Dig Into Your Roots: Explore Genealogy’s Top 10 Tools with Expert Linda MacIver

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Join the Reading Public Library’s free virtual event on July 15 to learn the best online resources for tracing your family history Reading Public Library (RPL), Reading, MA—Join Linda MacIver, educator, lecturer, librarian, and genealogy researcher, in a virtual presentation on the best genealogy resources available to help you explore your family’s history. Linda will […]

Reading Recreation Children’s Performances – Stevie Kidding, The Ridiculous Magician

Memorial Park 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, United States

Reading, MA – The Reading Recreation Division is happy to announce the return of the Children’s Performance Series, a beloved summer tradition for local families! Beginning Wednesday, July 9, families are invited to enjoy free live performances every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Park. Each week features a dynamic lineup of kid-friendly […]

Reading Lions Club & Friends of Recreation 40th Journey for Sight 5K Road Race & 1 Mile Walk

Memorial Park 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, United States

Journey for Sight 5K Road Race — Thursday Evening, July 17! Reading, MA — Join the Reading Lions and Friends of Reading Rec at our annual 5K Road Race and 1 Mile Walk. The Journey For Sight will take place Thursday evening, July 17, at 6:30 PM in Reading. The race starts and finishes at […]

Old Trash & Recycling Barrels – Tuesday trash route

Do you have old recycling and trash carts to dispose of? The Town is pleased to offer special curbside collection events for residents in July and August. These special collections will run on five consecutive Saturdays, beginning on July 12 and running through August 9 as detailed below. Republic Services will pick up your old containers free […]

Summer Concert Series: Perfect Crime Band

Memorial Park 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, United States

Reading, MA — Concerts will be held at Memorial Park this year. There is street parking on Charles Street and Harrison Street, and there is a small parking lot off Salem Street. Bring your blanket or chairs and enjoy these free summer concerts. There are no rain dates for our summer concerts. For information regarding weather cancellations, […]

Senator Jason Lewis Virtual Office Hours for July

State Senator Jason Lewis will be holding virtual Office Hours in the evening on Tuesday, July 22, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Any constituent of Senator Lewis is welcome to attend Office Hours, with no appointment necessary, to discuss any personal issue or legislative feedback with the Senator and his staff. Virtual Office Hours […]

Reading Recreation Children’s Performances – Stacey Peasley Band

Memorial Park 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, United States

Reading, MA – The Reading Recreation Division is happy to announce the return of the Children’s Performance Series, a beloved summer tradition for local families! Beginning Wednesday, July 9, families are invited to enjoy free live performances every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Park. Each week features a dynamic lineup of kid-friendly […]

RPL Silent Reading Party

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Avenue, Reading, MA, United States

Reading Public Library (RPL), Reading, MA—Whether you like to tell a good story or read it, the Library’s got you covered this summer with programs for adults and teens. Take an hour to spend time with your summer read. At our Silent Reading Parties, you come to the Library with your book. Read it in […]

Summer Art Event: The Art of Appetite Opens at Gallery 103

Writers’ Collaborative Learning Center 2 Haven Street, Reading, MA, United States

July 25, 2025 – 5:30 – 8:30 PM Reading, MA — Gallery 103 invites you to feast your senses at The Art of Appetite – a one-night-only summer art experience at the Writers’ Collaborative Learning Center. This vibrant and sensory-rich exhibition explores the many ways food feeds our imaginations. Wander through a kaleidoscope of artistic takes on […]

Old Trash & Recycling Barrels – Wednesday trash route

Do you have old recycling and trash carts to dispose of? The Town is pleased to offer special curbside collection events for residents in July and August. These special collections will run on five consecutive Saturdays, beginning on July 12 and running through August 9 as detailed below. Republic Services will pick up your old containers free […]