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There are so many things to do in Berks County!

There are so many things to do in Berks County!

Peruse upcoming events here, and submit your own events to the calendar for free by clicking ‘submit an event’ on this page.  All event submissions are reviewed by our team and if approved are typically visible on the calendar within 24 hours.

Natural Histories: 400 Years of Scientific Illustration

Reading Public Museum

Illustration has played an integral role in scientific discovery for centuries. Images were created in pursuit of scientific knowledge and to accompany important scientific works in disciplines ranging from astronomy to zoology. Travel back in time as you explore 40 striking scientific illustrations spanning five centuries and try your hand at scientific illustration in Natural […]

Berks Street Art Festival: Kindness & Creativity

Reading Muhlenberg Career and Technology Center

The Berks Street Art Festival: Kindness and Creativity is on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, rain date Saturday, May 11th, 10 am to 2 pm. An outdoor event held at the Reading Muhlenberg Career & Technology Center campus at 2615 Warren Rd, Reading, PA 19604 It is a safe, non-judgmental day of inclusion and fun for […]

Science Facts in Fiction at The Neag Planetarium

Neag Planetarium of the Reading Public Museum

Join Reading Public Museum Educators and the S.P.A.R.K.S Foundation for a day of learning inspired by a world of space in a galaxy far, far away. During this Remake Learning Day, Attendees can make crafts and projects while also engaging in fun experiments and activities. Snacks and drinks will also be provided. Registrations for this […]

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Wildflower Walk at the Dreibelbis Historic Farm in Virginville

Dreibelbis Historic Farm at Virginville

On Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:30 PM the Dreibelbis Farm Historical Society will host a Spring Wildflower Walk at the Historic Dreibelbis Farm in Virginville.  Dozens of varieties of wildflowers, many of which bloom for short periods are appearing in spring meadows, wetlands, and forests   Visitors may find plants like bloodroot, wild ginger, Hepatica, […]

Prospectus Berco Open House

Prospectus Berco

Prospectus Berco to Hold Open House Services Beyond High School Reading, PA— April 22, 2023 — Prospectus Berco is hosting an Open House on May 9th at 5 p.m. This is a great opportunity for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Autism to learn about services beyond high school. We encourage family members to […]

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Knights and Princesses Brunch

Reading Public Museum

Hear ye! Hear ye! In honor of RPM’s featured summer exhibitions, all guests of the Museum realm are invited to celebrate! From 11am-1pm, both members and non-members of the RPM realm are invited to attend our Knights & Princesses Family Brunch. Children will get to meet some members of the royal court in addition to […]