Cookout with a Cop
Al Fiorentino, community relations officer in the 7th Police District, will hold Cookout with a Cop on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 2-6 p.m. at the district, 9865 Bustleton Ave. There will be a moon bounce, Cornhole, food, drink, games and music. ••
Learn about wills at Country Club Diner
Rabbi Robyn Frisch will hold Ethical Wills — More than Possessions: Leaving a Legacy of Values on Tuesday, Sept. 8, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the private room at Country Club Diner, 1717 Cottman Ave. Dessert and coffee/tea will be provided. The event is sponsored by the Jewish Association for Death Education (JADE). There is no fee, but registration is requested. To register, email the rabbi at robyn@jadeinfo.org. ••
St. Jerome Seniors to meet
Upcoming St. Jerome Seniors meetings are on Thursdays, Sept. 10 and 24, in the school hall, 3031 Stamford St. Arrive by 10 a.m. The meeting begins promptly at 11. ••
Remembering 9/11 25 years later
State Sen. Joe Picozzi, Rep. Martina White and City Councilman Brian O’Neill will sponsor Standing Together, a community tribute to mark the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The event will take place on Friday, Sept. 11, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at FOP Lodge 5, 11630 Caroline Road. The community will honor the victims, support their families and recognize heroes. ••
White named to EPA committee
Rep. Martina White has been appointed to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Local Government Advisory Committee, where she will help advise the EPA on environmental policies impacting communities across the country. The LGAC is an independent, policy-oriented advisory committee composed of state, local and tribal leaders who provide advice and recommendations directly to the EPA administrator on critical environmental issues affecting local governments. As a member of the 22-person committee, White will work with fellow state and local officials from 17 states and Guam to provide practical recommendations on federal environmental policies and their impact on communities.
“I am honored to have the opportunity to represent Pennsylvania and Northeast Philadelphia on the Local Government Advisory Committee,” White said. “With many communities facing an ongoing housing crisis, I look forward to serving on this committee and working collaboratively to identify solutions that expand the adaptive reuse of existing buildings, while protecting the value of single-family homes and preserving the character and integrity of our neighborhoods. The decisions made at the federal level have a very real impact on our neighborhoods, local governments and the families and businesses I represent.” ••
Corn Roast/Fall Festival
St. Andrew’s in-the Field Episcopal Church, 500 Somerton Ave., will host a Corn Roast/Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 2-8 p.m. There will be a flea market, raffle baskets, food and a bake table. ••
Going to Greece
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation will travel to Greece from Aug. 29 to Sept. 7. Rates range from $4,957 to $5,771 per person, double occupancy, and include round-trip airfare from Philadelphia, the cruise, beverages and taxes. Passports are required. For a flyer, call 215-788-9408. For reservations, call 800-423-0247. ••
Enter wiffle ball tournament
The 8th Police District will hold its fifth annual Wiffle Ball Tournament on Sunday, Aug. 30, at Parkwood Youth Organization, 3301 Mechanicsville Road. Anyone 12 and older is welcome to participate, and teams will consist of three or four players. Registration will start at 10 a.m. The day will include a youth and adult home run derby. To pre-register a team, email john.hanejko@phila.gov or call 267-601-2498. The top three teams will receive trophies. ••
Thrill Show on Sept. 19
The 71st annual Hero Thrill Show will take place on Saturday, Sept. 19, from noon to 5 p.m. at Xfinity Mobile Arena. The cost is $15 per person or $35 for a family up to five. For more information, visit herothrillshow.org. ••
Job assistance at NE Regional
A resume review and professional styling program will take place on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave. Get job assistance from experienced professionals, offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Also, take advantage of professional styling sessions and delivery package options. No appointments required. Last entry, 3:10 p.m. ••
Pet adoption at Women’s Animal Center
