Women's League of Reading, MA

04/13/2026

Behind every dollar raised is a neighbor who needed support at just the right moment.

From food and housing assistance to seasonal family programs and emergency aid, your support helps create stability, relief, and hope across Reading.

Thank you for helping us turn community generosity into real, local impact. ❤️

04/10/2026

Thinking about joining WLR? This night is for you.

Our New Member Mixer is really about meeting future members, aka you! Come by, grab a drink and snack, chat with current members, and get a feel for what we’re all about. No pressure, no commitment - just good conversation and community.

📍 Whitelam Books
🗓 Tuesday, May 5 | 7:00–8:30 PM

🔗 RSVP or get more info at bit.ly/WLR-RSVP

Bring a friend or come solo. You’ll feel welcome either way ✨

04/09/2026

Meet the women behind the work. 💛
This month, we’re featuring Jessica, who shares how connection, community, and experience come together through WLR.

Interested in learning more? Visit WLReading.org.

More details coming soon on our Meet the Members Night on May 5!

03/27/2026

Strong women. Strong stories. Strong community. Last night, six incredible women from our Reading community shared their journeys, leadership lessons, and the experiences that shaped who they are today. Their honesty, insight, and advice inspired everyone in the room.

Thank you to the Office of Equity and Social Justice for partnering with the Women’s League of Reading to bring this Women & Leadership panel to our community, and thank you to the incredible panelists for sharing your time, your stories, and your leadership with all of us.

We are grateful to be part of a community filled with women who lead, mentor, and inspire.

03/19/2026

We were honored to welcome the Reading Coalition for Prevention & Support (RCPS) Director, Erica Maillet, as a guest speaker at this year’s Gala.

RCPS plays a vital role in supporting the health, safety, and wellbeing of our community through prevention programs, mental health resources, and education.

Explore some of the resources available to Reading residents:

🔗 Links in Story!

🧠 Mental Health First Aid for Adults
💬 Free Counseling Resources
📞 Interface Referral Service (888-244-6843)
🥋 R.A.D. Women’s Self-Defense Program

Learn more:
readingma.gov/763/Reading-Coalition-for-Prevention-and-Sup

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03/18/2026

Meet the women behind the work ❤️

Inside WLR shares the people, passion, and purpose behind the impact we’re creating together for the Reading community.

This month, we’re spotlighting Emily, who reflects on connecting with like-minded women and serving our community through hands-on volunteer opportunities.

Interested in learning more or getting involved? Visit WLReading.org.

03/16/2026

A little flashback to the incredible evening we shared Behind the Velvet Curtain 🥂

This year’s Gala was a beautiful celebration of community, generosity, and purpose, raising over $40,000 to be reinvested locally in support of our town, educational programs, community initiatives, and families in need.

We are deeply grateful to all who attended, contributed, and helped make the evening such a remarkable success. Thank you for being part of a night that was not only memorable, but meaningful in so many ways.

We are already looking forward to gathering again

03/13/2026

✨ One unforgettable night. One incredible community.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our guests, sponsors, and donors, the Women’s League of Reading raised over $40,000 at this year’s Gala.

Every dollar raised will be reinvested locally, supporting scholarships, education programs, community initiatives, and families in need.

Thank you to everyone who joined us Behind the Velvet Curtain and helped make this impact possible.

03/13/2026

Join us at this inspirational event and hear from women leaders in our community, including our very own Vice President, Alyssa Spinale!

Prepare to be inspired at the upcoming Women & Leadership: A Panel Presented by Reading's Office of Equity & Social Justice

The Office of Equity and Social Justice (OESJ), in partnership with the Women's League of Reading, MA, invites residents, community members and Town employees to attend the inaugural Women & Leadership panel discussion, celebrating the achievements and impact of women in our community.

This engaging and thought-provoking event will feature a dynamic moderated conversation with distinguished women leaders from across Reading. Panelists will share insights and experiences while exploring themes of leadership, equity, history, and civic engagement.

Featured Panelists:
• Acting Town Manager Jayne Wellman
• Liz Whitelam, Owner of Whitelam Books
• Deputy Chief of Police Christine Amendola
• Pastor Mary Curlew
• Author and Chief Investment Officer Sarah Samuels
• Alyssa Spinale, Vice President of the Women’s League of Reading

The evening will also feature a special cello performance and poetry readings by a local artist, adding a creative and reflective element to the program. Light refreshments will be served.

We look forward to welcoming you for an engaging and inspiring celebration of Women’s History Month.
Thursday, March 26 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM at the Reading Public Library

A link to the Facebook event pagecan be seen here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DMujJNmEj/

03/06/2026

The Silent Auction for the Women’s League Gala is open! 📣

We have thousands of dollars of amazing packages and items available for you to bid on — from weeklong stays in Maine, to organization services, to sporting events, and more! Don’t miss out.

Entirely online, the auction will begin on Friday March 6th at 6:00pm, closing at 9:45pm on Saturday March 7th. Bidding will take place via the Auctria app/website.

QR codes for auction items will also be available at the Gala. A credit card must be registered in the auction app in order to place bids.

You do not need be a gala ticket holder to participate In the silent auction.

Winners will be automatically notified via the app or email communication. Your pre-registered credit card will be charged if you win. We encourage guests to take all auction prizes home that evening.

Thank you in advance for supporting our mission and giving back to the Reading community!

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03/05/2026

Every beautiful evening deserves beautiful details. 🌹

A special thank you to for providing the stunning floral arrangements for our Gala. Their designs will add elegance and charm throughout the room, creating a setting as memorable as the night itself.

We’re grateful for partners who help make the evening shine.

03/04/2026

Get ready to hit the dance floor.

We’re thrilled to welcome the Pat Gaulin Quintet, bringing the energy, the rhythm, and the soundtrack to an unforgettable night. From the first note to the final song, they’ll have the room moving.

So when the lights dim and the music begins… get ready to dance.