Thursday, Dec. 7
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 rthompson@chs-adphila.org
Cardio Kickboxing with Sheryl SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 7:15 p.m. $5. 215–613–1070.
Ceramics Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. 6 to 9 p.m. $8 a class. 215–685–8753.
Christmas Tree Lighting Holmesburg Recreation Center, Rhawn and Ditman streets. 6 p.m. Pictures with Santa Claus, face painting, balloon magician and refreshments.
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.
Enhance Fitness Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 8 to 9 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Exercise Class with Linda Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9:30 a.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.
Healing Exercise KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
Hola Current Events in Spanish Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Holiday Vendor Fair 6:30 to 9 p.m. St. Hubert High School, 7320 Torresdale Ave. Trisha: 267–333–2034 or TLkinney1@gmail.com
Karaoke Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Kids Shotokan Karate SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 7:15 p.m. 215–613–1070.
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.
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. 215–518–9319.
Range of Motion Exercise KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215–745–3127.
Shotokan Karate SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 8 p.m. $5. 215–613–1070.
SilverSneakers Classic SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 9 a.m. $3. 215–613–1070.
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.
SilverSneakers Yoga KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10:40 a.m. Instructor Donna Price. $5. 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.
World Events with Lenore 12:45 p.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 215–698–7300.
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 Fitness Class 6:30 p.m. Tina’s Center Stage of Dance, 3401 Friendship St. First class for free. $5 for returning students. Continues Dec. 14 and 21. 267–228–1827 or hannaht.zumba.com
Zumba Gold for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 11 a.m. to noon. $3 per session. 215–624–5920 or rthompson@chs-adphila.org
MEETINGS
Alanon St. John Lutheran Church, 3101 Tyson Ave. 1 to 2 p.m.
Heal Your Heart From Loss 6–8 p.m. James E. Kinney Senior Center, 165 Township Road, Richboro. Hosted by Donna Glatz, widow of slain Lawncrest jeweler William Glatz. healyourheart8@gmail.com
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.
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.
Friday, Dec. 8
EVENTS
A Christmas Carol Presented by Archbishop Ryan Music Theater. 7:30 p.m. Ryan auditorium, 11201 Academy Road. $12, or $8 for seniors and kids 13 and under. 215–637–1800, Ext. 211.
Advanced Line Dancing with Cil Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 11 to 11:45 a.m. 215–685–0576.
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.
Bingo for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. $1. 215–624–5920 or rthompson@chs-adphila.org
Bingo Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Bingo Ukrainian Cathedral, 801 N. 8th St. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 7 p.m. Private parking lot on premises. 215–829–8103.
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.
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 oldies/line dance party hosted by Miss Susan’s Entertainment & Dance. Albert’s Cafe, Grant and Academy. $5 cover/cash bar. 7 to 11 p.m. Free lessons available. 215–280–9765 or misssusan@verizon.net
Line Dancing with Rocky & Marie Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. 9:30 to 11 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Musical Junior Vogue Players. Thomas Holme School, 9125 Academy Road. Fame Jr. 7 p.m. $8 in advance. At the door, $12 or $10 for seniors and kids under 12. Continues Dec. 9, 15–16. 215–683–1975.
Non-Denominational Inspirational Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9 to 10 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Scrabble Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 p.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.
SilverSneakers Classic KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 9:15 a.m. Instructor Marvin Dismuke. $5. 215–698–7300.
SilverSplash Klein Life, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free for SilverSneakers. $5 for guests. 8:45 a.m. Also Mondays and Wednesdays. 215–698–7300.
Spanish Classes Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Classes for beginners. Noon to 1 p.m. $5. 215–683–1994.
Spiritual Cinema and Discussion 7 p.m. St. Luke’s Parish Hall, 1946 Welsh Road. Featured presentation: Promised Land, starring Matt Damon as a salesman who offers residents of a rural town economic relief in exchange for drilling rights on their land. Free organic popcorn and iced tea. Goodwill offering appreciated. 215–969–3645.
Texas Hold’em Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9:30 a.m. Also Tuesdays. 215–685–0576.
Tumbling with JoJo SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 3:30 p.m. www.tumblingwithjojo.com
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
Zumba Gold KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. With Corrine Reynolds. Free for Silver & Fit. Fee for guests. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
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. 9
EVENTS
A Christmas Carol Presented by Archbishop Ryan Music Theater. 7:30 p.m. Ryan auditorium, 11201 Academy Road. $12, or $8 for seniors and kids 13 and under. 215–637–1800, Ext. 211.
Amici Opera Company 4 p.m. Massenet’s Manon. United Methodist Church of the Redeemer, 1128 Cottman Ave. (at Lawndale Avenue). $20. 215–224–0257.
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.
