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Art Exhibitions
Ongoing
Berks Arts Council Member Exhibits: Sept.– Moira Ernst, printmaking. Oct. – Carol Fastuca, Erika Gemini, Mallory Ketterer, Jessica Geiger, paintings. Cucina Café at the Goggleworks, 201 Washington St. Reading.
Sept. & Oct.
Studio B: To Sept. 13, Bob Wood. Sept. 17-Oct. 10 , “Frayed Edges,” art quilts by Betty Fulmer. 39A E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown.
Sept. & Oct.
GoggleWorks Exhibits: Sept. – to Sept. 8-The Berks Art Alliance 33rd Annual Open Juried Art Exhibition; Sept. 11-17, GoggleWorks 5th Anniversary. Opening Sept. 26-Philadelphia Watercolor Society, Cohen Gallery; German Sister City Art Exchange Exhibit, Rolf & Renate Schmidt Gallery; Oct. - Philadelphia Watercolor Society, opening reception 10/10 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Cohen Gallery; Tamara Melcher,Rolf & Renate Schmidt Gallery. Ongoing: Willson History Project, VIST Financial Gallery. 201 Washington St., Reading. 610-374-4600,
Sept. & Oct.
Reading Public Museum Exhibits: Opening Sept. 4: Women Artists. To Sept. 5: Jun Kaneko. To Sept. 26: A Cultural Celebration: Arts of the Pennsylvania Germans from a Berks County Private Collection. Opening Oct. 8:Tiffany Lamps: Articles of Utility, Objects of Art, reception 10/8 from 5:30 – 8 p.m. Opening Oct. 16: Muybridge & Edgerton Photographs. To Dec. 31: Nefrina's World. 500 Museum Rd., West Reading. 610-371-5850,
Sept. & Oct.
Yocum Institute for Arts Education: To Sept. 6: Young Artist Exhibit. Opening Sept. 10: John Wenrich Exhibit, reception 9/10 from 5-7 p.m. Opening Oct. 15: Art Exchange Exhibit, reception 10/15 from 5-7 p.m. Yocum Gallery. 1100 Belmont Ave.,Wyomissing. 610-376-1576.
Sept. 7-Oct. 14
Lucy Slivinski: Sculpture and Installation: creating a site specific installation converting the traditional modernist white walls and high ceilings into a cosmological journey of light, color, fantasy and structure. Opening reception, 9/8 from 5-7 p.m. Freedman Gallery, Albright College, 13th & Bern St., Reading. 610-921-7526
Sept. 9-Oct. 15
Mark Marchlinski: Teacher as Artist/Artist as Teacher: opening reception 9/9 from 6-8 p.m. Freyberger Gallery, Perkins Student Center at Penn State Berks, Broadcasting Rd., Wyomissing. 610-396-6140.
Sept. 9-Oct. 10
Adjacencies: group exhibition focusing on the work of 10 artists from Berks and surrounding counties. Reception 9/9 from 4-6 p.m. Sharadin Art Gallery, Kutztown University, 15200 Kutztown Rd., Kutztown. 610-683-4546.
Sept. 10
Furry Fridays: with art exhibit by Nettie Price. Reception 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Food, drink, art, animals. The Humane Society of Berks County, 1801 N. 11th St., Reading. 610-921-2348.
Sept. 10-Oct. 24
Emerging Visions: exploring the art of self-taught artists Mark May and Gabriel Schaffer. Opening reception 9/10 from 6-8 p.m. Outsider Folk Art Gallery @ Goggleworks, 201 Washington St. Suite 504, Reading. 610-939-1737.
To Sept. 12
Art of the State: Pennsylvania 2010: features 152 works by 152 artists from 34 counties. The State Museum of Pennsylvania, 300 North St., Harrisburg. 717-787-4980.
Sept. 12-Nov. 14
Simply IrRESISTible: an “all things textile” show that incorporates resist-related art: wax, paste, mechanical and/or chemical. Artworks encompass numerous methods and techniques—new and old—used by today’s fiber and textile artists. Opening reception 9/12 from 4-6 p.m. some things looming Fiber Arts Gallery and Studio, 526 Washington St., Reading. 610-373-7337.
