BVM Seniors trips
Maternity BVM Seniors Group will take part in the following trips:
• Magic & Wonder’s – Imaginarium – Where Reality Disappears, with lunch on Thursday, March 19; $145;
• Tropicana Casino – Famous Duets, $20 slot play, on Monday, April 20; $85;
• Hershey, lunch included, on Tuesday, May 19; $145;
• Tropicana, Famous Groups of Motown, $20 slot play, Monday, June 29; $85;
• Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon, Sunday, Sept. 27, to Tuesday, Sept. 29;
• American Music Theater, Winter Wonderland, Tuesday, Dec. 8; $160.
For information, call Connie at 215-338-9141. ••
Come see Elvis in Bustleton
Jeff “Elvis” Krick will be in the building at Bustleton Memorial American Legion Post 810 hall, 9151 Old Newtown Road, on Friday, April 17, from 7-11 p.m. The cost is $30.00 and includes show and spaghetti dinner with a cash bar., basket raffles and 50/50. All donations benefit veterans and their families. For tickets, call Joan at 215-715-5704. ••
Become a cop
The Philadelphia Police Department is hiring. Applicants must have a high school diploma and be at least 20 at the date of hire. The starting annual salary is $67,934. Call 215-683-COPS or visit JoinPhillyPD.com. ••
Daughters of American Revolution event
The Daughters of the American Revolution will hold a reception for those interested in the Flag House Chapter, founded by descendants of Betsy Ross in Frankford in 1903, on Saturday, Feb. 28, at historic Historic Trinity Oxford Church (Buchanan Building).
Enter off the middle of the 600 block of Longshore Ave.
There will be light refreshments.RSVP at [email protected] ••
Flea market at Marian Hall
St. Dominic Catholic Daughters will hold a flea market on Saturday, March 14, at Marian Hall, 8532 Frankford Ave. Doors open at 8 a.m. There will be bargains, baked goods, hot dogs and meatball sandwiches. ••
Complain to L&I
State Rep. Jared Solomon invites the public to a town hall with the city Department of Licenses and Inspections on Wednesday, March 4, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Northeast Services Hub, 6434 Castor Ave. Representatives will answer questions on problem properties, nuisance businesses and maintenance complaints. Call 215-342-6340. ••
A show and lunch in Lancaster
St. William is taking a trip to Lancaster County on Wednesday, June 24, to see Joshua at Sight and Sound Theatres. The cost is $185, which includes the show, lunch at Miller’s Smorgasbord, orchestra seating, all taxes and gratuities and drivers. A bus will leave Gloria Dei Estates, Rhawn Street and Dungan Road, at 10:15 a.m. Call Betty at 215-745-7199. ••
Make clay pottery
Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., welcomes children ages 6 and up to make clay pottery with the Claymobile on Saturday, Feb. 28, at 11 a.m. Children will make their own clay artwork, which will be taken after to be fired. Parents will need to come back at a later date to pick up the finished pieces. Call 215-685-0472. ••
White to hold veterans breakfast
Veterans and active-duty military personnel from the 170th Legislative District are invited to join Rep. Martina White for breakfast on Thursday, March 26, to honor their military service. The event will begin at 9:30 a.m. at FOP Lodge 5, 11630 Caroline Road.
“Our veterans have given so much to protect our country, and we owe them our deep respect and gratitude. I’m honored to welcome them to this breakfast, hear from those who have served, and ensure they know my local office is a resource to help them navigate and access the benefits they’ve earned,” White said.
