Pennsylvania's 50 Safest Places to call Home New Hanover Township#5Located in Montgomery County, New Hanover Township has a current population of 10,900 residents.  The community consists of rolling hills and valleys and has several villages within its borders.  The violent crime rate here is 9.1, and the chance of being affected by property crime in New Hanover is just .06%. Amity Township#10 A township in Berks County, Amity is home to 12,500 residents.  The community encompasses 18.4 square miles and is home to many properties that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  The violent crime rate in Amity is 23.8, and residents have a .09% chance of being affected by property crime. For  the full list of The 50 Safest Places to Call Home in Pennsylvania visit:The 50 Saf... 03/22/2016

  If you are looking for a fun way to spend your Saturday afternoon, why not stop by for a wine tasting... The Manatawny Creek Winery 227 Levengood Rd. Douglassville, PA 610 689-9804 The Levengood family have been making wine at Manatawny Creek Winery for over 13 years and having a great time doing it! All of their wines are made here at the winery and they grow about half of the grapes needed to produce about 12,000 gallons (5000 cases) of wine every year. All the grapes  purchased are grown in Pennsylvania with the majority grown right here in Berks County and nearby Lehigh, York, Chester and Lancaster counties. Almost all of their wines are sold out of the tasting room with a small amount sold at area restaurants. We do not distribute through other stores, but they can ship to consum... 10/14/2011

Open House Today...     282 Buckhead Lane Douglassville, PA 1:00 to 3:00PM   Picture yourself preparing dinner in this gorgeous kitchen or sipping your coffee by the cozy fireplace.                  How about lounging in this glorious soaking tub after a long and stressful day at work?  10/09/2011

This is always a question that pops up at one time or another for homeowners.  While you could always check on the townships website for specific questions, here is what you DON'T need a permit for in Amity Township:   Roof replacement on a residential structure Siding replacement Retaining walls not over 4' high Non-bearing walls in a dwelling Residential swings and playgrounds Pools where water depth is less than 24" deep Gutters and downspouts Appliance replacement Security systems Propane or liquified petroleum appliances and associated piping Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops and similar finishing work Resurfacing or sealing driveway Replacing a furnace with the same size and same type 10/04/2011

Monocacy Hill....   Fall is a great time for a hike!  Visit Monocacy hill recreation Area for their annual Fall Open house on sunday, October 16th from 9AM to 4PM.  The event will include several hikes and activities as well as free drinks and snacks.  For more information on this event and other hikes that will be offered this Fall visit: Monocacy Hill Recreation     10/04/2011

Don't forget- mark your calendar... If you are looking for a GORGEOUS home in Amity Township Douglassville PA that is priced right and when I say "move in" condition, I cannot elaborate how ready to move in it truly is!  From the moment you step through the front door you will know that a professional interior designer lives here.  Join me at the Open House this weekend:   Open House 282 Buckhead Lane, Douglassville, PA. 19518 Sunday October 2 from 1PM to 4PM 09/30/2011

Open House Sunday October 1, 2011 1:00 to 4:00PM    282 Buckhead Lane, Douglassville PA Take one step into this beautiful home and you will realize that an Interior Designer lives here. It is unlike any other and offers soft colors and enticing textures. Materials feature slate, cork, terracotta tile, and grasscloth. The colors are warm and inviting coupled with lots of natural sunlight. Upgrades abound including two decks, a slate patio, hardwood floors and a huge master bedroom with a custom designed master closet. The kitchen is to die for with Cherry Cabinets, gorgeous center island, beautful granite countertops, and a natural slate back splash. There are just too many upgrades to mention. To really appreciate the beauty of this home, you must come see. This is not your typical cook... 09/28/2011

    324 Anvil Drive Douglassville PA Come and see this beautiful home in desirable Sunset Knoll. The home is currently tennant occupied but owner says sell! There are so many upgrades including granite countertops, hardwood floors, and crown molding. The home offers lots of natural sunlight and the view from the patio overlooking the hillside is stunning! If you enjoy cooking, then this is the kitchen for you! It has loads of cabinets and counterspace and newer appliances. A seperate laundry room is right off the kitchen and there is even a half bath. In the wintertime, enjoy a warm fire in the large family room and in the summer sit on the patio and take in the view. On the second floor, the master bedroom is huge with a great walk-in closet and master bath with a jetted tub and sepera... 07/09/2011

