Your Community Connection July-August 2015

Your Community Connection ~ July-August 2015

Your Community Connection July-August 2015

Highlights and Insights About Reading’s Community Services Website: www.readingma.gov

ROAD CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

This spring the Town’s Engineering Division, through its contractor Lazaro Paving Corporation, has eitherresurfaced or is in the process of resurfacing a total of 27 roadways. Currently the following roads have received thefinal layer of pavement and are awaiting the paving of driveway aprons and the loaming and seeding along the edgeof the roadway where necessary:

‐ A Street (End to end) - Ivy Lane (Libby Avenue to end)

- B Street (Libby Avenue to end (E)) - Libby Avenue (Salem Street to end)

- Bradford Road (Lowell Street to end) - Margaret Road (End to end)

- C Street (Libby Avenue to end) - Parkman Road (Lowell Street to Margaret Rd.)

- Crocus Lane (Libby Avenue to end) - Pleasant Street (Parker Street to end)

- D Street (Libby Avenue to end (E)) - Scout Hill Lane (Shady Hill Lane to end)

- Dana Road (Charles Street to Small Lane) - Shady Hill Lane (Putnam Road to end)

- E Street (Libby Avenue to end (E)) - South Street (various sections)

- Heritage Drive (Libby Avenue to end) - Sturges Road (South Street to Sturges Road)

- Howard Street (Sigsbee Street to County Road)

The following roadways currently under construction and awaiting the final layer of pavement, which is expected tobe completed within the next 2 weeks, include: Longview Road, Laneton Way and Palmer Hill Avenue.


In addition, roadways still scheduled to receive a new top coat of pavement within the next 2 weeks include: James Road, Sherwood Road, Whitehall Lane, and Pasture Road.

Later this summer, the Town will be micro-surfacing Ashley Place, Fairchild Drive, Jessica Circle, and LindsayLane. Micro-surfacing is the process where any cracks are sealed, and a new asphalt wearing surface is applied to the existing pavement. Residents will receive more notification of this prior to the work commencing on their street. The Town is in the process of finalizing which streets will be included in resurfacing work to be completed this fall and next spring (2016). Please refer to the Engineering Division’s webpage later this summer for an updated list ofstreets to be resurfaced in the future. _____________________________________________________________________________________________

Real Estate Taxes… Water/Sewer… Storm Water Bills… Electronic Payments…

Water/Sewer/Storm Water bills were mailed on June 10 and must be paid by 5:30 PM on July 15 in order to receive the 10% discount. Payments not received by July 31 will accrue interest daily at an annual rate of 14% until payment is received. Postmarks are not accepted. The white mail box in the parking lot will be emptied at 5:30 PM on July 15 with no exceptions allowed so please plan ahead. The next bills will be mailed on September 10.

We can only accept debit and credit card payments through our online payment service and the link is available on the home page of the Town’s website.

The first installment of the FY16 Preliminary Real Estate/Personal Property tax bills were mailed by June 30. Payment is due by August 3. The preliminary bills do not show either the valuation of the property or the tax rate; this information will be included on the actual tax bills after they are approved by the Department of Revenue in the late fall.

The preliminary bills are based on last year’s actual bills, plus liens and betterments, less abatements and exemptions, as adjusted to reflect the annual 2.5% tax increase allowed under Proposition 2 1/2. The state mandated interest rate is 14% for late payments. The first installment of the FY16 Actual bills will be mailed in December. Payments not received by the due dates are subject to interest and demand fees.

The demand fee increased from $5.00 to $25.00 as of January 1, 2009 by vote of Town Meeting. Effective January 1, 2014 we are no longer mailing payment reminders before imposing the demand fees on unpaid bills.

Please be sure that if you’re using an online bill payment service through your bank that you allow plenty of time for your bank to mail a check to our office. Most banks require 7 – 10 business days to guarantee on-time payment. Also, please verify that you have the proper bill number or account number referenced on your payment. Bill numbers change each cycle and are often not updated on your on-line bill payment checks.

We do not receive electronic payments from your bank unless you use the link from our website. If you choose to use this link, you may pay up until the due date and your payment will be considered timely.

READING MATTERS...

The ReadingBoard of Selectmen

You can contact the Board by phone, email at [email protected],

attendance at meetings, and the monthly office hours held at 6:30 PM on the first Meeting of

the month.

BOS OFFICE HOURS: July 21 & August 11

6:30 PM to 7:00 PM Town Hall Conference Room

Don’t forget!

Your Community Connection is now issued every other month!

The news is fresher…crisper…newer!



The Compost Center Is Open!

