There are so many things to do in Berks County!
Peruse upcoming events and submit your own events to the calendar (free!) by clicking ‘submit an event’ on this page. The BCTV Community Calendar is intended for events in Berks County. All submissions are reviewed and if approved are visible on the calendar within one business day. Questions? Email bctv@bctv.org
Wild Kratts®: Creature Power®! is an interactive exhibit based on the popular PBS Kids series hosted at the The Reading Public Museum in the Second Floor Temporary Galleries. In Wild Kratts®: Creature Power®!, visitors will explore four animal habitats including the Tropical Rainforest, The Antarctic, an Australian Outback Desert, and your very own neighborhood! Kids […]
Wild Kratts®: Ocean Adventure® is an interactive exhibit based on the popular PBS Kids series hosted at the The Reading Public Museum in the Second Floor Temporary Galleries. In Wild Kratts®: Ocean Adventure®, visitors can explore the seashore and investigate a miniaturize in a tidal pool, crawl through an anemone, and hunt for lunch like […]
Join us at the Reading Science Center for our Heart Health Saturday Investigation Station! Investigation Station is a hands-on activity FREE with admission on Saturdays and runs sessions from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This February we will have hands-on activities to learn more about this vital organ. We will also have 2 special edition […]
Join Parks staff as we get out on the Union Canal Trail to enjoy an hour-long brisk walk with likeminded friends. Getting moving this time of the year can be tough, but studies show that outdoor time is just as important in winter as the warmer months of the year. Just a few minutes of […]
Spring is on the horizon, and with it the rebirth of our verdant natural ecosystem. It's the perfect time to reconnect with nature and track the changing of the seasons with the return of native plant- and wildlife. Fortunately, in today's technologic world, there are a multitude of apps, conveniently available for your mobile device, […]
On Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 1:30 p.m., the Dreibelbis Farm Historical Society will host a presentation of Pennsylvania German ice harvesting. The demonstration will include a demonstration of antique ice harvesting tools and (weather permitting) cutting and harvesting ice blocks from the ice pond. We’ll explain how ice was hauled to and loaded in […]
Led by one of the Berks Nature's talented educators, guided family hikes will rotate through themes and Angelica Creek Park's trails all summer!
Get wrapped up in a trail tale and discover plants and animal friends in our parks. This toddler-age program focuses on a nature topic each month partnered with a story and a craft. Special guests and visitors may make an appearance to join us in the fun! Geared towards children ages 3-5.
Join us for the 2nd Annual Black Excellence Soiree Theme: Bridging the Gap: Intergenerational Dialogue & Collaboration Hosted by: Bring The Change Date: Saturday February 15, 2024 Time: 5-8 PM Location: Alvernia University - Francis Hall Atrium          400 St. Bernardine Street,        […]
Join us for the 2nd Annual Black Excellence Soiree Theme: Bridging the Gap: Intergenerational Dialogue & Collaboration Hosted by: Bring The Change Date: Saturday February 15, 2024 Time: 5-8 PM Location:  Alvernia University - Francis Hall Atrium          400 St. Bernardine Street,         […]
Sew the seeds of spring in your very own Amish-made, solid wood tote! As you paint and stencil your tote in a fashion that suits your unique taste, you'll also learn about the importance of healthy soil and the ripe conditions for starting seeds. This is the craft that will keep on giving, as your […]
Register online at berksyouthchorus.org/thula-sizwe to secure your spot! Tickets may be purchased at the door, as capacity permits. The sounds of South Africa's indigenous peoples, right here in Berks County! This event begins with a workshop (eligible for Act 48 credits) for music educators, followed by a community sing for students and adult choristers. Come join your […]
Look up at the sky for birds with one of our Berks Nature educators! Learn about our feathered friends during this hands-on program where you will use natural materials to make a bird's nest. In addition, prepare a pine cone bird feeder to attract incoming migrant birds as they pass through the area.
