Events in Berks County today

Meet local helpers, pick up practical safety tips, and get an up-close look at a real emergency vehicle at this library event. The program is open to all ages, and no registration is required.

A gentle, mindful yoga class welcomes every body and every level at Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram. The focus is on meeting you exactly where you are, with attention to presence and ease rather than expectations. Mats, props, and accessible options are provided, and no prior experience is required. Participation is by donation, with a suggested contribution of $10 per person per class. The session takes place in the Auditorium. Advance registration is preferred through the foundation’s website or mobile app, and each attendee should complete an individual registration. Please park on the semi-circle in front of the Ashram, with additional parking available behind the building and in the side lot by the gardens. Entry is through the front doors only. Ashram etiquette includes removing shoes and leaving them in the hallway, keeping shoulders covered when not practicing, speaking softly and respectfully, avoiding food and drinks in altar rooms, leaving water bottles in the hallway, and not touching the stained glass in the Saraswati Mandir. For questions or registration assistance, contact Sarojini in the Ashram Office at (484) 509-5073 ext. 5 or sarojini@kulakamalafoundation.org.

Karaoke takes place every other Thursday.

Cheers Bistro at the DoubleTree Reading hosts Busker Incognito for a blues and boogie jam. Guest musicians sit in at each session, bringing new energy to the music each time. The bistro offers a full menu of food and drinks. Admission is free and parking is complimentary. This jam is part of a monthly series.

Now in its fourth year, Casino Night comes to Redner's Event Center for an evening filled with food and drinks, casino-style games, raffles, and the energy of dedicated supporters. Details on tickets and sponsorship opportunities will be shared soon.

Experience a Level 1 yoga class with Chandika at Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram that welcomes absolute beginners and returning practitioners alike. The session emphasizes foundational postures with careful attention to alignment and refinement. It is not a power vinyasa class, and major inversions are not included. Expect a slower, mindful pace with a blend of moderate and gentle energy. The class meets in the Auditorium and is offered by donation, with a suggested contribution of $10 per student per class. Advance registration is preferred through the organization’s website or mobile app, and each attendee should complete an individual registration. Please park in the semicircle at the front, with additional parking available behind the building and in the side lot by the gardens. Enter through the front doors only. Ashram etiquette includes leaving shoes in the hallway, keeping shoulders covered when not practicing, speaking softly, refraining from bringing food or drinks into altar spaces, leaving water bottles in the hallway, and not touching the stained glass in the Saraswati Mandir. For questions or assistance with registration, contact Sarojini in the Ashram Office at 484-509-5073 ext. 5 or sarojini@kulakamalafoundation.org.

A community drum circle led by Mahavira Das is offered at Kula Kamala Foundation, inviting participants to explore rhythm as a form of mindfulness. No experience is required and beginners are encouraged. People of all ages are welcome, with children attending alongside their grown up. The focus is on connection through shared intention and heartbeat, and participation can be as simple as tapping a foot or clapping hands. A minimum donation of $10 per student is requested for each class. Sessions are held in the auditorium. Advance registration is preferred through the organization’s website or mobile app, and each attendee should complete an individual registration. Parking is available on the semi circle in front of the Ashram, with additional spaces behind the building and in the side lot by the gardens. Please enter through the front doors only. To honor Ashram etiquette, remove shoes and leave them in the hallway, keep shoulders covered when not practicing yoga, speak softly and respectfully, do not bring food or drink into the altar rooms, leave water bottles in the hallway, and avoid touching the stained glass in the Saraswati Mandir.

Take part in a 2-mile walk at Berks County Heritage Center that raises awareness and funds to help end Alzheimer’s. Move at a comfortable pace that matches your endurance. Participants are asked to register on the team page before the walk to support this fundraiser.

Community Voices is Reading Pride’s monthly open community meeting, presented alongside a Berks Pride Fest volunteer orientation. It offers a welcoming space to connect with others who care about Pride in the region, learn about upcoming programs and events, and discover ways to get involved. Participants can explore volunteer and leadership opportunities, share ideas and feedback, raise community concerns, or simply listen. Newcomers, longtime supporters, and anyone curious are invited, with no prior involvement required. All are welcome.

Discover the art and science of seed saving at a free, welcoming program focused on collecting, labeling, storing, and preserving seeds for future planting. Presentations cover how and when to gather seeds from common vegetable varieties, garden flowers, and native plants, with practical guidance on recognizing different types of seed heads and keeping seeds viable for the next year. After the talks, explore information tables that highlight storage options, ways to check viability, methods for cleaning seeds, and more. Presenters will be available to answer questions. The experience continues with a guided walk through Berk Nature’s native wildflower gardens, stewarded to support native pollinators, where you will see how to tell when seed heads are ready and learn tips for collecting as you go. Open to gardeners, cultivators, ecologists, and plant enthusiasts. The end time is approximate. If the event reaches capacity, a waitlist may be available.

