Museum Events
March 25, 2010
Join your friends at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 25, at Gerald Veasley's Jazz Base at the Crowne Plaza Reading and be a part of the world-renowned VF Outlet Berks Jazz Fest for a night of music and fun. Saxophonist Mike Eben and his band, "From the HIP," will deliver their own spin on classic and modern jazz, soul, funk and fusion.
Tickets are $10 at the door or available by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3300. GRYP and Leadership Berks Core Class Members and Alumni can stop by the Culture Soup table inside the Jazz Base to pick up a voucher for a free glass of Barefoot wine or beer donated by Eagle Distributing. (Must have valid show ticket for a voucher. One voucher per person. Limited number of vouchers; first come, first served.) Also, while at the Culture Soup table, enter to win a "Basket of Goodies" from participating Culture Soup Organizations.
Culture Soup is a collaborative effort between the Reading Public Museum, the Reading Symphony Orchestra, Greater Reading Young Professionals, Leadership Berks at Alvernia University and Berks Arts Council. The mission of Culture Soup is to work together to develop unique arts programming designed to engage young professionals in our Greater Reading Community.
Event Time: 7 p.m.
Learn More...March 26, 2010
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Performance by Barbara Meyer Darlin. Back by popular demand!!
Join us for the second of Ms. Darlin's presentations. This fall, she presented the popular Unlacing the Victorian Woman to a sold-out crowd. Arsenic & Tight Lace is an interactive, one-woman show that will illustrate how women made themselves beautiful at the turn of the century.
Darlin will explore the topics of complexion and hair, use of cosmetics, personal hygiene, and how women achieved an hourglass figure without diet and exercise. She will also incorporate her own collection of formal historic dress and accessories into the program. Participants may enjoy complimentary wine and light hors d'oeuvres prior to the lecture.
Cost: $15 Members / $20 Non-Members
For questions or reservations, contact Anne Corso in the Department of Education at 610-371-5850 x 227 or at anne.corso@readingpublicmuseum.org.
For a PDF of the official registration form, click "learn more" below.
Event Time: 6 p.m.
Learn More...April 04, 2010
Celebrate an old local tradition - Easter at the Museum Sunday, April 4, noon-4 p.m. featuring an egg-hunt, Bob the Builder™, Museum Memories (prizes for new submissions), walks through the Arboretum, photos with Easter Bunny and more.
Free admission! Sponsored by Rock Hits Y-102.
Details below.
Event Time: Noon-4 p.m.
Learn More...April 24, 2010
We have a new look to the Gala this year! Come and see what everyone
will be talking about as "THE event of the season."
Click on "learn more" below for details!
Event Time: 6:00 p.m.
Learn More...May 06, 2010
Come out and celebrate spring! Listen to live music by local favorite Maggie Spike. Watch as "Best of Berks" winner Petals on Penn designer creates a whimsical floral arrangement based on a favorite artwork in the Museum's collection.
Enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar.
$5 Members/$10 Non-Members
Promotional Sponsor: Y-102
Event Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Learn More...May 16, 2010
Taught by Penn State Master Gardeners, a four-part series of Sunday afternoon classes. (meet at 2 p.m. on the steps of the Museum). Each session includes a presentation of the topic and a stroll to appropriate areas of the Arboretum.
May 16 - Design Concepts - Learn how the application of design elements and principles can provide visual continuity throughout any garden.
MAY 23 - Right Plant, Right Place - Join our experts as we walk the grounds to observe and discuss the successes (and failures) of plantings. Learn why the siting of plants with regard to soil, sun or shade, moisture and hardiness zone is critical to gardening success.
JUNE 6 - Foliage and Texture - How does textural diversity contribute to the visual quality of your garden? Join our presenters in the Arboretum to explore the textures, colors and forms that combine to create an appealing landscape.
June 13 - A Garden for All Seasons - Spring enchantment - Summer bounty - Fall color - Winter interest
Cost: $8 Museum Members/$12 Non-Members per class or $25 Museum Members/$40 Non-Members for class package (all 4 classes). Space is limited.
For more info and a registration flier, click "learn more."
Event Time: 2 p.m.
Learn More...May 23, 2010
Taught by Penn State Master Gardeners, a four-part series of Sunday
afternoon classes. (meet at 2 p.m. on the steps of the Museum). Each
session includes a presentation of the topic and a stroll to
appropriate areas of the Arboretum.
