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Freeport to celebrate September By the River

Freeport Renaissance Association will host its September By The River Festival from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday and noon to 3 p.m. Sunday in Riverside Park.

There will be raffles, food, vendors and children’s games each day. There will be entertainment in the park gazebo each day including the Family Tradition Band from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and the Kiski Valley Community Band at noon Sunday.

Freeport Area Library will have a New to You sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the library, 428 Market St.

Burtner House to mark 200th birthday

Burtner House Restoration Society will celebrate the 200th birthday of the homestead at a festival from noon to 6 p.m. at the homestead, 965 Burtner Road, Natrona Heights, Harrison.

Free admission. There will be free cupcakes while they last, a flag ceremony by local Boy Scouts, bluegrass bands, food trucks, basket raffles and tours of the homestead. Free parking will be available on the dirt section of the parking lot of Citizens Hose Fire Hall, Burtner Road, with free shuttle service to the festival. No parking is available at the homestead.

Cash bash planned Saturday in East Vandergrift

Our Lady Queen of Peace Church in East Vandergrift will host a Cash Bash at 7 p.m. Saturday in the parish social hall., 420 McKinley Ave.

Doors open at 5 p.m. There will be pull tabs, 50/50 raffles and a basket raffle.

Admission is $25 and includes food, beverages and chances to win $3,000 in prizes. Must be at least 21 to attend. For tickets, call Crystal at 724-882-9212, or stop in the parish office or in the church vestibule after Sunday Mass.

Leechburg Pink Festival to raise funds for breast cancer research

The 10th annual Leechburg Pink Festival will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday on Market Street in Leechburg.

There will be music and entertainment at stages at Market and Second streets and Freedom Square, horse and buggy rides, a basket raffle, a Kids Zone at Kiski Valley Community Church, a foam party at 3:30 p.m. and craft and food vendors. Proceeds benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Calendar

Arnold

Saturday: The Tomb, formerly known as Sheep Coffeehouse, 1821 Fifth Ave., will feature the group A Glimpse Above at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Free Lunch with Us is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays. Details: 724-339-8888

Saturday: A hot roast beef sandwich dinner will be from 4 to 6 p.m. at Calvary Lutheran Church, 1721 Victoria Ave. Dine in or takeout. Cost: $10. Details: 724-335-0101

Brackenridge

Today: Bingo will begin at 7:15 p.m. at the American Legion, 845 First Ave.

Saturday: Trinity United Methodist Church, 847 10th Ave., will present Kip London in concert at 7 p.m. in the church sanctuary. Donations will be accepted. Face masks and social distancing encouraged.

Cheswick

Today: The Pittsburgh Shrine Center will present a free outdoor concert featuring Pierce Dipner and the Shades of Blue from 7 to 9 p.m. under cover at the center, 1877 Shriners Way, Cheswick. Gates open at 6 p.m. Seating and tables will be provided, and food and beverages will be sold. No outside food and beverages, please.

Etna

Friday: The Pittsburgh North chapter of the Women’s Business Network will meet at 9 a.m. at Eat N Park Restaurant, Route 8 and Saxonburg Blvd. Those attending can learn how the group supports the success and growth of women in business. Meetings are the first and third Fridays of the month. Reservations required. Reservations and sign on information: Kathy Bell, 412-855-0578

Freeport

Today: Freeport’s Food Truckin’ will be from 4 to 8 p.m. in the parking lot of Laube Hall. Vendor fees are $25 for the first week and $50 for each additional week and will benefit Restore Freeport Community Park. Details: Jackie, 724-234-9373

Gilpin  

Today: Cub Scout Pack 553 will host sign-up night from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Gilpin Park pavilion 2 in Gilpin-Leechburg Park, Park Road. Details: Adam Spiering, 412-889-1295 or adampatty@windstream.net

Today: Gilpin Volunteer Fire Department will host bingo at 7:15 p.m. at the firehall, 113 Firehall Road.

Harrison

Today: Community Library of Allegheny Valley will host a 3D Printing Party from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. Learn how 3D printing works, what it can be used for and print out some designs yourself. Recommended for those who are at least 12 years old. No reservations required. Details: 724-226-3491

Friday: 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.

