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SUMMARY:🎶 Summer Concert Series - Perfect Crime
DESCRIPTION:Perfect Crime   – Classic Rock Band \n\nConcerts will be held at Memorial Park this year.  There is street parking on Charles Street and Harrison Street and there is a small parking lot off of Salem Street.  Bring your blanket or chairs and enjoy these free summer concerts.\nThere are no rain dates for our summer concerts.  For information regarding weather cancellations\, please visit the home page of our website at www.readingrec.com after 5:00PM on the day of  the concert.  We will try to post the cancellation notice as close to 5:00PM as possible but please understand that a last-minute cancellation could happen.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b6-summer-concert-series-perfect-crime/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 53 Harrison St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Recreation Division":MAILTO:recreation@ci.reading.ma.us
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SUMMARY:🗑️ Old Trash & Recycling Barrels – Tuesday Trash Route
DESCRIPTION:Special Curbside Barrel Collection Events\n\n\nA special curbside collection event for resident’s existing trash and recycling containers will occur this summer on Saturdays starting on July 12 through August 9 where Republic Services will pick up your existing old containers free of charge. The dates for the special collection are below:\n\n\n\nJuly 12 – Monday trash route\nJuly 19 – Tuesday trash route\nJuly 26 – Wednesday trash route\nAugust 2 – Thursday trash route\nAugust 9 – Friday trash route\n\n\n\nNeed to double check which day you get picked up? See the list here: https://www.readingma.gov/…/What-Day-is-My-Rubbish-and…\n\n\nOld containers are also great to keep and use for storage\, or use them to hold indoor recycling to transfer to your new outdoor bin.\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, call the DPW office at 781-439-6930 or open a SeeClickFix request.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%97%91%ef%b8%8f-old-trash-recycling-barrels-tuesday-trash-route/
LOCATION:Reading (Townwide)\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T183000
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SUMMARY:👟 Reading Lions/ Friends of Reading Recreation 5K Road Race
DESCRIPTION:Lace up your sneakers\, the Reading Lions Club and\nFriends of Reading Recreation\nJourney for Sight 5K Road Race returns! \n\n\n\n\nThe Reading Lions Club (“Club”) and The Friends of Reading Recreation annually present a family-friendly 5K Road Race and 1 Mile Walk through central Reading.  All proceeds from the race are donated to the Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Fund (MLERF)\, and other local sight-related charities supported by the Club. MLERF finances basic eye research at world renowned institutions such as the Mass. Eye and Ear right here in Boston. Over the years\, the Club has donated over $336\,000 from the proceeds of this race to MLERF\, and we are excited to continue these efforts in conjunction with the Friends of Reading Recreation (FORR). \n\n\n\n\nTime: 6:30 pm \nMemorial Park\, Harrison St. Reading\, MA \n\n\nEvent Information\n\nRegistration Cost: \n\nBefore race day: $30 for 18 years and older and $20 for 17 years & under\nRace day: $35 for 18 years and older and $25 for 17 years & under\n\nAwards will be given out for the following categories: \n\n1st Overall Male\, Female\, and Non-Binary\nTop 3 Male\, Female\, and Non-Binary in each of the age categories: 15 & Under\, 16-19\, 20-29\, 30-39\, 40-49\, 50-59. 60-69\, 70-79\, and 80+.\n\nT-Shirts are guaranteed for the first 250 people who register. \n\n\n\n\n\nRace Website\nAdditional race information can be found at https://www.readinglionsclub.org. \n\n\n\n\nCourse Map
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%91%9f-reading-lions-friends-of-reading-recreation-5k-road-race-2/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 53 Harrison St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Lions Club":MAILTO:info@readinglionsclub.org
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SUMMARY:🪄 Reading Rec Children's Performances - Stevie Kidding\, The Ridiculous Magician
DESCRIPTION:These children’s performances will be held at 10AM on Wednesday mornings at Memorial Park. Please park on Charles Street or Harrison Street for these free Wednesday performances. \nThere are no rain dates for these performances. For information regarding weather cancellations\, please call the Recreation Division at (781) 942-9075 after 9:00AM on the day of the performance or visit the home page of our website at www.readingrec.com.  We will try to post the cancellation notice as close to 9:00AM as possible but please understand that a last-minute cancellation could happen.\n\n\nLinks: \n\n7/16  Stevie Kidding\, The Ridiculous Magician \n7/23 Stacey Peasley Band\n7/30 Yo-Yo Guy\n8/6 Matt Heaton & The Outside Toys\n8/13 Johnny the K
