St. Jerome seniors to meet
The St. Jerome’s Senior Group will meet on Thursdays, May 11 and 25, in the school hall, 3031 Stamford St. Arrive by 10 a.m., and the meeting begins promptly at 11. ••
Learn about AFib
Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus will host Understanding Atrial Fibrillation on Wednesday, May 10, at 6:30 p.m. at Cheltenham Friends Meetinghouse, 7600 Central Ave. Dr. Jeffrey Smietana will discuss how AFib is detected and treated so people can remain heart healthy. To register, call 215-728-4861 or email [email protected]. ••
Resource fair at Holy Family
Holy Family University will welcome best-selling author and addiction recovery speaker Brandon Novak on Saturday, May 6. A resource fair runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with speakers at 11:30, at the Campus Center Gymnasium, 9801 Frankford Ave. The event is free to the public, includes free parking and will also feature Nicholas Emeigh, associate executive director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness Bucks County. For more information or to participate in the resource fair, contact associate professor Patrick McElwaine at 267-341-4014 or [email protected]. ••
Craft fair, flea market
Memorial Presbyterian Church of Fox Chase, 7902 Oxford Ave., is holding a spring craft fair and flea market on May 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain date May 13). If you’re interested in renting space, email [email protected] or call 215-745-2844. ••
Register for Boscov’s sale
Boscov’s has opened registration for its Friends Helping Friends fundraiser. Merchandise will be 25 percent off, in-store only, on Wednesday, Oct. 18. Customers will receive a shopping pass after donating $5 to a participating nonprofit.
“Each year, over 3,000 nonprofit organizations participate in this event and raise over $2 million in donations,” said Jim Boscov, chairman and CEO. “It’s our most aggressive promotion of the year and we do it to encourage donations to the organizations so critical to the communities we serve.”
To learn more and to register, go to boscovs.com/friendshelpingfriends. ••
Bus trip to see Elvis
St. Katherine of Siena Primrose Senior Club is running a bus trip to the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre in Lancaster on Thursday, June 1. The trip will include a buffet lunch and matinee show, Elvis the Musical. The cost is $110. For reservations and lunch menu choice, call Catherine Murphy at 215-919-4399. ••
Protecting consumer data
Legislation introduced by state Rep. Kevin Boyle that would require insurance companies and agents to develop cybersecurity policies and report cybersecurity events to the state insurance commissioner passed the House of Representatives unanimously.
“This legislation will go a long way in ensuring insurance consumers’ data is protected online from breachers,” Boyle said.
The legislation goes to the Senate for consideration. ••
Lunch and a show
St. Katherine of Siena Primrose Senior Club is running a bus trip on Thursday, Sept. 28, to Beach Haven, New Jersey to see the comedy Popcorn Falls. There will be a sitdown luncheon at Waterfront Restaurant. The cost is $110. For reservations and more information, call Catherine Murphy at 215-919-4399. ••
Intern with aviation dept.
Councilman Brian O’Neill announced that the city Division of Aviation is seeking qualified high school juniors and seniors to participate in an internship program. Additionally, DOA is looking for qualified college students as a part of its work-study internship program. The aviation department has designed a structured internship program benefiting high school and college students to expose them to aviation careers and help build skills for the future workforce. The internship program provides employment experience at Philadelphia International Airport. For more information, call O’Neill’s office at 215-686-3422. ••
Somerton Civic meeting Tuesday
Somerton Civic Association will meet on May 9 at 7 p.m. at 1290 Southampton Road, the Walker Lodge of the I.O.O.F. There will be discussion of a zoning appeal at 266 Hendrix St., and all candidates for mayor and Council have been invited to attend and introduce themselves. ••
Rendell endorses Rhynhart
Former Gov. and Mayor Ed Rendell endorsed Rebecca Rhynhart for mayor, noting that Rhynhart’s “experience as city treasurer, budget director and chief administrative officer, combined with her excellent record as controller, is unrivaled in this field.”
“She has the greatest depth and broadest experience in the government’s executive branch,” he said.
