Daily Events calendar
Friday, Jan. 9
EVENTS
After School Program Pelbano Recreation Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Offered Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. 215-683-1975.
Arts and Crafts Russo Park Playground, 7321 Torresdale Ave. For ages 8 and older. Fridays. 7 p.m. 215-685-8747. Also at: Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. For ages 5 to 12. $20 per month. Fridays. 6:30 p.m. 215-685-1242.
Arts and Crafts for Seniors Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Fridays. 10 a.m. 215-831-2926.
Computer Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Fridays. Yearly membership costs $6. 2 p.m. 215-685-0576.
Counseling with the Rabbi JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Rabbi Berliner will share concerns, problems or issues. Fridays at 9:45 a.m. (by appointment only). 215-698-7300.
Country Line Dancing Salvation Army, 5830 Rising Sun Ave. Members $3, non-members $4 per class. 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. 215-722-5447.
Family Bingo Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Prizes for all ages to win. Refreshments on sale. $6 per player. 6 to 8:30 p.m. 215-613-1070.
House of Koinonia 7757 Frankford Ave. Fellowship, games, food, movies and fun for those 18 and older. 9 p.m. to midnight. 215-332-9688.
Karate Michael Palmer Playground, Thornton and Comly roads. Fridays. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 215-685-0371.
Line Dance Lessons Tacony/Mayfair Sons of Italy, Friendship and Hegerman streets. $8 per class. Fridays. 6:30 p.m. 215-335-3232.
Pilates Jardel Recreation Center, 1400 Cottman Ave. $5. Fridays. 6 p.m. 215-685-0596.
Play Reading JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Fridays. 9:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.
Relaxation, Breathing and Meditation Gatherings John M. Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat. Held second Friday of the month. 5:45 p.m. 215-331-7120.
Scrabble Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Novices and experts are welcome. Fridays. 10:30 a.m. to noon. 215-685-0547.
SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Increase cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Non-members $3. Fridays. 10 a.m. Register. 215-613-1070.
SilverSneakers Exercise Class John M. Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Class is held Fridays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 215-331-7120.
SilverSneakers Strength Training JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Appropriate for older adults who are unfamiliar with exercise as well as those who are fit and active. Fridays at 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Free. 215-698-7300.
Story Hour for Preschoolers Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust, 2955 Edge Hill Road, Huntingdon Valley. For ages 2 to 5. A special activity follows the storytelling. 10 to 11 a.m. Pre-register. 215-657-0830.
MEETINGS
Gamblers Anonymous Friends Hospital, Boone room, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. Program is for compulsive gamblers. Fridays. 8 to 9:30 p.m. 215-969-0996.
Overeaters Anonymous Bustleton Library, Bustleton Avenue and Verree Road. Location is handicapped accessible. 10:30 a.m. Fridays. 215-674-4418.
Widow and Widower Support Group Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Fridays. 10 a.m. 215-685-0576.
Saturday, Jan. 10
EVENTS
Arts and Crafts Class Heitzman Recreation Center, Castor Avenue and Amber Street. Saturdays. 10:30 a.m. to noon. 215-685-1244.
Carmella Kings Basketball Program Carmella Playground, 2100 Wakeling St. Co-ed program for ages 6 to 13. $20. Saturdays. 10 a.m. to noon. 215-685-1235.
Dance Party Albert’s Café, Academy Road and Grant Avenue. Hosted by Sam Lit. 8 p.m. The event will be a live broadcast over HyLitRadio.com
Dust to Dust … For Deer Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust, 2955 Edge Hill Road, Huntingdon Valley. Join naturalist Jennica Nobre and see deer carcasses in various stages of decay and study deer anatomy and bones. Non-members $5. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Pre-register. 215-657-0830.
Free-A-Tree Corps Volunteer Opportunity Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust, 2955 Edge Hill Road, Huntingdon Valley. Help remove strangling exotic vines on native trees. Bring leather gloves and pruning shears if you have them. 10 a.m. to noon. Pre-register. 215-657-0830.
Guitar Lessons Mayfair School, 3001 Princeton Ave. Program offered by Mayfair Playground. Suitable for ages 7 to 12. $20 registration fee plus $15 per half-hour class. Saturdays between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. 215-685-8732.
