Recapping Everything in Reading, MA

RMHS Boys Soccer Fundraiser
2022-09-30 11:30 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Mandarin, 296 Salem Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Support RMHS Boys Soccer at Mandarin Reading Friday, September 30, 2022.
Dine in or Take out orders.
Please bring this flyer or mention “RMHS Boys Soccer” when ordering and 20% of the proceeds will be donated.
Thank you for your support!

Lunch N Learn at the Pleasant Street Center
2022-09-29 12:00 - 14:00 | Pleasant Street Center, 49 Pleasant Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Do you know about the plans for a new Center? Join us for lunch, find out what’s happening!
September 29, 2022—NOON
Pleasant Street Center
49 Pleasant Street
Reading, MA
RSVP (781) 942-6794
*Grant Funded by the Town of Reading, American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

MVPHC Recovery & Remembrance Event
2022-09-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Town Common, 680 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Coalition Announces Regional Recovery & Remembrance Event
A gathering of Mystic Valley Public Health Coalition communities in Reading, MA
Join us for the 2022 Recovery & Remembrance Event at the Reading Town Common located at 16 Lowell Street on Wednesday September 28, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm in Reading, Massachusetts. The Mystic Valley Public Health Coalition invites all seven of our communities to celebrate those living in recovery and to remember those loved ones we have not forgotten. Coalitions in Malden, Medford, Melrose, Reading, Stoneham, Wakefield and Winchester have organized this special event to offer opportunities for networking, learning and remembering.
Schedule of Events
6:00-6:15 pm- Networking, Info tables and Decorate a candle bag for a loved one activity
6:15-6:45 pm- Speakers (celebrating recovery, family support)
6:45-7:00 pm- Walk to Remember & Purple Ribbon Display
7:00-7:30 pm- Candlelight vigil walk around the common
Want to volunteer or host a table, click here https://bit.ly/3OKljlH
Want to remember a loved one, click here https://bit.ly/3OKljlH
For more information on this event, contact Erica McNamara, MPH, Director, Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support at emcnamara@ci.reading.ma.us

Sweet Treats with Senator Lewis
2022-09-28 14:00 - 15:30 | Pleasant Street Center, 49 Pleasant Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Join Senator Jason Lewis for ice cream sundaes.
September 28th from 2-3:30PM at the Pleasant Street Center.

Reading Blood Drive
2022-09-28 09:00 - 19:00, 2022-09-15 13:30 - 19:00 | Masonic Lodge, 110 Haven Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading Community
Blood Drives
Good Samaritan Lodge
110 Haven Street, Reading
Thursday, September 15, 2022
1:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
9:00 a.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)

RMHS Choir Ice Cream Fundraiser
2022-09-27 16:00 - 20:00 | Cal’s Creamery, 122 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Tuesday September 27th from 4-8PM at Cal’s Creamery. Ice Cream Only.

Football and Cheer Social Fundraiser
2022-09-24 19:00 - 23:00 | Wakefield Elks, 63 Bay State Rd, Wakefield, 01880, United States
Come join us for the 2022 Season Kickoff Adult Social!! Tickets are limited so act fast!! $30 per person or $250 for Group of 10.

RMHS Band @ Home Football Game
2022-09-23 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

Parker PTO & Cupcake City Fundraiser
2022-09-22 12:00 - 18:00 | Cupcake City, 137 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Parker PTO & Cupcake City Fundraiser

Thursday, Sep. 22nd, 12-6pm

137 Main Street
Reading, MA

Who doesn’t love a good cupcake while supporting the Parker PTO? Take advantage of the early release day and head to Cupcake City for a sweet treat. Mention Parker and 20% of all sales will be donated to the PTO.
Everyday Flavors

Hostess ~ Peanut Butter ~Lemon ~ Red Velvet

Signature Chocolate ~ Vanilla ~ Oreo Cookie ~ Salted Caramel

Cupcakes are $3.75 each and gluten-free or vegan cupcakes are $4.25 each. Gluten-free and vegan need to be pre-ordered by September 20th. www.cupcake-city.com

R.A.D. Classes
2022-09-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Reading Police Station, 15 Union Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Rape Aggression Defense For Women
Hosted by Reading Police Department
SPECIAL THANKS WOMEN’S LEAGUE OF READING
Monday, September 19, 2022 6pm-9pm
Wednesday, September 21, 2022 6pm-9pm
Monday, September 26, 2022 6pm-9pm
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 6pm-9pm
–This is a 4 night course–
The class is free of charge and will be held in Reading on the above dates. Call 781-942-6761 or email Community Service Officer O’Shaughnessy at KOShaughnessy@ci.reading.ma.us for sign-ups and questions.

