Community Events

Breast Health Awareness Group Meeting
William G. Rohrer Center for Healthfitness
May 15, 2013 , 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Meetings provide info, resources and a positive, supportive environment to those interested in creating and maintaining healthy breasts. Topic for May - "Wishes Fulfilled." Lois Gervasi will be sharing her inspirational story of overcoming brecancer.
(856) 596-5834

Oak Lane Community Action Assocition
6637 North 11th Street
May 15, 2013 , 7:00pm to 9:00pm
You are invited to come out to see and hear what our community organization has been doing to improve East Oak Lane. We will be holding elections for 'OLCAA' Board of Directors.This is your opportunity to learn more about OLCAA and become a member.
For additional information, please email us at eastoaklanecommunityaction@gmail.com or visit our website at www.eastoaklane.org

Ride of Silence
Freedom Park Medford NJ
May 15, 2013 , 7:00pm to 9:30am
Ride of Silence is a National Bicycle Ride will begin across North America and roll across the globe.Locally at Freedom Park in Medford NJ Cyclists will take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cycles killed or injured while cycling.
Larry Macdonald 609-953-9383 This is a 8 mile long ride as a pace of 10-12 mile per hour.

"Philadelphia, The Museum City" at the WFIS
1700 West Montgomery Ave., Phila, PA 19121
May 15, 2013 , 5:30pm to 7:00pm
From the opening of Peale's Museum in 1786 to the inauguration of the new home of the Barnes in 2012, Philadelphia has been a center of innovative museum design. Dr. David Brownlee will explore the forces that made Philadelphia a city of museums.
Abby Sullivan, Program & Communications Coordinator 215-763-6529 x 17

A Mural Arts Trolley Tour
Mural Arts Studio, The Gallery at Market East
May 16, 2013 , 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Join the Professional Women's Roundtable for an evening of networking and an opportunity to wander through the on-site studio. Then, hop aboard a trolley to explore a special Mural Arts tour featuring outstanding works by women muralists.
Professional Women's Roundtable info@pwroundtable.com 267-287-8497 More information at http://pwroundtable.com/Default.aspx?pageId=1283326&eventId=669315&EventViewMode=EventDetails

An Evening in Franklin Square
Franklin Square
May 16, 2013 , 5:30pm 
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. hosts the fifth annual An Evening in Franklin Square presented by Parx Casino. The event will commence at 5:30 pm with cocktails and a silent auction, followed by dinner along with a live auction and dancing at 7 pm.
Cost $200.00
Cari Feiler Bender, Relief Communications LLC, 610-416-1216 (cell).

Behind the Scenes of the Grundy Library Archive
Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library
May 16, 2013 , 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Archive volunteers Harold and Carol Mitchener will be honored by the Grundy Foundation Trustees with a reception and exhibit for their 15 years of service.
Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library 680 Radcliffe Street Bristol, PA 19007 215.788.7891 ext. 5 or ext. 6 www.grundylibrary.org

Learn About Adoption
Adoptions From The Heart Wynnewood Office
May 16, 2013 , 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Join us for a free information meeting and learn about our domestic adoption process,and the benefits of open adoption. This is a great way to learn more about our domestic programs.Any questions you might have answered by one of our social workers.
To register call (610) 642-7200 or click the link to find out more information:http://www.afth.org/events/meeting.php?m=3010

American Heart Association FUNraiser
Bensalem Senior Center Bensalem PA
May 17, 2013 , 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Bensalem Senior Center 1850 Byberry Rd Bensalem, PA 19020 Community fundraising event to raise funds for local heart health education and awareness,CPR/AED training, vendors,food,games for the kids and family
Joanne O'Gara 215-718-9085

Relay For Life of Mantua, NJ
Chestnut Branch Park, Mantua, NJ
May 17, 2013 , 6:00am to 6:00am
Relay For Life is an overnight event where people come together to raise money to fight all cancers, to remember those who have lost their battle with cancer, and to celebrate our survivors. It is not too late to form a team, join a team or donate.
Jeff and Kimberly Abbott, Event Chairs Website: http://www.relayforlife.org/mantuanj Email: mantuarelay@gmail.com Please contact us for more information on joining a team, forming a team, or making a donation.

Veterans in Recovery from Alcohol and Dope
Willingboro High school JFK way,willingboro NJ
May 18, 2013 
Saints' memorial community church presents New Horizon Music Ministry of Hampton Va.in concert Veterans in recovery are honorably discharged from the armed forces & are recovering substance abusers. Musical concert with messages of hope .
Cost $40.00
Anna Dames or Sarah Durham for more info call: 609 499 0392 or 609 871 4779 Doors open at 12:30pm Dinners served 1:00pm- 2:30pm, concert starts @ 3:00pm.

