Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley on March 23, 2026

A community calendar in The Stroller lists local meetings, fundraisers and service events across the Alle-Kiski Valley, noting that the Oakmont Lions plan to place red geraniums on 650 veterans' graves and that several food, volunteer and informational events are scheduled in the coming days.

This listing highlights community activities across the Alle-Kiski Valley published in The Stroller on March 23, 2026. It gathers notices of meetings, fundraisers, volunteer opportunities and local services. Included are recurring programs and events scheduled in the coming days and weeks. Contact details are provided with many listings. Notable events: - Oakmont Lions Club plans to plant a red geranium on each of the 650 veterans' graves at Verona-Oakmont Cemetery for Memorial Day; the club is accepting contributions and lists P.O. Box 335, Oakmont PA 15139 for donations. - A Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency financial aid seminar, sponsored by Pa. Rep. Jill Cooper, is scheduled from 7 to 8:30 p.m. March 30 at Northern Westmoreland Career and Technology Center; reservations are encouraged and a contact (Robin Savage, 724-387-9113; [email protected]) is listed. - Apollo Memorial Library will host a meet-and-greet for prospective volunteers and board members from 6 to 7:30 p.m. March 31 at the library, with reservations required (724-478-4214 or [email protected]). - Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank will distribute free drive-thru food from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Lernerville Speedway; recipients are served on a first-come, first-served basis while remaining in their vehicles. - A Vitalant community blood drive is scheduled from noon to 5 p.m. at St. Mary Mother of God church hall in Freeport; appointments are recommended and walk-ins are welcome. Summary: Local organizations, churches and service groups across the Alle-Kiski Valley are offering a mix of volunteer opportunities, community meals, donation drives and informational events that reach veterans, students and residents in need. Several specific events are scheduled in the coming week, including the Oakmont flower contributions, the March 30 financial aid seminar and the March 31 library meet-and-greet, and other recurring programs continue to serve the community.