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Events continued (April 11, 2012)

Wednesday, April 18

EVENTS

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Adult Irish Ceili Dancing Rising Sun VFW, 6850 Martins Mill Road. 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.

Aqua Zumba Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. $10 per class. No membership is required. 2:15 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Archery Camp Registration Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. Wednesdays. 7 p.m. Camp will run Aug. 13 to 17 and costs $40. 215–685–8753.

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.

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.

Arts & Crafts Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Ballroom Dance Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road. Dance music will be provided by Richie Moore. $10. Refreshments available. Wednesdays. Members $8, non-members $10. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. 215–624–9954.

Beginners Strength Training & Fitness for Teens Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Wednesdays and Fridays. 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. 215–613–1070.

Body Flow Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 8 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Books Aloud! Workshop Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Through a series of monthly workshops, adults are provided with the resources and skills needed to read aloud successfully with young children. Free. 6:30 p.m. Register. 215–686–5372.

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.

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.

Cycling Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 10:15 a.m. and 6 p.m. 215–632–0100.

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.

E-book Reader Open House Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Adult program. Bring questions about your Nook or Kindle, and learn how to download material for free from the library’s Web site. Library card is required. 10:30 a.m. Also on April 19 at 6 p.m. 215–685–0472.

Golden Gals Tacony/Mayfair Sons of Italy, 4741 Friendship St. $5. Wednesdays. 7 p.m. 215–335–3232.

Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Business Card Exchange VIST Financial, 8000 Verree Road. 5 to 7 p.m. 215–332–3400.

Greyhounds are Great! Program Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. Program is intended for school age children, and space is limited. Children will see live dogs to pet, walk and admire. Presented by Teresa Glover of Citizens Against Greyhound Racing. 4 p.m. 215–685–0494.

Gym Hockey for Kids Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for ages 6–12. Wednesdays. 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. 215–613–1070.

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.

Karate Vogt Recreation Center, Cottage Street and Unruh Avenue. Wednesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. $75 month. 215–685–8753.

Kettlebell Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 4 p.m. 215–632–0100.

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.

Lighten Up with Laughter Program Counseling Center of the Provincialate of the Sisters of the Holy Redeemer, 521 Moredon Road, Huntingdon Valley. Learn laughter exercises and other ways to reduce stress and enhance your immune system and your life. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.

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.

Mid-week Pick-Me-Up Class Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Wellness Center church building, Knights and Red Lion roads. Warm up and tone muscles, increase flexibility, open joints and focus on your mind/body connection. Free. Wednesdays. Noon to 12:30 p.m. 215–612–4576.

Mommy and Me Prenatal Support Program Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. Wednesdays. 10 to 11 a.m. Register. 215–624–5920.

Pilates Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 5 p.m. 215–632–0100.

SilverSneakers Cardio Fit Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 1:15 p.m. 215–632–0100.

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.

SilverSplash Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. 9:45 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Spanish Class for Beginners Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Wednesdays. $5 per class. 1 p.m. Register. 215–683–1994.

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.

Trekking Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 6:30 p.m. 215–632–0100.

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. 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.

Yogilates Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 11:15 a.m. 215–632–0100.

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. Also at: Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 9 a.m. 215–632–0100.

MEETINGS

Bereavement Support Group Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Facilitated by Helene Cohen. Wednesdays. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300, Ext. 147.

Catholic Singles Fellowship Michael’s Restaurant, 3340 Street Road, Bensalem. Single, separated, widowed and divorced persons 60 years and older are invited to lunch every Wednesday at noon. 215–742–5798.

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. 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. 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. Program at 12:30 p.m. features Robert Freedman, curator of the Jewish Sound Archive of the University of Pennsylvania with “Visual clips of klezmer, folk and theatre songs.” 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. 11 a.m. 215–698–2614.

Mayfair Business Association Republic Bank, 7300 Frankford Ave. 9 a.m.

“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.

Parkwood Civic Association St. Anselm Church hall, 12670 Dunks Ferry Road. 7:30 p.m.

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, April 19

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. 215–698–7300.

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.

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.

Buns, Legs & Thighs Class Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. This is an all around lower body workout. Thursdays. $6 per class. 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. 215–612–4576.

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 with Kettlebell Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $6 per class. 6:20 to 7:20 p.m. 215–612–4576.

Cartoons, Comics and Caricatures Class Turning Point, 7812 Castor Ave. Thursdays through June 7. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $10 per child for the eight-week course.

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 jardeldance@gmail.com 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.

German Protestant Service Philadelphia Protestant Home chapel, 6500 Tabor Ave. 11 a.m. 215–697–8000.

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 7 to 8 p.m.; adult class at 8 p.m. Thursdays. 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 Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $3 per class. 9 to 10 a.m. 215–612–4576. Also at: 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.

Tai Chi Fox Chase Library, 501 Rhawn St. $4 per class. First visit is free. Thursdays. 11 a.m. to noon. 215–332–3648.

Total Tone Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Learn to sculpt and contour your body. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Twelve sessions cost $60 for members, $70 for non-members. Drop-ins $7. 215–335–0870.

Wit & Wisdom Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–745–3127.

Yoga 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 Academy 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 Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Thursdays. 11:30 a.m. and 6:15 p.m. 215–632–0100. Also at: 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.

Friends of Pennypack Park The Lafayette-Redeemer Senior Center, 8580 Verree Road. 7:30 p.m. 215–934-PARK.

