👑📣🏈 Homecoming (+ Support the Wire FREE!) 📆 Event Calendar: Saturday, Oct. 5 - Sunday, Oct. 13

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Dr. Angela Adler
October 04, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 37 minutes

Community Events:

Saturday, October 5 - Sunday, October 13

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Saturday, October 5

Wyomissing Area Homecoming

Wyomissing Area Homecoming

Spartan Sports

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]

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, October 6

Where: B2 Cafe

When: Sunday October 6th, starts at 8am

Details: Meet up in the parking lot in front of the B2 Cafe for a public art bike 🚴🏾 tour through the city of Reading led by our resident artist, Mike Miller. 

We did a test run and were amazed how much local artwork there is to discover. The ride will be 5+ miles with multiple stops, but still plenty of riding. Depending on the group, we will decide how much territory we want to cover.

Plan on 90 minutes or so. When we arrive back in West Reading, anyone interested in brunch or coffee at B2 can certainly vibe afterwards! Helmets recommended as always.

(*rain date if needed is Sunday, 10/27/24.)

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, October 7

Spartan Sports

When: Monday October 7th, starts at 6pm

Details: The Shade Tree Commission meets on the 1st Monday of the month at Borough Hall at 6:00 p.m. The public is invited and welcome to attend.

The various responsibilities of the Shade Tree Commission include:

  • Stimulate and organize tree planting and maintenance.

  • Develop and implement urban forest inventories, management plans and ordinances.

  • Lessen liability by arranging to remove hazardous trees.

  • Settle community disputes caused by tree removal, planting or maintenance.

Agenda not available.

When: first Monday of October, November, and December at 12:30pm

Details: Join Miss Amy and Miss Daniella for a free sensory friendly storytime. All children and their families are welcome.

This event will meet on:

  • Monday, October 7th | 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.

  • Monday, November 4th | 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.

  • Monday, December 2nd | 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.

"Sensory Friendly" provides a safe and welcoming space for all, adapted to meet sensory sensitivities with special educator Amy Ebersole-Sharkey from AMES there to answer questions about early childhood development, along with offering coaching and support to families and children with needs.

Tuesday, October 8

Spartan Sports

When: Tuesday October 8th, starts at 3:30pm

Agenda Highlights:

  • amending “Cats at Large” and “Control of Animal Defecation” ordinances

  • removing Emergency Vehicle Operator Course & Driver Operator Aerial Certification requirements for Fire Department Technician positions

  • approving or denying long term financing option for public works garage

  • approving members and alternates for Zoning Hearing Board and Park & Shade Tree Commission

  • approving or denying Police Department Collective Bargaining Agreement for 2025-2027

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.

Wednesday, October 9

Spartan Sports

When: Wednesday October 9th, starts at 6pm

Details: A Planning Commission is a body of citizens that serve within local government, acting as an advisory group to Borough Council on issues and policies related to planning, land use regulation, and community development. The public is invited and welcome to attend meetings, which are held on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM at Borough Hall.

Agenda not available.

When: Wednesday September 25th, 9 - 10am

Details: Sensory Friendly Library Time is for encouraging engagement with others and finding a sense of belonging.

Please be mindful of others. Encourage inside voices, walking feet, and having fun!

Please remain close to your child to support them during play. Feel free to reach out to Miss Amy or Miss Daniella for any questions or support.

When: Wednesdays 10:30 - 11:30am

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.

When: Wednesday October 9th, 6 - 8pm

Details: Visit the Wyomissing Fire Department for the annual open house, and to learn more about using smoke detectors for home fire prevention and safety.

When: Wednesday October 9th, 6 - 7pm

Details: Join us for an in-depth look at some of our nation’s most important documents as we read them closely and discuss their implications. Rabbi Brian Michelson will lead the monthly discussions.

Emma Lazarus’ poem, “The New Colossus,” written for the Statue of Liberty, will be the subject of tonight’s program.

Registration is requested. To sign up, email [email protected], or call the Library at 610-374-2385.

Thursday, October 10

Spartan Sports

When: Thursday October 10th, starts at 4:30pm

Agenda not available.

When: Thursday October 10th, starts at 6pm

Details: The Finance Committee meets on the Thursday prior to the regular Council Meeting at 6:00 p.m. at Borough Hall.

The Finance Committee is an advisory body appointed to provide transparency and suggestions to the Borough Council relating to financial matters.

Agenda not available.

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.

A person with cocoa skin and grey curly hair doing chair yoga

When: Thursdays until November 21st, 12:30 - 1:30pm

Details: Join us for a gentle chair yoga series designed for all levels to enhance well-being. The program will be led by Linda Zogas.

This event will meet weekly from Thursday, October 3, 2024 to Thursday, November 21, 2024. The cost is $15/week.

When: Thursday October 10th, starts at 6pm

Details: Join us for a Mindfulness Workshop for Adults. Tania Hollos leads this workshop to help us deal with everyday stressors and create moments of calm.

This month, the emphasis will be on "letting go." Each participant will receive a journal and a pen. There is a $10 workshop fee.

For more information, please email [email protected], or call the Library at 610-374-2385.

