Thursday, June 28
EVENTS
Afternoon at the Movies Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. The public is invited. Features “Born on the Fourth of July” starring Tom Cruise and Tom Berenger. 12:45 to 2:15 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Butterfly Release Memorial Service Falls Center, 3300 Henry Ave. Hundreds of butterflies will be released simultaneously as memories are shared between families and friends. Hosted by Hospice of Philadelphia. A donation of $30 is accepted for each butterfly released and an acknowledgement will be sent to the designated recipient. 3 p.m. 215–581–2080.
Claymobile Claymation Workshop Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. Six-week workshop is for ages 12–18. Participants must be able to attend all sessions scheduled for Thursdays through Aug. 2. 2 p.m. Pre-register. 215–685–8755.
Cooking with Books Program for Children Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Interactive program incorporates the magic of reading with the science of cooking. Includes story time, hands-on cooking, crafts and more. Parents, be aware of potential allergies. 3 p.m. Pre-register. 215–685–8756.
Independence Day Celebration Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. The public is invited. 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Pajama Party Story Time Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. Children are invited to wear their pajamas and enjoy prince and princess stories, an easy craft and snack. 6:30 p.m. 215–685–0549.
Respiratory Program for Seniors Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. “Every Breath you Take” will provide information on asthma, respiratory issues and treatment options. Part 2 of 2. 10 to 11 a.m. 215–831–2926.
Silver Sneakers MSROM Class Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 10:15 a.m. 215–697–8007.
Teen Thursdays! Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Robotics, movies, gaming and more for teens and tweens. Thursdays through Aug. 9. 3 to 5 p.m. 215–685–0472.
MEETING
Photography Club of Old York Road Temple-Beth Am 971 Old York Road, Abington. Photographers of all levels and skills are invited. 7 p.m. 215–886–8000.
Friday, June 29
EVENTS
American Red Cross Blood Drive Nazareth Hospital, 2601 Holme Ave. 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Appointments are recommended. 215–335–6281.
Celebration of 6th District Seniors Mayfair Community Center, Brous Avenue and St. Vincent Street. Features music, dancing, light lunch and fun for all. Hosted by Councilman Bobby Henon. 1 to 4 p.m. 215–686–3444, info@bobbyhenon.com
Classroom Thrift Shop Bag Sale Temple Menorah Keneseth Chai, 4301 Tyson Ave. 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop will be closed during July and August. 215–624–9600.
Family Movie Fridays Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Continues Fridays through Aug. 31. 2 p.m. 215–685–0472.
Produce from Lancaster Farms Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. The farm is back with fresh fruits and vegetables for sale. 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215–698–7300.
MEETING
Higher Liberty Group for Men 4716 Tyson Ave. This is a City Church of Philadelphia Ministry. Program is for men that hunger for a real experience with a real God. Fridays. 7 p.m. 215–695–0531, 215–331–7575.
Saturday, June 30
EVENTS
Benefit for Local Hunger Support Program Mayfair Presbyterian Church, 3323 Tudor St. “A Night of Inspiration” features pianist Michelle Cann. $10 donation at the door plus a non-perishable food item for the local food cupboard, $5 children under age 10. 7 to 9 p.m. 215–624–8868.
Bird and Plant Nature Walk Meet at 9:45 a.m. in Friends Hospital’s front parking lot, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. Event is hosted by Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership. Meet David Hewitt and Daniel Efroymson for a walk to identify and observe interesting birds and plants. 215–844–8100.
Frankford Avenue Cleanup Meet at Frankford and Cottman avenues at 8:30 a.m. for instructions. Cleaning supplies provided by CLIP. Hosted by Mayfair Civic Association.
Monday, July 2
EVENTS
Bridge Games Old York Road Temple-Beth Am, 971 Old York Road, Abington. Hosted by Brotherhood. Come and meet pleasant people and enjoy a competitive game. 7:15 p.m. 215–886–8000.
Day Camp Lawncrest Recreation Center, Rising Sun Avenue and Comly Street. Monday through Friday, July 2 through 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Second session runs July 23 through Aug. 10. Includes breakfast, trips, swimming and more. $270 per session. Register. 215–685–0597.
Quit-Smoking Comfortably Program Ogontz Library, 6017 Ogontz Ave. Mondays through Aug. 6. Free nicotine replacement supplies will be available. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Pre-registration is mandatory. 1–888–736–6786.