Colonial Chorus Players Trivia Night Fundraiser
2022-09-17 19:00 - 22:00 | RCTV Studios, 557 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Saturday, September 17th from 7PM-10PM @ RCTV Studios. Doors open at 6:30PM
For more info or to reserve a table email Maryellen at Treasurer@ccp1961.org

The Lawn
2022-09-17 18:30 - 20:00 | FBC Reading, 45 Woburn St, Reading, 01867
The Lawn is a free outdoor community concert series that features contemporary Christian music in a relaxed atmosphere. No matter where you’re at in your spiritual journey, or whether you even consider yourself a Christian you are welcome here!
You’ll also get to hear from local non-profit and community organizations and events and learn about how you can get involved!
This month we’ll be having RPD and RFD come by for a “touch-a-truck” event in addition to hearing about the Reading Prayer Initiative.

Arts Reading Fundraiser
2022-09-16 11:30 - 21:30 | Mandarin, 296 Salem Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Fundraiser to Benefit Arts Reading!
Our Members:
Ivy Chord Coffeehouse, Colonial Chorus Players, Everett and Ginny Blodgett, Nora Bucko, Heather Gay, Whitelam Books, Joe Leto, Jr., Quannapowitt Players, Inc., Reading Historical Commission, Reading Public Library, Town of Reading, The Music Porch, Northeast Youth Ballet, Creative Arts for Kids, CATO Coalition of Us, Reading Symphony Orchestra, and Rick Corbett Art.
WHEN: September 16, 2022

WHERE: MANDARIN READING, 296 Salem Street,
Reading, MA 01867
TIME: 11:30 AM-9:30 PM
Go to our website and download a coupon to present to your server.

20% of your bill will be donated to Arts Reading.
The coupon is good for both dine-in and take-out.
Visit our website, www.artsreading.org and “Like” our Facebook page.

Citizens Police Academy 2022
2022-09-13 18:30 - 2022-11-08 20:30 | Reading Police Station, 15 Union Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Chief David Clark is pleased to announce that the Reading Police Department will offer a Citizens Police Academy (CPA) for community members.

The CPA will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 13, and will run through Tuesday, Nov. 8. Classes will be held at the Reading Police Department and the Pleasant Street Center on Tuesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Through the CPA, participants will get a tour of the station, see the inside and outside of police cruisers, and learn about investigations, firearms, dispatch procedures, and crime prevention tactics via classroom teaching and demonstrations. Participants will also get to meet the Reading Police Department’s comfort dogs Cooper and Rusty.

“tWe’re excited to invite community members to come and get a close-up view of the work that we do to protect the community, while also having an opportunity to meet and get to know Reading officers who work in the community”.

-Deputy Chief Christine Amendola
After graduating the program, participants will get to schedule a ride along with a Reading police officer. Participants must attend at least six out of nine classes in order to schedule a ride along.

“We are thrilled to once again offer this amazing program, and I encourage all residents to participate. Our staff thoroughly enjoys the opportunity to teach classes and interact with the public we serve.”

-Chief David Clark

To register for the academy, download an application found here: https://www.readingma.gov/181/Citizens-Police-Academy. Applications should be returned in-person or via email to Community Service Officer Kristen O’Shaughnessy, who can be reached via email at: koshaughnessy@ci.reading.ma.us

Participants must be 16 years old with parental consent or 18 years old to register. Limited space is available. Reading residents will receive priority over non residents.

Those looking for more information are asked to contact Community Service Officer Kristen O’Shaughnessy at (781) 942-6761.

0 Oakland Rd Public Meeting
2022-09-12 19:30 - 23:30 | Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
COURTESY NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the Community Planning and Development Commission (CPDC) will hold a Public Meeting on Monday, September 12, 2022 at 7:30 PM, in-person in the
Select Board Meeting Room at Reading Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, Massachusetts AND by including participation through the remote and online measures below, to discuss the conceptual design for affordable housing development at the townowned property located at 0 Oakland Road (Assessors Map 33, Lots 19 and 21). A copy of the accompanying plans are available to the public at Town Hall and on the Town website the Thursday prior to the hearing.
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-Reading Community Planning & Development Commission

Dunk the Readings at the Fall Street Faire
2022-09-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Town Common, 680 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
You’ll find them on the middle of Haven Street – wet, cold, and a little nervous. Our local leaders are volunteering their time in the Dunk Tank to support two great causes – the Reading Rotary Club/Fall Street Faire and the owners of Ruff N’ Ready Dog Grooming, a small local business that recently suffered a serious setback.
1 ball – $2
3 balls – $5
Auto Dunk – $20
In the Dunk Tank

Fidel Maltez, Town Manager
Dr. Thomas Milaschewski, Superintendent of Schools
Kevin Tracey, Reading Memorial High School Principal
Kadi Buckley, Reading Memorial High School Assistant Principal
Rochelle Rubino, Parker Middle School Principal
Jay Peledge, Parker Middle School Assistant Principal
Carlo Bacci, Select Board
Mark Dockser, Select Board
Chris Haley, Select Board
Jackie McCarthy, Select Board
Tom Wise, School Committee

14th Annual Reading Fall Street Faire
2022-09-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Town Common, 680 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
The Reading Fall Street Faire is an annual community event bringing together local restaurants, retail businesses and community groups for a fun-filled, family-friendly day. Enjoy great food, live entertainment on three stages, games, kids zones, an antique car show, and more than one hundred vendor and community group booths. There is something for everyone to enjoy.
The Fall Street Faire is organized by the Reading Rotary Club.

