Thursday, Dec. 10
EVENTS
Adult Painting Classes Resurrection Regional Catholic School, Castor and Shelmire avenues. Beginners and more experienced students will receive individualized instructions in their choice of media. Ten-week sessions available Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. or Fridays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Cost and inf.: 215–742–1127.
American Red Cross Blood Donations 1401 Rhawn St. 12:30 to 7:30 p.m. Also Monday through Wednesday, 12:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1–800-RED CROSS or redcrossblood.org
Art Exhibit/Readings/Music Glen Foerd on the Delaware, 5001 Grant Ave. Reception presented by Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments, gift basket raffles. $10. Proceeds benefit the visual arts department at Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush.
Arts & Crafts Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9 to 11 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Ballroom Dance Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 2 p.m. $2. 215–685–0576.
Bingo Cannstatter Volksfest Verein, 9130 Academy Road. Sponsored by Die Alten Herren des Cannstatters. Doors open at 5 p.m.; games start at 6:30 p.m. 215–332–0121.
Bingo St. Anne Senior Community Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. 12:30 p.m. Lunch at 11:30 a.m. Also Mondays. Free transportation. 215–426–9799.
Chess Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 11:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Chess Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave., second level. All ages. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Held Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through the fall. 215–685–0522.
Christmas Tree Lighting Holmesburg Recreation Center, Rhawn and Ditman streets. 6 p.m. Face painting, balloon magician, pictures with Santa and snacks for the kiddies.
Computer Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 1:30 to 4 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Dance Classes Torresdale Playground, 9550 Frankford Ave. Jazz, ballet and tap. 6–7 p.m. (ages 3–7), 7–8 (ages 7–13), 8–9 (teens/adults). $5 registration fee. $20 per month. 215–685–9392.
Fall Dance Program Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Tap, yoga and ballet dance. Class hours and more information: 267–475–7005.
Girl Scouts Immanuel Lutheran School, 1015 Cottman Ave. For girls in grades one to 12. 7 p.m. aslla@aol.com
Healing Exercise KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Irene’s Book Discussion KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Led by Irene Reiter. 11:45 a.m. Free. 215–698–7300.
Karaoke Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. Thursdays (except third Thursday) from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Knitting Club Mitchell Playground, 3700 Whitehall Lane. 6–8 p.m. $5. 215–685–9394.
Low Visions. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Support group led by Bette Homer of the Associated Services for the Blind & Visually Impaired. $1 donation. Lunch is available. 215–698–7300, Ext. 184.
Lunch and Entertainment KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. Noon to 2 p.m. 215–745–3127.
Moving On Post Bereavement. 10:30 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 215–698–7300.
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Silver Sneakers Muscular Strength and Range of Motion KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free for Silver Sneakers. There is a fee for guests. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Water for Life Project in the Philippines FOP Lodge 5, 11630 Caroline Road. 6 p.m. $35, includes open bar, dinner and dancing. Sponsored by Engineers Without Borders and Filipino Executive Council of Greater Philadelphia. 267–312–1721 or rubenddavid@msn.com
Wii Bowling Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. 12:30 p.m. 215–831–2926.
Yoga. Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. All levels. 7:30–8:30 p.m. $5. Bring your own mat. 215–683–1994.
Yoga Picarello Recreation Center, 10811 Calera Road. Yoga for all levels. Bring your own mat. $25 per month. 6:50 to 8:15 p.m. 267–738–8393.
MEETINGS
AL-Anon Beginners Meeting Nazareth Hospital (Marian Hall), 2601 Holme Ave. For anyone affected by a loved one’s drinking. 7 to 7:45 p.m. Handicapped accessible.
Al-Anon Crossroads Community Church, 7721 Torresdale Ave. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Al-Anon Beginners. 7:30–9 p.m. Livengrin Foundation, 4833 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem.
Burholme Community Town Watch and Civic Association United Methodist Church of the Redeemer, Cottman and Lawndale avenues. 7 p.m. 215–722–4901.
