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Wednesday, March 14

EVENTS

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AARP Driver Safety Two-Day Program Huntingdon Valley Library, 625 Red Lion Road, Huntingdon Valley. Continues March 15. 10:30 am. to 3 p.m. each day. AARP{ members $12, non-members $14. Register. 215–947–5138.

Adult Irish Ceili Dancing American Legion hall, 301 E. Godfrey Ave. Wednesdays. 7:30 to 9 p.m. 215–725–8055.

Aerobics St. Bernard Senior Adult Program, 7340 Jackson St. $2. Wednesdays. 9:15 a.m. 215–624–5920.

Aqua Zumba Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. $10 per class. No membership is required. 2:15 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Art Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Class is with a professional instructor. $2. Wednesdays. 2 to 4 p.m. 215–685–0576.

Arts and Crafts Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Beginners invited. Free. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Art Therapy for Children Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Suitable for ages 9 to 12. Wednesdays. 6 p.m. 215–537–5367.

Ballroom Dance Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road. Peter Thomas provides dance music. $10. Refreshments available. Wednesdays. Members $8, non-members $10. 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. 215–624–9954.

Bingo St. Anne’s Senior Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. Packages $5. Purchase supplies and packages at 11 a.m. Bingo begins at 12:30 p.m. Bingo also played Monday, Thursday and Friday afternoons. Inf.: 215–426–9799.

Body Combat Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 7 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Body Flow Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 8 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Buffet-style Breakfast Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Space is limited. 9 a.m. 215–831–2926.

Cardio Blast Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Wednesdays. $6 per class. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 215–612–4576.

Cardio CrossFit Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Wednesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–613–1070.

Ceramics for Adults Disston Recreation Center, Disston and Glenloch streets. Wednesdays. 7 to 9 p.m. 215–338–0988.

Co-ed Boxing Class for Adults and Teens Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. No experience is necessary. Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. 215–335–0870.

Core Training Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. $5. 7 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Crocheting and Plastic Canvas Class Juniata Park Older Adult Center, 1251 E. Sedgley Ave. Wednesdays. $1. 1 p.m. 215–685–1490.

Cycling Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 10:15 a.m. and 6 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Dance Classes Picariello Playground, Red Lion and Calera roads. Tap and ballet for age 3 and older. $10 registration. Class fees will be collected in three installments. Time and cost: 215–685–9393. Also at: Lackman Playground, 1101 Bartlett St. Co-ed program for ages 3 to 5. Wednesdays. 5:30 p.m. 215–685–0370.

Dance & Trim Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 6:30 p.m. 215–632–0100.

E-reader Training Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Librarian Kristin Sawak will bring participants up to speed and show them how to download free e-books. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0472.

“Glee” Singing Lessons Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Suitable for boys and girls 8 and older. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Register. 215–683–1975.

Golden Gals Tacony/Mayfair Sons of Italy, 4741 Friendship St. $5. Wednesdays. 7 p.m. 215–335–3232.

Hebrew Lessons for Adults Temple Beth Ami, 9201 Old Bustleton Ave. Free. Lessons are taught at all levels. Wednesdays. 6 p.m. 215–673–2511.

Hip-Hop/Funk/Tumbling Classes for Boys Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Suitable for ages 4 to 10. Wednesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 267–475–7005.

Holocaust Survivor Lecture Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Fran Kane Memorial Lecture: “Impacting the lives of Holocaust survivors in their later years” features Holocaust survivor Tova Friedman, who will weave personal experience with her many years of clinical experience. Presented by Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia. 8:30 a.m. to noon. $18. Breakfast served. Reservations required. 267–256–2078.

“Inside the Symphony” Program Glen Foerd on the Delaware, 5001 Grant Ave. Ten-class Wednesday program will be taught by Roberto Pace of Settlement Music School. Participants will listen to and examine music from the classical, romantic and modern eras while learning about symphonies, sonatas and more. Members $150, non-members $160. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Pre-registration and payment required. 215–632–5330.

Intermediate SilverSneakers Muscular Strength Training Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. 6 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Intro to Dance Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Suitable for ages 4–6. Wednesdays and Thursdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–683–1994.

Jazz/Hip Hop Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Ages 7–10 and 11–14 each Wednesday and Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m.; ages 15 to adult Wednesdays from 8 to 9 p.m. 215–683–1994.