Rhynhart released the following statement on Rendell’s endorsement of her campaign to become the 100th mayor and first woman to lead the city:
“Gov. Rendell is one of the most transformative and widely respected leaders in our city and state’s history. It’s an honor to have earned his endorsement. His legacy demonstrates that we share the belief that our residents deserve leaders who will move our city beyond the status quo. That’s how I led as city controller, and that’s exactly what I will do as mayor. Gov. Rendell’s decision to endorse me also means that my campaign now has the support of three former Philadelphia mayors who bring a collective 24 years of experience doing the job. Their confidence in my leadership means a great deal to me and further proves that I have the knowledge, experience and courage to lead our city forward – making it safer and cleaner and providing our residents with true opportunity.” ••
Boyle backs Brady
U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle endorsed Christy Brady in the Democratic primary for city controller.
“Christy’s almost three decades of experience in city government and the controller’s office is very impressive,” Boyle said. “Having served as acting controller previously, she knows what it takes to succeed in the job.”
U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans has also endorsed Brady. ••
Half-price clothing
The Classroom Thrift Shop, 4301 Tyson Ave., sponsored by the Women of Temple Menorah Keneseth Chai, will be holding a half-price clothing sale on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, May 7-9. Clothes, shoes and handbags will be included in the same. The shop will be open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday. Donations are being accepted. Call 215-624-9130. ••
Franklin Mills flea market to open
The Roosevelt Mall flea market has closed due to major construction and total renovations of the mall, with additional retail stores being built where the market operated. Philadelphia Flea Markets will move to Liberty Plaza, at Liberty Bell and Franklin Mills boulevards, just off Knights Road. The market will operate every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., beginning May 28 and through November. For more information, call Tony at 215-625-FLEA or log onto www.PhilaFleaMarkets.org. ••
HS, college partnership
Students and administrators from Community Academy of Philadelphia Charter School, 1100 E. Erie Ave., visited Holy Family University to sign an agreement that offers Community Academy students the opportunity to take courses at Holy Family in a hybrid format with one day on Holy Family’s campus and one day at their school.
Anne Prisco, president of Holy Family University, said, “We are so pleased to begin this partnership with Community Academy of Philadelphia. As Philadelphia’s first charter school, Community Academy has long been a trailblazer in creating a student-centered model of education. Their focus on educating the whole student means a seamless transition to Holy Family with our holistic approach to educating students not only for in-demand careers but also for life. We are thrilled to welcome these bright and motivated students to our programs beginning in fall 2023.” ••
Meeting in Tacony
Tacony Civic Association will meet on Wednesday, May 10, at 7 p.m. at Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. ••
Flea market Saturday
Tacony Baptist Church, 4715 Disston St., will host a flea market on Saturday, May 6, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the historic church. The rain date is May 20. ••
Proposed property tax idea
State Sen. Jimmy Dillon and state Rep. Bob Freeman announced their proposal for amending the Pennsylvania Constitution to implement a property tax “circuit breaker.” The proposed amendment (House Bill 656 and Senate Bill 635) aims to prevent regressive taxes on working families by enabling the General Assembly to consider household income when assessing tax rates, thereby promoting “equity” and ensuring that homeowners pay taxes proportional to their income.
“Having an affordable place to live in a neighborhood with opportunities is the foundation for so much else in life,” Dillon said. “This is especially relevant in today’s economy, when many families are facing financial challenges related to housing.”
Just like an electrical circuit breaker prevents a circuit from being overloaded with energy, this program will prevent low- and middle-income households from being overloaded with tax burden. If your property taxes are high relative to your income, you’d be eligible for a state tax credit that helps to offset some of that burden. The newly formed Pennsylvania Policy Center supports the proposed amendment.
Specifics as to the income guidelines and other relief criteria will be determined through subsequent legislation. If the amendment passes it will allow the General Assembly to enact legislation detailing qualifications to exempt a taxpayer from paying a portion of their property tax that exceeds a percentage threshold amount of household income. ••
Free Philly Orchestra concert
The Philadelphia Orchestra will present Our City, Your Orchestra Live, a free concert on Wednesday, May 31, at 7 p.m. at Northeast High School. The concert will feature works by Leonard Bernstein, John Williams, Valerie Coleman and others, along with a performance by the Northeast High marching band. The evening will include food trucks, games, face painting, moonbounces and balloon art. The orchestra will include contrabassoonist Holly Blake, a Northeast High graduate. Reserve tickets at philorch.org. ••
Polka party at Polish Home
The sixth annual spring polka party will take place on Sunday, May 21, from 3-7 p.m. at the Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road. The TKO Band, from Baltimore, will perform. There will be a cash bar and a Polish kitchen. Tickets cost $15. For tickets or more information, contact John at 215-906-1825 or [email protected]. ••
Barbecue on Monday
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road, invites the public for a Lag B’Omer BBQ on May 8 at 6 p.m. The cost is $12 per person and reservations are a must. Send your check to the synagogue office by Friday, May 5. For more information, call the synagogue office at 215-677-1600. ••
History meeting
The Northeast Philadelphia History Network will meet on Wednesday, May 3, at 7 p.m. at Pennepack Baptist Meetinghouse, 8732 Krewstown Road. The topic will be A History of Torresdale and the Morelton Inn. The speaker will be historian Patty O’Connor McCarthy. ••
Events at Ryerss
Ryerss Museum & Library, 7370 Central Ave., in Burholme Park, is offering a number of upcoming events.
