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Calendar (June 16, 2011)

Friday, June 17

EVENTS

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American Red Cross Blood Drive St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church, 65 E. Street Road, Feasterville. 2 to 7 p.m. Appointments: 215–914–0661.

Bingo for Adults Resurrection of Our Lord school hall, 2020 Shelmire Ave. Snacks available. Doors open at 7 p.m. Games start at 7:30 p.m. 215–219–5525.

Chit Chat & All That Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Fridays. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Country Line Dancing Salvation Army, 5830 Rising Sun Ave. Free. Fridays. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 215–722–5447.

Friday Night Dance Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Bobby Block provides entertainment. Refreshments served. $4. 7 to 10 p.m. 215–685–0576.

Friday Night Specials for Kids American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Ave. $10 per child, includes food, drink, arts and crafts, movie, bingo, etc. 6 to 8 p.m. 215–685–8733.

Hot Topics Discussion Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Fridays. 1:30 p.m. 215–745–3127.

House of Koinonia 7759 Frankford Ave. Visit the coffee house for food, movie, games and fun. 9 p.m. to midnight. 215–332–9688.

Outdoor Summer Concert Danube Swabian Association, 1277 Southampton Road. Free admission. Food and beverages will be on sale. Features the Cardinal Dougherty Alumni Band (brass band). 6:30 to 9 p.m. 267–257–3094.

SilverSneakers Aerobics Juniata Park Older Adult Center, 1251 E. Sedgley Ave. Fridays and Mondays. $1. 11 a.m. 215–685–1490.

SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Increase cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Fridays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 1 p.m. Non-members $3. 215–613–1070.

Torah Talks Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Learn about the Biblical portion of the week as it impacts our lives today. Fridays. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.

MEETINGS

Daisy Scouts Holmesburg Methodist Church, 8181 Frankford Ave. For girls in kindergarten and first grade. Fridays. 6:30 to 8 p.m. 215–410–2791.

Jardel Seniors Card Club Jardel Recreation Center basement hall, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Fridays. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215–379–3051.

Northeast Philly MOMS Club CORA Services, Verree and Susquehanna roads. 10 a.m. www.nephillymom.net

Widow and Widower Support Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Fridays. Free. 10 a.m. 215–685–0576.

Saturday, June 18

EVENTS

Beginners Hatha Yoga St. Luke’s Parish hall, 1946 Welsh Road. Bring a yoga mat. Saturdays. Drop-ins $10 per class. 10 a.m. 267–738–8393.

Cardio Cross-Fit Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Saturdays at 11:30 a.m., Mondays at 7:15 p.m. and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Drop-ins $8 per class. 215–613–1070.

Father’s Day Cake Decorating Class for Children Wissinoming Presbyterian Church, Howell and Torresdale avenues. Suitable for ages 5 to 14. $10. Space is limited. 11 a.m. to noon. Pre-register at Sweet Creations Unlimited, 5940 Torresdale Ave. 215–288–7070.

Friends of Pennypack Park Recycling Lincoln High School, Ryan Avenue parking lot. Rain or shine. Bring all paper products, including cardboard, aluminum cans and Nos. 1 through 7 plastics with lids removed. Printer cartridges, cell phones, crayons, household batteries, packing peanuts and bubble wrap are also accepted. No glass or steel cans accepted. Visit the free book and magazine table. 9 a.m. to noon. 215–934-PARK.

Gardening at Glen Foerd 5001 Grant Ave. Volunteers are needed for deadheading, weeding and trimming in the rose gardens. Bring water, gloves and clippers. 9 a.m. 215–632–5330.

Hart Burial Ground Cleanup and Weed Day Enter off Knights Road at Ellicott Road, make right turns to Old Red Lion Road. Volunteers are needed. Sponsored by Friends of Poquessing Watershed. Light refreshments provided. 10 a.m. to noon. Arrive early to register. 215–638–0832.

Line Dancing Tacony Music Hall, 4819 Longshore Ave. Noon. 215–335–3232.

