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Thursday, Dec. 14
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]
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.
Chanukah Candle Lighting 11:45 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Prayers and holiday songs. Continues Dec. 15 and 18–19. 215–698–7300.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Range of Motion Exercise KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215–745–3127.
Santa Claus Visit Torresdale Playground, 9550 Frankford Ave. 6 p.m. Holiday crafts, coloring, light refreshments, storybook reading. 215–685–9392.
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. 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 [email protected]
MEETINGS
Alanon St. John Lutheran Church, 3101 Tyson Ave. 1 to 2 p.m.
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.
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. 15
EVENTS
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 [email protected]
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 [email protected]
Line Dancing with Rocky & Marie Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. 9:30 to 11 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Movie Cione Recreation Center, 2600 Aramingo Ave. It’s a Wonderful Life. Sponsored by Olde Richmond Civic Association. 7–10 p.m.
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. 16. 215–683–1975.
Non-Denominational Inspirational Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9 to 10 a.m. 215–685–0576.
Oneg Shabbat: Chanukah 12:45 p.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Rabbi Berliner reflects on the holiday. 215–698–7300.
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.
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
Breastfeeding Support Group Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Light refreshments. Every third Friday. Sponsored by Maternity Care Coalition. 215–850–6855.
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. 16
EVENTS
Amici Opera Company 4 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.
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.
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.
Clothing Drive Sponsored by Cub Scout Pack 385. Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, 10910 Calera Road. 9 a.m. to noon. Also collecting linens, shoes, accessories and stuffed animals. Donations also accepted Friday, Dec. 15, from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Community Christmas Philadelphia Insectarium & Butterfly Pavilion, 8046 Frankford Ave. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cookie decorating, do-it-yourself ornament making, pictures with Santa. Free with regular admission. 215–335–9500 or phillybutterflypavilion.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.
Holiday Event Tacony LAB, 6918 Torresdale Ave. Noon to 5 p.m. Free pictures and family portraits with Santa Claus until 2 p.m. Holiday crafts and light refreshments. Christmas carols from 2 to 4 p.m. [email protected]
Kids Day Out 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Holmesburg Baptist Church, 7927 Frankford Ave. For kids 4–11. Games, crafts, a movie, snacks and lunch will be provided. $20 per child, $45 for families of three or more children. Half-day rates available. 215–338–1775.
Live Nativity Lambie Funeral Home, 8000 Rowland Ave. (at Rhawn Street). 4 to 6 p.m. Live animals and performances by the choirs at Holmesburg Christian Academy and New Foundations Charter School. Collections will be taken for the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots and nonperishable food for St. John’s Lutheran Church’s Feast of Justice.
Minecraft Club Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. For kids 8–12. 2 p.m. 215–685–1473.
Open House Shabbat Temple Beth Ami, 9201 Old Bustleton Ave. 9 a.m. 215–673–2511 or [email protected]
Peace in the Womb Sponsored by Pro-Life Action League. Public invited to sing Christmas carols outside the Planned Parenthood Health Center, 2751 Comly Road (near Roosevelt Boulevard). 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
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.
Recycling Friends of Pennypack Park at Lincoln High School, Ryan and Rowland, every third Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon., rain or shine. Visit friendsofpennypackpark.org or call 215–934-PARK for list of accepted items and info.
Tot Shabbat Service Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. 6:30 p.m. Crafts, songs and activities. Free dinner. 215–677–1600.
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.
To Live Again For widows and widowers. 1:30 p.m. Langhorne United Methodist Church, 301 E. Maple Ave., Langhorne. Meets third Saturday of the month. 267–343–3273.
Sunday, Dec. 17
EVENTS
Amici Opera Company 3 p.m. Puccini’s La Boheme. United Methodist Church of the Redeemer, 1128 Cottman Ave. (at Lawndale Avenue). $20. 215–224–0257.
Chanukah Party Temple Beth Ami, 9201 Old Bustleton Ave. 11 a.m. Games, music, food. $12. Kids under 13 free. 215–673–2511 or [email protected]
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.
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.
Live Nativity United Methodist Church of the Good Shepherd, 10901 Calera Road. 6 to 8 p.m. Animals, a reading of the Christmas story and hot chocolate. 215–632–1929.
Polar Express Party Reading of The Polar Express, Christmas carol singalong, photos with Santa, light refreshments. Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. 2 p.m. 215–685–0509.
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. Closed Dec. 24 and 31. 215–969–3645.
