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Annual quilt show planned by Community Library
Community Library of Allegheny Valley will host its 28th annual Quilt Show Feb. 2 to March 6 online and in person at the library, 1522 Broadview Blvd., Natrona Heights.
Entries will be accepted through Jan. 31 at the library during operating hours. Quilts must be handmade, but the person submitting the quilt does not have to be the one who made it. The submitting person must complete a form listing the owner’s name, style of quilt, size, category and year made, if known. Categories are hand-quilted, machine-quilted, baby blanket and small-scale which includes placemats, table runners and wall hangings.
The public will vote for their favorite in each category through March 6. There is no cost to enter, view or vote on a quilt. The quilt with the most votes in each category will be announced at a reception planned for March 7.
For information, call the library at 724-226-3491.
Calendar
Apollo/East Vandergrift
Jan. 14: St. James and Our Lady, Queen of Peace parishes will sponsor a bus trip to Rivers Casino, Pittsburgh. The bus will leave at 9 a.m. from the St. James Church parking lot and stay at the casino for five hours. Cost: $30, includes $20 free play. State-issued photo ID required to receive free play. Reservations: 724-478-4958.
Buffalo Township
Tuesday: Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Department will serve dinners from 3 to 7 p.m. at the firehall, 565 Sarver Road. Menu: hot sausage sandwich dinner, $12; two hot dogs dinner, $10; include macaroni & cheese, baked beans, dessert and drink; children’s meal of one hot dog and sides, $8. Stuffed pepper soup: cup, $3, quart, $8. Dine in or takeout. Cash only.
Freeport
Today: St. Mary, Mother of God Parish will host bingo at 6:30 p.m. at the parish community center, 407 Freeport Road. Doors open at 5 p.m. There will be a $750 must-go jackpot.
Harrison
Tuesday: The Accordion Club will observe winter meeting hours through March. Meetings will be from 1 to 3 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6003 Freeport Road. Performance dates for 2026 are now being accepted. Details: 724-236-0665.
Friday : Allegheny Valley Hospital Auxiliary is selling tickets for a $250 cash raffle. The drawing will be at 3 p.m. Friday. Cost: $2 per ticket; cash and checks accepted. Tickets will be sold from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Jan. 9 in the hospital lobby, 1301 Carlisle St. Proceeds will benefit auxiliary projects for the hospital.
Jan. 17: Tri-County Trout Club is accepting table reservations for its annual sport show and flea market planned at Patterson Hall at Guardian Angels Parish, 800 Montana Ave. Vendors must sell new, used or collectable fishing, hunting, camping or sports items. Cost: $25. Details: 412-298-0964 or tctcnews@gmail.com, leave a message with your name and phone number.
Kiski Township
Today: An all-you-can-eat breakfast will be served from 8 to 11 a.m. at Kiski Township Volunteer Fire Department, 1037 Route 56. Menu: bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, pancakes, French toast, biscuits & gravy and hash browns. Cost: $12; 3 to 12, $6; younger than 3, free.
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
Tuesday: Redemption Church will host a free GriefShare program, “Is This Normal?” from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the church, 3400 Garvers Ferry Road. Anyone who is mourning the loss of a loved one is welcome. Meetings will continue on Tuesdays through March 17. Details: Brenda Heinz, 412-398-1622.
Tuesday: A family story time will be at 1 p.m. at Peoples Library, 3052 Wachter St. Details: 724-339-1021.
New Kensington
Today: Aluminum City Terrace Bingo Committee will host bingo from 2 to 4:30 p.m. in the activity center. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Cost: $5, includes one board, snacks and drinks; extra boards, $1. There will be a 50-50 raffle. Public welcome.
Monday: Peoples Library will offer “Construction Crew,” an hour of play with building supplies, at 1 p.m. at the library, 880 Barnes St. Details: 724-339-1021.
Tuesday : An American Red Cross community blood drive will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wesley Family Services Wellness Center, 1045 Fourth Ave. Appointments: 800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code NEWKEN.
Tuesday: A family story time will be at 11 a.m. at Peoples Library, 880 Barnes St. Details: 724-339-1021.
Wednesday: A veterans service officer will be available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the office of state Rep. Jill Cooper, 356 Freeport St., suite 100. Services available will include disability and pension claims, benefit questions, assisting spouses with survivor benefits issues and applications for veterans grants. Appointments will be accepted, but walk-ins are welcome. Appointments: 724-472-4102.
Oakmont
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.
Parks Township
Today: 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
Tuesdays: The Plum Food Pantry, 81 Sandune Drive, distributes free food from 4:30 to 6 p.m. the first three Tuesdays of each month. Recipients in need must stop in at the pantry to be confirmed/verified. Details: 724-327-0367.
Tarentum
Mondays: Streetlight Ministries offers a food pantry for anyone in need from noon to 2 p.m.at 203 W. Seventh Ave. There is a sign-up sheet in the vestibule after 8:30 a.m. Mondays and people are admitted through the line in order of sign up. A variety of breads, sweet goods, canned items, produce and meats will be available. Walk-ins are welcome but will admitted after those who have registered.
Tuesday: Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St.
Washington Township
Tuesdays and Thursdays: The Blessing Closet at Union Presbyterian Church will be open by appointment from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays at the church, 656 Route 380. Items available include paper products, cleaning supplies, feminine hygiene products and pet supplies. Appointments: 724-337-3042.
