Rosh Hashanah services
The Classroom Thrift Shop, 4301 Tyson Ave., sponsored by the women of Temple Menorah Keneseth Chai, will be closed Thursday and Friday, Oct. 3-4, due to Rosh Hashanah. Services will be in the sanctuary both days beginning at 10 a.m. The shop will reopen Sunday, Oct. 6, at 11 a.m. Call 215-624-9130. ••
Teachers union backs Dougherty
American Federation of Teachers, Pennsylvania endorsed Democrat Sean Dougherty in the 172nd Legislative District. The union has made 48 endorsements this year, all Democrats. The union represents educators, paraprofessionals, school staff, nurses, charter school employees, community college faculty and state employees.
“Despite recent victories in every level of government, educators, students and their families continue to face unrelenting attacks on public education and the teaching profession,” said Arthur Steinberg, president of AFT Pennsylvania. “In this year’s election, public education and the labor movement face the largest existential threat in modern history in the form of Donald Trump and his MAGA Republican minions at all levels, from the White House to the state House. Our endorsed candidates represent a positive agenda for ensuring that all students receive the education they deserve and that educators and school staff have the resources they need to deliver high-quality instruction.” ••
Soccer for kids
The Tacony Community Development Corporation is looking for players 8-15 and volunteer coaches for the new Tacony Soccer Club, which will play Mondays at 6 p.m. at Roosevelt Playground, 6455 Walker St. Registration is free. Call 215-685-8754 or email rooseveltpg6455@gmail.com. ••
Depression screenings
People Acting To Help Inc. will be providing free wellness and depression screenings at its headquarters at 1919 Cottman Ave. (at Castor Avenue), on National Depression Screening Day, Thursday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The screening is free, anonymous and open to all. For more information or an over-the-phone screening, call 215-728-4565. ••
A good deed by KleinLife
Recently, KleinLife received information from one of its employees about a Jewish woman named Irina who passed away with no next of kin and without any funeral arrangements. Because she had no relatives, no one claimed her body.
Victoria Faykin, vice president of KleinLife, located her body and reached out to Jewish Family and Children’s Service, which reached out to the Jewish Women’s Benevolent Society. The society committed funds for the burial along with Jonathon Levine, of Joseph Levine & Sons, who is a KleinLife board member.
With dignity and grace, she was buried in the Gan Shalom section of the Har Nebo Cemetery, 6061 Oxford Ave. KleinLife also made sure her dog was adopted by a loving home.
“If not for the mitzvah provided by KleinLife, none of this could have happened,” said Andre Krug, KleinLife president and CEO. “We are most proud of our role in this and feel we have helped assist in a wonderful humane gesture.” ••
Tartaglione senior expos
State Sen. Tina Tartaglione will hold four upcoming senior expos, all from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The schedule is Friday, Sept. 27, at Mayfair Community Center, 2990 St. Vincent St.; Thursday, Oct. 10, at Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4601 Richmond St.; Friday, Oct. 18, at Juniata Boys and Girls Club, 1225 E. Cayuga St.; and Friday, Oct. 25, at Kensington CAPA High School, 1901 N. Front St. ••
White opposes Krasner court ruling
In response to the state Supreme Court decision to dismiss the impeachment case against District Attorney Larry Krasner on procedural grounds, Rep. Martina White, who introduced the articles of impeachment in 2022, expressed disappointment and concern over the ruling. The court’s decision prevents the Senate trial from moving forward. Democratic Justices Debra Todd, David Wecht and Christine Donohue ruled the impeachment charges invalid. Republican Justice Sallie Mundy dissented.
“Like far too many of the criminals his office prosecutes, Larry Krasner today avoided his trial on the basis of a technicality,” White said. “Krasner has never denied the allegations against him. Instead, his defense has been simply the legislature can’t do anything about it. This ruling does not mean that is true, and today all Philadelphians – and Mr. Krasner – were denied a day in court to make their case. He cannot claim his innocence, as that trial has not yet happened.” ••
Local 22 endorses McCormick
Firefighters and Paramedics Local 22 endorsed Dave McCormick, the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate. McCormick is challenging Sen. Bob Casey Jr.
“We’re proud to endorse Dave McCormick for U.S. Senate because Pennsylvanians are desperate for new leadership. After meeting with both candidates, we feel that McCormick understands the challenges first responders are facing and will support policies that make our lives better and the city of Philadelphia safer,” said union president Mike Bresnan.
