The Stroller, Oct. 22, 2024: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Kiski Valley museums to host open house tour Sunday
Four Kiski Valley museums will host a free open house tour on Sunday. Events will be from 1 to 5 p.m. at Apollo Museum and Historical Society, Hyde Park Museum and Historical Society, Leechburg Museum and Historical Society and Victorian Vandergrift Museum and Historical Society.
Locations and exhibits will include:
• Apollo, 317 N. Second St. – Griftlo Park, woolen mill and a 1970s train setup.
• Hyde Park, Main Street – early street maps with business locations.
• Leechburg, 118 First St. – artwork of Peter Charles Bersharo.
• Vandergrift, 184 Sherman Ave. – 13825 Ahrens Fox fire truck with antique apparatus.
Free shuttle service donated by Byers Taxi Service will be available from all museums. Start your tour at any location. Pick-ups will be on the hour at the Leechburg and Vandergrift museums and on the half hour at Hyde Park and Apollo museums.
NK-Arnold SD to recognize distinguished alumni
The New Kensington-Arnold School District is seeking nominations for its 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award.
Consideration is given to candidates who have made outstanding contributions in areas such as athletics, business, education, journalism, law, manufacturing, medicine, performing arts, public service, science and the trades.
Nominees must be graduates of Valley High School, New Kensington High School or Parnassus High School who have achieved an exceptional level of success within their field or profession and had a positive impact on the broader community after leaving high school. They need to be willing to accept the honor and agree to have their name, picture and a brief description of their accomplishments made public. Nominees may be recognized posthumously.
Deadline for nominations is Dec. 6. For a nomination form, visit the district website, nkasd.com.
Fund aids animals with health problems
The Fur-ever Mine Fund at Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley covers the cost of medical care for cats and dogs that are admitted to the shelter.
Some animals arrive in good health, but many others have medical problems that need to be addressed before they can be adopted.
To make a donation, visit the Donations area at animalprotectors.net.
Calendar
Apollo
Wednesday: Apollo Hose Co. No. 2 will have bingo at 7 p.m. at the firehall, 325 N. Fourth St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. There will be specials and wish jars. Details: 724-478-4831.
Thursday: Apollo Memorial Library will host an evening story time for children 5 and younger at 6 p.m. in the Genie Corey room at the library, 219 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-478-4214 or armstronglibraries.org/apollo.
Saturday : Apollo Memorial Library will host a live-action Clue game at 2 p.m. at the library, Teams of two to four people welcome. The event is recommended for players who are at least 10 years old. Prizes will be awarded, and reservations are required. No walk-ins can be accepted. Reservations: 724-478-4214.
Arnold
Today: The Tomb, 1821 Fifth Ave., will serve a free lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until the food runs out. Details: 878-847-5646.
Friday: St. Vladimir Church, 1610 Kenneth Ave., is accepting orders for its pierogi sale. Varieties: potato or sauerkraut. Pickup: 12:30 to 4 p.m. Fridays in the church social hall. Cost: $14 per dozen. Orders: 724-339-9257, 8 to 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Brackenridge
Wednesday: Al-Anon will meet at 8 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 847 10th Ave. The group offers help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics.
Thursday: Bingo will be at 7:15 p.m. at the American Legion, 845 First Ave. Details: 724-994-6030.
Thursday: The Allegheny Valley Salvation Army and Community Center will distribute free grab-and-go lunches from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the center parking lot, 917 Brackenridge Ave. Free grocery items from Walmart and Aldi will be available. Everyone is 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
Today: Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank will host a drive-through food distribution for anyone in need from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Lernerville Speedway, 313 N. Pike Road. No reservations required. Guests should remain in their vehicles and open their door or trunk and will be served on a first come, first served basis.
Oct. 31: Buffalo Elementary PTO is conducting a spirit wear sale online at tinyurl.com/3r6vhb8d. Pickup: 6 to 7 p.m. Dec. 3 at the school. Order deadline: Oct. 31.
Cheswick
Wednesday: A department service officer from the American Legion will be available by appointment from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the office of Pa. Rep. Mandy Steele, 1296 Pittsburgh St. Appointments: 724-826-5151.