Youth Field Day Holmesburg Fish and Game Protective Association, 5100 Pennypack St. Sponsored by Philadelphia Hunting & Shooting Association. Sign-in egins at 8 a.m. Activities include archery, rifle and more for ages 9 to 17 with accompanying parent. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pre-registration is required. 215–338–3114.

MEETINGS

Cocaine Anonymous 7328 Castor Ave., second floor, above Lee’s Hoagie House. Midnight to 1:30 a.m. 215–333–7798.

International Prayer Warriors Somerton United Methodist Church, 13073 Bustleton Ave. 6 p.m. 215–673–2481.

Narcotics Anonymous Somerton United Methodist Church, Wesley Room, 13073 Bustleton Ave. Saturdays. 7 p.m. 215–673–2745.

Overeaters Anonymous St. Albert the Great rectory basement, 212 Welsh Road, Huntingdon Valley. Location is handicapped accessible. 11 a.m. Saturdays. 215–674–4418.

Saturday Morning Singles Great American Diner, Street Road, Bensalem. 50+ group for single, widowed or divorced persons. 9 a.m. 215–639–4751.

Singles Fellowship Michael’s Restaurant III, 3340 Street Road, Bensalem. 60+ group meets for breakfast on Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. 215–364–6079.

FLEA MARKETS

Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. Luke 7200 Castor Ave. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215–745–8922.

Mayfair Presbyterian Church 3323 Tudor St. Sale will be held indoors. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Oxford Circle Christian Community Development Center 900 E. Howell St. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215–756–7292.

St. Helena Church 6161 N. Fifth St., along the sidewalk. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spaces available. 215–317–9168.

Sunday, June 19

EVENTS

Court Holy Trinity №1336 Catholic Daughters of the Americas 70th Anniversary St. Bernard Church, Aldine and Cottage streets. Noon Mass will be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph Accardi. Luncheon follows at Torresdale Frankford Country Club. 215–624–8928.

Dog and Cat Rabies Clinic/Rabies Shots 8217 Rowland Ave. Provided by Dr. Carl Seybolt. Benefits Riders of the Park: Pennypack. Rabies vaccine $10, other shots available. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 267–901–7855.

Father’s Day Indoor Brunch, Outdoor Barbeque and Car Show Radisson Hotel Philadelphia Northeast, 2400 Lincoln Hwy., Trevose. Ten percent of brunch proceeds and all car show proceeds benefit the F.O.P. Survivors Fund. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost and inf.: 215–638–8300.

Student Recital Church of the Redeemer United Methodist Church, 1128 Cottman Ave. The event is held in memory of Calvin Mathias. Students of Erikson Rojas from various branches of Settlement Music School will combine with students from his private studio. 3 p.m. Free. The public is invited. Refreshments follow. 215–745–5963.

MEETINGS

Cocaine Anonymous Coffee Connection, 6441 Frankford Ave. Sundays. 10:30 a.m. to noon. 215–333–7798.

Overeaters Anonymous 12-Step Group Nazareth Hospital, 2601 Holme Ave., second floor, conference room 1. Sundays. 10:30 a.m. 215–745–9661.

FLEA MARKET

Moss Athletic Association 5700 Torresdale Ave. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 267–303–9620.

Monday, June 20

EVENTS

Acrylic Art Class Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. 7:30 p.m. 215–728–7328.

Adult and Senior Aerobics Carmella Playground, 2100 Wakeling St. Low-impact exercise class for seniors at 6 p.m. Free. Cardio/abs for adult men and women at 7 p.m. 215–685–1235.

Adult Ceramics Russo Park Playground, 7321 Torresdale Ave. Mondays. 7 to 9 p.m. 215–685–8747.

Advanced Beginners Hebrew Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Aerobics Classes Holy Redeemer Health & Fitness Center, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m.; Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. and 6:15 p.m.; and Saturday at 9 a.m. 215–938–5712.

American Red Cross Blood Drive Harbor View Towers, 9503 State Road. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215–824–4200.

Arthritis Program Jeanes Hospital, rehabilitation department, second floor of main entrance, 7600 Central Ave. Presented by Jeanes Community Classroom. Topic: “Aquatics for Arthritis.” Light refreshments. 7:30 p.m. Register. 215–728–4861.