Hockey Leagues Michael Palmer Playground, Thornton and Comly roads. Foot to roller for ages 3 to 6 (co-ed), instructional foot and 12-and-under roller available Saturday mornings and Wednesday p.m. 215-685-0371.
Owl Prowl and Marshmallow Roast – Family Program Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust, 2955 Edge Hill Road, Huntingdon Valley. Explore the mysterious nighttime world of owls on a naturalist-led walk. Toast marshmallows and have hot chocolate afterwards. Non-member adults $3, children $2. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Pre-paid registration required. 215-657-0830.
Tunes for Tots Program Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Music class is for parent and child age 1 to 4. Four-session class continues Saturdays through Jan. 31. 10 to 11 a.m. Members $40, non-members $45. Register. 215-613-1070.
MEETINGS
AARP Crescentville Chapter 3294 Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6500 Tabor Road. Meets the second Saturday of the month (except June, July, Aug. and December).
Greater Northeast Singles 55+ Club The group meets every Saturday morning for breakfast. Call for reservations and inf.: 215-333-7615.
Narcotics Anonymous Somerton United Methodist Church, Wesley Room, 13073 Bustleton Ave. Saturdays. 7 p.m. 215-673-2745. Another group meets at Friends Hospital, Susan Fairweather-Wallace room, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. 7 to 8 p.m. 215-280-4732.
Overeaters Anonymous St. Albert the Great rectory basement, 212 Welsh Road, Huntingdon Valley. Location is handicapped accessible. 11 a.m. Saturdays. 215-674-4418.
Philadelphia Police Explorers Philadelphia Police Academy, 8501 State Road. Program is for ages 14 to 20 who are interested in a career in law enforcement. Saturdays. 10 a.m. www.ppdonline.org (Click on Explorers link).
Singles Fellowship Michael’s Restaurant III, 3340 Street Road, Bensalem. 60+ group meets for breakfast in a friendly atmosphere. 8:30 a.m. Saturdays. 215-364-6079, 215-953-1030.
Teen Girls Anger Management Group Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Saturdays. 1 p.m. 215-537-5367.
To Live Again, Bridesburg Chapter Emmanuel Church of Christ, 2628 Fillmore St. All widows and widowers are invited. 7 p.m. 215-332-6340.
Sunday, Jan. 11
EVENTS
Adult/Teen Swim Lessons Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Sundays. Beginners lessons at 9 a.m.; advanced class at 10 a.m. $40. 215-632-0100.
Total Teen Exercise Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Class is a blend of legs and Abs/Pilates. Sundays. 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. 215-335-0870.
Toy Train Meet and Sale Plumbers Union Hall, 2791 Southampton Road. Sponsored by Train Collectors Association Atlantic Division. $5 per family. 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 610-872-3309, 856-608-9265.
MEETINGS
AA Women’s Group Friends Hospital, Boone room, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. Sundays. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 267-847-3333.
Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA) Friends Hospital, Susan Fairweather-Wallace room, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. Sundays. 11 a.m.
Incest Survivors Friends Hospital, Susan Fairweather-Wallace room, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. Sundays. 9 to 10:30 a.m. 215-848-3830.
NAMI Family to Family Support Group Friends Hospital, Boone room, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. Second Sunday of each month. 1 to 2:30 p.m. The group’s general meeting is also held on the second Sunday of each month in the Susan Fairweather-Wallace room. 2 p.m. 215-673-3553.
Overeaters Anonymous 12-Step Group Nazareth Hospital, 2601 Holme Ave., second floor, conference room 1. Sundays. 10:30 a.m. 215-745-9661.
Monday, Jan. 12
EVENT
Adult and Senior Aerobics Carmella Playground, 2100 Wakeling St. Low-impact exercise class for seniors at 6 p.m. Free. Cardio/abs for adult men and women at 7 p.m. Mondays. 215-685-1235.
Adult Ceramics Russo Park Playground, 7321 Torresdale Ave. Mondays. 7 to 9 p.m. 215-685-8747.
Adult Line Dancing Tacony Music Hall, 4819 Longshore Ave. Monday and Tuesday evenings. $7 per class. Time: 215-335-3232.
Advanced Beginners Hebrew Class JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Mondays. 9:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.
Aerobics Classes Holy Redeemer Health & Fitness Center, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Held Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 to 10 a.m.; Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and 6:15 to 7:30 p.m.; and Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m. 215-938-5712.
