Whether you like to tell a good story or read it, the Library’s got you covered this summer with programs for adults and teens.

On Saturday, June 21, the Reading community gathered on the Town Common for the annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival, commemorating the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom.

Lawn signs are popping up all over town at the 44 venues for this year’s 7th annual Reading PorchFest.

The Reading Lions Club and Friends of Reading Recreation are inviting the community to join them for the 40th annual Journey for Sight 5K on Thursday, July 17, 2025.

Presence&Co, Reading’s newest community space, officially opened its doors this month, offering something increasingly rare in modern life: a place to slow down, disconnect from technology, and connect meaningfully with others.

Dig into summer with your neighbors at our Community Garden Party! Whether you have a green thumb or just want to enjoy the longest day of the year, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

The Reading Lions Club proudly hosted its 20th annual Friends & Family Day on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Birch Meadow Field Complex, bringing together residents, organizations, and businesses to celebrate community spirit.

Reading PorchFest is back for its seventh year on Saturday, June 28.

On a rainy Saturday, June 7, 2025, the Reading community turned out in force to celebrate Pride Month, proving that neither storms nor soggy streets could dampen the town’s commitment to supporting its LGBTQ+ neighbors.

The 14th annual Massachusetts Walking Tour is set to return from June 27 to June 29, 2025, offering a one-of-a-kind blend of public hiking and free community concerts.

Grab your family and friends, take advantage of the long summer days, and come down to the Town Common on Saturday, June 21, to celebrate Juneteenth!

Get ready for an afternoon of music, neighbors, and community spirit - PorchFest is coming back to Reading on Saturday, June 28!

The Reading Public Library invites residents of all ages to dig into summer at its annual Community Garden Party on Friday, June 20, from 5:00 to 7:30 pm on the Library Lawn.

On Friday, May 30, 2025, the Reading Memorial High School (RMHS) community came together at the Hawkes Fieldhouse to celebrate the Class of 2025 during their commencement ceremony.

Where can you hear great music, race mini cars, climb on Town vehicles, pet farm animals, and try your hand at minigolf? It’s all here and it’s free, at the 20th Reading Friends and Family Day (RFFD) on Saturday, June 14, 2025. All events take place in the Birch Meadow Fields area from 10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

The Friends of Reading Seniors 60 Plus held their first two official fundraisers on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the St Agnes Parish Hall: Treasures from Your Attic (an antique road-show type of event).  

On Monday, May 12, the Reading Cultural Council (RCC) welcomed gratees, community leaders, and local residents to the Pleasant Street Center for its annual Grant Reception - a vibrant evening celebrating the power of art, culture, and community driven creativity.

Residents are invited to come together on Saturday, June 21, from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the Reading Town Common for the 2025 Juneteenth Freedom Festival, a family-friendly celebration of Black freedom, culture, and community.

The Town of Reading is offering residents more opportunities to recycle specific household items with three upcoming community recycling drop-off events. These events, held at the Department of Public Works (DPW) Yard at 75 Newcrossing Road, aim to make it easier for residents to responsibly dispose of items that aren’t typically collected curbside.

It’s time to mark your calendars for the 5th annual Reading Pride Parade and Celebration, scheduled for Saturday, June 7.