St. Hubert flea market on Saturday
St. Hubert High School, 7320 Torresdale Ave., will host an indoor flea market in its cafeteria on Saturday, Feb. 8, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Interested vendors can email fleamarket@huberts.org. ••
City seeking airport interns
Councilman Brian O’Neill announced that the Philadelphia Department of Aviation is seeking college, high school and graduate students to participate in an internship program with Philadelphia International Airport. The internship program will benefit students by exposing them to a variety of aviation careers and by helping them build skills for the future workforce. The opportunity supports students throughout the region by providing real-world experience, access to professional development and connections, and support as they prepare to enter the workforce. To apply, send your resumes by Feb. 14 to resumes@phl.org. ••
Recognizing Catholic Schools Week
Sens. Joe Picozzi and Scott Martin honored Catholic Schools Week in Pennsylvania with remarks on the Senate floor and a special guest chaplain, Bishop Timothy Senior, of Harrisburg. Picozzi and Martin sponsored a resolution honoring Catholic Schools Week from Jan. 26 through Feb. 1 in recognition of the approximately 100,000 students enrolled in Catholic schools throughout Pennsylvania. Picozzi graduated from Holy Ghost Prep. Martin graduated from Lancaster Catholic.
“Catholic schools are the bedrock of our community in Northeast Philly. In my home, we ask, ‘What parish are you from? Where did you go to grade school?’ ” Picozzi said. “We proudly boast 15 Catholic schools in the 5th Senatorial District. It is an honor to join a fellow Catholic school alumnus, Sen. Scott Martin, in sponsoring a resolution today designating Jan. 26 through Feb. 1, 2025, as Catholic Schools Week in the commonwealth.” ••
Cancer fundraiser
Jason Duff, a licensed clinical psychologist in the U.S. Navy, is organizing Mission: Possible on Sunday, Feb. 16, from noon to 8 p.m. at Craft Hall, 901 N. Delaware Ave. Duff, a Far Northeast native, is a lymphoma survivor. The family-friendly event will feature live music, drink specials, food and drink packages, raffles and a 50-50. Tickets cost $40. Proceeds go to Cancer Support Community Greater Philadelphia. Tickets are available at https://cancersupportphiladelphia.org/missionpossible/. To make a donation or for more information, go to https://www.missionpossiblephilly.com/. ••
Bingo at St. Hubert
St. Hubert sewing students will present Fashion Bingo on Sunday, Feb. 16, in the school cafeteria, 7320 Torresdale Ave. Doors open at 1 p.m. Games begin at 2. The cost is $35 and includes 11 rounds of bingo, baked goods, water, tea and coffee. There will be raffle baskets, and people are welcome to bring their own food and drinks. Checks can be made payable to St. Hubert High School, Attn: Jillian Smith. Visit huberts.org/fashionbingo or email jillian.smith@huberts.org. ••
Free concert at Protestant Home
Singer Meredith Beck will be in concert on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 2 p.m. in the Philadelphia Protestant Home social hall, 6401 Martins Mill Road. The concert is free. All are welcome. ••
Make a candy bouquet
Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave., will host Make a Candy Bouquet on Monday, Feb. 10, at 5 p.m. For Valentine’s Day this year, professional craft maker Pam Thomas will help you make a candy bouquet for you or your sweetheart. Supplies provided. Kids welcomed. Call the library at 215-685-8756 to sign up. ••
Dinner, dancing and sounds of Sinatra
The Buck Hotel, 1200 Buck Road in Feasterville, will present Valentine’s Day with the Romantic Sounds of Sinatra & Friends, featuring Joey C, on Saturday, Feb. 15. Doors open at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 and the show at 8. The cost is $72, including taxes and gratuities. For tickets, go to thebuckhotel.com/eventscalendar. For more information, call 215-317-7675. ••
Programs at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., will host several upcoming programs.
Black History Month: Story and Craft on Friday, Feb. 7, at 2:30 p.m. Guests can listen to the picturebook More than Peach by Bellen Woodard. Kids will use markers and crayons to make a rainbow craft.
Black History Month: Story Quilting with Mama Carla on Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 4 p.m. Mama Carla Wiley will tell stories of the African diaspora while giving participants the chance to create their own tied quilt square. All ages welcome.
PA CareerLink® Job Search Assistance on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 2 p.m. One-on-one job search assistance. Get individualized support with résumé development, career counseling and professional development workshops. Call 833-750-5627. ••
Events at Ryerss
Ryerss Museum & Library, 7370 Central Ave. (Burholme Park), will host a number of upcoming events. The schedule is below.
Friday, Feb. 7, 1-3 p.m.: Genealogy Club: How To Dig Up Your Ancestors
Friday, Feb. 7, 2 p.m.: Maple Trees & Treats. Presented by Pennypack Environmental Center. Free program for all ages.