Arts & Crafts and Ceramics Roosevelt Playground, 6455 Walker St. Class is suitable for ages 5 to adult. $12 per month. 6:30 p.m. 215–685–8754.

Arts & Crafts for Children Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Road. For ages 6 to 10. $1 per class. 6 p.m. Mondays. 215–685–9396.

Ball Fusion Exercise Class Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Pilates-esque exercise ball workout. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Inf.: 215–335–0870.

Beginners Yoga Class Tarken Recreation Center, 6250 Frontenac St. Bring a yoga mat. $5 per class. Drop-ins welcome. Mondays. 7 to 8 p.m. Register. 215–685–1487, 267–467–9277.

Bingo for Seniors John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $3. Mondays at noon. Hot dogs and sodas available for purchase. 215–331–7120. Also at: Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Two cards cost $1. 12:30 p.m. 215–685–0576.

Bluegrass Music in the Garden Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Also on June 27. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. 6:30 p.m. 215–685–8756.

Boot Camp Workout Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays. Bring sneakers and a towel. Non-members $5. 7 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Cardio-Ballet Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Participants can gain muscle control, balance and flexibility by performing basic jumps and dances. Mondays. Drop-ins $8. 6 p.m. 215–613–1070.

Cardio Kickboxing for Women Roosevelt Playground, 6455 Walker St. Learn self-defense skills while burning calories. $25 per month. Mondays and Wednesdays. 8:15 p.m. 215–685–8754.

Computer Classes Juniata Park Older Adult Center, 1251 E. Sedgley Ave. Eight-week Monday class costs $80. 11 a.m. 215–685–1490. Also at: John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $3 per class. Mondays. 11 a.m. 215–331–7120.

Country Western Dance Lessons Associated Polish Home Cultural Center, 9150 Academy Road. Mondays. $7. 7:30 p.m. 215–624–9954.

Crafty Corner Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. A variety of projects available for different levels. $2. Mondays. 12:30 p.m. 215–831–2926.

Current Events Discussion Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Mondays. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.

Dance Aerobics Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:05 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Dance and Gymnastics Classes Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Road. Monday through Thursday and Saturday. Suitable for ages 3 and older. $90 per year. Time and inf.: 215–685–9396.

Dance Classes Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Tap/ballet combo for ages 3–5 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. 215–685–0596. Also at: Disston School, Knorr and Gillespie streets. Tap, ballet and jazz are offered. Monday through Thursday, 7 to 8 p.m. 215–685–8750.

Deep-Water Power Class Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Call for times and inf.: 215–632–0100.

ESL Classes Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Groups have Russian- and English-speaking instructors. Classes are ongoing Monday through Friday. Inf.: 215–698–7300.

Fitness Swimmer Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays at 7:45 p.m. $40. 215–632–0100.

Floral Workshop St. Anne’s Senior Community Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. Space is limited. Registration and prepayment of $20 is required. 10 a.m. 215–426–9799.

Guitar and Drum Lessons Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Classes offered for children and adults Monday and Wednesday evenings. $15 per class. 215–683–1975.

Gymnastics Lackman Playground, 1101 Bartlett St. Co-ed program for tots to age 16. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 5:30 p.m. 215–685–0370.

Hebrew Class Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays. Beginners at 9:30 a.m., intermediate group at 1 p.m. Free. 215–698–7300.

Irish Dance Classes Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. Three payments of $35. Costume fees not included. Mondays. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 215–685–8753. Also at: Carmella Playground, Tulip and Wakeling streets. For ages 6 to 12. $20 per month plus $10 registration fee. Mondays. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–685–1235.

Jewish Life and Culture Discussion Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Karate Fitzpatrick Playground, Academy and Torrey roads. Class for ages 5 and older meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. $45 per month. 215–685–9395.

Knitting Circle Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. This is not a teaching class, but a chance for people of similar interest to gather and share their skills in a comfortable social setting. All ages welcome. Mondays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–698–3012.

