This spring, discover how your library supports strong bonds between young people and their parents and caregivers.

On March 26 at 7 pm hear from five of Reading’s distinguished women leaders at a special panel discussion.

Reading Public Library to host conversation on the life and legacy of basketball legend and civil rights leader.

This spring the Library features programs designed to inspire and delight all ages.

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.

The Town of Reading’s Office of Equity and Social Justice has announced that the Black History Month Trivia Night has been rescheduled

Get out of the house for an afternoon of incredible music evoking the landscape of the American West.

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.

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.

From Libby to Hoopla and The Wall Street Journal to Consumer Reports magazine, the Reading Public Library offers a wide range of free streaming, reading, and entertainment services. We're pleased to add a new streaming service to our lineup, Biblio+

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.

Did you resolve to buy less in 2026? Come to the Reading Public Library for a sustainability-focused community clothing swap of new and gently used fashion and celebrate the new year with a new wardrobe!

Residents looking to refresh their wardrobes while reducing waste are invited to take part in the Reading Public Library’s Community Clothing Swap on January 24, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The free event will be held in the library’s Community Room and is open to anyone interested in sustainable fashion, decluttering, and community conection.

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.

Before you’re swept up in the hustle and bustle of holiday planning, shopping, and enjoyment, check out the library’s winter programs. You’ll want to mark your calendar for our first ever Community Clothing Swap, a LiveWires concert, Toddler Yoga, and so much more.

After two years of careful planning, the Reading Public Library is excited to announce the construction of a new outdoor terrace. This project was developed through collaboration between community members, town staff, and design experts, and made possible by the generosity of the Reading Public Library Foundation.

American History enthusiasts - take note! On November 5, Dr. William Fowler, Distinguished Professor of History Emeritus at Northeastern University, joins us in person to discuss his latest book: George Washington and the Creation of the American Republic. Despite new access to Washington’s writings, biographers often overlook the period from 1781 to 1789. Yet in these critical years, he quietly shaped the nation's future, guiding it toward a strong central government.

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

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.