The Reading Post

Maillet, Sommes & Morgan Conservation Grand Opening
2024-10-01 15:45 (America/New_York) | Maillet, Sommes & Morgan Conservation Land, 62 Willow Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Climate Resiliency Project Ribbon Cutting to occur Tuesday, October 1 at 3:45pm.
Congressman Moulton and State Delegation to attend
he Town of Reading today announces that it will host a brief press conference and ribbon cutting ceremony at the Maillet, Sommes & Morgan Conservation Land (62 Willow Street) on Tuesday, October 1 at 3:45pm. The event will showcase this special stormwater and conservation project that is now complete. The State Delegation of Senator Jason Lewis, and Representatives Bradley Jones and Rich Haggerty, as well as Congressman Seth Moulton and EEOA Undersecretary Katherine Antos will be in attendance. The public is encouraged to attend. Parking is available at Austin Preparatory School at 101 Willow Street in Reading beginning at 3:30pm, with the press conference at 3:45PM followed by opportunities for trail exploration and discussion with project staff.

The Olde Redding Faire
2024-09-28 10:00 - 14:00 | First Congregational Church of Reading, 25 Woburn Street, Reading, MA, United States
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.

Poetry Open Mic at Whitelam Books
2024-09-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Whitelam Books, 610 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Whitelam Books is delighted to announce a monthly Poetry Open Mic Night Series beginning on Thursday, September 26 from 7:00 – 8:00 PM.
Whitelam Books has been holding Poetry Open Mic Nights for years. Over the past twelve
months, attendance has grown as a core group of local poets have begun to regularly
participate. According to Liz Whitelam, owner of Whitelam Books, “It became clear there was a
desire for a space in the community to regularly share poetry. Part of our core mission is to
support writers and create a space that celebrates language. I’m delighted to announce a
monthly series of Poetry Open Mic Nights at Whitelam Books beginning on September 26.”

Representative Haggerty Community Office Hours
2024-09-26 10:30 - 13:00 | MA
State Representative Richard M. Haggerty (D-Woburn) will be holding office hours on Thursday, September 26, 2024.
The office hours will take place from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Woburn Public Library, and at Caffé Nero 676 Main Street, Reading from 12:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

The Reading Public Library welcomes the winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize in History, author Jacqueline Jones
2024-09-25 19:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Avenue, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Join us as the 2024 Pulitzer Prize Winner in History, Jacqueline Jones, presents her most recent work, No Right to an Honest Living: The Struggles of Boston’s Black Workers in the Civil War Era.

Colonial Chorus Players – Accidentally on Purpose
2024-09-21 19:30 | Colonial Chorus Players, 1249 Main Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Need laughs? On Saturday, September 21, improv troupe Accidentally on Purpose will bring their unique brand of unpredictable comedy to Reading for a fundraiser to benefit Colonial Chorus Players.
The evening begins at 7:30 PM at the Old Hose House, 1249 Main Street, Reading.

Singer Songwriter David Roth Returns to Open Linden Tree
2024-09-21 19:30 | MA
Come celebrate Linden Tree Concerts 40th season opener on Saturday, September 21st when David Roth an international touring award-winning singer-songwriter, returns to Wakefield. Linden Tree has a new home at the Wakefield Lynnfield United Methodist Church on Vernon St. Easy to find off 95 and Lowell St. The church is handicapped accessible and has a convenient parking lot by the back entrance. The show begins at 7:30, doors open at 7. Tickets $25 (under 18 $10) Reservations recommended: 781 246 2836.

National Voter Registration Day
2024-09-17 10:00 - 20:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Avenue, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Join us for National Voter Registration Day and register to vote, or make sure you’re vote ready on election day. The goal of National Voter Registration Day is to bring all Americans together for a bipartisan celebration of democracy, and we are here for it!

Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield’s September Community Open House
2024-09-15 14:00 - 16:00 | MA
The congregation of Temple Emmanuel is excited to announce several events this month that the community is invited to attend including a Community Open House on Sunday, September 15th from 2 to 4 pm. During the summer, the sanctuary has been renovated with new carpeting, chairs, and updated technology. Several improvements were designed to create to be hospitable, accessible, and inclusive.
Jonah Twisters will bring immense joy and happiness to folks of all ages. Faces will light up as his creativity brings his balloons into hats, animals, bracelets, and more.There will be refreshements for adults as well as creating your own sundae for the kids and the young at heart.
CHAI SCHOOL registration for our Tuesday classes has begun with classes beginning on Sept. 17th. All students ages 5 to 13 are welcomed, regardless of religious practices, prior knowledge or family affiliation. Morah Brenda Dolan and Rabbi Greg Hersh have planned an exciting curriculum with individual attention, experiential projects, and spirite holiday fun throughout the year. Classes meet once a week for 1.5 hours.
TOT SHABBATS are held on the first Saturday morning of the month from 9:30 to 10:15am. From newborns through elementary school, all children and their families are welcome to sing, dance, play, and eat holiday themed foods.
SISTERHOOD Kick OFF is on Sunday, Sept. 22 at 11:30am. There will be a vegetarian and dairy brunch. Our guest speaker is author Barbara Vinick who will introduce us to her book, 100 Jewish Brides: Stories from Around the World. Attendees encouraged to bring their family wedding photos and interesting artifacts. Members free, visitors $10. RSVP by Sept. 16th to shochberg.sh@gmail.com
Other happenings are a variety of Shabbat celebrations, Wakefield PorchFest, Temple Reads, and pre-high holiday preparations. All events are posted on WWW.WakefieldTemple.org.
For more information 781 245 1886.