Women’s Animal Center, 3839 Richlieu Road in Bensalem, is a participating shelter for the 12th Annual NBCUniversal “Clear the Shelters” nationwide pet adoption event that takes place on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Inspire Federal Credit Union is the event partner, making adoption fees for cats, dogs and small animals free. The event will also feature complimentary refreshments, giveaways for adopters and coloring activities for kids. All shelter pets adopted from Women’s Animal Center are spayed and/or neutered, receive preventative and lifesaving vaccines and are microchipped. Adopters will also receive 10% off in the Veterinary Hospital for their pet’s first physical exam. To view photos of adoptable pets and for information about the adoption process and what/who to bring, go to https://womensanimalcenter.org/our-animal-shelter/adopt-pet ••
Community movie night
Grace Community Bible Church, 648 Knorr St., will host a community movie night on Friday, Aug. 28, at 8:30 p.m. The film to be shown is The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. ••
Yard sale on Sept. 26
The Villages at Pine Valley, 900 Pine Valley Blvd. (between Verree Road and Pine Road), will host a community yard sale on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The yard sale locations are Easy Street and Penny Lane. Use the Verree Road main entrance located near the CORA Services building or the Pine Road entrance. The rain date is Sunday, Sept. 27. ••
Flea market at St. Bart
St. Bartholomew Parish will hold a flea market on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., outside the church at 5560 Harbison Ave. Vendor spaces are $25. Call 215-533-5294. ••
8th District Captain Townhall
The 8th Police District, 3100 Red Lion Road, will hold Captain Townhall meetings at 6 p.m. on the following dates: Thursdays, Aug. 27, Sept. 24 and Oct. 29 and Tuesday, Nov. 24. ••
Kids Fest on Sept. 12
State Rep. Martina White’s 11th annual Kids Fest will take place on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Somerton Youth Organization, 1400 Southampton Road. The day will include food and fun activities. Volunteers, including high school students who need service hours, are needed. For more information, call 215-330-3711 or email pleneghan@pahousegop.com ••
Patriotic Bingo
Catholic Daughters Court 2222 will hold Patriotic Bingo on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 6-10 p.m. at Marian Hall, 8532 Frankford Ave. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets cost $35, and tables of 10 are available for purchase. There will be 10 games for cash prizes, along with beer, wine, soda, water, coffee, tea, desserts and light snacks. The night will also include a 50-50, raffle baskets and pull-tab games. Proceeds will benefit the St. Dominic Church Restoration Fund. Tickets are available at the rectory. For tickets or more information, call Denise Barr at 484-467-3808. ••
Crafts and games at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., will host crafts and games for school-age children beginning at 3 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 28. Books and prizes will be awarded. ••
Movie night, bench dedication at Burholme Park
City Councilwoman Katherine Gilmore Richardson, Councilman Brian O’Neill and state Rep. Sean Dougherty will sponsor a family movie night on Friday, Aug. 28, at 7 p.m. at Burholme Park, 401 Cottman Ave. The movie to be shown is Sing. The evening will include resources and refreshments. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. From 6-7 p.m., Nancy Ostroff will lead a ribbon-cutting ceremony dedicating the Burholme Park Disability Bench. ••
Block party outside Oxley Post
The American Legion Oxley Post 133 Auxiliary will hold its annual block party on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The party will be on the 7900 block of Torresdale Ave., from Rhawn Street to Decatur Street. The theme is Summer of Love. All are welcome. There will be vendors, crafters, music, face painting, games, street chalk art, food and drink, 50-50, small basket raffle and a Best Hippie Costume Contest. Free parking is available at New Foundations Elementary School, Torresdale and Rhawn. For more information, call Kay at 267-255-5234. ••
Programming at Lawncrest Library
Lawncrest Library, 6098 Rising Sun Ave., will have a social worker on site to provide services on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 10 a.m. to noon.
The library art club will meet on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The club is open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists, ages 12 and older.
A free beginners English for Daily Life class will take place on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Practice listening, speaking, reading and writing to build your confidence in using English.