Schedule for July ~ August

OPEN DURING JULY: Mon: July 6, 13, 20, 27 ~ 8:00 AM – 12:00 Sat: July 11, 18, 25 ~ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM OPEN DURING AUGUST: Mon: Aug 3, 10, 17, 24 ~ 8:00 AM –12:00 Sat: Aug 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 ~ 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM The following materials will be accepted at the Compost Area: leaves, grass clippings and yard waste. Tree trimmings may be a maximum of 8’ in length and 8” in diameter. The Compost Area is open to Reading residents only. Commercial vehicles are excluded. You will need a 2015 Community Access Sticker for access to the Compost Center. Available at the Reading Police Department 24/7.

Questions? Call 781-942-9077 (Mon-Thur.)

Taking Root for the Future

A Commemorative Shade Tree Planting Program

The Town of Reading is proud of its “Taking Root for the Future” shade tree planting program. The tree planting program offers an opportunity for you to help beautify Reading and recognize a person or event with the planting of a shade tree.

Any person, business, group or organization may sponsor a tree and be recognized on the Town’s commemorative plaque located in the Town Hall and on the Town of Reading website. You may be celebrating a birth, a graduation or wedding, or donate in memory of a loved one, or acknowledge your businesses, group or organization.

Reading’s publicly owned trees are a capital asset and are as important as our streets, sidewalk, public building and recreational facilities. In addition to the advantage of sponsorship, our community will enjoy the numerous benefits of the trees for generations to come.

Your sponsorship contribution of $300 will pay for the tree, it’s planting and care, as well as a plate on the commemorative plaque displayed in the Town Hall. Please note that the planting location for an individual tree cannot be specified. Acknowledgement of sponsorship will be through the town plaque and the website.

For more information, or to sponsor a tree, contact the Public Works Department at 781-942-9077.


Reading Public Works News




Parents & Kids…

Looking for something fun to do? Interested in meeting other families?

Check out Connect the Tots!

Playgroups… Fall Kickoff Party… Apple Picking Preschool Information Night… Park Outings… Fire House Trip Museum Trips… Art Classes… Mom’s Night Out… and more!

Join for only $25 per year!

For more information: www.ConnectTheTots.org Or email [email protected]

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Opportunities for Summer Learning & Fun!

Town of Reading Recreation

JULY

Reading Jr. Boys Basketball Clinic (Grades K-2nd) This 5-day clinic is a fun week of basketball activities led by Varsity Coach Paul Morrissey and his high school players. There will be daily contests and prizes. T-shirts will be given to all participants. Dates: Monday, July 6th – Thursday, July 10th Time: 9:00AM – 11:00AM Fee: $125 Location: RMHS Field House

26th Annual Reading Girls Basketball Clinic (Grades 4th – 9th)

Co-directed by RMHS Varsity Coach Jim DeBenedictis, former RMHS Coach Kim Penney, and Suffolk University Women’s Head Basketball Coach Ed Leyden. This clinic, in its 26th year, has a tradition of excellence in teaching participants the FUNdamentals of the game. With daily stations, games, and mini-lectures, participants are grouped by age and ability. College and high school coaches and players comprise the staff (8:1 player to coach ratio). Advanced instruction is provided for advanced players. Participants of all skill levels are welcome. Limited enrollment, register early for guaranteed placement. Each participant will also receive a clinic t-shirt. For more information, please call Kim Penney at (781) 245-7068 or visit www.oneononecamps.com.

Dates: Monday, July 13th – Friday, July 17th Time: 9:15AM – 1:00PM Fee: $200 Location: RMHS Field House

Reading Jr. Girls Basketball Clinic ( K – 3rd)

This clinic teaches the fundamentals of basketball in a FUN atmosphere. Through drill stations, games and mini-lectures, participants will learn the rules of the game. Players are grouped by age and ability. High School players serve as instructors. Each participant receives a clinic t-shirt.


For more information, please call Kim Penney at (781) 245-7068 or visit www.oneononecamps.com.

Dates: Monday, July 20th – Friday, July 24th Time: 9:15AM – 12:00PM Fee: $150 Location: RMHS Field House

Just Laxin’ It Lacrosse Clinic ( 1st – 8th)

Directed by RMHS and RYL coaching staff, this 4-day clinic will focus on player development. Daily skills will cover stick handling/cradling, passing, catching, shooting, and offensive and defensive play to develop confidence and improve a player’s understanding of the game. Fun games & activities too! Equipment Needed: Girls: Lacrosse stick, goggles and mouth guard Boys: Lacrosse stick, gloves, arm pads, helmet and mouth guard

Dates: Monday, July 20th – Thursday, July 23rd Time: 9:00AM – 12:00PM Fee: $135 Location: RMHS Fields

