Community Calendar for April 28, 2011 edition

Friday, April 29

EVENTS

Arts and Crafts Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. For ages 5 to 12. Fridays. 7 p.m. $25 per month. 215-685-1242. Also at: Russo Park Playground, 7321 Torresdale Ave. For ages 8 and older. Fridays. 7 p.m. 215-685-8747.

Arts and Crafts for Seniors Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. Fridays. 10 a.m. 215-831-2926.

Beef-and-Beer St. Martin of Tours gym, 5450 Roosevelt Blvd. $30. Benefits the school. 8 p.m. to midnight. 215-535-2962, Ext. 420.

Child Care Workshop in Spanish Animal Control Building, 111 W. Hunting Park Ave. Presented by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health. $30. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Pre-register. 215-685-9013.

Hairspray Performances Archbishop Ryan High School, 11201 Academy Road. 7:30 p.m. Continues April 30 at 7:30 p.m. and May 1 at 1 p.m. Adults $10, seniors and children $8. 215-632-1800.

Martial Arts Class for Children Holmesburg Recreation Center, Ditman and Rhawn streets. Suitable for ages 5 to 12. Fridays and Mondays. $5 per class. 6 to 9 p.m. 215-290-2527.

Scrabble Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Novices and experts are welcome. Fridays. 10:30 a.m. 215-685-0547.

Shotocon Karate Michael Palmer Playground, Thornton and Comly roads. Parent/ child combos invited. $5 registration fee. $35 per month. Fridays. 6:30 p.m. 215-685-0371.

Shuffleboard Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Fridays. 2:30 to 4 p.m. The board is available to all members at various times. 215-685-0576.

SilverSneakers Aerobics Juniata Park Older Adult Center, 1251 E. Sedgley Ave. Fridays and Mondays. $1. 11 a.m. 215-685-1490.

SilverSneakers Muscular Strength Training Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Fridays at 8:30 a.m. Also on Mondays and Wednesdays at 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. $2 per class if not covered by your insurance. 215-685-0576.

Texas Hold'em Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Fridays. 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Also on Tuesdays at the same times. 215-685-0576.

The Complete Abridged Works of William Shakespeare Performances Holy Family Hall, 9801 Frankford Ave., room 109. Presented by the university's Drama Club. 7 p.m. Also April 30 at 7 p.m. and May 1 at 2 p.m. $8, students $6. Dramaclub.hf@gmail.com

Zumba Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Monday and Friday. $7 per class. 7 p.m. 215-685-1242.

MEETINGS

Jardel Seniors Card Club Jardel Recreation Center basement hall, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Fridays. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215-379-3051.

Overeaters Anonymous Bustleton Library, Bustleton Avenue and Verree Road. 10:30 a.m. Fridays. 215-674-4418.

Saturday, April 30

EVENTS

American Red Cross Blood Drive Planet Abacus Charter School hall, 6660 Keystone St. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1-800-RED CROSS.

Beef-and-Beer Curran's Irish Inn, 6900 State Road. $30, includes food, beer, soda, music and door prizes. Proceeds benefit the Officer Joe McCloskey Memorial Fund. 5 to 9 p.m. 215-332-4873, 856-461-7720.

Beginners Cake Decorating Demo Wissinoming Presbyterian Church, Howell Street and Torresdale Avenue. Students will learn the basics of cake decorating. $15. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pre-registration is required. 215-288-7070.

Bird Walk Glen Foerd on the Delaware, 5001 Grant Ave. Walk will be led by Frank Windfelder. Light breakfast will be provided. Free. The public is invited. 7 a.m. 215-632-5330.

Business Program Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Topic: "Starting a Business, What is Required." Presented by SCORE, counselors to small businesses. 2 to 4 p.m. Free. 215-685-0522.

Civil War Re-enactment Neshaminy State Park, 3401 State Road, Bensalem. "The Campaign of Fall 1861: Bolivar Heights and Ball's Bluff" features camp-life scenarios, battle re-enactments, Civil War-era music and more. Also May 1. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, rain or shine. A voluntary collection will be taken each day. 610-809-6540.

