Reading Hospital is hosting a free women\u2019s health and wellness event on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lauer\u2019s Park Elementary School, 251 N. Second St., Reading. \u201cGrow & Glow: Thrive, Shine, and Take Care of You\u201d features a light brunch, mocktails, chair massages and health screenings. There will be opportunities to connect with health care professionals, schedule a mammogram and make a spring bouquet. The event includes music, a photo booth and Zumba classes<\/p>\n
Registration is requested but not required. Register online at bit.ly\/3NKaYf8<\/a> or call 484-628-7599.<\/p>\n Pageant fundraiser<\/p>\n Fiona Flanagan of Exeter Township won the Pennsylvania Miss Amazing Jr. Teen pageant, an empowerment program for girls and women with disabilities. She is heading to Chicago for the program\u2019s National Summit. She is raising funds to cover her travel expenses. Learn more and donate at givebutter.com\/miss-amazing-2026\/fionaflanagan<\/a>.<\/p>\n Grief support<\/p>\n The sudSSpirit grief support group for those who have experienced the sudden unexpected death of a spouse or significant other will meet Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the Exeter Community Library, 4569 Prestwick Drive. The program is free and no registration is required. For more information, visit dominicmurgido.com<\/a>, email sudsspirit@gmail.com or call 717-866-2401.<\/p>\n Chicken and apple cake<\/p>\n Reform Congregation Oheb Sholom in Wyomissing is holding a sale featuring Kauffman\u2019s BBQ chicken and the congregation\u2019s Jewish apple cake on May 3 from noon to 3 p.m. Preorder online at ohebsholom.org<\/a>. Same-day purchases also available. Prices are $13 for a chicken platter, $10 for a quarter apple cake and $22 for a quarter apple cake and chicken combo platter.<\/p>\n Pickup is at Wyomissing Church of the Brethren, 2200 State Hill Road.<\/p>\n Wyomissing library<\/p>\n The following programs are coming up at the Wyomissing Public Library, 9 Reading Blvd.:<\/p>\n A program today at 6 p.m. focuses on teaching a college-level course about Wyomissing native and cultural icon Taylor Swift with Penn State Berks Professor E. Michele Ramsey.<\/p>\n On Saturday at 1 the library will host a community conversation on homelessness in Berks County.\u201d The Rev. Steve Ohnsman will lead the conversation, joined by Jack Willams of the Berks Coalition to End Homelessness, Holly Wolf of Opportunity House and Reading School District social workers Jessica Schoonmaker and Lorrie Reddy.<\/p>\n The programs are free and open to the public, but registration is requested. Visit www.wyopublib.org<\/a> or call 610-374-2385.<\/p>\n Touch-a-Truck<\/p>\n The Junior League of Reading hosts the 19th annual Touch-a-Truck Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at FirstEnergy Stadium in Reading. It gives children of all ages the opportunity to explore more than 30 vehicles used in construction, public works, emergency services and more. The event includes vendors, entertainment, family-friendly activities and more. Food and drinks will be available at stadium concession stands.<\/p>\n The first hour is sensory-friendly, geared toward participants who prefer a calmer environment.<\/p>\n For tickets, see jlreading.org\/touch-a-truck\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n Chorus concert<\/p>\n The Reading Choral Society presents a performance of Carl Orff\u2019s \u201cCarmina Burana\u201d on Sunday at 4 p.m. in the Muhlenberg High School auditorium and May 8 at 7:30 p.m. in Kutztown University\u2019s Schaeffer Auditorium. RCS Music Director Dr. Graham Bier conducts members of the choral society, Kutztown University Orchestra and the choirs from Kutztown University and Muhlenberg High. Soloists are Olivia Prendergast, soprano; Antonio Watts, baritone; and Augustine Mercante, countertenor.<\/p>\n For tickets and more information, see www.readingchoral.org\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n Theology with a Twist<\/p>\n Theology with a Twist presents \u201cMainline Protestant Music and Our Nation\u2019s Shifting Religious and Sociopolitical Ecosystem\u201d Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Kutztown Tavern, 272 W. Main St. Author and ethnomusicologist Dr. Deborah Justice will discuss how worship music options reflect and shape how people relate to the divine and fellow humans.<\/p>\n Wildflower Walk<\/p>\n The Historic Dreibelbis Farm annual Wildflower Walk is set for Saturday at 2 p.m. Wear sturdy shoes suitable for muddy conditions. Rain or shine unless there are thunderstorms. Leaders for this event are naturalists Dr. Susan Munch and Plummer Dunkle. The farm is on Route 143 near Virginville. GPS Address: 356 Hard Hill Road, Hamburg.