Wednesday, Feb. 29
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.
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.
Big Top Story Time Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Age-appropriate stories for ages 2–1/2 to 4 with a parent. Wednesdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0472.
Business Card Exchange Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, 10800 Knights Road. Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce members and prospective members will be able to network and meet Aria’s leadership and physicians while touring the hospital’s heart center and electrophysiology lab. 5 to 7 p.m. 215–332–3400.
Cardio Blast Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Wednesdays. $6 per class. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 215–612–4576.
Cardio CrossFit Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Wednesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–613–1070.
Cardiovascular Community Event Nazareth Hospital cafeteria, 2601 Holme Ave. Features a panel discussion with cardiovascular experts, dinner and screenings. Free. Check-in begins at 4:30 p.m. Seminar starts at 6 p.m. Registration required. 1–877-GO MERCY.
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. $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. Also at: Lackman Playground, 1101 Bartlett St. Co-ed program for ages 3 to 5. Wednesdays. 5:30 p.m. 215–685–0370.
Dancing Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road. Live band provides swing music from the 40s and 50s. $10. Refreshments available. Wednesdays. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. 215–624–9954.
“Glee” Singing Lessons Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Suitable for boys and girls 8 and older. Wednesdays through April. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Register. 215–683–1975.
Golden Gals Tacony/Mayfair Sons of Italy, 4741 Friendship St. $5. 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.
Hip-Hop/Funk/Tumbling Classes for Boys Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Suitable for ages 4 to 10. Wednesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 267–475–7005.
Intro to Dance Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Suitable for ages 4–6. Wednesdays and Thursdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–683–1994.
Jazz/Hip Hop Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Ages 7–10 and 11–14 each Wednesday and Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m.; ages 15 to adult Wednesdays from 8 to 9 p.m. 215–683–1994.
Job Fair/Health Fair Children R Us, 8230 Frankford Ave. (Holmesburg Plaza). Vendors are needed. The public is invited. Free. 5 to 7 p.m. 215–331–9400.
Karate Vogt Recreation Center, Cottage Street and Unruh Avenue. Wednesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. $75 month. 215–685–8753.
Klein Music Makers Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Individuals who play an instrument and read music are invited. Wednesdays. 1:30 p.m. 215–698–7300, Ext. 134.
Ladies Aerobics Heitzman Recreation Center, 3631 Amber St. $5 registration plus $5 per class. 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. 215–685–1244.
Lenten Service Philadelphia Protestant Home chapel, 6500 Tabor Ave. 7 p.m. 215–697–8000.
Life Coach Workshop Held at a location in the Northeast Wednesdays through February. Learn to develop a healthy lifestyle, get organized in your home/office and more. 7 p.m. Inf.: 215–725–1995.
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. No class the third Wednesday of the month. $7 per class. 215–335–3232.
School Registration and Tour Maternity B.V.M. Parish hall, 9332 Old Bustleton Ave. Student-led tours of the campus begin at 5:30 p.m. Registration held from 6 to 8 p.m. Also on March 1 at the same times. 215–673–0235.
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 Tai Chi Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 1 to 2 p.m. 215–697–8007.
SilverSneakers Yoga Stretch Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Wednesdays. $3 per class if not a SilverSneakers member. 11 a.m. 215–683–1994. 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.
Step & Sculpt Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Wednesdays. $6 per class. 6:35 to 7:35 p.m. 215–612–4576.
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.
Tax Help for Senior Citizens Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 Knights Road. AARP Foundation tax aides will provide free help for older taxpayers and those with limited incomes. 10 a.m. Appointments are required. 215–685–9383.
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 Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Wednesdays. $6 per class. 7:40 to 8:40 p.m. 215–612–4576. Also at: Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. Wednesdays. 6 p.m. 215–698–7300. More at: Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. $5 per class. Wednesdays and Thursdays. 7 to 7:45 p.m. 215–685–0596. Another at: 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.
MEETINGS
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.
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 Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Social hour at 11 a.m., business meeting at 11:45 a.m. At 12:30 p.m. Judith Maslin reviews “Golden Hands: The Secular and Sacred Legacy of Daniel Blumberg.” 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.
