The Reading Post

Old Trash & Recycling Barrels - Monday trash route
2025-07-12
Do you have old recycling and trash carts to dispose of? The Town is pleased to offer special curbside collection events for residents in July and August. These special collections will run on five consecutive Saturdays, beginning on July 12 and running through August 9 as detailed below. Republic Services will pick up your old containers free of charge.
The dates for the special collection are below:

July 12 – Monday trash route
July 19 – Tuesday trash route
July 26 – Wednesday trash route
August 2 – Thursday trash route
August 9 – Friday trash route

Which day does my trash and recycling get picked up?
Old containers are also great to keep and use for storage, or use them to hold indoor recycling to transfer to your new outdoor bin.
If you have any questions, call the DPW office at 781-439-6930 or open a SeeClickFix request.

Summer Concert Series: Reading Community Concert Band
2025-07-13 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading, MA — Concerts will be held at Memorial Park this year. There is street parking on Charles Street and Harrison Street, and there is a small parking lot off Salem Street. Bring your blanket or chairs and enjoy these free summer concerts.
There are no rain dates for our summer concerts. For information regarding weather cancellations, please visit the home page of our website at readingrec.com after 5:00 PM on the day of the concert. We will try to post the cancellation notice as close to 5:00 PM as possible, but please understand that a last-minute cancellation could happen.

Date
Band
Genre

07/13/2025
06:00 PM – 07:30 PM
Memorial Park
Reading Community Concert Band
Concert Variety

07/20/2025
06:00 PM – 07:30 PM
Memorial Park
Perfect Crime Band
Classic Rock Band

07/27/2025
06:00 PM – 07:30 PM
Memorial Park
Jumpin’ Juba
Classic Boogie-Woogie, Blues, Folk and Memphis Rock & Roll

08/03/2025
06:00 PM – 07:30 PM
Memorial Park
Steve Savio
Contemporary Classics

08/10/2025
06:00 PM – 07:30 PM
Memorial Park
Squeezebox Stompers
Americana, Cajun, Zydeco, Blues, Folk

08/17/2025
06:00 PM – 07:30 PM
Memorial Park
The Island Castaways
Tropical Rock Band

Dig Into Your Roots: Explore Genealogy’s Top 10 Tools with Expert Linda MacIver
2025-07-15 19:00 | Virtual
Join the Reading Public Library’s free virtual event on July 15 to learn the best online resources for tracing your family history

Reading Public Library (RPL), Reading, MA—Join Linda MacIver, educator, lecturer, librarian, and genealogy researcher, in a virtual presentation on the best genealogy resources available to help you explore your family’s history. Linda will introduce you to the 10 genealogy resources you should use.

Please register directly at the link below (or on the library’s event calendar) for this webinar, which is offered in partnership with Tewksbury Public Library.
Tuesday, July 15 | 7 pm | VIRTUAL | readingpl.libnet.info/event/13985803

Did you know that the Reading Public Library’s Local History and Genealogy Librarian, Jocelyn Gould, is available for private appointments to help you get started exploring your family’s history? Check the library’s event calendar for Jocelyn’s availability and register for a one-hour appointment online or by calling the library. The Library’s Local History resources are deep and include access to a large digital collection of local news, thanks to a generous grant from the Reading Public Library Foundation.
Get started on your search today – register for the free webinar on the top 10 genealogy resources!

Reading Recreation Children’s Performances - Stevie Kidding, The Ridiculous Magician
2025-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading, MA – The Reading Recreation Division is happy to announce the return of the Children’s Performance Series, a beloved summer tradition for local families! Beginning Wednesday, July 9, families are invited to enjoy free live performances every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Park.
Each week features a dynamic lineup of kid-friendly entertainers guaranteed to bring music, laughter, and fun for all ages. Performances will take place outdoors in the park, providing a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere that celebrates summer in Reading.
Parking is available on Charles Street and Harrison Street.
Please note that there are no rain dates for performances. In the event of inclement weather, updates will be posted by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the show on the homepage of readingrec.com, or you can call the Recreation Division directly at (781) 942-9075. Final decisions may sometimes need to be made at the last minute due to changing weather conditions.
2025 Children’s Performance Series Lineup:

July 16 – Stevie Kidding, The Ridiculous Magician
Get ready for laughs, surprises, and mind-bending magic!
July 23 – Stacey Peasley Band
Catchy tunes and a lively performance that’s fun for all ages.
July 30 – Yo-Yo Guy
Watch in awe as this yo-yo master brings serious skill to the stage.
August 6 – Matt Heaton & The Outside Toys
Upbeat, toe-tapping tunes to keep the whole family moving!
August 13 – Johnny the K
A nationally acclaimed, award-winning musician—don’t miss this grand finale!