Friday: Community Library of Allegheny Valley will host, “Discovering Family Roots: Extra! Extra! Finding Your Ancestors in Newspapers,” at 1 p.m. in the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd., Natrona Heights. Pamela Israel, genealogist from “Unlock Your History,” will be the speaker. Reservations and face masks required. Reservations: alleghenyvalleylibrary.org

Saturday: Building Block of Natrona will host its free Veggies for All and Cosmetics Closet outreach for residents in need at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 28 Garfield St., Natrona. Patrons should not arrive before 12:45 p.m. Free produce and personal care and hygiene products will be distributed until supplies run out. No income verification required. Everyone welcome. Masks are required and social distancing will be observed.

Saturday: The Natrona Village Funfest will be from 2 to 8 p.m. in the American Legion parking lot, 65 Garfield St. There will be a kids coloring contest, food, fire prevention games and a silent auction. Sponsored by Volunteer Hose Co. No. 1 Natrona.

Sept. 25: Community Library of Allegheny Valley is selling “Love Your Library” T-shirts at alleghenyvalleylibrary.org. Cost: $19.99; youth shirts, $17.99. Those who purchase a shirt can come from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 25 to the library and tie dye their shirt. All supplies included. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the library and be matched by the Jack Buncher Foundation for Love Your Library month. Details: 724-226-3491

Nov. 6: Highlands Marching Band is seeking vendors for a fall craft show. Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Applications: hvmubcraftshow@gmail.com

Kiski Township

Saturday: A flea market and craft show will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Kiski Township Firehall, 1037 Route 56. Cost: $10 per space. Vendor information: 724-681-2023

Leechburg

Today: A New Path Al-Anon Family Group, a free, confidential program for anyone whose life has been affected by someone else’s drinking, will meet at 7 p.m. in First United Methodist Church, 251 Main St. Face masks and social distancing required.

Saturday: Cross Roads Community Presbyterian Church free takeout monthly Pot Love Dinner will begin at noon at the church, 271 Main St. Reservations required by noon Friday. One dinner per family member limit. Those with reservations will be served first. Line-up will be outside and social distancing must be observed. Everyone welcome. Reservations: 724-845-1901 or email 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.

Dec. 11 and 12: Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company is seeking crafters and vendors for a Christmas craft show set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the firehall, 268 Canal St. Cost: $30 for an 8-foot table with two chairs for one day; or $50 for both days. Details: Melissa, 724-332-9090 or allermelissa@comcast.net or Shay, 724-596-2858

Lower Burrell

Saturday: The Back the Blue concert fundraiser will be from 1 to 8 p.m. at Mogie’s Magill Grill, 3210 Leechburg Road. Rain or shine. Bands scheduled include John Melnick, Speeches, TKO Acoustic, Mad Alice, Mojo the Band, Heidi & the Hellcats and Bit House Pete. There will be a T-shirt sale and 50/50 raffle. Proceeds will benefit local police departments and Tunnels To Towers Foundation.

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

Saturday: The Lower Burrell Farmers Market will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the municipal building, 2800 Schreiber St. The Lions Club will sell brooms.

Saturday: The Veterans of Foreign Wars will feature the Stagger Lee Band from 8 to 11 p.m. at the post. Members and three guests welcome.

Saturday: Lower Burrell Volunteer Fire Department No. 3 will present a free outdoor movie night at 8 p.m. at the firehall, 3255 Leechburg Road. The featured film will be, “Raya and the Last Dragon,” rated PG. Bring a lawn chair. Free popcorn and shaved ice will be served while supplies last.

New Kensington 

Today: Knead Community Café in New Kensington will hand out free grab-and-go dinners from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the café, 1011 Barnes St. This week’s meals are sponsored by the deacons of United Presbyterian Church of New Kensington. Those picking up meals are reminded to observe social distancing while waiting in line.

Today: New Kensington Eagles Auxiliary Bingo will be at 7 p.m. at the aerie, 2134 Freeport Road. Doors open at 5 p.m. The kitchen will be open with new selections. Social distancing will be observed, and masks are required except when eating. Public welcome. Details: 724-448-7403

Friday and Saturday: Logan’s Ferry Presbyterian Church will have a treasure sale and silent auction from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the church, 750 Church St. There will be a $1 admission fee Friday, free admission Saturday. Food will be sold Saturday. No early bird sales either day.

