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The Creative Book Club is a book club for those with creative tendencies of all kinds, held at Milk Bar. The group meets every 6 weeks to discuss a book but also if the themes influenced our creativity in any way. Tickets are limited so please pre-book. You are also welcome to donate to Jelly if you wish too but please don't feel any obligation to donate at all. As part of the Book Club the Milk Team design a cocktail inspired by themes and flavours in the book, there is an option to buy this or a drink of your choosing direct from Milk on the evening if you would like. 22nd April - Whale Fall by Elizabeth O’Connor It is 1938 and for Manod, a young woman living on a remote island off the coast of Wales, the world looks ready to end just as she is trying to imagine a future for herself. Follow @thecreativebookclub on Instagram for updates and share your book inspired snaps with the group by tagging them in Policies By attending this workshop you are agreeing to act in accordance with our online safety and online behaviour policy which can be viewed here: https://www.jelly.org.uk/policies Inclusivity, safety, respect, confidentiality and consent are fundamental principles at Jelly workshops and events. By attending this workshop you are agreeing to act in accordance with our workshop behaviour policy which can be viewed here: https://www.jelly.org.uk/policies This workshop is taking place in the community. See venue description on where to find us. Inclusivity, safety, respect, confidentiality and consent are fundamental principles at Jelly workshops and events. Frequently asked questions: We are a small team working behind the scenes answering your questions. If you email us via eventbrite or via our website we will answer as soon as we can. Venue Description This session is taking place at Milk Bar http://www.milkreading.com The address is 8 Merchants Place, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1DT. Our apologies that Milk bar has no step free access. How can I find out more about Jelly? Sign up to our newsletter - www.jelly.org.uk/newsletter Information Source: Jelly | eventbrite

Explore accurate Reading v Barnsley sporting information for 3rd May, as well as links for Football news, tickets and more with Fixture Calendar. The Reading Football Club, also known as The Royals, is a professional English football team based in Berkshire, Madejski Stadium0. The team was founded in 1871 and currently competes in the EFL Championship, the second tier of English football. Over the years, The Royals have achieved numerous accolades, including winning the EFL Championship title in 2012 and reaching the Madejski Stadium1 semi-finals in 2015. The club's home stadium is the Madejski Stadium, which has a capacity of over 24,000. The current squad boasts talented players such as Lucas João, Michael Olise, and Andy Rinomhota, all of whom have contributed to the team's success in recent years. With a strong history and a dedicated fan base, Reading FC is a force to be reckoned with in English football. Barnsley Football Club, also known as The Tykes, is a professional football team based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, Madejski Stadium0. Founded in 1887, the club has a rich history and has played in various competitions such as the Football League and Premier League. They currently compete in the EFL Championship, the second-highest division in English football. The team has also won numerous accolades, including the Football League Third Division title in 1981 and the Football League Trophy in 2016. Notable players who have donned the red and white jersey of Barnsley include John Stones, Alfie Mawson, and Ashley Ward. Oakwell Stadium serves as their home ground, with a capacity of over 23,000 seats. With a strong fan base and a talented team, Barnsley remains a force to be reckoned with in English football. Information Source: fixturecalendar.com

Self-guided visitsThe Hall Art Foundation in Reading, Vermont welcomes visitors to view its program of rotating, temporary exhibitions of contemporary art. Exhibitions are held seasonally, from May through November. Converted from a former dairy farm, the campus of converted galleries consists of a 19th-century stone farmhouse, three barns, as well as a reception center and cafe. The property’s 5 historic buildings make up approximately 6,000 sq. feet of museum-quality exhibition space. The farmhouse and barns sit next to a waterfall on a tributary of the Black River, and are surrounded by approximately 400 acres of pastures, hayfields and extensive woodland. Outdoor sculptures by world-renowned artists are installed throughout the grounds. Please check-in at our reception center for your self-guided visit. Hall Art Foundation 544 VT Route 106 Reading, VT 05062 Cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance will be refunded in full.Our self-guided visits are supplemented with additional information that can be accessed via QR codes installed throughout the exhibitions, free-of-charge. If possible, visitors are encouraged to bring personal smartphones or small tablets, as well as headphones to enhance their experience. A limited number of devices are available for guests who do not already have their own.All guests have access to our cafe where refreshments including sandwiches, salads, baked goods, snacks, bottled beverages and coffee are available for purchase.Every young visitor must be accompanied by an adult. In the galleries, every young visitor must hold the hand of an adult or remain in their physical control at all times. We do not admit groups with more children than adults without advance written agreement. Any visitors, including children that are loud or disruptive will be asked to leave the galleries immediately. Please consider the suitability of our venue if you would like to bring a child with you. Exhibitions may contain material of a sexual or other potentially disturbing nature. Viewer discretion is therefore strongly advised. Childcare is not available.All guests are welcome to enjoy our grounds and walking trails. Appropriate footwear is recommended.Sharp implements, pens, large handbags, backpacks, and other bulky items are prohibited from the galleries.Visitors who behave inappropriately will be asked to leave.Umbrellas are available if needed.No pets, food or drink are permitted in the galleries.Smoking is prohibited throughout the property.Unless previously approved, photographs and video may only be taken for personal use. Photos may be shared on social media, and guests are invited to use the #hallartfoundation tag. Use of flash photography, tripods, selfie-sticks and telephoto lenses are not allowed. Information Source: Hall Art Foundation | eventbrite

A one hour docent-led tour of highlights from our exhibitions.The Hall Art Foundation in Reading, Vermont welcomes visitors to view its program of rotating, temporary exhibitions of contemporary art. Exhibitions are held seasonally, from May through November. Converted from a former dairy farm, the campus of converted galleries consists of a 19th-century stone farmhouse, three barns, as well as a reception center and cafe. The property’s 5 historic buildings make up approximately 6,000 sq. feet of museum-quality exhibition space. The farmhouse and barns sit next to a waterfall on a tributary of the Black River, and are surrounded by approximately 400 acres of pastures, hayfields and extensive woodland. Outdoor sculptures by world-renowned artists are installed throughout the grounds. Please check-in at our reception center for your tour. Hall Art Foundation 544 VT Route 106 Reading, VT 05062 Cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance will be refunded in full.Punctuality is essential. Arrivals after 10:15am will be unable to join the tour.All guests participating in a group tour are invited to enjoy the exhibitions at the end of the tour for a further self-guided visit. Our self-guided visits are supplemented with additional information that can be accessed via QR codes installed throughout the exhibitions, free-of-charge. If possible, visitors are encouraged to bring personal smartphones or small tablets, as well as headphones to enhance their experience. A limited number of devices are available for guests who do not already have their own.All guests have access to our cafe where refreshments including sandwiches, salads, baked goods, snacks, bottled beverages and coffee are available for purchase.Every young visitor must be accompanied by an adult. In the galleries, every young visitor must hold the hand of an adult or remain in their physical control at all times. We do not admit groups with more children than adults without advance written agreement. Any visitors, including children that are loud or disruptive will be asked to leave the galleries immediately. Please consider the suitability of our venue if you would like to bring a child with you. Exhibitions may contain material of a sexual or other potentially disturbing nature. Viewer discretion is therefore strongly advised. Childcare is not available.All guests are welcome to enjoy our grounds and walking trails. Appropriate footwear is recommended.Sharp implements, pens, large handbags, backpacks, and other bulky items are prohibited from the galleries.Visitors who behave inappropriately will be asked to leave.Umbrellas are available if needed.No pets, food or drink are permitted in the galleries.Smoking is prohibited throughout the property.Unless previously approved, photographs and video may only be taken for personal use. Photos may be shared on social media, and guests are invited to use the #hallartfoundation tag. Use of flash photography, tripods, selfie-sticks and telephoto lenses are not allowed. Information Source: Hall Art Foundation | eventbrite

Reading Indie Comedy Festival will return in 2025 between the 16 - 18 of May. The festival will comprise of 3 days of hilarious shows across Reading's independent comedy circuit. Further detail will follow as we confirm the festival programme so keep an eye on this page. The Festival Pass will grant entry to every show at the festival including The Comedy at Taproom Saturday Showcase 2025 with headliner Sean Walsh and The Comedy at the Pentahotel Double Headliner Showcase 2025 with Paul Sinha & Tom Davis. Friday 16 May Purple Turtle 7:30pm - Reading New Comedian of the Year Competition 2025 The Roseate Reading 8pm - Hasan Al-Habib, Death to the West Midlands! Saturday 17 May Purple Turtle 2pm - Reading Indie Comedy Festival presents: Matt Richardson 4pm - Reading Indie Comedy Festival presents: Sara Barron The Outlook 5pm - Reading Indie Comedy Festival presents: Sam Serrano Double-Barrelled Brewery 7:30pm - Comedy at the Taproom Saturday Showcase 2024 with Headliner Sean Walsh Sunday 18 May Milk Bar 2:30pm - Sam Michael: World's Oldest Man 4:30pm - Reading Indie Comedy Festival presents: Esther Manito 6:30pm - The Sunday Roast, Presented by Roast Battle UK The Purple Turtle 1pm - What's The Game Improv Reading Comedy Festival Showcase 2025 3pm - Reading Indie Comedy Festival present: Matt Rouse 5pm - Nicole Harris: Just Messing Around Pentahotel, Reading 7:30pm - Comedy at the Pentahotel Double Headliner Showcase 2025 with Paul Sinha & Tom Davis Information Source: Reading Indie Comedy Festival | eventbrite

