Thursday, June 7
EVENTS
Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce New Member Orientation 8 a.m. Sam’s Club, 1000 Franklin Mills Circle. Also, continental breakfast. RSVP: 215–332–3400 or gnpccoffice@aol.com; www.gnpcc.org
Philadelphia Protestant Home 24th Annual Summer Concert 7:15 p.m. Ferko String Band, 6500 Tabor Ave., parking lot. Bring lawn chairs. Held in social hall if weather inclement. 215–697–8000, pphfamily.org
MEETING
To Live Again For all widows and widowers. Rhawnhurst Presbyterian Church, Loretto Avenue and Lansing Street. 7 p.m. 215–744–7838 or 215–745–9119.
Friday, June 8
EVENTS
Pro-Life Union of Southeastern Pennsylvania Rally for Religious Freedom Independence Hall, noon to 2 p.m. 215–885–8150, www.standupforreligiousfreedom.com
MEETINGS
Division 61 Ancient Order of Hibernians 1277 Southampton Road. 8 p.m.
Women Forward Luncheon Knowlton Mansion, Rhawn Street and Verree Road. Noon. Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s group designed to celebrate the creativity, strength, leadership and humor women bring to their families, communities, business and the world. Theme of the event is It Only Takes a Spark! Info: 215–332–3400 or www.gnpccfoundation.org.
Saturday, June 9
EVENTS
Call to Worship Rally St. James Lutheran Church, Castor Avenue and Pratt Street, side lawn. 3 to 6 p.m. Music, worship, Gospel messages, testimonies, food, refreshments and a preschool open house. Rain date June 10.
Car Show/Pig Roast Immaculate Mary Home. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain date June 10. 215–992–1870.
MEETINGS
Cancer Support Community Lung Cancer Networking Group. 10:30 a.m. to noon. People with lung cancer and support persons are welcome. Location and more information: 215–879–7733.
Cancer Support Community NIA Joy of Movement. Workshop for people impacted by cancer. Noon to 1 p.m. Location and more information: 215–879–7733.
FLEA MARKETS
Abraham Lincoln High School 3201 Ryan Ave., enter off of Rowland Avenue. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spaces $15. Bring your own table. Sponsored by the Home and School Association. Proceeds benefit an award at graduation in honor of Will Wilkinson, who passed away last year while trying to save a friend from drowning. 215–335–5653, Ext. 1520.
Assumption BVM Church 1900 Meadowbrook Ave. Feasterville. 7 to 11 a.m., $15 per table. 215–364–2435.
Holy Redeemer Village 1551 Huntingdon Pike. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Spaces $20. 215–938–0469.
Oxford Circle Christian Community Development Association 900 E. Howell St. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also scheduled for July 14, Aug. 11 and Sept 8. 215–756–7292.
Wissinoming United Methodist Church 4419 Comly St. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., table $10. 215–289–5957.
Sunday, June 10
EVENTS
Christ the King Catholic Church, 3201 Chesterfield Road. Opens its 50th Anniversary Year of Celebration. 11 a.m. Mass, followed by Eucharistic procession to open fields for outdoor benediction, followed by refreshments and fellowship. All past, present as well as neighbors and friends are invited. Info: Call 215–595–8398 or e-mail: cggerlach@hotmail.com. For future news and events, go to www.christthekingparish.net
Holy Redeemer Brunch for Cancer Survivors Day Celebration Philmont Country Club, 301 Tomlinson Road, Huntington Valley. 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Attendance by invitation only, invitees may RSVP by calling 215–938–3569 and are welcome to bring a guest for a fee of $10. Event honors cancer survivors who received their treatment at the Charles A. and Betty Bott Cancer Center at Holy Redeemer Hospital.
New Life Community Church 2680 Huntingdon Pike, Huntingdon Valley. Sunday school for all ages beginning at 9:15 a.m. followed by worship service at 10:30 a.m. Children’s worship and nursery is provided. 215–947–1880.
St. William Parish Mass and Open House Rising Sun and Robbins avenues. Mass at noon, followed by open house 1 to 4 p.m., in both school buildings. All alumni, friends, neighbors, past and present faculty and parishioners are invited. There will be disc jockey and a Castle Bounce. Light refreshments for sale. Public is welcome.
Monday, June 11
EVENTS
Bringing the Garden Inside: Cut Flower Arrangements Glen Foerd on the Delaware, 5001 Grant Ave., 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Learn tricks of the trade for arranging flowers. Bring a box to take home your creation. Prepayment and registration required. $45 member, $50 non-member. 215–632–5330.
Computer Training Oxford Circle Christian Development Association, 900 E. Howell St. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Learn computer basics or get assistance with software, e.g. Microsoft Office. 215–288–8507.
Tuesday, June 12
EVENTS
Community College of Philadelphia Open House Northeast Regional Center, 12901 Townsend Road. 6 p.m. Also: July 24, 6 p.m. RSVP: openhouse@ccp.edu.
Fourth Annual Fatima Holy Hours for World Peace 7 p.m. Second in a series sponsored by the Philadelphia Archdiocesan Division of the World Apostolate of Fatima. St. John Cantius Chapel, Thompson and Orthodox streets.
