May

WHAT TO DO & WHERE TO GO

COMPILED BY NIKKI M. MURRY

World Ballet Series: Cinderella

An enchanting story for all ages with a wonderful dose of humor, the majesty of classical ballet and the promise of “happily ever after.”

A part of the World Ballet Series, Cinderella is performed live by a multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers gathered to bring the most celebrated fairy tale to life. It's a visually stunning production accompanied by Sergei Prokofiev’s passionate celebrated score, over 150 hand-sewn radiant costumes, richly detailed hand-crafted sets and sparkling choreography by Marina Kesler. For tickets and more info visit santander-arena.com.

7pm | Santander Performing Arts Center | Reading

46th Annual Walk for the Animals

Enjoy a relaxing, one-mile walk along the river with your pup, family and friends at your own pace — all in support of Humane PA's mission and the animals they serve. Stay for the fun and live music, vendors, food trucks, games and a dog contest that is sure to please all pups (and humans!). For more info contact Lauren Henderson Pignetti, Director of Development, at lpignetti@humanepa.org or visit humanepa.org.

10am-2pm

Muhlenberg Township

Maifest

Wine, Women & Shoes

Benefiting Opportunity House

Sip fine wines; shop the latest styles; mingle with the Shoe Guys, and bid on incredible auctions items and much more. For tickets and more info visit winewomenandshoes.com/ event/opphouse/

5:30-9pm | DoubleTree by Hilton | Reading

Join a traditional German celebration of the coming of springtime, as well as the Club’s annual marking of the opening of the Biergarten. Featuring live music from the Grammy-nominated Alex Meixner Band. Biers and food available for purchase. For more info visit readingliederkranz.com

5-10pm | Reading Liederkranz | Reading

The Dinner Featuring Candace Nelson

The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance’s networking event and awards banquet will feature successful entrepreneur Candace Nelson, known for co-founding Sprinkles, the world’s first cupcake bakery and cupcake ATM, and most recently, Pizzana, a fast-growing chain of award-winning Neo-Neapolitan pizzerias. Nelson will participate in a moderated discussion on the topic “Sweet Success: A simple recipe to turn your passion into profits.” For tickets and more info visit business.greater reading.org/events/details/110th-grca-annualdinner-with-candace-nelson-11280

5-8:30pm | Santander Arena | Reading

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75th Annual Berks County

Armed Forces Day Parade

The parade will follow Penn Avenue east through West Reading and end at the 300 block of S. 7th Avenue. It is a salute to active military and veterans in the community. Rain or shine. For more info visit “Berks County Armed Forces Day Parade” on Facebook.

10am | 800 block of Penn Avenue | Wyomissing