Nature Story and Activity
French Creek State Park 843 Park Road, ElversonCome out to the outdoor classroom Saturday Mornings start your weekend with a nature themed picture book and craft, game, or other related activities.Each week will feature a new story; check the schedule for dates we will run. All ages are welcome, but books and activities are best suited to ages 3-6.Care takers must remain ... Read more
Fishing 101
French Creek State Park 843 Park Road, ElversonIf you’ve always wanted to try out fishing but weren't sure where to start, come out to this free program to learn the basics. All equipment is provided, but please bring your own bait (can be purchased at a vending machine at the lake). We’ll start with basic instruction, then you’ll have time to fish ... Read more
Music and Movie Night in the Park
Stone House 1216 Parkside Dr N, ReadingWhat better way to start the summer than a free concert and movie in the park. The Wyomissing Band start the night off at 7:00, followed by the movie "The Sandlot" beginning around 8:30. This is the 25th anniversary of this classic movie about summer time friendships and the stories we remember from our youth. Thank ... Read more
Blue Marsh Lake’s Get Outdoors Day
Blue Marsh Lake 1268 Palisades Dr, LeesportCome join us to celebrate the annual National Get Outdoors Day! We will have a variety of displays and activities to help you learn about the different ways you can recreate outdoors. Participate in a variety of activities, demos, and presentations. For questions call 610-374-2944 or visit www.nap.usace.army.mil/bluemarsh.
Free Vision Screening for Preschoolers
Brandywine Area Community Library 60 Tower Drive, ToptonPeople who register ahead of time will be taken before walk-ins, but all are welcome! You can register at the library or by sending an email to sbrchild berks.lib.pa.us.
Sock Hop
Muhlenberg Community Library 3612 Kutztown Rd, LaureldaleKick off your socks at the Summer Quest Kick-Off Event! Wear your best fifties-style attire. We welcome your saddle shoes, poodle skirts, rolled sleeves, and popped collars! It will be an event not to be missed and is open to all ages.Get registered and ready to rock the summer away at this year's Summer Quest: ... Read more
RailFest
Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 South 3rd Street, HamburgCelebrating the 10th anniversary of the Museum Featuring the Reading Railroad’s famous coal transportation historyMUSIC: the best in country and railroad musicMODEL RAILROADS in a variety of sizes DEMONSTRATIONS of coal being used in cooking and blacksmithing DISPLAYS of real Reading Railroad locomotives and cars PLUS special rail cars open only during RAILFEST A UNIQUE TRUCK SHOW featuring coal delivery trucks EXHIBITS about coal transportation ... Read more
Scott’s Run/Campground Trail Hike
French Creek State Park 843 Park Road, ElversonScott’s Run/Campground Trail HikeDo you enjoy walking in the outdoors? Do you want to take it to the next level? Join the park naturalist and outdoor pros from LL Bean on this hike around Scott’s Run Lake, via the Horseshoe, Boone, and Lenape trails.We will meet at the campground amphitheater to discuss proper hiking precautions, ... Read more
Brawlers vs. the Reading Derby Girls
Skateaway Shillington 2275 Lancaster Pike, ShillingtonBrandywine Roller Derby; Brawlers vs. the Reading Derby Girls; B Team on Sunday, June 10. Doors 6:30pm / Game 7:00pm - Skateaway-Shillington— AT THE EVENTHalftime entertainmentRDG Beer Garden with Stoudts Brewing Company!RDG Merchandise…and more!!— AFTER PARTYThe RDG after party to follow immediately at Paolo's Restaurant & Bar
All Ages Family Night
Reading Public Library Main 100 S Fifth Street, ReadingJune 11: Ice Cream Social! Eat ice cream and get information on all the programs and activities we off this summer.June 18: Zumba - Get the whole family moving! Water provided.June 25: Game Night! Play a variety of oversized games throughout the library. Win Prizes!
Fightin Phils vs. Harrisburg Senators
FirstEnergy Stadium 1900 Centre Avenue, Reading6/12: GLUTTONY NIGHT - Yuengling's Ice Cream6/13: 2008 Phillies World Series Championship 10th Anniversary Cole Hamels Golden Bobble Head6/14: Fireworks
Rockin’ Reptiles
Brandywine Area Community Library 60 Tower Drive, ToptonCome, meet Sheldon’s friends from the Forgotten Friend Reptile Sanctuary and learn about the beats and rhythms of reptiles. This event kicks off our summer reading program. This year's theme is Libraries Rock!Held at the Henry Auditorium at The Lutheran Home, 1 S Home Ave, Topton, PA 19562
Mountain Springs Country Fair
Mountain Springs Arena 3450 Mountain Road, HamburgCountry Fair with games, animals, music, dancing, demolition derbies and baking contests!Wolves Of The World - Live Wolf Show All Three DaysThursday: Elvis Tribut Artes Jeffrey Krick, JrFriday: Nite Flyte BandFriday: Lawn Mower Racing
SCI-FI Summer Kick-Off
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingGreetings Earthlings, Join us in celebrating the beginning of summer with a sci-fi filled celebration! Highlights of the event include:• Sci-fi crafts, games, and activities under the Stone Terrace Tent• Fetters Concessions food truck• Angels on Wheels Ice Cream• Access to the ENTIRE Museum including the exhibition Alien Worlds & Androids. • Come dressed as your ... Read more
Essential Knots for the Outdoors
French Creek State Park 843 Park Road, ElversonHow do you tie a kayak to the roof of a car? How do you rig a rain tarp quickly? How do you tie your boat to a dock? There are a few key knots every good outdoorsperson should know. Join the experts at LL Bean to learn them in the Campground Amphitheater at French ... Read more
Fightin Phils vs. Akron Rubber Ducks
FirstEnergy Stadium 1900 Centre Avenue, Reading6/15: Fireworks - Axcess Industries6/16: Fireworks - Carpenter Technology Corp.6/17: FEATURED GAME: Father's Day Fightins Dad Baseball Cap (M2000) - CJs Tire and Automotive
Ducks Overboard! Childrens Workshop
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonChildren will trace the routes of toy ducks spilled during a ship accident by exploring a book by Eric Carle, using a globe and the large wall map in the visitor center, experiment making waves/water currents (including toy ducks) and diagram the motion using fingerpaint, wonder about other flotsam that may be clogging our oceans ... Read more
Sensory Friendly Movie: Incredibles 2
Fox Berkshire 800 Berkshire Boulevard, WyomissingWe designed our sensory friendly movie experience especially for children with autism to enjoy in a positive and accepting environment. The sound is low, the lights are up, and children can stand up and sing, move and shout. No ads or previews are shown, and parents are welcome to bring gluten- and casein-free snacks. All ... Read more