Need plans for the week? Check out art, theater and animal events happening around Philly.
Drexel holding arts and entertainment show
The Entertainment and Arts Society will present Night of the Arts on Saturday, May 20, from 4 to 10:30 p.m. in Drexel University’s URBN Annex, 3401 Filbert St.
The event will feature live music, theater, dance performances, artwork, screenings of student films and complimentary refreshments..
Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for students. They are available at the door or at eventbrite.com ••
Job fair to be held at NE Regional Library
Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. (near Bustleton Avenue), will host a job fair on Friday, June 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Employers will be recruiting for positions in education, healthcare, sales, information technology, law enforcement, manufacturing, armed forces, customer service, warehouse and more.
Applicants should bring resumes and dress professionally. The event is free, and no registration is required. Call 215–685–0522. ••
Flea market Saturday in Frankford
The Frankford Historical Society, 1507 Orthodox St., will host an indoor flea market on Saturday, May 20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Spaces are available for $15.
The day will include food, live music and bake and plant sales. Call 215–817–4106 or email [email protected] ••
Art, music Saturday in Fox Chase
The Rockledge/Fox Chase Business Association will sponsor Art in the Park on Saturday, May 20, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Lions Park 7976 Oxford Ave.
The afternoon will include live music, artwork, vendors and food. The rain date is Sunday.
To set up a table, call Theresa Guldin at 215–722–4566. For more information, visit rfcba.org or the business group’s Facebook page. ••
Looking for pictures from the Vet
Tacony’s Lou and Lynn Iatarola are planning a book on Veterans Stadium, and are asking the public to submit photos.
The Iatarolas are looking for images related to sporting events, concerts and special events held at the Vet as well as demolition photos and images of the stadium area before and during construction.
Images and stories associated with the images can be emailed to [email protected] ••
Animal fundraiser in Bensalem
World of Animals will present a Sunday Funday on Sunday, June 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Polanka Park, 3258 Knights Road in Bensalem.
Admission is free. There will be music, food, demonstrations, vendors, crafts and adoptable pets. Proceeds will benefit the Red Paw Emergency Relief Team.
For more information, call 215–947–5110, email [email protected] or visit the Sunday Funday to benefit Red Paw page on Facebook. ••
Tea party at Protestant Home
The Philadelphia Protestant Home Auxiliary will hold its annual Victorian Tea Party on Sunday, June 11, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the social hall, 6500 Tabor Ave.
Tea sandwiches and delectables will be served. The afternoon will include music and door prizes.
Women are encouraged to wear their finest bonnet.
Tickets are $15 in advance and are available in the PPH business office on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to noon. ••
Local Memorial Day events planned
American Legion Post 810, 9151 Old Newtown Road in Bustleton, is asking for volunteers to place flags at cemeteries on Saturday, May 20.
Volunteers will meet at 8 a.m.
On Saturday, May 27, there will be a Memorial Day event at Delaware Valley Veterans Nursing Home, Southampton Road and Roosevelt Boulevard. The event will start at 10 a.m. and include military music and a barbecue.
On Monday, May 29, there will be a military ceremony and picnic at noon at the Legion post.
Post 810 members encourage the public to fly the American flag. Call 215–969–9437. ••
Local students to be honored
Archbishop Charles J. Chaput will be the main celebrant during a Liturgy of the Word preceding the 38th Annual Academic Honors Convocation at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, 18th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, on Thursday, May 18, at 6:15 p.m.
This event will honor graduating seniors from 33 archdiocesan and private Catholic high schools for their academic excellence.
The students, who are ranked in the top 3 percent of their senior class, will be honored for their academic success and dedication to their studies. This year, 155 students are included in the elite group.
The ceremony will be streamed on Facebook Live via the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Schools Facebook page.
Local honorees will be:
• Archbishop Ryan: Sammantha Chiu, Jack G. Sliwa, Karen Herrera, Jacqueline J. Burke, Cara F. DiMarcantonio, Sean G. Zarzatian, Katie Rose Hancin, Madison Morales, Mary Grace Berchick and Myrani Figueroa.
