The Stroller, Nov. 15, 2024: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Donations sought for annual Vandergrift food drive
Vandergrift Police Department is conducting its Feed the Families food drive through Nov. 22.
Non-perishable food items and monetary contributions will be accepted from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays at the police station, 109 Grant Ave., in care of Officer Joe Gray. Families in need can send an email to Officer Gray at gray@vandergriftborough.com.
Tarentum church conducting annual mobility equipment drive
Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St., Tarentum, is collecting canes, crutches, walkers, shower chairs, incontinence supplies and manual wheelchairs through Nov. 30 to be donated to Global Links, a charity that works to redirect still-useful materials away from landfills to support public health programs in targeted communities throughout the Western Hemisphere.
To schedule a time to drop off a donation, call the church at 724-224-9220.
Calendar
Allegheny Township
Thursday : American Wine Society will meet at 7 p.m. at River Forest Country Club, 130 Club House Drive. The date was listed incorrectly in the Nov. 9 Stroller column. Adam Knoerzer will discuss “Same Grape, Different Regions” highlighting climate and the factors that affect the flavor and quality of wine grapes. Six wines from around the world will be served paired with food. Cost: $47. Paid reservations required by 5 p.m. Nov. 17. Guests welcome. Information: allekiski@yahoo.com.
Apollo
Nov. 22 and 23: Apollo United Presbyterian Church, 401 First St., is accepting reservations for its annual Christmas tea. Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. for a craft sale and entertainment will be at 11:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. Menu: chicken salad or baked ham croissant. Cost: $20. Proceeds will benefit Food 4 Kids and Apollo Area Food Bank. Paid reservations required. Tickets: 724-478-4807, text 724-448-7887 or 9 a.m. to noon Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to noon Thursdays at the church.
Brackenridge
Today: The American Legion will feature Anthony & Peter Acoustics from 7 to 11 p.m. at the post, 845 First Ave. Members and guests welcome.
Nov. 22: The American Legion Entertainment Committee is selling tickets for a $2,500 Christmas cash raffle. Winner will be the 7 p.m. Pa. Pick 3 lottery number. Cost: $10, includes two numbers. Tickets: 724-980-1745 or 724-224-8444.
Buffalo Township
Dec. 7: Buffalo Elementary School PTO is accepting vendor reservations for a holiday market. Reservations: tinyurl.com/532dp4kp.
Harrison
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. at the park Environmental Center, Freeport Road. Public welcome.
Indiana Township
Saturday: Trinity United Church of Christ, Dorseyville, will sponsor a winter coat giveaway from 9 a.m. to noon in the assembly hall, 3712 Saxonburg Blvd. All sizes available. A collection bin is available for coat donations by the lower red doors. Details: 412-767-4794.
Jefferson Township
Tuesday and Wednesday: Concordia Haven Retirement Living Apartments will sponsor open house events at 2 p.m. in the Haven I dining room, 112 Marwood Road. Use Entrance 2A. There will be an educational seminar and free appetizers, drinks and tours. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are preferred. Reservations: Peggy Trettel, 724-352-5378, ptrettel@concordialm.org or the event section at www.concordiahaven.org.
Leechburg
Saturday: Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company will host a turkey bingo at 4:30 p.m. at the firehall, 268 Canal St. Doors open at 3 p.m. and an early bird jackpot game that pays $300 will be at 4 p.m. Cost: $35 in advance; at the door, $45; includes a light meal, and a packet for 20 regular games that pay $100 and four specials that pay $250. There will be a $1,000 must-go jackpot game. Tickets: Melissa, 724-332-9090.
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 Friday. 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. Please bring a bag. Donations welcome.
Saturday: The Leechburg Museum is closed for the season. Visits are available by appointment. Details: 724-845-8914 and leave a message or email lamahs@windstream.net.
Nov. 21: Leechburg Public Library will sponsor a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving celebration for children age 3 to 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the library, 139 Market St. The movie will be screened and there will be snacks and a craft. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-236-0080.
