Musician Art Grossman to Perform Iconic Songs of the 1960s and Share the Stories Behind the Music on October 29 Reading, MA — Art Grossman, on acoustic guitar, returns to the library to take us on a journey through folk songs that shaped the 1960s. Join us on Thursday evening, October 29, for a live […]
Reading, MA — Calling All Reading Residents! Whether you’re a new resident, remember the days of The Atlantic, or arrived sometime in between, you’re welcome to Connected Reading: An Open House for Our Community on Tuesday, October 13, from 5 to 7 pm at the Reading Public Library. Join the Reading Public Library, the Town of Reading, […]
On Tuesday, September 22, at 7 pm, Chase Mack, the Communications Director of the Community Preservation Coalition, will present information on the Community Preservation Act and answer audience questions. The event will be held in the Community Room at the Reading Public Library and will also be available on Zoom. The Zoom link is: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84715625670?pwd=6qrzAlQbmI4wsCMDBDIGHPuQjkr3br.1 The […]
Community conversation explores the river’s ongoing drought, Reading’s history of stewardship, and how residents can help protect the watershed Reading, MA — The Ipswich River Watershed Association invites the community to a special State of the Watershed: Reading Edition with Executive Director Erin Bonney Casey. Thursday, September 17 6–7:30 p.m. Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex […]
Local author and journaling teacher Jason M. Rubin will lead a hands-on workshop for adults and teens on Thursday, August 27, exploring creative expression, mindfulness, and the healing power of writing in nature Reading Public Library (RPL), Reading, MA—Try hands-on nature journaling at a special Reading Public Library workshop featuring local author, writer, and journaling […]
Community members of all ages can participate in reading challenges and submit original work for the “Reading Is Revolutionary” writing competition Reading, MA—This summer, discover how Reading is Revolutionary at the Library! We’re celebrating 250 years of independence with a Summer Reading program for children (ages 6 and up), teens, and adults starting June 22. […]
July 1 event will feature a public reading and discussion of “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?” as part of the statewide Reading Frederick Douglass Together program supported by Mass Humanities Reading Public Library (RPL), Reading, MA — Community members in Reading will gather on Wednesday, July 1, at 6:30 p.m. for a […]
Summer Sizzlers brings after-hours book talks, refreshing drinks, and must-read recommendations on June 12 Reading Public Library (RPL), Reading, MA—You are invited to the library’s exclusive after-hours event for readers! Summer Sizzlers: Booktalks & Mocktails is on Friday, June 12, at 7:00 p.m. At Summer Sizzlers, the literary event of the year, seven booktalkers will share their […]
Friends of the Library present free, family-friendly performances all spring, launching with Little Groove and celebrating the new terrace opening Reading, MA — The Friends of the Reading Public Library Outdoor Concert Series kicks off on Saturday, May 2 at 10 am, launching a season of free, family-friendly performances at the Reading Public Library. The […]
Free English classes, language learning tools, and resources available for all ages and skill levels Reading, MA — The Reading Public Library (RPL) invites community members to explore new language learning opportunities through free classes and resources designed for all ages and skill levels. Beginning Thursday, April 23, the library will offer an eight-week Beginner […]