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SUMMARY:Senator Jason Lewis January Office Hours in Reading
DESCRIPTION:State Senator Jason Lewis will be holding Office Hours in Reading on Monday\, January 6\, 2025\, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Pleasant Street Center (49 Pleasant St). \nAny Reading resident is welcome to attend Office Hours\, with no appointment necessary\, to meet with the Senator and discuss any constituent issues or legislative feedback. \nSenator Lewis will also be holding Office Hours the same day in Winchester from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Winchester Public Library (80 Washington St)\, and in Stoneham from 12-1 p.m. at the Stoneham Senior Center (136 Elm St).
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/senator-jason-lewis-january-office-hours-in-reading/
LOCATION:Pleasant Street Center\, 49 Pleasant St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:Reading Public Library Solstice Open House
DESCRIPTION:Come to the library on Saturday\, December 21\, to kick off the longest night of the year and the library’s new Rooted in Reading initiative. Bring your whole family and friends to experience a “wonderland” open house for all ages to celebrate the first day of winter. \nYou’re invited to create your own solstice lantern and ornament\, and check out our solstice spiral. To help keep the chill away\, we’ll have a fire pit and hot chocolate. This is an outdoor celebration\, so remember to dress for the weather. We can’t wait to see you! \nSaturday\, December 21 | 2:30 – 4:30 pm | Library Lawn \nRooted in Reading is devoted to intergenerational learning about everything from gardening to green living. You’ll be seeing new programs\, updates to our green spaces outside (and inside!)\, as well as highlights from our established collections in gardening\, nature\, and more.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/reading-public-library-solstice-open-house/
LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Avenue\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dickens Holiday Marketplace and Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:This event is a wonderful holiday marketplace featuring approximately 50 craft vendors exhibiting and selling their creations. The RMHS Main Street hallway will be transformed with seasonal decorations and musical performances throughout the day. We look forward to strolling carolers\, Shakespearean actors\, dance troupes\, musicians\, refreshments – and 50+ crafters/vendors\, all under one weather-proof roof. Patrons will enjoy shopping\, relaxing with a cup of cocoa\, and taking in the holiday spirit. Free admission! Free parking! \nThe Dickens Fair is a fundraiser for Parents Supporting Student Theatre (PSST)\, which supports The RMHS Drama Club. All fundraising enhances our students’ experiences by paying for extracurricular teachers (Playwriting\, Shakespeare\, Improv\, and Technical Directors)\, providing student scholarships\, covering extra production costs (mic batteries\, fog machines\, shop tools\, etc.)\, and 0feeding working students who spend 8 hours on a Saturday building sets! \nFor vendor inquiries\, please contact rmhsdickensfair@gmail.com
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/dickens-holiday-marketplace-and-craft-fair/
LOCATION:RMHS Performing Arts Center\, 62 Oakland Road\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:Representative Jones Holding District Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones\, Jr. (R-North Reading) will be holding his monthly district office hours in Reading on Friday\, December 13\, 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.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/representative-jones-holding-district-office-hours-3/
LOCATION:Pleasant Street Center\, 49 Pleasant St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T190000
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SUMMARY:RMHS Choirs Winter Songfest
DESCRIPTION:The annual RMHS Winter Songfest concert will take place on Wednesday\, December 11\, at 7:00 p.m. in the Reading High School Performing Arts Center. The concert is free to all and will feature students from six different student ensembles. Celebrate the season with songs and support our talented RMHS choir members!
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/rmhs-choirs-winter-songfest/
LOCATION:RMHS Performing Arts Center\, 62 Oakland Road\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:Eastern Gateway Open House
DESCRIPTION:Help Town staff identify and address priorities in the town’s industrial zoning district along Walkers Brook Drive. What would you like to see here in the future? \nProvide input on:\n– Connectivity\n– Scale\n– Use(s)\n– Atmosphere\n– And more! \nWednesday\, Dec. 11\, 2024\n7:00 PM at Pleasant Street Center\n49 Pleasant Street \nFor more information:\nEmail: planning@readingma.gov\nVisit: readingma.gov/egpp
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/eastern-gateway-open-house/
LOCATION:Pleasant Street Center\, 49 Pleasant St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:Killam School Building Project Neighbor’s Open House
DESCRIPTION:The originally scheduled KSBP meeting on December 9 focusing on sustainability is being rescheduled to after the New Year. In its place\, please join us for a neighbor’s open house on Monday\, December 9\, at 7 pm at the Killam School. Town staff & elected officials\, along with the Superintendent and building Principal\, will be on hand to discuss the project and timeline. Light refreshments will be served. To help us plan\, but not required\, RSVP to Olivia at contact@killamschool.com. The public is also welcome to attend this open house!