• Father Judge: John R. Carley, Connor W. McQuillan, Brendan M. Mallon, Brian J. Giampietro, Andrew G. Hearn, Adam R. Nork and Dylan A. Ulshafer.
• Little Flower: Erin Collins, Thao P. Nguyen, Laura S. Porretta and Julianna N. Vivino.
• Nazareth Academy: Veronica J. Bloom, Sofia H. Capece and Rebecca J. Masgai.
• Saint Hubert: Delaney M. Donaghy, Kaylee M. Krapp, Megan M. Lodes, Katie N. Ortiz and Franchesca M. Torres. ••
Theatre Company announces latest show
Philadelphia Theatre Company will close its season from May 17 through June 4 with a production of The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey at Suzanne Roberts Theatre, Broad and Lombard streets. The show is written and performed by James Lecesne and directed by Tony Speciale with original music by Duncan Sheik.
Tickets start at $15. Call 215–985–0420 or visit PhiladelphiaTheatreCompany.org ••
St. Joseph’s Prep presents ‘Music Man’
The St. Joseph’s Prep Cape and Sword Drama Society will present The Music Man from May 17–21.
Tickets cost $15. Prep is located at 1733 W. Girard Ave.
For show times and more information, go to sjprep.org/page.cfm?p=1240 ••
Festival this week at Shaare Shamayim
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road, will host an arts, music and dance festival from May 17–21.
There will be lectures, demonstrations and painting with artist Mordechai Rosenstein and Israeli folk dancing with Rak-Dan (Don Schillinger).
The festival will close with Neil Berg’s Pianomen, a musical tribute to Billy Joel, Elton John and Broadway.
For more information, call 215–677–1600 or visit shaareshamayim.org ••
Boyle to host senior expo, shredding event
State Rep. Kevin Boyle will host a senior lunch and expo on Thursday, May 18, at Fox Chase Recreation Center, 7901 Ridgeway St., followed by a free shredding event on Saturday, May 20, at his district office, 7801 Hasbrook Ave.
The senior expo will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Parking will be available at Fox Chase School via the Rhawn Street entrance. There will be entertainment, giveaways, SEPTA Key Card applications and information about state and local programs that may benefit seniors. Admission is free but RSVPs are required via 215–695–1016.
The shredding event is free from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Document shredding helps people protect themselves from identity theft. Each person may bring up to four plastic shopping bags of paper documents for shredding. Call 215–695–1016 for information. ••
Lunch with Heroes event is Saturday
Mission BBQ, at 11000 Roosevelt Blvd., will conclude its Armed Forces Week on Saturday, May 20, with Lunch With the Heroes from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All active-duty military and veterans are welcome to enjoy a free sandwich while enjoying a live rendition of the national anthem at noon.
Armed Forces Day will culminate a week of commemorations at the restaurant, which was scheduled to honor members of the U.S. Army on Monday, U.S. Marine Corps on Tuesday, U.S. Navy on Wednesday, U.S. Air Force on Thursday and U.S. Coast Guard on Friday.
Military recruiters, Warriors Watch and other military groups have been taking part in family-friendly activities at the restaurant all week. ••
Fur Follies event benefits animal rescues
Showtime Charities will present Fur Follies on Saturday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Katie O’Donnell’s, 4501 Woodhaven Road.
Proceeds will benefit local animal rescues and shelters. The day will include face painters; a magician; more than 40 vendors, crafters and flea marketers; raffles; a pet massage therapist; moonbounce; karaoke; live music by Aurora Borealis and Band Love; a K-9 unit; and adoptable cats and dogs. Pets are welcome if they are on a leash. Call 732–773–2313. ••
Homebuying seminar at NE Regional Library
Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave., will host a homebuying seminar on Wednesday, May 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Participants will learn about buying a home, price negotiation and financing. The Philadelphia Federal Credit Union will present the free seminar.
To register, call 215–934–3580. ••
Brightwood Institute to host Career Fair
Brightwood Career Institute, 177 Franklin Mills Blvd., will host a career fair on Thursday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Attendees will explore the following programs: computer networking technology, electrical technician, medical assistant, medical billing and coding, pharmacy technician and respiratory care.
The day will include refreshments and giveaways.
