🕊️ On Being a Second Generation Holocaust Survivor: The Importance of Keeping the Legacy Alive

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

2023 marks the 85th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the Night of Broken Glass, on which the Nazis coordinated systematic attacks against Jews throughout Germany. In consideration of this anniversary and the uptick of antisemitic incidents worldwide, The Reading Public Library is honored to welcome Gayle Saks, whose family was directly affected by Nazi persecution. After four […]

Event Series English Conversation Group

🗣️ English Conversation Group

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

Would you like to improve your conversational English skills in a fun, friendly, free setting? The English at Large conversation group is for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-12 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American […]

Event Series 🚇 MBTA Communities Knowledge Session

🚇 MBTA Communities Knowledge Session

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

The MBTA Communities law requires the 177 municipalities in the Boston area to confirm that they have a zoning district of reasonable size where multifamily housing (3+ units) is zoned for by-right. Reading does NOT currently comply with the law and our zoning must be revised to meet the new requirements.  Reading's Planning Department is […]

Event Series English Conversation Group

🗣️ English Conversation Group

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

Would you like to improve your conversational English skills in a fun, friendly, free setting? The English at Large conversation group is for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-12 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American […]

🪄 Teen Meet Up: Magic the Gathering

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

Do you like tabletop games? Are you looking for a group to learn and play with? Then come to the Teen Room at the RPL! Whether you’re looking to make your very first Magic the Gathering deck or anxious to try out your newest ingenious build, we’re bringing the friendly, casual play of the game […]

📚 New Resident Open House at the Reading Public Library

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

Registrations open at 9:00am Monday, August 14, 2023 Attention New Reading Residents! If you have moved to Reading in the last 12 months, you are invited to Reading's New Resident Open House! Meet representatives from town government, schools, youth and faith groups, and community organizations Learn about services, programs, and events in Reading Enjoy refreshments […]

Free

Event Series English Conversation Group

🗣️ English Conversation Group

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

Would you like to improve your conversational English skills in a fun, friendly, free setting? The English at Large conversation group is for intermediate to advanced adult English language learners to practice speaking and listening for 90 minutes once per week. Join a group of 10-12 learners and 2 facilitators to discuss topics including American […]

📓 Writers’ Workshop Series: There’s No Write Way To Write

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

The RPL Writer's Group is designed to meet writers where they are --whether your project is memoir, journaling, essay, fiction, or something else— and this three-part introduction can help you start from scratch or help you to continue and complete work you've already begun. The theme of the first meeting is Getting to Know You; […]

💸 FINCOM Financial Forum

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

September 20th @ 7PM in the Reading Public Library Topics to be discussed include capital projects and budgets.

Free

📓 Writers’ Workshop Series: There’s No Write Way To Write

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

The RPL Writer's Group is designed to meet writers where they are --whether your project is memoir, journaling, essay, fiction, or something else— and this three-part introduction can help you start from scratch or help you to continue and complete work you've already begun. The theme of the first meeting is Getting to Know You; […]

Event Series 🚇 MBTA Communities Knowledge Session

🚇 MBTA Communities Knowledge Session

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

The MBTA Communities law requires the 177 municipalities in the Boston area to confirm that they have a zoning district of reasonable size where multifamily housing (3+ units) is zoned for by-right. Reading does NOT currently comply with the law and our zoning must be revised to meet the new requirements.  Reading's Planning Department is […]

🎶 Fall Concert: The Back Track Band

Reading Public Library 64 Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA, United States

Step back in time and enjoy the songs of the 50's, 60's and 70's with Reading's own Back Track band, a harmony-rich six-piece live band featuring three talented lead female vocalists backed by an experienced group of musicians. Bring your blankets or beach chairs and join us to sing along, dance with abandon and bid […]