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/killam-school-building-project-neighbors-open-house/
LOCATION:Killam School\, 333 Charles St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T200000
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SUMMARY:Quannapowitt Players Suburban Holidays 13
DESCRIPTION:The Quannapowitt Players are proud to present the 13th Annual Suburban Holidays from November 29 to December 7. Suburban Holidays 13 is a series of short\, holiday-themed plays that are sure to delight! \nSingle tickets are $25 for Adults or $23 for Seniors/Students and can be purchased online at qptheater.com/box-office/. Or you may call the QP Box Office at (781) 942-2212. The Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 PM. The Sunday performance is at 2 PM.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/quannapowitt-players-suburban-holidays-13-5/
LOCATION:Quannapowitt Players\, 55 Hopkins St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:Reading Community Menorah Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Chanukah with Friends and Neighbors. All are invited to participate in the Third Annual Community Menorah Lighting to be held on the Reading Town Common on Sunday\, December 8\, 2024\, at 5:00 PM. The event will commence with candle lighting on the Common\, followed by festivities at the First Congregational Church. Activities include a story walk\, music and dancing\, children’s crafts\, and holiday refreshments. Please also bring a non-perishable food item to contribute to the Reading Food Pantry.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/reading-community-menorah-lighting/
LOCATION:Reading Town Common\, 16 Lowell Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T150000
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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.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/reading-community-concert-band-holiday-concert/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Reading\, 25 Woburn Street\, Reading\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T140000
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SUMMARY:Colonial Chorus Players Miracle on 34th Street
DESCRIPTION:Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Radio Play\nWritten by George Seaton\nStory by Valentine Davies\nDirected by Bob Beckman\nProduced by Tom Coffin and Sharyn Taitz\nPERFORMANCES:\nDecember 6–8\, 2024\nLOCATION:\nOld Hose House Theater\n1249 Main Street\nReading\, MA\nCAST:\nMichael Barry\nKirsten Brown\nPeter Cavicchio\nAngela Merrill\nAvery Merrill (as Susan)\nDavid Murgo\nCarla Perrotta
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/colonial-chorus-players-miracle-on-34th-street-3/
LOCATION:Colonial Chorus Players\, 1249 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T160000
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SUMMARY:REF Festival of Trees 2024
DESCRIPTION:Saturday December 7th (10am-8pm) & Sunday December 8th (10am-4pm)\nAt Parker Middle School – 45 Temple Street\, Reading MA 01867\nOur annual holiday fundraiser is a great family event! Visitors will be delighted and inspired by a winter wonderland of decorated holiday trees that are raffled off to lucky winners! Saturday evening activities consist of a special reading of Polar Express and a pajama party for kids among a forest of fun. \nDecorated trees are donated by local families\, businesses\, organizations\, and schools. With a wide variety of sizes\, shapes\, and themes to choose from\, there is something for everyone. \nDonors have decorated a tree as a family project\, in memory of a loved one\, to promote a cause\, or to advertise their business. Decorated trees must be artificial and tree size can range from table top to 11 feet high. \nVisit our blog to see winning trees in the past trees for inspiration! \nCome see our Amazing Entertainment – here is the schedule for the weekend and grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks!
