Friday, April 6
EVENTS
Alpha Course The course on basic Christianity will be held at a home in Lawncrest on Fridays through April 27. The evening begins with a meal, and will be followed by a DVD talk and discussion. This week’s topic is “How can I resist evil.” Free. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215–635–3820.
American Red Cross Blood Drive Rizzo PAL Center, Belgrade and Clearfield streets. 1 to 4:30 p.m. Appointments preferred. 215–426–6583.
Belly Dancing for Adults Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Fridays at 7 p.m. 267–475–7005.
Benefit for Kevin Murray Knights of Columbus, 3300 Knorr St. Murray, a life-long resident of Mayfair, was recently diagnosed with melanoma and metastatic brain cancer. Hosted by Friends of Kevin Murray Association. $30, includes live musical entertainment, food, beer and Chinese auction. Those who attend are invited to bring their own bottle. 7 to 11:30 p.m. Donations for a Chinese auction are also sought. Purchase tickets in advance or at the door. 267–251–9007, 609–234–3452.
Bible Club Grace Bible Church, Big A Pavilion at Pollock Playground, Ashton Road, north of Holme Circle. Fun games, snacks and more for children 8 to 12. Fridays. 7 p.m. 215–934–6625.
Bingo Loudenslager American Legion Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave. Sandwiches and snacks will be available. Proceeds benefit veterans’ needs. 7 p.m. 215–728–9412.
Charity Hockey Game Flyers Skate Zone, 10990 Decatur Road. The Flyers alumni team will face the Philly Fighters. Proceeds benefit breast cancer patients Jenn Badolato and Vicki Cummings. Tickets cost $10 for the game and an additional $10 for after-party with food, light fare, pictures, autographs and memorabilia signings.
Chit Chat & All That Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Fridays. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Counseling with the Rabbi Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Rabbi Berliner will share concerns, problems or issues. Fridays at 9:45 a.m. (by appointment). 215–698–7300.
Country Line Dancing Salvation Army, 5830 Rising Sun Ave. Free. Fridays. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 215–722–5447.
Cycling Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Fridays. 9 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Hot Topics Discussion Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Fridays. 1:30 p.m. 215–745–3127.
Let’s Talk with Norma Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Fridays. 1 p.m. 215–745–3127.
Lunch with the Rabbi Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Join Rabbi Berliner at her tisch as she offers her own version of soul food. Sign up in advance for lunch. Fridays. 11:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Pilates Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Fridays. 10 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Sabbath Service and Lunch Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Fridays. Noon to 2 p.m. 215–745–3127.
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.
SilverSneakers Muscular Strength Training Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Appropriate for older adults who are unfamiliar with exercise as well as those who are fit and active. Fridays at 9:15 a.m. and 1 p.m. Free. 215–698–7300.
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.
Yoga Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Fridays. 11:15 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Zumba Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Drop-ins $12 per visit. Fridays. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 215–613–1070. Also at: En Pointe Dance Studio, 3114 Willits Road. Fridays. 7 p.m. 215–856–7100. And at: Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Fridays. 9 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Zumba/Yoga Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Fridays. Zumba at 9:30 a.m., yoga at 10:30 a.m. 215–635–6611.
MEETINGS
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group Holy Redeemer Lafayette, 8580 Verree Road. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.
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.
Narcotics Anonymous 12-Step Group Somerton United Methodist Church, Wesley Room, 13073 Bustleton Ave. Fridays. 1 and 8 p.m. 215–673–2745.
Overeaters Anonymous Bustleton Library, Bustleton Avenue and Verree Road. Location is handicapped accessible. 10:30 a.m. Fridays. 215–685–0472, 215–674–4418.
Rotary Club of Northeast Sunrisers Country Club Restaurant, 1717 Cottman Ave. Fridays at 7:30 a.m. for breakfast. 215–887–9990.
Widow and Widower Support Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Fridays. Free. 10 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Saturday, April 7
EVENTS
Art Class Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Suitable for age 10 and older. All skill levels are welcome. Emphasis is on sketching and painting. Six-week Saturday program. Register. 215–683–1975.
