Boscov's Reading, North
Fairgrounds Square Mall 2910 N.5th St. Highway, Reading, PA 19605
Hours: Monday thru Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 11am-5pm
Saturday, October 4, 2008: 9am- 9pm
Telephone: (610) 779-2000
Boscov's East
Store Manager
Shawn Stankiewicz
E-mail The Store Manager at
Shawn.Stankiewicz@Boscov.com
Boscov's Greenery Restaurant
M-W 8:30-6:30 Th-Sat 8:00-7:00 Sun 9:00-3:00
Description - Innovative New Menus featuring Cobb Salad, Chicken Caesar Salad and Deli Sandwiches.
Dinners Served Daily.

Catering available at your location, offering Weddings, Cocktail Receptions, B'Nai Mitzvahs and more.
Menus designed to your expectations. Call 610-370-3718
Boscov's Reading, North Events
If you or your organization would like to volunteer at any of the fundraising events listed below, e-mail BoscovsBlog@gmail.com.  

September 15 thru October 12 - Campus of Courses


October 7 - Friends Helping Friends
Purchase a $5 Shopping Pass to benefit local non-profit organizations

October - Halloween Event and Candy Exchange

October- FREE Flu Shots
Available at Boscov's East, Nort, Coventry, and Berkshire only.  See details below.

November 8 - Multiple Sclerosis Event
Support your local MS Society

Thanksgiving thru December 31 - Food Drive

December 6 - Festival of Fun and Giving

Tues, December 9 - Special Needs Shopping

*Please see below for details!

POWER OF PINK
Boscov's and the Estee Lauder Companies invite you to think pink and show you care.

Join Boscov's as we help increase awareness and raise funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.  Show your support by visiting Boscov's to see the wonderful selection of pink-inspired merchandise we will be selling in our Cosmetics Department.  All proceeds will go directly to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.  The Breast Cancer Research Foundation helps to fund groundbreaking research dedicated to treating, curing and preventing breast cancer.  With your help, we can achieve prevention and a cure in our lifetime.

Recycle your old Crocs at Boscov's!
Boscov's has partnered with SolesUnited to become an Authorized Collection Partner.  

Drop off your worn out Crocs in the Shoe Department.  Feel good knowing that you are helping to provide new Crocs shoes to those in need around the world!

Boscov's Complimentary Personal Shopping Service
Contact Rebecca Fried for more information and to schedule your appointment!

Rebecca Fried, Boscov's Wardrobe Consultant
610.370.5878
BoscovsBlog@gmail.com

Boscov's Campus of Courses 
Boscov’s East Reading Mall and Boscov’s North Fairgrounds Square Mall
Fall Session Begins
Monday, September 15, 2008!

Boscov’s invites you to come back to the classroom for the fall session of our popular Campus of Courses!  Check over the courses listed, select the ones you like, then register as soon as possible by completing the registration form below and mailing it to us. Payment is required at the time of registration and may be made in cash, check or with a Boscov’s charge only.   Registrations by phone will be taken only for those who are using a Boscov’s Charge or registering for a FREE class.

Note:   
Registration for the North Classes will be handled at North Courtesy Desk. 
Registration for the East Classes will be handled at East Courtesy Desk.

Registration forms must be mailed to the store where the class will be held.  Register early – Classes are limited in size!  Registration fee covers instructors’ free – purchase of all supplies is the responsibility of the student.

To register by phone for North classes, please call 610-779-2000, ext. 1278, for East 610-779-2000. 

Intermediate Jewelry Making Workshop
Judy Feick
This class offers projects such as a beaded bracelet watch, loop earrings, and a taste of wire wrapping embellishing a pendant for your necklace.  Please bring a necklace chain, jewelry tools, long nose pliers, round nose pliers, wire cutter and a packed lunch for lunch break.  A $35 material fee is payable to the instructor at the time of class.

#2 EAST:  Tuesday, October 7                10AM to 2:30PM            $10

The Beautiful Art of Calligraphy
Judy Feick
You will learn the shapes of both lower case and the upper case letters of the alphabet.  Combining them with the Calligraphy pen will produce beautiful writing for stationary, cards, certificates or framed poetry.  Please bring a ballpoint pen, pencil, lined notebook tablet, calligraphy pen with cartridges and a packed lunch for lunch break.  A $15 material fee is payable to the instructor at the time of class.

