Author: Angela Cremer

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 63rd Annual Fleetwood Fish Rodeo is taking place at the Fleetwood Park pond on Saturday, May 10 and Sunday, May 11. The pond will be stocked with over 500 trout of various sizes. Saturday registration begins at 8 AM for the following age groups: 3 to 6 years, 7 to 8 years, 9 to 10 years, and 11 to 12 years. Fishing will take place from 9 AM to 4 PM. On Sunday, registration begins at 5:30 AM and takes place for ages 13 to 15 years. Adults pay a $10 donation (with valid license required). Fishing will take place from 6 AM to 3 PM on Sunday. There is a limit of four fish per person each day. Attendees must keep all trout caught – there will be no releases. Additional prizes will be awarded for Palomino fish in memory of the organization’s deceased members. Fishing at the pond will be limited to children only from May 12 to May 16th, and the pond re-opens for adults and children on Saturday, May 17.

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*

Dine at the Liberty at Dryville on Wednesday, May 14 from 4 PM to 11 PM, and 10% of your bill will be donated to the Friends of  Fleetwood Area Public Library to support the Fleetwood Area Public Library. Wednesday is Bar Bingo Night starting at 5 PM. Come enjoy playing eight games while making a difference and supporting your local library!

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.

The 3rd Annual Terry’s Legacy Charity Golf Tournament honoring the life and passion of Terry Graul, local businessman and former President of Abilities in Motion, is scheduled for Sunday, May 18 at Rich Maiden Golf Club. Terry’s Legacy is a 501 (c) (3) charitable organization that provides grants to individuals with Spinal Cord Injuries to complete home modifications to enable them to live independently. Registration for the event begins at 7:15 AM with a Shotgun start at 8 AM. Cost is $95 per person, $380/Foursome. 1st, 2nd & 3rd place teams receive cash prizes. Flight winners will receive donated prizes. This year, there will be MULTIPLE Hole-In-One contests (including a trip to the 2025-26 SUPER BOWL), Longest Drive, 1’ From The Pin, and Putting contests. Made to order breakfast prior to tee off, snacks and beverages while playing, and lunch (immediately following the tournament) will be served. Please come join Terry’s Legacy and help make a difference in inspiring individuals with disabilities. For details or to register for the tournament click here.

Friend Inc. is hosting a family-fun charity event to help end pet hunger on Sunday, May 18 at the Kutztown Park! This event will be held rain or shine. Check-in begins at 10 AM, and the walk starts at 11 AM in the lower brick pavilion. Awards and prizes will be given to the top five fundraising teams and the Best Dressed Dog, the Yappiest Dog, the Happiest Dog, the Best Puppy Dog Eyes, and Most Spirited. Pre-register by clicking here now through May 17 for $35, and register the day of the event for $45 per walker. All proceeds will be used to support Friend, Inc. Community Services Pet Pantry.

On Monday, May 19 the Boyertown Rotary Foundation will host its 35th Annual Boyertown Rotary Golf Outing at Bellewood Golf Club. Your support will help raise funds to benefit the organization’s local youth and community projects, as well as Rotary International initiatives such as polio eradication and water purification. Major projects include Fenstermacher Walking Trail and Exercise Campus at the Boyertown Community Park. This $225,000 addition to the park was beneficial for all. Currently, the Boyertown Rotary Foundation is working on a project to upgrade the pickleball courts, see that a dictionary is provided to every third grader in the Boyertown School District, introducing water safety to all kindergarteners in the district, and fund the student exchange program, and more. To learn more about the golf outing, please contact George Moser at 610.405.8863.

 

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of The Boyertown Rotary Foundation and this event*