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Calendar of Events: April 18- 25

Thursday, April 18

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]

Book Club with Rita Malenbaum Noon to 1:30 p.m. $2. Sponsored by Northeast NORC. Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. Bring your favorite book. Light lunch. Need a ride? 215-320-0351.

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.

Dance Class 6-7 p.m. Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St. Modern, ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical. $25 per month. 215-685-8714 or [email protected]

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.

Easter Craft and Storytime 4 p.m. Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Reading of Pete the Cat: Big Easter Adventure. Family program for school-age children. 215-685-8756.

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.

Maundy Thursday Immanuel Church, 14100 Worthington Road. 11:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Soup supper served at 12:30 and 6:30 PM

Newtown-Yardley Creative Writers Workshop Moish & Itzy’s Restaurant, Summit Square Shopping Center, Newtown. 6:30 p.m. Meets every other Thursday. [email protected]

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.

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.

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.

Al-Anon Paul’s Run boardroom, 9896 Bustleton Ave. 7-8 p.m. Thursdays.

Book Discussion Group with Rita and MaryAnn Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. Cosponsored by Northeast NORC. Noon. Bring a
copy of your favorite book. $2. Light refreshments. Need a ride? 215-320-0351. More info: 215-677-1600.

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.

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]

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.

St. Cecilia Seniors 535 Rhawn St. New members always welcomed. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays. 215-725-1240.

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.

Friday, April 19

EVENTS

Adult Basic Computer Class Free. Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. 10 to 11 a.m. Also Wednesdays. Rebecca Thompson: 215-624-5920 or [email protected]

Advanced Line Dancing with Cil Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 11 to 11:45 a.m. 215-685-0576.

Art Class Acrylic painting on canvas. Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St. 6:30 p.m. Ages 5 and up. $8 per class, supplied included. Bring a smock or old clothes. 215-685-8714.

Beginner Line Dancing Mayfair Recreation Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. 10 to 11 a.m. $3. 215-683-1994.

Bingo Our Lady Of Consolation 7051 Tulip St. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Games start 7 p.m. Fridays. 215-768-5668.

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.

Commemoration of the Death of Jesus Christ Four Points by Sheraton, 9461 Roosevelt Blvd. 7:15 p.m. No collection taken.

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.

Film Remember the 27 Crusaders. About 27 Father Judge graduates who died in the Vietnam War. 1:30 p.m. Continues April 26. Xfinity channels 66/966, HD/967. Verizon 29/30. WPPM 106.5 FM. Simulcast at http://phillycam.org/watch or listen at http://phillycam.org/listen

Good Friday Immanuel Church, 14100 Worthington Road. Bilingual services at 11:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. German language service at 3 p.m.

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.

SilverSplash KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 9 a.m. No swimming ability required. $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.

Stations of the Cross 9 a.m. Outside Planned Parenthood, 2751 Comly Road. Led by Deacons James Duffy, of St. Katherine of Siena, and Ed Dymek, of St. Ephrem. 215-612-7285.

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

Yoga Refresh 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. 10:30 a.m. Anyone 50 or older welcome for coffee, doughnuts, bingo and pinochle. Dues $30 per year.

Widow & Widower Support Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10 a.m. 215-685-0576.

Saturday, April 20

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.

Earth Day Cleanup 10 a.m. to noon. Lardner’s Point Park, 5202 Levick St. Shoreline trash pickup, trail maintenance, invasive removal, plantings. All ages welcome. riverfrontnorth.org/volunteer

Easter Saturday Immanuel Church, 14100 Worthington Road. Easter egg hunt 12:30 p.m.. fire and fellowship 7 p.m., Easter Eve Vigil 7:30 p.m. champagne toast and dessert 8:30 p.m.

Easter Egg Hunt Sponsored by Cpl. John Loudenslager American Legion Post, the Voiture ! of the Society of 40 and 8 and AOH Division 25. For children age 10 and under. Lions Park, 7970 Oxford Ave. 1 to 3 p.m.

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]

GED Classes Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Free. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Register: [email protected] or 856-672-4321.

Gymnastics Dorsey Playground, 6501 Hegerman St. Suitable for ages 5 to 8. $5. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 215-685-8734.

Lighting of the Cross Crescentville United Methodist Church, 412 Sentner St. (at Hasbrook Avenue). 8:15 p.m. Ice cream and other refreshments at 7:30 p.m.

Pilates with Wendy SPIN Community & Fitness, 10980 Norcom Road. 10-11 a.m. $10. 215-698-3012.

Play The Easter Journey. Mt. Zion Baptist Church of Holmesburg, 8101 Erdrick St. 1 p.m. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Free. All are welcome.

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 Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. 3 p.m. 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.

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.

Young at Heart Senior Singles Andy’s Diner, Trevose. 10 a.m.

Sunday, April 21

HAPPY EASTER

EVENTS

Easter Service Sunrise Service at 6 a.m. Breakfast at 7 a.m. Services at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Immanuel Church, 14100 Worthington Road.

Easter Sunrise Service 6:30 am. Historic Glen Foerd Estate, 5001 Grant Ave. Outdoor event. Singing, prayers and fellowship at the river’s edge. All are welcome. Offering to benefit Northeast Philadelphia Interfaith Hospitality Network for the homeless.

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, April 22

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.

Community Classroom Emergency Rooms — Past, Present & Future 6:30 – 8 p.m. Cheltenham Friends Meetinghouse, Jeanes Hospital campus, 7600 Central Ave. Led by Dr. Dana Weber, emergency department chair.

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.

Memory Stimulation 9:30 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Memory tips and exercises to help keep an active mind at any age. 215-698-7300.

New Visions. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Support group 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.