#4 NORTH:       Thursday, October 2 & 9 10AM to 2:30PM            $20

Easy Faux-Finishing
Holly Long – Owner of Stencil That!
Glaze your walls with these fun techniques: Sponge, Rag, Bag, Wash, Comb & Woolie.  Learn how to mix latex and acrylic glazes.  Take home a box done in the finish of your choice.  Kit fee:  $25 payable to instructor at the time of class.

#6 NORTH:       Saturday, October 4                   10AM to 1PM    $7

Fantastic Floorchloths
Holly Long – Owner of Stencil That!
Paint a 2’x3’ hemmed canvas floorcloth with acrylic paints.  Create your own design using various stencils.  Learn how to topcoat your floorcloth and make it last for years.  Kit fee:  $35 payable to instructor at the time of class.

#8 NORTH:       Saturday, October 4                   1PM to 4PM      $7

Landscape Oil Painting
Sylvia Leffler-Shunk, Scull Hill Art
Wet on wet technique.  Learn how to make a painting in a few hours.  Materials (canvas and paints) are provided by the instructor.  A $20 material fee is payable to the instructor at the time of class.

#10 EAST:        Sunday, October 5                     11AM to 4PM    $9

Five Secrets to Looking and Feeling Younger/Permanent Weight Loss
Dr. Kyle Bieber, DC
The Foundation for Wellness Professionals
This presentation will educate the audience about why diets don’t work, why eating “fat” doesn’t make you “fat”, the true value of being healthy and fit, how to regain your energy and vitality, and much more.

#14 EAST:        Tuesday, September 16              7PM to 8:30PM             FREE
#15 NORTH:     
Wednesday, September 24        7PM to 8:30PM             FREE

Arthritis:  Alternative Approaches to Preventing and Relieving Joint Disease
Dr. Kyle Bieber, DC
The Foundation for Wellness Professionals
Over 50 million Americans suffer with joint disease.  This presentation educates the audience about what arthritis is, who is susceptible to arthritis, what causes it, how to relieve it and steps to help prevent joint disease.

#16 NORTH:      Wednesday, October 1                           7PM to 8:30PM             FREE

Balancing Hormones Naturally: A Holistic Approach to Women’s Hormone-Related Health Concerns
Dr. Kyle Bieber, DC
The Foundation for Wellness Professionals
Over 80 million women in the U.S. currently suffer with PMS and menopause symptoms.  Many of these women are confused as to what health options are available, or even right for them.  This lecture will educate the audience about natural alternatives to address this condition.

#18 NORTH:      Tuesday, September 30                         7PM to 8:30PM             FREE

The New Solution to Accelerated Weight Loss:  The 9 Day Cleansing Period
Dr. Kyle Bieber, DC
The Foundation for Wellness Professionals
This lecture educates the audience on how pollution, toxins, and chemical impurities can lead to weight gain.  It introduces a doctor supervised weight loss and detox program to rid the body of these impurities and quickly and safely lose fat.

#20 NORTH:      Wednesday, October 8                           7PM to 8:30PM             FREE

Estee Lauder Skin Care & Cosmetics Workshop
Boscov’s Estee Lauder Representative
Give your skin the royal treatment! Join our Estee Lauder representative as she reveals the latest tips and tricks of 2008 for Estee Lauder skin care products.   To enhance your new look, learn the hidden secrets of color and cosmetic touch-ups.  Register early, class size is limited! Class fee is good towards product purchase.

#23 NORTH:      Tuesday, September 30                          6PM to 8PM                  $15

Lancome Skin Care & Cosmetics Workshop
Boscov’s Lancome Representative

Discover a new you! Find out how you can look your absolute best with the proper skin care regimen and products. Learn how to enhance your beauty with colors that are perfect for your skin tone. Register early, class size is limited! Class fee is good towards product purchase.

#24 NORTH:      Tuesday, October 7                                6PM to 8PM                  $15
#25 EAST:       
Tuesday, October 7                                6PM to 8PM                  $15

Identity Theft – Who’s Got Your Number
CTCE Federal Credit Union Representative
Learn how to protect yourself from this rampantly growing crime.  You will understand how to obtain and understand your credit report, warning signs of identity theft and tips on how to prevent it!

