Grants Help Keep Reading Cultured

The Reading Cultural Council invites local groups to submit funding applications.

Bulger Movie 'Black Mass' Set to Open in Theaters Sept. 18

Everyone is talking about the long-awaited film, starring Johnny Depp as notorious Boston mobster James “Whitey” Bulger.

Reading Awarded State Cultural Grant

Cultural Council supports a variety of cultural activities for residents.

Old South Brass and Organ Concert, Sunday, 5/31 at 4 p.m.

Free Concert at Old South United Methodist Church, featuring the Old South Brass Ensemble and Organ, May 31st at 4 pm.

Reading Symphony Pops Concert

"Let's Go to the Movies"

Where in Reading Can You Get Free Baby Books?

You read that correctly: There is a place in Reading where you can get free books for your new baby's personal library.

Reading Art Association Hosts Guest Artist Bruce Wood

Acrylic painting demonstration

Young Women's League of Reading to Host Private Movie Screening

Come see Home on Saturday, March 28 at 10 am at Showcase Cinema in Woburn

Burbank (Reading) YMCA TEEN NIGHT this Friday!

Come by the Burbank YMCA for Teen Night this Friday at 8-10pm for free time, pizza, and volleyball! Also heads up for February vacation!

Reading Memorial High School Drama Winter Production of FOOLS

RMHS Drams Club presents FOOLS February 6, 7, and 8th

LiveWires Miniseries : North Shore History in a Nutshell

Join Jim McAllister – historian, photographer, author, teacher, and tour guide – for a fresh look at North Shore history. 2/11,18, & 25.

Santa Will Reply to Letters from Children

For more than 100 years, "Santa" replies to children who write to him through a special U.S. Postal program.

The Patch 2014 Ultimate Holiday TV Schedule: When to Tune in to Watch Holiday Classics

A helpful guide so you can mark your calendar and set your DVR.

Suburban Holidays New Plays Festival

Quannapowitt Players of Reading hosts annual fundraiser featuring nine holiday plays written by New England playwrights.

Reading Memorial High School Drama Fall Production of Urinetown

RMHS Drama Presents Urinetown the Musical

Australian Performer to Sing at Reading Church

Recording artist Jade J will perform religious music from her album “Stories Untold” at Sunday morning service.

Meet the Artist Behind Art on Tour at The Hitching Post

PJ Szufnarowski of Art on Tour

Free Singing Workshop

Friday, September 26th 7:00 pm St. Theresa's Parish 63 Winter St., North Reading

LIVEWIRES PRESENTS: Haunted History of New England

Presented by historian Christopher Daley 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 21st at the Pleasant Street Center, 49 Pleasant Street, Reading

Tall Ships Planning Return to Boston in 3 Years

Sail Boston 2017 is already in the works, when more than 50 tall ships are expected in Boston Harbor.

Chamber of Commerce Presents Howie Carr

The best-selling author and newspaper columnist will be at Jordan’s Furniture IMAX Theater on Wednesday.

Organ Finds a Second Life at Reading Church

A dedication ceremony will take place at the 10 a.m. service on Sunday, Sept. 14.

'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire' Auditions in Boston Sept. 8

Casting will be held at Cure Lounge.

Reading Organization to Screen Documentary About Drug Addiction

“The Hungry Heart” will be shown after a Reading Coalition Against Substance Abuse meeting.

Reading Symphony Orchestra - Join the Tradition

The RSO has currently has openings for strings, bassoon, trombones, harp, and percussion

Ethel Merman's Broadway Will Light up Stoneham Theatre

The one-woman musical celebrating the late theatre legend will be presented at Stoneham Theatre from Aug. 21-24.

This Weird-Looking Trampoline Frame is Free, and Local!

Can someone tell us how this is used for a trampoline?

'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes': Trailer + Review

Cinema Siren says: Spectacular Simians should make Dawn the brightest of summer blockbusters.

'How to Train Your Dragon 2': Review and Director Interview

Cinema Siren gives it 5 stars, saying it's fierier than the first, with twice the dragons.

Two Reading Students Join the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra

Students from Reading join the orchestra to play Wagner and more.

New Works From Reading Art Members

The Reading Art Association recently updated its gallery.

Criminal Hearts Hits Stage in Reading

Catch one of the seven performances, which start May 16.

Disney's Bears: Funny, Fascinating and Rated G

"Bears," in theaters April 18, combines beautiful footage with a style and story accessible to children, making it a success for the whole family.

'Heaven is for Real' in Theaters Now

Get ready to see the real-life story about a boy who says he went to Heaven. Sponsored by Sony.

'Rio 2' TRAILER/REVIEW: This Superior Sequel Soars

'Rio 2' opens in movie theaters this weekend.

TRAILER + REVIEW: 'Captain America' Oh Beautiful!

Film debuts in theaters this weekend; rated PG-13.

'Bad Words' Offers 'Cinematic Catharsis,' Plus an Interview with Jason Bateman

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: In 'Noah,' Aronofsky Builds a Vessel of Fearless Filmmaking

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

VIDEOS + REVIEW: 'Muppets Most Wanted' Is Furry Fun

The Muppets are back! Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: Wes Anderson's 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'

Cinema Siren gives the film five stars.