Reading Fall Street Faire
2024-09-08 12:00 - 17:00 | Haven Street & Main Street area, 200 Haven Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading, MA — Reading Rotary has announced the annual Reading Fall Street Faire will be held Sunday September 8 from 12 pm to 5 pm in the Downtown area. “Our Reading Fall Street Faire team has been meeting regularly for months and we are in the thick of preparations,” Rotatry posted to their website.

An Evening with Survivor of Oct. 7th
2024-09-03 18:30 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Avenue, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
SHYE KLEIN WEINSTEIN
Shye is a 27 year old Canadian Israeli photographer. He is a survivor of the Nova Music Festival which he attended with his cousins and friends. He details the magic of the night and then the terrifying chaos of that morning alongside his powerful photography. Shye has exhibited his work widely and shared his testimony at numerous college campuses and communities across North America. Shye has dedicated much of his life since October 7 to educating the world about the massacre and supporting survivors.

Summer Concert Series at Memorial Park - Squeezebox Stompers
2024-08-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Squeezebox Stompers – Americana, Cajun, zydeco, blues, Folk

Electronics Recycling Event
2024-08-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Reading Town Hall Parking Lot, 16 Lowell Street., Reading, MA, 01867, United States
The First Congregational Church of Reading is hosting an Electronics Recycling Event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 17. The collection event will be held in the Town Hall parking lot at 16 Lowell Street.

Summer Concert Series at Memorial Park - The Reminisants
2024-08-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
The Reminisants – Oldies Cover Band – Music from the 50’s to the 90’s

Summer Concert Series at Memorial Park - Steve Savio
2024-08-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Steve Savio – Contemporary Classics

Summer Concert Series at Memorial Park - Jumpin’ Juba
2024-07-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Jumpin’ Juba – Classic Boogie-Woogie, Blues, Folk and Memphis Rock & Roll

Summer Concert Series at Memorial Park - Island Castaways
2024-07-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Island Castaways – Tropical Rock Band

Reading Lions Club & FORR Journey for Sight 5K
2024-07-20 18:30 | MA
It’s time to register for the Reading Lions Club & Friends of Reading Recreation Journey for Sight 5K Road Race.
Running For Good on Thursday, July 18!

Summer Concert Series at Memorial Park - Reading Community Concert Band
2024-07-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading Community Concert Band – Concert Variety

The Music Porch - Throwing Caution
2024-07-13 18:00 - 20:00 | The Music Porch, 53 Harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
MUSIC ON THE PORCH – Timeless Community Gatherings – Free Concerts
53 Harrison Street, Reading MA
Across from Memorial Park
Saturday, June 13th 6pm – Throwing Caution

Pleasant Street Center - History of Feminism in Music by John Clark
2024-06-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Pleasant Street Center, 49 Pleasant St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Pleasant Street Center – History of Feminism in Music by John Clark – Wednesday, June 26th from 10:00am to 11:00am: Music historian, John Clark will present on 100 Years of music from 1870 to 1970 that played a vital part in American women’s struggles for equal status and equal rights. You will heat songs by such widely diverse artists as Sophie Tucker, Joan Baez, Mimi Farina, Aretha Franklin, Peggy Lee and more. Please Call to sign up.

Pleasant Street Center - Fiber Arts - Fun with Flying Geese Technique
2024-06-26 10:00 - 10:30 | Pleasant Street Center, 49 Pleasant St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Fiber Arts – Fun with Flying Geese Technique – Wednesday, June 26th from 10:00am to 11:30am: Join Laurie Thies from Mary Rose Quilts as demonstrates the Flying Geese Technique. Space is limited. Please call to sign up.

Concert on the Library Lawn - Les Sampou and the Dirty Martinis
2024-06-24 19:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Avenue, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Kick off summer with an hour-long outdoor concert featuring vocalist Les Sampou and the Dirty Martinis Band. This quintet brings the American Songbook to life with a unique and sultry take on the classics—the music of Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughn, Diana Krall, Peggy Lee, George Gershwin and Harold Arlen.

Reading PorchFest
2024-06-22 12:00 - 18:00 | MA
This year, Reading PorchFest has a record of 93 musical acts, taking place at 45 venues all over town. Together with the schedule, an online map will appear at ReadingPorchFest.com in the next few days. Among those sites are five, which are almost musical festivals in their own right. Revelers could park themselves at any one of these and hear great music all afternoon long.

Household Hazardous Waste Day
2024-06-22 09:00 - 13:00 | DPW Garage, 75 Newcorssing Road, reading, MA, 01867, United States

Voting on the establishment of Bill Russell Day
2024-06-18 19:00 | MA

Senator Jason Lewis Virtual Office Hours
2024-06-17 14:00 - 15:00 | MA
Senator Jason Lewis Announces Virtual Office Hours for June
BOSTON—State Senator Jason Lewis will be holding Virtual Office Hours on Monday, June 17, from 2 p.m. to 3 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 are held on Zoom. To join the meeting please visit SenatorJasonLewis.com, use the following link, or enter the meeting information on Zoom:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83854164671?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 838 5416 4671
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Each constituent meets privately with the Senator during the Zoom session.
Senator Lewis also holds regular in-person Office Hours in each community of the district (Malden, Melrose, Reading, Stoneham, Wakefield, and Winchester).
For further information or any questions, visit SenatorJasonLewis.com or contact his State House office at (617) 722-1206 or Jason.Lewis@masenate.gov.

Friends of Reading Rec Fireworks
2024-06-15 21:00 | Birch Meadow Area, 97 Birch Meadow Drive, Reading, MA, 01867, United States

Metro North Jewish Families Summer Carnival
2024-06-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Temple Emmanuel, 120 Chestnut Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880, United States

Juneteenth Freedom Festival
2024-06-15 13:00 - 19:00 | Reading Town Common, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
