Reading
Morning News
Sunday, May 10th, 2026
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Weaver's Orchard hosted its second annual Highland Cow Festival on Saturday in Caernarvon Township, where visitors enjoyed cuddling highland cows, pigs, sheep and baby farm animals from Swartz Farm, a kiss-a-cow booth, hayrides, a tube slide and more family fun. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Children and teens coping with loss will attend a free summer grief camp offered by the Berks County Intermediate Unit. Camp Connect runs four half-day sessions on June 15-18 and August 3-6 in local townships with trained volunteers and mental health professionals leading art, music, and group discussions. Berks Weekly
- ➤ Tom Frebel, 64, volunteers with Baseballtown Charities Dream League to help players with disabilities play baseball. Based in Sinking Spring and pitching since 2018, he makes every game fun and inclusive (backed by a United Way grant celebrating 100 years). WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Tom Frebel, a volunteer pitcher from Sinking Spring, helps players with intellectual and physical disabilities enjoy baseball with Baseballtown Charities Dream League, a nonprofit founded in 2018. He works closely with local athletes of all ages to ensure each game is fun & fair in Reading. Berks Weekly
- ➤ Helping Harvest Community Kitchen in downtown Reading celebrated one year of operation on May 2025—with over 170,000 meals produced for local families, including almost 15,000 Thanksgiving meals—and confirmed a strong partnership with RACC for culinary training. The kitchen plans to expand programs to serve vulnerable neighbors further. Berks Weekly
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fred Beans Ford of Boyertown earned its 20th President's Award after finishing 2025 in the top 10% of dealerships based on customer survey responses. The local dealership credits its experienced team for delivering quality service. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Reading Symphony Orchestra named Bryan Sanguinito as the new conductor of its Junior String Orchestra to inspire young musicians, while Cheers Bistro at the DoubleTree will host Busker Incognito’s Blues & Boogie Jam on Thursday at 7 p.m. with live music and free parking. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Christ Episcopal Church celebrated 200 years on Saturday during a community event that unveiled a mid-1800s time capsule. The capsule revealed 13 coins, Bibles, and historical records that are now on display (historic treasures attract interest) and more summer celebrations are planned. WFMZ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of students celebrated graduation today at Penn State Berks inside Santander Arena in Reading + they marked the milestone by wearing blue caps and gowns. WFMZ-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Vintner’s Table in Wyomissing still takes Mother’s Day weekend reservations for a family meal, and Colebrookdale Railroad in Boyertown will offer historic train rides with brunch, tea + cocktails for memory-making experiences. WFMZ-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Real estate transactions for May 10 are now recorded across Berks County as deeds filed at the recorder’s office show a range of deals (some without transfer prices due to non-monetary exchanges). The report covers activity in Reading and nearby townships. Reading Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hamburg beat Twin Valley 11-8 in the BCIAA softball quarterfinal Friday by scoring three runs in the top of the 10th inning. The Hawks (15-5) will face top seeded Wilson at Lyons Field on Tuesday at 5 p.m., with the championship on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Exeter's Cara Miller broke the Berks County pole vault record on May 1 at Wyomissing High School clearing 12-1¼. She defended her BCIAA title on May 8 at Gov. Mifflin High School, keeping her among the county's top athletes. Reading Eagle
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Sepultura Concert
6:30–8:00 p.m. — Nightclub Reverb — Tickets start at $78 — Experience the electrifying live performance of Sepultura in Reading, PA.
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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.
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SatchVai Band
7:30-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Not specified — Experience the virtuoso guitar performance of Joe Satriani, one of the world's most commercially successful solo artists.
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Cody Tyler Live
7-10 p.m. — Bertie's Inn — Enjoy a night of music with Cody Tyler's band, offering a fusion of country and southern rock sounds.
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Arizona Juggernauts vs Pennsylvania Benjamins
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy thrilling indoor arena football with live music and great food.
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Mid-Atlantic Air Museum WWII Weekend
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Mid Atlantic Air Museum — Admission varies — Experience the thrill of history come to life with authentic reenactments of World War II battles.
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6th Annual Paw Fest Block Party
12-5 p.m. — Reading Liederkranz — Food and activities available — Enjoy a day of fun supporting adoptable dogs with games, vendors, and raffles.
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2026 Charity Golf Invitational
7 a.m. — Golden Oaks Golf Club — Lunch included — Hit the links for a good cause benefiting FairView Counseling and The Play Therapy Center.
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