I think it is safe to say spring has sprung, which means sunshine, allergies and events will be rampant in the coming months.

I am fortunate enough to not suffer from allergies, but I did find myself antsy with cabin fever. What a winter we’ve endured!

The cold actually motivated me to attend more local events. No, I’m not joking, or just saying it because it is my job. I actually started researching events EARLY this week so I could be sure to fit them into my weekend schedule! If I could have released this column to you sooner, I would have. But better on Thursday than never, am I right?

Something I’m especially excited about is the Musical Theatre Guild’s production of “Disaster!” premiering this weekend. With such a star-studded cast, recognizable songs and a hilarious theme (1970s disaster films), what else could possibly go wrong (pun intended)?

If musicals aren’t your speed, there are endless opportunities to eat, shop and learn some local history. You won’t have to step far outside your door to hit upon something spectacular.

Explore some of the event options below, and be sure to pack some sunblock and Claritin should the need arise!

Browse the Mars Area Public Library Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Sunday at 107 Grand Ave. For more information, visit marsarealibrary.org.

Learn about Butler Troops in World War I at a special, free presentation hosted by the Butler County Historical Society at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the Joseph T. Black VFW Post 249, 429 W. Jefferson St. in Butler. Visit www.butlerhistory.com for more information.

Like ’70s disaster movies and rock music? Spend your weekend seeing the musical “Disaster!” at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday or 3 p.m. Sunday at the Musical Theatre Guild, 100 Memorial Drive in Butler. Tickets cost $18 and can be purchased at mtgbutler.org.

Freeport VFW Post 6648 is hosting a flea market from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at 102 Fifth St. This will be alongside a bunch of community yard sales. For more information, visit the event Facebook page.

Children 12 and under, and those of all ages with disabilities, are invited to participate in the Inclusive Fishing Derby, which starts at 8 a.m. Saturday at Buffalo Creek at Chicora Borough Park, 1803 Chicora Road, and lasts for two weeks. For more information and guidelines, visit bcpr.recdesk.com or call 724-284-5383.

Shop around the Spring Craft Show at St Conrad Social Hall, 125 Buttercup Road in Butler Township, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. This free event includes access to children’s activities, raffles and more. Visit the event Facebook page for more information.

Butler Downtown is hosting its annual Spring Downtown Cleanup Day on Main Street from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Please meet in front of Cummings Coffee on Main Street for instructions. All supplies will be provided, including doughnuts and coffee. Hope to see you there, rain or shine!

The Butler County EXPO for Sports, Pokemon and other trading cards is back at 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday in the Ramada by Wyndham Butler/Tesla Biohealing Resort, 139 Pittsburgh Road in Butler Township. VIP tickets are available for presale at Monday Morning Collector in Butler. Visit their Facebook page for further details.

Zelienople Historical Society is hosting Spring Tea from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday in Matthew Dining Hall, 30 Glade Run Drive. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by emailing zeliehistory@zoominternet.net or calling 724-452-9457.

Hear the Westminster College Choir at 4 p.m. Saturday in Saxonburg Memorial Presbyterian Church, 100 W. Main St. Visit saxonburg.org/concertseries for more information.

Interested in the life of P.T. Barnum? Visit the Hill United Presbyterian Church, 501 Second St. in Butler, for a movie night from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday. Snacks and drinks will be provided. RSVP to the church office by calling 724-287-5427.

If you are interested in your event being featured in Miller Minutes, please email information to news@butlereagle.com.

Molly Miller is an Eagle correspondent.