Homeschool Programs
Bethel-Tulpehocken Public Library 8601 Lancaster Ave, BethelNov 11 | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PMLiterature & Art for HomeschoolersFor school-aged children. Nov 18 | 12:30 PM - 2:00 PMSTEM for School-Aged ChildrenJoin Miss Shannon for hands-on science, technology, engineering and math.Nov 25 | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PMNative American Culture for School Aged ChildrenJoin Miss Shannon for one or all of these classes ... Read more
All Grown Up
Reading Hospital - Tower Health 420 S 5th Ave, West ReadingReading Hospital invites you to attend All Grown Up. This event is a special program for girls 9 to 13 years of age and a parent or caregiver to learn about the changes that occur in the female body during puberty. This program offers age-appropriate information to prepare young girls for what lies ahead. The program ... Read more
A Magical Cirque Christmas
Santander Performing Arts Center 136 N. 6th Street, ReadingThe producers of Broadway’s smash hit “The Illusionists” have brought together the world’s greatest entertainers for a spell-binding and incredible new holiday production – A MAGICAL CIRQUE CHRISTMAS! Experience the magic of Christmas with dazzling performers and breathtaking cirque artists from all corners of the world, accompanied by your favorite holiday music performed live. Get ... Read more
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night
Albright College 1621 North 13th Street, Reading15 year-old math whiz Christopher Boone lives with his divorced dad in Swinton, a working-class town west of London. After being falsely accused of killing a neighbor’s dog, Christopher, who is brilliant but has difficulty dealing with the sounds and stresses of everyday life, decides to investigate the crime. The secrets he unearths prompt him ... Read more
Godspell
Governor Mifflin High School 101 South Waverly Street, ShillingtonCome sing about love with the cast of Godspell at GMHS on Friday, November 15 and Saturday, November 16 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, November 17 at 2 p.m.
Craft Grab Bag
Clay on Main 313 Main Street, OleyCome out to Clay on Main for a day of experimentation. We’ll have at least three different crafting projects all set up, and you can try as many as you’d like. This is a great way to spend time together as a family and learn a new craft!Register at least one week prior to class ... Read more
Super Science Saturdays
Berks Nature / The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingWe’ll spend the day exploring the surrounding park- taking walks and scientific measurements, among other hands-on activities in and outside of the classroom. Pack a lunch to enjoy as a picnic, or in our classroom.
Snapology – Frozen Fever
Mifflin Community Library 6 Philadelphia Ave, ShillingtonDo you want to build a snowman with Elsa and Anna?! Design your own Ice Castle or create your own kingdom of Arrendale using LEGO® bricks. For the first time in forever, you will be building with LEGO® bricks and Frozen all in one world! Participants are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Frozen ... Read more
Story Time at Boscov’s
Boscov's East 4500 Perkiomen Ave, ReadingGather around our toy department and get lost in the magic of a good book with fascinating stories and tales during Boscov’s Story Time. Children of all ages and their parents/guardians are welcome to join us as we set off on our adventure. Coloring activities to follow, plus, receive a coupon for an extra discount ... Read more
Library Indoor Mini Golf
Muhlenberg Community Library 3612 Kutztown Rd, LaureldaleJoin in on an indoor event throughout the library. Play some put-put. Explore the shelves. Check out some books for good measure. Stop in at the last day of the Fall Book Sale during this event to receive a bag to fill with books for only $5. Everyone will have a great time! Children under ... Read more
Wee Ones Session
Berks Nature / The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingGeared towards Preschool-aged children, Wee Ones Sessions are led by our environmental educator. Each class includes an art/craft project, a story and movement- possibly a walk, hike or dance!
Japanese Kit Kat Experience
Oley Valley Community Library 339 Main Street, OleyDo you know why Kit Kat’s are so popular in Japan? There is a popular phrase, kitto katso, which means good luck... and so it became tradition to give children Kit Kat’s before a special event or important tests at school! Stop in to the library to taste test a few of the very strange flavors ... Read more
JCWK Dance Lab
Alvernia University 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingJCWK Dance Lab is directed by Berks County native and internationally recognized performer, choreographer and dance educator, Jessica C. Warchal-King.JCWK Dance Lab will perform “Shed” and the world premier of “HOMEbody,” a multigenerational, all-female cast with original music in collaboration with internationally renown musician Paul Fejko. The performance explores home as geographic place and as ... Read more
Night Before Christmas Train
Boyertown Rail Yard 64 South Washington St, BoyertownThese special evening trains bring the storybook magic of the season to life Join us in your pajamas and sip complimentary hot cocoa as we read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. Enjoy Christmas music and the comfort of our Edwardian-era cars, look for lights as the Secret Valley rolls past your window.Rumor has it Santa himself ... Read more
Matilda – Kutztown High School Musical
Kutztown Area High School 50 Trexler Avenue, KutztownInspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination, and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs ... Read more
Encaustic Painting
Clay on Main 313 Main Street, OleySurround yourself with the heavenly smell of beeswax, while crafting a richly layered, gorgeous painting. Encaustic is an ancient technique used by contemporary artists, where molten beeswax and resin over paint create luminous effects. This technique creates depth because of its multiple layers. Come with an idea or just let instructor Lisa Gauker and the ... Read more
Santa’s Polar Bear Express
Boyertown Rail Yard 64 South Washington St, BoyertownJoin us as we take a magical little journey on our specially-decorated Santa's Trolley!Join Santa on an adventure into Christmas past on our 1930 Philadelphia-built Brill Motorcar! Cocoa, cookies, a free souvenir, and a visit with Santa are included on this roughly 40-minute excursion. Santa visits with each child and reads a story with all ... Read more
Photography Workshop
Boyertown Community Library 24 N. Reading Ave., BoyertownLearn how to use your cell phone to take beautiful pictures and what the best apps are for editing right on your phone!