BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Recapping Everything in Reading, MA - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.readingrecap.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Recapping Everything in Reading, MA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T190000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20250806T141234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T004341Z UID:10000844-1761670800-1761678000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŖ§ Connected Reading: An Open House for Our Community DESCRIPTION:Hello Reading!\nWhether youā€™re a new resident\, remember the days of The Atlantic\, or arrived sometime in-between\, you are welcome to Connected Reading: An Open House for Our Community!\nHeld on Tuesday October 28th from 5pm-7pm at the Reading Public Library\, join us to:ā€¢ Meet Representatives from town government and volunteer-led committees\, schools\, youth & faith-based groups\, and community organizations ā€¢ Discover Readingā€™s many resources\, services\, programs\, and events.ā€¢ Enjoy refreshments and mingle with your neighbors!ā€¢ The first 50 attendees will receive a welcome bag filled with information and gifts from local businesses (one welcome bag per family\, please!) URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%aa%a7-connected-reading-an-open-house-for-our-community/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library,Town Government ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/528040137_1170620925090829_7167967875073987790_n.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T150000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20250729T135526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T135526Z UID:10000839-1755950400-1755961200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ—£ļø Reading Voices: Tell Your Story\, LIVE! Share your writing or personal story with the community DESCRIPTION:Everyone has a story to tell ā€“ whatā€™s yours? Take your writing or personal experience from page to stage and tell us out loud in a Moth-style live community storytelling event.\nWrite it\, read it\, speak it.\nAre you a writer who wants to share your work with a live audience?\nHave a compelling personal story to tell? \nJoin fellow Reading residents for Reading Voices: Tell Your Story\, a LIVE\, open-mic style event\, Saturday\, August 23\, 12-3 pm.\nRegistration is required to present\, but not to attend.\nRegistration for presenters opens July 25. CALL TO SIGN UP: 781-942-6703 URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%97%a3%ef%b8%8f-reading-voices-tell-your-story-live-share-your-writing-or-personal-story-with-the-community/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Reading-Public-Library1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T110000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20250721T182731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T182809Z UID:10000837-1755165600-1755169200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸš² Family Bike Rally DESCRIPTION:Get ready to roll! Come decorate your bike and brush up on your bike safety before joining us for a fun bike parade. This event is rain or shine! URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%9a%b2-family-bike-rally/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/RPL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T090000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20250730T011618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T011618Z UID:10000840-1754983800-1754989200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸš’ Annual Vehicle Day DESCRIPTION:Our annual touch-a-truck event for all ages! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nItā€™s the 26th annual Vehicle Day at the Reading Public Library! Join your childrenā€™s librarians in the library parking lot for some bright & early touch-a-truck fun. This event is rain or shine. \nMany thanks to our program partnersā€“the Reading Police department\, the Reading Fire department\, the Reading Municipal Light department\, and\, of course\, the Friends of the Reading Public Library! URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%9a%92-annual-vehicle-day/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Vehicle_Day_slide_Facebook_Ad_.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20250722T192734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T192734Z UID:10000838-1753779600-1753808400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ§ø Stuffed Animal Sleepover at Reading Public Library DESCRIPTION:Drop off your stuffie to spend the night!\nKids ages 4-6 can come by between 9am-5pm on Tuesday July 29 and drop off a stuffed animal to spend the night! Follow along on all of the sleepover fun by watching our Instagram stories Tuesday night. Stuffed animals can be picked up starting the following morning. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%a7%b8-stuffed-animal-sleepover-at-reading-public-library/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Reading-Public-Library1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20250219T171205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T171206Z UID:10000771-1740508200-1740513600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ§  Black History Trivia Night DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday February 25\, 6:30 pm for an evening of Black history trivia at the Reading Public Library Studio and for the unveiling of a Harriet Tubman portrait painted by Readingā€™s own\, Rob Surette. There will be prizes for the trivia winners! URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%a7%a0-black-history-trivia-night/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Trivia.