Attendees must RSVP before March 17. Call 215-330-3711. White’s office regularly hosts a veterans specialist to help constituents access the benefits they earned. Call the above-listed number to make an appointment. ••
Day trip for St. Hubert
St. Hubert will hold its 10th annual Summer Fun Day Trip on Monday, June 15. The day will include an hour-long ride on an Atlantic City cruise ship, followed by 4½ hours at the Tropicana casino, with $20 in slot cash and a $15 food voucher. The day will end at Tomasello Winery for a sit-down dinner and complimentary wine tasting. The cost is $145, paid in full by June 1. A bus will depart the school at 9 a.m. and return about 8 p.m. To reserve a seat, contact Mary Clifford at 267-231-7367 or [email protected]. ••
Free concert at PPH
The Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6401 Martins Mill Road, will welcome the Sanctuary Choir from Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church to its social hall for a free concert on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m. The public is invited. ••
Bingo at Oxley Post
William D. Oxley Post Auxiliary Unit 133 will hold a bingo on Sunday, March 8, at 3 p.m. at 7900 Torresdale Ave. (at Decatur Street). Tickets cost $20 and are available at the door. Additional cards will be available for purchase. Call auxiliary president Kay Brookes at 267-255-5234. ••
Donate blood
The American Red Cross is encouraging people to donate blood. The Northeast Philadelphia Blood Donation Center, 1401 Rhawn St., is open Monday-Wednesday, 11:45 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday from 10:15 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Friday-Sunday, 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Blood can also be donated on Feb. 28, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pilgrim Baptist Church, 5930 Rising Sun Ave. Schedule an appointment to give blood by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 800-RED CROSS. ••
Preschool storytime and play
Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 Knights Road, will host Preschool Storytime & Play on Thursdays, Feb. 26, March 12 and 26, April 9 and May 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. ••
St. Jerome seniors to meet
St. Jerome Seniors will meet on Thursdays, Feb. 26, March 12 and 26 and April 2 and 23, in the school hall, 3031 Stamford St. Arrive by 10 a.m. The meeting begins promptly at 11. ••
Event at Ryerss
Ryerss Museum & Library, 7370 Central Ave., in Burholme Park, will host Fibercraft Friends on Friday, Feb. 27, from 1-3 p.m. To register or for more information, call 215-685-0544. ••
Learn to manage diabetes
A diabetes self-management program will take place at KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., on Feb. 26 from 12:30 to 3 p.m. It is being offered through Philadelphia Corporation for Aging’s Health Promotion Department. For more information, contact Inna Gulko at 215-698-7300, Ext. 195 or [email protected]. ••
Chair yoga
Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave., will host chair yoga on Mondays, March 2 and 9, at 2 p.m. Deanna McLaughlin will teach two sessions of chair yoga. Learn how to optimize your health with techniques to strengthen your back, lengthen the space between your vertebrae, open up your hips and find relief in your neck and shoulders. Wear comfortable, loose clothing. Call 215-685-8756. ••
St. Hubert going to Lancaster
St. Hubert High School is holding a trip to Lancaster County on Thursday, April 2. The day will include the show Joshua at Sight and Sound Theatres and a buffet meal at Shady Maple Smorgasbord. The cost is $215, which includes bus transportation, show ticket and buffet. Proceeds benefit the faculty scholarship fund. The bus leaves at 8:15 a.m. and returns at 6:30 p.m. To reserve a spot or for more information, contact Mary Clifford at 267-231-7367 or [email protected]. ••
Events at Lawncrest Library
Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave., will host a meeting of its art club on Friday, Feb. 27, at 11 a.m. The club is open to all skill levels and meets every other Friday.
The library will host Yoga4Philly classes for adults, teens and tweens on Saturday, Feb. 28, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Mats will be provided, or you can bring your own.
The book club is reading The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark, and will meet on Saturday, Feb. 28, at 11:30 a.m. Call 215-685-0549 and ask Ms. Faith for your copy.
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. ••
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. ••
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] ••
Monthly food pantry
St. Mark’s Church, 4442 Frankford Ave., hosts the Matthew 25 Food Pantry on the second Saturday of each month from 9-10 a.m. The pantry is a ministry of the Court St. Francis de Sales Catholic Daughters of the Americas. ••
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. 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 ••
Little Mermaid at CR South
Golden Wings Theatre Company, at Council Rock South High School, 2002 Rock Way in Holland, will present four performances of The Little Mermaid: The Musical. Dates and times are March 5 (7 p.m.), March 6 (7 p.m.) and March 7 (2 and 7 p.m.). The performances will feature a live student-run orchestra, student-run technical departments and more than 100 students collaborating across acting, music and backstage work. Tickets cost $20 for Golden VIP, $17 for VIP, $15 for general and $12 for students (at the door only). Adult tickets are available at the door or at https://crsevents.booktix.com/
For more information, visit https://www.goldenwingstheatre.org/ or follow @goldenwingstheatre on Instagram and TikTok. ••
Veterans-themed films
American Veterans Media and the Cape May-based Longest Yarn Committee are presenting a day of veterans-themed documentary screenings on Saturday, May 16, at the National Constitution Center, 525 Arch St. Films shown will be Edison 64 (11 a.m.), Remember the 27 Crusaders (1:30 p.m.), The Ralph Galati Story (4 p.m.) and the world premiere of The Longest Yarn (6:30 p.m.). Each film will be followed by a Q&A with production crew members and people featured in the films. Tickets cost $20 and include admittance to an individual film screening, museum ticket until 5 p.m. and a $10 parking voucher. No tickets will be sold at the door. To RSVP, visit https://www.americanveteransmedia.org/donate ••
Upcoming operas
Amici Opera Company will present the following upcoming operas:
Cilea’s Gina on Saturday, March 7, at 3 p.m. at United Methodist Church of the Redeemer, 1128 Cottman Ave.