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%aa%84-reading-rec-childrens-performances-stevie-kidding-the-ridiculous-magician/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 53 Harrison St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Recreation Division":MAILTO:recreation@ci.reading.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T180000
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SUMMARY:🎶 Summer Concert Series - Reading Community Concert Band
DESCRIPTION:Reading Community Concert Band  – Concert Variety  \n\nConcerts will be held at Memorial Park this year.  There is street parking on Charles Street and Harrison Street and there is a small parking lot off of Salem Street.  Bring your blanket or chairs and enjoy these free summer concerts.\nThere are no rain dates for our summer concerts.  For information regarding weather cancellations\, please visit the home page of our website at www.readingrec.com after 5:00PM on the day of  the concert.  We will try to post the cancellation notice as close to 5:00PM as possible but please understand that a last-minute cancellation could happen.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b6-summer-concert-series-reading-community-concert-band/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 53 Harrison St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250712
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SUMMARY:🗑️ Old Trash & Recycling Barrels – Monday Trash Route
DESCRIPTION:Special Curbside Barrel Collection Events\n\n\nA special curbside collection event for resident’s existing trash and recycling containers will occur this summer on Saturdays starting on July 12 through August 9 where Republic Services will pick up your existing old containers free of charge. The dates for the special collection are below:\n\n\n\nJuly 12 – Monday trash route\nJuly 19 – Tuesday trash route\nJuly 26 – Wednesday trash route\nAugust 2 – Thursday trash route\nAugust 9 – Friday trash route\n\n\n\nNeed to double check which day you get picked up? See the list here: https://www.readingma.gov/…/What-Day-is-My-Rubbish-and…\n\n\nOld containers are also great to keep and use for storage\, or use them to hold indoor recycling to transfer to your new outdoor bin.\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, call the DPW office at 781-439-6930 or open a SeeClickFix request.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%97%91%ef%b8%8f-old-trash-recycling-barrels-monday-trash-route/
LOCATION:Reading (Townwide)\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T120000
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SUMMARY:🎸 7th Annual Reading PorchFest
DESCRIPTION:The Reading PorchFest Committee announces that this year’s edition of the popular music festival is set for Saturday\, June 28th. As always\, the event runs from noon to 6 pm. \nIt features music of all genres on porches\, driveways\, and yards throughout the town\, and it’s completely free. Organizers\, musicians\, and hosts are all volunteers. \nTo participate as a musician\, a host\, or maybe both\, check out ReadingPorchfest.com for all the information needed to get involved. Official registration will open Saturday\, March 1st. \nThose hoping to be spectators that day will find a comprehensive schedule and a map at the site as the date of the festival nears. Also appearing as the schedule shapes up will be a gallery of artists and music samples. To take in all the talent\, one needs just to walk or ride from venue to venue to hear many types of music. \nCosts for the event are partially paid for by the Reading Cultural Council. \nReading PorchFest began as part of the town’s 375th anniversary celebration in 2019\, and has continued as an annual event\, set each year on the fourth Saturday of June. It has grown with each edition\, and early signs point to this being the biggest year yet. \nAgain\, that’s Saturday\, June 28th. Put it on your calendar right now\, before you forget.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b8-7th-annual-reading-porchfest/
LOCATION:Reading (Townwide)\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T130000
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SUMMARY:🪘 Juneteenth Freedom Festival
DESCRIPTION:Reading Public Library\, Reading\, MA—Grab your family and friends\, take advantage of the longest day of the year\, and come down to the Town Common on Saturday\, June 21 to celebrate Juneteenth! This is a family-friendly event with music\, food\, speakers\, and a pop-up market.\n\nMore details will be available soon\, and in the meantime\, if you’d like to volunteer for the event or learn more about the program\, contact: Albert Pless: apless@readingma.gov
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%aa%98-juneteenth-freedom-festival-2/
