Wednesday, Sept. 7
EVENTS
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 Drives Prism Career Institute, 8040 N. Roosevelt Blvd., classrooms 317/318. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Another at: Special People in Northeast (SPIN), 10541 Drummond Road, training room 4. Noon to 6 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.
Auditions for 101 Dalmatians Ramp Playground, Rowland and Solly avenues. Presented by Junior Vogue Players of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation and Ramp Playground for ages 6 to 14. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. OR Sept. 8 at the same times. Bring sheet music and have a song prepared. 215–685–2217.
Auditions for Honk! Fox Chase Elementary School, Rhawn and Ridgeway streets. Also on Sept. 8. 6 to 9:30 p.m. each night. Openings for ages 6 to adult. Callbacks on Sept. 10. Presented by The Actors’ Group in association with Philadelphia Parks and Recreation. $85, includes T-shirt and DVD. The show will be staged in December. 215–742–7753.
Boating Skills & Seamanship Course Wissinoming Yacht Club, 6103 Delaware Ave. Nine-week Wednesday course costs $50. 7 to 9 p.m. 215–349–0982, 215–901–4624.
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. 14 and 21 and Oct. 5, 12 and 26. 9 a.m. to noon. 215–635–6611.
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.
Quit-Smoking Program Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Wednesdays through Oct. 12. Free nicotine replacement supplies available. Program supported by Philadelphia Department of Public Health and Pennsylvania Department of Health. 5 to 6 p.m. or 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Registration is required. 1–888-PENN-STOP.
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.
Spanish for Beginners John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $5 per class. Wednesdays. 1 p.m. 215–331–7120.
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 Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Ages 5 to 8 at 7 p.m.; ages 8 to 11 at 8 p.m. $60 per month. Uniform included with the first payment. 215–685–0377.
Tai Chi for Seniors Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Wednesdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Thrift Store Shopping Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Precious Seconds Mobile Thrift Store will be at the center at 10 a.m. 215–831–2926.
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. Drop-ins $7. 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
Adults and Family Members with ADD/ADHD Support Group Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, conference room 2, Knights and Red Lion roads. Held first Wednesday of the month. 7 to 9 p.m. 267–401–9375.
Bereavement Support Group Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Facilitated by Helene Cohen. Wednesdays. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300, Ext. 147..
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.
Hearing Loss Association of America, Philadelphia Chapter 1 Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley. Karen Latimer from Pennsylvania’s Initiative on Assistive Technology and the Telecommunications Device Distribution Program will explain the programs and demonstrate some devices. 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. 215–698–0980.
Jewish Culture Club Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Keneseth Israel-Adath Jeshurun Senior Adult Club Congregation Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Social hour at 11 a.m., business meeting starts at 11:45 a.m. Rabbi Kevin Kleinman presents “Setting a Spiritual Tone for the New Year” at 12:30 p.m. The public is invited. 215–635–6611.
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.
Maternity BVM Seniors School hall, 9220 Old Bustleton Ave. New members are invited. First and third Wednesday of every month. 11 a.m. 215–698–2614.
“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.
Philadelphia Mothers of Twins & Triplets Club Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. All mothers of twins and higher order multiples are invited. 7:30 p.m. First Wednesday of the month September through June. www.nepmottc.com
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. 8
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.
American Red Cross Blood Drive Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2819, John Bayer Memorial Hall, first floor, 6850 Martins Mill Road. 2:30 to 8:30 p.m. 1–800-RED CROSS.
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.
Financial Peace University Seminar Bethesda Presbyterian Church, 808 Red Lion Road. Thirteen-week program will be presented by Dave Ramsey Thursdays through Dec. 8. None on Nov. 24. Reservations required. 215–464–3131.
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.
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.
Torresdale Men Bowling League Thunderbird Lanes, 3081 Holme Ave. New members or teams invited. This is a competitive and fun league. Thursdays. 9:15 p.m. A brief meeting will be held tonight at 8:30 p.m. 215–816–2079.
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 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 Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. Thursdays. 3 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Zumba Master Class Bridgemen’s Hall (Ironworkers Union), 11600 Norcom Road. $10. 7 to 8:30 p.m. 267–304–8553.
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.
Frankford Civic Association Aria Health, Frankford Campus, second-floor conference room, 4900 Frankford Ave. Frankford residents, business owners and workers are invited. Usually meets the first Thursday, off July & Aug. 7 p.m.
Girl Scouts Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Girls in first through ninth grades are invited. Thursdays. $80 seasonal fee. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Runs thru school year. 215–685–0377.
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 Radio Control Club Woodhaven Center, 2900 Southampton Road. Meets the second Thursday of each month. 7:30 p.m. www.neprcc.org
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.
Pennsylvania Fish Culturist Association Lawncrest Recreation Center, 6000 Rising Sun Ave. The group meets the second Thursday of each month, except July and August. 7:30 p.m. 856–428–1431, [email protected]
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.
Friday, Sept. 9
EVENTS
House of Koinonia 7759 Frankford Ave. Visit the coffee house for food, movie, games and fun. 9 p.m. to midnight. 215–332–9688.
Relaxation, Breathing & Meditation Session Holy Innocents St. Paul’s Church, 7001 Torresdale Ave. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat or towel. Free. Second Friday. 6 to 7:30 p.m. 215–624–1144.
VENDOR ALERT
St. Helena Church 6161 N. Fifth St, along the sidewalk. Flea markets will be held every Saturday through 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.
Bustleton Bengals President Street and Conwell Avenue. Sept. 11. Flea market. Spaces $20. Inf.: 215–673–3077, [email protected]
Archbishop Ryan High School Front parking lot, 11201 Academy Road. Sept. 17. Flea market. Benefits the school’s marching band. Spaces $15. Inf.: 267–334–5064.
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.
St. Michael’s Lutheran Church Trenton Avenue and Cumberland Street. Sept. 17. Flea market. Spaces $20. Inf.: 215–425–6190.
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.
St. Timothy Lutheran Church 7965 Fillmore St. Will be held in the Fillmore Street parking lot across from the church. Oct. 1. Flea market. Spaces $10. Inf.: 267–879–4637.
Wissinoming Park Frankford and Cheltenham avenues. Oct. 8. Flea market. Sponsored by Mastery Charter School Smedley Elementary PTA. Spaces available. Inf.: 215–839–2333.
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.
Father Judge High School 3301 Solly Ave. Oct. 16. Craft show. Vendor spaces available. 215–338–9494, Ext. 3007 or e-mail [email protected] for an application.
Archbishop Ryan High School 11201 Academy Road. Oct. 22. Craft show. Benefits the school’s marching band. Vendor spaces available. Inf.: 215–969–4035.
Bethesda Presbyterian Church 808 Red Lion Road. Oct. 29. Bazaar. Spaces $25, tables $30. Inf.: 215–677–2046, 215–464–3131. ••
