Thursday, Dec. 6
EVENTS
Afternoon Artists at the Tacony LAB Community Arts Center 2 to 4:30 p.m. Free. 6918 Torresdale Ave. Art history theme. Homeschooling families are welcome with children 6 and up. Students not being homeschooled are also welcome to attend after school lets out. [email protected] or 267-686-7420.
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.
Ballroom Dance Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. $2. 12:30 to 2:30 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]
Cardio Kickboxing with Trainer Dan SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 5 p.m. $5. 215-698-3012.
CareerLink Resume Workshops 10 a.m. to noon. Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Learn how to apply for jobs online. Continues Dec. 27. 215-685-8756.
Ceramics Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. 6 to 9 p.m. $8 a class. 215-685-8753.
Computer Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 2 to 4 p.m. 215-685-0576.
Dance Classes Torresdale Playground, 9550 Frankford Ave. Jazz, ballet and tap. 6-7 p.m. (ages 3-7), 7-8 (ages 7-13), 8-9 (teens/adults). $5 registration fee. $20 per month. 215-685-9392.
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.
Farm Stand Jeanes Hospital, 7600 Central Ave. Fruits, vegetables, cage-free brown eggs, cheeses, apple butter, pumpkin butter and raw honey. Open every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through November. 215-728-2131.
Fresh For All Salvation Army, 5830 Rising Sun Ave. Fruit and vegetable distribution. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215-220-1920.
Hola Current Events in Spanish Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. 215-685-0576.
Kids Shotokan Karate SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 7:15 p.m. $10. Ages 5-12. 215-698-3012.
Knitting Club Mitchell Playground, 3700 Whitehall Lane. 6-8 p.m. $5. 215-685-9394.
Lunch and Entertainment Sidewater House Apartments, 780 Byberry Road. Activities at 11 a.m. and 12:45 p.m., lunch at noon. $1.
Mad Scientists Club Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd. 4:30 p.m. For ages 7 and older. 215-685-0498.
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.
Preschool Science Exploration Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd. 11 a.m. For ages 2-5. 215-685-0498.
Resume Help Noon. Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. Continues Dec. 13 and 27. 215-685-1473.
St. Jerome Food Bank 2950 Holme Ave. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Appointment: 215-805-8479.
Shotokan Karate Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. 7 to 9 p.m. All ages. Also Tuesdays.
Shotokan Karate SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 8 p.m. $10. Ages 13 and older. $10. 215-698-3012.
SilverSneakers Classic SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 9-10 a.m. $3. 215-698-3012.
SilverSplash Klein Life, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free for SilverSneakers. $5 for guests. 8:45 a.m. Also Mondays and Wednesdays. 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.
Tai Chi with Marcus 8-9 a.m. $10. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
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.
Zumba with Denise SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. $5 drop-in fee. 6:15-7:15 p.m. 215-698-3012.
Zumba for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 10 to 11 a.m. $3 per session, $5 for the year. 215-624-5920 or [email protected]
MEETINGS
Alanon St. John Lutheran Church, 3101 Tyson Ave. 1 to 2 p.m.
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.
Young at Heart Seniors All Saints Church, 9601 Frankford Ave. Noon. Hot lunch $2. Meetings on first and third Thursdays of the month, September to June. 215-637-8787
Friday, Dec. 7
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 Drive 3 to 8 p.m. Bridesburg Boys and Girls Club, 2901 Bridge St. 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.
Bridge Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 3 p.m. 215-685-0576.
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.
Non-Denominational Inspirational Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9 to 10:30 a.m. 215-685-0576.
Poker Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Noon to 4 p.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. $2. 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 Cardio Circuit SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 10-11 a.m. 215-698-3012.
SilverSneakers Classic KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 9:15 a.m. Instructor Marvin Dismuke. $5. 215-698-7300.
Spanish Classes Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Classes for beginners. Noon to 1 p.m. $5. 215-683-1994.
