Good morning, Reading.

This bulletin board lists many local events including park hikes, art classes and history talks scheduled across Berks County in March and April.

Residents should check program details at each site & register as needed.

Boyertown Junior Woman’s Club will host its 11th Once Upon a Prom event offering free prom dresses and accessories for students at Boyertown YMCA (301 W.

Spring St.) on March 7, 8, 14, and 15 from 12 to 4 p.m.; Miss Berks County’s Teen Leighton Matlack will attend March 7.

Bill Shuman, a longtime telecommunicator at Berks County 911, saved a firefighter's life during a house fire on Mohns Hill Road when he repeated a Mayday call in bitter cold conditions.

The Red Cross is honoring him for his lifesaving listening skills.

Suzanne Harteg, 71, coordinates efforts at Grace Evangelical Lutheran to help Family Promise aid families in crisis get temporary housing through rental agreements with the Reading Redevelopment Authority — her team adapts as care models evolve after the pandemic.

The Berks County Workforce Development Board received a $200,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry to expand employment and training services for veterans and their spouses at PA CareerLink Berks County.

Local officials said the funding enhanced outreach and community partnerships to support sustainable careers.

Reading City Council discussed youth violence prevention during Monday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting after officials noted that a $50K ARPA-funded youth website had not been updated due to lack of input from youth organizations (20 groups).

Councilmembers criticized ongoing meetings and will soon form interagency working groups.

Exeter Township is reviewing a plan for 232 garden apartments along the 3900 block of Perkiomen Avenue; developer Metropolitan Management Group presented the proposal at a Monday meeting and expects groundbreaking in about two years with amenities including pickleball courts and a pool.

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.

Worcester Railers at Reading Royals

3-4 p.m. — Santander Arena — Cost varies — Catch an exciting hockey matchup with the Worcester Railers taking on the Reading Royals.

Gary Gulman Live Comedy Show

3:30-6:30 p.m. — Miller Center for the Arts — Tickets starting at $68 — Experience a night of laughter with Gary Gulman’s comedic energy.

Phil Wickham Concert

7-8 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting worship music with Phil Wickham live in Reading.

Gerald Veasley's Unscripted Jam

3:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading — Buy ticket — Celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Berks Jazz Fest with a night of unscripted jazz featuring renowned artists.

Berks Sinfonietta: Gershwin Comes Alive

6-9 p.m. — Miller Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience Gershwin's magic brought to life with the Berks Sinfonietta and Lars Potteiger, plus a performance by the Berks High School All-Star Jazz Band.

Norfolk Admirals vs. Reading Royals

3-4 p.m. — Santander Arena — Cost info not specified — Watch an exciting hockey game as the Norfolk Admirals take on the Reading Royals.