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240422T222926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T222926Z UID:10000678-1714914000-1714928400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ” Friends of the Reading Public Library House Tour DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Reading Public Library are excited to announce the return of the Friendsā€™ House Tour\, May 5\, 2024! This is our longest running fundraising event\, last held in 2018. The 2024 Tour features several beautiful and unique homes of Reading. Eight generous homeowners have opened their homes to support the Reading Public Library. Take note of the details each has incorporated to make their home special. Many have extended their vision outside as well.\nTicket booklets are $25 per person and available at the Reading Library\, and at Whitelam Books. Ticket booklets are $30 on the day of the tour.\nThanks to our many generous sponsoring advertisers and ticket sales\, this is our biggest fundraiser\, supporting many\, many programs at the library throughout the year.\nFor more Friends information visit friendsofreadingpl.org URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8f%a1-friends-of-the-reading-public-library-house-tour/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/House_Tour_Flyer_8.5x11_2024-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Reading Public Library":MAILTO:friendsofRPL1@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T190000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240417T020702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T020703Z UID:10000675-1714068000-1714071600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:āœļø How to Write Great College Essays (In Person) DESCRIPTION:Unpack the secrets to writing effective college essays IN-PERSON with Collegewiseā€™s expert counselor\, Lizzie Leonard! \nPerfecting the personal statement or brainstorming the supplemental essays can be a daunting task\, especially when students apply to multiple colleges. Our experts are sharing their top approaches to essay writing and how students can take their essay writing to the next level. \nThis essay writing webinar will share insight on:\n* The personal statement and supplemental essays\n* How to approach writing each essay\n* Strategic advice on essay writing that impresses colleges\n* What to avoid in college application essays \nOur presenter will be in-person to answer these questions (and more!) so save your spot to discover the secret sauce to strong essay writing.\nRegister using the link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%e2%9c%8d%ef%b8%8f-how-to-write-great-college-essays-in-person/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/FB-Admission-1011.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T180000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240309T032903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T032903Z UID:10000654-1711548000-1711562400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ“½ļø March Matinees: The Stratford Festival\, Ontario\, Canada. "Merry Wives of Windsor" DESCRIPTION:If you have preconceptions of Shakespearean productions as featuring men in tights whose necks are festooned with uncomfortable-looking Elizabethan ruffs\, throw them away!! There are few theatrical companies on the planet who produce Shakespeareā€™s plays with the panache and gusto of Ontarioā€™s Stratford Festival. This version of Merry Wives of Windsor sets the 400+ year old play in the 1950s. \nJoin us for this final iteration of March Matinees: it may well change your idea of what an afternoon with The Bard can be! URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%bd%ef%b8%8f-march-matinees-the-stratford-festival-ontario-canada-merry-wives-of-windsor-2/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Entertainment,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FB-Event-March-Matinees-1-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240325T190000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240313T190336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T190336Z UID:10000663-1711389600-1711393200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ“ In Person: College Admission and Creative Summer Planning DESCRIPTION:Unpack the secrets to college admissions and creative summer planning IN-PERSON with Collegewiseā€™s expert counselor\, Lizzie Leonard!\nWeā€™ll help answer the following questions: \nHow should you be spending your high school summers?\nDoes attending a universityā€™s pre-college summer program really help you get in?\nWhat programs (if any) are worth spending your money on? \nOur presenter will be in-person to answer these questions (and more!) so you can leave with clear steps to help you craft your own perfect summer schedule. \nTo attend\, please register using the link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%9d-in-person-college-admission-and-creative-summer-planning/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FB-Admission-101.