BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Recapping Everything in Reading, MA - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Recapping Everything in Reading, MA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.readingrecap.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Recapping Everything in Reading, MA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T213000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231009T210836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T210836Z UID:10000537-1698949800-1698960600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽ¶ Killam Parents Night Out: Music Bingo Tickets DESCRIPTION:Killam Parents Night Out: Music Bingo Tickets!\n\n\nJoin us for a fun-filled evening playing Music Bingo at the Wakefield Elks!Ā  \nNovember 2\, 2023 | Doors open at 6\, music bingo starts at 630 sharp!Ā  \n63 Bay State Rd\, Wakefield\, MA 01880\n \nItā€™s time for parents to unwind and connect with fellow Killam parents. This event is the perfect opportunity to socialize and enjoy some well-deserved adult time including a cash bar and apps. Entertainment for the night will include Music Bingo for everyone who attends along with plenty of raffles to raise funds for the school. \nWhether youā€™re a new parent or a seasoned pro\, come and meet other parents from the Killam community.Ā Donā€™t miss out on this fantastic event! \nRaffle tickets will be available for purchase at the event. \nTickets are $50 per person \nPayment can be made via venmo to @KillamPTO (Memo should include Ā ā€œLast Name ā€“ Music Bingo ā€“ # of Ticketsā€) or in cash/check at the night of. \nAll proceeds are going to the Killam PTO to support our schools including field trips and other school events.\n\nPlease reach out to Kaitlyn Cooper atĀ kmcooper51618@gmail.comĀ or Liz Storti atĀ elecampbell@gmail.comĀ with questions! URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b6-killam-parents-night-out-music-bingo-tickets/ LOCATION:Wakefield Elks\, 63 Bay State Rd\, Wakefield\, 01880\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Killam-PTO-Elks.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Killam PTO":MAILTO:jwkpresidents@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231012T204225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T163848Z UID:10000542-1698606000-1698611400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽø Bobby Jo Valentine Performs at Old South Coffee House DESCRIPTION:Come to Old South on October 29th at 7 pm for coffee and folk music in a cozy fall concert performed by folk singer Bobby Jo Valentine. Tickets will be $12 and will include coffee.Ā  There will also be a dessert bar bake sale! Valentineā€™s music has won Song of the Year three times at the West Coast Songwriters Association\, and his songs have appeared on radio\, TV\, and feature films.Ā  He has performed artist residencies\, hosting songwriting workshops\, and been involved in helping communities of all types use their spaces and voice in more creative\, powerful ways.Ā  Old South is delighted to host him for the evening on his New England Fall Music Tour. \nBobby Joā€™s music exists outside the lines of any genre\, but the musicā€™s thoughtful spirit focused lyrics and catchy melodies reach listeners across all walks of life. The poetic nature and spiritual focus of his stories and songs has resulted in notable awards and a growing loyal following around the country.Ā  He has found a voice with original\, hopeful songs about the gentle everyday spiritual awakenings of an openhearted life. \nOld Southā€™s Coffee House will begin at 7 pm. Tickets are $12 ($30/family) and will be available at the door\, or online at OldSouthUMC.org.Ā  Old South United Methodist Church is located at 6 Salem Street in Reading ā€” the white church with the beautiful steeple and clock tower at the top of the town common. We are so excited that Bobby Jo has chosen to tour atĀ  Old South ā€” and that we have the opportunity to hear such great music in our space.Ā  This is a family-friendly event ā€“ open to everyone in a venue where sitting still is not necessary! URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b8-bobby-jo-valentine-performs-at-old-south-coffee-house/ LOCATION:Old South Methodist Church\, 6 Salem Street\, Reading\, 01867 CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Coffee-House-Flyer_Color33.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231017T200331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T200331Z UID:10000547-1698512400-1698519600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽƒ PumpkinFest at Creative Arts DESCRIPTION:Celebrating its 45th year of Music\, Visual Art\, and Theater\, Creative Arts is kicking off its First Annual PumpkinFest Family Festival and Fundraiser on Saturday\, October 28\, 2023\, at 5:00-7:00 pm at Creative Arts\, 25 Woburn Street in Reading. We are making this a new tradition in Reading! \nWe invite the Reading community and surrounding towns and communities to this exciting event. There will be Halloween and Fall themed activities\, games\, and events\, such as Halloween Arts & Crafts\, Face Painting\, a Best Halloween Costume Contest\, Best Pumpkin Contest (carved or decorated)\, food and music! \nParticipate in our Pumpkinfest Raffle: buy tickets baskets & gifts from Boston Celtics tickets\, a Gloucester AirBnB home\, Whitelam Books\, the Umbrella Stage Company and Gloucester Stage Company theater tickets\, The Chocolate Truffle\, Cupcake City\, Everything But The Dog\, and more! \nThe Best Pumpkin contestants can drop off their entries to the Creative Arts office starting Friday\, October 27\, between 3-6pm\, or on Saturday\, October 28 between 10am-5pm. PLEASE NO CANDLES. We will provide LED lights. All pumpkins will be on display in our Jack Oā€™Lantern Pumpkin Patch under the Big Sanborn Street Tree. Contestants must be present when the winner is announced at 6 pm at the Pumpkin Patch! \nThe Halloween Costume Parade will take place in the Guild Theater downstairs at Creative Arts at 6:30 pm (adult\, teen\, child categories). Contestants must be present. Winners will be announced live. All contestants are encouraged to be creative\, spooky\, over-the-top\, thematic\, artistic\, but mostly\, to have fun! \nPumpkinfest is free and open to the public regardless of the weather. All are welcome. \nWe also invite local businesses\, clubs\, families\, schools\, and organizations to be involved in 2 different ways:\n1) Pumpkin Palooza Raffle\nCreate and donate a pumpkin or fall themed raffle basket or prize. The more creative the better! Great add-ons include gift cards\, candy\, books\, etc. (tax deductible).\n2) Sponsorship\nBecome a PumpkinFest Sponsor with your tax-deductible donation: Silver $100; Gold $250; Platinum $500 \nLocated in Reading Center since 1978\, Creative Arts is non-profit arts school that offers private and group lessons in theater\, music\, and art for all ages and all abilities year-round. We always have vacation week programs in December\, February\, and April\, and our 10-week Summer Programs. \nOur main entrance is at 32 Lowell Street / Route 129\, behind Reading Town Hall and has a free parking lot. A second entrance is located near 48 Sanborn St. where street parking is available. Our building is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Handicap parking is available at both of these entrances. \nFor more information\, visit us at www.WeTeachCreativeArts.org\, email director@weteachcreativearts.org\, or call 781-942-9600. Or follow us to find out more on Facebook (www.facebook.com/CreativeArtsSchool) and Instagram (@creativeartsschool). URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%83-pumpkinfest-at-creative-arts/ LOCATION:Creative Arts\, 25 Woburn Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Donation,Entertainment,Holiday,Local Business,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/HarryPotter-costume.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="CreativeArts":MAILTO:director@weteachcreativearts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20230925T143823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T143823Z UID:10000512-1698400800-1698406200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ—£ļø English Conversation Group DESCRIPTION:Would you like to improve your conversational English skills in a fun\, friendly\, free setting? \nThe English at Large conversation group is for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-12 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays\, idioms\, casual spoken English\, and daily life situations. Registration is required. Sign up through English at Large via the library link below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%97%a3%ef%b8%8f-english-conversation-group/2023-10-27/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-English-Conversation-Group-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231004T195359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T195359Z UID:10000525-1698346800-1698350400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ’» Virtual-Ryan Estrada Author of Banned Book Club DESCRIPTION:The Reading Public Library is excited to host Ryan Estrada\, co-author of the graphic novel Banned Book Club! \nThe gripping true story of a South Korean womanā€™s student days under an authoritarian regime in the early 1980s\, and how she defied state censorship through the rebellion of reading. \nThe program is open to adults and teens. Registration is required for this virtual event. Please use the library link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%92%bb-virtual-ryan-estrada-author-of-banned-book-club/ LOCATION:Online / Reading Public Library CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/FB-Event-Ryan-Estrada.