Here is the schedule: How to Dig Up Your Ancestors, a genealogy lecture on Friday, May 5, 1-3 p.m.; used book sale on Saturday, May 6, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the basement; Fibercraft Friends on Friday, May 12, 1-3 p.m.; and Storytime: Birds, Bees and Butterflies on Saturday, May 13, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Call 215-685-0599. ••
Wine, food and opera
St. Hilary Spirit Club is going to Tomasello Winery in Hammonton, New Jersey on Sunday, May 21, for the Totally Tenors Opera Gala. The day includes an entree, salad, soup, bread, butter and dessert. A motorcoach departs at 12:30 p.m. from Verree Road and Solly Avenue (park on the east side of Verree Road next to the horse pasture) and returns about 7 or 7:30. The cost is $120 payable by May 9 with check or money order to St. Hilary Spirit Club, Attn: Trips, 820 Susquehanna Road, Rydal, PA 19111. Call Michele at 215-498-5908. ••
Alumni Day at Northeast
The Northeast High School Annual Alumni Day will be held on Friday, May 5. The awards ceremony starts at 9 a.m. at the school, followed by a brunch at Tiffany Diner. The ceremony and brunch are open to all Northeast High alumni. To RSVP for the brunch, email [email protected]. ••
Vendors needed for flea market
A flea market will take place outside Northeast High School, 1601 Cottman Ave., on Saturday, May 6. Setup is at 6 a.m. The flea market is open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The rain date is May 7. Proceeds will support unified sports, the magnet program and Northeast Alumni Association. Vendor space is $25. Bring your own table. Call the alumni office at 215-400-3200, Ext. 4 or email [email protected]. ••
Hoops camp for boys and girls
The 17th annual Jaguar St. Ephrem Basketball Camp for Boys and Girls will take place from Monday, July 24, to Friday, July 28. The cost is $150 and includes a basketball and T-shirt. The camp is held in the air-conditioned Marian Center at St. Ephrem Parish, 5400 Hulmeville Road in Bensalem. The camp is under the direction of former college coach Dan Williams. For more information, email Williams at [email protected]. ••
Tae Kwon Do competition
Red Tiger Tae Kwon Do will hold its USTC Red Tiger Cup on Saturday, May 6, at 8 a.m. at Bucks County Community College, 275 Swamp Road in Newtown. Students will compete in sparring, patterns and special technique with trophies and medals awarded to the top three competitors in each division. Call 215-969-9962. ••
Poetry at NE Regional
An evening of poetry and open mic will take place on Wednesday, May 10, at 6 p.m. at Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. The featured poets will be TS Hawkins and Emari DiGiorgio. ••
Information on Parkinson’s
Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus will host Parkinson’s Disease 101 on Tuesday, May 16, at 6:30 p.m. at Cheltenham Friends Meetinghouse, 7600 Central Ave. Dr. Molly Cincotta will give an introduction to Parkinson’s disease, what the symptoms look like and what treatment options are available. To register, call 215-728-4861 or email [email protected]. ••
Variety dinner show
Joey C’s Variety Dinner Show will take place on Friday, May 19, at Georgine’s Restaurant, 1320 Newport Road in Bristol. Joey C sings in the style of Frank Sinatra and will be joined by Robert Cabella as Dean Martin and Angelo Capone as Jerry Lewis. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner at 6:45 and the show at 8. Tickets cost $75. There will be a cash bar. For tickets or more information, go to Joey C on Facebook or call 215-317-7675. ••
Car show, family fun
