by Olivet Boys & Girls Club | Jul 15, 2024 | Press
One of the region’s most unique traditions had people pushing forward on a unique power tool. The 32nd annual “Belt-Sander Race” was held this weekend. The event is where people whirr across the floor in front of race fans at New Bertie’s Inn...
by Olivet Boys & Girls Club | Jul 13, 2024 | Press
New Bertie’s Inn in Exeter Township continued its tradition of combining power tools, competition and charity in its annual belt sander race. The 32nd edition of the event raised funds for the Olivet Boys and Girls Club, which provides academic, leadership and...
by Olivet Boys & Girls Club | Jul 12, 2024 | Press
Start your engines, or in this case, sander. On Saturday, July 13, a power tool staple will be grinding the track as people ride it. It’s a tradition going on year 32 at New Bertie’s Inn in Exeter Township. New owner Patty Miravich keeping the racing...
by Olivet Boys & Girls Club | Jul 5, 2024 | Press
You may remember Rick Perez as the Reading High School boys’ basketball coach that led the Red Knights to three state championships. Now, he’s at the helm of a new team. “You know, I wouldn’t necessarily call this work,” said Perez. Perez...
by Olivet Boys & Girls Club | Jun 17, 2024 | Press
The programs prepare participants for community leadership roles. The United Way of Berks County celebrated the latest graduates of its Blueprint For Leadership and Leadership Berks programs. The ceremony at the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, 701 Penn St., marked the...