Drug Recovery Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. 7–9 p.m. Sponsored by state Rep. John Taylor. Speakers will include CORA’s Mary Doherty, Self-Help’s John Cooper and Sgt. Andrew Callahan, of the police narcotics division. Video Some Goodbyes are Forever. 215–708–3139.
Nicotine Anonymous Paul’s Run, 9896 Bustleton Ave. This is a 12-step support program for those who want to stop using nicotine. 4:30 p.m. 215–939–6491.
Friday, Dec. 11
EVENTS
Bingo American Legion Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave. Refreshments are available. Proceeds benefit veterans’ needs. Fridays. 7 p.m. 215–728–9412. Also at: Ukrainian Catholic Church, 8th and Brown streets. Games also played Mondays. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 7 p.m. Kitchen on premises. 215–829–8103. Also at: St. John Neumann Nursing Home, 10400 Roosevelt Blvd. $10. Doors open at 6 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. 215–698–5631, 215–698–5630.
Book Sale Friends of East Cheltenham Free Library, Myrtle and Elm avenues, East Cheltenham. 1–4:45 p.m. Continues Dec. 12, 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. 215–379–2077 or eastcheltenham@mclinc.org
Children’s Tumbling Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. Children 4 and older can learn tumbling. 6 to 8 p.m. 215–685–8753.
Civil Air Patrol 8501 State Road. Learn aerospace, military leadership, drill and more. For boys and girls ages 12 through 19. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 267–250–6311.
Creative Art Classes for People 50+ St. Anne’s Senior Community Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. Fridays and Tuesdays from 12:30 to 2 p.m. through Dec. 18. 215–426–9799.
Dance Classes for Children Lower Mayfair Playground, Robbins Avenue and Hawthorne Street. Ballet and jazz for ages 4 to 6 at 6:15 p.m. Jazz and Hip-hop for ages 7 to 10 at 7:15 p.m. $120. 215–685–1227.
Dance Classes Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Boys hip-hop. 6–7 p.m. 267–475–7005.
Kingdom Keepers Christian Kids Club Bethesda Presbyterian Church, 808 Red Lion Road. 7–8:30 p.m. Stories, music, art, sports, games, crafts, snacks, contests, fellowship and monthly seasonal activities. For kids in first through fifth grades. 215–464–3131 or bethesdapc.com
Line Dance Party Johnny Tocco line dance party presented by Miss Susan’s Entertainment and Dance. Nick’s Roast Beef, 2210 Cottman Ave. $7 cover/cash bar. 7 to 11 p.m. Lessons available. 215–335–3232 or misssusan@verizon.net.
Line Dancing Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. Fridays at 9:30 a.m., Mondays at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. 215–685–0576. Also at: St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. Every Friday at 10:30 a.m. 215–426–9799.
Literacy Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Senior Stretch KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. 11:30 a.m. 215–745–3127.
Shabbat Service/Lunch KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215–745–3127.
Shuffleboard Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 2:30 to 4 p.m. Board available to members at other times. 215–685–0576.
Silver Sneakers Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Muscular strength training class. Fridays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Mondays and Wednesday from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. $2 per class if not covered by your insurance. 215–685–0576. Also at: Aria Health, Torresdale Campus. 10800 Knights Road. Fridays. $6 per class. 9 to 10 a.m. 215–612–4576.
Silver Sneakers Cardio Circuit Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 10 a.m. 215–698–3012.
Silver Splash Klein Life, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free for Silver Sneakers. $5 for guests. 8:45 a.m. Also Mondays and Wednesdays. 215–698–7300.
Spiritual Cinema and Discussion St. Luke’s Church, 1946 Welsh Road. 7:30 to 9:45 p.m. Featured presentation: Noel, starring Susan Sarandon and Penelope Cruz. Goodwill offering accepted. 215–969–3645.
Texas Hold’em Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Also Tuesdays. 215–685–0576.
Youth Group Ministry Bethesda Presbyterian Church, 808 Red Lion Road. 7–9 p.m. For students in sixth through 12th grades. Sports, fellowship, music and art. 215–464–3131 or bethesdapc.com
Zumba Gold KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Zumba Gold with Miriam Martinez. Free for Silver & Fit. Fee for guests. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
MEETINGS
Widow & Widower Support Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Saturday, Dec. 12
EVENTS
Alzheimer’s Support Group For current or former caregivers. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Holy Innocents St. Paul’s Church, 7001 Torresdale Ave. healing47@yahoo.com or 928–282–3435.
Arts and Crafts Class for Children Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. First month and registration is $25, then $20 per month. 11 a.m. to noon. 215–685–8753.
Bagels, Coffee & Torah. Old York Road Temple-Beth Am, 971 Old York Road, Abington. Discussion 9 a.m. Shabbat service 10:15 a.m. Casual dress. 215–886–8000.
Brownies Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Suitable for girls in first and second grades. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215–685–8734.
Christmas Crafts Insectarium, 8046 Frankford Ave. 1 p.m. Make butterfly and Nativity scene ornaments. Free with museum admission. 215–335–9500.
Concert Amici Opera Company. The Bohemian Girl. United Methodist Church of the Redeemer, 1128 Cottman Ave. 4 p.m. 215–224–0257 or amiciopera.com
Dinner with Santa St. Petri-Hope Church Hall, 6816 Jackson St. $7, children under 10 $4. Spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread, dessert, beverages. Visit with Santa and take your own pictures or purchase afterward from snapfish.com. Treat bag for every child, advent crafts. Tickets available at door. 215–333–4103.
Early Morning Bird Walk Churchville Nature Center, 501 Churchville Lane, Churchville. 8 to 10 a.m. 215–357–4005 or www.churchvillenaturecenter.org
Flea Market VFW Post 1597, 901 Bellevue Ave., Croydon. 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. No charge for space rentals. Donations accepted for veterans table. 267–307–7916.
Gymnastics Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Suitable for ages 5 to 8. $5. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215–685–8734.
Living Nativity St. William Catholic Church parking lot, 6200 Rising Sun Ave. 6 to 7 p.m., following 5 p.m. vigil Mass. Readings, Christmas carols, hot chocolate, coffee, tea, cookies. Bring your Christmas manger scene to be blessed. 215–745–1389.
Pilates Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 10 a.m. $5 per class drop-in fee. 215–613–1070.
Preschool Program Registration Mitchell Playground, 3700 Whitehall Lane. Four- and 5-year-old Pre-K program on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon. $95 per month. 3-year-old preschool program on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to noon. $70 per month. 215–685–9394.
Tot Shabbat Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. 6:30 p.m. Sing-a-longs, games, dance, dessert and crafts. Parents, grandparents, family and friends are welcome. Free. Reservations: 215–677–1600.
Tumbling Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Tumbling for kids ages 4 to 14. 10 a.m. 215–685–8734.
MEETINGS
RADical Readers Book Club Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. 1–3 p.m. 215–685–0494. Book crafts and snacks. For third- through seventh-graders. thestellarstudent@gmail.com
Singles 55+ Breakfast Call for location. 10:30 a.m. 215–695–0510.
Social Group Call for location. Not dating anyone but want to? 60s-70s singles are invited to a dance. 215–380–9144.
Sunday, Dec. 13
EVENTS
Chanukah Party Temple Beth Ami, 9201 Old Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. DJ, dancing, candle lighting, singing, dreidel spinning, latkes, blintzes, doughnuts. $10, or free for kids 14 and under. 215–673–2511.
Concert Amici Opera Company. Ponchielli’s IL Parla Tore Ererno and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Mozart & Salieri. United Methodist Church of the Redeemer, 1128 Cottman Ave. 3 p.m. 215–224–0257 or amiciopera.com
Dance Classes Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Ballet, acrobatics, tap. 1:30 to 3 p.m. 267–475–7005.
Girl Scout Open House Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, 10910 Calera Road. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Open to girls ages 5–18 and adults. RSVP: 215–779–7279 or registrar554@gmail.com
Kid’s Club St. Petri-Hope Church 6816 Jackson St. Kids from Kindergarten through 6th grade are welcome. Hear stories of our faith, make crafts, and learn how to play hand bells. 4 to 5 p.m. 215–333–4103.
Jewish Sunday Children’s Program KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 11 a.m. $5. Celebration of Hanukkah, featuring a magician, singing, dancing and homemade cookies. Reservations: 215–698–7300, Ext. 175.
Muscular Strength & Range of Movement Class KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free for members. Guests $5. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Naturalist Program “Evergreens” Churchville Nature Center, 501 Churchville Lane, Churchville. 2 p.m. $3. 215–357–4005 or www.churchvillenaturecenter.org
Pet Photos with Santa World of Animals, 6503 Frankford Ave. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215–624–8433.
Thrift Store Memorial Church of St. Luke’s,1946 Welsh Road. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 215–969–3645.
MEETINGS
Overeaters Anonymous Nazareth Hospital 2nd floor conference room, 2601 Holme Ave. 12-step program for all eating disorders. 10:30 a.m. Also on Fridays at 6 p.m. 215–745–9661.
Women’s Al-Anon Meeting 4945 Friendship St. Meeting for women affected by a loved one’s drinking. 3 to 4 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 14
EVENTS
Ab Blast Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. There is a $5 per class drop-in fee. 5:30 p.m. 215–613–1070.
Aerobic Yoga KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. Mondays at 7 p.m. Also held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 215–698–7300.
Are You Saved? Studying Biblical salvation at a location in the Northeast. 7:30 p.m. Call for appointments. 215–941–4710.
Arm Knitting Workshop Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. 6 p.m. Free. Participants will learn how to knit a scarf without the use of needles. Open to adults and teens. Register: 215–685–8756.
Beginner Bridge Game/Tutorial St. Leo Church rectory, Keystone Street and Unruh Avenue. Free. 7 p.m. 215–333–0340.
Bingo Ukrainian Catholic Church, 8th and Brown streets. Games also played Mondays and Fridays. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 7 p.m. Kitchen on premises. 215–829–8103. More at: Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. Two cards cost $1. 215–685–0576. More at: Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Mondays at 12:45 p.m. and Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. $3. 215–683–1994.
Bridge Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 1 to 3 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Carmella Tot Recreation Program Carmella Tot Recreation Preschool, 2150 Wakeling St. This is a learn and play preschool program for ages 3 to 5. Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon. $100 per month plus a one-time registration fee of $15. 215–685–1235.
Cat Adoption Petco, 9717 Roosevelt Blvd. (at Grant Avenue). 6–8 p.m. Sponsored by ACCT Philly.
Ceramics and More Mitchell Playground, 3700 Whitehall Lane. 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. Ceramics class, in addition to a variety of arts and crafting projects, will be offered. No previous experience required. $5 per night, plus minimal charge for materials. 215–685–9395.
CPAP Clinic Holy Redeemer Hospital, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Free weekly clinic for people having problems with CPAP equipment. 3 to 7 p.m. by appointment. 215–938–3748.
Enhance Fitness St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. Every Monday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. 215–426–9799.
Fall Dance Program Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Hip-hop, lyrical, jazz and contemporary dance. Class time or more information: 267–475–7005.
Hebrew Language Classes KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave.. Intermediate classes in Hebrew. Free. 1 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Jewelry Making Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10 to 11:30 a.m. $6, includes supplies and expert instructor. 215–685–0576.
Kids Kettlebells Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. $5. 6 p.m. 215–698–3012.
Klein Korale KleinLIfe, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 to 2 p.m. Songs in English, Hebrew and Yiddish. No singing experience necessary. 215–698–7300.
Mah Jong KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Have fun with friends in this tile matching game. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
New Visions. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Support group led by Amy Juarez of the Associated Services for the Blind & Visually Impaired. $1 donation. Lunch is available. 215–698–7300, Ext. 184.
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Scrabble KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Silver and Fit KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wayne Leister is the class instructor. Class fee varies. Also Wednesdays. 9:15 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Silver Sneakers Muscular Strength/Range of Motion Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 1 to 2 p.m. 215–698–3012.
Sounds of the Season Katie O’Donnell’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 4501 Woodhaven Road. 7 p.m. Concert presented by Showtime Charities. $20. Proceeds to Shriners Hospital for Children. 215–637–5151.
Yoga Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. $5 drop-in. 215–698–3012.
Zumba Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. 7:30–8:30 p.m. Latin-inspired, easy to follow, calorie burning, dance fitness. $5 registration fee, $5 per class. Also Tuesdays 7:30–8:30 p.m. 215–685–8753.
Zumba with Denise Norcom Community Center. 10980 Norcom Road. $5 drop-in fee. 7:15 p.m. 215–698–3012.
Zumba with Zuly. 7 p.m. Good Shepherd Methodist Church, 10910 Calera Road. 215–612–0728. Walk-ins are welcome. $6.
MEETINGS
Al-Anon St. Anselm Church, 12670 Dunks Ferry Road. 7:30–9 p.m.
East Torresdale Civic Association, Liberty Evangelical Free Church, Linden Avenue and Milnor Street, 7 p.m. Meets second Monday of the month. easttorresdalecivic.com
Historical Society of Tacony Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. 6:30 p.m. Discussion on establishment of Disston Estate as a National Historic District. Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and Preservation Design Partners will be present. 215–338–8790.
Supportive Older Women’s Network (S.O.W.N.) Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9:30 a.m.
Tacony Memorial American Legion Auxiliary Unit #735 6:30 p.m. AOH, 7163 Hegerman St. (at Wellington Street). Christmas party. Future meetings on March 14, April 11 (bingo party at 7 p.m.), May 9 and June 13.
Tuesday, Dec. 15
EVENTS
Adult Martial Arts Classes Max Myers Recreation Center, 1601 Hellerman St. Classes held Tuesday and Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons. $45 per month. Call for time and inf.: 215–685–1242.
Ceramics Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. $2. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Ceramic Classes Disston Recreation Center, 4423 Longshore Ave. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 7 to 9 p.m. 215–335–1163.
Chair Exercise with Elayne KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. 215–745–3127.
Chair Yoga St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. 9:30 a.m. 215–426–9799.
Computer Assistance Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. 1 p.m. One-on-one sessions available by appointment. 215–831–2926.
CPR Training Holy Redeemer Hospital, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, 4th Floor Education Room, Meadowbrook. 7–10 p.m. $35. Register: http://www.holyredeemer.com/Classes or 1–800–818–4747.
Cub Scout Pack 160 Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1013 Cottman Ave. Family-oriented program is designed for boys ages 7 to 10. 7 p.m. 215–783–6405.
Dance Classes Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Adult hip-hop. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 267–475–7005.
Exercise Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Greater Philadelphia Chorale Rehearsals St. Jerome school hall, 8100 Colfax St. All singers are invited. 7–8:30 p.m. 215–313–5363.
Knitting Nook KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Make lap covers, hats, shawls and booties for children and adults who are receiving treatments for serious illnesses at local hospitals. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Life Coach Training Seminar Learn how to change lives while embracing your own. Seminars held in the Northeast. Inquire for location. Register. 7 p.m. 215–725–1995 or email paula@lifecoachphilly.com.
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Sculpt & Tone Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 6 to 7 p.m. $5 per class drop-in fee. 215–698–3012.
Silver Sneakers Cardio Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 1 p.m. $3 drop-in fee if not a member. 215–613–1070.
Singing St. John Neumann Home, 10400 Roosevelt Blvd. The Sounds of Liberty men’s a cappella chorus is holding open auditions for spring and summer concerts of popular music. 7 to 10 p.m. 215–636–9012.