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/ref-festival-of-trees-2024-2/
LOCATION:Parker Middle School\, 45 Temple Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T193000
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SUMMARY:Reading Community Singers Annual Holiday Concert
DESCRIPTION:Reading Community Singers wants to invite everyone to their Annual Holiday Concert on December 7\, at 7:30 at Reading Memorial High School – This year\, it is entitled “Light Up the World ~ Holidays in the Movies.” They’ve been rehearsing for months a great mix of music to celebrate the season – Christmas\, Hanukkah\, Winter\, and Family – with Classic and Modern Favorites and a Sing-Along with some very special guests. As the title suggests\, there’s some music to make the Holidays even brighter – like “Getting’ in the Mood (for Christmas)\,” as well as selections from your favorite movie musicals! It’s a wonderful evening for all ages.  \nIn addition to a featured youth choir\, their Guest Artists this year are The Sniveling Norburys (aka The Jingling Noel-berries for the holiday season)\, made up of five very talented RCS members who are always sure to be entertaining. \nWhatever Holidays you celebrate\, take a well-deserved break from your preparations and join RCS for an enjoyable evening of Musical Merrymaking! Tickets are available from any Chorus member\, as well as online and at the door\, with discounts for Seniors and Students. For Advance Tickets\, go to ReadingCommunitySingers.org/tickets.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/reading-community-singers-annual-holiday-concert/
LOCATION:RMHS Performing Arts Center\, 62 Oakland Road\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T193000
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SUMMARY:Linden Tree Winter Potpourri
DESCRIPTION:when: SAT. DECEMBER 7\, 2024 at 7:30 pm\nwhat: Linden Tree Winter Potpourri: MASSACHUSETTS GOT TALENT. 9 acoustic music acts featuring last year winner:Mark Zelemeyer & Friends and  Kirsten Manville as MC. $10 minimum donation with a share for the Wakefield Food Pantry. Audience participation. Social hall at Wakefield Lynnfield Methodist Church at 273 Vernon St. Wakefield. Parking lot in rear of church. For more info: www.LindenTreeCoffeehouse.org or 781 246 2836.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/linden-tree-winter-potpourri/
LOCATION:Linden Tree Coffeehouse\, 326 Main Street\, Wakefield\, MA\, 01880\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T193000
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CREATED:20241017T201229Z
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SUMMARY:Colonial Chorus Players Miracle on 34th Street
DESCRIPTION:Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Radio Play\nWritten by George Seaton\nStory by Valentine Davies\nDirected by Bob Beckman\nProduced by Tom Coffin and Sharyn Taitz\nPERFORMANCES:\nDecember 6–8\, 2024\nLOCATION:\nOld Hose House Theater\n1249 Main Street\nReading\, MA\nCAST:\nMichael Barry\nKirsten Brown\nPeter Cavicchio\nAngela Merrill\nAvery Merrill (as Susan)\nDavid Murgo\nCarla Perrotta
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/colonial-chorus-players-miracle-on-34th-street-2/
LOCATION:Colonial Chorus Players\, 1249 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T160000
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SUMMARY:Arts Collaborative of Wakefield’s Annual Winter Artisan Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Arts Collaborative of Wakefield is proud to present its Annual Winter Artisan Sale in the main gallery of the Albion Cultural Exchange Building in Wakefield. Get into the spirit of the season and shop a variety of local and handmade products\, including artwork of all kinds – ceramics\, jewelry\, mixed media\, paintings\, prints\, photography\, and other hand-crafted items. In addition\, we’ll be doing our annual support of the Wakefield Food Pantry\, so please feel free to donate canned and dry goods. You will find us at 9 Albion Street\, Wakefield\, on Friday\, Dec 6\, from 5 pm – 8 pm and Saturday\, Dec 7\, from 11 am – 4 pm. For more information about the Arts Collaborative of Wakefield\, please go to artscollaborativeofwakefield.com. \nThe Arts Collaborative of Wakefield’s (ACW) mission is to support Wakefield and local community visual artists and craftsmen by providing opportunities for artists to network\, meet and share ideas\, display their work\, and create partnership programs between local artists and businesses. A key component of the ACW is its online artist registry used by artists\, patrons\, sponsors\, local businesses\, and enthusiasts. The online registry allows artists to identify themselves in terms of their artwork. The registry is also a great tool for non-artists to check out what is happening in the local art community and to find an artist or craftsman whose style they like or who they want to engage for a piece of artwork. Artists register at artscollaborativeofwakefield.com. Past and recent events sponsored and coordinated by the ACW include:  \nSpring Art Exhibit & Sale\nFall Art Exhibit & Sale\nHoliday Season Artisan’s Sale\nDemonstration Nights\nArt Supply Exchange / Sale\nThe ACW regular monthly meetings are typically the 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Albion Cultural Exchange Building (9 Albion St.) at 7pm. Feel free to come join us for a meeting! For contact info and to check out the community’s many local artists and their work. ACW Website: artscollaborativeofwakefield.com
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/arts-collaborative-of-wakefields-annual-winter-artisan-sale/
LOCATION:Albion Cultural Exchange Building\, 9 Albion St\, Wakefield\, MA\, 01880\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T200000
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SUMMARY:REF Festival of Trees 2024
DESCRIPTION:Saturday December 7th (10am-8pm)  &  Sunday December 8th (10am-4pm)\nAt Parker Middle School – 45 Temple Street\, Reading MA 01867\nOur annual holiday fundraiser is a great family event! Visitors will be delighted and inspired by a winter wonderland of decorated holiday trees that are raffled off to lucky winners! Saturday evening activities consist of a special reading of Polar Express and a pajama party for kids among a forest of fun. \nDecorated trees are donated by local families\, businesses\, organizations\, and schools. With a wide variety of sizes\, shapes\, and themes to choose from\, there is something for everyone. \nDonors have decorated a tree as a family project\, in memory of a loved one\, to promote a cause\, or to advertise their business. Decorated trees must be artificial and tree size can range from table top to 11 feet high. \nVisit our blog to see winning trees in the past trees for inspiration! \nCome see our Amazing Entertainment – here is the schedule for the weekend and grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks!