#33 NORTH:      Monday, September 29                          6PM to 7:30PM             FREE

Surviving Unemployment
CTCE Federal Credit Union Representative
Learn what to do when your income stops, but the bills don’t!

#34 NORTH:      Monday, October 6                                6PM to 7:30PM                         FREE

Caring for Aging Parents
Martha Sitler / Berks Encore
Whether you are assisting an aging relative or preparing for your own retirement years, it is helpful to understand your options and to plan for the future – BEFORE a crisis arises.  This 2-part seminar covers, legal, financial, housing benefit issues as we age.  Payment covers the cost of manual being handed-out during class and is payable to the instructor at the time of class.

#38 EAST:        Tuesday, September 30 & October 7  6:30PM to 8:30PM
$15 Payable to Instructor

#39 NORTH:      Wednesday, October 1 & October 8  6:30PM to 8:30PM
$15 Payable to Instructor

Yes, You Really Can Buy a Home!
Linda Strain -  REMAX of Reading
Chris Strain -  REMAX of Reading
Katy Strain – Countrywide Home Loans
Dreams can come true, we’ll show you how.  Everything you have to know from choosing to buying your dream home.  Join our experts for a free informative session explaining in detail the insider information on topics such as credit scores, new financing options, buyer agents, property inspections, agreement of sale and tough negotiating tactics.  Literature will be provided and discussion period will follow.  You will leave with an advantage over other home buyers.

#41 EAST:        Saturday, October 4                               10AM to 11:30AM          FREE

Staging & Marketing Your Home For Top Dollar
Linda Strain -  REMAX of Reading
Chris Strain -  REMAX of Reading
Katy Strain – Countrywide Home Loans
Melodie Burkey, IFDA – M Designs (Interior Design Consultant)
Let us show you how you can get top dollar for your home.  Learn simple and inexpensive ways to stage and discover the methods used by professionals to increase the showing potential of your home.  Find out about current market conditions, negotiating, how to avoid mortgage pitfalls and proven marketing strategies.

#43 EAST:        Saturday, October 4                               12PM to 1:30PM            FREE

Tax Planning
H&R Block Representative
Review of tax savings plans as well as a look at ways to reduce your tax liability.

#45 NORTH:      Saturday, September 20             10:30AM to 11:30AM     FREE

Retired Taxpayer
H&R Block Representative
Explanation of tax impact on retirement plans as well as a review of benefits of a traditional and a roth IRA.

#47 NORTH:      Saturday, September 20             12PM to 1PM                FREE

AARP 55 Alive Driving Course
East:  John Rader
North:  Donald Wojton

Produced by the American Association of Retired Persons

(AARP) and conducted throughout the country, 55 ALIVE teaches preventive measures that save lives.  Each student receives certification at the completion of the 8-hour course, which is good for at least a 5% discount on driving insurance.  The law states that you must repeat the course every 3 years to continue to receive the discount.  Please bring a small snack or a packed lunch for break(s).  Course Fee, $10, is payable in cash or check ONLY at the time of class.  Please make check payable to AARP.  Sorry, this class may not be put on your Boscov’s Charge Account.  Classes are limited in size.  Please register early!

#48 EAST:        Monday, October 6 & Tuesday, October 7  10AM to 2:30PM
$10 Payable to AARP

Brides & Grooms
Boscov’s Bridal Registry
How to get the most out of your wish list and get rewarded after your wedding.

#53 NORTH:      Saturday, October 4                      1PM to 2:30PM            FREE

Mail Registration form for classes at Boscov’s North to:
Attn:  Public Relations
Boscov’s North Fairgrounds Square Mall
2910 Fifth Street Highway

P.O. Box 4116
Reading, PA  19605

Mail Registration form for classes at Boscov’s East to:
Attn:  Public Relations
Boscov’s East Reading Mall

4500 Perkiomen Avenue
P.O. Box 4116
Reading, PA  19606

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Friends Helping Friends
Boscov’s East, North and Berkshire
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
9 AM to 9 PM

Entire Ticket Proceeds Benefit the Participating Non-Profit Organization of Your Choice, Because That’s What Friends are For!