Beginners Yoga St. Luke’s Parish hall, 1946 Welsh Road. Bring a yoga mat. Saturdays. $20 per four-week month. 10 to 11:15 a.m. 267–738–8393.
Body Pump Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Saturdays. 7:45 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Carmella Kings Basketball Program Carmella Playground, 2100 Wakeling St. Co-ed program for ages 6 to 13. $20. Saturdays. 10 a.m. to noon. 215–685–1235.
Children’s Intermediate Level Martial Arts Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Saturday. Noon to 1 p.m. Cost and inf.: 215–685–1242.
Cycling Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Saturdays. 9 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Dance Classes Michael Palmer Playground, Thornton and Comly roads. Co-ed tap and ballet available for ages 3–9 on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. $5 registration. $35 per month. 215–685–0371. More at: Officer Robert Hayes Memorial Playground, Roosevelt Boulevard and Conwell Avenue. Tap for ages 6 and younger, jazz for ages 7 and older. Time: 215–685–0376. Also at: Carmella Playground, 2100 Wakeling St. For ages 3 to 14. $25 per month. 10 a.m. to noon. 215–685–1235.
Easter Celebration Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Children and families can enjoy stories, crafts and an egg hunt. 2:30 p.m. 215–685–0522.
Easter Egg Roll Bethesda Church, 808 Red Lion Road. Children through grade six are invited. 11 a.m. 215–464–3131.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Teacher speaks fluent Russian and English. Free. Donations are accepted. Saturdays. 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215–685–0377.
Kinder Tumbleina and Ballet/Tap Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Available for ages 3–5 on Saturday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Try one class free. Register now and receive half-off the registration fee. 267–475–7005.
Peewee Indoor Soccer Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for ages 4–6. Saturdays. 9 to 10 a.m. 215–613–1070.
Pilates Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Core workout strengthens, stretches and tones. Saturdays at 8:45 a.m. and Wednesdays from 7 to 7:45 p.m. Drop-ins $7. 215–335–0870.
SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Participants must be members of SilverSneakers. Saturdays. 1 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Stretch & Core Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Saturdays. 11:15 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Used Book Sale Ryerss Museum and Library, Burholme Park, 7370 Central Ave. Hosted by Friends of Ryerss. First Saturday of each month. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Walk-in SAT Prep Workshop Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Teens can get help before taking the SAT. Also on April 14 and 21. 1 to 4 p.m. 215–685–0522.
Yoga Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Saturdays. 10 to 11 a.m. 215–613–1070.
Zumba Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Saturdays. 10:15 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Zumba and Zumba Toning En Pointe Dance Studio, 3114 Willits Road. Zumba toning at 8 a.m. Zumba class at 9 a.m. Drop-ins $8. Saturdays. 215–856–7100.
MEETINGS
55+ Singles Breakfast Group Michael’s Restaurant, Roosevelt Boulevard and Haldeman Avenue. Saturdays. 10:30 a.m.
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.
Philadelphia Police Explorers Philadelphia Police Academy, 8501 State Road. Program is for ages 14 to 20 who are interested in a career in law enforcement. Saturdays. 10 a.m. www.ppdonline.org (Click on Explorers link).
Saturday Morning Singles Great American Diner, Street Road, Bensalem. 50+ group for single, widowed or divorced persons. 9 a.m. 215–639–4751.
Silver Bookworms Social breakfast group for single, widowed and divorced persons 60 years and older meets at 10:30 a.m. the first and third Saturday of each month. Call for location. 215–624–3786.
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, 215–953–1030.
Sunday, April 8
EVENTS
Advanced SilverSneakers Aerobics Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Sundays. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Body Combat Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Sundays. 10 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Body Pump Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Sundays. 8:45 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Easter Concert Calvary Memorial Church, 7200 Roosevelt Blvd. “Glorious Day” features Calvary Memorial Church choir and pageant. Free. Nursery provided for children 4 and younger. 6 p.m.
