Good morning, Reading.

Community events this week include the Shin Sekai Anime Fest Saturday at the WCR Center for the Arts + the Reading Pride Celebration Sunday at Jim Dietrich Park.

Other events such as an open house at Wernersville station and a genealogy lesson add extra options for local fun.

Greenlight Networks acquired FastBridge Fiber, a Berks County provider, on July 6 to extend its fiber service in PA and NY.

The company will transition the FastBridge brand as it integrates 120 employees (bringing local expertise) and adds more than 65,000 households.

PENN Entertainment of Wyomissing will launch its online sports betting platform, theScore Bet Sportsbook and Casino, in Alberta later this year to expand its digital footprint in Canada.

Its standalone apps, theScore Casino and Hollywood Casino, will also be available in Alberta (its online offerings in Ontario are live).

Police will host a training program at Wilson High School in Berks this week focused on increased police presence drills (officials advised residents to avoid marked training areas).

Fifth Avenue Pharmacy will soon open at Reading Hospital, offering round-the-clock service so patients can access prescriptions any time.

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.

Brit Floyd Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the world’s premier Pink Floyd tribute band performing classic hits in an authentic style.