Good morning, Reading.

Robyn Jasko and her 11-year-old son Ajax David won Kutztown Community Library’s 75th Anniversary Logo Contest with a book-inspired hex sign design and donated $20 each to five local charities+ including Reading-based Make the Road Pennsylvania and animal rescue organizations, keeping funds in the community to help local causes.

Students from Berks County are leading a project to build a meditation garden at Hope Rescue Mission by transforming an unused field between the shelters into a calm space with benches, plants, and wind chimes—donations from local businesses helped support the plan.

GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in Reading is hosting the free Iron Pour Festival on April 26th from 3 to 9 p.m. featuring live molten iron demonstrations at 3,000°F as part of its 20th anniversary celebration.

Other arts events include a lecture and scratch mold carving class with Pour Master Brian Glaze on April 23rd, a Q&A session with young adult fantasy author L. Ryan Storms at Firefly Bookstore on April 19th, oboist Artemis Drake winning the Hershey Symphony’s Young Artist Competition to perform next season — and the 43rd Annual Secondary Art Exhibition open at GoggleWorks through April 29th.

Tracey Miller, a Berks teacher who has worked with special needs students for 30 years, received the Annie Sullivan Award and said the honor means her whole life.

Kutztown University held its winter graduation ceremony yesterday for students from Berks County and nearby communities.

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.

Reading Symphony Orchestra - Let's Dance

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Cost not listed — Experience a captivating blend of symphonic music and ballet featuring the Joffrey Ballet Studio Company.

Open House at 2622 Perkiomen Avenue

8-10 p.m. — 2622 Perkiomen Ave — $309,000 — Explore this spacious home featuring four bedrooms and a large backyard in Reading, Pennsylvania.

Vince Gill Concert

7-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the musical talents of Vince Gill live in Reading, PA.

Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2025

4-8 p.m. — Shiloh Hills Park — Entry fees vary — A fun and engaging running series encouraging kids to embrace an active lifestyle.