Recapping Everything in Reading, MA

Fall Food Drive
2022-10-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-16 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | 26 Oak Ridge Rd, 26 Oak Ridge Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
WHERE: 26 Oak Ridge Road and 63 Edgemont Avenue
WHEN: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14th-SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16th
MOST NEEDED ITEMS:

CANNED TUNA/MEATS
PEANUT BUTTER
RICE
BLACK BEANS
CANNED VEGGIES
CANNED TOMATOES
MAC & CHEESE
SNACK PACKS (PRETZELS, CHIPS, ETC.)

CHALLENGE: If they collect more than 150 items in each of the categories above, two area companies will each give $250 more in donated food for a total of $500. Thank you!

Discover the Arts Day
2022-10-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Town Common, 680 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
“Discover the Arts Day” – October 15, 2022, 10-2 PM
Everyone is welcome to attend this fun and rewarding event on
Reading Town Common, in October of every year!
It highlights all of the Arts Reading Members, Businesses, and
Associates on Reading Town Common with tables under canopies
sharing their worthwhile artistic attributes with you.
There are various performers on stage to bring you some of the
most noted talents in the community and in the local area!
Rain Date Sunday Oct 16, 1-5 PM
Performers:
“Rhodium Plated RP”
“5th Gear”
“Stoneface Mountain”
“Mary-Beth Maes”
Contact us If you would like to participate.
Reading Town Common 10 AM to 2 PM (Rain: Sunday 1 PM to 5 PM)

Reading Fire Department Open House
2022-10-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Reading Fire Department, 757 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Open House at the Fire Headquarters at 757 Main Street on Saturday, Oct 15, from 10AM – 2PM. ng Fire Demonstrations and Activities for all ages. Mark your calendars!

Laurel Kluge Ribbon Run/Walk 5K
2022-10-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Burbank YMCA, 36 Arthur B Lord Dr, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
The Burbank YMCA has joined forces with the Wilmington/Tewksbury Chamber of Commerce to host our annual 5K. The Laurel Kluge 5K Ribbon Run/Walk will be part of the Together We Move 5K series to support the Burbank YMCA’s effort to fund our Breast Cancer Survivorship Program PINK and our new Older Active Adult Fitness Program , Enhance Fitness. Our nation and communities are facing a health crisis, and we continue our commitment to step up to help heal and provide hope to those who are struggling with their wellbeing by designing health programs that address the mind, body and spirit. We offer real tools and real support in person, or virtually, to address health disparities and help everyone create healthy habits to make real, long lasting, positive changes.
Sunday, October 16, 2022 Location: Burbank YMCA Race Time: 9:00 AM

Ruff N' Ready Fundraiser
2022-10-16 09:00 - 12:00 | The Dirty Doodle, 236 Main St, Stoneham, MA, 02180, United States
100% OF PROCEEDS TO SUPPORT: RUFF N’ READ, a local Reading business.
Sunday October 16th 9AM-12PM.
THE DIRTY DOODLE & ALL THAT JAZZ GROOMING SALON 236 MAIN STREET STONEHAM, MA 02180
PLEASE, JOIN US FOR A MORNING OF SPOOKY FUN WITH YOUR BEST FRIEND AND HELP SUPPORT A SMALL BUSINESS IN NEED.
AFTERALL, WE GET BY WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM OUR FRIENDS.

Inclusive Family Kickball
2022-10-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Washington Park, 86 Washington St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Mark your calendars for next Sunday, October 16th, between 11AM and 1PM at Washington Park.
This will be a wonderful opportunity for individuals of all ages with and without disabilities to show support and to foster community inclusion! It is going to be a fun event and we hope to see you there!

If you can, we are still looking for volunteers for snacks and drinks. If you are interested you can sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b054caea629aafc1-sepac

or E-mail: SEPACReading@gmail.com

Reading Youth Softball Clinic Fundraiser
2022-10-16 13:00 - 16:00 | Birch Meadow Park, Birch Meadow Park, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Join the RMHS Varsity softball team and our new head coach, Lauren Cucinotta, at Birch Meadow Park Sunday October 16th for a youth softball clinic fundraiser. Grades 2-8. Register at readingsoftballinc.com
Reading Softball, Inc. (RSI) is 501(c)(3) non-profit, local community softball organization, officially chartered under Little League International.

