Recapping Everything in Reading, MA

RMHS Field Hockey Clothing Drive
2022-10-08 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Coolidge Middle School, 89 Birch Meadow Dr, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
CLOSET CLEAN OUT! The RMHS Field Hockey Clothing Drive is this Saturday (October 8th). Get rid of all those unwanted re-sellable clothing items. Bring them to Coolidge Middle School between 9-12.
To help us better prepare can you please let us know how many bags you’ll be bringing down?

You can sign up here https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0d49afaa2ea02-clothing

Thank you all for your support!

Economic Development Public Forum
2022-10-06 19:00 - 21:00 | RMLD, 230 Ash Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
October 6, 2022
7:00PM – 9:00PM
230 Ash Street, RMLD Cafeteria

RMLD Open House
2022-10-06 15:00 - 18:00 | RMLD, 230 Ash Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Thursday, October 6, 2022 3:00 – 6:00 pm
RMLD Garage 218 Ash Street, Reading
Fun and educational for all ages! Join us for: Bucket Truck Rides, Face Painting,Games, Balloon Art, Pumpkin Decorating, and Lineman Activity.
Learn about RMLD Programs And More! We hope to see you there.

Classified Realty Ribbon Cutting
2022-10-05 17:00 - 17:30 | Classified Realty, 130 Haven Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
We are thrilled to invite local businesses to the Grand Opening of Classified Realty.

The ribbon cutting will be happening on October 5th at 5pm, and we are so excited!

The new office is located in the brand new Postmark Building on Haven Street in Reading. We are honored to have special guest State Representative Brad Jones in attendance!

To RSVP, please register through the following link → https://readingnreadingchamberma.chambermaster.com/…/1435.

Reading Lions Club Scarecrow Contest
2022-10-03 14:00 - 16:00, 2022-10-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Harrows Chicken Pies, GV5W+74, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Make a festive scarecrow for your home or business and raise funds for local charities.

$20 donation to enter the contest
Includes a kit with scarecrow basics, if needed
Prizes for: Scariest, Funniest, and Best Overall
You provide the creative flair & fun!

Pick up your kit at Harrow’s, 126 Main Street:

Sunday, Oct. 2 & Sunday, Oct. 9 from 11 am-1 pm
Monday, Oct. 3 & Monday, Oct. 10 from 2 pm – 4 pm
Photo submission by October 17
Winners selected by October 21
Last date to purchase: October 17

RMHS Band Parents Mattress Fundraiser
2022-10-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Coolidge Middle School, 89 Birch Meadow Dr, Reading, MA, 01867, United States

SNL Food Drive for the Reading Food Pantry
2022-10-01 15:00 - 19:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
In Partnership with the Reading High School Football Team & Cheerleaders
OCTOBER 1ST FROM 3PM TO 7PM
Requested Items:

Tuna • Sardines • Canned • Microwave Popcorn • Fruit • Tea • Laundry Detergent • Crackers • Power Bars • Toilet Paper • Hot Cocoa • Coffee • Paper Towels

DONATION DROP OFF LOCATIONS:
Reading HS Stadium: 62 Oakland Road and Tread: 6 Linden Street

RMHS Varsity Golf Team Fundraiser
2022-10-01 11:30 - 22:30 | Mandarin, 296 Salem Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Help support the RMHS Varsity Golf Team at Mandarin in Reading.
Saturday, October 1st from 11:30AM – 10:30PM dine in or take out.
Please mention and fill out a quick form during take out or dine in for the golf team to get credit for their order.

The Olde Redding Faire
2022-10-01 10:00 - 14:00 | First Congregational Church, 25 Woburn Street, Reading MA, 01867
The Olde Redding Faire returns October 1
Visit our assortment of booths on the First Congregational Church lawn and inside while you are picking up your food order on 1st from 10 AM to 2 PM:

Baked Goods. Fresh from the oven.
Jewelry. A wide variety of contemporary and vintage.
Jigsaw Puzzles. A favorite activity to do together.
Farm Stand. Treats, notecards, and more.
Kids activities. Fun for all ages.
Silent Auction. View items available and place your bid.
Books. Good reads at a bargain.