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T213000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231019T015318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T015404Z UID:10000548-1698260400-1698269400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ’ø FINCOM Financial Forum II DESCRIPTION:This meeting will be held in-person in the Reading Public Library Community Room and remotely via\nZoom:\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/81253317728\nMeeting ID: 812 5331 7728 \nAGENDA: \n\n7:00 PM Welcome/Overview of Meeting from Ed Ross\, Finance Committee Chair\n7:10 PM Remarks from Senator Jason Lewis\n7:15 PM Remarks from Town Manager\, Fidel Maltez\n7:25 PM MBTA Communities Presentation with Community Development Director Andrew MacNichol and Senior Planner Mary Benedetto\n8:00 PM Q&A Session on MBTA Communities\n8:30 PM Discussion on Community Preservation Act\n9:00 PM Future Agenda Items\n9:15 PM Approve previous meeting minutes URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%92%b8-fincom-financial-forum-ii/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Fincom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/RPL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231016T221031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T221031Z UID:10000546-1698260400-1698265800@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ•® Reading's Contribution to WWII DESCRIPTION:Join Autumn Hendrickson for a night of Reading History! Her presentation will tell the story of how she became interested in military history in the first place and where her deep love of her project started. She will then bring to life just a small slice of some of the most compelling and memorable stories she has discovered along her journey so far. \nAutumn Hendrickson is a 2020 graduate from RMHS and a member of Endicott Collegeā€™s class of 2024\, studying English Secondary Education. She has spent the last three years researching the men and women from Reading and North Reading\, Massachusetts that served in World War II. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%95%ae-readings-contribution-to-wwii/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/FB-Event-Reading-WWII-1200-x-628-px1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231015T230639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231015T230639Z UID:10000545-1698166800-1698181200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸø Coolidge PTO Fundraiser at Venetian Moon DESCRIPTION:October 24: PTO Restaurant Fundraiser: Venetian Moon (5 ā€“ 9 PM). See the flyer to the right for more info. \nPDF Copy of 15% Coupon URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8d%b8-coolidge-pto-fundraiser-at-venetian-moon/ LOCATION:Venetian Moon\, 680 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,PTO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/V-Moon-Cooledge.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Coolidge PTO":MAILTO:awcoolidgepto@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T173000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20230823T183252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T123002Z UID:10000433-1698163200-1698168600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ¬ Downtown Trick or Treat DESCRIPTION:Downtown Trick or Treat from 4pm ā€“ 5:30pm on October 24th. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%83-downtown-trick-or-treat/ LOCATION:Downtown Reading\, 610 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Holiday,Recreation Division ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Downtown-Trick-or-Treat-2023.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Recreation Division":MAILTO:recreation@ci.reading.ma.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20230928T155421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T155421Z UID:10000521-1698087600-1698093000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ•Šļø On Being a Second Generation Holocaust Survivor: The Importance of Keeping the Legacy Alive DESCRIPTION:2023 marks the 85th anniversary of Kristallnacht\, the Night of Broken Glass\, on which the Nazis coordinated systematic attacks against Jews throughout Germany. In consideration of this anniversary and the uptick of antisemitic incidents worldwide\, The Reading Public Library is honored to welcome Gayle Saks\, whose family was directly affected by Nazi persecution. After four of her older siblings were deported to a Belgian concentration camp\, Gayleā€™s mother\, Fadja Wittelsohn\, hid for two years in the basement of a private residence in Bruxelles. Her view of the world was limited to feet walking past the one window they had\, where they lived in constant fear of being found. \nGayle discusses the importance of telling her motherā€™s story while navigating though the sensitive and complicated terrain of passing the torch as the keeper of this critical piece of cultural history. \nNo registration required. Use the link provided below for additional information on the program. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%95%8a%ef%b8%8f-on-being-a-second-generation-holocaust-survivor-the-importance-of-keeping-the-legacy-alive/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-Gayle-Sacks.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231004T002304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T002905Z UID:10000527-1697979600-1697986800@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ¤– RMHS Robockets - The Chain Reaction Event DESCRIPTION:ā€œThe RMHS Robockets Team is hosting this yearā€™s Chain Reaction Event on October 22nd in the cafeteria of RMHS from 1:00pm to 3:00pm\, and they invite you to come join in on the fun! Come assemble or build your very own part of a larger Rube Goldberg inspired machine\, in the hopes of assembling all of those segments together to create one large chain reaction! If any of this has sparked your interest\, use the link below to view the flier to learn more about the event and/or join in on the fun!