Spinning 6-7 p.m. $10. Bring seat cover or buy one on site. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
Storytimes with Mr. Paul 10:30 a.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. Continues Dec. 14. 215-685-8756.
Texas Hold’em Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 8 a.m. Also Tuesdays. 215-685-0576.
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.
Yoga with a Breath with Lisa 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. $10. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
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. 8
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 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tacony Library basement, 6742 Torresdale Ave. Sponsored by Friends of Tacony Library. Part of Winterfest. 215-685-8755.
Breakfast $5. 9 a.m. Second Saturday of every month, September to June. All Saints Church, Torresdale, 9601 Frankford Ave. All are welcome. 215-637-8787.
Breakfast with Santa Sponsored by St. Hubert High School Alumnae. 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. School cafeteria, Ditman Street and Bleigh Avenue entrance. Tickets: $15 adults, $12 children (free for children under 2). Includes full breakfast, fun activities, visit from Santa. bit.ly/SHSantaBreakfast18 or [email protected]
Brownies Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Suitable for girls in first and second grades. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215-685-8734.
Cardio Bootcamp with Jeremy 9-10 a.m. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. $5. 215-698-3012.
Christmas Bazaar St. Andrews-in-the-Field, 500 Somerton Ave. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Crafts, raffles, flea market, baked good, light lunch.
Christmas Bazaar St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, located at Trenton Avenue and Cumberland Street. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Baked goods, Santa’s Workshop, tombola table, raffles, visits by Santa and Mrs. Claus, homemade food and soup, dessert. Canned goods donations will support church food pantry. Donations of children’s gloves, mittens, scarves and hats will be given to Hackett Elementary School. 215-423-0792.
Christmas Tea Emmanuel Resurrection Episcopal Church, 8201 Frankford Ave. 2 p.m. $10. Parking on Stanwood Street. Esther, 215-333-2391, or Colleen, 215-624-8520.
Craft & Demo Show Fox Chase Library, 501 Rhawn St. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local artisan crafters, vendors, 50-50, bake sale, holiday book sale. Sponsored by Friends of Fox Chase Library. 215-685-0547.
Crafty Kids Ryerss Mansion & Library, 7370 Central Ave., 215-685-0599. Meets second Saturday of the month. Free but donations are welcome.
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 [email protected]
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.
Free Movie Andrew Greer Presents An Angel Band Christmas. Followed by a Carol Sing. Calvary Church at Cottman, Cottman Avenue and Frontenac Street. 6 p.m. 215-624-3965.
Gymnastics Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Suitable for ages 5 to 8. $5. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215-685-8734.
Holiday Craft Extravaganza For children ages 6-12. Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 Knights Road. 10:30 a,m, to noon. Light refreshments. Register: 215-685-9383.
Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pictures with Santa. 215-698-3012.
Pilates with Wendy SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 10-11 a.m. $10. 215-698-3012.
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.
Spinning 9-10 a.m. $10 or $24.99 per month. Bring own seat cover or buy one on site. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
Submarine Warfare During World War II Learn about U.S. Navy, Japanese, British and German submarine warfare. 2 to 3:30 p.m. Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Free.
Tumbling Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Tumbling for kids ages 4 to 14. 10 a.m. 215-685-8734.
Winterfest Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Live music, dance, crafts, games, treats. 215-685-8755:
Winter Fest Bazaar Sponsored by Tacony Holmesburg Town Watch. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holmesburg Boys Club, 7756 Ditman St. Vendors, door prizes, Santa and Mrs. Claus. Guests encouraged to donate gifts for Toys for Tots. Free door prize tickets for people who bring canned goods or new winter coats.
MEETINGS
Young at Heart Senior Singles Andy’s Diner, Trevose. 10 a.m.
Sunday, Dec. 9
EVENTS
Amici Opera Company 3 p.m. Verdi’s Don Carlo. 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 (free for kids 12 and under). RSVP: 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.
