Upcoming events.
Stay connected with what’s happening in our community! Check out the list below for upcoming events you won’t want to miss. From local meetings and town events, to educational workshops and public gatherings, there’s something for everyone.
Send us an email at tgregory@TheReadingObserver.com to add local events to the calendar.
Scroll down to explore highlights from past events and see what we’ve been up to!
Independence Day
Independence Day celebrates the founding of the United States and the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Families and friends gather for parades, fireworks, and festivities that honor freedom and unity.
Brad Jone Office Hours
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.
Select Board Meeting
Information will be updated when the agenda and packet are posted prior to the meeting.
Reading Lions Journey For Sight 5k
The Reading Lions Club ("Club") and The Friends of Reading Recreation annually present a family-friendly 5K Road Race and 1 Mile Walk through central Reading.
Select Board Meeting
Information will be updated when the agenda and packet are posted prior to the meeting.
Select Board Meeting
Information will be updated when the agenda and packet are posted prior to the meeting.
Reading Town Forest 2026 Bird Walks
The walks will be guided by Dave Williams. All levels welcome!
State Primary Election
Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Time: 7:00 AM until 8:00 PM
Location: Hawkes Fieldhouse at Reading Memorial High School (62 Oakland Road)
Vote for candidates for senators and representatives.
Select Board Meeting
Information will be updated when the agenda and packet are posted prior to the meeting.
Labor Day
Labor Day pays tribute to the achievements and contributions of American workers. It’s both a time to celebrate the nation’s workforce and enjoy a well-deserved day of rest marking the unofficial end of summer.
Select Board Meeting
Information will be updated when the agenda and packet are posted prior to the meeting.
Select Board Meeting
Information will be updated when the agenda and packet are posted prior to the meeting.
Indigenous Peoples' Day
Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors the history, cultures, and resilience of Native peoples. It’s a time to recognize their enduring contributions and to reflect on the importance of truth and reconciliation.
Select Board Meeting
Information will be updated when the agenda and packet are posted prior to the meeting.
Halloween
Halloween brings a spirit of fun and creativity as children and families dress in costumes, enjoy treats, and celebrate with festive decorations and events around town.
Select Board Meeting
Information will be updated when the agenda and packet are posted prior to the meeting.
Diwali
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a major Hindu celebration symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Families and communities gather to light diyas, share sweets, exchange gifts, and celebrate joy, renewal, and hope for the year ahead.
Subsequent Town Meeting - Night 1
Date: Monday, November 9, 2026
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Performing Arts Center at Reading Memorial High School (62 Oakland Road)
Information will be updated when the warrant is posted.
Subsequent Town Meeting - Night 2
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Performing Arts Center at Reading Memorial High School (62 Oakland Road)
Information will be updated when the warrant is posted.
Subsequent Town Meeting - Night 3
Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Performing Arts Center at Reading Memorial High School (62 Oakland Road)
Information will be updated when the warrant is posted.
Subsequent Town Meeting - Night 4
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2025
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Performing Arts Center at Reading Memorial High School (62 Oakland Road)
Information will be updated when the warrant is posted.
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends, share a meal, and express gratitude for the blessings of the past year. It’s a day of reflection, generosity, and community.
Select Board Meeting
Information will be updated when the agenda and packet are posted prior to the meeting.
Select Board Meeting
Information will be updated when the agenda and packet are posted prior to the meeting.
Chanukah
Chanukah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is an eight-day Jewish celebration commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. Families light the menorah, share traditional foods, play games, and celebrate hope, faith, and perseverance.
Select Board Meeting
Information will be updated when the agenda and packet are posted prior to the meeting.
Christmas Day
Christmas celebrates joy, giving, and togetherness. Many observe the day with festive traditions, decorations, and gatherings with loved ones to share the spirit of the season.
Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a weeklong celebration of African American culture, community, and heritage. Observed from December 26 to January 1, it honors seven guiding principles—including unity, self-determination, and creativity—through gatherings, reflection, and joy.
Reading Porchfest
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2027
Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Various houses throughout Reading
Visit the Reading Porchfest website for more details on how to become a performer or a host.
Graphic by Reading Porchfest.
Joint Financial Forum
Reading’s Finance Committee, Select Board, and School Committee are joining forces to discuss the Town’s financial outlook, budget considerations, and the collaborative planning underway for Reading’s future. Residents are encouraged to attend and hear directly from Town leaders.
Select Board Office Hours
Stop by to ask questions, share your thoughts, or just say hello!
Coffee Meet at RCTV Studios
Get to know RCTV’s new Executive Director, Deirdre Morales!
Office Hours with the Town Manager
Join Town Manager Jayne Wellman for her office hours. Stop by to ask questions, share your thoughts, or just say hello!