Saturday: A junk-in-the trunk sale will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. near the tennis courts in Memorial Park. Sponsored by the New Kensington chapter of the Philanthropic Education Organization. Proceeds will benefit women’s higher education locally and internationally.

Oct. 9: Tables reservations are being accepted for a craft and vendor show at East Ken Community Center, 1785 Seventh St. Cost: $10. Details: Marie, 724-472-5106

Oct. 16: Knead Community Café is accepting space applications from crafters and vendors for a harvest fair set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the café, 1011 Barnes St. Applications: marciecoveyleo@gmail.com or stop in from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays or 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at the cafe

North Apollo

Oct. 9: North Apollo Volunteer Fire Department is seeking food truck vendors and basket auction donations for its food truck rally set for 4 to 9 p.m. at the firehall, 311 16th St. Details and applications: Chris at nachief170@gmail.com or leave a message at the station at 724-478-4260

Parks

Today: Parks Township Sportsman Club Association will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the club, 1111 Shipman Road. There will be a vote on a bylaw change. 2022 dues are now payable and will be accepted from 9:30 to 11 a.m. daily. Applications are available at the door and can be mailed in.

Plum

Sept. 25: FallFest 2021 will be from noon to 6 p.m. at the Plum Baseball fields, 1040 Ross Hollow Road. There will be food, craft beer, pony rides and a farmers market. A pumpkin patch for the first 500 borough children registered will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Reservations: plumboro.com

Saxonburg

Today: Organ concerts and hymn sings will be at 6 and 7 p.m. at St. Lutheran Church, 310 W. Main St. as part of the monthly Mingle on Main event. Ellen Dodge will be the featured organist.

Springdale

Sept. 21 and 28: Springdale Free Public Library is accepting reservations for Tuesday Story Times. Schedule: Read to Me, infants to 2 years old, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; and Story Explorers, ages 3 and 4, 11:15 a.m. to noon. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729

Sept. 23: The Mystery Lover’s Book Club at Springdale Free Public Library will meet at 10 a.m. at the library, 331 School St. The selection will be, “A Share in Death,” by Deborah Crombie. Copies available at the library. New members welcome. Reservations: 724-274-9729

Sept. 24: Springdale Free Public Library is accepting orders for pies, cinnamon rolls, pumpkin rolls, apple dumplings and snails from The Pie Shoppe in Laughlintown. Varieties: chocolate meringue, coconut meringue, lemon meringue, apple, dutch apple, blackberry, wild blueberry, razzleberry, cherry, peach and raisin, all $10; pumpkin rolls, $10; 6 cinnamon rolls with white icing, $7; 6 cinnamon rolls with cream cheese icing, $7.50; apple dumplings, 3 for $8; 12 snails, $7.50. Order deadline: today. Pick-up: after noon Sept. 24 at the library, 331 School St. Orders: 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

Vandergrift

Today: The Farmers Market will be open from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in the Columbia Avenue parking lot. Details: vandergriftfarmersmarket.weebly.com/

Friday: Vandergrift Public Library and Kiski Area Youth Network will host a free Teen Afterhours event from 6 to 10 p.m. for students in sixth through 12th grade at the library, 128C Washington Ave. Teens can enjoy food, games and friends with adult supervision. Details: 724-568-2212

Sept. 22: Vandergrift Public Library will host a Home School Meet Up and Think Tank at 11 a.m. at the library, 128C Washington Ave. Homeschoolers of all ages are welcome to meet others and learn about the resources at the library. The group plans to meet monthly. Registration required. Registration: 724-568-2212

Verona

Saturday: Twin Boro Apaches Football Team will sponsor a comedy night at 8 p.m. in the Eagles upstairs ballroom, 315 James St. There will be a DJ and three comedians. Admission: $25, includes beer and Italian buffet. Tickets: J.B. Schaal, 412-735-5806 or Joe, 412-337-0384 The event is part of the Verona 150th anniversary celebration.

Washington Township

Friday: 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.

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