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Independence Day event to feature recitation
Nick Triveri will read the Declaration of Independence at 10 a.m. Thursday at the gazebo in Freeport’s Riverside Park.
Triveri wears era-appropriate clothing and discusses the events leading up to that moment and the key historical figures of the time.
The presentation will last about 30 minutes and those attending should bring a lawn chair
Donations sought for holiday flag display
Lower Burrell Veterans of Foreign Wars and Lions Club are seeking donations for their Flags over Three Cities project that will place American flags on Election Day and federal holidays on Freeport and Leechburg roads in New Kensington, Arnold and Lower Burrell.
Sponsorship to maintain one flag is $25 per year; two for $45 and three or more flags for $20 each. Flags need to be replaced every four to five years.
To contribute, send a check payable to Flags Over Three Cities with your name, address, telephone number and email address to VFW Post 92, 1601 Wildlife Lodge Road, Lower Burrell PA 15068-3640.
Religion Digest
• Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3084 Leechburg Road, Lower Burrell, will offer a mid-summer Bible study based on the Mayberry Bible study at 6 p.m. July 8, 15, 22 and 29 at the church. “Primetime Parables,” will feature lessons and discussions based on four classic episodes from The Andy Griffith Show with relevant scripture readings. Details: 412-335-0559.
• St. Mary, Mother of God Church, 608 High St., Freeport, will have vacation Bible camp, “Jesus is My Superhero,” from 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 8 to 12 in the church fellowship hall. Reservations: 724-295-2281 or stmaryfreeport.com.
• Bethel United Methodist Church, 150 Alder St., Lower Burrell, will have vacation Bible School, “Hometown Nazareth: Where Jesus Was a Kid,” from 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. July 8 to 12 at the church for children age 4 to 10. Reservations required. Reservations: 724-339-2420 or bethelumc.us/vbs.
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. Cost: $25, includes all games except the optional quickie. Full kitchen available. Details: 724-478-4831.
East Vandergrift
July 4: Our Lady, Queen of Peace Parish is selling tickets for a cash lottery raffle. Winning numbers will be the 1:30 and 7 p.m. Pa. Lottery Daily Pick-3 numbers. Winners will each receive $1,000 and a $100 gift certificate to Naser Foods. Cost: $10, includes two three-digit numbers. Tickets: Patricia, 724-568-3409, Deborah, 724-859-3186 or after Sunday Mass in the church vestibule.
Ford City
July 9: The Armstrong Center for Community Learning and the Pennsylvania High Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) will sponsor a free completion workshop for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for students from 5 to 7 p.m. at the center, 104 Armstrong St., suite A. Computers with wifi will be provided. Details: 724-543-2599, ext. 222. Reservations required. Reservations: tinyurl.com/5n6zpczn.
Harrison
Today: The park rangers at Harrison Hills Park will host a free program about removing invasive species from 9 a.m. to noon. Meet at the park Rachel Carson shelter. All ages welcome. Expect to participate in physical activity. Bring water and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Tools, gloves and eye protection provided. Reservations required. Reservations: tinyurl.com/5ad8x36d.
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.
July 11: A rubber ducky race fundraiser to benefit the borough’s 175th anniversary celebration next year will be at 5 p.m. on the Kiski River. Ducks will be dropped into the river from the walking bridge to Hyde Park and will be fished out at the finish line at the firemen’s boat launch. Prizes will be awarded. Cost: $5 per duck. Ducks are available at Leechburg Public Library, 139 Market St. Checks payable to Leechburg Area Community Association will be accepted.
Lower Burrell
Today: Peoples Library, 3052 Wachter Ave., will host an hour of play with construction supplies at 1 p.m. Details: 724-339-1021.
Saturday: The Joseph “Bud” Myers Farmers Market will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Bon Air School parking lot, 3260 Leechburg Road.
Tuesdays: Peoples Library, 3052 Wachter Ave., offers free tech help by appointment at 3, 3:45 and 4:30 p.m. at the library. Appointments: 724-339-1565 or stop in at the library.
Through June 30: The works of members of the Allegheny Valley League of Artists will be on exhibit during operating hours at Peoples Library, 3052 Wachter Ave. Artists include Don and Debra Pendergast, Chris Reifenstein and Patti Giordano.
New Kensington
Tuesday: 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. The date is changed due to Independence Day. Appointments: 724-472-4102.
Tuesdays: Peoples Library, 880 Barnes St., will offer free tech help by appointment at noon, and 12:45 and 1:30 p.m. at the library. Appointments: 724-339-1021 or stop in at the library.
Wednesday: Ken Hi Class of 1960 will meet for lunch at 11:30 a.m. at Knead Community Café, 1011 Barnes St. All classmates welcome. The group meets the first Wednesday of each month. Details: bgconcord@aol.com.
Thursday: Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley is selling chances for a Pittsburgh Pirate ticket and basket raffle. Cost: $10. The winner will receive four tickets to the July 19 game versus the Philadelphia Phillies in section 114, a parking pass and two gift baskets. The winner will be drawn Thursday . Cost: $10. Tickets: form.jotform.com/241587365800157.
Oakmont
Through August 31: Kerr Memorial Museum, 402 Delaware Ave., Oakmont, is featuring an exhibit of elegant fashions of the late 1800s to the Roaring ‘20s at the museum. Items on display were donated to the museum by the W. H. Brown Family of Pittsburgh. Hours are by appointment. Tours and information: 412-826-9295 to schedule a tour.
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.
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 open from 3 to 7 p.m. at Plum Creek Park and ball fields, 1040 Ross Hollow Road. There will be vendors and food trucks.
Saxonburg
Monday:Bingo will begin at 7 p.m. in the ballroom of Saxonburg Volunteer Fire Company, 210 Horne Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m. The kitchen will be open.
Springdale
July 15 to 19: Springdale Free Public Library, 331 School St., will host summer reading camp for children in sixth grade and younger at 11 a.m. at the library. There will be activities and snacks. An optional free lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. daily. Reservations required by Monday. Reservations: 724-274-9729.
Tarentum
Saturday: The Clothing Closet at Central Presbyterian Church, 305 Allegheny St., will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Clean clothes, belts, shoes and purses in any condition will be accepted during the Clothing Closet on Saturdays. Alternate drop-off and pickup times: 724-882-2185.
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.
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.
