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  1. Apr
    24
    Wed

    1. Diabetes Education Program Wednesdays in April at Center on the Hill
      12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

      Wednesdays, April 3, 10, 17 and 24
      noon – 2 p.m.
      Center on the Hill, 8855 Germantown Ave.

      You can live well with diabetes, prediabetes or gestational diabetes. All are welcome to take part in this series of four small-group workshops, where participants receive personalized attention and learn what it takes to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Participants can sign up for one or all four workshops, or just attend the cooking workshop. Free if you attend all 4 sessions or $5 for the cooking workshop alone, which is the last session of each series. To register, call 215-248-8479.

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      12:00 pm
      Diabetes Education Program Wednesdays in April at Center on the Hill
    2. Wednesday Evening Group Run
      6:15 pm – 7:15 pm
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      Categories:
      Other

      Born to Run-Lafayette Hill

      6:15p.m.

      428 Germantown Pike

      All are experience levels and abilities are welcome for a relaxed and friendly group run, starting from to Born to Run Lafayette Hill! The event is free for all. Contact 1-610-828-4781 for more information. 

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      6:15 pm
      Wednesday Evening Group Run
  2. Apr
    25
    Thu

    1. Yoga at The Cedars House
      9:00 am – 10:15 am

      Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013 (Every Thursday)
      9 a.m.
      The Cedars House
      200 W. Northwestern Ave.
      Amanda teaches an intentional vinyasa style yoga class that links breath with movement. All levels and yoga experience are welcome, as each class will offer something for everyone, allowing you to explore your physical body, expand your awareness, and find a place of peace. If weather does not permit outdoor practice, call 215-242-3121 to reserve your space. Cost $12.

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      9:00 am
      Yoga at The Cedars House
    2. Scrabble
      10:00 am – 12:00 pm
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      Categories:
      Other

      Every Thursday

      10 a.m. to noon

      Chestnut Hill Center for Enrichment

      8431 Germantown Ave.

      New and experienced players welcome. The Center has 3 Scrabble boards and refreshments. Play every week or when you can. Games are $1 to play.

       

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      10:00 am
      Scrabble
    3. Super Bones Exercise Class Thursdays and Wednesdays
      10:30 am – 11:30 am

      Thursday (Start at any time)
      10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
      Wednesdays (Start at any time)
      5:30 – 6:30
      Center on the Hill
      8855 Germantown Ave.
      Join physical therapist Joanne Fagerstrom in this bone building exercise class that will focus on key strengthening exercises, balance and posture. $10 per class, plus a one-time $10 equipment fee. To register call 267-432-1795

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      10:30 am
      Super Bones Exercise Class Thursdays and Wednesdays
    4. Soul line dancing for beginners
      5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

      Every Thursday night

      5:30-7 p.m.

      The Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill

      8855 Germantown Ave.

      This Soul Line Dancing class will teach you some of the old favorites and newer line dances of today. It is a wonderful way to get moving, lose weight, relieve stress and have loads of fun. Soul Line Dance teacher, Lorraine McClary, has been dancing since 2004 and is proficient in more than 100 dances. Lorraine hopes to share the experience of line dancing with you and others who wish to move, groove, and have fun. $7 per class; pay at the door, but please register ahead of your first time. To register, call Jackie Yorko, 215-247-4654, or e-mail jyorko@chestnuthillpres.org.

       

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      5:30 pm
      Soul line dancing for beginners
  3. Apr
    26
    Fri

    1. Big Blue Marble Storytime
      10:30 am – 11:30 am
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      Categories:
      Kids

      Kids storytime 

      10:30 a.m.

      Big Blue Marble Bookstore

      551 Carpenter Ln.

      Kids storytime every Friday morning. Free

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      10:30 am
      Big Blue Marble Storytime
    2. Folk Dance on Fridays
      1:00 pm – 2:15 pm
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      Categories:
      Music

      Friday afternoons
      1 p.m.
      Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill
      8855 Germantown Ave.
      Come to Folk Dance on Fridays and make new friends and get some exercise while learning ethnic folk dances from Israel, Greece, France, Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia and more. Beautiful music and congenial company. No prior experience and no partner needed. Wear comfortable clothing.
      We dance weekly year-round except for cancellations announced in advance in case of weather, holidays, etc. Instruction is by Bill Wadlinger, with occasional guest teachers–and occasional live music. Tons of free parking behind the church. Come and try it out. Cost is $7. Your first visit is free.

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      1:00 pm
      Folk Dance on Fridays
    3. Teen Center Open Friday nights
      7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

      Teen Center

      105 Bethlehem Pike

      The Teen Center located directly across from the Chestnut Hill East Train station is open every Friday night from 7:30 to 10:30 pm for 12-15 year olds. The Teen Center is now open for High School Students on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month from 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm. The Center is staffed by a young adult who has his/her clearances. Special Events include: Games, Movies, Drumming, Nintendo Wii, Live music and Open Mic nights. Some Fridays are just TGIF nights to hang with friends. There is free access to the Teen Center with a $25 yearly membership. All teens are admitted with a $5 guest fee charge.

