Concert at St. Cecilia
St. Cecilia Church, 535 Rhawn St., will hold a clarinet and strings concert on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 2 p.m. The cost is $10 for adults, $15 for families and $5 for students and seniors. Tickets are available at the door and at artcinia.com ••
Free computer session
Holy Family University will host Demystifying Windows 10 to Windows 11 on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 7-8:30 p.m. in Room 412 of its Education and Technology Center building, 9801 Frankford Ave. The event is free. Register at www.holyfamily.edu/familycenter, by calling 267-341-3305 or by emailing [email protected]. ••
Bingo on Nov. 1
Gift of Giving will host cash bingo on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at St. Dominic’s Marian Hall, 8532 Frankford Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets cost $35 and include beer, wine, soda and dessert. BYO drinks and snacks. Call Tom at 267-312-5225 for tickets. ••
Family scrapbooking
Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., will host Hyperlocal Heritage Family Scrapbooking on Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 4 p.m. The event will include fun, visual storytelling. Put your memories on the page with scissors, glue, photos and imagery. Collage and scrapbook materials will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own photos, drawings or paper. ••
Learn weight-loss tips
Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave., will host Holistic Weight Loss Coaching on Monday, Oct. 6, at 5 p.m. The program is for people with eating issues and those who’d like to lose weight and feel better. The program will be presented by Kristin Baldassari, of Harvest Moon Weight Loss, who will discuss diet, nutrition and exercise. The Friends of Holmesburg Library is funding the program. ••
Sign up for KidSpace
KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., has opened enrollment for its KidSpace afterschool enrichment program. KidSpace is open weekdays from 3-6 p.m. and provides services during most school closings and early dismissals. Activities include homework help, swimming, art, dancing, baking, Zumba, games and sports activities taught by Olympic champion Mariya Ryemyen. The program also offers free transportation from Anne Frank Elementary School, Philadelphia Academy Charter School and MaST Community Charter School I, II and III. Cost for a full-time participant is $135 per child, part-time one to four days $40 per day per child and if school is closed (7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.) the cost is $65 per day per child with a half-day costing $50 per day per child. To enroll or for further information, contact Cierra Adams at 215-698-7300, Ext. 112 or [email protected] or Victoria Faykin (Russian) at 215-698-7300, Ext. 175 or [email protected]. ••
Yom Kippur services
KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., is offering Yom Kippur services free to the community on Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 1-2. The services will be officiated by Rabbi Alexander Koifman from Israel and Alexander Shraybman. The schedule is as follows: Wednesday, Oct. 1, Kol Nidre, beginning 6:24 p.m.; and Thursday, Oct. 2, beginning 9 a.m. Yizkor 1, 11:30 a.m., Yizkor 2, noon, Yizkor 3, 12:30 p.m. Yom Kippur evening service beginning at 5 p.m. Yom Kippur concludes with the Havalah service at 7:21 p.m. which includes the sounding of the Shofar. Donations appreciated. Call 215-698-7300. ••
Painting fundraiser for Alzheimer’s
The Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6401 Martins Mill Road, will host a fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association in its social hall on Thursday, Oct. 16, at 6 p.m. Entry to Paint 2 You is $25 per person, with all materials provided. It will be a BYOB/wine and snacks event. Register by Oct. 1 by calling Angie Hernandez at 215-697-8409. ••
Register of Wills at NE Regional
The Register of Wills office will have a pop-up event on Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. The educational session will focus on wills, probate, marriage licenses and records and title clearance (tangled titles). After a brief presentation, staff from the Register of Wills will be available at information tables, at the main lobby, to answer your questions and provide personalized guidance on the services it offers. You can request a marriage record during the event. Bring a $40 money order or cashier’s check, and you’ll be notified when your record is ready for pickup at Northeast Regional. Language support will be available in Spanish, Mandarin Chinese and Portuguese. ••
Book club at Lawncrest Library
Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave., will hold a book club meeting on Saturday, Sept. 27, at 11 a.m. Chills, Thrills & Unicorns celebrates genres such as horror, thrillers, fantasy and romance.
The library hosts LEAP after-school programs Mondays and Tuesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. and Wednesdays to Fridays from 3-5 p.m. The after-school leader offers homework help and fun activities such as stories, games, crafts, dance parties, puzzles, scavenger hunts and movies.