Tuesday, July 3
EVENTS
Cheerleading and Football Registration Holmesburg Boys Club, 7756 Ditman St. Registration for ages 5–16 continues on Tuesdays and Thursdays through July. 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Silver Sneakers MSROM Class Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 10:15 a.m. 215–697–8007.
Wednesday, July 4
We wish our readers a safe and happy holiday!
FLEA MARKETS/CRAFT SHOW
Lawncrest Recreation Center Rising Sun Avenue and Comly Street. Flea market and craft show. 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by Lawncrest 4th of July Committee. Rain date July 7. 267–467–0034, 215–287–7056.
Pilgrim Baptist Church Comly Street and Rising Sun Avenue. Flea market. Will be held on the church lawn. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215–745–4975.
Thursday, July 5
EVENTS
American Red Cross Blood Drives St. Katherine of Siena Parish Center gym, 9700 Frankford Ave. 2:30 to 7:30 p.m. Another at: Christ the King Church hall, 3252 Chesterfield Road. 2 to 7 p.m. And at: St. John Cantius Parish hall, 4415 Almond St. 2 to 7 p.m. 1–800-RED CROSS.
Art Program Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. Sponsored by Philadelphia Arts in Education. 2:30 p.m. Also on July 19 and 26, and Aug. 2, 9 and 16. Space is limited, register at the library. 215–685–0549.
Craft of the Week Program Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Suitable for school-age children. Preschoolers welcome if accompanied by an adult. Thursdays through July 26. Sponsored by Friends of Holmesburg Library. 3 p.m. 215–685–8756.
Drama Camp Lawncrest Recreation Center, Rising Sun Avenue and Comly Street. Features voice, vocals, writing and more. Suitable for children ages 8 to 16. Continues Thursday and Friday through Aug. 17. $50. 6 to 7 p.m. Register. 215–685–0597.
Silver Sneakers MSROM Class Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 10:15 a.m. 215–697–8007.
Teen Thursdays! Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Robotics, movies, gaming and more for teens and tweens. Thursdays through Aug. 9. 3 to 5 p.m. 215–685–0472.
Friday, July 6
EVENTS
American Red Cross Blood Drive CORA Services, conference center staff break room, 8540 Verree Road. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1–800-RED CROSS.
Family Movie Fridays Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Continues Fridays through Aug. 31. 2 p.m. 215–685–0472.
MEETING
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group Holy Redeemer Lafayette, 8580 Verree Road. Learn about the disease, approaches to caregiving, advances in research and advocacy and more. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Register. 1–800–818–4747.
Saturday, July 7
EVENTS
Bagels, Coffee and Torah Old York Road Temple-Beth Am, 971 Old York Road, Abington. Shabbat begins with an interactive discussion of the weekly portion with bagels and coffee at 9 a.m. Peer-led Shabbat service follows at 10:15 a.m. Casual dress is appropriate. The public is welcome. 215–886–8000.
Conservation/Restoration Projects in the Pennypack Hosted by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation and Friends of Pennypack Park. Community service hours are available. First Saturday of each month. Locations vary. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Info.: 215–685–0119.
FLEA MARKET
St. James Lutheran Church Castor Avenue and Pratt Street. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 267–205–1121 or 215–743–1828.
Monday, July 9
EVENT
Friends and Family CPR Holy Redeemer Hospital, fourth floor education room, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Class is intended for parents, family and friends, and is not a certifying or credentialing course. $55. Register. 1–800–818–4747.
MEETING
Adath Jeshurun Women’s Association Book Club The book “Hearts of Fire” will be discussed. 8 p.m. Location: 215–635–6611.
Tuesday, July 10
EVENT
Lil’ Filmmakers Program for Teens Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. Teens can learn about writing, acting, video and more. Participants must be able to attend all six Tuesday sessions. 2:30 p.m. Space is limited. Pre-register. 215–685–0549.
MEETING
CARES Support Group Charles A. and Betty Bott Cancer Center at Holy Redeemer Hospital, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. For cancer patients, their caregivers and families. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.
Wednesday, July 11
EVENT
Comic Drawing Workshop for Teens Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. Participants will invent characters and write stories for them to live in. 2 to 3:30 p.m. Limited space. Presented by ECBACC STARS. Pre-registration is required. 215–685–0549.
VENDOR ALERT
Oxford Circle Christian Community Development Association 900 E. Howell St. Flea markets. July 14, Aug. 11 and Sept. 8. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendor spaces available. 215–756–7292. ••