Sept. 16-Dec. 15
Art of the City:an Urban Art Show: featuring works by artists residing in the City of Reading. Opening reception 9/16 from 6-8 p.m. Berks Hall Gallery at RACC, 10 S. 2nd St., Reading. 610-898-1930.
Oct. 20-Dec. 10
Kit Rank: Opening reception, 10/21 from 5-7 p.m. Freedman Gallery, Albright College, 13th & Bern St., Reading. 610-921-7526.
Oct. 21-Nov. 21
The Lively Art in Picture Books: Illustrations from the Collection of Robert Dornish: featuring over 70 original works of art from which book illustration have been derived, executed in a variety of mediums. Reception 10/21 from 4-6 p.m. Sharadin Art Gallery, Kutztown University, 15200 Kutztown Rd., Kutztown. 610-683-4546.
Oct. 28-Dec. 9
Hot Wax-Contemporary Encaustic Work: opening reception 10/28 from 6-8 p.m. Freyberger Gallery, Perkins Student Center at Penn State Berks, Broadcasting Rd., Wyomissing. 610-396-6140.
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Music
Sept. 5
Music in Centre Park: a festival of free music by local musicians every Sunday (weather permitting) in Centre Park, sponsored by John P. Feeney Funeral Home, Inc. Bring blankets or lawn chairs; refreshments will be available at a nominal charge. Admission is free! 6-8:30 p.m. 610-375-7860.
Sept. 5
Christopher Dean Band: regional blues and soul band based out of the Central New Jersey area, with a reputation as a top-notch blues outfit that invites audiences on a toe-tapping fun filled ride. Part of the Summer in the Park concert series. 6-8 p.m. Free admission. Gring's Mill Park, Tulpehocken Rd., Wyomissing.
Sept. 17
Dance Hall Docs: Funky Friday at the Canal St. Pub. 9 p.m.-?? $10 advance/$14 at the door. Drink specials with advance ticket purchase. 535 Canal St., Reading. 888-412-7268.
Sept. 19
Ringgold Band’s Museum Concert: at the Reading Public Museum. 3-5 p.m. Free admission. 500 Museum Rd., West Reading.
Sept. 25
Majore Piano Trio: featuring violinist Johannes Dietrich, cellist Marie-Aline Cadieux and pianist Rebecca Butler, featuring repertoire spanning five centuries; part of the Albright College “Star Series.” 7:30 p.m. Free. Roop Hall at Albright College Center for the Arts, 13th & Bern St., Reading. 610-921-7526.
Oct. 2
Reading Symphony Orchestra: German Heritage, with Wagner’s Tannhäuser Overture, Schumann’s Piano Concerto in A Minor, and Brahms’ Symphony No. 1 in C Minor; featuring Alon Goldstein, Soloist. 8 p.m. Tickets: $18-68. Sovereign Performing Arts Center, 136 N. 6 St., Reading. 610-373-7557, info@readingsymphony.org.
Oct. 10
Matthew Graybil: Lancasternative Matthew Graybil is a gifted emerging artist who performs as a recitalist, concert soloist and chamber musician in the United States and abroad. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $12/Adult, $8/Student. RACC Miller Center for the Arts, 4 N. Second St., Reading.
Oct. 10
Gabriel Chamber Ensemble “Goes Baroque”: chamber orchestra setting with baroque and modern instruments. Features: Handel-Concerto Grosso, Dragonetti-Double Bass Concerto, Mendelssohn-String Symphony #8. 3 p.m. Jerusalem Lutheran Church, 252 Dock St., Schuylkill Haven. 570-943-2558.
Oct. 12
Sphinx Chamber Orchestra - featuring Elena Urisote, violin and the Harlem Quartet: a twenty piece string ensemble comprising top alumni of the national Sphinx Competition for young Black and Latino string players. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $33.50/Adult, $20/Student, $10/Child. Schaeffer Auditorium. Kutztown University. 610-683-4092.
Oct. 16
Twist and Shout: The Music of the Beatles: Twist & Shoutis the definitive Beatles experience. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $35/Adult, $20/Student, $10/Child. Schaeffer Auditorium. Kutztown University. 610-683-4092.
