Are you new to Reading? Then you are invited to Reading's New Resident Open House! Come to the library on October 18 to meet representatives from town government, schools, youth groups, community, and religious organizations, learn about services, programs, and events in Reading, and enjoy refreshments while you mingle with other new residents The first […]
This virtual webinar will cover the ways that our digital lives—including app use, social media, purchases, GPS data and more—expose information about our reproductive choices. Participants will learn how to map out their own personal risk profile and will leave with strategies to protect themselves from having their personal information weaponized against them, as well […]
Do you know about Mystic Valley Elder Services? Their mission is to make it possible for older adults to live independently in their own homes for as long as possible and as safely as possible. They offer a variety of services for older adults and caregivers too. We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that […]
Join the Reading Public Library and the Pleasant Street Center for a special screening of Cycle of Memory, the new award-winning documentary about two brothers' bicycle adventure to find the memories their grandfather lost to Alzheimer's. Mel Schwartz escaped the Great Depression on a bicycle adventure he’d remember for the rest of his life. But […]
Travel the world without leaving your house! Around the World in 80 Days is our winter reading program for kids and families. Pick up your reading passport, decide where you want to visit, and start reading! This program is for all ages and is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Reading Public Library. The […]
Krissy McKeeman is back! And this time She's bringing some friends. During each session in this three part series, an expert from Mystic Valley Elder Services will come with Krissy to teach about a specific topic such as avoiding scams, and tech troubleshooting. They will also talk about services that MVES offers to help in […]
Join our creative writing group TBW: To Be Written Teens in grades 8-12 will participate in creative writing exercises and hands on activities. Meetings are held once a month on Wednesday at 3:30pm. January 11th - Blackout Poetry February 8th - Found Poems March 8th - Three Spread Book Register using the link below.
We all seek meaningful relationships and opportunities for growth and progress in our lives. Adults with developmental disabilities including ASD and I/DD also benefit from the opportunity to express themselves and be heard and understood. This series of programs is designed for adults ages 22+ with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and intellectual and […]
The RPL Book Group is a participant-run adult book discussion group that meets to discuss a broad range of book selections, both fiction and nonfiction. January's featured book is Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell. Join the discussion by registering using the provided link: https://libcal.readingpl.org/event/9467881
Krissy McKeeman is back! And this time She's bringing some friends. During each session in this three part series, an expert from Mystic Valley Elder Services will come with Krissy to teach about a specific topic such as avoiding scams, and tech troubleshooting. They will also talk about services that MVES offers to help in […]
You've learned all about birds, but do you want to learn more about birds? And share some of your knowledge too? You’re in duck (luck)! Novice birders and experts alike are welcome to attend RPL’s casual Bird Meetups with Dave Williams every other month. These will be informal gatherings where bird-loving folk can gather to […]
We all seek meaningful relationships and opportunities for growth and progress in our lives. Adults with developmental disabilities including ASD and I/DD also benefit from the opportunity to express themselves and be heard and understood. This series of programs is designed for adults ages 22+ with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and intellectual and […]