ā€ URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%a4%96-the-rmhs-robockets-the-chain-reaction-event/ LOCATION:Reading Memorial High School\, 62 Oakland Rd\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chain-Reaction-Event-Flier-202374.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Robockets 4761":MAILTO:robockets.4761@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231010T023024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T023024Z UID:10000541-1697968800-1697979600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ« Austin Prep Open House DESCRIPTION:Upper and Middle School Open HouseĀ \nSunday\, October 22\, 2023\n10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.*\n*Last tour begins at 12:30 p.m. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8f%ab-austin-prep-open-house/ LOCATION:Austin Prep\, 101 Willow Street\, Reading\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Miscellaneous ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Austin-Prep.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Prep":MAILTO:pr@austinprep.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231021T114447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231021T114447Z UID:10000557-1697913000-1697920200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽ¤ Open Mic Night DESCRIPTION:Join us this Saturday\, October 21st\, for #OpenMicNight\, hosted by the Reading School of Guitar in partnership with The First Congregational Church and Creative Arts. \nThis event is FREE and open to the public; musicians\, singers\, poets\, and audience members of all ages are welcome. In the spirit of the season\, family-friendly costumes are encouraged for this October OMN! \nPerformers\, be sure to fill out our online form to sign up in advance: bit.ly/RsogOpenMicNight. \nDetails:\n The First Congregational Church of Reading UCC (25 Woburn Street in Reading) \n October 21\, 6:30 to 8:30 PM URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%a4-open-mic-night/ LOCATION:First Congregational Church\, 25 Woburn Street\, Reading MA\, 01867 CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/OpenMicNight.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="First Congregational Church":MAILTO:office@churchofreading.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231002T211339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T211406Z UID:10000524-1697900400-1697929200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸš’ Reading Firefighters Local 1640 Cancer Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Join for Cancer Fundraiser on October 21\, 2023\, for a heartfelt evening of supporting cancer patients and research. \nTickets are still available for Local 1640s cancer fundraising event! Saturday October 21st from 3pm-11pm at Hopothecary on Main Street in North Reading. Come support a good cause with proceeds being donated to an area firefighter battling cancer as well as breast cancer education and awareness. \n\nDate and time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 21 Ā· 3 ā€“ 11pm EDT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nHopothecary Ales Brewery and Kitchen \n303 Main Street North Reading\, MA 01864 URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%9a%92-reading-firefighters-local-1640-cancer-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Hopothecary Ales\, 303 Main Street\, North Reading\, 01864\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Reading-Fire-Cancer-Fundraiser.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Fire Department":MAILTO:khammond@ci.reading.ma.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231015T225104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231015T225256Z UID:10000544-1697801400-1697839200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ„” Reading Community Singers Fundraiser at Mandarin DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, October 20 ā€” ALL DAY ā€” Fundraiser to Benefit Reading Community Singers ā€” Mandarin Restaurant to donate 20% of All Purchases ā€” In Person or Take Out ā€“ including Beverages ā€“ (NOT online or delivery) that show this Coupon at time of Payment. This has been a very successful fundraiser for RCS ā€” and is a win-win all round! Mandarin gets a boost in sales\, YOU get a delicious meal (with leftovers!) and RCS raises money towards our Concerts.\n\nCheck out the menu ā€” https://www.mandarinreading.com/\nEnjoy a wonderful meal while supporting the Arts!\n\nDownload PDF 20% Coupon Here URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%a5%a1-reading-community-singers-fundraiser-at-mandarin/ LOCATION:Mandarin\, 296 Salem Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Reading-Singers-Mandaring.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Community Singers":MAILTO:Info@readingcommunitysingers.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231010T012221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T012221Z UID:10000540-1697616000-1697648400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ˜± Reading Lions Club Scarecrow Contest DESCRIPTION:SCARECROWĀ  CONTEST 2023\n\n\nCelebrate fall with the 3rd Annual Lions Scarecrow Contest! Show your harvest spirit by creating a festive scarecrow for your front yard or business. \nThis is a wonderful activity for the whole family or your organization\, and your generous donation goes directly to charities supported by the Reading Lions Club.