Oct. 22
Trio Voronezh: three Russian musicians who play bayan (accordion), domra (similar to a mandolin), and double bass balalaika.; part of the Albright College “Star Series.” 7:30 p.m. Tickets $35, General Admission, $25, Student with ID. MPK Chapel at Albright College Center for the Arts, 13th & Bern St., Reading. 610-921-7526.
Oct. 23
Fall Pops Choral Concert: the Albright College Choral Ensembles. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Free. MPK Memorial Chapel at Albright College Center for the Arts, 13th & Bern St., Reading. 610-921-7526.
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Dance
Sept. 25
Rioult Master Class: a community partnership activity, in conjunction with Miller Center’s show. 4 p.m. Berks Ballet Theatre, 201 Washington St., Suite 401, Reading. 610.372.4721, x5500.
Sept. 26
Rioult Dance Company: This renowned New York-based modern dance company creates and presents the sensual, articulate, and exquisite works of Pascal Rioult.Post-performance meet-and-greet with Rioult company members and Mr. Rioult. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $27/Advance, $32/at door, $20/Student. RACC Miller Center for the Arts, 4 N. Second St., Reading.
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Theater
To Sept. 4
Man of LaMancha: The beloved musical about the transformative power of art. Part of the Main Stage Series. Ephrata Performing ArtsCenter, 320 Cocalico St., Ephrata. 717-733-7966, x 221 or 224.
Sept. 10-19
Hansel & Gretel – A Modern Tale: directed by Debbi Silas; musical direction by Ray Rhoads. Reading Community Players, 403 N. 11 St., Reading. 610-375-9106, RCPtheatre@gmail.com.
Sept. 17-26
Dog Sees God: Catch up with C.B and the rest of the gang as they traverse the perils of their high school years. C.B searches for meaning after the untimely death of his beloved beagle, and soon finds himself back in familiar territory-questioning everything. The years have changed them all! Mature themes, directed by Kirk Lawrence. Genesius Theatre, 153 N. 10 St., Reading. 610-371-8151. GenesiusTheatre@verizon.net.
Sept. 30-Oct. 9
Grey Gardens: What had happened to two of the brightest names in the Social Register? Based on the famous Grey Gardens documentary. Part of the Main Stage Series. Ephrata Performing ArtsCenter, 320 Cocalico St., Ephrata. 717-733-7966, x 221 or 224.
Oct. 9
Sideways Stories from Wayside School: the Yocum Institute family series returns to the Miller Center with Louis Sachar's zany Sideways Stories.Part of the Greater Reading Literary Festival.11 a.m. & 3 p.m. Tickets: $9/Adult, $7/Child. RACC Miller Center for the Arts, 4 N. Second St., Reading.
Oct. 22-31
Evil Dead, the Musical: directed by David A. Mote, mature themes. Reading Community Players, 403 N. 11 St., Reading. 610-375-9106, RCPtheatre@gmail.com.
Oct. 23
The Flying Karamazov Brothers: Entertaining audiences for over thirty years, the Flying Karamazov Brothers (FKB) combine slapstick comedy, physical theater, exuberant music, and world-class juggling for a hilarious and engaging show. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $27/Advance, $32/at door, $20/Student. RACC Miller Center for the Arts, 4 N. Second St., Reading.
Oct. 31
Michael Cooper: Masked Marvels and Wondertales: Get in the Halloween spirit with Michael Cooper, an eye-popping visual artist whose exquisite performances have dazzled audiences for almost thirty years;part of the KU Children’s Performing Arts Series. 2 p.m. Tickets: $10/Adult, $10/Child. Schaeffer Auditorium. Kutztown University. 610-683-4092.
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Film
Sept. & Oct.
GoggleWorks Film Theatre: Ongoing screenings of new independent, art & foreign films. Call for current feature and show times. GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, 201 Washington St. 610-374-4600.
Sept. & Oct.
Movies at the Library: Every Saturday at 12 p.m. in the children’s space; Reading Public Library Main Branch at 5th & Franklin Sts., Reading. 610-655-6355.
Sept. 17
Wings Across the Channel - Chuck Lidell: Wings Across the Channel is an engaging tale of California's most famous island and its unique partnership with aviation from the first flight in 1912 to grand seaplanes of today. Part of the Illustrated Lecture Series. 1p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $7/Adult, $6/Senior-Student. RACC Miller Center for the Arts, 4 N. Second St., Reading.
