Please remember to submit calendar listings at least two weeks prior to the date of the event.
Thursday, Nov. 30
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
Arts & Crafts Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9 to 11 a.m. $2. 215–685–0576.
Bingo for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. $1. 215–624–5920 or [email protected]
Ceramics Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. 6 to 9 p.m. $8 a class. 215–685–8753.
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.
Drama Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Fresh For All Salvation Army, 5830 Rising Sun Ave. Fruit and vegetable distribution. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215–220–1920.
Knitting Club Mitchell Playground, 3700 Whitehall Lane. 6–8 p.m. $5. 215–685–9394.
Lunch and Entertainment KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. Noon to 2 p.m. 215–745–3127.
SilverSneakers Classic KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. With Herb Caplan. There is a fee for guests. 9:15 and 11:45 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Single Seniors 65-plus invited to a fun happy hour from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Call for location. 215–380–9144.
Tap Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10 to 11 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Voices in Harmony Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Wii Bowling Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. 12:30 p.m. 215–831–2926.
Yoga Picariello Recreation Center, 10811 Calera Road. All levels. 7 to 8 p.m. Instructor Pat Khan. 267–738–8393.
Yoga with Gina SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 6:15 p.m. 215–613–1070.
Zumba with Denise SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. $5 drop-in fee. 6:15 p.m. 215–698–3012.
Zumba Gold for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 11 a.m. to noon. $3 per session. 215–624–5920 or [email protected]
MEETINGS
Alanon St. John Lutheran Church, 3101 Tyson Ave. 1 to 2 p.m.
Book Discussion Group Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. Noon. Beneath a Scarlet Sky, by Mark Sullivan. Light refreshments. $2.
Journey’s Way Support Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Nar-Anon Northeast Philadelphia Livengrin Foundation, 9140 Academy Road. For anyone affected by someone’s drug addiction. 7:15 to 8:45 p.m.
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. 1
EVENTS
American Red Cross Blood Donations Aria Health Torresdale Campus, 10800 Knights Road. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1–800-RED CROSS or redcrossblood.org
Beginner Line Dancing Mayfair Recreation Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. 10 to 11 a.m. $3. 215–683–1994.
Benefit Art Showcase Art at Valley Lake Gallery, 3 Village Road, Horsham. Original artwork by local artists and crafters. Proceeds will benefit the Drueding Center, a transitional housing program for homeless women and children at 413 W. Master St. Wine and light fare reception from 4 to 9 p.m. Continues Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215–260–5631, [email protected] or www.artatvalleylakegallery.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 North Philadelphia Jet Center, 11301A Norcom Road (NE Phila. Airport). Learn aerospace, military leadership, drill and more. For boys and girls ages 12 to 19. 6:30 to 9 p.m. 267–251–3554.
Dance Classes for Children Lower Mayfair Playground, Robbins Avenue and Hawthorne Street. Jazz and hip-hop for ages 4 to 6 at 6:15 p.m. and ages 7 to 10 at 7:15 p.m. 215–685–1227.
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 Dancing with Rocky & Marie Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. 9:30 to 11 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Non-Denominational Inspirational Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9 to 10 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Senior Citizens Club Lower Mayfair Recreation Center, 3015 Robbins Ave. 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 215–685–1227.
Service Temple Menorah Keneseth Chai, 4301 Tyson Ave. 7:30 p.m. 215–624–9600.
SilverSneakers Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Muscular strength training class. 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Also Monday and Wednesday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
SilverSneakers Boom Muscle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 1:10 p.m. Instructor Marvin Dismuke. $5. 215–698–7300.
SilverSneakers Circuit SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 10 a.m. 215–698–3012.
Spanish Classes Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Classes for beginners. Noon to 1 p.m. $5. 215–683–1994.
Yoga Fox Chase Library, Rhawn and Jeanes streets. Chair yoga 10:50 to 11:50 a.m. Seniors mat yoga noon to 1 p.m. Instructor Pat Khan. 267–738–8393.
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
MEETINGS
Northeast Sunrisers Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. Country Club Diner, 1717 Cottman Ave.
St. Martin of Tours Senior Group School hall, 5701 Loretto Ave. 11 a.m. Anyone 50 or older welcome for coffee, doughnuts, bingo and pinochle.
Widow & Widower Support Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Saturday, Dec. 2
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.
Book Sale 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd. 215–685–0498.
Breakfast with Santa and Mini Fair Redemption Episcopal Church, 1101 Second Street Pike, Southampton. 8:30 to 11 a.m. Picture with Santa Claus and candy cane. Baked goods, crafts, fresh wreaths and Christmas plants available for purchase. Advance tickets $5 for kids and $6 for adults. Tickets at the door $6 for kids and $7 for adults. 215–357–7530.
Cardio Kettlebell with Jackie Moon SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 9 a.m. 215–613–1070.