Hasan Al-Habib, Death to the West Midlands! Arab. Muslim. Brummy. Hasan Al-Habib’s Iraqi parents came to Birmingham after deciding Baghdad wasn’t dangerous enough. The 2023 B’ham Comedy Festival Breaking Talent Award Winner’s debut show portrays his love for both cities, despite the hate they receive from the US Government / Leicester. “Al-Habib will be famous” (Rolling Stone) Deliciously funny (The Guardian) A man of a thousand voices (Rob Beckett) “super talented” (Mae Martin) He'll make a million doing this (Jamali Maddix) Advance: £5 Entry to Hasan Al-Habib, Death to the West Midlands! ONLY Festival pass: £50 Entry to all shows at Reading Indie Comedy Festival. Lineup subject to change. Timings may changes slightly as we finalise the festival schedule. Information Source: Reading Indie Comedy Festival | eventbrite

Reading Indie Comedy Festival will return in 2025 between the 16 - 18 of May. The festival will comprise of 3 days of hilarious shows across Reading's independent comedy circuit. Further detail will follow as we confirm the festival programme so keep an eye on this page. The Festival Pass will grant entry to every show at the festival including The Comedy at Taproom Saturday Showcase 2025 with headliner Sean Walsh and The Comedy at Taproom Sunday Showcase with headliner Paul Sinha. ... Kicking off the festival is Reading New Comedian of the Year Competition 2025 taking place at The Purple Turtle on Friday 16 May between 7:30pm and 9:30pm. 8 new comedians will battle it out to win a paid spot at Mates Rates Comedy Club and a cash prize. Lineup subject to change Please be advised that you will need id to get into The Purple Turtle. Festival pass: £50 Advance - Reading New Comedian of the Year 2024 ONLY: (£7) Lineup subject to change. Timings may changes slightly as we finalise the festival schedule. Information Source: Reading Indie Comedy Festival | eventbrite

Nick Byard Nick Byard, the unapologetically leftist comedian, takes the stage with a no-nonsense, gag-slinging style that captivates audiences nationwide. From clubs to festivals, Nick’s tightly crafted jokes and acerbic wit leave both left and right in stitches. Praised for his endearing stage presence and clever turn of phrase, he’s a reliable choice for any lineup. With accomplishments like conquering the Gong at Vauxhall Comedy Club and securing the Runner-Up spot at Chester New Comedian of the Year 2022, Nick Byard is making waves in the comedy scene. Join the laughter revolution as he fearlessly tackles societal norms with sharp skits and a unique comedic flair. Carl Richard Carl Richard is a confessional comedian with a laid back style. Entertaining audiences up and down the country with anecdotes too embarrassing not to be true! Praised for his effortless stage presence and sharpe crowd-work he’s a previous winner of the Ding Dong Gong Show and won the judges vote for the BBC War of Words competition! Carl Richard is chilling the audience is cracking up. Come see him now before the inevitable cancellation! “Casually cutting comedic sensibilities “ RDG Today“I booked him to open for my tour and I’d book tickets to watch him, he’s class” Jacob Hawley Festival pass: £50 Advance - The Hat and The Tash ONLY: £5 Lineup subject to change. Timings may changes slightly as we finalise the festival schedule. Information Source: Reading Indie Comedy Festival | eventbrite

Reading Indie Comedy Festival presents: Matt Richardson Matt is a multi-award winning stand-up comedian and one of the most exciting names on the circuit currently rising through the ranks. Having started stand-up in 2009 at 18 years old, Matt became one of the youngest comedians on the circuit and soon made it through to the finals of two national stand-up competitions – the prestigious So You Think You’re Funny and the Chortle Student Comedy Award – as well as coming runner up in the Reading Comedy Festival New Act of the Year and winning the Newbury and Bath Comedy Festival new act competitions ‘ – all while still in his teens. He quickly established himself in all of the major comedy club chains in the UK and has gigged overseas on countless occasions. Since then Matt has firmly established himself as one of the UK’s most exciting young performers and presenters – hosting the drive-time show on Virgin Radio. His TV credits include co-hosting the Xtra Factor alongside Caroline Flack, Co-Hosting Celebrity Haunted Hotel Live! Alongside Christine Lampard and helming the live spin off show alone, two one-off documentaries for ITV2 – Pampered Pooches, Hollywood and Meet The Family Guys, a series regular role on Viral Tap (ITV2), Nevermind The Buzzcocks, Celebrity Juice, Sweat The Small Stuff, Big Brothers Bit on the Side, Fake Reaction, Its Not Me It’s You, I’m a Celebrity Get Me out of here Now! and countless other shows. In 2013 Matt headed out on his first ever award-winning tour ‘Hometown Hero’ in 2013. It was to 54 dates into sping 2014. High wattage charisma from a talented young comic whos star is on the rise The GuardianHilarious and Charming The MirrorSharp, Funny and Warm Heat MagazineThis (extremely) young stand-up is poised to become the next bright young sensation on the comedy circuit – expect to hear a lot more of him The GuardianHe’s brash, slick and full of mildly laddish but self-deprecating stories, all delivered with an irresistible twinkle. Richardson may be full of self-confidence but he’s got broad appeal to back up the cockiness. The GuardianConfident and engaging delivery… at just 19 there are bags of potential here ChortleFestival pass: £50 Advance - Matt Richardson ONLY: £8 Lineup subject to change. Timings may changes slightly as we finalise the festival schedule. Information Source: Reading Indie Comedy Festival | eventbrite

