West Reading’s own Encrypted Escape Room West Reading drops you into cinematic missions like a Viking jailbreak, a vampire hunt at Bran…
Entrance is on 6th Ave Below Midtown! Restaurant, 600 Penn Ave Basement (West Reading)
“West Reading’s own Encrypted Escape Room West Reading drops you into cinematic missions like a Viking jailbreak, a vampire hunt at Bran Castle, an alien invasion, even a dive inside Captain Nemo’s Nautilus, where quick thinking and teamwork make you the hero.”
Need a reset close to home this week? Reading Public Museum Arboretum spreads across 25 acres of curated trees and seasonal blooms, with…
1218 Parkside Dr S
“Need a reset close to home this week? Reading Public Museum Arboretum spreads across 25 acres of curated trees and seasonal blooms, with Wyomissing Creek and footbridges setting the soundtrack, plus free self-guided tour maps so you can actually tell a beech from, well, not-a-beech.”
When the group chat can't decide between catching the game or button-mashing, Dave & Buster's Philadelphia delivers with massive screens, a…
325 N Christopher Columbus Blvd (Philadelphia)
“When the group chat can't decide between catching the game or button-mashing, Dave & Buster's Philadelphia delivers with massive screens, a stacked arcade, and food plus craft cocktails or mocktails. Great for rallying the crew before an Eagles game or celebrating random Tuesday wins.”
Our Aquatic Neighbors Mural turns a 1500 square foot wall into a love letter to the Delaware River, with great blue heron, sturgeon,…
Trenton Ave &, E Norris St (Philadelphia)
“Our Aquatic Neighbors Mural turns a 1500 square foot wall into a love letter to the Delaware River, with great blue heron, sturgeon, bufflehead ducks, beaver and freshwater mussels showing up like neighbors. Built with local students and Skype a Scientist, it’s smart, joyful public art to visit this week.”
Whether you're new to golf or just chasing that satisfying thwack, Strawberry Green Driving Range has complimentary clubs, experienced…
1500 N 33rd St (Philadelphia)
“Whether you're new to golf or just chasing that satisfying thwack, Strawberry Green Driving Range has complimentary clubs, experienced trainers, and plenty of room to groove your shot.”
Part of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s ever-growing outdoor gallery, Peace Through Imagination Mural is one of those pieces that quietly resets…
416 Monroe St (Philadelphia)
“Part of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s ever-growing outdoor gallery, Peace Through Imagination Mural is one of those pieces that quietly resets your brain during a neighborhood walk. It’s bright, reflective, and great for a quick pause between errands, plus it sparks the kind of sidewalk conversations Philly excels at.”
If you’ve got access, St. Martin's Golf Course delivers pure old-school vibes at the Philadelphia Cricket Club, the kind of classic layout…
415 W Willow Grove Ave (Philadelphia)
“If you’ve got access, St. Martin's Golf Course delivers pure old-school vibes at the Philadelphia Cricket Club, the kind of classic layout that clears your head and steadies the week in a single round. Bring a friend, stripe a few, leave smugly happier than you arrived.”
The Berkshire Country Club pairs a classic golf course with a relaxed bar and a patio that stares straight down the fairways. It’s the kind…
1637 Bernville Rd
“The Berkshire Country Club pairs a classic golf course with a relaxed bar and a patio that stares straight down the fairways. It’s the kind of local hang where you swap stories after a round, sip something cold, and watch the greens mellow into golden hour.”
Libertee Grounds blends a 9-hole mini-golf course with a relaxed bar serving Asian American bites, plus a golf simulator lounge when you…
1600 W Girard Ave Ste C5 (Philadelphia)
“Libertee Grounds blends a 9-hole mini-golf course with a relaxed bar serving Asian American bites, plus a golf simulator lounge when you want to swing for real. Great for weeknight hangs, low-stakes competition, and that friend group that can never agree on just drinks.”
From the Philadelphia newsletter, September 15, 2026
Tree of Knowledge Mural is a 2003 Mural Arts Philadelphia piece by Michael Webb honoring Eisenhower Fellowships, and its leaves hide…
1301 Market St (Philadelphia)
“Tree of Knowledge Mural is a 2003 Mural Arts Philadelphia piece by Michael Webb honoring Eisenhower Fellowships, and its leaves hide objects alluding to human endeavor, knowledge, and perseverance. It’s the kind of mural you can linger at on a lunch break, spotting something new every time.”
