31. Mad Stad 'better than Twickenham' for rugby fans

There is no better place to watch rugby in the country than Madejski Stadium, according to a new nationwide supporters’ survey.

32. All My Sons at Progress Theatre

Arthur Miller was on the verge of giving up becoming a dramatist until the overnight success of his powerful and moving play All My Sons on Broadway in 1947.

33. Carnival procession for Caversham Festival

A spectacular carnival procession is being planned for this year’s Caversham Festival now the charity behind the event has been awarded a £10,000 grant from the Big Lottery Fund.

34. Arts trail leads to Caversham

A stunning collection of paintings, photographs, textiles and ceramics created by more than 30 artists went on show across Caversham on Saturday.

35. Top firms will give pupils a jobs boost

School leavers looking to find work can discover more about job opportunities with prospective employers at a careers fair in Reading this autumn.

36. Proms bring a summer of music to Reading

Concert orchestras to barbershop singers are all tuning up as Reading prepares to stage its biggest festival of classical music ever this summer.

37. Real Ale and Jazz Festival starts today

Beer will be flowing freely to the sound of swing when Reading Real Ale and Jazz Festival starts later today.

38. Top notch retailers honoured at awards

39. Valley Tandoori, Caversham

Restaurant exteriors, like book covers, should not be judged. This could not be more the case than at the Valley Tandoori.

40. Bangers and beer to help our heroes

Lovers of beer and bangers should head to Beenham for some free grub to help raise funds for wounded troops this Bank Holiday Sunday.