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/ref-festival-of-trees-2024/
LOCATION:Parker Middle School\, 45 Temple Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T200000
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SUMMARY:Quannapowitt Players Suburban Holidays 13
DESCRIPTION:The Quannapowitt Players are proud to present the 13th Annual Suburban Holidays from November 29 to December 7. Suburban Holidays 13 is a series of short\, holiday-themed plays that are sure to delight! \nSingle tickets are $25 for Adults or $23 for Seniors/Students and can be purchased online at qptheater.com/box-office/. Or you may call the QP Box Office at (781) 942-2212. The Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 PM. The Sunday performance is at 2 PM.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/quannapowitt-players-suburban-holidays-13-4/
LOCATION:Quannapowitt Players\, 55 Hopkins St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182634
CREATED:20241017T201610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T174204Z
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SUMMARY:Colonial Chorus Players Miracle on 34th Street
DESCRIPTION:Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Radio Play\nWritten by George Seaton\nStory by Valentine Davies\nDirected by Bob Beckman\nProduced by Tom Coffin and Sharyn Taitz\nPERFORMANCES:\nDecember 6–8\, 2024\nLOCATION:\nOld Hose House Theater\n1249 Main Street\nReading\, MA\nCAST:\nMichael Barry\nKirsten Brown\nPeter Cavicchio\nAngela Merrill\nAvery Merrill (as Susan)\nDavid Murgo\nCarla Perrotta
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/colonial-chorus-players-miracle-on-34th-street/
LOCATION:Colonial Chorus Players\, 1249 Main Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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SUMMARY:Shop the Bock
DESCRIPTION:Reading’s much-celebrated annual Shop the Block event is on Thursday\, December 5. Extended hours and specials are available from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Grab a few friends to shop and dine. \nThis event gives customers the chance to celebrate longer and enjoy fun shopping experiences all season long. Businesses and restaurants in Reading are working together to make this an amazing event\, so be sure to follow Shop The Block’s Instagram and Facebook page.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/shop-the-bock/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182634
CREATED:20241202T195859Z
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SUMMARY:Middlesex Concert Band Free Holiday Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join the Middlesex Concert Band for its annual Holiday Concert\, which will take place Dec. 15\, 2024\, at 3:00 pm at Galvin Middle School in Wakefield. The band will perform many memorable pieces\, such as “The Night Before Christmas\,” “Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring\,” “Three Moods of Hanukkah\,” and Leroy Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride.” Thanks to a generous donor\, the concert is free of charge.  \nJoining the band again this year will be guest soprano April Foley\, an accomplished singer and voice teacher with a teaching studio in North Andover. She will be narrating “The Night Before Christmas” and singing in the medley “Christmas from the 50s\,” which features familiar tunes such as “Frosty the Snowman” and “The Christmas Waltz.” Foley will also be leading a holiday sing-along. The Band will also play the medley\, “A Contemporary Christmas\,” featuring tunes such as “Feliz Navidad” and “Jingle Bell Rock.” The program also includes a clever piece called “Minor Alterations\,” which features familiar Christmas tunes transposed from a major to a minor key. That piece’s dramatic ending includes a frenzied excerpt from the finale of the Nutcracker Suite.   \nFinally\, all will enjoy a pleasing arrangement of the calypso tune\, “Mary’s Boy Child\,” as well as Leroy Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride\,” which comes complete with the sounds of a cracking whip and a neighing horse. \nThe Middlesex Concert Band’s annual holiday concert is traditionally one of its best attended concerts. Audiences will enjoy the lively program chosen for this year.     \nThe Middlesex Concert Band’s Holiday Concert will take place Sun. Dec. 15 at  \n3:00 pm at Galvin Middle School Auditorium (525 Main St.\, Wakefield\, MA). The concert is free and open to the public. For more information\, visit the Middlesex Concert Band’s website.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/middlesex-concert-band-free-holiday-concert/
LOCATION:Galvin Middle School\, 525 Main St.\, Wakefield\, MA\, 01880\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182634
CREATED:20241122T171018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T171024Z
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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:https://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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182634
CREATED:20241017T203621Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Lighting on the Common