On-line Silent Auction
The popular Olde Redding Silent Auction returns with with items ranging from vacation stays to handcrafted items to vintage treasures.

On-line bidding opens on September 24th and closes on October 1st.
Auction winners will be notified about payment and pick up information.
Review and bid on our exciting auction items.

Go to Silent Auction

Fall Favorites available to order
Many of our Olde Redding Faire fall favorites are available for pre-order:

Beautiful Mums. Pre-orders for mums have ended. Pick-up on Sept. 23 from 3-5 PM or Sept. 24 from 9 AM-12 PM. There will still be few available to purchase on Oct. 1.
Delicious Food. Pre-ordering closes on September 26. Food will be picked up or delivered on October 1.
Sweet Treats. Peanut brittle and fudge orders end September 26 but typically sell out fast! Treats will be picked up or delivered on Oct. 1. The bake table will be open for in-person purchases.

Click here to order Food
Click here to order Sweets

Material Donations
We won’t be needing donations of used items for White Elephant, clothing, or furniture. You may donate the following:

Books & Puzzles – Donate September 24 and 25 from 3-5 PM; September 26 to 29 from 10 AM-1 PM.
Jewelry – Donate when the office is open M-Th from 10 AM-1PM. Call 781-944-0205

Thank you all for past support for White Elephant, clothing, and furniture. While we will not be taking these donations this year, please consider the following for your current donations:

Mission of Deeds – Reading (Housewares, Furniture)
More Than Words – Waltham (Books)
Goodwill @ Homegoods – Reading (Almost Anything)
Savers – Wilmington (Almost Anything)

Community Support

Can’t be part of this year’s Olde Redding Express?
Consider a financial donation.
Profits raised through the Olde Redding Express help to support the ministry of the First Congregational Church of Reading, as well as community partners.
This year, the profits will be shared with the Reading Food Pantry and Mission of Deeds.

Donate Now

Come celebrate the season with the Olde Redding Express! Visit us on Facebook or contact us at oldereddingfaire@gmail.com to find out more.

Paper Shredding, Rigid Plastics, Electronics & Styrofoam Recycling
2022-10-01 09:00 - 13:00 | Department of Public Works, 75 New Crossing Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Saturday, October 1, 2022
DPW Garage, 75 Newcrossing Rd
9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Paper Shredding – One box limit per household
Rigid Plastics – Plastic toys, chairs, containers, etc.
Electronics – Recycle your old Electronics! No CRT TV’s / Monitors, or Major Appliances
Styrofoam – Clean, white #6 PS preformed block and sheet, No food containers of any kind, and No Colored Styrofoam.
Simple Recycling – Textile Collection. Scheduled pickup service through www.SimpleRecycling.com

Residents only – no businesses
For more info: www.readingma.gov

Household Hazardous Waste Day
2022-10-01 08:30 - 12:30 | Wakefield High School, 60 Farm St, Wakefield, MA, 01880, United States
Saturday, October 1, 2022
Household Hazardous Waste Day
8:30 am – 12:30 pm
60 Farm St, Wakefield
See our flyer on www.readinqma.gov
For more information call 781-942-9077

Multi Family Yardsale October 1st
2022-10-01 08:00 - 13:00 | Chickadee Hill Day Care, 49 Bear Hill Rd, Reading, 01867
Multi family yard sale to benefit local daycare teacher recently diagnosed with cancer. Tons of kids stuff, clothes, books, household items and more! Come support a local teacher and mom.

RMHS Band @ Home Football Game
2022-09-30 16:30 - 21:00, 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

RMHS Boys Soccer Fundraiser
2022-09-30 11:30 - 22:30 | 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.

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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