Library Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. A librarian will be available every Monday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Little Picassos Arts and Crafts Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. For ages 4 to 9. Mondays. 6:15 to 7 p.m. 215–335–0870.

Low Impact Aquacise Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. 10:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. 215–632–0100.

Mad Science Presents: Science Around the World! Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Children can enjoy demonstrations of science experiments that relate to different countries, cultures and their history. Programming courtesy of Friends of Holmesburg Library. 6:30 p.m. 215–685–8756.

Martial Arts Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Children 8 and older at 4:30 p.m. $25. Adults (18 and older) at 6 p.m. $35. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. 215–685–1242.

Men’s Health Awareness Program Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Learn tips to stay healthy and address issues of prostate health, osteoporosis, cardio health and more. The public is invited. 10 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Pinochle Games Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Join in a friendly game at 12:45 p.m., Monday through Friday. 215–698–7300.

Preschool Program Carmella Playground, 2100 Wakeling St. For children 3 to 5. (Must be potty trained.) Monday, Wednesday and Friday. $70 per month plus one-time registration fee of $15. 9 a.m. to noon. 215–685–1235.

Scrabble Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays. Play for fun or competitively. Free. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.

SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays. Free. 1 p.m. 215–698–7300.

SilverSneakers Muscular Strength & Range of Movement Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Exercise to music to help increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Non-members $3 per class. Mondays at 1 p.m. and Thursdays at 9 a.m. Register. 215–613–1070.

Tae Kwon Do Dorsey Playground, 4800 Hegerman St. Suitable for ages 4 and older. $35 per month. Mondays and Wednesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–685–8734.

Tumbling for Children Picariello Playground, Red Lion and Calera roads. Suitable for ages 4 and older at all levels. $10 registration. Class fees will be collected in three installments. Time and cost: 215–685–9393.

Vinyassa Yoga Holy Innocents St. Paul’s Church, 7001 Torresdale Ave. $7 per visit. A limited number of mats are available. Also on June 27. 7:30 p.m. 215–624–1144.

Wii Bowling Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. 12:30 p.m. Mondays. A donation is requested. 215–831–2926.

Yoga Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Program is for all ages. Mondays. $5 per class. 7:15 p.m. 215–685–0377. Also at: Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Zumba Vogt Recreation Center, Cottage Street and Unruh Avenue. Monday and Friday. First class and registration is $10, then pay $5 per class. 7:30 p.m. 215–685–8753. Another at: Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Monday through Thursday. Call for times. 215–632–0100. Also at: Bridgemen’s Hall (Ironworkers Union), 11600 Norcom Road. $6 per class. Mondays. 7 p.m. 267–304–8553. And at: Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Monday special: Two classes for the price of one. $10. 7 p.m. 267–475–7005. More at: Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Monday and Wednesday. $5 per class. 7:30 p.m. Register. 215–683–1975. Also at: Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4625 Richmond St. Mondays and Thursdays. $3 per class. 7 p.m. 215–685–1247. Another at: Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Mondays. $5 per class. 6 p.m. 215–685–0377.

MEETINGS

Addictions Group Life Victory Church, 7501 Frankford Ave. Meeting is open to those battling all forms of addictions and struggles. Mondays at 7 p.m. 215–331–7500.

Al-Anon New Beginnings Johnson Memorial Methodist Church, 3117 Longshore Ave. (second floor Rainbow room). An AFG District 1 beginners meeting also takes place in the Gospel room. Mondays. 7:30 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous Gloria Dei Church, 570 Welsh Road, Huntingdon Valley. Mondays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 8 p.m. 215–947–8200.

Anger Management Group for Children Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Mondays. 6 p.m. 215–537–5367.

Cocaine Anonymous 12-Step Programs Somerton United Methodist Church, auditorium, 13073 Bustleton Ave. Mondays. 8 p.m. 215–333–7798. Also at: Coffee Connection, 6441 Frankford Ave. Mondays. 8 to 9:30 p.m. 215–333–7798.

Families Anonymous Support Group St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Tyson Avenue and Hawthorne Street. (Use Tyson Avenue door.) For families concerned with a loved one’s drug or alcohol abuse. Mondays. 7:30 p.m. 215–676–8151.