DESCRIPTION:The 31st Annual Tree Lighting on Reading Common will take place on Sunday\, December 1st from 2:00 to 4:30 when Santa comes to light up the display. This event\, sponsored by the Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce\, is a long-time holiday favorite drawing over a thousand people from the community. This is your chance to show your support for this wonderful event and get your name in front of your local customers.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/tree-lighting-on-the-common/
LOCATION:Reading Town Common\, 16 Lowell Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182634
CREATED:20241119T171251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T171300Z
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SUMMARY:Quannapowitt Players Suburban Holidays 13
DESCRIPTION:The Quannapowitt Players are proud to present the 13th Annual Suburban Holidays from November 29 to December 7. Suburban Holidays 13 is a series of short\, holiday-themed plays that are sure to delight! \nSingle tickets are $25 for Adults or $23 for Seniors/Students and can be purchased online at qptheater.com/box-office/. Or you may call the QP Box Office at (781) 942-2212. The Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 PM. The Sunday performance is at 2 PM.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/quannapowitt-players-suburban-holidays-13-3/
LOCATION:Quannapowitt Players\, 55 Hopkins St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182634
CREATED:20241119T171112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T171139Z
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SUMMARY:Quannapowitt Players Suburban Holidays 13
DESCRIPTION:The Quannapowitt Players are proud to present the 13th Annual Suburban Holidays from November 29 to December 7. Suburban Holidays 13 is a series of short\, holiday-themed plays that are sure to delight! \nSingle tickets are $25 for Adults or $23 for Seniors/Students and can be purchased online at qptheater.com/box-office/. Or you may call the QP Box Office at (781) 942-2212. The Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 PM. The Sunday performance is at 2 PM.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/quannapowitt-players-suburban-holidays-13-2/
LOCATION:Quannapowitt Players\, 55 Hopkins St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182634
CREATED:20241119T170946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T170958Z
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SUMMARY:Quannapowitt Players Suburban Holidays 13
DESCRIPTION:The Quannapowitt Players are proud to present the 13th Annual Suburban Holidays from November 29 to December 7. Suburban Holidays 13 is a series of short\, holiday-themed plays that are sure to delight! \nSingle tickets are $25 for Adults or $23 for Seniors/Students and can be purchased online at qptheater.com/box-office/. Or you may call the QP Box Office at (781) 942-2212. The Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 PM. The Sunday performance is at 2 PM.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/quannapowitt-players-suburban-holidays-13/
LOCATION:Quannapowitt Players\, 55 Hopkins St\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182634
CREATED:20241118T174222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T174222Z
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SUMMARY:Parker Tavern Opens for Tours November 29 (Black Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a different way to spend Black Friday\, something without malls\, crowds\, online shopping\, or any expenditure? Do you want to impress your Thanksgiving guests with a cool\, enlightening—and nearby—activity? \n Then hop over to Reading’s own Parker Tavern (103 Washington Street) any time between noon and 3:00 p.m. on November 29 to enjoy a special tour. Adults will appreciate the Tavern’s interesting displays of daily life in a bygone era. Kids will wonder how children 300 years ago could have managed without cell phones\, video games\, cars\, or bicycles. And how many items may be a mystery to both age groups? Come and test your knowledge. Not sure what something is? Questions are always welcome! \nThis is the perfect solution for what to do the day after Thanksgiving and a great chance for folks to travel back to a time not that distant from the first Thanksgiving. \nThis 1694 building is one of Reading’s oldest landmarks. The Reading Antiquarian Society owns and maintains it. \nWe invite you to drop by Parker Tavern on Friday\, November 29 from noon to 3:00 p.m. to take a peek into the past.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/parker-tavern-opens-for-tours-november-29-black-friday/
LOCATION:Parker Tavern\, 103 Washington Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T182634
CREATED:20241030T175257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T175305Z
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SUMMARY:The RMHS Robockets STEM Expo
DESCRIPTION:The RMHS Robockets Team is hosting a STEM Expo on Saturday\, November 23\, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM at the Reading Public Library\, and they invite you to come join them! Come enjoy a wide variety of STEM-related activities! Feel free to go at your own pace as you move from activity to activity! Most importantly\, remember to have fun!