State Primary Election
2022-09-06 07:00 - 20:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Polls will be open from 7 AM – 8 PM at the RMHS Hawkes Fieldhouse, 62 Oakland Road.

Friends of Reading Field Hockey Raffle
2022-09-04 08:00 - 2022-09-21 08:00 | Online
Are you having labor day parties and noticing your cooler won’t make it to next season? Or maybe you’ve had a great beach/pool summer and your hair could use a little TLC? Well the Reading High Field Hockey teams have just the solution!
They are raffling off two great items to support their teams; A Yeti Cooler and Living proof hair-care products.

1 Ticket for $10 or 3 for $20

You can Venmo @caryn-hayes-3 if you’d like tickets or reach out to any team member!
Have a safe holiday weekend and thank you for your support.

Reading ARPA Advisory Committee Meeting
2022-08-31 19:00 - 22:00 | Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States

International Overdose Awareness Day
2022-08-31 17:30 - 18:30 | Town Common, 680 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Police Chief David Clark and Director Erica McNamara would like to invite the community to join the Reading Police Department, the Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support and the Mystic Valley Public Health Coalition as they recognize International Overdose Awareness Day.
Reading Police, the Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support, and the Mystic Valley Public Health Coalition will come together to recognize International Overdose Awareness Day in Reading, and to spread the word about a coming project to remember loved ones lost to overdose.
Speakers will include Chief Clark, Director Erica McNamara of the Reading Coalition for Prevention and Support, and Reading Town Manager Fidel Maltez.
International Overdose Awareness Day seeks to facilitate a better understanding of overdose, reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths, and create change that reduces the harms associated with drug misuse.
Statistics and anecdotal evidence for this year show that the situation is becoming ever-more critical, exacerbated in many areas by the pandemic decreasing the tolerance of people who use drugs and disrupting both services and the drug supply chain.

“The opioid epidemic has shown all too clearly that overdose can affect anyone, from any class level or position in life, and that the resulting pain for families is devastating. I hope community members will join us as we recognize how much has been lost, and work together to honor the memories of those whose lives were claimed by this disorder.”
Chief David Clark

Additionally, the Reading Police Department would like to call attention to a regional story-gathering effort — A Walk to Remember — which is being led by the Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support in partnership with the Mystic Valley Public Health Coalition.
The organizations will be gathering stories from around the region (Malden, Medford, Melrose, Reading, Stoneham, Wakefield and Winchester) to honor those lost to substance misuse. These stories will be displayed at a special event in September to promote understanding, compassion, and change. An online story display also will be made available.
To learn more about International Overdose Awareness Day, visit: https://www.overdoseday.com/.
About The Reading Coalition
The Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support, formerly known as RCASA, was established in 2006 in Reading. The coalition started as a town, police, school, and community initiative focused on improving collaboration and reducing substance misuse. Today, the coalition funded under the Reading Police Department, offers programs and services that focus on substance misuse prevention and mental health promotion. Visit the Coalition at https://www.reading.k12.ma.us/community/readingcoalition/. Follow the Coalition on Instagram, like it on Facebook, and follow it on Twitter.
About the Mystic Valley Public Health Coalition (MVPHC)
MVPHC connects Malden, Medford, Melrose, Reading, Stoneham, Wakefield, and Winchester. Together, the Coalition collaborates on importance prevention initiatives to support its communities. Find more info at www.mysticvalleypublichealth.org.

First Day of School
2022-08-31 08:00 - 14:30 | MA
The first day of school for K-12 begins on Wednesday, August 31st and the last day is Thursday, June 15th pending no snow days of course. In total, with breaks, there are 21 days of no school this year.