Nashoba Ski & Snowboard Program Gr. 3-8
2022-10-18 | Nashoba Valley Ski Area, 79 Powers Road, Westford, MA, 01886, United States
Reading Recreation is pleased to offer the Nashoba Valley Ski and Snowboard Program in 2023! This program will run for five consecutive weeks starting the first week in January. If the program is forced to run into late March, cancelled sessions cannot be made up and refunds/credits will not be granted by either the Reading Recreation Division or Nashoba Valley Ski Area.
Parents, please understand that the nature of this program requires participants to behave independently without constant adult supervision. There will be a 15:1 children to chaperone ratio. Nashoba Valley staff is not included in this ratio. If you are interested in volunteering as a monitor, please contact Arielle Carney at (781) 942-9075 or email acarney@ci.reading.ma.us
Registration will open on Tuesday, October 18th at 8:00AM and will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Transportation will take place at the lot across from Coolidge Middle School. Children must arrive no later than 3:15pm and parents must be at the pick-up no later than 6:45pm. The program begins Tuesday, January 3, 2023.
Program Fees: Lift/Lesson/Transportation – $533
Lift/Transportation – $380
Renting Equipment: A separate rental night will be held on Wednesday, November 30th at the Parker Middle School Cafeteria from 6:00PM-7:00PM. Ski Rental Corp. will fit renters for their ski/snowboard equipment. Please contact Nashoba Valley directly for rental rates. These fees must be paid on the rental night as payment is made directly to Ski Rental Corp.
REFUND POLICY ~ PLEASE READ!!! ~
On or before December 15th:
Refund minus $10 in the form of a check or a full credit to your Reading Recreation account to use for future Reading Recreation programs.
After December 15th:
No refund checks or Reading Recreation account credits will be given for cancellations unless a doctor’s note is provided

New Resident Open House at the Reading Public Library
2022-10-18 17:30 - 19:30 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Are you new to Reading? Then you are invited to Reading’s New Resident Open House! Come to the library on October 18 to meet representatives from town government, schools, youth groups, community, and religious organizations, learn about services, programs, and events in Reading, and enjoy refreshments while you mingle with other new residents
The first 50 new residents to register will receive a welcome bag filled with information and swag from local businesses one welcome bag per family. Register today: https://bit.ly/RPLNewResident

Coffee with a Cop
2022-10-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Caffè Nero, 676 Main St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Save the date! We have another Coffee with a Cop scheduled at Caffe Nero on Thursday, October 20th 10am-11:30am!!

RMHS PTO Restaurant Night
2022-10-20 11:00 - 21:00 | Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, 48 Walkers Brook Dr, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Hello RMHS Families!

SAVE THE DATE…Our first restaurant night for the 2022/2023 calendar year is next THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20TH at Anthony’s Coal Fire Pizza!!! Spread the word!!!

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza is donating back to Reading Memorial High School PTO – you can help by eating!

On Thursday, October 20th Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, 48 WALKERS BROOK DR, will donate 20% of Dine-In, Takeout & Pick up orders to Reading Memorial High School PTO. Please help us by RSVPing to save the date and inviting a friend (or 2) to eat with you! RSVP & details here: https://grouprai.se/s234807

Early Voting for November Election
2022-10-22 07:30 - 2022-11-04 18:00 | Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Early Voting for the November 8, 2022 Election
Where: Reading Town Hall 1St Floor Conference Room
When: October 22nd — November 4th
During normal Town Hall business hours: Mon, Wed & Thurs 7:30 am – 5:30 pm Tues 7:30 am – 7:00 pm
Additional hours: Sat October 22nd 9:00 am — 5:00 pm, Fri October 28th 2:00 pm — 6:00 pm, Sat October 29th 9:00 am — 5:00 pm, Fri November 4th 2:00 pm — 6:00pm
Available to all Reading registered voters

🛏️ RMHS Band Parents Mattress Fundraiser
2022-10-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Coolidge Middle School, 89 Birch Meadow Dr, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
9th Annual RMHS Band Parents Mattress Fundraiser. Every purchase benefits the program.
Twin from $199, Full from $289, Queen from $299, King from $499
Sunday October 22nd from 10AM – 4PM at Coolidge Middle School, 89 Birch Meadow Drive.