Freeport
Wednesdays: The Thrift Store Clothing Ministry at Freeport United Methodist Church, 211 Fourth St., will be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All items are free, but donations will be accepted. Items available include clothing of all sizes, bedding and window items. Donations of clothing, shoes and boots welcome; must be laundered and free from smoke and pet hair. Wheelchair accessible. Details: 724-295-3095.
Gilpin
Thursday: Gilpin Volunteer Fire Department will host bingo at 7:15 p.m. at the firehall, 113 Firehall Road.
Harrison
Wednesday: The Becky’s Closet community clothing store at Faith Lutheran Church, 1500 Broadview Blvd., will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church. Cost: adult tops and bottoms, 50 cents; children’s clothing, 25 cents. Please bring small bills and your own bags. Donations welcome during these hours. Everyone welcome.
Wednesday: The Agape Thrift Shop at Grace United Methodist Church, 1333 Freeport Road, will be open from 1 to 4 p.m. Clean clothing in all sizes is needed. No housewares or bedding please due to lack of space. Bring donations on Wednesday or leave them on the front porch. Do not place donations in the blue bins behind the church.
Wednesday: Allegheny Valley Association of Churches Food Bank will be open from 1:30 to 5 p.m. at 1913 Freeport Road, Natrona Heights. Food bank participants can receive food allotments twice per month. Those who are not yet registered should come from 3 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday. The Sparrow’s Nest clothing and home goods ministry will be open from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Details and alternate times: 724-226-0606, ext. 10.
Saturday : Community Library of Allegheny Valley will offer a free workshop to make a jug planter of native plants at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd. Penn State Master Gardener Ena Seltzer will lead the workshop. Sessions will be at 9:30, 10, 10:30 and 11 a.m. Children accompanied by an adult welcome. Reservations required. Reservations: visit the event page at Alleghenyvalleylibrary.org.
Jefferson Township
Thursday: Bingo will be at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion, 754 N. Pike Road. Doors open at 5 p.m. The kitchen will be open. Proceeds benefit post and auxiliary projects.
Nov. 9: Leechburg Area Community Association will host a comedy night at 6:30 p.m. at the Marconi Club, 135 River Ave. Doors open at 5 p.m. Performers will be David Michael and Teresa Logan. Must be 21. BYO snacks. Admission: $25. There will be a cash bar, basket auction and 50-50. Tickets: Patricia Klasnick, 724-596-0398, slapsticksproductions.com or stop in at Leechburg Public Library, 139 Market St.
Leechburg
Wednesdays and Saturdays: Leechburg Area Museum, 118 First St., will be open from noon to 3 p.m.
Thursday: Holy Innocents Anglican Church, 366 Third St., will have a lasagna dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. at the church. Menu: lasagna, salad, bread and dessert, $12. Dine in or takeout. A portion of proceeds will benefit local outreach programs. Takeout orders: 724-845-6165 or 724-845-3305 on Thursday.
Lower Burrell
Wednesday: Peoples Library will host Puzzles For Grownups at 1 p.m. at the library, 3052 Wachter Ave. Details: 724-339-1021.
Thursday: The Chess Club at Peoples Library will meet at 4 p.m. at the library, 3052 Wachter Ave. Players age 8 to 18 of all skill levels welcome. Details: 724-339-1021.
New Kensington
Today: A wellness class for those with Parkinson’s Disease will be offered from 1:15 to 2 p.m. at Valley Points Family YMCA, 800 Constitution Blvd. Sponsored by the Parkinson’s Foundation of Western Pennsylvania, the program is a mix of exercises designed to help manage Parkinson’s Disease and includes aerobic and resistance training, stretching, balance, facial and voice exercises. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-335-9191 or tinyurl.com/5n8jp8y9.
Today: Peoples Library, 880 Barnes St., will host a family story time at 11 a.m. Details: 724-339-1021.
Wednesday: Peoples Library will host Puzzles For Grownups at 1 p.m. at the library, 880 Barnes St. Details: 724-339-1021.
Thursday: A Knitting for Beginners group will be at noon at Peoples Library, 880 Barnes St. Details: 724-339-1021.