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240305T013523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T013523Z UID:10000651-1710788400-1710792000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽ¶ Celtic Music Concert with Ulster Landing DESCRIPTION:Boston-based group Ulster Landing specializes in traditional folk music of the Celtic regions including Ireland\, Scotland\, Brittany\, and Cornwall. Its musicians bring a great diversity of styles together into a delightful blend perfectly suited to St. Patrickā€™s Day celebrations (and even the day after St. Patrickā€™s Day!). Youā€™ll hear music ranging from beautiful Scottish airs to toe-tapping Irish reels\, trancelike Breton tunes to the energetic ā€œcrookedā€ dances of Cornwall. Join us and get ready to for a panoply of lovely melodies\, roaring rhythms and all around good cheer! URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b6-celtic-music-concert-with-ulster-landing/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Music,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FB-Event-Ulster-Landing-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240317T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240317T150000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240305T010452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T010452Z UID:10000650-1710684000-1710687600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽ¶ Creative Arts Sunday Concert Series: Global Harmony (rescheduled) DESCRIPTION:Join us for a journey into the diverse rhythms and melodies from around the world with musician Roald Wilson. Roald is certified in World Music Pedagogy by the Smithsonian Institution and is known for his diversity of musical interests. \nEnjoy a program of surprise and delight as Roald plays a selection of his extraordinary collection of world instruments. Global Harmony will be a unique and fun experience where music transcends borders and cultures\, telling the story of humanityā€™s vibrant diversity. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b6-creative-arts-sunday-concert-series-global-harmony-rescheduled/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Music,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FB-Event-Re-Scheduled-Global-Harmony.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240305T013439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T013439Z UID:10000652-1710338400-1710349200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽžļø March Matinees: Original Theatre\, Suffolk England "Being Mr. Wickham" DESCRIPTION:If you have ever wondered what became of the dastardly character of George Wickham from Pride and Prejudice\, this streamed theatrical production from Suffolk England will satisfy your curiosity! Starring Adrian Lukis (who played George Wickham in the 1995 BBC television adaptation) ā€œBeing Mr. Wickham\,ā€ picks up Georgeā€™s story thirty years after the end of Jane Austenā€™s fabled tale. Is he still married to Lydia? Whatā€™s happening to the extended family in Pemberly and beyond? Join us to find out! \nThe Original Theatre Company is devoted to making ā€œtheatre that thrills\, excites and engages audiences.ā€ Its touring productions have graced stages all over the UK and in the US since 2004. It is recognized as one of the leading digital theatre producers in the UK\, and was awarded a Critics Circle Theatre Award for exceptional theatre-making during COVIDā€™s lockdowns. \nMarch Matinees is a midday Spring series where we broadcast live-on-tape productions from English-speaking theatres near and far. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%9e%ef%b8%8f-march-matinees-original-theatre-suffolk-england-being-mr-wickham/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FB-Event-March-Matinees-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T203000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240302T233250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T233250Z UID:10000648-1710270000-1710275400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ“½ļø "Kiss the Ground" Documentary Film Presentation DESCRIPTION:Join the Reading Public Library in partnership with the Town of Reading Climate Advisory Committee for a community screening of ā€œKiss the Ground\,ā€ a star-studded\, award-winning documentary about about how regenerating the worldā€™s soils has the potential to rapidly stabilize Earthā€™s climate\, restore lost ecosystems\, and create abundant food supplies\, and how you can be part of positive change for a healthier future. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%bd%ef%b8%8f-kiss-the-ground-documentary-film-presentation/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FB-Event-Kiss-the-Ground-Newsleter.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240302T233155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T233155Z UID:10000647-1709733600-1709744400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ“½ļø March Matinees: The MINT Theatre\, New York\, NY "Becomes a Woman" DESCRIPTION:We kick off our March Matinees with Betty Smithā€™s (yes\, that Betty Smith\, author of the1943 classic novel A Tree Grows in Brooklyn) 1931 drama\, ā€˜Becomes a Woman\,ā€™ produced by New York Cityā€™s Mint Theatre Company. March Matinees is a midday Spring series where we broadcast live-on-tape productions from English-speaking theatres near and far. \nā€œBecomes a Womanā€ tells the story of Francie Nolan (same name\, not the same character) as she works at a local five and dime store in Brooklyn\, struggling for autonomy from the men in her life\, making the transition from a naive girl to a woman. \nFor further information\, visit the library link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%bd%ef%b8%8f-march-matinees-the-mint-theatre-new-york-ny-becomes-a-woman/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FB-Event-March-Matinees-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T190000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240212T193411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T193411Z UID:10000640-1709229600-1709233200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŒ Virtual: Admission 101 DESCRIPTION:Join us for this virtual event. Weā€™ll discuss grades\, test scores\, activities\, and everything else colleges evaluate. Attendees will get straight answers about what college admissions committees really look for and how they ultimately decide who gets in. \nJoin us toā€¦\nGo through the process from start to finish\nHear strategic advice on building strong applications with a focus on academics\, extracurriculars\, and essays\nLearn the truth about what admissions officers value from applicants \nRegistration is required. Use the link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8c%90-virtual-admission-101/ LOCATION:Online / Reading Public Library CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FB-Admission-101.