Breakfast with Santa Sponsored by St. Hubert Alumnae Association. 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. School cafeteria, Torresdale and Cottman avenues. $15 for adults, $12 for children, free for ages 2 and younger. Full breakfast, activities and a visit by Santa Claus. SHAABreakfastWithSanta@gmail.com
Broadway for Bernadette 7 to 11 p.m. Resurrection School hall, 2020 Shelmire Ave. Benefits Bernadette Galanti, a Resurrection teacher and cantor at St. Bartholomew and Mater Dolorosa who is facing health issues. $30 Includes dinner, beer, soda, water and music. Bring your own wine. Open to people 21 and older. 50/50 and raffle basket drawings. 215–939–6137 or wfeltwell@resurrectschool.org
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.
Cardio Kettlebell with Jackie Moon SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 9 a.m. 215–613–1070.
Chelten Hills Model Railroad Club Open House. 8000 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Noon to 4 p.m. Continues Dec. 10. 215–635–9747 or www.cheltenhillsmrr.org
Christmas Bazaar St. Michael’s Church, Trenton Avenue and Cumberland Street. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Baked goods, homemade food, lunch specials, desserts, Santa’s workshop, a tombola table, raffles and pictures with Santa Claus. Visitors are asked to bring a canned good to support St. Michael’s food pantry. 215–423–0792.
Christmas Luncheon Sponsored by Little Flower High School Alumnae Association. 12:30 p.m. Brookside Manor, 50 Bustleton Pike, Feasterville. $35. Grandmomqueenie@aol.com
Christmas at the Mansion Glen Foerd on the Delaware, 500 Grant Ave. Musical performance co-sponsored by Settlement Music School and Nazareth Academy Grade School. 1–6 p.m. Holiday crafts, pictures with Santa Claus. $8. Kids 2 and under free. 215–632–5330 or www.glenfoerd.org
Christmas Tree Craft (LEAP Program) 2 p.m. Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. School-age children can make their own Christmas tree. 215–685–8756.
Craft Show Loudenslager American Legion Post, 7976 Oxford Ave. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 856–278–5802 or carrierysak@yahoo.com
Crafty Kids Ryerss Mansion & Library, 7370 Central Ave., 215–685–0599. Meets second Saturday of the month. Free but donations are welcome.
Dinner with Santa St. Petri-Hope Lutheran Church, 6816 Jackson St. 4 to 7 p.m. Spaghetti and meatballs, salad, bread, dessert, hot and cold beverages, crafts, visit with Santa Claus. Tickets $7, or $4 for kids under 10. 215–333–4103.
Esther House Women’s Ministry R.A.W. Kingdom, 3514 Ryan Ave. Every second Saturday of the month at 5:30 p.m. 215–333–2563 or RAW_Kingdom@yahoo.com
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.
Indoor Antique & Vintage Market Kaiserman Jewish Community Center, 45 Haverford Ave., Wynnewood, Produced by Phila Flea Markets. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 215–625-FLEA (3532) or www.PhilaFleaMarkets.org
Open House Shabbat Temple Beth Ami, 9201 Old Bustleton Ave. 9 a.m. Continues Dec. 16. 215–673–2511 or templebethami2@gmail.com
Park Cleanup Sponsored by Friends of Poquessing Watershed. Volunteers needed. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mechanicsville and Dunks Ferry roads (Potter’s Field). Community service hours available. Under 18 needs parent or guardian.
Pilates with Wendy SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 10 a.m. 215–613–1070 or www.nccfun.org
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.
Tumbling Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Tumbling for kids ages 4 to 14. 10 a.m. 215–685–8734.
MEETINGS
Singles 55+ Breakfast Call for location. 10:30 a.m. 215–695–0510.
Sunday, Dec. 10
EVENTS
A Christmas Carol Presented by Archbishop Ryan Music Theater. 1 p.m. Ryan auditorium, 11201 Academy Road. $12, or $8 for seniors and kids 13 and under. 215–637–1800, Ext. 211.
Amici Opera Company 3 p.m. Robert Planquette’s Les Cloches De Corneville. United Methodist Church of the Redeemer, 1128 Cottman Ave. (at Lawndale Avenue). $20. 215–224–0257.
Beef and Beer 4 to 8 p.m. Knights of Columbus hall, 3300 Knorr St. Viewing of Eagles vs. Rams game. $15. 215–416–5898.
Christmas Party Sponsored by Christine’s Creations Unisex Salon. 2 p.m. Knights of Columbus, 3300 Knorr St. Santa Claus, toys, food, treats, music and activities. 267–333–9845.
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.