Thursday: Knead Community Café will hand out free grab-and-go meals from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the cafe, 1011 Barnes St. This week’s meals are sponsored in celebration of Bonnie and Bob Manga’s birthday. To sponsor a meal, visit kneadcommunitycafe.org or call 878-847-7997.
Thursday: New Kensington Eagles Auxiliary Bingo will be at 7 p.m. at the aerie, 2134 Freeport Road. Doors open at 5 p.m. Sales are from 6 to 6:50 p.m. Cost: $25 for a 12-on package; specials will be available. The kitchen will be open. Public welcome. Details: 724-448-7403.
Thursday and Saturday: The Community Clothes Closet, 1129 Kenneth Ave., will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Items available include clothing for all members of the family, shoes, linens, purses and handbags. Household items, dishes, appliances and books will no longer be accepted. Donations welcome during business hours only. Do not leave donations at the door.
Nov. 29 to Dec. 1: Memorial Park Dek Hockey will host a Turkey Cup tournament at the dek hockey rinks in Memorial Park. Cost: $300 per team, includes referee fees and event T-shirts. There will be a silent auction, toy drive for Toys for Tots and 50-50. Team reservation deadline: Nov. 1. Details: bit.ly/3ZaLpqA.
Oakmont
Today: Oakmont Carnegie Library hosts an Anime Club for teens from 3 to 5 p.m. at the library, 700 Allegheny River Blvd. No reservations required. Details: 412-828-9532.
Tuesdays: Taking Pounds Off Sensibly (TOPS) meets at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1261 Pennsylvania Ave. Private weigh-ins will be from 5:45 to 6:10 p.m. and the meeting will be afterward. The first meeting is free. Details: 412-828-3854 or jmjkwj@gmail.com.
Wednesday : The Books and Brews Book Club at Oakmont Carnegie Library will meet at 5 p.m. at Acclamation. The selection will be “All the Colors of the Dark” by Chris Whitaker. Reservations required. Reservations and details: oakmontlibrary.org.
Thursday: Oakmont Carnegie Library will host “Animals of the Night” with Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh from 6 to 7 p.m. at the library, 700 Allegheny River Blvd. Recommended for children who are at least in elementary school, teens and families. Reservations required. Reservations: 412-828-9532.
Springdale
Thursday: Lower Valley Community Food Bank will distribute food from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday from the rear entrance of the Springdale borough building, 325 School St. Do not arrive before 12:45 p.m. Anyone in need of food who lives in Springdale, Springdale Township, Cheswick, Harmar and the sections of Indiana Township and West Deer with a zip code of 15024 is welcome. New recipients can register Thursday.
Thursday: The diaper pantry at St. Mark Lutheran Church will distribute free diapers from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the church, 600 Pittsburgh St. Advance registration required. First-time recipients must provide their own ID, the child’s birth certificate and a current WIC or SNAP card. Distributions are the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. Registration: 724-274-5313.
Nov. 15: Springdale Free Public Library is accepting orders for pies and pumpkin rolls from The Pie Shoppe in Laughlintown. Varieties: chocolate meringue, coconut cream meringue, lemon meringue, apple, blackberry, cherry, Dutch apple, harvest, peach, raisin, razzleberry and pumpkin pies, and pumpkin rolls, all $12. All items arrive fresh and can be frozen. Paid order deadline: Nov. 4. Pick-up: Nov. 15. Orders: 724-274-9729.
Tarentum
Wednesdays and Saturdays: The Alle-Kiski Valley Heritage Museum, 224 E. Seventh Ave., is open from noon to 3 p.m. and other times by appointment. Details: 724-224-7666.
Wednesday: The Elks will host bingo at 6:30 p.m. at the lodge, 219 E. Sixth Ave. The kitchen is open to the public from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Menu: elks644.org/elks-kitchen-1. Orders: 724-226-1644 by 8:15 p.m.
Washington Township
Wednesday: Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 6 p.m. at Union Presbyterian Church, 656 Route 380.
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.
Winfield
Thursday: The Matrona Family Resource Center at Cabot Church, 707 Winfield Road, will be open from 6 to 8 p.m. New and gently used clothing in sizes preemie through 10/12 will be available, as well as strollers, car seats, toys and more. No reservations required. Details: 724-524-1809 or tinyurl.com/mw9kd9cp.