Tai Chi Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. 10 a.m. 215–683–1994.
Tone Class KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Turbo Kick. Mitchell Playground, 3700 Whitehall Lane. 6:15–7:15 p.m. Bring a mat. $5. 215–685–9394.
Yoga. Boyle Recreation Center, 13024 Stevens Road. 7 to 8 p.m. $10. mast.mallory@yahoo.com
Yoga Lackman Playground, 1101 Bartlett St. Class is for all levels. Bring a yoga mat. $5 per class. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–971–0404.
Zumba Jardel Recreation Center, 1400 Cottman Ave. Open to the public. $5 per session. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215–685–0596.
Zumba Gold KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free for Athletic, Silver Sneakers, and Silver & Fit members. $5/guests. $5. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Zumba with Denise Norcom Community Center. 10980 Norcom Road. $5 drop in fee. 7:15 p.m. 215–698–3012.
MEETINGS
Al-Anon Meeting St. John’s Lutheran Church, Hawthorne and Tyson avenues. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Anger Management Groups for Teens Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Suitable for boys and girls ages 13 to 17. 6 p.m. Appointments: 215–537–5367.
Lawncrest Community Association St. William social hall, Argyle and Robbins streets. 7 p.m. 215–342–5642.
N.A. Meeting for Friends and Family of Addicts Aria Torresdale, Mansion House conference room, Red Lion and Knights roads. 7 to 8:20 p.m. 215–535–2962.
Northwood Civic Association St. James Lutheran Church, Castor Avenue and Pratt Street. 7 p.m. 215–856–3310.
Rotary Club of Frankford-Northeast Cannstatter’s, 9130 Academy Road. The group meets for lunch every Tuesday from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m.
Weight Loss Group Trevose Behavior Modification Program. 5:30 p.m. Bucks County Technology Park, 4800 Street Road, Trevose. For an application, send a stamped self-addressed envelope to P.O. Box 11674, Philadelphia, PA 19116.
Women’s Empowerment Group The Share Center, 7137 Torresdale Ave. 7 p.m. 856–308–5650.
Wednesday, Dec. 16
EVENTS
Ab Blast Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. There is a $5 drop-in fee. 5:30 p.m. 215–698–3012.
American Legends KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 11:45 a.m. Learn about a new entertainer, writer comic or singer each week. Free. 215–698–7300.
Art Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. $2. Class is taught by a professional instructor. 2 to 4 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Bingo Club Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues (use ramp entrance on Solly Avenue). Join the Rhawnhurst Senior Citizens Bingo Club for those 55 and older. 10:30 a.m. 215–742–9928.
Boot Camp Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. All fitness levels. 7:15 p.m. $5 per class drop-in fee. 215–613–1070.
Cardio Kettlebells Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 6 to 7 p.m. $5 drop-in. 215–698–3012.
Cardio Workout KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Fee. 1 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Chair Yoga with Margalit KleinLife:Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. 215–745–3127.
Chess KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 2 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Child and Teen Acting Classes Portside Arts Center, 2531 E. Lehigh Ave. Acting classes for kids ages 5 to 17. Classes are sorted by age. 4 to 8 p.m. 215–427–1514.
Concert Amici Opera Company. La Boheme. Franco’s High Note Cafe, 1549 S. 13th St. 6 p.m. $44.95, includes dinner. 215–224–0257 or amiciopera.com
Core Training KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. 7 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Dance Classes Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Contemporary, musical theater, jazz and improv. 267–475–7005.
KIDS Fit Mix Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. There is a $5 drop-in fee. 6:45 p.m. 215–698–3012.
Kim Reddin Yiddish KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Conversational and informal group celebrating Yiddish in song and speech. 10:40 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Klein Music Makers KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. For people who play an instrument or can read music. 1:30 p.m. 215–698–7300, Ext. 134.
Life Coach Introduction Learn how to move forward in relationships career and challenges. Seminars held in the Northeast. Inquire for location. 7 p.m. 215–725–1995 or email paula@lifecoachphilly.com.