Saturday, Feb. 8, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.: Storytime: Be My Valentine
Saturday, Feb. 8, 1-3 p.m.: Valentine’s Event. Historian Herb Kaufman, Amish papersnipping (Scherenschnitte). Suggested donation $5. Register: RyerssMuseum@gmail.com. More information: 215-685-0599.
Friday, Feb. 14, 1-3 p.m.: Fibercraft Friends
Friday, Feb. 21., 1-3 p.m.: Book Club
Saturday, Feb. 22, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.: Storytime: Cowboys and Cowgirls.
Friday, Feb. 28, 1-3 p.m.: Fibercraft Friends ••
Valentine’s dinner
Resurrection of Our Lord Parish, 2000 Shelmire Ave., will host its annual Valentine’s dinner on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. There will be dinner, dancing, wine, beer and live music by Jazz 180. The cost is $50 per couple. Call 215-745-3211. ••
Meeting in Fox Chase on Feb. 12
The Fox Chase Town Watch and Fox Chase Civic Association meet on the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at American Legion Loudenslager Post 366, 7976 Oxford Ave. The group will meet on the following dates in 2025: Feb. 12, March 12, April 9, May 14, June 11, July 9, Sept. 10, Oct. 8 and Nov. 12. ••
Preschool storytime and play
Katharine Drexel Library, 11099 Knights Road, will host Preschool Storytime & Play at 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays, Feb. 13 and 27. Stories and songs will be followed by creative play. The program is for children ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult. Call 215-685-9383. ••
St. Jerome Seniors to meet
Upcoming St. Jerome Seniors meetings are on Thursdays, Feb. 13 and Feb. 27, in the school hall, 3031 Stamford St. Arrive by 10 a.m. The meeting begins promptly at 11. ••
Allowing docs to treat players
The state Senate unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Joe Picozzi (R-5th dist.) enabling international team doctors to treat their players in Pennsylvania when Philadelphia hosts the FIFA Club World Cup this summer and the FIFA World Cup in 2026. In these contests, athletes will be supported by their traveling team doctors. Under current law, each international doctor would be required to obtain a medical license from the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine to treat players, even for just a single match. Senate Bill 184 would exempt international team doctors from needing to obtain a Pennsylvania medical license to care for their athletes. Much like how the law treats team physicians licensed in other states, international doctors would be limited to treatment of just their players and would be prohibited from practicing in all health care facilities in the state. The bill moves to the House of Representatives for consideration.
“The City of Brotherly Love will be showcased to millions of dedicated fans and dozens of teams from six continents,” Picozzi said. “We don’t want to let needless red tape negatively impact the matches or prevent future events from being staged here. I appreciate my colleagues for acting on this incredible opportunity to ensure that all soccer fans, athletes and team staff – including team doctors – have a world-class experience in our beautiful commonwealth.” ••
Parkinson’s support group at Jeanes
Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus, 7604 Central Ave., will host meetings of a Parkinson’s disease support group in its Cheltenham Friends Meetinghouse. The meetings, from 5-6 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every other month, are open to people diagnosed with Parkinson’s and their families, and are led by nurse practitioner June Ro. The schedule, with guest speakers, is Feb. 12 (physical therapist Michele Aguado), April 9 (Dr. Willard Kasoff, neurosurgeon), June 11 (speech therapist Marissa Rock), Aug. 13 (Dr. Molly Cincotta, neurologist), Oct. 8 (social worker Luisa Enriquez) and Dec. 10 (Dr. Teodora Schellato, urologist, and physical therapist Sonia Williams-Joseph).