Donizetti’s La Favorita on Sunday, March 8, at 2:30 p.m. at Dock Woods, 275 Dock Drive, Lansdale; and on Saturday, March 14, at 3 p.m. at United Methodist Church of the Redeemer.
Verdi’s Un Ballo In Maschera on Sunday, March 15, at 3 p.m. at United Methodist Church of the Redeemer; and on Saturday, March 21, at 4 p.m. at Community Presbyterian Church, 1501 W. Brigantine Ave. ($30).
Un Ballo In Maschera will also be performed on Tuesday, March 31, at La Piovra, 7901 High School Road, Elkins Park. Arrive by 6 p.m. The cost for dinner and the show is $54.95, not including tips and tax. For reservations, call 215-606-3800.
Call 215-224-0257 or visit the Amici Opera Company page on Facebook. ••
SMT, Summerdale, Frankford reunion
A reunion for St. Martin of Tours, Summerdale Boys Club and Frankford Boys Club will take place on Saturday, March 28, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 5, 11630 Caroline Road. Tickets cost $75 and include buffet dinner and open bar. For tickets or more information, call Ernie Gallagher at 215-806-2601, Billy Fleming at 215-287-3116 or Janice Steinmetz at 267-402-0396. Payments can be sent through Venmo @Ernie-Gallagher. ••
Benefit for suicide awareness
A beef-and-beer benefit for the American Suicide Foundation is taking place on Saturday, April 11, from 3-7 p.m. at the Eddington House, 2813 Hulmeville Road, in Bensalem. The event will be in memory of Ryan Sherman, who died last April at age 35. Sherman was a member of the Morrell Park Town Watch, a volunteer with Bensalem Volunteer Fire Department Station 16 and a marshal with Woodland String Band and Golden Crown New Year’s Brigade. The benefit will feature a DJ, Mummers, vendors, fire trucks, raffles, characters and a moonbounce. The cost is $50 in advance, $60 at the door or $10 for children and will include food, beer, wine, soda and water. For tickets or to make a monetary donation, visit the Eddington House or use Venmo @NSherman913. For more information on tickets, to make a monetary contribution or to donate a raffle item, stop by the Eddington House or email Nicole Fontanetta at [email protected]. ••
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. ••
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Murder mystery luncheon
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Board of Associates, Fox Chase Cancer Center, is going to see an interactive murder mystery luncheon show on the grounds of Mount Hope Estate and Winery (2775 Lebanon Road, Manheim) on Saturday, March 28. The show is titled Celebrating America in 1876. The cost is $152 per person and includes round-trip motorcoach transportation, luncheon and show, and visit to a wine shop. Departure is 10 a.m. from 604 Cottman Ave., Cheltenham, with return about 7 p.m. Call Sharyn at 267-265-5348 for reservations and menu choices. The trip supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Crab feast cruise
The Marlyn Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is going on a crab feast cruise on the Choptank Riverboat on May 30. The price is $195 per person, which includes taxes, roundtrip motorcoach to Hurlock, Maryland and three-hour crab feast luncheon sightseeing cruise. The crab feast consists of steamed crabs, Maryland crap soup, fried chicken, clam strips, corn on the cob, cole slaw, non-alcoholic beverages and dessert. The motorcoach leaves from 604 Cottman Ave., Cheltenham, at 8 a.m. and returns about 7 p.m. For reservations, call Sharyn at 267-265-5348. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Apply for LIHEAP
State Sen. Tina Tartaglione announced that the 2025-26 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program season will continue through April 10. Cash grants range from $200 to $1,000, based on region, annual income and number of people living in the home. Apply at compass.state.pa.us. For more information, call 866-857-7095. ••
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. ••
Picozzi mobile office hours
State Sen. Joe Picozzi holds mobile office hours at the offices of City Councilmen Brian O’Neill and Mike Driscoll. Picozzi’s staff will assist with state-related issues at O’Neill’s office at 432 Rhawn St. on the second Friday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon and at Driscoll’s office at 7552 Frankford Ave. on the third Tuesday of the month from noon to 3 p.m. ••
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. ••
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. ••
Parkinson’s support group
Jeanes Hospital, 7604 Central Ave., will host meetings of a Parkinson’s Disease Support Group on upcoming Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m.
