Events in Reading today

Take part in a weekly Qigong practice in the community room that emphasizes mindful breathing, gentle movement, and calm focus. Instruction is led by Jay Umble, a Certified Qigong Instructor based in West Reading. Comfortable clothing and sneakers are recommended, and masks are optional. Sessions are open to the public with a $5 fee per class, and registration is required.

At Van Scoy Jewelers in Wyomissing, the Great Estate Buying Event offers on-the-spot purchasing of estate jewelry, diamonds, watches, gold, silver, coins, and more. Team members assess items of any size, present an offer, and provide immediate payment if you choose to sell. Appointments are available.

A club gathering for American-style mahjong that welcomes participants of all experience levels. Take part in open play alongside newcomers and experienced players alike.

Start learning Spanish in a welcoming, beginner-focused class at Reading Public Library Main. This free session offers a relaxed setting suited to newcomers. Registration is required by phone at 610-655-6355.

This bridge session is open to both new and experienced players for an afternoon of play. For more information, call the main desk at 610-374-2385 or email ann@wyopublib.org.

Families with young children can explore the library in a calm, welcoming setting during Sensory Friendly Library Time, supported by Step-By-Step Special Instructor Miss Liz, Children’s Librarian Miss Daniella, and attentive staff. Little ones can take part in hands-on, sensory-centered activities with soft toys and interactive play that encourage learning and discovery. This program is well suited for toddlers and preschoolers. It is free and open to families. For planning support, a parent resource titled “Sensory Friendly Tips for Parents” is available.

A toddler-friendly library storytime features engaging reading, simple crafts, and lively dancing. It offers a warm setting for little ones to enjoy books and creativity.

Designed for children ages 3 and up, this storytime features books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities that build social, language, and literacy skills. After the stories, a craft helps develop fine motor skills and reinforces the themes. No registration is required.

This recurring softball skills session with the Stonersville Flames takes place at Trout Run Sports Complex in Exeter Township. It is open to players ages 8U to 18U across all experience levels, with an emphasis on fundamentals, confidence, and lots of repetitions in a supportive setting with music and players supporting each other. Walk-in participation is $15, and a monthly option that covers four sessions is $40. Those interested in travel softball can also look for Stonersville Flames 2027 tryouts at the same complex. For questions, text 610-914-9500.

Children of all abilities ages 3 and up can explore floor and table play activities in a relaxed, hands-on setting. No registration is necessary.

This weekly farmers market offers coupon matching for FMNP and WIC checks.

Reading Roots Market brings a weekly daytime farmers market to GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in Reading, featuring fresh local produce and farm vendors alongside a variety of no-cost activities. Highlights include art demonstrations, story time with the Reading Public Library, monthly presentations with live animals, movement sessions, and a rotating slate of entertainment. The experience is family friendly and suitable for all ages, offering an easy way to pick up ingredients and enjoy creative moments during the day. SNAP/EBT, FMNP, cash, and cards are accepted. Activities and vendors may change.

A gentle chair-based yoga class for all levels focuses on well-being. Guided by Linda, participants practice mindful breathing and simple meditation, lengthen muscles, and promote joint ease and strength, all while staying seated. Movements build progressively so you can notice improvement over time and continue a home routine through the holidays. Bring two yoga blocks. Straps are supplied, and a small number of blocks are available to borrow for new participants. No mat is needed, comfortable clothing is recommended, and there are no floor transitions. In case of inclement weather, contact the library or Linda to confirm class status. Offered by the library as a free community program. Feedback and class suggestions are welcome.

A friendly cruise night at Community UCC brings together classic car enthusiasts, conversation, and a meal made from scratch. Expect a showcase of vintage rides to admire, with opportunities for owners to display their vehicles. Nostalgic tunes from the 1950s and 1960s set the mood, creating a welcoming place to meet new people and share stories.

A welcoming, gentle yoga class designed for every body awaits at Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram. Leave behind any doubts about yoga and explore a mindful practice that meets you exactly as you are. No prior experience is required. Mats and props are provided, and options are offered to help you move comfortably at your own pace. This is a by-donation offering, with a suggested contribution of $10 per student per class. The session takes place in the Auditorium. Advance registration is preferred, and each attendee should complete their own registration. Please enter through the front doors. Parking is available in the semi-circle at the front, with additional spaces behind the Ashram and in the side lot by the gardens. To honor Ashram etiquette, remove shoes and leave them in the hallway, keep shoulders covered when not practicing, speak softly, leave water bottles in the hallway, and refrain from bringing food or drink into designated rooms. Please do not touch the stained glass in the Saraswati Mandir.

Discover the world of owls with Ms. Dawn from the Indian Run Environmental Education Center. Encounter three species of the center’s non-releasable owls and learn about the adaptations that help them survive through the examination of biofacts, including feathers and skulls.

Settle into a yoga practice that nurtures balance, strength, and a calmer mind. Guided breathing, soothing stretches, and intentional movement are woven together to ease tension and build flexibility while fostering inner ease. The sequence shifts between seated and standing poses, with transitions synchronized to the breath. Welcoming to every level of experience, the session is gentle yet uplifting and aims to leave participants feeling grounded and refreshed. Pricing options are $15 for a single class, $65 for a five class pack, or $120 for a ten class pack.

Mother Goose on the Loose welcomes babies and toddlers with their caregivers for an engaging early literacy session. Through nursery rhymes, songs, and gentle movement, little ones build social skills, develop language, and take early steps toward reading while enjoying quality time with an adult. Each session runs about 15 to 20 minutes, then flows into open-ended play with puppets, storybooks, and blocks. Regular weekly participation helps children get the most benefit. Designed for children from birth through age 3, and registration is not needed.