Oct. 3
A Night of Independent Film presents “Location, Location”: premier of the Greater Reading Film Commission’s short film, shot in and around Greater Reading. Screening – 2 p.m. at the R/C Reading Movies 11 & IMAX, free and open to the public. Reception – 3 p.m. at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, admission $20. Part of the Greater Reading Film Festival monthly films series in the R/C Theaters at Entertainment Square, Second and Washington Sts., Reading.
Oct. 15
Cuba! - Marlin Darrah: Marlin Darrah takes us on a trip off the Florida coast to beautiful Cuba. From the bustling streets of Havana to the lush countryside of banana and sugarcane fields, Cuba is a treat for the senses! Part of the Illustrated Lecture Series. 1p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $7/Adult, $6/Senor-Student. RACC Miller Center for the Arts, 4 N. Second St., Reading.
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Literature
Sept. & Oct.
Berks Bards Poetry Events: First Thursday poetry in GoggleWorks Cucina Café. Open mic. 6 p.m. GoggleWorks, 201 Washington St., Reading.
Sept. 21 & Oct. 19
Artist and Writers Forum: every third Tuesday, 7 p.m. New Arts Program, 173 W. Main, Kutztown. 610-683-6440.
October
“Reading Reads”The Greater Reading Literary Festival: various locations in and around Greater Reading throughout the month.
Oct. 2
Annual Book and Bake Sale: support Historic Schaefferstown by selecting new and gently used books, videos, and audio in every genre. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Brendle Museum, Historic Schaefferstown. 717-949-2244, info@hsimuseum.org.
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Special Events
Sept. & Oct.
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site: Early Sept.: apple sales begin. 9/18: Harvest Time. 9/28: National Public Lands Day. 10/2-3: Calm Before the Storm. 10/23: Halloween at Hopewell. Events are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Showcasing an iron plantation and its surrounding countryside, preserving and interpreting an early American industrial landscape. All of the park’s facilities are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wed. through Sun. including Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day & Veteran’s Day. Closed other Federal Holidays. On Mon. and Tues., the Visitor Center and historic village are closed, the grounds & restrooms remain open. 5 miles south of Birdsboro off Rte. 345. Free admission. 610-582-8773. hofu_superintendent@nps.gov,
Sept. 4
7th Annual Taste of Hamburg-er Festival: Free admission food festival celebrating the hamburger: lots of burger stands,family entertainment on numerous streets, crafters / artists, and children's activities. Hosted by Our Town Foundation.10 a.m.-6 p.m. Downtown Hamburg. 610-562-3106.
Sept. 11
GoggleWorks 5th Anniversary Gala: Fabulous 5!: celebrate five years of the GoggleWorks, featuring five floors of art, culture, music, food, and libations! Engage your senses as you mingle with the artists in their studios, bid on live and silent auction items and enjoy performances by GoggleWorks Arts Partners. 5-10 p.m. Tickets: $125. 201 Washington St., Reading. 610-374-4600.
Sept. 11 & 12
PA Glass Trail 2010: see the world through rose-colored glasses- as part of this artisan trail, you’ll see the world through glass of every color imaginable!An innovative glass art tour connecting the GoggleWorks with independent glass artists´ studios, galleries featuring glass and art glass shops along the Route 222 corridor from Lancaster to Bethlehem.
Sept. 12
24th Annual Arts & Antiques Fair: stroll the delightful shady paths in Centre Park while browsing antiques, fine arts, and the work of local craftspeople. Enjoy a beautiful September afternoon -- for free -- and sample a variety of food for sale from local restaurants. Live music entertainment is provided throughout the day.10 a.m.-5 p.m. Centre Park at Douglass St. & Centre Ave., Reading. 610-375-7860.
Sept. 12 & Oct. 10
GoggleWorks Second Sunday Open House: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. features opening receptions for gallery exhibits, meet working artists, live hot glass blowing demonstrations, featured artists on Second and Third floors, First floor café, music and more. Free parking. GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, 201 Washington St., Reading. 610-374-4600,
Sept. 18
3rd Annual Fall Festival on the Avenue: live music, local artisans, the Oktoberfest beer garden, and food vendors along Penn Avenue in West Reading. Hayrides, a pumpkin patch and other activities are scheduled throughout the avenue from the 400 block to the 700 block. Free admission. 12-9 p.m.