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      7:30 pm
      Teen Center Open Friday nights
    4. Public Skate at Wissahickon Skating Club
      8:30 pm – 10:30 pm
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      Categories:
      Kids

      8:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.
      Wissahickon Skating Club
      550 W. Willow Grove Ave.

      Wissahickon Skating Club will be holding an open public skate time for those interested in taking to the ice. Admission is $9 and skate rentals are $3. Visit http://www.wissskating.com for more information.

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      8:30 pm
      Public Skate at Wissahickon Skating Club
  4. Apr
    27
    Sat

    1. Tap for Adults
      11:30 am – 12:30 pm

      Learn to Tap Dance

      Instructor: Timothy Yue

      Sundays on going (must register)

      11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

      Allens Art Center

      601 West Allen Lane

      Develop your rhythmic skills with Philadelphia low, fast hoofing, which was created on the city’s streets in the 1930s. This session we’ll focus on great classic tap pieces from the Legendary LaVaughn Robinson, and blues from Howlin’ Wolf. Especially useful for musicians. (Tap shoes required.)

      Classes run continously throughout the year. Please contact the instructor to make arrangements for registration at timothytapdancing@gmail.com. Cost: $50 per month.

       

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      11:30 am
      Tap for Adults
    2. Open Guided Tour at the Morris Arboretum
      2:00 pm – 3:00 pm


      p.m.

      Morris Arboretum

      100 E. Northwestern Ave.

      There will be a portion of time for a free guided tour of the Morris Arboretum on Saturday afternoon, with the emphasis being determined by the various interests of those touring. Each tour is designed specifically to highlight a particular section of the arboretum, however, there is no itinerary. It is recommended that those who are touring for the first time select the general tour of the arboretum to get an over-all idea of what the gardens have to offer. This event is free with regular admission. For more information about the Morris Arboretum go to www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/index.shtml

      http://www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/index.shtml

       

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      2:00 pm
      Open Guided Tour at the Morris Arboretum
  5. Apr
    28
    Sun

    1. Yoga Basics at Chestnut Hill Yoga
      10:00 am – 11:15 am

      Yoga Basics (classes run continuously throughout the year and are subject to change)
      10 – 11:15 a.m.
      Chestnut Hill Yoga
      15 W. Highland Ave. (above Valley Green Bank)
      Learn the basics of yoga in a relaxed atmosphere. For more information call 215-200-4868 or go to chestnuthillyoga.com

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      10:00 am
      Yoga Basics at Chestnut Hill Yoga
    2. Tap for Adults
      11:30 am – 12:30 pm

      Sunday, Feb. 10 (classes run throughout the year)
      Instructor: Timothy Yue
      11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
      Allens Art Center
      601 West Allens Lane
      Develop your rhythmic skills with Philadelphia low, fast hoofing, which was created on the city’s streets in the 1930s. This session we’ll focus on great classic tap pieces from the Legendary LaVaughn Robinson, and blues from Howlin’ Wolf. (Tap shoes required.) Classes run continuously throughout the year. Please contact the instructor to make arrangements for registration at timothytapdancing@gmail.com. Or call 215-248-0546. Cost: $50 per month.

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      11:30 am
      Tap for Adults
    3. Guided tour of Morris Arboretum
      2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

      Every Sunday 

      2 p.m.

      Morris Arboretum

      100 E. Northwestern Ave.

      There will be a portion of time for a free guided tour of the Morris Arboretum on Saturday afternoon, with the emphasis being determined by the various interests of those touring. Each tour is designed specifically to highlight a particular section of the arboretum, however, there is no itinerary. It is recommended that those who are touring for the first time select the general tour of the arboretum to get an over-all idea of what the gardens have to offer. This event is free with regular admission. For more information about the Morris Arboretum go to www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/index.shtml

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      2:00 pm
      Guided tour of Morris Arboretum
  6. Apr
    29
    Mon

    1. Urban Athletics Fitness Class
      9:00 am – 10:00 am

      Every Monday 

      9 a.m.

      Urban Athlete

      7112 Germantown Ave.

      The Urban Athletics classes are a 45 minute high-intensity blend of bodyweight exercises, speed and agility training, dumbbell & kettlebell training and more. Each class is lead by an instructor, taking you through your workout step-by-step, just like personal training without the added cost. This way you don’t have to worry about what you’re workout will be each day, nor do you have to question if you’re doing an exercise incorrectly. There is always a coach on staff to lead you through each workout. The cost is $20.

       

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      9:00 am
      Urban Athletics Fitness Class
    2. Sketching and drawing class
      9:30 am – 11:30 am

      Mondays, start at any time.
      9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
      Center on the Hill, 8855 Germantown Ave.