Friday, October 11

Spartan Sports

2nd Friday on Penn Ave, West Reading, PA: May-Oct at 6th & Penn; Live Music 6-8pm

2nd Friday on Penn Avenue

Where: 6th & Penn Avenue, West Reading

When: 2nd Friday of the month; live music 6 - 8pm

Details: Every 2nd Friday of the month, the West Reading shops and restaurants celebrate with 2nd Friday on the Avenue hosted by the West Reading Community Revitalization Foundation (WRCRF).

2nd Friday on the Avenue is a time to celebrate and recognize our independent shops and locally owned restaurants!

Find events and more by searching Visit West Reading on Facebook and Instagram!

We invite the public to share their 2nd Friday adventures on our social media. Tag us on:

Visit WRCRF's website visitwestreading.org to learn more.

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]

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 October 11th, starting at 3:30pm

Details: Let's get together and make things! Join us for a different craft every other Friday to relax and have fun trying something new! For ages 10+.

Please register online.

Questions? Please contact Miss Daniella at [email protected]

Where: Wyomissing Public Library community room

When: Fridays in October and November, 4:30pm

Details: Release the week! Linda Zogas will help you learn to practice a liberating, easy flow into restorative postures to restore your energy and release discomfort in your body. No experience necessary. Bring a yoga mat!

The cost is $15/class, or $96 for the 8-week series. A portion of the fee benefits the library. A great way to end your week!

Please sign up by calling the Main Desk (610-374-2385), or register online.

When: October 11th & 12th, 7 - 9pm

Details: West Reading Recreation announces the Haunted House and Hayride in the Park! Get into the Halloween spirit on 10/11 and 10/12 from 7 to 9 PM (rain dates 10/18 and 10/19!)

THERE WILL BE A NON-SCARY VERSION OF THE HAUNTED HOUSE 10/11 ONLY FROM 7-8PM FOR THE YOUNGSTERS AND THE FAINT OF HEART!

Fun for the whole family! Admission is $9 for the haunted house and $8 for the hayride. There will also be concessions and children’s activities and plenty of spooky fun! Proceeds support West Reading Recreation programs. New this year - after party on the final night with mocktails and musical vibes by Rick.

Saturday, October 12

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]

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.

When: October 11th & 12th, 7 - 9pm

Details: West Reading Recreation announces the Haunted House and Hayride in the Park! Get into the Halloween spirit on 10/11 and 10/12 from 7 to 9 PM (rain dates 10/18 and 10/19!)

THERE WILL BE A NON-SCARY VERSION OF THE HAUNTED HOUSE 10/11 ONLY FROM 7-8PM FOR THE YOUNGSTERS AND THE FAINT OF HEART!

Fun for the whole family! Admission is $9 for the haunted house and $8 for the hayride. There will also be concessions and children’s activities and plenty of spooky fun! Proceeds support West Reading Recreation programs. New this year - after party on the final night with mocktails and musical vibes by Rick.

Elemental movie still

“Elemental”

When: Saturday September 28th, starts at 7:30pm

Details: Join us for a fire-lit evening at the Happy Hollow Playground on Saturday, September 28th at 7:30 PM, where we'll dive into Element City!

Watch as Ember, a fiery, quick-witted gal, and Wade, a fun, go-with-the-flow guy, navigate their friendship—and maybe even challenge a few of Ember's "hot takes" on life.

Expect plenty of laughs, feels, and maybe a few element-al surprises. As Wade might say, “I break up easily...but this movie is solid! ”

Bring your friends, family, and blankets—and if you’re lucky, maybe Wade will teach you how to chill like a true water-resident.

Sponsored by our awesome pals at ROG Orthodontics.

Sunday, October 13

Where: Goodman Barn (in the parklands off Old Wyomissing Raod

When: Sunday September 29th, starting at 10am

Details: The Borough of Wyomissing's Parks & Recreation Department is excited to present this year’s Fall Walk Series, a blend of seasonal beauty and local history. As the vibrant hues of autumn sweep through the Parklands, we invite residents and visitors to embark on a journey that celebrates both nature and our community’s rich heritage.

This year’s walks not only showcase the breathtaking transformation of our Parklands but also provide educational insights into historic landmarks and hidden gems. Along the way, participants will encounter points of interest such as the echoing "Old Man Echo," the former site of Lutz's Farm, Rieth’s Gristmill, and more.

Mark your calendars for these three Sunday mornings of scenic discovery:

  • Sunday, September 29th

  • Sunday, October 13th

  • Sunday, November 10th

Location: With the construction project at the Stone House and Lawn area, please register at the GOODMAN BARN - just off Old Wyomissing Road in the Parklands, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on any of the walk days.

In the spirit of community engagement, we welcome voluntary donations to the Wyomissing Recreation Department. All contributions go toward creating inclusive programs and events for our residents.

We’re also proud to partner again with Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank. If you're able, please bring canned or non-perishable food donations to support local families in need this fall and the holiday season.

Whether you’re joining for the scenic views, historical learning, or the sense of community, the 2024 Fall Walk Series offers something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to embrace autumn’s beauty while exploring the natural and historical treasures that make Wyomissing unique!

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.