Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of August.
Good morning, Reading.
🏘️ Community
Riverzilla Community Day took place Saturday at Riverfront Park where volunteers & visitors cleaned the riverbank and enjoyed free kayaking and biking along the Schuylkill River, showcasing Reading's commitment to preserving its natural spaces.
Volunteers gathered Saturday morning at Riverfront Park for the 5th annual Riverzilla cleanup to collect trash by the Schuylkill River and celebrate nature while giving back.
Organizer Ayashe Ramey said the event helps change the river's reputation — sustaining community stewardship.
🎭 Culture
The Reading Public Museum has acquired Cupid Riding a Dolphin — a rare 1838 oil painting by Pennsylvania artist Adam Mortimer Lightner — which strengthens its early American art collection.
It is on view in the ground floor Atrium Gallery for visitors to enjoy local cultural heritage.
🏥 Health
On Saturday in Birdsboro, the third annual overdose-awareness poker run raised funds to create recovery baskets for a Berks County recovery home.
Jolynn Melendez-Ortiz started the event after losing her son to fentanyl poisoning, and proceeds so far have helped 50 people enter recovery.
📰 Real Estate
Reading was ranked No. 6 in the Summer 2026 Housing Market Ranking from The Wall Street Journal & Realtor.com.
The report used home sales and economic health to show a steady market and quality living environment.
🎉 Reading Events
Submit an event →
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.
🏠 Reading Real Estate
Submit a listing →
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
💼 Reading Job Board
Submit a job →
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
📣 Reading Announcements
Submit an announcement →
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Reading.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.