Comedy Night Beef-and-Beer Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Features comedians Steve "The Pickle Man," Joe Currie and Ed McGonigal. $20 in advance, $25 at the door, includes hot sandwiches, salads, beer, wine and more. 7 to 11 p.m. 215-335-0870.

Dobbins Class of '83 Bowling Party Thunderbird Lanes, 5830 Castor Ave. $25, includes lane, shoe rental, food and beverages. 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tickets: 267-207-1501.

Gardening Program Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Learn basic and proper steps to plant and grow a garden. Three-week session continues Saturdays, May 7 and 14. 1 to 3 p.m. Members $40, non-members $45, plus $10    supply fee for seeds and plants to take home. 215-613-1070.

Old York Road Symphony Concert Abington Junior High School, 2056 Susquehanna Road, Abington. Adults $18, seniors $15, students $5. 8 p.m. 215-782-1718.

Robotics Workshop Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave. Children will use art and computer science to construct a little robot. Two sessions available: 2 to 3 p.m. and 3 to 4 p.m. Space and materials are limited. Children should arrive early. 215-685-0549.

Scrapbooking Day Bridesburg Recreation Center (lower level), 4625 Richmond St. $10 in advance includes table, use of tools (Cricut, Sissix, etc.), food, beverages and snacks. Bring your own supplies. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Register. 215-685-1247.

Sheep Shearing Day Fox Chase Farm, 8500 Pine Road. Noon to 4 p.m.

SilverSneakers Cardio Circuit Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. 1 p.m. Participants must be members of SilverSneakers. 215-698-7300.

Softball Tournament and Beef-and-Beer Tournament takes place at Burholme Park, Cottman and Central avenues. $20 per person, includes food, beverages and T-shirt. 9:30 a.m. Beef-and-beer at North Penn VFW 676, 2519 Jenkintown Road, Glenside. 8 p.m. to midnight. Proceeds benefit the Colleen P. Smith Memorial Fund. $30 in advance, $35 at the door. www.colleensfund.org or e-mail Colleensfund@gmail.com

Spring Oktoberfest (Stiftungsfest) G.T.V. Almrausch at Cannstatter Volksfest Verein, 9130 Academy Road. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Entertainment features dance groups and dance music. Doors open at 6 p.m. $10 in advance, $12 at the door. 484-318-8078.

Tunes for Tots Program Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Four-session program for ages 1 to 4 continues Saturdays through May 21. Members $40, non-members $50. 10 to 11 a.m. 215-613-1070.

Zumba and Zumba Toning En Pointe Dance Studio, 3114 Willits Road. Zumba toning at 8 a.m. Zumba class at 9 a.m. Drop-ins $8. Saturdays. 215-856-7100.

MEETINGS

55+ Singles Breakfast Group Michael's Restaurant, Roosevelt Boulevard and Haldeman Avenue. Saturdays. 10:30 a.m.

Overeaters Anonymous St. Albert the Great rectory basement, 212 Welsh Road, Huntingdon Valley. Location is handicapped accessible. 11 a.m. Saturdays. 215-674-4418.

CRAFT SHOWS/

FLEA MARKETS

Comly School 1001 Byberry Road. Craft show and flea market. Sponsored by Home & School Association. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215-961-4595.

Maternity BVM 9220 Old Bustleton Ave., lower parking lot. Flea market. Sponsored by Home and School Association. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215-904-7248.

Naval Inventory Control Point (NAVICP) 700 Robbins Ave. Craft fair and flea market. Spaces $25 for first, $15 each additional. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215-697-5030.

New Foundations Charter School Rhawn Street and Torresdale Avenue. Flea market. Sponsored by Home and School. Will be held rain or shine. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215-624-8100.

Rhawn Street and Frankford Avenue Behind Wachovia Bank. Flea market. Hosted by Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians Div. 61. Coffee, soft pretzels, soda and water available. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

St. James Lutheran Church Castor Avenue and Pratt Street, on the side lawn. Market bazaar. Furniture, toys, shoes, accessories and food will be on sale. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215-743-2412.

St. John Neumann Nursing Home 10400 Roosevelt Blvd. Flea market and craft fair. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain date May 1. 215-698-5631.

