KleinLife’s got a passion for fashion
Two new free fashion programs for active senior adults will get underway at KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., on July 31 and Aug. 1. Both will begin at 12:30 p.m. The public is invited to both programs free of charge.
“Fashion of the 1860s” will feature Jane Peters Estes dressed in period costume delivering a lecture pinpointing the fashions for the period.
The second program, entitled, “Silver Screenings,” begins on Aug. 1 and will showcase the television series, The New Look. In addition to Aug. 1, film segments will be run on Aug. 8, 15, 22 and 29.
For additional information, contact Andrea Kimelheim at 215-698-7300 or [email protected]. ••
KleinLife earns grant
KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., received a $30,000 general operating support grant from the Sarah Ralston Foundation.
Andre Krug, president and CEO of KleinLife, said that he is thrilled to receive the grant.
“It is because of wonderful and generous partners such as the Sarah Ralston Foundation that we are able to continue to deliver quality services to our seniors in Northeast Philadelphia and surrounding communities.”
The Sarah Ralston Foundation supports and enhances the quality of life of vulnerable and “underserved” older adults residing in Philadelphia. ••
Free musical performance
The public is invited as the Tzofim-Israeli Scout Friendship Caravan visits KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., on Tuesday, Aug. 5, at 12:45 p.m. The Scouts will share their lives in Israel through music, song and dance. The free performance will be in the theater. ••
Senior singles club
A Senior Singles Breakfast Club meets Sundays at 10 a.m. at First Watch Restaurant, 805 Huntingdon Pike, in the Huntingdon Valley Plaza. Call 215-380-9144. ••
See ‘Cher’ at Tropicana
St. William Travel is headed to see Cher the Ultimate Tribute on Thursday, July 31, at the Tropicana Casino. Guests will be given $25 in slots and a $20 meal voucher. A bus will leave Gloria Dei Estates, at Rhawn Street and Dungan Road, at 10 a.m. Call Betty at 215-745-7199. ••
Community picnics
State Sen. Tina Tartaglione will hold three more community picnics this summer.
The schedule is Thursday, July 31, at Mayfair Recreation Center, 2990 St. Vincent St.; Tuesday, Aug. 5, at Wissinoming Park, 5773-5945 Frankford Ave.; and Thursday, Aug. 7, at Norris Square Park, 2100 N. Howard St.
Times are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children must be present to receive a backpack. There will be free refreshments, a DJ, back-to-school giveaways, games and face painting.
Call 215-291-4653. ••
15th PD National Night Out at ShopRite
The 15th Police District National Night Out event will be on Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 6-8 p.m., in the parking lot of the Brown Family ShopRite at 5597 Tulip St. There will be entertainment, food, refreshments, giveaways and information tables. ••
National Night Out at Russo Park
Tacony Town Watch is having a National Night Out event on Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 4-7 p.m. at Russo Park, 7300 Torresdale Ave. There will be live entertainment, food trucks, guest speakers, dignitaries and a visit by the mayor’s office. ••
National Night out at 8th PD
The 8th Police District, 3100 Red Lion Road, will host a National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 5-8 p.m. The event will include a back-to-school backpack giveaway. For more information, email community relations officer Cinnamon Hill at [email protected]. ••
National Night Out/bike ride
The 2nd and 7th police districts will hold a community bike ride on Tuesday, Aug. 5, outside Fox Chase Elementary School, 500 Rhawn St. The leisurely ride will be escorted by police officers. All participants will be eligible to win a new bike in a raffle at 5:30.
National Night Out will follow from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Fox Chase school yard. There will be a DJ, food and more. For more information, call state Rep. Sean Dougherty’s office at 215-331-2600. ••
Book chronicles local man’s wild teen years
Michael Perzel and Rick Mowat have released Livin’ It, a memoir about Perzel’s teenage journey through crime, chaos, tragedy and narrowly dodging jail. The book is available on Amazon in paperback and ebook. It’s a true story of rebellion, survival and wild freedom on the streets of 1960s to ‘70s Philadelphia. It chronicles drug-fueled parties, gang wars, motorcycle madness and nun-run reform schools. Perzel, who grew up in Mayfair, later became a longtime insurance broker. To buy the book, go to https://shorturl.at/UyTxN ••
Summer science
Welsh Road Library, 9233 Roosevelt Blvd., will host Science in the Summer Wednesdays at 3 p.m. through Aug. 12, for children in grades 2-6. Register at 215-685-0498.