Pinochle Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m. [email protected], 215-934-2714.

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.

Silver and Fit KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 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.

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 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. $10. 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]

Resurrection of Our Lord Seniors School hall, 2000 Shelmire Ave. (at Large Street). 9 a.m. Second and fourth Mondays of the month, September to June. Refreshments and bingo.

Supportive Older Women’s Network (S.O.W.N.) Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10 a.m.

Tuesday, April 23

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]

Blood Drive Appointments available from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jeanes Hospital Friends Hall Physicians’ Office Building, 7600 Central Ave. Register: 215-728-2131 or redcrossblood.org

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. Ages 12 and up. 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 Jeanne 12:45 p.m. KleinLife: Rhawnhurst. Tabas Apartments, 2101 Strahle St. 215-745-3127.

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.

Farmers’ Market Noon. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 215-698-7300, Ext. 196.

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. 215-745-3127.

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 Torresdale Library, 3079 Holme Ave. 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. $5.

SilverSplash KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 9:15 a.m. No swimming ability required. $5. 215-698-7300.

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.

Turbo Kick Mitchell Playground, 3700 Whitehall Lane. 6:15-7:15 p.m. Bring a mat. $5. 215-685-9394.

Used Book Sale Sponsored by Friends of Tacony Library. 1-3 p.m. 6742 Torresdale Ave. 215-685-8755.

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.

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.

Women’s Empowerment Group The Share Center, 7137 Torresdale Ave. 7 p.m. 856-308-5650.

Wednesday, April 24

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.

Bingo with Barry 12:45 p.m. Free. KleinLife: Rhawnhurst. Tabas Apartments, 2101 Strahle St. 215-745-3127.

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.

Can’t Live Without a Heart 10:40 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Learn how to take care of your heart. Presented by Robin Murphy, representing the American Heart Association. 215-698-7300.

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.

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.

Keep Moving With Non-Surgical Options for Sports Injuries 6:30 – 8 p.m. Cheltenham Friends Meetinghouse, Jeanes Hospital campus, 7600 Central Ave. Led by Dr. Michelle A. Noreski, orthopaedic and sports medicine physician, Temple University Hospital. Register: 215-728-4861 or [email protected]

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.

Listening Session Sponsored by AARP PA and Frankford Community Development Corporation. The public’s thoughts on transportation, housing, parks and green spaces and other issues will be forwarded to mayoral candidates. Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, 8025 Roosevelt Blvd., Suite 200. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. (dinner provided).

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.

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.

Passover Barbecue Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. 6 p.m. $20, or $13 for children 13 and younger. Reservation: 215-677-1600.

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. 1 p.m. 215-698-7300.

Senior Singles Dance/Live Music Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Open to ages 50-plus. $12. Parking behind building. Wednesdays. 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.

Simply STEM 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.

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-B Bustleton Ave. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Register: 215-320-0351 or [email protected]

Clutterers Anonymous 8401 Roosevelt Blvd. 7:30 p.m. 610-352-1340, 215-322-6835 or clutterersannymous.org

Depression Bipolar Support Group 8220 Castor Ave, fourth floor. 5:55 to 7:45 p.m. Ed: 215-728-7609.

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.

Greater Bustleton Civic League American Heritage Federal Credit Union community room, 2060 Red Lion Road, 7 p.m. Meets on fourth Wednesday of the month. Gbcleague.com

Holme Circle Civic Association, St. Jerome school hall, 3031 Stamford St. (at Colfax Street). 7 to 9 p.m. Meet the candidates. Refreshments. Usually meets the fourth Wednesday of the month. 267-229-6004 or [email protected]

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.

William Penn Coin Club Meets fourth Wednesday of every month. Fox Chase United Methodist Church, 201 Loney St. 7 p.m.

Yiddish Culture Club Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 10:30 a.m. 215-685-0576.

Thursday, April 25

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.

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.

Movie: Paris Can Wait 12:45 p.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 215-698-7300.

Moving On Post Bereavement. 10:30 a.m. KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. 215-698-7300.

Pinochle KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. 12:45 p.m. 215-698-7300.

Shedding the Stigma of Addiction Free. Holy Family University Education and Technology Center, 9801 Frankford Ave. 7 to 9 p.m. Register: www.holyfamily.edu/familycenter; [email protected] or 267-341-3407.

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. 7:30-9 p.m. Livengrin Foundation, 4833 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem.

VENDOR ALERTS

Flea Market Sponsored by Maternity BVM Home & School Association. Saturday, April 27. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Maternity BVM Church lower parking lot, 9220 Old Bustleton Ave. Spaces $20. Rain date May 4. 215-913-7324.

Flea Market Saturday, April 27. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4700 Richmond St. 215-941-8873.

Flea Market April 27, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. New Foundations Charter School, 8001 Torresdale Ave. Setup at 8 a.m. Table fee $25, due April 16. Ms. Fanega, [email protected], or Mrs. Jessica Thomas, [email protected] or 267-632-4072.

Flea Market April 27. Sponsored by Jefferson Health Auxiliary. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in hospital parking garage, Knights and Red Lion roads. $20 per space. 215-831-2179.

Indoor Flea Market Saturday, May 4. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sponsored by Friendly Neighbors at Pennypack Woods. 8724 Crispin St. Table rental information: 267-205-6608.

Flea Market Wissinoming Presbyterian Church, Torresdale Avenue and Howell Street. Saturday, May 11. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Spaces available inside and outside. $15 per space. Ask about $5 refund at end of day. Reservations required in advance. 215-288-9192.

Flea Market on Frankford Avenue May 11. Holmesburg Baptist Church, 7927 Frankford Ave. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spaces $15. Bring your own tables. 215-338-1775.

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