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MyHeritage research database available at Harrison library
The local history department at Community Library of Allegheny Valley, 1522 Broadview Blvd., Harrison, offers the use of the MyHeritage Research Database that includes billions of historical documents for nearly 50 countries, historical photographs, public records, indexes and more.
For details and to schedule an appointment, call the library at 724-226-3491. Local history requests may be emailed to alvalley@einetwork.net.
Religion Digest
Brackenridge
• The Trinity Brass Quartet will present a concert from 10 to 10:45 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 847 10th Ave. The Christmas Eve candlelight service will be afterward at 11 p.m.
Lower Burrell
• Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3074 Leechburg Road, will have a Christmas Eve service at 3 p.m. with communion, candle lighting and organ music. A service of lessons and carols will be at 11 a.m. Dec. 29.
Saxonburg
• St. Luke Lutheran Church, 310 W. Main St., will have Christmas Eve services at 7 and 10 p.m. at the church. Live stream will be available from the 7 p.m. service. Details:724-352-2333.
Tarentum
• Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St., will host a free women’s book discussion group at 11 a.m. Dec. 30 and the last Monday of each month through May 2025. Led by Amy Armanious, each session will include a time of discussion and learning, followed by a light lunch and fellowship at noon. The book is “Boundless Compassion: Creating a Way of Life” by Joyce Rupp. All women are welcome and attendance is not required at every meeting. Reservations required by noon the Friday before each session. Reservations:724-224-9220 or centralpresoffice@verizon.net.
• First Baptist Church, 410 E. Third Ave., will host a community Christmas Eve candlelight service at 7 p.m. at the church.
Calendar
Harrison
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
Today: 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.
Today: 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.
Monday: Leechburg Volunteer Fire Company will host bingo at 7 p.m. at the firehall, 268 Canal St. Doors open at 5 p.m. Bring a covered dish or dessert to share. Dinner will begin at 6 p.m.
Lower Burrell
Today: 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.
Today: 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: 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.
Monday: 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.
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
Today: 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.
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Tarentum
Today: 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.
Today: 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.
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.