American Heritage Credit Union and BIG 98.1 will host the 19th Annual Car Show and Member Appreciation Day on May 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 2060 Red Lion Road. The free event is open to the community. All proceeds from the day will support the Kids-N-Hope Foundation. Attendees can enjoy hundreds of classic, muscle and modern show cars as well as visit 40 vendors at the craft show and get a bite to eat at one of the food trucks. A Family Fun Zone will feature inflatable activities, a petting zoo and carnival games. BIG 98.1 will also broadcast around the campus during the event. American Heritage will also dedicate a permanent POW/MIA Chair of Honor, which will be placed in the Carriage House branch. The unoccupied chair will serve as a tribute to prisoners of war and service members who are missing in action, honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country. Car clubs and owners can register for the show prior to the event for $15 or on the day of for $20 and will be entered for a chance to win one of the 75 trophies given away that day. To register your car or car club for the show, visit AHCU.co/CarShow. ••
Screenings for immigrants
The African Family Health Organization will offer free health screenings for African and Caribbean immigrants on Saturday, May 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 6434 Castor Ave. AFAHO and its providers will offer vision, Hepatitis B, colon cancer and blood pressure/glucose screenings as well as HIV testing and COVID-19/flu vaccinations. For more information, visit afaho.org. ••
Get shingles vaccine
The public can make an appointment to get the shingles vaccination administered by Giant pharmacy on Wednesday, May 17, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. The shingles vaccine is a two-injection regimen with no additional boosters needed. It is fully covered by Medicare Plan D. To make an appointment to be vaccinated, call 215-698-7300, Ext. 195 and leave a message. ••
Go see Mamma Mia!
The Star Players, of the city Department of Parks and Recreation, will present Mamma Mia! from June 2-4 at 7 p.m. at Venice Island Performing Arts Center, 7 Lock St. in Manayunk. Tickets cost $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Group rates are available. Tickets are available at Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St., or on Venmo @TheStarplayers. For more information, contact director Bill Arthur at 215-685-8714 or [email protected]. ••
St. Martha reunion
The St. Martha Grammar School Class of 1973 will hold its 50th reunion on Friday, June 2, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Irish Rover, at 1033 S. Bellevue Ave., in Langhorne. ••
Learn about healthy diet
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road, invites the public for an afternoon of cooking, eating and learning about the healthy Mediterranean diet. On Sunday, June 4, at 2 p.m., the synagogue will welcome guest chef Aliza Green and registered dietician and founder of Key Nutrition Olena Zinshtein, who together will cook and talk about the Mediterranean diet. The cost is $5 per person and reservations are required. Send your check to the synagogue office by May 26. Call Lynn Ratmansky at 215-677-1600. ••
What’s your favorite book?
The Book Club of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim will be holding a Zoom session on Monday, June 5, at 7 p.m. Members can speak about their favorite book. To register, call Lynn Ratmansky at 215-677-1600. ••
5K for charity
Madison’s Miracles Inc. – a charity in memory of Fox Chase native Madison Klepesky – will present the Flying Angels 5K on June 10 at 8 a.m. in Beaufort, South Carolina. Sponsorships are available at $1,250, $2,500, $5,000 and $10,000. To make a donation, send checks payable to Madison’s Miracles Inc. to 4 Fox Sparrow Road, Beaufort, SC 29907. For more information, call 267-226-9500, visit https://www.madisonsmiraclesinc.org/ or email [email protected].
