What’s New at the OppShop Thrift Store

What’s New At OppShop Thrift Store?

If you haven’t been to OppShop recently, you may be missing out on some of the best bargains in Berks County.

Thrifting has become popular with a variety of people.  Millennials and Gen X like repurposing items and reducing their carbon footprint. Collectors scour the shelves finding the items they collect. Others enjoy bargain shopping and bragging rights for incredible deals.

“Is there a thrift store near me?”  Yes, OppShop is located at 3045 5th Street Highway in Muhlenberg Township.  There is plenty of parking every day of the week.  It’s easy and convenient to shop Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 7 pm.

OppShop Thrift Shop

What You Will Always Find at OppShop

  • Great values every day.   From clothing for the family to housewares and furniture, when you’re looking for items for your home or family, OppShop thrift store has what you need.
  • Books, DVDs, CDs and video games.  If fiction is your favorite or biographies are the bomb, you know why hundreds of book lovers shop the shelves at OppShop each day.  You’ll find hundreds of books from your favorite to popular children’s books and beautiful coffee table books.
  • Service with a smile. This is what our customers say about the customer service team at OppShop. “Always willing to help take things to my car.”  “They know my name.”  “They care about their customers and always have nice things in the store.”  Many customers visit the store multiple times a week and they become part of the OppShop family.

What’s New at OppShop?

  1. OppShopper program.  Provide a valid email and or phone number and we’ll keep you abreast of all the upcoming sales, exclusive OppShopper sales and events at OppShop. You’ll receive 10% off of all full-priced merchandise every day.
  2. Mattress Madness.  We’ve snagged a great deal on new mattresses and we’re passing along the savings to you. These brand new mattresses are boxed and fit in most cars–even the queen and king size mattresses.
  3. Shiny and New.  It’s the talk of the town.  We’re always on the look for special deals for our customers.  We’ve partnered with big name brands and negotiated some great discounts that we pass along to our customers.   From comfy, cozy comforters to pots, pans and panini presses–you’ll want to check out that section each week. Love shoes, purses?  When this high-end brand came to us with truck loads of shoes, purses and more–we started stocking the shelves with bargains galore.  Inventory changes frequently–and OppShoppers are the first to know.
  4. Expanded Furniture Section.  You wanted more furniture so we’ve expanded our furniture section. You’ll find sofas and chairs, kitchen sets, bedroom sets, dressers, tables, night stands,  television stands and so much more.  Whether you’re stocking your home or furnishing an apartment for your college student, we’re your answer to “where is the closest thrift store near me.”
  5. Diverting more than 1 million pounds from landfills.  Whether you donate your gently used items or prefer to purchase thrifted items–you’re making a positive impact on the environment. Through our Reuse/Recycle program, we are reducing landfill waste and helping others.  Items that we can’t use or don’t sell are recycled. From clothing and shoes, to CD/DVDs and knick knacks, our recycling efforts generate additional funds to support the programs and services at Opportunity House.

Why choose OppShop when looking for a thrift shop near me?

It’s simple. The mission of OppShop remains unchanged. All proceeds support the programs and services of Opportunity House in Reading, PA.  Since 1984, Opportunity House has been providing emergency shelter for men, women, children and Veterans who have nowhere else to turn.

Our Second Street Learning Center is a Keystone 4-Star accredited facility providing high-quality childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 13 years old during the school year and through our summer camp program.

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