Reading Rocket Baseball Clinic (Ages 7-13) Join Reading Memorial High School Varsity Baseball Coach Dave Blanchard and his staff for this week-long baseball clinic. This clinic will run for 20 hours during the week and offer players, boys and girls, the opportunity to get instruction in the fundamentals of baseball. There will be hitting, fielding, and pitching instruction as well as team games and competitions. Participants may bring a light non-refrigerated snack each day, including water. Dates: Monday, July 27th – Thursday, July 30th Time: 8:00AM – 12:00PM Fee: $275 Location: RMHS Field House and surrounding fields

AUGUST

Reading Rocket Volleyball Clinics Join the RMHS Varsity Coach Michelle Hopkinson, her staff, and players for four days of Volleyball fun!! Junior Rocket Volleyball Clinic (Grades 2-5): Participants will learn fundamental skills of volleyball in a group setting. This program will focus on the fundamentals and proper techniques of volleyball for young players and beginner players through fun drills and games. Players will be grouped by age and ability.


Rocket Power Volleyball Clinic (Grades 6-9): This program is designed for older players and experienced younger players. In addition to fundamental skills, focus will be given to basic offensive and defensive game strategies for more competitive play. Players will be grouped by age and ability. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Hopkinson by email at [email protected].

Dates: Monday, August 8th – Thursday, August 13th Time: Junior Rocket 9:00AM -– 12:00PM Rocket Power 1:00PM-– 3:00PM Fee: Junior Rocket $100 Rocket Power $150 Location: RMHS Field House

Summer Send-Off Week (Grades K-8th) Let's end summer on a high note! Children will participate in a variety of sports & games, arts & crafts, science & nature, and cooperative games. This week, we will do a little bit of everything that we did all summer long: like dodge-ball, crazy hair day, relays, & MORE!!

Dates: Monday, August 17th – Friday, August 21st Time: 9:00AM – 3:00PM Fee: $125 Location: Coolidge Middle School ___________________________________________________________________________________

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Non-profit organizations that are from the Town of Reading can advertise their events, fundraisers, concerts, plays, music events, and most other events at no cost in

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For more information contact Maureen Knight at [email protected]


Reading Recreation

Color Guard Summer Clinic *************************

July 20-24

It’s the Color Guard clinic you’ve all been waiting for! This week long Color Guard clinic is designed to introduce students (grades 6-12) to Color Guard, A Sport of the Arts, with an in-depth view of the Reading Memorial High School Fall Guard and Winter Guard programs. Students will learn basic color guard skills (including stretching, dance and flag basics) and a simple choreographed routine. The clinic will be run by very experienced members and alumni of the RMHS Color Guard with adult supervision. The staff will share their highly skilled expertise and their various experiences from competing with Independent and University Color Guards, University Marching Bands and Drum Corps along with our award winning RMHS programs. Staff will demonstrate weapon skills (rifle and sabre tosses, etc.) but the students will only work with flags during this clinic. A short exhibition for families will be held on the last day of class. All equipment will be provided. All inclusive, No experience necessary.

Monday – Thursday ~ 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Friday 9:00 AM – 12 Noon ~ Parker Middle School

Fee is $200 ~ Open to students entering grades 6 – 12

Email Cathy Juliano: [email protected]

Or text 617-957-5840 for more information.

Register at readingrec.org


Burbank YMCA Teen Programs

FREE TEEN MEMBERSHIPS: As a branch of the YMCA of Greater Boston, once again the Burbank YMCA is offering free summer memberships to teens ages 13 to 18 (19, if still in High School). The free summer memberships for teens are a part of the Y’s Get Summer program. The memberships will be unrestricted from June 21 through September 7, allowing teens total member privileges at the Burbank YMCA including use of gyms, pools, group exercise classes, and teen program activities. Our summer teen programs will include Teen Nights, sports leagues, teen specific group exercise classes, hikes, trips, game nights, movie nights, and more. Teens in our surrounding community can visit the Burbank Y in Reading at 36 Arthur B. Lord Drive to pick up the 2015 Get Summer application packet at the Welcome Desk. After completing the application packet with a parent or guardian they can return it to the Welcome Desk. They will then be contacted by Teen Director Brad Agostinelli to set up a brief meeting to go over expectations and summer programming. Any questions can be directed to Brad at 781-909-7116 or [email protected]. Teen Night: On Friday nights, July 10 and August 14, from 8:00 -10:00 PM, the Burbank YMCA will be open just for teens. There will be food, games, and the gym and wellness area will be open for use. It’s free for members and nonmembers ages 12 and up. Please register with Brad beforehand at [email protected].



