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Reading Holds First of Two FY28 Override Forums

The town and Reading Public Schools held the first of two public forums on the proposed FY28 Proposition 2½ override on Wednesday afternoon at Town Hall, covering frequently asked questions, a video showcase and a walkthrough of the town's tax calculator. Several boards, including the Select Board, Finance Committee and School Committee, held related sessions the same day. A second forum is set for Saturday, Sept. 19, at 11 a.m. at the Reading Public Library; RCTV is recording both sessions, and residents can send questions to Override@ReadingMA.gov.

The Reading Observer

Reading School of Guitar Hosts Open House Saturday

The Reading School of Guitar will hold an open house Sept. 19 at 1 p.m., with live music, tours, hands-on instrument playing and a chance to win a free month of lessons.

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Pump Station Project Bids Due Thursday Afternoon

The Town of Reading set 1 p.m. Sept. 17 as the deadline for bids on the Brewer Lane and Joseph Way pump station project.

Town of Reading

Free Blood-Pressure Screening Offered Thursday Morning

The Town Nurse will offer a free, walk-in blood-pressure screening from 10-11 a.m. Sept. 17 at Tannerville, 22 Frank Tanner Drive.

The Reading Observer

Commission on Disabilities Meets Thursday Evening

The Commission on Disabilities is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 17, with its agenda posted on the Town of Reading calendar.

Town of Reading

Tree Work to Close Maillet, Sommes & Morgan Conservation Area Saturday

The town's contractor, AL Tree Service, will conduct tree work throughout the Maillet, Sommes & Morgan Conservation Area at 62 Willow Street on Saturday, Sept. 19.

Town of Reading

Fall Equinox Meditation & Magick Evening at Presence & Co.

Presence & Co. at 557 Main Street in Reading is hosting a "Fall Equinox Meditation & Magick" gathering at 6 p.m. on Sept. 19.

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