Christmas Bazaar Holy Nativity Church, 205 Huntingdon Pike, Rockledge. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch with Santa, raffles, Santa secret shop, food, white elephant, baked goods, costume jewelry, crafts, pet pictures with Santa. 215–663–9903.
Gymnastics Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Suitable for ages 5 to 8. $5. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215–685–8734.
Holiday Bazaar and Craft Show Crossroads Bible Church, 855 Old Huntingdon Pike, Huntingdon Valley, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Those interested in reserving a space to sell new or used items can call 267–776–5934. A $10 donation for church youth group is appreciated.
Holiday Craft Fair Holmesburg Baptist Church, 7927 Frankford Ave. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children can visit Santa and Mrs. Claus for free picture and gift. Snack bar and bake sale. 215–698–8391.
Holiday Craft/Vendor Fair Sponsored by Franklin Towne Parent Association. Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4601 Richmond St. 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Appearance by Santa Claus. 215–289–5000, Ext. 3025 or [email protected]
Holiday Fest Brightwood Career Institute, 177 Franklin Mills Blvd. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. Family-friendly activities, photos with Santa Claus, writing thank you notes for military troops, refreshments, a tacky sweater contest, crafts, giveaways and raffles. 215–612–6600.
Lego Playtime Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. For kids ages 6 to 12. 2 p.m. 215–685–1473.
Tumbling Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Tumbling for kids ages 4 to 14. 10 a.m. 215–685–8734.
Used book sale and exchange Ryerss Museum & Library basement, 7370 Central Ave. 215–685–0599. First Saturday of every month.
Victorian Christmas Bazaar & Tea 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Ryerss Museum & Library, 7370 Central Ave. (in Burholme Park). 215–460–5062.
MEETINGS
Shawna’s House Teen Chat Room Teen mentoring network for boys and girls 13–18. Group discussions and community service projects. Northeast Regional Library meeting room, 2228 Cottman Ave. 2 to 4:30 p.m. Future meetings on Jan. 6, Feb. 3, March 3, April 7, May 5 and June 2. 267–685–6176.
Singles 55+ Breakfast Call for location. 10:30 a.m. 215–695–0510.
Sunday, Dec. 3
EVENTS
Amici Opera Company 3 p.m. Massenet’s Manon. United Methodist Church of the Redeemer, 1128 Cottman Ave. (at Lawndale Avenue). $20. 215–224–0257.
Christmas Bazaar Holy Nativity Episcopal Church, 205 Huntingdon Pike in Rockledge. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, white elephant table, baked goods, Santa Paws and lunch with Santa Claus from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215–663–9903.
Christmas Carol Singalong Fox Chase United Methodist Church, Fillmore and Loney streets. 3 p.m. 215–745–7416.
Classroom Thrift Shop Temple Menorah Keneseth Chai, 4301 Tyson Ave. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215–624–9600.
Fish Brunch Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. 10:30 a.m. In honor of past presidents of the synagogue’s combined community. $38. Reservations: 215–677–1600.
Holiday Open House Wesley Enhanced Living Burholme, 7040 Oxford Ave. 2–4 p.m. Shopping, refreshments, entertainment and photos with Santa Claus. 267–348–2871.
Mayfair Christmas Village and Tree Lighting 2 to 6 p.m. Frankford and Ryan avenues. Vendors.
Sculpt & Tone SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 10 a.m. 215–613–1070.
SilverSneakers Classic KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free for members. Guests $5. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Thrift Store — Memorial Church of St. Luke parish hall basement, 1946 Welsh Road. Every Sunday from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 215–969–3645.
Yoga Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. 7 p.m. 267–475–7005.
MEETINGS
Friendship Club 55-plus Dinner meeting. Tiffany Diner, 9010 Roosevelt Blvd. 3 p.m. 215–288–0152.
Monday, Dec. 4
EVENTS
Boy Scouts of America Troop 367 St Christopher’s Trainer Hall, 13301 Proctor Road. Mondays. 7:30 p.m.
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 material. 215–685–9395.
Current Events Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 to 11:20 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Fitness Classes True Vine Wissinoming, 4610 Devereaux Ave. 7–8 p.m. Beginner cardio kickboxing and weightlifting. $2. 215–620–9083.
Hebrew Language Classes KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Intermediate classes in Hebrew. Free. 1 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Kids Kettlebell SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. $5. 6 p.m. 215–698–3012.
Mah Jong KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Have fun with friends in this tile matching game. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Music Therapy Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. 215–685–0576.
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.
SilverSneakers Circuit KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 11:55 a.m. Instructor Marvin Dismuke. $5. 215–698–7300.
SilverSneakers Classic SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 9 a.m. $3. 215–698–3012.