APPRISE Insurance Counseling Redeemer Village, 1551 Huntingdon Pike, Huntingdon Valley. The program, for people 60 and older, is coordinated through the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Montgomery County. Mondays. 1 to 3 p.m. by appointment. Register. 1-800-818-4747.
Arts & Crafts and Ceramics Roosevelt Playground, 6455 Walker St. Class is suitable for ages 5 to adult. Mondays. $12 per month. 6:30 to 8 p.m. 215-685-8754.
Arts & Crafts for Children Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Road. For ages 6 to 10. $1 per class. Mondays. 6 to 7:30 p.m. 215-685-9396.
Ball Fusion Exercise Class Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Pilates-esque exercise ball workout. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Time and inf.: 215-335-0870.
Blood Pressure and Body Fat Analysis Testing Holy Redeemer Health & Fitness Center, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Free. Held Monday through Friday. 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4:30 p.m. Register: 215-938-5712.
Books Aloud! Workshop Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. One-hour workshop is for parents of preschoolers, preschool teachers, day-care providers and other adults interested in early childhood literacy. 6:30 p.m. Register. 215-686-5374.
Cardio-Kickboxing Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Class provides a complete body workout for all levels of participation. Mondays and Thursdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215-613-1070.
Cardio Kickboxing for Women Roosevelt Playground, 6455 Walker St. Learn self-defense skills while burning calories. $25 per month. Mondays and Wednesdays. 8:15 p.m. 215-685-8754.
Country Western Dance Lessons Associated Polish Home Cultural Center, 9150 Academy Road. Mondays. $7. 7:30 p.m. 215-624-9954.
Dance Aerobics Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:05 p.m. 215-632-0100.
Dance and Gymnastics Classes Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Road. Monday through Thursday and Saturday. Suitable for ages 3 and older. $90 per year. Time and inf.: 215-685-9396.
Dance Classes Disston School, Knorr and Gillespie streets. Tap, ballet and jazz are offered. Monday through Thursday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215-685-8750.
Foster Care Information Program Bethany Christian Services, 7827 Old York Road, Elkins Park. 10 a.m. to noon. 1-800-215-0702.
Intermediate Conversational Hebrew Class JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Mondays. 12:30 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Irish Dance Classes Vogt Recreation Center, 6700 Cottage St. Mondays, September through May. Suitable for ages 5 and older. Three payments of $35. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 215-685-8753. And at: Mitchell Playground, East Crown and Morrell avenues. Mondays. Beginner to advanced step and Ceili classes for age 6 to adult. $20 per month plus $15 registration fee. 6:15 p.m. 215-260-8440. Also at: Carmella Playground, Tulip and Wakeling streets. For ages 6 to 12. $20 per month plus $10 registration fee. 7 p.m. Mondays. 215-685-1235.
Italian Language/Heritage Class Princeton Avenue Development Corp., 4814 Princeton Ave. Mondays. 7:30 p.m. Register. 215-331-0741.
Jewish Life and Culture Discussion JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Mondays. 10:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.
Karate Northeast Family YMCA, Carriage House, 11088 Knights Road. Monday and Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. 215-632-0100. More at: Lackman Playground, 1101 Bartlett St. Co-ed program for ages 6 and older meets Mondays at 5:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. And at: Fitzpatrick Playground, Academy and Torrey roads. Class is for children 5 and older. Mondays and Wednesdays. $45 per month. 6 to 7 p.m. 215-685-9395.
Library JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. A librarian will be available every Monday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.
Marcella Kochanska-Sembrich Female Chorus Rehearsal Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road. 7:30 p.m. 215-333-2383.
Men’s 3 on 3 Basketball League Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. For those 20 and older. Sign up as an individual or a team. Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:30 p.m. 215-632-0100.
New Approaches to Treating Sinus and Allergy Problems Holy Redeemer Hospital & Medical Center, First floor conference room 1, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadow-brook. 7 p.m. Learn about Sinuplasty, a new advance in the field. Register. 1-800-818-4747.
SilverSneakers Exercise Class John M. Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Mondays. 9:30 a.m.; Tuesdays at 11 a.m.; Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.; Thursdays at 11 a.m.; Fridays at 9:30 a.m. 215-331-7120.