Torresdale Library 3079 Holme Ave. Indoor vendor fair. Sponsored by Friends of Torresdale Library. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 215-685-0494.

Sunday, May 1

EVENTS

Breakfast Bustleton Memorial Post 810 hall, 9151 Old Newtown Road. Hosted by auxiliary. $7, $4 for children 8 and younger. Includes scrambled eggs, creamed chipped beef, bacon, potatoes, juice, coffee and more. 9 a.m. to noon. 215-969-9437.

Pilates Sculpt & Tone Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for all age groups and fitness levels. Drop-ins $8 per class. Sundays at noon and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. 215-613-1070.

Spring Fling Dinner Dance Far Northeast Senior Center, 12601 Townsend Road. Music provided by Michael Sablick. $22. 2 to 6 p.m. 267-574-4304.

Swim Lessons for All Ages Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Private swim lessons are available seven days a week. Call for inf.: 215-698-7300, Ext. 141.

The Wizard of Oz Production Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. En Pointe presents its fourth annual spring production with shows at 1 and 5 p.m. Features an all-dance version of the family favorite with 100 performers ages 3 to 70. $15 in advance, $18 at the door. Tickets: 215-856-7100.

Zumba Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Sundays. $10 per class. 11 a.m. to noon. 215-613-1070.

MEETINGS

Cocaine Anonymous Coffee Connection, 6441 Frankford Ave. Sundays. 10:30 a.m. 215-333-7798.

Friendship Singles Club The group for ages 50 and older will meet at 3 p.m. for a dinner meeting. Call for inf.: 215-969-7167.

Gam-Anon and Gamblers Anonymous Nazareth Hospital, 2601 Holme Ave. Twelve-step program for family and friends of compulsive gamblers. Sundays. 7 p.m. Hot line: 1-888-213-3945.

Incest Survivors Frankford Memorial United Methodist Church, 1300 Dyre St. Enter on Oakland Street. Sundays. 9:30 a.m. 215-848-3830, www.isadelawarevalley.org

Overeaters Anonymous 12-Step Group Nazareth Hospital, 2601 Holme Ave., second floor, conference room 1. Sundays. 10:30 a.m. 215-745-9661.

Monday, May 2

EVENTS

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. 215-685-1235.

Bingo for Seniors John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $3. Mondays at noon. 215-331-7120. Also at: Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Two cards cost $1. 12:30 p.m. 215-685-0576.

Cardio Cross-Fit Class Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Mondays at 7:15 p.m., Wednesdays at 6 p.m. and Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. $8 per class. 215-613-1070.

Country Western Dance Lessons Associated Polish Home Cultural Center, 9150 Academy Road. Mondays. $7. 7:30 p.m. 215-624-9954.

Entertainment with Singer Kirk Mauer Philadelphia Protestant Home social hall, 6500 Tabor Road. The public is invited. 2:30 p.m. 215-697-8000.

Financial Education Class for Women Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. "Financial Empowerment for Women: How to run your household like a business" is presented by the Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Delaware Valley. Free. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments served. Register. 215-685-8755.

Fitness Swimmer Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. $40. 7:45 p.m. 215-632-0100.

Golf Outing Philmont Country Club, 301 Tomlinson Road, Huntingdon Valley. Hosted by Northeast Philadelphia Lions Club and Fox Chase Cancer Center. Times and inf.: 267-228-3331, 215-663-1838.

Intermediate Conversational Hebrew Class Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays. 12:30 p.m. 215-698-7300.

Irish Dance Class Carmella Playground, Tulip and Wakeling streets. For ages 6 to 12. $20 per month plus $10 registration. 7 p.m. Mondays. 215-685-1235.

Jewish Life and Culture Discussion Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Mondays. 10:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.

Knitting Circle Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. This is not a teaching class, but a chance for people of similar interest to gather and share their skills in a comfortable social setting. All ages welcome. Mondays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215-698-3012.

Library Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. A librarian will be available Mondays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.

Line Dance Lessons Tacony Music Hall, 4819 Longshore Ave. Mondays. $7 per class. 7 to 8 p.m. 215-335-3232.

