Colonial Chorus Players proudly presents the longest-running theatrical production in the world, The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie, March 6–15 at the Old Hose House Theater in Reading.

Whitelam Books is delighted to welcome back Children’s Book Author Cynthia Platt as she celebrates her new book Bunny in Disguise, Saturday, February 21 at 3:00pm.

Whitelam Books is excited to welcome author Kristin Bair to our fiction book club on Thursday, February 19 at 7:00pm.

Whitelam Books is delighted to welcome Children’s Book Author and Illustrator AJ Smith to our weekly story time as he shares his book Catnip Mouse, Wednesday, February 18 at 10:30am.

Community members are invited to take part in a fun and educational evening at the Reading Public Library during the upcoming Black History Month Trivia Night on Monday, February 23, at 6:30 pm in the Community Room.

On Thursday, February 12 at 4:00pm, cartoonist Cara Bean visits the Reading Public Library for Doodling Secret Messages, a heartwarming workshop where tiny drawings carry big meaning.

Have a great time out with friends and family on March 28 at the annual Reading Lions Comedy Night.

The Reading Lions Comedy Night returns to The Wakefield Elks, doors open at 7:00 pm for an 8:00 pm show on Saturday, March 28.

Whitelam Books is thrilled to welcome author Jane Ward in conversation with  author Nancy Bernhard on Wednesday, February 11 at 6:00pm. Jane will be reading from her new book Should Have Told You Sooner, while Nancy will share her book, The Double Standard Sporting House at the event. Whitelam Books is located in downtown Reading at 610 Main Street, near the intersection of Haven Street and Main Street.

The RMHS Drama Club proudly presents the premiere of an original stage adaptation of St. Lucy’s Home for Girls Raised by Wolves, based on the short story by Karen Russell. Created collaboratively by the student company, this bold and imaginative production explores identity, belonging, and the tension between instinct and expectation through a darkly whimsical lens.

Whitelam Books is delighted to welcome back Children’s Book Author Cynthia Platt as she celebrates her new book Bunny in Disguise, Saturday, February 7 at 3:00pm. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Despite overnight snow, the Reading community gathered on Monday, January 19, 2026, at the Reading Memorial High School Performing Arts Center for the Town’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Program - a morning dedicated to remembrance, learning, and collective responsibility.

Whitelam Books is excited to host our Third Annual Stuffie Story Time and Sleep Over on Friday, February 6 at 5:00PM! We'll kick off the sleep over with a PJ stuffie story time, and then the stuffies will stay behind to enjoy a sleep over IN THE BOOKSTORE!

Whitelam Books is pleased to welcome author Julie Dobrow for a book signing and conversation on Sunday, February 8 at 3:00PM. Julie will be discussing her book Love and Loss After Wounded Knee: A Biography of an Extraordinary Interracial Marriage.

The Game Changers Media Series begins with a powerful evening dedicated to basketball legend and civil rights icon Bill Russell on Thursday, January 22, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm at the Reading Public Library Community Room.

As the holiday season comes to a close, organizers of Reading’s Adopt-a-Family (AAF) program reflected on another year of community generosity - one defined not only by the numbers served, but by heartfelt gratitude from families who received support.

In response to a rising number of respiratory and flu-related illnesses, the Reading Public Health Department and the Reading School Department have announced additional pop-up vaccine clinics for residents next week.

Whitelam Books is pleased to welcome author Julie Dobrow for a book signing and conversation on Sunday, January 25 at 3:00PM. Julie will be discussing her book Love and Loss After Wounded Knee: A Biography of an Extraordinary Interracial Marriage.

Residents gathered at the Pleasant Street Center on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Lunch & Learn titled Fresh, Affordable, Local: Your Guide to Better Nutrition. The presentation offered practical advice and local resources designed to help residents make healthy food choices on any budget.

January is National Blood Donor Month, a time to recognize the lifesaving impact of blood donors and encourage residents to give during one of the most critical periods of the year.

You are warmly invited to gather at the RMHS Performing Arts Center for Reading's annual program honoring the life and actions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast provided by the Reading Public Schools, view student artwork, and visit tables hosted by local community groups.