😎☀️ Happy Labor Day! 📆 Event Calendar: Saturday, August 31 - Sunday, September 8

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Dr. Angela Adler
August 30, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 28 minutes

Community Events:

Saturday, August 31 - Sunday, September 8

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End-of-Season Pool Hours

The Wyomissing Hills, Wyomissing, and West Reading pools will be open until Monday September 2.

Pool hours are:

  • West Reading Pool: 12 - 6pm *except Monday, closes at 4pm for Pups at the Pool

  • Wyomissing Hills Pool: 12 - 7pm

  • Wyomissing Pool: 12 - 7pm

Registration Reminders

Wyomissing Area Soccer Club registration for Little Dribblers and Intramural has been extended till August 18th, with late registration extended till August 31st.

A late fee will be charged to anyone registering between August 18th-31st.

  • Little Dribblers (birth year 2019-2021)

  • Intramural (birth year 2017-2018)

Register as soon as possible!

Saturday, August 31

Spartan Sports

Where: West Reading Playground, rain or shine - grass near the playground, or under the pavilion

When: Saturdays, 9 - 10am

Details: Combine the joys of yoga with the joys of nature as you root down and rise up with the trees, trail your fingers through the grass, and cloud gaze on your back. Join yoga teachers Lisa Frank and Maddie Hertzog for an all-levels, outdoor yoga class. Meet in the grass near the playground at the West Reading park with your mat and water.

Rain or shine! If it rains, we meet under the pavilion.

Suggested donation to The Nest Collaborative: $10

The Little Mermaid

The Little Mermaid

When: Saturday August 31st, starts at 8pm

Details: The Borough of Wyomissing's Recreation Department is thrilled to invite you and your family to a special evening of Disney magic with our Movies In The Park series! On Saturday, Ausgust 31st - head over to Berkshire Heights Playground for an outdoor screening of the beloved classic, The Little Mermaid.

This is more than just a movie night—it’s a chance to make unforgettable memories with your community. The evening will be filled with family-friendly fun and, of course, a sprinkle of that Disney magic we all love.

For the little ones, we encourage your kids to dress up as their favorite characters from The Little Mermaid and dive into the adventure with Ariel, Sebastian, and Flounder!

Don't forget to bring your picnic blankets, chairs, and a sense of wonder. This is your chance to be "Part of Your World" in a setting as enchanting as the movie itself. We can't wait to see you there!

Sunday, September 1

Where: 500 Block of Penn Avenue, West Reading

When: Sundays, 10am - 1pm

Details: The West Reading Farmers Market features the very best in locally grown food every Sunday from 10am - 1pm in the 500 Block of Penn Ave + on 6th Ave!

The producer-only market features locally grown fruits and vegetables sustainably raised meats, poultry and farm fresh eggs, fresh cut flowers, artisan baked goods and breads, local beer & wine, kombucha, hand-made pasta, local honey, and value-added products made with locally sourced ingredients. We are committed to supporting and promoting the rich agricultural history of Berks County!

Check out the market website www.westreadingfarmersmarket.com for more information including the updated weekly line-up of producers or to subscribe to the market newsletter.

Monday, September 2

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Schools and offices are closed Monday September 2nd for Labor Day.

When: Monday Sept. 2nd, 5 - 6pm

Details: Please rinse your furry friend before and after your day at the pool. Clean water is available adjacent to the pool deck.

Fee: $10 ($5 entrance fee & $5 donation to the Berks Humane Society)

Tuesday, September 3

Spartan Sports

When: Tuesday September 3rd, starts at 6pm

Agenda Details:

  • Rec Director Update

    • Pool wrap-up

  • Rides ‘N Vibes: tentative bike mural tour, led by Mike Miller, in October

  • Yoga in the Park: runs through end of September; changing time to 8:30am next year to coordinate with Zumba

  • Battle of the West Reading Karaoke Stars: postponed till Feb. 2025

  • Haunted House & Hayride

    • October 10th & 11th

    • Rain dates: October 18th & 19th

    • Planning, volunteer needs

    • afterparty with DJ and mocktails on final night

  • Mocktail Mingle practice run

    • Friday Sept. 13th at Bicentennial House - invitation only, 40 adults

    • Cash mocktail bar, free music & snacks - gathering feedback for potential future events

    • Volunteer needs

For more details:

Where: Wyomissing Public Library Patio or Community Room (weather depending)

When: Tuesdays 9 - 10am

Details: Put on your comfortable clothes and sneakers, and come out to our weekly Qigong practice. Weather permitting, we’ll practice in the patio. In case of inclement weather, we’ll be inside in the spacious community room.

