The Stroller, Aug. 26, 2023: Events in the Alle

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Publicize your non-profit’s community events, fundraisers and club meetings for free in The Stroller. Send information at least two weeks in advance to [email protected] or The Stroller, 210 Wood St., Tarentum PA 15084. Please include a daytime telephone number.

Alle-Kiski HOPE Center accepting pet photo contest entries

Entries are now being accepted for the pet photo contest sponsored by the Alle-Kiski Area HOPE Center as part of its Mutts, Meows and Margaritas event set for Sept. 9.

To place your entry and cast your vote, stop in at Ringer’s Pet Center, 3041 Freeport Road, Natrona Heights, Harrison. Voting cans will be taken to the event at the Natrona Heights Veterans of Foreign Wars so voting can continue. The winning dog and cat will receive a trophy and bragging rights.

For details, visit the event calendar at akhopecenter.org.

Community members needed by Apollo Events Committee

The Apollo Events Committee is looking for residents to join the group to plan and help out at community events in the borough.

To offer your time and for information, email [email protected].

Local churches collecting used mobility aides

Central Presbyterian Church, Tarentum, and Bethel United Methodist Church in Lower Burrell are collecting canes, crutches, walkers, shower chairs and manual wheelchairs 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.

Central Church is acting as a collection point for the collection. Clean items can be dropped off through Thursday at Central Church, 305 Allegheny St. For details, call the church at 724-224-9220 or visit Central Presbyterian Church on Facebook.

Calendar

Apollo

Today: St. James Parish 109 Owens View Ave., will have an outdoor Mass at 4:30 p.m. on the church lawn. Bring a chair or blanket. There is no shade in the area, so bring a sun umbrella, a hat or sunscreen. Ice cream sandwiches will be served afterward. In case of rain, Mass will be in the church. Details: 724-478-4958.

Today and Sunday: Roaring Run Watershed Association will host A Walk Through History Civil War event from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the covered bridge area of Roaring Run Trail. A shuttle will be available for those who unable to walk that far. There will be demonstrations of cannons, weapons and Civil War cooking, a children’s battle and reenactors. Parking will be at the trail head, 681 Canal St. Donations will be accepted to benefit the trail. Visit RRWA and Trail on Facebook for a complete schedule.

Arnold

Oct. 14: The Arnold Recreation Committee is accepting vendor applications for a craft show and touch-a-truck event set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the 18th Street ball field. Details: [email protected].

Buffalo Township

Sunday: A spaghetti dinner will be from 2 to 6 p.m. or until sold out at the White Star Club, 401 Shuster Drive. Dine-in or takeout. Menu: spaghetti with salad, $12; meatballs, $3. Cash only. Takeout orders: 724-295-2656.

East Vandergrift

Sunday: Our Lady, Queen of Peace Parish will celebrate Mass at 11 a.m. on the lawn in front of the grotto at the church, 411 McKinley Ave. Bring a folding chair or blanket. There is no shade in this area, so wear sunscreen or bring an umbrella or hat. Ice cream sandwiches will be served afterward. In case of inclement weather, Mass will be celebrated inside the church. Details: 724-478-4958.

Fawn

Sunday: Fawn No. 1 Volunteer Fire Department will host a spaghetti dinner from 3 to 7 p.m. at the recreation hall, 1948 Firehouse Lane. Menu: spaghetti, salad, roll and dessert, $10; 10 and younger, $5. Dine in or takeout. Details: 724-994-9296.

Sept. 9: Center Church will sponsor a community barbecue picnic from 2 to 8 p.m. at the church, 1575 Donnellville Road. There will be a pig roast at 4:30 p.m., live music at 6:30 p.m. and games and activities for the whole family. To compete in the barbecue competition, call the church office at 724-226-2300.

Harrison

Oct. 14: A gun bash will be from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars, 894 Veterans Lane. Doors open at 1 p.m. Cost: $30, includes food and beverages. Sponsored by the post and auxiliary. Must be at least 21 to attend. No outside alcohol permitted. Tickets: Debbie, 412-298-6175.

Jefferson

Today and Sunday: Boy Scout Troop 683 will have a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to noon Sunday at the American Legion, 754 N. Pike Road. A barbecue lunch will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today. Menu: quarter-pound pulled pork sandwiches, $5; smoked beans and meat, $5; pulled pork nachos, $7; hot dogs, $1. Proceeds will benefit the troop trailer fund.

Indiana Township

Sunday: The Allegheny County Summer Concert Series at Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater will feature jazz with John Scofield and Jason Kush at 7:30 p.m. Food trucks will open at 6 p.m. Rain or shine. A $20 per vehicle fee will benefit the Allegheny County Department of Human Services.

Kiski Township

Sunday: Apollo-Ridge Girls Soccer team will sponsor a Barbeque Bash from 2 to 5 p.m. at Apollo-Spring Church Sportsmen’s Club. Menu: pulled pork, brisket, kielbasa, picnic-style side dishes, dessert and beverage. Cost: $20; high school and middle school students, $10; elementary school students and younger, $5. There will be basket and 50/50 raffles. A corn hole tournament will begin at 2 p.m. Tournament registration will be at 1:30. Details: Melany, [email protected].

