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Reading Public Library Serving the City of Reading & Berks County. RPL - Read Play Live

Committed to closing the literary, cultural & digital divides in our community by empowering people through literacy and access to information, creating a space where everyone feels inspired to learn & connect.

RPL was honored to receive the Eugene A. Shirk Community Building Organization Award presented by BCTV Berks this week. ...
10/22/2026

RPL was honored to receive the Eugene A. Shirk Community Building Organization Award presented by BCTV Berks this week. We are so grateful to receive this prestigious award among the ranks of our inspiring peers like Pat Giles, the recipient of this year's Community Builder Award, and John & Winnie Hoskyns-Abrahall of Bullfrog Films, the recipients of this year's Community Media Award.

Thank you to BCTV for honoring us with this award and hosting a fantastic celebration in the spirit of their 50th anniversary!

This Saturday, celebrate autumn with crafts, food, and games at RPL Main's Fall Festival! Our Children's Department will...
10/20/2026

This Saturday, celebrate autumn with crafts, food, and games at RPL Main's Fall Festival! Our Children's Department will have activities and fall fun for the whole family. We will also have pumpkin painting at 1PM for adults downstairs.

10/19/2026

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Let us know if we've convinced you to come to Designer Purse Bingo after reading this 😃👛Don't miss a fun (and possibly c...
10/18/2026

Let us know if we've convinced you to come to Designer Purse Bingo after reading this 😃👛

Don't miss a fun (and possibly competitive) opportunity to support Reading Public Library on Sunday, November 8! Your support keeps books on the shelves and resources available for everyone at Reading Public Library.

👛 Designer Purse Bingo
📆 Sunday, November 8 at 1PM (Doors open at 11:30AM)
📍 Centro Hispano Casa Senior Center (25 N 2nd St, Reading PA 19601 - Free and easy parking will be available!)

Tickets are $25 in advance. It’s time to rally your bingo-loving friends and save your spot – Seats are going fast!

https://readingpubliclibrary.org/purse-bingo/

This next For the Culture book club is a real treat... Because local author David Nazario will be joining us to discuss ...
10/17/2026

This next For the Culture book club is a real treat... Because local author David Nazario will be joining us to discuss his book, "Make Love Your Religion"!

David's personal stories of creating a life he loves in the odds of his circumstances in "Make Love Your Religion" inspire readers to rise above their hardships and put love at the forefront of all they do. Book club guests are invited to ask questions or chat further about David's journey and advice offered in his book.

We will meet at Barrio Alegría, located at 140 N 5th St, Reading PA 19601 on Friday, November 6 at 6PM. Copies of the book are available at the front desk of the Main Library, and you can also purchase a signed copy at the event!

RPL Northeast Branch will host a Commssioners' Town Hall on Tuesday, November 10 at 6PM. County Commissioners Leinbach, ...
10/17/2026

RPL Northeast Branch will host a Commssioners' Town Hall on Tuesday, November 10 at 6PM. County Commissioners Leinbach, Rivera, and Santoni will share information about the county and provide updates on county projects.

This event is free and open to the public.

10/16/2026

That one friend who can't stay chill at Purse Bingo 😪😂

Purse Bingo to Benefit Reading Public Library
🗓 Sunday, November 8
🕙 1PM, doors open at 11:30 AM
📍 Centro Hispano Casa Senior Center
🎟 $25 tickets in advance, $35 at the door

Get your tickets on our website or the link in our bio!

10/15/2026

There aren't many free community spaces where you can come as you are to discuss all things emotional wellness. DuQuane from Thrive N Peak | Personal Growth is working to change that.

This Monday, October 19 at 4:30PM in the Main Library, enjoy a community conversation about building an emotional toolbox to become the adult you needed growing up. We will discuss mindfulness, awareness, self compassion, and so much more - without any expectations of sharing. Just come as you are, and know all are welcome.

Nobody has to walk through their emotional wellness journey alone. Come seek the village of support you need to get started in this free session.

There is still time to reserve your spot for the William Penn Memorial Fire Tower Anniversary event this Saturday! Part...
10/15/2026

There is still time to reserve your spot for the William Penn Memorial Fire Tower Anniversary event this Saturday!

Part 1 - Tower History Lecture and Program:
10:30 AM at RPL Southeast Branch (RSVP to save your spot)

Begin the celebration with local Skyline historians Corrie Crupi and Mike Reinert for a presentation about the William Penn Memorial Fire Tower, its construction, and the Works Progress Administration (WPA) era that helped shape the Mount Penn landscape.

Next, librarian Ryan Yanchocik will share highlights from RPL's WPA and Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) collections, including historic Mount Penn photographs.

Part 2 - Tower Climb and Grounds Exploration:
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM - William Penn Memorial Fire Tower

Tour the historic William Penn Memorial Fire Tower, climb to the top and take in the spectacular 60-mile panoramic view, and explore the surrounding WPA-and CCC-era grounds.

Corrie and Mike will help bring the mountain's history to life as you discover remnants of the Gravity Railroad, learn about the former Summit House hotel, and explore the stories hidden throughout this historic landscape.

Save your spot for this free event using the link in the comments!

Pagoda-Skyline Inc.

10/14/2026

If we don't hold it down at Purse Bingo, who will?

Purse Bingo to Benefit Reading Public Library
🗓 Sunday, November 8
🕙 1PM, doors open at 11:30 AM
📍 Centro Hispano Casa Senior Center
🎟 $25 tickets in advance, $35 at the door

Get your tickets on our website or the link in our bio!

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100 S 5th Street
Reading, PA
19602

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Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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