International Vulture Awareness Day
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonCelebrate nature's clean-up crew with a live vulture program by Peggy Hentz of Red Creek Wildlife at noon, along with vulture activities for children and information on Hawk Mountain's long-term research on the social scavenging raptor. Live Vulture Program at 12 PM.
Yip & Dip
Greater Philadelphia YMCA - Boyertown 301 West Spring Street, BoyertownThe entire pool and splash pad area will be open for any dog and their owners willing to take the plunge! There will be contests, prizes, agility course, and an off-leash area. A signed waiver must be submitted with payment. Proceeds from the event will go towards improvements of the Boyertown Community Pool.
Reading Society of Model Engineers Run Days
Reading Society of Model Engineers 2060 Mt Laurel Rd, FleetwoodRSME Run Day events are open to the general public. The 15" gauge railroad is the only thing scheduled to operate. There is the chance that other displays will be operating but that is up to the discretion of the other groups in the RSME. The suggested donation amount for rides is $7 for adults and ... Read more
Hands-on History: Colonial Textiles
Boyertown Community Library 24 N. Reading Ave., BoyertownLearn about 18th century history through hands-on activities with Anne Goda, an educator from Daniel Boone Homestead.
History Storytime: Quilts
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingBring along your favorite blanket and join us. This month’s story will be: The Quiltmakers Gift by Jeff Brumbeau. Ages 3-8 and their parents.
Adventure Daze
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsTrap Shooting 9/11 Our instructors will introduce the sport of trap shooting. Rock Wall Climbing, Bouldering Challenge with Zip Line 9/25 & 10/23 The climbing tower has 6 different routes ranging from novice to difficult. Archery Camps: Learn and Shoot 10/2 & 11/6 Join the crew at South Mountain Adventures at the archery range. All ... Read more
Roots-To-Wings Preschool Program
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingEncourage your child's curiosity for the world around them with programs about nature. Hands-on activities, games, and stories fill this 1 hour, content rich natural science program. Examine mounted specimens, eggs, nests, bones, and more! A craft related to the topicof the day completes each lesson. For children ages 3-5, $5 per program.Programs held at the ... Read more
Mopar Mega Block Party
FirstEnergy Stadium 1900 Centre Avenue, ReadingThe 4th Annual Mopar Mega Block Party is back in town. FirstEnergy Stadium will be rocking with FREE entertainment for the whole family. So whether you love cars like we do or just want to hear great music and watch fireworks, this Block Party is going to have something for everyone. All the Entertainment, Events ... Read more
Hawk Mountain 85th Anniversary Celebration
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonCome and celebrate 85 years of raptor conservation at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. Visitors receive a free piece of cake and check out grand opening of the new and improved Outdoor Amphitheater and the new historical marker. Also happening that day: Fall Native Plant Sale 10am-4pmChoose from a variety of fall flowering Pennsylvania native wildflowers including asters, goldenrods, ... Read more
Play Me a Story
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnExperience the Fun and Magic of Play Me a Story on select Saturday mornings at 10:00am at the Yocum Institute!Children young and old are invited to join us as we bring to life the stories. Sep 15: Chicka, Chicka, Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr., and John Archambault. This read-aloud interactive story-time will be filled with ... Read more
LEGO Day
Muhlenberg Community Library 3612 Kutztown Rd, LaureldaleGuess how many LEGOs are in the jar, bring and display your greatest creation from home, take part in a timed build competition, and build just for fun! Ages 8-18 + families. Children under 10 must be accompanied by a supervising adult 18+ while in the library. Free program. No registration.
Parada PR de Reading
La Mega Presenta la Parada PR de Reading, PA y EL Festival de la Penn St. Sábado 14 de Septiembre. Para Registrarse en la Parada visita nuestro website.The Mega presents the PR Stop of Reading, PA and The Penn St. Festival Saturday, September 14. DJs, multicultural food, dance, performances, more.
Harvest Moon Special
WK&S Railroad 42 Community Center Dr, KemptonEnjoy an autumn moonlight train ride with musical entertainment and complimentary cider, coffee or hot chocolate and cookies. One of our diesel locomotives will be used to power the train for this 45-minute ride, which includes a stop to gaze at the full moon. After returning to the station, please stay and enjoy the musical ... Read more
Backpacking Basics
Antietam Lake Park 326 Angora Rd, ReadingLearn why preparation is key to any successful hike and how to properly plan for your adventure, including equipment needed, food and safety gear. We will have some different styles of backpacks to show and demonstrate, as well as essentials for any trip. Create a backpacking checklist, and learn how to properly pack your backpack. ... Read more
Creative Drama
Boyertown Community Library 24 N. Reading Ave., BoyertownExercise your imagination through theatre games and movement. Teacher Stacey Michaud is the manager of outreach education at Steel River Playhouse in Pottstown. For grades 1-12. Please sign up by calling the library at 610-369-0496.
Home School Hook Ups
Oley Valley Community Library 339 Main Street, OleyThis is a structured, monthly program for home schooled children. Please call the library to register your family.
Teen Movie
Muhlenberg Community Library 3612 Kutztown Rd, LaureldaleTeens in grades 7-12 can enjoy a movie after their early dismissal from school and before the holidays. Free. No registration. Grades 7-12. #SocialLiteracy
Pedals & Poses
Colonial Sports 168 Shillington Rd, Sinking SpringGet a fresh Friday Night "spin" on cycle class, complete with glow party, games, prizes and refreshments! Wind down with BodyFlow to make you go AHHHHH!