Beginner Friendly Yoga takes place every Saturday, from 11 a.m. to noon, at the library. Mats provided. All ages welcome. ••
Donate thrift goods
The Classroom Thrift Shop, 4301 Tyson Ave., sponsored by the women of Temple Menorah Keneseth Chai, will reopen on Sunday, Aug. 30, at 11 a.m., restocked for fall and winter. Hours are weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sundays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and closed Saturdays. Donations are accepted. Call 215-624-9130. ••
LeCompt in concert
The Pennypack Music Festival concerts will conclude on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at 7 p.m. at Cannstatter’s, 9130 Academy Road, with a performance by LeCompt. Doors open at 5. Admission is free. ••
Upcoming opera performance
Amici Opera Company will present Mascagni’s Cavalleria Rusticana and Puccini’s Il Tabarro on Saturday, Aug. 29, at 4 p.m. at Community Presbyterian Church, 1501 Brigantine Ave., in Brigantine.
Call 215-224-0257 or visit the Amici Opera Company page on Facebook. ••
New website for Times
The Northeast Times has returned to the website patimes.media. The website includes news, sports, opinion, crime, entertainment and features, and a link to sign up for a free newsletter that will bring stories to your inbox. The site includes an option to read the current issue in “flipbook” style and a link to subscribe to the print edition. Readers are also encouraged to follow the newspaper on Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram and on X @NETimesOfficial. In addition to the Times being delivered to homes, the paper can be found at these spots: https://patimes.media/pickup-locations/. ••
Volunteer for child literacy program
Philly Reading Coaches is looking for volunteers for the 2026-27 school year. Each coach reads one-on-one with a K-3rd grader for at least one hour per week after school. Visit ost.phila.gov/philly-reading-coaches or email PRC@phila.gov ••
Run for Peace for local 9/11 victim
The 21st annual Run for Peace will take place on Saturday, Sept. 19, at 8:45 a.m. at Penn Charter, 3000 W. School House Lane in East Falls. Registration begins at 8. There is a 5K and a 1-mile family fun walk.
The event is in memory of Northwood native Peter Ortale (Penn Charter class of 1983), who was killed in the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001, and Kenny Caldwell (class of ‘89), who also died in the attacks. Ortale grew up on the 4900 block of Castor Ave. and attended St. Martin of Tours, Penn Charter and Duke University, where he graduated in 1987 and was a three-year All-American lacrosse player. At the time of his death, at age 37, he was working for Euro Brokers on the 84th floor of the World Trade Center’s South Tower in New York. He was among 61 employees and friends of Euro Brokers who died that day.
The cost is $25 and includes a T-shirt. Proceeds benefit scholarship funds in memory of Ortale and Caldwell.
For more information or to register, visit https://www.penncharter.com/alumni/events/run-for-peace ••
Free community block party
Grace Community Bible Church, 648 Knorr St., invites the public to a free community block party on Saturday, Oct. 3, from noon to 3 p.m. There will be games, prizes, food, face painting, a Bible story and bounce house. ••
Preschool storytime and play
Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 Knights Road, will host preschool storytime and play on Thursdays, Sept. 10 and 24, Oct. 8 and 22, Nov. 5 and 19 and Dec. 3, at 10:30 a.m. There will be fun stories and songs followed by creative play. For children ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult. Call 215-685-9383. ••
Shredding, e-cycling
State Reps. Sean Dougherty, Anthony Bellmon and Jared Solomon will sponsor a shredding and e-cycling event on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to noon at Roosevelt Mall, 2329 Cottman Ave. ••
Farm stand at Jeanes
Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus Auxiliary operates a farm stand Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through October in the main lobby of the hospital, 7600 Central Ave. The stand offers locally grown produce, honey, maple syrup, apple butter and pumpkin butter. Call 215-728-2131 or email rosemarie.schlegel@tuhs.temple.edu. ••
Bingo at Loudenslager
Corp. John Loudenslager American Legion Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave., is offering community bingo every second and fourth Friday. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and games begin at 7:30. There are dollar hot dogs and free popcorn. ••
Trip to Lancaster County
