Nature
Kids at Camp, Parents Night Out
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsEach month we’re hosting a Kids at Camp night for children ages 6 to 12. Consider it your night out. Go out to dinner with a loved one or get some shopping done while we get your kids involved with some classic camp activities. Pizza party dinner provided with program fees. Additional “Kids at Camp” nights ... Read more
Family Night Hike
Althouse Arboretum 1794 Gilbertsville Road, PottstownA fun and educational alternative to scary Halloween activities designed for kids. Enjoy a short night-time walk through our trails lit with glow sticks! Go on an adventure through Candyland to find some sweet treats and fun! Bring a flashlight! Activities also include: Campfire, marshmallow roast, carnival games and prizes, special crafts, face painting and ... Read more
Family Night Hike
Althouse Arboretum 1794 Gilbertsville Road, PottstownA fun and educational alternative to scary Halloween activities designed for kids. Enjoy a short night-time walk through our trails lit with glow sticks! Go on an adventure through Candyland to find some sweet treats and fun! Bring a flashlight! Activities also include: Campfire, marshmallow roast, carnival games and prizes, special crafts, face painting and ... Read more
Eco Film: GATHER
Berks Nature / The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingThe feature film GATHER tells the story about Indian resilience and the renaissance of Native food systems. Indigenous people and their food systems are resilient. We have withstood historical and ongoing attempts to starve, change, and alter every facet of our food systems. But we hold strong to our knowledge that food is a connection to our ... Read more
Leaf Peeper Hike
Angora Fruit Farm 495 Angora Rd, ReadingHike with Parks staff through crisp fall trails at Antietam Lake Park and enjoy learning about forest ecology and the importance of our native trees. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Meet at the Angora Trailhead Lot, 230 Angora Road. Pre-registration is suggested, contact lgauker@countyofberks.com to register.
Kids at Camp, Parents Night Out
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsEach month we’re hosting a Kids at Camp night for children ages 6 to 12. Consider it your night out. Go out to dinner with a loved one or get some shopping done while we get your kids involved with some classic camp activities. Pizza party dinner provided with program fees. Additional “Kids at Camp” nights ... Read more
Glicks Poinsettia Show
Glick's Greenhouse 57 Fisher Mill Road, OleyJoin us and enjoy the chilling beauty of winter inside a greenhouse filled with warmth, as you wind through thousands of poinsettias encompassing dazzling displays of ice and snow! You don't want to miss this Christmas celebration including our local business wreath decorating competition, Winter Wonderland themed displays, live music and entertainment, over 15,000 poinsettias, ... Read more
Glicks Poinsettia Show
Glick's Greenhouse 57 Fisher Mill Road, OleyJoin us and enjoy the chilling beauty of winter inside a greenhouse filled with warmth, as you wind through thousands of poinsettias encompassing dazzling displays of ice and snow! You don't want to miss this Christmas celebration including our local business wreath decorating competition, Winter Wonderland themed displays, live music and entertainment, over 15,000 poinsettias, ... Read more
Glicks Poinsettia Show
Glick's Greenhouse 57 Fisher Mill Road, OleyJoin us and enjoy the chilling beauty of winter inside a greenhouse filled with warmth, as you wind through thousands of poinsettias encompassing dazzling displays of ice and snow! You don't want to miss this Christmas celebration including our local business wreath decorating competition, Winter Wonderland themed displays, live music and entertainment, over 15,000 poinsettias, ... Read more
Glicks Poinsettia Show
Glick's Greenhouse 57 Fisher Mill Road, OleyJoin us and enjoy the chilling beauty of winter inside a greenhouse filled with warmth, as you wind through thousands of poinsettias encompassing dazzling displays of ice and snow! You don't want to miss this Christmas celebration including our local business wreath decorating competition, Winter Wonderland themed displays, live music and entertainment, over 15,000 poinsettias, ... Read more
Glicks Poinsettia Show
Glick's Greenhouse 57 Fisher Mill Road, OleyJoin us and enjoy the chilling beauty of winter inside a greenhouse filled with warmth, as you wind through thousands of poinsettias encompassing dazzling displays of ice and snow! You don't want to miss this Christmas celebration including our local business wreath decorating competition, Winter Wonderland themed displays, live music and entertainment, over 15,000 poinsettias, ... Read more
Glicks Poinsettia Show
Glick's Greenhouse 57 Fisher Mill Road, OleyJoin us and enjoy the chilling beauty of winter inside a greenhouse filled with warmth, as you wind through thousands of poinsettias encompassing dazzling displays of ice and snow! You don't want to miss this Christmas celebration including our local business wreath decorating competition, Winter Wonderland themed displays, live music and entertainment, over 15,000 poinsettias, ... Read more
Family Science Night
Berks Nature / The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingEngage the curiosity of your inner child at our Family Science Night! From magnetic slime, to edible water bottles, to balloon races… play your way through a hands-on science experiment and learn about the weird and wacky science in our lives. We’ll provide all the materials you need to experiment and explore, all you need ... Read more
Kids’ Holiday Craft Workshop
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin Parks' Staff in a parks-themed workshop where kids can make crafts in anticipation of the holiday season. Enjoy a winter walk to gather materials to use and get crafty as we make gifts for friends and loved ones. Pre-Registration is REQUIRED. $5 per child. Contact LGauker@CountyofBerks.com to register.
Kids at Camp, Parents Night Out
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsEach month we’re hosting a Kids at Camp night for children ages 6 to 12. Consider it your night out. Go out to dinner with a loved one or get some shopping done while we get your kids involved with some classic camp activities. Pizza party dinner provided with program fees. Additional “Kids at Camp” nights ... Read more
First Day Hike
Blue Marsh Lake 1268 Palisades Dr, LeesportCome join us to start the New Year off right on a scenic and fact filled guided hike! Trek across the dam, through the Spillway and back up along the Tulpehocken Creek to the Stilling Basin while learning some history about the lake and why certain structures exist. The hike distance will be easy to ... Read more
BerksNature new year hike
Berks Nature / The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingNew year, new hike! Start the new year off on the right foot by taking a walk with Berks Nature. Winter months are an overlooked time to get outside, but this is the season to listen to the quiet of snow, to track the footprints of those who walked before you, and to marvel at ... Read more
Nature Explorers
The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingDrop your kids off at The Nature Place for a full day of exploring Angelica Creek Park, scientific experiments, and other hands-on activities perfect for the curious, adventure-seeker! This full day, drop-off experience is best for children ages 6-14. Register by date here Cost:$50 Scholarships are available! We believe nature should be accessible and welcoming ... Read more