A Death Cafe is an opportunity for people to gather, share food and drink, and engage in a group-directed conversation about death. Please note, a Death Cafe is not a grief support group or a counseling session.

Yoga Nidra, “yogic sleep” is the practice of sleep with a trace of awareness. Yoga Nidra leads us into a deep state of consciousness, in which we rest in spacious awareness and presence. It has has been found to ease anxiety, stress, insomnia, chronic pain and the effects of living amidst the demands of this modern world.

This is an all-ages club, so adults and school-age chess players are all welcome. We welcome all skill levels, and some of the most experienced players love to teach. The club provides chess boards and pieces. Those interested in playing timed games are encouraged to bring a check clock. Free for all.

Players under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an adult who remains in the building at all times.

$25 session / $5 drop in

Join the PAC Center, Move Well Physical Therapy, and the Swarthmore Co-Op in a day-long celebration for ALL voters! Show us your “I Voted” sticker, or proof of having voted, and enjoy a community day of free give-aways and a chance to win a wellness prize!

CADES facilitators lead guided games and activities to bring joy and social connection to participants. This group offers much-needed community connections for both individuals living with disabilities and their caregivers. Participation is free and open to all, no registration required.

In honor of November as National Alzheimer's Awareness month, join us in a community conversation about pro-active steps we can take to help maintain and preserve our brain health. Offered in collaboration with the Penn Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, this presentation will offer science-backed tips and lifestyle changes we can incorporate into our daily lives, and close with a Q&A session.

Walk in the footsteps of our Lenape Delaware Indian ancestors! Celebrate Native American Heritage Month, connecting past and present customs in a presentation by Turtle clan descendant Carla Messinger, filled with story, traditional dance, a traveling ‘touch and feel’ exhibit of authentic artifacts, crafting and food tastes in this educational enrichment program for the whole family.

Free: Suggested donation $25 per family / $5 pp

This is an all-ages club, so adults and school-age chess players are all welcome. We welcome all skill levels, and some of the most experienced players love to teach. The club provides chess boards and pieces. Those interested in playing timed games are encouraged to bring a check clock. Free for all.

Players under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an adult who remains in the building at all times.

$25 session / $5 drop in

2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month

Nov 12, Nov 26, Dec 10

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Allison Garfinkel, RN, provides free drop-in support for breastfeeding mothers in the community.

CADES facilitators lead guided games and activities to bring joy and social connection to participants. This group offers much-needed community connections for both individuals living with disabilities and their caregivers. Participation is free and open to all, no registration required.

Join Chester Children’s Chorus Executive and Artistic Director John Alston as he transports through the world of jazz in this lively musical conversation

Tap into the creative energy of our community and join "The Rotary Arts Conversations" a new speaker series featuring in-depth discussions with some of the most talented artists in our area. Tonight’s guest, Zak Berkman

Tickets $10.

Myofascial Release relieves your tension and improve your range of motion with myofascial release! Enjoy 90 minutes of yoga, foam rolling, meditation, and extended relaxation in this workshop designed to leave your muscles and joints with a greater flexibility.

This is an all-ages club, so adults and school-age chess players are all welcome. We welcome all skill levels, and some of the most experienced players love to teach. The club provides chess boards and pieces. Those interested in playing timed games are encouraged to bring a check clock. Free for all.

Players under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an adult who remains in the building at all times.

$25 session / $5 drop in

CADES facilitators lead guided games and activities to bring joy and social connection to participants. This group offers much-needed community connections for both individuals living with disabilities and their caregivers. Participation is free and open to all, no registration required.

The PAC Center will host a good old-fashioned family barn dance with live music, followed by the Bluegrass Band The Hoppin’ Boxcars for adult dancing, kids activities on the lower level and …. Drum roll… a silent (not just ) PIE auction!  There will be fabulous raffle prizes and food, beer and more. All money raised in this fundraiser will help support the daily operations of our beloved community center.

Join Grammy-winner Jason Vieaux, guitar; Dara Morales and Daniel Han violins; Che-Hung Chen, viola; Amy Sue Barston, cello; Phillip O’Banion, castanets for a brilliant presentation of classic and original music.

This is an all-ages club, so adults and school-age chess players are all welcome. We welcome all skill levels, and some of the most experienced players love to teach. The club provides chess boards and pieces. Those interested in playing timed games are encouraged to bring a check clock. Free for all.

Players under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an adult who remains in the building at all times.

$25 session / $5 drop in

2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month

Nov 26, Dec 10

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Allison Garfinkel, RN, provides free drop-in support for breastfeeding mothers in the community.