St. Dominic’s Respect Life Ministry will hold a trip to see the musical Joshua at Sight & Sound Theatres, Lancaster County, on Thursday, Oct. 8. There will be lunch at Shady Maple Smorgasbord and shopping at Kitchen Kettle Village. Cost is $197. For reservations and information, call Susan, 215-333-4313, or Lisa, 215-331-2751. ••
Caribbean cruise in January
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter will cruise aboard the Norwegian Pearl to the Caribbean (Dominican Republic and St. Thomas), leaving out of Philadelphia’s Southport Marine Terminal, 5400 S. Broad St., Building 3, on Jan. 13 and returning Jan. 23. Group amenities include 5% off inside cabins, 10%-15% off ocean view , balcony, open bar/soda packages, shore excursion credits and 300 Wi-Fi minutes. Call Bernadette at 570-401-8417 for cost and additional information. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Volunteer at Fox Chase Farm
Fox Chase Farm is looking for adult volunteers. Opportunities include weekend community programs and events, garden and greenhouse support, animal care support, administrative duties during events, general grounds care, weekly and monthly highlights newsletters and farm educational ambassadors. For more information, call Angela at 215-400-3310, Option 3. ••
Help available for veterans
State Rep. Jared Solomon hosts a veterans clinic at his office at 7104 Frankford Ave. on the second Thursday of the month, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. A representative from American Legion Post 810 assists veterans with benefits. To make an appointment, call 215-543-6755. ••
Bird walks every Monday
Fox Chase Farm, 8500 Pine Road, holds a free weekly bird walk, every Monday from 8:15 to 9:30 a.m. Bring your own binoculars. Email azaccagni@philasd.org ••
Monthly food pantry
St. Mark’s Church, 4442 Frankford Ave., hosts the Matthew 25 Food Pantry on the second Saturday of each month from 9-10 a.m. The pantry is a ministry of the Court St. Francis de Sales Catholic Daughters of the Americas. ••
Bingo at Cannstatter’s
Bingo is played every Thursday at Cannstatter’s, 9130 Academy Road. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:30. Call 215-322-0121. ••
Curfew, underage drinking
Curfew in Philadelphia is 9:30 p.m. for anyone 13 and under and 10 p.m. for those ages 14-17. If police pick up someone for a curfew violation in the Northeast, the young person will be taken home, to the Community Evening Resource Center at 4704 Leiper St. in Frankford or to the 2nd, 7th, 8th or 15th police districts. The penalty for a curfew violation can be up to $300.
Under state law, underage drinking is a summary offense with a $500 fine for the first violation. Anyone receiving a citation for underage drinking can be asked about it on applications for jobs, college applications and appointments to military service academies. ••
Chair yoga at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., hosts chair yoga on Wednesdays at 10:10 a.m. The class is presented by Yoga4Philly and sponsored by Friends of Bustleton Library. ••
English classes at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., hosts free intermediate English classes on Mondays and Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. To register, go to remind.com/join/dbhd4e or call 215-685-0472. ••
Activities at Rosemary Montagno Senior Center
The Rosemary Montagno Senior Center, 12601 Townsend Road, has the following schedule: Monday – free time activities, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Tuesday – bingo, 10 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.; Wednesday – pinochle and mahjong, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., ceramics, 10 a.m. to noon; Thursday – line dancing, 10:30 a.m. to noon; Friday – Pinochle 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ••
Join St. Anselm Seniors
St. Anselm has started a senior citizen club that meets most Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Our Lady of Victory Hall, 12650 Dunks Ferry Road. The club is open to men and women 55 and older, and members don’t have to be St. Anselm parishioners. For more information, visit the St. Anselm Senior Citizens Club page on Facebook. ••
VFW looking for members
Bustleton-Somerton/CTR1 Michael J. Strange VFW Post 6617 meets on the third Wednesday of every month at American Legion Post 810, 9151 Old Newtown Road. Meetings start at 7:30 p.m. If you are a military veteran who served in a designated combat zone, you are eligible to join the VFW. Call Commander Israel Wolmark at 215-725-0630 if you would like to join the post. ••
BVM Seniors trips
Maternity BVM Seniors Group will take part in the following trips:
• Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon, Sunday, Sept. 27, to Tuesday, Sept. 29;
• American Music Theater, Winter Wonderland, Tuesday, Dec. 8; $160.
