Members of the Abington Area Joint Recreation Board met to recognize volunteers and honor retiring board member Al Urban.

Some of our many volunteers are: From left, first row, are Frank Santoriello, Lori Harris, Christine Tsaklas, Linda Young, Donna Zagapran, Carolyn Crowley,Al Urban,                   Barb Williamson,Tim Mc Coy, Mike Hargrove. Second row, Dewey Petty, Marie King, Michele Tierney, Michele Breslin, Diane Vietz, Jennifer Mullisky, Bill Risse, Jim Davis, Dori Waters and Jennifer Wynn.

The AAJRB values our many volunteers who contribute their talents and time to shape this park into a fun family spot to spend each season outdoors. We welcome you to join us to help on future projects,whether it is to lead a group or to be a helper- each role matters. So if you would like to volunteer time, resources or give a donation to the park, please contact:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

Check out the 'transformed tree' at Abington Area Community Park. 

     First Mike Gockley of Clarks Green topped a lakeside dead pine tree and removed the dead branches. Next, amidst the changing leaves of October, Kevin Treat, the local wood carver, spent a few days using his chainsaw. He worked on a boom lift to carve,  treat and stain a few woodland creatures into the tree.

There is a sentinel Eagle, Owl and Bear which make this a standout park feature as well as a marker for the start of the developing lakeside trail to be completed in spring. This trailhead marker should last about two decades to reflect art in nature.

    Funds for the tree carving project were provided by a Lackawanna County Arts grant awarded to Clarks Green Borough and Waverly Township on behalf of the Abington Area Joint Recreation Board; the Abington Area Community Classroom; Leela Baikadi and friends; Clarks Summit UPS Store owner, Kip Conforti and Mike Sheruda, Down to Earth Rental Equipment.

Samples of Treat’s work can be seen on his website www.sawptician.com.

For more information, please contact the AAJRB via email at:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it ..

The Park Pavilion is available for you to reserve for a family or civic function.  We had a number of groups who were very pleased with the ease of hosting a party at the park while taking advantage of the lake and other park features like a Boundless Playground, softball fields and nature trails. We have plenty of handicapped-accessible picnic tables designed by Eagle Scout Brendan Buckbee, assembled last year  by members of Scout Troop 160 and donated by Linda Young in the memory of her husband Bud Young. You can expect to have your crowd of friends or family easily accommodated …just go to this ready-made event setting and relax!

Why was Centennial Family Fun Day in The Park begun?

The Clarks Summit Centennial Committee joined with the 2nd Annual Forever Young Kids Fishing Derby to  add another free family event celebrating their town’s 100th.  This began the Centennial Family Fun Day planned for June 11th, 1 PM til dusk at Abington Area Community Park.
 
Dennis Martin Vice-Chair of the Clarks Summit's Centennial Planning Committee commented that “the event will celebrate our town’s heritage and is designed for the entire community to enjoy together.”
 
Event Chairman, Clyde Rosencrance, commented, "There’s a lot that the Abington Area Community Park has to offer.  This event was put together with the idea of showcasing just what that is, and at no cost to the community. Since we started the planning, many others in the community have offered to help out and offer activities/events.”
 
What can a visitor to this event expect? "We hope the park and its lake become the stage for our  residents to connect with family and friends while relaxing outdoors. At the same time we designed a day where all can have a chance to eat good food, go fishing, play games, share in demonstrations, shows, music, a petting zoo and so much more!" said Linda Young, event Vice-Chairwoman.
 
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