Run to Heal 5K
2022-10-22 12:00 - 14:00 | Memorial Park, 53 Harrison St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Mark your calendars. Fitness Within’s 2022 Operation Run To Heal 5K will be IN-PERSON on Saturday, October 22, at Memorial Park, with an epic after-party beer garden celebration at the Reading Common! We are thrilled to partner with Home Base and the Town of Reading to create an event that will have a massive impact on our Veterans and their Families. Join our incredible community in this year’s Operation Run To Heal 5K, and together we will be part of something much bigger than ourselves!
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WALK – RUN – RUCK
Whether you want to take your time, push your pace, or throw a pack on to experience rucking with our brave service members, we will complete the mission together!
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WHAT’S INCLUDED

Operation Run To Heal Race Shirt.
Operation Run To Heal Dog Tag Finisher Medal
FREE beer ticket for the beer garden after party (participants 21 & over)**Must show ID when picking up your race packet to receive your beer ticket
Entertainment includes live music, food offerings, local vendors
**Gold Warrior Challenge Dog Tag Medal for participants who register for the pre-race Warrior Challenge Bootcamp Class – 1.5 hours before the 5K race (ALL fitness levels welcomed) **limited spots**
Chipped Timed

Schedule

October 22 12:00 PM EDT – WARRIOR CHALLENGE BOOT-CAMP CLASS
October 22 1:00 PM EDT – OPENING CEREMONY

October 22 1:30 PM EDT – RACE START

October 22 2:00 PM EDT – Beer Garden

Oktoberfest on the Town Common
2022-10-22 13:00 - 19:00 | Town Common, 680 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
October 22nd Reading Town Common from 1-7PM.
Beer, music, food trucks, games and activities!

Privacy & Reproductive Rights: What You Need to Know
2022-10-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
This virtual webinar will cover the ways that our digital lives—including app use, social media, purchases, GPS data and more—expose information about our reproductive choices. Participants will learn how to map out their own personal risk profile and will leave with strategies to protect themselves from having their personal information weaponized against them, as well as protect the safety and choices of those around them.
This program is generously sponsored by The Friends of the Reading Public Library and is co-hosted with Pollard Memorial Library in Lowell and Groton Public Library.

Burgers for Benefits Fundraiser
2022-10-25 15:00 - 18:00 | Fuddruckers, 50 Walkers Brook Dr, Reading, MA, 01867-1515, United States
Dine out for a Good Cause! Tuesday, October 25, 2022 from 3 PM to 6 PM to Benefit Robockets 4761.
FUDDRUCKERS, READING, Inside Jordan’s Furniture, Exit 39 off Rt. 128 Reading. Fuddruckers will donate 20% of your total meal price to the organization if this flyer is presented to the cashier.
Only valid at our Reading, MA Location.

Meet Mystic Valley Elder Services at the Library!
2022-10-25 18:30 - 19:30 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Do you know about Mystic Valley Elder Services? Their mission is to make it possible for older adults to live independently in their own homes for as long as possible and as safely as possible. They offer a variety of services for older adults and caregivers too. We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. To ask questions about accessibility or request accommodations, please contact Ally Dowds at adowds@noblenet.org.
Assistive listening systems will be available in this library program. Please ask library staff members for more information.

