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SUMMARY:Reading Art Association Spring Art Show and Sale Art in Bloom
DESCRIPTION:May 2nd and 3rd\n\nReading\, MA — The Reading Art Association Spring Show returns this May with artwork of over 90 artist members representing surrounding towns and cities. Joining us for the show are members of the Reading Garden Club\, who will be interpreting a painting using flowers. The show will be held at the Congregational Church\, Woburn Street in Reading on Friday\, May 2nd from 7:30 – 9:30\, and Saturday\, May 3rd from 10:00 – 3:00. Entrance to Guild Hall where the art show is held is the middle side door on Sanborn Street. The presentation of awards is at 8:30 on Friday night. \nA painting by Lorraine O’Brien of the Reading and Lynnfield Art Associations has been donated for the drawing. Tickets are available to be purchased for $1 ticket. The winning ticket will be drawn on Saturday afternoon\, and the winner does not need to be present Saturday to win the painting. \nOriginal works of art\, mini-art\, and unframed art will be on display and able to be purchased during the weekend. \nThe Reading Art Association was founded in 1958 to foster the arts in Reading\, Massachusetts. For more info on the association\, go to readingart.org. This promises to be a wonderful show and a great way to spend some time over the spring weekend.
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LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Reading\, 25 Woburn Street\, Reading\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Renowned Pastel Artist Andrew Anderson-Bell to Present Landscape Demonstration for Reading Art
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed landscape artist Andrew Anderson-Bell will be showcasing his expertise in pastel painting with a live demonstration for Reading Art Association on April 9\, 2025\, at 7:30 PM at the First Congregational Church in Reading. Attendees are invited to enter through the middle side door on Sanborn Street. \nAnderson-Bell\, a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design\, began his artistic career in graphic design and photography before discovering his passion for pastels. His work captures the beauty of the natural world\, with a particular focus on the landscapes of North Haven Island\, Maine\, and the islands of Penobscot Bay—places he holds close to his heart as a lifelong summer resident of North Haven. \nThis engaging demonstration offers art enthusiasts and aspiring artists the opportunity to witness Anderson-Bell’s techniques firsthand and gain insight into his creative process. \nDon’t miss this special event! For more information\, visit Anderson-BellStudio.com.
URL:http://thereadingpost.com/event/renowned-pastel-artist-andrew-anderson-bell-to-present-landscape-demonstration-for-reading-art/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Reading\, 25 Woburn Street\, Reading\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Reading Community Concert Band Holiday Concert
DESCRIPTION:The RCCB has two upcoming Holiday Concert performances. The first is the Festival of Trees at Parker Middle School on Saturday\, December 7\, at 10 a.m. The following day\, December 8\, the RCCB will perform at the First Congregational Church at 3 p.m.
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LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Reading\, 25 Woburn Street\, Reading\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:“A Christmas Carol” at Creative Arts of Reading
DESCRIPTION:Creative Arts presents “A Christmas Carol” Creative Arts and the First Congregational Church of Reading’s 2nd annual co-production of “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens will perform during FCCR’s Annual Cookies & Cocoa event taking place on the same day as the Reading Annual Tree Lighting event on the town common.  \nAudiences are invited to attend this FREE PERFORMANCE in the sanctuary at the FCCR\, which is stroller and wheelchair accessible. The performance is only 30 minutes long.  Join us at 25 Woburn Street in Reading. \nThe cast includes local Reading residents Ingrid\, Tay\, and Peter Rhoads\, Matthew Garlin\, Esme Moss\, and Ethan Dill.  \nRounding out the cast are: John Murtagh as Scrooge\, John Pease as Jacob Marley (and the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Be)\, Matthew Garlin as Bob Cratchit\, Steve Bermundo as Fred\, Eveline Putnam as The Ghost of Christmas Past\, Spencer O’Dowd as the Ghost of Christmas Present\, Tay Evans-Rhoads as Mrs. Cratchit. Sebastian Putnam as Peter Cratchit\, Esme Moss as Martha Cratchit\, Ingrid Rhoads as Belinda Cratchit\, Allison Ruddman-Putnam as Mrs. Fezziwig\, Christian Moll as Belle\, Spencer Moll as Young Scrooge\, Peter Rhoads as Old Joe\, Heather Rotundi as Mrs. Dilber\, Maya Concepción as Lilly\, Fred’s Wife\, and Ethan Dill as Tiny Tim. The production is directed by Andrew Rhodes. \n“A Christmas Carol” is free and open to the public. For more information\, you may contact the Creative Arts office at (781) 942-9600 or director@weteachcreativearts.org.
URL:http://thereadingpost.com/event/a-christmas-carol-at-creative-arts-of-reading/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Reading\, 25 Woburn Street\, Reading\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Olde Redding Faire
DESCRIPTION:Be a part of this Reading tradition since 1957! Join your neighbors at the annual fall faire\, eat great food\, shop\, bid and have fun! Food: Enjoy pulled pork sandwiches\, mac and cheese\, baked potatoes and toppings\, grilled cheese & tomato soup\, hot dogs\, fried dough\, popcorn\, and the Bake Table\, brimming with homemade treats.
URL:http://thereadingpost.com/event/the-olde-redding-faire/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Reading\, 25 Woburn Street\, Reading\, MA\, United States
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