Good morning, Reading.

GoggleWorks is launching Reading Roots Market as a new weekly farmers market that will open Thursday, June 11 in its downtown courtyard and run every Thursday through Oct.

8 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The market will offer fresh produce, art demos and live family activities.

Berks County Latino Chamber launched its 222 Corridor Summer Soccer Series at a Reading office press conference to bring soccer-themed events, cultural festivals & small business markets ahead of FIFA 2026.

The series includes a July 2 watch party at GoggleWorks and events starting June 12 in Lancaster and Allentown.

Humane Pennsylvania in Reading is featuring this week’s Furry Friends.

Zoey (a 7-year-old energetic Pitbull mix who prefers being the only pet) and the bonded pair Addi and Khloe-Katherine (6-year-olds who love snuggling and exploring) are available for adoption.

Café Folino opened its second Berks location at 1007 Mount Laurel Road in Muhlenberg Township and is hosting a grand opening with a ribbon cutting on Monday, June 8 (9 to 11 a.m.).

Complimentary drip coffee, cookies and pastries will be served as part of the celebration.

The 35th Annual World War II Weekend continues at Reading Regional Airport and downtown after Friday’s parade on Penn Street.

The event runs through Sunday and features reenactors and vintage aircraft to commemorate the historic occasion.

Immaculate Conception Academy in Union Township closed for summer Thursday and will permanently shut at the end of the school year due to falling enrollment and rising costs (including a $200,000 deficit and expensive mold remediation).

Diocese officials decided late Wednesday after reviewing financial challenges.

An audit found that Albright College's surplus was $4.6M—less than half of the $10M originally projected—and that the school ended a recent fiscal year with a $13.6M operating deficit.

The college laid off about a dozen staff members and is working to fill a key financial controller role.

The Innovation Fund of Berks County Community Foundation awarded $101,956 to local groups to support environmental health projects including an urban agriculture bus tour + an Earth Day event, garden initiative, municipal outreach, forest stewardship plan, and Conservation Corps program. The grants boost community efforts to improve local environmental health.

The City of Reading’s CRRIZA invites property and business owners to submit applications for CRIZ map changes by July 31 to support local redevelopment and economic growth — the submissions will be reviewed at a public meeting before state approval.

Weis Dietitian Lyndi Mies shared easy summer recipes on 69 News at Sunrise from Salisbury Township today, offering smoothies, quesadillas + toast recipes to mark National Dairy Month and the season's fresh flavors.

Keaton Anthony, a key player for the IronPigs, returned this week with Lehigh Valley after an 11 game rehab tour that followed a series of injuries including a broken foot in a spring game.

Manager Tank Adamson said Anthony will add much-needed consistency to the lineup.

The 54th annual West Reading-Sacramento Basketball Cultural Exchange will run from June 7-14 in Berks County — featuring a ten-player team from two California high schools who will compete in several games, hold a youth clinic, and join a panel discussion at Wyomissing on Monday at 10 a.m.

Prospect Gage Wood impressed in his third start for the Fightin Phils while pitching four innings against the Rumble Ponies in Binghamton on Thursday—he allowed four hits and struck out four in a 2-1 loss.

The young pitcher will return home to face the Portland Sea Dogs during a series from Tuesday, June 9 through Monday, June 14.

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.