Thursday, Aug. 16
EVENTS
AARP Driver Safety Refresher Program The Villages at Pine Valley clubhouse, 8540 Verree Road. Copies of your driver’s license and completion certificate from a previous two-day class are required. Members with AARP card $12, non-members $14. 6 to 10 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.
American Red Cross Blood Drive Calvary Chapel Church, 13500 Philmont Ave. 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. 1–800-RED CROSS.
Art Program Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. Sponsored by Philadelphia Arts in Education. 2:30 p.m. Space is limited. Register at the library. 215–685–0549.
Cardio Circuit Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Thursdays. 11 a.m. $3 if not a Silver Sneakers member. 215–683–1994.
German Protestant Service Philadelphia Protestant Home chapel, 6500 Tabor Ave. 11 a.m. 215–697–8000.
Mixed Media Art Program Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. Register. 215–831–2926.
Pajama Party Story Time Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. Children may attend in their pajamas to hear stories, make an easy craft and have a bedtime snack. 6:30 p.m. 215–685–0549.
Program for Seniors Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. The Gateway Health Plan will be discussed by a CPT insurance representative. Learn about supplemental insurance and Medicare Advantage Programs. 10 a.m. 215–831–2926.
Silver Sneakers Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Thursdays. 9:30 a.m. $3 if not a Silver Sneakers member. 215–683–1994.
Silver Sneakers MSROM Class Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 10:15 a.m. 215–697–8007.
Teen Game Days Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. Suitable for age 12 and older. Play Wii, board games and more. Bring a game to share. 2:30 p.m. 215–685–1473.
Teen Thursdays! Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Robotics, movies, gaming and more for teens and tweens. 3 to 5 p.m. 215–685–0472.
Wine Tasting at Cairnwood 1005 Cathedral Road, Bryn Athyn. Features international wines, domestic and imported cheeses, live music by Mark Furman and his jazz trio, and the opportunity to explore the mansion and its grounds. Guests must be 21 or older. $15. Reservations recommended. 215–947–2004.
Yoga Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Thursdays. 10 a.m. $5 per class. 215–683–1994.
MEETINGS
Friends of Pennypack Park The Lafayette Redeemer, 8580 Verree Road. 7:30 p.m. 215–934-PARK.
Unite, Inc. Support Group Holy Redeemer Hospital, first floor physicians’ lounge, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Group helps provide grief support following the loss of a baby due to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth and infant death. Free. 7 to 9 p.m. Register. 215–643–3344.
Friday, Aug. 17
EVENTS
American Red Cross Blood Drive Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1–800-RED CROSS.
Family Movie Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Continues Fridays through August. 2 p.m. 215–685–0472.
Indoor Picnic and Service Under the Stars Old York Road Temple-Beth Am, 971 Old York Road, Abington. The public is invited. Picnic at 6 p.m. will be followed by 7 p.m. service. Bring a lawn chair. Treats and water ice available at Oneg Shabbat. 215–886–8000.
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.
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, Aug. 18
EVENTS
AAA Senior Defensive Driving Basic and Refresher Courses Greater Philadelphia Realty School, 7725 Castor Ave. Refresher course from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., basic course starts at 4 p.m. Refresher course is $19 for members, $24 for non-members. Basic course is $25 for members, $30 for non-members; couples discount is $40 for members, $50 for non-members. 1–877–457–0711 or visit AAA.comDriverTraining
Back-to-School Yard Sale Society of St. Vincent de Paul, 901 E. Luzerne St. New and gently used clothing/shoes, household goods, furniture and dorm necessities will be available. 9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. 215–288–9540.
Clothing Drive St. Anselm Church (rear), 12670 Dunks Ferry Road. Sponsored by St. Anselm Society of St. Vincent de Paul. New and used clothing, books, toys, small appliances and games will be accepted. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215–285–7130.
Friends of Pennypack Park Recycling Abraham Lincoln High School, Ryan Avenue parking lot. All paper products, including cardboard, aluminum cans, clothing, printer cartridges, household batteries are accepted. 9 a.m. to noon. 215–934-PARK, www.friendsofpennypackpark.org
Gardening at Glen Foerd 5001 Grant Ave. Volunteers are needed for a few hours of deadheading weeding and trimming in the rose gardens. Bring gloves, clippers and water. Inf.: 215–632–5330.
Sunday, Aug. 19
EVENTS
Hymn Sing Philadelphia Protestant Home chapel, 6500 Tabor Ave. 7 p.m. 215–697–8000.
Island-Themed Open House Holy Redeemer Lafayette, 8580 Verree Road. Meet the staff and residents, enjoy cooling fruit drinks and island-inspired hors d’oeuvres, and tour the facility. 1 to 4 p.m. Register. 215–214–2877.
MEETINGS
Northeast Philly for Peace & Justice Medical Mission Sisters, 8400 Pine Road. Potluck supper at 6 p.m. Meeting begins at 7 p.m. 215–338–8420.
South Philadelphia Post 98 Jewish War Veterans Casino Deli Restaurant, 2425 Welsh Road. Meets the third Sunday of each month. 10 a.m. 215–332–5047, 215–969–6700, Ext. 212 (leave message).
Monday, Aug. 20
MEETINGS
Mary Mother of Captives Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St., second floor. The support group is for those with a loved one in prison. Pen Pals are needed. 7 p.m. 215–698–7656.
Northwood Academy Charter School Board At the school, 4621 Castor Ave. 5 p.m.
Take Back Your Neighborhood Group Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. 7 p.m. 215–205–2167.
The Compassionate Friends American Heritage Federal Credit Union, 2068 Red Lion Road. The non-profit support group is for family members grieving the death of a child, regardless of age or cause. 7 p.m. 215–396–0460.