For information, call Connie at 215-338-9141. ••
Picozzi mobile office hours
State Sen. Joe Picozzi holds mobile office hours at the offices of City Councilmen Brian O’Neill and Mike Driscoll and two local libraries. Picozzi’s staff assists with state-related issues at O’Neill’s office at 432 Rhawn St. on the second Friday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon and at Driscoll’s office at 7552 Frankford Ave. on the third Tuesday of the month from noon to 3 p.m. Staff is at Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave., on the third Friday of the month from 1-5 p.m. and at Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., on the third Tuesday of the month from 4-7 p.m. ••
Fox Chase Civic meetings
Fox Chase Town Watch and Civic Association will meet on the following Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. at American Legion Loudenslager Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave.: Sept. 9, Oct. 14 and Nov. 11. For more information, visit foxchasecivic.org ••
North Catholic 100th anniversary events
A number of events are planned for the 100th anniversary of the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales ministry in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and the opening of Northeast Catholic High School.
Here is the schedule:
• Sept. 8: Photos on steps of North Catholic building
• Sept. 22: Alumni Association Golf Outing, North Hills Country Club
• Oct. 3: Homecoming/all-year reunion at Cannstatter’s, 1-5 p.m.
• Nov. 1: Mass at North Catholic building, coffee and doughnuts afterward
• Nov. 8: Gathering of Alumni, family and friends, FOP Lodge 5
• Nov. 11: Veterans Day at St. Dominic
Call 215-543-1051 or necathalum@aol.com ••
Autistic Art showcase and more
The Autistic Art Coalition of Philadelphia will hold the Infinity Ball on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at 3525 I St. Tickets will go on sale on Sept. 1 on Eventbrite. The evening will feature live music and entertainment, an autistic art showcase, dinner and dancing. The attire is semi-formal with a touch of sparkle. ••
Parkinson’s support group
Jeanes Hospital, 7604 Central Ave., will host meetings of a Parkinson’s Disease Support Group on upcoming Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m.
The schedule and guest speakers: Oct. 14 (Luisa Enriquez, social worker); and Dec. 9 (Dr. Teodora Schellato, urologist).
To register, contact June Ro at 215-707-2619 or Jungyoon.Ro@tuhs.temple.edu ••
History lecture in Frankford
The Historical Society of Frankford, 1507 Orthodox St., will host a meeting and lecture on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 7:30 p.m. The speaker will be historian Jeff Denman, who will discuss his new book, Philadelphia Quakers and the American Revolution, which vividly describes the precipitous rise of the Philadelphia Quakers and their fall during the American Revolution. Denman is a retired American history and geography teacher from the Brookline Public Schools in Massachusetts. He has written widely on topics in American history. Denman holds a bachelor of science degree from the University of Maine and a Master of Arts degree from the University of Connecticut.
