Name: From Source to Sea: Reading's Impact on the Ipswich River
Start: 2026-09-17T18:00:00-04:00
Location: Reading Public Library

Reading Public Library

Join us for a lively discussion about the vital role that Reading has played in protecting the Ipswich River and what we can do today.

Local Event: From Source to Sea: Reading's Impact on the Ipswich River

Middlesex County

Chris Rhatigan 

Boston Metropolitan Area

Reading

Massachusetts

From Source to Sea: Reading's Impact on the...

Join us for a lively discussion about the vital role that Reading has played in protecting the Ipswich River and what we can do...

From Source to Sea: Reading's Impact on the Ipswich River

Church of the Good Shepherd

This week, the &nbsp;Bargain Box thrift store is open on Friday, Sept. 4, from 10-3 and Saturday, Sept. 5, from 10-1. &nbsp;Located downstairs at Church of the Good Shepherd, 95 Woburn Street in Reading. The Bargain Box is jam packed with household goods, seasonal decorations, clothing ($10 to fill a bag!), jewelry &amp; toys &amp; kids’ books galore. Our parishioners, neighbors &amp; customers donate wonderful items to benefit the church, outreach programs as well as local &amp; global charities.&nbsp;This month’s charity is the North Reading Food Pantry. Bring us your treasures &amp; find new ones here.&nbsp;You’ll be glad you came!

Local Event: The Bargain Box Thrift Store!

The Bargain Box Thrift Store!

This week, the  Bargain Box thrift store is open on Friday, Sept. 4, from 10-3 and Saturday, Sept. 5, from 10-1.  Located...

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Community Covenant Church is excited to host our next Peabody Community Market on Sun. Sept. 6th from 3 to 6 p.m.
Shop from local craft and food vendors. Get dinner and dessert at the food trucks. Sept. 6th is #ReadABookDay so come and sign up for a library card with the Peabody Library (and Noble Net). We'll have some free books available as well while supplies last. 
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Local Event: 2026 Peabody Community Market

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2026 Peabody Community Market

Community Covenant Church is excited to host our next Peabody Community Market on Sun. Sept. 6th from 3 to 6 p.m.
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Last chance to join RCS&nbsp;this season! The music's been selected, and we’ve already had our First 2 amazing Rehearsals, but&nbsp;Reading Community Singers have just&nbsp;ONE&nbsp;More chance for you to sing with us for our Holiday season, on September 8. New and Returning Singers are welcome with open arms!
Sign-In starts at 6:45 PM, with Rehearsal to follow at 7:30. Try RCS out for FREE at this last OPEN rehearsal before joining! 
All Rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 PM at Old South United Methodist Church, 6 Salem St., Reading MA.
While RCS does NOT require Auditions, our Members must love to sing, be able to match pitch and carry a tune, and be committed to attending rehearsals. We’re open to ALL ages and backgrounds – from 18 years to Senior Citizens. Even if you haven’t sung in years, what better way to get back into it, than by adding your voice to more than 60 other singers? Founded in 1919, RCS is one of the longest running non-audition choruses in the United States.
Our Concert “Holiday Dreams” will be presented Saturday evening, December 5 at Reading Memorial High School, with Beth Mosier ~ Artistic Director, and Joe Beninati ~ Accompanist, and a full band. The inspiring music for this concert features many Favorite Classics and Broadway-Inspired Holiday Songs that you're sure to recognize. 
Join RCS this Holiday season to have a wonderful time singing and making new friends. For further info, please visit our website <a href="https://readingcommunitysingers.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ReadingCommunitySingers.org</a>, find us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReadingCommunitySingers" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Facebook</a>, or contact us at <a href="mailto:info@ReadingCommunitySingers.org">info@ReadingCommunitySingers.org</a>. Online registration is now open!

Local Event: Reading Community Singers ~ ONE More OPEN Rehearsals ~ Come Join Us!

Reading Community Singers ~ ONE More OPEN...

Last chance to join RCS this season!  The music's been selected, and we’ve already had our First 2 amazing Rehearsals,...

Reading Community Singers ~ ONE More OPEN Rehearsals ~ Come Join Us!

First Congregational Church

On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 the Reading Art Association will host a painting demonstration by Steve Greco. Steve will demonstrate his technique of painting wildlife using acrylics.
The meeting will be held in Guild Hall, First Congregational Church (middle side door), Sanborn Street, Reading, Wednesday September 9, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Steve is wildlife artists and a naturalist. Steve's wildlife paintings are truly exceptional. You can see some of Steve's work at his web site, <a href="https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/steve-greco.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">fineartamerica.com/profiles/steve-greco.html</a>
More information about Steve and this demonstration is available on the RAA website.
<a href="https://www.readingart.org/sep2026demo.shtml" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">readingart.org/sep2026demo.shtml</a>

Local Event: Reading Art Association September Painting Demonstration

Reading Art Association September Painting...

On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 the Reading Art Association will host a painting demonstration by Steve Greco. Steve will...

Reading Art Association September Painting Demonstration

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Experience an electrifying evening with legendary pianist Pablo Ziegler—Astor Piazzolla’s acclaimed arranger &amp; longtime collaborator. Joined by strings and winds, Ziegler brings the passion, pulse, &amp; brilliance of Argentine tango vividly to life!

