Thursday, Aug. 30
EVENTS
Breast Health Education Program Meadows Housing, 4649 Paul St. “Passing on Wisdom” is presented by Philadelphia Corporation for Aging. Includes discussion on breast cancer prevention, risk factors, signs, symptoms and treatment options. Free. 2 to 3:30 p.m. 215–535–3010.
Cardio Circuit Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. 11 a.m. $3 if not a Silver Sneakers member. 215–683–1994.
Jeanes Thrift Shop Reopening 7963 Oxford Ave. The shop, managed by the Jeanes Hospital Auxiliary, has been restocked with fall and winter items. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 215–728–2131.
Masquerade inHome Shopping Philadelphia Protestant Home social hall, 6500 Tabor Ave. 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Partial proceeds benefit PPH. 215–697–8000.
Mixed Media Art Program Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. 12:30 p.m. Register. 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 Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. 215–697–8007.
Yoga Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Thursdays. 10 a.m. $5 per class. 215–683–1994.
Friday, Aug. 31
EVENTS
Digi Foundation Beef-and-Beer/Concert Fund-raiser Cannstatter’s Park (in the tent), 9130 Academy Road. All proceeds benefit Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Features various entertainers and more. Tickets cost $35; ages 13 to 20 cost $20; children 12 and younger admitted free with an adult. 6 to 11 p.m. 215–332–0121, 215–983–5200.
Family Movie Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. 2 p.m. 215–685–0472.
Lancaster Farmers Market Visit Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215–698–7300.
MEETING
R.A.D. Book Club Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. This is the last summer session. School supplies for the “Good in the Neighborhood” project in support of the Drueding Center will be collected. Club is for children in grades two through nine. Sponsored by Friends of Torresdale Library. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215–685–0494.
Saturday, Sept. 1
EVENTS
Basic Computer Class with Translation in Hindi Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Hands-on class meets in the computer lab. Funded with Federal Library Service Technology Act funds. Also Sept. 8 and 29. Space is limited. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register at the third floor reference desk one-half hour before the class. 215–685–0525.
Conservation/Restoration Projects in the Pennypack Hosted by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation and Friends of Pennypack Park. Volunteers are invited. Community service hours are available. Held the first Saturday of each month. Locations vary. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Info.: 215–685–0119.
Sunday, Sept. 2
EVENTS
Classroom Thrift Shop Reopening Temple Menorah Keneseth Chai, 4301 Tyson Ave. The shop is completely restocked for fall and winter. Open Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed Saturdays.
Community Fair Boulevard Seventh Day Adventist Church, 8441 Roosevelt Blvd. Free. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Representatives from social service agencies and public utility companies will be available. Also, Moon Bounce for kids, health screenings, live music, a FreeCycle giveaway of gently used clothing and household goods for those in need and more. Snacks all day and lunch from noon to 2 p.m. 215–335–3454.
The Hymnz! In Concert Calvary Memorial Church, 7200 Roosevelt Blvd. (at Cottman Avenue). This year’s concert is “A New Day Dawning.” Free. 6 p.m. Parking is available. Nursery care will be provided.
Monday, Sept. 3
EVENT
Broadway Sings in Concert Congregations of Ner Zedek, 7520 Bustleton Ave. Patrons $200 (includes four tickets and reception); benefactors $100 (includes two tickets plus reception); general admission $36. All seats reserved. Sponsored by Firstrust Bank. 1:30 p.m. 215–728–1155, 215–725–2912.
Tuesday, Sept. 4
EVENTS
Art Exhibit Holy Family University Art Gallery, lower level of the Education and Technology Center, 9801 Frankford Ave. Features works of six artists from the Philadelphia Chapter of the Women’s Caucus for Art. Exhibits are free. Runs through Sept. 26, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. 267–341–3418.
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. 5 to 8 p.m. 215–353–3235.
Gentle Yoga Holy Redeemer Health & Fitness Center, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. This is an introduction to basic yoga poses. Tuesdays through Oct. 23 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Eight-week class costs $45. Register. 1–800–818–4747.
Kripalu Yoga Holy Redeemer Health & Fitness Center, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Tuesdays through Oct. 23 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Eight-week class costs $45. Register. 1–800–818–4747.
Pennypack Senior Bowling League Thunderbird Lanes, 3081 Holme Ave. Tuesdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–333–4764.
Protect Your Voting Rights Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Learn about the new voter ID law and what you must do to vote. Also, find out how you can work at your election precinct from Jorge Santana and Tracey Gordon, Deputy Commissioners, City of Philadelphia. Hosted by Northeast Philly for Peace & Justice. 6 to 9 p.m. 215–338–8420.
Wednesday, Sept. 5
EVENTS
Beginner Spanish Class Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $5. Wednesdays. 1 p.m. 215–683–1994.
Dance Classes Tacony/Mayfair Sons of Italy, 4741 Friendship St. Hosted by Miss Susan’s Entertainment & Dance.
Kripalu Yoga Holy Redeemer Health & Fitness Center, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Wednesdays through Oct. 24 from 6 to 7 p.m. or 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Eight-week class costs $45. Register. 1–800–818–4747.
Pennypack Park Music Festival Bandshell near the park entrance at Cresco Avenue and Welsh Road. Features Tuesday’s Gone performing southern rock and Jersey Bound with a tribute to ZZ Top. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. 7 p.m. 215–574–2100.
Retrospective of “The Jewel in the Crown” Series Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Episode 8 will be shown at 3 p.m. 215–685–0512.
Yoga Stretch Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $3 if not a Silver Sneakers member. 11 a.m. 215–683–1994.
MEETING
Hearing Loss Association of America Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley. Terry Krutz from Loop America will present a PowerPoint program on looping and what it means to those with hearing loss. The Philadelphia-Suburban and Northeast Chapter meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215–698–0980.
Thursday, Sept. 6
EVENT
Jewish Community Senior Resource Fair Miriam and Robert Rieder House, 10102 Jamison Ave. Seniors can get information on services available to them from Jewish organizations in the community. Presented by JRAid, JEVS Human Services and Federation Housing, Inc. 10 a.m. 610–660–0190.
MEETING
TLA Rhawnhurst Rhawnhurst Presbyterian Church, Loretto Avenue and Lansing Street. All widows and widowers are invited. 7 p.m. 215–744–7838, 215–745–9119.
VENDOR ALERT
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 500 Somerton Ave. Sept. 7 and 8. Fall festival and craft show. Spaces $20 for one night, $30 for two nights. 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.
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.
Holy Redeemer Lafayette Retirement Community 8580 Verree Road. Sept. 15. Flea market. Tables $10. Inf.: 215–214–2834.
All Saints Church, Rhawnhurst 1811 Loney St. Sept. 22. Flea market. Spaces $15. Inf.: 215–742–3687.
American Legion Post 821 4404 Salmon St. Sept. 22. Flea market/craft show. Spaces $10, with table $15. Inf.: 215–288–4312.
Disston Park 6900 Keystone St. (between Longshore Avenue and Disston Street). Sept. 22 and Oct. 20. Flea markets. Sponsored by Tacony Civic Association. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215–338–2575, [email protected]
Navy Depot parking lot, 700 Robbins Ave. (off Oxford Avenue). Sept. 22. Craft fair and flea market. Spaces available. Inf.: 215–697–0885.
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, [email protected]
Christ the King Parish Morrell Avenue and Chesterfield Road. Sept. 23. Indoor flea market. Tables $15. Inf.: 215–632–1772.
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.
Holy Family University 9801 Frankford Ave. Sept. 29. Flea market and fall festival. Sponsored by Students At Your Service. Spaces $15, two for $25. Inf.: 267–341–3729 or e-mail [email protected]
St. Leo the Great parking lot, 6658 Keystone St. Sept. 29. Flea market. Tables $15, two for $25. Inf.: 215–333–0340.
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.
Bethesda Presbyterian Church 808 Red Lion Road. Flea market. Oct. 6. Spaces $15, two for $25. Inf.: 215–464–3131 during office hours.
Memorial Church of St. Luke 1946 Welsh Road. Flea market. Oct. 6. Spaces $15 in advance, $20 day of event. Inf.: 215–969–3645.
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.
Memorial Presbyterian Church of Fox Chase 7902 Oxford Ave. Oct. 13. Flea market. Spaces $15, with table $20. Inf.: 215–632–1345.
New Foundation Charter School Rhawn Street and Torresdale Avenue. Oct. 13. Flea market. Spaces available. Inf.: 215–624–8100.
St. Hubert High School cafeteria, Bleigh Avenue and Ditman Street entrance. Oct. 27. Craft show. Tables available. Inf.: 215–673–9850. ••