Fox Chase Art Group Fox Chase Library, 501 Rhawn St. New members invited. Participants can work in any medium. There are no restrictions as to level of experience. Free. Mondays. 1 to 3 p.m. 215–731–0101.

Girl Scouts Tarken Recreation Center, 6250 Frontenac St. Open to girls ages 6 to 12. Mondays from 6 to 7 p.m. 215–685–1226.

Mary Mother of Captives Support Group Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. The group is for those with a loved one in prison or about to be sentenced to prison. Pen Pals are also needed. 7 p.m. 215–698–2585.

Narcotics Anonymous Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Monday and Thursday. 8 to 10 p.m. 215–683–1975.

New Visions Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. This is a support and education group for people with low vision and vision impairments. Mondays. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Northeast Community Center for Mental Health/Mental Retardation Board of Directors Orleans Building, Day Hospital Community Room, Roosevelt Boulevard and Adams Avenue. The public is encouraged to attend. 7:30 p.m. 215–831–2934.

Northwood Academy Charter School Board of Directors At the school, 4621 Castor Ave. 5 p.m.

Our Lady of Consolation Seniors Church hall, 7056 Tulip St. Enjoy refreshments, cards, bingo and socializing. 11 a.m. Mondays. 215–332–2674.

Recovery with God Living Word Church, 7916 Frankford Ave. This is a Christian 12-step program. Mondays. 7 p.m. 215–333–5233.

St. Dominic Seniors Marian Hall, 8513 Frankford Ave. New members invited. Group meets Mondays. 10 a.m. 215–335–0929.

Take Back the Neighborhood Group Max Myers Community Center, 1601 Hellerman St. 7 p.m.

The Compassionate Friends, Bustleton Chapter Paul’s Run, 9896 Bustleton Ave. Group is for family members grieving the death of a child regardless of age or cause. 7 p.m. 215–396–0460.

Tuesday, June 21

EVENTS

18th Annual Glen Foerd Regatta Glen Foerd on the Delaware, 5001 Grant Ave. Guests will dine riverside on a picnic-style buffet while watching the racing fleet of the Delaware River Yacht Club. Charlie Zahm will provide musical entertainment. 5:30 p.m. Pre-paid reservations required. 215–632–5330.

AARP Driver Safety Program Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 4:30 to 9 p.m. Pre-register. 215–676–0898.

Adult Irish Ceili Dance Lessons Fox Chase Recreation Center, Rockwell Avenue and Ridgeway Street. Tuesdays. 8 to 10 p.m. 215–945–8163.

Adult Ceramics Vogt Recreation Center, Cottage Street and Unruh Avenue. Tuesday-Thursday. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 215–685–8753. Also at: Dorsey Playground, 4800 Hegerman St. For ages 15 and older. $4, includes firings. Tuesdays. 7 to 9 p.m. 215–685–8734.

Barbershop Quartet & Chorus Rehearsal St. John Neumann Nursing Home, Tomlinson Road and Roosevelt Boulevard. Prospective members, age 18 and older, are welcome to join the Sounds of Liberty Barbershop Chorus Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. 215–636–9012.

Beginners Strength Training and Fitness for Teens Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for ages 13 and older. Ongoing Tuesday and Thursday program. Drop-ins $8 per class. 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. 215–613–1070.

Bingo Far Northeast Senior Citizen Center, 12601 Townsend Road. Tuesdays. Noon. 215–673–7734. More at: Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. 12:45 p.m. 215–831–2926.

Body Pump Class Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday classes available. Inf.: 215–632–0100.

Boot Camp Fitness Classes Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Drop-ins $7. Tuesdays at 6 p.m. and Thursdays at 6 a.m. 215–335–0870. Also at: Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. 6:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 215–632–0100.

Business Counseling Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Hosted by SCORE, counselors to small businesses. Free, one-hour one-on-one sessions can be scheduled. Register. 215–231–9880.

Community Chorus Rehearsal Nazareth Academy Grade School, 4701 Grant Ave. Prospective members are invited to join the Greater Philadelphia Chorale. 7 p.m. Tuesdays. 215–745–4695.

Dance Classes for Children Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Ages 3–6 from 7:15 to 8 p.m.; ages 7–11 from 8 to 8:45 p.m. 215–685–0377.

Exercise Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.

Family Addiction Education Program CORA Services, 8540 Verree Road. Co-sponsored by CORA and PRO-ACT (Pennsylvania Recovery Organization-Achieving Community Together). Learn to recognize and address an addiction problem in a spouse, parent, child or other loved one. Free and confidential sessions are held the first three Tuesdays of each month. 7 to 9 p.m. Register. 1–800–221–6333.

Group Exercise Class Fox Chase Recreation Center, Rockwell Avenue and Ridgeway Street. Adult classes include hi-low energy, cardio kick boxing and body sculpting. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $4 per class. 7 p.m. 215–685–0575.

Gymnastics Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Suitable for ages 4 and older. 5 to 9 p.m. Call for time for specific age group. Tuesdays. $20 per month. Register. 215–683–1975.

Japanese Karate Picariello Playground, Red Lion and Calera roads. Co-ed program for ages 7 and older. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $40 registration plus $6 per class. 5 p.m. 215–685–9393.

Kenpo Karate Program Frankford Valley Playground, 4301 Tacony St. For ages 5 to adult. Tuesdays and Fridays. $20 per month. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–685–1248.

Marcella Kochanska-Sembrich Female Chorus Rehearsal Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road. Tuesdays. 7:30 p.m. 215–333–2383.

Martial Arts/Self-defense Classes Gifford Playground, Gifford and Tomlinson streets. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. $40 per month, discounts available. 215–685–0377.

Movie: True Grit Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. See the 2010 western drama at 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Pilates Sculpt and Tone Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for all age groups and fitness levels. $8 per class. Tuesdays at 6 p.m. 215–613–1070.

Poker Games Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Open, friendly games on Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Preschool Story Hour Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Stories, rhymes and coloring for children 3–5 and accompanying adult. Programming courtesy of Friends of Holmesburg Library. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–8756.

Senior Exercise Class Wissinoming Bible Fellowship Church, 4416 Van Kirk St. Stretching and low-impact aerobics. Tuesday and Thursday. $5 for both sessions. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. 215–743–2360.

Texas Hold’em Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Tuesdays. 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. 215–685–0576.

The Biggest Loser Weight-loss Challenge Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Free program is for adults and mature teens. Tuesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–685–0377.

Tots’ Night Out Russo Park Playground, 7321 Torresdale Ave. Tots, ages 2 to 4, can bring one adult for an evening of arts & crafts, ceramics, sports or other activities. Tuesdays. $20 registration fee (includes T-shirt) plus $5 to $10 weekly fee to cover supplies. Time: 215–685–8747.

MEETINGS

Adult Children Coping with Parental Death Moss Rehab/Einstein Hospital, 60 E. Township Line Road, Elkins Park. Bereavement group meets the third Tuesday of each month. Free. 7:30 to 9 p.m. 215–635–0176.

Al-Anon Support Group St. John’s Lutheran Church, Hawthorne Street and Tyson Avenue. 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Bereavement Support Group Holy Redeemer Hospital, first-floor conference room 1, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Group is for those grieving the loss of a family member or friend. 6:30 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.

Breast Cancer Support Group Charles A. and Betty Bott Cancer Center at Holy Redeemer Hospital, first-floor conference room, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadow-brook. 7 to 9 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.

Centering Prayer Support Group Holy Family University, College Center chapel, Grant and Frankford avenues. 7 p.m. 215–332–9373.

Clutterers Anonymous 3501 Solly Ave. Tuesdays. 7:30 p.m. 215–335–7500.

Grief Support Group for Men Holy Redeemer Hospice, 12265 Townsend Road. The group offers men the opportunity to understand their unique experience and support one another man to man. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215–856–1215.

Jardel Senior Citizen Club Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Tuesdays. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215–379–3051.

Lawncrest Community Association St. William parish hall, Argyle and Robbins streets. 7 p.m. 215–342–5642.

Let’s Talk Group Discussion Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Focus is on topics relating to issues faced in life. Tuesdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Northeast Tea Party Patriots SmokeEaters, Frankford Avenue and Sheffield Street. Meets third Tuesday of each month. 7 p.m. 215–744–8963.

Northwood Civic Association St. James Lutheran Church, Castor Avenue and Pratt Street. 7 p.m. 215–533–6744.

Weight-Loss Support Group Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. $5 per week. Tuesdays. 5:30 to 7 p.m. 215–673–2355.

Wednesday, June 22

EVENTS

Arts and Crafts Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Beginners invited. Free. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Bingo Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300. Also at: St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. Packages $5. 12:30 p.m. Bingo also played Monday, Thursday and Friday afternoons. 215–426–9799.

Bollywood (India Fusion) Dance Class for Adults Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. 8:15 p.m. Wednesdays. 267–475–7005.

Buffet-style Breakfast Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. 9 a.m. Second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Space is limited. 215–831–2926.

Concert Kardon Institute for Arts Therapy, 10700 Knights Road. Event is a coffeehouse-style recital of music therapy clients. The Kardon Rock Band headlines. Free. 6 p.m. 215–637–2077.

Dance Classes Picariello Playground, Red Lion and Calera roads. Tap and ballet for age 3 and older. $10 registration. Fees will be collected in three installments. Time and cost: 215–685–9393.

Dollar Store Shopping Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. The Dollar Store will visit the center for convenient shopping. 10 a.m. 215–831–2926.

Pennypack Park Music Festival Welsh Road and Cresco Street. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Features AJ Slick with a Stevie Ray Vaughn tribute and Diamond Dogs with a David Bowie tribute. Free. 7 to 9:30 p.m. www.pennypack.org

MEETINGS

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group St. Joseph’s Manor, 1616 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. For those caring for a relative or friend with Alzheimer’s. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.

Bereavement Support Group Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. 10 to 11 a.m. 215–831–2926.

LeTip International Steve Stein’s Famous Deli, 9359 Krewstown Road. The chapter meets Wednesdays for business-to-business networking from 11:31 a.m. to 1:01 p.m. 1–800–675–3847.

Wissinoming Civic Association 5808 Torresdale Ave. 7 p.m.

Thursday, June 23

EVENTS

Aquacise Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Thursdays. 7:30 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Computer Classes Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 1:30 p.m. Thursdays. 215–685–0576.

Healing Exercise Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Thursdays. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Hip-Hop/Jazz Class Michael Palmer Playground, Thornton and Comly roads. Co-ed class for ages 10–14 held Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. $5 registration fee. $35 per month. 215–685–0371.

Karaoke Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. Thursdays. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., except third Thursday. 215–685–0576.

Karate Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. For ages 4 and older. Thursdays. 5:15 p.m. 215–613–1070. Also at: Northeast Family YMCA, Carriage House, 11088 Knights Road. Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Line Dancing for Adults Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Road. Thursdays. Call for time. 215–685–9396.

Movie Madness Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–745–3127.

Musical Memories Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Enjoy show tunes and jazz. Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Oxford Circle Farmers’ Market Northeast Community Center, 900 E. Howell St. Sponsored by the Food Trust. SNAP/food stamps (EBT/Access cards), Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program vouchers and Philly Food Bucks accepted. Seasonal fruits and vegetables will be available Thursdays throughout the summer. 2 to 6 p.m. 215–575–0444, Ext. 167.

Painting Class Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Learn to paint landscapes, faces and abstract art. Thursdays. A donation is requested. 1 p.m. 215–831–2926.

Pilates Intense Core Workout Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Drop-ins $8. Thursdays. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–613–1070.

Piloxing Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Class is a mix of pilates and boxing. Drop-ins $8. Thursdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–613–1070.

Reverse Mortgage Seminar for Seniors 7725 Castor Ave. Includes learning guides and question-and-answer segment. Thursdays. Free. 6 to 8 p.m. Pre-register. 215–603–2680.

Rosalie’s Review Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Friendly discussion of interesting topics and issues that surround Jewish laws and customs. 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.

SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Thursdays. $3. 11 a.m. 215–331–7120.

SilverSplash Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Thursdays. Free. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Tai Chi Fox Chase Library, 501 Rhawn St. $4 per class. First visit is free. Thursdays. 11 a.m. to noon. 215–332–3648.

Total Tone Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Learn to sculpt and contour your body. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Twelve sessions cost $60 for members, $70 for non-members. Drop-ins $7. 215–335–0870.

Vinyassa Yoga Holy Innocents St. Paul’s Church, 7001 Torresdale Ave. $7 per visit. A limited number of mats are available. Also on June 30. 7:30 p.m. 215–624–1144.

Yoga John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $5 per class. Thursdays. 10 a.m. 215–331–7120. Also at: Picariello Recreation Center, Red Lion and Calera roads. The class is for all levels. Bring a yoga mat. $8 per class or $20 per four-week month. There is also a yearly registration fee. Thursdays. 6:50 to 8:15 p.m. 267–738–8393.

Zumba Holmesburg Recreation Center 4500 Rhawn St. (at Ditman Street). Cindy Ortiz from Fitadelphia is the class instructor. Thursdays. $5 per class. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 215–685–8714. More at: Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. Thursdays. 3 p.m. 215–698–7300.

MEETINGS

Al-Anon Paths to Recovery St. John’s Lutheran Church, Tyson Avenue and Hawthorne Street. Thursdays. 1 p.m.

Al-Anon Support Group Nazareth Hospital, Marian Hall, 2601 Holme Ave. For relatives and friends of those with a drinking problem. Thursdays. 8 p.m. 215–222–5244.

Anger Management for Women Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Thursdays. 7 p.m. 215–537–5367.

Family Support Group 6726 Rising Sun Ave. Sponsored by Northeast Community Center for Mental Health/Mental Retardation. For families of adults with mental illness. Thursdays. 1 to 3 p.m. 215–831–2854.

Going From We to Me Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Group is for recently widowed or divorced individuals 55 and older. Thursdays. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Overeaters Anonymous St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Old York and Ashbourne roads, Elkins Park. This is a HOW meeting. Thursdays. 7:30 p.m. 215–674–4418.

Parenting Group Center for Families and Relation-ships, 1600 Magee Ave. Thursdays. 6 p.m. 215–537–5367.

Post-Bereavement Support Group Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Program is led by Joan Freedman. Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300, Ext. 147.

Tacony Quality of Life Council and Police Service Area-2 Sons of Italy hall, Friendship and Hegerman streets. Meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. 215–834–7632 or e-mail Taconyqol@hotmail.com

Friday, June 24

EVENTS

Open House/Health Fair Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. 9 a.m. to noon. 215–685–0576.

Trivia Night St. Joseph’s Hall, 3501 Solly Ave. $25, includes buffet, beer and wine. Proceeds benefit the works of the Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity, a Catholic religious community in Holmesburg. Bring a team of 8 and create a theme for your table. Cash prizes for first, second and third place. Doors open at 7 p.m. 215–335–7570.

VENDOR ALERT

St. Helena Church 6161 N. Fifth St, along the sidewalk. Flea markets will be held every Saturday until September. Spaces $15. Inf.: 215–317–9168.

Moss Athletic Association 5700 Torresdale Ave. Flea markets will be held every Sunday through Sept. 25. Spaces $10. Inf.: 267–303–9620.

St. Josaphat Ukrainian Church 6932 Ditman St. June 25. Flea market. Inside space with table $20, two for $30; outside space $15, two for $20. Inf.: 215–284–3388.

The Lafayette-Redeemer 8580 Verree Road. June 25. Outdoor flea market. Spaces $25. Inf.: 215–214–2822.

Lawncrest Recreation Center Rising Sun Avenue and Comly Street. July 4. Flea market. Spaces available. Inf.: 267–467–0034, 215–287–7056.

Emmanuel Resurrection Church 8201 Frankford Ave. Aug. 6. Flea market. Rain date Aug. 13. Table/space $10. Inf.: 215–637–0635. ••

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