Community Calendar for May 12, 2011 edition

Friday, May 13

EVENTS

12-Step Retreat Mother Boniface Spirituality Center, 3501 Solly Ave. Topic: "Bringing the Gifts of Recovery into Everyday Life." Begins today at 7 p.m. and concludes Sunday after noon dinner. 267-350-1831.

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.

Belly Dancing Classes for Adults and Children Philadelphia Dance Center, 8702 Crispin St. Fridays at   7 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. 267-475-7005.

Bible Club Grace Bible Church, Big A Pavilion at Pollock Playground, Ashton Road, north of Holme Circle. Fun games, snacks and more for children 8 to 12. Fridays. 7 p.m. 215-934-6625.

Book Sale East Cheltenham Free Library, Rowland Community Center, 400 Myrtle Ave., Cheltenham. 1 to 4:45 p.m. Continues May 14, 10 to 3:45 p.m. 215-379-2077.

Counseling with the Rabbi Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Rabbi Berliner will share concerns, problems or issues. Fridays at 9:45 a.m. (by appointment). 215-698-7300.

Family Bingo Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. $5 per player. 6 p.m. 215-613-1070.

Hot Topics Discussion Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Fridays. 1:30 p.m. 215-745-3127.

House of Koinonia 7759 Frankford Ave. Visit the coffee house for food, movie, games and fun. 9 p.m. to midnight. 215-332-9688.

inHome Shopping: Books are Fun Philadelphia Protestant Home, Fountain Room, 6500 Tabor Road.     9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 215-697-8000.

Let's Talk with Norma Tabas House, 2101 Strahle St. Fridays. 1 p.m. 215-745-3127.

Lunch with the Rabbi Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Join Rabbi Berliner at her tisch as she offers her own version of soul food. Sign up in advance for lunch. Fridays. 11:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.

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.

Senior Fire Prevention and Health Care Expo Knowlton Mansion, Rhawn Street and Verree Road. Hosted by Jeanes Hospital and the Philadelphia Fire Department. Refreshments courtesy of Conroy Catering at the Knowlton Mansion. 10 a.m. to noon. Register. 215-728-3313.

Shotocon Karate Michael Palmer Playground, Thornton and Comly roads. Suitable for children in first grade to adult. $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. 215-685-0576.

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. More at: Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Appropriate for older adults who are unfamiliar with exercise as well as those who are fit and active. Fridays at 9:15 a.m. and 1 p.m. Free. 215-698-7300.

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.

Zumba Max Myers Playground, 1601 Hellerman St. Monday and Friday. $7 per class. 7 p.m. 215-685-1242. More at: Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Latin dance workout. $10 per class. 6:30 p.m. Fridays. 215-356-2280. Also at: En Pointe Dance Studio, 3114 Willits Road. Fridays. 7 p.m. 215-856-7100.

MEETINGS

Children's Caravan Philadelphia First Church of the Nazarene, 1707 Shelmire Ave. (at Summerdale Avenue). For ages 4-12. Requested donation is $.50 per child per week. Fridays. 7:30 to 9 p.m. 215-725-1144.

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

Rotary Club of Northeast Sunrisers Country Club Restaurant, 1717 Cottman Ave. Fridays at 7:30 a.m. for breakfast. 215-887-9990.

Saturday, May 14

EVENTS

15th Police District Advisory Council Community Day 3500 Ryan Ave. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Beef-and-Beer Fund-   raisers Daley's Irish Pub, 42011 Comly St. Benefits Father Judge High School student Jim Burke, who suffers from a rare degenerative bone condition. $35. 8 p.m. to midnight. Tickets: 267-320-9902, 215-828-0013. Another at: Presentation BVM Church hall, 100 Old Soldiers Road, Cheltenham. Benefits Ken Hyers Sr., who was recently diagnosed with stage-4 lung cancer. $30, includes food, beer, soda and live music. Tickets: 215-605-6556, 267-250-4685.

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

Car Wash Saints United Lutheran Church, Ryan and Sackett streets. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Benefits youth trip. 215-624-6446.

