Friday, January 18, 2013
A chocolate tasting, family ice skating and more to do this weekend.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: FOR THE LOVE OF CHOCOLATE TASTING Where/when: The Chocolate Truffle, Saturday at 3 p.m. Why go: Enjoy a chocolate tasting and learn about how chocolate is made. Space is limited so reserve your spot today by calling 781-944-7155. FAMILY ICE SKATING Where/when: Burbank Ice Arena, Sunday at 6 p.m. Why go: Have fun skating at the Burbank Arena. The cost is $5 for adults and $4 for children. Skate Rentals are $4. MICROCHIP YOUR PET EVENT Where/when: North Reading Subaru, Saturday at 10 a.m. Why go: Adopt a cat or get a micro-chip for your pet. Harbor Vets is donating their time to do the micro-chipping for $20. Leash Love will offer nail trimming for $5. ADULT RUNNING INTEREST …
Friday, January 11, 2013
Beer tasting, family ice skating and more to do this weekend.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: CRAFT BEER TASTING Where/when: Busa Wine & Spirits, Friday at 4 p.m. Why go: Taste some craft beers and find your favorite.. FAMILY ICE SKATING Where/when: Burbank Ice Arena, Sunday at 6 p.m. Why go: Have fun skating at the Burbank Arena. The cost is $5 for adults and $4 for children. Skate Rentals are $4. COFFEE HOUSE Where/when: Saint Agnes Catholic Church, Saturday at 6 p.m. Why go: Everyone is welcome to enjoy coffee and performances. The event is free, but they will be collecting donations for the Mission of Deeds. If you are interested in bringing food, performing, or helping out email Meagan_Jamieson@student.uml.edu. DAVID ROTH IN CONCERT Where/when: Old South United…
Friday, January 4, 2013
Dads and donuts, family ice skating and more to do this weekend.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: DADS AND DONUTS Where/when: Flint Memorial Library, Saturday at 10 a.m. Why go: Enjoy story time and sweet treats at the library. Mothers and other caregivers are also welcome. FAMILY ICE SKATING Where/when: Burbank Ice Arena, Sunday at 6 p.m. Why go: Have fun skating at the Burbank Arena. The cost is $5 for adults and $4 for children. Skate Rentals are $4. GAME NIGHT Where/when: Recreation Center at Ipswich River Park, Friday at 6 p.m. Why go: Drop your elementary age kids off for an evening of fun games and lego play. The cost is $8 per person and a snack and drink are included. Call 978-664-6016 or log onto www.northreadingma.gov to register. ADULT RUNNING INTEREST GROUP…
Friday, December 21, 2012
Breakfast with Santa, a blood drive, local shopping and more to do this weekend.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: SANTA CLAUS AT THE CENTRE CAFE Where/when: The Centre Cafe, Saturday at 9 a.m. Why go: Enjoy breakfast and see Santa at the Centre Cafe. BLOOD DRIVE Where/when: North Reading Moose Lodge, Saturday at 9 a.m. Why go: Donate blood and save lives. Donors receive a coupon for a free appetizer or dessert at Chili's. SHOP LOCAL Where/when: Local stores in Reading and North Reading, all weekend Why go: Finish your holiday shopping using our gift guides and shop local. Here are some ideas for parents, significant other and things to buy at the last minute. ADULT RUNNING INTEREST GROUP Where/when: Memorial Park, Saturday at 7 a.m. Why go: Join other residents for a recreational …
Friday, December 14, 2012
Meet author Gish Jen, try Ty Ku, enjoy Zoo Lights and more to do this weekend.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: MEET AUTHOR GISH JEN Where/when: Reading Public Library, Friday at 7:30 p.m. Why go: Meet accomplished author, Gish Jen. She will discuss her work, answer questions and sign books. TY KU TASTING Where/when: Busa Wine & Spirits, Saturday at 5 p.m. Why go: Enjoy a sample of popular Ty Ku products or buy a TyKu Black Bottle gift set that includes a bottle of TyKu Black, a sake glass and a pair of chopsticks for 18.99. The Ty Ku Black Label is a super premium Junmai Ginjo sake. MISSION OF DEEDS LINEN DRIVE Where/when: Mission of Deeds, Saturday at 9 a.m. Why go: Donate new or used blankets, bed sheets, comforters, mattress pads, towels/face cloths, dish cloths, crib linens …
Friday, December 7, 2012
