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Union Township, Berks CountyFairs, festivals, markets, live music, and community events in Union Township, with the date, the place, and what it costs to get in. Drawn from the organizers' own calendars and the businesses that host them, soonest first.
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Sat, Dec 5 · 2 Mark Bird Lane, Elverson · Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site holds its Hopewell for the Holidays day on Saturday, December 5, 2026, on the park's 2026 event schedule. The park has not posted hours…
Restaurants, cafes, bars, and bakeries in Union Township. Places with their full menu on BerksConnect come first, then the rest by how many people have reviewed them.
Restaurant · Menu on file
Fork & Ale in Douglassville offers a creatively curated menu with standout dishes like Alaskan char over gnocchi and the Vampire Slayer burger, accompanied by an inviting atmosphere and an impressive craft beer…
Brewery
Hidden River Brewing Company in Douglassville, PA, offers exceptional IPAs and a unique experience in the historic Brinton Lodge. Known for its knowledgeable staff and intriguing ambiance, it's a must-visit for beer…
Bar
Brinton Lodge in Douglassville is a craft beer bar housed in a historic 1701 mansion offering ghost tours and outdoor deck seating. Known for creative brews, engaging tour guides, and a unique paranormal exploration…
Restaurant
Sam's Wyomissing Bistro is a Wyomissing restaurant known for its welcoming atmosphere and attentive servers. Guests highlight the cinnamon swirl pancakes and classic eggs benedict with homemade hollandaise.
Sandwich shop
Bread Box is a Douglassville sandwich shop celebrated for its garlic steak sandwich and fresh, flavorful ingredients. Run by a passionate owner known for personalized recommendations and friendly service.
Parks, attractions, museums, and trails in Union Township, each with when it is open, what admission costs, where to park, and what to know before you go.
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Union Township Recreation Area in Douglassville, PA, features well-maintained trails perfect for walking, biking, and horseback riding, alongside ample parking and clean facilities. Visitors appreciate the scenic river…
Classes, courses and lessons in Union Township, with the next date, the price and where to register, soonest first.
History · Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
Starts Sat, Nov 7, 10:00 AM · Free
History · Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
Starts Sat, Dec 5, 11:00 AM · Free
Language series · French Creek State Park
In progress since Oct 23, next Fri, Nov 6, through Nov 6 · Free
Art series · Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
In progress since Oct 1, through Nov 29 · Free
History tour · Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
In progress since Oct 1, through Nov 30 · Free
Food, rent, bills, health care, legal aid and more in Union Township, in each provider's own words, with the date we last checked. Crisis lines first.
Foreclosure prevention · Berks County Court of Common Pleas · Countywide
Rent and eviction help · Family Promise of Berks County · Reading · No, there is no cost to apply for assistance through this program.
Rent and eviction help · Berks Community Action Program · Reading
Coordinated entry · Berks Coalition to End Homelessness · Reading
Emergency shelter · Hope Rescue Mission · Reading
Transitional housing · Hope Rescue Mission · Countywide
Emergency shelter · Hope Rescue Mission · Reading
Safe parking · Berks Coalition to End Homelessness · Countywide
Businesses that just joined BerksConnect in Union Township, and established ones whose owners recently claimed their page, newest first.
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Brinton Lodge in Douglassville is a craft beer bar housed in a historic 1701 mansion offering ghost tours and outdoor deck seating. Known for creative brews, engaging tour guides, and a unique paranormal exploration…
Plumber
Thomas Klein Plumbing & Heating is a family-run plumbing company in Elverson handling repairs, water heater replacements, and septic pump work. Tom and son Eric are known for same-day and after-hours response, punctual…
Sandwich shop
Bread Box is a Douglassville sandwich shop celebrated for its garlic steak sandwich and fresh, flavorful ingredients. Run by a passionate owner known for personalized recommendations and friendly service.
Restaurant
Sam's Wyomissing Bistro is a Wyomissing restaurant known for its welcoming atmosphere and attentive servers. Guests highlight the cinnamon swirl pancakes and classic eggs benedict with homemade hollandaise.
Waste management service
Shirey's Trucking in Birdsboro provides reliable waste management services, known for their prompt communication, competitive pricing, and exceptional community involvement. Customers appreciate their professional…
Fire station
Birdsboro-Union Fire Dept South Station in Douglassville serves as a vital community hub, fostering strong family connections and hosting memorable events like their popular members picnic.
Yoga studio
Wellspring on Main in Douglassville is a welcoming yoga studio praised for its skilled instructors and calming, zen atmosphere. Patrons enjoy diverse offerings, from chair yoga and meditation to corporate wellness, all…
Travel agency
World Travel in Douglassville is a trusted travel agency known for its expertise in planning complex, multi-leg itineraries. Clients praise Nanette Gatlos for her outstanding professionalism, communication, and…
1 local businesses with a Union Township address, by category with the number listed in each, and every other town in Berks County.
The Berks Beat's reporting from Union Township: council meetings, budgets, development, and the decisions that shape the town, each story cited to the public record.
Longer reads from our blog that feature a business in Union Township: what things cost around here, how local services work, and who does the work well.
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A guide to the Berks County breweries that make their own beer, from a wood-fired brewhouse in Mohnton to a spontaneous-fermentation blendery near Kutztown.
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The food trucks of Berks County by what they cook, with the fall dates and live sources that say where each truck will be this week.
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Where to eat in Wyomissing, PA, street by street: Penn Ave, State Hill Rd, Woodland Rd, Hill Ave, the mill quarter and the Spring Township edge.
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The best kid-friendly restaurants in Berks County: playgrounds and mini golf with dinner, family diners and pizzerias, ice cream after, and a 24-hour diner.
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