Good morning, Reading.

Berks County Parks & Recreation will host a full slate of April events that include a wellness walk on April 5 at Angora Fruit Farm and a museum tour on April 3 at the Berks History Center—offering various nature, art and community activities—while some events require pre-registration and nominal fees.

Today, the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance—partnering with the Lancaster Chamber of Commerce—announced it is conducting a Wage & Policies Survey for Berks County businesses to gather local wage, benefits and policy data.

All companies can complete the free survey, which will close on Friday, June 13, and new data will be available in October.

On March 31 at 1:02 a.m., officers responded to reports of shots fired at a residence on the 300 block of Elm Street in Reading where a man suffered a graze wound to his ear and declined treatment— the suspect was detained with charges pending.

Melvin Ojeda was sentenced to life in prison after he was found guilty of first-degree murder in February—he killed his ex-girlfriend's new boyfriend on Valentine's Day.

Reading School District’s aquatics program has grown quickly under Assistant Athletic Director Matt Lubas with nearly 700 participants in swim lessons and group classes for both youth and adults at the high school pool.

The district is recruiting more staff and offers a Lifeguard Prep Course until April 10 at RKAA City Line High School—providing students with hands-on training for lifeguard certification.

Reading Truck has customized a service vehicle for the Reading Fire Department+ city officials say the upgrade will boost fleet efficiency.

Berks County's child vaccination rates have dropped as state data shows a decline in several key vaccines—MMR rates fell from 96.9% to 95.1% while other immunizations also slipped over the past few years.

Local health experts say delays following COVID-19 and rising parental exemptions have contributed to the trend, warning that lower rates can put children at risk.

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.

Real Estate Investing Insights

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM — Platinum Cafe & Lounge — Free entry — Discover valuable strategies for real estate success and connect with industry experts.

Spring 2025 Job Fair

1-5 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading — Free parking — Connect with employers hiring for various positions in Berks County.