“I’m honored to receive the endorsement of the brave Philadelphia firefighters and paramedics who make up Local 22. For over 100 years, Local 22 members have provided the city with some of the best emergency services in the country. These men and women put their lives on the line on behalf of us to keep us safe, and they deserve a senator who will have their back and fight to get them the resources they deserve. Weak Bob Casey and his liberal policies have upended public safety and left Pennsylvania first responders in the dust, and I’m determined to restore strong leadership to the Senate on behalf of all those who keep us safe,” McCormick said. ••
A series on senior health
A six-part complimentary Senior Health Tech Education Series is being offered at KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., beginning on Monday, Oct. 14, at 12:30 p.m. The program will be conducted weekly in the senior center’s computer lab. Other dates are Oct. 21 and 28 and Nov. 4, 11 and 18, all at 12:30. To reserve a seat, call 215-698-7300, Ext. 176. ••
Yom Kippur services at KleinLife
KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., in Northeast Philadelphia, is offering Yom Kippur services free to the community on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 11-12. The schedule is as follows: Oct. 11, Kol Nidre, 6:08 p.m. Oct. 12, Yom Kippur service at 9 a.m.; Yizkor Service 1 at 11:30; Yizkor Service 2 at noon; Yizkor Service 3 at 12:30 p.m.; Yom Kippur evening service at 5 p.m.; Havalah service at 7 p.m., including the sounding of the Shofar. Donations appreciated. Call 215-698-7300. ••
Free fitness program
A new free fitness program is being offered at KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 9:30 a.m. The program is being conducted by Missy Silverman, a health and physical education graduate of Temple University. Contact Andrea Kimelheim at 215-698-7300, Ext. 148 or akimelheim@kleinlife.org. ••
Polka party at Polish Home
The Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road, invites the public to its annual fall polka party on Sunday, Oct. 27, from 2-6 p.m. The donation is $20. There will be a Polish kitchen, cash bar and music by Dennis Polisky & The Maestro’s Men. For tickets, call John at 215-906-1825 or email PolishHome@gmail.com. ••
Bingo at Christ the King
Christ the King Men’s Association will hold a bingo on Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Christ the King parish hall, 3252 Chesterfield Road. Doors open at 6 p.m. Bingo begins at 7. Admission is $20, which includes 10 bingo cards. Additional cards, daubers, beer, wine, soft drinks and bagged snacks will be available for purchase. There will also be a 50/50. Children are welcome. Guests can also bring their own snacks and refreshments. Call Craig Cherry (215-901-0073) or Rick Good (215-992-4092). ••
Vendor/craft fair at Delaire
Delaire Landing will be hosting its annual vendor/craft fair on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in its recreation center, 9355 State Road. The day will include raffles and food. Guests are encouraged to bring a new coat for donation to Coats for Kids. Email jafineberg@yahoo.com. ••
Legality of vegetable gardens
State Rep. Jared Solomon will host a community meeting on vegetable gardens on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 10 a.m. to noon at his office at 6434 Castor Ave. Learn about city laws on gardens and the importance of maintenance. Representatives from CLIP, vector control and human relations will be on hand. Recycling bins will be given away. Call 215-342-6340. ••
Pulaski Day Parade on Sunday
The 91st annual Pulaski Day Parade will take place on Sunday, Oct. 6, at noon, starting at 19th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The parade goes to 16th Street before heading back to 19th Street and the reviewing stand at Logan Circle. The parade will be broadcast on Channel 6 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. For more information, call 215-922-1700 or go to PolishAmericanCenter.com. ••
Somerton Civic to meet
Somerton Civic Association will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 7 p.m. at the Walker Lodge of the I.O.O.F., 1290 Southampton Road. The meeting will focus on proposed changes to Roosevelt Boulevard, with a presentation by representatives of the city Office of Transportation, Infrastructure and Sustainability and PennDOT. ••
Fall craft fair
The Villages at Pine Valley will host its fall craft fair on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the clubhouse, 900 Pine Valley Blvd. (access off 8540 Verree Road). The fair will feature homemade candy, jewelry, wreaths, candles, artwork and more. Call Kathy at 215-722-1501. ••
Tai Chi at Holmesburg Library
Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave., will host Intro to Tai Chi on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 2 p.m. Learn about the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi Qigong with Michael McCormack, a teacher with more than 40 years of experience. Learn about the health benefits of Tai Chi in a relaxed, fun class environment. ••
Meeting in Fox Chase
The Fox Chase Town Watch and Fox Chase Civic Association community meeting will be held Wednesday, Oct. 9, at 7:30 p.m. at American Legion Loudenslager Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave. The group will also meet Nov. 13 and on the following dates in 2025: Jan. 8, Feb. 12, March 12, April 9, May 14, June 11, July 9, Sept. 10, Oct. 8 and Nov. 12. ••
Vendors wanted
St. Hubert will host a holiday vendor fair on Sunday, Nov. 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the cafeteria. There will be shopping, food and basket raffles. Enter through the doors near Ditman Street or Bleigh Avenue. The cost to vendors is $25 per table and a donation to the tombola table. Visit Huberts.org/HolidayVendor or email SHSanta@Huberts.org. ••
Holy Inn to see Rat Pack show
Holy Innocents will be holding a trip to the Tropicana in Atlantic City on Thursday, Dec. 5. A bus will depart L Street and Hunting Park Avenue at 10 a.m. and will leave the casino at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $85, due by Nov. 1, and includes bus transportation, a ticket to The Rat Pack Christmas Show at 3 p.m. and $25 slot play. To reserve your seat, call Cindy at 215-535-2740. ••
2 upcoming trips
The Maternity BVM Seniors Group has two upcoming trips.
