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CURRENT EXHIBIT: World Wars I & II: On The Berks Home Front-We Stood United
Thursday January 1, 2009
Historical Society

Now thru Jan 2, 2010


The Board of Trustees and Staff of The Historical Society of Berks County would like to thank Mr. & Mrs. DeLight E. Breidegam, the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission, the Berks County Board of Commissioners, Blanski Energy Management and the Breidegam Family Foundation for making this exhibit possible.


CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING
Wednesday November 25, 2009


Historical Society and Henry Janssen Library


CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING
Thursday November 26, 2009


Historical Society and Henry Janssen Library


First Saturday Lecture 10:00AM
Saturday December 5, 2009
Historical Society, 940 Centre Avenue

"Introducing Passing Scene, Volume 17"

George Meiser, IX, author and president of the Historical Society of Berks County

Book signing to follow.


Santa's Biggest Elf Show, 2:00PM
Saturday December 5, 2009
Historic Hendel House, 746 Centre Avenue

Santa Claus is coming to town in a BIG way!


BOOK SIGNING,The Passing Scene, Volume 17 12:00PM-4:00PM
Saturday December 5, 2009
940 Centre Ave., Reading, PA

George and Gloria Meiser will be here to autograph the new Passing Scene Volume 17


BOOK SIGNING, The Passing Scene, Volume 17 12:00-4:00PM
Sunday December 6, 2009
Historical Society, 940 Centre Avenue

Hosts: Author and co-author, George and Gloria Meiser


BOOK SIGNING, The Passing Scene, Volume 17, 9:00AM - 12:00PM, 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Saturday December 12, 2009
Historical Society, 940 Centre Avenue

Hosts: Author and co-author, George and Gloria Meiser


25th Annual Christmas House Tour
Sunday December 13, 2009
Centre Park Historical District

1:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Visit a variety of historic properties decorated for the Holiday Season. Admission includes refreshments to be served at the Historical Society of Berks County. Tickets available the day of the tour in Centre Park.


Christmas Boutique at the Hendel
Sunday December 13, 2009
Hendel House Mansion, 746 Centre Avenue, Reading

1:00 - 6:00 PM

A special gathering of Berks County crafters and artists will help you get ready for the gift- giving season. Have a fun shopping experience at this unique Christmas boutique!


A Dickens Christmas Experience, December 18 and 19
Friday December 18, 2009
Hendel House, 746 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

7:00 PM each evening.

Original premier of Michael Lapham's "The Bagman's Uncle". Tickets $15. Limited seating. Includes post-show reception. Call 610-375-4375 for reservations.


CLOSING EARLY FOR CHRISTMAS
Thursday December 24, 2009
Historical Society and Henry Janssen Libray

2:00 PM


CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS
Friday December 25, 2009
Historical Society and Henry Janssen Library

Will reopen on Tuesday, December 29


CLOSED FOR NEW YEAR
Thursday December 31, 2009
Historical Society and Henry Janssen Library

Have a safe and happy New Year! Will reopen on Tuesday, January 5, 2010.




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