Madison Klepesky, a St. Cecilia and St. Hubert graduate, was 18 when she died in a car accident caused by a speeding drunk driver in 2021 in South Carolina. She was a student at the University of South Carolina Beaufort. She would have turned 20 on June 10, the day of the 5K. ••
Trip to Franklin Institute
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is sponsoring a bus trip to the Disney100 Exhibition at the Franklin Institute, followed by dinner at Spasso’s Italian Grill, on Wednesday, June 21. The all-inclusive cost is $148. Call 215-788-2106. ••
Sisterhood meeting May 16
The Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road, will be hosting a meeting on Tuesday, May 16. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the program beginning at 7:30. Lynn Levin will speak about her new collection of short stories entitled House Parties. Levin is a poet, author, translator and adjunct associate professor in the Department of English and Philosophy at Drexel University. Copies of her book will be available for sale for $20. Light refreshments will be served. There is no charge for the program. Call the synagogue office at 215-677-1600. ••
Cultural trip to Bryn Athyn Cathedral
The Sisterhood of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim will take a one-hour tour of Bryn Athyn Cathedral on Thursday, May 18, at 1 p.m. There are no steps, and restrooms are accessible. The cost is $10 per person. To register, send a check, payable to CSS Sisterhood, with Bryn Athyn on the memo line, to the CSS office, 9768 Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA 19115, Attn: Bryn Athyn. Include the name, email address and phone number of each person registering. For questions, call Lynn Azoulay at 215-677-1600. ••
VFW looking for members
Bustleton-Somerton/CTR1 Michael J. Strange VFW Post 6617 meets on the third Wednesday of every month at American Legion Post 810, 9151 Old Newtown Road. Meetings start at 7:30 p.m. If you are a military veteran who served in a designated combat zone, you are eligible to join the VFW. Contact Commander Israel Wolmark at 215-725-0630 if you would like to join the post. ••
North Catholic reunion
Northeast Catholic Class of 1969 will meet on May 13 at 2 p.m. at Port Richmond Pub, 2601 E. Venango St. (at Almond Street). There will be a cash bar and food. To RSVP, contact Jack Devine ([email protected] or 215-379-3303); Tom Jordon ([email protected]); or Leo Filewicz (215-292-7193). ••
50th reunion
Northeast Catholic High School Class of ‘73 will hold its 50th reunion on June 1, from 6-10 p.m., at Brookside Manor, 50 Bustleton Pike, Feasterville. Tickets cost $73, payable to NC-73 Reunion. Mail to Mike Kaiser, 14014 Napier St., Philadelphia, PA 19116. Deadline is May 22. Cost includes appetizers, full buffet, dessert and open bar. ••
Trip to Mackinac Island, Michigan
The Polish American Cultural Center Museum volunteers are sponsoring a 7-day, 6-night trip to Mackinac Island, Michigan from July 9-15. The trip consists of a ferry ride to Mackinac Island, two nights at the Grand Hotel, a horse-drawn carriage ride and visits to Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, the Henry Ford Museum and the National Shrine of the Cross in the Woods. The price includes bus transportation, hotels, six breakfasts, six dinners, a buffet luncheon at the Grand Hotel, admission to all attractions, baggage handling, taxes and gratuities. Call Theresa Romanowski at 215-813-2780 or 215-922-1700. ••
Night Markets to open
The first Mayfair Night Market will open on Thursday, May 18, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at Frankford and Cottman avenues. There will be food trucks, vendors, drinks and live music by Bogside Rogues. The remaining schedule is June 15 (Philly Heart & Soul), July 20 (Earcandy), Aug. 17 (The Launch) and Sept. 21 (Jumper). Vendors can apply at MayfairVendors.EventBrite.com. ••
Memorial Day ceremony
The public is invited to honor the fallen on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, at noon at the Charles J. Glenn III Memorial, at Marlborough and Wildey streets in Fishtown. The event will feature the Vietnam Veterans Society and the Philadelphia Police and Fire Pipes and Drums. ••
Rummage sale
Presentation BVM, Woodland Avenue and Old Soldiers Road, will hold a rummage sale in the church hall on Friday, May 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, May 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 215-379-1364.
Benefits of meal prep
Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus will host Spring Cleaning Your Diet: Meal Prepping Tips and More on Wednesday, May 31, at 6:30 p.m. at Cheltenham Friends Meetinghouse, 7600 Central Ave. Dietitian Elizabeth George will discuss the benefits of meal prep and how to maintain a healthy diet. To register, call 215-728-4861 or email [email protected]. ••
Clothing drive for charity
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is running a clothing drive on Saturday, June 3. The event will be held at 604 Township Line Road, Cheltenham, from 9 a.m. to noon. Bring your gently used clothing, accessories, books and small trinkets in bags or boxed for pick-up. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care. ••
Book discussion in Bustleton
Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., will host a book discussion on Interior Chinatown on Monday, June 5, at 6 p.m. Interior Chinatown is a novel about race, pop culture, immigration and assimilation, and has been selected for One Book, One Philadelphia. Call 215-685-0472 to request your copy. ••
Learn about building of Brooklyn Bridge
On Sunday, June 4, at 2 p.m., in the headquarters of the Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation, 321 Cedar St., Bristol Borough, Carol Simon Levin will take the stage as Emily Warren Roebling in a presentation entitled Bridge Builder in Petticoats. Levin is an author, professional storyteller and independent historian. In this first-person portrayal, she will share her research on Emily Warren Roebling’s role in the building of the Brooklyn Bridge. Light refreshment will be served. A donation of $5 per adult is requested, payable at the door. No fee for students. Call 215-788-9408. ••
Cruise and boardwalk
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is sponsoring a day trip that includes a narrated luncheon cruise on the “River Lady” paddlewheel out of Toms River, cruising on the Toms River and Barnegat Bay, and free time on the Asbury Park boardwalk. All-inclusive cost is $118. Reservations close on June 15. Call 215-788-9408. ••
Fox Chase has new urologic institute
Fox Chase Cancer Center and Temple Health announced the new Fox Chase-Temple Urologic Institute, an initiative that will concentrate on both benign and oncologic urology. With more than 20 urologists on faculty, the Institute will provide services at multiple locations throughout the greater Philadelphia area.