Credit Repair Classes St. James Lutheran Church, 5185 Castor Ave. 9 to 9:45 a.m. 215-743-1828.
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.
Sculpt & Tone SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 10-11 a.m. $5. 215-613-1070.
SilverSneakers Classic KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free for members. Guests $5. 9:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.
Thrift Store St. Luke’s Memorial Church, 1946 Welsh Road. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Sundays. 215-969-3645.
Yoga Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. 7 p.m. 267-475-7005.
Zumba with Elina 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. $10. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
MEETINGS
Friendship Club 55+ Dinner meeting. 3 p.n. Tiffany Diner, 9010 Roosevelt Blvd. Newcomers welcome. 215-288-0152.
Monday, Dec. 10
EVENTS
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 Jean and Pat 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. Also on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. 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.
Cardinal Dougherty Alumni Band Rehearsal Every Monday, except major holidays. 7:30 to 9:15 p.m.. Second-floor band room at Archbishop Ryan High School, 11201 Academy Road. New members of all ages and skills welcome. [email protected]
Cardio Kickboxing SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 6-7 p.m. $5. 215-698-3012.
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 Karaoke Sons of Italy (Tacony Mayfair Lodge), 4741 Friendship St. 6 p.m. Donations of new and slightly used items, gift bagged and labeled, accepted for Women’s Center for Domestic Violence. 215-335-3232.
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.
English as a Second Language Classes 6 to 8 p.m. Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. Free. For adults. Sponsored by Indo-Chinese American Council. Also Wednesdays. 215-685-8755.
Fox Chase Library Art Group New members welcome. No fees. 1 to 3 p.m. Fox Chase Library, 501 Rhawn St.
Hebrew Language Classes KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Intermediate classes in Hebrew. Free. 1 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Kids Cardio Burst 6-6:45 p.m. $10. Ages 5-12. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
Kids Kettlebell SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. $5. 6-6:45 p.m. 215-698-3012.
Lunchtime Spinning Noon to 1 p.m. $10. Bring seat cover or buy one on site. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
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 Hour with Kayla J. 6-7 p.m. $10. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 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. 215-698-7300.
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. 9-10 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.
SmART Readers 4:30 p.m. Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. For kids ages 7-12. Art and literacy program. Continues Dec. 12, 17 and 19. 215-685-0494.
Spinning 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. $10 per class. Bring seat cover or buy one on site. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
Tai Chi Lower Mayfair Recreation Center, 3015 Robbins Ave. 7:30 to 8 p.m. $5 a class. 215-685-1227.
Tai Chi Beginner with Marcus 8-9 a.m. $10. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
Yoga with Mariya SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 6:15-7:15 p.m. $10. 215-698-3012.
Zumba Houseman Recreation Center, 5091 Summerdale Ave. (at Godfrey Avenue). 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. $5 each class. 215-685-1240.
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 with Denise SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 7:15-8:15 p.m. $10. 215-698-3012.
Zumba 7 p.m. Good Shepherd Methodist Church, 10910 Calera Road. 267-304-8553. Walk-ins are welcome. $6.
Zumba with Denise SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 7:15-8:15 p.m. $5. 215-698-3012.
MEETINGS
Al-Anon St. Anselm Church, 12670 Dunks Ferry Road. 7:30-9 p.m.
Bereavement Group For people older than 60 struggling with the loss of a spouse. Sponsored by Goldsteins’ Rosenberg’s-Raphael Sacks funeral home. Facilitated by Rivka Powers. Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Register: 215-677-1600 or [email protected]
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. 10 a.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 11
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.
American Red Cross Blood Drive 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. House of Correction, 7901 State Road. 1-800-RED CROSS or redcrossblood.org
Bingo Dinner Sponsored by the Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim. 9768 Verree Road. 6 p.m. Bingo, boutique tables and a baked ziti dinner with dessert. $23. 215-677-1600.
