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Reading Public Library - ON-GOING PROGRAMS FOR THE FAMILY
Mondays - 4:00 PM, Tuesdays - 6:30PM, Thursdays @ 3:30 PM, Saturdays - 2:00 PM. All events are free and open to the public. Monday night - Chess Club: Want to learn how to play Chess or just practice your skills? Come to chess club. Tuesday night - Movie Night: Enjoy a family film at the library. New releases, classic movies, and whole lot of fun for the family. Thursday night - Crafty Corner: Make and take a craft!. Young Adult Programs - Saturday -Come in for a great movie and snack. Visit our website for details and complete list of events.01/02 - 12/31/2008
Reading Public Library Main branch, Reading
610-655-6355
www.reading.lib.pa.us
February 9, 2008 - June 15, 2008
Reading Public Museum - HOT HOUSE: EXPLORING THE FIELD OF FIBER AT CRANBROOLE
Tues., Wed., Thurs., Sat. 11 am - 5 pm; Fri. 11 am - 8 pm, Sun. 12 noon - 5 pm. This important and visually stunning new exhibition, Hot House: Expanding the Field of Fiber at Cranbrook, features a range of work from pieces produced in the fiber medium to work produced for the textile and design. Cranbrook Academy of Art has been a hothouse environment for graduate studies in the visual arts for more than 75 years.02/09 - 06/15/08
Reading Public Museum, West Reading
610-371-5850
www.readingpublicmuseum.org
February 16, 2008 - July 6, 2008
The Reading Public Museum - THE GREATEST BIRD ARTISTS - JOHN JAMES AUDUBON AND EARL POOLE
Tues., Wed., Thurs., Sat. 11 am - 5 pm; Fri. 11 am - 8 pm, Sun. 12 noon - 5 pm, Reading Public Museum, 500 Museum Road, Reading. Adults $7, children $5, seniors $5, members free.02/16 to 07/06/2008
Reading Public Museum, West Reading
610-371-5850
www.readingpublicmuseum.org
March 18, 2008 - September 15, 2008
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center - CHRISTOPHER SAUER: COLONIAL PRINTER
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Thursday - 9:00 am - 8:00 pm, Saturday - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Sunday - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Christopher Sauer Colonial Printer and his son by the same name were the most influential printers to the German-speaking people of Colonial America. This exhibit introduces father and son and tells their story. Call for details or visit website.03/18 to 09/15/08
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, Pennsburg
215-679-3103
www.schwenkfelder.com
March 25, 2008 - May 18, 2008
The Reading Public Museum - MATISSE - JAZZ
Tues., Wed., Thurs., Sat. 11 am - 5 pm; Fri. 11 am - 8 pm, Sun. 12 noon - 5 pm. Adults $7, children $5, seniors $5, members free. Watch for details.03/25 to 05/18/2008
Reading Public Museum, West Reading
610-371-5850
www.readingpublicmuseum.org
March 25, 2008 - September 15, 2008
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center - WORK & WORKERS IN THE PERKIOMEN REGION
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Thursday - 9:00 am - 8:00 pm, Saturday - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Sunday - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Monday - Closed. By the Sweat of their Brow: Work and Workers in the Perkiomen Region, an exhibition about traditional forms of work and workers in the Perkiomen region. Using H. Winslow Fegleys extraordinary photographic record of rural work as a guide, the exhibit will feature the types of tools and equipment used for work in the home, farm and rural trades that are in the museum collections. The types of workers, including apprentices, indentured servants, and slaves will also be explored using materials from the Heritage Center archives. Many seldom or never seen obsolete objects of everyday life from the collection will be included in the exhibit.03/25 to 09/15/08
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, Pennsburg
215-679-3103
www.schwenkfelder.com
April 12, 2008 - January 5, 2009
Historical Society of Berks County - The 175th Anniversary of the Reading Railroad
Tuesday - Saturday, 9 am to 4 pm - The 175th Anniversary of the Reading Railroad, Gala Exhibit Opening Saturday, April 12, at The Historical Society of Berks County, Reading. See a fine exhibit of photos and memorabilia that make up the history of the Reading Railroad. Adults $4, Seniors $3, Children (5 to 12) $2, members free. Call the Society for further information or visit our website04/12/08 - 01/05/09
