly recommended. Orders: 724-845-7200

Harrison   

Today: Community Library of Allegheny Valley will host a free online presentation, “The Magic of Doc Dixon,” at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom.us. Registration required. Registration: alleghenyvalleylibrary.org

Kiski Area School District

Today: Kiski Area School Board will conduct the informational meeting at 7 p.m. via teleconference. Access information: john.tedorski@kiskiarea.com or call 724-842-0457

Leechburg

Today: The free genealogy group at Leechburg Area Museum and Historical Society will meet from 10 a.m. to noon at the museum, 118 First St. All experience levels welcome. Ancestry.com and Newspaper.com are available. Details: Judy, 724-681-9154

Lower Burrell 

Saturday: Church of God will host a parking lot treasures sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, 273 Chester Dr. Spaces: $5. Reservations and details: 724-335-4422 or lbcog@hotmail.com

Mondays through Thursdays: American Legion kitchen will be open for takeout orders from members and guests from 3 to 7 p.m. at the post, 1100 Wildlife Lodge Road. Menu: facebook.com/post868/. Orders: 724-339-9417

New Kensington 

Thursday: New Kensington Board of Health will conduct a special meeting at 6 p.m. in city hall, 301 11th St. Social distancing will be observed.

Oct. 1: Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley is taking orders for a Fat Cat’s Subs hoagie sale. Varieties: Italian, turkey and ham and cheese. Cost: $8, cash or check payable at pickup. Order deadline is 9 p.m. Sept 27. Pickup: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 1 at the new building, 730 Church St. Orders: tlibengood@animalprotectors.net.

Oct. 24: Knead Community Café, 1011 Barnes St., is accepting applications from crafters and vendors for an outdoor fall harvest fair. Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rain or shine. Details: 878-302-3270 or kneadcommunitycafe.org/events

Oakmont

Thursday: Oakmont Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing at 7 p.m. in the municipal building, 767 Fifth St. Details: 412-828-3232

Parks

Thursday: Parks Township Sportmen’s Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the club, 1111 Shipman Road. New members welcome. Details: 724-845-2390 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Friday: A takeout fish fry will be from 4 to 8 p.m. at Parks Township Volunteer Fire Department, 1119 Dalmation Drive. Menu: Fish sandwich or chicken strips, fries or macaroni and cheese, coleslaw and drink, $10. Orders: 724-567-5517

South Buffalo 

Oct. 10: South Buffalo Volunteer Fire Department will host its annual purse bash at 2 p.m. at the firehall, 695 Freeport Road. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Cost: $30, includes food and water. All other drinks BYOB. Only 250 tickets will be sold. There will be a basket raffle, bingo, 50/50, early bird specials and raffles for other purses. Tickets and details: call or text 724-355-3555

Springdale 

Today: The Craft Group at Springdale Free Public Library will meet at 1 and 6 p.m. at the library, 331 School St. Attend either session. The first project will be to finish the tea cups that were not finished last year. New members welcome. CDC guidelines will be observed. Reservations required. Reservations and information: 724-274-9729

Sept. 30: Springdale Free Public Library is conducting a bingo fundraiser through Sept. 30. Cards are three for $10 and can be purchased at the library, 331 School St. Stop in participating borough businesses to pull a number for your card. When you get an X, return the card to the library for a thank you gift and be entered into the grand prize drawing. A percentage of proceeds will be matched by the Jack Buncher Foundation. Details: 724-274-9729

Tarentum

Today: The Tarentum Farmers Market will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Face masks required.

Thursday: Rams Youth Football Association will sponsor a food truck fundraiser with Sonny’s Smorgasbord from 6 to 8 p.m. at Dreshar Stadium, First Avenue. A portion of proceeds will help the association keep costs affordable for families.

Vandergrift  

Fridays and Saturdays: The Veterans of Foreign Wars will sell takeout food from 1 to 8 p.m. at the post, 141 Sumner Ave. Curb-side delivery available. Members welcome to dine in. Menu: visit the post Facebook page. Orders after 2 p.m.: 724-568-1427

Sept. 30: Vandergrift Public Library is having a book sale through Sept. 30 at the library, 128C Washington Ave. Cost: $3 per Giant Eagle bag; used puzzles and audio books, $1. Details: 724-568-2212

Cancellations and changes

Apollo

Apollo Area Historical Society has canceled all programs for the rest of the year, including the banquet.

Brackenridge

October: The Prospect Cemetery annual ghost tours are canceled. Details: 724-224-4552

Freeport

October: The Freeport Halloween carnival is canceled. 

Harrison

All activities at Burtner House are canceled through the end of the year.

Jefferson

Oct. 3: The annual Oktoberfest at Concordia Lutheran Ministries is canceled. A drive-in fireworks display is still planned. Details will be announced.

Leechburg

Saturday: The annual Pink Day festival is canceled.

October: The Halloweenburg Festival is canceled.

Oakmont

Saturday: The Fall Festival Street Sale planned by the Oakmont Chamber of Commerce is canceled.

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.

Springdale 

Oct. 3: The Monte Carlo Night planned by Springdale High School Alumni Association is canceled. Association meetings are suspended until further notice.

Tarentum

October: The annual BooFest event is canceled.

November: The annual joint Christmas Parade with Brackenridge is canceled.

Washington Township

Saturday: The annual Moonlight Bingo at Washington Township Volunteer Firehall is canceled.