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Coming Up in Frankford 10/5 to 11/1/2013

  • Grand Army of the Republic Museum Open House – Sun, October 6, 12pm – 5pm, 4278 Griscom Street – Presentation at 1:30 PM: Ghosts in the Museum by Kathy Smith
  • Sing-along – Mon, October 7, 10am – 11am, Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center 4744 Frankford Ave. – Sing-along with our talented piano player Maria. Free of charge
  • Movie Matinee – Mon, October 7, 12:30pm – 3:00pm, Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center 4744 Frankford Ave. – You pick it, we play it! Popcorn and beverages served. Free of charge
  • Historical Society of Frankford program – Tue, October 8, 7:30pm – 9:00pm, 1507 Orthodox St. – BIRDS: Frankford’s Feathered Friends – Tony Croasdale Join local birder Tony Croasdale as he displays and describes the Society’s collection of Victorian Bird Glasses and his lifetime of birding adventures in NE Philadelphia.
  • Dance Movement Therapy Classes – Wed, October 9, 10am – 11am, Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center 4744 Frankford Ave. – Totally new and awesome program! Nothing like it! Free of charge.
  • Find Out About Philly Food Bucks – Thu, October 10, 3:00pm – 3:15pm, Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Avenue – Do you receive SNAP, WIC or FMNP benefits? Kasey Esposito of the Food Trust Farmers Market program will show you how to use Philly Food Bucks to save on produce and healthy food for you and your family. You will have a chance to ask questions and will receive Philly Food Bucks to use at your local farmers market. Ms. Esposito’s presentation will precede the skin care workshop. Both events are free and all are welcome to stay for either or both presentations.
  • Natural Skin Care Workshop – Thu, October 10, 3:15pm – 4:15pm, Frankford Library, 4634 Frankford Avenue – Participants will learn how to make your own toothpaste, deodorant, skin care and other grooming products from all-natural ingredients. Ms. Thomas has conducted many workshops, on a variety of topics, at the Frankford branch and for other organizations. This workshop is free and open to the public. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. To register, call 215-685-1473, email baxterb@freelibrary.org, or stop in to the branch.
  • Neighborhood Advisory Council Meeting – Thu, October 10, 7pm – 8pm, 2nd Baptist Church, 1801 Meadow St.
  • Bird Walk -Sat, October 12, 9am – 11am, Friends Hospital Parking Lot – There will also be a bird walk around the area at Friends Hospital. Tony Croasdale will lead the walk starting at 9AM. We will meet in the parking lot. He has binoculars for those who need them.
  • Kidfest and Family Expo – Mon, October 14, 11am – 2pm, Friends Hospital 4641 Roosevelt Boulevard, Scattergood Building Auditorium – Please join us to learn more about local businesses in our neighborhood, geared toward children. Refreshments and door prizes, Sponsored by First Home Care
  • Northwood Civic Association Meeting – Tue, October 15, 7pm, 8pmWhereSt. James Lutheran Church, at Castor Avenue and Pratt Street.
  • Cookology Class – Fri, October 18, 10am – 11am, Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center 4744 Frankford Ave. – A certified Dietitian will be whipping up some delicious, nutritious treats for all to sample! A very popular, free of charge event.
  • Movie Matinee – Mon, October 21, 12:30pm – 3:00pm, Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center 4744 Frankford Ave. – You pick it, we play it! Popcorn and beverages served. Free of charge
  • Dance Movement Therapy Classes – Wed, October 23, 10am – 11am,  Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center 4744 Frankford Ave. – Totally new and awesome program! Nothing like it! Free of charge.
  • Anniversary Banquet – Thu, October 24, 10am – 2pm, Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center 4744 Frankford Ave. – Join us for our Anniversary Banquet. Enjoy an amazing meal and live entertainment as we celebrate our 29th Anniversary. Must contact Karen Thomas at 215-831-2926 to reserve a seat. $5.00 for members, $7 for non-members. Do not miss this huge event!
  • PSA 1 Meeting – Thu, October 24, 7pm – 8pm, Aria Hospital 4900 Frankford Ave.
  • 16th annual Tricky Trays Basket Raffle – Sun, October 27, 11:30am – 3:00pm, St. Joachim Church, 1527 Church St. – Court St. Francis De Sales #2617 Catholic Daughters of the Americas presents 16th annual Tricky Trays Basket raffle. $4 Adults $2 Children includes trip to kitchen and 2 raffle tickets.
  • Frankford Garden Club – Mon, October 28, 6:30pm – 7:30pm, Wissinoming Park Playground
  • Senior Breakfast – Tue, October 29, 8am – 10am, Aria Health, Frankford – 2nd floor conference room – It’s time to take charge of your health and wellness! Aria will provide our community seniors with monthly insightful tips and information on issues that are directly affection you and your health needs. Breakfast will be provided free of charge. To reserve your seat call 1-877-808-2742.
  • Come celebrate your birthday! – Tue, October 29, 11:45am – 12:45pm, Peter Bressi Northeast Senior Center 4744 Frankford Ave. – We have a monthly birthday party. Join us for cake, ice cream, lunch, and live entertainment! Free of charge
  • Frankford Parks Group –  Tue, October 29, 6:30pm – 7:30pm, CDC Building, 4900 Griscom St.
  • Northeast Philadelphia EPIC Stakeholders Group -Thu, October 31, 5:30pm – 7:30pm, 2nd Baptist Church, 1801 Meadow Street – Captain McCloskey and Lt. Burton are attending to report out on the recent gun violence in the area