Join us for a summer of music, joy, and community fun at Memorial Park. We can’t wait to see you there!

Reading Lions Club & Friends of Recreation 40th Journey for Sight 5K Road Race & 1 Mile Walk
2025-07-17 18:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Journey for Sight 5K Road Race — Thursday Evening, July 17!

Reading, MA — Join the Reading Lions and Friends of Reading Rec at our annual 5K Road Race and 1 Mile Walk. The Journey For Sight will take place Thursday evening, July 17, at 6:30 PM in Reading. The race starts and finishes at Memorial Park on Harrison Street.

The Journey for Sight Race is a fundraiser for the Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Fund (MLERF) and other charities. MLERF finances eye research at world-renowned institutions such as Mass. Eye and Ear. Since 1985, the Reading Lions Club has donated more than $350,000 from the proceeds of this race to eye research. The Reading Lions Club is excited to continue these efforts in conjunction with the Friends of Reading Recreation (FORR).
To celebrate 40 years of running for good, special long-sleeve race t-shirts will be given to the first 250 entrants. Awards will be presented to the overall winners, as well as the top 3 in each age category: 15 and under (NEW!), 16–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70–79, 80+ We welcome runners of all ages!
Join us at Memorial Park on race day! We’ll have music to keep things festive, refreshments, pizza, and post-race raffle prize drawings.
Registration Info:

Pre-register online: runsignup.com/Race/MA/Reading/FORR5K
Same day registration: 5:00 – 6:15 PM at Memorial Park
Fees:

$30 pre-registration
$35 day-of-race
$20 | $25 for ages 17 and under

1-Mile Walk Route Available
Race starts at 6:30 PM sharp

For more information, visit readinglionsclub.org or contact Tom Clough at tom_clough@verizon.net
Please consider joining us for this worthwhile event and have a fun family evening right here in the heart of Reading.
Running For Good For Forty Years!
The Reading Lions Club has proudly served the community of Reading and surrounding communities for more than 75 years.
Reading Lions Club | P.O. Box 66 | Reading, MA 01867 | readinglionsclub.org

Old Trash & Recycling Barrels - Tuesday trash route
2025-07-19

Summer Concert Series: Perfect Crime Band
2025-07-20 06:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States

Senator Jason Lewis Virtual Office Hours for July
2025-07-22 18:00 - 19:00
State Senator Jason Lewis will be holding virtual Office Hours in the evening on Tuesday, July 22, from 6 p.m. to 7 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.

Reading Recreation Children’s Performances – Stacey Peasley Band
2025-07-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading, MA – The Reading Recreation Division is happy to announce the return of the Children’s Performance Series, a beloved summer tradition for local families! Beginning Wednesday, July 9, families are invited to enjoy free live performances every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Park.
Each week features a dynamic lineup of kid-friendly entertainers guaranteed to bring music, laughter, and fun for all ages. Performances will take place outdoors in the park, providing a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere that celebrates summer in Reading.
Parking is available on Charles Street and Harrison Street.
Please note that there are no rain dates for performances. In the event of inclement weather, updates will be posted by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the show on the homepage of readingrec.com, or you can call the Recreation Division directly at (781) 942-9075. Final decisions may sometimes need to be made at the last minute due to changing weather conditions.
2025 Children’s Performance Series Lineup:

July 23 – Stacey Peasley Band
Catchy tunes and a lively performance that’s fun for all ages.
July 30 – Yo-Yo Guy
Watch in awe as this yo-yo master brings serious skill to the stage.
August 6 – Matt Heaton & The Outside Toys
Upbeat, toe-tapping tunes to keep the whole family moving!
August 13 – Johnny the K
A nationally acclaimed, award-winning musician—don’t miss this grand finale!