\n \nHave fun & be creative!\nPrizes for Scariest\, Funniest\, and Best Overall\n\n\nItā€™s spookily easy to participate:\nThere are 2 easy ways to pick up your Scarecrow Basics Kit. \n\n$20 donation to enter. Kit includes scarecrow basics\, andĀ Ā  there are 2 sizes available.\nPick up your kit at Harrows Chicken Pie\, 125 Main Street\n\nSundays Oct. 1\, 8 or 15 from 11:00 am-1:00 pm\nMondays Oct. 2\, 9\, or 16 from 2:00-4:00 pm\n\n\nOr\, contact us to pick up/deliver your kit by Oct 18. via email: readinglions01867@gmail.com or call 781-944-8419.\nSubmit your photos by Oct. 21 to: readinglions01867@gmail.com\nInclude your name and your contact details! \nWinners announced Oct. 26 URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%98%b1-reading-lions-club-scarecrow-contest/2023-10-18/ LOCATION:Reading (Townwide)\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Scarecrow-Contest-2023.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Lions Club":MAILTO:info@readinglionsclub.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20230928T155350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T155350Z UID:10000520-1697482800-1697486400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸšø Grandparents as Parents DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts estimates that over 10\,400 children in the Commonwealth living without their biological parent present are being raised by their grandparents. The Child Advocate bill and the establishment of the Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren was signed into law on July 8\, 2008. The purpose of this Commission is to be a resource to the Commonwealth on issues affecting grandparents raising grandchildren\, and relatives\, other than parents\, raising kin. \nJoin Colleen Pritoni\, the first Coordinator for The Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren for an informational session on the services offered by the Commission. \nThis event is virtual. Advanced registration is required for this Zoom event. See the link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%9a%b8-grandparents-as-parents/ LOCATION:Online / Reading Public Library CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-Grandparents.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231010T012221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T012221Z UID:10000539-1697464800-1697472000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ˜± Reading Lions Club Scarecrow Contest DESCRIPTION:SCARECROWĀ  CONTEST 2023\n\n\nCelebrate fall with the 3rd Annual Lions Scarecrow Contest! Show your harvest spirit by creating a festive scarecrow for your front yard or business. \nThis is a wonderful activity for the whole family or your organization\, and your generous donation goes directly to charities supported by the Reading Lions Club.\n \nHave fun & be creative!\nPrizes for Scariest\, Funniest\, and Best Overall\n\n\nItā€™s spookily easy to participate:\nThere are 2 easy ways to pick up your Scarecrow Basics Kit. \n\n$20 donation to enter. Kit includes scarecrow basics\, andĀ Ā  there are 2 sizes available.\nPick up your kit at Harrows Chicken Pie\, 125 Main Street\n\nSundays Oct. 1\, 8 or 15 from 11:00 am-1:00 pm\nMondays Oct. 2\, 9\, or 16 from 2:00-4:00 pm\n\n\nOr\, contact us to pick up/deliver your kit by Oct 18. via email: readinglions01867@gmail.com or call 781-944-8419.\nSubmit your photos by Oct. 21 to: readinglions01867@gmail.com\nInclude your name and your contact details! \nWinners announced Oct. 26 URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%98%b1-reading-lions-club-scarecrow-contest/2023-10-16/ LOCATION:Reading (Townwide)\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Scarecrow-Contest-2023.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Lions Club":MAILTO:info@readinglionsclub.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231010T012221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T012221Z UID:10000538-1697367600-1697374800@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ˜± Reading Lions Club Scarecrow Contest DESCRIPTION:SCARECROWĀ  CONTEST 2023\n\n\nCelebrate fall with the 3rd Annual Lions Scarecrow Contest! Show your harvest spirit by creating a festive scarecrow for your front yard or business. \nThis is a wonderful activity for the whole family or your organization\, and your generous donation goes directly to charities supported by the Reading Lions Club.\n \nHave fun & be creative!\nPrizes for Scariest\, Funniest\, and Best Overall\n\n\nItā€™s spookily easy to participate:\nThere are 2 easy ways to pick up your Scarecrow Basics Kit. \n\n$20 donation to enter. Kit includes scarecrow basics\, andĀ Ā  there are 2 sizes available.\nPick up your kit at Harrows Chicken Pie\, 125 Main Street\n\nSundays Oct. 1\, 8 or 15 from 11:00 am-1:00 pm\nMondays Oct. 2\, 9\, or 16 from 2:00-4:00 pm\n\n\nOr\, contact us to pick up/deliver your kit by Oct 18. via email: readinglions01867@gmail.com or call 781-944-8419.