Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of June.
Good morning, Reading.
April Crossley co-owns Homes of Grace and is redeveloping a home in Sinking Spring to serve as co-living for seniors.
The project offers affordable rates about 30% below market, includes utilities, Wi-Fi and cleaning, and is supported by a United Way grant to address homelessness in the community.
The America250PA Berks County Committee, with the Reading Symphony Orchestra, will host the free Star-Spangled Spectacular at Berks County Fair Grounds on July 4.
The event features live music, family activities, food vendors + fireworks at 9:30 p.m., and guests are encouraged to bring a food donation for Helping Harvest.
Reading & Northern Railroad teams with Firehouse Coffee for a limited edition 2102 Brew honoring the historic locomotive.
Pre-sale starts June 8 for subscribers and the brew will be available on June 12 at tasting tents and select retailers (some bags signed by CEO Andy Muller).
Reading Regional Airport hosted World War II Weekend where visitors saw restored B-25 bombers and interactive displays while veterans shared personal histories.
The event, celebrating family traditions and local heritage, concludes today.
Reading Theater Project presents a staged reading of Romeo and Juliet, Class of ’97 at 7 p.m. June 11 at the Boscov Theater in GoggleWorks (201 Washington St.) where playwright Kimberly Patterson reimagines the classic tale and a talkback is set to follow.
The Berks County recorder of deeds filed public records for property transfers today, showing transactions where money sometimes was not exchanged and others valued up to over $1 million — all across multiple townships.
The PA Classics Reading Academy Girls Fury team won the state championship on May 17 at WSFS Sportsplex and will compete in the US Youth Soccer National Championships from July 15 to 23 in Nashville — a milestone reached after years of hard work.
On Saturday, four Berks teams advanced to the PIAA playoff semifinals in boys volleyball and in girls and boys lacrosse — Brandywine Heights will face Meadville on Tuesday after defeating South Fayette, while Wyomissing and Twin Valley have set lacrosse semifinal matchups with times and sites to be announced.
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.
World Cup 2026 Fan Zone Celebration
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Santander Arena — Free entry — Experience the excitement of the World Cup with live match broadcasts, entertainment, and a vibrant block party atmosphere.
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