Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: SHOCKTOBERFESTWhere/when: Reading Memorial High School, Saturday at 6:30 p.m. Why go: Pay only $5 for the 4th Annual Shocktoberfest. Over 50 drama club students created a Haunted House, not suitable for children. MARTIN'S POND HAUNTED CHILDREN'S PLAYGROUNDWhere/when: Clarke Park, Saturday at 5:30 p.m.Why go: Enjoy games, a costume parade, food, a magic show, free scavenger hunt and haunted tour. The cost is $5 and there is a free shuttle bus that runs from the Stop & Shop parking lot to the park.  CHIP EVENTWhere/when: North …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas—check our Events calendar for a full listing of what's happening: Wine Tasting & Gift Basket Giveaway Where/when: Busa Wine & Spirits, Friday from 4-7 p.m. Why go: Come in for a complimentary tasting of and enter to win a Fat Bastard gift basket. Winner will be announced at the tasting. Basket includes; 2 bottle stoppers, 2 wine glasses, a wine key a t-shirt and hat—you just need to provide the wine. For the eighth consecutive year, consumers can purchase Fat bastard wines to help raise awareness and critical funds for the breast …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: BURBANK YMCA COSTUME SWAPWhere/when: Burbank YMCA, Friday at 6 p.m. Why go: Pay $10 and swap your old Halloween costume for a new one. LORI MCKENNA AT IVY CHORD COFFEE HOUSE Where/when: Unitarian Universalist Church of Reading, Saturday at 8 p.m.Why go: Listen to Lori McKenna and enjoy scones and beverages. Doors open at 7:15 p.m., there is open seating. The concert starts at 8:00 p.m. The cost is $22 for general admission and $20 for Seniors and students. WINE TASTINGWhere/when: Busa Wine & Spirits, Friday at 4 p.m.  Why go: …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: KIDS DAY Where/when: Ipswich River Park, Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Why go: Enjoy free food, a DJ, inflatable rides, pony rides and more. TRUCK DAYWhere/when: 400 Riverpark Dr, North Reading, Saturday at 9 a.m.Why go: Give your child a fun-filled day and make a difference in the lives of homeless children at the same time. The donation fee for admission is $5. There will be a nut-free bake sale, raffle, truck-themed activities, train rides and more. WINE TASTINGWhere/when: Busa Wine & Spirits, Friday at 4 p.m.  Why go: Sample…

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: NORTH READING APPLE FESTIVALWhere/when: Grounds of the Rev. Daniel Putnam House, 27 Bow St., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Why go: Enjoy the food and vendors, entertainment and more. RYER'S 100TH ANNIVERSARY PARTYWhere/when: Ryer's parking lot, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Why go: Stop by to celebrate the 100th anniversary, enjoy food and drink and draw your way into Ryer's history by designing a 4"x4" ceramic tile that will be used in the store. BURBANK YMCA ZUMBATHONWhere/when: Edith A. O'Leary Senior Center, Saturday at 9 a…