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/the-rmhs-robockets-stem-expo/
LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Avenue\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T121500
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CREATED:20241106T201000Z
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SUMMARY:Reading Senior Citizens Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Reading Senior Citizens are invited to attend the annual Thanksgiving Dinner at the Hillview Country Club in North Reading on Saturday\, November 23\, at 1 p.m. Doors will open at 12:15 p.m. The event will be held in the facility’s beautiful grand ballroom. \nHeld annually since 2008\, the Reading Thanksgiving Dinner is hosted by Representative Brad Jones\, his wife Linda\, Representative Richard Haggerty\, and Senator Jason Lewis. As in years past\, hundreds of local residents are expected to attend this year’s event and enjoy a traditional turkey dinner with all the fixings. Guests will enjoy live entertainment\, dancing\, and singing. \n“We are excited to be able to help celebrate the start of the holiday season with Reading’s seniors\,” said Representative Jones. “Thanks to the support of my legislative colleagues\, Representative Haggerty and Senator Lewis\, as well as the generosity of the many local businesses and individuals who have partnered with us over the years\, we are able to carry on this wonderful annual tradition for the community\, and we look forward to seeing everyone on the 23.” \nThe dinner is free and open to all Reading residents over the age of 60. However\, reservations are required and will be taken on a first-come\, first-serve basis. For reservations for the dinner\, please contact the Pleasant Street Center at 781-942-6794 by Tuesday\, November 19\, and ask for Linda Antinoro or Chris Kowaleski. \nAs we continue to support those in need in our community\, we have also partnered with the Reading Food Pantry. All attendees who are able are asked to bring non-perishable\, non-expired food items for donation to the Reading Food Pantry. The Food Pantry can always use coffee (regular and decaffeinated)\, tea\, flour\, sugar\, baking soda\, cooking oil\, lunch packs of fruit\, granola bars\, toothpaste\, shampoo\, conditioner\, laundry detergent\, and tissues. At this time\, the most needed items on the Food Pantry’s wish list include: \n\nLaundry detergent\nTissues\nSolid white tuna in water\nCereal
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/reading-senior-citizens-annual-thanksgiving-dinner/
LOCATION:Hillview Country Club\, 149 North St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T120000
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SUMMARY:Community Art Unveiling
DESCRIPTION:You are welcome to the unveiling of our Community Art Project at 11:00 am on Saturday\, November 23\, 2024\, in the Reading Public Library Studio. \nReading Public Library (RPL)\, Reading\, MA—Join us as we unveil our Community Art collaboration with Indigenous artist\, Massachusett Tribe Educator\, and Historian Thomas Spirit Tree Green. \nWorking together\, a group of Reading artists created a beaded jewelry set depicting the Three Sisters: corn\, beans\, and squash\, which pays tribute to the Pawtucket band of the Massachusett tribe. Green\, of the Neponset Band of the Massachusett\, will provide insight and discussion about the process of creating the pieces and the place of the Massachusett tribe in Reading’s history and culture. Light refreshments will be served after the program has concluded. \nThank you to The Friends of the Reading Public Library for their generous sponsorship of this project. \nCommunity Art Unveiling | Saturday\, November 23\, 2024 | Reading Public Library Studio \n❦ \nThe Reading Public Library is committed to evolving together to strengthen communication\, equity\, collaboration\, and learning in our community. Our mission is to be a center and resource for learning and civic engagement. We provide a place and platform of\, by\, and for the people who can benefit as individuals as well as contribute to the well-being of the community. We work to achieve these goals and commitments by focusing on education\, equity\, accountability\, and access.
URL:https://thereadingpost.com/event/community-art-unveiling/
LOCATION:Reading Public Library\, 64 Middlesex Avenue\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States
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