Historical Society of Berks County, Reading
610-375-4375
www.berkshistory.org
April 13, 2008 - October 14, 2008
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center - BABY LOVE - TRAUFSCHEIN AND OBJECTS OF BABYHOOD
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Thursday - 9:00 am - 8:00 pm, Saturday - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Sunday - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Monday - Closed. Baby Love: Taufschein and Objects of Babyhood. Celebrate spring with our exhibit featuring selections from the extensive Geburts- und Taufschein collection of the SLHC and baby garments, quilts, furniture, ceramics and other baby-related objects from our museum collection. These examples of Pennsylvania German babyhood from the Perkiomen region and beyond are wonderful representations of the rebirth that comes to us every year with the spring equinox.04/13 to 10/14/08
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, Pennsburg
215-679-3103
www.schwenkfelder.com
May 1, 2008 - July 3, 2008
Art Plus Gallery - NEW EXHIBITION - INNER JOURNEYS
Tuesday - Saturday - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday - 12:00 - 4:00 pm. New exhibit - Inner Journeys - Guest Artist - Vic Robbins - mixed media. Artreach Gallery - Olivet Boys & Girls Club. Watch website for updates.05/01 - 07/03/2008
Art Plus Gallery, West Reading
610-375-9122
www.artplusgallery.org
May 4, 2008 - August 24, 2008
Berks County Parks & Recreation - SUMMER CONCERT SERIES IN THE PARK
Sunday - 6 pm - 8 pm. Summer Concert Series In The Park, Grings Mill Recreation Area, Kaercher Creek Park, Hunsickers Grove. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs and a picnic supper to the park each Sunday evening. Call for entertainment schedule and location. Variety of musical styles. Free concerts.05/04 - 08/24/08
Grings Mill Recreation Area, Kaercher Creek
610-374-2944
www.countyofberks.com/parks
May 5, 2008 - August 30, 2008
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center - UPPER PERKIOMEN VALLEY BASEBALL MEMORABILIA
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Thursday - 9:00 am - 8:00 pm, Saturday - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Sunday - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Monday - Closed. Upper Perkiomen Valley Baseball Memorabilia. We feature the fantastic collection of local baseball memorabilia: photos, uniforms, baseballs, and bats for a special spring exhibition in the hallway between the Local History Gallery and the Library. On view will be some recent additions to the Heritage Center’s baseball collection.05/05 to 08/30/08
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, Pennsburg
215-679-3103
www.schwenkfelder.com
May 13, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Greater Reading Expo Center - CARNIVAL
Saturday & Sunday - 12 Noon - 11:00 PM. Visit our Carnival featuring a Wild Animal Safari with amazing rides, fun games and exciting amusements for the entire family. Also, World Pet Expo over 50 animals including Kangaroos, Eland Antelopes, Miniature Horses, rare and unusual Horn Sheep, Sally the Camel and Beulah the 10,000 LB Asian Elephant. General admission - $6.00, admission and all rides - $12.00 05/13 to 05/18Greater Reading Expo Center, Reading
610-898-9900
www.greaterreadingexpocenter.com
May 16, 2008
Berks Equine Council - PASTURE WALK AT HERON MEAD FARM
Friday - 6:00 pm to 8:00 p.m. Berks Equine Council for a Pasture Walk. Horse farm design will be featured in a pasture walk at Heron Mead Farms, 15 School Lane, Robesonia, PA 19551. The main purpose of the walk is to farm design and layout, with the goal being to maximize daily movement of the animals, minimizing labor, and keeping as much contiguous ground in pasture, while dry lots allow exercise when pastures are not in shape for use by the horses. Mena Hautau, Penn State Cooperative Extension - Berks County, will be leading the discussion.05/16/08
Heron Mead Farm, Robesonia
610-378-1327
www.berksequinecouncil.org
RODNEY CARRINGTON at the Sovereign Performing Arts Center
Friday - 7:00 pm. Rodney Carrington - For Mature Audiences Only - Rodney Carrington is an American stand-up comic and comic country musician. He was the star of the ABC television sitcom Rodney. Rodney Carrington is a frequent guest on the Bob and Tom show. His numerous albums and stand-up performances are often formatted for adult content. Ticket - $37.50.05/16/08
Sovereign Performing Arts Center, Reading
610-898-7299 or 7298
www.sovereigncenter.com
Spring Twp. Parks & Rec. - SPRINGS SAVORY SAMPLER
Friday - 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Springs Savory Sampler - Sponsored by Twp. of Spring Parks & Recreation Age: 21 years + Cost: $12.00/ person in advance; $15.00/ person at the door. Join us for a sampling of the areas finest restaurants and delis, with complimentary wine tasting from Pinnacle Ridge Winery. Live music from, singer and songwriter, Mike Noecker. To purchase tickets in advance call Spring Twp. Parks & Rec.05/16/08
Penn State Berks Janssen Conference Center, Wyomissing
610-678-5399
www.www.springtwpberks.org
The Reading Public Museums - MEET THE ARTIST LECTURE SERIES
Friday - 6:30 p.m. The Reading Public Museum - Meet the Artist lecture series will showcase Warren Seelig world-class artists in the field of fiber. Seelig, featured in the Museums current exhibit, Hot House: Expanding the Field of Fiber at Cranbrook, will discuss the history of his textile work leading up to his wall sculptures and other recent art works. Presentation will be held in the Auditorium, followed by a visit to the exhibition. Each lecture is $10 for Members and $20 for Non-members. Refreshments will be served afterwards in the Atrium. Call Anne Corso, for more information.05/16/08
Reading Public Museum, West Reading
610-371-5850 ext. 227
www.readingpublicmuseum.org
May 17, 2008
Berks County Parks & Recreation - CHILDREN'S FISHING RODEO
Saturday - 8:30 am - 12:30 pm. Childrens Fishing Rodeo, Hunsickers Grove, Longswamp Rd. Mertztown. Fishing Rodeo for kids ages 4-15. Come out and catch the big one! Crafts and fishing prize pond. Fishing bait and refreshments available. Free admission.05/17/08
Hunsickers Grove, Mertztown
610-374-2944
www.countyofberks.com/parks
Berks Equine Council - COMPETITIVE MOUNTED ORIENTEERING EVENT
Saturday - 9:00 am - 12 Noon. COMPETITIVE MOUNTED ORIENTEERING? This is the The Thinking Horse Sport. A rider can do this sport on his own but, there is a lot more fun when you have a team. You can go as fast or as slow as you would like. There are no jumps involved unless there is something inviting out in the woods. All you need is your horse and a compass, and a map (the map is supplied by the ride manager). Snacks and refreshments will be available to competitors and placement ribbons to those who successfully complete the course. For more information, call Janet Citron05/17/08
610-916-0359
Blue Marsh Lake, Bernville
www.nacmo.org
Building a Better Boyertown - BLUE GRASS AND BBQ
Saturday - 3 pm - 8 pm. Building a Better Boyertown 3rd Saturday, Blue Grass and BBQ, , Philadelphia and Reading Avenues, Boyertown. Family Events, Live Music, Local Artists, Dining Specials, Extended Shopping Hours and Store Specials, Movie Specials. Free admission.05/17/08
Boyertown
610-369-3054
www.boyertownpa.org
Historic Joanna Furnace - FURNACE OPERATION DAYS AND BREAKFAST AT JOANNA
Saturday - 7:00 am. - Furnace Operation Days and Breakfast at Joanna. Third Saturday of each month, enjoy Living History Presentations of varied topics, crafts or artifacts. Historic buildings will be open. Historic Tours - $2 Adults, Children 12 and under free. Flea Market. ($10 per rental area) No reservations needed. Set up early AM, Iron furnace plantation breakfast buffet, All you care to eat. $6.50 Adults, $3.50 Children age 6 to 11, under age 6 free. Visit website for details.05/17/08
Joanna Furnace, Geigertown
610-286-0388
www.haycreek.org
MapleGrove Raceway - SUNOCO MONEY TRAIL # 9
Saturday - 8:00 a.m. - Sunoco Money trail # 9 - Come see what Bracket Racing is all about! Visit website for details.05/17/08
MapleGrove Raceway, Mohnton
610-856-9200
www.maplegroveraceway.com
Reading Express Home Game
Saturday - 7:00 pm. Join the Reading Express as they take on the Fayetteville Guard. Call for details.05/17/08
Sovereign Center, Reading
610-372-7277
www.expressindoorfootball.com
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center - SAMPLER CLASS
