Good morning, Reading.

On June 22nd, 2025, Not One More: A Peace and Justice Project hosted the first Pedal for Peace Reading Ride Out in Reading to raise awareness about youth violence; the bike ride began at Pathstone Corporation and ended at Reading City Park and drew youth, families, and community leaders. The event featured speeches from local officials and a freestyle competition awarding new bikes—organizers plan to expand the ride next year.

The 69 News newsroom in Reading celebrated the 30th anniversary of the Berks Edition, which first launched on July 24, 1995—marking three decades of local news.

Staff and community members joined to honor the milestone and reflect on years of service.

The distelfink statue outside the Berks County Heritage Center was cleaned, primed, repainted, and given a base refurbishment with funds from Pennsylvania’s Americana Region.

The 6‑foot artwork—sculpted by local Ramon Lagos and gifted in 1985—shows Pennsylvania Dutch folk art and can be seen at 1102 Red Bridge Road in Bern Township.

Alvernia University has received two national honors by being named a College of Distinction for the sixth consecutive year and by earning a spot on Money Magazine's Best Colleges in America list for the third straight year.

Michael Blaustein Live Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an entertaining evening with comedian Michael Blaustein, famous from MTV and Comedy Central.

Back In Black and Electric Love Tribute Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Nightclub Reverb — $15 ADV | $20 DOS — Rock out to AC/DC and The Cult tribute bands in an electrifying night of classic rock.

Summer Concert Series with Vinyl Rush

6-8:30 p.m. — Jim Dietrich Park — Free entry — Experience a delightful evening of live music along the river with local food and drinks.

Toad the Wet Sprocket Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices may fluctuate — Experience the live music of Toad the Wet Sprocket in an intimate setting.

Nate Bargatze Live Comedy Show

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with renowned comedian Nate Bargatze.

RiverFest

11 AM – 10 PM — Jim Dietrich Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate local music and culinary delights along the scenic Schuylkill River.