Good morning, Reading.

Luca Mele and Ariyan Patel, youth volunteers with VOiCEup Berks, are leading the construction of a meditation garden at Hope Rescue Mission to provide a serene space for reflection and community engagement.

The City of Reading has released its 2025 Yard Waste Collection schedule, urging residents to book in advance for pickups throughout the spring, summer, and fall.

CHOR Youth and Family Services is hosting a casting call-style job fair in Reading on March 11 to fill over 20 positions with immediate interviews and potential on-the-spot job offers.

Penn State Berks students won the Nittany AI Challenge with their AI-powered filtration robot, B.E.A.N., aimed at removing pollutants from water to safeguard wildlife and promote clean water.

Union Township Planning Commission unanimously opposes a 116-acre quarry expansion due to zoning concerns.

OurBus is evaluating the potential for a new bus service between Reading and Philadelphia to address the void created by Amtrak discontinuing its service.

Concert by Christine D'Clario

Christine D'Clario will perform live at the Santander Performing Arts Center in Reading, PA.

Ethan Tapper: How to Love a Forest - Book Discussion

Ethan Tapper, a forester and author, will explore his book and discuss human interaction with forest ecosystems in a lecture followed by a Q&A session.

Bluebird Box Workshop

Participants will learn how to attract bluebirds and build a nesting box to take home, enhancing their backyard's wildlife environment.

Junk Journaling Workshop Series: Part 3

This workshop focuses on creating junk journals using various recycled materials, providing limited supplies and the option to purchase materials on-site.

Penntera Live at Nightclub Reverb

Penntera will perform at Nightclub Reverb in Reading, PA, featuring tribute acts Priest Unleashed and The Moshfits for a night of rock music.

Rock ‘Til You Drop

6 PM-12 AM | Adler Brewing Company | $10 at the Door | A night of local Rock and Metal featuring various talented bands.

Virtual Tour of Fairlane Gardens

9 AM - 7 PM | Fairlane Gardens at Reading | Free entry | Explore the best of senior living amenities and services through a virtual tour.

Berks Jazz Festival

8 p.m. | WCR Center for the Arts | Various ticket prices | Experience a celebration of jazz with world-renowned musicians across diverse genres over ten days.

Royal Scam at Berks Jazz Fest 2025

7 PM – 1 AM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate classic rock as The Royal Scam honors Steely Dan at the prestigious Berks Jazz Fest.

Brian Culbertson Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading — Ticketed event — Experience an evening of smooth jazz with Brian Culbertson.