HomeNewsCalendar of Events: May 18, 2016

Calendar of Events: May 18, 2016

Thursday, May 19

EVENTS

Acme Sav-on Pharmacy KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10 a.m. Wellness information, programming, inoculations, health screenings. Free. 215–698–7300.

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

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. Bingo at 12:30 p.m. Also Mondays and Fridays. Free transportation. 215–426–9799.

Blood Drive Holy Redeemer Hospital, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Blood donors should park in the visitors lot and will receive a parking voucher. Continues May 20 from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. http://www.redcrossblood.org or 215–938–3692.

Ceramics Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. 6 to 9 p.m. $8 a class. 215–685–8753.

Chess Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 11:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.

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.

Girl Scouts Immanuel Lutheran School, 1015 Cottman Ave. For girls in grades one to 12. 7 p.m. [email protected]

Healing Exercise KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 9:30 a.m. 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.

Mah Jong Lessons KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 1 p.m. Free. Continues through June 16. 215–698–7300.

Moving On Post Bereavement. 10:30 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 215–698–7300.

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.

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.

Teddy Roosevelt and the American Jewish Community Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. Discussion led by Rabbi Lance Sussman. 7:30 p.m. Refreshments. $5. 215–677–1600.

Walking with Ease St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. 9 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays through June 13. 215–426–9799.

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.

Young Children’s Storytime Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd. 4 p.m. For ages 3–6. 215–685–0498.

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.

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.

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.

Rhawnhurst Eyes and Ears Blockwatch Rhawnhurst Presbyterian Church, 7701 Loretto Ave. 7 p.m.

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.

Friday, May 20

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.

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.

Clay Creations St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215–426–9799.

Comedy Night St. Dominic’s Marian Hall, 8532 Frankford Ave. 8 p.m. to midnight. $35 in advance, $40 at the door. Food, prizes, raffles, beer, wine, soda, coffee and tea. BYOB. 215–332–1950.

Country Night American Legion Oxley Post 133, 4637 Decatur St. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. $25, includes a country buffet, draft and well drinks. Music by Shot of Southern. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Bridesburg Memorial Day Parade. 215–688–1531.

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.

eGadget Help Desk Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Bring in an eGadget device for troubleshooting assistance. Continues May 27.

Email Workshop Fox Chase Library, 501 Rhawn St. 3 p.m. 215–685–0547.

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 oldies/line dance party hosted by Miss Susan’s Entertainment & Dance. Albert’s Cafe, Grant and Academy. $7 cover/cash bar. 7 to 11 p.m. Group or private lessons available. 215–335–3232 or [email protected]

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.

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.

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, May 21

EVENTS

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.

Basic Tandem Canoe Training Starting on Harrisville Pond in the New Jersey Pine Barrens. 7 a.m. $60. 215–357–4005 or churchvillenaturecenter.org

Bingo Sponsored by Normandy Civic Association. Prizes are Kors and Coach bags. 7 p.m. at Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Tickets are $35. Door prozes, Chinese auction, pizza, snacks, desserts and 50/50. BYOB. Must be 21 or older. [email protected]

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.

Community Fair Watson Comly School, 1001 Byberry Road. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain date May 22. Games, face-painting, bounce houses, crafts, sand art, spin art, sack races, food, raffle baskets and a DJ.

Concert Amici Opera Company. Bizet’s Carmen. Community Presbyterian Church, 1501 W. Brigantine Ave., Brigantine. 8 p.m. $20. 215–224–0257 or amiciopera.com

Crochet for Beginners Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. (at Benner Street). 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 215–685–0549.

Early Morning Bird Walk Churchville Nature Center, 501 Churchville Lane, Churchville. 7 to 9 a.m. Continues May 28. 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.

Fur Follies Katie O’Donnell’s, 4501 Woodhaven Road. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Showtime Charities will sing to raise money for local animal rescues and shelters. Face painters, magician, vendors, raffles, pet massage therapist, moonbounce, inserting chips for $15, karaoke, music, dancing, fire engines, adoptable cats and dogs and K-9 unit. Pets on leashes are welcome. 732–773–2313.

Gettysburg Perspectives Manor College, 700 Fox Chase Road, Jenkintown. 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Lectures, book signings and sales, exhibits, artifacts. Free admission, $8 parking, 215–884–2218.