Dec. 14 and 15: Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company is accepting table reservations for a craft and vendor fair set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the firehall. Cost: $30 for one day; $50 for both, includes a table and chair. Details: Melissa, 724-332-9090 or allermelissa@comcast.net.
Lower Burrell
Today: Peoples Library will host “Construction Crew,” an hour of play with building supplies, at 1 p.m. at the library, 3052 Wachter Ave. Details: 724-339-1021.
Saturday: A luncheon bingo will be at 1 p.m. at the Moose, 499 Reimer St. Doors open at 11 a.m. Plan to arrive by 12:30 p.m. Admission: $20, includes lunch, 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 the 56 East Band from 8 to 11 p.m. at the post. Members and three guests welcome.
Sunday: The American Legion, 1100 Wildlife Lodge Road, will be open for breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon. Menu: pancakes, creamed ground beef on toast, eggs made to order with toast, home fries, and sausage or bacon.
Tuesday: Westarm Therapy, 3160 Kipp Ave., will offer a free seminar, “Treating Dizziness and Vertigo with Physical Therapy” at 6 p.m. Physical therapist Will Jones will be the speaker. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-337-6522 or administration@westarmtherapy.com.
Nov. 22: A fall dance will be from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Moose, 499 Reimer St. Super2 Productions will play oldies and more. The kitchen will be open with a special menu. Cost: $10, includes light snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. Public welcome. Tickets: at the lodge or at the door. Details: text 724-448-2506 or email NKMoose53@gmail.com.
Parks Township
Today: Parks Township Volunteer Fire Department will host bingo at 7 p.m. in the firehall, 1119 Dalmation Drive. Doors open at 5 p.m.
Sunday: Parks Township Sportsman’s Club will have 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.
Sharpsburg
Nov. 27: Addiction Recovery Ministry will host a trivia night at 8 p.m. at the John Paul I Center, 201 Ninth St. Pizza and soft drinks will be available and prizes will be awarded to the top three teams. Admission: $10. Teams and individuals welcome. Reservations required. Reservations: Rosemarie, 412-378-9290 or rhaasarm@gmail.com.
Springdale
Thursday : Springdale Free Public Library, 331 School St., will host a Thanksgiving-themed family fun night for all ages at 6 p.m. There will be a craft and snack. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-274-9729.
Through Nov. 30: Springdale Free Public Library is collecting non-perishable food during November for donation to Lower Valley Food Bank. Items will be donated Dec. 3 in honor of Giving Tuesday. Details: 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. The monthly dollar breakfast will be from 8 a.m. to noon. Menu: pancakes, sausage, coffee and juice. Details: 724-224-9220.
Saturdays: First Baptist Church, 410 E. Third Ave., will have a contemporary worship service at 3 p.m. at the church. Come dressed as you are.
Saturday: Bethel AME Church will host a $1 spaghetti dinner from noon to 3 p.m. at the church, 250 Western Ave. Assorted breads and soups will be available. Please call at least one hour in advance for orders of more than four spaghetti dinners. Orders: 724-224-2417.
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.
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.
Sunday: A spaghetti dinner to benefit the Kiski Area High School baseball team will be from 3 to 7 p.m. at Poke Run Presbyterian Church social hall, 1091 Poke Run Church Road. Menu: spaghetti, meatballs, bread, salad and dessert. Cost: $10; children, $8. Details: Angela, 724-757-9484 or kiskiareabaseball@gmail.com.
Nov. 28: The Kiski Valley Turkey Trot 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Run to benefit Kiski Area Youth Network will be Thanksgiving, Nov. 28 at Kunkle Park, 985 Pine Run Church Road. Serious and casual runners and walkers of all ages welcome. Proceeds benefit Kiski Area Youth Network. Registration: kvturkeytrot.com.
West Deer
Nov. 23: The deacons of East Union Church, in cooperation with the West Deer Food Bank, will distribute Thanksgiving baskets to local families in need. Baskets can be sponsored for $75 each and include everything needed for dinner. No amount is too small. Cash, checks and Venmo accepted. Donations: 292 East Union Road, Cheswick PA 15024. Details: 724-265-1381.