30th Anniversary Celebration at Stirling
Saturday, January 28 – 6:30 p.m.
A fabulous evening starts with wine and hors d’ oeuvres, followed by a gracious buffet with live music. After a short program of 30th Anniversary highlights, the evening concludes
with a dessert reception. For ticket information call 610-375-7860 or click here to purchase tickets!
Stirling Guest Hotel
1120 Centre Avenue, Reading
30th Anniversary Screening of Reading, Time & Architecture
Thursday, February 16 – 7:30 p.m.
Not seen for 30 years, Reading, Time & Architecture was a
series of programs on BCTV produced by the City of
Reading Planning Bureau. This series was based on research
and information generated by the Comprehensive Historic
Survey of Reading completed in 1980. It highlights the history, craftsmanship and architecture of Reading and the reasons for preservation. – Donation appreciated.
CPHD Headquarters / Artifacts Bank
707 N 5th Street, Reading
Community Meeting
Wednesday, March 7 – 7:30 p.m.
Various City officials and department heads will be in attendance to discuss City programs and projects. Your questions
or concerns will also be heard.
CPHD Headquarters / Artifacts Bank
707 N 5th Street, Reading
Seminar – “How to Restore Rotted Wood”
Thursday, March 22 – 7:30 p.m.
Steve Long, President of Protective Coating Co., will demonstrate ways to restore rotted wood using epoxy products.
Donation appreciated.
CPHD Headquarters / Artifacts Bank
707 N. 5th Street, Reading
Artifacts Bank Spring Doorbuster Sale
Saturday, April 21 – 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
In celebration of our 30th Anniversary, all merchandise
(except items on consignment) will receive a 30% discount
during the sale.
CPHD Headquarters / Artifacts Bank
707 N. 5th Street, Reading
Seminar – “Gardens with Personality”
Wednesday, April 18 – 7:30 p.m.
Gloria Day, owner of Pretty Dirty Ladies Inc., will discuss ways
to make your garden unique and inviting. Donation appreciated.
CPHD Headquarters / Artifacts Bank
707 N. 5th Street, Reading
Spring Flea Market
Saturday, May 5 – 8:00 a.m.
(Rain date: Sunday, May 6)
Sell or buy junktiques, crafts, collectables, etc. Bake table
and refreshments available.
To sell, reserve space by calling 610-375-7860
In Centre Park
700 block of Centre Ave. between Oley & Douglass Sts., Reading
Seminar – “Why Does All This Old Stuff Matter”
Tuesday, May 15 – 7:30 p.m.
Mindy Crawford, Executive Director of Preservation
Pennsylvania, will speak on the importance of historic preservation and the various reasons why people care about history. Donation appreciated.
CPHD Headquarters/ Artifacts Bank
707 N 5th Street, Reading
Food & Wine Tasting in the Gardens of Centre Park
Friday, June 22 – 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy the fare of local wineries and caterers in some of
Readings best kept secrets – the Gardens of the Centre Park
Historic District.
Tickets available the day of the Tour in Centre Park.
Also available in advance by secure payment portal at
www.centrepark.org
Music in Centre Park
Sundays, July 22 through September 2 – 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
(Weather Permitting)
Local musicians perform under the cool trees of Centre Park.
Admission is free – Bring your own chairs.
In Centre Park
700 Block of Centre Ave, between Oley & Douglass Sts. Reading
Community Meeting
Tuesday, August 14 – 7:30 p.m.
Various City officials and department heads will be in attendance to discuss City programs and projects. Your questions
or concerns will also be heard.
CPHD Headquarters / Artifacts Bank
707 N 5th Street, Reading
Olde House Fair
Saturday, September 22 – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(Rain date: Sunday, September 23)
A home improvement showcase for the older home featuring
local contractors, artisans, artists and decorators.
In Centre Park
700 Block of Centre Ave., between Oley & Douglass Sts. Reading
Artifacts Bank Fall Doorbuster Sale
Sunday, September 30 – 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
In celebration of our 30th Anniversary all merchandise
(except items on consignment) will receive a 30% discount
during the sale.
CPHD Headquarters / Artifacts Bank
707 N 5th Street, Reading
Fall Flea Market
Saturday, October 6 – 8:00 a.m.
(Rain date: Sunday, Oct. 7)
Sell or buy junktiques, crafts, collectables, etc. Bake sale and
refreshments available.
To sell, reserve space by calling 610-375-7860
In Centre Park
700 Block of Centre Ave., between Oley & Douglass Sts., Reading
Happy Birthday Centre Park Historic District
Saturday, October 27 – 7:00 p.m.
Please join us for a pot luck dinner and cake as we celebrate
our birthday. 30 years ago, on October 27, 1982 the Centre
Park Historic District was established. The highlight of the
evening will be burning the mortgage of our headquarters,
one year early. Thank you for helping us reach this goal.
Adrienne’s Inn at Centre Park
730 Centre Avenue, Reading
Seminar – “Decorating for the Holidays”
Monday, November 19 – 7:30 p.m.
Interior Designer Norman Kohl of Nathan Mayo &
Associates will share some of his favorite Christmas decorating ideas and demonstrate how to transform your garden
planters into festive holiday arrangements.
CPHD Headquarters / Artifacts Bank
707 N. 5th Street, Reading
Christmas Tree Sale
Saturday, December 1 thru Sunday, December 9
Local fresh cut trees will be for sale at the Artifacts Bank.
CPHD Headquarters / Artifacts Bank
707 N. 5th Street, Reading
Christmas Party in the Park
Saturday, December 1 – 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Bring the family and start the holiday season with your
friends and neighbors. Hot chocolate, popcorn, Santa and
more. Official lighting of the Centre Park Christmas Tree at
5:00 p.m.
In Centre Park
700 Block of Centre Ave. between Oley & Douglass Sts. Reading
28th Annual Christmas House Tour
Sunday, December 9 – 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Visit a variety of historic properties decorated for the holiday
season. Admission includes refreshments served at the
Historical Society of Berks County.
Tickets available the day of the Tour in Centre Park.
Also available in advance by secure payment portal at
www.centrepark .org