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SUMMARY:Reading Democratic Town Committee Annual Fundraising Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Reading\, MA — The Reading Democratic Town Committee (RDTC) invites residents to its annual fall fundraiser\, Dinner with the Dems\, this Friday\, October 2\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Old South Church (6 Salem Street\, Reading). \nThis long-standing community event brings together local Democrats\, elected officials\, and neighbors for an evening of food\, conversation\, and connection. Attendees will enjoy a pasta dinner featuring ziti with marinara\, meatballs\, salad\, rolls\, and beverages\, along with a selection of finger desserts provided by RDTC members. \nThe evening will also include a silent auction\, offering attendees the chance to bid on a variety of items to help support the committee’s ongoing civic engagement efforts. Auction items include multiple artworks\, handmade holiday cards\, dinner baskets\, a tote bag full of goodies from Whitelam Books\, a tour of the State House with Rep. Rich Haggerty\, and more! Winners of items can pay by cash or check. \nConfirmed guests include State Representative Rich Haggerty and outgoing State Senator Jason Lewis\, who will share updates on recent developments at the State House. Additional speakers are expected to join. \n\nSuggested donation: $25 per person (payable at the door by cash or check)\nRSVP: Not required — all are welcome!\nParking: Available on the street or in nearby town lots\, including the Town Hall lot across the street from the church.\n\nResidents are encouraged to bring friends and neighbors who share an interest in local and state issues. \nFor more information about the Reading Democratic Town Committee and future events\, visit the website or the RDTC Facebook page\, or contact a committee member. You can also read about last year’s dinner.
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LOCATION:Old South Church\, 6 Salem Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:Colonial Chorus Players Presents Dark Satire The Pillowman
DESCRIPTION:Martin McDonagh’s play exploring the line between art and reality runs October 2–11 at Reading’s Old Hose House Theater\nReading\, MA — Does art imitate life\, or does life imitate art? That’s the question at the heart of Martin McDonagh’s dark\, twisty satire The Pillowman\, presented by Colonial Chorus Players October 2–11 at the Old Hose House Theater\, 1249 Main Street\, Reading. \nThe Pillowman is set in a police interrogation room in an unnamed totalitarian state where a young writer\, Katurian\, is under suspicion for inciting horrific violent acts through his short stories. As Katurian attempts to defend his artistic freedom\, his stories come to life on the stage through creative staging\, and the audience is left to decipher their true meaning and impact. \nMartin McDonagh is an award-winning Irish playwright and filmmaker known for provocative works such as The Banshees of Inisherin and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing\, Missouri. The Pillowman is recommended for mature audiences only and contains adult language\, child abuse\, suicide\, physical violence\, ableist slurs\, and other mature content. \nThe cast features AJ Lyman\, Casey Preston\, Mark Damon\, Ryan March\, Nick Bennett-Zendzian\, Addie Pates\, and Mia Imparato under the direction of Corey Cadigan. \nAdvance tickets are $30 for adults and $25 for seniors/students. In honor of CCP’s 65th anniversary this year\, a special $65 ticket is available for “sapphire supporters.” Tickets at the door are $33 for adults and $25 for seniors/students\, available 30 minutes before showtime\, payable in cash or via Venmo. For tickets and information\, visit ccp1961.org.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/colonial-chorus-players-presents-dark-satire-the-pillowman/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:Colonial Chorus Players\, 1249 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:Quannapowitt Players Starts Rumors
DESCRIPTION:READING\, MA — Rumor has it that The Quannapowitt Players\, Inc.\, is in rehearsal for our season opener\, Rumors by Neil Simon. Rumors is a door-slamming farce in which cover-ups abound at the 10th anniversary party of the deputy mayor of New York and his wife. A botched suicide and accidental shooting keep the high-society attendees scrambling to cover up the situation. Misunderstandings multiply\, and rumors fly faster than the truth in this nonstop farce turning the dinner party into a hysterical disaster. Rumors is directed by Glenn Wakeley and features Susan Austin\, Lauren Casey\, Michael Govang\, Anetta LaCount\, Damien LaCount\, Mark Nichols\, Heather Price\, Nathan Prosperi\, Allison Rollings and Bob Waters. \nPerformances run over three weekends: October 2\, 3\, 9\, 10\, 11\, 16 & 17.  All Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 PM; Sunday performances are at 2 PM. \nTickets are available now: $27 Adult or $25 Senior/Student online at qptheater.com or through the QP box office at 781-942-2212.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/quannapowitt-players-starts-rumors/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:Quannapowitt Players\, 55 Hopkins St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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