Secret Valley Train
Boyertown Rail Yard 64 South Washington St, BoyertownOnce the province of pioneers and patriots, the Colebrookdale is your ticket to a verdant land lost in time. A forgotten Civil War, the Colebrookdale Railroad offers hour-and-forty-five minute train expeditions into the Secret Valley, of the most scenic and historic regions in the northeast. Traversing geological formations and lands rich with Native American lore, ... Read more
Slow Ride Pottstown
Schuylkill River Heritage Area 140 College Drive, PottstownJoin Trek Bicycle Store for a slow ride around town. Just a couple family friendly miles to start the weekend off right. Everyone of all skill levels is welcome. Maybe you just got a bike, haven't been on one in a while or you're looking for a group to get a little fresh air with. ... Read more
Off to a Flying Start! Migration Kick-off
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonJoin us for a day of celebrating the wonders of raptor migration with this kick-off event. Activities include guided bird walks, naturalists in the garden, live bird programs, Raptor ID, kids activities, and more! Drawing for the annual Mountain Raffle also takes place.
West Reading French Fry Fest
West Reading Tavern 606 Penn Ave, ReadingThe West Reading French Fry Fest is an outdoor event showcasing each participating restaurant or vendor's take on everyone's favorite food: French fries!Located on 6th Avenue between Penn Avenue and Franklin Street, the West Reading French Fry Fest has something for everyone; an amazing Summer event that continues to grow in size and popularity!Participating Vendors:West ... Read more
Meet the Fall Forest
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonJoin Kutztown University ecologist Dr. Chris Sacchi for a casual walk and learn to identify common trees and fall flowering plants at Hawk Mountain as fall arrives. Meet in Visitor Center.
Second Sunday Hike
Warwick County Park 191 County Park Road, PottstownJoin us for a Dog Friendly Hike! Lace up your boots and leash up your pooch. Start your day at Warwick Park for a brisk morning stroll. Ann Cathers will be leading the hike beginning at 8:00 am. Hikers can enter through the main entrance off of County Park Rd. and gather together near the ... Read more
Fun on the Farm
Gauker Farms 846 Fleetwood Lyons Rd, FleetwoodGauker Farms' Fun on the Farm Day is an annual celebration of our family, friends, customers, and community! This FREE event is an opportunity to open our farm for you to learn about what it is we do to raise safe, wholesome food From Our Family Farm to Your Family Table! We offer a free ... Read more
StoryRiders Sensory Storytime
Muhlenberg Community Library 3612 Kutztown Rd, LaureldaleThis is an interactive program presented at a preschool level for children with sensory processing issues or discomfort with noises and crowds. Storytime leader, Miss Rachel uses books, songs, games and toys to encourage literacy, motor skills, and social skills. Caregivers are welcomed to speak to Miss Rachel prior to the start of the program ... Read more
Family Movie Matinee
Wyomissing Public Library 9 Reading Boulevard, WyomissingFamily Movie Matinee: "Space Buddies". It is more fun to watch a movie when you can share it with others. We will have the popcorn ready! No registration is required.
Bedtime Stories (As Told by Our Dad)
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnBedtime Stories (As Told by Our Dad) (Who Messed them Up) It’s Dad’s turn to tell his three rambunctious kids their bedtime stories, but when he gets fuzzy on the details, the classics get creative: a prince with a snoring problem spices up The Princess and The Pea, The Boy Who Cried Wolf cries dinosaur ... Read more
Fightin Phils
FirstEnergy Stadium 1900 Centre Avenue, ReadingAltoona Curve 8/02 @ 7:10 PM Carpenter MEGA BLAST FireworksAltoona Curve 8/03 @ 6:45 PM Harry Potter" Tribute ScarfAltoona Curve 8/04 @ 5:15 PM Jimmy Rollins Sliding BobbleheadHartford Yard Goats 8/06 @ 7:10 PM R-Phils Your Face Here" Custom Bobblehead of YOUHartford Yard Goats 8/07 @ 7:10 PM FireworksHartford Yard Goats 8/08 @ 7:10 PM ... Read more
Dog Days of August
Boyertown Town Center Parking Lot 42 E. Philadelphia Avenue, BoyertownCalling all dog lovers! August brings the Dog Days of Summer. Join us for an afternoon of family furry fun in the Town Center Parking Lot of Boyertown from 10 am to 1 pm. There will be pet swimming pools, classes, free pet toe nail clipping, demonstrations, vendors, story time, entertainment at the Historic State ... Read more
Bedtime Stories (As Told by Our Dad)
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnBedtime Stories (As Told by Our Dad) (Who Messed them Up) It’s Dad’s turn to tell his three rambunctious kids their bedtime stories, but when he gets fuzzy on the details, the classics get creative: a prince with a snoring problem spices up The Princess and The Pea, The Boy Who Cried Wolf cries dinosaur ... Read more
Zoo Train
Boyertown Rail Yard 64 South Washington St, BoyertownOur VERY FIRST Petting Zoo Train! Ride our Doodlebug to the beautiful Frog Hollow Farm, approximately three (3) miles from Boyertown. Get off the train at Frog Hollow Farm and enter our zoo area, stay for an hour (or more) while visiting our petting zoo. The Doodlebug will be shuttling back and forth to the Boyertown station all day. Tickets good ... Read more
SBV Lego Club
Bernville Area Community Library 6721 Bernville Rd, BernvilleBring your imagination and a friend to build a one of kind creations. Space is limited so please call the library to sign up.August theme: Bridges, Buildings and TransportationSeptember theme: At the Zoo
Youth Workshop – Migration Madness
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonYouth will discover and celebrate the magic of migration in this interactive and exciting workshop with nature hikes, games, and hands-on educational activities. They will also learn about the cool techniques and technology the scientists use to track raptor migration! Registration required. Evening child care available until 5 pm for an additional $5.
Clothespin Unicorn & Sock Monsters
Oley Valley Community Library 339 Main Street, OleyAug 20-22: Stop in to make your own clothespin unicorn! No registration necessaryAug 27-29: Sock Monsters - Stop in to the library to make your own sock monster! All supplies provided by the library, except socks! Bring your own crazy socks to create your own sock monster! Registration is necessary. Call 484-491-1278
Nature Preschool Open House
The Nature Place 575 St. Bernardine Street, ReadingFamilies are invited to stop by and learn all about our wonderful nature preschool program! Our Nature Preschool Director, Anne Muvdi, will be available to answer all of your questions. Surrounded by 100 acres of open space in Reading’s Angelica Creek Park, our Nature Preschool provides a unique opportunity to explore the natural world while becoming prepared for ... Read more