Jay Umble will be our guide in this ancient Asian practice that teaches breathing, mindfulness and movement. There is a $5 class fee.

Registration is required. To register, please email Ann at [email protected].

When: Tuesdays, 4:30 - 5:30pm

Details: Come and read with a therapy dog (or just pet them)! Pick a spot in the Wyomissing Library, grab a book, and hang out with an adorable furry friend.

All ages are welcome! No registration is required.

When children read out loud to dogs, it helps them "by providing a non-judgmental listener and furry friend to read to that won’t laugh at them if they make a mistake or stumble over a word, but rather lie next to them and enjoy the story being read to them. The children learn to associate reading with being with the dog, and begin to view reading in a positive way."

For more information about library therapy dogs, call the Library at 610-374-2385.

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When: Tuesday Sept. 3rd, 6:30 - 7:30pm

Details: Students going into 3rd grade (2024-2025) have the opportunity to join orchestra!

Students going into 4th grade (2024-2025) have the opportunity to join band and orchestra!

Come learn about joining band & orchestra. Students get to try instruments to see what they like best!

Wednesday, September 4

Spartan Sports

When: Wednesday September 4th, starts at 6pm

Agenda Details:

  • Continue discussion of draft downtown zoning ordinance

    • review sign ordinance

    • contract status: ordinance refining, sign ordinance meetings

    • parking ordinance alternatives

    • discuss possible removal of General Business District Overlay

    • next steps on impervious coverage, civic space, stormwater management standards

For more details:

When: Wednesdays 10:30am - 12pm

Details: Children will enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building social, language, and literacy skills. All storytimes are followed by a craft to help develop fine motor skills, as well as to reinforce the story themes.

For children age 3 and up. No registration is required.

Thursday, September 5

Spartan Sports

When: Thursday September 5th, starts at 8am

Agenda Details:

  • Girard Pension Services presentation

  • Review Q3 2024 Minimum Municipal Obligation (MMO) payment

  • PFM long term financing options to replace short term bridge loan used to finance $10M public works garage

    • borrowing options, timing schedule for long term financing beginning April 2025

  • $1M PLGIT investment maturing September 12, 2024: discuss and approve/table/deny action

  • $1M grant application for borough administration and policy department facility relocation

  • Centennial Circle irrigation for $7,500-10,000 in Fall 2024 or Spring 2025

  • August 2024 finances review

For more details:

When: Thursdays, 10:30 - 11:15am

Details: For children of all abilities, ages 3 and up. Join us for floor and table play activities. No registration is necessary.

When: first, third, fifth Thursday, 4:30 - 5:30pm

Details: This program is geared for anyone who wants to play chess. All ages and skill levels are welcome, especially new players. We will have someone from the Million Youth Chess Club organization here to teach!

Youth Chess Club meets on the first, third, and fifth Thursday afternoons of the month from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

For more information, please contact [email protected]

Wyomissing Hills Elementary Center

Wyomissing Hills Elementary Center

When: Thursday Sept. 5th, 5 - 7pm

Details: Visit Wyomissing Hills Elementary Center’s Open House to meet your students’ teachers and learn about the school!

Friday, September 6

Spartan Sports

When: Friday September 6th, starts at 12pm

Details: The Wyomissing Civil Service Commission's function is to prescribe, amend and enforce rules and regulations for the examination for positions in the Police and Fire Departments and for promotions, which rules and regulations shall prescribe the minimum qualifications of all applicants to be examined and the passing grades. The Commission prepares and posts the final list of eligible candidates for the vacant position(s) for Borough Council action. The Commission convenes as necessary at Borough Hall.

Agenda not available.

Where: Wyomissing Public Library community room

When: Fridays, 9 - 10am

Details: Join us for some Vinyasa style yoga led by yoga instructor Amy Sharkey. Each class is one hour long. All levels of experience are welcome. This program will be held in the library's community room.

Fall Session costs $120 for 10 weeks. Drop-ins are welcome. The cost is $15/class.

Space is limited; registration is recommended.

To register, please contact Amy Sharkey at 610-334-4528 or [email protected]

Where: West Reading Playground - left of the baseball field in fair weather
(in case of rain, held at The Nest Collaborative)

When: Fridays, 9:30 - 10:30am

Details: Heal & restore your energy in the natural world with Lisa Frank.

No registration - just come!

By donation

Contact: text 610-823-2401 with questions

When: Fridays, 10:30 - 11am

Details: Mother Goose on the Loose (MGOL) incorporates nursery rhymes, music, and movement to aid in developing social, language & literacy skills, and strengthening bonds between caregiver and child. It is most beneficial when children experience the program on a weekly basis.

MGOL typically lasts 15-20 minutes and is followed by creative play with puppets, books, and blocks.

For children ages birth to 3 years old. No registration is required.

Questions? Contact our Children’s Librarian, Miss Daniella, at [email protected] or 610-374-2385.

When: Friday September 6th, starting at 8:30pm

Details: Indulge in the celestial wonders above with Stargazing in the Parklands. The sky unfolds its mesmerizing spectacle, and the Parklands offers an exceptional backdrop for this celestial experience. Stargazing, defined as the activity of looking up at the stars and objects in space as a hobby, or as part of astrology, is a great way to observe and explore the night sky, making it an activity everyone can enjoy.

Venture into the Parklands, where unobstructed views and minimal light pollution transform the night sky into a breathtaking display. From spotting constellations and planets to admiring the majesty of the Milky Way, there are so many different things you can experience when you look up. Stargazing is not just an activity; it’s a great way to relax and appreciate the beauty of the universe.

Join us, along with the Berks County Amateur Astronomical Society, as they bring telescopes and their expertise for an enhanced stargazing experience.

Saturday, September 7

Spartan Sports

Where: West Reading Playground, rain or shine - grass near the playground, or under the pavilion

When: Saturdays, 9 - 10am

Details: Combine the joys of yoga with the joys of nature as you root down and rise up with the trees, trail your fingers through the grass, and cloud gaze on your back. Join yoga teachers Lisa Frank and Maddie Hertzog for an all-levels, outdoor yoga class. Meet in the grass near the playground at the West Reading park with your mat and water.

Rain or shine! If it rains, we meet under the pavilion.

Suggested donation to The Nest Collaborative: $10

Where: Wyomissing Public Library Main Reading Room

When: Saturdays, 10am - 1pm

Details: Whether you already know how to play, or are new to the game, join us in the Main Reading Room! No registration is necessary; all ages are welcome.

For more information, please contact [email protected]

When: Saturday September 7th, 10 - 11am

Details: Join us for a nature walk along the Wyomissing Creek, focusing on trees and plants. Led by retired Albright College Biology Professor Susan Munch and volunteer Sue Moyer.

Registration is required. The walk is limited to 15 people. Please register for this event by contacting the main desk (610-374-2385), or sign up online.

Where: Wyomissing Public Library multipurpose space (across from community room)

When: Saturday starting at 11am

Details: Beginners and experts are welcome. Join us in the multipurpose space across from the Community Room. This program is recommended for teens. No registration is required.

Sunday, September 8

Where: 500 Block of Penn Avenue, West Reading

When: Sundays, 10am - 1pm

Details: The West Reading Farmers Market features the very best in locally grown food every Sunday from 10am - 1pm in the 500 Block of Penn Ave + on 6th Ave!

The producer-only market features locally grown fruits and vegetables sustainably raised meats, poultry and farm fresh eggs, fresh cut flowers, artisan baked goods and breads, local beer & wine, kombucha, hand-made pasta, local honey, and value-added products made with locally sourced ingredients. We are committed to supporting and promoting the rich agricultural history of Berks County!

Check out the market website www.westreadingfarmersmarket.com for more information including the updated weekly line-up of producers or to subscribe to the market newsletter.