Inter-faith Easter Sunrise Service Glen Foerd on the Delaware, 5001 Grant Ave. Hosted by the Far Northeast Ministerium. Gather at the riverbank at 6:30 a.m. 215–637–4210.
Peewee Indoor Hockey Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for ages 5–7. Sundays. 10 a.m. to noon. 215–613–1070.
Pilates, Sculpt & Tone Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for all age groups and fitness levels. Drop-ins $10 per class. Sundays at 11:30 a.m. and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. 215–613–1070.
Swim Lessons for All Ages Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Private swim lessons are available seven days a week. Call for inf.: 215–698–7300, Ext. 141.
Total Teen Exercise Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Class is a blend of legs and Abs/Pilates. Sundays. 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. 215–335–0870.
Zumba Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Sundays. $12 per class. 10:30 a.m. 215–613–1070.
MEETINGS
60+ Widow and Widower Social Group Meets for brunch on Sundays after noon Mass. Location inf.: 215–624–0664.
Gam-Anon and Gamblers Anonymous Nazareth Hospital, 2601 Holme Ave. Twelve-step program for family and friends of compulsive gamblers. Sundays. 7 p.m. Hot line: 1–888–213–3945.
Incest Survivors Frankford Memorial United Methodist Church, 1300 Dyre St. Enter on Oakland Street. Sundays. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 215–848–3830, www.isadelawarevalley.org
Overeaters Anonymous 12-Step Group Nazareth Hospital, 2601 Holme Ave., second floor, conference room 1. Sundays. 10:30 a.m. 215–745–9661.
Monday, April 9
EVENTS
Adult Acrylic Art Class Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Mondays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. and Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $5 per class. 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. Mondays. 215–685–1235.
Adult Ceramics Russo Park Playground, 7321 Torresdale Ave. Mondays. 7 to 9 p.m. 215–685–8747.
Advanced Beginners Hebrew Class Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Aerobics Classes Holy Redeemer Health & Fitness Center, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Held 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.
Aerobic Yoga Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. Mondays. 7 p.m. 215–698–7300.
After-School Programs Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Suitable for ages 5–10. Monday through Friday, 3 to 6 p.m. Coverage for half-days available. Before-school care also available for students of Farrell School. 215–683–1975. And at: Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Offered to Loesche Elementary School students ages 6 to 12. Monday through Friday, 3 to 5:45 p.m. $60 per month. 215–685–0377.
Application Acceptance for Boyle Tot Program 13049 Kelvin Ave. Pre-school classes are available this fall for children ages 2–1/2 to 4. Applications accepted Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 215–685–0368.
Arts & Crafts and Ceramics Roosevelt Playground, 6455 Walker St. Class is suitable for ages 5 to adult. Mondays. $12 per month. 6:30 to 8 p.m. 215–685–8754.
Arts & Crafts for Children Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Road. For ages 6 to 10. $1 per class. Mondays. 6 to 7:30 p.m. 215–685–9396.
Ball Fusion Exercise Class Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Pilates-esque exercise ball workout. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Time and inf.: 215–335–0870.
Bingo for Seniors Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Mondays at noon. 215–683–1994. Also at: Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Two cards cost $1. 12:30 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Body Combat Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. 215–632–0100.
Boot Camp Workout Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays. Bring sneakers and a towel. Members $3, non-members $5. 7 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Cardio CrossFit Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Mondays. 7:15 to 8:15 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 Class Juniata Park Older Adult Center, 1251 E. Sedgley Ave. Eight-week Monday class costs $80. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 215–685–1490.
Computer Lab and Intro to Computers Oxford Circle Christian Community Development Association, 900 E. Howell St. Learn computer basics or get assistance with software. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215–288–8507.
Core Training Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays. 4 p.m. 215–632–0100.
Country Western Dance Lessons Associated Polish Home Cultural Center, 9150 Academy Road. Mondays. $7. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215–624–9954.
