🥡 RCTV Fundraiser at Mandarin
2025-10-17 11:30 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Mandarin, 296 Salem Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
RCTV is inviting the community to join them for a special fundraising night at Mandarin Reading on Friday, October 17, 2025. Guests can enjoy a delicious meal while supporting local community television.
A portion of the evening’s proceeds will directly benefit RCTV, helping the station continue to provide programming, educational opportunities, and community coverage for Reading residents.
“We’re excited to partner with Mandarin Reading for this event,” said Philip Rushworth, Exeuctive Director of RCTV. “It’s a great way to bring people together, enjoy wonderful food, and support community media.”
The event is open to all, and takeout orders are also included in the fundraiser.
Can’t attend and want to support RCTV? Become a member or donate using this link.
For more information, visit rctv.org.
Coupon Benefit RCTV

🌿 Town Forest Buckthorn Pull
2025-10-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Town Forest (Strout Ave), Strout Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
“Do you love the Town Forest?
Help protect the environment at a volunteer event to remove Glossy Buckthorn, an invasive species!
Invasive species cause ecological damage. They outcompete native plants and provide no value to native animals, birds, and insects.
Pulling buckthorn is easy and rewarding! This event is open to people of ALL AGES. October 18th from 9am – 1pm.
Remember to bring: Long pants, Long shirt, Work gloves, Bug spray, Water
Leave at home: Power tools, herbicides, or chemicals – leave that to the professionals!
Signups are in 1 hour blocks – feel free to sign up for as little or as much of the day as you’d like!
This work will be rain or shine (except in the event of dangerous weather).”
Location:
Drive down Strout Ave and enter the compost area. Go straight up the hill and park in the upper lot.
Volunteers and signage will lead you to the worksite, which is at the intersection of Fire Road 4 and 7 (a 5 minute walk).
Sign up here or the QR code below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040E4CA5A92AA75-59106485-town#/

🪧 Eastern Gateway Community Workshop
2025-10-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
The Town invites residents to participate in a workshop to continue collecting public input on the Eastern Gateway district.
Monday October 27, 2025, at 6:00 PM
Reading Public Library – Community Room, 64 Middlesex Ave.
The workshop will:

Summarize project feedback to-date
Provide active participation & small group design activities
Share visual concepts for the district

Your feedback will help to shape future zoning plans that can encourage future investment and private development that aligns with the community’s vision.
RSVP is encouraged but not required – Register Here and catch up on project progress at the website below.
For More Information: email planning@readingma.gov or visit www.readingma.gov/egpp

🛤️ Town of Reading Special Select Board MBTA Meeting
2025-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
The Town of Reading Select Board is hosting a special public meeting on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the Reading Memorial High School Performing Arts Center to discuss the MBTA’s proposed Turnback Track Project in Reading and the impact to the community.
The meeting will begin at 7:00PM. Residents are encouraged to attend and share their feedback.
The agenda will be posted once it is finalized: https://www.readingma.gov/331/Select-Board

🍬 Downtown Trick or Treat
2025-10-28 16:00 - 17:30 | Downtown Reading, 610 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Downtown Trick or Treat from 4pm – 5:30pm on October 28th.

🪧 Connected Reading: An Open House for Our Community
2025-10-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Hello Reading!
Whether you’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!
Held on Tuesday October 28th from 5pm-7pm at the Reading Public Library, join us to:• Meet Representatives from town government and volunteer-led committees, schools, youth & faith-based groups, and community organizations • Discover Reading’s many resources, services, programs, and events.• Enjoy refreshments and mingle with your neighbors!• The first 50 attendees will receive a welcome bag filled with information and gifts from local businesses (one welcome bag per family, please!)

👣 “Hobbit” for Barefoot Hike in the Town Forest
2025-11-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Town Forest (Strout Ave), Strout Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Walking barefoot through nature is a fun and rewarding way to exercise your feet when hiking barefoot the feel of cool dirt, smooth rocks, soft pine needles, and crisp leaves all add to the delight of the hike you feel connected to the earth in the absence of dry leaves you are silent.

Whether you are a seasoned barefoot hiker, a beginner, or even if you’ve never hiked, come join us on the trail. We will provide instruction to those that would like to learn.