The event is free and open to the public, and free off-street parking is available across Orthodox Street at Frankford Friends School. Doors open at 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be served before and after the lecture. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. The meeting will also be livestreamed on the HSF website. ••
Mayfair Irish Night
The Mayfair Business Improvement District and State Street Events will conclude their Third Thursday Night Markets on Sept. 17, from 6-9 p.m. at Frankford and Cottman. There will be vendors and a Mayfair Irish Night performance by the Bogside Rogues. ••
Resource fair and family fun
The Northeast Coalition invites the public to a free resource fair and family fun day on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Anselm parish hall, 12650 Dunks Ferry Road. There will be resource tables, a moonbounce, inflatable ax throwing, face painting, cotton candy, frisbee art, vendors and raffles. To register for a table, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDIz3siv1z5xXLFJcl6XZKPGqpLJtKFpDfxptzmz5DgZibXg/viewform
For more information, email Jen at socksforthestreets@gmail.com or Mike at NEPhillyCoalition@merakey.org ••
Clothing drive for charity
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is running a clothing drive on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to noon at 604 Township Line Road, Cheltenham (near the intersection of Laurel Avenue and Church Road). Bring your gently used clothing, accessories, books and small trinkets in bags or boxes. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. For more information, call Debbie at 215-464-4983. ••
Fall festival on Oct. 3
Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600 Verree Road, will host a fall festival and arts and crafts show on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be local artists, apple pressing, kids activities and a campfire. ••
3 performances of Oliver
The Star Players will present Oliver from Oct. 9-11 at Venice Island Performing Arts Center, 7 Lock St. in Manayunk. Show time is 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Group rates are available. Buy on Venmo @TheStarplayers or at Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St. For more information, contact director Bill Arthur at 215-685-8714 or Starplayers2013@gmail.com. ••
See Scrooge: A Christmas Carol
The Star Players will present Scrooge: A Christmas Carol on Friday, Dec. 18, at 7 p.m. at Venice Island Performing Arts Center, 7 Lock St. in Manayunk. Tickets cost $10. Buy on Venmo @TheStarplayers or at Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St. For more information, call 215-685-8714 or email Starplayers2013@gmail.com. ••
Applefest on Oct. 17
Pennypack Environmental Center will hold an Applefest on Saturday, Oct. 17, from noon to 4 p.m. at Fox Chase Farm, 8500 Pine Road. There will be fresh-pressed apple cider, hayrides, candle dipping, seasonal games, live music, a pumpkin and apple butter sale. The cost is $5 for anyone 3 or older. ••
Shopping for a good cause
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is partnering with Boscov’s “Friends Helping Friends” on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at all Boscov’s locations, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. The group is selling shopping passes for $5 each, which can represent savings of up to 25% off purchases. Call 215-675-6985 to purchase shopping passes. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Comcast launches Xfinity Shield, an intelligent home-protection platform
Comcast has introduced Xfinity Shield, a first-of-its-kind platform for intelligent home protection that leverages AI capabilities embedded across the nation’s largest converged network and Xfinity Gateway technology to transform WiFi into an always-on layer of cybersecurity, physical and family protection.
The average Xfinity customer connects 36 devices to WiFi. The Xfinity Gateway helps block malicious activity before it reaches devices and provides protection across the entire home. Comcast identifies, filters and blocks an average of 30 million threats every day.
Consumers today often juggle separate, expensive solutions for digital security, home monitoring and family safety. Xfinity Shield addresses this fragmentation by bringing these capabilities together in a new product suite.
“Xfinity Shield represents our vision for the next era of the intelligent home,” said Jon Gieselman, Chief Growth Officer, Connectivity & Platforms, Comcast. “We believe the network should do more than connect devices. It should help protect the people, their personal information and everything within their homes that depend on our most reliable WiFi every day. That’s the vision behind Shield: advancing the role of WiFi to both connect and protect the home.”
At the heart of Xfinity Shield is WiFi Shield, included at no additional cost for Xfinity Internet customers, which delivers three layers of protection built into the WiFi experience:
• Digital Protection: Cybersecurity Starts at the Network
WiFi Shield includes Xfinity CyberSecure, cybersecurity that helps automatically protect any device connected to the Xfinity Gateway from malware, hackers, phishing attempts and other online threats before they reach devices in the home. Unlike device-specific security tools, CyberSecure works at the WiFi level – assessing threats on the home network continuously to help protect every connected device – while also giving customers greater visibility and control when new devices join the network.