The schedule and guest speakers: April 8 (Dr. Nancy Minniti, neuropsychologist); June 10 (Dr. Molly Cincotta, neurologist); Aug. 12 (Sonia Williams-Joseph, physical therapist); Oct. 14 (Luisa Enriquez, social worker); and Dec. 9 (Dr. Teodora Schellato, urologist).
To register, contact June Ro at 215-707-2619 or [email protected] ••
Gentle Lenten retreat
Mother Boniface Spirituality Center, 3501 Solly Ave., will host Carried: Finding God’s Tenderness in Lent on Wednesday, March 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This gentle Lenten retreat is for older adults and companions/caregivers who want a meaningful, accessible Lenten pause. The facilitator will be Theresa Leonetti O’Connor, assistant director, Mother Boniface Spirituality Center. $30.00 includes light refreshments and lunch. Call 267-350-1830 or email [email protected] to register. ••
Spanish Lenten retreat
Mother Boniface Spirituality Center 3501 Solly Ave., will host Regresa a Ti, Regresa a Dios – Spanish Language Lenten Retreat on Monday, March 16, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This will be a morning to reconnect with yourself and with God. As Lent is a time to pause, breathe and return to the heart, this retreat offers you a space of silence, reflection and inner encounter to renew your faith, hope and relationship with God in Spanish. The facilitator will be Sister María Rincón, MSBT. To register or for more information, call Sister María Rincón at 267-350-1835. ••
Senior Expo
State Rep. Sean Dougherty will hold a Senior Expo on March 31, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Fox Chase Recreation Center, 7901 Ridgeway St. Call 215-331-2600. ••
Parables and pizza
Catholic Young Adults of the Northeast meet on the second Wednesday of the month from 7-9 p.m. at Resurrection of Our Lord Life Center, 2000 Shelmire Ave. People in their 20s and 30s are welcome to take part in a Bible study series on the parables of Jesus. Dates are March 11, April 8 and May 13. Email [email protected] or visit @cyanphilly on Instagram. ••
2 trips
Lincoln Cultural Association will be taking a six-day trip to Ark Encounter from April 27 to May 2. The cost is $775, double occupancy.
The group will also travel to Lancaster County on May 28 to see a production of Joshua at Sight and Sound Theatres and enjoy a buffet lunch at Shady Maple Smorgasbord. The cost is $175. A bus will leave from 808 Red Lion Road.
For more information on either trip, call 215-676-5423. ••
Fox Chase Civic meetings
Fox Chase Civic Association will meet on the following Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. at American Legion Loudenslager Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave.: March 11, April 8, May 13, June 10, July 8, Sept. 9, Oct. 14 and Nov. 11. For more information, visit foxchasecivic.org ••
Senior lunch
Memorial Presbyterian Church of Fox Chase, 7902 Oxford Ave., will host a senior lunch on Wednesday, March 18, at noon. There will be soup, sandwiches, salads and dessert. ••
Mad science show
Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 Knights Road, will host Sounds Like Science on Tuesday, March 10, at 5:30 p.m. There will be fun demonstrations and experiments, including the loud dinosaur-in-a-can and a kid-created thunderstorm. All ages welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 215-685-9383. ••
Easter egg hunt
There will be an Easter egg hunt on March 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the 8th Police District, 3100 Red Lion Road. The event is open to kids 1-11. Bring a bag to collect eggs. To register, email [email protected] ••
Chinese food and bingo for charity
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Board of Associates, Fox Chase Cancer Center, is hosting a Chinese Dinner and Mini Bingo on Thursday, April 16, at 5:30 p.m. at Asian Taste Inn, 2160 County Line Road, Huntingdon Valley. The cost is $55 per person and includes full-course Chinese dinner and five rounds of bingo for cash prizes. Raffles will be available for gift baskets. Call Lorraine at 610-277-3631 for tickets. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Attend women’s club meeting
The Women’s Club of Huntingdon Valley will hold a luncheon meeting on Thursday, March 12, from noon to 2 p.m. at Gloria Dei Fellowship Hall, 570 Welsh Road. Jane Peter Estes will present “The Role of Civil War Nurses.” New members are welcome, Email Doreen ([email protected]). ••
Fundraiser at Italian restaurant
There will be a fundraiser for the Women’s Club of Huntingdon Valley at La Voglia, 216 W. Street Road in Warminster, on Tuesday, March 17. La Voglia will donate 20% of proceeds to those presenting the club’s flyer (go to the club page on Facebook to print flyer). Lunch or dinner can be ordered (dine-in or take-out). It’s a BYOB restaurant. WCHV luncheon meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month (noon to 2 p.m.) at Gloria Dei Fellowship Hall, 570 Welsh Road, Huntingdon Valley. ••