Line Dancing. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 1:15 p.m. Free. 215–698–7300.
Mah Jongg. Old York Road Temple-Beth Am, 971 Old York Road, Abington. 7 p.m. Bring your card or buy one. 215–886–8000.
Mah Jongg Rosemary Montagno Senior Center, 12601 Townsend Road. 10 a.m. 215–673–7734.
Piano Lessons Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. 1:30 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Pinochle Rosemary Montagno Senior Center, 12601 Townsend Road. 10 a.m. 215–673–7734.
Santa Claus is Coming Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. 6:30 p.m. Snacks. 215–685–0494.
Silver Sneakers Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. 11 a.m. $3 if not a member. 215–683–1994.
Silver Sneakers Yoga Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 9 to 10 a.m.
Spanish Classes Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Classes for both advanced and beginner levels. $5. 215–683–1994.
Spanish/English Bilingual Storytime Tacony Neighborhood Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. (at Knorr Street). 6:30 p.m. 215–685–8755.
Tai Chi St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. 10 a.m. 215–426–9799.
Tumbling Program Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. $20 per month plus a one-time registration fee of $5. 7 p.m. 215–685–8753.
Visitation, Prayer and Veneration. Golden-domed Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 830 N. Franklin St. 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. View the Vatican-authorized full-size replica of the Shroud of Turin. Also open Saturdays from 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Wellness and Depression Screening Career Link, 3210 Red Lion Road. Free, anonymous wellness and depression screenings. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215–728–4669 or www.pathcenter.org.
Wii Wednesdays with Vince Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. For school-aged kids. 4:30 p.m. Continues Dec. 23 and 30. 215–685–1743.
Yoga Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. $5 drop-in.
Young at Heart Single Seniors 60-plus. Dinner. Also breakfast on Saturdays. 215–695–0510.
Zumba Mitchell Playground, 3700 Whitehall Lane. Drop-ins welcome. $5. 7 to 8 p.m. 215–685–9394.
Zumba with Zuly Good Shepherd Methodist Church, 10910 Calera Road. $6 walk-in fee. 7 p.m. 215–612–0728.
MEETINGS
Anger Management Groups for Children Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Suitable for boys and girls ages 7 to 12. 6 p.m. Appointments: 215–537–5367.
Depression Bipolar Support Group 8220 Castor Ave, fourth floor. 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. 215–698–9744.
GRASP St. Timothy’s Lutheran Church, 7965 Fillmore St. Meeting for anyone grieving who has lost someone to drugs or alcohol disease. 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Greater Bustleton Civic League, American Heritage Federal Credit Union community room, 2060 Red Lion Road, 7 p.m. Meets on fourth Wednesday of the month. No meetings in July or August. www.gbcleague.com
Jewish Culture Club Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Marine Corps League, All Divisions Detachment FOP Hall, 11630 Caroline Road. New members invited. Meets third Wednesday of the month. 7:30 p.m. 267–281–2228.
North Delaware Public Meeting Holy Family University Campus Center, 9801 Frankford Ave. (enter from Stevenson Lane). 7 to 8:30 p.m. Light refreshments. 215–683–4649 or larissa.klevan@phila.gov
Northeast Philadelphia Walking Club People 50 and older are invited to walk together to stay healthy. 267–251–9198.
Parkwood Civic Association St. Anselm Church basement, 12670 Dunksferry Road. 7 p.m. Meets third Wednesday. Alternate location is 8th Police District, 3100 Red Lion Road, on April 20 and May 18. 215–632–3090.
S.O.S. Catholic Singles Over Sixty Lunch at Cracker Barrel Restaurant, Neshaminy Mall, 3611 Horizon Blvd., Trevose. 2 p.m. 215–742–5798.
Sunshine Club KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. 9:30 a.m. 215–745–3127.
Supportive Older Women’s Network (S.O.W.N.) KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. A forum for women to support each other. Free. 215–698–7300.