Every Thursday at 1:30 p.m., an English conversation group for adults meets. The group is for intermediate-advanced English speakers.
The library recently added Saturday hours,10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ••
Free community block party
Grace Community Bible Church, 648 Knorr St., invites the public to attend a community block party on Saturday, Sept. 27, from noon to 3 p.m. There is free entry, and the afternoon will include games, prizes, food, face painting, a Bible story and a bounce house. ••
Solomon senior fair
State Rep. Jared Solomon will hold a senior fair on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Northeast Services Hub, 6434 Castor Ave. There will be light refreshments and information on Property Tax/Rent Rebate, SEPTA Senior ID, unclaimed property and more. A free parking lot is behind the building. To RSVP or for more information, call 215-342-6340. ••
Paper shredding in Parkwood
State Rep. Martina White will sponsor a paper-shredding event on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9 a.m. to noon, at St. Anselm, 12650 Dunks Ferry Road. Up to four paper bags per person. Call 215-330-3711. ••
Community day at Fox Chase Farm
Fox Chase Farm, 8500 Pine Road, will host a family and community day on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a 5k run/walk, softball tournament, cow plop bingo, baby goat naming, food, face painting and balloon art. Bring your own chair. ••
E-cycling, recycling, shredding
City Councilman Brian O’Neill will sponsor three upcoming events, all on Saturdays from 9-11 a.m.
E-cycling will take place on Sept. 27, at O’Neill’s office at 1701 Bowler St. (at Bustleton Avenue).
Recycling buckets will be given away on Oct. 18 at FOP Lodge 5, 11630 Caroline Road.
Shredding is scheduled for Oct. 25 at American Heritage Credit Union, 432 Rhawn St. ••
Thrift shop to reopen Sept. 25
The Classroom Thrift Shop, 4301 Tyson Ave., sponsored by the women of Temple Menorah Keneseth Chai, will reopen on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 10 a.m. ••
Trip to the Tropicana
Holy Innocents will hold a Christmas casino trip to the Tropicana on Thursday, Dec. 4. A bus will depart from L Street and Hunting Park Avenue at 10 a.m. The cost is $125 and includes transportation, $25 slot play, a ticket to Dance to the Holidays at 3:30 p.m. and a full hot and cold buffet. The bus will depart the Tropicana at 5:30 p.m. To reserve your seat, call Cindy at 215-535-2740. ••
Events in Tacony
There will be two upcoming events in Tacony.
Sept. 29, 5 p.m.: Scarecrow making, Tacony LAB, 6918 Torresdale Ave.
Sept. 30, 5:30 p.m.: adults’ trivia, Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. ••
Bustleton Civic to meet
The Greater Bustleton Civic League will hold a membership meeting on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 7 p.m. in the Community Room of American Heritage Credit Union, 2060 Red Lion Road. Meetings are open to the public. Email [email protected] or call 215-676-6890. ••
St. Jerome Seniors to meet
Upcoming St. Jerome Seniors meetings are on Thursdays, Sept. 25 and Oct. 23 in the school hall, 3031 Stamford St. Arrive by 10 a.m. The meeting begins promptly at 11 a.m. ••
Preschool storytime and play
Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 Knights Road, will host Preschool Storytime & Play on Thursdays, Sept. 25, Oct. 9 and 23 and Nov. 6 and 20 at 10:30 a.m. There will be fun stories and songs followed by creative play. For children ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult. Call 215-685-9383. ••
Events at Ryerss
Ryerss Museum & Library, 7370 Central Ave., in Burholme Park, has the following upcoming events:
Fridays, Sept. 26, Oct. 10 and 24 and Nov. 14, 1-3 p.m., Fibercraft Friends
Saturday, Sept. 27, 1 p.m., The Ryerss Family Collection: Some Favorite Things Tour ($5)
Saturdays, Oct. 11 and Nov. 8 and 22, 10:30 a.m., Storytime
Saturday, Oct. 11, 1 p.m., Quilting Workshop
Fridays, Oct. 17 and Nov. 21, 1-3 p.m., Book Club
Saturday, Oct. 25, noon to 3 p.m., Halloween Party
Saturday, Nov. 8, 1 p.m., presentation by author and historian Tom Keels
Saturday, Dec. 13, Victorian Christmas Open house
To register or for more information, call 215-685-0599 or visit https://robertryerss.org ••
Upcoming operas
Amici Opera Company will present two upcoming performances of Puccini’s La Fancuilla Del West (The Girl of the Golden West), first on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 4 p.m., at Community Presbyterian Church, 1501 W. Brigantine Ave., Brigantine. The cost is $30.