Little Picassos Arts and Crafts Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. For ages 4 to 9. Mondays. 6:15 to 7 p.m. 215-335-0870.

Low Impact Aquacise Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. 10:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. 215-632-0100.

Sing Along Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. 10 to 11 a.m. 215-831-2926.

MEETINGS

Cocaine Anonymous 12-Step Programs Somerton United Methodist Church, auditorium, 13073 Bustleton Ave. Mondays. 8 p.m. 215-333-7798. Also at: Coffee Connection, 6441 Frankford Ave. Mondays. 8 to 9:30 p.m. 215-333-7798.

Families Anonymous Support Group St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Tyson Avenue and Hawthorne Street. (Use Tyson Avenue door.) For families concerned with a loved one's drug or alcohol abuse. Mondays. 7:30 p.m. 215-676-8151.

Frankford Special Services District Board St. Mark's Church, 4442 Frankford Ave., use Griscom Street entrance. The public is invited. 8:30 a.m.

Marine Corps League, Pfc. Raymond F. Dewey Detachment Rising Sun VFW, 6850 Martins Mill Road. 7:30 p.m. 215-342-3820.

Men's Awareness Group Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Discussions geared to interests of retired men. Members only.  Mondays. 11 a.m. 215-698-7300.

Recovery with God Living Word Church, 7916 Frankford Ave. This is a Christian 12-step program. Mondays. 7 p.m. 215-333-5233.

St. Dominic Seniors Marian Hall, 8513 Frankford Ave. New members invited. Group meets Mondays. 10 a.m. 215-335-0929.

Tuesday, May 3

EVENTS

Art Therapy for Teens Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Suitable for ages 13 to 15. 4 p.m. Tuesdays. 215-537-5367.

Arthritis Aquatic Class Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 10:30 a.m. 215-632-0100.

Cake Decorating Class Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Learn to decorate cakes the way the pros do. Four-session program for ages 13 and older continues Tuesdays through May 24. Members $35, non-members $45. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Register. 215-613-1070.

Cardio/Abs Class for Adults Carmella Playground, 2100 Wakeling St. Tuesdays. $30. 6:30 p.m. 215-685-1235.

Children's Play Group Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. For ages 2-1/2 to 3. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. $80 per month. 9:30 a.m. to noon. 215-685-1242.

Core Pilates Jardel Recreation Center, Cottman Avenue and Pennway Street. Class is for teens and adults at all levels. Tuesdays. $5 per class. 7 p.m. 215-685-0596.

Dance Exercise with Elayne Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Tuesdays. 10:45 a.m. 215-745-3127.

ESL Classes Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Free, ongoing multilevel classes for adults are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. New students are welcome the first session of each month. 1 to 3:30 p.m. or 5:30 to 8 p.m. 215-474-1235.

Fitness Aerobics Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. 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/ABE Classes for Adults Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Provided through the Center for Literacy. 5:30 to 8 p.m. Register. 215-474-1235.

Hip-Hop/Jazz Classes Michael Palmer Playground, Thornton and Comly roads. Tuesday co-ed class for ages 3-6 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; ages 6-9 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. $5 registration fee. $35 per month. 215-685-0371.

Knitting Nook Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Tuesdays. All levels welcome. 12:30 p.m. 215-698-7300.

Line Dance Lessons Tacony Music Hall, 4819 Longshore Ave. Tuesdays. $7. 7 to 8 p.m. 215-335-3232.

Philadelphia Police Department Hosts Question & Answer Session John M. Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Deputy Commissioner Johnson of the Internal Affairs Division and his staff will address the community on how to file a complaint as well as answer other police-related concerns. 6 p.m.

Step Aerobics Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Tuesdays, Thursdays and every other Wednesday. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 215-685-1242.

Stroke Alert Day Events Nazareth Hospital main lobby, 2601 Holme Ave. Free blood pressure screenings and education information. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Register. 1-866-629-2738. Another at: Jeanes Hospital main lobby, 7600 Central Ave. Free blood pressure screenings and education information. Noon to 4 p.m. 215-728-2000.

Tai Chi for Seniors John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $3. Tuesdays. 10 a.m. 215-331-7120.