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: READING FALL STREET FAIREWhere/when: Downtown, Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Why go: Enjoy the food and vendors, antique car show, dog show, entertainment and more. DUNKIN' DONUTS JOB FAIRWhere/when: Dunkin Donuts on Main St. North Reading, Friday at noonWhy go: Stop by Dunkin' Donuts for a job fair and complete an application. WINE TASTINGWhere/when: Busa Wine & Spirits, Friday at 4 p.m.  Why go: Sample a variety of wines. OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODSWhere/when: Quannapowitt Players, Friday at 8 p.m.  Why go: Watch a comedy …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: LIVE MUSIC Where/when: Great American Tavern, Friday/Saturday at 9 p.m. Why go: Enjoy dinner and live music by The Siracusa Project on Friday night and Dave Macklin Band on Saturday. CREATIVE ARTS PLAY Where/when: Union Congregational Church, Friday at 6:00 p.m. Why go: Attend a silly comedy titled "All I Really Need to Know I Learned by Being in a Bad Play" performed by the talented students of Creative Arts. ICE CREAM SUNDAE PARTY Where/when: Celebration Kingdom, Friday at 5 p.m.Why go: Drop off the kids for an ice cream sundae …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: NORTH READING PAPA GINO'S PIZZA FUN DAY Where/when: Papa Gino's, Saturday at noonWhy go: Enjoy a Guest Appreciation Day. Play free games, win food and take pictures with their mascot Pizza Slice. Large cheese pizzas are half price from noon to 5 p.m. Promo pizza price valid only for dine in or carry out. A NIGHT OUT ON BROADWAY Where/when: Union Congregational Church, Friday at 6:30 p.m. Why go: Attend "A Night On Broadway," a musical review that is the culmination of the Rising Stars Broadway Camp. The show will include songs …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: ICE CREAM SUNDAE PARTY Where/when: Celebration Kingdom, Friday at 5 p.m.Why go: Drop off the kids for an ice cream sundae and bouncing fun for two hours. LIVE MUSIC Where/when: Great American Tavern, Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m. Why go: Enjoy dinner and live music by Double Shot on Friday night and Keep it Read on Saturday. MODERN VINYASA YOGA WITH SANDY Where/when: AMT Soul Studio Massage & Yoga, Friday at 9 a.m. Why go: Enjoy a vigorous yoga class to get in shape.  BRASS AND ORGAN CONCERT Where/when: Old South United Methodist …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: READING RECREATION CONCERT ON THE COMMON Where/when: Reading Town Hall, Sunday at 6:30 p.m.Why go: Enjoy live music by Talk To The Hand, a female a cappella quartet. They sing old and new pop, rock and country hits. LIVE MUSIC Where/when: Great American Tavern, Saturday at 9 p.m. Why go: Enjoy dinner and live music by The Groove Cats'. MODERN VINYASA YOGA WITH SANDY Where/when: AMT Soul Studio Massage & Yoga, Friday at 9 a.m. Why go: Enjoy a vigorous yoga class to get in shape.  SCAVENGER HUNT Where/when: Lake Quannapowitt, …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: 15TH ANNUAL CHILDREN'S FISHING DERBY Where/when: Clarke Park, Saturday at 8 a.m.Why go: Fish in Martin's Pond from 8 to 11 a.m. The event is sponsored by the Wildside Bass Club and Martin's Pond Association. JULY BIRTHDAY BASH Where/when: Great American Tavern, Saturday at 9 p.m. Why go: Enjoy dinner and a party at Great American Tavern. BLOOD DRIVE Where/when: Unitarian Universalist Church of Reading, Friday at 10 a.m. Why go: Donate blood and receive a coupon for free ice cream from Friendly's.  YARD SALES Where/when: Throughout…

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: FUN PADDLE ON IPSWICH RIVER Where/when: Ipswich River Park, Saturday, All dayWhy go: Bring your own boat and snacks and enjoy the trip. Pre-registration is required. Please contact Cynthia at cingelfinger@ipswichriver.org or call 978-412-8200. LIVE MUSIC Where/when: Great American Tavern, Friday and Saturday at 9 p.m. Why go: Listen to live music by Classic Trax on Friday and The Shotz on Saturday. HALF DAY MEDITATION RETREAT Where/when: Buddhist Meditation Group @ UUCR, 239 Woburn St, Reading, MA, Saturday at 9 a.m.  Why go: The …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: KRISTIN M. CALLAHAN FOUNDATION FOURTH ANNUAL BBQ Where/when: Ipswich River Park, Saturday, noonWhy go: Socialize, raise awareness for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and enjoy music, games and the BBQ. Entry is $30 per person, but kids are free.  SECOND ANNUAL PMC KIDS RIDE Where/when: Wood End Elementary School, Sunday at 10 a.m.Why go: The PMC Reading Kids Ride raises money for the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Join with a team or a join a team that is already signed up. There will be music, activities and refreshments after the …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: READING FRIENDS AND FAMILY DAY Where/when: Birch Meadow Athletic Complex, Saturday, 11 a.m.Why go: The Reading Lions Club’s 9th Annual Reading Friends and Family Day will feature activities, food, give-aways, entertainment, FORR Kids Fun Run in the morning and then fireworks at night from 7 to 9 p.m.  NORTH READING BASEBALL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME Where/when: North Reading is playing Mt. Everett at Fitton Field in Worcester, Saturday at 3:30 p.m. Why go: You can go to cheer on the Hornets, or simply check in with us for our live blog to…

