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Christmas concert to benefit World Vision
The Kiski Valley Community Band will perform a Christmas concert at 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 409 Sarver Road, Buffalo Township.
Donations will be accepted for World Vision. Selections will include holiday favorites “Sleigh Ride” and “A Christmas Festival,” both by Leroy Anderson, and a sing-along.
Free laundry products available to those in need
First Baptist Church of Tarentum will offer a new laundry closet outreach to those who need laundry products.
Detergent, bleach and scented beads will be distributed to anyone in need after the 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship service at the church, 410 E. Third Ave. The program will continue on the fourth Sunday of each month.
Thank you
• St. Vladimir Church Pierogi Committee would like to thank all of their customers and friends a Merry Christmas and healthy New Year. “Thank you for loving our pierogi!”
Calendar
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.
Dec. 31: The Veterans of Foreign Wars will host a New Years Eve celebration from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the post, 894 Veterans Lane. Music will be by the Cool Change Band. Public welcome. Cost: $25, includes two drinks and food. Cash bar. Tickets:724-904-7649.
Leechburg
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.
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.
Lower Burrell
Today: Peoples Library will host “Construction Crew,” an hour of play with building supplies, at 1 p.m. at the library, 880 Barnes St. Details:724-339-1021.
Saturday: A luncheon bingo and Christmas celebration 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 Angel Blue Band from 8 to 11 p.m. at the post. Members and three guests welcome.
New Kensington
Today: A Knitting for Beginners class will meet at noon at Peoples Library, 880 Barnes St. Details:724-339-1021.
Today 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.
North Apollo
Jan. 18: North Apollo Volunteer Fire Department is accepting table reservations for a winter craft and vendor fair planned from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the firehall, 311 16th St. Details: Allison, 724-472-5346 or kingal0103@gmail.com.
Oakmont
Saturday: St. Thomas Memorial Episcopal Church, 378 Delaware Ave., will offer a service at 7 p.m. at the church for anyone who is experiencing loss or sadness, or is alone. All are welcome. Details: 412-828-9680 or sttomoakmont@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.
Tarentum
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 sold. Free clothing and covid and flu shots will be available. Please call 724-224-2417 after 10 a.m. for spaghetti orders of six or more.
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.
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Tarentum
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.
Dec. 31: Tarentum Elks will host a New Year’s Eve party at the lodge, 219 E. Sixth Ave. Doors open at 7 p.m. The Americana Band will be featured and there will be a food buffet, open bar and champagne toast at midnight. Advance tickets required; no tickets will be sold at the door. Cost: $30. Public welcome. Tickets: stop in at the lodge and see the bar technician.
Upper Burrell
Jan. 1: Upper Burrell Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 and Export Volunteer Fire Department are selling 2025 lottery calendars. Cost: $20. Details:724-339-0965 or ubvfc115training@gmail.com.
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.