Sensory Mornings at The Museum

Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, Reading

The Reading Public Museum strives to be a place of life-long learning and enjoyment for guests of all ages and abilities. Because of this, we host special sensory hours! The Museum opens early for guests and their caretakers who require a quieter atmosphere to explore The Museum. Before your visit, please check out our sensory map and sensory ... Read more

Stoltzfus Homestead Benefit Auction

Nicholas Stoltzfus House 1700 Tulpehocken Rd, Wyomissing

Come by to visit with family and friends, support the restoration of the old historic homeplace of the Stoltzfus surname, pick up great food, experience outdoor activities, buy something for your home, collect old books and much more. Dutch food, BBQ chicken, old-fashioned homemade ice cream, fresh soft pretzels, whoopie pies, homemade pies, cinnamon rolls ... Read more

Reading Firefighters Museum Tours

Reading Area Firefighters Museum 5th & Laurel Street, Reading

The Reading Area Firefighters Museum is committed to the preservation of the Liberty Fire Co. No 5 building. The 1876 built structure at South Fifth & Laurel Streets, Reading, PA. This includes the building contents consisting of firefighting memorabilia, antique furnishings, and the John Wanamaker designed “best room”. Read all about the Reading Area Firefighters ... Read more

Tree Planting at Camp

South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, Reinholds

We need you (as well as your friends and family) at Camp. We hope you’ll join us to PLANT TREES. Lunch will be provided.  Please dress for the weather and wear clothes you are comfortable getting dirty. While we will have supplies on hand, please feel free to bring your gardening supplies, gloves, or rakes. ... Read more

Event Series Family Night Hikes

Family Night Hikes

South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, Reinholds

Join other families and meet new friends on our Family Night Hikes. The South Mountain YMCA Camps boasts over 600 acres of mountain top property full of local history and exciting trails. We will explore different trails and make our way to the top of Cushion Peak (1,116 feet above sea level) which looks over ... Read more

Mother’s Day Flower Planter

Riverview Gardens & Gifts 3049 Pricetown Rd, Temple

Hey Dads, make this the perfect Mother's Day and give mom some relaxation time! Bring your kids out to Riverview Gardens & Gifts to make a flower planter for her! We will have an array of beautiful annual flowers which you and your kids can select from. There is a $20 deposit to hold your ... Read more

Reading Firefighters Museum Tours

Reading Area Firefighters Museum 5th & Laurel Street, Reading

The Reading Area Firefighters Museum is committed to the preservation of the Liberty Fire Co. No 5 building. The 1876 built structure at South Fifth & Laurel Streets, Reading, PA. This includes the building contents consisting of firefighting memorabilia, antique furnishings, and the John Wanamaker designed “best room”. Read all about the Reading Area Firefighters ... Read more

Reading Firefighters Museum Tours

Reading Area Firefighters Museum 5th & Laurel Street, Reading

The Reading Area Firefighters Museum is committed to the preservation of the Liberty Fire Co. No 5 building. The 1876 built structure at South Fifth & Laurel Streets, Reading, PA. This includes the building contents consisting of firefighting memorabilia, antique furnishings, and the John Wanamaker designed “best room”. Read all about the Reading Area Firefighters ... Read more

Event Series Remake Learning Day

Remake Learning Day

Reading Science Center 645 Penn Street, Reading

The Reading Science Center is hosting Remake Learning Days along with thousands of other organizations across the country. Families can explore our 45+ exhibits and then get "curious in the classroom" with us to investigate the temperature involved in chemical changes! Also because of a mini-grant, the Reading Science Center received from South Eastern PA Remake Learning, admission to the Reading ... Read more

Event Series Guided Hike

Guided Hike

Blue Marsh Lake 1268 Palisades Dr, Leesport

Guided Hike - Tulpehocken Creek Loop: Sunday, April 24 Meet at the Visitor Center, 1268 Palisades Drive, Leesport PA Come join us 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 ... Read more

Storytime at Riverview

Riverview Gardens & Gifts 3049 Pricetown Rd, Temple

Join us at Riverview Gardens & Gifts for this fun story time event! On the third Sunday of every month we will be reading a story and doing an activity. If you attend, you will also receive 10% off all Jellycat merchandise (cannot be used with other offers). This event is FREE but please register ... Read more

Studio Ghibli Fest – Ponyo

Fox Berkshire 800 Berkshire Boulevard, Wyomissing

For decades Studio Ghibli has created breathtakingly beautiful movies that have captivated and inspired audiences for generations through masterful storytelling and stunning visuals. Join GKIDS and Fathom Events for the annual Studio Ghibli Fest to experience the wonder of these groundbreaking, beloved animated films. Ponyo: From Studio Ghibli and Oscar®-winning director Hayao Miyazaki, Ponyo is ... Read more

Reading Firefighters Museum Tours

Reading Area Firefighters Museum 5th & Laurel Street, Reading

The Reading Area Firefighters Museum is committed to the preservation of the Liberty Fire Co. No 5 building. The 1876 built structure at South Fifth & Laurel Streets, Reading, PA. This includes the building contents consisting of firefighting memorabilia, antique furnishings, and the John Wanamaker designed “best room”. Read all about the Reading Area Firefighters ... Read more

Music Under the Stars

Bear Creek Mountain 101 Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie

Music Under the Stars is a full-band outdoor summer concert series that takes place once a month May 19 through September 15 from 7-10pm. A different band every week! See the website or Facebook to see who's playing. This is a FREE event suitable for all ages, so grab your chairs and blankets and head to Bear Creek for a night ... Read more

Grand Opening Ice Cream Party

Cafe Esperanza 105 W. Greenwich St, Reading

Please join us to celebrate our opening with ice cream from The Great American Creamery and hot dogs and espresso drinks. Tour our cozy café, attend our ribbon cutting at around 4pm, and have some treats! This is a free event great for kids. Feel free to park in our lot or on the street. ... Read more

Food Truck Festival

Exeter Township Senior High School 201 East 37th Street, Reading

Join us for a night of food and fun as our Senior High students prepare for THON! There will be many options for dinner and dessert from Moe's Southwest Grill, Smokehouse BBQ, Comalli Taqueria, Jake's of Mount Penn, Pip and Lily's Tator Tots, Charcuterie 73, Cherry on Top, Rita's of Mount Penn, Perk Up Truck. ... Read more

Mindfulness – Nature Explorers

The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, Reading

We invite your kids to join us for a two hour program where special guest Ryan Benz takes them through an unforgettable journey, sharing his story of hiking 2,189.8 miles along the Appalachian Trail in a fun, engaging, and inspiring way. He'll talk about the hike itself—what it was like to be stuck in the ... Read more

Twin Valley Bike Rodeo

St James Lutheran Church 1337 Geigertown Rd, Birdsboro

The Twin Valley Mountain Bike team is hosting a bike rodeo for kids ages 4-12 Saturday, May 21st from 10AM - 12PM at St James Church in Geigertown. So bring your kids, their friends, bikes & helmets and join us for this fun event to ride the fun obstacles like "The Lava Bridge", "Circle of ... Read more