Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Reading City to improve safety and secure Reading Pagoda by installing gates on Skyline Drive, operational daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM starting January 1, 2025.
The Berks County Bar Association held its third annual Wills for Heroes event, providing free estate planning services to military veterans and first responders.
🎭 Culture
Victor Wainwright and Vanessa Collier will kick off the seventh annual Reading Blues Fest with a high-energy performance on Friday at 8 p.m. in the Reading Grand Ballroom, highlighting their successful music careers.
Guitar-A-Rama 2024, hosted at WCR Center for the Arts, will feature a free workshop and showcase of diverse guitar styles including flamenco and gypsy jazz, aiming to educate and entertain participants of all levels.
🎓 Education
Alvernia University partners with the County of Berks to expand the Apprenticeship to Degree Program, enhancing workforce development by providing students with practical experience aligned with their academic studies.
The Berks County Intermediate Unit, alongside local educational institutions, initiates the "Level Up Berks" campaign to encourage diverse individuals to pursue careers in education amid a national teacher shortage.
🏥 Health
November is National Diabetes Month, aimed at raising awareness and driving support for people living with diabetes, emphasizing the importance of diet, exercise, and community resources in managing the condition.
🏈 Sports
Wyomissing football team secures a spot in the District 3 Class 4A final after defeating West York 35-7, setting up a rematch against Lampeter-Strasburg.
🎉 Reading Events
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All Elite Wrestling Live at Santander Arena
Experience an exciting night featuring a diverse roster of talented male and female wrestlers showcasing a variety of wrestling styles.
People, Place, and Things Exhibition at Penn State Berks
Experience an exhibition featuring artists from Eastern Pennsylvania that explore themes of place-making and regional identity.
Opening Night of the Reading Blues Fest 2024 Featuring Vanessa Collier
Experience the incredible blues sounds of Grammy-nominated Victor Wainwright and talented Vanessa Collier at the opening night of Reading Blues Fest 2024.
Sesame Street Live: Say Hello
Experience an interactive live show with beloved Sesame Street characters Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and Cookie Monster as they sing, dance, and play with the audience.
People, Place, and Things Exhibition
Experience an engaging exhibition showcasing the works of artists from Eastern Pennsylvania that explore themes of place-making and regional identity.
People, Place, and Things Exhibition
Experience an engaging art exhibition featuring local artists from Eastern Pennsylvania exploring themes of place-making and regional identity.
Flippin' Fun 5K Turkey Run
Experience a chip-timed 5K run through the scenic Jim Dietrich Park with prizes for top finishers in various age categories.
Pierce The Veil Live at Santander Arena
Experience an electrifying performance by Pierce The Veil, as they deliver their powerful and emotionally resonant music that reflects the struggles of today's youth.
World Ballet Company's The Nutcracker Performance
Experience the magic of the holiday season with the World Ballet Company's live performance of the beloved classic, The Nutcracker, at the Santander Performing Arts Center.
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert
Experience the festive sounds of Mannheim Steamroller at the Santander Performing Arts Center in Reading, PA.
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