There is a trip to the Smoky Mountain Show (Dollywood) from Oct. 7-12. For more information, call 215-964-7125.
The group will travel to Lancaster on Thursday, Dec. 12, for a luncheon and the show Joy to the World at the American Music Theatre. The trip is open to all. Call Jackie at 215-287-9968. ••
GWHS class of ‘84 reunion
The George Washington High School class of 1984 will hold its 40th class reunion on Saturday, Nov. 30, from 6-11 p.m. at Twining Hall, 4900 E. Street Road in Trevose. The cost is $55 per ticket. Tickets must be bought by Oct. 30. Email gwhsreunionclassof84@eric-barson. For more information, call Bennett Love at 267-242-8201. ••
Tribute to Sinatra show
Villa Barolo Ristorante, 1373 Easton Road in Warrington, will present Joey C’s Tribute to Sinatra Dinner Show on Thursday, Oct. 24. Dinner will be at 6 p.m., followed by the show at 7:30. Tickets are $75, which includes taxes and gratuities. For tickets, call 215-491-9370. ••
Programs at Fox Chase Library
Fox Chase Library, 501 Rhawn St., has the following upcoming programs:
Children’s programs: Read, Baby, Read (Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.); Double Rainbow! with Lindz Amer, Rainbow Storytime and Caregiver Talk, with book giveaway (Oct. 9, 2:30 p.m.); Susan Muaddi Darraj author visit, with book giveaway (Oct. 17 at 3 p.m.); Read to a Therapy Dog (Oct. 21 at 4 p.m.); Read, Baby, Read Yoga with Miss Mia (Oct. 30 at 10:30 a.m.).
Teen programs: Chess Club for kids and teens (Fridays at 3:30 p.m.); Dungeons and Dragons for ages 11-17 (Tuesdays at 4 p.m.).
Adult programs: Chair Yoga, 10:10 a.m., on Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25; Real Philly History, Real Fast (Oct. 8 at 11:30 a.m.); Baseball – Immigration and Assimilation with Jeff Thomas (Oct. 8 at 5:30 p.m.); Philadelphia Department of Health table (Oct. 11 at 10:30 a.m.); Crafternoons with Melissa (Oct. 22 at 1 p.m.); Digital Junkyard (Oct. 24 at 3 p.m.); Monthly Movie Matinee – Dracula, 1931 (Oct. 28 at 11 a.m.); Crochet with Krista (Oct. 29 at 6 p.m.); Adult Coloring (Oct. 31 at 11:15 a.m.). ••
Book review and lunch
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is having a book review and deli lunch on Tuesday, Oct. 8, from noon to 3 p.m. at FCCC’s Reimann Conference Room, fourth floor, 333 Cottman Ave. There will be reserved parking off the Burholme Avenue entrance. The book is The Women by Kristin Hannah. The cost is $35. For reservation, call Joyce at 215-676-1761. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Preschool storytime
Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 Knights Road, will host preschool storytime at 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays, Oct. 10 and 24, Nov. 7, 14 and 21 and Dec. 12. There will be stories, songs and fingerplays. For children ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult. Call 215-685-9383. ••
Tacony CDC events
The Tacony Community Development Corporation is hosting free yoga and Pilates pop-ups on select Saturdays at 10 a.m. at 6823 Torresdale Ave., second floor. A Pilates class is on Oct. 5. A yoga class is on Oct. 12. Bring your own yoga mat. Register by calling 267-367-7766 or visiting https://bit.ly/478UYbT.
Monthly workshops at the Tacony Library, 6742 Torresdale Ave., will support the needs of local small business owners. Future workshops will be held at 11 a.m. on Oct. 7 and Nov. 18. ••
Support for Parkinson’s
Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus hosts a Parkinson’s Disease Support Group on the second Wednesday of every other month. The meetings will take place from 5-6 p.m. at the Cheltenham Friends Meetinghouse, 7604 Central Ave. The group is led by nurse practitioner June Ro and attended by guest speakers, patients and caregivers.
The guest speakers are Dr. Molly Cincotta, a neurologist (Oct. 9), and social worker Luisa Enriquez (Dec. 11).
To register, contact June Ro at 215-707-2619 or Jungyoon.Ro@tuhs.temple.edu. ••
Upcoming events at Jeanes
Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus, 7600 Central Ave., will present two events with support from the Anna T. Jeanes Foundation.
Dr. Marissa Blum, a rheumatologist, will speak on Diet and Exercise’s Impact on Arthritis and Osteoporosis on Monday, Oct. 7, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
A Parkinson’s disease support group will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 5-6 p.m. Dr. Molly Cincotta, a neurologist, will lead the group.
