Story Time at Boscov’s

Boscov's East 4500 Perkiomen Ave, Reading

Gather 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, Laureldale

Join 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, Reading

Geared 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, Oley

Do 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, Reading

JCWK 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, Boyertown

These 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, Kutztown

Inspired 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, Oley

Surround 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, Boyertown

Join 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., Boyertown

Learn how to use your cell phone to take beautiful pictures and what the best apps are for editing right on your phone!

Snapology – Saturday STEM: Girl Power

Mifflin Community Library 6 Philadelphia Ave, Shillington

If you love LEGO Friends®, this is the class for you. We will learn about stop-motion animation as we make our own Friends-themed movies. Students will also be able to experiment with the library's special selection of tech toys, featuring Goldiblox.Although this is a FREE event, participants are strongly encouraged to register in advance. Space ... Read more

Salzburg Marionettes

Miller Center for the Arts - RACC 4 North Second Street, Reading

The Salzburg Marionettes have existed for over 100 years. This year they are bringing their beautifully crafted puppets to the Miller Center to tell a very familiar fairy tale in a new way. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will come alive on the Miller Center stage as you've never seen it before.Due to the ... Read more

Farmer’s Market

Althouse Arboretum 1794 Gilbertsville Road, Pottstown

The Althouse Arboretum’s first ever Farmer’s Market! We’ll have herbs, flowers, honey, cheese, meats, soaps and continue through to the Fall within season products locally grown and produced. There will be activities for children, Arboretum tours, music and more.The Arboretum EcoStore will be open with Fair Trade items, Bees Wrap and more. There is also a ... Read more

#OptOutside Hike

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, Kempton

Instead of battling the craze of Black Friday, opt outside and join us for a guided hike of our River of Rocks trail to reconnect with your loved ones and nature. 

BubbleMania

Da Vinci Science Center 3145 Hamilton Blvd. Bypass, Allentown

Comic bubbleologist Casey Carle returns to the Science Center with his spectacular blend of bubble-based science and hilarious humor.Casey, who has been featured on The Discovery Channel and The Science Channel, will perform two, very different, 30-minute stage shows:BubbleMania! from Nov. 29-Dec. 31, 2019BubbleOlogy! from Jan. 11-Feb. 9, 2020See the website for all the dates and times 

Der Belsnickel Craft Show

Boyertown Area Senior High School 120 North Monroe St, Boyertown

Der Belsnickel Craft Show was started in 1970 as a way of preserving and promoting historic crafts. Over the years, the show has grown dramatically and has been recognized nationally for its emphasis on high quality traditional and modern crafts. Der Belsnickel is a juried show that supports the educational, preservation, cultural, research, historical, and genealogical activities of the Boyertown Area Historical Society. The show was named for the Pennsylvania ... Read more

Holiday Evening of Joy

Esbenshades Fleetwood 721 Park Road, Fleetwood

You're invited to a FREE family event at Esbenshade's! Join us for a spectacular night of holiday celebrations & music, family activities, luminary displays, complimentary food & refreshments, & the season's lowest markdowns on plants, gifts & holiday décor throughout our stores.For more information, please visit our event page: https://www.esbenshades.com/holiday-evening-of-joy-fleetwood

Kids and Cookies Baking Workshop

Township of Spring Administration Building 2850 Windmill Rd, Sinking Spring

Children and adults ae invited to attend this child-friendly baking class with Executive Chef Crystal Barto.  Crystal will demonstrate a variety of cookie recipes that children and adults will enjoy preparing together!  Enjoy sampling the delicious cookie creations!