Good morning, Reading.

Seven in Seven features a diverse lineup of concerts for the upcoming week including Gutter Sinatra performing Friday at World Cafe Live and acts like Daffo and Hannah Jadagu playing Saturday at local venues.

Badfish will rock next Thursday at Ardmore Music Hall — promising a week of live music.

Reading School District held a public hearing on Wednesday night for a $41 million renovation and addition at 12th and Marion Elementary School and will accept written comments until Feb.

20. District officials say the project will update the building for 775 students with new spaces including a dining commons and gym.

At Tuesday’s meeting, the airport authority awarded a $2.36 million site-prep contract to Kinsley Construction for hangar projects at Bern Township airfield.

Director Zackary Tempesco said Gaming and Leisure Properties will build its own 24,000 sqft hangar, so the authority will rebid the two remaining projects as USDA funding develops.

Reading Hospital teams visited key community sites today to check on vulnerable residents during the extreme cold.

The Street Medicine program provided free health care, delivered sleeping bags (and supplies), and asked for community donations.

Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center will expand pediatric surgical care by partnering with Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital at the Bern Township hospital (Berks County).

The collaboration will offer pre-surgical appointments as well as general and gastrointestinal surgery for local families.

Nearly 700 homes and businesses in Amity Township lost power during extreme cold weather; first responders advise residents to use space heaters and electric blankets safely and keep emergency kits available as conditions remain cold this weekend (follow local guidelines).

Pennsylvania will continue following existing vaccine guidelines as part of the Northeast Public Health Collaborative, which announced on Monday that it would stick with AAP guidance.

Local health officials say this approach helps keep children safe and gives clear, trusted information for families.

Renovations at the First Reformed Church on Washington Street have uncovered historic marble altar pieces said to stem from a merged church group (Baer Chapel).

Developer Alan Shuman of Shuman Development Group said an open house planned for May will preview the church's transformation into a wedding venue and event space.

Tuesday night, Muhlenberg defeated Gov. Mifflin 59-43 — Armstrong scored 18, Malave 13, and Hemmings 11.

Exeter beat Daniel Boone 63-36 and will play at Wilson on Thursday night.

Annual Schnitzelfest

6-8 p.m. — Reading Liederkranz — $40 members, $50 guests, $12 for children 5-12 — Indulge in a delicious variety of schnitzel toppings while voting for your favorite to earn a spot on the permanent menu.

Shiver by the River 2026

10 AM – 4 PM — Jim Dietrich Park — Free entry — Participate in a fun-filled day with races and post-race snacks.

Tropical Invasion Concert

8-11 p.m. — Santander Arena — All in prices available — Experience a night of vibrant Latin rhythms with Elvis Crespo and more.

Harlem Globetrotters Show

7-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets starting at $36 — Experience the legendary antics and skills of the Harlem Globetrotters live in Reading.