Author: Angela Cremer

On Tuesday, June 15 at 7 PM be sure to stop by the Kutztown Community Park to enjoy the 48th Annual Flag Day Concert hosted by the Kutztown Community Choir. This event is held rain or shine in the park’s bandshell. An orchestra directed by Dustin Shirk, instrumental music teacher at Kutztown Area Middle School and High Schools, will open the musical portion of the program with selections of light classical and popular music. Students from Kutztown Area High School are being selected as soloists to perform numbers with the orchestra. The Kutztown Community Choir will present selections of popular music, both new and old. The patriotic theme for the evening will kick off with the presentation of the colors by the color guard of the Ray A. Master Post 217 Topton American Legion. Patriotic music during the evening will include a medley of songs entitled, “An American Tribute,” a medley of service songs: “Armed Forces Salute,” and Sousa’s popular, “Stars and Stripes Forever.”

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of this event*

Don’t miss the Summer Solstice Music Festival on Saturday, June 21 from 12 to 9 PM. Enjoy performances by the Mystic Warriors at 12 PM, Mr. Mody & Friends at 2 PM, Cliff Waddell & The Twang Gang at 4 PM, and Country music legend Ronnie McDowell at 7 PM. This event is rain or shine. There will be no refunds for inclement weather. If the show is cancelled, the event will be rescheduled for a later date. Tickets are limited, and the event will sell out! Purchase yours today by clicking here.

The 49th Annual Greater Governor Mifflin League Community Days is being held from Friday, June 27 to Saturday, July 5 at Governor Mifflin Intermediate School. This 9-day event is a legendary community fair that features food, games, rides and entertainment – including the spectacular fireworks finale. Best of all, admission is completely free! The Greater Governor Mifflin League is a nonprofit organization devoted to supporting the community. Since 1976, the GGML has given back to the community in the form of contributions to local fire companies, ambulance associations, scout troops, school projects, community projects, scholarships, and more. Over the past 49 years, they have provided over $500,000 to organizations such as these. Learn more about the event here.

From Thursday, July 3 – Sunday, July 6, the inaugural Eastern PA Homestead Festival is taking place at the Kutztown Fairgrounds. Enjoy four days of craftsmen, vendors, speakers, live music, food, and fun as we pay homage to the Kutztown Folk Festival ™. Single day passes are just $10, and a 4-day pass is available for $30. Tickets are available for purchase online here or at the gate during the event. If you are interested in becoming a vendor for this event, please click here to learn more about fill out a vendor application form. Learn more about the event by following their Facebook page here, and check out all the vendors coming here.

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

The Berks County Fair provides educational opportunities in the areas of agriculture, horticulture, and home arts to residents of Berks County and beyond. With a strong agricultural heritage, the fair strives to showcase excellence in farm fresh produce, livestock, exhibits, and everything in between. Celebrating 171 consecutive years, The Berks County Fair provides fun for the entire family to enjoy, including farm and agricultural events, track events, and delicious PA Dutch cooking. This is the oldest fair in Berks County and the second oldest fair in Pennsylvania.

The annual Fleetwood Community Carnival is taking place at the Fleetwood Park from Tuesday, July 15 – Saturday, July 19 this year. This carnival benefits many organizations throughout the Fleetwood area, such as the Fleetwood Fire Company, the Fleetwood Public Library, the Fleetwood Rotary Club and the Lions Club, to mention a few. The carnival includes amusement rides, great homemade food, entertainment, and bingo each night. Fireworks will take place on Friday night.

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud Platinum Level Sponsor of the Fleetwood Carnival*

There’s something for the whole family at the Kutztown Fair! The 154th Annual Kutztown Fair is taking place from Monday, August 4 to Saturday, August 9 at the Kutztown Fairgrounds. The fair is taking place from 4 PM to 10 PM every day except for Saturday, August 9. The hours on Saturday, August 9 are 2 PM to 10 PM for Children’s Day. The theme of this year’s fair is “Born To Be Wild!” Enjoy food, music, animals, crafts, contests and rides. Learn more about the fair here!

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud supporter of this event*

Berks Community Health Center is celebrating National Health Center Week from August 3 – 9 by hosting a Community Day event on Wednesday, August 6 from 4 to 6 PM. Come out and celebrate Reading’s only Community Health Center, who provides exceptional care to all, regardless of ability to pay. Community Days offers a chance for patients of BCHC and Berks County residents to learn more about BCHC’s services while enjoying a fun and engaging atmosphere. This event includes information tables from local organizations and supporters / sponsors, free children’s activities, live music and entertainment, raffle prizes donated by local businesses and sponsors, and more! Learn more here.

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud sponsor of this event and proud supporter of Berks Community Health Center*

Northern Berks County’s Annual National Night Out event is being held at the Berks County Fairgrounds on Tuesday, August 5 from 6 to 9 PM. This event is a community-focused evening that fosters positive relationships between neighbors and law enforcement, and showcases the efforts of our local fire departments and emergency services. Join the Northern Berks Regional, Bern Township, Fleetwood, Tilden Township, and Hamburg Borough Police Departments for an evening celebrating community, safety and partnership. Learn more about the event here.

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud sponsor of this event and proud supporter of our local police departments*

Berks Community Health Center is celebrating National Health Center Week from August 3 – 9 by hosting a Community Day event on Saturday, August 9 from 10 AM to 1 PM. Come out and celebrate Reading’s only Community Health Center, who provides exceptional care to all, regardless of ability to pay. Community Days offers a chance for patients of BCHC and Berks County residents to learn more about BCHC’s services while enjoying a fun and engaging atmosphere. This event includes information tables from local organizations and supporters / sponsors, free children’s activities, live music and entertainment, raffle prizes donated by local businesses and sponsors, and more! Learn more here.

*Fleetwood Bank is a proud sponsor of this event and proud supporter of Berks Community Health Center*