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unionberks.orgFairs, 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, Sep 26, 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM · 1808 W. Schuylkill Rd (Route 724), Douglassville · $25 per person · Brinton Lodge opens its doors for an evening walk through one of eastern Berks County's oldest landmarks. The guided…
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…
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.
Park
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, Sep 26, 11:00 AM · Free
History tour · Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
Starts Sat, Oct 3, 5:30 PM · Free
Nature · Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
Starts Sat, Oct 24, 10:00 AM · Free
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
Art series · Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
In progress since May 1, through Sep 30 · Free
History tour · Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site
In progress since May 1, through Sep 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 · 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
Transitional housing · Easy Does It · Leesport · EDI currently has 10 beds available on a self-pay basis.
Permanent supportive housing · Service Access & Management · Countywide · • Rental payments are based on 30% of an individual’s income.
Businesses that just joined BerksConnect in Union Township, and established ones whose owners recently claimed their page, newest first.
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.
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…
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…
Roofing contractor
Hollow Ridge Exteriors LLC specializes in providing expert roofing services, ensuring quality solutions for all your exterior needs.
Post office
United States Postal Service in Geigertown offers reliable mail services with a friendly and accommodating staff known for their helpfulness, especially during closing times. The post office is praised for its welcoming…
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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The best burgers in Berks County, town by town: the Caramel Burger at Louie's, smash burgers from Reading to Hamburg, and the festival that crowns them.
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