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240226T203000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240212T193542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T193542Z UID:10000639-1708974000-1708979400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:āš½ International Soccer Grannies Author Event\, with Jean Duffy DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of conversation with Reading residents Kathy Kelly and Robyn Parker as they welcome Jean Duffy\, author of Soccer Grannies: The South African Women Who Inspire the World. \nJean will discuss her book\, which explores how a group of grandmothers in rural South Africa defied social convention by creating soccer teams for socialization and health benefits\, ultimately wowing the world. All three women will talk about how they came to the sport later in life and their connection with South Africaā€™s legendary Soccer Grannies. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%e2%9a%bd-international-soccer-grannies-author-event-with-jean-duffy/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FB-Int-Soccer-Grannies-Facebook-Ad.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T150000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240214T171050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T171050Z UID:10000641-1708869600-1708873200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽ¶ Creative Arts Sunday Concert Series: World Musical Instruments DESCRIPTION:Music is a truly universal languageā€“ it can be experienced on every corner of the earth\, and is wholly unconcerned with boundaries of place or time. Join us for an afternoon with educator and multi-instrumentalist Roald Wilson\, who will astonish you by performing on a variety of instruments from his intercontinental collection. \nFurther information can be found using the link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b6-creative-arts-sunday-concert-series-world-musical-instruments/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Music,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/RPL-Creative-Arts-Music-Sundays-1200-x-628-px2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T150000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240214T171814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T171814Z UID:10000642-1708520400-1708527600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ§± Teen Meet Up: Modeling Clay DESCRIPTION:Itā€™s February Vacation! \nLooking for something to do? Come to the Teen Room and join us for a fun activity with modeling clay!\nTeens will be able to create their own designs out of modeling clay to take home. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%a7%b1-teen-meet-up-modeling-clay/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FB-Teen-Meet-Ups-Facebook-Ad-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T210000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240129T001312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T001312Z UID:10000619-1708023600-1708030800@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ€ The Life and Legacy of Bill Russell DESCRIPTION:Two very special events highlight the life and legacy of Bill Russell on February 13 & 15 at the Reading Public Library. \nReading Public Library (RPL)\, Reading\, MAā€”The library and CATO ā€“ The Coalition of Us are pleased to host a special screening of Part Two of the documentary\, Bill Russell: Legend. Come to the Community Room on Tuesday\, February 13\, and get to know the man with ā€œmore rings than fingersā€ who was a legend on and off the Gardenā€™s parquet floor. Russell was a resident of Reading in the 1960s and his experience in the town was difficult. While many things have changed since then\, Reading residents are still grappling with recurring issues around equity and inclusion today. \nThen on Thursday\, February 15\, join CATO for Charting a Way Forward for an Equitable and Inclusive Reading\, a panel and audience discussion on Bill Russellā€™s experience and legacy in Reading. This program will bring together a group of Readingā€™s community members and leaders to share their stories and engage in meaningful dialogue about what honoring Bill Russellā€™s legacy in Reading means today. Throughout the discussions we will generate an understanding of how we can build a stronger and more inclusive Reading community. \nFor more information visit:\nScreening | February 13 | 700pm | https://libcal.readingpl.org/event/11950666\nConversation | February 15 | 700pm | https://libcal.readingpl.org/event/11282944\nCATO ā€“ The Coalition of Us | https://www.catothecoalitionofus.org/ URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8f%80-the-life-and-legacy-of-bill-russell/2024-02-15/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Bill-Russel-Screening.