      Enjoy sketching in a relaxed class. A variety of mediums will be demonstrated such as charcoal, pencil, pastels, pen and ink. Still lifes and photographs will be used for inspiration. All abilities are welcome. Instructor Alex Forbes has been teaching for the Chestnut Hill Center for Enrichment for the past 16 years. $32 per month. To register, call Jackie Yorko (215-247-4654) or email jyorko@chestnuthillpres.org.

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      9:30 am
      Sketching and drawing class
  7. Apr
    30
    Tue

    1. Zumba
      7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

      Get in shape with Zumba

      7:30 p.m.

      Watertower Recreation Center

      209 East Hartwell Lane

      Cost is $5 per class. Start anytime. For more information call 215-685-9296.

       

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      7:30 pm
      Zumba
    2. Ping-Pong at Earth Bread and Brewery
      9:00 pm – 11:45 pm

      Ping-Pong every Tuesday

      9 p.m.- 12 a.m.

      Earth Bread and Brewery

      7136 Germantown Ave.

      Earth Bread and Brewery will be hosting a night of fun and ping-pong at their place on Germantown Avenue in Mt. Airy. People of all skill sets and ages are encouraged to come play all night. Games will be absolutely free. Visit http://www.earthbreadbrewery.com/events.html for more information. Table Tennis every Tuesday night.

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      9:00 pm
      Ping-Pong at Earth Bread and Brewery
  8. May
    1
    Wed

    1. Chestnut Hill Annual Home & Garden
      10:00 am – 4:45 pm

      Chestnut Hill Annual Home & Garden Festival
      11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
      Germantown Avenue in Chestnut Hill blossoms into an outdoor garden marketplace on Sunday.
      Don’t miss a wide selection of tomato plants and flower seedlings, lush orchids, hanging baskets and garden sculptures, home design, hand-made furniture, quilts, jewelry, art & collectibles. Come check out Eco Alley, featuring more than 20 vendors offering sustainable products from organic plants to electric bikes…all thanks to GRINCH (Green in Chestnut Hill). Enjoy live music, games and giveaways by B101 Radio, A display of the latest car models by Subaru, Presenting Sponsor of the Festival. There will be yoga for children, amusement rides, face painting and arts & crafts activities for kids, Al fresco dining and festival fun up and down Germantown Avenue with delicious offerings from the restaurants of Chestnut Hill. The festival is free and $5 all-day parking is available in several of Chestnut Hill’s lots. The rain date is S

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      10:00 am
      Chestnut Hill Annual Home & Garden
    2. Mt. Airy’s Outdoor Community Drum Circle
      1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

      1st Sundays May-October
      1 – 3 p.m.
      6945 Germantown Ave. (Lovett Library Garden).

      Bring a chair, bring a drum, bring a friend, join the fun. All instruments are welcome. Sponsored by Community Acupuncture of Mt. Airy (CAMA). Free and open to all. Ron Kravitz of Music in the Moment: 215-233-0777.

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      1:00 pm
      Mt. Airy’s Outdoor Community Drum Circle
    3. Wednesday Evening Group Run
      6:15 pm – 7:15 pm
      Read more
      Categories:
      Other

      Born to Run-Lafayette Hill

      6:15p.m.

      428 Germantown Pike

      All are experience levels and abilities are welcome for a relaxed and friendly group run, starting from to Born to Run Lafayette Hill! The event is free for all. Contact 1-610-828-4781 for more information. 

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      6:15 pm
      Wednesday Evening Group Run
  9. May
    2
    Thu

    1. Yoga at The Cedars House
      9:00 am – 10:15 am

      Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013 (Every Thursday)
      9 a.m.
      The Cedars House
      200 W. Northwestern Ave.
      Amanda teaches an intentional vinyasa style yoga class that links breath with movement. All levels and yoga experience are welcome, as each class will offer something for everyone, allowing you to explore your physical body, expand your awareness, and find a place of peace. If weather does not permit outdoor practice, call 215-242-3121 to reserve your space. Cost $12.

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      9:00 am
      Yoga at The Cedars House
    2. Scrabble
      10:00 am – 12:00 pm
      Read more
      Categories:
      Other

      Every Thursday

      10 a.m. to noon

      Chestnut Hill Center for Enrichment

      8431 Germantown Ave.

      New and experienced players welcome. The Center has 3 Scrabble boards and refreshments. Play every week or when you can. Games are $1 to play.

       

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      10:00 am
      Scrabble
    3. Super Bones Exercise Class Thursdays and Wednesdays
      10:30 am – 11:30 am

      Thursday (Start at any time)
      10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
      Wednesdays (Start at any time)
      5:30 – 6:30
      Center on the Hill
      8855 Germantown Ave.
      Join physical therapist Joanne Fagerstrom in this bone building exercise class that will focus on key strengthening exercises, balance and posture. $10 per class, plus a one-time $10 equipment fee. To register call 267-432-1795

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      10:30 am
      Super Bones Exercise Class Thursdays and Wednesdays
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