Reading
Morning News
Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Good morning, Reading. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Members of the Knit Hat Ministry at Bausman Memorial United Church of Christ spent much of the year making more than 1,100 handmade hats for over a dozen groups in Berks County—some hats were sent to the Lakota Indians—helping keep people warm as the weather cools. They plan to make even more hats next year. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ Box of Berks and the Berks Agricultural Resource Network (BARN) launched a Give Back Box project featuring food boxes that include local flavors and support local food producers, with 10 percent of each sale donated to BARN. Customers must place orders by Dec. 17 to ensure shipment by Christmas. Reading Eagle
- ➤ Tonight, Cumru Township's Animal Rescue League introduces two adoptable pets—Lucky, a 10-year-old dog who loves affection, and Joy, a 5-year-old Siberian Husky known for her playful energy. WFMZ-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Black Friday morning, shoppers visited Berkshire Mall in Wyomissing to hunt for deals on clothes, shoes, and Christmas gifts. Many noted the crowds were lighter than in past years — a shift that allowed for a calmer shopping experience. WFMZ-TV
- ➤ The U.S. Small Business Administration has urged local chambers to support Small Business Saturday pop-up markets and youth-run booths today—boosting local entrepreneurship through access to funding, training, and mentorship. SBA regional head Jim Spencer will use his network of business centers to help first-time business owners start their ventures. Reading Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Christmas on the Mountain opens today at Hillside Playground in Reading as crews flipped the switch at 5 p.m. to light over five million LED lights with help from Reading High School Marine Corps JROTC—its largest free holiday display in the nation—running through December 23. WFMZ-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rick Perez has returned as head coach of the Reading High Red Knights after a two-year break—bringing renewed focus on both mental and emotional strength to the team. The players said his arrival has boosted their energy as they prepare for their season opener against JP McCaskey on Dec. 9. Reading Eagle
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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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