When: Saturday, November 1st
Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Where: 371 Grove Street Parking Lot
What to bring: Water, comfortable walking shoes, Crocs, or sandals for areas you might not be totally comfortable, and your curiosity!
Who: Open to all ages and abilities

Sign up by scanning the QR code or visit:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0545ABAD23A6FBC07-59216676-barefoot

🍻 Women’s League of Reading to Host Brewfest in Support of Reading Food Pantry
2025-11-02 12:30 - 16:30 | Lord Hobo Brewing Company, 5 Draper Street, Woburn, 01801, United States
On Sunday, November 2, the Women’s League of Reading is hosting our fall Brewfest at Lord Hobo Brewing Co. from 12:30 to 4:30 PM, with proceeds benefiting the Reading Food Pantry. This family-friendly event will feature:

Open bar from 12:30–2:30 PM
A kids’ craft corner
Live music
Small bites
Pats game at 1 PM

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased from the following link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/brew-fest–2025
If you’re not already familiar with our organization, the Women’s League of Reading is a volunteer group that coordinates fundraising, social, and community events throughout Reading. All funds raised are disbursed annually to local organizations, families, and individuals in need. In 2024 alone, we proudly raised and distributed over $40,000 directly back into the community — through scholarships, nonprofit support, and direct assistance to residents.

🎭 RMHS Drama Club Presents "Catch Me If You Can: The Musical"
2025-11-07 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-08 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-09 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-14 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-15 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading Memorial High School Drama Club Presents Catch Me If You Can: The Musical – November 7-16
Musical Takes Flight at Reading Memorial High School (RMHS)
Get ready for a high-flying adventure as the RMHS Drama Club proudly presents Catch Me If You Can: The Musical, based on the hit DreamWorks film and the incredible true story that inspired it! Performances will run from November 7th-16th, at the Endslow Performing Arts Center at RMHS.
Set in the 1960s and brimming with jazzy tunes, dazzling dance numbers, and sharp wit, Catch Me If You Can follows the story of Frank Abagnale, Jr., a teenager who runs away from home and successfully poses as a pilot, doctor, and lawyer—all before his 21st birthday. As Frank’s lies grow bigger and bolder, so does the pursuit by FBI agent Carl Hanratty, leading to a thrilling game of cat and mouse with heart, humor, and a surprising emotional depth.
With music by Marc Shaiman (Hairspray) and lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman, this upbeat and stylish musical is suitable for the family with some mature themes, suggested for middle schoolers and up, offering both entertainment and important themes about identity, consequences, and redemption.
Don’t miss your chance to see this energetic and heartfelt production brought to life by the talented students of RMHS. Tickets are expected to sell quickly—secure yours today and be part of the chase! Tickets at www.RMHSDRAMA.org
Catch Me If You Can: The Musical
Book by Terrence McNally
Music by Marc Shaiman
Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman
Direction by Natalie Cunha
Choreography by Katie Donovan
Musical Direction by Steve Sarro
Technical Direction by Kevin Gerstner
Dates:
Friday, November 7th at 7:30 pm
Saturday, November 8th at 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 9th at 2:00 pm
Friday, November 14th at 7:30 pm
Saturday, November 15th at 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 16th at 2:00 pm
Location: William Endslow Performing Arts Center, Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA 01867
Ticket Prices: $20 adults / $15 students and seniors
Link:
https://www.rmhsdrama.org/
https://www.facebook.com/share/14KxX29AUww/
Catch Me If You Can is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

🎨 Reading Art Association Fall Exhibit and Sale
2025-11-07 19:30 - 2025-11-08 21:30, 2025-11-08 10:00 - 15:00 | First Congregational Church, 25 Woburn Street, Reading MA, 01867
The Reading Art Association Fall Exhibit and Sale will be held the weekend of November 7th and 8th. The show will take place at the First Congregational Church in Reading on Friday, Nov.7th from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm, and Saturday Nov. 8th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Friday evening, November 7 is our opening reception. Entrance to the show is through the side door of the church on Sanborn Street.
There will be a drawing for a framed painting by Carolyn Latanision. The winner will be announced at the end of the show and does not need to be present to win.
Award winning works will be announced at the Friday reception at about 8:30 pm.
You can see an example of the display at our 2024 Fall Show on our website at http://www.readingart.org/fall2024.shtml
Many of the art works will be for sale. The exhibit is open and free to everyone, so come for a few minutes or come for a few hours.
More information about the Reading Art Association is available at our website, http://www.readingart.org/

🇺🇸 Veterans Day Ceremony
2025-11-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Memorial Park, 53 Harrison St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Join the Town of Reading’s Veterans Services Department on Tuesday November 11 at 11:00 a.m. Memorial Park to commemorate the service and sacrifice of the service members from Reading who served.