SilverSneakers Muscular Strength & Range of Movement Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Exercise to music to help increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Non-members $3 per class. Mondays and Tuesdays at 1 p.m., Thursdays at 9 a.m. Register. 215-613-1070.
Yogalates Fitness Class Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. These exercises encourage the body to work in harmony and balance. Suitable for all ages. 7 p.m. 215-613-1070.
Yoga/Pilates George Washington High School Beacon Center, 10175 Bustleton Ave. Mondays and Thursdays. Bring your own mat. Free. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Register. 215-961-2151.
Zumba Classes Bridgemen’s Hall (Iron Workers Local), 11600 Norcom Road. Get a full workout with Latin steps and music. First class is free. Mondays. 7 p.m. 267-304-8553.
MEETINGS
AA Speaker Meeting Friends Hospital, Susan Fairweather-Wallace room, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. 7:30 p.m. Mondays. 215-708-7235.
Al-Anon New Beginnings Johnson Memorial Methodist Church, 3117 Longshore Ave. (second floor). This is also an AFG District 1 beginners meeting. Mondays. 7:30 p.m.
Alcoholics Anonymous Gloria Dei Church, 570 Welsh Road, Huntingdon Valley. Mondays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 8 p.m. 215-947-8200.
East Torresdale Civic Association Liberty Evangelical Free Church, Linden Avenue and Milnor Street. Meets the second Monday of each month. 7 p.m.
Fox Chase Art Group Fox Chase Library, 501 Rhawn St. Talk with local artists, work on individual projects and provide inspiration and feedback to other members every Monday from 1 to 3 p.m. New members invited. Participants can work in any medium. There are no restrictions as to level of experience. Free. 215-731-0101, 215-335-9042.
Overeaters Anonymous Elkins Park Hospital/Moss Rehab, 60 E. Township Line Road, room G-3, Elkins Park. This location is handicapped accessible. Mondays. 8 p.m. 215-674-4418.
The Compassionate Friends, Bustleton Chapter American Heritage Federal Credit Union, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. 7 p.m. 215-396-0460.
Tuesday, Jan. 13
EVENTS
Adult Irish Ceili Dance Lessons Fox Chase Recreation Center, Rockwell Avenue and Ridgeway Street. Tuesdays. 8 to 10 p.m. 215-945-8163.
Adult Ceramics Dorsey Playground, 4800 Hegerman St. For ages 15 and older. $4, includes firings. Tuesdays. 7 to 9 p.m. 215-685-8734.
Beginners Strength Training and Fitness for Teens Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Ongoing Tuesday and Thursday program. Sixteen classes cost $110, eight classes cost $65 for non-members. Drop-ins $9. 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. 215-613-1070.
Clothing Sale and Flea Market Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6500 Tabor Road. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215-697-8000.
Credit Seminar in Russian Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Rovshan Safarov of the Credit Counseling Service of Delaware Valley will speak about credit, understanding credit reports and more. Free. 215-685-0522 (English), 215-563-5665, Ext. 3308 (Russian).
Culinary Arts for Adults Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. More classes scheduled for Jan. 27, Feb. 10 and Feb. 24. Sign up for one or all four. Members $20 per class, non-members $25 per class. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Register. 215-613-1070.
Fitness Aerobics JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Low-impact aerobics to enhance cardio and minor muscle tone. Members $2, non-members $5. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 7 p.m. 215-698-7300, Ext. 146.
GED Classes Parent Leadership Academy at Austin Meehan Middle School, 3001 Ryan Ave. 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 215-335-5339.
Japanese Karate Picariello Playground, Red Lion and Calera roads. Co-ed program for ages 7 and older. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $40 registration plus $6 per class. 5 p.m. 215-685-9393.
Karate Heitzman Recreation Center, 3631 Amber St. Tuesday and Thursday. 6 to 7 p.m. 215-685-1244.
Kenpo Karate Program Frankford Valley Playground, 4301 Tacony St. For ages 5 to adult. Tuesdays and Fridays. $20 per month. 6 to 7 p.m. 215-685-1248.
Martial Arts Class George Washington High School Beacon Center, 10175 Bustleton Ave. Tuesdays. Class is for children and adults. Free. 6 p.m. Register. 215-961-2151.
Martial Arts/Self-defense Classes Gifford Playground, Gifford and Tomlinson streets. Tuesday and Thursday. $40 per month, discounts available. 6:30 p.m. 215-685-0377.
