Good morning, Reading.

Hope House reopened in February after a six-month, $800,000 renovation at South Ninth Street to offer transitional housing for 13 men in recovery, where residents pay about $400 monthly for utilities and support services.

The Reading Public Library has repurposed an old card catalog into a Seed Library to lend categorized seeds for home gardens.

Gardeners Yamileishka Rodriguez and Yahaira Ortiz selected seeds today as part of a program designed to help fill local food gaps (with support from Berks Nature and community donations).

A dog was rescued from a two-alarm house fire in Robeson Township today, and investigators are looking into the cause of the blaze.

Safe Berks named Eniyah Cooper and interim director Erica Caceres to boost donor outreach for survivors, while Alvernia University's Rodney Ridley was honored for his local impact, and Fulton Financial Corp. will promote Karen Grafje after Bernadette Taylor retires on June 5.

The Baseless Trio, a high school group without a bassist, received a $750 Chuck Loeb Ensemble Scholarship on Thursday and will play at Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest.

The group includes pianist Gabe Perry, guitarist Aiden Wilson and drummer Dexter Sales, honored by RMF and Berks Arts.

The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum in Hamburg is hosting 'Remembering the Reading Railroad'—an exhibit with illustrations, panels, and photos through Oct.

25. The museum welcomes visitors on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 4.

Reading School District has approved 38 reading specialist positions; 19 are filled and 19 will be advertised with hiring to start next school year.

The district’s needs-based approach uses enrollment and performance data (targeting early readers) to ensure every student gets proper literacy support.

Residents and local officials in Upper Bern Township voiced concerns on Sunday, Mar.

22 that a proposed detention facility in a 527,000 sqft warehouse on Mountain Road may strain water, sewer, road systems, and tax revenue (up to $828,000 annually). Community groups urge continued engagement as plans move forward.

Reading Hospital offers complete OB-GYN services from planning to postpartum care with private birthing suites, regular prenatal check-ups, and educational tours (in-person and virtual) for new parents in Reading.

Six former players and coaches (including record-setters Pete Gilmore and Nate Romig) are set for induction into the Berks County Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame on Saturday, June 6 at the Green Valley Chateau.

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.

Romeo Santos & Prince Royce Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Santander Arena — Cost varies — Enjoy an evening of captivating Latin music from two of the genre's biggest stars.

MTB Try-it Day!

6-7:30 p.m. — The Nature Place at Angelica Park — Free event — Perfect for students to discover mountain biking, regardless of experience level.

Wheeling Nailers vs. Reading Royals

7-8 p.m. — Santander Arena — Stream available — Watch an exciting hockey clash as the Nailers take on the Royals live.

Wheeling Nailers vs. Reading Royals

7-10 p.m. — Santander Arena — Watch the game live on FloHockey with replays available for subscribers.

Lamb Of God Concert

6-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket information available online — Experience an electrifying evening with Lamb Of God as they rock Reading with an unforgettable performance.