The WCR Center for the Arts, Inc. kicked off their season with a 20th Anniversary Gala & Concert celebrating the nonprofit’s two decades of promoting the arts and serving the Reading community. The event took place on September 20th at the historic building located at 140 North 5th Street, Reading.
The milestone event featured an unforgettable evening of entertainment, honoring the tireless efforts and visionary leadership of the founding members: William G. Koch, Sr., CPA, Thomas B. Souders, MD, The Reverend Glenn Miller, and Stephen G. Welz, Esq.
Additionally, distinguished honorees representing the Board of Directors were Neil A. Hoffman, MD and Penelope Proserpi, the Woman’s Club of Reading honorees Dixie Lee Borders and David Richie were recognized for their significant contributions.
Attendees were treated by a spectacular concert featuring internationally acclaimed accordion and bandoneon virtuoso Julien Labro accompanied by the two-time GRAMMY-award winning Attacca Quartet, and local favoriteHot Club of Reading.
The WCR Center for the Arts is a nonprofit community organization focused on promoting the arts, serving the community, and enhancing the revitalization efforts in Reading, PA. The funds raised from the event will help preserve the historic building and allow the WCR to continue to bring world class musicians and events to their stage and create arts education programming for children and people of all ages focusing on low to moderate income families in Reading.
“We want to thank all of our sponsors and patrons for their incredible support and celebrating this 20th Anniversary milestone with us. Together we can make a difference and continue to bring awareness and visibility to the Downtown Reading Arts Community,” said Jayme Rhoads, President Board of Directors.
The Gala was a memorable evening filled with music, recognition, and reflection on the rich history of the WCR Center for the Arts. From its beginnings in the 19th century as the location or Reading’s first post office to its transformation into a vibrant performance and exhibition venue, the WCR Center for the Arts has been a cornerstone of the community.