Current Events Discussion Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Mondays. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Cycling Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays. 9 a.m. and 6 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 and Trim Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. 215–632–0100.
Dance Classes Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Classes available Monday through Friday in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical contemporary, hip-hop (For ages 4 and older). Register between 4 and 9 p.m. and receive half-off the registration fee. Call for class times. 267–475–7005. More at: Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Tap/ballet combo for ages 3–5 at 4:30 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 at 7 p.m. 215–685–8750.
ESL Classes Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Groups have Russian- and English-speaking instructors. Classes are ongoing Monday through Friday. Times and inf.: 215–698–7300.
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.
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.
Kettlebell Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays. 5 p.m. 215–632–0100.
Library Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. A librarian will be available every Monday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Line Dance Tacony/Mayfair Sons of Italy, 4741 Friendship St. Mondays. $7 per class. 215–335–3232.
Little Picassos Arts and Crafts Classes Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. For ages 4 to 9. Mondays. 6:15 to 7 p.m. 215–335–0870.
Martial Arts Program Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Children’s classes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. $30 per month plus $15 registration fee and $15 for uniform and handbook. 215–685–1242.
Music Lessons Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Suitable for age 8 through adult. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. 3 to 8 p.m. 267–439–9315.
Open Floor Poetry Readings American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Ave. For ages 14 and older. Meets the second and fourth Monday of the month. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215–685–8733.
Pilates Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays. 10 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Piloxing Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Class is a mix of pilates and boxing. Drop-ins $10. Mondays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–613–1070.
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.
Preschool Story Time Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. Stories, songs and an easy craft for children 2–6 and their caregivers. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0549.
Reminiscing Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Let’s remember when. Mondays. 12:15 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Scrabble Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays. Play for fun or competitively. Free. 1:15 p.m. 215–698–7300.
SilverSneakers Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays and Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m. 215–632–0100.
SilverSneakers Basic Cardio Fitness Training Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays at 10:30 a.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.
Tot Recreation Program Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Four-year-olds meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. 215–924–7404.
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. Inf.: 215–685–9393.
Tutoring Program Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Suitable for children in kindergarten through grade 12. Parents must register children in the office. Inf.: 215–685–1242.
Wii Bowling Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Mondays. A donation is requested. 12:30 p.m. 215–831–2926.
Yoga Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Mondays. $5 per class. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–685–0596. Also at: Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays. 11 a.m. 215–632–0100. More at: Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Program is designed for all levels of experience and ability. Mondays. 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. 215–635–6611.
Zumba Academy of Russian Arts, 11018 Rennard St. Mondays. 7 to 7:45 p.m. 267–934–2055. Also at: Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. Mondays and Tuesdays. $5 per class. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215–685–8753. Another at: Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays. 9 a.m. 215–632–0100. Also at: Bridgemen’s Hall (Ironworkers Union), 11600 Norcom Road. $5. Mondays. 7 to 8 p.m. 267–304–8553. More at: Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Mondays from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. and Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. 215–635–6611. And at: Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Mondays and Wednesdays. Drop-ins $7. 7 to 8 p.m. 267–475–7005. More at: Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Monday, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.; Wednesday, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 to 10:15 a.m. Register. 215–683–1975. Also at: Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4625 Richmond St. Mondays and Thursdays. $3 per class. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–685–1247.
MEETINGS
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: Stones AA Clubhouse, Princeton Ave. 7 p.m. Call for info.: 215–333–7798.
Drizin-Weiss Auxiliary #215 Jewish War Veterans Casino Deli, 2425 Welsh Road. Lunch at noon. Meeting begins at 1 p.m. Group gets together the second Monday of each month, except July and August. 215–464–2828.
East Torresdale Civic Association Liberty Evangelical Free Church, Linden Avenue and Milnor Street. Normally meets the second Monday of each month. 7 p.m. Inf.: www.easttorresdalecivic.com
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, 1–800–736–9805.
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, 215–335–9042.