Frankford historical society to meet
The Historical Society of Frankford, 1507 Orthodox St., will meet on Tuesday, March 10. The guest speaker will be Kimberly Washington, executive director of the Frankford Community Development Corporation. Doors open at 7 p.m. Washington’s lecture will begin at 7:30. She will visit the past, present and future of the FCDC, a charitable nonprofit organization founded in 1993 with the purpose of improving living and business conditions in the neighborhood. The event is free and open to the public. Off-street parking will be available across Orthodox Street at Frankford Friends School. Light refreshments will be served. ••
Information on utility bills
State Reps. Sean Dougherty and Ed Neilson are sponsoring a Utility Clinic on Friday, March 13, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Pelbano Recreation Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Visitors will have a chance to discuss their gas, electric and water bills with a legal expert free of charge; meet with utility company representatives; and learn about programs that can help. Bring recent utility bills and proof of income. Contact paralegal Maggie Lind at 267-443-2572 or [email protected]. ••
Bingo at St. Dom’s
St. Dominic School will hold a bingo on Saturday, March 21, from 6-10 p.m. at Marian Hall, 8532 Frankford Ave. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets cost $35. There will be 10 games for cash prizes, buffet, beer, wine, soda, basket raffles, a 50-50 and another game for purchase with a $1,000 prize. Tickets are available at the school and rectory or by contacting Kate Minor at [email protected] or Mike Serverson at 215-901-7672. ••
Mass for unborn children
The Knights of Columbus Mass for Unborn Children will be held on Sunday, March 22, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Dominic Church, 8504 Frankford Ave. ••
Shredding on March 28
State Rep. Ed Neilson and City Councilman Jim Harrity will hold a free shred event on Saturday, March 28, from 9-11 a.m. in the parking lot of Our Lady of Calvary Church, 11024 Knights Road. ••
8th District Captain Townhall
The 8th Police District, 3100 Red Lion Road, will hold Captain Townhall meetings at 6 p.m. on the following dates: Thursdays, Feb. 26, March 26, April 30, May 28, June 25, July 30, Aug. 27, Sept. 24 and Oct. 29 and Tuesday, Nov. 24. ••
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. ••
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. ••
Gone cruisin’
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is planning to go on two cruises.
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. ••
Volunteer at Fox Chase Farm
Fox Chase Farm is looking for adult 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] ••
Volunteer for child literacy program
Philly Reading Coaches is a program that combines early reading support, access to books and community volunteers to boost reading skills for the city’s children. The program works by pairing trained volunteers with young students – kindergarten through 3rd grade – and by providing fun and child-guided reading experiences that help build reading skills and motivation. Each child in the program also receives 25 free books to take home. PRC is funded by the Office of Children and Families and implemented by Out-of-School Time Providers. PRC operates in 14 elementary schools throughout the city. Locations and schedules can be found here: http://ost.phila.gov/locations-and-schedules/
Volunteers must be 16 years or older and must submit the required clearances for working with children. Begin your application here: bit.ly/ApplyPRC ••
Volunteer to prepare tax returns
Campaign for Working Families is looking for volunteers for the upcoming tax season to work at a pop-up tax preparation site at the PATH building (1919 Cottman Ave.). Tax preparation is free. Volunteers receive IRS-certified training and help their neighbors save money. Volunteers can choose to be greeters who welcome taxpayers to sites and direct them through the tax prep process, or they can learn how to prepare the tax returns themselves. Call 215-454-6483 or visit https://www.cwfphilly.org. ••
Shredding, e-cycling
Stare Rep. Pat Gallagher will hold a document shredding and e-cycling event on Saturday, June 13, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Linden Avenue Boat Launch, at the Delaware River. Residents are welcome to bring no more than three medium boxes or bags. ••
Theater performances of Sister Act
The Star Players will present three performances of the musical Sister Act. The show will be performed on June 5, 6 and 7 at 7 p.m. at Venice Island Performing Arts Center, 7 Lock St., in Manayunk. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. They are available for purchase through Venmo @TheStarplayers or at Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St. For more information, contact director Bill Arthur at 215-685-8714 or [email protected]. ••