Yoga Nidra, “yogic sleep” is the practice of sleep with a trace of awareness. Yoga Nidra leads us into a deep state of consciousness, in which we rest in spacious awareness and presence. It has has been found to ease anxiety, stress, insomnia, chronic pain and the effects of living amidst the demands of this modern world.

This is an all-ages club, so adults and school-age chess players are all welcome. We welcome all skill levels, and some of the most experienced players love to teach. The club provides chess boards and pieces. Those interested in playing timed games are encouraged to bring a check clock. Free for all.

Players under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an adult who remains in the building at all times.

$25 session / $5 drop in

Take a break from the holiday hustle, support a very worthy local cause, and treat yourself to a soul-soothing Yuletide Yoga session with PAC yoga teacher and Director of Adult Programs, Mary Thompson. Following our yoga session we’ll enjoy festive mimosas, bagels and scones, preparing us to enjoy the rest of the day. For every person registered, the PAC will donate $5 to the Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County, located in Media, whose mission is to prevent domestic violence and empower victims to move towards self-sufficiency.

The PAC Center invites you to join the Home for the Holidays celebration! With activities for all ages, holiday cheer galore, and tasty snacks too, we can't wait for you to be part of this merry community event!

Take Tammy's beginner Ukrainian egg class! In just two hours she'll teach you the traditional wax-resist method of creating Pysanky eggs. Using beeswax and a writing tool called a kistka, Tammy will guide you step-by-step to decorate your own Easter egg. Pysanky writing has been passed down for generations in Ukrainian culture. Don't miss this fun class to learn this beautiful art form! These workshops will fill up quickly, grab your spot!

Geared toward folks 15 years and up.15 yrs +. Limited seating. $35 includes all supplies.

This is an all-ages club, so adults and school-age chess players are all welcome. We welcome all skill levels, and some of the most experienced players love to teach. The club provides chess boards and pieces. Those interested in playing timed games are encouraged to bring a check clock. Free for all.

Players under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an adult who remains in the building at all times.

$25 session / $5 drop in

2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month

Dec 10

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Allison Garfinkel, RN, provides free drop-in support for breastfeeding mothers in the community.

Join us for a live reading of Sarah Ruhl’s Dear Elizabeth: A Play in Letters from Elizabeth Bishop to Robert Lowell and Back Again.

This reading will support the United Academics of Philadelphia’s Solidarity Fund, which addresses needs and financial burdens arising from emergency hardship. All proceeds contributed will go to the Solidarity Fund and be earmarked for UArts Union Faculty and Staff.  

A welcoming jam for those who want to play bluegrass style music. Novices to seasoned players should bring their fiddles, banjos, mandolins, guitars, or other instruments. Listeners and BYOB welcome. Free for all. Hosted by Adam Silverman.

Myofascial Release relieves your tension and improve your range of motion with myofascial release! Enjoy 90 minutes of yoga, foam rolling, meditation, and extended relaxation in this workshop designed to leave your muscles and joints with a greater flexibility.

Join us for a cozy and delightful afternoon tea. Indulge in seasonal delicacies lovingly prepared by our friends at The Inn at Swarthmore. Savor exquisite tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and homemade cookies - the perfect way to unwind during this festive time of year.  Two Seatings.

Sound Meditation, also known as a Sound Bath, utilizes the therapeutic application of sound frequencies and vibrations to provide a powerful and gentle way to shift consciousness and enhance well-being. It is an opportunity to embrace mindful practices and reconnect with our inner selves.

This is an all-ages club, so adults and school-age chess players are all welcome. We welcome all skill levels, and some of the most experienced players love to teach. The club provides chess boards and pieces. Those interested in playing timed games are encouraged to bring a check clock. Free for all.

Players under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an adult who remains in the building at all times.

$25 session / $5 drop in

A welcoming jam for those who want to play bluegrass style music. Novices to seasoned players should bring their fiddles, banjos, mandolins, guitars, or other instruments. Listeners and BYOB welcome. Free for all. Hosted by Adam Silverman.

Sound Meditation, also known as a Sound Bath, utilizes the therapeutic application of sound frequencies and vibrations to provide a powerful and gentle way to shift consciousness and enhance well-being. It is an opportunity to embrace mindful practices and reconnect with our inner selves.

Myofascial Release relieves your tension and improve your range of motion with myofascial release! Enjoy 90 minutes of yoga, foam rolling, meditation, and extended relaxation in this workshop designed to leave your muscles and joints with a greater flexibility.

Marc Rovetti and Dara Morales, violins; Charles Abramovic, harpsichord; Amy Sue Barston, cello. Baroque chamber music with an inclusive performance of J.S. Bach’s ebullient Double Concerto, in which all members of our community who play violin, viola, or cello are invited to join in and perform alongside our featured performers.