Winterfest 2023
2023-03-09 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Town Common, 680 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Last year’s Winterfest was so fun we decided to do it again! Join us on Thursday, March 9th from 5 – 8 PM in Reading Square for this outdoor festival. This year there will be fire tables and s’mores on the common, a beer garden featuring Hopothecary Ales, Gentile Brewing, and Small Change Brewing, lit ice sculptures and photos with Olaf. Come stroll the downtown, pop into stores and restaurants, and make memories in Reading Square. Event is free to attend.

The Little Mermaid JR.
2023-03-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2023-03-10 19:00 - 20:30, 2023-03-11 14:00 - 15:30 | Walter S. Parker Middle School, 45 Temple Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Journey “under the sea” with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney’s Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking. Written to flow seamlessly between land and sea, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. provides plenty of opportunities to bring these locations to life through creative movement and configurations. The fantasy of being underwater means your entire cast and crew can let their imaginations run wild.
Parker Middle School Auditorium
45 Temple Street
Reading, MA
01867
Get directions
978-344-2800
parkerdramaticketsales@gmail.com
Tickets: https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/70616

Pricing

Adult – $15.00

K-12 Student – $12.00

Thursday, March 9, 2023 6:30 PM
Friday, March 10, 2023 7:00 PM
Saturday, March 11, 2023 2:00 PM (extremely limited amount of tickets remain)

Community Pickleball Day
2023-03-11 14:00 - 18:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
-Community Pickleball Day-
Saturday, March 11th from 2pm – 6pm
Indoors at Reading Memorial High School Hawkes FieldHouse
Recreational & competitive play by level, beginner & advanced beginner clinics, intro to pickleball for beginners.
We need volunteers. If you’re interested, please contact readingmapickleball@gmail.com
More information to follow as the event drawers closer
Interested in participating? contact readingmapickleball@gmail.com to receive updates
Proceeds will go towards advancing pickleball in Reading, MA through Reading Pickleball Players Association.

Reading Lions Comedy Night Fundraiser- March 11
2023-03-11 19:00 - 22:30 | West Side Social Club, Wakefield, 4 Harrington Court, Wakefield, 01880
March is a long month—a laugh will help you get through! The Reading Lions Comedy Night returns to The West Side Social Club with 3, count ‘em, 3 comics on March 11.
We’re thrilled to present some of the funniest comics in the area including a Boston favorite, Paul Gilligan, as well as Carolyn Plummer, and Dave Rattigan. Bring your family, neighbors, and friends to enjoy a night of laughs, raffles, BYOF, and a cash bar. The evening’s proceeds go to Lions charities which support our community via the Food Pantry, scholarship fund, wellness exams, vision care, and more. Doors open at 7:00pm for an 8:00pm show.
Tickets are available at ReadingLions.org, from ScampsComedy.com, or from your friendly Reading Lions Club member. Tickets are $25 each, tables seat 8 for $200. Mark your calendar and we’ll see you there!

Teen Meet Up: Zines!
2023-03-14 16:00 - 18:00, 2023-03-21 16:00 - 18:00, 2023-03-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
DIY ZINES!
What are zines? How do I make one? What’s the Teen Art Showcase?
Stop by the Reading Public Library’s Teen Room to learn about zines, the Teen Art Showcase, and create some of your own zines!
Supplies and instructions will be available for teens at the every Tuesday from 4-6pm during the month of March.

RCTV Election Programming
2023-03-14 19:00 - 22:00 | RCTV Studios, 557 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
To help inform Reading residents about the upcoming 2023 local election on April 4, RCTV Studios will host Candidates’ Forums for contested town-wide offices. Candidates for Select Board, School Committee, Library Board of Trustees, and Municipal Light Board are invited on Tuesday, March 14, starting at 7 pm. Town Moderator Alan Foulds will moderate the program and feature questions posed to the candidates by local media representatives. The forum will air live on RCTV’s public access channel, Comcast channel 9, 2131 HD, and Verizon channel 31, and will be replayed numerous times before the local election on April 4.
Candidates seeking office for uncontested seats are invited to appear on “Community Connections” for a casual one-on-one interview with RCTV member Sherri VandenAkker. VandenAkker has hosted the program since 2019 and previously served on the School Committee and Library Board of Trustees. Check rctv.org for showtimes.
Live Election coverage and results will air on election evening Tuesday, April 4, starting at 8 pm.
RCTV Studios is Reading’s public access television studio on Main Street in Reading. For more information about RCTV, you can visit its website at RCTV.org.

Mindful Parenting Skills
2023-03-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Are you a parent struggling to balance all of the things that you want to do in your life? Simply setting the goal & sticking to it may not be enough when the priorities of life get busy. Meet with a psychotherapist & health coach who can show you how to create a mental, nutritional and physical balance so that you can feel good in your body and in mind.
Registration is suggested but NOT required. For additional information, visit the library website using the link below:

Women's League Annual Gala
2023-03-18 19:00 - 23:00 | Meadow Brook Golf Club, 292 Grove St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Please join us for dinner, dancing and a silent auction for the Women’s League of Reading Annual Gala.
This year’s theme is “Reading Homecoming” so come dressed in your best black or red cocktail attire.

For more info or to purchase tickets, please visit www.auctria.events/2023wlrgala or www.wlreading.org/2023gala.html

Also, big thank you to our Diamond Sponsors!
Bozetti’s Group – www.bozettis.com
Stoneham Ford – www.stonehamford.com

Therapeutic Program for Adults with McFarlane Arts
2023-03-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
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 developmental disabilities (I/DD). They are not respite programs; caregivers are required to attend.
Come join us in exploring your inner artist in fun and creative ways with local artist Susan McFarlane of McFarlane Arts. You can register for one session or all 6 sessions.
For additional information and to register visit the Reading Public Library’s website.

Welcome to the Graveyard with the Gravestone Girls
2023-03-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Join us for “Welcome to the Graveyard!” a 90 minute illustrated ‘virtual tour’ chronicling cemetery art, history and symbolism. From colonial New England burial grounds of the 16 & 1700s, through the nation-wide rural cemetery movement of the 19th century and into 21st century locations, the program examines why we have cemeteries and gravestones, why they look like they do and how styles and art have evolved over almost 400 years. The presentation is robust with photographs of original gravestones and burial grounds found in Reading along-side images from cemeteries visited by Gravestone Girls over many years.
Please register for this program using the link provided below.

Reading Blood Drive
2023-03-23 13:00 - 19:00 | Masonic Lodge, 110 Haven Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading Community
Blood Drives
Good Samaritan Lodge
110 Haven Street, Reading
Thursday, March 23, 2023
1:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
For an appointment, please visit redcrossblood.org and enter: Reading or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)

Local Election - Early Voting
2023-03-27 07:30 - 17:30, 2023-03-28 07:30 - 19:00, 2023-03-29 07:30 - 17:00, 2023-03-30 07:30 - 17:00 | Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Early voting is available at Town Hall during normal business hours from March 27th-30th.
Town Hall Hours:
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday
7:30 am to 5:30 pm
Tuesday
7:30 am to 7 pm

Bird Meetup With Dave Williams!
2023-03-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
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 learn from each other and share their knowledge.
To register, use the link provided below:

Trash & Recycling Public Forum
2023-03-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Assistant DPW Director, Chris Cole, will be giving a presentation about the proposed new trash and recycling barrels for town residents.
Come listen and learn about the future of trash collection; then discuss and share your thoughts with town staff.
In Person at: Town Hall – Select Board Meeting Room
or
VIA ZOOM: Meeting ID: 824 0117 2095 Passcode: [REDACTED]
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82401172095

Overcoming Hurdles to Disability Inclusion: Community Workshop
2023-03-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Join an exciting workshop provided by MERGE Inclusion Consulting. This educational community offering is sponsored by is being hosted by The Office of Equity And Social Justice and Reading SEPAC. Additional partners include Reading Recreation, Public Library and Public Schools, The Burbank YMCA and Pleasant Street Center.
WHO: Anyone from a community organization seeking to be more disability inclusive in their practice like a Camps, Town Rec, YMCA or JCC’s, Scouts, Library, Churches, Sport League, Before & After School Program, Dance, Art or Enrichment Studios, Museums, or businesses.
WHEN: Thursday, March 30th from 5:30-7:30pm*
WHERE: Reading Public Library Community Room
REGISTER: https://bit.ly/ReadingInclusion

Spring Grand Tasting of Fine Wines
2023-04-01 15:00 - 19:00 | Pamplemousse, 26 Haven Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
JOIN US FOR OUR SPRING GRAND TASTING OF FINE WINES!
Saturday, April 1, 2023 Reservations are necessary! 21+
10% Discount off 12 bottles or more
Suggested Donation $10 to benefit Reading Education Foundation
Reserve Your Time Slot Below

Session One: 3 pm to 4:30 and Session Two: 5:30 to 7 pm.

🏓 2nd Annual Community Pickleball Day
2023-04-07 10:30 - 15:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Save the date! Sunday, April 7th from 10:30am – 3pm. Indoors at Reading Memorial High School Hawkes Field House. Recreational & competitive play by level, beginner & advanced beginner clinics, intro to pickleball for beginners. Registration is now open via the following link: https://form.jotform.com/240524291335148
We need volunteers. If you’re interested, please contact readingmapickleball@gmail.com
More information to follow as the event drawers closer.
Interested in participating? contact readingmapickleball@gmail.com to receive updates.
Proceeds will go towards advancing pickleball in Reading, MA through Reading Pickleball Players Association, a 501(c)(3) non profit.

Reading Public Schools Present ARTSfest
2023-04-10 16:30 - 19:00, 2023-04-11 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Come experience visual artwork, music and dance performances, and media created by K–12th graders in the Reading Public Schools! Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: April 10th, 11th, and 12th, 2023 from 5–8 PM at the Reading Memorial High School Performing Arts Center!

Monday, April 10th

4:30-5:00 PM Opening Reception on RMHS Main Street (Open to Families of Students with Visual Art on Display)

5:00-7:00 PM District-Wide Art Show Open on RMHS Main Street

5:30 PM Opening Concert in RMHS Performing Arts Center (Reading Elementary School Music Performances)

Tuesday, April 11th

5:00-8:00 PM District-Wide Art Show Open on RMHS Main Street

6:00 PM Opening Concert in RMHS Performing Arts Center (8th Grade Combined Band, Reading Memorial High School Symphonic Band)

7:00 PM Concert in RMHS Performing Arts Center (8th Grade Combined Chorus, Reading Memorial High School Mixed Choir and Harmonium)

Wednesday, April 12th

5:00-8:00 PM District-Wide Art Show Open on RMHS Main Street

6:00 PM Concert in RMHS Performing Arts Center (6th Grade Combined Band, 6th Grade Combined Chorus)

7:00 PM Jazz Extravaganza in RMHS Performing Arts Center (Reading Middle School Jazz Band, Reading Memorial High School Stage Band, Reading Memorial High School Jazz Ensemble)

VIRTUAL: The ABCs of Immigration
2023-04-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual / Online Event
The Reading Public Library is excited to partner with the MIRA Coaltion to offer a 3-part series to present relevant, up-to-date, and accurate information on immigration topics, open to all individuals who would like to increase their knowledge of immigration-related topics and learn about helpful resources for practice with immigrant populations. You may register for all three sessions, or choose individual sessions. Zoom information will be shared with registration.
The first session, ABCs of Immigration, provides an overview of common immigration statuses, the privileges and restrictions associated with each, and common pathways to obtain legal immigration status — including through family and humanitarian protections.
To register for this virtual program using the link provided below.

Select Board Office Hours
2023-04-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Pleasant Street Center, 49 Pleasant Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Mark your calendars to join Select Board members Mark Dockser and Jackie McCarthy for office hours on April 12 and April 26, both 11AM-Noon, respectively.

Coolidge Middle School PTO Fundraiser at Dandilyons
2023-04-13 15:00 - 20:30 | Dandilyons Ice Cream, 1331 Main St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
JOIN US Thursday, April 13 from 3-8:30pm to raise money AND enjoy ice cream in support of the Coolidge Middle School PTO. A portion of sales will be donated to the supporting organization, and you do not need to show the flyer when making your purchase. Hope to see you there!