Select Board Meeting
2022-08-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States

Laschi Hairstylists & Day Spa Cut-A-Thon
2022-08-29 09:00 - 15:00 | Laschi Hairstylists & Day Spa, 150 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
CUT-A-THON DETAILS
8/29/22 from 9-3 pm Laschi Hairstylists & Day Spa
Hair cuts only (no blow drying, this is to maximize our time)
$20 Donation
100% of the proceeds go directly to the foundation.
Please call 781-944-6111 for your appointment.
There will be raffles, and prize baskets given out throughout the day. Haircuts only, please.
We will have the raffle prizes displayed for the cut-a-thon starting the week of the 22nd in the salon. So even if you can’t make it that day you can buy a raffle ticket.
Raffle Baskets/Gift Certificates/Money Tree (Big plant filled with tons of Scratch tickets) &much more!
Orange tickets

1 ticket is $5
3 tickets for $10
7 tickets for $20

Purple tickets

$10 each
Prizes worth over $250+
Fire Pit
Dinner for 2 @ North End Restaurant (Limoncellos)
Complimentary one weekend night stay package @The Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel with breakfast for 2 included
Complimentary one-night stay package with breakfast for 2 included @ Boston Marriott Long Wharf Hotel

More big prizes to share!

RMHS Girls Swim Team Fundraiser
2022-08-28 10:00 - 15:00 | Harrows Chicken Pies, GV5W+74, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Please come out to support the RMHS Girls Swim team.
SUNDAY, 8/28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harrows parking lot.
You’ll get to meet the swimmers and the captains’ parents, and get your car washed!

Early Voting for September 6th Primary
2022-08-27 09:00 - 2022-09-02 18:00 | Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Elections and Voter Registration
State Primary – September 6, 2022 / Last Day to Register to Vote – August 27, 2022
State Election – November 8, 2022 / Last Day to Register to Vote – October 29, 2022
Town Election – April 4, 2023 / Last Day to Register to Vote – March 25, 2023
September 6, 2022 State Primary Election Information – Early Voting Hours

To vote in the 2022 September State Primary Election you must request an absentee ballot, request an vote by mail ballot or vote in person.
Deadline to request an vote by mail ballot to be mailed is by 5:00 pm on August 29th.
Deadline to request an absentee ballot to be mailed is by 5:00 pm on August 29th.
Deadline to request an absentee ballot in person is by 5:30 pm on September 1st.

November 8, 2022 State Election Information

To vote in the 2022 November State Election you must request an absentee ballot, request an vote by mail ballot or vote in person.
Deadline to request an vote by mail ballot to be mailed is by 5:00 pm on November 1st.
Deadline to request an absentee ballot to be mailed is by 5:00 pm on November 1st.
Deadline to request an absentee ballot in person is by 12:00 pm on November 7th.

Paving Update
2022-08-25 07:00 - 17:00 | MA
Please be advised that beginning on Thursday, August 25th, 2022 at 7:00 A.M., weather permitting, EJ Paving Corporation will be paving (binder mix) a portion of Sunnyside Avenue (Fairview Avenue to Melbourne Avenue), and Melbourne Avenue.
Delays, detours, and road closures should be expected. If you need your vehicle during this time, please be prepared for potential delays as construction is occurring. Also, all on-street parking will be prohibited and will be strictly enforced by the Reading Police Department.
If work is occurring on your scheduled trash day, please have your trash and recycling at the curb no later than 6:30 A.M. to ensure pickup.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Town of Reading Engineering Division at 781-942-9082 or visit their webpage at www.readingma.gov for updated information.

Beer Garden on the Common
2022-08-20 14:00 - 20:00 | Town Common, 680 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Town Manager, Fidel Maltez, announced at last nights Select Board meeting that after the success of the Town’s first beer garden that a second one was planned for August 20th from 2PM-8PM. Sponsored again by the the Friends of Reading Rec, this time will feature beer from the Winter Hill Brewing Company + Scott Brothers. Also mentioned last night was that an Oktoberfest was in the works for this coming October.
Food this time around will be provided by Pizza World and Half & Half. There will also be Face Painting, Ice Cream and Games for the kids. ID’s will be required for the beer garden.
– Alcohol must remain inside the perimeter on the common that has been set up.
– Only those with proper Identification that are 21+ will be served and must get a wristband.
– Dogs are allowed, however they must remain on a leash at all times and under their owners control.
Don’t forget to bring your camping chairs and blankets!

2022 Welcome Back Picnic
2022-08-20 12:00 - 16:00 | 280 Bridge Street, 280 Bridge Street, Dedham, MA, 02026, United States
Calling all RPS families and staff for a welcome back “multicultural mash-up” picnic for the 2022-23 school year!

About this event

The event will be outdoors with lawn games and music, with access to restrooms and free parking. In case of rain, there is an indoor space onsite. Bring lawn chairs or blankets.
Main courses will be provided and anyone who would like to bring a side dish or dessert to share, please feel free to do so, and please bring a listing of the ingredients to place next to the dish. Dishes from all cuisines are welcome – bring something your family loves!
Register for the event here.

Additionally, there is a SignUpGenius link for the event as well for donations, food and other materials needed for the event.