Gymnastics Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Suitable for ages 5 to 8. $5. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215–685–8734.

Parent Cafe with Catholic Community Services at Lawncrest Recreation Center, 6000 Rising Sun Ave. Noon to 3 p.m. Free to attend. A safe, fun space to have meaningful conversation with other parents. Call Joseph Rayome at 215–834–2966.

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.

Recycling Friends of Pennypack Park. Lincoln High School parking lot, 3201 Ryan Ave. 9 a.m. to noon. Paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, copper, clothing, shoes, printer cartridges, cell phones, books and magazines. Rain or shine. www.friendsofpennypackpark.org or 215–934–7275.

Scams, Frauds & Cons Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. 2:30 to 4 p.m. Learn about popular online, phone and in-person scams and how to protect yourself.

Spaghetti Dinner Boy Scout Troop 252 of All Saints Episcopal Church, 9601 Frankford Ave. 6 p.m. $7 for a small dinner, $10 for large, $8 for takeout. Includes salad, roll, dessert and meatballs or sausage. 215–534–1072 or [email protected]

Spiritual Cinema St. Luke’s Church parish hall, 1946 Welsh Road. 7 p.m. Featured presentation: The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill, a story about a homeless street musician and his relationship with a flock of wild parrots in San Francisco. Free popcorn and iced tea. Goodwill offering voluntary. 215–969–3645.

Tumbling Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Tumbling for kids ages 4 to 14. 10 a.m. 215–685–8734.

Yard Sale Fellowship Bible Church, 13021 Worthington Road. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free continental breakfast. 267–388–5958.

MEETINGS

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.

To LIve Again Langhorne United Methodist Church, 301 E. Maple Ave.1:30 p.m. Open to all widows and widowers. 215–757–4984.

Sunday, May 22

EVENTS

Concert Amici Opera Company. Verdi’s La Forza Del Destino. Dock Woods, 275 Dock Drive, Lansdale. 2:30 p.m. $20. 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.

Jazz and Shopping Spring Fling 3525 Cottman Ave. Noon to 4 p.m. Music by Gary Grisafi Jazz Trio. Food, 50/50 and raffle baskets. $5. 215–859–7545 or [email protected]

Kenny Kline Football Clinic Pelbano Playground, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Hosted by Rhawnhurst A.A. 10 a.m. registration. 11 a.m. start of clinic. Free shirts to all participants. Local high school coaches in attendance. More information on Rhawnhurst Athletic Association’s Facebook page.

Kidney Walk Mercer County Park, 1638 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor Township, N.J. Check-in 8:30 a.m. Walk: 10 a.m. Sponsored by National Kidney Foundation. Free, though fundraising is encouraged. 215–923–8611, Ext. 732, kidneywalk.org or [email protected]

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.

Muscular Strength & Range of Movement Class KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free for members. Guests $5. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Public Tours of the Center’s 1500s-Era Lenape Village Churchville Nature Center, 501 Churchville Lane, Churchville. 2 p.m. $8. Continues May 29. Pre-registration: 215–357–4005 or www.churchvillenaturecenter.org

Seasonal Naturalist Walk Churchville Nature Center, 501 Churchville Lane, Churchville. 3 p.m. $3. 215–357–4005 or www.churchvillenaturecenter.org

Spiritual Music Concert Cranaleith Spiritual Center, 13475 Proctor Road. 7–9 p.m. $20 suggested donation. 215–934–6206 or www.cranaleith.org

Thrift Shop Temple Menorah Keneseth Chai, 4301 Tyson Ave. Half-price sale on clothing. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215–624–9600.

Thrift Store Memorial Church of St. Luke’s,1946 Welsh Road. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 215–969–3645.

Yoga 5 p.m. St. Luke’s parish hall, 1946 Welsh Road. $10 per class. Wear comfortable clothing and bring yoga mat. Includes postures, meditation and breathing exercises. Also Mondays at 9:30 a.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, May 23

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.

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.

eBook Help Desk Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. Noon to 2 p.m. Bring an eReader and learn how to download library ebooks.

Enhance Fitness St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. Every Thursday and Friday at 10:30 a.m. For age 50 or older. 215–426–9799.

Fathers First Catholic Community Services Engagement Meeting for fathers. Every Monday in May, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 10125 Verree Road. Free to the public, but reservations required. Call Lance Wright at 215–760–4101.