Join us for a summer of music, joy, and community fun at Memorial Park. We can’t wait to see you there!

RPL Silent Reading Party
2025-07-23 18:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Avenue, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading Public Library (RPL), Reading, MA—Whether you like to tell a good story or read it, the Library’s got you covered this summer with programs for adults and teens.
Take an hour to spend time with your summer read. At our Silent Reading Parties, you come to the Library with your book. Read it in silence, in the company of other readers, for an hour, and finally, gather in the Community Room to enjoy refreshments and talk with others about your book(s).
Silent Reading Parties will be held on July 7 at 2:30 p.m., July 23 at 6:00 p.m., and August 9 at noon.
If you’re ready to take your writing from the page to the stage, check out our workshops held in collaboration with Reading’s Writers’ Collaborative Learning Center and the professionals at Redwood Speaking. You’ll learn how to write, refine, and tell a compelling story. Then, put it all together at our finale: Reading Voices-Tell Your Story Live!, a story slam on August 23.
Workshops included are: “Own Your Voice: Unleash Your Story in Writing” on July 7, and “The Art of Storytelling and Public Speaking” on July 28 and August 12.
Find details on all of these summer reading programs and more at our online event calendar: https://readingpl.libnet.info/events or stop by the Library!
Rooted in Reading is made possible by grant funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services as administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Additional support is provided by the Friends of the Reading Public Library and the Reading Public Library Foundation.

Summer Art Event: The Art of Appetite Opens at Gallery 103
2025-07-25 17:30 - 20:30 | Writers’ Collaborative Learning Center, 2 Haven Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
July 25, 2025 – 5:30 – 8:30 PM
Reading, MA — Gallery 103 invites you to feast your senses at The Art of Appetite – a one-night-only summer art experience at the Writers’ Collaborative Learning Center. This vibrant and sensory-rich exhibition explores the many ways food feeds our imaginations. Wander through a kaleidoscope of artistic takes on taste, memory, hunger, and indulgence – all created by local artists who know how to turn craving into canvas.
Step into Gallery 103, a seasonally rotating art space that celebrates fresh perspectives through creative expression, and discovers how local artists have turned appetite into art.
Event Highlights
5:30 – 6:30 PM – Suite 103

Explore the galleries
Enjoy lite bites + refreshments
Try your hand at writing prompts throughout the gallery

6:45 – 7:30 PM – Suite 102

Join us for a panel discussion with a group of exhibiting artists as they share their creative process, inspirations, and stories behind their work.

7:30 – 8:30 PM – Suite 103

Return to the gallery to meet the artists in their exhibit spaces.

Special Features
Dessert Room: Enjoy a sweet surprise—donuts!
Kids’ Art & Writing Activities: Fun prompts and hands-on art inspired by the exhibition
Jewelry & Gifts for Sale: Handcrafted pieces by exhibiting artist Fay Senner
Exhibiting Artists
Richard Baker – Cambridge, MA
Mary Demas – Wakefield, MA
Sheila Falco – Reading, MA
Sheila Foley – Saugus, MA
Raquel Fornasaro – Newton, MA
Kendall Inglese – Lynnfield, MA
Joseph Leto – Reading, MA
Karen Moss – Brookline, MA
Jane Paulson – Lexington, MA
Sophie Pearson – Worcester, MA
Kim Ramsay – Reading, MA
Karin Samatis – Reading, MA
Fay Senner – Hudson, MA
William Turville – Waltham, MA
Gallery 103 is located at the Writers’ Collaborative Learning Center, 2 Haven Street, Suite 103, Reading, MA. Come for the art, stay for the stories—and bring your appetite for creativity.

