Outdoors
Reading Society of Model Engineers Run Days
Reading Society of Model Engineers 2060 Mt Laurel Rd, FleetwoodRSME Run Day events are open to the general public. The 15" gauge railroad is the only thing scheduled to operate. There is the chance that other displays will be operating but that is up to the discretion of the other groups in the RSME. The suggested donation amount for rides is $7 for adults and ... Read more
Adventure Daze
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsTrap Shooting 9/11 Our instructors will introduce the sport of trap shooting. Rock Wall Climbing, Bouldering Challenge with Zip Line 9/25 & 10/23 The climbing tower has 6 different routes ranging from novice to difficult. Archery Camps: Learn and Shoot 10/2 & 11/6 Join the crew at South Mountain Adventures at the archery range. All ... Read more
Roots-To-Wings Preschool Program
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingEncourage your child's curiosity for the world around them with programs about nature. Hands-on activities, games, and stories fill this 1 hour, content rich natural science program. Examine mounted specimens, eggs, nests, bones, and more! A craft related to the topicof the day completes each lesson. For children ages 3-5, $5 per program.Programs held at the ... Read more
Mopar Mega Block Party
FirstEnergy Stadium 1900 Centre Avenue, ReadingThe 4th Annual Mopar Mega Block Party is back in town. FirstEnergy Stadium will be rocking with FREE entertainment for the whole family. So whether you love cars like we do or just want to hear great music and watch fireworks, this Block Party is going to have something for everyone. All the Entertainment, Events ... Read more
Hawk Mountain 85th Anniversary Celebration
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonCome and celebrate 85 years of raptor conservation at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. Visitors receive a free piece of cake and check out grand opening of the new and improved Outdoor Amphitheater and the new historical marker. Also happening that day: Fall Native Plant Sale 10am-4pmChoose from a variety of fall flowering Pennsylvania native wildflowers including asters, goldenrods, ... Read more
Parada PR de Reading
La Mega Presenta la Parada PR de Reading, PA y EL Festival de la Penn St. Sábado 14 de Septiembre. Para Registrarse en la Parada visita nuestro website.The Mega presents the PR Stop of Reading, PA and The Penn St. Festival Saturday, September 14. DJs, multicultural food, dance, performances, more.
Harvest Moon Special
WK&S Railroad 42 Community Center Dr, KemptonEnjoy an autumn moonlight train ride with musical entertainment and complimentary cider, coffee or hot chocolate and cookies. One of our diesel locomotives will be used to power the train for this 45-minute ride, which includes a stop to gaze at the full moon. After returning to the station, please stay and enjoy the musical ... Read more
Backpacking Basics
Antietam Lake Park 326 Angora Rd, ReadingLearn why preparation is key to any successful hike and how to properly plan for your adventure, including equipment needed, food and safety gear. We will have some different styles of backpacks to show and demonstrate, as well as essentials for any trip. Create a backpacking checklist, and learn how to properly pack your backpack. ... Read more
Fall Volunteer Work Day
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsWe need you (as well as your friends and family) at Camp. We hope you’ll join us to do some painting, plant flowers, and maybe even help put up a new pavilion. Lunch will be provided. Please dress for the weather and wear clothes you are comfortable getting dirty. While we will have supplies on ... Read more
Harvest and Acoustic Music Festival
Old Dry Road Farm 202 Highland Road, WernersvilleLive Bluegrass Music featuring CROW HILL. Open Stage - bring your lawn chairs! Demonstrations and informative displays by the Pennsylvania Extension Service. Master Gardeners, local blacksmiths, artisans, and collectors. Our event is held rain or shine. Food and refreshments for sale: Fresh-pressed Cider Homemade Ham and Bean Soup Chicken-corn-noodle soup Hot Dogs and ... Read more
Adventure Daze
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsTrap Shooting 9/11 Our instructors will introduce the sport of trap shooting. Rock Wall Climbing, Bouldering Challenge with Zip Line 9/25 & 10/23 The climbing tower has 6 different routes ranging from novice to difficult. Archery Camps: Learn and Shoot 10/2 & 11/6 Join the crew at South Mountain Adventures at the archery range. All ... Read more
Monarch Day
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonCelebrate peak monarch migration and learn all about monarchs and their conservation with our children's activities and Monarch Conservation Station hosted by monarch biologist John Drummond!Children's activities will be located in the Visitor Center and will include a butterfly kite, pipe cleaner caterpillars, floor puzzles, learning displays, live caterpillars, and more. They will be availabe ... Read more
Adventure Daze
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsTrap Shooting 9/11 Our instructors will introduce the sport of trap shooting. Rock Wall Climbing, Bouldering Challenge with Zip Line 9/25 & 10/23 The climbing tower has 6 different routes ranging from novice to difficult. Archery Camps: Learn and Shoot 10/2 & 11/6 Join the crew at South Mountain Adventures at the archery range. All ... Read more
Zombie Mud Run
Willow Glen Park 94 Park Ave, Sinking SpringThe Zombie Mud Run is a Post-Apocalyptic 5K obstacle Mud Run teeming with Zombies infected with the living dead virus. Whether you are an avid runner or you have never participated in a mud run, this event promises to be the most amazing, heart pounding, adrenalin producing mud run ever created! But you must first choose…will ... Read more
Take A Kid Mountain Biking Day
BAMBA (Berks Area Mountain Biking Assoc) Parking Lot 2 List Rd, ReadingBring your children along for a fun filled family day of mountain biking on Mount Penn's best trails! You can help pass your passion for pedaling on to those that matter the most: your kids. Take part in this internationally recognized outdoor event sponsored by the Berks Area Mountain Biking Association and enjoy the early ... Read more
Zombie Mud Run Junior
Willow Glen Park 94 Park Ave, Sinking SpringThe obstacles and course is the same 5k as The Zombie Mud Run. The kids can run, jog, or even walk. They may go around any obstacle if they so choose. This experience is a great way for your child to build self-esteem and confidence. If your child is into sports, they will enjoy the ... Read more
Ghost Lantern Tours
Crystal Cave 963 Crystal Cave Road, KutztownSee Crystal Cave by a different light. Guides, wearing Victorian clothing, present the original Crystal Cave tour from the 1870's. Hear ghost stories, folklore, and history of Crystal Cave guided by the glow of hand-held lantern light. This special tour is not suitable for children under the age of 8.
Mountain by Moonlight
South Mountain YMCA 201 Cushion Peak Road, ReinholdsThe SMYMCA Camps are pleased to offer the community family-friendly Halloween activities geared to pre-K, elementary and middle-school students and their families. Join us for a spook-tacular time on the mountain. Enjoy haunted hayrides, haunt-free wagon rides, carnival games, glow-zorbing, glow stick zip-lining and much more. The event runs from 6 – 9pm. Parking is ... Read more