Summer Fun at Creative Arts

Snow White –a 1-week play - Ages 8-16 Co-produced with the Quannapowitt Players July 20-July 25 Performances: Friday, 7/24 at 6pm & Saturday, 7/25 at 5pm. Tickets are $10 per person. Location: Quannapowitt Playhouse, Reading

Annie Jr. a 2-week musical - Ages 8-16 Co-produced in collaboration with Reading Recreation. Aug 10-22 Performances: Friday, 8/21 at 6pm & Saturday, 8/22 at 5pm. Tickets are $10 per person. Location: Parker Middle School, Reading

Journey to Japan ARTS IMMERSION WEEK (THEATRE, MUSIC & ART), Ages 4-16 Mon-Fri, Aug 3-Aug 7; 8:30am-5:30pm Performance: Fri, Aug 7 at 3pm


Mini Art, Theatre & Music Explorations - Ages 4-6 Themed art, theatre & music weeks for the little ones! Choose morning (8:30am-12:30pm), afternoon (1:30pm-5:30pm) or all day (8:30am-5:30pm). (NOTE: children must be potty trained.) July 6 – 10: AM Let’s Dance a Suite and PM: Musical Explorations July 13-17: AM Under the Sea and PM: Theatrical Play July 20-24: AM Let’s go to Brazil and PM Arrgh, Pirates!

July 27-31: AM Creative Adventures, Theatre, and Literature Meet and PM Animal Mania Aug 10-14: AM Nature Explorer’s and PM: Garden Art Aug 17-21: AM Kings and Queens and PM Musical Discoveries

Art Adventures Ages 7-12

Themed art weeks, choose mornings (8:30-12:30pm), afternoons (1:30-5:30pm) or all day (8:30am-5:30pm). Art Shows: Fridays at 4:30pm July 6-10: Cartooning July 13-17: Sculptures July 20-24: Wheel of Color July 27-31: Animal Adventures Aug 10-14: Art in Nature Aug 17-21: Fantasy Cities


June DRAMA Workshops June 29 - July 3 Ages 4 - 6 MONDAY, June 29: Where the Sidewalk Ends…

TUESDAY, June 30: Superheroes & Supervillains WEDNESDAY, July 1: Seuss’s “Sneetches” . THURSDAY, July 2: Broadway Kids – “The Lion King” FRIDAY, July 3: Monsters University

June ART Workshops June 29 - July 3 Ages 7-12 MONDAY, June 29: Portrait Workshop TUESDAY, June 30: All-Day Cartooning WEDNESDAY, July 1: Mixed Media . THURSDAY, July 2: Painting with the Masters FRIDAY, July 3: Pottery

August DRAMA workshops August 24 – 28, Ages 4-6


MONDAY, August 24: Theatrical Play - The Wizard of Oz

TUESDAY, August 25: Theatrical Play - Alice in Wonderland WEDNESDAY, August 26: Theatrical Play - Circus fun!

THURSDAY, August 27: Theatrical Play - Mission to Mars

FRIDAY, August 28: Theatrical Play - Fun with Fairy Tales

August ART workshops August 24-28 ages 7-12 MONDAY, August 24: Pottery TUESDAY, August 25: All-Day Cartooning WEDNESDAY, August 26: Mixed Media

THURSDAY, August 27: Painting with the Masters FRIDAY, August 28: Portrait Workshop

Music Workshops and Classes Youth Vocal Ensemble Class - Ages 8+, 4 Wednesdays, August 5 – August 26, 5 - 6pm Music Theory for the Contemporary Musician - Ages 12 +, 6 Wednesdays, June 25-August 13, 4 - 5 pm Acoustic Lounge Ages 12 +, 6 Fridays, June 27 - August 22, 4 - 6pm (no class July 4) Suzuki Beginner Violin- Ages 4 - 6 with caretaker, 5 Wednesdays, July 22 - August 26, 10 – 11 am (No class Aug 6) Suzuki Violin Twinkler Class - (with caretaker), 5 Wednesdays, July 22-August 26, 11 - Noon (No class August 6) Suzuki String Group - Ages 6+, 5 Mondays, July 20 - August 24, 6 - 7pm (No class August 3)


Fiddling - Ages 7+, 5 Wednesdays, July 22 - August 19, 6 – 7 pm Adult Ensemble Voice Class, 4 Wednesdays, August 5- August 26, 6 - 7:30 pm Traditional and Suzuki Private Music Lessons Traditional (ages 7 - Adults): Percussion ~ Piano ~ Clarinet ~ Saxophone ~ Recorder ~ Flute ~ Oboe ~ Voice ~ Bass ~ Guitar (acoustic and electric) ~ Violin ~ Viola ~ Cello ~ Appalachian & Hammered Dulcimer ~ Kalimba ~ Marimba Suzuki (ages 3 - Adults): Flute ~ Piano ~ Violin ~ Viola ~ Guitar ~ Cello

[email protected] www.weteachcreativearts.org 781-942-9600 _______________________________________________________________________



Austin Prep’s New Summer Programs!