Sept. 18 & 19
Fall Harvest Fair: celebrate the harvest the Pennsylvania Dutch way! Enjoy period artisans, crafts, cooking. baking. cider-pressing, field and farm demonstrations, traditional music and entertainment, and much, much more! Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. $5.00. Historic Schaefferstown. 717-949-2244, info@hsimuseum.org.
Sept. 22
Spirits of Skyline Drive: celebrate the Autumn equinox at the William Penn Memorial Fire Tower on the summit of Mt. Penn. Ghost stories told by Charlie Adams and much more! Free admission and parking, nominal fee for tower tour. Hosted by Pagoda-Skyline, Inc. 610-375-6399.
Sept. 24
Coggins Award Presentation: honoring Fred & Deb Gurman. 6-9 p.m. Tickets: $35. At the Stirling Guest Hotel, 1120 Centre Ave., Reading. 610-376-1576.
Sept. 25
33rd Annual Walk for the Animals/Walktoberfest: benefiting the Humane Society of Berks County. Exhibits, concerts, food, music, kid’s activities and fun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. First Energy Stadium, 101-193 Arch St., Reading. 610-921-2348.
Sept. 25
Grandparents Day at the Museum: a day of family fun! Grandparents and kids will enjoy a family-friendly Planetarium Show, tour of the Museum, snacks, story readings and a keepsake art project. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost: $5 adult, $3 child for members / $7 adult, $5 child non-members. Reading Public Museum, 500 Museum Rd., West Reading. 610-371-5850.
Sept. 26
Art Plus 10th Anniversary Celebration: an afternoon of art, wine cheese and chocolate. 2-5 p.m. At the Stirling Guest Hotel, 1120 Centre Ave., Reading. 610-375-9122.
Sept. 26
Art in the Afternoon: artist reception and talk, featuring local artist and educator Sandi Turner in the home of Marlin and Regina Gouger-Miller. Space limited, reservations required. 4-6 p.m. Tickets: $20/BAC members; $25/non-members. 610-898-1930.
Oct. 2
4 Centuries in Berks Historic Property Tour: this year exploring the architectural treasures of Bern Township. Tour in your own car - advance tickets: $22/Day of Tour tickets: $25. Bus tour available for $50, hosted by George M. Meiser. Historical Society of Berks County, 940 Centre Ave., Reading. 610-375-4375.
Oct. 2 & 3
29th Annual Berks County Heritage Festival: Experience the historic, cultural and transportation heritage of Berks County. See antique autos, farm equipment, wagons, arts & crafts, food and musical entertainment. Berks County Heritage Center, Red Bridge Rd. Reading. 11 am-5 pm. Free, with $2 parking donation. 610-374-8839.
Oct. 18-23
BCTV Octoberfest: week-long benefit auction televised live from the Boscov’s Court at the Fairgrounds Square Mall. Times vary daily. For info and to register to bid: 610-374-3065, bctv@bctv.org.
Oct. 30
47th Annual King Frost Parade: largest fall parade on the East Coast. Marching bands, floats, celebrities, masqueraders and more! Rain date: Nov. 6. 7 p.m. Downtown Hamburg. 610-562-3106.
Oct. 30
GoggleWorks Family Halloween Studio Crawl: calling all kids…come in costume for an evening of “Halloween” fun for the entire family. Trick-or-treat with the artists in their studios, eat spooky snacks, drink scary punch, enjoy the art, make your own art project, and win prizes. Ages 2-12, children MUST be accompanied by adult. Tickets: $5. 3-5 p.m. 201 Washington St., Reading. 610-374-4600.
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Tours
Ongoing
The Reading Public Museum Outreach Programs: Informative, educational and fun presentations for groups. For a list of topics, cost and more info, contact Sherry Ritchey at 610-371-5850 x224, or email: sherryritchey@readingpublicmuseum.org
Ongoing
GoggleWorks Center for the Arts: tour the Goggleworks every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Free. 201 Washington St., Reading. Register at the information desk. 610-374-4600.
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Last updated on 8/30/10