Dance Classes Michael Palmer Playground, Thornton and Comly roads. Co-ed tap and ballet available for ages 3-9 on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. $5 registration. $35 per month. 215-685-0371. More at: Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Ballet and jazz are available. $30 per month. Saturdays. Ages 3 to 5 at noon.; ages 6 to 8 at 1 p.m. 215-683-1975. Another at: Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Classes available in jazz, tap, ballet and creative rhythm. Child must be a member. 215-632-0100. And at: Tarken Recreation Center, 6250 Frontenac St. For boys and girls ages 5 to 15. Saturdays. 11:30 a.m. 215-685-1226. More at: Officer Robert Hayes Memorial Playground, Roosevelt Boulevard and Conwell Avenue. Tap for ages 6 and younger, jazz for ages 7 and older. Inf.: 215-685-0376. Also at: Carmella Playground, 2100 Wakeling St. For ages 3 to 14. $25 per month. 10 a.m. 215-685-1235.

Hockey 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.

Karate for Children Tarken Recreation Center, 6250 Frontenac St. Program is for ages 5 and older. Saturdays. 10 to 11 a.m. 215-685-1226.

Kitty First Aid Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. The American Red Cross workshop will show participants how to recognize and care for feline emergencies, injuries and illness until a vet's help is available. For ages 10 to adult. 2 p.m. Pre-register. 215-685-8755.

May Fair Activities will take place along Frankford Avenue, from Harbison Avenue to Rhawn Street. Features live music, sidewalk sales and more. Sponsored by Mayfair Business Association. www.mayfairbiz.com

May Fair II St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3101 Tyson Ave. Food, fun and entertainment. Also, learn about the congregation's various missions. The public is invited. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mayfair Fallen Heroes 5K Run/Walk Registration at Abraham Lincoln High School parking lot, Sackett Street and Ryan Avenue from 7:30 to 8:20 a.m. Race begins at 8:30 a.m. Rain or shine. Hosted by Mayfair Business Association and Mayfair Civic Association. Proceeds benefit Hero Thrill Show Inc. $25 registration. www.mayfairbiz.com/run

Men and Women's Football and Softball Reunion Regan's on the Boulevard, 4149 E. Roosevelt Blvd.       1 p.m. 215-744-0940.

Philadelphia Ski Club Celebration Villages of Pine Valley clubhouse, 8540 Verree Road. Celebrate 75 years with an evening of dining and dancing. 6:30 p.m. $35. Tickets: 215-572-7341.

Retirement Seminar St. Anne's Senior Community Center, 2607 E. Cumberland St. 1 to 4 p.m. 215-426-9799.

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

Spring Festival St. Dominic Parish, 8500 block Frankford Ave. Family fun time from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Children 12 and younger $10, includes T-shirt, face painting, inflatable amusements and more. Live entertainment and disc jockey. Adult social from 6 to 10 p.m. No parking on school property. Food available for purchase. 215-332-1909, 215-332-6210.

Understanding Grief Workshop Holy Redeemer Hospice, 12265 Townsend Road. Those who have recently experienced the death of a loved one can explore community resources and referrals. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Register. 215-856-1215.

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.

AARP Crescentville Chapter 3294 Philadelphia Protestant Home, 6500 Tabor Road. Noon.

Saturday Morning Singles Great American Diner, Street Road, Bensalem. 50+ group for single, widowed or divorced persons. 9 a.m. 215-639-4751.

Singles Fellowship Michael's Restaurant III, 3340 Street Road, Bensalem. 60+ group meets for breakfast on Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. 215-364-6079.

CRAFT SHOWS/

FLEA MARKETS

8th Police District 3100 Red Lion Road. Flea market. 7:30 a.m. 215-685-9377.

American Heritage Federal Credit Union 2060 Red Lion Road. Craft show.   9 a.m. to 3 p.m. An antique car show is also planned.

Bethesda Church 808 Red Lion Road. Flea market. Food available. 8 a.m. to      2 p.m. Parking available behind the church. Rain date May 21. Inf.: 215-464-3131.

Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center 4744 Frankford Ave. Flea market. 9 a.m. to   2 p.m. 215-831-2926.

A.L. FitzPatrick School 11061 Knights Road. Craft show and flea market. Sponsored by FitzPVO. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain date May 15. 215-281-2646.

