BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Recapping Everything in Reading, MA - ECPv6.16.4//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:20231115T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T170000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20231101T043226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T043226Z UID:10000565-1700064000-1700067600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ©ŗ Health Plan Options for People with Medicare DESCRIPTION:This presentation is geared towards existing Medicare enrollees. The emphasis will be on the differences between Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans\, as well as understanding when you can switch plans. It also explains how Medicare Part D plans work. The presentation and discussion will be led by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Senior Plan Consultant\, Heather Hurd. No registration required. The event is free and open to everyone. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%a9%ba-health-plan-options-for-people-with-medicare/ 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/2023/11/FB-Event-Health-Plan-Options-Medicare-Image-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T200000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20231101T042126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T042126Z UID:10000563-1699988400-1699992000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ–„ļø The Ransomware Hunting Team: A True Crime Author Talk with Renee Dudley and Daniel Golden DESCRIPTION:For fans of true crime\, thrillers or cinematic page-turners\, this author event will share the details behind this real-life band of eccentric misfits taking on the biggest cybersecurity threats of our time. The Ransomware Hunting Team by Renee Dudley traces the adventures of these unassuming heroes and how they have used their skills to save millions of ransomware victims from paying billions of dollars to criminals.\nRegistration is not required. Additional information is available on our website. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%96%a5%ef%b8%8f-the-ransomware-hunting-team-a-true-crime-author-talk-with-renee-dudley-and-daniel-golden/ 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-Ransomware.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T120000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20231101T195928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T195928Z UID:10000566-1699957800-1699963200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:ā˜• PSC Memory Cafe DESCRIPTION:The Pleasant Street Center and the Reading Public Library are partnering to bring social connections to individuals living with a memory impairment & their care partners through the Memory CafĆ©.\nThe cafe takes place on the second Tuesday of every month at the Reading Public Library. For further information or to RSVP\, call Kerry Valle at (781) 942-6659 or Alyse Warren at (781) 942-6693\, at the Pleasant Street Center.\nVisit the library webpage for program dates. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%e2%98%95-psc-memory-cafe/2023-11-14/ 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/2023/11/FB-Event-PSC-Memory-Cafe1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T200000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20231020T190955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T190955Z UID:10000552-1699552800-1699560000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ  Youth Mental Health First Aid for Parents and Anyone Working/Living With Teens DESCRIPTION:The Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support invites adults to participate in a special course.\nYouth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify\, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. The course will teach you how to apply the MHFA Action Plan including: Assess for risk of suicide or harm\, Listen nonjudgmentally\, Give reassurance and information\, Encourage appropriate professional help and Encourage self-help and other support strategies.\nThe instructors\, Erica McNamara & Krystal Mellonakos-Garay\, are credentialled through the National Council on Mental Wellbeing for Mental Health First Aid USA. Join us for all 4 sessions to become certified as a first aider on November 9\, 16\, 30 and December 7 from 6-8 pm at the Reading Public Library.\nRegistration is required and spaces limited. Attending all 4 sessions is required for participation in this workshop. Visit the library event page (link below) to register. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8f%a0-youth-mental-health-first-aid-for-parents-and-anyone-working-living-with-teens/2023-11-09/ 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-Youth-MHFA-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20231031T143529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T143529Z UID:10000559-1699470000-1699475400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸš‰ MBTA Communities Knowledge Session #3 DESCRIPTION:MBTA Communities Knowledge Session #3\n\n\nJoin Town officials on Wednesday\, November 8th at 7pm for this knowledge session on Readingā€™s proposed MBTA Communities District. The meeting will be in person at the Reading Public Library and via Zoom. See more information here: https://www.readingma.gov/826/MBTA-Communities-Process\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/84579166599\nMeeting ID: 845 7916 6599 URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%9a%89-mbta-communities-knowledge-session-3/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Meeting,Town Government ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/MBTA-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T190000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20231030T005408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T005408Z UID:10000558-1699376400-1699383600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽ² Teen Meet Up: Magic the Gathering DESCRIPTION:Whether 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. To sign up and join the fun\, use the link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b2-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/2023/10/FB-Event-Teen-Meet-Ups.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231106T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231106T200000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20231020T190903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T190903Z UID:10000550-1699297200-1699300800@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ¦ The Basics of Budgeting with Certified Financial Planners of Boston DESCRIPTION:Why have a budget? How do you create a budget? Are you a saver or a spender or a mix of both? How are budgets empowering? How can you better understand your paycheck and make a smart money plan and stick to it?\nJoin Tirthraj Gupta and Walter Hartford\, members of the Certified Financial Planners Society of Boston\, to become a more informed consumer of financial services.ā€‹\nNo registration required.\nFor more information\, visit the library website using the link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8f%a6-the-basics-of-budgeting-with-certified-financial-planners-of-boston/ 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-Basics-of-Budgeting.