To register, contact Ro at 215-707-2619 or Jungyoon.Ro@tuhs.temple.edu. ••
GWHS class of ‘65 reunion
George Washington High School’s class of 1965 will hold its 60th class reunion on May 17 at Maggio’s Restaurant, 400 Second Street Pike, in Southampton. The 900-plus members of the class of ‘65 entered Washington as sophomores when it opened in September 1962. For more information, email Marie McCann at marie.mccann4@gmail.com. ••
Free tax preparation
People who need help with preparing their federal and state income tax returns can take advantage of the free assistance program being offered by KleinLife, 10100 Jamison Ave. The program will run through April 15 and will be available to everyone with annual incomes of up to $79,000, whether filling single or joint returns. All of the volunteer tax helpers are qualified with extensive experience to help prepare federal and state tax returns as well as PA Rent/Real Estate tax rebate forms. Call 215-698-7300, Ext. 194 to make an appointment. ••
Bingo on March 2 at Oxley Post
William D. Oxley Post 133, 7900 Torresdale Ave., will host bingo on Sunday, March 2, at 3 p.m. Bring your own daubers or buy them at Oxley. Light snacks will be provided, and guests can bring their own food. There will be a cash bar and door prizes. The cost is $20. Oxley is now 100 percent smoke free. ••
Trip to see Noah
St. Katherine of Siena Primrose Club is running a bus trip on Thursday, Sept. 11, to Lancaster’s Sight & Sound Theatre to see Noah. The cost is $174 and includes a buffet lunch at Hershey Farm & Inn Restaurant. For reservations, call Catherine Murphy at 215-919-4399. ••
Travel with Maternity BVM Seniors
Maternity BVM Seniors have announced their 2025 group trip schedule. People are invited to join them on the following trips: Mt. Hope Winery – Murder Mystery, Thursday, March 6, $130; Tropicana – Joey Arminio and Family, Monday, April 14, $80; Sight and Sound – Noah, Thursday, Sept. 25, $180; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Sea Watch Resort, Oct. 6-10; Tropicana – Blockbuster Broadway, Monday, Nov. 17, $80. For information, call Connie at 215-338-9141. ••
Presentation on Shroud of Turin
St. Martha Church, 11301 Academy Road, will host Shroud Encounter on Wednesday, March 12, at 7 p.m. Admission is free. The big-screen experience uses more than 200 images. The program is a production of the Shroud of Turin Education Project Inc. and will be presented by international expert and author Russ Breault. The Shroud of Turin is the most analyzed artifact in the world yet remains a mystery. The 14-foot-long linen cloth that has been in Turin, Italy for more than 400 years bears the faint front and back image of a bearded, crucified man with apparent wounds and bloodstains that match the crucifixion account as recorded in the Bible. For more information, visit ShroudEncounter.com. ••
Upcoming operas
Amici Opera Company will present several upcoming performances.
Massenet’s Thais on Sunday, Feb. 16, and Sunday, Feb. 22, at 3 p.m. at United Methodist Church of the Redeemer, 1128 Cottman Ave.
Offenbach’s Tales of Hoffmann on Sunday, Feb. 23, at 2:30 p.m. at Dock Woods, 275 Dock Drive, Lansdale, and Saturday, March 1, at 3 p.m. at United Methodist Church of the Redeemer.
Tales of Hoffmann will also be presented on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 6 p.m. at La Piovra, 7901 High School Road, Elkins Park. The cost for dinner and the show is $54.95, tips and tax not included. Call 215-606-3800 for reservations.
Call 215-224-0257 or visit the Amici Opera Company page on Facebook. ••
Bingo at Marian Hall
Catholic Daughters of America Court St. Francis de Sales #2617 will hold bingo on Saturday, March 22, at St. Dominic’s Marian Hall, 8532 Frankford Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Games begin at 6:15. Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 at the door (if available) and include beer, wine, soda, water and tea. Light snacks will be available. The event is for people 21 or older. Food can be brought in, but not liquor. There will be raffle baskets and a 50-50. Nonperishable food items will be collected for a food cupboard. For tickets, contact Maryann Morley at 215-288-8691 or chachisfo@aol.com or mail a check to CDA/St. Francis de Sales #2617, 2565 Exton Road, Hatboro, PA 19040. ••
Senior luncheons at Fox Chase church
Memorial Presbyterian Church of Fox Chase, 7902 Oxford Ave., hosts a monthly Senior Luncheon at noon on the third Wednesday of each month. Upcoming dates are Feb. 19, March 19 and April 16. ••
New website for NE Times
The Northeast Times has a new website: https://patimes.media/
The website includes news, sports, opinion, crime, features and a way to subscribe. The site includes an option to read the current issue in “flipbook” style. Readers are also encouraged to follow the newspaper on Bluesky, Facebook at Northeast Times 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/.
