The IRT historical walk will take place this Saturday 9 a.m. The hike starts at the Whitehall Parkway Barn on Chestnut Street, just west of MacArthur Road by the traffic light at Sheetz.

The IRT traverses the sites of the first anthracite fueled iron company and the first Portland Cement Company in America, both of which contributed to the Industrial Revolution. No less than 23 historical sites and landmarks will be presented. This trail is a loop with an even surface of asphalt or packed millings and passes through several communities.

The walk is approximately seven miles. Allow three hours at a leisurely pace with occasional stops to view buildings, historical sites and landmarks. Bring water, a camera and binoculars.

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AARP Chapter 3115 will meet noon Thursday, March 20, at the American Club, 300 Cherry St., Coplay.

Refreshments will be available during the social hour.

Tom Yurasits will entertain with magic, comedy routines and audience participation.

New members are welcome.

For more information, call 610-395-2820.

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The Whitehall Historical Society will host speaker Michael Bednar 7 p.m. March 25 at the Whitehall Historical Society Grist Mill, located at Mickley and Lehnert roads, Whitehall.

He will speak on the local railroads that hauled limestone and iron ore to the blast furnaces in the area.

The program is free and all are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served during the event.

Parking will be available at the mill and across the street at Advanced Valve Company.

For more information, call 610-767-0501.

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Spring into fun with a Great Smart Party to benefit Autism Speaks, hosted by team Alpha Centauri Saturday, March 29, from 1 to 4 p.m. at St. John's UCC in Fox Hall, Grape St., Whitehall.

A small donation will be taken at the door.

There will be face painting, a spring craft and bunny hopping dancing with the Easter bunny. Tickets will be available for an adult raffle and Chinese auction for the kids. There will be hot dogs, snacks and sweet treats available as well.

If you would like to donate or voluteer, email AlphaCentauri@gmail.com.

St. John's will also hold a Fullerton yard sale this Saturday, from 8 a.m. to noon. There will be lots of wonderful treasures. Come browse and shop. Food will be available for purchase.

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Fullerton Playground Association, 901 Jefferson St., Fullerton, will hold sign-ups for the upcoming Connie Mack and American Legion baseball season Saturday, March 29, from noon to 2 p.m. and Sunday, April 6, from 2 to 4 p.m.

For more information, email Fred Romano at Romanoreddevil09@aol.com.

The Fullerton Playground will also hold an adult bingo to benefit all Fullerton Sport's Teams Saturday, March 29. Doors open 5:30 p.m. and bingo starts 7 p.m. For more information, email Melissa at mosergirls@ptd.net.

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My email address is lhahn775@verizon.net if there is any information you would like published in this column. My next colum will be in The Press April 3, so I would need any information no later than March 28. Thanks for your cooperation and welcome spring!