To register, call 215-728-4861 or email Rosemarie.Schlegel@tuhs.temple.edu. ••
Chair yoga at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., will host Chair Yoga at 10:10 a.m. on the following Wednesdays: Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. The series is presented by Yoga4Philly and sponsored by Friends of Bustleton Library. ••
Event on parent-child adult relationships
Holy Family University will host Navigating Parental Roles in Parent-Child Adult Relationships on Wednesday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m. at its Education and Technology Center building, Room 412, 9801 Frankford Ave. The event is free. Register at www.holyfamily.edu/familycenter, 267-341-3305 or familycenter@holyfamily.edu. ••
St. Jerome Seniors to meet
Upcoming St. Jerome Seniors meetings are on Thursdays, Oct. 10 and 24, in the school hall, 3031 Stamford St. Arrive by 10 a.m. The meeting begins promptly at 11. ••
Yard sale on Oct. 19
The Villages at Pine Valley, 900 Pine Valley Blvd. (between Verree Road and Pine Road), will host a yard sale on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The rain date is Sunday, Oct. 20. ••
Programs at Ryerss
Ryerss Museum and Library, 7370 Central Ave., in Burholme Park, has announced its October events.
Here is the schedule: Friday, Oct. 4, 1-3 p.m. (Genealogy Group); Saturday, Oct. 5, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (Storytime: Knights & Dragons); Saturday, Oct. 5, 5 p.m. (crafts, followed by the movie IF at 7); Friday, Oct. 11, 1-3 p.m. (Fibercraft Friends); Friday, Oct. 18, 1-3 p.m. (Book Club); Saturday, Oct. 19, 1-3 p.m. (Presentation by Herb and Sandy Kaufman, The Soldier & His Lady: A Look at Victorian Life, Culture & Fashion); Friday, Oct. 25, 1-3 p.m. (Fibercraft Friends); and Saturday, Oct. 26, 1-3 p.m. (Young Frankenstein’s Mad Science Halloween Party: food, crafts and creepy science fun).
Register at ryerssmuseum@gmail.com. ••
Donate blood
The American Red Cross is holding blood drives in October. Donors will receive a $10 Amazon gift card. The Northeast Philadelphia Blood Donation Center, 1401 Rhawn St., welcomes donors Monday through Wednesday, 11:45 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Thursday, 10:15 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; and Friday through Sunday, 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Other local sites are Oct. 9, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Jefferson Torresdale Hospital Church, 10800 Knights Road; and Oct. 12, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Masonic District D, Tacony Masonic Temple, 4400 Magee Ave.
To make an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 800-RED CROSS. ••
A show, lunch and shopping
St. Dominic’s Respect Life Ministry is sponsoring a trip to Sight & Sound Theatre in Lancaster County on Thursday, Oct. 3, to see the musical Daniel. Lunch will be at Shady Maple Smorgasbord, with time to shop at Kitchen Kettle Village. Cost is $187. For more information or to book, call Susan at 215-333-4313 or Carol at 215-742-6874. Do not bring checks to the rectory. ••
Buy tickets for Guys and Dolls
The Star Players, of the city Department of Parks and Recreation, will present Guys and Dolls from Oct. 11-13 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. Tickets are available with Venmo @TheStarplayers or at Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St. For more information, call Bill Arthur at 215-685-8714, visit the group’s Facebook page or follow @starplayersPPR on X. ••
St. Hubert going to NYC
St. Hubert will hold a day trip to New York on Saturday, Nov. 23. A bus will depart the school at 7:45 a.m. There will be an 11 a.m. showing of the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular, followed by free time until the bus departs at 5:45 p.m. The cost is $220 per person. Proceeds benefit the faculty scholarship fund. To reserve your seat, contact Mary Clifford at 267-231-7367 or SHSanta@huberts.org. ••
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. ••
BVM seniors to meet
Maternity BVM Seniors Group will meet on Oct. 2 and 16 at 11 a.m. at 9220 Old Bustleton Ave. Call Jackie at 215-287-9968. ••
History meeting Oct. 2
The Northeast Philadelphia History Network will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m. at Pennepack Baptist Meetinghouse, 8732 Krewstown Road. Jim Shomper will speak on Thomas Holme. The meeting is free and open to the public. ••
Nominations open for community awards
The 8th Police District Advisory Council is seeking nominations for its Community Awards. The deadline is Nov. 1. Nominations are being accepted in four categories: Child (Academics), Child (Community Service), Adult (Community Service) and Business (Giving Back to the Community). Nominees must live or have their business in the 8th Police District. Email 8thdistpdac@gmail.com and include the nominee’s name, contact number, address and reasons for nomination. ••
Virtual Halloween costume contest
The 8th Police District Advisory Council is holding a virtual Halloween costume contest. Dress your kids in the best spooky costume and submit a photo to 8thdistpdac@gmail.com. The deadline is Oct. 21. Pictures will be posted online, and winners determined by the most “likes.” Prizes will be awarded. Children must be residents of the 8th Police District. ••
Weekly walks