Breakfast with Santa, craft fairs and more to do this weekend.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: SANTA CLAUS BREAKFAST Where/when: North Reading Masonic Lodge, Saturday at 8 a.m. Why go: Enjoy breakfast with Santa for $5 a person. Photos with Santa are $10 per person. RMHS DICKENS HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE AND CRAFT FAIR Where/when: Reading Memorial High School, Saturday at 10 a.m. Why go: Enjoy shopping at the old-fashioned craft fair with 50 vendors, food, and entertainment throughout the day. CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR Where/when: Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Friday at 6 p.m. Why go: Enjoy a spaghetti dinner and then do some holiday shopping. A variety of crafts, baked goods and prepared food, jewelry, Pampered Chef, knitted and crocheted items, handbags, and more will …
Friday, November 30, 2012
The Super Bowl, Frosty's Fair, Festival of Trees and more to do this weekend.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: SUPER BOWL Where/when: Bentley University, Saturday at 2 p.m. Why go: Cheer on the Rockets while they play Mansfield in the Super Bowl. Patch will be blogging live from the game. Check in with us for up to the minute details. Go Rockets! FROSTY'S FAIR Where/when: Union Congregational Church, Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 9 a.m. Why go: Enjoy shopping, pictures with Santa, games and food. HOLIDAY SHOPPING BABYSITTING NIGHT Where/when: Recreation Center at Ipswich River Park, Friday at 5:30 to 9 p.m. Why go: FONRPRC, Inc is hosting a Holiday Shopping Babysitting night for parents to shop without the kids. The cost is $20 per child or $30 for a family maximum of three …
Friday, November 16, 2012
Footloose, the We Are Lights Festival and more to do this weekend.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: WE ARE LIGHTS Where/when: Unitarian Universalist Church of Reading, Friday at 7 p.m. Why go: Start of your holiday season by watching kids in grades three to eight, sing, dance and act. FOOTLOOSE Where/when: Reading Memorial High School, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Why go: Watch the Reading Memorial High School drama club perform Footloose. BURBANK YMCA 5K Where/when: Church St., Wakefield, Saturday at 9 a.m. Why go: Participate in the 23rd Annual 5K Classic to benefit the Annual Campaign. The Annual Campaign raises money locally to help members in the communities of Reading, Stoneham, North Reading, Wilmington and Wakefield that are in need. The cost is $15. RMHS …
Friday, November 9, 2012
Veterans Day celebrations, Footloose and more are on tap this weekend.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: VETERANS DAY CEREMONIES Where/when: Both Reading and North Reading Town Common, Sunday at 11 a.m. Why go: Celebrate Veterans Day in either town. FOOTLOOSE Where/when: Reading Memorial High School, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Why go: Watch the Reading Memorial High School drama club perform Footloose. HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME Where/when: Arthur J. Kenney Field, Friday at 6:30 p.m. Why go: Cheer on the Hornets at their Homecoming football game. KRIS KRINGLE FAIR Where/when: Unitarian Universalist Church of Reading, Saturday at 9 a.m. Why go: Get started on your holiday shopping at the holiday fair. MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCE Where/when: North Reading Masonic Lodge, Friday at…
Friday, November 2, 2012
The North Reading School District Groundbreaking, Fall-iday Fair and more are on tap this weekend.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: NORTH READING SCHOOL DISTRICT GROUNDBREAKING Where/when: North Reading Middle School, Saturday at 10 a.m. Why go: Attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the new middle/high school and enjoy free cider and donuts after the presentation. FALL WINE FESTIVAL Where/when: Busa Wine & Spirits, Saturday at 4 p.m. Why go: Sip wine, snack and get a good deal on wines that will be specially priced for the event. LETTICE AND LOVAGE Where/when: North Reading High School, Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. Why go: Enjoy the play Lettice and Lovage performed by the NRHS Masquers. FALL-IDAY FAIR Where/when: 95 Woburn St, Reading, Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 9 a.m. Why go: Church of the …
