Members at the recent Mayfair Business Association meeting, held at Cottman Beverage, discussed issues such as a Christmas decorating contest, unruly Abraham Lincoln High School students and safety poles placed on the 3500 block of Ryan Ave. (at Leon Street) to prevent motorists from going the wrong direction on the one-way street. The group also promoted a couple of upcoming events.
On Sunday, Dec. 13, Santa Claus will appear at World of Animals, 6503 Frankford Ave., to have his picture taken with pets. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is no cost, and photos will be emailed and put on Facebook. Call 215–624–8433.
On Sunday, Dec. 20, the Grey Lodge Pub, 6235 Frankford Ave., will hold its annual Festivus from 5 to 10 p.m. The night will include food, a book signing, plenty of draft beer and other festivities.
Meanwhile, the Beneficial Bank location at Frankford and Cottman avenues closed on Friday.
Mayfair Business Association will meet again on Thursday, Jan. 14, at 10 a.m. at Berkshire Hathaway real estate office, at 7341 Frankford Ave. (at Aldine Street). ••