2013 Soul game supports local non-profit
Wells Fargo Center, 3601 S. Broad Street
May 18, 2013 , 7:05pm 
The Philadelphia Soul and the Philadelphia Children's Alliance announce the 2nd Annual STAND UP RALLY. $15.00 of every ticket sold for this game through the Children's Alliance's dedicated ordering page will go directly to the Children's Alliance.
Elliot Griffin or Dennielle Schuler (215) 735-6760

2ND Annual Olivia's Walk for Birthmarks
Tyler State Park, Newtown,PA
May 18, 2013 , 9:00am 
Olivia is five years old and like many other children was born with a Vascular Birthmark on her face. All proceeds from this walk go directly to The Vascular Birthmark Foundation. To register or donate go to vacularbirthmark.org click on Olivia's Walk.
Joan Anne Gottsabend @ 215-280-4977

American Thoracic Society Meet-the-Expert
Loews Philadelphia Hotel, 1200 Market Street
May 18, 2013 , 10:00am to 12:30pm
The American Thoracic Society (ATS) holds a patient-focused forum, "Meet-the-Expert," at their International Conference on May 18, 2013. "Meet- the-Expert" offers patients an opportunity to discuss the latest in research.


APIA Heritage Month Celebration
Franklin Square Park
May 18, 2013 , 11:00am 
This FREE festival recognizes and celebrates the history, culture, and traditions of Asian communities in America. Enjoy cultural performances, art, merchandise, and Asian American foods! 11 am - 4 pm
Douglas Chen, 215-418-4951, dchen@paconvention.com

Asian American Heritage Month Celebration
Franklin Square, 6th and Race St
May 18, 2013 , 11:00am to 4:00pm
The Pan-Asian Association of Greater Philadelphia will hold its 7th Annual Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month Celebration on Saturday, May 19 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. in Franklin Square.


Asian American Heritage Month Celebration
Franklin Square, 6th and Race St
May 18, 2013 , 11:00am to 4:00pm
The Pan Asian Association will hold its 7th Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Celebration on Saturday, May 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Franklin Square Park, located at 6th and Race Streets. The event is free for all.
John Chin Director of Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation 215-922-2156, jchin@chinatown-pcdc.org

Bonefish Grill Charity Night
Montgomeryville Bonefish Grill
May 18, 2013 , 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Bonefish Grill is partnering with The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter as part of its Grand Opening festivities on Saturday, May 18, from 6 - 8:30 p.m. with a special Charity Night to benefit the organization. Tickets are $35.00.
Cost $35.00
For tickets to the Charity Night, please call Allison Walker at (215) 643-5434 or visit www.alsphiladelphia.org.

Breathing Better with the ATS/Innovations in Lun
Loews Philadelphia Hotel, 1200 Market Street
May 18, 2013 , 1:00pm to 4:00pm
The "Breathing Better with the ATS" forum is open to lung disease patients and their families and will feature expert speakers and an opportunity to interact with prominent pulmonologists from around the world.


CARES Provides Free Pet First Aid Course
Center for Animal Referral & Emergency Services
May 18, 2013 , 10:00am to 2:00pm
The Center for Animal Referral and Emergency Services (CARES) 2010 Cabot Blvd. West Suite D Langhorne, PA 19047
RSVP at (215) 750-2774 or vetcares@gmail.com.

Community Flea Market
Berachah Church
May 18, 2013 , 9:00am to 2:00pm
Community Flea Market at Berachah Church will be held May 18th, 2013 at 400 Ashbourne Road, Cheltenham, PA . The church is located across the street from the Cheltenham Arts Center
for further details contact the church at 215-379-8700

Community Yard Sale at Farming Ridge!
Farming Ridge Development,Exeter Township
May 18, 2013 , 8:00am to 2:00pm
Come find your treasure among our annual yard sale at Farming Ridge. Our development is off of RT. 562, Farming Ridge Blvd. Baked goods will also be for sale. Come and join the fun. Farming Ridge Blvd, Reading PA 19606


Cookie Monster Talented Kids Weekend
Sesame Place
May 18, 2013 , 10:00am to 8:00pm
Sesame Place would like to invite your dance team, band, choir, cheerleading squad, drill teams or other performance group to join our prestigious team of talented kids for Cookie Monster's"Me Love Talented Kids" Weekend.
http://www.sesameplace.com/sesame2/events.aspx? id=422

Covered with CHIP
MLK Community Center, 2101 Cecil B. Moore Ave
May 18, 2013 , 1:30pm to 4:30pm
CARNIVAL WITH FREE FOOD, GAMES, AND PRIZES!! Learn how to eat healthy and exercise! Enroll in Children's Health Insurance Program, CHIP, PA's comprehensive health insurance plan that covers all children and teens who are not insured!
Philadelphia Health Corps (215) 567-8001 x 3045

Elixir: the Cure for the Common Gala
Loews Philadelphia Hotel 1200 Market Street
May 18, 2013 , 5:30pm to 10:00pm
Join us on Saturday, May 18, 2013 for a festive, fun, fabulous affair in support of Mazzoni Center's programs and services for the LGBT community! VIP tickets ($250)and general admission tickets ($125) may be purchased at mazzonicenter.org.
Cost $125.00
Ron Perri 215-563-0652

Farm to Table Day
Fox Chase Farm 8500 Pine Road, Rockledge, PA
May 18, 2013 , 11:00am to 4:00pm
Demonstration and educational exhibits. Activities include, candle making, duck swims, chick hatching, square dancing and many other activities. Various vendors in introduce the community to products mfg. in Pennsylvania look for "PA Preferred.
Mandy Fellouzis or Ruth Donnelly 215-728-5008 rain date 5/19/2013

Farm to Table Day
Fox Chase Farm 8500 Pine Road, Rockledge, PA
May 18, 2013 , 11:00am to 4:00pm
Demonstrations and educational exhibits. Activities include, candle making, duck swim chick hatching, and many other activities. Various vendors to introduce the community to products manufactured in Pennsylvania, look for "PA Preferred.
Mandy Fellouzis or Ruth Donnelly 215-728-5008 Rain Date May 19, 2013

Flea Market at St. George's Episcopal Church
W. Ardmore Ave at Darby Rd., Ardmore, PA
May 18, 2013 , 8:00am to 2:30pm
Come browse for bargains at our annual flea market! 20 ft. spaces are $15. Reserve by sending name, e-mail, phone # and check payable to St. George's Church to 1 W. Ardmore Ave., Ardmore, PA 19003. Reservation deadline: May 10.
For further info: e-mail: burnsnoga@yahoo.com; web: http://www.stgeorgeschurch.org/whats_happening; phone: 610-642-3500.

Free Meet the Expert Forum
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
May 18, 2013 , 10:00am to 4:00pm
In conjunction with the American Thoracic Society's (ATS) Public Advisory Roundtable, the COPD Foundation and American Thoracic Society present a free "Meet the Expert" forum for patients and their families.
For reservations or more information, call the C.O.P.D. Information Line at 866-316-2673 or email info@copdfoundation.org by Friday, May 3, 2013.

FUEL the CURE 2013 Spring Event
Jamaican Jerk Hut, 1436 South St., Philadelphia
May 18, 2013 , 12:30pm to 4:30pm
All proceeds from the event will go towards FUELtheCURE's 2013 Children in Need Campaign.Tickets will include food, beer, music, and more! During the event, we'll also hold a collection drive for Cradles to Crayons.
Cost $30.00
http://fuelthecure.net/get-involved/1st-spring-event/

Garage Sale 4 Orphans
778 Sunnyside Ave, Audubon, PA
May 18, 2013 , 9:00am to 1:00pm
This is a huge Garage sale event with stuff from dozens and dozens of families. http://garagesale4good.webs.com
Kelly W. 610-506-5106

HUGE multi-family Yard Sale
Elkins Park, PA
May 18, 2013 , 9:00am to 2:00pm
Multi-Family yard sale. Toys, Clothes, Househould items, books, and MUCH MUCH More!
Christine Lynn 215-635-9313

JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes
Morey's Adventure Pier on the Wildwood Boardwalk
May 18, 2013 , 9:30am to 2:00pm
The Walk to Cure Diabetes is JDRF's largest annual fundraiser, aimed at raising money for research to cure, treat, and prevent type 1 diabetes and its complications.
Ashley Trasser (856) 429-1101 atrasser@jdrf.org

JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes
Morey's Adventure Pier on the Wildwood Boardwalk
May 18, 2013 , 10:00am to 12:30pm
The JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes draws people together in a healthy activity to raise money to help cure, treat, and prevent type 1 diabetes (T1D). The Walk will take place on the Wildwood Boardwalk, beginning and ending on Morey's Adventure Pier.
Ashley Trasser - JDRF South Jersey Chapter (servicing Atlantic, Burlington, Cape May, Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem counties). 856-429-1101

Kulp Karnival - A.M. Kulp Elementary School
801 Hatfield Road, Hatfield, PA
May 18, 2013 , 11:00am to 3:00pm
Families can enjoy inflatables, games, music, crafts, silent auction, concessions, bake sale, cupcake decorating, and flower sale.
Wristbands for admission: $10.00 Game tickets: $5.00-per-20 tickets or 25 cents for one ticket Donate two canned goods or a bag of clothing to receive one prize ticket (maximum 5 tickets per student). Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Let's Turn Down the Heat
Friends Center 1515 Cherry Street, Philadelphia
May 18, 2013 , 9:30am to 4:30pm
Become informed on the recent climate science and the math of global warming which makes action so urgent. Learn about 350.org's call for fossil fuel divestment with workshops and a video presentation by Bill McKibben.
Cost $10.00
Registration and more information: www.pym.org/turn- down-the-heat

