Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
Good morning, Reading.
🏘️ Community
On Sunday, Reading hosted its inaugural Pedal for Peace Reading Ride Out that brought community members together to raise awareness about youth violence and challenge the belief that violence is inevitable.
Not One More — A Peace and Justice Project organized the event to spark change and promote peace.
GRCA will host the fifth Building Berks Awards & Expo on Tuesday, Sept.
9 at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts downtown, where local projects in development will be honored. Nominations are open until July 9 (projects must be completed in the past two years or be set for completion by July 31) and entries will be judged on design, impact, and innovation.
💼 Business
7 Brew drive-thru coffee is under construction in Muhlenberg Township and will open at the end of August at 3045 N.
Fifth Street Highway; owners Travis and Cortney Odom plan events and outreach—to introduce the new location and mark the second Berks spot as the fifth in the state.
🌲 Environment
The Berks County Community Foundation distributed $102,500 to support 10 local projects aimed at solving environmental challenges + boosting sustainability.
The funding provides local groups with key resources to improve their eco-friendly efforts.
🏈 Sports
Chase Yenser, a rising senior from Daniel Boone High School representing Reading Country Club, won the 82nd Pa.
Junior Golf Amateur Championship on Tuesday at Hershey Country Club by two strokes over Freddy Hartmann — he shot a 135 total with rounds of 65 and 70.
🎉 Reading Events
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Fireflies: Nature’s Fireworks
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Angora Fruit Farm, Berks County Parks & Recreation — $ — Explore the magic of fireflies and learn about Pennsylvania's state insect in a picturesque setting.
Berks Celtic Fest 2025
11 AM – 5 PM — Reading Liederkranz — Free for RLK members — Celebrate Celtic culture with food, music, and festivities.
Ryan Adams Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch Ryan Adams live and enjoy an evening of incredible music.
Intro to D&D with the Park Rangers
6-8 p.m. — Berks County Heritage Center — Free entry — Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons through guided one-shot adventures.
Jorge Medina and Josi Cuen - JUNTOS
8-10 p.m. — Santander Arena — Last-minute concert tickets available — Experience a vibrant performance by Jorge Medina and Josi Cuen in Reading, PA.
🏠 Reading Real Estate
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