Men’s Awareness Group Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Discussions geared to interests of retired men. Members only. Mondays. 11 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Narcotics Anonymous Pelbano Recreation Center, meeting room, 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. to 2 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Our Lady of Consolation Seniors Church hall, Tulip Street and Princeton Avenue. New members welcome. Mondays. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215–742–2475.
Overeaters Anonymous Elkins Park Hospital/Moss Rehab, 60 E. Township Line Road, room G-3, Elkins Park. This location is handicapped accessible. Mondays. 8 p.m. 215–674–4418.
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.
Tacony Community Development Corporation Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. The pubic is invited to learn about the efforts to revitalize Torresdale Avenue. Registration at 6 p.m. Program runs 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. A small informal reception follows. 215–501–7799.
Tuesday, April 10
EVENTS
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, 215–425–2444.
Aerobic Yoga Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. Tuesdays. 7 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Art Therapy for Teens Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Suitable for ages 13 to 15. Tuesdays. 4 p.m. 215–537–5367.
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.
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 Flow Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Tuesdays. 6:30 p.m. 215–632–0100.
Body Pump Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. 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. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 6:15 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Cardio & Toning Classes Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $25 per month. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215–685–1242.
Cardio/Abs Class for Adults Carmella Playground, 2100 Wakeling St. Tuesdays. $30 fee. 6:30 p.m. 215–685–1235.
Cardio Kickboxing Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Get a complete cardiovascular workout. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 6:45 p.m. 215–335–0870.
Ceramics Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Tuesdays. $2. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215–685–0576. Also at: Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4625 Richmond St. Tuesdays. $5 to join plus $2 each time you attend. 6:30 to 9 p.m. 215–685–1247.
Chef’s Special Lunch Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Features pizza, salad and cannoli. 11:30 a.m. Register. 215–831–2926.
Children’s Play Group Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. For ages 2–1/2 to 3. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. $80 per month. 9:30 a.m. to noon. 215–685–1242.
Circuit Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Core Pilates Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Class is for teens and adults at all levels. Tuesdays. $5 per class. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–685–0596.
Dance Classes Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Classes in tap, ballet and jazz are available for girls 6 and older. Tuesdays at 6 p.m. and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. Register in advance. 215–685–1242.
Dance Exercise with Elayne Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Tuesdays. 10:45 a.m. 215–745–3127.
Dance Program Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Tap, jazz and ballet available for ages 3 to 14 Tuesday evenings. Time and inf.: 215–685–0377.
ESL Classes Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Free, ongoing multilevel classes for adults are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. New students are welcome the first session of each month. 1 to 3:30 p.m. or 5:30 to 8 p.m. 215–474–1235, Ext. 222.
Exercise Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Fitness Aerobics Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Low-impact aerobics to enhance cardio and minor muscle tone. $5. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 7 p.m. 215–698–7300, Ext. 146.
GED/ABE Classes for Adults Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Provided through the Center for Literacy. 5:30 to 8 p.m. Register. 215–474–1235.
GED and ESL Classes Oxford Circle Christian Community Development Association, 900 E. Howell St. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 5 to 8 p.m. 215–288–8507.
Greater Philadelphia Chorale Rehearsals Nazareth Academy Grade School, 4701 Grant Ave. Prospective members are invited to join the community chorus. Tuesdays. 7 p.m. 215–745–4695.
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.
Hip-Hop/Jazz Classes Michael Palmer Playground, Thornton and Comly roads. Tuesday co-ed class for ages 3–6 at 6:30 p.m.; ages 6–9 at 7:30 p.m. $5 registration fee. $35 per month. 215–685–0371.
Intermediate SilverSneakers Cardio Fitness Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Tuesdays at 6 p.m. 215–698–7300.
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.
Karate Disston Recreation Center, 4510 Disston St. For ages 8 to 14. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 to 6:20 p.m. $50 per month. 215–464–3054, 215–685–8750. And at: Heitzman Recreation Center, 3631 Amber St. Tuesday and Thursday. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–685–1244.
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.
Kids CrossFit Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for ages 6–12. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 4:30 p.m. 215–613–1070.