Sketch Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 1 to 3 p.m. $2. 215–685–0576.
Tai Chi Lower Mayfair Recreation Center, 3015 Robbins Ave. 7:30 to 8 p.m. $5 a class. 215–685–1227.
Zumba Lower Mayfair Recreation Center, 3015 Robbins Ave. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. $5 a class. 215–685–1227.
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 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.
Fleet Reserve Association George L. Carlin Branch 1 1–2:30 p.m. U.S. Coast Guard, Sector Delaware Bay, 1 Washington Ave. Open to Navy, Marine Corps and U.S. Coast Guard active duty, retired and veterans. Meets first Monday of the month (second Monday, if first Monday a holiday). 215–535–2779 or [email protected]
Supportive Older Women’s Network (S.O.W.N.) Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9:30 a.m.
To Live Again Rhawnhurst Rhawnhurst Presbyterian Church, Loretto Avenue and Lansing Street. 1 p.m. All widows and widowers invited. Meets the first Monday of each month. 215–744–7838 or 267–722–8764.
Tuesday, Dec. 5
EVENTS
Afternoon Dance Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Various entertainment. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Bingo, Boutique Tables, Baked Ziti Dinner Sponsored by Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim. Dessert. $23. 6 p.m. Synagogue, 9768 Verree Road. Reservations: 215–677–1600.
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.
Greater Philadelphia Chorale Rehearsals St. Jerome school hall, 8100 Colfax St. All singers are invited. 7–8:30 p.m. 215–313–5363.
Kids Tumbling SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. Ages 3–6. 215–698–3012.
Preschool Storytime Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. For kids ages 2–5. 10:30 a.m. Continues Dec. 12. 215–685–0494.
Preschool Storytime with Mr. Pagán Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. 11 a.m. Preschoolers and their caregivers are welcome to listen to stories, do fingerplays and sing songs with children’s librarian Mr. Pagán. Continues Dec. 19. 215–685–1473.
Sculpt & Tone with Wendy SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 6 p.m. $5 per class drop-in fee. 215–698–3012.
SilverSneakers Yoga KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 11:45 a.m. Instructor Miriam Martinez. $5.
Sing-A-Long Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Spanish Classes Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Classes for advanced level. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. $5. 215–683–1994.
Spanish/English Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Tai Chi Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. 10 a.m. 215–683–1994
Tai Chi for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. $3 per session. Tuesdays. Rebecca Thompson: 215–624–5920 or [email protected]
Torah Portion of the Week B’nai Israel, 8201 Castor Ave. Sponsored by Jewish Community of Rhawnhurst. Tuesdays at 7 p.m. All welcome. Free pizza. Bring own beverage. Use Solly Avenue entrance. Bob Slurzberg: 215–745–8356.
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. [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.
Zumba Jardel Recreation Center, 1400 Cottman Ave. Open to the public. $5 per session. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215–685–0596.
MEETINGS
Al-Anon Meeting St. John’s Lutheran Church, Hawthorne Street and Tyson Avenue. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Arbours at Eagle Pointe Community Association Community Center, 2651 Veronica Drive. 7 p.m.
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.
N.A. Meeting for Friends and Family of Addicts Aria Torresdale, Mansion House conference room, Red Lion and Knights roads. 6:40 to 8 p.m. 215–535–2962.
Normandy Civic Association 7 p.m. SPIN Community & Fitness Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Future meetings on Feb. 1, April 3 and June 7.
Rotary Club of Frankford-Northeast Maggie’s Waterfront Cafe, 9242 N. Delaware Ave. The group meets for lunch the first and third Tuesday of the month from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. Lunch $15.
Women’s Empowerment Group The Share Center, 7137 Torresdale Ave. 7 p.m. 856–308–5650.
Yiddish Club Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. Co-sponsored by Northeast NORC. Learning and discussion group led by Jack Belitsky. 1 to 2 p.m. Light refreshments. Meets first Tuesday of the month through June 19. 215–677–1600.
Wednesday, Dec. 6
EVENTS
Block Building Parties Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. 5 p.m. Work with librarian Mr. Pagan and over 2,000 blocks, signs and figures. For kids 4 and older. 215–685–1473.
Dance and Tone Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. 6:30 p.m. $5. 215–683–1994.
Drama Class Lower Mayfair Recreation Center, 3015 Robbins Ave. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ages 8 to 14. Call to register. 215–685–1227.
Mah Jongg Rosemary Montagno Senior Center, 12601 Townsend Road. 10 a.m. 215–673–7734.
Music Therapy Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:45 to 1:30 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Pinochle Rosemary Montagno Senior Center, 12601 Townsend Road. 10 a.m. 215–673–7734.
Santa Claus Visit Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. 5 to 7:30 p.m. Cookies, candy canes and crafts. Sponsored by Friends of Holmesburg Library. 215–685–8756.