WeWalkPHL will take place at the Pennypack on the Delaware Park, 7801 State Road, at 8:30 a.m. on Saturdays, Oct. 5, 12, 19 and 26. The program is a partnership among Fairmount Park Conservancy and the city Departments of Public Health and Parks and Recreation. ••
Online series on faith
Cranaleith Spiritual Center will hold an online series, Summer Book Circle: Enlivened Faith Through Creation and Culture, on Tuesdays in October from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The cost is $20 per session, or $80 for all five sessions. Call 215-934-6206. ••
O’Neill’s upcoming events
The office of City Councilman Brian O’Neill is sponsoring two events on upcoming Saturdays, both from 9-11 a.m. There will be a recycle bucket giveaway on Oct. 12 at FOP Lodge 5, 11630 Caroline Road. There will be shredding on Oct. 26 at 432 Rhawn St., behind American Heritage Credit Union. Call 215-MU6-3422. ••
Farm stand at Jeanes
The Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus Farm Stand will be open for the 12th season on Thursdays, through the end of October, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cash only. The stand is located next to parking lot C of the Jeanes and Fox Chase Cancer Center campuses. Email rosemarie.schlegel@tuhs.temple.edu or call 215-728-2131. ••
Sunday flea market returns
A flea market will take place every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through November at Liberty Plaza, 90 Franklin Mills Blvd. (near Knights Road). The cost for vendors is $30 per parking space. For more information, call 215-625-FLEA (3532) or visit PhilaFleaMarkets.org. ••
Entertainment at Parx
Parx Casino is offering the following upcoming entertainment:
Oct. 4: Heather McDonald; Oct. 18: Straight No Chaser; Oct. 19: Giggly Squad Live; Oct. 25: Michael Blaustein; Nov. 9: Air Supply; Nov. 21: Aaron Lewis; Nov. 23: Steve Trevino; Dec. 7: Kathleen Madigan ••
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. ••
Bingo at Loudenslager
Corp. John Loudenslager American Legion Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave., is offering community bingo every second and fourth Friday evenings. Doors open at 6 p.m. There are dollar hot dogs and free popcorn and refreshments. ••
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. ••
Trip to New York
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is sponsoring a bus trip on Tuesday, Oct. 8, to the Tenement Museum in New York, with lunch and free time in Manhattan’s Little Italy. The all-inclusive cost is $175. For a flyer and reservation form, call 215-788-9043. ••
Attend Glen Foerd’s Wedding Crashers’ Ball
Glen Foerd’s Wedding Crashers’ Ball will take place on Friday, Oct. 25, at 5001 Grant Ave. (at the Delaware River).
The interactive event invites guests to become part of the story, blending elements of immersive theater with elegant wedding festivities, and spontaneous celebration.
The creator is inFLUX Theatre Collective, and the event is inspired by the reality TV dating show The Bachelor. Searching for the perfect partner, Glen Foerd’s bachelor must choose among five brides competing for his heart. What ensues promises to be an immersive night of romance, comedy, slapstick and chaos.
The show will go from 7-11 p.m. and will include live music by the West Philadelphia Orchestra, dinner, an open bar, dancing and silent and live auctions. There will also be an afterparty held in Glen Foerd’s Gilded Age mansion’s rathskeller until midnight. Throughout the evening, guests will be part of the narrative, interacting with characters and influencing the unfolding drama of the bachelor, the brides and their entourage.
Guests are encouraged to wear black tie, recycled wedding dresses, that old bridesmaid’s gown from hell, business attire or, in the spirit of Halloween, creative costumes.
All proceeds will go to support Glen Foerd’s community art, education and environmental programming and to preserve the nonprofit’s 18-acre Delaware River estate that includes seven historic structures dating from the 1850s.
Tickets are $185 per person, or $225 that includes the afterparty in Glen Foerd’s rathskeller. Tickets can be purchased at www.glenfoerd.org/weddingcrashersball. Ticket sales close on Oct. 4.
Sponsorships are also available. For information, visit www.glenfoerd.org/weddingcrashersball, or contact Scott Reynolds at 215-632-5330 or scott@glenfoerd.org. ••
Video ceremony and conversation
Cranaleith Spiritual Center, 13475 Proctor Road, will host the 19th Israeli-Palestianian Memorial Day Video Viewing on Sunday, Nov. 3, from 1-3 p.m. Rabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg, one of the founders of the Philadelphia chapter of American Friends of Combatants for Peace, will introduce the video and join a conversation afterward. The cost is $25. Call 215-934-6206. ••
Book club to meet Monday
The Book Club of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim will be holding a Zoom session on Monday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m. The book is Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. For further information, or to register for the book club program, call Lynn Ratmansky at 215-677-1600. ••
Book club meeting
The Book Club of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim will hold a Zoom session on Monday, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. The book is Blake Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson. For further information, or to register for the book club program, call Lynn Ratmansky at 215-677-1600. ••
Book club to meet in Dec.
The Book Club of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim will host a Zoom session on Monday, Dec. 2, at 7 p.m. The book is The Bird Hotel by Joyce Maynard. For further information, or to register for the book club program, call Lynn Ratmansky at 215-677-1600. ••
Scientific symposium at Fox Chase
Fox Chase Cancer Center’s Center for Immunology will host its 14th Annual Scientific Symposium on Friday, Oct. 18. The event will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry being awarded for the discovery of ubiquitin-mediated protein degradation. Much of that work was done at Fox Chase. The symposium will be held in Fox Chase’s Leidy Auditorium and will feature presentations by eight scientists. For more information and to register for the event, email sarah.daly@fccc.edu. ••
A space for UArts student work
Councilwoman Rue Landau, in collaboration with Creative Philadelphia, is launching an initiative to support students and faculty affected by the recent closure of the University of the Arts.
The project aims to transform City Hall into a welcoming hub for these displaced artists’ work, providing them with a space to showcase their work in City Hall and in the office of Landau (Room 592) and the corridors.
Students and faculty of UArts are invited to submit their artwork for consideration through an online submission form, with a deadline of Oct. 4.
“The closure of UArts is a significant loss for our city, but it also presents an opportunity for us to uplift and support these talented artists,” Landau said. “I’m honored to provide a space for their work alongside the Creative Philadelphia so that they know the city values their contributions to our arts scene.”
The submission form for UArts students and faculty to have their work featured can be found here. ••
Sign up for Philly Bike Ride
The third annual Philly Bike Ride will take place on Saturday, Oct. 19, beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Riders will pass Independence Hall, City Hall, Love Park, Chinatown, Old City, Penn’s Landing and Boathouse Row on Kelly Drive. They can choose between a 20-mile course or a 7.6-mile version, both ending at the art museum.
The free post-ride festival features live music, wellness activities, a beer garden and food trucks.
The cost is $69, with various add-ons available.
A portion of proceeds will support the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia and its Youth Cycling Program.
For more information, visit www.phillybikeride.com ••
A marriage retreat
Cranaleith Spiritual Center, 14375 Proctor Road, will host Making Conflict Count: A Marriage Retreat on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The cost is $95 per couple and includes lunch. Call 215-934-6206. ••
Discover work of architect
Cranaleith Spiritual Center, 13475 Proctor Road, will host Preserving Minerva: (Re)Discovering The Work of Architect Minerva Parker Nichols on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The program is free. There is a suggested donation of $25. Call 215-934-6206. ••
Bar crawl for charity
The sixth annual Madison Bar Crawl will take place Saturday, Oct. 5 in Rockledge. The schedule is 3-5 p.m. at the Hollywood Tavern, 5-7 p.m. at the Austrian Village and 7 p.m. to ?? at Gaul & Co. Malt House. The event is in honor of Madison Woltemate, 11, who is thriving through physical challenges. Proceeds will benefit the families of two other girls facing similar challenges. T-shirts cost $20. Mail a check to Lawrence Himes, 619 Burke St., Rockledge, PA 19046 or Venmo @melissamccabe. ••
Trunk or Treat at Mission BBQ
The Gas Guzzlers Car Club Trunk or Treat will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Mission BBQ, 11000 Roosevelt Blvd. No cars will be permitted after 5 p.m. There will be a DJ and prizes for best costume and best trunk. ••
KleinLife opens farmers market
KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave., has a farmers market that sells nutritious fresh fruits and vegetables every Friday from noon to 3 p.m., through the fall. The market accepts cash, SNAP/EBT Access Cards and Philly Food Bucks. Proceeds will go to support the Cook for a Friend program as part of the KleinLife Home Delivered Meals Program. Call 215-698-7300, Ext. 196. ••
Trip to Sight & Sound
St. James, at Castor Avenue and Pratt Street, is holding a trip to Sight & Sound, a theater in Lancaster County, on Oct. 23 for the 11 a.m. show of Daniel. For more information, call 215-743-1828. ••
Farmers market open
The Food Trust holds a weekly farmers market at Castor Avenue and Hellerman Street. The market, featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, is open Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. through October and will include cooking demonstrations. ••
Thanksgiving Parade Nov. 24
The 47th annual Mayfair-Holmesburg Thanksgiving Parade will take place on Sunday, Nov. 24, from noon to 3 p.m. on Frankford Avenue, from Rhawn Street to Knorr Street. The grand marshal will be Ed Lloyd, of Lloyd Sixsmith Sporting Goods, celebrating 50 years in business. Homemade floats are being accepted. Volunteer banner carriers will receive six hours of community service. Email info@thanksgivingparade.org. ••
Monthly senior luncheon
Memorial Presbyterian Church of Fox Chase, 7902 Oxford Ave., hosts a senior luncheon at noon on the third Wednesday of each month. Soup, sandwiches, salad and dessert are on the menu. Upcoming dates are Oct. 16, Nov. 20 and Dec. 18. ••
Father Judge 5K
The 21st annual Father Judge Crusader Classic 5K will take place on Sunday, Oct. 6, at 9 a.m. All proceeds will benefit the Firefighter Lt. Robert Neary Scholarship Fund at Father Judge. Neary, class of 1970, passed away in the line of duty in 2012. The entry fee is $35. The cost is $20 for youths 18 and under. Race day registration will take place in the Father Judge schoolyard beginning at 7:30 a.m. Event T-shirts will be provided while supplies last. The race will begin at the bandshell in Pennypack Park and continues along the banks of Pennypack Creek and finish with a lap around the Father Judge track (behind the school). Medals will be presented to the three male and female finishers in each age group. Call 215-338-9494, Ext. 1027 or email khuckel@fatherjudge.com ••
Millbrook Civic to meet
Millbrook Civic Association will meet on Oct. 29, at 7 p.m., at the Calvary Athletic Association clubhouse, 4330 Deerpath Lane. The following meeting will be on Nov. 26. For more information, email millbrookcivic@verizon.net ••
Blood drive at Jeanes
Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Cheltenham Friends Meetinghouse, 7600 Central Ave. If you donate blood, you will receive a $10 Amazon.com gift card by email and be entered into a drawing for a $5,000 gift card. Visit www.redcrossblood.org. Enter “TUH Jeanes Campus” for location. ••
Upcoming operas
Amici Opera Company will present Donizetti’s Anna Bolena on Sunday, Oct. 13, at 3 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 19, at 4 p.m., at United Methodist Church of the Redeemer, 1128 Cottman Ave.