Celebrate the season with a hands-on mosaic workshop focused on spooky and colorful wall art. Participants can choose one project design: a jack-o’-lantern pumpkin measuring 7 by 7 inches, a harvest pumpkin at 7 by 7 inches, or a raven sized 12 by 10 inches. The session is open to ages 8 and up and is priced at $65. All tools and materials are provided, and no prior experience is required.

This women-only workshop focuses on understanding the pelvic floor and how it supports overall well-being. Pelvic health specialist Dr. Morgan Gianni, PT, DPT will explain the pelvic floor’s roles, common signs of dysfunction, and ways your body may signal it needs attention, including issues such as lower back discomfort, frequent nighttime bathroom trips, or painful intercourse. After the educational portion, Jess G will guide a gentle yoga practice using poses commonly applied in pelvic physical therapy to help you connect with the muscles of the hips and pelvis. Dr. Morgan will be available throughout the session to offer guidance and answer questions. Participants are welcome to bring a notebook for taking notes. The cost is $30 per person. Sign up on the MindBody app.

Experience a no-cost community evening centered on trunk or treat and autumn fun. Children of every age are welcome. Drop by rain or shine, in costume or not, for games, food, candy, trunk or treat stations, door prize giveaways, and more. Many local businesses are teaming up to provide prizes and refreshments.

Step into an immersive whodunit where every attendee takes on a role at a spirited costume ball. The evening begins with appetizers and introductions, the investigation unfolds over dinner, and the finale brings dessert, accusations, and the truth revealed. Costumed attire that matches the theme is encouraged, and staying in character adds to the fun. The price is $50 per person and includes an interactive mystery experience, an appetizer course, a full dinner, dessert, and refreshments. Guests may bring their own beverages. Seating is limited, and reservations can be made by messaging the organizer or stopping by the store. The story is set at the annual Skull Manor Costume Ball, held at an old estate in Spider City known for its striking design, a moody atmosphere, and a history better left unspoken. Around town, talk of blackmail, theft, and scandal is spreading. Many hope for a night filled with good food, lively conversation, and juicy gossip, yet tensions simmer and misfortune could be close at hand. This is where the adventure begins.

Igorrr is the moniker of French multi-instrumentalist and electronic producer Gautier Serre, associated with Whourkr, an electronic grindcore project. This North American tour stop at Reverb showcases his genre-colliding solo work, drawing on albums like Nostril, Savage Sinusoid, and Spirituality and Distortion. The performance blends rapid-fire breakbeats with operatic singing, metal guitar riffs, and folk-tinged violin lines, shifting swiftly between contrasting sounds and moods.

At Santander Performing Arts Center, Cary Elwes, who portrayed Westley, leads an evening devoted to The Princess Bride. The program features a screening of the film followed by a moderated conversation where he shares personal accounts and behind-the-scenes anecdotes about life on and off the set. Expect playful callbacks to the story’s swordplay, high-stakes pursuits, larger-than-life adversaries, close calls, moments of wonder, and its enduring love story. A pre-show meet and greet is planned and requires punctual arrival at the venue, and late arrivals cannot be accommodated. A limited number of VIP packages are available that include preferred seating, a private meet and greet with Cary Elwes, and a signed copy of his New York Times bestselling book, As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride. Elwes’ wider body of work includes Seinfeld, Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Saw, Days of Thunder, Twister, Liar Liar, Stranger Things, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre, and Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning. He has completed Dead Man’s Wire with director Gus Van Sant and the first season of M.I.A., and is set to begin work on the pilot Very Young Frankenstein with Taika Waititi and Mel Brooks.

Junior's Grades brings an energetic rock and roll cover show to West Wyomissing Fire Co. Social Quarters as part of a Halloween party. The four-piece band, featuring Brett, Adam, Chris, and Jim, spans hits from the 60s to today, with favorites by Led Zeppelin, ZZ Top, Pearl Jam, and Kings of Leon. A dedicated production partner handles lights and sound for a professional presentation. Non-members have a $10 cover.

Ease into Sunday mornings with a calm, nature-focused yoga experience as Aqua Om Paddle partners with Berks Nature for Sunlit Yoga. This beginner-friendly series welcomes all levels and takes place at The Nature Place, where instructor Kami Kiritsis, owner of Aqua Om Paddle, guides a gentle flow surrounded by the sounds and sights of the outdoors. Classes are held outside rain or shine, with a covered area available when the weather turns. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat and, if desired, a blanket for relaxation at the end of class. The series invites both newcomers and seasoned practitioners to reconnect body and mind with the natural environment. Registration is available online, and cash payment is accepted in person.

