Outdoors
Family Fun in Nature
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonEnjoy nature on the Mountain with the entire family in this new interactive, monthly series!March 23 - Kestrel Nestbox Building: Join a scientist and learn how your family can help conserve the smallest falcon in North America. After a short presentation, build a nest box that will become part of the monitoring program! FREE. Limited to ... Read more
Kutztown Fools Run
Kutztown Fairgrounds 450 Wentz. St., KutztownThe Kutztown Optimist Club organizes this race to raise money for its scholarship fund. All abilities and ages including:2 mile WalkSally Miksiewicz Memorial 5k RunBob Focht Memorial 10 mile Run
Youth Trail Day: Spring Clean Up
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonHelp Hawk Mountain kick off the spring season by helping the Operations Team prepare the Sanctuary trails for the year. Meet at Visitor CenterFREE!Open to ages 14-18.
Outdoor Nature Sketching
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonImmerse yourself in the natural beauty of Hawk Mountain while learning the fundamentals of nature sketching with local wildlife artist and raptor enthusiast Dave Hughes. Dress for the outdoors as we will hike outside for artistic inspiration. Bring your sketch book, pencil, eraser, and water bottle.Locations:April 7th- Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Education BuildingApril 14th- Hawk Mountain Sanctuary ... Read more
Parents’ Night Out
Althouse Arboretum 1794 Gilbertsville Road, Pottstownarents Night Out is a chance for parents to drop off their kids at the Althouse Arboretum for an evening of fun while the parents enjoy a quiet evening. The children will enjoy games, evening hikes, scavenger hunts, and a marshmallow roast. A pizza dinner will be provided to all children.5pm-9pm (Extended hours provide upon request)
Fightin Phils
FirstEnergy Stadium 1900 Centre Avenue, ReadingWatch the Reading Fightin Phils play at the #1 Ballpark in Double-A Baseball!April 2019 games:Richmond Flying Squirrels: 4/12 @ 7:10pm - OPENINGRichmond Flying Squirrels: 4/13 @ 5:15pm - Sandlot the Movie Tribute w/Sandlot HatRichmond Flying Squirrels: 4/14 @ 2:15pm - R-Phils Mascot Team PosterPortland Sea Dogs: 4/15 @ 6:45pm - Unused Ticket GamePortland Sea Dogs: ... Read more
Mammals of the Appalachian Forest
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonWe love raptors, but what other creatures can be found on the Mountain? Come meet live fuzzy and furred mammals native to PA and explore the special adaptations of mammal predators and prey, what these creatures eat, and how they sense their world. There will be many live mammals and some specimens for close up ... Read more
National Junior Ranger Day
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site 2 Mark Bird Lane, ElversonHelp the National Park Service kick off National Park Week April 20-27!The Junior Ranger Program is a great way to explore national parks, learn why they matter, and how you can be part of the team that helps keep them healthy.Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site invites kids and their families to come and “explore, learn, ... Read more
Car Show & Community Carnival
Daniel Boone Middle School 1845 Weavertown Rd, DouglassvilleThis 12th Anniversary event will have something for everyone … awesome cars, games, vendors, music, and fabulous food!
Go Fly A Kite Day
Youth Recreation Facility 1098 County Rd, LeesportBring a store-bought kite or kids can make on in our Sled-Kite Workshop tent. See professional kite flying and stunts. Health and wellness information will be shared, along with fun games for all ages. Vote for your favorite in the Law Enforcement Vehicle Competition! Bring a picnic lunch and spend a day in the park! ... Read more
Sheep & Fiber Day
Daniel Boone Homestead 400 Daniel Boone Road, BirdsboroJoin us for a fiber-filled day of learning and interacting. Not only will you have the opportunity to see the sheep being shorn, but also how the wool is processed into clothing. There will be vendors at the Homestead with their hand-made items, as well as other fiber related demonstrations.
Salamander Walk
Angora Fruit Farm 495 Angora Rd, ReadingBerks County's Angora Fruit Farm boasts many species of frogs, toads, and salamanders which live and breed in the parks' diverse aquatic and wetland habitats. Join us as we don our boots and headlamps in hopes of witnessing amphibians in their native habitats, and learn why these key species can be indicators for environmental factors ... Read more
Demolition Derby
Mountain Springs Arena 3450 Mountain Road, HamburgBig Cars, Small Cars, 80s and Newer Class, Youth Class, Truck Class. Gates open 2 hours prior to event. Rain or Shine. Covered Seating - Wheel Chair Area - Free Parking - Food & Concession Area. Children 6 and Under Free. Coupons at http://www.mountainspringarena.com/Coupons.html
Fightin Phils
FirstEnergy Stadium 1900 Centre Avenue, ReadingWatch the Reading Fightin Phils play at the #1 Ballpark in Double-A Baseball!May 2019 games:Harrisburg Senators 5/01 @ 11:35 AM Jimmy Rollins 32 oz. Cup (A750) (Carl's Cards and Collectibles) Hartford Yard Goats 5/07 @ 6:45 PM Fightins 2019 Team Photo (K3000) (Colortech) Hartford Yard Goats 5/08 @ 12:00 PM Fightins 2019 Team Photo (K3000) (Colortech) Hartford Yard ... Read more
Spring Peepers and Frog Safari
Blue Marsh Lake 1268 Palisades Dr, LeesportJoin us for an amphibious wildlife safari with Naturalist Kathy Grim. Kathy will lead us on an expedition in search of the variety of amphibians found at Blue Marsh Lake Stilling Basin. Dress for a very muddy adventure; bring a flashlight for frog spotting! Location: Stilling Basin, Blue Marsh Lake
Kutztown Community Block Party
Downtown Kutztown KutztownKutztown's Block Party includes attractions, vendors, food, music, and more. This event brings the whole community together as the streets come alive with fun! Stop by your favorite downtown retailers and resturants or stop and listen to some local talents perform.
Exeter May Days Community Festival
Exeter Township Senior High School 201 East 37th Street, ReadingFood, Entertainment, Sports, Kids Zone
World Migratory Bird Day
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Rd, KemptonCelebrate migratory birds across the world with crafts, games, and information about bird migration! Activities will incorporate the 2019 theme, "Protect Birds: Be the Solution to Plastic Pollution." Kick off the day with a guided bird walk at 8 AM; trail fee applies.World Migratory Bird Day is the only international education program that highlights and celebrates ... Read more