La Fancuilla Del West will also be performed on Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 6 p.m. at La Piovra, 7901 High School Road, Elkins Park. The cost for dinner and the show is $54.95 (tips and tax not included). For reservations, call 215-606-3800.
Call 215-224-0257 or visit the Amici Opera Company page on Facebook. ••
Yesterday Once More
St. William Travel will take a trip to Penn’s Peak, in Jim Thorpe, on Wednesday, Oct. 1, to see a tribute to the Carpenters. The cost is $105 and includes the show and a sit-down luncheon. All taxes, driver’s fee and gratuities are included. Call Betty at 215-745-7199. ••
Travel with Maternity BVM Seniors
Maternity BVM Seniors have announced their 2025 group trip schedule. People are invited to join them on the following trips: Sight and Sound – Noah, Thursday, Sept. 25, $180; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Sea Watch Resort, Oct. 6-10; Tropicana – Blockbuster Broadway, Monday, Nov. 17, $80. For information, call Betty Ann at 215-964-7125 or Connie at 215-338-9141. ••
Mike Perzel book signings
Mike Perzel, author of Livin’ It, will have two upcoming book sales and signings. The first one will be on Friday, Sept. 26, at LuLu Country Club, in Oreland. The other will be on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at Jimmy’s Timeout Sports Pub, 5001 Linden Ave. Both events will be from 4-8 p.m. Anyone who already has a book can bring it to be signed. Books will also be for sale. The book is billed as the “true story of a bad kid from Philly who defies the odds” and chronicles Perzel’s life in Mayfair from age 11-19. The author later became a successful insurance broker, with an office on Frankford Avenue. ••
Shredding on Oct. 4
A shredding event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 9 a.m. to noon, at the Linden Avenue boar launch near the Delaware River. The event is sponsored by state Sen. Joe Picozzi, City Councilman Mike Driscoll, Philadelphia Federal Credit Union and Monster Doc Shred. ••
Church anniversary
First Baptist Church of Huntingdon Valley, 2451 Murray Ave. in Huntingdon Valley, will be celebrating its 125th anniversary on Sunday, Nov. 9, at 11 a.m. The Rev. Bruce W. Petty serves as pastor. To RSVP, call 215-947-9341. ••
Schedule a mammogram
Fox Chase Cancer Center will hold mobile mammography screenings on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 9 a.m. at the district office of state Rep. Jared Solomon, 6434 Castor Ave. You are eligible for a mammogram if you are 40 or older and due for an annual screening; age 35-39 baseline screening or as recommended; prescription from your doctor; no new breast problems; no breast implants; and nor pregnant or breast feeding. To schedule an appointment, email [email protected]. ••
History programs
Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia will sponsor The Poquessing: Discover Philadelphia’s Forgotten Creek on Saturday, Oct. 4 (rain date Oct. 11), from 1-3 p.m., in the parking area at the playground ball fields at 3155 Mechanicsville Road in Parkwood. The event is free, but advance registration is required at preservationalliance.com
Poquessing Trail of History programming will continue on with In the Light of Freedom: Historical Reenactment and Lantern Parade on Oct. 18 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Next up will be What was Purvis Reading? The Books of a Great Abolitionist on Nov. 15 at 1 p.m.