Welcome to Austin Prep's new summer programs! Directed by professionals with many years of

expertise in their fields, our summer programs are open to the public and provide challenging and

rewarding experiences in a variety of specialty areas.

Art Workshop: Illustration and Character Design ~ August 24 - 28

Budding artists will learn how to put their characters into dynamic poses on paper during our week-long Art Workshop: Illustration and Character Design.

College Application Boot Camp ~ August 3 - 6

Rising seniors looking to whip their college applications into shape should check out our

three-day College Application Boot Camp.

Media Video Production & Filmmaking

July 20 - 24 and August 3 - 7


Students seeking to set themselves apart by learning the ins and outs of the filmmaking

process will enjoy our one-week Media Video Production & Filmmaking.

Spotlight Summer Theater

July 6 - 11

Middle-schoolers take to the stage during our one-week Spotlight Summer Theater, staging

a production of Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr.

John Smith Soccer School

July 13 - 17 ~ July 20 - 24 ~ July 27 - 31

For athletes, the renowned John Smith Soccer School is hosting three clinics at Austin

Prep.

STEM Fundamentals ~ August 24 - 28

Middle-schoolers can put science, technology, engineering, and math into action during

our one-week STEM Fundamentals course.


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BURBANK ICE ARENA

Why not cool off in a nice cold skating rink?

PUBLIC SKATING YEAR-ROUND!

THE BEST AIRCONDITIONING ON THE NORTH SHORE! STOP IN & RELAX!

SUMMER PUBLIC SKATING HOURS

(PLEASE CALL FIRST TO CONFIRM ANY/ALL TIMES!!) SUNDAYS: 6:00 – 7:50 PM MONDAYS: 11:20 AM – 1:20 PM TUESDAYS: 11:40 AM – 1:30 PM WEDNESDAYS 11:20 AM – 1:20 PM THURSDAYS 12 NOON – 1:50 PM FRIDAYS 12 NOON – 1:50 PM ADULT ADMISSION $ 6.00 ~ CHILD ADMISSION $ 5.00 ~ SENIOR CITIZENS $ 5.00

SKATE RENTALS $ 5.00 PER PAIR

SUMMER STICK PRACTICE SESSIONS

$ 10.00 PER SKATER HOCKEY HELMETS MANDATORY FOR ALL SKATERS!

ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN A WAIVER ANNUALLY!! MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 1:30 - 3:00 PM

TUESDAYS 1:40 PM – 3:10 PM THURSDAYS 2:00 – 3:30 PM

FRIDAYS 10:00A.M. – 11:30 AM

51 SYMONDS WAY ~ READING, MA 01867 ~ 781-942-2271


JULY ~ JULY ~ JULY

July Activities at the Pleasant Street Center

49 Pleasant Street ~ Reading

To make reservations call 781.942.6794 between 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday – Friday

Blood Pressure July 6, Monday – 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM July 21, Tuesday – 10:15 - 10:45 PM Computer Classes Learn to use email, send pictures, or use the internet to look up your ancestors, medical conditions, vacation spots, news, anything. And it’s all FREE too! We have WIFI so bring your laptop if you want. Tuesday and Thursdays 1:00 – 2:00 PM Art Lessons with Steve Greco Tuesdays – 9:30 AM to 12:00 Noon. 2 ½ hours for $10.00, minimum of five students for the class, Steve will teach any medium. Lunch is Served Noon. Join us every weekday (except holidays) for a terrific meal, good conversation, and occasional live entertainment. Sponsored by Mystic Valley Elder Services. Suggested donation of $2.00 (under age 60, cost is $3.50). Parkinson’s Disease Support Group Meet every 2nd Wednesday – July 8, 1:30 to 3:00 PM - Led by Greater Medford VNA. S.H.I.N.E. Counseling – (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Meet in the Computer Room - July 17, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Call for an appointment - 781-942-6794.

Pleasant Street Spa Roberta Our Hairdresser Monday, July 13, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM by appointment – 781-245-6605


For chair massage Please call the Pleasant Street Center (No Van Service). Manicures Thursday, July 9 & 23, 9:30 AM – 1:00, $6.00 or $7.00 for French. Chair Massage

Thursday, July 2, 16 & 23, 9:00 AM – 12:00Noon, receive a 15 minute chair massage for only $8.