Max & Ruby's Musical Playdate
Sesame Place
May 18, 2013 , 10:00am to 6:00pm
Celebrate the universal nature of sibling relationships in Max & Ruby's Musical Playdate. Max & Ruby never quite want the same thing and their plans always collide - with hilarious results.
http://www.sesameplace.com/sesame2/events.aspx? id=264

Multi Family Yard Sale
2337 Dixon ave Croydon pa 19021
May 18, 2013 , 8:00am to 4:00pm
Huge multi family yard sales going to Saturday 8am-4pm 2337 Dixon ave Croydon pa 19021


Penn Medicine Dermatology Free Skin Cancer Scree
Penn Dermatology
May 18, 2013 , 8:00am to 12:00pm
Penn Dermatology, Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine; 3400 Civic Center Boulevard, 1st Floor, Suite 1-330S
Appointments are necessary and space is limited. Call 215-662-2737 to make your reservation. Sponsored by: Penn Dermatology and Penn's Abramson Cancer Center

Plain Talk It Up! Community Event
Fotterral Square
May 18, 2013 , 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Join Plain Talk Philadelphia at N.11th St b/t York & Cumberland in celebration of Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month Highlights include: ~STD/Diabetes Screening ~Youth Programs & Services ~Refreshments ~Arts& Crafts, Gift Cards, and Give-a-ways
Gifty Barjolo-267.403.0188 Plain Talk Philadelphia, a program of Public Health Management Corp, is a community health education program working to prevent teen pregnancy and STDs, specifically in zip codes 19122 & 19133.

PREAKNESS AT THE PIAZZA FOR MS
Piazza at Schmidts - 1050 N Hancock St Philadelp
May 18, 2013 , 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Philly Young Professionals Celebrate with Fashion, Horseracing, and Charity to benefit the National MS Society. 4 hour open bar/buffet, DJ, celebrity host, and watch race on Piazza's forty-foot screen. #PreaknessStyle. www.preaknessatthepiazza.com.
Cost $70.00
National MS Society Maria.Oberst@nmss.org Maria Oberst 215-271-1500

Pushups For Charity
All Saints Church, Wynnewood, PA
May 18, 2013 , 9:00am to 10:00am
What Can You Accomplish in 90 Seconds? Performance Fitness joins Pushups for Charity 2013, a 90-Second Pushup Competition, to Benefit Troops through The Boot Campaign. With Pushups for Charity you can help military returning from combat.
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Relay for life
Upper Periomen High School Pennsburg Pa
May 18, 2013 , 10:00am to 10:00am
Fun, food, games for all ages to benefit the American Cancer society


St. Michael the Archangel School Cow Chip Bingo
130 Levittown Parkway, Levittown, PA 19054
May 18, 2013 , 11:00am to 3:00pm
For $20 you can purchase a 2' x 2' square on our BINGO Field-1st prize is 15% of total profit from sold squares. 50/50, DJ, Carnival Games (4/$1), Moon Bounce ($3 unlimited bouncing for children age 10 and under), a Dunk Tank (2/$1), & much more!!


Stella Maris Spring Festival
814 Bigler Street, Philadelphia, PA
May 18, 2013 , 12:00pm to 9:00pm
Spring Festival Sat., May 18 and Sun., May 19 Live Music, Food by local vendors, DJ, Beer, Wine, Soda. Purchase crafts, religious merchandise, Italian items. Hours of fun for kids with moon bounce, face painting, games of chance and much more
Contact Carol Tempesta, 215-806-2080 or Stella Maris Rectory 215-465-2336

TQS Day
The Quaker School at Horsham
May 18, 2013 , 11:00am to 3:00pm
Annual TQS Day fundraiser event. Family fun event-rides, crafts, flea market, used book sale, great food, music/dancing, Special Equestrians $10 per child for all you can ride and craft "Fun Band" 250 Meetinghouse Rd Horsham Pa 19044
TQSPA@quakerschool.org 215-674-2578, ext 10

United By Blue and Subaru's 2nd Annual Cooper Ri
7600 Kaighns Avenue, Pennsauken, NJ
May 18, 2013 , 10:00am to 2:00pm
Join United By Blue and Subaru of America in cleaning up the Cooper River. Volunteers should park in The Pub's parking lot at 7600 Kaighns Ave and meet on N. Park Drive. Breakfast, lunch, & supplies provided.
To learn more, email cleanup@unitedbyblue.