Concert John Primerano sings with a holiday flair. Tiffany Diner banquet room, 9010 Roosevelt Blvd. Dinner 5 p.m., show to follow. $35, which includes tax and tip. Tickets or info: 215–677–1843 or jprimsongs@aol.com
Dance Classes Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Ballet, acrobatics, tap. 1:30 to 3 p.m. 267–475–7005.
Kid’s Club St. Petri-Hope Church 6816 Jackson St. Kids from kindergarten through sixth grade are welcome. Hear stories of our faith, make crafts, and learn how to play handbells. 4 to 5 p.m. 215–333–4103.
Pet Photos with Santa Claus World of Animals Mayfair, 6503 Frankford Ave. Free. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215–624–8433.
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.
Monday, Dec. 11
EVENTS
Ab Blast SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. There is a $5 per class drop-in fee. 5:30 p.m. 215–613–1070 or www.nccfun.org
Are You Saved? Studying Biblical salvation at a location in the Northeast. 7:30 p.m. Call for appointments. 215–941–4710.
Beginner’s Line Dance with Carole Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30. 215–685–0576.
Bingo Ukrainian Cathedral, 801 N. 8th St. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 7 p.m. Private parking lot on premises. 215–829–8103.
Bingo Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Bingo for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. $1. 215–624–5920 or rthompson@chs-adphila.org
Boy Scouts of America Troop 367 St Christopher’s Trainer Hall, 13301 Proctor Road. Mondays. 7:30 p.m.
Bridge Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 1 to 3 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Cardio Kickboxing SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 6 p.m. $5. 215–613–1070.
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 material. 215–685–9395.
Christmas Talent Showcase Tacony Mayfair Sons of Italy, 4741 Friendship St. 7 p.m. Free. 215–335–3232.
Coffee & Conversations: Miracles, Solstice & Natural Delights of Chanukah 9:30 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 215–698–7300.
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.
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.
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Power Yoga with Dana SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 6:15 p.m. $5 drop-in. 215–698–3012.
Scrabble KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
SilverSneakers Boom Muscle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 1:10 p.m. Instructor Marvin Dismuke. $5. 215–6908–7300.
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.
SilverSneakers Classic KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10:40 a.m. Instructor Marvin Dismuke. $5. 215–698–7300.
SilverSplash KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 8:45 and 9:45 a.m. No swimming ability required. $5. 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.
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 SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. $5 drop-in fee. 7:15 p.m. 215–698–3012 or www.nccfun.org
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.
East Torresdale Civic Association, Liberty Evangelical Free Church, Linden Avenue and Milnor Street, 7 p.m. Meets second Monday of the month. Easttorresdalecivic.com
Supportive Older Women’s Network (S.O.W.N.) Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 12
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.
Afternoon Dance Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Various entertainment. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Bingo for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. $1. 215–624–5920 or rthompson@chs-adphila.org
Ceramics Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. $2. 10 to 11:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Ceramic Classes Disston Recreation Center, 4423 Longshore Ave. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 7 to 9 p.m. 215–685–8750.
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.
Chanukah Candle Lighting 11:45 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Prayers and holiday songs. Continues Dec. 13–15 and 18–19. 215–698–7300.
Computer Assistance Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. 1 p.m. One-on-one sessions available by appointment. 215–831–2926.
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.
Enhance Fitness Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Exercise Class with Betty Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. 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.
Joint Replacement Surgery Seminar Jeanes Hospital, 7600 Central Ave. 11 a.m. to noon. Continues Dec. 19, Jan. 23 and Feb. 27 from 6 to 7 p.m. and Jan. 9 and Feb. 13 from 11 a.m. to noon. Pre-register: 215–728–3944.
Kids Tumbling SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. Ages 3–6. 215–698–3012.
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
Lunch & Bingo KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. Lunch 11:30 a.m., bingo 1 p.m.
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Preschool Storytime Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. For kids ages 2–5. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0494.
Sculpt & Tone with Wendy SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 6 p.m. $5 per class drop-in fee. 215–698–3012.
SilverSneakers Circuit SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 9 a.m. $3 drop-in fee. 215–613–1070.
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.
Storytime Barnes & Noble children’s department, Neshaminy Mall. 11 a.m. Coloring and activities follow. Tuesdays. 215–364–4235.
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 rthompson@chs-adphila.org
Tap Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. $2. 9 a.m. 215–685–0576.
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. 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 SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 7:15 p.m. 215–698–3012 or www.nccfun.org
Zumba Gold KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free for Athletic, SilverSneakers and Silver & Fit members. $5. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.
MEETINGS
Al-Anon Meeting St. John’s Lutheran Church, Hawthorne Street and Tyson Avenue. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Grief Support Session Nazareth Hospital first floor administrative conference room, 2601 Holme Ave. For anyone who is dealing with any form of loss. 1–2 p.m. Second Tuesday of the month. Register: 215–335–7797.
