Good morning, Reading.

The City of Reading will host the August First Friday Block Party on August 1 from 5 to 9 p.m. on the 600 block of Penn Street, featuring live music by Orquesta Tropikal and DJ Houdini, a cocktail garden by Casa W.

Distillery, food vendors, and family activities like tie-dye and games — the event is free and open to everyone.

A 13-year-old boy was injured Saturday afternoon near the State Hill Road boat ramp at Blue Marsh Lake – authorities say he was struck by a boat while riding a jet ski and was taken to a hospital.

Violent thunderstorms hit Berks County Friday night—one tree fell on a home and caused severe damage.

On Saturday at 1:30 p.m., a jet ski and boat collided near the Statehill Road Boat Ramp on Blue Marsh Lake in Lower Heidelberg Township—leaving a teenage boy seriously injured who was transported by ambulance to Reading Hospital, officials said.

WCR Center for the Arts announced Brian Pinto as a new board member on its Advancement Committee — he brings over 25 years of fundraising experience and a strong local connection from Berks County to boost the Center’s visibility and support Reading’s revitalization.

Zachary Kauffman, a 20-year-old from Exeter Township, built a detailed LEGO model of the Reading Railroad—including a replica of Franklin Street Station—for an exhibit at the Reading Railroad Heritage Museum in Hamburg.

He took photos at Reading Royals games to capture real details and his project will be on display today as a way to keep local history alive.

Berks Got Talent, hosted by DJ Serrano, has grown over four years from 13 acts to 23 acts and now features local performers including singers, dancers + spoken word artists.

Many acts return each year to share their talent with the community.

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.