Upcoming events.

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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!

August Blood Pressure Screening
Aug
21

August Blood Pressure Screening

Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025

Time: 10:00 am

Location: Frank Tanner (22 Frank Tanner Drive)

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.

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Green Communities Designation Event
Aug
21

Green Communities Designation Event

Reading is excited to host a Green Communities Designation Recognition Event on the Reading Town Common on Thursday, August 21st at 10:00 am. This event will include Department of Energy Resources Commissioner Elizabeth Mahoney, Representatives of the Reading Delegation, the Reading Select Board, Various town committees, and Town of Reading employees. RCTV will record the recognition event and post it for distribution. The general public is welcome and encouraged to attend.

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Fall Street Faire
Sep
7

Fall Street Faire

Excitement is building as the Reading Rotary begins preparations for the annual Reading Fall Street Faire, one of the town’s most beloved community events! Mark your calendars for this fun-filled day featuring food, entertainment, family activities, and more.

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Connected Reading
Oct
28

Connected Reading

Whether you're a new resident, remember the days of The Atlantic, or arrived sometime in between, you are welcome to Connected Reading: An Open House for Our Community!

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Puzzle & Board Game Swap
Nov
8

Puzzle & Board Game Swap

Do you love puzzles and games? Now's your chance to refresh your collection! Trade your old favorites for exciting new ones at the library, where you can snag a free puzzle or game!

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Bike Rally
Aug
14

Bike Rally

Decorate your bike, meet other riders, learn some bike safety tips, and join our bike parade. This event is rain or shine.

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Vehicle Day
Aug
12

Vehicle Day

It's the 26th annual Vehicle Day at the Reading Public Library! Join your children's librarians in the library parking lot for some bright & early touch-a-truck fun. This event is rain or shine.

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Silent Reading Party
Aug
9

Silent Reading Party

Kick back in the fresh air for reading and discussion, and beach vibes out on the library lawn! Join us for refreshing lunchtime summer snacks and beverages, and share with others what you're reading!

Kick back in the fresh air for reading, discussion, and beach vibes on the library lawn! Join us for refreshing lunchtime summer snacks and beverages and share with others what you're reading!

Gather on the library lawn (or inside if you prefer!) for 30 minutes of silent reading of your current summer picks. Then we'll have refreshing summer snacks and beverages to chat and share recommendations with fellow readers! Teens and adults welcome.

All books, new or old, finished or newly opened, are welcome. Bring a folding chair, a beach towel, or a summer hat and sunscreen to soak up the rays!

Recommended reads will become a "Patron Summer Picks" list to share with the community.

Attendees will be entered into a raffle for a summer beach-themed giveaway, and an extra entry into summer reading program prize raffles for gift cards to local businesses.

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August Blood Pressure Screening
Aug
7

August Blood Pressure Screening

Date: Thursday, July 3, 2025

Time: 11:00 am

Location: Pleasant Street Center (49 Pleasant Street)

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.

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Select Board Meeting
Aug
5

Select Board Meeting

  • Discuss and vote on Internal Borrowing related to Killam School, ReCAL, and Birch Meadow Phase II

  • Discuss Potential Override/Budget Review - Possible ways to Increase Revenues through Review of Field Advertising, Short Term Rentals, and Accessory Dwelling Units Rules and Regulations

  • Public Hearing: Discuss and Vote on Transfer of All-Alcohol Restaurant Liquor License for Florida Coal Fired Pizza LLC, d/b/a Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, located at 38 Walkers Brook Drive

  • Discuss forming a Water & Sewer Advisory Committee

  • Discuss Communication Tracking Methods

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Silent Reading Party
Jul
23

Silent Reading Party

Silent Reading parties are a simple concept:

  • Come to the library with whatever book you're currently enjoying

  • Read it in silence, in the company of other Reading readers

  • Gather in the Community Room to enjoy refreshments and talk with others about your book(s).

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Journey for Sight 5K and 1-mile walk
Jul
17

Journey for Sight 5K and 1-mile walk

Join the Reading Lions Club and Friends of Reading Recreation for a special community tradition - the 40th annual Journey for Sight 5K - supporting eye research and vision-related causes through the Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Charities.

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Select Board Meeting
Jul
15

Select Board Meeting

  • Public Hearing: Discuss and Vote on Traffic Amendments

  • Discuss Potential Override/Budget Review (Recurring Discussion)

  • Discussion on Proposed Montessori School at Mattera Cabin

  • Discuss Forming a Water & Sewer Rate Advisory Committee

  • Discuss and Vote on Board & Committee FY26 Budget Requests

  • Discuss Communication Tracking Method

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Select Board Meeting
Jun
24

Select Board Meeting

  • Executive Session Purpose 2 & 3: Public employee committee health insurance agreement (all unions)

  • Discuss and vote to approve gift of land off Waverly Road

  • Discuss and vote to dedicate Archive Room per request from the Historical Commission

  • Update from Ad Hoc Commemoration Establishment Committee (ACE)

  • Discuss Town Manager goals

  • Discuss and vote on appointments of Boards & Committees

  • 413 Main Street: Discuss and vote to acquire by gift or eminent domain, an approx. 261 sq. ft. portion of land located at 413 Main, from McDonald’s

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Cofee Connection at Marathon Sports in Reading
Jun
12

Cofee Connection at Marathon Sports in Reading

Date: Thursday, June 12, 2025

Time: 8:00 - 10:00 am, with special store hours from 9:00 - 10:00 am

Location: Marathon Sports - 668 Main Street, Reading

Start the day by connecting in person with other business professionals. Finish your morning with new custom fitted shoes and apparel.

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Select Board Meeting
Jun
10

Select Board Meeting

  • Discuss and vote on Juneteenth Resolution

  • Discuss Arcadia Avenue Parking Issues

  • Economic Development Update

  • Public Hearing: Discuss and Vote on FY26 Water, Sewer, and Storm Water rates

  • Discuss and vote to Approve Inter Municipal Agreement for Regional Assessor through June 30, 2028

  • Discussion and vote to Extend or Execute a New Grant Agreement with RCTV and/or Instruct Town Manager to Explore Options Outlined in Town Counsel’s Memo

  • Discuss and vote on Select Board Policy Article 1, Section 1.4 Communication

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