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.

Lifelong Learning Program KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10–11 a.m. Chuck Feldman will lead a discussion on current events. Cost: 215–698–7300, Ext. 114 or [email protected]

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.

Retirement Income Solutions for Women KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 6–9 p.m. Includes six monthly phone coaching sessions. $60. 215–564–5500.

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.

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 7 p.m. Good Shepherd Methodist Church, 10910 Calera Road. 267–304–8553. Walk-ins are welcome. $6.

MEETINGS

Al-Anon St. Anselm Church, 12670 Dunks Ferry Road. 7:30–9 p.m.

Supportive Older Women’s Network (S.O.W.N.) Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday, May 24

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. For age 50 or older. No class on second Tuesday of the month. 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.

Creating with the Color Wheel St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. 12:30 to 2 p.m. Participants will mix paint to create a color wheel and use this color technique to create a design. 215–426–9799.

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.

Google and Your Business Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. (at Benner Street). 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Bring laptop. 215–685–0549.

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 [email protected].

Lunch & Bingo KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. Lunch 11:30 a.m., bingo 1 p.m.

Online safety 101 Torresdale Branch Library, 3079 Holme Ave., Noon to 1 p.m. Learn how to keep your identity safe while surfing the web. 215–685–0494.

Parenting Classes Rhawnhurst Presbyterian Church, 7701 Loretto Ave. Sponsored by Catholic Community Services. 3–5 p.m. Refreshments, tokens and child care provided. Continues Tuesdays through July 12. 267–784–4698.

Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Rain Check Workshop 6:30 p.m. Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Learn how to get a free rain barrel and/or get a downspout planter, rain garden or porous paving installed at a reduced price. Rain Check supports Philadelphia’s Green City, Clean Waters program, which is working to keep excess stormwater out of sewers. 215–988–1698 or www.phillywatersheds.org/raincheck

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 performances. 7 to 10 p.m. 267–423–4254.

Tai Chi Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. 10 a.m. 215–683–1994.

Tone Class KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. $3. 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.

Writing Workshop Cranaleith Spiritual Center, 13475 Proctor Road. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. $30 (bring lunch, beverages provided). Register at 215–934–6206 or www.cranaleith.org

Yoga. Boyle Recreation Center, 13024 Stevens Road. 7 to 8 p.m. $10. [email protected]

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.

Young Children’s Storytime Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd. Children will hear a selection of classic fairy tales and contemporary picture books. For ages 3–6. 11 a.m. 215–685–0498.

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.

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.

Morning Glories Vogt Recreation Center, Cottage and Unruh streets. For men and women 50 or older. 10:30 a.m. Speakers, refreshments, bingo. 215–338–4767.

PhillyNorml Local chapter of the National Organization for the Reformation of Marijuana Laws. 7 p.m. Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Refreshments served. 267–977–5639 or PhillyNoml.org

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, May 25

EVENTS

Ab Blast Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. There is a $5 drop-in fee. 5:30 p.m. 215–698–3012.

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.

Birthday Party with Tony Lombarti KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 11:45 a.m. Cake and music. 215–698–7300.

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. Verdi’s La Forza Del Destino. Franco’s High Note Cafe, 1549 S. 13th St. 6:15 p.m. $44.95, including dinner. 215–755–8903.

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.

eBook Helpdesk Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Noon to 2 p.m. Bring an eReader, and learn how to download library ebooks.

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.

Knitting for Beginners KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 1–3 p.m. Continues Wednesdays through June 15. $30. 215–698–7300.

Lego Fun Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd. 4 p.m. 215–685–0498.

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 [email protected].

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.

Scrabble KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.

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.

Tai Chi St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. 10 a.m. For age 50 or older. 215–426–9799.

That’s Life KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10:40 a.m. Discussion led by Lorraine Stein. 215–698–7300.

Truancy Prevention Workshop CORA Services, 8540 Verree Road, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Parents and children welcome. Please RSVP to Serena Lofton at 215–701–2774. Lunch will be provided. Free child care onsite. Gift card raffles.

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.

Wii Wednesdays with Vince Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. 4:30 p.m. For school-aged kids. 215–685–1473.

Yoga Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. $5 drop-in.

Young at Heart Single Seniors. 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. 267–343–7558.

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

Holme Circle Civic Association, Immaculate Mary Home, 2990 Holme Ave., 7 p.m. Joint meeting with Winchester Park neighborhood group to discuss expansion of the Immaculate Mary Home. 215–518–0914.

Jewish Culture Club Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.

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, May 26

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.

Centenarian Luncheon KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10:30 a.m. Honoring those turning 100 years of age or over in the Northeast as of Dec. 31, 2016. Free for centenarian and one guest (additional guests $15 each). Mummers and the music of Frank Sinatra by Stu Weitz. 215–698–7300, Ext. 132.

Comic Book Creation 101 Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. 4:30 p.m. Mr. Alleyne will provide a basic introduction to comic book illustration and writing and talk about how to describe, design, draw, ink and detail characters. For youths ages 9–18. 215–685–1473.

Computer Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 1:30 to 4 p.m. 215–685–0576. 215–698–7300 Ext. 129.

FLP Digital Media Workshop Torresdale Branch Library, 3079 Holme Ave., 3 to 4 p.m. Discover free digital media at the Free Library. 215–685–0494.

Girl Scouts Immanuel Lutheran School, 1015 Cottman Ave. For girls in grades one to 12. 7 p.m. [email protected]

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.

Scams, Frauds & Cons Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Learn about popular online, phone and in-person scams and how to protect yourself.

Silver Sneakers Muscular Strength/Range of Motion. Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. 9–10 a.m. 215–698–3012.

World Music with Daria Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. (at Benner Street). 4 p.m. 215–685–0549.

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.

Young Children’s Storytime Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd. Children will hear a selection of classic fairy tales and contemporary picture books. 4 p.m. For ages 3–6. 215–685–0498.

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.

Nar-Anon Northeast Philadelphia Livengrin Foundation, 9140 Academy Road. For anyone affected by someone’s drug addiction. 7:15 to 8:45 p.m.

Rhawnhurst NORC Banking 101. Northeast Older Adult Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Speaker is Katrina Boyer, community outreach liaison, state banking department.

St. Cecilia Seniors 535 Rhawn St. New members always welcomed. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215–742–5018.

VENDOR ALERT

Flea Market Saturday, May 21, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Holmesburg United Methodist Church, 8118 Frankford Ave. Spaces $15. 215–214–5786.

Flea Market Saturday, June 4, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4601 Richmond St. Spaces $15, two for $25. Bring your own table. 267–738–5414.

Flea Market Saturday, June 4, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Gloria Dei Church, 570 Welsh Road, Huntingdon Valley. Spaces $25 (two parking spaces). 215–947–8200.

Flea Market Overington Park, 1300 Orthodox St. Saturday, June 4. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spaces $10. Bring own table. 215–533–7747.

Flea Market Saturday, June 4, Rhawnhurst Presbyterian Church, 7701 Loretto Ave. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain date is June 11. Space available. Call Jane at 215–742–2112.

Flea Market Saturday, June 4. St. Michael’s Church — Kensington, Trenton Avenue and Cumberland Street. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. $20 per space (bring own table). No food vendors. 215–425–6190.

Flea Market Saturday, June 11. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Archbishop Ryan High School parking lot, 11201 Academy Road. Spaces $20, table not included. 215–266–5012.

Flea Market and Craft Show Saturday, June 11, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Spaces available for $15 or two for $20. Comly and Jackson streets. 215–289–5957 or [email protected].

Flea market Sunday, June 12, at the Academy Sabres, Torrey and Academy roads. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Benefits the children’s sports. Spaces $20. 215–203–2047.

Flea Market Saturday, June 18. Disston Park, 6900 Keystone St., between Longshore Street and Disston Street. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. $10 per 10'x15' space. 215–338–2575 or [email protected]

Flea Market June 18 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Holmesburg Baptist Church, 7927 Frankford Ave. Spaces $15 each. Rain date June 25. Call Bob 215–698–8391 for registration/information.

Flea Market June 18. Oxford Circle Christian Community Development Association, 900 E. Howell St. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Spaches $15 for 5×10 on sidewalk, $20 for 10×10 on grass. Bring own table. 215–617–3546.

Flea Market Saturday, June 25. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Holy Redeemer Lafayette, 8580 Verree Road. $25 per space. 215–214–2822.

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