Independence Day Ice Cream Social

Saturday, July 5, 2014 Time:12-10:30pm Cost: Nominal

Ipswich River Park, Central Street

Summer 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.

Tour the Historic Reverend Daniel Putnam House

July 9-Oct. 29 Cost: Free

Wednesdays Time: 12-3pm

Saturdays Time: 1-3pm

Putnam House, 27 Bow Street

Come learn how the parishioners "settled" a minister and established our town.

Our 20th Annual Apple Festival-Schedule of Events

Exhibition of Artwork--Opening & Reception

Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2014 Time: 6:30-7:30pmCost: Free

Flint Memorial Library, Main floor

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.

The Main Event

Saturday, Sept. 20,2014 Time: 10:30am-3pmCost: Free

Rain date: Sept. 21, 2014

The Society Potluck Dinner

Thursday, Oct.2, 2014 Time: 6:30-9pmCost: Dues

Third Meeting House, First Floor, 155 Park Street

Here's your chance to share your favorite dish with friends during the Society's first member event of the season.

A History of Harold Parker State Forest by Robert Anderson and Beth Thomson

Thursday, Nov. 6, 2014 Time: 7:30-8:30pmCost: Free

Third Meeting House, First Floor, 155 Park Street

Park Interpreter, Robert Anderson, and Society Member, Beth Thomson delve into the history of this local treasure: Harold Parker State Forest

Holiday Open House

Sunday, Nov. 30, 2014 Time: 1-4pmCost: Free

Putnam House Grounds, 27 Bow Street

Celebrate the season--reindeer dust, homemade cookies, hot cider and cocoa, town souvenirs, tours of the historic properties and tractor hayrides by M.G. Hall--meet the North Reading Minit & Militia. At 4:15 pm, the Chamber of Commerce lights the tree on the Common followed by the Christian Community's service.

Christmas Holidays at the Putnam House

Sat.-Sun., Dec. 6-7, 2014 Time: 1-4pmCost: Free

Sat.-Sun., Dec. 13-14, 2014 Time: 1-4pmCost: Free

Putnam House Grounds, 27 Bow Street

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.

Due to inclement weather we have cancelled this evenings lecture

Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015 Time: 7:30-8:30pmCost: Free

Flint Memorial Library, Lower Level, 147 Park Street

Everyday Life on the Byways and in the Taverns by Don Doyle

Thursday, Mar. 5, 2015 Time: 7:30-8:30pmCost: Free

Flint Memorial Library, Lower Level, 147 Park Street

Local artist and Society Member, Don Doyle talks about the days of stagecoaches and taverns in our town.

Tales of North Reading

Thursday, Apr. 9, 2015 Time: 7:30-9:00pmCost: Free

Flint Memorial Library, Lower Level, 147 Park Street

The ever popular, Tales of North Reading offers unique personal perspectives on our town. [7:00-7:30 pm, there will be a pre-talk slide show, music and refreshments.]

Barking up Other People's Trees: A New Approach to Local History by Tom Parker

Thursday, May 7, 2015 Time: 7:30-8:30pmCost: Free

The Edith O'Leary Senior Center, Third Meetinghouse, 155 Park Street

Local historian and Society Curator, Tom Parker talks about understanding local history through the use of genealogy and town histories.

Memorial Day Open House

Monday, May 25, 2015 Time: 9:30 am-1 pmCost: Free

Putnam House, 27 Bow Street

Damon Tavern, 21 Bow Street

Tour the Putnam House and Damon Tavern.

The Society Dinner

Thursday, June 11, 2015 Time: 6-9 pmCost: TBA

Eat, drink and be merry!