From the Philadelphia newsletter, September 19, 2026
Meg Saligman’s 1999 Philadelphia Muses Mural reimagines the nine classical muses as a whirring arts machine, spinning out perfect spheres…
&, S 13th St & Locust St (Philadelphia)
“Meg Saligman’s 1999 Philadelphia Muses Mural reimagines the nine classical muses as a whirring arts machine, spinning out perfect spheres with portraits of local performers and clever circular motifs. Painted in studio on parachute cloth then applied like giant decoupage, it’s a quick, energizing art detour.”
From the Philadelphia newsletter, September 5, 2026
If this week needs a blissful green timeout, Bala Golf Club is Philly's ultra-convenient private hang, a picturesque William Flynn design…
2200 Belmont Ave (Philadelphia)
“If this week needs a blissful green timeout, Bala Golf Club is Philly's ultra-convenient private hang, a picturesque William Flynn design with major championship pedigree and 125-plus years of tradition, where you can go from Center City to the first tee in 12 minutes.”
Whether you’re sneaking in a twilight bucket or corralling the kids for waterfall-and-gristmill putts, Gasser's Golf Driving Range &…
3251 Pricetown Rd (Fleetwood)
“Whether you’re sneaking in a twilight bucket or corralling the kids for waterfall-and-gristmill putts, Gasser's Golf Driving Range & Miniature Golf nails the local sweet spot. Lighted range, bentgrass putting, a TrackMan-powered simulator, and a snack bar with hand-dipped ice cream make practice feel like play.”
Landmark's Ritz Five is the rare theater that actually curates, a five-screen home for independent, foreign, and documentary films with the…
214 Walnut St (Philadelphia)
“Landmark's Ritz Five is the rare theater that actually curates, a five-screen home for independent, foreign, and documentary films with the kind of special series and one-off screenings that make you feel in-the-know.”
From the Philadelphia newsletter, September 8, 2026
Reading Pagoda has been the city’s icon for over a century, and after a $5 million restoration it’s looking sharp. Climb the 87 steps, soak…
98 Duryea Dr
“Reading Pagoda has been the city’s icon for over a century, and after a $5 million restoration it’s looking sharp. Climb the 87 steps, soak up a thirty-mile panorama, then snag some official merch that funds continued restoration for a quick reset when you need perspective.”
Whether you're dialing in wedges or sneaking in a fast round, Juniata Golf Club keeps it fun with a layout packed with par 3s, a no-fuss…
1391 E Cayuga St (Philadelphia)
“Whether you're dialing in wedges or sneaking in a fast round, Juniata Golf Club keeps it fun with a layout packed with par 3s, a no-fuss pro shop, and golf outings for clubs and groups that feel neighborly, not stuffy.”
From the Philadelphia newsletter, September 22, 2026
Play Mini Golf brings 18 holes of blacklight mini golf with upbeat music, plus foosball, ping pong, and console games for the in-between…
901 Market St (Philadelphia)
“Play Mini Golf brings 18 holes of blacklight mini golf with upbeat music, plus foosball, ping pong, and console games for the in-between bragging. It’s an easy, weatherproof hang for Philly nights or a low-stress party spot when you just want laughs and friendly trash talk.”
Flying Hills Golf Course winds through the Flying Hills community with a modern Par 70 layout, 6028 yards of natural scenery, and holes…
14 Village Center Dr
“Flying Hills Golf Course winds through the Flying Hills community with a modern Par 70 layout, 6028 yards of natural scenery, and holes that welcome all skill levels. Book a tee time, pop into the Pro Shop if you need a quick gear refresh, then go chase that personal best this week.”
Reading Outer Station is your easy hop onto the Reading Blue Mountain and Northern Railroad’s family trains to Jim Thorpe, Port Clinton,…
3501 Pottsville Pike
“Reading Outer Station is your easy hop onto the Reading Blue Mountain and Northern Railroad’s family trains to Jim Thorpe, Port Clinton, and other locations. 2026 Fall Foliage excursion tickets are on sale now, and come winter the holiday rides bring Santa along for the trip.”