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.

Teacher Appreciation Day Franklin Mills mall, 1455 Franklin Mills Circle. Free gifts and discounts for teachers, principals and all school personnel at participating retailers. Stop by guest services with school ID from 4 to 9:30 p.m. 215-632-1500.

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 Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Classes for 3-year-olds meet Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. $70 per month plus a $25 non-refundable registration fee. 215-685-1230.

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

Boy Scout Troop 252 All Saints Episcopal Church, 9601 Torresdale Ave. A Cub Pack is also forming. 7 p.m. Tuesdays. 215-338-4643.

Couples Club 50+ Temple Beth Ami, 9201 Old Bustleton Ave. 7:30 p.m. 215-673-8019.

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.

From Victim to Victor 7757 Frankford Ave. God's Arrows fellowship provided for children. Tuesdays. 7:30 p.m. 215-343-8474.

Girl Scouts Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Tuesdays. 5 to 6 p.m. Inf.: 215-685-1242.

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 Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Focus is on topics relating to the issues faced in life. Tuesdays. 10:30 a.m. 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.

Senior Book Club John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St.  Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays. 9:30 a.m. 215-331-7120.

Wednesday, May 4

EVENTS

Adult Tap Tacony Music Hall, 4819 Longshore Ave. $10 per class. Wednesdays. 8 p.m. 215-335-3232.

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

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

Art Class Northeast Older Adult Center, 8101 Bustleton Ave. Class is with a professional instructor. $2. 2 p.m. Wednesdays. 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. For ages 9 to 12. 6 p.m. Wednesdays. 215-537-5367.

Big Top Story Time Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave. Suitable for ages 2 to 4 and their parents. Wednesdays. 10:30 to 11 a.m. 215-685-0472.

Bollywood (India Fusion) Dance Class for Adults Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. 8:15 p.m. Wednesdays. 267-475-7005.

Book Review and Kosher Luncheon Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. Rosalie Cohen will review The Help by Kathryn Stockett. Noon. Hosted by the sisterhood. The public is invited. Call for reservations. 215-677-1600.

Book Sale and Flea Market Bustleton Library, Bustleton Avenue and Verree Road. Outdoor flea market is being held in conjunction with Friends of Bustleton Avenue Library's book sale. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 215-685-0472.

Books Aloud! Workshop Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Through a series of monthly workshops, adults are provided with the resources and skills needed to read aloud successfully with young children. Free. 6:30 p.m. Register. 215-686-5372.

Box Lunch Bingo Lawncrest Recreation Center, 6000 Rising Sun Ave. Sponsored by Friends of Lawncrest Library. $10. Proceeds support library   programs. 11 a.m. Tickets: 215-742-3662.

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. 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Members $3, non-members $5. 215-698-7300.

Dance Program Lackman Playground, 1101 Bartlett St. Co-ed program for ages 3 to 5. Wednesdays. 5:30 p.m. 215-685-0370.

Golden Gals & Guys Fitness  John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Wednesdays. Noon. $3. 215-331-7120.

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.

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

Line Dancing Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. 1:15 p.m. 215-698-7300. Also at: Tacony Music Hall, 4819 Longshore Ave. Wednesdays. 6 p.m. 215-335-3232.

Playgroup Frankford Group Ministry, 4620 Griscom St. For parents and children 5 and younger. Free. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays. 267-693-7016.

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

SilverSneakers Yoga Stretch John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Wednesdays. Non-members $3. 11 a.m. 215-331-7120. Also at: Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Non-members $3 per class. 9 a.m. Register. 215-613-1070.

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

Tae Kwon Do Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. For ages 5-14. Wednesdays and Fridays. Classes held at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. depending on age group. $50 per month includes uniform. 215-685-0377.

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

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

Zumba Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. $10. 7:15 p.m. Wednesdays. 215-613-1070. And at: Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays. 267-475-7005.

MEETINGS

8th Police District Advisory Council (PDAC) Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Group meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month from October to June. 215-686-3080.

Adults and Family Members with ADD/ADHD Support Group Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, conference room 2, Knights and Red Lion roads. Held first Wednesday of the month. 7 to 9 p.m. 267-401-9375.

