HSBC - Calendar of Events

CURRENT EXHIBIT: World Wars I & II: On The Berks Home Front-We Stood United

Thursday January 1, 2009 - 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 - "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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - Hosts: Author and co-author, George and Gloria Meiser

25th Annual Christmas House Tour

Sunday December 13, 2009 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 2:00 PM

CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS

Friday December 25, 2009 - Will reopen on Tuesday, December 29

CLOSED FOR NEW YEAR

Thursday December 31, 2009 - Have a safe and happy New Year! Will reopen on Tuesday, January 5, 2010.