<\/p>\n For more information, visit www.Dreibelbisfarm.org<\/a> or Historic Dreibelbis Farm<\/a> on Facebook or call 610-451-1193.<\/p>\n Muhlenberg library<\/p>\n The Muhlenberg Community Library presents:<\/p>\n A fundraiser with psychic medium Nellie Walter May 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the library, 3612 Kutztown Road, Laureldale. Call 610-929-0589 for tickets and more information.<\/p>\n Mother\u2019s Day Brunch May 9 from 11 to 1. Entertainment by JD Magical Entertainment and story time with Princess Belle. Free and open to all ages.<\/p>\n Free biology STEAM Lab for grades K-6. Explore the real version of a bug\u2019s life.<\/p>\n Register by calling 610-929-0589 or at muhlenbergcommunitylibrary.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Barto church events<\/p>\n A 50 Cent Sale and Indoor\/Outdoor Flea Market is set for May 9 from 8 to 11 a.m. at\u00a0 Calvary United Church of Christ, 1231 Route 100, Barto. The church is holding a community giveaway featuring clothing, household items and more on May 16 from 9 to 11 a.m.<\/p>\n Book sale<\/p>\n The Wernersville Library, 100 N. Reber St., is holding a book sale May 12-16. The first day is a presale from 3 to 7 p.m. with a $5 admission fee\u00a0 There is no admission fee the other days of the sale. Hours are May 13 and 14 from 10 to 7, May 15 from 10 to 5 and May 16 from 9 to 2.<\/p>\n Garden party<\/p>\n Berks Encore will host a Garden Party on May 14 at the Reading Public Museum. Tickets are $75 per person. Guests are invited to wear their favorite spring outfit and enjoy an evening of music, hors d\u2019oeuvres, raffles and opportunities to support Berks County seniors. The event serves as the kickoff to Berks Encore\u2019s Annual Sponsorship Campaign.<\/p>\n For more information, tickets or sponsorship opportunities, contact Mindy McIntosh at MMcIntosh@BerksEncore.org or 610-374-3195 ext. 228.<\/p>\n Trout rodeo<\/p>\n The Daniel Boone Optimist Club 25th Annual Trout Rodeo is set for May 9 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Birdsboro Archery Rod and Gun Club. In case of severe weather, the date will be May 16. Children in kindergarten through fifth grade are welcome. No experience is necessary. Bring a rod and bait.<\/p>\n Pet loss support<\/p>\n A Christian pet loss support group will be held at St. John\u2019s Reformed Church, 4001 Penn Ave., Sinking Spring, on May 11 at 6:45 p.m. Sessions are led by Dr. Becky Frank, associate veterinarian with Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice. Learn more at www.stjohnsss.org\/pet-loss<\/a>. Questions and RSVP should be directed to office@stjohnsss.org. Parking is behind the church, and the fellowship hall is on the lower level<\/p>\n Lab learning<\/p>\n The Adamstown Area Library is collaborating with Lab Ready to host a free, hands-on experience integrating lab equipment, networking with lab professionals and exploring a variety of lab career opportunities on May 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This event is an opportunity for rising high school seniors, graduates and other qualified young adults to gain lab technician experience and career exploration. The library is at 110 W. Main St<\/p>\n Cloister concert<\/p>\n The Ephrata Cloister Chorus will present its spring concert on May 17 at 3 p.m. in the site\u2019s 1741 Meetinghouse. This performance features original 18th century compositions by members of the historic community. The program also includes selections from other early American musical traditions, European classical works and global choral traditions.<\/p>\n Admission to the concert is free. Regular admission to tour the historic grounds will be charged until 2:30. Seating is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is rain or shine.<\/p>\n Golf outing<\/p>\n St. Benedict\u2019s Knights of Columbus is hosting a golf outing on June 12, with registration beginning at 7 a.m. and shotgun start at 8 at Blackwood Golf Course, 510 Red Corner Road, Union Township.<\/p>\n The cost is $440 per foursome and $120 for an individual. The price covers greens fees, cart, breakfast, dinner and unlimited drinks. A dinner-only option is available for $40. The deadline to enter is June 1.<\/p>\n To learn more, call Joe Drahus at 610-763-1844<\/p>\n Piano performance<\/p>\n Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi present four-hand 20th century musical stylings on twin Steinway pianos May 22 at 7 p.m. at the Yocum Institute for Arts Education, 3000 Penn Ave., Spring Township. Ticket proceeds benefit the institute\u2019s programming and the Wilson Scholarship Fund endowment.<\/p>\n Car show fundraiser<\/p>\n