Pilates Sculpt and Tone Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for all age groups and fitness levels. Tuesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215-613-1070.
Preschool Program Dorsey Playground, 4800 Hellerman St. Suitable for ages 3 to 5. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. $55 per month. 215-685-8734.
Senior Exercise Class Wissinoming Bible Fellowship Church, 4416 Van Kirk St. Stretching and low-impact aerobics. Tuesday and Thursday. $5 for both sessions. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. 215-743-2360.
Senior Get-together District 10 Health Center, 2230 Cottman Ave. Discussion of topics of interest to seniors. Free. 10 a.m. 215-342-7692.
SilverSneakers YogaStretch JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Tuesdays. Free. 11:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.
SilverSplash Water Exercise Program (SilverSneakers Affiliates) Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Offered Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Inf.: 215-335-0870.
Sing Along Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. 215-685-0576.
Step Aerobics Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. For men and women. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $20 per month. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215-685-1242.
Step & Sculpt Frankford Hospital, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. $6 per class, 10 classes for $50. Tuesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215-612-4576.
Tai Chi for Seniors John M. Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Tuesdays. Improve stress reduction, balance and agility. $3 per class. 10 a.m. 215-331-7120. Also at: Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Tuesdays. 3 p.m. Yearly membership $6. 215-685-0576.
Tae Kwon Do Chalfont Playground, Chalfont and Deerpath roads. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children’s class from 5 to 6 p.m., adult class from 6 to 7 p.m. Inf.: 215-840-8357.
Totally Tone Frankford Hospital, Torresdale campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Tuesdays. $6 per class, 10 classes $50. 7 to 7:30 p.m. 215-612-4576.
Tots’ Night Out Russo Park Playground, 7321 Torresdale Ave. Tots, ages 2 to 4, can bring one adult for an evening of arts & crafts, ceramics, sports or other activities. Tuesdays. $20 registration fee (includes T-shirt) plus $5 to $10 weekly fee to cover supplies. Time: 215-685-8747.
Tot Rec American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Ave. Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For ages 3 and 4. 215-685-8733.
Tumbling for Children Russo Park Playground, 7321 Torresdale Ave. For children ages 5 to 9. Tuesdays. 7 to 8 p.m. 215-685-8747.
MEETINGS
2nd PDAC Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6500 Tabor Road. Town watch president’s meeting at 6 p.m. PDAC meets at 7 p.m.
Al-Anon Support Groups Gloria Dei Church, 570 Welsh Road, Huntingdon Valley. For friends and relatives of those with a drinking problem. 8 p.m. 215-947-8200. Another at: St. John’s Lutheran Church, Hawthorne Street and Tyson Avenue. 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Cancer Support Groups Holy Redeemer Hospital and Medical Center, Cancer Center conference room, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadow-brook. Groups for patients, their family and friends meet from 4 to 6 p.m. Register. 1-800-818-4747.
Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Chapter 6 Salvation Army, 5830 Rising Sun Ave. 1 p.m. Free membership is available for disabled vets 80 and older. Group meets the second Tuesday of each month, except July and August. 215-676-9211.
Family Support Group Northeast Community Center MH/MR, Orleans Building, Roosevelt Boulevard and Adams Avenue. For families of adults with mental illness. Tuesdays. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215-831-2854.
Holmesburg Civic Association Holmesburg Community Center, Rhawn and Ditman streets. Meets second Tuesday of each month (except July and August). 7:15 p.m.
Jardel Senior Citizen Club Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Tuesdays. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215-379-3051.
Let’s Talk Group Discussion JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Focus is on topics relating to the issues faced in life. 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. 215-698-7300.
Nar-Anon St. Martin of Tours Church (choir door), 5450 Roosevelt Blvd. This is a 12-step support group for family and friends of the drug-addicted. Tuesdays. 7 p.m. 1-800-678-4989.
St. Petri’s Senior Citizens Club social hall, 6816 Jackson St. Tuesdays. Social, crafts and games. 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215-333-4103.
Somerton Civic Association Walker Lodge 306, 1290 Southampton Road. Meets the second Tuesday of each month (except July and August). 7:30 p.m.
Survivors of Suicide Frankford Hospital, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion Roads. Self-help group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. 7:30 p.m. The group meets the second Tuesday of every month. 267-914-0508.