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Reading Woods Condominium Yard Sale Saturday, Sept 19 9:30-11:30 am 55 Jacob Way. Rain date: Sept. 20

Local Event: Reading Woods Community Yard Sale & Craft Fair

Reading Woods Community Yard Sale & Craft Fair

Reading Woods Condominium Yard Sale Saturday, Sept 19 9:30-11:30 am 55 Jacob Way. Rain date: Sept. 20

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On Sunday, September 20th, Sudbury will host our third inaugural <a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride</a>.&nbsp;Our ride is a 1-mile loop that riders may enjoy as long as they would like. The one mile course is entirely paved and loops through the beautiful residential neighborhoods of historic Sudbury. Parents are welcome to ride with their children but it is not required. If a parent chooses to accompany their child on the bike, we ask that they register as volunteers.&nbsp;
Many kids choose to ride the loop 3-6-12 or even 15 times. We encourage riders to participate as long as they would like. We will have special badges for riders who accomplish 5-8-12 and 15 miles, too! Please indicate at registration an estimate of your rider's total distance (this will help us for event organization).&nbsp;There is also an enclosed parking lot loop all starting from Curtis Middle School in Sudbury, MA. (Adults may opt to register as volunteers if they would like to ride with the kids). Before the ride there will be music and bike decorating; during the ride and following there will be an Ice-Cream Truck, Food Truck, Coffee Truck, huge bouncy castle, lawn games, music and more. All registered riders will get a free ice cream from our friends at Trombetta’s Farm Ice Cream. Registration takes place from 8:30am-9:45am. The ride is from 10:00am-11:30am, and food and games will be available from 10:00am - 1:00pm.
“The Pan-Mass Challenge is a Massachusetts-based bike-a-thon that raises more money for charity than any other single athletic fundraising event in the country. Always held the first weekend in August, the PMC raises funds for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a world leader in adult and pediatric cancer treatment and research. Each summer, thousands of riders and volunteers from 43 states and 12 countries participate in the PMC, all with a common goal: to find a cure for cancer.
100 percent of all rider-raised funds go directly to cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund. The PMC is Dana-Farber’s single largest supporter and is 62 percent of the Jimmy Fund’s annual revenue. Since 1980, the PMC has raised $972 million for Dana-Farber.”
The Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride empowers young participants to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying a fun activity. By offering multiple course options, every child will have the opportunity to participate and make a difference - regardless of age or ability. Each ride distance is carefully planned to be safe and enjoyable, with designated routes through historic Sudbury neighborhoods that are well-marked and closely monitored by volunteers. For the youngest participants, the tot lot loop provides a secure environment where kids can ride in a contained area - strollers, scooters, tricycles are ALL welcome!
Beyond the joy of bike riding, the Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride serves as a powerful educational experience for children, teaching them about the impact of collective efforts in fighting cancer. As they pedal for a purpose, they learn about empathy, community involvement, and the importance of supporting breakthroughs in treatment and cures at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. This event not only raises crucial funds for cancer research but also instills valuable life lessons in the young riders; collectively we all pedal towards a more cancer-free future. As with all PMC rides, every penny donated goes directly to cancer treatment and research at Dana-Farber.
Please join us on September 20th, 2026, for the <a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride</a>. We are also looking for volunteers of ALL ages to help us host an impactful and safe event. If you would prefer to contribute from a distance, you can donate to the ride by clicking the link below.
If you have any questions, please email the event organizer Tyler Steffey at <a href="mailto:tylersteffey@gmail.com" target="_blank">tylersteffey@gmail.com</a>.
<a href="https://kids.pmc.org/sudbury" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register to RIDE here</a>
<a href="https://secure.kids.pmc.org/Volunteer" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register to VOLUNTEER here</a>
<a href="https://donate.kids.pmc.org/Sudbury/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Donate to the Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride here</a>

Local Event: Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!)

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Sudbury PMC Kids Ride (all riders welcome!)

On Sunday, September 20th, Sudbury will host our third inaugural Sudbury PMC Kids Bike Ride. Our ride is a 1-mile loop that...

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Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is an independent Catholic prep school rooted in the Augustinian tradition. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, Austin Prep has cultivated a close-knit learning community since its founding in 1961. Guided by its mission to inspire hearts to unite, minds to inquire, and hands to serve, the school challenges students through a rigorous college preparatory program that includes honors and Advanced Placement courses, personalized instruction, and intentionally small classes. An Austin Prep education is preparation for the journey of life. Beyond academics, the school’s unwritten curriculum – the lived expression of veritas, unitas, and caritas (truth, unity, and love) – forms the heart of its mission. “At Austin Prep, we are on a journey that is life-changing and important,” says Head of School James Hickey, Ph.D. “Our patron, St. Augustine, embarked on a journey for the truth. At our core is an institution on the same journey, committed to exemplary teaching and learning.” Serving grades 6–12 under one roof allows this leading prep school to guide students through every stage of development—academic, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual. Community stands at the center of this experience, nurturing belonging and inspiring students to lead lives of purpose. Austin Prep athletics teams, competing in the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC), are recognized among the best north of Boston, reflecting the same drive and integrity found in the classroom. Nearly every graduate continues on to a four-year college, prepared not only for success in higher education but for a meaningful life shaped by faith, friendship, and service.

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