Free events in Reading, PA

Start learning Spanish in a welcoming, beginner-focused class at Reading Public Library Main. This free session offers a relaxed setting suited to newcomers. Registration is required by phone at 610-655-6355.

This weekly farmers market offers coupon matching for FMNP and WIC checks.

Reading Roots Market brings a weekly daytime farmers market to GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in Reading, featuring fresh local produce and farm vendors alongside a variety of no-cost activities. Highlights include art demonstrations, story time with the Reading Public Library, monthly presentations with live animals, movement sessions, and a rotating slate of entertainment. The experience is family friendly and suitable for all ages, offering an easy way to pick up ingredients and enjoy creative moments during the day. SNAP/EBT, FMNP, cash, and cards are accepted. Activities and vendors may change.

Mother Goose on the Loose welcomes babies and toddlers with their caregivers for an engaging early literacy session. Through nursery rhymes, songs, and gentle movement, little ones build social skills, develop language, and take early steps toward reading while enjoying quality time with an adult. Each session runs about 15 to 20 minutes, then flows into open-ended play with puppets, storybooks, and blocks. Regular weekly participation helps children get the most benefit. Designed for children from birth through age 3, and registration is not needed.

Connect with a caring community at a non-competitive walk that reminds every participant they are not alone and that their steps matter. The distance is an easygoing 1 to 3 miles. Route details and additional information will be shared as the event approaches. The program includes an opening ceremony, moments centered on hope and healing, resource tables, and honor beads available at no cost for all participants. Registration is free.