Author: Angela Cremer

The Freezin For A Reason Veterans Benefit Ride is taking place rain or shine on January 1. All vehicles are welcome to participate. The cost is $15 per person, and children 10 and under are $5 each. You are invited to join us for the ride or the dinner. Registration for the ride begins at 10 AM, and the ride begins at Noon from the Hamburg American Legion and ends at the Topton Legion Post 217. Attendees can enjoy dinner here at the Topton Legion from 1 to 4 PM. Pork and sauerkraut with sides will be served. A silent auction and 50 / 50 drawing will also take place, and all money raised will be donated to Veterans At The Lebanon VA Medical Center. Tickets for this event can be purchased at both the Topton Legion and Hamburg Legion. Thanks to the Topton and Hamburg Legion Riders, as well as the Rebel Brotherhood for hosting this event.

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of the Topton and Hamburg Legion and a proud sponsor of this event*

Bethany’s Children Home is hosting their Annual Purse & Cash Bingo on Sunday, February 1 at the Goodwill Fire Company. Doors open at 10:45 AM and Bingo starts at Noon. Tickets are $35 in advance and $45 at the door. This year’s Bingo will help raise funds for the construction of a new outdoor recreational complex for the youth at Bethany. This complex will replace their old courts, which were built in 1941, and construction will include brand new basketball, tennis and pickleball courts. Purchase your tickets here.

Opportunity House is hosting their 24th Annual Souper Bowl event on Monday, February 2 at The DoubleTree by Hilton Reading. Proceeds support quality of life programs for adults, children, veterans and their families in Berks and Montgomery Counties. General admission tickets are $45 and includes your choice of a pottery bowl from local artisans and students and unlimited soup tasting from local restaurants. Preview admission tickets are $115 and includes early entry to the event, allowing you to have the first choice of bowls, as well as hearty hors d’oeuvres and mocktails and unlimited soup tasting and desserts. Entry for general admission takes place at 5:30 PM and the preview admission takes place at 4:30 PM. Learn more and purchase tickets here.

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of Opportunity House and a proud sponsor of this event*

The Kutztown Rotary Club is hosting its 89th Annual Farmers’ Night on Wednesday, February 11 beginning at 5:30 PM at the Lyons Fire Company. This is an annual celebration of farming that has been held annually since 1938. At this dinner, the community shows their appreciation for local farmers and other agricultural producers and their economic impact in our community.

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of the Kutztown Rotary Club and a proud sponsor of this event*

The Oley Valley Business Association presents its Winter Hearts event, a post-Valentine’s Day affair, on Saturday, February 21st at the Oley Fair Centre. Enjoy dinner, dancing and a photo booth — all to benefit the charitable interests of the OVBA! Doors open at 5 PM, dinner will take place at 6 PM, and dancing will go until 10 PM. All guests must be 21+ to purchase tickets, which are $60 per person or $400 for a table of 8. Buy your tickets today at oleyvalleybiz.org or by reaching out to [email protected].

The American Red Cross of Pennsylvania Rivers is hosting their annual fundraising event, The Pennsylvania Rivers Celebration of Heroes featuring the Berks County Heroes Breakfast on Friday, March 6 starting at 7:15 AM at the DoubleTree by Hilton Reading. This event is dedicated to honoring the everyday individuals who have demonstrated remarkable acts of courage and kindness, embodying the humanitarian spirit of the American Red Cross. This event will raise essential funds to support the lifesaving services provided by the American Red Cross in our community. Breakfast and networking will take place from 7:15 Am to 8 AM, and the Heroes program will start at 8 AM. At this time, inspiring stories of the heroes, showcasing their incredible contributions and the profound impact they have made, will take place. Get your tickets here!

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of the American Red Cross and this event*

The American Red Cross of Pennsylvania Rivers is hosting their annual fundraising event, The Pennsylvania Rivers Celebration of Heroes featuring the Lehigh Valley Heroes Breakfast on Friday, March 13 starting at 7:15 AM at the Olympus Corporation of the Americas. This event is dedicated to honoring the everyday individuals who have demonstrated remarkable acts of courage and kindness, embodying the humanitarian spirit of the American Red Cross. This event will raise essential funds to support the lifesaving services provided by the American Red Cross in our community. Breakfast and networking will take place from 7:15 Am to 8 AM, and the Heroes program will start at 8 AM. At this time, inspiring stories of the heroes, showcasing their incredible contributions and the profound impact they have made, will take place. Get your tickets here!

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of the American Red Cross and this event*

The Fleetwood Area High School Theater Club presents The Wizard of Oz from Friday, March 13 through Sunday, March 15. To get more information regarding times of performances and ticket prices, please click here.

The Berks Community Health Center’s Annual Picture Berks Healthy event is taking place on March 16 this year from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at The Doubletree by Hilton in Reading. Each year, they recognize an outstanding individual and a community partner who have demonstrated extraordinary dedication to BCHC’s mission through their time, talent and treasure. This year BCHC is honoring Donald Smith, a retired lawyer who played a key role in BCHC’s beginnings as one of their founders and also served on the Board. They are also recognizing The United Way of Berks County, who has played a key role in BCHC’s founding and has continued to support them in many ways throughout the years. Purchase tickets to the event here, and learn more about sponsorship opportunities here.

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of the Berks Community Health Center*

The Oley Valley Community Education Foundation is celebrating its 30th Anniversary in 2026 with the inaugural Academy Awards of Excellence Gala on Friday, March 27 from 6 Pm to 10 PM at The Berkshire Country Club. In addition to celebrating thirty years of positively impacting youth of the Oley Valley, Gary Weller, a graduate of Oley Valley High School, long-term resident, and founding member and former Trustee of OVCEF, will be honored. This gala will unite educators, supporters, and community members who are dedicated to enhancing the educational experience within the Oley Valley School District by helping to raise monies to fund annual scholarships and teacher education grants within the district through a silent auction and raffles. The event is Black Tie optional. To learn more click here.

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of the Oley Valley Community Education Foundation and this event*