🎵 Old South’s Community Coffee House
2025-11-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Old South Methodist Church, 6 Salem Street, Reading, 01867
Old South’s Community Coffee House, November 15th, 7:30 pm
Old South United Methodist Church is pleased to host a Community Coffee House Concert, on Saturday, November 15th at 7:30 pm. We are featuring local area musicians, a scrumptious dessert bar and beverages. All for a $10 entrance fee! This is not a fund-raiser, but an event to bring people together to enjoy great music.
We will feature three very different performances: “Cait and Pat,” better known as Caitlin and Patrick Beckmen, is a sibling musical duo. You may recognize them from their regular performances at Bunratty’s here in Reading. Samantha DeLuca, another Reading native, spent several years in Los Angeles writing and recording her own original music. (you can check out her work on Spotify) All three of these musicians were very active on stage with the Drama Club during their years at Reading Memorial High School. Our final musician is Richard Trismen, a longtime Old South member who writes his own originals as well, and has been performing in bands since he was a teen.
Old South could not be more delighted to host this fun event. Please mark your calendars for November 15th at 7:30 pm! You can purchase your ticket in advance by going to https://www.oldsouthumc.org/tickets, or simply show up on November 15th and pay at the door.
We can hardly wait to see you! Tickets are $10.
A few words about Old South… Our church has stood at the center of Reading for more than 200 years. In addition to hosting a warm, supportive community faith, it is also home to the Reading Food Pantry, Christian Cooperative Preschool, and Reading Scout Troops. Old South has assisted refugee resettlement groups and supported UMC mission work as well.

🎄 Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration
2025-11-30 14:00 - 16:30 | Town Common, 680 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Sunday, November 30, 2025
2:00 – 4:30 PM
Reading Town Common
Events include:

Live Ice Sculptures
Trolley Rides
Entertainment
Visits with Characters
Musical Performances
Hayrides
S’mores
Santa Claus
And more!

🛍️ Shop the Block 2025
2025-12-04 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Reading, 610 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
What started as a Holiday Shopping Event is now turning into a Shop Local Mindset! Shop the Block December 4th from 5-9pm.

🎄 Festival of Trees 2025
2025-12-06 10:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Walter S. Parker Middle School, 45 Temple Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Festival of Trees 2025
Saturday December 6th (10am-8pm) & Sunday December 7th (10am-4pm)
At Parker Middle School – 45 Temple Street, Reading MA 01867

🎵 Reading Community Singers Concert “Hope for the Holidays”
2025-12-06 19:30 - 21:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading Community Singers wants to invite everyone to their Annual Holiday Concert on December 6, at 7:30 at Reading Memorial High School – This year entitled “Hope for the Holidays.” It’s a Concert filled with Love, Hope, Dreams and Peace on Earth for All, for this Holiday Season and Always. There’s a delightful mix of music and dancing to Celebrate the season – Christmas, Hanukkah, Family – with Classic and Modern Favorites, and a very special guest. As the title suggests, there will be songs to make the Holidays even warmer and hopeful – such as “Be A Light”, The Jonas Brothers’ “Like It’s Christmas”, “What the World Needs Now (Is Love)”, as well as a Medley from “A Muppet Christmas Carol”. These last two musical numbers will also spotlight their Youth Chorus. It’s truly a wonderful evening, brimming with seasonal entertainment for all ages.
This year, RCS’ Featured Guest Performers will be several soloists, duets and small groups, selected from their very own talented membership!
Whatever Holidays you celebrate, take a well-deserved break from your preparations and plan to join RCS for an enjoyable evening of Musical Mirth, Warmth and Merrymaking! Tickets are available from any Chorus member, as well as on-line and at the door, with discounts for Seniors and Students – Children under 5 are Free. For Advance Tickets go to: www.ReadingCommunitySingers.org/tickets/ Tickets also available at the door.
Here’s a link to our FB page www.facebook.com/ReadingCommunitySingers
Here’s a link to our video promo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibP3jm-T_Y4

🧵 Dickens Holiday Marketplace and Craft Fair
2025-12-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
You are invited to the Dickens Holiday Marketplace and Craft Fair.
This event is a wonderful holiday marketplace featuring approximately 50 craft vendors exhibiting and selling their creations. The RMHS Main Street hallway will be transformed with seasonal decorations and musical performances throughout the day. We look forward to strolling carolers, Victorian-era actors, dance troupes, musicians, refreshments – and 50+ crafters/vendors, all under one weather-proof roof. Patrons will enjoy shopping, relaxing with a cup of cocoa, and taking in the holiday spirit. Free admission! Free parking!
The Dickens Holiday Marketplace and Craft Fair is a fundraiser for Parents Supporting Student Theatre (PSST), which supports The RMHS Drama Club. All fundraising enhances our students’ experiences by paying for extracurricular teachers (Playwriting, Shakespeare, Improv, and Technical Directors), providing student scholarships, covering extra production costs (mic batteries, fog machines, shop tools, etc.), and feeding working students who spend 8 hours building sets on a Saturday!

