Good morning, Reading.

Connections Work will host a second-chance career fair in Reading for individuals on probation, parole, or with past domestic or criminal justice involvement — employers will be on hand to meet job seekers.

A tabletop butane grill exploded under a small tent at Folino Estate Winery in Greenwich Township Saturday — seriously injuring the chef and two guests.

A small ceremony was held in West Reading Monday to mark two years since the R.M.

Palmer explosion that killed seven and hurt ten from a retired gas line leak, and Pastor Bruce Osterhout said the community needs a permanent memorial while Ela Perez of Mecca Caribbean and Soul Food Restaurant noted people are moving forward as a final NTSB report is expected later this year.

Reading Police are asking the public for help locating two missing 14-year-olds — Aliyah Martinez, 4’7”, last seen in the 1400 block of Luzerne Street, and Jariel Cabrera, 5’8”, seen in the 1400 block of Church Street — who are believed to be traveling together and have been missing for several days.

On Saturday, March 22, a Birdsboro man, Adam Speckhart, was arrested after setting a fire in his home's attic during a domestic dispute and assaulting several officers (he faces charges including arson, assaulting officers, and risking a catastrophe) and he is now held at Berks County Jail on $100,000 bail.

Reading officials said demolition of the old Reading Newspaper building at 431 Penn Street has finished and the roadway is now open for traffic.

The work is part of the Penn Square Redevelopment Project that will add new housing, shops and safe walkways downtown.

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.