Scrabble KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Second-Hand Shop Ann’s Attic, Holmesburg United Methodist Church, 8118 Frankford Ave. 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Proceeds benefit the church’s daily meal program and weekly food cupboard.
Seni-ors Singles Dance/Live Music Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Open to ages 50-plus. Admission is $12. Parking behind building. Wednesdays through December. 215–834–7310.
SilverSneakers Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. 11 a.m. $3 if not a member. 215–683–1994.
SilverSneaker Yoga SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 9 a.m. 215–613–1070.
Smoking and Tobacco Cessation Classes Nazareth Hospital first-floor cancer team conference center, 2601 Holme Ave. 6–7:30 p.m. Contunues Dec. 13. Register: 215.335.7727.
Tai Chi Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. $2. 215–685–0576.
You Say You Want a Revolution Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. Discussion on rock ’n’ roll and the role Jews play in contemporary culture. Led by Rabbi Lance Sussman. 7:30 p.m. $5. Refreshments. RSVP: 215–677–1600.
Young at Heart Single Seniors. Dinner. Also breakfast on Saturdays. 215–695–0510.
Zumba Houseman Recreation Center, 5091 Summerdale Ave. (at Godfrey Avenue). 7 to 8 p.m. $5 each class. 215–685–1240.
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
Bereavement Support Group Lambie Funeral Home Inc., Rhawn Street and Rowland Avenue. No fee. Refreshments provided. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Facilitated by Deborah K. Gawthrop. Continues Feb. 7, March 7, April 4, May 2 and June 6. 215–624–8190 or [email protected]
Clutterers Anonymous 8401 Roosevelt Blvd. 7:30 p.m. 267–607–2134 or clutterersannymous.orgtimes.com
Depression Bipolar Support Group 8220 Castor Ave, fourth floor. 5:45 to 7:45 p.m. 267–343–7558.
GRASP Meeting for anyone grieving who has lost someone to drugs or alcohol disease. 7:30 to 9 p.m. Call Fran at 215–745–4591 for the location.
Nar-Anon For family and friends of addicts. Wednesdays, 8–9:30 p.m. Somerton United Methodist Church, 13073 Bustleton Ave. 855-NAR-ANON.
Northwood Academy Charter School Subcommittee 5:30 p.m. 4621 Castor Ave. Future meetings on Jan. 3, Feb. 7, March 7, April 4, May 2 and June 6.
Yiddish Culture Club Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Thursday, Dec. 7
EVENTS
American Red Cross Blood Donations Aria Health Frankford Campus, 4900 Frankford Ave. 7 a.m. to noon. 1–800-RED CROSS or redcrossblood.org
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.
Holiday Vendor Fair 6:30 to 9 p.m. St. Hubert High School, 7320 Torresdale Ave. Trisha: 267–333–2034 or [email protected]
Moving On Post Bereavement. 10:30 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 215–698–7300.
Yoga Picariello Recreation Center, 10811 Calera Road. All levels. 7 to 8 p.m. Instructor Pat Khan. 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 Gold for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 11 a.m. to noon. $3 per session. 215–624–5920 or [email protected]
MEETINGS
Alanon Paul’s Run boardroom, 9896 Bustleton Ave. 7–8 p.m.
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.
St. Cecilia Seniors 535 Rhawn St. New members always welcomed. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215–742–5018.
Seniors Young at Heart All Saints’ Church, 9601 Frankford Ave. Noon. Bingo, guest speakers. Lunch $2. Meetings on first and third Thursdays of the month.
VENDOR ALERTS
Holiday Craft/Vendor Fair Sponsored by Franklin Towne Parent Association. Saturday, Dec. 2. Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4601 Richmond St. 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Appearance by Santa Claus. Spaces with table $25, two for $40. Dee: 215–289–5000, Ext. 3025 or [email protected]
Holiday Craft Fair Saturday, Dec. 2. Holmesburg Baptist Church, 7927 Frankford Ave. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Spaces with tables $20. Children can visit Santa and Mrs. Claus for free picture and gift. Snack bar and bake sale. 215–698–8391.
Victorian Christmas Bazaar & Tea Saturday, Dec. 2. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Ryerss Museum & Library, 7370 Central Ave. (in Burholme Park). $25 per space (tables provided). 215–460–5062.
Christmas Shopping Event Wesley Enhanced Living Upper Moreland, 2815 Byberry Road, Hatboro. Sunday, Dec. 3, noon to 2 p.m. Vendor cost: Item or basket for a holiday party prize. 215–675–0103, Ext. 610 or [email protected]
Holiday Vendor Fair Thursday, Dec. 7. 6:30 to 9 p.m. St. Hubert High School, 7320 Torresdale Ave. Trisha: 267–333–2034 or [email protected] ••