Preschool storytime and play
Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 Knights Road, will host Preschool Storytime & Play on Thursdays, Aug. 7 and 21, 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. ••
Bus trip to Atlantic City
Holy Innocents is running a casino trip on Friday, Aug. 15. A bus will depart L Street and Hunting Park Avenue at 7:30 a.m. There is an option to attend the wedding/blessing of the sea. Mass will begin at 10 a.m. at the Hard Rock Casino Arena. The bus will depart the Hard Rock at 12:15 p.m. for Resorts Casino, and there will be a $10 slot package for all on the bus. The procession to the sea will take place at 1:15 p.m., and the bus will depart for home at 5 p.m. The cost is $40, due by Aug. 1. To reserve your seat, call Cindy at 215-535-2740. ••
Storytime at Glen Foerd
Family Storytime will take place at Glen Foerd, 5001 Grant Ave., on Thursday, July 31, at 10:30 a.m. Storytime is presented by Torresdale and Welsh Road libraries. Kids ages 1-5 with an adult are invited. Call 215-685-0494. ••
Craft bags at library
Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 Knights Road, will offer Grab & Go Craft Bags at 11 a.m. on the following Mondays: Aug. 4, 11. The bags are for children in kindergarten to fifth grade. Call 215-685-9383. ••
Oldies band at Polish Home
The Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road, will welcome Joey D and Johnny B Rockin Oldies Band on Friday, Aug. 1, from 7-11 p.m. The donation is $10. There will be a cash bar and kitchen. For tickets and information, call John Wisniewski at 215-906-1825. ••
Pennypack Music Festival
The Pennypack Music Festival will take place on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Cannstatter’s, 9130 Academy Road. The schedule is July 30 (Crystal Ship, tribute to the Doors), Aug. 6 (Street Survivor, tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd), Aug. 13 (The Launch, tribute to Queen, Boston and Styx) and Aug. 20 (LeCompt). ••
Trip to see Nunsense
On Wednesday, Aug. 13, the Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is running a bus trip to see the musical comedy Nunsense at Shawnee Playhouse in Shawnee-On-Delaware, Monroe County. Cost is $144 and includes buffet luncheon at Shawnee Inn, ticket to see show and round-trip motorcoach. Bus departs at 9:15 a.m. from 604 Cottman Ave., Cheltenham, and returns about 6:30 p.m. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. Call Sharyn at 267-265-5348. ••
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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Enjoy the music of Bobby Darin
The Maryln Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is going to New York City on Sept. 6 to see the Broadway show about Bobby Darin, Just In Time. The cost is $270, which includes orchestra seat and coach bus. The bus leaves from 604 Township Line Road, Cheltenham, at 9:15 a.m. and returns about 7:30 p.m. This event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. To reserve a ticket, call Penny at 215-342-4231. ••
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. ••
Community safety day
State Rep. Jared Solomon will hold a Community Safety Day on Thursday, Aug. 14, from 4-6 p.m. at Roosevelt Playground, 6455 Walker St. Call 215-342-6340. ••
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. ••
Bingo at Loudenslager
Corp. John Loudenslager American Legion Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave., is offering community bingo every second and fourth Friday at 7 p.m. There are dollar hot dogs and free popcorn. ••
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. ••
St. Jerome trip to Mackinac Island
St. Jerome Seniors are planning a trip to Mackinac Island, Michigan from Aug. 19-25. Cost for double occupancy is $1,685 per person. For reservations and trip details, call Diane McDowell at 267-496-2431. ••
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. ••
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. ••
Ukrainian festival in August
The Ukrainian Folk Festival will take place on Sunday, Aug. 24, from noon to 8 p.m. at the Ukrainian American Sport Center — Tryzub, County Line and Lower State roads, Horsham.
The event will feature folk art, live music, dance, food, refreshments, vendors, arts and crafts displays and live historical reenactments.
The festival’s formal opening ceremony, at 1:30 p.m., will include a tribute to Bobby Pietrangelo and Corey Nawrocki, two suburban Philadelphia men who gave their lives defending Ukraine in its war with Russia.
Admission is $20, with a portion donated to the relief of war victims in Ukraine.
Kids under 15 are admitted free.
Parking is free.
