Wednesday, Sept. 21
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.
Alpha Course: Who is Jesus? Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6500 Tabor Road. The Alpha course is a 10-week practical introduction to the Christian faith. Sessions include a meal, talk and discussion. 6 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215–635–3820.
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.
Back to School Night/Open House Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. Find out what the library offers for the school year, search the online catalog and tour the collections. Have your child fingerprinted and photographed for a free child identification card courtesy of New York Life Insurance Company. Light snacks served. Sponsored by Friends of Torresdale Library. 6 p.m. 215–685–0494.
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.
Kids in the Kitchen Program Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for ages 8–12. Four-session Wednesday class continues Sept. 28, Oct. 5 and 12. 5 to 6 p.m. Members $40, non-members $50. Register. 215–613–1070.
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.
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. 9 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.
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. $10 per class. Wednesdays at 6 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.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. $12 per class. 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
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.
Holme Circle Civic Association St. Jerome School hall, Stamford and Colfax streets. Meetings are held the third Wednesday of the month. 7 p.m. www.holmecirclecivic.org
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.
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.
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. 22
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 Rhawnhurst Presbyterian Church, Foster Hall, 7701 Loretto Ave. 3 to 9 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.
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. Class for ages 4 to 12 at 7 p.m.; adult class at 8 p.m. Thursdays. Drop-ins $10 per class. 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.
Piloxing Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Class is a mix of pilates and boxing. Drop-ins $10. 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 at 9:15 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.
Utility Emergency Services Fund Educational Seminar Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Receive information on the program and its eligibility requirements. 10 a.m. 215–831–2926.
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 drop-in 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
AJWA Sisterhood Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Opening event features cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 7 p.m. The evening’s program, “Life’s too Short for Uncomfortable Underwear: Seven steps to make a successful change in your life starting today,” begins at 8 p.m. Dessert served at 9 p.m. Reservations: 215–635–6611.
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.
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. 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.
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.
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. 23
EVENTS
Senior Expo Pennsylvania Army National Guard Armory, 2700 Southampton Road. Hosted by State Sen. Mike Stack. Residents of the 5th senatorial district are invited to meet representatives from city, state and federal agencies, community organizations, health and housing organizations and more. Refreshments provided. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215–695–1020.
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.
All Saints Church Frontenac and Loney streets. Sept. 24. Flea market. Spaces $15. Inf.: 215–742–3687.
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]
Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. Luke Church lawn, Castor Avenue and Wellington Street. Sept. 24. Flea market. Spaces $15. Inf.: 215–745–8922.
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]
Naval Support Activity (formerly NAVICP) 700 Robbins Ave. Sept. 24. Flea market and craft fair. Spaces available. 215–697–2867 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.
Whitehall Baptist Church 3541 Avalon St. Oct. 1. Flea market. Spaces are free to the community. Inf.: 215–969–3836.
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.
Holy Spirit Lutheran Church 1268 Robbins St. (at Loretto Avenue). Oct. 15. Outdoor flea market. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215–535–2550.
Mayfair Community Center (JMPCC) 2990 St. Vincent St. Oct. 15. Flea market. Spaces $10, with table $15. Inf.: 215–685–8732.
New Foundations Charter School Rhawn Street and Torresdale Avenue. Oct. 15. Flea market. Vendors needed. Inf.: 215–624–8100.
Our Lady of Consolation Church hall, 7056 Tulip St. Oct. 15. Craft and demo show. No jewelry vendors needed. Tables $25. Inf.: 215–906–1141, 267–979–0355.
Vogt Recreation Center 6700 Cottage St. Oct. 15. Flea market. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215–685–8753.
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.
Tacony Library 6742 Torresdale Ave. Oct. 22. Outdoor flea market. Sponsored by Friends of Tacony Library. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215–685–8755.
Bethesda Presbyterian Church 808 Red Lion Road. Oct. 29. Bazaar. Spaces $25, tables $30. Inf.: 215–677–2046, 215–464–3131.
Provincialate of the Sisters of the Holy Redeemer 521 Moredon Road, Huntingdon Valley. Nov. 4 to 6. Art show and sale. Registration fee to enter artwork is $20. Inf.: 215–914–4148.
St. William Parish Hall Argyle and Robbins streets. Nov. 20. Holiday craft fair. Sponsored by Home and School. Tables $25. Inf.: 215–837–6790. ••