A day to enjoy great shopping, super savings, refreshments, door prizes and the chance to help hundreds of charitable organizations at all 39 Boscov’s stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland, and New York.

25% Off* Shopping Pass
Purchase a $5 ticket from your favorite non-profit organization, get a 25% OFF* Shopping Pass.
*15% and 10% in some areas, all exclusions are listed on “Friends Helping Friends” tickets.

Win One of Our Fabulous Grand Prizes:

  • Flat Screen TV
  • La-Z-Boy Recliner
  • Diamond Pendant
  • 10 - $500 Shopping Sprees
  • Each store will give away 5 - $100 Shopping Sprees

Entertainment & Demonstrations

Boscov’s and The Greater Berks Food Bank Food Drive
No One Should Go Hungry!
Please contribute to the Boscov’s and The Greater Berks Food Bank Food Drive now through Octobe 31st.  Help out those in need by dropping off non-perishable canned or boxed goods at any Boscov’s Reading location.

Flu Clinic
Quaker State Medical Services
Misses Department
10am to 1pm
Only $25 per participant
Pneumonia shots also available!
Medicare Part B must be your primary insurance in order to receive a shot at no charge.  QSMS will bill Medicare.  If Medicare is not your primary insurance, you must pay by cash or check.  Quaker State Medical Services will gladly give you a receipt to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

Candy Sampling
Candy Department
1pm to 3pm

Demonstrations and Samples
Small Appliance Department
1pm to 3pm

Hula Hoop Contest
Cosmetics Department
6pm to 8pm

Washington Martial Arts
Mall Entrance
7:30pm

Ghost Lollipop
Candy Department
6pm to 8pm

Toy Dig
Candy Department
6pm to 8pm

Jewelry Department
Free Jewelry cleaning when you visit the fine jewelry department. 

Participating Organizations

  • Alzheimer's Association
  • American Cancer Society
  • Amputee Support Team
  • Bern Reformed United Church of Christ
  • Bernville Area Community Library
  • Bird Chapter #460, Order of the Eastern Star
  • Caribbean Community Group
  • Catholic Charities, Diocese of Allentown
  • Christ U.C.C.
  • Community United Church of Christ
  • CONCERN Professional Services for Children Youth and Families
  • Covenant Home Care: Home Health & Hospice
  • Cub Scout Pack 358, St. Catherine's
  • Daniel Boone Blazers Abroad
  • Daniel Boone High School Ski Club
  • Diakon Volunteer Home Care
  • Eastern PA Down Syndrome Center
  • Exeter Community Band
  • Faith Chapter #444 OES
  • Family First Resource Center
  • Friends of the Exeter Community Library
  • GWFC Berks County Federation of Women's Clubs
  • Golden Seniors
  • Grace Lutheran Church
  • Hilltop Learning Center of Gouglersville
  • Holy Name Youth Football
  • Holy Rosary Society of St. Anthony Church
  • Immaculate Conception Women's Society
  • Mental Health Association
  • NAMI Berks
  • Newmanstown Volunteer Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary
  • One by One, Inc. (Cat Rescue)
  • One United Church of Christ
  • Opportunity House
  • Penn State Berks Ice Hockey Club
  • Reading Court #61 Order of the Amaranth
  • Reading Education Foundation
  • Reading Fairgrounds Racing Historical Society
  • Reading Junior Academy
  • Reinholds Area Lioness Club
  • Salem U.C.C., Spangsville
  • Shady Hollow Assisted Riding
  • Soccer Club of Reading
  • St. Matthew's United Methodist Church
  • The Children's Home of Reading
  • Wesley United Methodist Church
  • Womelsdorf Volunteer Fire Company

FREE Flu Shots
Provided by the Reading Hospital
Each flu clinic will have 500 shots available.

Boscov's East 
4500 Perkiomen Avenue, Reading 19606

Saturday, October 11, 2008
10AM to 1PM

Boscov's North
2910 N. 5th Street Highway, Reading 19605
Saturday October 18, 2008
10AM to 1PM

Boscov's Coventry
Coventry Mall, Route 724 & 100, Pottstown 19464
Saturday, October 25, 2008
10AM to 1PM

Boscov's Berkshire
1665 State Hill Road, Wyomissing 19610
Saturday, November 1, 2008
10Am to 1PM 


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