Dickens Holiday Marketplace and Craft FairSaturday, December 13, 202510 am – 3 pmReading Memorial High School62 Oakland Rd.Reading, MA 01867https://www.facebook.com/DickensHolidayMarketplace

🕎 4th Annual Community Menorah Lighting
2025-12-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Town Common, 680 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Join Reading’s Jewish community, neighbors, and friends on the fourth night of Hanukkah for the 4th Annual Community Menorah Lighting.
Inclusive, educational, family-friendly event with a local clergy member, StoryWalk®, and performance by Reading Community Singers.
Following the event, join us for children’s crafts, latkes, sufganiyot (donuts), hot cocoa & Israeli folk dancing at First Congregational Church.

🚸 Safe Routes to School Virtual Meeting
2025-12-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual / Online Event
A Virtual Design Public Hearing will be hosted on the MassDOT website below to present the design for the proposed project in Reading, MA. https://www.mass.gov/…/reading-oakland-road-at-reading…When: 6:00 PM, Wednesday, December 17, 2025Purpose: The purpose of this hearing is to provide the public with the opportunity to become fully acquainted with the proposed project. All views and comments submitted in response to the hearing will be reviewed and considered to the maximum extent possible.Proposal: The proposed project consists of enhancing the safety and accessibility for multimodal users accessing the Reading Memorial High School and Arthur W. Coolidge Middle School via Oakland Road and the adjacent intersections. The project aims to encourage walking and biking to school and provide accessible connections to surrounding neighborhoods. The project plans 11-foot travel lanes and parking spaces on both sides of Oakland Road. A 10-foot shared use path with a 5-foot minimum buffer is proposed along the westerly side of Oakland to provide bicycle and pedestrian accommodations for the school area and residents. For the east side, a 5.5′ sidewalk will be provided with mid-block crossings along the corridor of Oakland Road to encourage low speeds and shorter crossing distances.To see the full public hearing notice click here: https://www.readingma.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=750

🍔 Birch Meadow PTO Burgers for Benefits
2026-01-08 15:00 - 18:00 | Fuddruckers, 50 Walkers Brook Dr, Reading, MA, 01867-1515, United States
Rather not cook today? Grab dinner from Fuddruckers and support the Birch Meadow Elementary PTO! 20% of sales from 4-7pm will benefit the non-profit. Fuddruckers will donate 20% of your total meal price to the organization if this flyer below is presented to the cashier. Thank you!

Where: Fuddruckers in Jordan’s Furniture, Reading

When: Today! January 8th, 4-7pm

How: Mention Birch Meadow PTO when ordering or show the flyer below on your phone

🏢 Walkers Brook Drive Kick-Off Meeting
2026-01-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
NEW DATE – Walkers Brook Drive Kick-Off Meeting – January 14, 2026The Town of Reading invites you to help shape the future of Walkers Brook Drive. We will share project updates, potential design alternatives, and next steps. Your input is key to guide this phase.Wednesday, January 14, 20267:00PM – 8:30PMReading Public Library – 64 Middlesex Ave ORJoin through ZOOM. Access the Meeting ZOOM link at:
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89660350775
Meeting ID: 896 6035 0775The Town received a $500,000 state grant to advance the design of Walkers Brook Drive, building on community feedback from 2023–2024 that emphasized wider sidewalks, safer crossings, slower traffic, and improved bike and transit access. The project will continue through 2026–2027 with renewed community engagement and design development. For more information use the link here: https://readingma.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=752

🎄 Christmas Tree Recycling
2026-01-17 08:00 - 14:30 | MA
This January, the Town is providing two options for recycling of Christmas trees. On Saturday, January 17, 2026, residents may take their trees to the Compost Area on Strout Ave. from 8:00a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (leaves and branches will also be accepted at this time).
In addition., Republic will collect Christmas trees curbside the week of January 12 – 16, 2026. All decorations, including tinsel must be removed from the trees. Trees in plastic bags or trees not completely cleaned of this material will not be picked up or accepted at the Compost Area.

💬 Martin Luther King Day Event
2026-01-19 09:30 - 13:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Save the date! Reading celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 19, 2026, at the RMHS Performing Arts Center. Reading Public Library (RPL), Reading, MA—Mark your calendar to come together as a community and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 19, 2026. The celebration begins at 9:30 am with a community breakfast provided by Reading’s Public Schools. J