Zumba Houseman Recreation Center, 5091 Summerdale Ave. (at Godfrey Avenue). 7 to 8 p.m. $5 each class. 215–685–1240.
Thursday, Dec. 17
EVENTS
Aerobic Yoga KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. 7 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Ballroom Dance Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 2 p.m. $2. 215–685–0576.
Bingo Cannstatter Volksfest Verein, 9130 Academy Road. Sponsored by Die Alten Herren des Cannstatters. Doors open at 5 p.m.; games start at 6:30 p.m. 215–332–0121.
Board games Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also on Fridays and Saturdays. 215–685–0522.
Computer Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 1:30 to 4 p.m. 215–685–0576. 215–698–7300 Ext. 129.
Dance Classes Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Tap, ballet and yoga. 267–475–7005.
Girl Scouts Immanuel Lutheran School, 1015 Cottman Ave. For girls in grades one to 12. 7 p.m. aslla@aol.com.
Knitting Club. Mitchell Playground, 3700 Whitehall Lane. 6–8 p.m. $5. 215–685–9394.
Low Visions. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Support group led by Bette Homer of the Associated Services for the Blind & Visually Impaired. $1 donation. Lunch is available. 215–698–7300, Ext. 184.
Moving On Post Bereavement. 10:30 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 215–698–7300.
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Silver Sneakers Muscular Strength/Range of Motion. Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 9–10 a.m. 215–698–3012.
Teen Third Thursdays Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. Crafts, games and snacks. 4:30 p.m.
Yoga Classes Picariello Recreation Center, 10811 Calera Road. Suitable for all levels. Bring a yoga mat. $20 per month. 6:50 to 8:15 p.m. 267–738–8393.
Zumba Jardel Recreation Center, 1400 Cottman Ave. Open to the public. $5 per session. 8 to 9 p.m. 215–685–0596.
Zumba with Denise Norcom Community Center. 10980 Norcom Road. $5 drop-in fee. 7:15 p.m. 215–698–3012.
MEETINGS
Alanon Paul’s Run boardroom, 9896 Bustleton Ave. 7–8 p.m.
Depression Bipolar Support Group PATH, 8220 Castor Ave. The group meets on the fourth floor. 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. 215–698–9744.
Friends of Pennypack Park Deer Meadows Retirement Community, 8301 Roosevelt Blvd., main entrance (rear of complex), 7:30 p.m., 215–934-PARK. Group meets third Thursday every month.
Nar-Anon Northeast Philadelphia Livengrin Foundation, 9140 Academy Road. For anyone affected by someone’s drug addiction. 7:15 to 8:45 p.m.
Philadelphia’s First Toastmasters Club Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6500 Tabor Road. 7 to 9 p.m. Members learn to improve public speaking and leadership skills and develop effective communication skills. Refreshments. $5. Continues every first and third Thursday of the month. 609–318–4950.
St. Cecilia Seniors 535 Rhawn St. New members always welcomed. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215–742–5018.
Unite Inc. Support Group A grief support session for women following the loss of a baby, including miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth and infant deaths. Holy Redeemer Hospital, Physician’s Lounge, 1st Floor, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Free parking is available in the Cancer Center lot in front of the hospital. Register: Denise Paul at 215–260–0389.
Upper Holmesburg Civic Association St. Dominic’s Marian Hall, 8532 Frankford Ave., 7 p.m. The group meets monthly on the third Thursday except July and August.
CRAFT SHOWS
Dec. 12. Christmas Bazaar. St. Michael’s Church, Trenton Avenue and Cumberland Street. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Appearance by Santa Claus. 215–423–0792.
VENDOR ALERTS
Holiday Stop & Shop Craft Show Saturday, Dec. 12. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. $25 per space. Visit by Santa Claus. hdavis529@hotmail.com
Flea Market St. Hubert, 7320 Torresdale Ave. Saturday, Jan. 23. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $25. Bring a table or rent one for $5. 215–624–6840, Ext. 243 or shfleamarket@gmail.com