With his engaging comic style and captivating stage presence, Matt Rouse is a new name making big moves in stand up. Already winner of the respected Hastings Fringe New Act Competition and nominated for the BBC New Comedy Awards, the rising star has become known for his fresh viewpoint and cleverly packaged strong material. In 2023, Matt performed stand-up on the BAFTA-winning The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan (C4). His mix of infectious charm and sharp wit is fast securing his position as a major new talent to watch. Advance: £5 Entry to Matt Rouse: ONLY Festival pass: £50 Entry to all shows at Reading Indie Comedy Festival. Lineup subject to change. Timings may changes slightly as we finalise the festival schedule. Information Source: Reading Indie Comedy Festival | eventbrite

Experience the vibrant fusion of Caribbean rhythms and high-energy workouts at WUKKUP & SWEAT - Reading. Hosted at the CultureMix Arts & Music Centre on Queens Walk in Reading, UK, this exciting event will take place on May 18, 2025. Join us for a dynamic session that blends the infectious beats of WUKKUP music with invigorating sweat-inducing exercises. Tickets are priced at £7.21, offering great value for a unique fitness experience. Don't miss this opportunity to move, groove, and sweat it out in style at WUKKUP & SWEAT - Reading.

Esther Manito Lebanase Essex Moron Series 16 Live At The Apollo As seen on ITV2’s Stand Up Sketch Show Winner of Best Show at Leicester Comedy Festival 2021 First Edinburgh show is now on Next Up and Britbox First female comedian to perform at Dubai Opera House Arab woman of the Year Advance: £8 Reading Indie Comedy Festival presents: Esther Manito ONLY Festival pass: £50 Entry to all shows at Reading Indie Comedy Festival. Lineup subject to change. Timings may changes slightly as we finalise the festival schedule. Information Source: Reading Indie Comedy Festival | eventbrite

Mad Monkey Improv and What's the Game are teaming up to present the Reading Improv Comedy Festival Showcase! Improv comedy, created spontaneously by the performers... anything can happen. Experience the very best of the Reading improv scene! Hosted by veteran improvisers Alexander McWilliam and Seamus Allen. Advance: £5 Entry to What's The Game Improv Reading Comedy Festival Showcase 2025 ONLY Festival pass: £50 Entry to all shows at Reading Indie Comedy Festival. Lineup subject to change. Timings may changes slightly as we finalise the festival schedule. Information Source: Reading Indie Comedy Festival | eventbrite

'Sam Michael's debut solo hour show 'World's Oldest Man' explores feeling older than your years (even in childhood!) and nostalgically looks back on those just-missed adventures of 'youff' whilst trying to relive them before hitting 40! The show also covers what happened when Sam actually met the Guinness World Records' world's oldest man and the life changing advice he gave him...' Sam Michael is a stand up comedian and award winning podcaster who has been described as very good, very funny by comedy legend Dom Joly, effortlessly able to win over a crowd (We Are Cult Online) and Outright hilarious! (BBC Radio Wiltshire). In past year, he has supported the likes of Al Murray, Dom Joly and Fiona Allen on their UK Tour and was a finalist in the South West Comedy Circuit's 'Stand Up for Cider' competition. His online comedy sketches have amassed over a 2 Million hits online and attracted thousands of followers. A dry affair for all comedy fans - Bristol 24/7 He's my favourite comedian with two first names! - Matt Richardson A local comedy legend - BBC Wiltshire Advance: £5 Sam Michael: World's Oldest Man ONLY Festival pass: £50 Entry to all shows at Reading Indie Comedy Festival. Lineup subject to change. Timings may changes slightly as we finalise the festival schedule. Information Source: Reading Indie Comedy Festival | eventbrite

Firemanship is not just about knowing how, it’s about knowing why and when. It’s about treating our job as a craft. It’s about taking pride in “doing it right.” In some cases, the fire service has become over-reliant on technology and working “smarter not harder.” While there is nothing wrong with technology or working smarter, firefighting is still a hard, dirty, demanding job that requires hard work and mastery of the basics. Shortcuts have proven deadly to firefighters and the people we are sworn to serve. Firemanship is about mastery of the basics and doing the “little things” right. It’s about never passing a kink, properly using and understanding the tools of our trade, doing efficient and effective searches, weapon selection, getting water on the fire, forcing doors, deploying ground ladders, and coordinated ventilation. On the surface, every firefighter will say “we can do that.” The question is, “are we doing it right?” Are we doing the “little things” that lead to winning or are we just getting by. The vast majority of firefighters want to do a great job, but unfortunately some haven’t had the opportunity to learn what that entails. In this presentation we will discuss the mindset, mechanics, knowledge, and preparation required to achieve mastery of the basics, firemanship, and ultimately winning on the fireground. Sponsored by the Hamilotn County Fire Chief's Association Information Source: Hamilton County Fire Chief's Association | eventbrite