Holmesburg United Methodist Church of Christ 8118 Frankford Ave. Flea  market. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215-708-0889.

Memorial Presbyterian Church of Fox Chase 7902 Oxford Ave. Flea market. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain date May 21. 267-252-2837.

Neshaminy Activity Center 1842 Brownsville Road, Trevose. Flea market. 215-355-6967.

St. Martha Parish parking lot, 11301 Academy Road. Flea market. Rain or shine.   8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 215-637-6364.

Tacony Library 6742 Torresdale Ave. Outdoor flea market and book sale. 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsored by Friends of Tacony Library. 215-685-8755.

Trinity Church Oxford (Gibbons PAL Center) parking lot, Rising Sun and Longshore avenues. Flea market. Sponsored by Trinity Women. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 215-745-3739.

Upper Moreland Middle School 4000 Orangemans Road, Hatboro. Craft festival from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Vintage car show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by Willow Grove Lions Club. Car show registration $15 day of event.

Sunday, May 15

EVENTS

Beer and Buffet for Autism The Willow Inn, 210 York Road, Willow Grove. $30 at the door, includes Italian buffet and beer. 215-947-2775.

Car Show Torresdale Boys Club, 4500 Linden Ave. $15 registration at the gate. Free spectator admission. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Other club events are planned, including a flea market. 215-331-2324.

Open House Gifted Stars Learning Center, 7608 Castor Ave. Grand opening celebration includes face painting, snacks, games and prizes. 3 to 6 p.m. 267-456-1950.

Pasta Supper Mater Dolorosa Church hall, Paul and Ruan streets. Adults $10, children ages 6 to 12 $6. No charge for children under 6. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 215-535-4036.

Pilates Sculpt & Tone Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Suitable for all age groups and fitness levels. $8. Noon.  Sundays. 215-613-1070.

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.

Zumba Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Sundays. $10 per class. 11 a.m. 215-613-1070. Also at: En Pointe Dance Studio, 3114 Willits Road. Sundays. 10 a.m. 215-856-7100.

MEETINGS

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

Northeast Philly for Peace & Justice Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, Robbins Avenue and Loretto Street. Potluck dinner at 6 p.m. Meeting begins at 7 p.m. 215-338-8420.

FLEA MARKETS

St. William Church 6200 Rising Sun Ave. Outdoor flea market. Sponsored by Home and School. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rain or shine. 215-837-6790.

Torresdale Boys' Club 4500 Linden Ave. Flea market and craft show. Held in conjunction with the annual car show. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 215-332-6573.

Monday, May 16

EVENTS

American Red Cross Blood Drives Aria Health, Torresdale Campus, Mansion House, 10800 Knights Road. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Another at: St. Cecilia School auditorium, 535 Rhawn St. 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. 1-800-733-2767.

Arthritis Lecture and Discussion Jeanes Hospital, inpatient rehabilitation gym, second floor of main entrance, 7600 Central Ave. Presented by Jeanes Hospital Arthritis Group. Topic: "Conservative Treatment Options for Pain from Osteoarthritis." 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215-728-3260.

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.

Computer Classes Juniata Park Older Adult Center, 1251 E. Sedgley Ave. Eight-week Monday class costs $80. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 215-685-1490.

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.

Deep-Water Power Class Northeast Family YMCA, 11088 Knights Road. Classes available Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Inf.: 215-632-0100.

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

Guitar and Drum Lessons Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. Classes offered for children and adults Monday and Wednesday evenings. $15 per class. 215-683-1975.

Gymnastics Lackman Playground, 1101 Bartlett St. Co-ed program for tots to age 16. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 5:30 p.m. 215-685-0370.

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. Mondays. 6 to 7 p.m. 215-698-3012.

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

Little Picassos Arts and Crafts Classes 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. Offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. 215-632-0100.

Reminiscing Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Let's remember when. Mondays. 12:15 p.m. 215-698-7300.

The Little Connies Holmesburg Library, 7820 Frankford Ave. Music and storytelling for children from preschool through first grade that emphasizes self-esteem. Performers will appear in bear costumes. Sponsored by Friends of the Holmesburg Library, 6 p.m. 215-685-8756.

