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Berks County Longrifle Exhibit Extended
Friday January 1, 2010
Historical Society of Berks County, 940 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

This exhibit has drawn visitors from Canada, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Virginia, Maryland, and many other states.
This exhibit is extended until February 27.
When you visit this exhibit you won't be disappointed!


Museum Store Specials
Monday February 1, 2010
940 Centre Ave., Reading, PA

Each month the Museum Store will be featuring special sales. The month of February features a 10 percentdiscount on blown glass by local artist, Stephen Rich Nelson. In addition we have "penny rugs,books "Ground Hog Day" and "Pennsylvania Dutch Country". The store features many new and beautiful items along with gifts at 75 percent off!! Shop for that unique and one of akind "VALENTINE"S Day gift. Stop by to see our newly renovated store.


"Basket Moon": February Family Friendly Story Hour for Preschoolers
Wednesday February 10, 2010
Historical Society of Berks County, 940 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

Time: 10:30AM - 11:30AM
Cost: $2.00 per child (appropriate ages: 4 and 5)
Featuring the illustrations of Barbara Cooney. Includes reading, mini- tour, and hands on activity. Includes play time in our Hands-On History Room.
This event is CHAPERONE FREE.
Pre-registration required. Call 610-375-4375.


"Love Letters" by A.R. Gurney
Friday February 12, 2010
Hendel House, 746 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

Time: 7:00 PM
Tickets: $25.00
Performances by Sid Watts and Pat Perfect
For reservations call 610-375-4375. Limited seating.


"Love Letters" by A.R. Gurney
Saturday February 13, 2010
Hendel House, 746 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

Time: 7:00PM
Tickets: $25.00
Performances by Sid Watts and Pat Perfect
For reservations call 610-375-4375.


"Love Letters" by A.R. Gurney
Sunday February 14, 2010
Hendel House, 746 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

Time: 3:00PM
Tickets: $25.00
Performances by Sid Watts and Pat Perfect.
For reservations call 610-375-4375. Limited seating


"Ox Cart Man": February Family Friendly Story Hour for Preschoolers
Wednesday February 17, 2010
Historical Society of Berks County, 940 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

Time: 10:30AM - 11:30AM
Cost: $2.00 per child (appropriate ages: 4 and 5)
Featuring the illustrations of Barbara Cooney. Includes reading, mini- tour, and hands on activity. Includes play time in our Hands-On History Room.
This event is CHAPERONE FREE.
Pre-registration required. Call 610-375-4375.


Easter Egg Tree at the Hendel House
Wednesday February 17, 2010
746 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM

View HSBC's spectacular collection of Easter eggs adorning a cotton- wrapped sassafras tree in the parlor of our beautiful Hendel House. Donations greatly appreciated.


First Saturday Lecture Series RESCHEDULED
Saturday February 20, 2010
Terrence E. Connor Auditorium, Historical Society, 940 Centre Ave., Reading, PA

TIME: Refreshments, 9:00 AM, Lecture, 9:30AM - note time change FEE: Non-members, $5.00 (Sr. Citizens, $4.00, Children, $3.00) Members: $1.00 "Edward Hector - Black Revolutionary War Hero" In celebration of Black History Month, Noah Lewis, a Revoluntionary War re-enactor will portray Edward "Ned" Hector, one of the many black teamsters and bombardiers who fought in the battles of Brandywine and Germantown.


"Katie's Magic Glasses": February Family Friendly Story Hour for Pre-Schoolers
Wednesday February 24, 2010
Historical Society of Berks County, 940 Center Avenue, Reading, PA

Time: 10:30AM - 11:30AM
Cost: $2.00 per child (appropriate ages: 4 and 5)
Featuring the illustrations of Barbara Cooney. Includes reading, mini- tour, and hands on activity. Includes play time in our Hands-On History Room.
This event is CHAPERONE FREE.
Pre-registration required. Call 610-375-4375.


Easter Egg Tree at the Hendel House
Wednesday February 24, 2010
746 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM

View HSBC's spectacular collection of Easter eggs adorning a cotton- wrapped sassafras tree in the parlor of our beautiful Hendel House. Donations greatly appreciated.


CLOSING OF BERKS COUNTY LONGRIFLES AND GUNMAKERS EXHIBIT
Saturday February 27, 2010
Historical Society, 940 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

Thanks for your support and interest in this exhibit!


Easter Egg Tree Display
Wednesday March 3, 2010
Hendel House, 746 Centre Avenue, Reading,PA

Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM

View HSBC's spectacular collection of Easter eggs adorning a cotton- wrapped sassafras tree in the parlor of our beautiful Hendel House. Donations greatly appreciated.


Easter Egg Tree at the Hendel House
Wednesday March 31, 2010
746 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM

View HSBC's spectacular collection of Easter eggs adorning a cotton- wrapped sassafras tree in the parlor of our beautiful Hendel House. Donations greatly appreciated.


First Saturday Lecture Series
Saturday March 6, 2010
Terrence E. Connor Auditorium, Historical Society, 940 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA 19601

10:00 AM

Featured speaker: Jesse Tobin

Refreshments begin at 9:30AM

"PA German Healing Traditions". Mr. Tobin will present beliefs, practices, and traditions central to the healing arts of the PA Germans. Mr. Tobin has a BA in Healing Arts from Prescott College.

Non-members: Adults, $5, Sr. Citizens, $4, Children, $3.
Members, $1 refreshment fee.


Easter Egg Tree at the Hendel House
Wednesday March 10, 2010
746 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

Time: 12:00 - 3:00 PM

View HSBC's spectacular collection of Easter eggs adorning a cotton- wrapped sassafras tree in the parlor of our beautiful Hendel House. Donations greatly appreciated.


Kit's Interactive Theatre: "The Immigrants"
Saturday March 20, 2010
Terance E. Connor Auditorium, Historical Society, 940 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

TIME: 10:00AM

Age appropriate for ages 7 and up. Must be accompanied by an adult.
Follow the extraordinary journey of Irish immigrants Maggie McLaughlin and Kitty Jones. Experience the tribulations of ocean passage, Ellis Island examinations, and settling in a strange and hostile land.


OPENING OF NEW EXHIBIT
"MEMBERS' TREASURES"
Saturday April 10, 2010
Historical Society of Berks County, 940 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

LECTURE: 10:00AM
SPEAKERS: George Meiser, IX and Vice President Beulah Fehr

This display features a wide range and variety of artifacts from the private collections of our very own members never before seen by the public. This wonderful selection includes rare maps, artwork, and items of interest manufactured by businesses native to Berks County.


OPENING OF NEW EXHIBIT: MANNERBACKS: Reading's Master Silversmiths, 1780-1870
Saturday May 1, 2010
Historical Society, 940 Center Avenue, Reading, PA

SPECIAL GUEST LECTURERS: Terry West, Allison DuPont
TIME: 10:00 AM

The first exhibit of its kind in Berks County, featuring the beautifully crafted silver and gold objects of the Mannerback family.




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