The Creative Book Club is a book club for those with creative tendencies of all kinds, held at Milk Bar. The group meets every 6 weeks to discuss a book but also if the themes influenced our creativity in any way. Tickets are limited so please pre-book. You are also welcome to donate to Jelly if you wish too but please don't feel any obligation to donate at all. As part of the Book Club the Milk Team design a cocktail inspired by themes and flavours in the book, there is an option to buy this or a drink of your choosing direct from Milk on the evening if you would like. 3rd June - There are Rivers in the Sky by Elif Shafak In Victorian London, an extraordinary child is born at the edge of the dirt-black Thames. When his brilliant memory earns him a spot as an apprentice at a printing press, the world opens up far beyond the slums and across the seas. In 2014 in Turkey, Narin, a Yazidi girl living by the River Tigris, waits to be baptized. The ceremony is cruelly interrupted, and soon she and her grandmother must journey across war-torn lands in the hope of reaching the sacred valley of their people. In 2018 in London, broken-hearted Zaleekhah, a hydrologist, moves to a houseboat on the Thames to escape the wreckage of her marriage – until an unexpected connection to her homeland changes everything. A dazzling feat of storytelling from one of the greatest writers of our time, one that spans centuries and continents, this is the story of one lost poem, two great rivers and three remarkable lives – all connected by a single drop of water. Follow @thecreativebookclub on Instagram for updates and share your book inspired snaps with the group by tagging them in Policies By attending this workshop you are agreeing to act in accordance with our online safety and online behaviour policy which can be viewed here: https://www.jelly.org.uk/policies Inclusivity, safety, respect, confidentiality and consent are fundamental principles at Jelly workshops and events. By attending this workshop you are agreeing to act in accordance with our workshop behaviour policy which can be viewed here: https://www.jelly.org.uk/policies This workshop is taking place in the community. See venue description on where to find us. Inclusivity, safety, respect, confidentiality and consent are fundamental principles at Jelly workshops and events. Frequently asked questions: We are a small team working behind the scenes answering your questions. If you email us via eventbrite or via our website we will answer as soon as we can. Venue Description This session is taking place at Milk Bar http://www.milkreading.com The address is 8 Merchants Place, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1DT. Our apologies that Milk bar has no step free access. How can I find out more about Jelly? Sign up to our newsletter - www.jelly.org.uk/newsletter Information Source: Jelly | eventbrite

Mates Rates Comedy is proud to present Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic. The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm (door open 7pm). If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you. Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull! Advanced tickets: £2 On the door: £5 Walk on Spots 5 minute walk on spots will be available at Mates Rates Comedy RAW every Monday at The Outlook, Reading. x4 5 minute walk on spots will be available at The Outlook every MondaySign up is between 6:30pm - 7pm. If you arrive late you might not be allocated a spot.Spots will be allocated on a first come first serve basisPerformers must stick to their time.Performers don’t need to buy a ticket. Information Source: Mates Rates Comedy | eventbrite

🌸 Elevates Ecstatic Flower Power Ball 🌸 A celebration of nature, movement, and radiant connection Join us for a magical evening of wild foraging, juicy embodiment, ecstatic dance, and soulful stillness as we come together for this special Flower Power edition of Elevates Ecstatic. 🕕 6:00 PM – Forage & Flow We’ll begin with a gentle forage through nature, gathering wild greens and edible flowers to infuse into our nourishing juice elixir. Connect with the land, the plants, and each other in sacred presence. 🕖 7:00 PM – Opening Circle If you’re joining us later, arrive in time for our opening circle, where we’ll sip on our freshly prepared wild juice and set intentions for the night. 💃🏽 Movement & Music Jenna will guide us into our bodies with breath and intuitive movement, gently awakening our life force energy. Then, the incredible DJ Fribbo will take us on a sound journe, deep beats, playful rhythms, and soulful frequencies to lose yourself in. Expect ecstatic dance, freedom, and joyful release. 🧘🏽‍♀️ Sound Bath & Integration After dancing, we’ll melt into a deep relaxation sound bath with Jenna and the angelic tones of Dee Jodel, grounding and restoring our nervous systems with healing frequencies. 🌺 Closing Circle + Connection We’ll end with a closing circle, followed by the option to stay for a warm cuppa, conscious connection, and raw vegan nibbles. ✨ What to Bring: Dress Colourful, Floral or full on Fancy Dress. A blanket or mat for the sound bathYour open heart and flower power vibes 🌼Let’s dance with the earth, move with the music, and elevate together in this sacred space of joy, play, and presence. Information Source: Jenna Elevate’s ⚡️ | eventbrite

