The Reading Post

Early In-Person Voting
2024-10-23 07:30 - 17:30, 2024-10-22 07:30 - 19:00, 2024-10-21 07:30 - 17:30, 2024-10-19 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
For the upcoming General Election, early voting takes place in the Town of Reading from Saturday, October 19, through Friday, November 1, 2024. If you plan to vote early, please go to Reading Town Hall, located at 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA 01867. There is dedicated parking for early voters in the Town Hall lot.

Connected Reading: An Open House for Our Community
2024-10-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Reading Public Library, 64 Middlesex Avenue, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Calling All Reading Residents! Whether you’re a new resident, remember the days of The Atlantic, or arrived sometime in between, you are welcome to Connected Reading: An Open House for Our Community!
Join the Reading Public Library, the Town of Reading, and the Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce for this drop-in event and:
Meet Representatives from town government and volunteer-led committees, schools, youth & faith-based groups, and community organizations.
Discover Reading’s many resources, services, programs, and events.
Enjoy refreshments and mingle with your neighbors!
The first 50 attendees will receive a welcome bag from the Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce, filled with information and gifts from local businesses (one welcome bag per family, please!)
Registration is encouraged but optional. Translation services will be available.

Senator Jason Lewis Office Hours for October
2024-10-21 14:00 - 15:00
State Senator Jason Lewis will be holding Virtual Office Hours on Monday, October 21, 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.

Quannapowitt Players – All In The Timing
2024-10-19 20:00, 2024-10-13 14:00, 2024-10-12 20:00 | Quannapowitt Players, 55 Hopkins St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Quannapowitt Players Presents David Ives’ “All In The Timing” October 4th-19th!
Words can be very funny, especially with the right timing & rhythm! Whether we use them to express love, or use in a new comic language, or when just landing in ‘a Philadelphia’. David Ives’ short plays are ‘witty, a bit absurd & seriously funny!’

Quannapowitt Players – All In The Timing
2024-10-18 20:00, 2024-10-11 20:00, 2024-10-05 20:00, 2024-10-04 20:00

Beer Garden on Reading Common
2024-10-12 14:00 - 20:00 | Reading Town Common, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
Beer Garden on Reading Town Common
Saturday, October 12, 2pm-8pm
Why should Winterfest be the only time to celebrate with your favorite locally brewed beverage?
We are joining with:
The Town of Reading
The Fitness Within Operation Run To Heal 5K
(to Benefit the Green Beret Foundation)
to host a Beer Garden on Reading Common
on Saturday, October 12.
﻿Sponsorships and booth spaces are now available
(most sponsorships include your booth)
We are expecting a big overflow crowd from the Road Race so sponsors can expect great visibility to the community.
Booth space availability is limited, so reserve your space today

Representative Jones Holding District Office Hours
2024-10-11 10:15 - 11:15 | Pleasant Street Center, 49 Pleasant St, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) will be holding his monthly district office hours in Reading on Friday, October 11, 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.

RMLD to Host Open House to Celebrate National Public Power Week
2024-10-10 15:00 - 18:00 | RMLD, 230 Ash Street, Reading, MA, 01867, United States
In celebration of National Public Power Week (October 3-9), Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) invites customers to attend an Open House on Thursday, October 10th from 3 – 6pm at the RMLD Garage located at 218 Ash Street, Reading.

Reading Art Association to Present Mary Rose O’Connell’s Gouache Demonstration
2024-10-09 19:30
Reading Art Association is pleased to present Mary Rose O’Connell’s gouache demonstration on October 9, 2024. The demonstration will be at 7:30 PM at the First Congregational Church in Reading. The entrance is at the side door on Sanborn St.

Discover The Arts Cultural Festival
2024-10-05 13:00 - 17:00
6th ANNUAL COMMUNITY ARTS FESTIVAL
SATURDAY OCTOBER 5, 2024, 1PM – 5PM Rain Date! OCTOBER 6, 1PM-5PM READING TOWN COMMON
Featuring:
• MusicalPerformances
• Canopied Cultural MembershipTables
• Community Cultural Information
• Family Friendly
Festival Participants
Reading Antiquarian Society – Corbett Fine Art – Hooked on Yarnz Reading Public Library – Reading Historical Commission – M & B Fun
Reading Symphony Orchestra – Creative Arts for Kids – Nimble Thimblers – Reading Police Department – April Rose Jewelry, Fibers, and Crafts – Reading Community Singers – Colonial Chorus Players

Maillet, Sommes & Morgan Conservation Grand Opening
2024-10-01 15:45 | 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
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
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
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