Saturday - 10am-3pm - Sampler Class with Kathy Lesieur A Workshop on the history and instruction of Elizabeth Bechtels 1833 sampler. Join us for a sampler class with Kathy Lesieur on Elizabeth Bechtel's 1833 sampler from the collection of the Heritage Center, which has been charted by Margriet Hogue of The Essamplaire. The class will include an overview of the history of the sampler as well as instruction in getting started with Kathy who has completed the reproduction for The Schwenkfelder. The class includes lunch at the Heritage Center and a show and tell of needlework in the Schwenkfelder collection. $165.00 per participant.05/17/08
Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center, Pennsburg
215-679-3103
www.schwenkfelder.com
May 17, 2008 - May 18, 2008
Daniel Boone Homestead - REVOLUTIONARY WAR ENCAMPMENT
Saturday & Sunday, 10 am - 5 pm. - Revolutionary War Encampment, The Daniel Boone Homestead will host the largest Revolutionary War event of 2008 featuring about 1,500 re-enactors portraying units which fought in the Revolutionary War. Including American, French, British, Hessian (German auxiliary troops), Loyalists, and Native American forces. See infantry, artillery, cavalry, women of the army, and civilian participants. Sutlers camp of purveyors of period goods and supplies, 18th century military camps, battle demonstrations, weapons demonstrations, living history demonstrations, period military music, cooking, camp life, talks and other historic programs. Admission will be charged05/17/08 - 05/18/08
Daniel Boone Homestead, Birdsboro
610-582-4900
www.danielboonehomestead.org
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - SPRING PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Saturday & Sunday - Beginning at 10:00 am - Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - spring schedule. Educators will present a series of programs held most Saturdays and Sundays through June. Most programs are free of charge and take place near the Visitor Center. Programs that take place at one of several scenic overlooks include a modest trail fee to enjoy the Sanctuary trails, scenic overlooks and protected lands, but are well worth the price to explore this environmental treasure. Hawk Mountain is the worlds first refuge for birds of prey, and over the past 74 years, has gained international acclaim as a center for conservation, education and research about birds of prey. Education programs focus on raptors (predatory birds such as hawks, eagles and falcons), birdwatching, or Hawk Mountain history. Visit website for details.05/17 & 05/18/08
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, Kempton
610-756-6961
www.hawkmountain.org
WEAPONS SHOW at the Greater Reading Expo Center
Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM & Sunday - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Shooters, Hunters, Collectors & Military buffs -- come on in -- see some of the best quality new & used modern firearms and antique firearms available in the mid-atlantic & northeastern states, get great deals on shooting & hunting accessories, ammo, scopes & mounts, knives, swords, bayonets, holsters, gun care products, black powder necessities, eye & ear protection, military collectibles, & reloading supplies. Admission $6.00, Call for details.05/17 & 05/18
Greater Reading Expo Center, Reading
570-679-2250
www.maacpsse.com
May 17, 2008 - September 14, 2008
Reading Public Museum - LENAPE - THE ORIGINAL PEOPLE
Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Sat. 11 am - 5 pm, Fri. 11 am - 8 pm, Sun. 12 noon - 5 pm, Lenape: The Original People - Reading Public Museum, Reading. This exhibition, in conjunction with Kutztown University, features the Lenape culture in terms of archeological finds, artifacts and its place in local history. Adults (18-60) $7, Seniors/Children/Students (with ID) $5, Members/Children under 4 years free.05/17 - 09/14/08
Reading Public Museum, West Reading,br> 610-371-5850
www.readingpublicmuseum.org
May 18, 2008
Lebanon Valley Golf Club - 14th ANNUAL LITTLE PEOPLE BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT
Sunday - 2 Shotgun starts 7AM & 1PM - 14th Annual Little People Benefit Golf Tournament. Make check payable to: PA Dutch Chapter-LPA. A 4-Person Scramble Format with 2 shotgun starts. At 7AM & 1PM with a steak dinner and prizes to follow each shotgun. Call for more information.05/18/08
Lebanon Valley Golf Club, Myerstown
610-683-5512 or 717-733-7083
www.padutchlpa.org/golf
Reading Rage - HOME OPENER
Sunday - 5 pm - 7 pm. Reading Rage Home Opener, Don Thomas Stadium, Exeter High School, 201 E. 37th St., Reading. The Reading Rage start their 2008 home campaign against the Vermont Voltage. Rage Captain Brendan Burke looks to build on the impressive 2007 home record and continue the Rage winning ways against one of the oldest PDL clubs in the country. The home opener is Youth Soccer Appreciation Night. All children 10 and under receive free admission with Rage web-ticket. Come on out and support the Greater Reading area premier minor league soccer club - the Reading Rage! Adults $10, Children $505/18/08
Don Thomas Stadium, Exeter
610-927-4474
www.readingrage.com
Reading Symphony Youth Orchestra - SPRING CONCERT
Sunday - 7:30 pm. Spring Concert held at Schuylkill Valley High School. Adult tickets cost $12.00, and student/senior citizen tickets are $7.00 each. The youth orchestras of the Reading Symphony currently serve nearly 200 students with over 130 members participating in the high school age Reading Symphony Youth Orchestra. Spring concert tickets will be on sale at all practices up to the concert date. Call for details.05/18/08
Schuylkill Valley High School, Leesport
610-373-7557
www.readingsymphonyyouth.org
South Mountain YMCA - CAMP CONRAD WEISER OPEN HOUSE
Sunday - 2-4 PM. Resident Camp for Boys and Girls ages 7-15. Camp Conrad Weiser is a 500 acre mountaintop Summer camp in S.E. Pennsylvania. We offer one and two-week sessions that allow campers to make many new friends and experience a number of different new activities. Our activities are designed to provide the perfect environment to encourage creative expression, develop new interests, promote sportsmanship, improve skills, foster spiritual awareness and establish physical fitness for children of all ages. Call for details.05/18/08
Camp Conrad Weiser, Wernersville
610-670-2267
www.smymca.org
May 18, 2008 - June 29, 2008
GoggleWorks Center for the Arts - THE NATURAL WORLD THROUGH AN ARTISTS EYE
Mon.- Sat. 9 am - 9 pm, Sun. 11 am - 7 pm. - The Natural World Through an Artists Eye, GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, Reading. This juried exhibit, in conjunction with Audubon, features artwork presenting the artists interpretation of any and all aspects of the natural world, and how each artist explores natures creations.05/18 - 06/29/08
GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, Reading
610-374-4600
www.goggleworks.org
May 19, 2008
The Tiki Bar - QUEEN VICTORIAS BIRTHDAY
Monday - 4 pm - 12 midnight. - Victoria Day, The Tiki Bar, 150 Manatawny Road, Boyertown. Celebrating Queen Victorias Birthday. A public holiday in the Cayman Islands! Free admission,05/19/08
The Tiki Bar, Boyertown
610-689-4707
www.TikiBarPa.com
May 21, 2008
Reading Rage - HOME GAMES
Wednesday - 7 pm - 9 pm. Reading Rage Home Games, Don Thomas Stadium, Exeter High School, 201 E. 37th St., Reading. Come on out and support the Greater Reading area the Reading Rage! Adults $10, Children $5.05/21/08
Don Thomas Stadium, Exeter
610-927-4474
www.readingrage.com
May 23, 2008 - May 26, 2008
South Mountain YMCA - FAMILY CAMP - SPRING 2008
Friday - Sunday. Memorial day family weekend Live, Love and Learn in the great Outdoors as a family during one of our relaxing family camp weekends. Stay in one of our beautiful new cabins for a relaxing weekend away from the hustle and bustle of life. Allow us to do all your cooking while you participate in a wide variety of camp activities. Call for reservations and details, space is limited05/23 to 05/26/08
Camp Conrad Weiser, Wernersville
610-670-5010
www.smymca.org
VF Outlet Center - MEMORIAL DAY TENT SALE
Friday, May 23 - Monday, May 26. Hours: Monday - Saturday 9 am - 9 pm, Sunday 10 am - 6 pm. Memorial Day hours: Monday, May 26, 9 am - 7 pm. - VF Outlet Center - Memorial Day Tent Sale, Savings up to 75% off.05/23 - 05/26/08
VF Outlet Center, Reading
610-378-0408, or 800-772-8336
www.vfovillage.com
May 24, 2008
Reading Express Home Game
Saturday - 7:00 pm. Join the Reading Express as they take on the Baltimore Mariners. Call for details.05/24/2008
Sovereign Center, Reading
610-372-7277
