Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley on Jan. 12, 2026.

Local groups and churches across the Alle-Kiski Valley have a range of scheduled meetings, fundraisers and support services listed for the coming weeks. Notable items include the Armstrong Conservation District’s tree seedling sale, which is accepting orders through March 4.

Local organizations, churches and volunteer groups across the Alle-Kiski Valley have posted schedules for upcoming meetings, fundraisers and community services. The bulletin compiles dates, locations and participation details provided by those organizations. Listings cover a mix of social, charitable and recreational activities in multiple boroughs and townships. Notable events: - Armstrong Conservation District is accepting orders for its annual tree seedling sale through March 4; many fruit and native tree varieties are offered in bundles of 25 at listed prices, and proceeds support county environmental projects. - Poke Run Presbyterian Church will host its free monthly Soup for the Soul luncheon at noon on the second Wednesday of the month through May, with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. - The Alle-Kiski Chapter of the American Wine Society will meet Thursday at 7 p.m. at River Forest Country Club; speaker Jill Kummer will present "Great Wines for Post-holiday Gatherings," wines will be paired with food, and paid reservations are required by 5 p.m. Sunday. - Freeport United Methodist Church’s Blessing Closet is open Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering free clothing and household items while accepting donations in specified condition. - Vandergrift Public Library is sponsoring a chess club for kindergarten through eighth-grade students on Mondays through March 19 from 6 to 7 p.m., with a tournament planned for Feb. 28 and no meeting on Jan. 19. - Animal Protectors will hold a clinic for male cat neutering on Friday at the shelter; services and fees are reported and reservations are required. Summary: The listings show a range of volunteer-run and community-focused activities across the Alle-Kiski Valley, including ongoing support services, library programs and fundraising events. Several items include deadlines or reservation requirements, such as the tree seedling sale (orders through March 4) and the wine society meeting (paid reservations due by Sunday). Other schedules and participation details vary by event and location. Undetermined at this time.