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 6-7 p.m. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. $5. 215-698-3012.
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.
Chess Club Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. For all ages and experience levels. 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays. 215-685-0512.
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.
Email Basics Noon. Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. Continues Dec. 18 and every Tuesday from Jan. 8 to March 26. 215-685-1473.
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.
Kids Fitness Mix SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. Ages 5-12. 6-7 p.m. $10. 215-698-3012.
Kim Reddin Yiddish with Jack Belitsky Second Tuesday of each month. Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. 12:30 p.m.
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.
Lunchtime Boot Camp 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. $5. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
Parent Café Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. Second Tuesday of the month. 10 a.m. to noon. All parents welcome.
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Pound with Denise 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. SPIN Community & FItness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
Preschool Storytime Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd. For ages 2-5. 11 a.m. Continues Dec. 18. 215-685-0498.
Preschool Storytime Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. 10:30 a.m. Stories, songs, puppets, playtime. For kids ages 2-5. 215-685-0494.
St. Jerome Food Bank 2950 Holme Ave. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Appointment: 215-805-8479.
Sculpt & Tone with Wendy SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 6-7 p.m. $5. 215-698-3012.
SilverSneakers Stability SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 9-10 a.m. $3 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.
Spinning 7-8 p.m. $10. Bring seat cover or buy one on site. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road.
Storytelling for Adults and Teens Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments. Second Tuesday of every month. 215-685-0501 or [email protected]
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, $5 for the year. Tuesdays. Rebecca Thompson: 215-624-5920 or [email protected]
Tai Chi with Marcus 8-9 a.m. and 5-6 p.m. $10. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
Tap Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. $2. 9 a.m. 215-685-0576.
Total Joint Replacement Education Class Orthopaedic Center at Jeanes Hospital, 7600 Central Ave. 11 a.m. to noon. Continues Jan.8 and Feb. 12. Also, 6-7 p.m. on Dec. 18, Jan. 22 and Feb. 26. 215-728-3944.
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.
Bereavement Counseling Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays through April 3. 215-677-1600.
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.
History Lecture Historical Society of Frankford, 1507 Orthodox St. The Whitaker Mills. Historian Fred Maurer and conservationist Robin Irizarry will discuss Henry Whitaker’s textile mill that operated from 1813 to 1970 on the banks of Tacony Creek at Tabor Road. 7:30 p.m. Free refreshments.
Holmesburg Civic Association 7:15 p.m. Holmesburg Recreation Center, Rhawn and Ditman streets. 215-332-6781.
Knit, Crochet, Pray Together 1-2:30 p.m. Cranaleith Spiritual Center, 13475 Proctor Road. 215-934-6206.
Morning Glories Seniors Vogt Recreation Center, Cottage and Unruh streets. For men and women 50 or older. 10:30 a.m. Speakers, refreshments, bingo. Tuesdays 215-624-6764.
Nar-Anon Meeting for Friends and Family of Addicts Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, 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. 12
EVENTS
Art Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Painting. 1 to 4 p.m. $2. 215-685-0576.
B.A.C.K. with Dottie 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. $5. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
Bingo Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215-685-0576.
Boot Camp SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 7:15-8:15 p.m. $10. 215-698-3012.
Bridge Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. For beginners and advanced. 9 to 11 a.m. 215-685-0576.
Cardio Boot Camp with Kayla J. 6-7 p.m. $10. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 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.
Holiday Pop-Up Cards (LEAP Program) 4 p.m. Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Family program for school-age children. 215-685-8756.
Kids Club Ages 5-8. Wednesdays through Dec. 26. Games, science experiments, arts and crafts. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. Register: 215-698-3012.
Kids Fit Mix SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 6:15 to 7 p.m. $5. 215-698-3012.
Kim Reddin Yiddish KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Conversational and informal group celebrating Yiddish in song and speech. 10:40 a.m. 215-698-7300.
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 with Carole Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 12:30 p.m. 215-685-0576.