Amici will present two performances of Thomas’ Hamlet: Sunday, Oct. 20, at 2:30 p.m. at Dock Woods, 275 Dock Drive in Lansdale; and Saturday, Oct. 26, at 4 p.m. at United Methodist Church of the Redeemer.
There will be a dinner opera at La Piovra, 7901 High School Road in Elkins Park, on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 6 p.m. The show will be Verdi’s Aida. The cost is $54.95 per person (tips and tax not included). For reservations, call 215-606-3800.
Amici will present Verdi’s Nabucco on Saturday, Nov. 24, at 4 p.m. at Community Presbyterian Church, 1501 W. Brigantine Ave., in Brigantine. The cost is $30.
For more information, call 215-224-0257 or visit the Amici Opera Company page on Facebook. ••
Fall holiday crafts at library
Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 Knights Road, will host fall holiday craft programs on Tuesdays, Oct. 22 (Pumpkin Scene) and Nov. 19 (Turkey Mosaic), at 5:30 p.m. The programs are for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. Preschoolers are welcome with an adult. Call 215-685-9383. ••
SEPTA wants more state money
The state House Transportation Committee met at Transport Workers Union Local 234, 500 N. 2nd St., to hear about transportation funding needs for Philadelphia. The committee is chaired by Rep. Ed Neilson.
“The final state budget that passed in July did not include the governor’s full transit funding proposal. It provided a one-time investment of $80.5 million to public transportation agencies across the state, including $46 million for SEPTA. This is less than one-fourth of the needed funding SEPTA originally requested, and less than one-third of the $161 million that Gov. Shapiro’s proposal would generate,” said Kenneth Lawrence, SEPTA board chairman. “While SEPTA is grateful for this temporary relief, our recurring structural deficit can only be addressed through enactment of a permanent transit funding solution. Across-the-board service reductions of 20% and fare increases of more than 30% would be required, adding barriers to mobility for those who need SEPTA most. On top of the current fare proposal, cash fares, which are currently $2.50, would increase to at least $3 per ride, and TransPasses, currently $96, would rise to $120 per month.” ••
New board members for FELS
Federation Early Learning Services, a nonprofit organization based at 10700 Jamison Ave., announced the appointment of four individuals to its Board of Directors.
New board chairwoman Joanne Krueger, a tax director at PwC, has previously served as treasurer and vice chairwoman.
Scott Schwartz, the new treasurer, is the Deputy General Counsel at GOLO, LLC.
Ryan Udell, the recording secretary, is a partner at the Ballard Spahr law firm.
Corresponding secretary Michael Dubin is a member of the Commercial Litigation and Employment Law groups at Semanoff Ormsby Greenberg & Torchia.
Taka Agawa, president and CEO of FELS, said, “We are incredibly fortunate to have these accomplished and dedicated individuals joining our leadership team. Their strategic vision and commitment will undoubtedly propel FELS to new heights, ensuring we continue to provide exceptional services to the communities we serve.”For more information, visit www.felskids.org. ••
Fox Chase hires specialist in gynecologic cancers
Fox Chase Cancer Center announced the hiring of Dr. Hilario Yankey as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology.
Yankey begins serving in this role following his completion of the Radiation Oncology Residency and Fellowship Training Program at Fox Chase in June. He was Chief Resident of the program from 2022 through 2023.
Prior to his arrival at Fox Chase, he completed his internal medicine transitional training at Crozer Chester Medical Center in Upland. He earned his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. He also has a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management degree from Widener University School of Business.
At Fox Chase, Yankey will specialize in gynecologic cancers and some general radiation oncology. He has contributed to more than 15 publications and presentations on cancers of the biliary tract, rectum, anus and prostate.
Yankey has volunteered for a number of initiatives, including The Free Clinic at Temple, a COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic, as a student ambassador to the Drexel Minority Association of Pre-Med Students, and as a student ambassador to “under-represented” minority interviewees at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine.