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.

Low Vision Support Group Philadelphia Protestant Home, Fountain Room, 6500 Tabor Road. Derby Ewing from Associated Services for the Blind is the guest speaker. 2 p.m. 215-697-8194.

Mary Mother of Captives Support Group Catholic Social Services, 7340 Jackson St. The group is for those with a loved one in prison or about to be sentenced to prison. 7 p.m. 215-698-2585.

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.

Northwood Academy Charter School Board of Directors At the school, 4621 Castor Ave. 5 p.m.

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.

Take Back the Neighborhood Group Max Myers Community Center, 1601 Hellerman St. 7 p.m.

Tuesday, May 17

EVENTS

American Red Cross Blood Drive Our Lady of Ransom school hall, 6740 Roosevelt Blvd. 2 to 7:30 p.m. 1-800-733-2767.

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

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

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

Cardio Kickboxing Northeast Community Center, 2840 Holme Ave. Get a complete cardiovascular workout. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 6:45 p.m. 215-335-0870.

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.   7 to 8 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 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. 215-474-1235, Ext. 222.

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.

Glen Foerd Tour 5001 Grant Ave. Tour includes library, bedrooms, rathskellar and more. The art gallery is temporarily closed while the roof project is in progress. $8. 7 p.m. 215-632-5330.

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.

Karate Heitzman Recreation Center, 3631 Amber St. 6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. 215-685-1244.

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.

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

Tai Chi for Seniors John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. $3. 10 a.m. Tuesdays. Improve stress reduction, balance and agility. 215-331-7120.

Tae Kwon Do Chalfont Playground, Chalfont and Deerpath roads. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children's class at 5 p.m., adult class at 6 p.m. Inf.: 215-840-8357.

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.

Wii Bowling Klein JCC, 10100 Ave. Tuesdays. $1. 12:30 p.m. 215-698-7300.

MEETINGS

Adult Children Coping with Parental Death Moss Rehab/Einstein Hospital, 60 E. Township Line Road, Elkins Park. Bereavement group meets the third Tuesday of each month. Free. 7:30 to 9 p.m. 215-635-0176.

Al-Anon Support Group St. John's Lutheran Church, Hawthorne Street and Tyson Avenue. 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Anger Management for Men Center for Families and Relationships, 1600 Magee Ave. Tuesdays. 7 and 8 p.m. 215-537-5367.

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

Breast Cancer Support Group Charles A. and Betty Bott Cancer Center at Holy Redeemer Hospital, first floor conference room, 1648 Huntingdon Pike, Meadow-brook. 7 to 9 p.m. Register. 1-800-818-4747.

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.

Grief Support Group for Men Holy Redeemer Hospice, 12265 Townsend Road. The group offers men the opportunity to understand their unique experience and support one another man to man. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215-856-1215.

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.

Northeast Tea Party Patriots Smoke Eaters, Frankford Avenue and Sheffield Street. Meets third Tuesday of each month.       7 p.m. 215-744-8963.

Parkwood Civic Association Community College of Philadelphia, Northeast Regional campus, 12901 Townsend Road. Enter in the rear. 7 p.m.

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

Teen Girls Anger Management Group Center for Families and Relation-ships, 1600 Magee Ave.      7 p.m. Tuesdays. 215-537-5367.

Weight-Loss Support Group Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. Learn to lose weight while eating the right foods. $5 per week. Tuesdays. 5:30 to      7 p.m. 215-673-2355.

Wednesday, May 18

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.

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.

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.

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.

"Color in the Garden" Program Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave. Environmental educator Eva Monheim will teach how to effectively create and use color combinations in your garden and landscape. 6:30 p.m. 215-685-8755.

Core Training Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. $5, non-members. Wednesdays.       7 p.m. 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 Class John Perzel Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St. Wednesdays. Noon. $3. 215-331-7120.

Health Seminar Cheltenham Meetinghouse, Jeanes Hospital Campus, 7600 Central Ave. Topic: "It's a Matter of the Heart: What you and your family need to consider when heart surgery is recommended." Light refreshments. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Register. 215-728-4861.

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.