Bereavement Support Groups Lambie Funeral Home, Rhawn Street and Rowland Avenue. Topic: "Stress Survival." 7 to 8:30 p.m. 215-624-8190. And at: Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. 12:45 p.m. 215-698-7300.

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).

Healthy Relationship and Sexuality Groups for those with Special Needs Jewish Family & Children's' Services, 10125 Verree Road, Suite 304. Wednesdays through May 18. $15 per session. 2 to 3:30 p.m. Space is limited. Pre-register. 267-256-2269.

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

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.

Maternity B.V.M. Seniors School hall, 9220 Old Bustleton Ave. New members are invited. First and third Wednesday of every month. 11 a.m. 215-698-2614.

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

Philadelphia Mothers of Twins & Triplets Club Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. All mothers of twins and higher order multiples are invited. 7:30 p.m. First Wednesday of the month September through June. www.nepmottc.com

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.

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, May 5

EVENTS

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. Inf.: 215-332-4352.

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. For ages 5 to 8. 6 p.m. Thursdays. 215-537-5367.

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.

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.

Child Care Workshop in Spanish CCIS NE, 1926 Grant Ave. This is a free documents review workshop. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Register: 215-475-3031, www.pakeys.org

Dance Classes 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. 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.

Entertainment with Pianist Joe Holt Philadelphia Protestant Home social hall, 6500 Tabor Road. The public is invited. 7 p.m. 215-697-8000.

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

Israel Celebration Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Enjoy entertainment with the Bob Cisik Duo. 1 p.m. 215-745-3127.

Karate Northeast Family YMCA, Carriage House, 11088 Knights Road. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays. 215-632-0100.

Kids in the Kitchen Program Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Four-session program for ages 5-11 continues Thursdays through May 26. Members $30, non-members $40. 5:45 to 7 p.m. Register. 215-613-1070.

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.

Philadelphia Workmen's Circle Chorus Rehearsals Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768 Verree Road. Enter from the rear parking lot. Men and women of all ages, voices and musical ability are invited. 7 p.m. Thursdays. 215-884-1453.

Pilates Intense Core Workout Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Drop-ins $8. Thursdays. 7 to 8 p.m. 215-613-1070.

Piloxing Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Program is a mix of pilates and boxing. Thursdays. 6 to 7 p.m. Drop-ins $8 per class. 215-613-1070.

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

Yoga John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $5 per class. Thursdays. 10 a.m. 215-331-7120. Also at: Picariello Recreation Center, Red Lion and Calera roads. The class is for all levels. Bring a yoga mat. $8 per class or $20 per four-week month. There is also a yearly registration fee. Thursdays. 6:50 to 8:15 p.m. 267-738-8393.

Zumba Holmesburg Recreation Center 4500 Rhawn St. (At Ditman Street). 5:30 p.m. Thursdays. $5. 215-685-8714. More at: Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5. Thursdays. 3 p.m. 215-698-7300.

Zumba Class Fund-raiser Torresdale Boys' Club gym, 4500 Linden Ave. $5 per class. 7 p.m. 215-338-8277.

MEETINGS

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.

Frankford Civic Association Aria Health, Frankford Campus, second floor conference room, 4900 Frankford Ave. 7 p.m.

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

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

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. New members are invited. Meets first and third Thursday of each month. 7 to 9 p.m. 215-428-4579.

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.

Tabernacle Leisurites Tabernacle Memorial United Methodist Church, Loretto Avenue and Ripley Street. Group meets the first Thursday of the month. 11:30 a.m. 215-725-7512.

To Live Again Rhawnhurst Chapter Rhawnhurst Presbyterian Church, Loretto Avenue and Lansing Street. All widows and widowers are welcome. 7:30 p.m. 215-745-9119, 215-744-7838.

Friday, May 6

EVENTS

Apprentice Competition/ Open House Carpenters Training Facility, 10401 Decatur Road. Twenty-six fourth-year apprentices will complete a construction project. There will also be construction exhibits and refreshments. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Center for Families and Relationships (CFAR) Gala Celebration Torresdale-Frankford Country Club, Grant and Frankford avenues. Seth Williams and Robert Juliano will be honored. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. Dinner at 7:30 p.m. www.cfarcounseling.org

MEETING

Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group Lafayette-Redeemer Senior Center, 8580 Verree Road. 1 p.m. 1-800-272-3900.