LOCATION:Town Common\, 680 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T090000
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SUMMARY:🐎 General Lafayette Visits Reading: 200th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:General Lafayette Visits Reading \nAccording to The Genealogical History of Reading\, “General Lafayette\, in his visit to this country in 1825\, passed through this town on his way to Concord\, N.H. He stopped at the hotel that stood where the bank building now stands\, for half an hour or so. He made a short address to a crowd of the citizens that came to see and welcome him. The General was attended by another French gentleman and several carriages containing other distinguished parties.” \nProgram for June 21st\, 2025 \n-9:00 am\, Arrival of carriage at 643 Main Street\, Reading\, MA \n-Welcome by Peter Maguire \n-Address by Alan Hoffman\, President of the American Friends of Lafayette \n-Short address by Peter Maguire on the 50-year friendship between the Reading town doctor and Minute Man commander\, John Brooks\, and General Lafayette. \n-Address by General Lafayette. \n-Carriage continues down side street to the Senior Center to be picked up.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%90%8e-lafayette-rides-again-200th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Downtown Reading\, 610 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T150000
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SUMMARY:🎪 Reading Lions Club Friends and Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Reading Lions Club\nReading Friends and Family Day\nJune 14\, 2025\n10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nBirch Meadow Area\nSince 2004\, The Reading Lions Club has sponsored and organized Reading Friends and Family Day (RFFD) as Reading’s kickoff to summer.  Also known as Town Day\, RFFD is a celebration of Reading and brings the community together for a fair full of fun events enjoyed by all ages. Community members come for the food\, crafts\, games\, giveaways\, music and more!\nThe fireworks will be the same day this year!\nFor more information email\nreadinglions01867@gmail.com
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%aa-reading-lions-club-friends-and-family-day-2/
LOCATION:Birch Meadow Park\, Birch Meadow Park\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T210000
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SUMMARY:🕯️ Bobby Jo Valentine – Candlelight Concert
DESCRIPTION:Old South is thrilled to welcome back Bobby Jo Valentine for another community concert! In 2023 he was here to great success. This year\, we are planning a Candlelight Concert for Bobby Jo’s newest album release. The Concert will be Sunday\, June 8th\, at 7pm. Tickets will go on sale on May 16th in the office or online.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%95%af%ef%b8%8f-bobby-jo-valentine-candlelight-concert/
LOCATION:Old South United Methodist Church\, 6 Salem St.\, Reading\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Old South United Methodist Church":MAILTO:office@oldsouthumc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T170000
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CREATED:20250602T135118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T135118Z
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SUMMARY:🏳️‍🌈 Pride Parade and Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Reading’s 5th annual Pride Parade and Celebration is Saturday June 7th.\n \n\n3:00PM The car parade begins at the Town Common\n3:30PM Celebration begins on the Town Common
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8f%b3%ef%b8%8f%f0%9f%8c%88-pride-parade-and-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Town Common\, 680 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T172359Z
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SUMMARY:🚔 Annual Police Open House
DESCRIPTION:Our annual open house is coming up! May 31st from 11:00 to 1:30. Nonstop fun and entertainment.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%9a%94-annual-police-open-house-2/
LOCATION:Reading Police Station\, 15 Union Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Police & Fire
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Police Department":MAILTO:koshaughnessy@ci.reading.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T130000
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SUMMARY:🇺🇸 Memorial Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as Reading remembers the service and sacrifice of all men and women who died in service to our country. \nPARADE AND CEMETERY SERVICES \n9:00 AM  Parade begins at the American Legion on Ash Street.  All Veterans are welcome to attend.\n9:15 AM  Services at Laurel Hill Cemetery\n10:45 AM  Services at Forest Glen Cemetery\n11:30 AM  Services at Charles Lawn Cemetery\n12:00 NOON  Services at Wood End Cemetery \n \n 
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%87%ba%f0%9f%87%b8-memorial-day-2025/
LOCATION:Laurel Hill Cemetery\, 16 Lowell St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250430T125744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250510T014732Z
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SUMMARY:🚮 Maillet\, Sommes\, and Morgan Conservation Area Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:**Update as of 5/9: Due to impending rain\, the community cleanup is moving to the rain date on Saturday\, May 17. \nJoin local volunteers for a day of outdoor community work as we care for our conservation land. Lend a hand clearing trails\, picking up litter\, and helping make the space safer\, cleaner\, and more beautiful for everyone.Let us know if you can make it! https://forms.gle/CeUitggE7kV2A6d8A
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%9a%ae-maillet-sommes-and-morgan-conservation-area-cleanup/
LOCATION:Maillet\, Sommes\, and Morgan Conservation Area\, 62 Willow Street\, Reading\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T130000
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CREATED:20250302T015043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T015043Z
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SUMMARY:♻️ Paper Shredding\, Rigid Plastics\, Electronics & Styrofoam Recycling
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 17\, 2025\nDPW Garage\, 75 Newcrossing Rd\n9:00 am – 1:00 pm \n\nPaper Shredding – One box limit per household\nRigid Plastics – Plastic toys\, chairs\, containers\, etc.\nElectronics – Recycle your old Electronics! No CRT TV’s / Monitors\, or Major Appliances\nStyrofoam – Clean\, white #6 PS preformed block and sheet\, No food containers of any kind\, and No Colored Styrofoam.\nSimple Recycling – Textile Collection. Scheduled pickup service through www.SimpleRecycling.com \n\nResidents only – no businesses\nFor more info: www.readingma.gov
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%e2%99%bb%ef%b8%8f-paper-shredding-rigid-plastics-electronics-styrofoam-recycling-3/
LOCATION:Department of Public Works\, 75 New Crossing Rd\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Works
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T210000
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SUMMARY:🎶 Reading Community Singers Spring Concert “For the Beauty of the Earth”
DESCRIPTION:The Reading Community Singers are pleased to present their Spring Concert – For the Beauty of the Earth – On Saturday\, May 10 at 7:30 pm\, at Reading Memorial High School\, 62 Oakland Rd\, Reading\, MA.  Elijah Botkin\, Artistic Director\, will be conducting\, and Joe Beninati will be Accompanist\, along with a six-piece band.\n\nRCS will be performing an eclectic blend of music\, including “Broadway Blast”\, “Forever Motown”\, “What Sweeter Gift” and the title song\, “For the Beauty of the Earth.”  There will also be a special performance by Paige Martino\, the 2025 recipient of the Annual RCS Scholarship.\n\nTickets – Adults – $25\, Seniors & Students – $20\, and Children 5 & under are free!  Advance Tickets are available via the RCS website:  https://ReadingCommunitySingers.org/tickets/\, from any Chorus member\, and will also be on sale at the door.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b6-reading-community-singers-spring-concert-for-the-beauty-of-the-earth/
LOCATION:Reading Memorial High School\, 62 Oakland Rd\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Community Singers":MAILTO:Info@readingcommunitysingers.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250403T201348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T201348Z
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SUMMARY:🏓 Mission of Deeds Pickleball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:There will be three options of play: 3.0-3.4 round robin and tournament\, 3.5+ round robin and tournament\, and a 2.0 – 2.5 beginner’s clinic. \n2.0 – 2.5 Beginner’s Clinic: 9 AM to 11 AM (max of 16 players) ($30/pp) \nLed by Marjorie Berger. Marjorie has been organizing and teaching pickleball for the last 15 years around Metro North Boston. She is a USA Pickleball Ambassador working with others in Eastern MA to promote and expand the game in towns and cities. Currently she works with local recreation departments\, community centers and Woburn YMCA’s to teach the basics of the game and strategies of play. \n3.0 – 3.4 Round Robin and Tournament: 9 AM to 1 PM (must sign up as a team) ($120/team) \nOpen play. Teams can be mixed. Both players must be same rating range. \n3.5+ Round Robin and Tournament: 1 PM to 5 PM (must sign up as a team) ($120/team) \nOpen play. Teams can be mixed. Both players must be same rating range. \nDetails: \n-Must be 18+ to register for any of the above events\n-Please wear court shoes (tennis or basketball; with a flat bottom)\n-For the round robin and tournament play\, both players on a team must be in the rating range\n-All registrants must sign a waiver prior to playing\n-These are not sanctioned tournaments. The goal is to have fun and support a cause.\n-All players will be required to sign a waiver on May 10 prior to playing\n-Not sure of your rating? Check out USA Pickleball for a guide.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8f%93-mission-of-deeds-pickleball-tournament/
LOCATION:Woburn Racquet Club\, 9 Webster Street\, Woburn\, MA\, 01801
CATEGORIES:Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mission of Deeds":MAILTO:info@missionofdeeds.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250302T015249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T015249Z
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SUMMARY:☣️ Household Hazardous Waste Day
DESCRIPTION:Saturday May 10\, 2025\nHousehold Hazardous Waste Day\n9:00 am – 1:00 pm \nDPW Garage\, 75 Newcrossing Rd \nTV’s and CRT’s are not collected at this event\nSee our flyer on www.readinqma.gov\nFor more information call 781-942-9077
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%e2%98%a3%ef%b8%8f-household-hazardous-waste-day-3/
LOCATION:Department of Public Works\, 75 New Crossing Rd\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Works
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250320T230713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T230713Z
UID:10000798-1744830000-1744837200@www.readingrecap.com
SUMMARY:📆 Joint Community Forums: Killam School & Reading Center for Active Living
DESCRIPTION:Join town officials and project leaders as they come together to host two joint forums on the projects coming before the community this Spring: The Killam School Building Project and the Reading Center for Active Living (ReCAL) project. \n\n\n\nThe first forum will be held in-person on Wednesday\, April 2 at 7pm at the RMHS Performing Arts Center.  The second forum will be held virtually on Zoom on Wednesday April 16 at 7pm. \n\n\n\nBoth forums will cover the Killam School and ReCAL projects and the anticipated financial impact for residents. \n\n\n\nSee additional information about both projects here: https://www.readingma.gov/963/Improving-Reading.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%86-joint-community-forums-killam-school-reading-center-for-active-living-2/
LOCATION:Virtual / online
CATEGORIES:Forum,Town Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250305T145216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T145216Z
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SUMMARY:🦁 Reading Lions Comedy Night 2025
DESCRIPTION:You’ll roar with laughter at the Reading Lions Comedy Night on April 12! \n \n\nEnjoy a night out with your friends\, family\, and the Lions! The Reading Lions Comedy Night returns to The Wakefield Elks with some of the funniest local comedians on Saturday\, April 12.\n\n \n\nThis year’s outstanding lineup includes a winner of the Boston Festival and guest on Late Night with Conan O’Brien\, Paul Nardizzi\, as well as Jason Merrill\, a rising star bringing us the laughter we all need\, and finally\, the Man Mountain himself\, Dan Donahue. Hosted by Dave Rattigan\, you’ll enjoy a night of big laughs\, fun raffles\, BYOF\, and a cash bar —\ngather up your family\, neighbors\, and friends and get your tickets today.\n\n \n\nThe evening’s proceeds fund Lions charities which support our community via the Food Pantry\, scholarships\, wellness exams\, vision care\, and more.\n\n \n\nTickets are available from your friendly Reading Lions Club member for $25 each\, tables seat 8 for $200. Mark your calendar and we’ll see you there!\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\nThe Reading Lions Club has proudly served the community of Reading and other surrounding towns for more than 75 years. Our fundraisers support Mass Lions Eye Research\, Reading Food Pantry\, and many others. There are few feelings in life that are as great as being able to help those in need\, and to do it with a fun\, dedicated
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%a6%81-reading-lions-comedy-night-2025/
LOCATION:Wakefield Elks\, 63 Bay State Rd\, Wakefield\, 01880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Lions Club":MAILTO:info@readinglionsclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250404T225958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T225958Z
UID:10000803-1744308900-1744315200@www.readingrecap.com
SUMMARY:📽️ CodeSwitching: Race and Identity in the Suburban Schoolhouse
DESCRIPTION:CodeSwitching: Race and Identity in the Suburban Schoolhouse an intimate portrayal of self-identity\, race\, gender\, and education by Mike Mascoll
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%bd%ef%b8%8f-codeswitching-race-and-identity-in-the-suburban-schoolhouse/
LOCATION:Reading Memorial High School\, 62 Oakland Rd\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,METCO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250327T133956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T032940Z
UID:10000800-1744227000-1744234200@www.readingrecap.com
SUMMARY:🎨 Reading Art Association April 9 Painting Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:On April 9\, 2025 the Reading Art Association will host a demonstration by Andrew Anderson-Bell. Andrew will demonstrate his pastel landscape technique. \nThe meeting will be held in Guild Hall\, First Congregational Church (middle side door)\, Sanborn Street\, Reading\, Wednesday April 9\, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. \nMore information about Andrew and this demo is available on the RAA website. \nhttp://www.readingart.org/apr2025demo.shtml \nYou can see some of Andrew’s work at his website: https://www.anderson-bellstudio.com/
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/reading-art-association-april-9-painting-demonstration/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 25 Woburn Street\, Reading MA\, 01867
CATEGORIES:Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Art Association":MAILTO:webmaster@readingart.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250305T154551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T154551Z
UID:10000790-1744095600-1744142400@www.readingrecap.com
SUMMARY:🗳️ Local Town Election Day
DESCRIPTION:April 8\, 2025 Local Town Election Information \n7:00 AM to 8:00 PM – Reading Memorial High School Field House \n\nDeadline to request a vote by mail ballot to be mailed is by 5:00 PM on April 1st.\nDeadline to request an absentee ballot to be mailed is by 5:00 PM on April 1st.\nDeadline to request an absentee ballot in person is by 12:00 PM on April 7th.\nLast day to Register to Vote – by 5:00 PM on March 29th.\nIn-Person Early Voting will be March 31st to April 3rd at Reading Town Hall\n\nMonday March 31st – 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM\nTuesday April 1st – 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM\nWednesday April 2nd – 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM\nThursday April 4th – 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM\n\n\n\nRegister to Vote Online \nRegister to Vote Application (PDF) \nVote By Mail Application (PDF) \nRequest Vote By Mail Ballot Online \nAbsentee Ballot Application (PDF) \n 
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%97%b3%ef%b8%8f-local-town-election-day/
LOCATION:Hawkes Field House at Reading Memorial High School\, 62 Oakland Road\, Reading\, MA
CATEGORIES:Elections
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250320T230607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T230607Z
UID:10000797-1743620400-1743627600@www.readingrecap.com
SUMMARY:📆 Joint Community Forums: Killam School & Reading Center for Active Living
DESCRIPTION:Join town officials and project leaders as they come together to host two joint forums on the projects coming before the community this Spring: The Killam School Building Project and the Reading Center for Active Living (ReCAL) project.\n\n \n\nThe first forum will be held in-person on Wednesday\, April 2 at 7pm at the RMHS Performing Arts Center.  The second forum will be held virtually on Zoom on Wednesday April 16 at 7pm.\n\n \n\nBoth forums will cover the Killam School and ReCAL projects and the anticipated financial impact for residents.\n\n \n\nSee additional information about both projects here: https://www.readingma.gov/963/Improving-Reading.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%86-joint-community-forums-killam-school-reading-center-for-active-living/
LOCATION:Reading Memorial High School\, 62 Oakland Rd\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forum,Town Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250310T015906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T015906Z
UID:10000794-1743350400-1743357600@www.readingrecap.com
SUMMARY:🎤10th Annual Tribute Concert and Hymn Sing
DESCRIPTION:10th Annual Tribute Concert and Hymn Sing \nMarch 30th\, 4 pm \nOld South United Methodist Church \nLocated at the top of Reading Square\, 6 Salem. St. \nCome hear wonderful solo and choir performances\, interspersed with your favorite hymns — at our 10th Tribute Concert and Hymn Sing! We will feature local talent\, graduates New England Conservatory and Berklee College of Music\, in addition to our brass ensemble\, handbell choir and the Tribute Concert choir.  It promises to be an uplifting afternoon of music.  https://www.oldsouthumc.org/ \nFunds are raised in advance of the concert to support the work Old South and the United Methodist Church which seeks to make this world a better place. The concert is free (no tickets!) but there is a goodwill offering\, if people feel inclined to give.  Mostly\, Old South just wants to fill the sanctuary with people and great music\, so please come join us! \nThere will be a reception following the concert\, too!
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%a410th-annual-tribute-concert-and-hymn-sing/
LOCATION:Old South Methodist Church\, 6 Salem Street\, Reading\, 01867
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250223T200646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T200646Z
UID:10000775-1743325200-1743336000@www.readingrecap.com
SUMMARY:🐰 Easter Bunny at GoodHearts Childrens Shop
DESCRIPTION:The Easter Bunny will be at Good Hearts Sunday March 30th 9am-12pm. \nCapturing Simple Moments Photography will be joining us to photograph the children with the Easter Bunny.  \nThe cost for the event is $40 per family\, each family will have a visit and photo with the Easter Bunny. \nThe photos will be uploaded to a public gallery on Monday\, April 14th for download (at no additional charge) after the event. \n(On average 2 photos per family)  \nThe timeslot allows for up to 4 people a visit and photo with the Easter Bunny\, if you have a larger party please book an additional timeslot.  \nFee in nonrefundable.  \nTO SIGN UP: Choose an available time from drop down menu and add to cart. At check out make sure to select Store Pick Up to avoid paying shipping costs. \nIf you have any questions or need help booking a timeslot you can call the store at 781-942-9700 for assistance.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%90%b0-easter-bunny-at-goodhearts-childrens-shop-2/
LOCATION:GoodHearts Childrens Shop\, 642 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867-1515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Shop 01867
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ORGANIZER;CN="GoodHearts Childrens Shop":MAILTO:info@goodheartsshop.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250302T014751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T014751Z
UID:10000782-1743069600-1743075000@www.readingrecap.com
SUMMARY:💲ReCAL Financial Overview Forum
DESCRIPTION:The next public forums for the Reading Center for Active Living project will be held in March and will go over the financial outlook of the project. Join project leaders and town staff on Tuesday March 25 at 6:30pm at the Pleasant Street Center or on Thursday March 27 at 10am at Town Hall in the Select Board Room. The same information will be shared at both forums\, but different times and locations are being provided to enable more residents to attend. Both forums will be recorded\, and there will be virtual attendance options forthcoming. \nIf you have feedback or thoughts to share on the project\, or want to learn more\, please visit the project website at readingma.gov/recal or reach out to ReCAL@readingma.gov.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%92%b2recal-financial-overview-forum-2/
LOCATION:Town Hall\, 16 Lowell Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forum,RECAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250302T014636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T014636Z
UID:10000781-1742927400-1742932800@www.readingrecap.com
SUMMARY:💲ReCAL Financial Overview Forum
DESCRIPTION:The next public forums for the Reading Center for Active Living project will be held in March and will go over the financial outlook of the project. Join project leaders and town staff on Tuesday March 25 at 6:30pm at the Pleasant Street Center or on Thursday March 27 at 10am at Town Hall in the Select Board Room. The same information will be shared at both forums\, but different times and locations are being provided to enable more residents to attend. Both forums will be recorded\, and there will be virtual attendance options forthcoming. \nIf you have feedback or thoughts to share on the project\, or want to learn more\, please visit the project website at readingma.gov/recal or reach out to ReCAL@readingma.gov.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%92%b2recal-financial-overview-forum/
LOCATION:Pleasant Street Center\, 49 Pleasant Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forum,RECAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180256
CREATED:20250319T222947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T231629Z
UID:10000796-1742842800-1742850000@www.readingrecap.com
SUMMARY:🎙️ 1st Annual Candidate Conversations Forum
DESCRIPTION:On Monday May 24th from 7-9pm\, Reading Recap will be hosting it’s First Annual Candidate Conversations Forum! This will be our modern take on the typical Meet the Candidates forum of years past. Moderating both forums will be longtime Reading School Committee member\, Charles Robinson\, whose not seeking reelection this year. This will be your first look at this years candidates from the contested races of the Select Board and School Committee. We will be live-streaming it to our YouTube\, Facebook\, X and Twitch pages and it will be provided to RCTV for rebroadcast on television if they so choose. \nWe’ll have the URL’s up by this weekend as well as additional details.
URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%99%ef%b8%8f-1st-annual-candidate-conversations-forum/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Elections,Forum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Recap":MAILTO:editor@readingrecap.com
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