Thursday, July 16 - NEW! Reiki Treatments Available the 3rd Thursday of Each Month between 9:30 AM - 11:45 PM. Please call 781-942-6794 for an appointment. The fee for ½ hour treatment if $15. Reiki Practitioners Elise Brenner and Judy Bousquin bring this gentle hands-on practice to the Pleasant Street Center. Reiki facilitates healing, promotes mindfulness, supports personal growth and complements any form of medical treatment. Your presence is most welcome.

FITNESS

Yoga Mondays – 11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon, 4 weeks for $40 or $11 for drop-in. Yoga will increase your strength, flexibility and balance. It energizes the body and calms the mind.

Zumba Gold Mondays 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM, $5 session Zumba is fun... So grab some friends and come take a class! Drop-ins welcome

Tai Chi - “FOREVER 49” Fit for Life Fitness Program - Tai Chi, Chi Gong, weight lifting, and more. Mondays & Wednesdays 1:30 - 2:30 PM, $40/month or $10/Session Drop-ins welcome. FIRST CLASS FREE July 1, come try this class and see how to stay fit for life.

Motion to Music

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:00 AM. $20/month; NOTE: $15/month - any 5 classes during the calendar month. Drop-ins $4/session

Body & Brain Flexibility Tuesdays – July 7 – July 21, 10:30 – 11:30 AM. Come join us for Body & Brain Flexibility, learn skills to enhance memory and coordination and have fun! Our classes are gentle and effective, designed for people of all abilities and especially for those who are new to yoga. $5 for drop-ins

B.E.S.T. Balance, Energy, Strength, Training Fridays, 9:00 - 10:00 AM in the Lounge. $3/Session Drop-ins welcome.

GAMES Cribbage Mondays 1:00 - 3:00 PM Billiards (No van) Wednesdays, 10:00 - 11:15 AM Pool table is available Monday - Friday Bingo Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:30 PM MAH JONGG - Thursdays, 12:30 - 3:30 PM Party Bridge Friday, 12:45 - 3:15 PM, $1.00 to play - Maximum 32, (No Van)


Chess Friday, 1:00 - 3:00 PM (No van)

SENIOR ACTIVITIES

Fourth of July Lunch Thursday, July 2, 12:00 Noon - Join us for music, food, and then a Patriotic movie! Grilled hamburger served with lettuce, tomato, cheese, coleslaw and a bag of chips, Cherry strudel for dessert.

Ballroom Dance Lessons Wednesdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29th, 3:00 – 4:00 PM. $4.00 a class. Come for some fun and laughs in a relaxing non-threating atmosphere and learn to do some ballroom dances; Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Rumba, etc… All welcome - with a partner or not!

Movie Day:Thursday, July 9, @ 1:00 “St. Vincent” 2014 PG-13 102 minutes With his parents preoccupied with their divorce, lonely 12-year-old Oliver strikes up a friendship with his war-veteran neighbor Vincent. A hard-drinking gambler with a fondness for hookers, Vincent finds his life changed by the boy's presence. Cast: Bill Murray, Melissa McCarthy, Chris O'Dowd.

July 13, Noon - Birthday Lunch Come celebrate your birthday – if it is the month of your birthday you will receive a free gift and your lunch is free. Bring your friends to celebrate with you – suggested donation for lunch if not your birthday month is $2.00

Luau Lunch July 14, 12:00 – Lunch: Aloha chicken served with white rice, spinach mandarin orange salad with lite Italian dressing or cold lunch. Special Dessert: Pineapple Parfait Truffle (sponsored by The Arbors Assisted Living, Stoneham, MA), Entertainment: Hula dancers from Dancin’ in the City (co-sponsored by the COA and The Arbors Assisted Living, Stoneham, MA).

Get the Scoop Wednesday, July 15; 11:00 AM. Join your favorite literary librarians at the Pleasant Street Center as they dish out hot summer reads and cool ice cream scoops.

Free Italian Lunch Thursday, July 16, 12:00 Noon: Free Italian Lunch sponsored by the Middlesex County Sheriffs Association – Pasta, meatballs, salad, drinks and desserts. Games on the Big Screen Thursday, July 16, 1:30 PM “New” Wii Games – “$1,000,000 Pyramid” and “Who wants to be a Millionaire” Refreshments provided.

Movie Day, Thursday, July 23, @ 1:15 “What About Bob?” PG 99 minutes Determined to receive treatment, Bob Wiley, a neurotic New Yorker with a host of phobias, follows his psychiatrist on vacation. His pompous shrink tries to get rid of the unwanted patient, but Bob ingratiates himself with the doctor's family. Cast: Bill Murray, Richard Dreyfuss, and Julie Hagerty.

