I have heard, or read several times that Richard Gere, at some point in the past, had a residence/house in Berks County. It has been mentioned variously as being in Robeson Township or close to the junction of Routes 625 and 724.

Now, I have never heard or read of anyone who said that he or she knew it for a fact/firsthand. It has always been:

"I know someone who says that he lives in----"

"I talked to someone who says that he lives in---"

""I know someone who knows someone else who says that he/she saw him" etc etc

Not the most pressing matter, but to either substantiate this vague rumor, or end the rather silly "I heard from someone else--" stuff regarding Richard Gere, of all people:

does anyone know, first-hand, that he lived in Berks County at some point? Doesn't have to be a street address, but where, generally?

Thank you!

Hey everyone, I tried having my handyman put in some windows I picked up from Lowes, but it turns out I’m going to need custom ones instead. Does anyone have recommendations for solid, reputable window companies in Berks County, PA? If you’ve had a good experience with a local business that knows their stuff when it comes to windows, I’d REALLY appreciate the suggestions. Thanks a lot!

Hi everyone I’m getting married June 2026 and am having little to no luck finding a venue for the after-ceremony reception. I really like the museum’s prices (1500-4,000) and would prefer a venue with an outside area. Nothing bougie or “luxury”. TIA (located in douglassville area)

I’m a ceramic artist looking to source some wild clay. Google says that Berks county (and Eastern PA in general) has a decent amount of clay deposits. Any specific suggestions? I recon I’ll just have to take some walks on random riverbanks so find some.

Does anyone attend, or previously attended Albright College's MAP program online? I am looking at this program for graduate studies and would like to hear the good, bad, and ugly.

Hi everyone! I’m having a commitment ceremony in October on a budget and am looking for a DJ and photographer in the area as I am having it in Wyomissing due to a homie hookup. Any and all helpful suggestions are welcome! TIA

I am heading up for a show tomorrow and want to know the best place to park and eat. I have narrowed it down to things closer to the venue being:

1. Russo's

2. Rio Cafe

3. The Ugly Oyster

Rio, if my son likes it, would be ideal being next door, but The Ugly Oyster looks SO GOOD! Opinions on these places?

Also, I would like a parking lot or garage I do not have to walk more than 5 mins b/c it will probably be cold! I see there is a lot at 6th and Cherry, which I think would be ideal if we did The Ugly Oyster. There is also a garage on Popular that maps says is 5 min walk. I just hate to be freezing and want a shorter walk, yet a decent place to park my car.

Send all the help and recs!!

Good morning! Currently looking for daycare recommendations for my 11 month old. We live in Fleetwood area, but I commute to center city Reading for work so on the way would be fine.

Thank you!

Not looking for a LA fitness. More of a health club. Willing to drive a bit

Is ANYONE hiring immeditaly I’m in desperate need of new work. Im currently not making enough at my current position so I will take ANYTHING. The market out here is terrible the only jobs I’m seeing is caregivers and direct support professionals. I will do whatever as long as I works with my current schedule.

I know this is early but does anyone know of any business that hire college students for the summer. I wasn’t able to get a job anywhere when I came home last time and I am just wondering if any small businesses do internships or let college students work for the summer:)

This is such a bizarre request, but I really do not feel like making my own candied lemon peel for a recipe. I was hoping someone here knew a grocery store that has it. I'm located in the Reading/Wyomissing area. Any leads are appreciated cause I have to get this recipe baked ASAP!

Looking for work, current job isn’t cutting it at all. It seems impossible to get into a factory job here. How are people supposed to get trained on a forklift if everywhere requires you to already know how to operate one. I’ve been trying for almost a year to get into Amazon seems they don’t hire ANYONE out here. If anyone could point me in the right direction it’d be greatly appreciated🙏

I know a lot of homes are already decorated - I love finding new spots - any neighborhoods or specific homes anyone recommends?

Hi! I (29F) am currently living right outside of the city. Where do people go to make new friends?

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Anyone have insider info on what's going in to the former Hitching Post restaurant off 183?

Looking for a good bar while working in the area. Any suggestions would work.

Has anyone been? Is this light display fun for adults or is it more geared towards kids? TIA!

Many years ago, there was a Ponderosa Steakhouse in the Muhlenburg shopping plaza, near Kmart and Nichols. I'm trying to remember exactly where it was. Can anyone tell me what business is there today?

Thanks!