Good morning, Reading.

Friends of Hopewell Furnace — a Union Township non-profit — is asking for donations for its new Farm Animal Fund as federal job cuts leave the historic site without staff to care for its sheep and red devon steers.

Each donated dollar will be matched four times.

TMF, featuring former Maze members and singer Chris Walker, will open Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest on April 4 at 6 p.m.—the event honors the legacy of late Frankie Beverly at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in West Reading.

Reading Civic Theatre will host its first Reader’s Theater Fright Night on Nov.

1 to present ghost stories by Charles J. Adams III and will hold auditions on April 19 from 1—3 p.m. Five readers will be selected from ten pieces as participants prepare on their own since rehearsals are limited.

Realtors Kevin Snyder and Thomas Hoch of the Kevin Snyder Sales Team at RE/MAX of Reading earned a certified probate specialist designation and will lead a probate division to help families manage estate decisions after a loss — they are among the few agents in the market with this training.

In a Berks boys lacrosse game, Brensinger and Redner led Wilson to a 15—9 win, showing strong teamwork on the field.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Thorn Performance

7-11 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience a stunning tale of love and sacrifice through captivating visual artistry.