Old Trash & Recycling Barrels - Wednesday trash route
2025-07-26

Summer Concert Series: Jumpin’ Juba
2025-07-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States

RPL Storytelling & Public Speaking
2025-07-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Avenue, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading Public Library (RPL), Reading, MA—Whether you like to tell a good story or read it, the Library’s got you covered this summer with programs for adults and teens.
Take an hour to spend time with your summer read. At our Silent Reading Parties, you come to the Library with your book. Read it in silence, in the company of other readers, for an hour, and finally, gather in the Community Room to enjoy refreshments and talk with others about your book(s).
Silent Reading Parties will be held on July 7 at 2:30 p.m., July 23 at 6:00 p.m., and August 9 at noon.
If you’re ready to take your writing from the page to the stage, check out our workshops held in collaboration with Reading’s Writers’ Collaborative Learning Center and the professionals at Redwood Speaking. You’ll learn how to write, refine, and tell a compelling story. Then, put it all together at our finale: Reading Voices-Tell Your Story Live!, a story slam on August 23.
Workshops included are: “Own Your Voice: Unleash Your Story in Writing” on July 7, and “The Art of Storytelling and Public Speaking” on July 28 and August 12.
Find details on all of these summer reading programs and more at our online event calendar: readingpl.libnet.info/events or stop by the Library!
Rooted in Reading is made possible by grant funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services as administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Additional support is provided by the Friends of the Reading Public Library and the Reading Public Library Foundation.

National Lasagna Day
2025-07-29
In celebration of National Lasagna Day on July 29, 2025, Governor Maura T. Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kimberley Driscoll have formally commended Lasagna Love for its ongoing commitment to fostering nutritional security, volunteerism, and community connection across the Commonwealth.
Lasagna Love’s impact in Massachusetts is both powerful and far-reaching. Since its inception, the organization’s volunteers have prepared and delivered nearly 41,000 homemade lasagnas, feeding more than 155,000 neighbors, including over 60,000 children.
“These numbers reflect the goodwill and charity of our state’s constituents, and we are incredibly proud of the work and advocacy that has gone into achieving such an accomplishment,” said Governor Healey.
“We are honored by this recognition from Governor Healey and Lt. Governor Driscoll,” said Andrea Scullin, State Director for Massachusetts. “It’s a tribute to every volunteer who has rolled up their sleeves to cook, deliver, and connect with their communities.”
As National Lasagna Day approaches, Lasagna Love invites everyone to celebrate the spirit of giving by volunteering, donating, or requesting a meal—because one lasagna can make a lasting difference.
To learn more, visit https://www.lasagnalove.org.
About Lasagna Love
Lasagna Love is a once viral grassroots neighbor to neighbor community impact program that has grown global in its first 5 years. The organization connects communities through gestures of kindness, goodwill, and support through feeding families in need. The nonprofit has joined together more than 80,000 active volunteers from around the world and abides by three simple principles: feed families, spread kindness, and strengthen communities. Lasagna Love fosters a culture of positivity, empathy, zero-judgment, and maintains a steadfast resolve to deliver comfort when needed most. Lasagna Love volunteers share a seminal purpose: exist to assist. To learn more about Lasagna Love and how you can get involved, visit www.lasagnalove.org or our social channels, @WeAreLasagnaLove (Instagram and Facebook).

Reading Recreation Children’s Performances - Yo-Yo Guy
2025-07-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading, MA – The Reading Recreation Division is happy to announce the return of the Children’s Performance Series, a beloved summer tradition for local families! Beginning Wednesday, July 9, families are invited to enjoy free live performances every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Park.
Each week features a dynamic lineup of kid-friendly entertainers guaranteed to bring music, laughter, and fun for all ages. Performances will take place outdoors in the park, providing a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere that celebrates summer in Reading.
Parking is available on Charles Street and Harrison Street.
Please note that there are no rain dates for performances. In the event of inclement weather, updates will be posted by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the show on the homepage of readingrec.com, or you can call the Recreation Division directly at (781) 942-9075. Final decisions may sometimes need to be made at the last minute due to changing weather conditions.
2025 Children’s Performance Series Lineup:

July 30 – Yo-Yo Guy
Watch in awe as this yo-yo master brings serious skill to the stage.
August 6 – Matt Heaton & The Outside Toys
Upbeat, toe-tapping tunes to keep the whole family moving!
August 13 – Johnny the K
A nationally acclaimed, award-winning musician—don’t miss this grand finale!