Pennypack Park Music Festival Welsh Road and Cresco Street. Father Judge jazz band performs at 6:30 p.m. Steal Your Face Band presents a Grateful Dead tribute show from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Bring chairs or blankets. Free. www.pennypark.org

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.

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. Wednesdays.   9 a.m. Register. 215-613-1070.

Snake Party Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave. Learn about the behaviors and habitats of snakes. Children's program sponsored by Friends of the Holmesburg Library. 6:30 p.m. 215-685-8756.

Stroke Screening Nazareth Hospital main lobby, 2601 Holme Ave. 9 to 11 a.m. 1-866-629-2738.

Tae Kwon Do Class Gifford Recreation Center, 575 Tomlinson Road. For ages 5-14. Wednesdays and Fridays. Classes 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. 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. 215-685-0576.

The Nevilaires in Concert Philadelphia Protestant Home, social hall, 6500 Tabor Road. 7 p.m. 215-697-8000.

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

MEETINGS

Bereavement Support Groups Klein JCC, 10100 Jamison Ave. Wednesdays. 12:45 p.m. 215-698-7300. Also at: Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center, 4744 Frankford Ave. 10 to 11 a.m. 215-831-2926.

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.

Healthy Relationships and Sexuality Groups for those with Special Needs Jewish Family & Children's' Services, 10125 Verree Road, Suite 304. $15 per session. 2 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.

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

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

Shaare Shamayim Men's Club 9768 Verree Road. A guest speaker from the Consulate General of Israel's Speakers Bureau will talk about current events and relationships with Israel's neighbors. Light refresments will be served. The public is invited. 7 p.m. 215-676-6590.

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. 10:30 a.m. 215-698-7300.

Thursday, May 19

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.

American Red Cross Blood Drive Our Lady of Calvary school gym, 11024 Knights Road. 2 to 8 p.m. 1-800-733-2767.

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

Art Exhibit & Gallery Talk Glen Foerd on the Delaware, 5001 Grant Ave. Reopening of the art gallery with exhibits by Dr. Richard Goldberg and Donald Meyer. Meyer will also speak about the artwork in the gallery at 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. 215-632-5330.

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.

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.

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

Karate Norcom Community Center, 10980 Norcom Road. For ages 4 and older. Thursdays. 5:15 p.m. 215-613-1070. Also at: Northeast Family YMCA, Carriage House, 11088 Knights Road. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays. 215-632-0100.

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.

Networking Dinner Memorial Presbyterian Church of Fox Chase, 7902 Oxford Ave. Joyce Cerubo, director of Career Link Services, Pa., will present a program on interviewing skills. A hot dinner will be served after the presentation. Free. 6 p.m.

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.

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.

Spring Fling Fund-raiser Delaware River Yacht Club, 9635 Milnor St. $50, includes beer, wine and other refreshments. Hosted by Delaware River City Corp. 5 to 7 p.m. 215-537-8400.

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. Thursdays. 10 a.m. 215-331-7120. Also at: Picariello Recreation Center, Red Lion and Calera roads. 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). Thursdays. $5 per class. 5:30 p.m. 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. Thursdays through May 26. $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.

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. 2nd Police District officials will be present.       7 p.m. 215-342-2167.

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.

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.

Greater Northeast Stamp Club Pelbano Recreation Center, Bustleton and Solly avenues. 7 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. 215-331-4262.

Parenting Group Center for Families and Relation-ships, 1600 Magee Ave. 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 to    9 p.m. 215-428-4579.

Ruby Red Diamonds – Red Hatters The group meets every third Thursday for lunch and conversation. Inf.: 215-744-5116.

Upper Holmesburg Civic Association St. Dominic's Marian Hall, 8532 Frankford Ave. 7 p.m. 215-335-6799.

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

VENDOR ALERT

All Saints, Rhawnhurst Frontenac and Loney Streets. May 21. Indoor craft show. Tables $20. Inf.: 215-676-9625.

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.

Disston Park 6900 Keystone St., between Longshore Avenue and Disston Street. June 11. Flea market. Sponsored by Tacony Civic Association. Spaces $10. Inf.: 215-338-2575, taconycivic@gmail.com

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.