Lobster Roll Dinner sponsored by the Council on Aging Thursday, July 23, 5:00 PM: Come to the Pleasant Street Center and enjoy this free summer event. Reading Residents only. Doors open at 4:30 PM. Call to make reservation 781-942-6794.


Concerts on the Common ~ July Sunday Evenings ~ 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Town Hall Common


Theatre on the Green ~ July Wednesday Afternoons ~ 3:00 to 4:00 PM

John & Marge Pacino Bandstand at Memorial Park

4EverFab

Beatles Cover Band

Sunday ~ July 26

Johnny the K

Teaching respect with music, humor, and hats!

Wednesday ~ July 8

Marcus Gale

Laughter, Love and Learning

Wednesday ~ July 15


Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce

Space is limited and this event is expected to sell out! 8 AM Shotgun start. Continental Breakfast and Buffet Luncheon will be served.

Raffles, games, and friendly competition! Sponsorships are available! For more information please contact:

Lisa Egan, Executive Director, RNR Chamber of Commerce

[email protected] or 978.664.5060

Judy Pancoast

Summer Fun with Judy and the Judy Crew!

Wednesday ~ July 22

Karen K & the Jitterbugs

Colorful! Magical! Whimsical!

Wednesday ~ July 29

Annual Golf Tournament - July 27 Meadowbrook Golf Club

Save the date! Don’t miss this popular event.


A U G U S T ~ A U G U S T ~ A U G U S T

August Activities at the Pleasant Street Center

Pleasant Street Center ~ 49 Pleasant Street ~ Reading, MA To make reservations 781-942-6794 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday – Friday

Blood Pressure August 3, Monday – 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM August 18, Tuesday – 10:15 - 10:45 AM Computer Classes Learn to use email, send pictures, or use the internet to look up your ancestors, medical conditions, vacation spots, news, anything. And it’s all FREE too! We have WIFI so bring your own laptop if you want. Tuesday and Thursdays 1:00 – 2:00 PM Art Lessons with Steve Greco Tuesdays: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM. 2 ½ hours for $10.00 minimum of five students for the class; Steve will teach any medium. Lunch is Served Noon. Join us every weekday (except holidays) for a terrific meal, good conversation, and occasional live entertainment. Sponsored by Mystic Valley Elder Services. Suggested donation of $2.00 (under age 60, cost is $3.50). Parkinson’s Disease Support Group Meet every 2nd Wednesday – August 12, 1:30 to 3:00 PM. Led by Greater Medford VNA. S.H.I.N.E. Counseling – (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Meeting in the Computer Room, August 7, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Call for an appointment 781-942-6794

Pleasant Street Spa Roberta Our Hairdresser Monday, August 10, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM by appointment, call 781-245-6605. For chair massage Please call the Pleasant Street Center (No Van Service)


Manicures Thursday, August 13 & 27, 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM, $6.00 or $7.00 for French. Chair Massage

Thursday, August 6, 20, & 27, 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon. Receive a 15 minute chair massage for only $8.

Thursday, August 20 - NEW! Reiki Treatments Available The 3rd Thursday of each month between 9:30 -11:45 AM. Please call 781-942-6794 for an appointment. The fee for ½ hour treatment is $15. Reiki Practitioners Elise Brenner and Judy Bousquin bring this gentle hands-on practice to the Pleasant Street Center. Reiki facilitates healing, promotes mindfulness, supports personal growth and complements any form of medical treatment. Your presence is most welcome.

FITNESS

Yoga Mondays from 11:00 AM – 12:00 Noon, 4 weeks for $40 or $11 for drop-in. Yoga will increase your strength, flexibility and balance. It energizes the body and calms the mind. Zumba Gold Mondays 9:15 - 10:15 AM, $5 session, Zumba is fun... So grab some friends and come take a class! Drop-ins welcome! Tai Chi - “FOREVER 49” Fit for Life Fitness Program Tai Chi, Chi Gong, weight lifting, and more. Mondays & Wednesdays 1:30 - 2:30 PM, $40/month or $10/Session Drop-ins welcome. FIRST CLASS FREE August 3, come try this class and see how to stay fit for life. Motion to Music

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:00 AM. $20/month; NOTE: $15/month - any 5 classes during the calendar month. Drop-ins $4/session

B.E.S.T. Balance, Energy, Strength, Training Fridays, 9:00 - 10:00 AM in Lounge $3/Session, Drop-ins welcome.