“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, March 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.
Aerobic Yoga Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. Thursdays. 7 p.m. 215698–7300.
A.M. Jump Start Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $6 per class. 7:15 to 8 a.m. 215–612–4576.
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.
Bingo for Seniors Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Thursdays. 12:30 p.m. 215–683–1994.
Cardio Circuit Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Thursdays. $3 per class if not a SilverSneakers member. 11 a.m. 215–683–1994.
Cardio Sculpt Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $6 per class. 6:20 to 7:20 p.m. 215–612–4576.
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 Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Tap and jazz classes available for girls 6 and older. $15 registration fee plus $125 class fee, which can be paid in two installments. Thursdays. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 215–685–1242. Another at: 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 Dance Class Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Suitable for ages 7 to 14. Thursdays. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 267–475–7005.
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 13 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.
Kinder Dance Classes Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Kinder ballet/tap, ballet/jazz is offered Thursdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Register now and receive half-off the registration fee. 267–475–7005.
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 Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $3 per class if not a SilverSneakers member. Thursdays. 9:30 a.m. 215–683–1994.
SilverSneakers MSROM Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. 215–697–8007.
SilverSplash Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Thursdays. Free. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Slide & Tone Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $6 per class. 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. 215–612–4576.
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.
Wooden Crafts inHome Shopping Philadelphia Protestant Home, Fountain Room, 6500 Tabor Ave. Partial proceeds benefit PPH. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 215–697–8000.
Yoga Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $6 per class. 7:25 to 8:25 p.m. 215–612–4576. And at: Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Suitable for age 12 to adult. Thursdays. 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Register. 215–683–1975. Another at: Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $5 per class. Thursdays. 10 a.m. 215–683–1994. Also at: Picariello Recreation Center, Red Lion and Calera roads. The class is for all levels. Bring a yoga mat. $20 per four-week month. 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 7226 Castor Ave. Sponsored by Northeast Community Center for Mental Health/Mental Retardation. For families of adults with mental illness. Thursdays. 1 to 3 p.m. 215–742–7817.
Frankford Civic Association Aria Health, Frankford Campus, second-floor meeting room, 4900 Frankford Ave. Frankford residents, business owners and workers are invited. 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. 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.
Memories on Fabric Bereavement Group Holy Redeemer HomeCare office, 12265 Townsend Road. Share stories of your loved ones as you create a keepsake pillow to keep them in your memory. Bring photos or articles of clothing to incorporate into the pillow. Group will also meet March 8 and 15. Free. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Register. 215–856–1215.
Northeast Philadelphia Lions Club The group meets the first and third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. Call for location information. 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, March 2
EVENTS
Alpha Course The course on basic Christianity will be held at a home in Lawncrest on Fridays through April 27 (none March 30). The evening begins with a meal, and will be followed by a DVD talk and discussion. This week’s topic is “Why did Jesus die.” Free. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215–635–3820.
Movie Night for Children Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. Free. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Snacks will be available. No outside food is permitted. 215–685–8753.
MEETING
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group Holy Redeemer Lafayette, 8580 Verree Road. First Friday of the month. 1 to 2:30 p.m. 1–800–818–4747.
VENDOR ALERT
Father Judge High School 3301 Solly Ave. March 3. Flea market. Sponsored by the school band. Tables $30, spaces $25. Inf.: 215–338–9494, Ext. 1148.
St. Timothy 3033 Levick St. March 10. Flea market. Sponsored by Home and School. Tables $25. Inf.: 267–253–1435.
Associated Polish Home 9150 Academy Road. March 24. Indoor flea market/craft show. Sponsored by Marcella Kochanska-Sembrich Female Chorus. Tables $15.Inf.: 215–633–0560 or e-mail [email protected]
New Foundations Charter School Rhawn Street and Torresdale Avenue. April 28. Flea market. Vendors needed. Inf.: 215–624–8100.
A.L. FitzPatrick School 11061 Knights Road. May 19. Outdoor craft show/flea market. Rain date May 20. Sponsored by Fitz/PVO. Spaces $20 each, two for $35. Inf.: 215–281–2646. ••