MEETINGS
Frankford Northeast Phila Rotary Club Cannstatter, 9130 Academy Road. 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. Buffet lunch served.
Holmesburg Civic Association Holmesburg Recreation Center, Rhawn and Ditman streets. 7:15 p.m. Guests: City Councilman Bobby Henon and Capt. Len Ditchkofsky, commander of the 8th Police District. 215–624–6614.
Life Coach Philly June 12 and every Tuesday through the summer. Personal Empowerment Presents: Weight Coaching Workshop, led by Dr. Bakshi. Starts at noon with intermittent sessions throughout the day. Call 215–725–1995 or e-mail paula@lifecoachphilly.com
Life Coach Philly June 12 and every Tuesday through the summer. Learn to handle your day-to-day challenges with Personal Empowerment Group.. Enhance your existing career or just looking for personal development. Space limited. Call 215–725–1995 or e-mail paula@lifecoachphilly.com
Saint Martin of Tours School Community planning meeting. 6:30 p.m. 5450 Roosevelt Blvd. Lower Northeast District Plan review public input from first community meeting; hear draft recommendations for the plan; work with City Planning Commission staff to determine future development scenarios. The district plans are a part of Philadelphia2035, the city’s comprehensive plan. Free parking available. Contact Ian Litwin, project manager; ian.litwin@phila.gov. 215–683–4609 or www.phila2035.org
Wednesday, June 13
EVENT
Bustleton Library E-Book Reader Open House 10199 Bustleton Ave. 10 a.m. Also on June 14 at 6 p.m. Learn how to download free books to your kindle, nook, iPad. Bring your library card and I.D. 215–685–0472.
Thursday, June 14
EVENTS
Art Program Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. 2:30 p.m. Sponsored by Philadelphia Arts in Education. Also on June 21 and 28, July 5, 19 and 26, and Aug. 2, 9 and 16. Space is limited, must register at library. 215–685–0549.
Flag Day Family Storytime Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. 4 p.m. Stories, an easy craft, snacks. 215–685–0549.
MEETINGS
Burholme Community Town Watch and Civic Association 7 p.m. United Methodist Church of Redeemer, Cottman and Lawndale avenues. Guest: City Councilwoman Maria Quinones-Sanchez. 215–722–4901.
Cancer Support Community, Food For Living Well for People Impacted by Cancer — Process Foods: The Good, Bad and Reality. 3 to 4:30 p.m. RSVP by June 12. For information and location call 215–879–7733.
Friday, June 15
EVENT
The Danube Swabian Association 1277 Southampton Road. Free Friday Night Concerts. 7 p.m. Dixie Boys (Dixieland and classic jazz). Food and beverages available for purchase. 215–722–4253.
Saturday, June 16
EVENTS
Northeast Community Church 3300 Tyson Ave. 5 p.m. Doubt Night-Can God Make a Difference? Italian dinner and discussion. All are welcome, free, all ages included. 215–332–8738.
Yard Sale Grace Community Bible Church, 648 Knorr St. (at Oxford Avenue). 6 a.m. set-up; 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. No fee to set up. 215–745–2799.
Youth Field Day Holmesburg Fish & Game Protective Association/Philadelpia Hunting & Shooting Association. 5100 Pennypack St. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Sign-in begins at 8 a.m., pre-registration is required. www.holmesburgfishandgame.com; PHSA07@gmail.com
Sunday, June 17
EVENT
Holmesburg United Methodist Church — Herold’s “Zampa” June 17 and June 24 at 4 p.m. 8118 Frankford Avenue at Welsh Road. Two parking lots, wheelchair accessible. Tickets $25. Information and/or advance reservations: 215–224–0257.
MEETING
South Philadelphia Post 98, Jewish War Veterans Men and women who served in the military invited to become members. Associate members are also welcome. Group meets at Casino Deli Restaurant, 2425 Welsh Road, every third Sunday of the month at 10 a.m. Info: Bernie, 215–332–5047 or Gil, 215–969–6700, Ext. 212 (leave message).
Monday, June 18
MEETING
Trevose Horticultural “Cottage Gardens” featured program. 7 p.m. at Wood River Village, 3200 Bensalem Blvd., Bensalem. Donation of $3 from non-members. 856–866–9163.
Vendor Alert
Peace Lutheran Church 3900 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem. Flea market/strawberry festival, June 16, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. $15 single space, $25 double space. 215–638–1815.
Holy Redeemer Lafayette Outdoors. June 23, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. $25 a space. 215–214–2822.
Tacony Civic Association Disston Park, 6900 Keystone St. June 23, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. No rain date. Spaces $10. 215–338–2575 or taconycivic@gmail.com
Whitehall Baptist Church 3541 Avalon St. June 23, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215–969–3836.
Lawncrest Recreation Center Rising Sun Avenue and Comly Street. Flea market and craft show July 4, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by Lawncrest 4th of July Committee. 267–467–0034 or 215–287–7056.
St. James Lutheran Church Castor Avenue and Pratt Street. July 7, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spaces are $10 or $15 for a space and a table. 267–205–1121 or 215–743–1828. ••