VENDOR ALERT

Bridesburg Recreation Center 4601 Richmond St. May 7. Flea market. Hosted by Bridesburg United Methodist Church. Spaces $15. Inf.: 267-738-5414.

CORA Services 8540 Verree Road. May 7. Indoor and outdoor flea market/craft fair. Indoor spaces $30, two for $50; outdoor spaces $15, two for $25. Inf.: 215-701-2524.

Lehigh Baptist Church 934 Alburger St. May 7. Flea market. Spaces $15. Inf.: 215-342-5167, 267-250-3267.

PAL and Trinity Church front lawns, Rising Sun and Longshore avenues. May 7. Flea market. Sponsored by Rising Sun Lions. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215-830-9852.

St. Michael's Lutheran Church Trenton Avenue and Cumberland Street. May 7. Indoor flea market. Spaces $20. Inf.: 267-253-1288 after 5 p.m.

Villages at Pine Valley Clubhouse 8550 Verree Road, next to CORA Services. May 7. Outdoor flea market. Spaces $12. Inf.: 215-722-1501.

Wissinoming Presbyterian Church Torresdale Avenue and Howell Street. Flea    market. May 7. Spaces $15. Inf.: 215-535-7862.

8th Police District 3100 Red Lion Road. May 14. Flea market. Spaces $12. Inf.: 215-685-9377.

Bethesda Church 808 Red Lion Road. May 14. Flea market. Spaces $15. Rain date May 21. Inf.: 215-464-3131.

Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center 4744 Frankford Ave. May 14. Flea market. Tables $15. Inf.: 215-831-2926 by May 6.

Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. Luke Wellington Street and Castor Avenue. May 14. Outdoor flea market. Spaces $15. Inf.: 215-745-8922 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.).

A.L. FitzPatrick School 11061 Knights Road. May 14. Craft show and flea market. Sponsored by FitzPVO. Spaces $20 each, two for $35. Inf.: 215-281-2646.

Holmesburg United Methodist Church of Christ 8118 Frankford Ave. May 14. Flea market. Spaces $10 if reserved by May 11, $15 thereafter. Inf.: 215-708-0889.

Memorial Presbyterian Church of Fox Chase 7902 Oxford Ave. May 14. Flea  market. Vendors needed. Inf.: 267-252-2837.

St. Martha Parish parking lot, 11301 Academy Road. May 14. Flea market. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215-637-6364.

Tacony Library May 14. Outdoor flea market. Sponsored by Friends of Tacony Library. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215-685-8755.

Trinity Church Oxford (Gibbons PAL Center) parking lot, Rising Sun and Longshore avenues. May 14. Flea market. Sponsored by Trinity Women. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215-745-3739.

St. William Church 6200 Rising Sun Ave. May 15. Outdoor flea market. Sponsored by Home and School. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215-837-6790.

Torresdale Boys' Club 4500 Linden Ave. May 15. Flea market. Vendor and crafter space available. Spaces $20, with table $25. Inf.: 215-332-6573.

Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church Longshore Avenue and Hawthorne Street. May 21. Craft fair and flea market. Inside tables $20, outside spaces $15. Inf.: 215-338-4196.

Emmanuel Resurrection Episcopal Church 8201 Frankford Ave. June 4. Flea market. Tables $10. Inf.: 215-637-0635.

St. Martin of Tours 5450 Roosevelt Blvd. June 4. Flea market. Tables $25. Inf.: 215-535-2962, Ext. 401.

Whitehall Baptist Church 3541 Avalon St. June 4. Flea market. Spaces available. Inf.: 215-969-3836.

John M. Perzel Community Center 2990 St. Vincent St. June 11. Flea market. Spaces $10, with table $15. Inf.: 215-685-8732.

The Lafayette-Redeemer 8580 Verree Road. June 25. Outdoor flea market. Spaces $25. Inf.: 215-214-2822.