Lunchtime Spinning Noon to 1 p.m. $10. Bring seat cover or buy one on site. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
Mahjong KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Jan. 10. $45, includes Mahjong card. 215-698-7300, Ext. 129 or [email protected]
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 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.
Parenting Class Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 10 to 11:30 a.m. For parents with children birth to 5 years old.
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.
Santa Visits the Library Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd. 6:30 p.m. 215-685-0498.
Scrabble KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Seniors Singles Dance/Live Music AsÂsoÂciÂated PolÂish Home, 9150 Academy Road. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Open to ages 50-plus. AdÂmisÂsion is $12. ParkÂing beÂhind buildÂing. Continues Dec. 19. 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 Stretch SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 9-10 a.m. 215-698-3012.
Spinning 6-7 p.m. $10. Bring seat cover or buy one on site. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
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.
Torah Portion of the Week B’nai Israel, 8201 Castor Ave. Sponsored by Jewish Community of Rhawnhurst. Wednesdays at 7 p.m. All welcome. Free pizza. Bring own beverage. Use Solly Avenue entrance. Bob Slurzberg: 215-745-8356.
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.
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
Al-Anon Crossroads Community Church, 7721 Torresdale Ave. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Bereavement Group For people older than 60 struggling with the loss of a spouse. Sponsored by Goldsteins’ Rosenberg’s-Raphael Sacks funeral home. Facilitated by Rivka Powers. Northeast NORC, 8546 Bustleton Ave. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Register: 215-677-1600 or [email protected]
Clutterers Anonymous 8401 Roosevelt Blvd. 7:30 p.m. 267-607-2134Â 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.
Mayfair/Holmesburg Al-Anon 7:30 p.m. Jefferson Torresdale Hospital Mansion House Building, 10800 Knights Road.
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.
Yiddish Culture Club Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. 215-685-0576.
Thursday, Dec. 13
EVENTS
American Red Cross Blood Donations Jefferson Frankford Hospital, 4900 Frankford Ave. 7 a.m. to noon. 1-800-RED CROSS or redcrossblood.org
American Red Cross Blood Drive 6 a.m. to noon. Fox Chase Cancer Center, Medical Center Building, 333 Cottman Ave. 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.
Bingo for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. $1. 215-624-5920 or [email protected]
Current Events with Jack Belitsky Sidewater House Apartments, 780 Byberry Road. Second Thursday of the month. Lunch at noon, discussion at 12:45 p.m.
Healing Exercise KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 9:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.
Low Visions. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Support group led by Bette Homer of the Associated Services for the Blind & Visually Impaired. $1 donation. Lunch is available. 215-698-7300, Ext. 184.
Lunch and Entertainment KleinLife: Rhawnhurst, 2101 Strahle St. Noon to 2 p.m. 215-745-3127.
Lunchtime Boot Camp 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. $10. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
Moving On Post Bereavement. 10:30 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 215-698-7300.
Newtown-Yardley Creative Writers Workshop Moish & Itzy’s Restaurant, Summit Square Shopping Center, Newtown. 6:30 p.m. Meets every other Thursday. [email protected]
Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Shotokan Karate Kids ages 5-12. $10. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
SilverSneakers Yoga KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10:40 a.m. Instructor Donna Price. $5. 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 for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 10 to 11 a.m. $3 per session, $5 for the year. 215-624-5920 or [email protected]
Zumba Toning with Denise 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. $10. SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 215-698-3012.
MEETINGS
Al-Anon Beginners Meeting Paul’s Run boardroom, 9896 Bustleton Ave. 7-8 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.
Girl Scout Troop 09561 Houseman Recreation Center, 5091 Summerdale Ave. For girls in kindergarten through 12th grade. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Meets every other Thursday. [email protected]
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 Craft & Vendor Fair SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. Saturday, Dec. 8. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pictures with Santa. 215-698-3012.
