Good morning, Reading.

Reading will host free World Cup watch parties at Santander Arena on July 3, 4, 18 and 19, featuring a 40-foot screen and Penn Street festivals (food, music and activities) for soccer fans.

Registration is required for access.

Reading District Libraries launched Pages for Pets to sponsor a shelter pet adoption fee by encouraging Berks County readers to log 500,000 reading minutes by July 24.

Humane Pennsylvania will announce the chosen pet on Aug. 3, and 25 library locations will host summer learning events for all ages.

About 500 volunteers gathered Friday evening at Penn State Berks to pack 250,000 nutritionally fortified meals of macaroni and cheese and apple cinnamon oatmeal for families facing food insecurity — the meals will be distributed by Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank and Reading School District.

Twin Valley Coffee reopened its Main Street Café at 4043 Main St. in Caernarvon Township last weekend during a homecoming event that featured drive-through and indoor-outdoor seating.

The company plans to add retail locations while staying true to its local roots.

People are invited to nominate local trailblazers for the 5th annual InnaStar Trailblazer Awards + submissions are open in Salisbury TWP through June 30.

The gala will honor changemakers in entertainment, wellness and education who inspire our community.

Berks County officials unveiled the refurbished Bicentennial Eagle sculpture yesterday at the Berks County Heritage Center while preserving its original 1976 design by students for America’s Bicentennial.

The center will host AmericanaFest on Saturday, June 20 with living history demonstrations, crafts, food and music.

Penske Logistics, headquartered in Reading, presented the 2026 State of Logistics Report yesterday, Tuesday, June 16, to highlight growing supply chain challenges and declining U.S. logistics costs from $2.6 trillion in 2025 to $2.4 trillion now.

The report calls for enhanced resiliency through digital investments and automation.

Kutztown University named Dr. Deborah Kidder as dean of the College of Business and she starts on Monday, June 29 — she brings over 30 years of leadership experience, including her recent role as dean at Columbus State University.

Boyertown Area High School held its graduation on June 5 at Santander Arena where 497 seniors received diplomas.

Valedictorian Diego Peredo and school leaders urged graduates to ask questions and seize opportunities plus embrace their future with gratitude.

Food safety inspectors in Berks County found five facilities out of compliance between May 27 and June 12, noting issues like unsanitary equipment and improper temperature controls at several Reading restaurants; some violations were corrected (follow-up inspections are planned) to ensure public safety.

Bass fishing season kicked off on June 13 with anglers enjoying both smallmouth and largemouth fishing this summer.

Local waters — such as Blue Marsh Lake and sites in Chester and Montgomery — offer many spots for family outings and local tournaments.

The annual Pagoda Hillclimb will take place on June 20-21 at the historic Duryea Drive course in Reading — racers from across the East Coast will compete and spectators may ride shuttle buses while donating to support local causes.

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.

Upcycled! Rugmaking Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Berks County Heritage Center — $10 per person — Create a unique hand-made rug using traditional techniques and modern materials from scrap fabric.

Pretzel History and Tales

7-8 p.m. — Berks County Heritage Center — Free entry — Discover how the pretzel lived through Prohibition and other fascinating stories.