MAY 16 - Design Concepts - Learn how the application of design elements and principles can provide visual continuity throughout any garden.
MAY 23 - Right Plant, Right Place
- Join our experts as we walk the grounds to observe and discuss the
successes (and failures) of plantings. Learn why the siting of plants
with regard to soil, sun or shade, moisture and hardiness zone is
critical to gardening success.
JUNE 6 - Foliage and Texture -
How does textural diversity contribute to the visual quality of your
garden? Join our presenters in the Arboretum to explore the textures,
colors and forms that combine to create an appealing landscape.
June 13 - A Garden for All Seasons - Spring enchantment - Summer bounty - Fall color - Winter interest
Cost: $8 Museum Members/$12 Non-Members per class or $25 Museum Members/$40 Non-Members for class package (all 4 classes). Space is limited.
For more info and a registration flier, click "learn more."
Event Time: 2 p.m.
Learn More...June 04, 2010
Get in touch with your inner Dionysus and join us for an evening celebrating wine! Enjoy a short lecture by wine expert Frank Patterson on the origins of wine and related customs in Ancient Greece. You'll also enjoy a Gallery Talk on the Museum's collection of Ancient Greek wine vessels, plus a tasting of authentic Greek wines, courtesy of Wonderful Ethnic Imports, LLC.
Cost: $15 Members/$20 Non-Members (includes lecture, wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres and Museum admission. Pre-registration is required.
For more info and a registration form, click on "Learn More" below. Or call 610-371-5850 x227.
Event Time: 6 p.m.
Learn More...June 06, 2010
Taught by Penn State Master Gardeners, a four-part series of Sunday
afternoon classes. (meet at 2 p.m. on the steps of the Museum). Each
session includes a presentation of the topic and a stroll to
appropriate areas of the Arboretum.
MAY 16 - Design Concepts - Learn how the application of design elements and principles can provide visual continuity throughout any garden.
MAY 23 - Right Plant, Right Place - Join our experts as we walk the grounds to observe and discuss the
successes (and failures) of plantings. Learn why the siting of plants
with regard to soil, sun or shade, moisture and hardiness zone is
critical to gardening success.
JUNE 6 - Foliage and Texture -
How does textural diversity contribute to the visual quality of your
garden? Join our presenters in the Arboretum to explore the textures,
colors and forms that combine to create an appealing landscape.
June 13 - A Garden for All Seasons - Spring enchantment - Summer bounty - Fall color - Winter interest
Cost: $8 Museum Members/$12 Non-Members per class or $25 Museum Members/$40 Non-Members for class package (all 4 classes). Space is limited.
For more info and a registration flier, click "learn more."
Event Time: 2 p.m.
Learn More...June 08, 2010 through June 09, 2010
On the Museum grounds... details soon! (Rain date June 10)
Event Time: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Learn More...June 13, 2010
Taught by Penn State Master Gardeners, a four-part series of Sunday
afternoon classes. (meet at 2 p.m. on the steps of the Museum). Each
session includes a presentation of the topic and a stroll to
appropriate areas of the Arboretum.
MAY 16 - Design Concepts - Learn how the application of design elements and principles can provide visual continuity throughout any garden.
MAY 23 - Right Plant, Right Place
- Join our experts as we walk the grounds to observe and discuss the
successes (and failures) of plantings. Learn why the siting of plants
with regard to soil, sun or shade, moisture and hardiness zone is
critical to gardening success.
JUNE 6 - Foliage and Texture -
How does textural diversity contribute to the visual quality of your
garden? Join our presenters in the Arboretum to explore the textures,
colors and forms that combine to create an appealing landscape.
June 13 - A Garden for All Seasons - Spring enchantment - Summer bounty - Fall color - Winter interest
Cost: $8 Museum Members/$12 Non-Members per class or $25 Museum Members/$40 Non-Members for class package (all 4 classes). Space is limited.
For more info and a registration flier, click "learn more."
Event Time: 2 p.m.
Learn More...November 20, 2010 through November 21, 2010
Don't miss this 8th annual show and sale featuring contemporary and traditional artisans.
Details soon!
Event Time: Museum Hours
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