GAMES Cribbage Mondays 1:00 - 3:00 PM Billiards (No van) Wednesdays, 10:00 - 11:15 AM Pool Table is available Monday - Friday Bingo Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:30 PM MAH JONGG - Thursdays, 12:30 - 3:30 PM Party Bridge Friday, 12:45 - 3:15 PM, $1.00 to play - Maximum 32, (No Van) Chess Friday, 1:00 - 3:00 PM (No van)


SENIOR ACTIVITIES Ballroom Dance Lessons Wednesdays, August 5, 12, 19, and 26th, 3:00 – 4:00 PM. $4.00 a class. Come for some fun and laughs in a relaxing non-threating atmosphere and learn to do some ballroom dances; Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Rumba, etc… All welcome with a partner or not. Movie Day, Thursday, August 6 @ 1:15 Elsa & Fred Distraught widower Fred moves into a small apartment where he meets his neighbor Elsa, and discovers it's never too late for a second chance at life. Stars: Shirley MacLaine, Christopher Plummer, Marcia Gay… Special Lunch Wednesday, August 12, 12:00 Games on the Big Screen Thursday, August 13 @ 1:30, “New” Wii Games – “$1,000,000 Pyramid” and “Who wants to be a Millionaire.” Refreshments provided. Ice Cream Social Tuesday, August 11 @ 2:15. Join us for ice cream sundaes sponsored by Bayberry at Emerald Court in Tewksbury. Bingo will end at 2:15 PM Birthday Lunch August 17 at Noon. Come celebrate your birthday – if it is the month of your birthday you will receive a free gift and your lunch is free. Bring your friends to celebrate with you – suggested donation for lunch if not your birthday month is $2.00. Movie Day, Thursday, August 20 @ 1:15 PM, Words and Pictures A picture is worth a thousand words -- or is it? That's the question prep school students must answer as their art and English teachers egg them on. Stars: Clive Owen, and Juliette Binoche… Movie Day, Thursday, August 27 @ 1:15PM, Parenthood – showing pilot and 1st episode. Four grown siblings juggle parenthood, relationships, careers and more as they cope with life's ups and downs in this drama set in Berkeley, Calif. Stars: Peter Krause, Lauren Graham, Dax Shepard, Craig T. Nelson

Reading Recreation and Human & Elder Services will be holding an end of the summer movie at the Pleasant Street Senior Center on August 27th from 3:30 PM-6:00 PM. Come watch the original 1961 Walt Disney movie, The Parent Trap, starring Hayley Mills, Maureen O'Hara and Brian Keith in a story about teenage twins on a quest to reunite their divorced parents. Have some pizza and popcorn at the start of the movie. Half-way through, we will have a short break and eat some ice cream! All of our guests will be entered into a raffle to win a pair of IMAX tickets.

Ages 0-59 is $5.00 per person, Ages 60+ is FREE! Space is limited so register early. We hope to see you there!



Concerts on the Common ~ August Sunday Evenings ~ 6:00 to 7:30 PM

Town Hall Common

Reading Civic Concert Band

Concert Variety

Sunday ~ August 2

Jumpin’ Juba

Classic Boogie-Woogie, Blues, Folk, & Memphis Rock & Roll

Sunday ~ August 9

Steve Savio

Contemporary Classics

Sunday ~ August 16


Theatre on the Green ~ August Wednesday Afternoons ~ 3:00 to 4:00 PM

John & Marge Pacino Bandstand at Memorial Park

If you have any questions about the Concerts on the Common or the Theatre on the Green please call Reading Recreation at 781-942-9075

The Toe Jam Puppet Band

Rockin’ Band for Kids!

Wednesday ~ August 5



Come Support the RMHS Band Students!

FREE Car Wash & Bake Sale at Meineke on Main Street,Reading

Saturday ~ August 22 ~ 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM ALL DONATIONS WELCOME AND APPRECIATED!


Cub Scout Pack 728

Invites Your Family to An Ice Cream Social Friday ~ August 28 ~ 6:00 - 7:30 PM

St. Agnes Parish Center ~ 186 Woburn St. Reading

EnjoyanicecreamsundaeandfindoutwhatCubScoutingisallabout! ~Bringyourfriends,bringyourfamily~

TryoutacaronthePinewoodDerbyracetrack! Create&raceyourownboatmadefromrecycledmaterial

ontheRainGutterRegatta!

Cub Scouting is open to any boy between the ages of 7 and 11, corresponding to boys in first through fifth grade. We're looking for members in all age groups. Pack 728 is chartered by St. Agnes Parish, mostly from the Joshua Eaton school district in Reading, Massachusetts.

For more information: www.readingpack728.org


It’s time to get ready for the

Sunday ~ September 13

If you are a vendor, a volunteer, an entertainer, or an Antique or Classic car owner, it’s time to make

contact with the Faire Committee!

www.readingfallstreetfaire.com

[email protected]

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Your Community Connection July-August 2015