Good morning, Reading.

The Reading Symphony Orchestra will perform Valentine’s with Romeo and Juliet on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the Santander Performing Arts Center, presenting pieces from Puccini and Tchaikovsky alongside local soloists (in collaboration with the Berks Opera Company).

Berks History Center is celebrating Black History Month by hosting a presentation Saturday at 10 a.m. where Dr. Benjamin Carter will share how African Americans aided the Underground Railroad at Six Penny Creek Settlement near Hopewell Furnace (a key part of our local heritage).

Alvernia University partnered with Jay Sidhu to launch the Never Ever Ever Give Up Global Leadership Boot Camp from June 14-26, a two-week summer program for teens from YPO families to explore entrepreneurship, AI and ethical leadership on campus and on trips to key cities.

Twenty-eight Resident Assistants took part in a community service day with Berks Nature in January, cleaning trails and parks as part of their Spring 2026 training.

The event built teamwork and promoted environmental sustainability among campus leaders (supporting local green spaces).

Boyertown and Kutztown libraries will stop processing passport applications starting Friday (Feb.

13) after the U.S. Department of State ruled nonprofits cannot charge fees for the service; local officials are seeking fixes to help offset revenue loss and prevent program cuts.

Reading City Council on Monday presented a proclamation honoring retiring Fire Chief James G.

Stoudt, Jr. whose service began in 1993 as a volunteer firefighter; council members praised his decades of dedication and noted his plans to join the Civil Service Board.

The county will begin a yearlong celebration on March 11 at Reading Area Community College’s Miller Center for the Arts to mark its 275th anniversary with an invitation-only reception at 5 to 6 p.m. and a public program at 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. highlighting its past and future.

Paul Redford Jr. launched Nemesis Fitness to offer free weekly runs open to everyone in West Reading during Black History Month.

The run club, started in 2018 from his personal health journey, now organizes events across Pennsylvania to help people get active.

The Fightin Phils will honor Boyertown’s Trey Yesavage with a bobblehead giveaway on July 5 (at their home game) to celebrate his local impact.

Fans are invited to join the tribute at the ballpark.

Wilson’s Aiden Hattendorf led the BCIAA boys singles bowling championships on Monday at Hiesters Lanes, scoring 919 points for four games (eight pins ahead of Hamburg’s Kameron Dreibelbis); 24 bowlers advanced to Thursday’s second day.

Exeter’s Haley Schwenk leads Muhlenberg’s Michelle Rohrbach by one pin after day one of the BCIAA girls singles bowling championships at Hiesters Lanes in Reading.

The top 24 will compete in four final games on Thursday (the concluding day of the event).

High school basketball quarterfinals excited fans on Monday when Exeter edged defending champion Wilson 43-41.

Today, semis begin at Santander Arena with Gov. Mifflin meeting Exeter at 4 p.m. followed by matchups featuring Berks Catholic, Reading High, and Muhlenberg.

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.

Sisqó Live in Concert

3-6 p.m. — Santander Arena — tickets available — Experience the smooth R&B vibes of Sisqó, the voice behind the iconic 'Thong Song.'

Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs Reading Royals

7-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Stream the thrilling ice hockey matchup between the Swamp Rabbits and Royals.

Old School Hip Hop Sunday Funday

3-5 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticketed event — Celebrate the classic era of hip hop with performances from legends like Big Daddy Kane and more.

Good Thyme for Life Dining Week

Good Thyme For Life is an annual dining event in Berks County for Co-County Wellness Services, raising money for their mission of public health. This year’s event runs from March 2nd-8th and features 7 local restaurants each night, generously donating a portion of the evening revenue to support our work in education and advocacy.

Reading Anime-Fest

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading — Free entry for kids — A family-friendly event featuring voice actors, vendors, attractions, and a huge cosplay contest.