Program Type STEAM/STEM
December
Event Details
Presented by the Food Trust at the Southeast Branch. With a focus especially for caregivers! Learn how to make a healthy and delicious recipe! Participants can enjoy free taste tests!
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Presented by the Food Trust at the Southeast Branch. With a focus especially for caregivers! Learn how to make a healthy and delicious recipe! Participants can enjoy free taste tests!
Time
December 1, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Southeast Branch
1426 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
For our STEM program we will be making catapults out of Popsicle sticks and rubber bands. All supplies are provided.
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For our STEM program we will be making catapults out of Popsicle sticks and rubber bands. All supplies are provided.
Time
December 3, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Northwest Branch
901 Schuylkill Ave, Reading, PA 19601, USA
Event Details
Learn how to fold paper to turn into awesome 3 dimensional ornaments that won’t break when the tree falls over! All ages are welcome to come and learn, just bring
Event Details
Learn how to fold paper to turn into awesome 3 dimensional ornaments that won’t break when the tree falls over! All ages are welcome to come and learn, just bring your patience and we will bring the supplies. Anyone under the age of 9 should be accompanied by a responsible 18 individual to help assist them.
Time
December 4, 2025 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Northeast Branch
1348 North 11th Street, Reading, PA 19604
Event Details
Let your child run free at the Southeast Branch! We have sensory bins, Legos, puppets, and all kinds of toys. Want to do a craft? That’s okay too!
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Let your child run free at the Southeast Branch! We have sensory bins, Legos, puppets, and all kinds of toys. Want to do a craft? That’s okay too!
Time
December 6, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Southeast Branch
1426 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
Presented by the Food Trust at the Southeast Branch. With a focus especially for caregivers! Learn how to make a healthy and delicious recipe! Participants can enjoy free taste tests!
Event Details
Presented by the Food Trust at the Southeast Branch. With a focus especially for caregivers! Learn how to make a healthy and delicious recipe! Participants can enjoy free taste tests!
Time
December 8, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Southeast Branch
1426 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
Presented by the Food Trust at the Southeast Branch. With a focus especially for caregivers! Learn how to make a healthy and delicious recipe! Participants can enjoy free taste tests!
Event Details
Presented by the Food Trust at the Southeast Branch. With a focus especially for caregivers! Learn how to make a healthy and delicious recipe! Participants can enjoy free taste tests!
Time
December 9, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Southeast Branch
1426 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
For our STEM program, we will be creating slime with fake snow. Please call our branch at 610-655-6360 to reserve a spot for this event. Supplies are limited.
Event Details
For our STEM program, we will be creating slime with fake snow. Please call our branch at 610-655-6360 to reserve a spot for this event. Supplies are limited.
Time
December 10, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Northwest Branch
901 Schuylkill Ave, Reading, PA 19601, USA
Event Details
Conduct a science experiment straight from Candy-land with chenille stems and laundry supplies! This experiment includes taking the project home, as it will not be “finished” until several days after
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Conduct a science experiment straight from Candy-land with chenille stems and laundry supplies! This experiment includes taking the project home, as it will not be “finished” until several days after making it. Candy Canes will NOT be edible!
Time
December 11, 2025 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Northeast Branch
1348 North 11th Street, Reading, PA 19604
Event Details
Make a gift for someone you love! Or just come in and create!
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Make a gift for someone you love! Or just come in and create!
Time
December 15, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Southeast Branch
1426 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
Presented by the Food Trust at the Southeast Branch. With a focus especially for caregivers! Learn how to make a healthy and delicious recipe! Participants can enjoy free taste tests!
Event Details
Presented by the Food Trust at the Southeast Branch. With a focus especially for caregivers! Learn how to make a healthy and delicious recipe! Participants can enjoy free taste tests!
Time
December 16, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Southeast Branch
1426 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
For our STEM program, we will be creating gumdrop trees with candy and toothpicks. Supplies are provided.
Event Details
For our STEM program, we will be creating gumdrop trees with candy and toothpicks. Supplies are provided.
Time
December 17, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Northwest Branch
901 Schuylkill Ave, Reading, PA 19601, USA
Event Details
Use a household staple and our craft supplies to make a reindeer that will “fly” and race the other reindeer! Will you be making a Rudolph or a Comet, Dasher,
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Use a household staple and our craft supplies to make a reindeer that will “fly” and race the other reindeer! Will you be making a Rudolph or a Comet, Dasher, Dancer, Blintzen?
Time
December 18, 2025 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Northeast Branch
1348 North 11th Street, Reading, PA 19604
Event Details
Come out to the Southeast Branch and compete against your friends on the Switch or the Wii!
Event Details
Come out to the Southeast Branch and compete against your friends on the Switch or the Wii!