Select Board Meeting
Consent Agenda
Eagle Scout Recognition
Public Hearing: Discuss and vote on Amendment to Select Board policies to increase Hours of Permitted Sales to allow sales between 10:00 am and 12:00 (noon) on Sundays and certain holidays.
Public Hearing: Discuss and vote on amendments to Select Board Policies Section 4.6 - Solid Waste Recycling, Collection, and Disposal Rules
Discuss and vote on Volunteer Appointments to the CPDC
Discuss town building projects, including pickleball and High Street
Discuss Mattera Cabin
Blood Pressure Screening
Take a proactive step toward better health - stop by for a free, walk-in blood pressure screening with the Town Nurse.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is a simple but powerful way to protect your health. High blood pressure often has no noticeable symptoms but can increase your risk for serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.
RCTV Fundraiser
Make your life easier, support RCTV Studios, and grab lunch/dinner at Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings!
Friends & Family Day
The Reading Lions Club sponsors and organizes Reading Friends and Family Day (RFFD) as a celebration of Reading.
Reading Town Forest 2026 Bird Walks
The walks will be guided by Dave Williams. All levels welcome!
Juneteenth
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, marking the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom. It’s a day of celebration, reflection, and education about freedom and equality.
Green Communities Garden Party
The Green Communities Garden Party is back for its second year, celebrating everything that makes Reading a great place to grow, explore, and connect with the natural world.
Coffee Meet at RCTV Studios
Get to know RCTV’s new Executive Director, Deirdre Morales!
Blood Pressure Screening
Take a proactive step toward better health - stop by for a free, walk-in blood pressure screening with the Town Nurse.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is a simple but powerful way to protect your health. High blood pressure often has no noticeable symptoms but can increase your risk for serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.
MA 6th Congressional Debate
Candidates running for the Massachusetts 6th Congressional District seat to succeed Rep. Seth Moulton will gather at Salem State University for a candidate forum and debate.
Office Hours with the Town Manager
Join Town Manager Jayne Wellman for her office hours. Stop by to ask questions, share your thoughts, or just say hello!
Coffee Meet at RCTV Studios
Get to know RCTV’s new Executive Director, Deirdre Morales!
Select Board Meeting
Juneteenth Resolution
Continuation of Public Hearing: (originally opened at May 26 meeting): discuss and vote on early opening of 273 Salem Street - Dunkin Donuts
Public Hearing: Discuss and vote on FY27 water, sewer, and storm water rates
Discuss Well Fields maintenance
Discuss and vote on Board and Committee FY27 budget requests
Discuss Town Manager Goals
Reading Pride Parade
Join The POP Huddle for a joyful, family-friendly afternoon of love, inclusion, and community spirit! Want to help with the biggest Pride yet?
Reading Scout Troop 702 Car Wash Fudraiser
Reading Scout Troop 702 is putting on a Car Wash Fundraiser to raise funds for their 9-day hike through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in Cimarron, New Mexico this summer.
Library Terrace Ribbon Cutting
Foundation and library event to formally launch the new terrace.
Blood Pressure Screening
Take a proactive step toward better health - stop by for a free, walk-in blood pressure screening with the Town Nurse.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is a simple but powerful way to protect your health. High blood pressure often has no noticeable symptoms but can increase your risk for serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.
Reading Cultural Council Grant Reception
Join the Reading Cultural Council (RCC) for its annual reception, an evening dedicated to celebrating local arts, culture, and community initiatives.
RMHS Graduation
Join the Reading Memorial High School Class of 2026 as they celebrate their commencement ceremony.
The Life Transition Binder workshop
Planning for the future can be overwhelming—especially when loved ones are left to manage important affairs without clear guidance.
Select Board Meeting
Pride Month Resolution
Public Hearing: Discuss and vote on early opening of 273 Salem Street and 110 Main Street
Public Hearing: Discuss and vote on new Annual All-Alcohol Restaurant Liquor License for Bean & Barrell LLC
Preview FY27 Water and Sewer Rates
Discuss and vote to appoint Select Board member to the School Committee Naming Policy Committee
Discuss and vote on public comment practices, police presence at Select Board meetings, and consent agendas
Memorial Day Services
Join the Town of Reading in commemorating 250 years since the Declaration of Independence and honoring those who gave their lives in service to our country.
Memorial Day
Memorial Day honors the brave men and women who lost their lives in military service to our nation. Communities come together to remember their sacrifice through ceremonies, parades, and acts of remembrance.
Office Hours with the Town Manager
Join Town Manager Jayne Wellman for her office hours. Stop by to ask questions, share your thoughts, or just say hello!
Blood Pressure Screening
Take a proactive step toward better health - stop by for a free, walk-in blood pressure screening with the Town Nurse.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is a simple but powerful way to protect your health. High blood pressure often has no noticeable symptoms but can increase your risk for serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.