Unique Home in Douglassville, PA reduced in price to $289,900!!! Do not miss the opportunity of a lifetime to own this historical beauty! 346 Levengood Road DOUGLASSVILLE, PA Own a piece of history! Completely redone farmhouse.   2BR/1+1BA Single Family House                    $289,900  Year Built 1745 Sq Footage 1,216   Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 full, 1 partial   Floors 3 Parking 2 Car garage   Lot Size 2.74 acres   HOA/Maint $0 per month   DescriptionOwn a piece of history, the "Wolmesdorf House", paper maker to Benjamin Franklin, dating back to 1745, while being pampered w/ modern luxuries. Completely Remodeled. Fabulous kitchen w/ quartz cntrtops, ss appl. & wine cooler. Gleaming wood flrs, original exposed beams & stone. Charming former Summer Kitchen w/ FP & original Root Cellar now... 04/14/2011

Read PART I Douglassville Real Estate - Discover a Responsible Loan Provider Step 5: A pre- approval letter to buy Douglassville real estate from a trusted mortgage company will be the crucial next step in the process. Should you have not gotten the funding pre-approved, quit. There's no sense in proceeding any further, no property seller or real estate agent is going to take you seriously in todays competitive Douglassville realestate market. Douglassville townhomes require a pre authorization letter regarding agreement of sale to be taken into consideration by any expert Douglassville Realtor. Douglasville Realtors - Observe Many Households Step 6: Now you are ready to go out and see Douglasville real estate. Once you begin venturing out to see homes for sale in Douglasville with your... 04/03/2011

Uncovering Douglassville Real Estate the Savvy Way Choosing a Douglassville home could be the single biggest choice you will make in ones lifetime. When searching for homes for sale in Douglassville For those who stick to the steps I've outlined below to locate Douglassville real estate the smart way, investing in Douglassville townhomes or homes for sale in Douglassville becomes simpler and straight forward. Always use the services of a Certifed Residential Specialist Douglasville Realtor when looking to buy Douglassville realestate. Rely upon a Douglasville Realtor You most definitely wouldn't employ a part-time attorney for a criminal trial if your liberty is at risk, would you? Exactly why then are you willing to seek to navigate the murky waters of a Douglassville real estate inves... 04/03/2011

Douglassville Homes for Sale | Douglassville are a Great Value in Berks County Real Estate Are you looking for information on Douglassville Homes? Fill out my form to receive our Free Douglassville Homes Report Fill out my Wufoo form! Douglassville Homes for Sale | Douglassville Homes Inside Buyers Information Douglassville is really a beautiful community and it is swiftly turning out to be among the most preferred areas in Berks County PA as more young families and individuals relocate to a quieter lifestyle and purchase Douglassville Homes. With a population of around 10 thousand it provides convenience which is associated with a greater populace without having to be overwhelming, and is home to outstanding educational institutions, expanding industry and also superb arts and culture!... 01/05/2011

Douglassville Homes | Colonial Style Douglassville Real Estate in Great Subdivisions Douglassville Home: have you considered looking into some of the Douglassville homes for sale? Douglassville is a small hamlet located outside of the Reading area in rural Berks County Pennsylvania . It is known for its agriculture and multiple subdivisions that are filled with a variety of Douglassville homes. Outside of the subdivisions Douglassville has great local parks that contain beautiful walking trails and even recreational areas for residents. Douglassville homes are also located close to the Thun Trail that is part of the longest walking, biking and jogging trail in Pennsylvania. Enjoy the beautiful outdoors that surround any of the Douglassville homes. Douglassville homes feature a wide var... 10/29/2010

Well, it's that fun time of year again - Amity Township Community Days! This year, I'm having 2 booths - the ever popular Tic-Tac-Toe booth where kids try to throw 3 balls into holes in a straight line to win Tic-Tac-Toe for a prize of their choice. Since it's free, they just keep trying until they win. No, it doesn't teach them any life long lesson, but it's just fun. My second booth is for the Great American Bake Sale. Baked goods are sold and all the proceeds to go feeding the hungry - locally. I'm going to have some "penny candy" that kids can buy so they can help to feed the hungry, too. This will teach children that every little bit helps and they can help out some other family that is less fortunate than them.  It is this Friday, Saturday and Sunday - Sept 10 (from 6 to 10), Sept... 09/08/2010