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T210000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240129T001312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T001312Z UID:10000618-1707850800-1707858000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ€ The Life and Legacy of Bill Russell DESCRIPTION:Two very special events highlight the life and legacy of Bill Russell on February 13 & 15 at the Reading Public Library. \nReading Public Library (RPL)\, Reading\, MAā€”The library and CATO ā€“ The Coalition of Us are pleased to host a special screening of Part Two of the documentary\, Bill Russell: Legend. Come to the Community Room on Tuesday\, February 13\, and get to know the man with ā€œmore rings than fingersā€ who was a legend on and off the Gardenā€™s parquet floor. Russell was a resident of Reading in the 1960s and his experience in the town was difficult. While many things have changed since then\, Reading residents are still grappling with recurring issues around equity and inclusion today. \nThen on Thursday\, February 15\, join CATO for Charting a Way Forward for an Equitable and Inclusive Reading\, a panel and audience discussion on Bill Russellā€™s experience and legacy in Reading. This program will bring together a group of Readingā€™s community members and leaders to share their stories and engage in meaningful dialogue about what honoring Bill Russellā€™s legacy in Reading means today. Throughout the discussions we will generate an understanding of how we can build a stronger and more inclusive Reading community. \nFor more information visit:\nScreening | February 13 | 700pm | https://libcal.readingpl.org/event/11950666\nConversation | February 15 | 700pm | https://libcal.readingpl.org/event/11282944\nCATO ā€“ The Coalition of Us | https://www.catothecoalitionofus.org/ URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8f%80-the-life-and-legacy-of-bill-russell/2024-02-13/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Bill-Russel-Screening.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T190000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240208T163619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T163619Z UID:10000633-1707415200-1707418800@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ“— Teen Meet Up: Book Group Teen Meet Up: Book Group DESCRIPTION:Looking for a place to share what youā€™re reading\, get book recommendations\, and meet up with friends? Then join our book group!\nTeens in grades 7-12 are welcome to join our casual book discussion group where theyā€™ll be able to share what they reading\, get recommendations from their peers\, and ideas from the Teen Librarian.\nHot cocoa\, snacks\, and pizza will be provided! URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%97-teen-meet-up-book-group-teen-meet-up-book-group/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FB-Teen-Meet-Ups-Facebook-Ad.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240121T150000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20240118T004238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T004238Z UID:10000615-1705845600-1705849200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:Creative Arts Sunday Concert Series: Great American Standards DESCRIPTION:The Reading Public Library invites music lovers to spend an afternoon with vocalist Janet Pohli. An instructor at Creative Arts\, Janet is a Soprano Soloist for the Catholic Dioceses throughout Eastern Massachusetts\, the Nahant Village Church\, Christian Science Church in Lynn-Swampscott\, and in Longmeadow-Springfield. Janet has appeared locally in theatrical productions of Nunsense\, Guys and Dolls and Passion. At Creative Arts\, Janet teaches Private Voice\, Choral Ensemble\, Audition Preparation\, Sight-Singing 101\, Movement for Actors and Learn to Read Music.\nSinging many of your old favorites\, Janet will be accompanied by fellow Creative Arts instructor Jeongweon (John) Lee. \nNo registration required. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/creative-arts-sunday-concert-series-great-american-standards/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Music,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/RPL-Creative-Arts-Music-Sundays-1200-x-628-px1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20231211T173026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T173026Z UID:10000601-1702998000-1703005200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ§µ Teen Meet Up: True Colors DESCRIPTION:Come to the Teen Room for activities\, adventure\, and fun! \nThis month teens will create their own mixed media frame. We will use scraps from magazines\, books\, ribbons\, and pipe cleaners to weave through string. Those who want to can hang their finished pieces up on our art wall in the Teen Room or they can take them home. \nOpen to all LGBTQIA+ teens and allies. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%a7%b5-teen-meet-up-true-colors/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Entertainment,Music,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/FB-Event-Dec-Teen-Meet-Ups-1200-x-628-px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T140000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20231130T192339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T192339Z UID:10000598-1702731600-1702735200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ““ Small Steps and Slight Shifts in 2024 DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about where youā€™d like to be in 2024? Donā€™t wait until the New Year to thrive and flourish. During this program\, participants will have the opportunity to evaluate where they are now\, and learn how small steps and slight shifts in perspective and behaviors can bring desired outcomes. Participants are encouraged to bring a journal and writing utensil to the program (but this is not required). This program will be presented by Reading resident and dynamic educator Lori Lambert-Osburn. \nThis event is free. Registration is suggested. Visit the library website for further information. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%93-small-steps-and-slight-shifts-in-2024/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/FB-Event-Small-Steps-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T120000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20231101T195928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T195928Z UID:10000567-1702377000-1702382400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:ā˜• PSC Memory Cafe DESCRIPTION:The Pleasant Street Center and the Reading Public Library are partnering to bring social connections to individuals living with a memory impairment & their care partners through the Memory CafĆ©.\nThe cafe takes place on the second Tuesday of every month at the Reading Public Library. For further information or to RSVP\, call Kerry Valle at (781) 942-6659 or Alyse Warren at (781) 942-6693\, at the Pleasant Street Center.\nVisit the library webpage for program dates. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%e2%98%95-psc-memory-cafe/2023-12-12/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/FB-Event-PSC-Memory-Cafe1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20231020T190955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T190955Z UID:10000556-1701972000-1701979200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ  Youth Mental Health First Aid for Parents and Anyone Working/Living With Teens DESCRIPTION:The Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support invites adults to participate in a special course.\nYouth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify\, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. The course will teach you how to apply the MHFA Action Plan including: Assess for risk of suicide or harm\, Listen nonjudgmentally\, Give reassurance and information\, Encourage appropriate professional help and Encourage self-help and other support strategies.\nThe instructors\, Erica McNamara & Krystal Mellonakos-Garay\, are credentialled through the National Council on Mental Wellbeing for Mental Health First Aid USA. Join us for all 4 sessions to become certified as a first aider on November 9\, 16\, 30 and December 7 from 6-8 pm at the Reading Public Library.\nRegistration is required and spaces limited. Attending all 4 sessions is required for participation in this workshop. Visit the library event page (link below) to register. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8f%a0-youth-mental-health-first-aid-for-parents-and-anyone-working-living-with-teens/2023-12-07/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/FB-Event-Youth-MHFA-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T200000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20231130T192544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T192544Z UID:10000597-1701889200-1701892800@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ«– Dr. Fowler Presents: The Tea Is Coming! Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party DESCRIPTION:Dr. William M. Fowler\, Jr.\, Distinguished Professor of History Emeritus at Northeastern University in Boston\, presents the history of the fateful evening of December 16\, 1773\, known as the Boston Tea Party. Hear the subsequent result from Londonā€™s Parliament\, and how the event rallied other American colonists leading to the American Revolution. \nNo registration is required. Visit the library webpage for further information URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%ab%96-dr-fowler-presents-the-tea-is-coming-celebrate-the-250th-anniversary-of-the-boston-tea-party/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/FB-Event-Dr-Fowler1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T120000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20231130T192452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T192452Z UID:10000596-1701860400-1701864000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ–„ļø VIRTUAL EVENT: Getting Started with Libby DESCRIPTION:Join Libby staff experts for a one-hour ā€˜Getting Started with Libbyā€™ webinar. This online class will teach you how to borrow ebooks and e-audiobooks with Libby. It will also help you to understand how Libby differs from the now-decomissioned OverDrive app. From downloading the app and signing in\, to searching and borrowing titles\, placing holds\, adjusting reading settings\, and more\, Libby staff experts will get you started. The session will close with a live Q&A\, enabling you to ask any pressing questions that have puzzled you. If the date and time are inconvenient\, know that a link to the webinar recording will be sent to registrants 24 hours afterwards. \nRegister for this virtual event using the link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-virtual-event-getting-started-with-libby/ LOCATION:Online / Reading Public Library CATEGORIES:Holiday,Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/FB-Event-Libby-training.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T113000 DTSTAMP:20260412T191354 CREATED:20230925T143823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T143823Z UID:10000516-1701424800-1701430200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ—£ļø English Conversation Group DESCRIPTION:Would you like to improve your conversational English skills in a fun\, friendly\, free setting? \nThe English at Large conversation group is for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-12 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays\, idioms\, casual spoken English\, and daily life situations. Registration is required. Sign up through English at Large via the library link below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%97%a3%ef%b8%8f-english-conversation-group/2023-12-01/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-English-Conversation-Group-.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR