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SUMMARY:Colonial Chorus Players - First Date
DESCRIPTION:This pop-rock musical comedy follows a mismatched couple’s hilariously awkward blind date—on stage in Reading May 2–11\nKimberly Merck and Richie DeJesus star as a mismatched couple on a blind date in the musical comedy First Date at Colonial Chorus Players May 2–11. Photo courtesy of Colonial Chorus Players.\n  \nReading\, MA — At first glance\, Aaron and Casey have absolutely nothing in common: He’s into mergers and acquisitions and looking for a meaningful relationship\, while she’s a free-spirited artist who has always had a thing for bad boys in the past. \nWhen Aaron and Casey are set up on a blind date\, their first impressions set the tone for the rest of the evening\, as when he sings\, “She’s a little artsy. She’s hip and cool. She’s just like all those girls that ignored me all through school” and she counters with\, “He’s a bit annoying\, and overdressed. He’s got the kind of vibe that says\, ‘Look at me—I’m stressed.’” \nThat’s the setup of the pop-rock musical comedy First Date\, coming to Colonial Chorus Players of Reading May 2–11. \nFirst performed on Broadway in 2013\, First Date has music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner and a book by Austin Winsberg\, largely inspired by personal experience. Allison Holloway directs\, with musical direction by Andrew Wray. \nThe cast features Richie DeJesus and Kimberly Merck as Aaron and Casey. Katie Iafolla\, Robb Laureles\, Kristen Sehn\, Michael Silvia\, and Reading’s own Stephen Russo play a chorus of besties\, parents\, older siblings\, and exes that live in the main characters’ inner thoughts and comment on the date as the evening progresses. \nFirst Date has performances May 2\, 3\, 9\, and 10 at 7:30 PM and May 4 and 11 at 2 PM at the Old Hose House Theater\, 1249 Main Street\, Reading. Please note: This show contains mature language and is recommended for audiences 16+. For tickets and information\, go to ccp1961.org.
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LOCATION:Colonial Chorus Players\, 1249 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:Whitelam Books Bookmark Design Contest
DESCRIPTION:Artists of all ages invited to submit original bookmarks inspired by their favorite books — entries accepted May 5–24\n\nReading\, MA – Whitelam Books is excited to announce a bookmark design contest beginning Monday\, May 5 and running through Saturday\, May 24. Whitelam Books is located in downtown Reading at 610 Main Street\, near the intersection of Haven Street and Main Street. \nThis event is free and open to the public – all are welcome! \nAbout the Event: \nCreativity is celebrated as Whitelam Books launches its first-ever bookmark design contest! All are encouraged to submit a colorful bookmark that is inspired by the artist’s favorite book! One winning bookmark will be selected from each of five categories: Pre-K – 2nd\, 3rd – 5th\, 6th – 8th\, 9th – 12th\, and Adult. Each winner will have their bookmark distributed at Whitelam Books during the summer\, and will receive 25 bookmarks of their winning design to share with friends. Additionally each winner will receive a $25 Whitelam Books gift card. Entry forms are available in store and at WhitelamBooks.com.
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LOCATION:Whitelam Books\, 610 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:ReadingCares and Climate Committee Host Annual Bike Recycling & Give-Away
DESCRIPTION:Donate a bike\, receive a voucher\, and help provide free\, safe bicycles — May 9–10\n\nReading\, MA — ReadingCares\, in partnership with the Reading Climate Advisory Committee\, is proud to announce the return of the annual Bike Recycling and Give-Away\, taking place Friday\, May 9 and Saturday\, May 10 at Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD)\, 230 Ash Street. \nCommunity members are invited to donate gently used bikes in good working condition during the following drop-off times: \n\nFriday\, May 9 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM\nSaturday\, May 10 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM\n\nDonors of usable bikes will receive a voucher for early entry to the Bike Give-Away\, which begins at 12:00 PM on Saturday\, May 10. The event will open to the general public at 12:30 PM\, when all attendees are welcome to pick up a free\, recycled bicycle. \nThis community-driven initiative helps provide free\, safe bicycles to families and individuals across Reading while recycling. \nEvent Location:\nReading Municipal Light Department (RMLD)\n230 Ash Street\, Reading\, MA \n\nLimited parking is available for bike drop-off only.\nNo parking at or behind RMLD during the Give-Away.\n\nTo volunteer or for more information\, contact: ReadingCares01867@gmail.com
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LOCATION:RMLD\, 230 Ash Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:Representative Jones to Hold District Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Residents invited to meet with Representative Jones or his staff at Pleasant Street Center to discuss legislative issues and access services\nBOSTON – House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones\, Jr. (R-North Reading) will be holding his monthly district office hours in Reading on Friday\, May 9 from 10:15-11:15 a.m. at the Pleasant Street Center\, located at 49 Pleasant Street. \nDuring office hours\, Representative Jones or a member of his staff will be available at the center to meet with constituents on a first-come\, first-served basis. No appointment is necessary. \n“I encourage Reading residents to stop by the Pleasant Street Center during office hours to discuss any issues of concern they may have\, including questions about legislation and accessing government services\,” said Representative Jones. “We are always happy to assist in any way we can and to be a resource to the community.” \nConstituents who are unable to attend local office hours can schedule an appointment to meet with Representative Jones at a more convenient time by calling (617) 722-2100 or e-mailing his Director of Local Affairs and Scheduling\, Sara Doran\, atSara.Doran@mahouse.gov. Representative Jones can be reached at Bradley.Jones@mahouse.gov. \nReading office hours take place on the second Friday of every month at the Pleasant Street Center.
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LOCATION:Pleasant Street Center\, 49 Pleasant St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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