The Stroller, Sept. 25, 2024: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
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Fridays on Fifth event to feature food, music and more
The monthly Fridays on Fifth event will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday along Fifth Avenue in New Kensington.
Shops, businesses and eateries will be open and there will be live music and food trucks. The event is sponsored by the New Kensington Recreation Commission.
Miss Freddye to present free concert in West Deer
Highpointe at Rebecca will present Miss Freddye’s Homecookin’ Band in concert from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Friday in the facility’s outdoor courtyard, 1871 Highpointe Lane, West Deer.
In case of inclement weather, the free concert will be inside. Tours of the facility will be available and refreshments will be served.
Reservations are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. For a reservation, call Julie Spirnock at 724-444-1521.
Calendar
Apollo
Today: Apollo Hose Company 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.
Thursday: The Yarn Good Time Fiber Arts Group at Apollo Memorial Library will meet from 5 to 7 p.m. at the library, 219 N. Pennsylvania Ave. All ages and skill levels welcome. Details: 724-478-4214.
Friday: Apollo Hose Co. No. 3, 707 N. Fifth St., will host a Wing Night from 5 to 11 p.m. or until sold out at the fire hall. Cost: $22, dozen wings; half dozen, $11; basket of fries, $4. Dine in or take out. Take-out orders: 724-478-3001.
Oct. 12: St. James Parish, Apollo, will sponsor a Night at the Races at 7 p.m. at the parish activities center, 109 Owens View Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and light fare will be available at 6 p.m. Cost: $20, includes food and a horse. There will be a basket raffle, instant lottery ticket raffle, pull tabs and a 50-50. Those present will be entered into a drawing to win $500. Tickets: 724-882-8776, at the parish office and at the door.
Oct. 11: Apollo-Ridge Cheerleaders will host a cheer alumni night at 7 p.m. at the homecoming football game at Owens Field. Alumni will cheer during the fourth quarter with the current squad. Cost: $20, cash or check, includes an event T-shirt. Registration deadline: Sept. 30. Registration: tinyurl.com/3dpznwah. Details: apolloridge.cheerleading@gmail.com.
October: St. James Parish is selling tickets for a lottery ticket raffle to win gift cards each day in October. Prizes total $2,400. Cost: $10, includes two three-digit numbers. The winning number will be the 7 p.m. Pa. Lottery Pick-3 number. Tickets: Linda, 724-882-8776 or at the parish office.
Arnold
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. Friday in the church social hall. Cost: $14 per dozen. Orders: 724-339-9257, 8 to 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Brackenridge
Today: 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.
Freeport
Today: 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.
Today: A Vitalant community blood drive will be from noon to 5 p.m. at St. Mary Mother of God church hall, 608 High St. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. Appointments: 877-258-4825 or visit the Donate Blood button at Vitalant.org and search for account code UG0040286.
Gilpin
Thursday: Gilpin Volunteer Fire Department will host bingo at 7:15 p.m. at the firehall, 113 Firehall Road.
Harrison
Today: 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.
Today: 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.
Today: 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: tops and bottoms for men and women, $50 cents; children’s clothing, 25 cents. Donations welcome during these hours. Everyone welcome.
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.
Oct. 20: Natrona Heights Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary will have a chicken dinner from 1 to 5 p.m. at the post, 894 Veterans Drive. Menu: half chicken, vegetable, mashed potatoes, roll and dessert, $10. Dine in or takeout. Tickets: Linda, 412-980-4075.
Indiana Township
Today: Noa Jordan will perform at 7 p.m. on the lawn of Hartwood Acres Mansion, 200 Hartwood Acres Drive, weather permitting. The concert is part of the free Allegheny County Park Acoustic Series. A short trail walk with park rangers will be from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket and snacks.
Jefferson
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.
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
Today: Peoples Library, 3052 Wachter Ave., will offer Coloring for Grownups at 1 p.m. Supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own. Details: 724-339-1021.
Friday: 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.
New Kensington
Today: Peoples Library, 880 Barnes St., 3052 Wachter Ave., will offer Coloring for Grownups at 1 p.m. Supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own. Details: 724-339-1021.
Thursday: The Salvation Army will host Sally’s Outdoor Market from 2 to 6 p.m. at the center, 255 Third St. Free fresh produce will be available while supplies last. Vendor applications are being accepted. Details: 724-335-7221.
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: 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 by Michele Corey. To sponsor a meal, visit kneadcommunitycafe.org or call 878-847-7997.
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.
Parks Township
Friday: Parks Township Volunteer Fire Department will host bingo at 7 p.m. in the firehall, 1119 Dalmation Drive. Doors open at 5 p.m.
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.
Springdale Township
Friday: Rep. Mandy Steele will sponsor a senior fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Allegheny Valley Volunteer Fire Company, 851 Parkway Drive, Harwick. Activities will include a flu shot clinic, blood pressure checks, stroke education, a property tax and rent rebate clinic, PRT bus pass clinic, disposal of unused or expired prescriptions, and a hot, takeout meal. Reservations required. Reservations: tinyurl.com/556a5a32.
Tarentum
Today: The Farmers Market will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the parking lot at 10th Avenue and Lock Street.
Today: 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.
Thursday : Tours of the Rabkin Japanese Garden will be offered from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the garden, 419 E. Second Ave. Cost: $20, proceeds to benefit Community Library of Allegheny Valley and matched by the Jack Buncher Foundation. Mocktails and light appetizers will be served. Parking and entrance are on Third Avenue. Reservations required. Reservations: tinyurl.com/y4e52477.
Oct. 26: Tarentum Recreation Board is accepting vendor, craft and food booth applications for the annual Boo Festival. Details: Carrie Fox, 724-448-1470 or carriefox170@gmail.com.
Ongoing: Tarentum Area Lions Club has a variety of styles of brooms for sale. Types available include soft and hard bristle push brooms, $16; kitchen brooms, $13; heavier duty mill brooms, $15; children’s brooms, $8; and whisk brooms, $8. Details: Jody Shumaker, 724-954-2341; Donna Holsing, 724-899-6277 or send a message to Tarentum Area Lions Club on Facebook. Proceeds benefit local and global Lions charities.
Vandergrift
Today: The Anime Club for children in fifth through 10th grade at Vandergrift Public Library will meet from 6 to 7 p.m. at the library, 128C Washington Ave. Details: 724-568-2212.
Washington Township
Today: Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 6 p.m. at Union Presbyterian Church, 656 Route 380.
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.
Friday and Saturday: A rummage sale will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Union Presbyterian Church, 656 Route 380. Details: 724-337-3042.
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.