Time
December 20, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Southeast Branch
1426 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19602, USA
January
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“Epic: The Musical” is a reimagining of “The Odyssey” written, performed, and produced by amateur artists. JOIN US FOR LISTENING PARTIES OF THE SMASH HIT CONCEPT ALBUM FOLLOWED BY A
Event Details
“Epic: The Musical” is a reimagining of “The Odyssey” written, performed, and produced by amateur artists. JOIN US FOR LISTENING PARTIES OF THE SMASH HIT CONCEPT ALBUM FOLLOWED BY A WATCH PARTY OF ANIMATICS OF THE ENTIRE MUSICAL! SNACKS AND CRAFTS INCLUDED!
*Featured this month: Troy, Cyclops, Ocean, & Circe Sagas*
Time
January 7, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Main Library - Teen Loft
100 S 5th St, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
Learn a variety of handicrafts including knitting, card making, cross stitch, and more! Featured this month: crochet
Event Details
Learn a variety of handicrafts including knitting, card making, cross stitch, and more!
Featured this month: crochet
Time
January 8, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Main Library - Children
100 S 5th St, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
Food with Friends is getting an upgrade: Let’s get cooking! learn kitchen skills and best practices, and meet local chefs!
Event Details
Food with Friends is getting an upgrade: Let’s get cooking! learn kitchen skills and best practices, and meet local chefs!
Time
January 12, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Main Library - Children
100 S 5th St, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
Join us at GoggleWorks (201 Washington St.)! In this playful safety-focused woodworking class, you will design, cut, shape, and turn your own colorful, functional, totally unique bookshelf with an adjustable
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Join us at GoggleWorks (201 Washington St.)!
In this playful safety-focused woodworking class, you will design, cut, shape, and turn your own colorful, functional, totally unique bookshelf with an adjustable bookend! Join library staff and GoggleWorks experts to show off your creativity and be introduced to essential woodworking skills.
**Registration Required**
The class is limited to 8 seats!
Call the Teen Loft to save your spot today!
Time
January 13, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
“Epic: The Musical” is a reimagining of “The Odyssey” written, performed, and produced by amateur artists. JOIN US FOR LISTENING PARTIES OF THE SMASH HIT CONCEPT ALBUM FOLLOWED BY A
Event Details
“Epic: The Musical” is a reimagining of “The Odyssey” written, performed, and produced by amateur artists. JOIN US FOR LISTENING PARTIES OF THE SMASH HIT CONCEPT ALBUM FOLLOWED BY A WATCH PARTY OF ANIMATICS OF THE ENTIRE MUSICAL! SNACKS AND CRAFTS INCLUDED!
*Featured this month: Troy, Cyclops, Ocean, & Circe Sagas*
Time
January 14, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Main Library - Teen Loft
100 S 5th St, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
“Epic: The Musical” is a reimagining of “The Odyssey” written, performed, and produced by amateur artists. JOIN US FOR LISTENING PARTIES OF THE SMASH HIT CONCEPT ALBUM FOLLOWED BY A
Event Details
“Epic: The Musical” is a reimagining of “The Odyssey” written, performed, and produced by amateur artists. JOIN US FOR LISTENING PARTIES OF THE SMASH HIT CONCEPT ALBUM FOLLOWED BY A WATCH PARTY OF ANIMATICS OF THE ENTIRE MUSICAL! SNACKS AND CRAFTS INCLUDED!
*Featured this month: Troy, Cyclops, Ocean, & Circe Sagas*
Time
January 21, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Main Library - Teen Loft
100 S 5th St, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
Learn a variety of handicrafts including knitting, card making, cross stitch, and more! Featured this month: crochet
Event Details
Learn a variety of handicrafts including knitting, card making, cross stitch, and more!
Featured this month: crochet
Time
January 22, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Main Library - Children
100 S 5th St, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
Food with Friends is getting an upgrade: Let’s get cooking! learn kitchen skills and best practices, and meet local chefs!
Event Details
Food with Friends is getting an upgrade: Let’s get cooking! learn kitchen skills and best practices, and meet local chefs!
Time
January 26, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Main Library - Children
100 S 5th St, Reading, PA 19602, USA
Event Details
“Epic: The Musical” is a reimagining of “The Odyssey” written, performed, and produced by amateur artists. JOIN US FOR LISTENING PARTIES OF THE SMASH HIT CONCEPT ALBUM FOLLOWED BY A
Event Details
“Epic: The Musical” is a reimagining of “The Odyssey” written, performed, and produced by amateur artists. JOIN US FOR LISTENING PARTIES OF THE SMASH HIT CONCEPT ALBUM FOLLOWED BY A WATCH PARTY OF ANIMATICS OF THE ENTIRE MUSICAL! SNACKS AND CRAFTS INCLUDED!
*Featured this month: Troy, Cyclops, Ocean, & Circe Sagas*
Time
January 28, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Main Library - Teen Loft
100 S 5th St, Reading, PA 19602, USA