Author: Angela Cremer

Friend, Inc. Community Services is hosting their 35th Annual Benefit Auction on Saturday, May 3 at Beltzner Hall at the Kutztown Fairgrounds. Bid on awesome art, jewelry, household and autographed items, and local gift certificates (like hair salons and restaurants) – not to mention our famous desserts.  While you can bid virtually from the comfort of your home, why wouldn’t you want to enjoy a night out with friends and family? Tickets include a dinner buffet and drinks, and the chance to bid on the Executive Bakers’ homemade desserts! Every single dollar raised stays right here in Berks County, which allows Friend, Inc. to provide the many food and social support programs that make Northeastern Berks a healthier, safer place for all. Fleetwood Bank’s own, Abbysue Angell, is doing her part to raise money for this great organization by volunteering as an Executive Baker. Learn more here!

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of Friend, Inc.*

The Rajah Shrine Concert Band is hosting its 47th Annual Pop’s Concert and Dinner Dance on Sunday, May 4 at 2 PM at their Banquet Hall. Bandmaster Bruce Rohrbach plans to have a guest appearance of soloist Kate Smith, who will provide an introduction that is rarely heard. Attendance for this good old fashioned band concert is open to the public, but all seats are reserved and limited. No ticket sales will take place at the door. To make your reservations, please contact Judithanne Snyder at [email protected] or 610.589.2022. You can also contact any band member directly. Tickets are $35 and includes beer and soda, dinner, and fun with a purpose. All proceeds will benefit the Concert Band.

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of Rajah Shrine Concert Band*

On Sunday, May 4 from 1 to 5 PM the Reading Science Center is hosting their sequel “Celebrate Science Day” – the outdoor fair with over 20 diverse interactive STEM activities for families in Berks County and beyond! This year’s theme is “May the Force Be with You!”—a celebration of the forces of science and imagination that spark curiosity and innovation. Not only will there be food vendors, music, and fun, but they are bringing together community organizations that will feature hands-on activities, live science demonstrations, roaming science characters, and more! Learn more here. This event is free and open to the public. Free parking is available at Teleflex, 35 Innovation Way in Wyomissing. It is taking place outdoors at Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health. This event is rain or shine.

Wheels for Victory is hosting their Annual Car Show at the Kempton Community Center on Saturday, May 10 from 10 AM to 3 PM. Registration will take place from 10 AM to 12 PM, and judging begins at Noon with local “celebrity” judges. Winners will receive $50 gift cards donated by local businesses. Awards will be presented at 2:30 PM and raffle winners will be announced at 2:45 PM. Car categories include Antique, Custom, Street Rod, Motorcycle, Tractor and Truck. Pre-registration takes place until May 8 for $10. After May 8 the cost is $15.  Find the registration form here on their Facebook page. This event is free to the public and open for anyone to attend. The day will include food, music, crafters, vendors, a silent auction, and a 50 / 50 drawing – all to raise money to benefit the kids at Victory Junction Camp, who enriches the lives of children with serious illnesses by providing life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun and empowering, at no cost to the children or their families. For additional information, please call 610.223.5750.

The Camel Project, in collaboration with the City of Reading and Department of Public Works, is hosting their annual ChalkPalooza Event on Saturday, May 10 from 10 AM to 2 PM at 13th & Union Elementary School in Reading. This chalk and bubble festival also includes a color run from 11 AM to 1 PM and car show, as well as music, magic, balloon art and more. Join the fun for a family friendly day of creativity and kindness! We invite participants of all ages to express themselves creatively in a safe, family-supportive environment. Chalk and bubbles are provided free. nPre-registration for chalk is free for all ages. It is not required. You can register at the event, but pre-registration is recommended to guarantee you’ll get a space and free chalk for your art. You can also bring your own chalk. To pre-register, go here. ChalkPalooza is a perfect example of how creativity, connection, and play can create spaces that heal, empower, and inspire positive change.

*Please note: This event will be held again on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM at Renninger’s Antique and Farmer’s Market located at 740 Noble Street in Kutztown. Both events are held rain or shine.

 

 

 

The Pricetown Rifle & Pistol Club is hosting the 2025 Pennsylvania State Steel Challenge Championship, which is a sanctioned tier 2 USPSA / SCSA Championship Match. The event is taking place at 100 Club Lane in Fleetwood, PA starting Friday, May 16 and ending Sunday, May 18. The match entry fee is $50. For more information please reach out to the Match Director, Kurt Omensetter, at [email protected].

 

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud sponsor of this event and proud supporter of the Pricetown Rifle & Pistol Club*

The Fleetwood Fire Company Social Quarters is hosting a Flea Market & Craft Sale on Saturday, May 17 from 9 AM to 2 PM. Anyone can rent a table for $15. Simply stop by the hall on either April 7 from 5 to 7 PM or April 27 from 11 AM to 1 PM to purchase your tickets. For more information, please visit or message us on our events Facebook page here.

Did you know that each year more than 300 Berks County women and men are diagnosed with breast cancer? Since 1994, BCSS has offered a hand of friendship to those affected by this diagnosis. Breast Cancer Support Services of Berks is hosting their 10th Anniversary Fashion Show & Luncheon on Sunday, May 18 at the DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton Reading. The fashion show will showcase Breast Cancer survivors. Tickets are $75 per person and includes a plated luncheon, silent auction and VIP trips. Reservations are limited to 400 people. Please RSVP by April 25 by visiting bcssberks.org.

Communities in Schools is hosting their Ready, Set, Graduate event at 9 AM on Tuesday, May 20 at the Neag Planetarium at the Reading Public Museum. This event celebrates the graduating Seniors that this organization serves. At this breakfast event, CIS will award scholarships and share in the success of all of their students through the commitment of their “Ready, Set, Graduate!” sponsors and partners. This year’s Keynote Speaker is Lizette Epps, an award-winning author, business leader, and community advocate dedicated to BIPOC advancement. Learn more and register here.

Support Vision Resource Center of Berks County during their Annual golf tournament fundraiser at Galen Hall Golf Club on Wednesday, May 21. Registration and lunch will take place at Noon and shotgun start is at 1 PM. Dinner and awards to follow. Tournament fee of $125 er person includes a round of golf with a cart, lunch, snacks, beverages, dinner and dessert. There will be prizes awarded for winning foursomes in each of the three flights and other awards given at the closing dinner. Entry is limited to the first 100 golfers. Enter early to reserve your spot! Learn more and register here. Questions? Call 610.375.8407.