Karate Vogt Recreation Center, Cottage Street and Unruh Avenue. Wednesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. $75 month. 215–685–8753.

Kettlebell Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 4 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Klein Music Makers Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Individuals who play an instrument and read music are invited. Wednesdays. 1:30 p.m. 215–698–7300, Ext. 134.

Ladies Aerobics Heitzman Recreation Center, 3631 Amber St. $5 registration plus $5 per class. 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. 215–685–1244.

Lenten Service Philadelphia Protestant Home chapel, 6500 Tabor Ave. 7 p.m. 215–697–8000.

Line Dancing Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. 1:15 p.m. 215–698–7300. Also at: Tacony/Mayfair Sons of Italy, 4741 Friendship St. Beginners class on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. No class the third Wednesday of the month. $7 per class. 215–335–3232.

Long-Term Planning for Your Family Member 8th Police District, 3100 Red Lion Road. During the information session, conducted by PA Training Partnership for People with Disabilities and Families, participants can learn how to design a transition process for students moving from high school to adulthood. Hosted by Philadelphia Police and Fire Association for Handicapped Children. 7 to 9 p.m. Register. 267–773–5295.

Look Good, Feel Better Program Charles A. and Betty Bott Cancer Center at Holy Redeemer Hospital, first floor conference room, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. This American Cancer Society and National Cosmetology Association program helps women undergoing cancer treatment look and feel better. Free. 6 to 8 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.

Mommy and Me Prenatal Support Program Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. Wednesdays. 10 to 11 a.m. Register. 215–624–5920.

Open House for Accelerated Degree Programs for Adults Holy Family-Woodhaven, 1311 Bristol Pike, Bensalem. 5 to 7 p.m. 267–341–3050.

Pilates Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 5 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Rain Barrel Workshop Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Ave. 5:30 p.m. Aaron Slater of the Energy Coordinating Agency will present information on conserving water for gardening, cleaning and more. Sponsored by Frankford Garden Club. Participants will have the chance to apply for a rain barrel, which will be manufactured, delivered and installed for free by ECA staff. 215–685–1473.

Scrapbooking Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4625 Richmond St. Supplies provided. Bring your own book and photos. Wednesdays. $5 per class. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 215–685–1247.

SilverSneakers Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 12:15 p.m. 215–632–0100.

SilverSneakers Cardio Fit Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 1:15 p.m. 215–632–0100.

SilverSneakers MSROM Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Free. Wednesdays. 9:15 a.m. 215–698–7300.

SilverSneakers Tai Chi Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 1 to 2 p.m. 215–697–8007.

SilverSneakers Yoga Stretch Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Wednesdays. $3 per class if not a SilverSneakers member. 11 a.m. 215–683–1994. Also at: Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Move your body through a series of seated and standing yoga poses. Non-members $3 per class. Wednesdays at 9 a.m. Register. 215–613–1070.

SilverSplash Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. 9:45 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Spanish Class for Beginners Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Wednesdays. $5 per class. 1 p.m. Register. 215–683–1994.

Step Aerobics Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4625 Richmond St. Eight classes $15 (Payable at your first class.) or $2.50 per class. Wednesdays. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215–685–1247.

Step & Sculpt Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Wednesdays. $6 per class. 6:35 to 7:35 p.m. 215–612–4576.

Strengthening Families Informative Course Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. Twelve-week course includes dinner and childcare. Free. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register. 215–624–5920.

Tae Kwon Do Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Ages 5 to 8 at 7 p.m.; ages 8 to 11 at 8 p.m. $60 per month. Uniform included with the first payment. 215–685–0377.

Tai Chi for Seniors Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Wednesdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.

Trekking Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 6:30 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Water Aerobics Program Holy Redeemer Sports Medicine Center, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. 5:30 p.m. Also on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Members $62, non-members $80. Pre-register. 1–800–818–4747.

Yoga Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. $10 per class. Wednesdays at 6 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. 215–613–1070.

Yoga/Zumba Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Designed for all levels of experience and ability. Wednesdays. Zumba at 5:30 p.m., yoga at 6:30 p.m. 215–635–6611.

Yogilates Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 11:15 a.m. 215–632–0100.