🌸 Elevate’s Flower Power Midsummer Ball 🌞 A celebration of summer, self-expression, and vibrant connection Step into the magic of midsummer with Elevate’s Flower Power Ball — a night to celebrate the beauty of the season through dance, colour, and community! 🌼 Dress Code: Fancy dress is welcome, but not essential — just come dressed in a way that expresses your unique take on summer! Think floral, colourful, playful, nature-inspired, or simply something that makes you feel vibrant and free. 🌿 What to Expect: Bring a friend for free and make a night of it! 6:00 PM – Forage Walk (Optional):Meet us early if you’d like to take part in a guided forage walk to gather wild ingredients. We’ll craft a fresh, nourishing juice elixir together — a seasonal potion to fuel your dance.7:15 PM – Opening Circle:Join us as we set intentions and open the space with grounding, connection, and presence before we flow into the dance.Ecstatic Dance:Move freely, connect deeply, and let your spirit bloom. No steps to follow, just music to move your body and elevate your soul.💫 What to Bring: A water bottleComfortable clothes for movementAn open heartA friend (they come for free!)Let’s celebrate nature, connection, and self-expression — midsummer style! Information Source: eventbrite

Experience the ultimate punk rock extravaganza at DRAIN "WARPED TOUR AND BEYOND" in Reading. This high-octane event will take place at Reverb, located at 1402 N. 9th St, PA, 19604, on June 13, 2025. Get ready to immerse yourself in a mosh pit of energy and passion as top bands and artists take the stage to deliver unforgettable performances. Don't miss out on this epic showcase of punk music and culture - secure your tickets now and prepare to rock out at DRAIN "WARPED TOUR AND BEYOND".

FILM SCREENING Hairy Who & The Chicago Imagists Directed by Leslie Buchbinder, 2014 105 minutes, English. Screenings: Saturday, 14 June 2025 at 4 PM Saturday, 25 October 2025 at 4 PM 544 VT ROUTE 106, READING, VT 05062 Presented in conjunction with our exhibition, Gladys Nilsson. In the mid 1960s, Chicago was an incubator for an iconoclastic group of young artists collectively known as the Imagists. A cousin to the contemporaneous phenomenon of Pop Art, Chicago Imagism took its own weird, wondrous, in-your-face approach. The Imagist artists - including Roger Brown, Gladys Nilsson, Jim Nutt, Ed Paschke, Christina Ramberg, Karl Wirsum, and more - each had their own unmistakable styles: scatological, meticulous, comical, and absurd. Hairy Who & The Chicago Imagists is the first film to tell the Imagists’ whole story, from their notoriety in the 1960s, to a precipitous fade from prominence in the 1980s and '90s, and ending with their 21st century resurgence in popularity. Almost 50 years after their first show, the Imagists have influenced generations of artists across the world, from Jeff Koons to Chris Ware and beyond. The Imagists' roller-coaster ride through art history is re-created with a wealth of archival footage and photographs, and over forty interviews with the Imagists themselves, critics, curators, collectors, and contemporary artists. WATCH a trailer about the movie to learn more. Free with the price of admission. Each ticket grants admission to our galleries from 2pm for self-guided visitation of our exhibitions, and to the film screening starting at 4pm. Galleries close at 4pm. Space is limited, advance reservations are recommended. Questions? Email vermont@hallartfoundation.org Thank you for your reservation. We look forward to welcoming you! Please check-in at our reception center. Hall Art Foundation 544 VT Route 106 Reading, VT 05062 vermont@hallartfoundation.org www.hallartfoundation.org Information Source: Hall Art Foundation | eventbrite

Mates Rates Comedy is proud to present Mates Rates Comedy Raw, Reading's No.1 stand up comedy open mic. The show will take place at The Outlook, RG1 3BJ every Monday between 7:30pm - 9:30pm (door open 7pm). If you've ever been curious about how stand up comedy is made, wanted to catch a star of the future or just fancied a great night of comedy this show is for you. Expect big laughs, moments of cringe, revelations... whatever happens it won't be dull! Advanced tickets: £2 On the door: £5 Walk on Spots 5 minute walk on spots will be available at Mates Rates Comedy RAW every Monday at The Outlook, Reading. x4 5 minute walk on spots will be available at The Outlook every MondaySign up is between 6:30pm - 7pm. If you arrive late you might not be allocated a spot.Spots will be allocated on a first come first serve basisPerformers must stick to their time.Performers don’t need to buy a ticket. Information Source: Mates Rates Comedy | eventbrite

Reading Lessons: An Interview with Carol Atherton Indie Book Award Shortlisted, Carol Atherton, will be at The Reading Room to talk about what books can teach us, what reading does for us and why all this matters. In a career spanning almost three decades, English teacher Carol Atherton has taught generations of students texts that will be familiar to many of us from our own schooldays. But while the staples of exam syllabuses and reading lists remain largely unchanged, their significance – and their relevance – evolves with each class, as it encounters them for the first time. Each chapter ofReading Lessons invites us to take a fresh look at these novels, plays and poems, revealing how they have shaped our beliefs, our values, and how we interact as a society. As she recalls her own development as a teacher, Atherton emphasizes the vital, undervalued role a teacher plays, illustrates how essential reading is for developing our empathy and makes a passionate case for the enduring power of literature. Carol Atherton has taught English since 1996 and is currently Head of English at a secondary school in Spalding. Originally from Merseyside, she read English at Oxford before doing a PGCE at Manchester Metropolitan University and a PhD at the University of Nottingham. She is a Fellow of the English Association and a member of the National Association for the Teaching of English. Atherton has written for a range of publications aimed at teachers and students, and she co-authoredTeaching English Literature 16–19(Routledge, 2013).Reading Lessons is her first trade publication. Carol will be interviewed by writer and editor, Grace Pengelly. Carol will available to sign copies of her book. If you decide to pre-order a copy of Reading Lessons when booking, this will be available for collection fro The Reading Room within 2-3 working days and we will will email you when it has arrived. Alternatively, you can collect it on the day of the event. Information Source: The Reading Room, Grantham | eventbrite

Join Swedish author Agnes Lidbeck and translator Nichola Smalley in conversation with Helen Charman about Lidbeck's new novel Supporting Act, a compelling exploration of the complexities of motherhood, identity, and patriarchal expectations. The social contract is non-negotiable. The woman must be a mother. The woman must be desirable. The woman must be a caregiver. When Anna gives birth, she surrenders completely to motherhood, reshaping her body, identity and purpose, shielding herself from the burden of her own desires. But as her marriage crumbles and her children grow independent, she needs a new role. An affair with an ageing writer, Ivan, offers her a new narrative, a way to rewrite herself. But no role lasts forever, and sooner or later Anna must confront the woman beneath the performance. After the conversation there will be an opportunity to ask questions, buy books and have them signed. Part of Stories From Sweden, supported by the Swedish Arts Council in collaboration with the Swedish Embassy, UK. Agnes Lidbeck Agnes Lidbeck is one of Sweden’s most prominent and versatile contemporary writers. She made her literary debut with Supporting Act in 2017, which was shortlisted for the Svenska Dagbladet Prize and won the Borås Tidning Debut Novel Prize. She went on to write Förlåten (‘Forgiven’, 2018), Gå förlorad (‘Get Lost’, 2019), Nikes bok (‘Nike's Book’, 2021) and All min kärlek (‘All my Love’, 2023). Lidbeck also writes for the stage and is known for her sharp, minimalist style. Nichola Smalley Nichola Smalley is a translator of Swedish and Norwegian literature. Her translation of Andrzej Tichý’s Wretchedness won the 2021 Oxford-Weidenfeld Prize and was shortlisted for the Bernard Shaw and International Booker Prizes. Her translation of A System So Magnificent It Is Blinding by Amanda Svensson was longlisted for the International Booker Prize 2023. Helen Charman Helen Charman’s first book, Mother State: A Political History of Motherhood, came out with Penguin/Allen Lane in 2024. She teaches English at the University of Cambridge. Information Source: Hackney Libraries | eventbrite

Reading now has a space where creatives can express themselves and you can unleash your creative spark! Be ready to be inspired and to inspire others Open Mic is a space which allows people to express themselves in whatever art form they like, in particular with Spoken word, Poetry, Rapping, Singing, Dancing, If you want to be part of the vibe or just catch a vibe, this is the space for you. Open mic nights give you the opportunity to share your works in a supportive and safe environment. This will be a night you won't forget and hopefully we'll be seeing you here regularly! Don't forget to click #RSVP #raps #songs #vibes #poems #rap #song #vibe #poem #rapper #rappers #singer #singers #poet #poets #spokenword #events #event #openmic #openmicnight #thursdays #Reading #slough #WhatsOnReading #whatsonslough #whatsonoxford #creative #creativewriting #performance #expression #WhatsOnOxford #WhatsOnSlough Information Source: Tickzon | eventbrite

We are delighted to welcome to bestselling thriller writers to Wantage. Mark Billingham was a comedian in a former life, so expect an animated conversation about Crime with some laughs along the way. About the books: What the Night Brings by Mark Billingham Three dead coppers, Tom, maybe four by lunchtime The targeted murder of four officers is only the first in a series of attacks that leaves police scared, angry and, most disturbingly of all, vengeful. As Tom Thorne and Nicola Tanner dig into the reasons for the violence, a deeper darkness begins to emerge: the possibility that these murders are payback. The price paid for an unspeakable betrayal. To uncover the truth, Thorne will be forced to question everything he stands for. He can trust nobody, and the shocking secrets revealed by one terrible night will fracture his entire world. Mark Billingham is one of the UK's most acclaimed and popular crime writers. A former actor, television writer and stand-up comedian, his series of novels featuring D.I. Tom Thorne has twice won him the Crime Novel Of The Year Award as well as the Sherlock Award for Best British Detective and been nominated for seven CWA Daggers. His standalone thriller IN THE DARK was chosen as one of the twelve best books of the year by the Times and his debut novel, SLEEPYHEAD was chosen by the Sunday Times as one of the 100 books that had shaped the decade. Each of his novels has been a Sunday Times Top Ten bestseller. A television series based on the Thorne novels was screened in Autumn 2010, starring David Morrissey as Tom Thorne and a BBC series based on the standalone thrillers IN THE DARK and TIME OF DEATH was shown in 2017. Mark is also a member of Fun Lovin' Crime Writers. Performing alongside Val McDermid, Chris Brookmyre, Stuart Neville, Doug Johnstone and Luca Veste, this band of frustrated rockers murders songs for fun at literary festivals worldwide. It's Always the Husband by C.L. Taylor Welcome to Lowbridge. Where secrets hide behind every door… When newly divorced Jude arrives in the small town of Lowbridge, she is soon drawn to widower Will, the father of her young daughter's best friend. But Will's past is shrouded in tragedy, with questions that no one knows the answer to – and after two tragedies tore his life apart in just a few short years, gossip and rumours abound about what really happened to the women he loved. As whispers of murder surround Will, Jude becomes determined to uncover the truth – and with her own father's tragic fate haunting her, she refuses to let another innocent man suffer. Yet in Lowbridge the darkness runs deep, and nothing is as it seems. Can Jude protect Will from a community out for blood? Or will she become the next victim in this web of deceit? Because whilst one dead wife is tragic, two starts to look like murder… C.L. Taylor is an award winning Sunday Times bestselling author of ten gripping psychological thrillers including EVERY MOVE YOU MAKE, a Richard and Judy Book Club pick for autumn 2024, THE GUILTY COUPLE, (Richard and Judy Book Club 2023) and SLEEP (Richard and Judy Book Club 2019). C.L. Taylor's books have sold over two million copies in the UK alone, hit number one on Amazon Kindle, Audible, Kobo, iBooks and Google Play, and have been translated into over 30 languages and optioned for TV. Information Source: Hungerford Bookshop | eventbrite

ANHAA At the Reading Fightin Phils 2025 Deck Party!!!! Come join us for a fun-filled evening at FirstEnergy Stadium for the ANHAA Deck Party! Get ready for an exciting time with friends and family while enjoying great food and drinks while we watch the Fightin Phils take on the Yard Goats! Fireworks after the game! Information Source: ANHAA | eventbrite

TO BUY EARLY BIRD TICKETS FOR THIS EVENT (FOR ONLY £10) OR MEET & GREET TICKETS, SEND A WHATSAPP MESSAGE TO: 07842 627548. --- Jimmy Quinn is a Reading FC goalscoring legend. Join us for a Q&A, followed by audience questions. There will also be an opportunity to meet Jimmy. Information Source: 1871 Events | eventbrite

Experience the enchanting sounds of Devotchka live in Reading at Reverb on June 22, 2025. Devotchka is a multi-genre band known for their unique blend of folk, rock, and indie music. The venue, located at 1402 N. 9th St, PA, 19604, provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable evening of live music. Don't miss your chance to witness Devotchka's mesmerizing performance in the heart of Reading.

Join Walk Works for a creative jaunt about town, highlighting some of Reading's arty, and iconic landmarks. Starting in Market Place, right next to the Simeon Monument, we will visit Queen Victoria before walking through Harris Arcade, an elegant art deco gem and treasure trove with independent and specialist shops. We will stop at newly developed Station Hill to marvel at the 51 metre colourful LED mural by Stuart Melrose and Kev Munday, packed full or references to people, landmarks and events based in Reading. We will walk through Friar's Walk and pause at the two sculptures, Pivotal and Seed before continuing through Smelly Alley and on to meet Paddington Bear, sitting on a bench in Broad Street. Our route continues past The Hexagon theatre, and over to Chatham Place where there are arty plaques along the walls, telling some of the stories of Reading. Passing Rise Bakehouse, and crossing the Oxford Rd we carry on over to the fantastic Holy Brook Nook Mural, one of a few in Reading created by Commando Jugendstil and painted by the community. We can enjoy reading the beautifully colourful information boards that line the walkway, before heading out onto the canal, and back via the Armoured Heart sculpture along the Riverside. Meet 12.25, for 12.30 depart. Click here to find out more about our other Open for Art events A map for Open for Art with a list of venues hosting events and art by local artists is available to download from our shop. To allow our workshops to be accessible to all we are able to offer our workshops for a nominal fee and we have a limited number of free places for each session. Please get in touch if you would like more information about our free spaces. By attending this workshop you are agreeing to act in accordance with our workshop behaviour policy which can be viewed here: https://www.jelly.org.uk/policies Find us in our next space on the 1st Floor in Broad St Mall. We are the last unit nearest the public toilets. Inclusivity, safety, respect, confidentiality and consent are fundamental principles at Jelly workshops and events. Any questions? See our Frequently asked questions below. We are a small team working behind the scenes answering your questions. If you email us via eventbrite or via our website we will answer as soon as we can. If you'd like to find out more about Jelly and the work that we do please sign up to our newsletter: www.jelly.org.uk/newsletter Information Source: Jelly | eventbrite