For more information, visit poquessingtrailofhistory.org ••
Cuts -n- Cars Nov. 9 at Oxley
William D. Oxley Post 133, 7900 Torresdale Ave. (at Decatur Street), will host Cuts -n- Cars on Sunday, Nov. 9. A car show will be on the avenue from noon to 5 p.m. There will be a cut-a-thon from 3-7 p.m., offering free haircuts for all veterans. Veterans are welcome to stay for a free soda and slice of pizza or soft pretzel. City Councilman Mike Driscoll and state Rep. Pat Gallagher are co-sponsoring the event, which will include a food truck. For more information, call Kay Brookes at 267-255-5234. ••
Yard sale on Oct. 18
The Villages at Pine Valley yard sale will take place on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The rain date is Sunday, Oct. 19. The community address is 900 Pine Valley Blvd. (between Verree Road and Pine Road). Use the Verree Road entrance, near CORA Services, or the Pine Road entrance, near Shady Lane. Parking is available at the clubhouse. ••
Bingo at Loudenslager
Corp. John Loudenslager American Legion Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave., is offering community bingo every second and fourth Friday. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and games begin at 7:30. There are dollar hot dogs and free popcorn. ••
Thanksgiving parade scheduled
The 48th Mayfair-Holmesburg Thanksgiving Parade will take place on Sunday, Nov. 23, from noon to 3 p.m. For more information , visit thanksgivingparade.org. ••
Charity bingo
Women’s Cancer Research Association will hold its annual bingo on Thursday, Oct. 16, at Brookside Manor, 50 Bustleton Pike, in Feasterville. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Bingo starts at noon. The cost is $55, which includes a luncheon, 10 bingo games and daubers. Raffles will be sold separately. All proceeds support local cancer research. For reservations, email [email protected]. ••
Magic show, buffet lunch trip
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is going to the Magic & Wonder Dinner Theater in Lancaster on Oct. 9. The price is $145 per person and includes round trip motorcoach transportation, buffet lunch at the theater and the “Imaginarium” Magic & Wonder show, featuring illusionist Brett Myers, winner of the Merlin award for Best Magic and Variety. The bus leaves from 604 Cottman Ave., Cheltenham (near the intersection of Church and Township Line roads) and departure is 9:30 a.m. Return time is about 6:30 p.m. For reservations, call 267-265-5348. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
LF class of ‘75 reunion
Little Flower Class of 1975 will hold a 50-year reunion on Sunday, Oct. 26, at Bustleton Manor, 50 Bustleton Pike, in Feasterville. Mass will be at noon, followed by the reunion from 1-5 p.m. The cost is $75, including a buffet meal, soft drinks, coffee, DJ and a donation to an LF scholarship fund in the Class of 1975’s name. There will be a cash bar. To buy a ticket, visit https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=GiTZoy. For more information, go to “Little Flower Class of ‘75 – Reunion Planning” on Facebook. ••
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Curfew, underage drinking
Curfew in Philadelphia is 9:30 p.m. for anyone 13 and under and 10 p.m. for those ages 14-17. If police pick up someone for a curfew violation in the Northeast, the young person will be taken home, to the Community Evening Resource Center at 4704 Leiper St. in Frankford or to the 2nd, 7th, 8th or 15th police districts. The penalty for a curfew violation can be up to $300.
Under state law, underage drinking is a summary offense with a $500 fine for the first violation. Anyone receiving a citation for underage drinking can be asked about it on applications for jobs, college applications and appointments to military service academies. ••
Chair yoga at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., hosts chair yoga on Wednesdays at 10:10 a.m. The class is presented by Yoga4Philly and sponsored by Friends of Bustleton Library. ••
English classes at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., hosts free intermediate English classes on Mondays and Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. To register, go to remind.com/join/dbhd4e or call 215-685-0472. ••
Ethnic food fair in November
St. Stephen’s Orthodox Cathedral, 8598 Verree Road, will host an ethnic food fair on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 8-9, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be homemade pierogies, halupki and other ethnic foods from around the world. ••
Jeanes farm stand is open
The Temple University Hospital — Jeanes Campus farm stand, 7600 Central Ave., is open Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through October. The stand is located next to Parking Lot C. Call 215-728-2131 or email [email protected] ••
Activities at Rosemary Montagno Senior Center
The Rosemary Montagno Senior Center, 12601 Townsend Road, has the following schedule: Monday – free time activities, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Tuesday – bingo, 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.; Wednesday – pinochle and mahjong, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., ceramics, 10 a.m. to noon; Thursday – line dancing, 10:30 a.m. to noon; Friday – Pinochle 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ••
Join St. Anselm Seniors
St. Anselm has started a senior citizen club that meets most Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Our Lady of Victory Hall, 12650 Dunksferry Road. The club is open to men and women 55 and older, and members don’t have to be St. Anselm parishioners. For more information, visit the St. Anselm Senior Citizens Club page on Facebook. ••
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. Call Commander Israel Wolmark at 215-725-0630 if you would like to join the post. ••
Programs at NE Regional
Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave., offers the following recurring programs:
• Crochet Club, Fridays at 11 a.m. in the second-floor Humanities Department. Bring your own materials.