Yankey is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Urological Association, the American Society for Radiation Oncology and the American Brachytherapy Society. ••
Landau at TBYN meeting
Take Back Your Neighborhood will meet on Monday, Oct. 21, at 6:30 p.m., at Max Myers Recreation Center, 1601 Hellerman St. The guest will be City Councilwoman Rue Landau. ••
New member of Fox Chase bone marrow transplant department
Fox Chase Cancer Center hired Dr. Anthony Stack as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapies.
Stack is joining the Fox Chase team following his completion of the Fox Chase Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Training Program, where he gained experience in treating complex hematologic malignancies. Prior to his fellowship, Stack completed Temple University Hospital’s Internal Medicine Residency Program.
Stack earned his medical degree from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, Florida. Prior to that he graduated from the University of Missouri with a bachelor’s degree in nutritional sciences.
Throughout his career, Stack has made contributions to the field of oncology with numerous peer-reviewed publications and international research presentations. His research interests span areas such as lymphoma, multiple myeloma and chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy.
In recognition of his academic achievements, Stack has received various accolades, including the Dedication to Primary Care Award from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, the Resident Research Career Development Award from Temple University Hospital and the Young Investigator Award from Fox Chase.
Stack has served on various committees, including the Cancer Committee at Temple University Hospital and the Research Review Committee at Fox Chase. He is also an active member of the American Society of Hematology, the American Society of Clinical Oncology,and the European Hematology Association. ••
Indoor festival
Prince of Peace Church, 6001 Colgate St. (at Comly Street), will be having an indoor festival featuring a flea market, holiday tables, baked goods, gently used clothing and chances sold for gift baskets, on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Homemade soups and lunch available. All are welcome. Call 215-342-9447
An honor for Nazareth Hospital’s support of organ, eye and tissue donation
Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic announced it has received statewide recognition for its efforts to support and raise awareness about organ, eye and tissue donation.
Nazareth Hospital and St. Mary Medical Center were honored with bronze and platinum designations, respectively, through The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania’s 2024 Donate Life Pennsylvania Hospital Challenge.
The annual campaign encourages Pennsylvania hospitals to increase organ, eye and tissue donation awareness within their hospitals and communities. HAP partnered with the state Department of Health and the two organ procurement organizations serving Pennsylvania — the Center for Organ Recovery & Education and Gift of Life Donor Program — to support the challenge.
“We are honored to be recognized by The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania for our unyielding commitment to saving lives through organ donation,” said Dr. Michael Magro, president of St. Mary Medical Center and Nazareth Hospital. “Our teams at St. Mary Medical Center and Nazareth Hospital work tirelessly to build awareness, promote education and register new donors in our quest to ensure that a lifesaving organ transplant is available to all of those who need one.”
St. Mary Medical Center and Nazareth Hospital were two of 118 hospitals statewide that participated in this year’s challenge.
For more information about organ and tissue donation or to register as a donor, visit www.donors1.org. ••
A grant for Poquessing Creek Trail history
The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage announced that it has awarded $10.2 million to 39 Philadelphia-area cultural organizations and artists.
“We’re delighted to continue our long-standing support for individual artists and creative projects as well as to introduce the Evolving Futures grants this year,” said Paula Marincola, executive director of The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage. “We are particularly gratified to offer important risk capital to address crucial operational issues through this new funding platform while also supporting vibrant programs for many different audiences and communities.”
Donna Frisby-Greenwood, the senior vice president leading The Pew Charitable Trusts’ work in Philadelphia, said, “The Pew Charitable Trusts is extremely pleased to support The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage in its commitment to ensuring a thriving cultural sector that represents and celebrates diverse perspectives. We look forward to seeing how these grantees use their exceptional creativity to spark important social conversations—and produce accessible works of art for Philadelphia-area residents and visitors to enjoy.”
Among those receiving a creative project grant is the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia for a Poquessing Creek Trail of History: The Land, The People, The Stories. There will be site-specific installations along the Poquessing Creek Trail that will tell the stories of the diverse peoples of the Byberry neighborhood and the area’s role in early American history. Interpreted through historical research and community convenings, the sites include a burial ground created as a resting place for enslaved and free blacks, a hall built for anti-slavery activists, the birthplace of founding father Benjamin Rush and a newly created installation honoring the Lenni Lenape, the area’s original stewards. ••
Sielski to speak at Bridesburg history meeting
Inquirer sports columnist Mike Sielski will speak at the Bridesburg Historical Society meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m. at Bridesburg-Lawton VFW Post, 4644 Richmond St. Sielski is also the author of four books. The event is open to the public. Refreshments will be served. ••
Luncheon and entertainment
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is holding a luncheon with entertainment at Bella Tori at the Mansion, 321 S. Bellevue Ave., Langhorne, on Saturday, Nov. 9, at 11:30 a.m. The luncheon consists of salad and hot and dessert tables. There will be a cash bar. The cost is $60 per person. Call Beth for reservations at 215-990-6067 or 215-742-2703. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