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T113000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230925T143823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T143823Z UID:10000513-1699005600-1699011000@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/2023-11-03/ 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:20231027T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T113000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 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:20231025T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T213000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 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:20260617T144716 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:20231023T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231023T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 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:20231013T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T113000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 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:20231011T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 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:20231006T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T113000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 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:20231003T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T190000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 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:20260617T144716 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T113000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230925T143823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T143823Z UID:10000509-1695981600-1695987000@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/2023-09-29/ 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:20230927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T113000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230905T211532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T212056Z UID:10000503-1695808800-1695814200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ““ Writers' Workshop Series: Thereā€™s No Write Way To Write DESCRIPTION:The RPL Writerā€™s Group is designed to meet writers where they are ā€“whether your project is memoir\, journaling\, essay\, fiction\, or something elseā€” and this three-part introduction can help you start from scratch or help you to continue and complete work youā€™ve already begun. \nThe theme of the first meeting is Getting to Know You; each meeting will include a writing exercise\, illustrative techniques\, writing samples\, and encouragement. Attendance at all three sessions is encouraged\, but you are most welcome even if you can only manage one or two; contact Elizabeth at the library about between-session assignments. \nWorkshop Dates: Wednesdays at 10:00 am (September 13\, September 20\, and September 27) in the Innovation Studio on the main floor. \nTo register for the series\, use the RPL link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%93-writers-workshop-series-theres-no-write-way-to-write/2023-09-27/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-Writers-Workshop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T210000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230824T043356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T043356Z UID:10000437-1695236400-1695243600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ’ø FINCOM Financial Forum DESCRIPTION:September 20th @ 7PM in the Reading Public Library \nTopics to be discussed include capital projects and budgets. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%92%b8-fincom-financial-forum/ 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:20230920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T113000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230905T211532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T212056Z UID:10000502-1695204000-1695209400@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ““ Writers' Workshop Series: Thereā€™s No Write Way To Write DESCRIPTION:The RPL Writerā€™s Group is designed to meet writers where they are ā€“whether your project is memoir\, journaling\, essay\, fiction\, or something elseā€” and this three-part introduction can help you start from scratch or help you to continue and complete work youā€™ve already begun. \nThe theme of the first meeting is Getting to Know You; each meeting will include a writing exercise\, illustrative techniques\, writing samples\, and encouragement. Attendance at all three sessions is encouraged\, but you are most welcome even if you can only manage one or two; contact Elizabeth at the library about between-session assignments. \nWorkshop Dates: Wednesdays at 10:00 am (September 13\, September 20\, and September 27) in the Innovation Studio on the main floor. \nTo register for the series\, use the RPL link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%93-writers-workshop-series-theres-no-write-way-to-write/2023-09-20/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-Writers-Workshop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T200000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230905T022624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T022624Z UID:10000441-1695150000-1695153600@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/ 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:20230918T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T200000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230905T191045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T191045Z UID:10000443-1695063600-1695067200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽ¶ Fall Concert: The Back Track Band DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and enjoy the songs of the 50ā€™s\, 60ā€™s and 70ā€™s with Readingā€™s own Back Track band\, a harmony-rich six-piece live band featuring three talented lead female vocalists backed by an experienced group of musicians. Bring your blankets or beach chairs and join us to sing along\, dance with abandon and bid summer a fond farewell. \nThis concert will take place on the Library Lawn and be moved to the Community Rooms if there is inclement weather. \nRegistration is not required. Additional information can be found on the library website through the link provided below. \nThis program is generously funded by the Friends of the Reading Public Library. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b6-fall-concert-the-back-track-band/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-Fall-Concert.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T200000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230905T211433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T211433Z UID:10000500-1694631600-1694635200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ“– The Wingmen: The Unlikely\, Unusual\, Unbreakable Friendship Between John Glenn and Ted Williams DESCRIPTION:Join Reading Public Library and author Adam Lazarus to hear more about THE WINGMEN: The Unlikely\, Unusual\, Unbreakable Friendship Between John Glenn and Ted Williams. The book tracks the friendship between two wholly different American icons: how\, throughout various stages in their remarkable lives\, a most unusual friendship formed\, flourished\, withered\, then reinvigorated. \nNo registration required. Visit the library website for additional information. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%96-the-wingmen-the-unlikely-unusual-unbreakable-friendship-between-john-glenn-and-ted-williams/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-EventWingmen.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T113000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230905T211532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T212056Z UID:10000445-1694599200-1694604600@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸ““ Writers' Workshop Series: Thereā€™s No Write Way To Write DESCRIPTION:The RPL Writerā€™s Group is designed to meet writers where they are ā€“whether your project is memoir\, journaling\, essay\, fiction\, or something elseā€” and this three-part introduction can help you start from scratch or help you to continue and complete work youā€™ve already begun. \nThe theme of the first meeting is Getting to Know You; each meeting will include a writing exercise\, illustrative techniques\, writing samples\, and encouragement. Attendance at all three sessions is encouraged\, but you are most welcome even if you can only manage one or two; contact Elizabeth at the library about between-session assignments. \nWorkshop Dates: Wednesdays at 10:00 am (September 13\, September 20\, and September 27) in the Innovation Studio on the main floor. \nTo register for the series\, use the RPL link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%93%93-writers-workshop-series-theres-no-write-way-to-write/2023-09-13/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-Writers-Workshop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T120000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230905T211347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T211347Z UID:10000444-1694514600-1694520000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:ā£ļø PSC Memory Cafe in Partnership with Stoneham Senior Center DESCRIPTION:The Stoneham & Reading Senior Centers and the Reading Public Library are partnering to bring social connections to individuals living with a memory impairment & their care partners through the Memory CafĆ©. Alternating between Stonehamā€™s Senior Center and the Reading Public Library\, the cafe takes place on the second Tuesday of every month. September and Novemberā€™s events will be held at the Reading library. \nFor further information or to RSVP\, call Kerry Valle at (781) 942-6659 or Alyse Warren at (781) 942-6693. \nAdditional information can be found at the Reading library website using the link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%e2%9d%a3%ef%b8%8f-psc-memory-cafe-in-partnership-with-stoneham-senior-center/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Elder and Human Services ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/FB-Event-PSC-Memory-Cafe.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T210000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230821T155826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T155826Z UID:10000431-1694026800-1694034000@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:ā“ Trivia at the Library! DESCRIPTION:Grab your team of 4 to 6 players and join us for a fun night of trivia at the library! Questions will be read aloud and displayed in a slide show presentation. \nTrivia will consist of 3 rounds of general questions ranging from a variety of topics\, a picture round\, and a 3 question bonus round to end the night. \nFor additional information and to register for this FUN event\, visit the library website using the link provided below. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%e2%9d%93-trivia-at-the-library/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/FB-Event-Trivia-Night.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T180000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230821T155947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T160041Z UID:10000432-1693929600-1693936800@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:ā›‘ļø Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults DESCRIPTION:The Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support invites adults to participate in a special course. Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults is for those that want to support elders ages 60+. \nThe instructor\, Taunya L. Jarzyniecki\, is credentialed through the National Council on Mental Well-being for Mental Health First Aid USA. Join us for all 4 sessions to become certified as a first aider on September 5\, 14\, 21 and 28 from 4-6 pm and Dec. 7 at the Reading Public Library. (PLEASE NOTE: First session is on Tuesday and the remaining sessions are on Thursday).\nRegistration is required and spaces limited. Attending all 4 sessions is required for participation in this workshop. \nVisit the library website\, linked below\, for additional program information and registration. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/mental-health-first-aid-for-older-adults/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Coalition for Prevention & Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/FB-Event-Mental-Health-First-Aid1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T203000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230807T014631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T014631Z UID:10000427-1692730800-1692736200@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:šŸŽ¶ Drive to Sing Documentary with The Reading Community Singers DESCRIPTION:Join members of the Reading Community Singers at the library for a screening and possibly a song!\nAre you passionate about choir singing? Donā€™t miss this award-winning documentary made in Massachusetts. Drive to Sing is about choirs during the pandemic and the importance of making music together.\nNo registration required. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%b6-drive-to-sing-documentary-with-the-reading-community-singers/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/RPL-Drive-to-Sing-1200-Ɨ-628-px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T170000 DTSTAMP:20260617T144716 CREATED:20230807T185320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T185320Z UID:10000428-1691676000-1691686800@www.readingrecap.com SUMMARY:ā›³ 18 Hole LED Mini Golf - All Ages DESCRIPTION:All are welcome! This program is now open to the whole family.\nJoin One Up Games on Thursday\, August 10 at 2:00pm as they take over the Reading Public Library with a full 18 hole LED mini golf set! Players will be able to play all holes throughout the event.\n*No Registration Required*\nThis program is generously funded by The Friends of the Reading Public Library. URL:https://www.readingrecap.com/event/%e2%9b%b3-18-hole-led-mini-golf-all-ages/ LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Ave\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Reading Public Library,Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readingrecap.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/LED-Mini-Golf1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR