North Reading Historical and Antiquarian Society Upcoming Events
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Independence Day Ice Cream SocialSaturday, July 5, 2014 Time:12-10:30pm Cost: NominalSummer fun and Richardson's Ice Cream go hand in hand--come by for a scoop or two. We have a great selection of town souvenirs too.
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Tour the Historic Reverend Daniel Putnam HouseJuly 9-Aug. 27 Cost: FreeWednesdays Time: 12-3pmSaturdays Time: 1-3pmCome learn how the parishioners “settled” a minister and established our town.
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Our 20th Annual Apple Festival-Schedule of EventsTuesday, Aug. 19,2014 Time: 6:30-7:30pmCost: Free
Please join us at the opening of this exhibition of artwork donated for the Society's raffle and silent auction. Meet these talented and exceptional local artists. The exhibition runs through Friday, Sept. 19th. |
Click Here for the Artist Information SheetClick Here for the Crafter New Interest Note
Click Here for the Artist Donation Form
Click Here for the Crafter Application
Click Here for the Artist Waiver of Liability
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Saturday, Sept. 20,2014 Time: 10:30am-3pmCost: FreeRain date: Sept. 21, 2014
Apple Pie Contest--Art Raffle--Silent Art Auction--Artisans and Crafters--Town Souvenirs--Entertainment--Children's Games and Pony Rides--Food and Drinks |
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The Society Potluck DinnerThursday, Oct.2, 2014 Time: 6:30-9pmCost: DuesHere's your chance to share your favorite dish with friends during the Society's first member event of the season. |
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A History of Harold Parker State Forest by Robert Anderson and Beth ThomsonThursday, Nov. 6, 2014 Time: 7:30-8:30pmCost: Free
Park Interpreter, Robert Anderson, and Society Member, Beth Thomson delve into the history of this local treasure: Harold Parker State Forest |
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Holiday Open HouseSunday, Nov. 30, 2014 Time: 2-4:30pmCost: FreeCome tour one or all of the buildings on the grounds. There will be carols, reindeer dust, homemade cookies, hot cider, cocoa and rides--all culminating with the tree lighting on the Commons at 4:30pm |
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Christmas Holidays at the Putnam HouseSat.-Sun., Dec. 6-7, 2014 Time: 1-4pmCost: FreeSat.-Sun., Dec. 13-14, 2014 Time: 1-4pmCost: Free
The Putnam House decked out for the holidays is a sight to see and enjoy. Our Victorian Christmas is a beauty to behold. And "Last minute" Christmas shopping too. |
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Everyday Life on the Byways and in the Taverns by Don DoyleThursday, Feb. 5, 2015 Time: 7:30-8:30pmCost: Free
Local artist and Society Member, Don Doyle talks about the days of stagecoaches and taverns in our town. |
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The One Room House by Stone JasieThursday, Mar. 5, 2015 Time: 7:30-8:30pmCost: Free
Society Member, Stone Jasie talks about the 17th and 18th century one room house. |
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Tales of North ReadingThursday, Apr. 2, 2015 Time: 7:30-8:30pmCost: Free
The ever popular, Tales of North Reading offers unique personal perspectives on our town. |
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Barking up Other People's Tree: A New Approach to Local History by Tom ParkerThursday, May 7, 2015 Time: 7:30-8:30pmCost: Free
Local historian and Society Curator, Tom Parker talks about understanding local history through the use of genealogy and town histories. |
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Memorial Day Open HouseMonday, May 25, 2015 Time: 10am-1pmCost: Free
Tour seven buildings: the Putnam House, the West Village Schoolhouse, the Sgt. George Flint House, the Tinsmith Shop, the Farm Museum and the Damon Tavern |
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The Society DinnerThursday, June 5, 2015 Time: 6-9 pmCost: TBA
Eat, drink and be merry!
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