Tuesday, Aug. 21
EVENTS
Bingo Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. 12:45 p.m. 215–831–2926.
GED Classes Oxford Circle Christian Community Development Association, 900 E. Howell St. Tuesdays. 5 to 8 p.m. 215–353–3235.
Jazz with the Clef Club Glen Foerd on the Delaware, 5001 Grant Ave. Premium seats (only 160) in the air-conditioned tent cost $3 for non-members. Lawn seating is free for all. 7 p.m. 215–632–5330.
Preschool Story Time Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Stories, rhymes and coloring for children 3 to 5 accompanied by an adult. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–8756.
Silver Sneakers Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Tuesdays. $3 if not a Silver Sneakers member. 11 a.m. 215–683–1994.
Silver Sneakers MSROM Class Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 10:15 a.m. 215–697–8007.
Stop Smoking Comfortably Class Aria Hospital, Torresdale Campus, Cancer Center resource room, Knights and Red Lion roads. Free nicotine replacement products available. Tuesdays through Sept. 25. Noon to 1 p.m. or 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Pre-registration by Aug. 28 is mandatory. 1–888-PENN-STOP.
Tai Chi Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Tuesdays. 10 a.m. 215–683–1994.
MEETING
Bereavement Support Group Holy Redeemer Hospital, first floor, conference room 1, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. All those grieving the loss of a family member or friend are invited. 6:30 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.
Wednesday, Aug. 22
EVENTS
Beginner Spanish Class Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $5. Wednesdays. 1 p.m. 215–683–1994.
Life Coach Training Seminar At a location in the Northeast. Learn how to start a career as a life coach or enhance your existing career. 7 p.m. Register. 215–725–1995, www.lifecoachphilly.com
Pennypack Park Music Festival Bandshell near the park entrance at Cresco Avenue and Welsh Road. Features Women Who Rock with Little Paradise, a Pat Benatar tribute, and Kick it Out, a tribute to Heart. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. 7 to 9:30 p.m. 215–574–2100.
Retrospective of “The Jewel in the Crown” Series Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. The program, also known as the “Raj Quartet,” will be shown episode by episode Wednesdays through Sept. 5. 2 p.m. 215–685–0512.
Silver Sneakers Tai Chi Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 1 to 2 p.m. 215–697–8007.
Weight-Loss Seminar Physicians Weight Loss Center, 10012 Sandmeyer Lane. Free. Wednesdays. 6:45 p.m. 215–969–2526.
Yoga Stretch Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Wednesdays. $3 if not a Silver Sneakers member. 11 a.m. 215–683–1994.
Thursday, Aug. 23
EVENTS
American Red Cross Blood Drive Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave. 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 1–800-RED-CROSS.
“Farewell to Factory Towns” Screening Old York Road Temple-Beth Am chapel, 971 Old York Road, Abington. Dr. Maynard Seider presents the documentary film at 7 p.m. A question and answer period follows. Free. 215–886–8000.
Midiri Brothers Swing Band Concert Philadelphia Protestant Home social hall, 6500 Tabor Ave. 7 p.m. 215–697–8000.
Silver Sneakers MSROM Class Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 10:15 a.m. 215–697–8007.
VENDOR ALERT
Franklin Towne Elementary School 4259 Richmond St. Aug. 25. Flea market and car show. Crafter and vendor spaces $25 with table and chair. Car show registration $20. Inf.: 215–289–5000.
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 500 Somerton Ave. Sept. 7 and 8. Fall festival. Crafters are needed. $20 for one night, $30 for both nights. Inf.: 215–673–5938.
Bridesburg Recreation Center 4601 Richmond St. Sept. 8. Craft fair/flea market. Hosted by Bridesburg United Methodist Church. Spaces $15. Inf.: 267–738–5414.
Oxford Circle Christian Community Development Association 900 E. Howell St. Sept. 8. Flea market. Vendor spaces available. Inf.: 215–756–7292.
River’s Edge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 9501 State Road. Sept. 8. Flea market. Vendors needed. Inf.: 215–632–5700 or e-mail activities@riversedgenursing.com
Archbishop Ryan High School front parking lot, 11201 Academy Road. Sept. 15. Flea market. Hosted by the marching band. Spaces $20. Inf.: 267–334–5064.
American Legion Post 821 4404 Salmon St. Sept. 22. Flea market and craft show. Spaces $10, with table $15. Inf.: 215–288–4312.
St. Katherine of Siena parking lot, 9700 Frankford Ave. Sept. 22. Flea market. Spaces $25, with table $35. Reserve by Sept. 15. Inf.: 215–637–7548, jdeessr@verizon.net
Good Shepherd United Methodist Church 10901 Calera Road. Sept. 29. Flea market/craft show. Spaces $20 each, two for $35. Inf.: 215–632–1929, 215–875–7255.
Bridesburg Recreation Center 4601 Richmond St. Oct. 6. Craft fair/flea market. Sponsored by the Bridesburg Council of Churches. Spaces $15. Inf.: 267–738–5414.
Aria Hospital, Torresdale Campus parking garage, Knights and Red Lion roads. Oct. 13. Flea market. Hosted by Auxiliary. Spaces $20. Inf.: 215–831–2179 by Oct. 1 for reservation packet.
St. Hubert High School cafeteria, Bleigh Avenue and Ditman streets entrance. Oct. 27. Craft show. Hosted by Alumnae Association. Tables available. Inf.: 215–673–9850.
Bensalem High School 4319 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem. Nov. 17. Craft fair. Vendor spaces $40. E-mail BensalemCraftFair@yahoo.com for application. Deadline for applications is Aug. 31. ••
