Thursday, Dec. 13
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 Drive 6 a.m. to noon. Fox Chase Cancer Center, Medical Center Building, 333 Cottman Ave. 1-800-RED CROSS or redcrossblood.org
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.
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.
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.
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.
Newtown-Yardley Creative Writers Workshop Moish & Itzy’s Restaurant, Summit Square Shopping Center, Newtown. 6:30 p.m. Meets every other Thursday. [email protected]
Resume Help Noon. Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. Continues Dec. 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.
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.
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.
Ninth Councilmanic District Commercial Corridor & Neighborhood Plan Lawncrest Recreation Center, 6000 Rising Sun Ave. 6:45 to 9 p.m. Led by Councilwoman Cherelle Parker.
Friday, Dec. 14
EVENTS
Advanced Line Dancing with Cil Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 11 to 11:45 a.m. 215-685-0576.
Bariatric Information Session 9 to 10:30 a.m. Nazareth Hospital’s DiBello Conference Room, 2601 Holme Ave. Register: 1-855-LESS-YOU or www.mercyhealth.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. 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. 15
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.
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.
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.
Hoopin’ with Heroes Philadelphia Fire Department vs. Camden Fire Department. Tacony Academy Charter High School, 6201 Keystone St. 5:15 p.m. $5.
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.
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.
Sensory Storytime 3 p.m. Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. Preschool-level books, songs and movement during story times. 215-685-0494.
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.
Spiritual Cinema & Discussion 7 p.m. St. Luke’s Parish Hall, 1946 Welsh Road. Featured presentation Tara Road, starring Andie MacDowell and Olivia Williams. Free organic popcorn and iced tea. Goodwill offering appreciated. 215-969-3645.
Tumbling Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Tumbling for kids ages 4 to 14. 10 a.m. 215-685-8734.
MEETINGS
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.
Town Hall 10 a.m. Exchange, 6434 Castor Ave. Constituents will be able to ask questions about state Rep. Jared Solomon’s first two years in office and learn about his priorities for the upcoming legislative session.
Young at Heart Senior Singles Andy’s Diner, Trevose. 10 a.m.
Sunday, Dec. 16
EVENTS
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.
Hope for the Holidays Immanuel Lutheran Church, 14100 Worthington Road. Worship experience of encouragement and hope. 2:30 p.m. Prayers, scripture, music, fellowship and light refreshments. 215-464-1540 or ImmanuelPhilly.org
Jazz & Holiday Shopping Event 1 to 4:30 p.m. United Methodist Church of the Redeemer, 1128 Cottman Ave. (at Lawndale Avenue). Performance by Blu Dogz Jazz Band. Raffle baskets. Vendors. Gary Grisafi: [email protected]
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.
St. William Concert Series All Earth is Hopeful! A Pre-Christmas Concert. 2 p.m. Lower church, 6200 Rising Sun Ave. Free parking in MaST II Charter School lot. Handicapped accessible. Freewill offering. Light refreshments. https://www.facebook.com/stwillsconcertseries/
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
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. 17
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]
Block Building and Lego Playtime Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. 5 p.m. Continues Jan. 14, Feb. 11 and March 11. 215-685-1473.
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.
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.
Crafty Monday Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd. 4:30 p.m. For afterschoolers. 215-685-0498.
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. 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.
Winter Wonderland Pajama Party Storytime 6:30 p.m. Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. Stories, holiday music and Santa Claus. For kids ages 2-5. Sponsored by Friends of Torresdale Library. 215-685-0494.
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]
Compassionate Friends Support group for family members grieving the death of a child, regardless of age or cause. 7 p.m. American Heritage Federal Credit Union, 2068 Red Lion Road. 215-396-0460.
Supportive Older Women’s Network (S.O.W.N.) Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10 a.m.
Take Back Your Neighborhood Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. 7 p.m. Holiday party. Guests encouraged to bring food. 267-977-5639.
Tuesday, Dec. 18
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]
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.
Current Events with Jack Belitsky KleinLife: Rhawnhurst. Tabas Apartments, 2101 Strahle St. Lunch 11:30 a.m., discussion 12:30 p.m. Recommended donation $1. Third Tuesday of each month. 215-320-0351.
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 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.
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.
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. 215-685-0498.
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.
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. 6-7 p.m. Continues on Jan. 22 and Feb. 26. Also, 11 a.m. to noon on Jan.8 and Feb. 12. 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.
Arbours at Eagle Pointe Community Association 7 p.m. Community Clubhouse, 2651 Veronica Drive.
Bereavement Counseling Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays through April 3. 215-677-1600.
John Birch Society Holmesburg Recreation Center, Rhawn and Ditman streets. 7-9 p.m. Video Enumerated vs. Unlimited Power. Refreshments. The Constitution is the Solution series continues on Jan. 15 and Feb. 19.
Knit, Crochet, Pray Together 1-2:30 p.m. Cranaleith Spiritual Center, 13475 Proctor Road. 215-934-6206.
Lawncrest Community Association St. William social hall, Argyle and Robbins streets. 7 p.m. 215-342-5642.
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.
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. 19
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.
Cooking with Lynore Third Wednesday of every month. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Lunch 11:30 a.m. Cooking 1:45 p.m. Recommended donation, $1. 215-320-0351.
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.
How to Spot Fake News Online Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. First and third Wednesday of each month. 215-685-0522.
Kids Club Ages 5-8. Continues 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.
Lakeshore: Family Math Games 5 to 7 p.m. Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Sponsored by the School District of Philadelphia’s Family Academy: Courses and Training. 215-685-8756. Register: 215-400-4180, Option 5.
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. 9. $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.
Pajama Storytime Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd. 6:30 p.m. Continues Dec. 19. 215-685-0498.
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.
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. 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.
Double Eagle Coin Club Third Wednesday of every month. Fox Chase United Methodist Church, 201 Loney St. 7 p.m.
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.
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. 20
EVENTS
American Red Cross Blood Donations Jefferson Frankford Hospital, 4900 Frankford Ave. 7 a.m. to noon. 1-800-RED CROSS or redcrossblood.org
Bingo Cannstatter Volksfest Verein, 9130 Academy Road. Sponsored by Die Alten Herren des Cannstatters. Doors open at 5 p.m.; games start at 6:30 p.m. 215-332-0121.
Bingo for Seniors Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. $1. 215-624-5920 or [email protected]
Healing Exercise KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 9:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.
Holiday Open House 5 to 7 p.m. State Rep. Jared Solomon’s district office; 7012 Castor Ave. Attendees are invited to share ideas to improve the community and learn about the ways in which their state representative can help families across the district.
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.
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.
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.
Teen Third Thursdays Activities, games, snacks. Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. 4:30 p.m. Continues Jan. 17, Feb. 21 and March 21.
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.
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.
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.
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.