Anyone who has passed through Douglassville, Pennsylvania, probably on the much traveled Route 422, will recognize the landmark on the corner of Rt.422 & Rt. 662...Michael's Restaurant...   The famous landmark, formerly known as Michael's Diner, is currently undergoing a massive facelift, which will render the popular eating establishment even more recognizable and impressive than the 'old Michael's'...   Well, we had a 'family after church breakfast' there last Sunday...   And the food is as good as its ever been...!!!   Breakfast is outstanding, open 24 hours, excellent dinner entrees including soup and salad bar, and courteous service are all hallmarks of Michael's...     Next time, don't only say 'Make a right at Michael's'...stop and go in and enjoy a scrumptious meal...!!!     Mi... 08/03/2009

Most of my neighbors in Amity Township spent the weekend cleaning up the damage caused by an intense storm which swept through our area on Friday evening around the dinner hour...   According to the weather 'experts' no tornado was seen to touch down by local radar...   Except Amity is literally within a valley surrounded on all sides by substantial hills...in fact, I'm always kidding my children by saying we live in a former volcano or a large meteorite-caused crater... and lest I'm mistaken, radar, is only able to detect line of sight occurrences, and the damage to our area was focused mainly on low lying areas, particularly those in heavily clustered treed areas and densely wooded areas along creeks and gullies...   Hence the term 'flying under the radar' typically applies to this o... 06/29/2009

It was about a 40 minute drive from our home to the recreational area in Leesport, Pa., where Schuyllkill Valley Girls Softball Association would host a 10U (age 10 and under) girls softball tournament...!!!   It was a double elimination tournament beginning at 9 AM, and so you lose two games, and you're out...!!!   And so, the discussion in the car between my 8 year old daughter Emily and me on the way to this early morning sporting event revolved around self confidence, having fun, playing hard, and reminders that there are probably plenty of teams worse than ours, who, up until this point, hadn't won a game yet...   Heck, regardless, it would be a great Daddy/Daughter bonding event, and we'd probably be back home by 1 or 2 PM...   In true form, our team (The Thunder), lost the first... 05/03/2009

Now that most of the Tea Parties are over...the next ALL AMERICAN event that signals the official arrival of Spring...   LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL OPENING DAY...Saturday, April 18, 2009...   I don't know how it's done in your area, but we make a big deal about it in Amity Township...   All the kids assemble together, including girls softball, and parade down onto the major league field...each player and coach introduced singly...   Capped off by a brief ceremony honoring last year's winners and runners up, then beginning a full slate of games on all fields in multiple locations all day long...!!!   I have two boys in Little League Majors and my daughter plays softball (Just as exciting)...!!!     The weather forecast is incredibly nice...     So here's hoping for a great family day for all... 04/17/2009

Philadelphia Eagles Vs Daniel Boone Blazers Alumni & Faculty...2009...!!!   Every year for the past few years the Blazers Booster Club has sponsored this basketball game event as a fund raiser and a special event enjoyable by residents of all ages...!!!   It seems that each year the attendance increases to set new records for a sporting or amusement event...   I hope this year is no exception and the Boosters enjoy a successful fund raiser...!!!   My wife has used this occasion to set up a 'boys night out' for the males in our family, and an opportunity for the gentler gender to also take advantage of a 'girls only' night at some other local gathering place... This year...Monkey Joes...!!!   I hope this day turns out well for all concerned...!!!     03/22/2009

Before you read too much into that title, let me assure you I am not a workaholic...well at least, NOT EXACTLY...   Yesterday was a snow day, not so much that we got a large accumulation of the white stuff (we only got about 6 inches total), but the roads were treacherous, the temperature was single digits real feel, and the winds were blustery and gusting...all in all, a good day, if any, to call it quits when it comes to making it in to work...   Now the good news about staying home in this age of technology and easily available information is that through e-mail, cell phone, broadband internet access, etc., you can literally get a lot accomplished from your favorite seat at home...   Which I attempted to do yesterday...   However, at about 3 PM, I began to feel like I needed to get s... 03/03/2009