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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Help A Girl Out drive in Berks County ended on March 7th with 86,151 donated feminine products, an 82% rise over last year. New partnerships and over 60 collection boxes at more than 30 locations helped expand the effort into Schuylkill County. Berks Weekly
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A small plane crashed while landing on private property near Stoned Goat Farm in Robeson Township on March 21 at 11:20 a.m. EDT—officials are investigating the cause. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On March 28 and 29 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Alvernia University will host ‘23: The Aftermath of Gun Violence’ in Francis Hall to confront the impact of gun violence through art, performance, and community dialogue. Organized by RIZE Youth Arts Organization—Shaykayarira Delrio-Gonzalez and JCWK Dance Lab, the event features a Miller Gallery exhibition, a 50-minute immersive performance, and a panel discussion with advocacy resources. Berks Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health marked a historic match day on Friday as its first graduating class filled all 108 residency positions from 17,000 applicants. Local student David Talarico matched for family medicine at Memorial Hospital in South Bend (he hopes to return to the area later). WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Penn State Berks hospitality management students won third place for their chilled watermelon soup recipe at Opportunity House’s 23rd annual Souper Bowl on (Feb. 3) at the Beaver Athletics and Wellness Center. The event drew about 500 community members and raised $86,000 for Opportunity House’s services. Berks Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Reading’s financial consultant, Gordon Mann (READING EAGLE), said the city is positioned to focus spending on long-term investments to fuel downtown revitalization. He urged local leaders to shape creative, ambitious plans (to support the city’s vision) for the area’s future. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Several pastors in the Reading Latin Pastor Association say a new immigration policy threatens religious liberty and could lead to future federal immigration raids. Pastor Felipe Fana — president of the Berks County Latino Pastor Association and head pastor at Plenitud de Vid en Cristo church on Washington Street — said he worries the policy may impact local faith communities. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wilson graduate Rylee Wenzel from Bloomsburg University shined at the PSAC swimming championships on March 21st and also competed in the NCAA championships yesterday. Reading Eagle
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Aubrey Logan Concert
3-7 p.m. — Miller Center for the Arts — Find tickets online — Enjoy an afternoon of spectacular music by the talented Aubrey Logan.
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Open House at 203 Eric Ave
4:00-5:30 p.m. — 203 Eric Ave, Reading, PA — $299,777 — Discover a charming single-family home in the sought-after Governor Mifflin School District with modern renovations and abundant natural light.
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Eslabon Armado Concert in Reading
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying evening with Eslabon Armado at Santander Arena.
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Open House at 830 Grandell Ave
4-6 PM — 830 Grandell Ave, Reading, PA — Free entry — Explore this charming 4-bedroom home with a beautiful backyard in the heart of Muhlenberg Township.
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The Thorn Performance
7-11 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience a stunning tale of love and sacrifice through captivating visual artistry.
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