The website northeasttimes.com is not affiliated with the Northeast Times. ••
Bereavement support group
Lambie Funeral Home, 8000 Rowland Ave. (at Rhawn Street), sponsors a Bereavement Support group for all who have lost loved ones on the first Wednesday of the month (except January), from 6:30 to 8 p.m., through June 4. There is no fee. Call 215-332-6110. ••
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. ••
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. ••
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. ••
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 Dunksferry 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. ••
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. ••
Pacific Wine Country tour
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is going on a Pacific Wine Country cruise aboard the Sapphire Princess, May 10-17. Ports-of-call include Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Astoria (Oregon) and Victoria and Vancouver (Canada). Rates range from $3,048 to $3,578 per person, double occupancy, which includes round-trip airfare from Philadelphia, port charges, government fees, taxes and transfers to and from the ship. Call 215-788-9408 for more information. ••
Cruise in July
The Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation is traveling on an Independence Day Celebration cruise, July 1-8. Ports-of-call include New York, Newport, Boston on July 4 and Halifax, Nova Scotia. A passport is required. Rates range from $1,920 to $2,680 per person, double occupancy. For a flyer, call 215-788-9408. ••
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. ••
Fundraiser for cancer research, care
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Board of Associates, Fox Chase Cancer Center is holding a High Tea/Mini Bingo (five games) on Friday, March 28. It will be held at Maggio’s Banquet Hall, 400 2nd Street Pike, Southampton, starting at noon. Participants will be playing to win baskets. The cost is $55. Call Lorraine Braverman at 610-277-3631. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Book review and lunch
The Marlyn Chakov Fein Chapter, Fox Chase Cancer Center is having a book review and deli lunch on Friday, April 25, at 10 a.m. The book to be discussed is The Bird Hotel, by Joyce Maynard. The event will be held at Fox Chase Cancer Center, Reimann Conference Room, 4th floor, 333 Cottman Ave. There will be reserved parking off the Burholme Avenue entrance. The cost is $35. For reservations, call Joyce at 215-676-1761. The event supports cancer research and compassionate patient care at Fox Chase Cancer Center. ••
Book club discussion at Bustleton Library
Bustleton Library, 10199 Bustleton Ave., will host a book club discussion on The Blue Hour by Paula Hawkins on Thursday, Feb. 20, at 11 a.m. The book is a sophisticated and stylish thriller set on a remote Scottish island. For a copy, stop in the library or call 215-685-0472. ••
A retreat for moms
Mother Boniface Spirituality Center (3501 Solly Ave.) will present The Paschal Mystery and Everyday Life on Saturday, March 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The speaker will be Stephanie McCarthy, a Catholic wife, mother and spiritual director. The retreat is open to mothers of all ages for faith sharing and reflection with other mothers. The retreat costs $55 and includes continental breakfast and lunch. To register or for more information, call 267-350-1830 or visit msbt.org. ••
Presentation on Harriet Beecher Stowe
On Sunday, Feb. 23, at 2 p.m., in the headquarters of the Bristol Cultural and Historical Foundation, 321 Cedar St., Kim Hanley, of the American Historical Theatre of Philadelphia, will give a first-person portrayal of Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Light refreshment will be served. A donation of $5 per adult attendee is suggested. There is no fee for students. The public is invited. Snow date is Sunday, March 2. Call 215-788-9408. ••
Scholarship fund for St. Matt grads to attend Judge
The Friends of Father Judge High School Inc. recently received a $1.5 million gift to establish the John M. Briggs ‘68 Endowed Scholarship Fund.
Briggs, who died in September, was a graduate of Father Judge class of 1968 and a lifelong and generous supporter of the school. He believed greatly in the opportunities it provided young men to earn a Catholic education, strong academics and lifelong friendships. He grew up in Mayfair and attended St. Matthew Elementary School.
The scholarship fund is being established to assist young men, who like Briggs, attended St. Matthew and who hope to attend Father Judge. The fund will provide 10 scholarships annually.
Charles Huckel ‘66, founder of the Crusader Annual Appeal, said, “John made it known how important his Father Judge and St. Matthew’s Catholic education were to him. He wanted to do something special as a way of giving back. This gift will certainly benefit many families due to his generosity.”
Brian Patrick King ‘97, president of Father Judge, said, “This gift is special to me because Mr. Briggs and I are both proud graduates of St. Matthew Parish Elementary School and Father Judge High School and we both grew up in the same neighborhood decades apart. Each year as we approach graduation, I often speak to the seniors about understanding our 70 years of tradition and success and the importance of honoring and respecting those who came before us. Mr. Briggs is one of those men whose shoulders we stand upon today as we announce this gift.
“He is another example of a Salesian gentleman who went on to great success and never forgot where he came from. This gift will ensure countless young men from St. Matthew Parish Elementary School will have the opportunity to earn a Judge education, leaving a lasting legacy that I am sure Mr. Briggs would be proud of.” ••
A cap on rental application fees
Councilwoman Rue Landau introduced the Move-in Affordability Plan, a package of legislation aimed at reducing rental fees and making housing more accessible for Philadelphians. The plan addresses two of the biggest financial barriers renters face when trying to secure housing: application fees and upfront security deposits.
“The high costs associated with securing a rental unit are simply too much for many Philadelphians, especially those with limited income or ‘complex’ rental histories,” said Landau, who worked as a tenant lawyer for several years. “These bills will help reduce the burden of upfront costs by regulating junk applications fees and allowing tenants to pay security deposits in installments, making it easier for individuals and families to secure housing and stay in their homes.”
The first bill caps rental application fees at $20. The second bill allows renters to pay their security deposits in up to four installments.
Nearly half of all Philadelphia households rent their homes. ••
Irish singalong
Holmesburg Library, 7810 Frankford Ave., welcomes the public to prepare for St. Patrick’s Day by singing favorite Irish tunes on Tuesday, March 11, at 5:30 p.m. Jessica Carroll will lead the crowd in song. The program is sponsored by Friends of Holmesburg Library. ••
