Recapping Everything in Reading, MA

Postpartum Depression and Perinatal Mental Health ... What is it and how do we identify it?
2023-04-27 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
In light of recent events, we all have questions about postpartum depression and perinatal mental health. Join us to learn what to look for and how to help if you believe someone is experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression.
Taunya L. Jarzyniecki, LMHC, LADAC, the Reading Public Safety Clinician, will lead the discussion about this often overlooked diagnosis. She is an experienced Clinical Mental Health Leader with a strong foundation in crisis intervention, mental health treatment, substance misuse support and care coordination for the past 19 years. She is a Crisis Intervention Team Coordinator, certified by CIT International.
Registration is NOT required.

Select Board Office Hours
2023-04-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-04-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Pleasant Street Center, 49 Pleasant Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Mark your calendars to join Select Board members Mark Dockser and Jackie McCarthy for office hours on April 12 and April 26, both 11AM-Noon, respectively.

Lessons from the Holocaust: An Informational Session with Laura Hatosy
2023-04-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Join the Reading Public Library for an evening to recognize Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Ninety-Nine percent of Danish Jews survived the Holocaust despite Nazi occupation. Other nations lost 50-80% of their Jewish populations. In this hour-long learning session, Laura Hatosy will give a historical overview of various psychological, cultural, and historical reasons for how and why the Danes were able to protect people in their community. Her discussion will explore the historical context in Denmark and how we can apply these principles to our lives today.
Registration is not required.

VIRTUAL: Rights and Benefits for Immigrants: An Introductory Series
2023-04-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Online / Reading Public Library
The second session in the Reading Public Library’s partnership with the MIRA Coalition, focuses on Rights and Benefits for Immigrants, and will cover the basic rights of all individuals — regardless of immigration status. Attendees will receive a broad overview of immigrant eligibility for health and safety net programs. This training also discusses best practices for interactions with law enforcement and preparation for worst-case scenarios.
Register for this virtual event using the link provided below.

the Lawn
2023-04-21 18:30 - 20:00 | First Baptist Church, 45 Woburn St., Reading, 01867
The Lawn is a free outdoor community concert series that features contemporary Christian music in a relaxed atmosphere.

Reading Community Singers Fundraiser at Mandarin Restaurant
2023-04-21 11:30 - 22:30 | Mandarin, 296 Salem Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
On Friday, April 21 — ALL DAY — Fundraiser to Benefit Reading Community Singers — Mandarin Restaurant to donate 20% of All Purchases — In Person or Take Out – including Beverages – (NOT online or delivery) that show this Coupon at time of Payment. This has been a very successful fundraiser for RCS — 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. Check out the menu — https://www.mandarinreading.com/

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Poison Ivy
2023-04-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Got Poison Ivy? Pesky Pete to the Rescue!
Pete Barron, otherwise known as Pesky Pete, will show us how to identify poison ivy, how and where it grows, and most importantly, how to get rid of it organically.
Registration is suggested but NOT REQUIRED. See the link below.
Pesky Pete Tip: If you have been exposed to poison ivy, always wash up with dish detergent (like Dawn) and cold water. Warm water just spreads the poison ivy oils.
Come join us for more great tips!

Teen Crafternoon: Collages!
2023-04-20 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-04-19 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-04-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
What’s a collage? How do I make one? What’s the Teen Art Showcase?
Stop by the Reading Public Library’s Teen Room to learn about collages, the Teen Art Showcase, and create some of your own masterpieces!
Supplies will be available for teens during April vacation on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (April 18, 19 & 20) from 2-4pm.

Coolidge Middle School PTO Fundraiser at Dandilyons
2023-04-13 15:00 - 20:30 | Dandilyons Ice Cream, 1331 Main St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
JOIN US Thursday, April 13 from 3-8:30pm to raise money AND enjoy ice cream in support of the Coolidge Middle School PTO. A portion of sales will be donated to the supporting organization, and you do not need to show the flyer when making your purchase. Hope to see you there!

Reading Public Schools Present ARTSfest
2023-04-12 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-11 17:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-10 16:30 - 19:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Come experience visual artwork, music and dance performances, and media created by K–12th graders in the Reading Public Schools! Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: April 10th, 11th, and 12th, 2023 from 5–8 PM at the Reading Memorial High School Performing Arts Center!

Monday, April 10th

4:30-5:00 PM Opening Reception on RMHS Main Street (Open to Families of Students with Visual Art on Display)

5:00-7:00 PM District-Wide Art Show Open on RMHS Main Street

5:30 PM Opening Concert in RMHS Performing Arts Center (Reading Elementary School Music Performances)

Tuesday, April 11th

5:00-8:00 PM District-Wide Art Show Open on RMHS Main Street

6:00 PM Opening Concert in RMHS Performing Arts Center (8th Grade Combined Band, Reading Memorial High School Symphonic Band)

7:00 PM Concert in RMHS Performing Arts Center (8th Grade Combined Chorus, Reading Memorial High School Mixed Choir and Harmonium)

Wednesday, April 12th

5:00-8:00 PM District-Wide Art Show Open on RMHS Main Street

6:00 PM Concert in RMHS Performing Arts Center (6th Grade Combined Band, 6th Grade Combined Chorus)

7:00 PM Jazz Extravaganza in RMHS Performing Arts Center (Reading Middle School Jazz Band, Reading Memorial High School Stage Band, Reading Memorial High School Jazz Ensemble)

VIRTUAL: The ABCs of Immigration
2023-04-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual / Online Event
The Reading Public Library is excited to partner with the MIRA Coaltion to offer a 3-part series to present relevant, up-to-date, and accurate information on immigration topics, open to all individuals who would like to increase their knowledge of immigration-related topics and learn about helpful resources for practice with immigrant populations. You may register for all three sessions, or choose individual sessions. Zoom information will be shared with registration.
The first session, ABCs of Immigration, provides an overview of common immigration statuses, the privileges and restrictions associated with each, and common pathways to obtain legal immigration status — including through family and humanitarian protections.
To register for this virtual program using the link provided below.