\nSubmit your photos by Oct. 21 to: readinglions01867@gmail.com\nInclude your name and your contact details! \nWinners announced Oct. 26 URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%98%b1-reading-lions-club-scarecrow-contest/2023-10-15/ LOCATION:Reading (Townwide)\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Scarecrow-Contest-2023.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Lions Club":MAILTO:info@readinglionsclub.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T100000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231002T011622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T011845Z UID:10000523-1697360400-1697364000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽ—ļø 10th Annual Laurel Kluge 5K Ribbon Run & Walk DESCRIPTION:Join us for this fun\, festive\, family-friendly run in honor of Laurel Klugeā€™s vibrant memory If you would like to volunteer\, cut and paste this link to a separate browser: https://ymcaboston.volunteermatters.org/project-catalog/130 \nTo register for the race: \nhttps://www.racemenu.com/events/223293-10th-Annual-Laurel-Kluge-5K-Ribbon-Run-Walk- \n 9:00 AM\, Sun. Oct 15\, 2023 \n36 Arthur B Lord Drive Reading\, MA 01867 URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%97%ef%b8%8f-10th-annual-laurel-kluge-5k-ribbon-run-walk/ LOCATION:Burbank YMCA\, 36 Arthur B Lord Dr\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Logo_2015_Laurel_Kluge.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Burbank YMCA":MAILTO:BurbankY@ymcaboston.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231013T161044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T161044Z UID:10000543-1697277600-1697292000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽØ Discover the Arts and Culture Festival DESCRIPTION:Arts Reading \nDiscover the Arts and CultureĀ Festival \nPlease\, come join us on Saturday\, October 14th 10-2 for a day of fun\, art\, and culture. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%a8-discover-the-arts-and-culture-festival/ LOCATION:Town Common\, 680 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screenshot-2023-10-13-at-12-06-23-ARTS-READING-SEPTEMBER-2023-NEWSLETTER.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Arts Reading":MAILTO:ArtsReadingMA@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20230925T152408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T152408Z UID:10000518-1697277600-1697292000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸš’ Reading Fire Department Open House DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual open house! Saturday October 14th from 10:00-2:00pm at Reading Fire Department Headquarters\, 757 Main Street. There is no parking at the station\, parking is available at town hall or in the town center. We hope to see you there! URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%9a%92-reading-fire-department-open-house/ LOCATION:Reading Fire Department\, 757 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Police & Fire ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/RFD-Open-House-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20230925T143823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T143823Z UID:10000511-1697191200-1697196600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ—£ļø English Conversation Group DESCRIPTION:Would you like to improve your conversational English skills in a fun\, friendly\, free setting? \nThe English at Large conversation group is for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-12 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays\, idioms\, casual spoken English\, and daily life situations. Registration is required. Sign up through English at Large via the library link below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%97%a3%ef%b8%8f-english-conversation-group/2023-10-13/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-English-Conversation-Group-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20230824T122939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T122939Z UID:10000438-1697126400-1697130000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽƒ Pumpkin String Art DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%83-pumpkin-string-art/ LOCATION:Pleasant Street Center\, 49 Pleasant Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Elder and Human Services,Recreation Division ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pumpkin-Pleasant.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Reading Recreation Division":MAILTO:recreation@ci.reading.ma.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231009T033935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T033936Z UID:10000442-1697050800-1697056200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸš‡ MBTA Communities Knowledge Session DESCRIPTION:The MBTA Communities law requires the 177 municipalities in the Boston area to confirm that they have a zoning district of reasonable size where multifamily housing (3+ units) is zoned for by-right. Reading does NOT currently comply with the law and our zoning must be revised to meet the new requirements.Ā  \nReadingā€™s Planning Department is hosting a series of knowledge sessions this fall\, where weā€™ll discuss theĀ law\, the history of zoning in Reading\, the results of our survey\, and share feedback on our first round of ideas.