Good morning, Reading.

The Adalyn Rose Foundation and ProBerco partnered to support grieving families by packing and shipping Remembrance Cart supplies to hospitals across the country while boosting employment for local individuals with disabilities.

The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to dignity and inclusion (a community priority).

A memorial service honoring fallen officer Kristen Yeager will be held on June 9 at noon at Don Thomas Stadium in Exeter Township.

Gates open at 11 a.m. with designated parking available nearby.

Downtown Reading will host the First Friday Block Parties tomorrow from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. live music, street soccer led by coach Gina Cardenas, Latin dance by Christina & the Que Rico team, an art session from GoggleWorks, and free parking at 4th & Cherry Garage are featured.

Reading Soda Works (with a 104 year history) makes craft sodas using cane sugar and unique flavor combinations.

The business donates its markup to local charities to support community groups like Big Brothers Big Sisters.

NetJets’ new maintenance facility is operating at Reading Regional Airport — its first aircraft arrived to kick off services that will boost local aviation and support job growth in the community.

A 23-by-14-foot linen tent made in Reading in 1778 served as General Washington’s mobile command center during the Revolutionary War and is now displayed at the Museum of the American Revolution.

The tent (nicknamed the first Oval Office) marks a key local contribution to America’s 250-year history.

Daniel Boone Homestead in Exeter Township will host a living history event on Saturday, June 27 from noon to 8 p.m. It will feature colonial demonstrations, trades, and reenactments (including General Washington portrayals) to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary of independence.

On May 21, youth from local middle and high schools attended a Youth Empowerment Summit at Tec Centro Berks where community leaders discussed violence prevention, mentorship, and access to local resources.

Hosted by Berks Latino Workforce Development Corporation and Berks Community Action Program, the event empowered students to share ideas.

At a recent School Board meeting, Pam Gockley of The Camel Project urged officials to shift from reactive safety responses to a comprehensive, trauma-informed approach — board members and the superintendent endorsed plans to expand training next school year.

Wyomissing and Twin Valley won their first-round matches in the PIAA Class 2A girls lacrosse tournament on Tuesday—advancing to Saturday quarterfinals against Quaker Valley and Gwynedd Mercy respectively.

Phillies top prospect Aidan Miller, a Double-A Reading player last season, will undergo a radiofrequency ablation procedure on Friday to treat his back pain & is expected to resume game activity by Aug.

5 after a week of rest and rehab.

The PIAA Class 6A baseball quarterfinal is set for today at 6 p.m. at FirstEnergy Stadium when Muhlenberg meets Owen J.

Roberts — gates open at 5 p.m. and tickets are $9 in advance or $10 on game day with cash-only sales beginning at 10 a.m.

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.

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.

Stammtisch German Speaking Group

6-7 p.m. — Reading Liederkranz — Free entry — Practice your German while enjoying a cozy atmosphere full of conversation and culture.

Ben Folds Concert

8-11 p.m. — Santander Arena — Cost info unavailable — Experience the genre-bending music of Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter Ben Folds.

Berks Classic Pickleball Tournament

All day — West Reading Pickleball — Entry fee required — Showcase your skills in an exciting pickleball competition with friends.

Arena Football – Zurich Ibexx vs. Pennsylvania Benjamins

2:30-6:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — All In Pricing Available — Experience exciting traditional arena football with teams from the US, UK, and Canada.

Ty Myers Concert

7:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — $39.50 — Experience the soulful blend of blues, rock, and country from rising star Ty Myers.

Barry Manilow Live in Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Santander Arena — Starting at $39.50 — Experience the legendary Barry Manilow perform hits from over five decades of music history.

The Winner Stands Alone Book Discussion

6-8 p.m. — Craft 2700 — Free entry — Gather with fellow readers, enjoy good food, and discuss this month's book over drinks.

Reading Fightin Phils vs New Hampshire Fisher Cats

7-8 p.m. — Reading Fightin Phils — Check event page for details — Enjoy a night of baseball with a special Princess Tribute theme and exclusive merchandise.