www.expressindoorfootball.com
May 24, 2008 - May 25, 2008
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - SPRING PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Saturday & Sunday - Beginning at 10:00 am - Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - spring schedule. Educators will present a series of programs held most Saturdays and Sundays through June. Most programs are free of charge and take place near the Visitor Center. Programs that take place at one of several scenic overlooks include a modest trail fee to enjoy the Sanctuary trails, scenic overlooks and protected lands, but are well worth the price to explore this environmental treasure. Hawk Mountain is the worlds first refuge for birds of prey, and over the past 74 years, has gained international acclaim as a center for conservation, education and research about birds of prey. Education programs focus on raptors (predatory birds such as hawks, eagles and falcons), birdwatching, or Hawk Mountain history. Visit website for details.05/24 & 05/25/08
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, Kempton
610-756-6961
www.hawkmountain.org
May 24, 2008 - September 14, 2008
Reading Public Museum - PRE-COLUMBIAN ART FROM THE JAMES W. BRODY COLLECTIONS
Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Sat. 11 am - 5 pm, Fri. 11 am - 8 pm, Sun. 12 noon - 5 pm. Pre-Columbian Art from the Luther W. Brody Collections - Reading Public Museum, Reading. Sculptures iron Pre-Colombian, Ecuador and Mexico, spanning a period from approximately 500 B.C. through 15 A.D. Adults (18-60) $7, Seniors/Children/Students (with ID) $5, Members/Children under 4 years free.05/24 to 09/14/08
610-371-5850
Reading Public Museum, West Reading
www.readingpublicmuseum.org
May 25, 2008
RINGGOLD BAND - Grings Mill
Sunday - 6 pm to 8 pm. Ringgold Band - One of the nations oldest community bands, organized in 1852 and having the distinction of being the last band conducted by John Philip Sousa. This ever-popular concert band will open our Summer Concert Series with a selection of marches, overtures and show tunes. Concerts are FREE and open to the public. Bring Lawn Chairs & Blankets. Refreshments available. Visit website for details.05/25/08
Grings Mill, Wyomissing
610-374-8839
www.countyofberks.com/parks
May 25, 2008 - June 6, 2008
RACC - 2008 SENIOR FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS - BERKS COUNTY OFFICE OF AGING
2008 Senior Festival of the Arts. Major art exhibit with works of Berks residents 55 and older. Submissions welcome. Cash prizes. Acrylics, drawing, mixed media, oils, watercolors, photography, woodcarving. Special one-time performance of Leonard Nimoys passionate Vincent starring actor Jim Jarrett on Sat., May 31 at 7:01 p.m. at RACCs Miller Theatre. Spon. by Home Instead Senior Care. Tickets: $15. Also Sundays with the Arts on May 25 and June 1 from 2 to 5 p.m. with music, poetry, gospel, demonstrations, dancing, etc. Special exhibit of works by Alzheimers artists. Call or visit website for details.05/25 - 06/06/08
Reading Area Community College, Reading
610-478-6500
www.berksaging.org
May 26, 2008
ANDRE RIEU at the Sovereign Center
Monday - 8:00 pm. Andre Rieu - Ticket Price - Range $75.00 - $55.00. Famous for creating an international revival in waltz music and for his many top selling DVD and CD recordings with his "Johann Strauss Orchestra".05/26/08
Sovereign Center, Reading
610-898-7200
www.sovereigncenter.com
Building a Better Boyertown - MEMORIAL DAY, BLUE GRASS AND BBQ
Monday - 3 pm - 8 pm. Building a Better Boyertown Memorial Day, Blue Grass and BBQ, Philadelphia and Reading Avenues, Boyertown. Memorial Day Parade, Family Events, Live Music, Local Artists, Dining Specials, Extended Shopping Hours and Store Specials, Movie Specials. Admission free.05/26/08
Boyertown
610-369-3054
www.boyertownpa.org
May 27, 2008 - May 28, 2008
RIVERDANCE at the Sovereign Performing Arts Center
Tuesday - 7:30 p.m. Wednesday - 7:30 p.m. (Doors 6:30 p.m.) FAREWELL PERFORMANCES - A Phenomenon of Historic Proportions! raves the Washington Post (6/10/07). An explosion of sight and sound that simply takes your breath away, cheers the Chicago Tribune. A family evening unlike anything else!exclaims The London Times. Discover why nothing in the world compares to The Original International Phenomenon! Whether its your first time or your fifth, you wont want to miss these final performances of Riverdance!05/27 & 05/28/08