Join us for a summer of music, joy, and community fun at Memorial Park. We can’t wait to see you there!

Old Trash & Recycling Barrels - Thursday trash route
2025-08-02

Summer Concert Series: Steve Savio
2025-08-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States

Reading Recreation Children’s Performances - Matt Heaton & The Outside Toys
2025-08-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading, MA – The Reading Recreation Division is happy to announce the return of the Children’s Performance Series, a beloved summer tradition for local families! Beginning Wednesday, July 9, families are invited to enjoy free live performances every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Park.
Each week features a dynamic lineup of kid-friendly entertainers guaranteed to bring music, laughter, and fun for all ages. Performances will take place outdoors in the park, providing a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere that celebrates summer in Reading.
Parking is available on Charles Street and Harrison Street.
Please note that there are no rain dates for performances. In the event of inclement weather, updates will be posted by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the show on the homepage of readingrec.com, or you can call the Recreation Division directly at (781) 942-9075. Final decisions may sometimes need to be made at the last minute due to changing weather conditions.
2025 Children’s Performance Series Lineup:

August 6 – Matt Heaton & The Outside Toys
Upbeat, toe-tapping tunes to keep the whole family moving!
August 13 – Johnny the K
A nationally acclaimed, award-winning musician—don’t miss this grand finale!

Join us for a summer of music, joy, and community fun at Memorial Park. We can’t wait to see you there!

Representative Jones District Office Hours
2025-08-08 10:15 - 11:15 | Pleasant Street Center, 49 Pleasant St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
BOSTON – House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) will be holding his monthly district office hours in Reading on Friday, August 8 from 10:15-11:15 a.m. at the Pleasant Street Center, located at 49 Pleasant Street.
During 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.
“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.”
Constituents 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, at Sara.Doran@mahouse.gov. Representative Jones can be reached at Bradley.Jones@mahouse.gov.
Reading office hours take place on the second Friday of every month at the Pleasant Street Center.

Old Trash & Recycling Barrels – Friday trash route
2025-08-09

Chabad of Wakefield to Host First-Ever Jewish Cultural Festival
2025-08-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Wakefield Common, 5 Common St, Wakefield, MA, 01880, United States
Wakefield, MA — On Sunday, August 10, the heart of Wakefield will come alive with Jewish music, food, and celebration as Chabad of Wakefield hosts the town’s first-ever Jewish Cultural Festival. Taking place from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the iconic bandstand on the Wakefield Common, this outdoor event is expected to draw hundreds of attendees from Wakefield and surrounding towns.
The festival will showcase the beauty and richness of Jewish culture in a joyful, family-friendly setting. Guests can look forward to klezmer music, authentic Jewish food for sale, local community vendors and businesses, hands-on crafts and activities for all ages, including a kids zone. The event is free and open to the public, with advance ticket reservations encouraged at wakefieldjewishfestival.com.
“This is a celebration of Jewish pride and tradition,” said Rabbi Sruly Brook, co-director of Chabad of Wakefield and organizer of the event. “In a time when antisemitism is rising, we’re choosing to respond with joy, with culture, and with connection.”
Parking for the event will be available across the street at the First Parish Congregational Church lot located at 1 Church Street. Once that lot fills, attendees are encouraged to park along nearby streets such as Main Street. Those within walking distance are highly encouraged to walk, as foot traffic is expected to help ease congestion.
With strong community support and interest from neighboring towns, the festival is shaping up to be a widely attended summer highlight. Organizers urge guests to reserve their free tickets in advance to help ensure enough food and activity materials are available for everyone.
“This is going to be a wonderful day for Wakefield,” said Rabbi Brook. “We’re excited to celebrate with friends, neighbors, and the entire community.”
To reserve your free tickets and learn more, visit wakefieldjewishfestival.com.