Historical Society of Frankford 1507 Orthodox St. Jim Young will speak on Kitty Foyle: The Book and the Academy Award-Winning Movie About a Girl From Frankford and present artifacts. 7:30 p.m. Free. Donations accepted. Guests welcome to bring sandwiches or desserts to share. 215–743–6030 or frankfordhistoricalsociety.org
Holmesburg Civic Association Holiday Party 7:15 p.m. Holmesburg Recreation Center, Rhawn and Ditman streets. Appearance by Insectarium & Butterfly Pavilion. Snacks and beverages from Al’s Corner Deli and Sweet Rainforest. 215–332–6781.
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.
Somerton Civic Association Walker Lodge 306, 1290 Southampton Road. Meets second Tuesday of the month, except July and August. 7 p.m. somertoncivic.com
Women’s Empowerment Group The Share Center, 7137 Torresdale Ave. 7 p.m. 856–308–5650.
Wednesday, Dec. 13
EVENTS
Ab Blast SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 5:30 to 6 p.m. 215–698–3012.
Afternoon Delight: The Crown 12:45 p.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Follows the political rivalries and romance of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign and the events that shaped the second half of the 20th century. 215–698–7300.
Art Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Painting. 1 to 4 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Bingo Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Boot Camp with John SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 7:15 p.m. $5 per class drop-in fee. 215–613–1070.
Bridge Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. For beginners and advanced. 9 to 11 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Cardio Kettlebell with Dottie O SPIN Community & Fitness, 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.
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.
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.
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.
Film A Tale of Love and Darkness, starring Natalie Portman. Keneseth Israel Synagogue, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park. 1:30 p.m. Pre- and post-film discussion led by Rabbi Lance J. Sussman. Free and open to the community. 215–887–8700.
Hanukkah Celebration Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. 6 p.m. Latkes, doughnuts, applesauce, candle lighting and entertainment by Ice Creations. Free.
Journey’s Way 10:40 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. For recently retired baby boomers or those thinking of retiring. 215–698–7300.
Kids Fit Mix with Tyler SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 6:45 p.m. 215–698–3012 or www.nccfun.org
Kim Reddin Yiddish KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Conversational and informal group celebrating Yiddish in song and speech. 10:40 a.m. 215–698–7300.
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.
Line Dancing Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 p.m. 215–685–0576.
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.
Music Instruction Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 1:30 to 3 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Music Therapy Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:45 to 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.
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.
SilverSneakers Circuit KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10:30 a.m. Instructor Marvin Dismuke. $5. 215–698–7300.
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. Register: 215.335.7727.
Tai Chi St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. 10 a.m. For age 50 or older. 215–426–9799.
Tai Chi Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. $2. 215–685–0576.
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.
Winter Wonderland 6 p.m. Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. Holiday songs led by Jessica Carroll, followed by a visit from Santa Claus. Light refreshments. Sponsored by Friends of Torresdale Library. 215–685–0494.
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
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.
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.
Yiddish Culture Club Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Thursday, Dec. 14
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
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 for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. $1. 215–624–5920 or rthompson@chs-adphila.org
Computer Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 2 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. 215–685–0576.
Girl Scouts Immanuel Lutheran School, 1015 Cottman Ave. For girls in grades one to 12. 7 p.m. aslla@aol.com
Hanukkah Celebration For school-age children. Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Learn about the Festival of Lights. Stories, activities, Hanukkah treat. 4 p.m. 215–685–0509.
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.
Nutritious & Delicious 11:45 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Nurse practitioner Radmila Gaisinsky will lead a learning session about health concerns. 215–698–7300.
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
World Events with Lenore 12:45 p.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 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 Fitness Class 6:30 p.m. Tina’s Center Stage of Dance, 3401 Friendship St. First class for free. $5 for returning students. Continues Dec. 21. 267–228–1827 or hannaht.zumba.com
Zumba Gold for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 11 a.m. to noon. $3 per session. 215–624–5920 or rthompson@chs-adphila.org
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.
Burholme Community Town Watch and Civic Association 7 p.m. Wesley Enhanced Living, 7040 Oxford Ave. 215–722–4901.
Grief Support Group Sponsored by nonprofit Liberty Hospice. Meets second Thursday of the month at Bethesda Presbyterian Church, 808 Red Lion Road. 2 to 3:30 p.m. 215–603–4642.
St. Cecilia Seniors 535 Rhawn St. New members always welcomed. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215–742–5018.
VENDOR ALERTS
Holiday Vendor Fair Thursday, Dec. 7. 6:30 to 9 p.m. St. Hubert High School, 7320 Torresdale Ave. Trisha: 267–333–2034 or TLkinney1@gmail.com
