Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Berks County celebrated Thanksgiving traditions as local groups hosted turkey trots— a free 5K run and community feasts with hot meals provided by organizations such as The Hope Rescue Mission in Reading, The Boyertown Salvation Army, and CARE Inc. during the holiday. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Volunteers from Reading High School, churches, and local businesses served 150 free Thanksgiving meals at Marvel Ranch on November 27 — a key part of a wider Berks County effort that fed many people in need. Over 100 helpers cooked, packaged, and delivered meals early that morning, continuing a long-standing tradition of community service. Reading Eagle
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new dirty soda business in Berks County opened in September and has quickly received a warm response from locals. The family-owned venture makes sodas with flavored syrups and local cold brew while planning pop-up events with plow farms on Black Friday weekend and local partnerships through Thanksgiving. WFMZ-TV
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The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
8-9:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Event rate parking available — Experience legendary rock and metal reimagined with classical elegance in a stunning gothic atmosphere.
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Reading Royals vs. Wheeling Nailers Hockey Game
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Group tickets starting at $10 with food add-ons — Experience an exciting night of hockey with affordable group options.
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Reading Royals vs. Worcester Railers
7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Group Tickets starting at $10 — Enjoy an exciting hockey match and tasty treats with your crew.
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Kuarantine - KISS Tribute with Chris Jericho
7-9:30 p.m. — Nightclub Reverb — $25 ADV | $30 DOS — Experience the world’s best non-makeup KISS cover band with a rock n roll party featuring Chris Jericho.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Santander Arena — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a beloved holiday classic brought to life on stage in Reading.
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Champions of Magic
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets from $27 — Experience an enchanting evening filled with extraordinary magic performances.
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Adirondack Thunder vs. Reading Royals
7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets starting at $13 — Watch an exciting matchup in the AHL as Thunder take on the Royals.
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World Ballet Company's The Nutcracker
1:00 – 2:30 PM — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience a magical ballet performance this holiday season.
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