Family Science Night
Berks Nature / The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingEngage the curiosity of your inner child at our Family Science Night! From magnetic slime, to edible water bottles, to balloon races… play your way through a hands-on science experiment and learn about the weird and wacky science in our lives. We’ll provide all the materials you need to experiment and explore, all you need ... Read more
A Christmas Story
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnHumorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself at Higbee’s Department Store. The consistent response: “You’ll ... Read more
Kids’ Holiday Craft Workshop
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin Parks' Staff in a parks-themed workshop where kids can make crafts in anticipation of the holiday season. Enjoy a winter walk to gather materials to use and get crafty as we make gifts for friends and loved ones. Pre-Registration is REQUIRED. $5 per child. Contact [email protected] to register.
Reading Firefighters Museum Tours
Reading Area Firefighters Museum 5th & Laurel Street, ReadingThe Reading Area Firefighters Museum is committed to the preservation of the Liberty Fire Co. No 5 building. The 1876 built structure at South Fifth & Laurel Streets, Reading, PA. This includes the building contents consisting of firefighting memorabilia, antique furnishings, and the John Wanamaker designed “best room”. Read all about the Reading Area Firefighters ... Read more
Nostalgic Christmas
Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 South 3rd Street, HamburgNostalgic Christmas Train display at the The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum includes vintage and modern Lionel and standard gauge trains operating in a holiday setting. The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Reading Railroad. Saturdays and Sundays through January 15, except Christmas Day and New Years Day.
Santa Trains
Allentown and Auburn Railroad 232 Railroad St, KutztownTake a trip with the big man in red himself! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on the railroad this holiday season checking on all the children and making sure Santa has his list straight. All the good children may even get a candy cane! Be sure to check out the Kutztown Area School District Art ... Read more
Holiday Open House
Muhlenberg Community Library 3612 Kutztown Rd, LaureldaleOur annual holiday open house is free and open to all ages. Nutcracker model train Live musical entertainment Holiday basket raffle Story time Holiday crafts Refreshments The Nutcracker movie Photo booth Visit from Santa Cup & a Craft event for adults No registration necessary. Tickets for Muhlenberg Township's Holiday Trail of Lights will be for ... Read more
Holidays at Mount Hope
Mount Hope Estate & Winery 2775 Lebanon Road, ManheimWelcome one and all! Creating new memories from old traditions—The annual Holidays at Mount Hope is an interactive event that's fun for the whole family! Every year, the historic Mount Hope Mansion is transformed into a Holiday wonderland, complete with traditional Victorian ornaments, fresh Christmas trees, holiday treats, and more! Enjoy the decorated Victorian Mansion's ... Read more
Santa Parade and Children’s Christmas Party
Downtown Leesport Main St & Lee St, LeesportSanta will be coming to Leesport escorted by your local volunteer firefighters and friends!! Starting at 11am, the order will be Leesport Gardens, Stone Henge, and Main Street, followed by Reeser Heights. At about 12:15-12:30, we’ll head down to Willow Glen and Willow Glen North. At 1:15, we’ll come back up 61 to Hafer Drive ... Read more
A Christmas Story
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnHumorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself at Higbee’s Department Store. The consistent response: “You’ll ... Read more
Kids at Camp, Parents Night Out
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsEach month we’re hosting a Kids at Camp night for children ages 6 to 12. Consider it your night out. Go out to dinner with a loved one or get some shopping done while we get your kids involved with some classic camp activities. Pizza party dinner provided with program fees. Additional “Kids at Camp” nights ... Read more
Hot Chocolate Trains
Allentown and Auburn Railroad 232 Railroad St, KutztownTake an evening trip with the big man in red himself! Santa will be on board during the trip and see each child. Upon return to the station, Santa will read the Night Before Christmas and passengers are welcome to hot chocolate and a cookie included with your ticket. Trains Departs Kutztown Station at 7:00 PM on November 26, December ... Read more
A Christmas Story
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnHumorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself at Higbee’s Department Store. The consistent response: “You’ll ... Read more
Santa Trains
Allentown and Auburn Railroad 232 Railroad St, KutztownTake a trip with the big man in red himself! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on the railroad this holiday season checking on all the children and making sure Santa has his list straight. All the good children may even get a candy cane! Be sure to check out the Kutztown Area School District Art ... Read more
Holidays at Mount Hope
Mount Hope Estate & Winery 2775 Lebanon Road, ManheimWelcome one and all! Creating new memories from old traditions—The annual Holidays at Mount Hope is an interactive event that's fun for the whole family! Every year, the historic Mount Hope Mansion is transformed into a Holiday wonderland, complete with traditional Victorian ornaments, fresh Christmas trees, holiday treats, and more! Enjoy the decorated Victorian Mansion's ... Read more
Nostalgic Christmas
Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 South 3rd Street, HamburgNostalgic Christmas Train display at the The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum includes vintage and modern Lionel and standard gauge trains operating in a holiday setting. The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Reading Railroad. Saturdays and Sundays through January 15, except Christmas Day and New Years Day.
A Christmas Story
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnHumorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself at Higbee’s Department Store. The consistent response: “You’ll ... Read more
Reading Firefighters Museum Tours
Reading Area Firefighters Museum 5th & Laurel Street, ReadingThe Reading Area Firefighters Museum is committed to the preservation of the Liberty Fire Co. No 5 building. The 1876 built structure at South Fifth & Laurel Streets, Reading, PA. This includes the building contents consisting of firefighting memorabilia, antique furnishings, and the John Wanamaker designed “best room”. Read all about the Reading Area Firefighters ... Read more