An uplifting afternoon at Redner’s Event Center shines a light on the mission of Hannah’s Hope and the lives being transformed through its programs. Attendees can meet mothers and children connected with the organization, hear honest accounts from graduates, and feel the warmth of a home built on hope. The gathering explores how faith, support, and community help families move from crisis and homelessness to confidence, stability, and independence in about 12 to 18 months. Sponsorship opportunities are available for those who wish to support this work and its positive impact across the community.

Settle into a calming aerial restorative session at BLDG. 7 Yoga in Reading that keeps the hammock low to the floor, roughly ten inches up, so you can rest deeply without any acrobatics. The Fire Room is warmed to about 80 degrees to encourage relaxation, and participants receive gentle, hands-on assists using heated stones to ease tension. This class welcomes every level, with no prior aerial experience needed. Pre-registration is required, and the cost is $30 per person.

Reading Roller Derby splits its roster into two squads for an in-house showdown that raises funds for Breast Cancer Support Services of Berks County. The action unfolds at Skateaway-Shillington. Tickets range from $9 to $15, and admission is free for ages 12 and under, with discounted options available online. Event highlights include a Break a Balloon gift card raffle supporting the cause, hard-hitting full-contact play on the track, an RDG beer garden offering free beer with the purchase of a reusable 2026 Season RDG Beer Cup and an ID check wristband while supplies last, RDG merchandise, a 50/50 raffle, and more.

BWIM's Cook for a Cause supports New Journey Community Outreach with a hands-on volunteer effort to prepare and distribute lunches. Up to eight volunteers will assemble more than 400 sandwiches, bag the meals, and help with distribution at the venue. Details about which food items are needed will be shared, and arrangements can be made for monetary donations.

Bethel-Tulpehocken Public Library hosts a Salvation Army social worker on the first and third Monday of most months. Community members can stop in to learn about available services, get help with applications, and ask questions in a private setting. No registration is required and everyone is welcome. For details, contact Heather A. Berger, Program Facilitator with The Salvation Army, at (610) 562-8440. Sponsored by the Kurr Foundation.

An evening market mingle at AVRCC in Carsonia Park brings together market vendors and community tables. Explore the offerings, connect with neighbors, and enjoy a welcoming atmosphere in Reading. Information about participating vendors and community groups will be shared as updates become available.

Fans of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings can take part in a library book club at Wyomissing Public Library. The discussion is facilitated by longtime Tolkien fan Adam Richter and focuses on The Fellowship of the Ring, chapter two titled The Shadow of the Past. For more information, call 610-374-2385 or email ann@wyopublib.org.

Settle into a calming sound healing session that invites you to get comfortable with blankets and bolsters while being gently guided through light breathing practices, all accompanied by soothing instrumental vibrations. The gathering takes place in the Auditorium at Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram. It is open to all levels, including newcomers, and each attendee completes an individual registration. A minimum donation of $10 per person is requested for each class, and advance registration is encouraged. Parking is available on the semi-circle in front of the Ashram, with additional spaces behind the building and in the side lot by the gardens. Please enter through the front doors. In keeping with Ashram etiquette, remove shoes and place them in the hallway, keep shoulders covered when not actively practicing yoga, speak softly and respectfully, and do not bring food or drinks into altar rooms. Water bottles should remain in the hallway, and the stained glass in the Saraswati Mandir should not be touched.

At The Nature Place, Berks Nature’s homeschool program invites students to explore science through creative, hands-on learning. Guided by experienced environmental educators, participants will investigate the natural world through observation and inquiry. In this poetry-focused session, art and science come together as students head outdoors to study trees, noticing their shapes, textures, and seasonal changes. Those observations will inspire short nature poems, sketches, and leaf rubbings, with time for students to share what they create. The lesson draws from Project Learning Tree and nurtures creativity, awareness, and a calm appreciation for nature. Best for ages 6 to 13. If the class fills, a waitlist is available.

Participants will play American-style mahjong, and everyone is welcome regardless of experience.

Teens can gather at the library for a casual book chat paired with pizza. Discuss a fun read, hang out with friends, and enjoy a couple of slices while you talk. Open to all teens. Advance registration is requested online or by calling or texting 717-933-4060. Bring your appetite.

Settle into a comfortable spot in the library and read alongside therapy dogs, or simply stop to give them some gentle pats. Choose a book, relax at your own pace, and enjoy time with these friendly furry companions. Open to all ages, and no registration is needed.