The Stroller, July 5, 2024: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Benefit concert to aid Tarentum Police Department
Kaley’s Kops, 423 Productions and No Offseason Entertainment will host a benefit concert featuring Brian Kelley, formerly of the group Florida Georgia Line, at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 4 at No Offseason Sports Complex, 904 Little Deer Creek Valley Road, West Deer.
Gates open at 5 p.m. Proceeds will donated to the Tarentum Police Department to purchase, train and put a K9 unit into service. Additional proceeds will be used for bulletproof vests and other needs of the department, all in honor of fallen officers.
For tickets and more information, visit tixr.com/e/104523.
Bar-Kays to perform Sunday at Hartwood Acres
The free 2024 Allegheny County Summer Concert series will feature funk band the Bar-Kays with Clinton Clegg at 7 p.m. Sunday at Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater, 4070 Middle Road, Hampton.
Bring a chair. Popup tents and umbrellas are permitted but must be taken down before the performance begins. Dogs are permitted but must be on a leash at all times and be up to date on all vaccinations and licensing. Owners must clean up after their dogs.
Calendar
Arnold
Saturday: Arnold United Methodist Church, 1801 Leishman Ave., will host an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon at the church. Menu: choice of plain, blueberry, pecan and chocolate chip pancakes or French toast, sausage and drink. Dine in or takeout. Cost: $9; younger than 12, $7. Details: 724-339-2377.
Bethel
Thursday: The Outdoor Discovery Center at Crooked Creek and Ford City Public Library will host a free story night and hike for children 3 and older at 6 p.m. at the center, 142 Kerr Road. The selection will be “Fraser, the Forest Ranger.” Reservations required. Reservations: armstrongcenter.org/odc-events.
East Vandergrift
Today, Saturday and Sunday: A rummage sale will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today and Saturday and noon to 1 p.m. Sunday in the basement of Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, 420 McKinley Ave. Details: 724-478-4958.
Sunday: Our Lady, Queen of Peace Parish will have bingo at 6:30 p.m. in the church social hall, 411 McKinley Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. There will be a 56-number jackpot game, a 43-number picture frame game and a magic number game. Details: 724-478-4958.
Harmar
Sunday: Advance Auto Parts will host a car show to benefit Eureka Emergency Rescue Service at 10 a.m. at Zone 28, 2525 Freeport Road. Registration begins at 9 a.m. There will be food, a silent auction and all-day 50-50. Vehicle registration will be by donation. Details: Joshua Borland, 724-472-2283 or jsborland51@icloud.com.
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 jackpot game.
July 13: Community Library of Allegheny Valley will host The Great Craft Swap from 10 a.m. to noon at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. Donations of yarn, fabric, ribbons, beads, paints, brushes, clay and other craft materials will be accepted through Thursday during library hours. Those who make donations will receive a ticket to come back at 10 a.m. Saturday to make selections. The public is welcome to come at 11 a.m. All tools and materials must be clean and in working order. Details: 724-226-3491.
Lower Burrell
Saturday: The Joseph “Bud” Myers Farmers Market will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Bon Air School parking lot, 3260 Leechburg Road.
July 13: The trash to treasures sale planned at The Rivers 15068 is canceled. Details: 724-337-4837 or sharen@goriverchurch.com.
July and August: Peoples Library, 3052 Wachter Ave., will host an exhibit of the works of artist Joyce Clohecy of Natrona Heights, Harrison, during operating hours. A a member of the East Suburban Artists League and Pittsburgh Watercolor Society, she works in watercolor and mixed media.
Oakmont
Through August 31: Kerr Memorial Museum, 402 Delaware Ave., Oakmont, is featuring an exhibit of elegant fashions of the late 1800s to the Roaring ‘20s at the museum. Items on display were donated to the museum by the W. H. Brown Family of Pittsburgh. Hours are by appointment. Tours and information: 412-826-9295 to schedule a tour.
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.
Tarentum
Saturday: The Clothing Closet at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St., will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The church is conducting a clothing drive. Clean clothes, belts, shoes and purses in any condition will be accepted during the Clothing Closet on Saturdays through July 11. Alternate drop-off and pickup times: 724-882-2185.
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.