Good morning, Reading.

Whitney, a single mother of four, finished her last semester at Montgomery Community College and took a leave from work to focus on her studies amid financial struggles — Operation Holiday, in its 35th year, has partnered with 21 agencies to provide food and gift cards for families this Christmas.

On Sunday afternoon, the Friends of Chamber Music held a free benefit concert at the WCR Center for the Arts — featuring the Tempered Brass Quintet and a new workshop for high school students learning chamber music.

On Saturday, Dec. 20, college students from Berks County received honors for academic achievements including Heather Dewar joining Phi Kappa Phi and select Alvernia peer tutors earning recognition for their contributions.

The events highlight the strong academic impact in the community.

Exeter boys basketball defeated Boyertown 60-46 Saturday as Braylon Reinert and Jayden Ware scored 17 points each for the Eagles.

Other non-league contests saw Berks Catholic win 66-48 over Abington Heights, Gov.-Mifflin beat Lebanon 64-31, and Muhlenberg top Upper Darby 51-41.

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.

Norfolk Admirals vs. Reading Royals

4-5:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Group tickets starting at $10 — Catch the thrilling action as the Admirals take on the Royals in this exciting hockey matchup.

Gary Owen Live Comedy Show

8-10 p.m. — Santander Arena — Tickets required — Experience two decades of sharp observational humor and fearless storytelling from comedian Gary Owen.

Greensboro Gargoyles vs. Reading Royals Hockey Game

7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Arena — Watch on FloHockey — Cheer for your favorite team in this exciting hockey matchup.