• Physical Protection: Awareness Without Additional Equipment
An opt-in feature, WiFi Motion uses the Xfinity Gateway and connected devices to detect motion inside the home – without cameras or traditional motion detectors. Using Xfinity Gateway intelligence, WiFi Motion detects changes in the home’s radio frequency signal between the Xfinity Gateway and a WiFi connected device, then sends instant notifications to customers through the Xfinity app when unexpected activity is detected. It provides an added layer of awareness without recording video, capturing images or identifying individuals.
• Family Protection: Simpler Controls for Healthier Digital Habits
Through Family Settings, customers can access tools that help establish online boundaries and create healthier digital habits for every member of the household. With devices connected through the Gateway, families can create profiles and organize devices by person in the app – enabling them to manage screen time, set device limits, pause WiFi and build schedules.
Within the Xfinity app, customers can also customize these features and notifications in three protection modes – Home Watch, Away Watch and Dark Watch.
For customers seeking an additional layer of protection, Comcast is also introducing Shield Select, which combines all the benefits of WiFi Shield with integrated hardware and enhanced capabilities. Shield Select includes an indoor camera, door/window sensor, cloud video storage capabilities and 24/7 urgent response functionality that allows customers to tap for emergency help.
Shield Select provides smart motion detection to AI-powered cameras that identifies people, pets, vehicles and package deliveries.
“Our goal was simple: make protection easier, smarter and more accessible,” said Fraser Stirling, Global Chief Product Officer, Comcast. “We believe the future of protection should be integrated into the technology people already use every day, not added as another product they have to manage. With Xfinity Shield, WiFi delivers protection that helps safeguard people’s digital lives, homes and families in a simple, digital-first experience.”
WiFi Shield is available nationwide for all Xfinity Internet customers with Advanced Xfinity Gateways. Customers can upgrade to Shield Select for $15 per month in the Xfinity app. ••
Book review and lunch
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Board of Associates, Fox Chase Cancer Center is holding a book review and lunch on Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 1-4 p.m. at Guiseppe’s Pizza and Family Restaurant, 990 Second Street Pike, Richboro. The book to be discussed is Culpability, by Bruce Holsinger. The cost is $55 and includes a full-course lunch and a discussion of the book. To purchase tickets, call Debbie at 215-464-4983. The event supports cancer research and patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Special luncheon for charity
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is holding a Fall in Paris luncheon with entertainment at Bella Tori at the Mansion, 321 S. Bellevue Ave., Langhorne, on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 11:30 a.m. The luncheon consists of salad, crudité of fresh vegetables with French and other imported cheeses, chicken fricassee, cod meuniere and pasta Provençal and assorted French-inspired mini pastries. There will be a cash bar. Entertainment provided by vocalist Calvin Pressley. In addition, there will be a cash-only sale of new and gently used handbags. The cost is $65 per person. Call Beth at 215-742-2703 or Laurie at 215-605-3016 for reservations. The deadline for reservations is October 30. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Gift-wrapped with love
Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Board of Associates of Fox Chase Cancer Center, is running its 2026 holiday gift wrapping at the Willow Grove Park Mall, 2500 W. Moreland Road, Willow Grove, from Friday, Nov. 27, through Thursday, Dec. 24. Stop by the kiosk to have your holiday treasures wrapped. Call 215-464-4983 for more information. The event supports patient care and cancer research. ••
Programs at NE Regional
Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave., offers the following recurring programs:
• Crochet Club, Fridays at 11 a.m. in the second-floor Humanities Department. Bring your own materials.
• Mixed Level English Class, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2-4 p.m. Call 215-685-0522.
• PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance, Wednesdays, 2 to 4:30 p.m. Call 833-750-5627.
• Chess Club for Adults & Teens, Tuesdays, 4-6 p.m.
• One-on-One Basic Computer Help Appointments, Fridays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 215-685-0525.
• Thursday Computer Help: Various Subjects, Thursdays, 1-2 p.m.
• Gadget Help, Mondays and Wednesdays upon request. Call 215-685-0525.
• Computer Skills for Beginners, Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m. Register at 215-474-1235.
• English Conversation Group – Intermediate-plus, Mondays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Register at 215-474-1235. ••