After a cloudy week of rain, there are a lot of opportunities to get out of the house this weekend. Here are five things you can do in Reading and North Reading: Green Eggs and Ham Brunch Where/when: Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 235 Park St., North Reading, 10 a.m.Why go: There will be a full brunch with green eggs and ham – plus a reading of the book and a visit from the Cat in the Hat. It is $7 for children (10 and under), $10 for adults and a $40 family maximum. Go for a run Where/when: Memorial Park, 64 Salem St., Reading, 7 a.m.Why go: It was National Running Day earlier this week…

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: NORTH READING FAMILY FUN DAY (This event was cancelled due to rain in the forecast) Where/when: Ipswich River Park, Saturday, 11 a.m.Why go: The event will be near the gazebo and will feature free food, inflatable rides, pony rides, face painting and more.  BAKE SALE TO BENEFIT THE JIMMY FUND Where/when: Coolidge Middle School Park, Sunday 12 p.m.Why go: Visit the bake sale to buy some sweets, and all proceeeds will benefit the Jimmy Fund. The booth is sponsored by Cub Scout Pack 728. THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK Where/when: …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: PLANT SWAP AND SALE Where/when: First Congregational Church of Reading, Saturday, 8 a.m.Why go: Stop by Sanborn Street by the Office entry to First Congregational Church of Reading, between 8 and 11 a.m. if you have indoor or outdoor plants to swap. You can buy plants if you don't have any to swap. Proceeds will go to the Kitchen Fund for the church. MOVING ESTATE SALE Where/when: 37 Kings Row, North Reading, MA, Saturday 8 a.m.Why go: Chairs, tables, glassware, mirrors, pictures, games, collectibles and more will be on sale. THE …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: READING LIONS CLUB ANNUAL JOURNEY FOR SIGHT 5K ROAD RACE/1 MILE WALK Where/when: Burbank Ice Arena, Saturday, 9 a.m.Why go: This 5K road race/1 mile walk to raise money for Mass Lions Eye Research Fund. The top 3 male and female runners will win a cash prize. PAWS 4 A CURE T-SHIRT SALE AND PET NAIL TRIMMING SALE Where/when: Sassy Paws Pet Styles, Sunday 1 p.m.Why go: Stop by and purchase your Paws 4 A Cure walk t-shirt and get your pet's nails trimmed for $5. The proceeds of the nail trimmings will be donated to their Paws 4 A …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: FRIENDS OF READING RECREATION AND REI BIKE CLINIC Where/when: Memorial Park, Saturday 9 a.m.Why go: Get your bike in shape for the summer. A bike technician from REI will be on hand at Memorial Park to host a bike clinic for Reading residents. Bring one bike per person. The last sign in time is at 10:30 a.m. GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION Where/when: IM Wireless Verizon Wireless Authorized Retailer, North Reading, Friday, 11 a.m.Why go: Attend the grand opening celebration for a chance to win a free Motorola Droid, Motorola Tablet or …

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: AMADEUSWhere/when: Reading Memorial High School, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. or Sunday at 3 p.m.Why go: RMHS Proudly presents the production of Amadeus. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for seniors and students and can be purchased online or at the RMHS box office. NORTH READING COMMUNITY CHORALEWhere/when: Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Friday at 7:30 p.m.Why go: Listen to an evening of music from the three M's: Mozart, McCartney and Mercury. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door and $10 for students and seniors…