Leechburg

Monday: Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company will host bingo at 7 p.m. at the firehall, 268 Canal St. Doors open at 5 p.m. The kitchen will be open.

Lower Burrell

Today: The farmers market will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bon Air Elementary School, 3260 Leechburg Road.

Today: Burrell High School Marching Band will sponsor its third annual car and motorcycle show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the high school, 1021 Puckety Church Road. Cost: vehicles, $10; spectators, free. There will be a DJ, basket raffle, vendors, concessions and a 50/50. Details: [email protected].

Today: The Veterans of Foreign Wars will feature the band Cool Change from 8 to 11 p.m. at the post. Members and three guests welcome.

Sunday: A takeout spaghetti dinner will be from noon to 4 p.m. at the Moose, 499 Reimer St. Menu: spaghetti, salad and roll, $10.

Sept. 14: Alcoa Retirees and 25-Year Club will have their annual picnic from noon to 4 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars pavilion, Wildlife Lodge Road. Reservation deadline: Friday. Details: Sharon Council, [email protected].

Manor

Wednesday: A resource fair will be from 4 to 7 p.m. at Lenape Technical School, 2215 Chaplin Dr. There will on-site interviews, food trucks, and free information and resources from local county partners. Free admission.

New Kensington

Monday: Peoples Library, 880 Barnes St., will have an arts, crafts and STEM hour for all ages at 1 p.m. Details: 724-339-1021.

Thursday: A job fair will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Pennsylvania Career Link Alle-Kiski, 1150 Fifth Ave., suite 200. Details: 724-334-8600.

North Apollo

Sept. 23: Tickets are on sale for a Haunted Halloween Bingo set for 7 p.m. at North Apollo Volunteer Fire Department, 311 N. 16th St. Doors open at 5 p.m. Cost: $30, includes games, supplies, food and drinks. Must be 21 to attend. There will be instant games, a DJ and 50/50. Costumes encouraged. Reserved seating available for groups of eight or more. Tickets: 724-472-5346.

Parks Township

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.

Plum

Monday: The Monday Market will be from 4 to 7 p.m. at Plum Creek Park, 1040 Ross Hollow Road.

Sept. 4: The Allegheny County Pooches in the Pool event will be from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the Boyce Park Pool. Admission: $20; non-Allegheny residents, $25; $5 for an additional guardian. Each dog may be accompanied by two guardians. Guardians may only bring one dog each. Dogs must wear current tags displaying up-to-date vaccinations before entering the pool. Reservations required. Reservations: tinyurl.com/53ca4afx.

Ross Township

Thursday: Buffalo Elementary PTO will sponsor a Spirit Night from 4 to 8 p.m. at Fun Slides Carpet Skatepark, 1130 Perry Highway, Pines Plaza Shopping Center. Admission: $20, when you mention the PTO. Details: tinyurl.com/5af7wp62.

Saxonburg

Today: South Butler Girl Scout Troop 26087 will sponsor a pancake breakfast fundraiser from 9 a.m. to noon at St. Luke Lutheran Church Centennial Hall, 110 State St. Dine in or takeout. Cost: $10; children, $7. Menu: pancakes with a topping bar, sausage, juice, fruit cup and coffee. Proceeds will go toward the troop’s 2024 trip.

Tuesday: Butler County Master Gardeners will present a free program about composting at 6:30 p.m. at South Butler County Library, 240 W. Main St. Master Gardener Kathy Allen will be the speaker. Reservations encouraged, but not required. Reservations: 724-352-4810 or [email protected].

Sept. 9 and 10: Entries are being accepted for the 37th annual fine art display at Saxonburg Memorial Presbyterian Church, Main Street. Ribbons and cash prizes will be awarded in professional, non-professional and student categories. Details: 724-352-3403 or saxonburgfineart.com.

Tarentum

Today: The Clothing Closet at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St., will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A mini flea market will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Details: 724-224-9220.

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.

Sept. 7 to 9: Space applications are being accepted from crafters and vendors for the annual Summit Hose Fall Festival planned in Riverview Memorial Park. Deadline: Aug. 30. Details: call or text Tami, 878-302-5367 or [email protected].

Vandergrift

Monday: Kiski Valley Community Center Inc. will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Vandergrift Public Library, 128C Washington Ave. New members welcome.

Washington Township

Sunday: Skyview Radio Society will host its annual Swap N Shop event from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the club grounds, 2335 Turkey Ridge Road. There will be door prizes and food. Admission: $5. Details: John, 724-339-3821.

Sept. 30: Community Church of Pine Run EMC is accepting vendor applications for its annual fall Scholarship Festival set for noon to 4 p.m. at Kunkle Park, 283 Pine Run Church Road. Fee: $15. Details: pinerunemc.org/fallfestival2023.

West Deer

Sunday: Our Lady of the Lakes Parish will host a car cruise from noon to 4 p.m. at the St. Victor Church campus, 527 Bairdford Road. There will be food, a bake sale, silent auction and a DJ. Rain date: Sept. 10. Details: Glenn, 724-272-5171.

Sunday: Bull Creek United Presbyterian Church, 224 Tarentum-Culmerville Road will have an outdoor worship service at 10 a.m. at the church. Lunch will be served afterward and there will be a face painter and balloon artist. Public welcome.

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