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. Another troop: Immanuel Lutheran School, 1015 Cottman Ave. Girls in second to 12th grade are invited. Thursdays.

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.

Greater Northeast Stamp Club Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. 7 to 9 p.m. 215–426–7881 (until 5:30 p.m.). 215–200–3693 (evenings).

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.

Peer Discussion Group for People 55 and Older Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Members can share their experiences about the challenges and surprises of growing older in a private and supportive group environment. Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–487–1750, Ext. 1214.

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. 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.

Unite, Inc. Support Group Holy Redeemer Hospital, first floor physicians’ lounge, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. The group provides grief support following the loss of a baby, including miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth and infant death. Free. 7 to 9 p.m. Register. 215–643–3344.

Widow and Widower Support Group Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. All widows and widowers are invited. 7 p.m. 215–552–9893.

Friday, April 20

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 “Does God heal today?” Free. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215–635–3820.

Community Baby Shower Catholic Social Services/Northeast Family Service Center, 7340 Jackson St. Features refreshments, giveaways, raffles, music and helpful information. All expectant parents are invited. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215–624–5920.

Friday Night Specials for Kids American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Ave. $10 per child, includes food, drink, arts and crafts, movie, bingo, etc. 6 to 8 p.m. 215–685–8733.

Gift Basket Raffle MaST Community Charter School, 1800 Byberry Road. Continues April 21 and 22. Family and friends are invited this evening, and members of the community are invited on Saturday to preview the baskets and purchase tickets. Basket winners will be drawn on Sunday. Times and inf.: 267–348–1100, Ext. 245.

“Millions Cried…No One Listened” Conference United German Hungarian Club, 4666 E. Bristol Road, Oakford. The conference will focus on the expulsion of millions of ethnic Germans living in Central Eastern Europe after World War II. Continues April 21. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days. Film segments will alternate with speakers. Ticket inf.: 215–275–4991.

Movie Night for Children Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. Free. Snacks will be available. No outside food is permitted. 6:30 to 8 p.m. 215–685–8753.

Snacks by the Pound inHome Shopping Philadelphia Protestant Home, Fountain Room, 6500 Tabor Ave. Partial proceeds benefit PPH. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 215–697–8000.

VENDOR ALERT

Gospel of Grace Ministries 315 Central Ave., Cheltenham. April 21. Flea market. No food vendors are needed. Tables available on a first-come basis. $15 per spot. Inf.: 215–219–8334.

Holy Family University Campus Center parking lot, 9801 Frankford Ave. April 21. Flea market. Rain date April 28. Spaces available. Inf.: 267–341–3729 or e-mail says@holyfamily.edu

Bensalem Senior Center 1850 Byberry Road, Bensalem. April 22. Craft/vendor event. Benefits American Liver Foundation. Spaces $25. Inf.: 267–231–9301, DeeS510@aol.com

New Foundations Charter School Rhawn Street and Torresdale Avenue. April 28. Flea market. Vendors needed. Inf.: 215–624–8100.

Aria Health, Torresdale Campus Parking garage, Knights and Red Lion roads. May 5. Flea market. Sponsored by Auxiliary. Spaces $20. Inf.: 215–831–2179.

Bridesburg Recreation Center 4625 Richmond St. May 5. Craft fair/flea market. Sponsored by Bridesburg United Methodist Church. Spaces $15. Inf.: 267–738–5414.

CORA Services 8540 Verree Road. May 5. Indoor/outdoor flea market and craft show. Outside spaces $15, two for $25; indoor tables $30, two for $50. Inf.: 215–701–2524 or e-mail pcampellone@coraservices.org

Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church 3117 Longshore Ave. May 5. Craft fair/flea market. Inside tables $20, outside spaces $15. Inf.: 215–338–4196.

Memorial Presbyterian Church of Fox Chase 7902 Oxford Ave. May 5. Flea market. Spaces $15, with table $20. Inf.: 215–632–1345.

Villages at Pine Valley 300 Ernest Way and adjacent to CORA Services. May 5. Outdoor flea market. Spaces $12. Inf.: 215–722–1501.

Wilson Middle School 1800 Cottman Ave. May 5. Outdoor flea market. Spaces $15. Inf.: 215–460–5315, 267–235–2524 or e-mail pmaryg@ymail.com

Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center 4744 Frankford Ave. May 12. Flea market. No food vendors are needed. Tables $15. Inf.: 215–831–2926.

St. John’s Lutheran Church Tyson Avenue and Sackett Street. May 12. Outdoor/indoor craft fair and flea market. Tables/spaces $15. Inf.: 215–725–5404.

A.L. FitzPatrick School 11061 Knights Road. May 19. Outdoor craft show/flea market. Sponsored by Fitz/PVO. Spaces $20 each, two for $35. Inf.: 215–281–2646.

Bethesda Church 808 Red Lion Road. May 19. Outdoor flea market. Spaces $15 or two for $25. Inf.: 215–464–3131.

Norcom Community Center 10980 Norcom Road. May 19. Flea market and car wash. Will be held rain or shine. Spaces $10, with table $20. Inf.: 215–698–3060.

Tacony Library 6742 Torresdale Ave. May 19. Outdoor flea market. Sponsored by Friends of Tacony Library. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215–685–8755.

St. Andrew’s-in-the-Field Episcopal Church 500 Somerton Ave. June 2. Strawberry festival. Craft and flea market spaces available. Inf.: 215–673–5938 (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. only) or e-mail standrews1898@aol.com ••

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