Berks County Parks
Monoprintin’ Madness
Bingaman Nature Center 2843 Hill Road, ReadingLearn this easy printmaking technique that creates one-of-a-kind works of art! Draw inspiration from the woods as we gather materials to include in our masterpieces, learning about the flora and fauna of Antietam Lake Park. We’ll gather to experiment with inks and paints to create our piece, then use a simple printing press to make ... Read more
Pumpkin and Pizza Party
Angora Fruit Farm 495 Angora Rd, ReadingBring a pumpkin to carve and donate it to the Halloween Hike and Hayride. Also bring your carving tools and a drink, and we’ll provide pizza! All donated pumpkins will line the trail for the hike on the 20th . All ages welcome.
Monster Mash Halloween Bash
Gring's Mill Recreation Area 2083 Tulpehocken Rd., WyomissingIt’s a Monster Mash! A Halloween bash! Spooky fun, ghastly horrors and mad creations await any who dare enter the grim Gring’s Mill barn. Grab your Halloween costume and join us for some un-scary FRIGHTENING FUN!
First Friday Footsloggin’
Antietam Lake Park 326 Angora Rd, ReadingGet outside and get active! Join Environmental Education staff on a guided hike held the first Friday of each month as we enjoy the sights, sounds, and even smells of the forest during our excursion. Staff will lead each hike and use sustainable trail etiquette with Leave No Trace ethics.Important: Call 484-509-2667 for specific meeting locations ... Read more
History Storytime
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin us on the second Wednesday of each month, for a special Storytime for preschool children exploring the rich history of our area. Spril: learn a little more about Wertz’s Red Covered Bridge and the bats that live on the bridge and read the story “Stellaluna”.
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
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
Kid’s Bike Rodeo
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingSaddle up yer bike, and bring it on over to our Rodeo- where kids ages 4-12 will learn safe and responsible biking. Members of Berks Area Mountain Biking Association (BAMBA) will lead kids through stations on bike-fit and a safety check, helmet fitting, basic bike maintenance and a bike-safe obstacle course. Prizes will be awarded, ... Read more
Red Bridge Fiddle Festival
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin musicians and music fans from all over Berks County for this year’s Red Bridge Fiddle Festival! (formerly the Early Bird Fiddle Festival) This FREE event will highlight bluegrass, Celtic, and folk music on stage and in the field at the Berks County Heritage Center.10:00 am - Welcome10:05 am - Kick Off with Matt Miskie11:00 am ... Read more
Raptor Program
Gring's Mill Recreation Area 2083 Tulpehocken Rd., WyomissingJoin us as we dive beak-first into the wonderful world of raptors! Hawk Mountain Sanctuary will introduce us to the topic while in the company of some of their beautiful, live rescue raptors.
Celebrate Summer Solstice
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingCome celebrate the longest day of the year with us! Discover local goods and produce from our farm to fork style Farmer’s Market, find your inner musician while checking out the drum circle by Living in the Rhythm, or the flute circle with members of Turtle Moon NAFC Organizers. There will also be a flute ... Read more
Celebrate Summer Solstice
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingCome celebrate the longest day of the year with us! Discover local goods and produce from our farm to fork style Farmer’s Market, find your inner musician while checking out the drum circle by Living in the Rhythm, or the flute circle with members of Turtle Moon NAFC Organizers. There will also be a flute ... Read more
Eastern Box Turtles: Jewels of Pennsylvania
Angora Fruit Farm 495 Angora Rd, ReadingEastern Box turtles are an important species of our wetland habitats. Join Environmental Education staff and guest herpetologists to look at our reptilian neighbors.
Family Fishing Program
Stonecliffe Action Park 1200 Monroe Street, ReadingThe Family Fishing Program is for families with little or no fishing experience. Participants learn basic fishing skills and to practice those skills while fishing during the program. The program is open to all ages, including children ages 5 and older. Those under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The program ... Read more
Orienteering with the DVOA
Rotary Park 4 List Rd, ReadingJoin the Delaware Valley Orienteering Association for a day in the woods, with a full variety of courses available, from beginner to expert. Orienteering is a competitive international sport that combines racing with compass navigation. Short instructional program for Beginners offered at 11 am. Map fee day of event. Registration required, please call 610-374-2944.
Full Moon Paddle
Blue Marsh Lake 1268 Palisades Dr, LeesportStand Up Paddle Blue Marsh Lake under the glow of a Full Moon. Event includes basic SUP instruction, all required equipment and glow accessories.Have your own kayak or board? Join us at no charge. The more the merrier!Drop in at Old Church Rd launch.
Campfire Stories and S’mores
Bingaman Nature Center 2843 Hill Road, ReadingCome join us around a roaring campfire and enjoy the stillness of Antietam Lake Park’s beautiful summer evenings. FREE. Contact jbrooks countyofberks.com or call 484-706-0020 for more info.
Car Cruise & Concert
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingAntique, classic, muscle cars and trucks from the 70’s and earlier. Food Trucks • Activities for Kids • Bring Chairs & BlanketsEntertainment12-1:30 pm Jeff Krick Sr’s Elvis Tribute Show http://www.jeffkrick.com/11:45 am & 1:45 pm Demos of the Otto hit-and-miss engine that powered the Gruber Wagon Works2-4:00 pm Mitch and the Mood Swings - Specializing in that timeless 60’s ... Read more