Catcher in the Rye, Of Mice and Men, Harry Potter, and Captain Underpants are just a few examples of books that have faced attempts to be banned. Celebrate your freedom to read with the Reading Public Library during Banned Books Week.

October is a great time to make sure your RMV profile is up to date! Keeping your information current helps ensure your motor vehicle excise tax bill is accurate and sent to the right place.

RCTV is inviting the community to join them for a special fundraising night at Mandarin Reading on Friday, October 17, 2025. Guests can enjoy a delicious meal while supporting local community television.

Boston CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) hosted judges, community leaders, and supporters at their new headquarters at 151 Merrimac Street Wednesday evening, celebrating unprecedented growth while highlighting the urgent need for more advocates.

The MBTA has submitted a Notice of Intent (NOI) to the Reading Conservation Commission for the proposed Reading Turnback Track Project, aimed at expanding rail service capacity between Reading Station and Boston.

The Town is hosting a Community Meeting at the Reading Public Library on Monday October 27th at 6:00 pm to share the findings and community feedback on the Eastern Gateway – an area along Walkers Brook Drive under consideration for new zoning and growth opportunities. This is a chance to directly hear what residents and neighbors have said to date, as well as to provide your own input and thoughts on the future of this area. We encourage your attendance and are looking forward to continuing the effort together.

Whitelam Books is delighted to welcome author Cynthia Platt  as she shares her new book, Turkeys in Disguise on Saturday, September 27 at 3:00pm.  Whitelam Books is located in downtown Reading at 610 Main Street, near the intersection of Haven Street and Main Street.  This event is free and open to the public – all are welcome! 

In celebration of the 2025 National Public Power Week (October 6-10), Reading Municipal Light Department (RMLD) invites customers to attend an open house on Thursday, October 9, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the RMLD Garage located at 218 Ash Street, Reading. 

Boston CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) will host an open house at their new headquarters to celebrate their growing impact in Suffolk and Middlesex Counties and showcase their expanded capacity to support children in vulnerable circumstances. 

The Reading Memorial High School (RMHS) Marching Band is launching a unique fundraiser this fall with its Scratch & Win Raffle, providing community members with a chance to win big while supporting local student musicians.

Continuing with our recent community-led swaps, don’t miss out on our first-ever Community Children’s Costume Swap on Sept 27. Donations close Monday, Sept 22. The Library’s popular Trick or Treat Storytime (ages 0-5) is on Friday, Oct 24.

The Women’s League of Reading is inviting the community to come together for a fun-filled, family-friendly afternoon - all while supporting a vital local cause. On Sunday, November 2, the League will host its annual Fall Brewfest at Lord Hobo Brewing Co. in Woburn from 12:30 to 4:30 pm, with proceeds directly benefitting the Reading Food Pantry.

Starting tomorrow, Thursday 9/18,  the Town’s Forestry division will begin work removing 10 large Ash trees in Memorial Park. After close monitoring by the tree warden, these trees now pose a safety risk and must come down. All of the trees slated to come down have been infested by the Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive non-native pest that causes severe decline and mortality in Ash trees.

This fall, stop by the Library to sign up for a Town of Reading flu vaccine clinic, a hearing screening, or drop by for a walk-in blood pressure check. And, we have programs to help you understand Medicare, workshops on CPR, and resources located in the Health Nook.

The Lowell Lecture Series at the New England Aquarium and National Geographic present the documentary Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the blockbuster movie that shocked and excited the world.

Clear out your old electronics responsibly this fall! Green Day Recycling will host an Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Old South United Church Methodist Church parking lot, 6 Salem Street in Reading.

The Reading Cultural Council recently announced the opening of this year’s grant cycle.

In FY26 Mass Cultural Council will invest $5.7 million into the Local Cultural Council (LCC) Program, in which Reading is included. This is our nation’s largest grassroots cultural funding network.

Nature enthusiasts and curious learners are invited to join a special guided hike in the Reading Town Forest with plant expert Walter Kittredge. The walk will take place on Saturday, September 20th, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, starting at the 371 Grove Street parking lot.

Move over beach reads, it’s time for the Fall reading season! We have three fantastic author programs this fall as well as two new Book Groups that join our recurring Fact or Fiction, Studio 64, and Word of Mouth groups. Stop by the library to learn more or check out our fall brochure, and happy reading!

The Reading Recreation Division has anounced that the Bancroft Communtiy Tennis Courts will be closed for repairs and resufacing beginning Monday, September 15th.