Knitting Nook Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Tuesdays. All levels welcome. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Line Dancing Tacony/Mayfair Sons of Italy, 4741 Friendship St. Tuesdays. $7 per class. Advanced class at 7 p.m., int./adv. at 8 p.m. 215–335–3232.
Marcella Kochanska-Sembrich Female Chorus Rehearsal Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road. Tuesdays. 7:30 p.m. 215–333–2383.
Martial Arts for Adults Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Classes held on Tuesday from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. and Friday from 6 to 7 p.m. $20 registration fee plus $45 per month for classes. 215–685–1242.
Mural Arts Program Art Workshop Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Free program for children age 10–14. Tuesdays and Thursdays through May 17. 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Register. 215–85–1242.
Pilates Sculpt and Tone Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for all age groups and fitness levels. $10 per class. Tuesdays at 6 p.m. and Sundays at 11:30 a.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 Program Dorsey Playground, 4800 Hellerman St. Suitable for ages 3 to 5. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. $60 per month. 215–685–8734.
Quit Smoking Comfortably Program Aria Hospital, Torresdale Campus, Cancer Center resource room, Red Lion and Knights roads. Free nicotine replacement supplies available. Continues Tuesdays through May 15. Noon to 1 p.m. or 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Registration is mandatory. 1–888-PENN STOP.
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.
SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit Juniata Park Older Adult Center, 1251 E. Sedgley Ave. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $1. 10 a.m. 215–685–1490.
SilverSneakers MSROM Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. 215–697–8007. Another at: Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Tuesdays at 11 a.m. and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. $3 per class if not a SilverSneakers member. 215–683–1994.
SilverSneakers Walking Club Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Tuesdays. Inside or outside, weather permitting. Non-members $3. 9 a.m. 215–613–1070.
SilverSneakers Yoga Stretch Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Tuesdays. Free. 11:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Step Aerobics and Toning Class Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Tuesday and Thursday. $25 per month plus $10 registration fee. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215–685–1242.
Super Trim Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. 215–632–0100.
Tai Chi for Seniors Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Tuesdays. Improve stress reduction, balance and agility. $3 per class. 10 a.m. 215–683–1994.
Tae Kwon Do Chalfont Playground, Chalfont and Deerpath roads. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children’s class from 5 to 6 p.m., adult class from 6 to 7 p.m. Inf.: 215–840–8357.
Texas Hold’em Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Tuesdays. 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. 215–685–0576.
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.
Tot Recreation Programs Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Three-year-olds meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon. 215–924–7404. Also at: Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Classes for 3-year-olds meet Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. $70 per month plus a $25 non-refundable registration fee. 215–685–1230.
Tumbling for Children Russo Park Playground, 7321 Torresdale Ave. For children ages 5 to 9. Tuesdays. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–685–8747.
Yoga Centre for Well Being, 7880 Oxford Ave. Beginners Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m., mixed levels Wednesdays at 7 p.m., and a children’s class on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. Register. 215–745–4025. And at: Pelbano Playground, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Suitable for age 12 to adult. Tuesdays. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–683–1975. Also at: St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, Trenton Avenue and Cumberland Street. Tuesdays. 9 a.m. $5 per class. 610–996–7331. More at: Juniata Park Older Adult Center, 1251 E. Sedgley Ave. Tuesdays-Thursdays. $1. 11 a.m. 215–685–1490.
Zumba Classes Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Tuesdays. $5 per class. 7 p.m. 215–683–1994. And at: Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. $12 per class. Tuesdays. 7:15 p.m. 215–613–1070. More at: Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Road. Tuesdays. $5 per class. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–685–9396. Also at: Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Tuesdays. $5. 6 p.m. 215–698–7300. And at: Chalfont Recreation Center, 4300 Deerpath Lane. Tuesdays. $5 registration plus $5 per class. 8:30 p.m. Another at: Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Tuesdays. 6:15 p.m. 215–632–0100.
Zumba Dance American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Ave. For ages 12 and older. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–685–8733.