Sovereign Performing Arts Center, Reading
610-233-0006
www.sovereigncenter.com
May 28, 2008
RAVEN-SYMONES PJ PARTY TOUR at the Sovereign Center
Wednesday - Time: 7 p.m. Doors: 6 p.m. Raven-Symone's PJ Party Tour - Opening the show will be fellow Disney star Mitchel Musso, performing original hip-hop/R&B songs from his own forthcoming album. In addition, recording artists B5 will be performing their hit single Get'cha Head in the Game off the High School Musical soundtrack and Interscope recording artists Clique Girlz will also take the stage.05/28/08
Sovereign Center, Reading
610-898-7469
www.sovereigncenter.com
YNOT AWARDS - Sovereign Performing Arts Center
Wednesday - 7:00 pm. - YNOT Awards. Tickets - $17.00 - $0.0005/28/08
Sovereign Performing Arts Center, Reading
610-898-7299 or 7298
www.sovereigncenter.com
May 31, 2008
5th Annual Pleasantville Covered Bridge Festival
Saturday - Beginning at 8 am. 5th Annual Pleasantville Covered Bridge Festival, Hope, Health, Harmony & Heritage village celebration on Covered Bridge Road in Pleasantville. Enjoy this fundraising event with fishing rodeo, 5K run, crafts, horse & buggy rides, wagon rides, ball game, carnival rides and games, flea market, exhibits, games, 5 year memorial quilt, wholesome local food and baked goods provided by local church and community groups, live entertainment, petting zoo, fireworks and lots more! Free trolley rides. Free shuttle from area parking sites. Held rain or shine. Call for details.05/31/08
Bridge Inn, Pleasantville
610-689-4300
www.BridgeInnPleasantville.com
Berks County Heritage Center - FIDDLE & ACOUSTIC MUSIC MINI FEST
Saturday - 12 - 8 pm. Stroll on over to the Heritage Center to enjoy some toe-tappin', foot stompin' fiddle music. Bring lawn chairs or blankets & your favorite instrument and join in the musical fun by performing on the open stage. Children can also visit our crafts tent where our volunteers will help them make musical instruments. Free admission, $2.00 parking donation. Refreshments will be available. For more information or directions, please call05/31/2008
Berks County Heritage Center, Wyomissing
610-374-8839
www.countyofberks.com
MapleGrove Raceway - SUNOCO MONEY TRAIL # 10
Saturday - 8:00 a.m. - Sunoco Money trail # 10 - Come see what Bracket Racing is all about! Visit website for details.05/31/08
MapleGrove Raceway, Mohnton
610-856-9200
www.maplegroveraceway.com
Muhlenberg Township - FLEA MARKET
Saturday - 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. Join us for our Spring Flea Market being held at the Muhlenberg High School. Come find your treasure at Muhlenbergs largest flea market. Food will be available for purchase. Call for details and directions.05/31/2008
Muhlenberg High School, Muhlenberg Township
610-929-1503
www.muhlenbergtwp.com
Reading Rage - HOME GAMES
Saturday - 7 pm - 9 pm. Reading Rage Home Games, Don Thomas Stadium, Exeter High School, 201 E. 37th St., Reading. Come on out and support the Greater Reading area the Reading Rage! Adults $10, Children $5.05/31/08
Don Thomas Stadium, Exeter
610-927-4474
www.readingrage.com
May 31, 2008 - June 1, 2008
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - SPRING PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Saturday & Sunday - Beginning at 10:00 am - Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - spring schedule. Educators will present a series of programs held most Saturdays and Sundays through June. Most programs are free of charge and take place near the Visitor Center. Programs that take place at one of several scenic overlooks include a modest trail fee to enjoy the Sanctuary trails, scenic overlooks and protected lands, but are well worth the price to explore this environmental treasure. Hawk Mountain is the worlds first refuge for birds of prey, and over the past 74 years, has gained international acclaim as a center for conservation, education and research about birds of prey. Education programs focus on raptors (predatory birds such as hawks, eagles and falcons), birdwatching, or Hawk Mountain history. Visit website for details.05/31 & 06/01/08
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, Kempton
610-756-6961
www.hawkmountain.org