• Mixed Level English Class, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2-4 p.m. Call 215-685-0522.
• PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance, Wednesdays, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Call 833-750-5627.
• Chess Club for Adults & Teens, Tuesdays, 4-6 p.m.
• One-on-One Basic Computer Help Appointments, Fridays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 215-685-0525.
• Thursday Computer Help: Various Subjects, Thursdays, 1-2 p.m.
• Gadget Help, Mondays and Wednesdays upon request. Call 215-685-0525.
• Computer Skills for Beginners, Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m. Register at 215-474-1235.
• English Conversation Group – Intermediate-plus, Mondays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Register at 215-474-1235. ••
Cruise to Italy, Greece, Turkey
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is sponsoring an “Antiquity to Anatolia” cruise, Oct. 29 to Nov. 9, aboard Oceania Cruises’ “Oceania Vista,” sailing from Rome and visiting Cinque Terre, Naples/Pompeii and Taormina (Sicily), Italy; Cephalonia, Katakolon, Athens and Santorini, Greece; and Ephesus and Istanbul, Turkey. Rates per person, including round-trip air from Philadelphia, range from $6,150 to $6,450. For flyers, call 215-788-9408 or go to http://www.bristolhistory.org. ••
Help available for veterans
State Rep. Jared Solomon hosts a veterans clinic at his office at 7104 Frankford Ave. on the second Thursday of the month, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. A representative from American Legion Post 810 assists veterans with benefits. To make an appointment, call 215-543-6755. ••
Bingo at Cannstatter’s
Bingo is played every Thursday at Cannstatter’s, 9130 Academy Road. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:30. Call 215-322-0121. ••
Buy shopping pass to support charity
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is partnering with Boscov’s “Friends Helping Friends” on Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., at all Boscov’s locations. The group is selling a shopping pass for $5, which can represent savings of up to 25% off purchases. Call 215-675-6985 to purchase shopping passes. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Brunch, entertainment, handbag sale
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is hosting a brunch at Bella Tori at the Mansion, 321 S. Bellevue Ave., Langhorne, on Saturday, Nov. 8, starting at 11:30 a.m. The cost is $60 per person and includes salads, cheeses, vegetables, pasta dishes, chicken piccata, quiche, assorted mini desserts and beverages. There will be a cash bar. Entertainment provided by vocalist Calvin Pressley. In addition, there will be a cash-only sale of new and gently used handbags. For tickets, call 215-605-3016 or 215-742-2703. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Community Showcase
Join Presbyterian Senior Living for its Community Showcase on Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cathedral Village, 600 E. Cathedral Road, in Roxborough. Visitors will sample cuisine and learn about community life and resident-led activities. Reservations are requested. Visit https://www.presbyterianseniorliving.org/communityshowcase ••
2 trips scheduled
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is offering two bus trips.
The group will go to Eckley Miners’ Village and Jim Thorpe on Wednesday, Oct. 1. The trip includes a guided tour of the village and an informative film. A three-course luncheon at the Inn at Jim Thorpe and free time will follow. The all-inclusive cost is $138. Call 215-788-2106 for reservations, which close on Sept. 8.
The group will visit Lyndhurst Mansion, which sits on its own 67-acre park beside the Hudson River in Tarrytown, New York. A hot buffet luncheon will be served. The all-inclusive cost is $168. Call 215-788-7537 for reservations, which close on Oct. 31. ••
Gone cruisin’
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is planning to go on two cruises next year.
The group is headed to Bermuda and Charleston, South Carolina from April 30 to May 7, on Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Jewel, sailing from Philadelphia; Rates range from $1,710 to $2,283 per person, double occupancy, and includes the cruise, service gratuities and beverage and dining package gratuities.
There will be a trip to Greece from Aug. 29 to Sept. 7. Rates range from $4,957 to $5,771 per person, double occupancy, and include round-trip airfare from Philadelphia, the cruise, beverages and taxes.
Passports are required. For a flyer, call 215-788-9408. For reservations, call 800-423-0247. ••
Parkinson’s support group at Jeanes
Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus, 7604 Central Ave., will host meetings of a Parkinson’s disease support group in its Cheltenham Friends Meetinghouse. The meetings, from 5-6 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every other month, are open to people diagnosed with Parkinson’s and their families, and are led by nurse practitioner June Ro. The schedule, with guest speakers, is Oct. 8 (social worker Luisa Enriquez) and Dec. 10 (Dr. Teodora Schellato, urologist, and physical therapist Sonia Williams-Joseph).
To register, contact Ro at 215-707-2619 or [email protected]. ••
Tartaglione senior expos
State Sen. Tina Tartaglione will hold four upcoming senior expos, all on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Oct. 3 at Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4601 Richmond St.; Oct. 10 at Cohox Recreation Center, 2901 Cedar St.; Oct. 17 at Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St; and Oct. 24 at Juniata Boys and Girls Club, 1225 E. Cayuga St. Call 215-533-0440. ••
Fall festival at St. Cecilia
St. Cecilia Church, 535 Rhawn St., will hold its fall festival on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., in the parking lot. Festival activities include games for children and adults, pumpkin painting and face painting, balloon art, bounce house and a petting zoo. There will also be a craft fair in the school gym. Food will be available for purchase. ••
Housing fair
On Sept. 27, PHDC will be hosting its annual free housing fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Temple University Aramark Student Training and Recreation Complex at 1816 N. 15th St. There will be housing resources for first-time homeowners, renters, landlords and developers, along with face painting, crafts, the 76ers Drumline and a meet and greet with the Philadelphia Union’s mascot, Phang. ••
Flu and vaccine shots
Representatives from Giant Pharmacy will offer flu and other vaccine shots at KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., on Thursday, Oct. 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The public is invited to join with members. The flu and pneumonia shots are covered by Medicare Part B, while the shingles shots, Tdap and RSV vaccinations are covered by the Medicare Part D prescription plan. Bring your Medicare, pharmacy and other insurance cards. To reserve an appointment, call 215-698-7300, Ext. 193. ••
Meeting in Fox Chase on Oct. 8
The Fox Chase Town Watch and Fox Chase Civic Association meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at American Legion Loudenslager Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave. The group will meet on the following dates: Oct. 8 and Nov. 12. ••
Halloween festival
A Halloween festival will take place on Oct. 25 from 1-6 p.m. at Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. There will be arts and crafts, yoga, movies, a costume contest, live music, a yard sale, refreshments and a carnival. ••
October in Tacony
There will be a number of upcoming events in Tacony in October. Here is the schedule:
Oct. 3, 6-9 p.m.: Spooky Maker Market, art, s’mores and other activities, 6900 block of Torresdale Ave.
Oct. 4, 2 p.m.: Monster Mash with Ms. Dee, $20, baking activity, 6742 Torresdale Ave.
Oct. 6, 4 p.m.: Painting With a Treat, Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave.
Oct. 8, 5 p.m.: Pumpkin carving, Tacony LAB, 6918 Torresdale Ave.
Oct. 18, 6 p.m.: Tacony Ghost Tour, meet in front of Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave.
Oct. 20, 4 p.m.: costume making, Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave.
Oct. 30, 6 p.m.: Painting With a Treat, Tacony LAB, 6918 Torresdale Ave. ••
Bustleton Bengals clothing drive
The Bustleton Bengals will hold their annual clothing drive and “more” on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., at President Street and Conwell Avenue. The Bengals will accept men’s, women’s and children’s clothing and shoes; accessories; household items; soft toys; and car seats and strollers. All donations must be in tied trash bags. If you cannot drop off your donations, call Chris Tarducci at 215-906-8179 for possible pickup. ••
Blessing of the Animals
Redemption Lutheran Church, 8001 Bustleton Ave., will have a Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, Oct. 5, at its 10 a.m. worship service. Bring your pet or a photo of your pet. Pet toys and pet blankets are being collected for PAWS Northeast. ••
Empowerment program for girls at First Phila. Prep
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School is launching the Girls Advocacy and Leadership Series, an empowerment program developed by Women’s Campaign International to equip young girls with the tools to become confident leaders and agents of change in their communities.
The GALS initiative at First Philadelphia, 4300 Tacony St., runs weekly on Tuesdays from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and culminates Nov. 10, serving as an extension of the school’s existing Temple University Conflict Coaching program, intended to reduce behavioral incidents on campus.
“We’ve seen incredible transformations through conflict coaching over the last two years,” said Dr. Erina Pearlstein, principal (Grades 9-12) of First Philadelphia and GALS initiative leader. “By implementing GALS, we’re deepening our students’ capacity for advocacy, leadership and self-empowerment.”
Created specifically to serve girls in Philadelphia facing socio-economic challenges, the GALS program helps participants develop leadership skills, confidence and real-world tools to navigate conflict, express themselves and plan for future success. Over the course of 10 sessions, students explore topics such as communication, mindfulness, healthy relationships and self-esteem. Each session is designed to build upon the last, culminating in a personal blueprint for leadership and social change.
“Programs like GALS have the power to transform individual lives and uplift entire communities,” said Marjorie Margolies, a former congresswoman and founder and president of Women’s Campaign International. “We’re thrilled to bring this curriculum to First Philadelphia and support the next generation of powerful young women.”
GALS is a collaborative effort among WCI, the School District of Philadelphia and the community. At First Philadelphia, the program is facilitated by a team of WCI educators supported by school staff, who serve as coaches and mentors throughout the series.
For more information, visit www.ap-schools.org/First-Phila-Prep. ••
ArtsFest at Glen Foerd
Glen Foerd, 5001 Grant Ave., will present ArtsFest, the annual celebration of the Artists in Residence whose culminating work will be on display throughout the mansion, on Sunday, Oct. 5, from 1-4 p.m. Each artist will present their work and engage in a Q&A with the audience. After the presentations, the celebration will continue with a musical performance by Guachinangos. There will be food, drink, children’s activities and self-guided mansion tours. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs. Admission is free, though donations are appreciated. For more information, call 215-632-5330 or visit www.glenfoerd.org/events. ••
Apply for scholarships
Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia, a K-8th grade scholarship program, has opened its 2026-27 scholarship lottery application. CSFP is a privately funded program that provides financial access to students from “under-resourced” Philadelphia families, ensuring that they have access to tuition-based schools. The application is open through March 1, 2026, though families are encouraged to apply by the priority deadline on Nov. 15. Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia also offers resources for families, access to school selection support, events hosted at cultural institutions and the opportunity to receive funding to attend summer camps. To be eligible for a CSFP scholarship, families must be residents of Philadelphia with children in kindergarten through 8th grade and meet household income guidelines. Students who are chosen through the lottery will receive a scholarship through 8th grade. Up to three children per family, per year, can receive a scholarship. To learn more about Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia and apply for the 2026-27 scholarship lottery, visit www.csfphiladelphia.org/apply ••
Pop-up event on marriage records
The Register of Wills office will hold a pop-up event on marriage records on Oct. 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the office of City Councilman Mike Driscoll, 7552 Frankford Ave. The event will help guests with applications for certified copies of marriage records and Real ID. Money orders or cashier checks can be made payable to “City of Philadelphia.” ••
Bird walks every Monday
Fox Chase Farm, 8500 Pine Road, holds a free weekly bird walk, every Monday from 8:15 to 9:30 a.m. Bring your own binoculars. Email [email protected] ••
Volunteer at Fox Chase Farm
Fox Chase Farm is looking for volunteers. Opportunities include weekend community programs and events, garden and greenhouse support, animal care support, administrative duties during events, general grounds care, weekly and monthly highlights newsletters and farm educational ambassadors. For more information, contact Angela at 215-400-3310, Option 3 or [email protected] ••
Shredding at St. James
State Rep. Ed Neilson will sponsor a free community shred event on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 9-11 a.m. in the St. Jerome Parish parking lot, 3031 Stamford St. Call 215-330-3714. ••
Production of Mary Poppins
The Star Players will present the musical Mary Poppins from Oct. 10-12 at Venice Island Performing Arts Center, 7 Lock St. in Manayunk. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Group rates are available. Tickets are available on Venmo @TheStarplayers or at Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St. For more information, call director Bill Arthur at 215-685-8714. ••