For more information, call 267-664-3857 or visit www.tryzub.org. ••
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. ••
Golfing for a cause
The Leigh Leckerman Foundation will hold Tee for Leigh, its second annual golf classic, on Friday, Sept. 5, at Bensalem Country Club. The cost is $200 per golfer, $800 for a foursome or $60 for dinner only. Sponsorships are available, including those for holes and beverage carts. Proceeds will benefit the foundation, which provides addiction-related services, including detox inpatient and outpatient services and housing. For more information, visit LeighsHelp.org. ••
Wiffle ball tournament
The eighth annual Holly Colwell Save 2nd Base Wiffle Ball Tournament will take place on Saturday, Aug. 2, at Hayes Playground (Bustleton Bengals), 9945 President St. The tournament serves as a fundraiser for breast cancer patients. The winning team will be able to donate $500 to the cancer charity of their choice. First pitch is at 9 a.m. ••
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 Aug. 13 (Dr. Molly Cincotta, neurologist), 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]. ••
Meet local elected officials
Local elected officials and the Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce will present a Northeast Government Open House on Thursday, Aug. 14, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Cannstatter’s, 9130 Academy Road. Guests will be able to ask questions of elected officials and meet representatives of city, state and federal agencies. There will be light refreshments. ••
Hero Thrill Show on Sept. 20
The 70th annual Hero Thrill Show will take place on Saturday, Sept. 20, from noon to 5 p.m., outside the Wells Fargo Center. Tickets cost $15 apiece or $35 for a family up to five. Proceeds pay for the college tuition of the children of Philadelphia police officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty. For more information, visit herothrillshow.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. ••
Soprano to perform at Redemption Lutheran
On Sunday, Aug. 10, soprano Audra Casebier will be performing at the 10 a.m. worship service of Redemption Lutheran Church (8001 Bustleton Ave.). Casebier recently released her musical theater album Here in Eden, featuring Reese Revak on piano. ••
Peachy day in Bristol Borough
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation will host its annual Peach Social on Sunday, Aug. 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. in its air-conditioned headquarters and shaded yard at 321 Cedar St., Bristol Borough. Angel food cake, topped with fresh, sliced peaches and vanilla ice cream will be served. Takeouts will be available. Cost is $10 per person, payable at the door. The event benefits BCHF’s awards to Bristol High School graduates.
The Foundation suggests you start the day by taking a stroll down tree-lined Radcliffe Street, known as the King’s Highway in colonial days, following the self-guided tour brochure available at BCHF headquarters from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 10, and end the day by spending some time at Waterfront Park, watching the boating activity on the Delaware River. ••
Conference on Mission Possible
Bella Victor Ministries will hold a conference titled Mission Possible on Saturday, Aug. 9, at 9 a.m. at Lulu Country Club, 1600 Limekiln Pike in Glenside.
There will be worship, word and winning strategies for business.
The donation is $25 per person and includes a hot breakfast.
Call 215-526-7749. ••
Community block party in Rhawnhurst
Roosevelt Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, 7800 Bustleton Ave., will host a community block party on Saturday, Aug. 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All are welcome. There will be vendors, a DJ, food truck, ice cream, games, photo booth and book bag drive. ••
Mayfair Third Thursdays
The Mayfair Business Improvement District will hold Third Thursday Night Markets through September, 6 to 9:30 p.m., at Frankford, Cottman and Ryan avenues. The dates are Aug. 21 (The Bogside Rogues) and Sept. 18 (Jumper). ••
Third Thursdays at Glen Foerd
Third Thursdays at Glen Foerd resume Aug. 21 with entertainment and refreshments for everyone. There will be a happy hour, live music, food, games, children’s activities and art. The public is invited to bring a blanket or chairs, enjoy lawn games, roam Glen Foerd’s grounds and explore its Gilded Age mansion, which will be open for free self-guided tours. The event is pay-what-you-wish (recommended donation amount is $10). The final date will be Sept. 18. Register at www.glenfoerd.org/events. For more information, call 215-632-5330. ••
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. ••
Paddle the Delaware
LandHealth Institute and Riverfront North Partnership present guided sunset paddles on the Delaware River on the third Thursdays of the month through September. The dates are Aug. 21 and Sept. 18, both at 6 p.m. Participants are asked to arrive at 5:30. The paddles begin at the Tacony Boat Launch, 7071 Milnor St. In all, the trip is 2 to 3 miles. Reserve your kayak at https://www.landhealthinstitute.org/event-details/guided-sunset-paddle-on-the-delaware-2025-07-17-18-00 ••
Resource fair/family fun day
The Northeast Coalition will hold a free resource fair and family fun day on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 3-6 p.m., at St. Martha Parish, 11321 Academy Road. There will be resource tables, moonbounce, inflatable ax throwing, a giant Pong table, face painting, cotton candy, hot dogs and raffles. For more information, email Jen at [email protected] or Mike at [email protected] ••
Free backpacks
City Councilwoman Quetcy Lozada’s second annual Classroom Kickoff will be held Aug. 16 at 10 a.m. at her office at 4821 Frankford Ave. There will be free backpacks, food, games and health resources. Each child must be present to receive a backpack. ••
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. ••
Meeting in Fox Chase on Sept. 10
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: Sept. 10, Oct. 8 and Nov. 12. ••