Lions Wreath Sale to Benefit the Reading Food Pantry
2022-10-26 - 2022-11-07 | Online
Deck your halls and help the Reading Food Pantry! Every year, Lions sell a range of beautiful greenery from McCue Garden Center, with proceeds going to support the important work of the Reading Food Pantry. Wreaths are available in a range of sizes, and there are two Kissing Ball options, both decorated. Wreaths will be cheerfully delivered to your home the Saturday after Thanksgiving, November 26th. Email your order to readinglions01867@gmail.com by Monday, November 7th.

Downtown Trick or Treat
2022-10-26 16:00 - 17:30 | Town Common, 680 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
From 4:00PM – 5:30PM on October 26th.
Various local businesses participating has yet to be determined but will be updated closer to the event date.

Killam Elementary School Tours
2022-10-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Killam Elementary School, 333 Charles St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Attention Town Meeting Members: Please consider joining one of these scheduled tours of Killam Elementary School to learn more about the building.
– Wednesday 10/26 @ 6pm
– Friday 11/4 @ 1pm
– Saturday 11/5 @ 8am
More info: https://www.readingma.gov/749/Killam-School-Building-Committee

Financial Forum
2022-10-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
October 26th @ 7PM in the Reading Public Library
Topics to be discussed include capital projects and budgets.

RMHS Band @ Home Football Game
2022-10-28 16:30 - 21:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
A complete listing of the RMHS Band schedule can be found by clicking here: Marching Band Schedule 2022-23

Birch Meadow Trunk or Treat
2022-10-28 17:00 - 18:30 | Birch Meadow School, 27 Arthur B Lord Dr, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
We are so excited to be able to offer the Birch Meadow Trunk-or-Treat (outdoor event) again for 2022! We look forward to a night filled with treats, music, and a fun scavenger hunt. Click below to sign up to volunteer.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0449aca62babfe3-birch1
We need your help to make this a success!
When: Friday October 28, 5-6:30 PM.
Location: Birch Meadow teachers parking lot
What: This event is open to all Birch Meadow families

Women’s League of Reading Halloween Costume Party
2022-10-28 19:00 - 23:00 | Wakefield Elks, 63 Bay State Rd, Wakefield, 01880, United States
Schools are back in session and it’s September!!!! That means the Women’s League is back too and planning is underway for our fall fundraiser! Our Halloween Party is BACK for 2022! Mark your calendars and get your tickets now…they are sure to sell out FAST! Link to buy tickets here.

Fall Harvest Party and the Lawn Music
2022-10-29 18:00 - 20:00 | First Baptist Church, 45 Woburn St., Reading, 01867
What could be better than a Fall Harvest Party? How about a Fall Harvest Party AND the Lawn happening all in one night! Join us for a fun filled fall evening for ALL AGES! Bounce house, fall crafts, music, friends, and a meet and greet with Reading’s Town Manager! And of course—CANDY!! Come in your costumes for a FUN evening! Music will start at 7 PM!
What is the lawn? The Lawn is an outdoor music event aimed at promoting unity and community in Reading through music and fellowship. Bring a friend and a blanket or chairs and join us on our side lawn this summer for live music, fellowship, and family fun! Each night we will be supporting and spreading information about a local charity. Visit our website for more information! For more information visit: https://lawn.fbcreading.org/

RMHS Band - New England Scholastic Band Association Finals
2022-10-30 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
NESBA (New England Scholastic Band Association) finals, which will be held in Reading on 10/30/2022. It is the all day show with lots of bands.

Reading Trails Committee Fall Walk
2022-10-30 13:30 - 14:30 | Wood End School, 85 Sunset Rock Ln, Reading, 01867
Come join members of the Trails Committee for a guided Fall foliage walk through the Town Forest. Wear comfortable
shoes and weather-appropriate clothing for this easy walk (approximately 2 miles).
When: Sunday, October 30, 2022, at 1:30 PM
Location: The Wood End Elementary School. Please meet at the entrance to the Town Forest.
No RSVP required

Public Forum Regarding Senior/Community Center
2022-11-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Please join the town on Tuesday, November 1, for a Public Forum in the Library’s Community Room regarding the Walgreens site as a potential new Reading Senior/Community Center.
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