Ā  \nSee more information here: https://www.readingma.gov/826/MBTA-Communities-Process\n\nThe Zoom link for this meeting is: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86210566806 URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%9a%87-mbta-communities-knowledge-session-2/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Forum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/MBTA-Communities-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20231005T001842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T001842Z UID:10000528-1696669200-1696680000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ‘• Friends of Reading Field Hockey Clothing Drive DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Reading Field Hockey are having a clothing drive that also accepts housewares and books! Donation drop-off hours are October 7th from 9:00am ā€“ 12:00pm at the Coolidge Middle School parking lot\, 89 Birch Meadow Drive. Clothing must be in trash bag. Housewares and books must be tightly packed in boxes. \nThis fundraiser supports Friends of Reading Field Hockey. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%91%95-friends-of-reading-field-hockey-clothing-drive/ LOCATION:Coolidge Middle School\, 89 Birch Meadow Dr\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Donation,Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Field-Hockey-Clothing-Drive.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20230925T143823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T143823Z UID:10000510-1696586400-1696591800@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ—£ļø English Conversation Group DESCRIPTION:Would you like to improve your conversational English skills in a fun\, friendly\, free setting? \nThe English at Large conversation group is for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-12 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American culture and holidays\, idioms\, casual spoken English\, and daily life situations. Registration is required. Sign up through English at Large via the library link below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%97%a3%ef%b8%8f-english-conversation-group/2023-10-06/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-English-Conversation-Group-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20230925T162149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T162149Z UID:10000519-1696518000-1696528800@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ’” RMLD Open House DESCRIPTION:RMLDā€™s Public Power Week Open House is back! We had so much fun last year\, and we canā€™t wait to see our community members for this yearā€™s event! We will have returning favorites like our caricaturist\, balloon artists\, face painters\, pumpkins\, and our linemen activities. Plus some other fun surprises! We hope to see you there for this fun for all ages\, FREE event! URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%92%a1-rmld-open-house/ LOCATION:RMLD\, 230 Ash Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:RMLD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/RMLD-Open-House-2023.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="RMLD":MAILTO:webinars@rmld.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20230925T152630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T152630Z UID:10000517-1696352400-1696359600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŖ„ Teen Meet Up: Magic the Gathering DESCRIPTION:Do you like tabletop games? Are you looking for a group to learn and play with? Then come to the Teen Room at the RPL! \nWhether youā€™re looking to make your very first Magic the Gathering deck or anxious to try out your newest ingenious build\, weā€™re bringing the friendly\, casual play of the game store straight to the library! All skill levels and formats are welcome. This group is open to teens in grades 6-12. \n*Registration is required. Please use the link provided below to sign up for this fun event. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%aa%84-teen-meet-up-magic-the-gathering/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-Magic-the-Gathering-1200-Ɨ-628-px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T120659 CREATED:20230724T021028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230730T235226Z UID:10000423-1696352400-1696359600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ“š New Resident Open House at the Reading Public Library DESCRIPTION:Registrations open at 9:00am Monday\, August 14\, 2023 \nAttention New Reading Residents! \nIf you have moved to Reading in the last 12 months\, you are invited to Readingā€™s New Resident Open House! \n\nMeet representatives from town government\, schools\, youth and faith groups\, and community organizations\nLearn about services\, programs\, and events in Reading\nEnjoy refreshments while you mingle with other new residents\n\nThe first 50 new residents to register will receive a welcome bag filled with information and swag from local businesses one welcome bag per family.Ā  \nIf you need translation services\, please be sure to download: \nhttps://translator.microsoft.com/ URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%9a-new-resident-open-house-at-the-reading-public-library/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/RPL.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR