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If you'd like to purchase a picket for the new playground renovation, we will need your picket purchase in by August 1.

Want a way to help with the community playground renovation?! Purchase a picket and secure your place in our community's history by purchasing a personalized picket for just $100.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to contribute to the community playground renovation!

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about 1 year ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
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We are deeply grateful to the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia for their incredible generosity and support!

Thanks to their gift, we are proud to announce that our new, inclusive playground will be named Wellspring Playground — a lasting legacy of their commitment to our community’s health, happiness, and future.

Join us in bringing this exciting vision to life. Let’s build a better place to play — together!

If you are interested in helping build the playground, please sign up for a shift using this link: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/70A0E48A8AE2EA0FA7-57174027-coomes

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about 1 year ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Wellspring Thank You
Join us for a fun week of Active Aging events!

Jacqui will lead us in her next Total Health class on Tuesday from 10:30-11 A.M.

On Wednesday, we will be taking a lunch trip to Bonanza Steakhouse in Lebanon! If you're riding the bus, we will be meeting at 10:45 A.M. with the bus leaving at 11 A.M. and arrival at Bonanza at 11:35 A.M. If you'd rather meet us there, the address is 2243 Main Street, Lebanon, VA 24266

On Thursday, Kroger will be coming to administer vaccines for Shingles, Pneumonia, and Hepatitis B from 9:30-11:30 A.M. Please remember to bring your insurance card!

We will continue our Creeper Trail Walking Club on Friday at 9. We hope to see you there!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
Jac's Total Health Class (4)
Bonanza
Kroger Vaccines
Creeper Trail Walking Club
Our outdoor pool schedule changes on August 7th!

From August 7-19, our outdoor pool will be open from 1-7 P.M. Monday-Friday, from 12-5:30 P.M. on Saturdays, and from 1:30-5:30 P.M. on Sundays.

From August 20-31, our outdoor pool will be open only on the weekends - from 12-5:30 P.M. on Saturdays and from 1:30-5:30 P.M. on Sundays.

The last day of the outdoor pool season will be Sunday, August 31.

Thanks so much, and happy swimming!! 💧

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about 1 year ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Outdoor Pool (End of Summer) Schedule
Our playground renovation is happening, and we need volunteers to help bring it to life!

Volunteer opportunities are available September 9–14, with four-hour shifts each day. If you’d like to lend a hand, please sign up for a shift using the QR code to access our Sign Up Genius form.

Thank you for your time, energy, and support in creating a fantastic new space for our community’s kids to enjoy!

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about 1 year ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Call for Volunteers
Join us in one week for Kroger Pharmacy vaccines on Thursday, July 24.

Kroger's pharmacy is coming to help keep us healthy and informed! Join us from 9:30-11:30 as they administer vaccines for shingles, pneumonia, and Hepatitis B. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, learn more about these vaccines, and get protected - all in one convenient visit!

Please remember to bring your insurance card!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
Kroger Vaccines
Join us in one week for our Active Aging lunch trip to Bonanza Steakhouse!

If you would like to ride the bus, reserve your spot for $2 at the front desk. If you ride the bus, we will be meeting at The Rec at 10:45 A.M. with the bus leaving at 11 A.M. and arrival at Bonanza at 11:35 A.M.

If you'd like to meet us there, the address is 2243 Main Street, Lebanon, VA 24266

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
Bonanza Steakhouse Lunch
Mark your calendars - Jacqui will host her next Total Health class in ✨one week✨!

Join us on Tuesday, July 22, from 10:30-11 A.M. for this helpful and informative class !

We look forward to seeing you there! 🤗

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
Jac's Total Health Class (4)
Don't forget our Afterschool registration for the 2025-2026 opens tomorrow!

Afterschool registration begins on Tuesday, July 15! Our after school program is for 5-12 year olds from 3:30-5:30 P.M. Monday-Friday. We have buses that come every day from Abingdon Elementary, Greendale Elementary, and Watauga Elementary Schools.

If you have not participated in our Afterschool or Summer Camp programs before, please stop by the front desk, so you can fill out paperwork. We will also need your child's immunization records and birth certificate.

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
Afterschool (3)
Join us this week for our Active Aging events this week!

On Thursday at 11 A.M., the Abingdon Fire Department will be stopping by to teach us how and when to properly use a fire extinguisher at home!

On Friday, we will continue our Creeper Trail Walking Club at 9 A.M. We hope to have you join us!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
AFD Fire Extinguisher Class
Creeper Trail Walking Club
The 2025-2026 school year is right around the corner!

Afterschool registration begins on Tuesday, July 15! Our after school program is for 5-12 year olds from 3:30-5:30 P.M. Monday-Friday. We have buses that come every day from Abingdon Elementary, Greendale Elementary, and Watauga Elementary Schools.

If you have not participated in our Afterschool or Summer Camp programs before, please stop by the front desk, so you can fill out paperwork. We will also need your child's immunization records and birth certificate.

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
Afterschool (3)
Our playground will close on August 11, 2025 and will remain closed until the playground reconstruction has been completed!

We appreciate your patience as we work to bring the community a brand-new play space!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
Playground Relaunch SM
Please note our indoor pool will close at 3:30 P.M. on Thursday, July 10, as we host a meet for our CAST Swim Team.

Good luck, Sea Tigers!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
CAST Swim Meet
Join us in one week for our Fire Extinguisher Class led by the Abingdon Fire Department.

The Abingdon Fire Department will be stopping by to teach us how and when to properly use a fire extinguisher at home!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
AFD Fire Extinguisher Class
Did you know that your membership at The Rec covers a free fitness orientation?

We have many opportunities for you to attend a fitness orientation in July! Our Programs Coordinator, Matt Griffey, will offer fitness orientations every Monday in July from 11 A.M.-1 P.M.

We have limited spots available in each fitness orientation, so be sure to sign up today at the front desk!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
Fitness Orienation (4)
Please note our indoor pool will close at 3:30 P.M. on Tuesday, July 8, and Thursday, July 10, as we host meets for our CAST Swim Team.

Good luck, Sea Tigers!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
CAST Summer Session (4)
Join us for a great week of Active Aging events!

On Wednesday, we'll be taking a trip to Yoder's Amish Market in Bulls Gap, TN! If you're riding the bus, we'll meet at The Rec at 9:45 A.M, with the bus leaving at 10 A.M., and arrival at Yoder's at 11 A.M.

The Abingdon Police Department will lead us in an informative talk on how to stay scam-free on Thursday at 11 A.M.! You won't want to miss this helpful talk, so you can learn how to spot a scam, protect yourself, and stay ahead of today's trickiest cons.

Join us on the Creeper Trail for our Creeper Trail Walking Club on Friday at 9 A.M. We hope to see you there!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
Yoder's Amish Market Trip
APD Scam Free (1)
Creeper Trail Club (6)
Have you gotten your 24/7 Access to The Rec yet?!

Stop by the front desk today to purchase your 24/7 access to the center!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
24 Hours (4)
Don't forget to join us on Friday mornings in July for our Active Aging Creeper Trail Walking Club!

Every Friday morning at 9 A.M., gather at the Abingdon trailhead to walk the Virginia Creeper Trail as a group. Jin us for camaraderie, fresh air, and some exercise in nature!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
Creeper Trail Club (6)
Join us in one week for an informative talk from the Abingdon Police Department!

On Thursday, July 10, at 11 A.M., the APD will share the latest on trending scams and crime activity. Learn how to spot a scam, protect yourself, and stay ahead of today's trickiest cons. This is a great chance to get practical tips, ask questions, and stay safe!

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about 1 year ago, Faith Asbury
APD Scam Free (1)