Call 215–612–6600 or visit brightwodcareer.edu/philadelphia-mills-pa ••
Nazareth Hospital offering health screenings
Nazareth Hospital, 2601 Holme Ave., will celebrate women’s health through Sunday, May 21, with a week of education, screenings and giveaways.
The public is invited for health screenings, presentations and the chance to ask experts in the main lobby each day from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.
Nazareth will also support the Ladies of Port Richmond’s annual breast cancer walk on Sunday.
For more information, call 215–335–6267. ••
Local students win ‘There Ought to Be a Law Contest’
State Rep. Martina White (R-170th dist.) announced the winners of her “There Ought to Be a Law Contest” for elementary school students.
“This is a great program that gives students the opportunity to share what they think are important measures that need to be passed into law,” White said. “It is exciting to learn about what they see as important issues, and I was impressed with the amount of thought and talent that went into their projects.”
Judges for the contest were Common Pleas Court Judge Vincent Furlong; Joseph Staszak, community relations officer in the 7th Police District; and Lyn Truszkowski, community liaison for Friends Hospital.
Winners of the contest were:
• Fourth Grade: Nicholas Shoemaker, St. Anselm:
Law requiring a background check to buy a pet.
• Fourth Grade: Jayden Davidson, Loesche Elementary:
Law against bullying.
• Fourth Grade: Fiona Kwok, St. Christopher:
Law placing police officers outside to ticket parents letting their kids not wear seatbelts.
• Fifth Grade: Lauren Ciseck, Calvary Christian Academy:
Law making it more affordable to adopt children from foreign countries.
• Fifth Grade: Grace Reteneller, St. Christopher:
Law making 13 years old the age to sit in the front seat of a vehicle.
• Fifth Grade: Mariam Gogliashuili, Loesche Elementary:
Law banning inappropriate websites.
• Fifth Grade: Nilo Morocho, Stephen Decatur:
Law to ban all drugs.
Each of the winners is invited to the Capitol to have lunch with White. ••
Ask questions on women’s health
Nazareth Hospital, 2601 Holme Ave., will host a Dine with the Docs question-and-answer session on Wednesday, May 17, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria.
Dr. Karen Kish, a breast surgeon, will explain women’s health best practices, including breast self-exams and when to get a mammogram.
The session will include dinner for all participants.
To register or for more information, call 215–335–6267. ••
Free shredding event is May 20
State Rep. Mike Driscoll (D-173rd dist.) will sponsor a free shredding event for residents from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 20, at the Linden Avenue Boat Launch, at Linden Avenue and the Delaware River.
Unwanted items that should be shredded include credit card statements, credit card applications, bank statements, canceled checks, income tax information, insurance records and retirement or pension fund information. Documents will be shredded on site, and all material collected will be recycled.
Residents are also encouraged to bring old televisions, computer monitors or other electronic equipment to be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner.
More information is available by calling Driscoll’s office at 215–281–3414 or emailing [email protected] ••
Designer Bag Bingo fundraiser on May 19
St. Leo Council Knights of Columbus will hold a Designer Bag Bingo fundraiser on Friday, May 19, from 7 to 11 p.m. at St. Dominic’s Marian Hall, 8532 Frankford Ave.
The cost is $30, which includes drinks and dessert.
Proceeds will go to the St. Leo KOC’s food basket program. For tickets and information, call Nick (267–315–2096), Bud (484–889–2347) or Jeff (267–718–4247). ••
St. Hubert to host special Mass, open house
St. Hubert High School, Torresdale and Cottman avenues, will close its 75th anniversary celebration on Sunday, May 21, when alumnae, staff and friends are invited to Mass and an open house.
The celebrant for the 11 a.m. Mass will be Monsignor Philip Cribben, the popular former principal from the 1970s and the last priest to serve as principal.
The open house will run from noon to 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served, and the bookstore will be open with new gear. Also available for purchase is a 176-page book, created by members of the school’s National Honor Society, that chronicles the last 75 years.
As part of the day, school president Lizanne Pando will hold a reception in the convent courtyard, where she’ll outline plans for the 2017–18 school year.
For more information, call 215–624–6840 or visit huberts.org/celebration ••
