Good morning, Reading.

A July Fourth celebration will be held at the Berks County Fairgrounds in Bern Township, featuring a free event with music, family activities, food vendors, a Reading Symphony Orchestra concert and fireworks at 9:30.

Attendees should bring a nonperishable food item (for Helping Harvest).

Michael Toledo has led Centro Hispano for 16 years while uniting Reading’s diverse community — the center was recently honored on the Pennsylvania House floor for 60 years of support to Berks County’s Latino residents.

Habitat for Humanity dedicated a new duplex on Miltimore Street yesterday as part of the Buttonwood Gateway neighborhood revitalization in Reading.

New homeowners Obal and Jacqueline received their keys after completing the First-Time Homeowner Program.

Union Pacific’s Big Boy steam locomotive will make stops in Berks later this week as it heads to Philly for America’s 250th birthday.

It will pause at Reading & Northern Railroad headquarters from 11:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m., then briefly stop in Tilden Township and Leesport (local police and PennDOT have set parking restrictions).

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donated 40,000 pounds of food to Helping Harvest in Spring Township Monday morning in honor of America's 250th anniversary.

The truckload is part of 250 loads that will reach food banks nationwide amid rising costs.

The Pennsylvania Game Commission updated waterfowl rules – in the Atlantic Population Zone, the goose season now runs 45 days and the daily bag limit is three, while light goose dates shifted.

New hunting licenses went on sale on June 22 and the license year begins July 1.

Over $2 million in settlement checks mailed to PSERS members on Feb.

20, 2026 remain uncashed as of June 19, 2026+co‐lead counsel Gerard Mantese urges members to deposit them ahead of a Fairness Hearing on October 1, pending additional settlements.

Berks County senior centers are open as cooling sites during high temperatures, offering water and heat safety information while operating during normal hours.

Older adults can receive free fans at the Mohnton center (other sites are also available for support).

Miller-Keystone Blood Center in Berks is urgently calling on eligible donors as its inventory stands at just one-day’s supply, well below the three-day minimum local hospitals need.

The center urges donors to schedule an appointment at its Leiscz’s Bridge Road location to bolster lifesaving reserves.

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.

Altoona Curve at Reading Fightin Phils

6:45-7:45 p.m. — Reading Fightin Phils — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the excitement of minor league baseball and the spectacular Carpenter MEGA BLAST FIREWORKS show!

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Fan Zone Watch Party

2-6 p.m. — Santander Arena — Free entry — Experience the World Cup excitement with live broadcasts and a festive atmosphere for fans of all ages.

Super Chevy Showdown

All day — Maple Grove Raceway — Check website for entry fees — A weekend filled with thrilling races, classic car shows, and all things Chevy.

The Hindley Street Country Club Live Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of re-imagined covers performed by a talented group of Adelaide musicians.