Whitelam Books Bookmark Design Contest
2025-05-05 - 2025-05-24 | Whitelam Books, 610 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Artists of all ages invited to submit original bookmarks inspired by their favorite books — entries accepted May 5–24

Reading, 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.
This event is free and open to the public – all are welcome!
About the Event:
Creativity 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.

Post 1917 Celebrates Memorial Day with Weekend-Long ‘Deck Opening Party’ Featuring Live Music, Delicious Food, and New Cocktail Menu
2025-05-22 - 2025-05-25 | Post 1917, 136 Haven St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Post 1917 is thrilled to announce a Memorial Day weekend celebration with the grand opening of The Deck at Post 1917, the restaurant’s inviting outdoor space that comfortably accommodates 50 guests and features Reading’s only outdoor bar. The festivities will run from Thursday, May 22, through Sunday, May 25, offering live music, delectable food, and a new summer cocktail menu.
Located at the historic Post Office Building at 136 Haven Street, Post 1917 brings together the charm of Reading’s storied past with a modern, city-inspired vibe. Guests can enjoy live music performances each evening throughout the weekend while savoring signature dishes and refreshing cocktails under the open sky.
The entertainment lineup includes the Haverty Brothers kicking off the celebration on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by Reading’s own Jami Giordano on Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. On Saturday, Chad LaMarsh will take the stage from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and the weekend concludes with Eric Grava Jr. performing on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
For more information about the Memorial Day Weekend Deck Opening Party, visit www.post1917.com, follow Post 1917 on Facebook and Instagram, or call (617) 970-8566.

Quannapowitt Players Close Season with Pulitzer-Winning Drama Rabbit Hole
2025-05-23 - 2025-06-07 | Quannapowitt Players, 55 Hopkins St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Experience David Lindsay-Abaire’s Heartfelt Exploration of Grief and Healing, May 23 – June 7

Reading, MA — Wrapping up the Quannapowitt Players’ 2024-25 season is David Lindsay-Abaire’s poignant Pulitzer-winning play, Rabbit Hole. In the aftermath of an unthinkable accident, Rabbit Hole charts Becca and Howie Corbett’s search for connection as the couple drifts perilously apart. As they struggle to mend a relationship that’s seeking light on two different trajectories, an unexpected visitor prompts them to wonder if there is a version of their future where comfort can be found.
“…an intensely emotional examination of grief, laced with wit, insightfulness, compassion, and searing honesty. – Variety
“A painstakingly beautiful, dramatically resourceful, exquisitely human play.” -BackStage
Directed by J. Mark Baumhardt and featuring Jenny Fielding, Tom Berry, Danielle Wehner, Margaret McCarty, & Devyn Berry, Rabbit Hole runs May 23 -June 7 at QP’s historic little red schoolhouse-turned-playhouse at 55 Hopkins Street in Reading.
Tickets are $25, $23 for Seniors/Students, and can be purchased at qptheater.com/box-office or by calling the QP Box Office at 781-942-2212.
Checks/cash are accepted at performances, as well as Credit Cards for a small fee.
Friday and Saturday performances are at 8PM.
Sunday performances are at 2PM.
