Wednesday, Aug. 31
EVENTS
Adult Tap Tacony/Mayfair Sons of Italy, 4741 Friendship St. $10 per class. Wednesdays. 8 p.m. 215–335–3232.
Adult Irish Ceili Dancing American Legion hall, 301 E. Godfrey Ave. Wednesdays. 7:30 to 9 p.m. 215–725–8055.
Aerobics St. Bernard Senior Adult Program, 7340 Jackson St. $2. Wednesdays. 9:15 a.m. 215–624–5920.
American Red Cross Blood Drive Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. 1 to 7 p.m. 1–800-RED CROSS.
Art Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Class is with a professional instructor. $2. Wednesdays. 2 to 4 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Arts and Crafts Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Beginners invited. Free. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Art Therapy for Children Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Suitable for ages 9 to 12. Wednesdays. 6 p.m. 215–537–5367.
Ceramics for Adults Disston Recreation Center, Disston and Glenloch streets. Wednesdays. 7 to 9 p.m. 215–338–0988.
Co-ed Boxing Class for Adults and Teens Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. No experience is necessary. Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. 215–335–0870.
Core Training Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. Members $3, non-members $5. 7 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Crocheting and Plastic Canvas Class Juniata Park Older Adult Center, 1251 E. Sedgley Ave. Wednesdays. $1. 1 p.m. 215–685–1490.
Dance Classes Picariello Playground, Red Lion and Calera roads. Tap and ballet for age 3 and older. $10 registration. Class fees will be collected in three installments. Time and cost: 215–685–9393.
Dance Program Lackman Playground, 1101 Bartlett St. Co-ed program for ages 3 to 5. Wednesdays. 5:30 p.m. 215–685–0370.
Glee Club Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Suitable for boys and girls 8 and older. Wednesdays. 6:30 to 8 p.m. $20 per month. Pre-register. 215–683–1975.
Glen Foerd Tours 5001 Grant Ave. Guided tours available most Wednesdays. $10, students and seniors (65 and older) $9. 11 a.m. and noon. Call first to be sure the mansion is not closed for a special event. 215–632–5330.
Golden Gals Tacony/Mayfair Sons of Italy, 4741 Friendship St. $7. Wednesdays. 7 p.m. 215–335–3232.
Hebrew Lessons for Adults Temple Beth Ami, 9201 Old Bustleton Ave. Free. Lessons are taught at all levels. Wednesdays. 6 p.m. 215–673–2511.
Karate Vogt Recreation Center, Cottage Street and Unruh Avenue. Wednesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. $75 month. 215–685–8753.
Ladies Aerobics Heitzman Recreation Center, 3631 Amber St. $5 registration plus $5 per class. 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. 215–685–1244.
Line Dancing Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. 1:15 p.m. 215–698–7300. Also at: Tacony/Mayfair Sons of Italy, 4741 Friendship St. Beginners class on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 215–335–3232.
Mah Jongg Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park. All levels and ages, members and non-members are invited. Bring your card and set if you have one. Continues Wednesdays, Sept. 7, 14 and 21 and Oct. 5, 12 and 26. 9 a.m. to noon. 215–635–6611.
Pennypack Park Music Festival Welsh Road and Cresco Street. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Features British Invasion, an English rock tribute. Free. 7 to 9:30 p.m. www.pennypack.org
Playgroup Frankford Group Ministry, 4620 Griscom St. For parents and children 5 and younger. Free. Wednesdays. 10 to 11:30 a.m. 267–693–7016.
Scrapbooking Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4625 Richmond St. Supplies provided. Bring your own book and photos. Wednesdays. $5 per class. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 215–685–1247.
SilverSneakers MSROM Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. Wednesdays. 9:15 a.m. 215–698–7300.
SilverSneakers Yoga Stretch John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Wednesdays. Non-members $3. 11 a.m. 215–331–7120. Also at: Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Move your body through a series of seated and standing yoga poses. Non-members $3 per class. Wednesdays at 9 a.m. Register. 215–613–1070.
Step Aerobics Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4625 Richmond St. Eight classes $15 (Payable at your first class.) or $2.50 per class. Wednesdays. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215–685–1247.
Tae Kwon Do Class Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Suitable for ages 5–14. Wednesdays and Fridays. Classes held at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. depending on age group. $50 per month includes uniform. 215–685–0377.
Tai Chi for Seniors Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Wednesdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Water Aerobics Program Holy Redeemer Sports Medicine Center, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. 5:30 p.m. Also on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Members $62, non-members $80. Pre-register. 1–800–818–4747.
Yoga Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. $8 per class. Wednesdays at 6 p.m. 215–613–1070.
Yoga/Zumba Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Designed for all levels of experience and ability. Wednesdays. Zumba at 5:30 p.m., yoga at 6:30 p.m. 215–635–6611.
Zumba Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. $10. Wednesdays. 7:15 p.m. 215–613–1070. And at: Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Wednesdays and Mondays. 7 p.m. 267–475–7005. More at: The Academy of Russian Arts, 11018 Rennard St. Wednesdays. Drop-ins $10. 4:45 p.m. 267–934–2055.
MEETINGS
Bereavement Support Groups Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Facilitated by Helene Cohen. Wednesdays. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300, Ext. 147. Also at: Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Last two Wednesdays of the month. 10 to 11 a.m. 215–831–2926.
Gam-Anon and Gamblers Anonymous St. David’s Lutheran Church, Academy Road and Linden Avenue. Programs are for those with a gambling problem, their family and friends. Wednesdays. 7 p.m. Hot lines: 1–888–442–7085 (GA), 1–888–213–3945 (Gam Anon).
Golden Age Seniors Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Cottman Avenue and Erdrick Street. (Use Erdrick Street entrance.) Wednesdays. Noon to 3 p.m. 215–331–9680.
Jewish Culture Club Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
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.
“My Weigh” Weight-loss Support Group 11410 Bustleton Ave. Wednesdays. $5 per class. Time and inf.: 215–947–4040.
Narcotics Anonymous 12-Step Program Somerton United Methodist Church, Wesley Room, 13073 Bustleton Ave. Wednesday. 8 p.m. 215–673–2745.
Nicotine Anonymous Paul’s Run Retirement Home, 9896 Bustleton Ave. Wednesdays. 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. 215–934–3000.
Rhawnhurst Seniors Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Wednesdays. 9 a.m.
Senior Citizens Group American Legion Oxley Post, Torresdale Avenue and Decatur Street. The group meets every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. A committee is forming for future events.
SLAA Nazareth Hospital, 2601 Holme Ave., Marion Pavilion, conference room B. Twelve-step group meets Wednesdays. 7 p.m. 215–205–3422.
Supportive Older Women’s Network (SOWN) Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Open forum for women to support each other with the problems of everyday life. Wednesdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
TOPS Weight Loss Groups St. Stephen’s Church, 4201 Princeton Ave. Learn to take off pounds sensibly. Wednesdays at 9:45 a.m. 215–697–8385. Another meeting begins with weigh-in at 6:45 p.m. A short meeting follows. 215–624–6764.
Thursday, Sept. 1
EVENTS
Adult Painting Class Our Lady of Ransom School, 6740 Roosevelt Blvd. Ten-week session. Choice of Thursday evening or Friday afternoon class. Beginners or more experienced welcome. Cost and time: 215–332–4352.
Aquacise Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Thursdays. 7:30 p.m. 215–632–0100.
Arts & Crafts Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9 to 11 a.m. Thursdays. 215–685–0576.
Art Therapy for Children Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Suitable for ages 5 to 8. Thursdays. 6 p.m. 215–537–5367.
Assistance for Veterans with VA Claims District Office of U.S. Rep. Allyson Schwartz, 7219 Frankford Ave. Joseph Buckley, an accredited veteran service officer from the Veterans of Foreign Wars, will assist veterans and their families with submission of new VA claims and answer eligibility and paperwork questions. Thursdays. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call for an appointment. 215–517–6572.
Ballroom Dance Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. $2. Thursdays. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Bingo Cannstatter Volksfest Verein, 9130 Academy Road. Sponsored by Die Alten Herren des Cannstatters. Thursdays. Doors open at 5 p.m.; games start at 6:30 p.m. 215–332–0121, 215–332–7103.
Chess Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. 215–685–0576. More at: Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Play and instruction for beginners and experienced players. Thursdays. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Computer Classes Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Thursdays. 1:30 to 4 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Cooking Class for Kids Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Road. Thursdays. $5 per class. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register. 215–685–9396.
Dance Classes Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Jazz for ages 9 and older offered Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 215–685–0596 or e-mail [email protected] Also at: Tarken Recreation Center, 6250 Frontenac St. For boys and girls ages 5 to 15. Thursdays. 6 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215–685–1226.
Exercise Class Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Free. Thursdays. 10 a.m. 215–831–2926.
Healing Exercise Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Thursdays. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Hip-Hop Cardio Fitness Class Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Drop-ins $8 per visit. Thursdays. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–698–3012.
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 to 6:15 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.
SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Thursdays. $3 per class. 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.
Wit & Wisdom Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–745–3127.
Yoga 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 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 to 2:30 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, Ext. 147.
Northeast Philadelphia Lions Club The group meets the first and third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. Call for location. 215–331–4262.
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 Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Thursdays. 6 p.m. 215–537–5367.
Philadelphia’s First Toastmasters Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6500 Tabor Road. Learn to develop communication and leadership skills, foster self-confidence and personal growth. New members are invited. Meets first and third Thursday of each month. 7 p.m. 215–428–4579, 215–697–8586.
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.
Tabernacle Leisurites Tabernacle Memorial United Methodist Church, Loretto Avenue and Ripley Street. First Thursday of the month. 11:30 a.m. 215–725–7512.
To Live Again Rhawnhurst Chapter Rhawnhurst Presbyterian Church, Loretto Avenue and Lansing Street. All widows and widowers are welcome. First Thursday of each month. 7:30 p.m. 215–745–9119, 215–744–7838.
Friday, Sept. 2
MEETING
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group Lafayette-Redeemer Senior Center, 8580 Verree Road. First Friday of the month. 1 p.m. 1–800–272–3900.
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.
Bridesburg Recreation Center 4601 Richmond St. Sept. 10. Flea market. Sponsored by Bridesburg United Methodist Church. Spaces $15. Inf.: 267–738–5414.
Campbell Square Belgrade Street and Allegheny Avenue. Sept. 10. Flea market. Hosted by Ladies of Port Richmond to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Inf.: 215–425–3834.
Bridesburg Presbyterian Church 2770 Pratt St. Sept. 17. Flea market. Tables $15, spaces $10. Inf.: 215–870–3819.
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church 10901 Calera Road. Sept. 17. Flea market/craft show. Spaces $20 each; two for $35. Inf.: 215–632–1929, 215–815–7255.
Holy Spirit Lutheran Church 1268 Robbins St. (at Loretto Avenue). Sept. 17 and Oct. 15. Outdoor flea markets. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215–535–2550.
American Legion Post 821 (Bridesburg) 4404 Salmon St. Sept. 24. Flea market and craft sale. Spaces $10, with table $15. Inf.: 215–288–4312.
Disston Park 6900 Keystone St., between Longshore Avenue and Disston Street. Sept. 24 and Oct. 8. Flea markets. Sponsored by Tacony Civic Association. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215–338–2575, [email protected]
Holy Family University 9801 Frankford Ave. Sept. 24. Flea market. Hosted by Students At Your Service (SAYS), a student-run community service club. Spaces $15, two for $25. Inf.: 267–341–3729 or e-mail [email protected]
CORA Services 8540 Verree Road. Oct. 1. Indoor and outdoor flea market and craft fair. Indoor tables $30, two for $50; outdoor spaces $15, two for $25. Inf.: 215–701–2524.
Juniata Park Older Adult Center 1251 E. Sedgley Ave. Oct. 1. Flea market. Spaces $15. Inf.: 215–685–1491.
Aria Health, Torresdale Campus Knights and Red Lion roads parking garage. Oct. 15. Flea market. Spaces $20. Hosted by Auxiliary. Call for a reservation packet by Oct. 1. Inf.: 215–831–2179.
Bethesda Presbyterian Church 808 Red Lion Road. Oct. 29. Bazaar. Spaces $25, tables $30. Inf.: 215–677–2046, 215–464–3131. ••