“Our urologists have experience treating some of the most complex and advanced oncologic and benign urologic conditions. As leaders in the field, our urologists not only stay on top of the latest changes in medicine but often lead the development of new treatment advances and surgical techniques,” said Dr. Robert Uzzo, president and CEO of Fox Chase Cancer Center and executive director of the Institute.
Beyond general urologic care, the benign urology team specializes in less common procedures such as advanced perineal and abdominal reconstruction, prostate enucleation, bladder augmentation and urinary diversion, complex bladder pathology and vaginal reconstruction.
The Fox Chase-Temple Urologic Institute will offer patients access to clinical trials, targeted therapies, immunotherapies and advanced radiation therapies for the treatment of urologic cancers. Its urologic oncologists will collaborate closely with medical and radiation oncologists to take a multidisciplinary approach to treating cancer, including diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care.
Meeting biweekly to discuss patient cases and potential treatment options, the Institute’s team will leverage their experience as one of the largest fellowship-trained genitourinary cancer teams in the country.
The Fox Chase-Temple Urologic Institute is designed to provide a seamless transition for patients with urologic cancers who require treatment for benign urology conditions following cancer therapy.
“With the creation of this new urologic institute, Temple Health and Fox Chase will now be able to extend our exceptional, cutting-edge care to patients closer to their homes,” Uzzo said. “We are thrilled to extend these services to our neighboring communities and are committed to providing our patients with the quality and convenience they deserve from their healthcare providers.” ••
New radiation oncology doc at Fox Chase
Fox Chase Cancer Center announced the hiring of Dr. Abigail T. Berman as an assistant professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology. Berman will focus on caring for patients with thoracic and gastrointestinal cancers.
Most recently, Berman served as a radiation oncologist at Penn Medicine and currently serves as head of Enterprise Radiation Oncology at CVS Health. During her time as assistant professor of Radiation Oncology at Penn Medicine, she held a number of other roles, including associate director at the Penn Center for Precision Medicine and residency program director in radiation oncology.
Berman earned her undergraduate degree in chemistry from Harvard University and her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, where she also received a Master of Science in Clinical Epidemiology. She completed her residency in radiation oncology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
She is a member of the American Society for Radiation Oncology, the American Society for Clinical Oncology and the American Association for Cancer Education. Over the course of her career, Berman has earned multiple honors recognizing her abilities as an academic, including the ARRO Educator of the Year Award. She has also published more than 100 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters and has lectured on radiation oncology nationally and internationally. ••
Upcoming cruise
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is sponsoring a fully escorted Holy Lands & Aegean Majesty cruise from Oct. 6-17, visiting Israel, Cyprus, Greece, Turkey and Italy. Rates, including airfare, range from $4,298 to $8,098 per person, double occupancy. Call 215-788-9408 for information and reservations. ••
Cruise the Mediterranean
Norwegian Cruise Line will host a Mediterranean cruise from Rome to Venice on Oct. 10-19. The trip is all inclusive with round-trip airfare, a beverage package, all meals, three specialty dinners, taxes, transfers and all gratuities. The cost for a balcony sea view cabin is $3,511 per person. For more information, contact Fillmore Travel’s Kevin Fries at 215-498-8294 or [email protected]. ••
South Phila. HS class of ‘68 reunion
The South Philadelphia High School Class of 1968 will hold its 55th reunion on Saturday, Oct. 21, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Waterfall Room, 2015 S. Water St. Tickets cost $60 and include buffet dinner and open bar. For tickets and more information, call Arleen Liberi [609-922-2419], Maria Leati [856-287-3734] or Stephen Michielli [267-252-2740]. ••
