New Years Bear Drop

Boyertown Area Historical Society 43 South Chestnut St, Boyertown

Make a care package for Veterans, enjoy cookies & hot chocolate. Count down to the Bear Drop at midnight in Germany (6pm) Also Phoebe the folk singer, will be playing the guitar for us. We are excited for you to join us!

Polar Bear Swim and New Year’s Bonfire

Riverfront Park, Pottstown 140 College Dr, Pottstown

Join us for an annual celebration of the New Year in Riverfront Park, Pottstown. The event is simple but fun! Show up to register beginning at 9:30 AM to take the frigid plunge into the waters of the Schuylkill River. Rescue divers are on-hand to provide safety and ensure you don't float down to Philadelphia ... Read more

Event Series Blue Marsh Guided Hikes

Blue Marsh Guided Hikes

Blue Marsh State Hill Boat Launch 599 Brownsville Road, Sinking Spring

Join us on a guided hike! Please see each hike below for location and details! MON, JAN 1, 2024 AT 10 AM Join us on a guided hike up along Old Blue Marsh Road and through the newly completed Keystone Run Trail to experience a rolling trail through our scenic woods, with a stop at ... Read more

Event Series Nostalgic Christmas

Nostalgic Christmas

Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 South 3rd Street, Hamburg

Nostalgic Christmas Train display at the The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum includes vintage and modern Lionel and standard gauge trains operating in a holiday setting. The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Reading Railroad. Saturdays and Sundays through January 14, except Christmas Day and New Years Day.

World Championship Ice Racing Series

Santander Arena 700 Penn Street, Reading

In the 2005-2006 winter season a new era began in arena ice racing with the Inaugural Manufacturers World Cup ICE Racing Championships. This exciting all new World Championship Series features state-of-the-art, hi-performance, major factory made motorcycles matched up with many of the world’s most talented riders.

Event Series Nostalgic Christmas

Nostalgic Christmas

Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 South 3rd Street, Hamburg

Nostalgic Christmas Train display at the The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum includes vintage and modern Lionel and standard gauge trains operating in a holiday setting. The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Reading Railroad. Saturdays and Sundays through January 14, except Christmas Day and New Years Day.

Event Series Nostalgic Christmas

Nostalgic Christmas

Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 South 3rd Street, Hamburg

Nostalgic Christmas Train display at the The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum includes vintage and modern Lionel and standard gauge trains operating in a holiday setting. The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Reading Railroad. Saturdays and Sundays through January 14, except Christmas Day and New Years Day.

Event Series Nostalgic Christmas

Nostalgic Christmas

Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 South 3rd Street, Hamburg

Nostalgic Christmas Train display at the The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum includes vintage and modern Lionel and standard gauge trains operating in a holiday setting. The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Reading Railroad. Saturdays and Sundays through January 14, except Christmas Day and New Years Day.

Event Series Read With A Ranger

Read With A Ranger

Gring's Mill Recreation Area 2083 Tulpehocken Rd., Wyomissing

Throughout the Winter and Spring the Berks County Park Rangers will be presenting Read with a Ranger one TUESDAY a month. Join the Rangers on an adventure! Kids ages 3-5 are invited to enjoy a themed story, go for a walk on the trail and complete a craft to become an honorary Junior Ranger. Each ... Read more

Event Series Homeschool Days at Reading Museum

Homeschool Days at Reading Museum

Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, Reading

Homeschool Families — Join educators from The Museum for an exciting morning filled with a special tour of a featured museum gallery and hands-on projects that the whole family can enjoy! Programs are designed for elementary school age students (younger and older siblings are welcome to participate). Reservations Required. Please email Mary at mary.johnson@readingpublicmuseum.org. Deadline ... Read more

Event Series Something Rotten!

Something Rotten!

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

*Warning, this show contains adult content. Recommended for age 13+ Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, Something Rotten. Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as "The Bard." When a ... Read more

Owl Prowl

Antietam Lake Park 326 Angora Rd, Reading

Enjoy a moonlit stroll on rustic Antietam Lake Park’s trails while learning about owls. We’ll meet in the Bingaman House to discuss these nighttime birds of prey, their nesting habits, and their impacts on our environment before heading out on the trail. Wear hiking shoes, bring a flashlight, and dress accordingly. FREE | Registration Required ... Read more

Event Series Something Rotten!

Something Rotten!

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

*Warning, this show contains adult content. Recommended for age 13+ Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, Something Rotten. Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as "The Bard." When a ... Read more

Spool Knit – Free Art Class

Art of Recycle 27 Cloister Ave, Ephrata

Yarn is fun to play with, it is much more fun if you know how to knit and crochet. We are going to start with making wooden spool knitting looms to make simple chains with. These chains can be used to make finger puppets, necklaces, bracelets, flowers, and other fun crafts. Little ones might have ... Read more

West Reading Ice ‘N Spice Festival

West Reading Tavern 606 Penn Ave, Reading

The Community of West Reading will be hosting their 7th Ice n Spice Festival between 400 and 700 blocks of Penn Ave. Many businesses will be offering discounts and other specials for the afternoon based on the theme of the festival. Led by professional carver Danny Kissel, ice sculptors will be chiseling their way through ... Read more

Snowshoe Saturdays

Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, Reading

Try out a pair of snowshoes and join Parks staff on an hour long walk down the Union Canal Trail. No prior experience necessary- bring your own snowshoes if you have them! A limited number of snowshoes are available to be reserved. Wear hiking shoes, bring water, and dress in layers. **Lack of snow pack ... Read more

Touch a Heart Event

Art of Recycle 27 Cloister Ave, Ephrata

Free Valentine Card Making Workshop to Benefit Soldiers, Vets and Elderly. Art of Recycle will be partnering with Blue Ridge Communications and the Lititz VFW 1463 Auxiliary in the 11th annual community wide “Touch a Heart” campaign. All of the materials and tools needed to make your special Valentines are provided by Art of Recycle. ... Read more

Unicorn Party

Peppermint Stick Candy Store 26 E Philadelphia Ave, Boyertown

Calling all unicorns! ✨ Sprinkle on the sparkle and gallop on down to the Peppermint Stick Candy Store for a mane-ly magical event! We're brewing up a day of sugary fun with, sparkling unicorn hot chocolate bombs that explode with flavor (and glitter!) Unicorn themed Ice cream and waffles topped with whipped cream and sprinkles, ... Read more