Zumba Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Wednesdays. $6 per class. 7:40 to 8:40 p.m. 215–612–4576. Also at: Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. Wednesdays. 6 p.m. 215–698–7300. More at: Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. $5 per class. Wednesdays and Thursdays. 7 to 7:45 p.m. 215–685–0596. Another at: Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. $12 per class. Wednesdays. 7:15 p.m. 215–613–1070. And at: Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Wednesdays and Mondays. Drop-ins $7. 7 p.m. 267–475–7005. Also at: Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 9 a.m. 215–632–0100.

MEETINGS

Bereavement Support Group Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Facilitated by Helene Cohen. Wednesdays. 12:45 p.m. 215–698–7300, Ext. 147.

Catholic Singles Fellowship Michael’s Restaurant, 3340 Street Road, Bensalem. Single, separated, widowed and divorced persons 60 years and older are invited to lunch every Wednesday at noon. 215–742–5798.

Fox Chase Homeowners Association and Fox Chase Town Watch Loudenslager American Legion Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave. 7:30 p.m.

Gam-Anon and Gamblers Anonymous St. David’s Lutheran Church, Academy Road and Linden Avenue. Programs are for those with a gambling problem, their family and friends. Wednesdays. 7 p.m. Hot lines: 1–888–442–7085 (GA), 1–888–213–3945 (Gam Anon).

Golden Age Seniors Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Cottman Avenue and Erdrick Street. (Use Erdrick Street entrance.) Wednesdays. Noon to 3 p.m. 215–331–9680.

Jewish Culture Club Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. 215–685–0576.

Keneseth Israel-Adath Jeshurun Senior Adult Club Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Social hour at 11 a.m., business meeting at 11:45 a.m. Jean Bechnowski, site director of Mill Grove, speaks about the historic house of John James Audubon, the National Audubon Society and how they link together at 12:30 p.m. The public is invited. 215–635–6611.

L/Cpl. Joel Bernstein Post 791 Jewish War Veterans Glendale Uptown Home, 7800 Bustleton Ave. All men and women who served in the military are invited. 8 p.m. 215–742–6350.

LeTip International Steve Stein’s Famous Deli, 9359 Krewstown Road. The chapter meets Wednesdays for business-to-business networking from 11:31 a.m. to 1:01 p.m. 1–800–675–3847.

Meta Friends Support Group Holy Redeemer Women’s HeathCare, 45 Second Street Pike, Southampton. The group offers women and men with metastatic (Stage IV) breast cancer an opportunity to share their experiences in a supportive, upbeat environment. Free. 6 to 7:30 p.m. 215–938–3552.

“My Weigh” Weight-loss Support Group 11410 Bustleton Ave. Wednesdays. $5 per class. Time and inf.: 215–947–4040.

Narcotics Anonymous 12-Step Program Somerton United Methodist Church, Wesley Room, 13073 Bustleton Ave. Wednesday. 8 p.m. 215–673–2745.

Nicotine Anonymous Paul’s Run Retirement Home, 9896 Bustleton Ave. Wednesdays. 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. 215–934–3000.

Parents/Caregivers/Family/Educators of Children with ADD/ADHD Support Group Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, conference room 4, Knights and Red Lion roads. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Rhawnhurst Seniors Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Wednesdays. 9 a.m.

Senior Citizens Group American Legion Oxley Post, Torresdale Avenue and Decatur Street. The group meets every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. A committee is forming for future events.

SLAA Nazareth Hospital, 2601 Holme Ave., Marion Pavilion, conference room B. Twelve-step group meets Wednesdays. 7 p.m. 215–205–3422.

Supportive Older Women’s Network (SOWN) Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Open forum for women to support each other with the problems of everyday life. Wednesdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

TOPS Weight Loss Groups St. Stephen’s Church, 4201 Princeton Ave. Learn to take off pounds sensibly. Wednesdays at 9:45 a.m. 215–697–8385. Another meeting begins with weigh-in at 6:45 p.m. A short meeting follows. 215–624–6764.

Thursday, March 15

EVENTS

AARP Driver Safety Refresher Program The Villages at Pine Valley clubhouse, 8540 Verree Road. Bring a copy of your driver’s license and completion certificate from a previous two-day class. Members with AARP card $12, non-members $14. 6 to 10 p.m. Register. 1–800–818–4747.

Adult Painting Class Our Lady of Ransom School, 6740 Roosevelt Blvd. Ten-week session. Choice of Thursday evening or Friday afternoon class. Beginners or more experienced welcome. Cost and time: 215–332–4352.

Aerobic Yoga Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. Thursdays. 7 p.m. 215698–7300.

American Red Cross Blood Drive Wawa Somerton Training Center, 14425 Bustleton Ave. 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. 1–800-RED CROSS.

A.M. Jump Start Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $6 per class. 7:15 to 8 a.m. 215–612–4576.

Arts & Crafts Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. 9 to 11 a.m. Thursdays. 215–685–0576.

Art Therapy for Children Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Suitable for ages 5 to 8. Thursdays. 6 p.m. 215–537–5367.

Assistance for Veterans with VA Claims District Office of U.S. Rep. Allyson Schwartz, 7219 Frankford Ave. Joseph Buckley, an accredited veteran service officer from the Veterans of Foreign Wars, will assist veterans and their families with submission of new VA claims and answer eligibility and paperwork questions. Thursdays. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call for an appointment. 215–517–6572.

Ballroom Dance Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. $2. Thursdays. 12:30 to 2 p.m. 215–685–0576.

Bingo Cannstatter Volksfest Verein, 9130 Academy Road. Sponsored by Die Alten Herren des Cannstatters. Thursdays. Doors open at 5 p.m.; games start at 6:30 p.m. 215–332–0121, 215–332–7103.

Bingo for Seniors Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Thursdays. 12:30 p.m. 215–683–1994.

Body Pump Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Thursdays. 7:30 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Cardio Circuit Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Thursdays. $3 per class if not a SilverSneakers member. 11 a.m. 215–683–1994.

Cardio Sculpt Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $6 per class. 6:20 to 7:20 p.m. 215–612–4576.

Chess Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. 215–685–0576. More at: Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Play and instruction for beginners and experienced players. Thursdays. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Circuit Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Thursdays. 10 a.m. 215–632–0100.

Computer Classes Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Thursdays. 1:30 to 4 p.m. 215–685–0576.

Cooking Class for Kids Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Road. Thursdays. $5 per class. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register. 215–685–9396.

Dance Classes Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Tap and jazz classes available for girls 6 and older. $15 registration fee plus $125 class fee, which can be paid in two installments. Thursdays. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 215–685–1242. Another at: Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Jazz for ages 9 and older offered Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 215–685–0596 or e-mail jardeldance@gmail.com Also at: Tarken Recreation Center, 6250 Frontenac St. For boys and girls ages 5 to 15. Thursdays. 6 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215–685–1226.

Exercise Class Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Free. Thursdays. 10 a.m. 215–831–2926.

German Protestant Service Philadelphia Protestant Home chapel, 6500 Tabor Ave. 11 a.m. 215–697–8000.

Healing Exercise Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Thursdays. 9:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Hip-Hop Dance Class Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Suitable for ages 7 to 14. Thursdays. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 267–475–7005.

Hip-Hop/Jazz Class Michael Palmer Playground, Thornton and Comly roads. Co-ed class for ages 10–14 held Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. $5 registration fee. $35 per month. 215–685–0371.

Irish Potatoes by Dot Gallagher inHome Shopping Philadelphia Protestant Home, main lobby, 6500 Tabor Road. Partial proceeds benefit PPH. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215–697–8000.

Karaoke Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Free. Thursdays. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., except third Thursday. 215–685–0576.

Karate Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Class for ages 4 to 13 at 7 p.m.; adult class at 8 p.m. Thursdays. Drop-ins $10 per class. 215–613–1070. Also at: Northeast Family YMCA, Carriage House, 11088 Knights Road. Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. 215–632–0100.

Kinder Dance Classes Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Kinder ballet/tap, ballet/jazz is offered Thursdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Register now and receive half-off the registration fee. 267–475–7005.

Line Dancing for Adults Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Road. Thursdays. Call for time. 215–685–9396.

Movie Madness Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–745–3127.

Musical Memories Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Enjoy show tunes and jazz. Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300.

Painting Class Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Learn to paint landscapes, faces and abstract art. Thursdays. A donation is requested. 1 p.m. 215–831–2926.

Piloxing Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Class is a mix of pilates and boxing. Drop-ins $10. Thursdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215–613–1070.

Reverse Mortgage Seminar for Seniors 7725 Castor Ave. Includes learning guides and question-and-answer segment. Thursdays. Free. 6 to 8 p.m. Pre-register. 215–603–2680.

ldquo;Side by Side by Sondheim” Musical Revue Jardel Recreation Center, 1400 Cottman Ave. Features Sondheim’s early works. Continues March 16 and 17. 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets $10, at the door $12. 215–685–0596 or e-mail Jardeldrama@gmail.com

SilverSneakers Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $3 per class if not a SilverSneakers member. Thursdays. 9:30 a.m. 215–683–1994.

SilverSneakers MSROM Philadelphia Protestant Home, Gateway Basement, 6500 Tabor Ave. 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. 215–697–8007.

SilverSplash Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Thursdays. Free. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300.

Slide & Tone Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $6 per class. 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. 215–612–4576.

Super Trim Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Thursdays. 9 a.m. 215–632–0100.

Tai Chi Fox Chase Library, 501 Rhawn St. $4 per class. First visit is free. Thursdays. 11 a.m. to noon. 215–332–3648.

Total Tone Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Learn to sculpt and contour your body. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Twelve sessions cost $60 for members, $70 for non-members. Drop-ins $7. 215–335–0870.

Wit & Wisdom Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–745–3127.

Yoga Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $6 per class. 7:25 to 8:25 p.m. 215–612–4576. And at: Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Suitable for age 12 to adult. Thursdays. 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Register. 215–683–1975. Another at: Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $5 per class. Thursdays. 10 a.m. 215–683–1994. Also at: Picariello Recreation Center, Red Lion and Academy roads. The class is for all levels. Bring a yoga mat. $20 per four-week month. Thursdays. 6:50 to 8:15 p.m. 267–738–8393.

Zumba Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Thursdays. 11:30 a.m. and 6:15 p.m. 215–632–0100. Also at: Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. Thursdays. 3 p.m. 215–698–7300.

MEETINGS

Al-Anon Paths to Recovery St. John’s Lutheran Church, Tyson Avenue and Hawthorne Street. Thursdays. 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Al-Anon Support Group Nazareth Hospital, Marian Hall, 2601 Holme Ave. For relatives and friends of those with a drinking problem. Thursdays. 8 p.m. 215–222–5244.

Anger Management for Women Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Thursdays. 7 p.m. 215–537–5367.

Family Support Group 7226 Castor Ave. Sponsored by Northeast Community Center for Mental Health/Mental Retardation. For families of adults with mental illness. Thursdays. 1 to 3 p.m. 215–742–7817.

Friends of Pennypack Park The Lafayette-Redeemer Senior Center, 8580 Verree Road. 7:30 p.m. 215–934-PARK.

Friends of Summerdale Civic Association Houseman Recreation Center, Summerdale and Godfrey avenues. Diane Martino from the Philadelphia Gas Works will be the guest. 7 p.m. 215–342–2167.

Girl Scouts Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. Girls in first through ninth grades are invited. Thursdays. $80 seasonal fee. 7 to 8:30 p.m. 215–685–0377.

Going From We to Me Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Group is for recently widowed or divorced individuals 55 and older. Thursdays. 12:30 p.m. 215–698–7300, Ext. 147.

Greater Northeast Stamp Club Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. 7 to 9 p.m. 215–426–7881 (until 5:30 p.m.). 215–200–3693 (evenings).

Northeast Philadelphia Lions Club The group meets the first and third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. Call for location information. 215–331–4262.

Overeaters Anonymous St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Old York and Ashbourne roads, Elkins Park. This is a HOW meeting. Thursdays. 7:30 p.m. 215–674–4418.

Parenting Group Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Thursdays. 6 p.m. 215–537–5367.

Philadelphia’s First Toastmasters Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6500 Tabor Road. Learn to develop communication and leadership skills, foster self-confidence and personal growth. New members are invited. 7 p.m. 215–428–4579, 215–697–8586.

Post-Bereavement Support Group Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Program is led by Joan Freedman. Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. 215–698–7300, Ext. 147.

Unite, Inc. Support Group Holy Redeemer Hospital, first floor physicians’ lounge, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. The group provides grief support following the loss of a baby, including miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth and infant death. Free. 7 to 9 p.m. Register. 215–643–3344.

Upper Holmesburg Civic Association St. Dominic’s Marian Hall, 8532 Frankford Ave. 7 p.m. 215–335–6799, www.upperholmesburg.org

Widow and Widower Support Group Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. All widows and widowers are invited. 7 p.m. 215–552–9893.

Friday, March 16

EVENTS

Alpha Course The course on basic Christianity will be held at a home in Lawncrest on Fridays through April 27 (none March 30). The evening begins with a meal, and will be followed by a DVD talk and discussion. This week’s topic is “Why and how do I pray?/Why and how should I read the Bible?” Free. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215–635–3820.

American Red Cross Blood Drive Eastern Regional Medical Center Cancer Treatment Centers of America, 1331 E. Wyoming Ave. 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. 1–800-RED CROSS.

Beef-and-Beer Fund-raiser District Council 21’s Fountain Room, 2980 Southampton Road. Benefits the youth groups from Rhawnhurst Presbyterian Church and Redemption Lutheran Church trip to the National Youth Gathering in New Orleans. Features the music of Old School. $30. 7 to 11 p.m. Tickets must be purchased in advance. 215–342–2085.

“Fiddler on the Roof” Performances Father Judge High School auditorium, 3301 Solly Ave. 7 p.m. Advance tickets $10, $12 at the door. No reserved seating. Continues March 17, 23 and 24 at 7 p.m., March 18 and 25 at 2 p.m. 215–338–9494, Ext. 1128 or 267–808–3671.

Friday Night Specials for Kids American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Ave. $10 per child, includes food, drink, arts and crafts, movie, bingo, etc. 6 to 8 p.m. 215–685–8733.

House of Koinonia (Coffee House) 7759 Frankford Ave. Enjoy food, movies, games and fun. 9 p.m. to midnight. 215–332–9688.

Movie Night for Children Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. Free. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Snacks will be available. No outside food is permitted. 215–685–8753.

Weekend Retreat Mother Boniface Spirituality Center, 3501 Solly Ave. Presented by Carmel Boyle, co-founder of An Croi Retreat Center in Ireland. Topic: “Journey of a Celtic Heart.” Begins today at 7 p.m. and concludes with noon meal on Sunday. Reservations needed. 267–350–1831 or e-mail mbcretreat@msbt.org

MEETING

Celiac-Sprue (Gluten Intolerance) Support Group Abington Hospital, Lenfest Pavilion, classrooms 1 and 2, 1200 Old York Road, Abington. Free. The group is for those who cannot digest the gluten of some grain foods. 5:45 p.m. 215–757–1233, 215–943–2028.

VENDOR ALERT

Associated Polish Home 9150 Academy Road. March 24. Indoor flea market/craft show. Sponsored by Marcella Kochanska-Sembrich Female Chorus. Tables $15. Inf.: 215–633–0560 or e-mail basiav1@comcast.net

Immaculate Mary Home 2990 Holme Ave. March 25. Craft fair. Tables available. Inf.: 215–632–0255.

Fox Chase Farm 8500 Pine Road. March 31. Outdoor flea market. Spaces $15. Inf.: 215–728–5008.

Gospel of Grace Ministries 315 Central Ave., Cheltenham. April 21. Flea market. No food vendors are needed. Tables will be available on a first-come basis. $15 per spot. Inf.: 215–219–8334.

New Foundations Charter School Rhawn Street and Torresdale Avenue. April 28. Flea market. Vendors needed. Inf.: 215–624–8100.

CORA Services 8540 Verree Road. May 5. Indoor/outdoor flea market and craft show. Outside spaces $15 each, two for $25; indoor tables $30 each, two for $50. Inf.: 215–701–2524 or e-mail pcampellone@coraservices.org

Aria Health, Torresdale Campus Parking garage, Knights and Red Lion roads. May 5. Flea market. Sponsored by Auxiliary. Spaces $20. Inf.: 215–831–2179.

A.L. FitzPatrick School 11061 Knights Road. May 19. Outdoor craft show/flea market. Rain date May 20. Sponsored by Fitz/PVO. Spaces $20 each, two for $35. Inf.: 215–281–2646.

Bethesda Church 808 Red Lion Road. May 19. Flea market. Spaces $15 or two for $25. Inf.: 215–464–3131.

St. Andrew’s-in-the-Field Episcopal Church 500 Somerton Ave. June 2. Strawberry festival. Craft and flea market spaces available. 215–673–5938 (9 a.m. to 2 p.m.) or e-mail standrews1898@aol.com ••

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