🏓 2nd Annual Community Pickleball Day
2023-04-07 10:30 - 15:00 | Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Save the date! Sunday, April 7th from 10:30am – 3pm. Indoors at Reading Memorial High School Hawkes Field House. Recreational & competitive play by level, beginner & advanced beginner clinics, intro to pickleball for beginners. Registration is now open via the following link: https://form.jotform.com/240524291335148
We need volunteers. If you’re interested, please contact readingmapickleball@gmail.com
More information to follow as the event drawers closer.
Interested in participating? contact readingmapickleball@gmail.com to receive updates.
Proceeds will go towards advancing pickleball in Reading, MA through Reading Pickleball Players Association, a 501(c)(3) non profit.

Spring Grand Tasting of Fine Wines
2023-04-01 15:00 - 19:00 | Pamplemousse, 26 Haven Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
JOIN US FOR OUR SPRING GRAND TASTING OF FINE WINES!
Saturday, April 1, 2023 Reservations are necessary! 21+
10% Discount off 12 bottles or more
Suggested Donation $10 to benefit Reading Education Foundation
Reserve Your Time Slot Below

Session One: 3 pm to 4:30 and Session Two: 5:30 to 7 pm.

Overcoming Hurdles to Disability Inclusion: Community Workshop
2023-03-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Join an exciting workshop provided by MERGE Inclusion Consulting. This educational community offering is sponsored by is being hosted by The Office of Equity And Social Justice and Reading SEPAC. Additional partners include Reading Recreation, Public Library and Public Schools, The Burbank YMCA and Pleasant Street Center.
WHO: Anyone from a community organization seeking to be more disability inclusive in their practice like a Camps, Town Rec, YMCA or JCC’s, Scouts, Library, Churches, Sport League, Before & After School Program, Dance, Art or Enrichment Studios, Museums, or businesses.
WHEN: Thursday, March 30th from 5:30-7:30pm*
WHERE: Reading Public Library Community Room
REGISTER: https://bit.ly/ReadingInclusion

Local Election - Early Voting
2023-03-30 07:30 - 17:00, 2023-03-29 07:30 - 17:00, 2023-03-28 07:30 - 19:00, 2023-03-27 07:30 - 17:30 | Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Early voting is available at Town Hall during normal business hours from March 27th-30th.
Town Hall Hours:
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday
7:30 am to 5:30 pm
Tuesday
7:30 am to 7 pm

Teen Meet Up: Zines!
2023-03-28 16:00 - 18:00, 2023-03-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
DIY ZINES!
What are zines? How do I make one? What’s the Teen Art Showcase?
Stop by the Reading Public Library’s Teen Room to learn about zines, the Teen Art Showcase, and create some of your own zines!
Supplies and instructions will be available for teens at the every Tuesday from 4-6pm during the month of March.

Trash & Recycling Public Forum
2023-03-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Assistant DPW Director, Chris Cole, will be giving a presentation about the proposed new trash and recycling barrels for town residents.
Come listen and learn about the future of trash collection; then discuss and share your thoughts with town staff.
In Person at: Town Hall – Select Board Meeting Room
or
VIA ZOOM: Meeting ID: 824 0117 2095 Passcode: [REDACTED]
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82401172095

Bird Meetup With Dave Williams!
2023-03-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
You’ve learned all about birds, but do you want to learn more about birds? And share some of your knowledge too? You’re in duck luck! Novice birders and experts alike are welcome to attend RPL’s casual Bird Meetups with Dave Williams every other month. These will be informal gatherings where bird-loving folk can gather to learn from each other and share their knowledge.
To register, use the link provided below:

Reading Blood Drive
2023-03-23 13:00 - 19:00 | Masonic Lodge, 110 Haven Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading Community
Blood Drives
Good Samaritan Lodge
110 Haven Street, Reading
Thursday, March 23, 2023
1:30 p.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)

Welcome to the Graveyard with the Gravestone Girls
2023-03-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Join us for “Welcome to the Graveyard!” a 90 minute illustrated ‘virtual tour’ chronicling cemetery art, history and symbolism. From colonial New England burial grounds of the 16 & 1700s, through the nation-wide rural cemetery movement of the 19th century and into 21st century locations, the program examines why we have cemeteries and gravestones, why they look like they do and how styles and art have evolved over almost 400 years. The presentation is robust with photographs of original gravestones and burial grounds found in Reading along-side images from cemeteries visited by Gravestone Girls over many years.
Please register for this program using the link provided below.

Therapeutic Program for Adults with McFarlane Arts
2023-03-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
We all seek meaningful relationships and opportunities for growth and progress in our lives. Adults with developmental disabilities including ASD and I/DD also benefit from the opportunity to express themselves and be heard and understood. This series of programs is designed for adults ages 22+ with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). They are not respite programs; caregivers are required to attend.
Come join us in exploring your inner artist in fun and creative ways with local artist Susan McFarlane of McFarlane Arts. You can register for one session or all 6 sessions.
For additional information and to register visit the Reading Public Library’s website.