Tacony Civic Association Disston Memorial Presbyterian Church, Tyson Avenue and Glenloch streets. Meets second Tuesday of every other month. 7 p.m.
Teen Advocacy Group East Cheltenham Free Library, 400 Myrtle Ave., Cheltenham. For ages 13 to 19. Light refreshments served. 3:30 p.m. Register. 215-379-2077.
Wednesday, Jan. 14
EVENTS
Adult Beginner Tap Tacony Music Hall, 4819 Longshore Ave. $10 per class. 8 p.m. Wednesdays. 215-335-3232.
Adult Irish Ceili Dancing American Legion hall, 301 E. Godfrey Ave. Wednesdays. 7:30 to 9 p.m. 215-725-8055.
Aerobics Fitzpatrick Playground, Academy and Torrey roads. Bring towel and water. $4 per class. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. 215-685-9395. Also at: St. Bernard Senior Adult Program, 7340 Jackson St. $2. Wednesdays. 9:15 a.m. 215-624-5920.
Arts and Crafts JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. 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.
Bingo St. William parish hall, Argyle and Robbins streets. Wednesdays. Early birds at 6:45 p.m. 215-745-1389.
Body Sculpting Frankford Hospital, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Wednesdays. $6 per class, 10 classes $50. 7 to 7:30 p.m. 215-612-4576.
Book Sale East Cheltenham Free Library, Myrtle and Elm avenues, Cheltenham. 7 to 8:45 p.m. Sale continues Jan. 15, 7 to 8:45 p.m.; Jan. 16, 1 to 4:45 p.m.; Jan. 17, 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.; and Jan. 18, 1 to 3:45 p.m. 215-379-2077.
Books Aloud! Workshop Bushrod Library, 6304 Castor Ave. One-hour workshop is for parents of preschoolers, preschool teachers, day-care providers and other adults interested in early childhood literacy. 6:30 p.m. Register. 215-686-5374.
Cardio Mix Frankford Hospital, Torresdale Campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Wednesdays. $6 per class, 10 classes $50. 6 to 7 p.m. 215-612-4576.
Ceramics for Adults Disston Recreation Center, Disston and Glenloch streets. Wednesdays. 7 to 9 p.m. 215-338-0988.
Core Training JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Wednesdays. Members $3, non-members $5. 7 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Creative Arts Class 7340 Jackson St. Sponsored by St. Bernard Senior Adult Program. Wednesdays. $2. 10 a.m. 215-624-5920.
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.
Dance Program Lackman Playground, 1101 Bartlett St. Co-ed program for ages 3 to 5. Wednesdays. 5:30 p.m. 215-685-0370.
Duplicate Bridge JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Accredited ACBL game. Wednesdays. Noon to 3 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Family Game Night East Cheltenham Free Library, 400 Myrtle Ave., Cheltenham. Bring a favorite board or card game or play one of the library’s. Suitable for all ages. 7 p.m. Register. 215-379-2077.
Folk Dancing JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Wednesdays. 12:30 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Golden Gals Fitness Tacony Music Hall, 4819 Longshore Ave. Low-impact aerobics, light weights and stretching. $5. 7 p.m. Wednesdays. 215-335-3232.
Hebrew Lessons for Adults Temple Beth Ami, 9201 Old Bustleton Ave. Free. Lessons are taught at all levels. 6 p.m. Wednesdays. 215-673-2511.
Karate Vogt Recreation Center, Cottage Street and Unruh Avenue. Wednesdays. 6 to 7 p.m. $75 month. 215-685-8753.
Keep Moving Exercise Class John M. Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Gentle, easy movements from yoga, tai chi and mind-body-awareness. 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays. $3 per class. 215-331-7120.
Kripalu Yoga Holy Redeemer Health & Fitness Center, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook. Eight-week Wednesday class costs $40. 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Register. 1-800-818-4747.
Line Dancing JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Wednesdays. 1:15 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Playgroup Frankford Group Ministry, 4620 Griscom St. For parents and children 5 and younger. Free. Wednesdays. 10 to 11:30 a.m. 267-693-7016.
Rhyth-Mix Class JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Ave. Low-impact aerobic program provides a cardiovascular workout. Wednesdays. Free. 10:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.
Rummy Kube JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Wednesdays. 12:30 p.m. 215-698-7300.
SilverSneakers Muscular Strength & Range of Movement JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Free. Wednesdays. 9:15 a.m. 215-698-7300.
SilverSneakers Yoga Stretch Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses to promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Non-members $3 per class. Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Register. 215-613-1070.
Singing for Fun JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Wednesdays. 12:30 p.m. 215-698-7300.
TaeKwon-Do Gifford Playground, 575 Tomlinson Road. Suitable for ages 5 and older. $45 per month, includes uniform. Wednesdays and Fridays. 6 p.m. 215-685-0377.
Teen Yoga Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Wednesdays. 4 p.m. 215-632-0100.
Water Aerobics 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. Improve respiration, energy and vitality while promoting cardio and circulatory health. 6 p.m. Wednesdays. 215-613-1070. Also at: Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park. Designed for all levels of experience and ability. Wednesdays. 6:30 p.m. 215-635-6611. And at: Pelbano Recreation Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Wednesdays. 6:30 to 8 p.m. 215-683-1975.
Zumba Fitness Class Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Latin dance workout. Wednesdays. 7 to 8 p.m. 215-356-2280.
MEETINGS
Bereavement Support Group JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Wednesdays. 12:15 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Cocaine Anonymous Friends Hospital, Susan Fairweather-Wallace room, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. 7:30 p.m. 215-333-7798.
Family Support Group Fox Chase Cancer Center, West Building/Outpatient Depart-ment, 333 Cottman Ave. Meet in area B by the fireplace. Patients and family members can share their experiences of living with cancer and find ways to address cancer-related problems. Second and fourth Wednesdays. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215-728-2676.
Fox Chase Homeowners and Fox Chase Town Watch Cpl. John Loudenslager American Legion Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave. Meets second Wednesday of odd months. 7:30 p.m.
Gam-Anon and Gamblers Anonymous Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Twelve-step program for those with a gambling problem, their family and friends. 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Hot line: 1-888-213-3945.
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.
Golden Friends of St. Timothy Senior Citizens St. Timothy School hall, 3001 Levick St. New members welcome. Wednesdays. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215-744-1885.
It Still Works Support Group Friends Hospital, Scattergood conference room, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. 6 p.m. Wednesdays. 215-744-4902.
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.
"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.
Overeaters Anonymous Welsh Road Library, Welsh Road and Roosevelt Boulevard (rear). Meeting includes a beginner’s group. Wednesdays. 1:15 p.m. 215-674-4418.
Senior Citizens Group American Legion Oxley Post, Torresdale Avenue and Decatur Street. The newly-formed group will meet 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) JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Open forum for women to support each other with the problems of everyday life. Wednesdays. 10:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.
TOPPS Weight Loss Group St. Stephen Church, 4201 Princeton Ave. Learn to take off pounds sensibly. Wednesdays. 9:45 a.m. 215-697-8385.
Thursday, Jan. 15
EVENTS
Adult Beginner Line Dancing The Centre for Well Being, 7880 Oxford Ave. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays. $6 singles, $10 couples. 215-745-4025.
Adult Ceramics Class Holmesburg Recreation Center, Rhawn and Ditman streets. $6 per class. No firing fees. Thursdays. 7 to 10 p.m. Register. 215-685-8714.
Adult Computer Class George Washington High School Beacon Center, 10175 Bustleton Ave. Thursdays by appointment only. Fee charged. 6:30 p.m. 215-961-2151.
Adult Karate American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Ave. For ages 14 and older. Thursdays. $50 per month includes uniform and belts. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215-685-8733.
Adult Painting Classes St. Dominic School, 8505 Frankford Ave. Ten-week session. Choice of Thursday evening or Friday afternoon class. Beginners or more experienced welcome. Cost and time: 215-333-6703.
Adult Yoga Picariello Recreation Center, Red Lion and Calera roads. Bring a yoga mat. Thursdays. $7 per class, $20 per month. 7 to 8:15 p.m. 215-685-9393.
Aquacise Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Thursdays. 7:30 p.m. 215-632-0100.
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.
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.
Cardio ‘N Muscle Toning Frankford Hospital, Torresdale campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $6 per class, 10 classes $50. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 215-612-4576.
Chess Club JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Play and instruction for beginners and experienced players. Thursdays. 12:30 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Healing Exercise JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Thursdays. 12:30 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Hip-hop/Jazz Classes Michael Palmer Playground, Thornton and Comly roads. Classes are for ages 10 to 15. Thursdays. 6:30 to 8 p.m. 215-685-0371.
Line Dancing for Adults Junod Playground, 12770 Dunks Ferry Road. Thursdays. Call for time. 215-685-9396.
Painting Class Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Thursdays and Fridays. 12:30 p.m. 215-831-2926.
Robert Ensinger Chorale Rehearsal Bethany United Church of Christ, 6545 Rising Sun Ave. The group has openings for male and female voices in all parts. Thursdays. 8 to 10 p.m. 215-355-2165.
SilverSplash JCC Klein Branch, Red Lion Road and Jamison Avenue. Thursdays. Free. 12:30 p.m. 215-698-7300.
Tap Dance Program Pelbano Recreation Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Suitable for ages 7 and older. 6:30 p.m. Thursdays. $20 per month. 215-683-1975.
Tai Chi Fox Chase Library, 501 Rhawn St. $4 per class. First visit is free. Thursdays. 11 a.m. to noon. 215-332-3648.
Tone It Up Frankford Hospital, Torresdale campus, Knights and Red Lion roads. Thursdays. $6 per class, 10 classes $50. 6 to 6:30 p.m. 215-612-4576.
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.
Tumbling for Children American Legion Playground, 6201 Torresdale Ave. For ages 3 and older. 6:15 p.m. 215-685-8733.
MEETINGS
Al-Anon Paths to Recovery St. John’s Lutheran Church, Tyson Avenue and Hawthorne Street. Thursdays. 1 p.m.
Depression and Bipolar Support Group Friends Hospital, Scattergood Conference room, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., except the first Thursday of the month when the group meets at 5:30 p.m. 215-831-7809.
Family Support Group 6726 Rising Sun Ave. Sponsored by Northeast Community Center for Mental Health/Mental Retardation. For families of adults with mental illness. Thursdays. 1 to 3 p.m. 215-831-2854.
Friends of Pennypack Park The Lafayette-Redeemer Senior Center, 8580 Verree Road. Third Thursday. 7:30 p.m. 215-934-PARK.
Girl Scouts Gifford Playground, 575 Tomlinson Road, behind Loesche School. Thursdays. 7 to 8:30 p.m. $10 registration. 215-685-0377.
Narcotics Anonymous Friends Hospital, Tyson-Janney dining room, 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. Thursdays. 5:30 p.m. 215-280-4732.
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. $5. First and third Thursday of each month. 7 p.m. 215-752-2668 or philadelphiasfirsttoastmasters.com
Upper Holmesburg Civic Association St. Dominic’s Marian Hall, 8532 Frankford Ave. Group meets the third Thursday of the month (Except July and August). 7 p.m. 215-335-6799.
Widow and Widower Support Group Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. All widows and widowers are invited. The group meets the third Thursday of each month. 7 p.m. 215-552-9893.
Young Widow and Widower Support Group Moss Rehab – Einstein at Elkins Park, 60 E. Township Line Road. Topic: "Wedding Rings and Other Symbols." Presented by Counseling Network for Loss & Transition. 7:30 to 9 p.m. 215-624-8190.
Friday, Jan. 16
EVENTS
Adult Movie Night East Cheltenham Free Library 400 Myrtle Ave., Cheltenham. Free. Light refreshments will be served. 7 p.m. Register. 215-379-2077.
Book Discussion Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. The group will discuss Things Fall Apart by Chinua Archebe. 10:30 a.m. For a copy of the book and registration, call 215-685-0513.
Indoor Movie Night Life Victory Church, 7501 Frankford Ave. Free popcorn and beverages provided. The public is invited. 7 p.m. 215-331-7500.
William D. Oxley Post Torresdale Avenue and Decatur Street. Jan. 17. Flea market and craft sale. Tables $10. Inf.: 215-331-7063.
St. Hubert High School 7320 Torresdale Ave. Jan. 31. Indoor flea market. Sponsored by Alumnae Association. Spaces available. Inf.: 215-331-6418.
Tacony Library 6742 Torresdale Ave. Feb. 28. Indoor craft fair. Sponsored by Friends of Tacony Library. Tables $10. Inf.: 215-685-8755. ••