Boots, books, and a touch of bling set the tone for a festive fundraiser supporting Reading Public Library. The evening features a variety of savory and sweet treats, an open bar with beer, wine, and cocktails, and chef stations. Guests can enjoy music along with live and silent auctions and raffles. Smart casual or dressy attire is welcome. Hosted at DoubleTree by Hilton of Reading.

Presented by The Smiley House Project and GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, this open mic welcomes performances of every kind and in any language, from singing and rap to comedy, poetry, dance, and more, as long as content is family friendly. Acts must be acoustic or able to use a Bluetooth speaker, since amps are not supported. Time slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis. The event is held outdoors on the Thorn Alley Stage, with a move indoors to Thorn Alley Kitchen in case of inclement weather. Refreshments are available for purchase at Thorn Alley Kitchen. A suggested donation of $5 may be paid by cash or card.

Bungee Fly & Fit brings a fast-paced, low-impact workout to BLDG. 7 Yoga, blending cardio, strength training, and acrobatic movement with the support of a bungee harness. Enjoy buoyant jumps, lunges, and flips that are easier on the joints while building balance, flexibility, and a strong core. Suitable for every fitness level, this gravity-assisted class helps boost endurance and muscle tone while making training feel playful. Wear leggings or bike shorts and a top that covers your midsection for comfort in the harness. The cost is $35 per person, and space is limited, so reserve your spot on the MindBody app.

Settle into a Level 1 yoga session with Chandika that centers on foundational postures, clear alignment, and gentle refinement. The practice moves at an easy, attentive pace rather than a power vinyasa style, and major inversions are not part of the curriculum. The energy blends moderate and gentle qualities, so newcomers are welcome and no prior experience is required. Held in the Auditorium at Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, this class is offered by donation, with a suggested contribution of $10 per student. Advance registration is preferred through the website or mobile app, and each participant needs an individual registration. Parking is available on the semicircle in front of the Ashram, with additional spaces behind the building and in the side lot near the gardens. Please use the front entrance only. To honor Ashram etiquette, remove shoes and leave them in the hallway, keep shoulders covered when not practicing, speak softly, and refrain from bringing food or drink into the altar rooms. Please leave water bottles in the hallway and do not touch the stained glass in the Saraswati Mandir. For questions or help with registration, contact Sarojini in the Ashram Office at (484) 509-5073 ext. 5 or sarojini@kulakamalafoundation.org.

Experience a gentle, aerial-based class that blends soft, mindful movement with deeply restorative sound from gongs and brass bowls. Guided by Swaminiji in the Aerial Yoga Room at Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram, this 75 minute session is intended to calm the nervous system, quiet the mind, and support heart-centered healing. No prior experience is needed and beginners are welcome. Class size is limited to seven participants. Advance registration is required and each attendee must register individually. The cost is $20 per person, per class. Parking is available on the semicircle at the front of the Ashram, with additional spaces behind the building and in the side lot by the gardens. Please enter through the front doors. Ashram etiquette includes removing shoes and leaving them in the hallway, keeping shoulders covered when not practicing, speaking softly and respectfully, not bringing food or drinks into altar rooms, leaving water bottles in the hallway, and refraining from touching the stained glass in the Saraswati Mandir.

Esposito's Restaurant and Pizzeria hosts a Next Stop Comedy showcase featuring a different roster of stand-up comics at each show. Performers include talent seen on television and heard on popular podcasts, creating a varied night of laughs.

At Santander Arena in Reading, Pennsylvania, Don Omar takes the stage for a live concert.

Connect with a caring community at a non-competitive walk that reminds every participant they are not alone and that their steps matter. The distance is an easygoing 1 to 3 miles. Route details and additional information will be shared as the event approaches. The program includes an opening ceremony, moments centered on hope and healing, resource tables, and honor beads available at no cost for all participants. Registration is free.

The 1st Annual SSQ Poker Run features a ride with card stops at Classic Harley-Davidson on Route 183, PJ Whelihan’s, State Hill, and Pagoda City Brewhouse, with Shillington Social Quarters as the final stop. Pre-registration at Shillington Social Quarters is $25 per person, and an additional hand can be purchased for $10. Late registration is $30 per person. Cash prizes will be awarded for the best and worst hands, and winners must be present. Expect a 50/50, raffles, a silent auction, and dinner included. This event is open to non-members, and proceeds will help the club buy an efficient heating and A/C unit. Register in person at Shillington Social Quarters and ask a bartender or a board member for the sign-up sheet. For details, contact Shannon Wolf at 610-413-7700 or SSQfundraiser@yahoo.com.

Hollywood Undead and In This Moment perform live at Santander Arena in Reading, Pennsylvania. This concert features both artists sharing the stage in a single show at the arena.

Experience a calming Yin Yoga class at the Kula Kamala Foundation, welcoming all levels with no prior experience required. This slow, meditative practice features longer-held postures, generally three to five minutes, to nourish connective tissues such as tendons, fascia, and ligaments. The approach supports circulation in the joints, improves flexibility, and invites a quiet, reflective awareness of inner stillness and connection. Classes are offered by donation, with a suggested contribution of $10 per student per class, and take place in the Auditorium. Advance registration is preferred through the foundation’s website or mobile app, and each participant needs an individual registration. For arrival and parking, use the semi-circle in front of the Ashram, with additional parking available behind the building and in the side lot by the gardens, and enter 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, refraining from bringing food or drink into altar rooms, leaving water bottles in the hallway, and avoiding contact with 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.

British rock returns as multi-platinum favorites The FIXX join with Colin Blunstone, the renowned voice behind The Zombies, and Peter Asher of Peter and Gordon. Together they deliver a cross-generational celebration of British rock.