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Meet 5 of Reading's women leaders at a special program on March 26, presented by the Office of Equity and Social Justice and the Women's League of Reading
On March 26 at 7 pm hear from five of Reading’s distinguished women leaders at a special panel discussion.
Reading’s Albert Pless honored at Black Excellence on the Hill ceremony
Community leaders, advocates, and public servants from across Massachusetts gathered at the Massachusetts State House on Friday, February 27, 2026, for the annual Black Excellence on the Hill event.
Game Changers Media Series: Community Film Discussion on Bill Russell
Reading Public Library to host conversation on the life and legacy of basketball legend and civil rights leader.
Prepare to be inspired at Women & Leadership: A Panel Presented by Reading's OESJ on March 26
Celebrate the contributions and talents of women in our community at a special panel discussion presented by the Office of Equity and Social Justice and the Women's League of Reading.
Office Hours at the Pleasant Street Center with the Director of Equity & Social Justice
Community members are invited to attend Office Hours with the Town of Reading’s Office of Equity & Social Justice (OESJ) throughout the month of March.
Black History Month Trivia Night rescheduled for March 2 at Reading Public Library
The Town of Reading’s Office of Equity and Social Justice has announced that the Black History Month Trivia Night has been rescheduled
Join us for the 2nd annual Black History Trivia Night on February 23
Celebrate 100 years of Black History Month at the 2nd annual Black History Trivia Night from 6:30 pm-8:00 pm on Monday, February 23, at the Reading Public Library.
Office of Equity and Social Justice hosting open office hours at Town Hall
Residents are invited to stop by Reading Town Hall next week for open office hours with the Town’s Office of Equity and Social Justice. No appointment is required.
Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy through art, music, and dialogue in Reading
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.
Reading community invited to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on January 19
The Town of Reading, the Office of Equity and Social Justice (OESJ), and the Reading Public Library invite all residents to come together in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday January 19, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. The celebration will take place at Reading Memorial High School (RMHS) Performing Arts Center, located at 82 Oakland Road.