Yoga Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. 7 p.m. 267–475–7005.
MEETINGS
Jewish War Veterans Post 98 10 a.m. Tiffany Diner, 9010 Roosevelt Blvd. New members invited. Meets third Sunday of the month. 215–742–1420.
Monday, Dec. 18
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 [email protected]
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.
Coffee & Conversations: Memory 9:30 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Miranda Coyne will offer memory tips. 215–698–7300.
Chanukah Candle Lighting 11:45 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Prayers, holiday songs by preschoolers. Continues Dec. 19. 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.
Jewish Life: Chanukah 10:40 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 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.
Sensory Storytime at the Library Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. 6:30 p.m. Reservation: 215–685–0494.
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.
Storytime with Mr. Paul 12:30 p.m. Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Children’s librarian Mr. Paul will read Bear Stays Up For Christmas, by Karma Wilson, and The Little Drummer Boy, by Ezra Jack Keats. For preschool-age children. 215–685–8756.
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.
Supportive Older Women’s Network (S.O.W.N.) Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9:30 a.m.
Take Back Your Neighborhood Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. 7 p.m. 215–813–9806.
Tuesday, Dec. 19
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 [email protected]
Blue Christmas Service Immanuel Lutheran Church, 14100 Worthington Road, 2 p.m. To give hope and encouragement to those having a difficult Christmas season. Prayers, scripture, music and light refreshments. 215–464–1540 or visit immanuelphilly.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.
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. 6–7 p.m. Continues Jan. 23 and Feb. 27. Also, 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 [email protected]
Lunch & Bingo KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. Lunch 11:30 a.m., bingo 1 p.m.
Philadelphia Library Book Club 12:45 p.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Lisa Jane Erwin will lead a discussion of Sweet Salt Air by Barbara Delinsky. 215–698–7300.
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
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. 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 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 [email protected]
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. [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.
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.
Arbours at Eagle Pointe Community Association Meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Community Clubhouse, 2601 Veronica Drive.
John Birch Society Holmesburg Recreation Center, Rhawn and Ditman streets. 7 to 9 p.m. Video: The Constitution is the Solution. Refreshments. Future meetings on Jan. 16 and Feb. 20.
Knitters Group Every third Tuesday of the month through June 19. Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. 1 to 2 p.m. Led by Pitsi Linitsky. Light refreshments. Co-sponsored by Northeast NORC. 215–677–1600 or 215–320–0351.
Lawncrest Community Association St. William social hall, Argyle and Robbins streets. 7 p.m. 215–342–5642.
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.
Northwood Civic Association Simpson Recreation Center, 1010 Arrott St. 7 p.m. 215–856–3310.
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.
Wednesday, Dec. 20
EVENTS
Ab Blast SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 5:30 to 6 p.m. 215–698–3012.
Amici Opera Company 6 p.m. Dinner and Puccini’s La Boheme. Franco and Luigi’s, 1549 S. 13th St. (at Tasker Street). $20 for opera, dinner extra. 215–755–8903.
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.
Bingo 11:45 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Prizes awarded to winners. Three cards for $1. 215–698–7300.
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.
Free Photos with Santa 2 to 5 p.m. State Sen. Tina Tartaglione’s office at 4th Street and Allegheny Avenue.
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 [email protected]
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. 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.
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 Solstice Party Stories, craft, songs, light refreshments. 6:30 p.m. Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. 215–685–0509.
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
8th Police District PSA-2 7 p.m. at Christ the King School Library, 3205 Chesterfield Road. Usually on the third Wednesday of the month. Discuss police-related issues for the area between Willits Road and Red Lion Road, from Roosevelt Boulevard to the Delaware River. Future meetings on Jan. 17, Feb. 21, March 21, April 18, May 16 and June 20. 215–686–3080.
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.
Marine Corps League, All Divisions Detachment FOP Hall, 11630 Caroline Road. New members invited. Meets third Wednesday of the month. 7:30 p.m. 267–281–2228.
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 Board 5:30 p.m. 4621 Castor Ave. Future meetings on Jan. 17, Feb. 21, March 21, April 18, May 16 and June 20.
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. 21
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 [email protected]
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. [email protected]
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.
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.
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300.
Rosalie’s Review & Lunch 11:45 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Discussion of various topics and issues that surround being Jewish. Lunch. Free. 215–698–7300.
Teen Third Thursdays Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. 4:30 p.m. 215–685–1473.
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. 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 [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.
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.
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.
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.
