Good morning, Reading.

Families gathered at Happy Hollow Playground in Wyomissing on Saturday for an Earth Day Fair and Farmer's Market—featuring educational stations and treats—and the festival continues today.

Irish Creek RV Service now offers 24/7 on-site repair for motorhomes and campers across Schuylkill and Berks counties — local technicians bring efficient maintenance right to your campsite.

The business honors a family legacy by reducing downtime with quick fixes that keep RV owners on the move.

In 2025, Berks LaunchBox supported 277 entrepreneurs and trained 713 community members (including grant funding awards) to boost local startup growth.

In 2026, the hub will move to a larger space at GoggleWorks Center for the Arts to expand STEM and Makerspace programs.

Timothy Snyder of Fleetwood Bank has been named to the ICBA Legislative Issues Committee, Kozloff Stoudt Attorneys has added new shareholders Brian Boland and Colin MacFarlane, and Barley Snyder partner Kevin Moore earned the 2026 Chris Kaag Community Motivator Award at the IM ABLE Foundation BASH Fundraiser.

GoggleWorks in Reading hosted the Iron Pour & Fire Arts Festival on Saturday with hands-on workshops in glass-blowing and blacksmithing.

Attendees experienced local artistry in action and learned new creative skills.

The Reading Public Museum at 500 Museum Road will host Shaun the Sheep: Flock This Way! from May 16 to Sept.

6, featuring hands-on farm activities for children ages 3 to 9 (sponsored by the Berks County Community Foundation).

Christine Kreisher leads a six-week summer program called the Emerging Entrepreneurs Leadership Academy for high school students in Berks County who want to start their own business.

The program is supported by a United Way grant (celebrating 100 years of community service).

BCIU celebrated the dedication of a new inclusive playground at its Learning Center at Melrose Plaza on Thursday, April 23, recognizing Fleetwood Bank's $5,000 sponsorship.

The space benefits early learners ages 3-5 with disabilities by supporting outdoor learning and play-based development (in an engaging setting).

Residents planning summer gardens can test their soil with a $10 kit from the Penn State Extension Office and plant a mix of blooms to support bees, butterflies, and caterpillars.

The guide recommends varieties that overlap in bloom from early spring to late fall — a simple way to build a pollinator-friendly garden.

My Gut Instinct Inc. and Classic Harley-Davidson will host the 5th Undy 500 on Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 983 James Drive in Leesport.

The free event promotes colorectal cancer prevention with a 500-meter obstacle course, health screenings, live music, food from vendors & giveaways.

Penn State running back Nick Singleton was picked in the fifth round by the Tennessee Titans on Saturday (165th overall pick).

He is the first Nittany Lions back drafted since 2019 and the first Berks County product selected since 2021.

Ephrata Rhythm & Brews

12-5 p.m. — Thomas P. Grater Community Park — Cost varies — Celebrate local craft beverages and music while enjoying a variety of food trucks in a spring park setting.

Peso Pluma Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique musical style of Peso Pluma, a trailblazing artist with millions of monthly listeners.

Sepultura Concert

6:30–8:00 p.m. — Nightclub Reverb — Tickets start at $78 — Experience the electrifying live performance of Sepultura in Reading, PA.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire

12:30-2:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in a spectacular live show.