Schlegel Park Pool is one of the largest public pools in Berks County, and it’s perfect for a no-fuss cooldown this week. Do a few lazy…
100 E Wyomissing Blvd
“Schlegel Park Pool is one of the largest public pools in Berks County, and it’s perfect for a no-fuss cooldown this week. Do a few lazy laps, let the kids go full torpedo, then refuel at the concession stand and grab a picnic table by the pavilion after some pickleball or hoops.”
Locals swear Willow Hollow Golf Course keeps Berks golf honest with slick, well-bunkered greens, three ponds and streams that make tee…
619 Prison Rd (Leesport)
“Locals swear Willow Hollow Golf Course keeps Berks golf honest with slick, well-bunkered greens, three ponds and streams that make tee shots matter, and consistently manicured fairways backed by tee-to-green irrigation; finish with a burger and a cold draft, or jump into their easygoing weekly groups.”
When the weather or your slice acts up, Swing Evolutions lets you tee off indoors with real clubs, Foresight and Uneekor-powered…
4274 Perkiomen Ave
“When the weather or your slice acts up, Swing Evolutions lets you tee off indoors with real clubs, Foresight and Uneekor-powered simulators, and thousands of courses. Book a bay for practice or friendly bragging rights, then dig into shot data to actually fix what’s broken.”
Reading’s own Santander Arena keeps the calendar stacked, from Marco Antonio Solís on August 21 to AEW Collision on August 22, with Grupo…
700 Penn St
“Reading’s own Santander Arena keeps the calendar stacked, from Marco Antonio Solís on August 21 to AEW Collision on August 22, with Grupo Frontera on August 29. It’s also home ice for the Reading Royals, so pick a night and make some noise.”
If you’re up for a quick Philly detour, Water Gives Life Mural - by Eurhi Jones and David McShane rewards the trip with a dreamy botanical…
1320 Arch St (Philadelphia)
“If you’re up for a quick Philly detour, Water Gives Life Mural - by Eurhi Jones and David McShane rewards the trip with a dreamy botanical panorama inspired by Ruth Asawa, connecting rivers, city pipes, and local flora, and reimagining a beloved 1998 wall into a fresh sustainability conversation.”
Whether you're fine-tuning your wedges or introducing a newbie without committing a full 18, Cobbs Creek Golf Campus packs a 68-bay…
7400 Lansdowne Ave (Philadelphia)
“Whether you're fine-tuning your wedges or introducing a newbie without committing a full 18, Cobbs Creek Golf Campus packs a 68-bay Toptracer range with heated bays, a Tiger Woods' TGR Design 9-hole short course, and the Charlie Sifford inspired Little Horse Tavern.”
Whether you’re sneaking in a quick bucket from weather controlled tees or chasing aces on the freshly landscaped 18 with seven working…
401 Cottman Ave (Philadelphia)
“Whether you’re sneaking in a quick bucket from weather controlled tees or chasing aces on the freshly landscaped 18 with seven working fountains, Burholme Family Fun Center hits the sweet spot.”
If your week needs fresh air and fresher food, Reading Country Club pairs a classic Alexander Findlay-designed par-70, 18-hole course with…
5311 Perkiomen Ave
“If your week needs fresh air and fresher food, Reading Country Club pairs a classic Alexander Findlay-designed par-70, 18-hole course with Jack’s on the Green’s scratch-made comfort dishes and cocktails. Tee it up, then linger for views from the Tudor clubhouse and an easy local reset.”
Bound Together, Mural by Tim McFarlane is a bold abstract public mural in Philadelphia that honors Chinatown’s northern edge while nodding…
388 N 10th St (Philadelphia)
“Bound Together, Mural by Tim McFarlane is a bold abstract public mural in Philadelphia that honors Chinatown’s northern edge while nodding to the area’s rural past. Created in summer 2021, it’s the kind of outdoor piece that rewards a slow look, then another, then a photo.”
Franklin Square keeps summer lively with the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival glowing through August 16, a dancing fountain show, the…
200 N 6th St (Philadelphia)
“Franklin Square keeps summer lively with the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival glowing through August 16, a dancing fountain show, the Parx Liberty Carousel, and Center City’s only 18-hole Philly Mini Golf modeled after hometown landmarks. Grab a SquareBurger, then see who sinks the most ridiculous bank shot.”