MEETINGS
2nd Police District Advisory Council (PDAC) Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6500 Tabor Ave. PDAC members, who represent neighborhood organizations and institutions, hear reports on area crime-fighting strategies and quality-of-life issues from police and the District Attorney’s office. 7 p.m. [email protected]
Al-Anon Support Groups Gloria Dei Church, 570 Welsh Road, Huntingdon Valley. For friends and relatives of those with a drinking problem. 7:30 p.m. 215–947–8200. Another at: St. John’s Lutheran Church, Hawthorne Street and Tyson Avenue. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Anger Management for Men Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Tuesdays. 7 and 8 p.m. 215–537–5367.
Boy Scout Troop 252 All Saints Episcopal Church, 9601 Torresdale Ave. Tuesdays. 7 p.m. A Cub Pack is also forming. 215–338–4643.
Cancer Support Groups Holy Redeemer Hospital and Medical Center, Cancer Center conference room, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Second Tuesday of each month. Groups for patients, their family and friends meet from 4 to 6 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.
CARES Support Group Charles A. and Betty Bott Cancer Center at Holy Redeemer Hospital, first floor, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Open to all cancer patients, their families and caregivers. Free program includes an educational session followed by a support group session. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.
Centering Prayer Support Group Holy Family University, College Center chapel, Grant and Frankford avenues. Tuesdays. 7 to 8:30 p.m. 215–332–9373.
Clutterers Anonymous 3501 Solly Ave. Tuesdays. 7:30 p.m. 215–335–7500.
Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Chapter 6 Salvation Army, 5830 Rising Sun Ave. 1 p.m. Free membership is available for disabled vets, 80 and older. Women veterans are invited to join. P.O. Box 11447, Philadelphia, PA 19111.
Family Support Group Northeast Community Center MH/MR, Orleans Building, Roosevelt Boulevard and Adams Avenue. For families of adults with mental illness. Tuesdays. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215–831–2854.
From Victim to Victor 7757 Frankford Ave. God’s Arrows fellowship provided for children. Tuesdays. 7:30 p.m. 215–343–8474, www.LivingWatersPhila.com
Girl Scouts Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Tuesdays. 5 to 6 p.m. Applications may be picked up in the office. 215–685–1242.
Holmesburg Civic Association Holmesburg Recreation Center, Rhawn and Ditman streets. Meets second Tuesday of each month (except July and August). 7:15 p.m. 215–332–6781.
Jardel Senior Citizen Club Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Tuesdays. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215–379–3051.
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.
Nar-Anon St. Martin of Tours school cafeteria, 5450 Roosevelt Blvd. This is a 12-step support group for family and friends of the drug-addicted. Tuesdays. 7 p.m. 1–855–627–2666.
Riverside Alateen Group United Methodist Church of the Good Shepherd, Chalfont and Calera roads. Area youth who are affected by another person’s drinking are invited. Tuesdays. 7:30 p.m. An Al-Anon group meets across the hall. 215–499–3892, 267–546–6811.
Rotary Cub of Frankford-Northeast Cannstatter’s, 9130 Academy Road. Tuesdays. 12:15 to 1:30 p.m.
Scuba Diving Club Scubadelphia, 7714 Castor Ave. Second Tuesday of the month. Free. 7 p.m. 267–343–5590.
Somerton Civic Association Walker Lodge 306, 1290 Southampton Road. Meets the second Tuesday of each month (except July and August). 7:30 p.m.
Survivors of Suicide Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion Roads. Self-help group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. 7:30 p.m. The group meets the second Tuesday of every month. 215–545–2242.
Teen Girls Anger Management Group Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Tuesdays. 7 p.m. 215–537–5367.
To Live Again, Feasterville Chapter St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church, Street Road and Bustleton Pike, Feasterville. Widows and widowers of all ages are invited. Meets every second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. 215–357–2025.
Weight-Loss Support Group Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Free. 6 to 7 p.m. Register at [email protected]