Summer Concert Series: Squeezebox Stompers
2025-08-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States

Reading Recreation Children’s Performances - Johnny the K
2025-08-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading, MA – The Reading Recreation Division is happy to announce the return of the Children’s Performance Series, a beloved summer tradition for local families! Beginning Wednesday, July 9, families are invited to enjoy free live performances every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Memorial Park.
Each week features a dynamic lineup of kid-friendly entertainers guaranteed to bring music, laughter, and fun for all ages. Performances will take place outdoors in the park, providing a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere that celebrates summer in Reading.
Parking is available on Charles Street and Harrison Street.
Please note that there are no rain dates for performances. In the event of inclement weather, updates will be posted by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the show on the homepage of readingrec.com, or you can call the Recreation Division directly at (781) 942-9075. Final decisions may sometimes need to be made at the last minute due to changing weather conditions.
2025 Children’s Performance Series Lineup:

August 13 – Johnny the K
A nationally acclaimed, award-winning musician—don’t miss this grand finale!

Join us for a summer of music, joy, and community fun at Memorial Park. We can’t wait to see you there!

Summer Concert Series: The Island Castaways
2025-08-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Memorial Park, 53 harrison Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States

Green Communities Designation Recognition Event
2025-08-21 10:00 | Reading Town Common, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading, MA — Reading is excited to host our Green Communities Designation Recognition Event on the Reading Town Common on Thursday, August 21st at 10:00 am.
This event will include Department of Energy Resources Commissioner Elizabeth Mahoney, Representatives of the Reading Delegation, the Reading Select Board, Various town committees, and Town of Reading employees. RCTV will record the recognition event and post for distribution. Members of the media and the general public are welcome and encouraged to attend.

RPL Reading Voice: Tell Your Story Live!
2025-08-23 12:00 - 15:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Avenue, Reading, MA, 01867, United States

Post 1917 Hosts Espresso Martini Competition Night
2025-08-26 17:00 | Post 1917, 136 Haven St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Spice Up The Dog Days of Summer in Reading with a Night of Espresso Martini Magic!
Reading, MA — Post 1917, Reading’s modern steakhouse, known for blending city sophistication with local charm, invites guests to beat the dog days of summer with a spirited evening of espresso martini creativity. On Tuesday, August 26, at 5:00 PM, the restaurant will host an Espresso Martini Competition, showcasing bartenders as they shake, stir, and craft their best versions of the beloved cocktail.
Attendees will enjoy an evening of coffee, cocktails, and friendly competition as a panel of judges crowns the Mr. Black Espresso Martini Champion. Guests will have the opportunity to sample each entry, receive one complimentary Post 1917 signature cocktail, and enjoy passed appetizers. To round out the evening, all attendees will receive a 10% off coupon for dinner at Post 1917.
Adding to the spirit of giving back, a portion of the event proceeds will benefit a local charity.
Tickets are $45 per person and can be purchased here.

Reading Community Singers Announce Three Open Rehearsals
2025-08-26 18:45 | Old South Church, 6 Salem Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Reading, MA — Mark your calendar! The Reading Community Singers is pleased to announce our Fall season will begin with Three OPEN Rehearsals, starting Tuesday, August 26, 2024, and continuing on to September 2 and 9. New and Returning Singers are welcome!
Sign-In at the first three Rehearsals will start at 6:45 PM, with Rehearsal to follow at 7:30 pm. Registration is Open for the first three rehearsals – try RCS out for up to three weeks before joining! While RCS does NOT require Auditions, our Members must love to sing, be able to match pitch and carry a tune, and be committed to attending rehearsals. We’re open to all ages and backgrounds – from 18 years to Senior Citizens. Founded in 1919, RCS is one of the longest running non-audition choruses in the United States.
All Rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 PM at Old South United Methodist Church, 6 Salem St., Reading MA.
Our Concert “Hope for the Holidays” will be presented Saturday, December 6 at Reading Memorial High School, with Beth Mosier ~ Artistic Director, and Joe Beninati ~ Accompanist, and a full band. The music is a mix of uplifting songs to bring Hope, Peace, Love, and Dreams to this Holiday season. And this session – Once rehearsals are underway – Any singers who wish to will have the opportunity to audition for a solo or small group number of their choosing. More details on this will be available at rehearsals.
Join RCS this season and have a fantastic time learning the music and making new friends. For more information, go to our website https://ReadingCommunitySingers.org, find us on FB https://www.facebook.com/ReadingCommunitySingers, or email us at info@ReadingCommunitySingers.org
