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A reminder our pool hours have changed!

From August 1-14, we will be open from 12-5:30 P.M. Monday-Saturday and from 1:30-5:30 P.M. on Sundays. Starting August 15 until September 6, we will be open weekends only -- on Saturdays from 12-5:30 P.M. and on Sundays from 1:30-5:30 P.M.

Here's to soaking up the last splashes of summer! We'll see you poolside! 💙

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec
2 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Pool Hours
Set yourself up for success in 2026 by earning your Lifeguard certification!

Whether you're looking for a summer job, a stepping stone into aquatics, or year-round employment opportunities, this certification can open the door. Don't just think of lifeguarding as a summer job—there are opportunities to continue working through the winter and beyond!

Sign up today and make waves with a certification that can take you further than just one season. 🌊

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec
2 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Lifeguard Classes
Join us in one week for an Ice Cream Bar at Social Joe!

On Tuesday, August 18th, we will have an Ice Cream Bar at 11 A.M. during our regularly scheduled Social Joe. We will provide the ice cream and all the fixin's! Just come ready to enjoy a sweet treat with friends!

We hope to see you there!

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
2 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Ice Cream Bar at Social Joe
📢 Your voice matters!

The Town of Abingdon is conducting a feasibility study to explore the possibility of a senior center at the Coomes Center, and we want to hear from you!

If you are interested in this project—or know someone who might be—please take a few minutes to complete our survey. Your feedback will help us better understand the needs and interests of our community as we plan for the future.

Here is the link: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/43d0/260620#?

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and helping shape what's next!

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
2 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Feasibility Study Survey
Join us for a fun week of Active Aging events!

On Tuesday at 10 A.M. members of the Virginia Master Naturalists, Extension Master Gardeners, and Wild Ones Appalachian Highlands will talk about the benefits of native plants. After the presentation, we will walk out to the Coomes Center garden to see the beauty of these native plants.

Come for pizza and trivia at the Train Station on Wednesday at noon. We will have pizza from Mamma Mia's and play train-related trivia games at the Train Station. Come see this new space and learn new things with friends! If you're riding the bus, please meet us at The Rec at 11:35 A.M. The bus will depart at 11:50 A.M. with arrival at the train station at noon. Feel free to meet us there!

Our Creeper Trail Walking Club continues every Friday at noon. Join us for some fresh air and friendship! We hope to see you there!

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Native Plant Garden
Trivia at the Train Station
Creeper Trail Walking Club
📢 Your voice matters!

The Town of Abingdon is conducting a feasibility study to explore the possibility of a senior center at the Coomes Center, and we want to hear from you!

If you are interested in this project—or know someone who might be—please take a few minutes to complete our survey. Your feedback will help us better understand the needs and interests of our community as we plan for the future.

Here is the link: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/43d0/260620#?

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and helping shape what's next!

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Feasibility Study Survey
Just a friendly reminder we will be closed Monday, September 7 through Sunday, September 13 for our annual Shut Down Week!

The Harry L. Coomes Recreation Center will be closed from Monday, September 7 through Sunday, September 13 for our annual Shut Down Week. The entire facility will be closed, and we will not offer fitness classes that week.

We have a busy week planned with many projects and renovations to help make the center even better for you! We look forward to showing you all of our hard work when we reopen on Monday, September 14.

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Shutdown Week
Adult Swim Lessons will start back up in October!

Don't miss your chance to join us! Stop by or call the front desk to register today! We will meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 10-10:30 A.M. in October!

We hope to have you join us!

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #ActiveAging
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Adult Swim Lessons
CAST Swim Team will begin ✨this Monday, August 10✨!

The cost for CAST will be $75/month for members and $100/month for non-members with practices every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:30-5:30 P.M.

We look forward to another great swim season!

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #YouthProgramming
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
CAST
Join us TODAY for a Community Workshop and Public Forum, as we continue the feasibility study for a potential senior center expansion at the Coomes Center.

This interactive, discussion-based event will provide an opportunity to learn more about the proposed plans, explore visual planning tools, and share your thoughts on the future of this project. We'll discuss the survey questions in greater detail, provide updates on the feasibility study, and gather feedback through an open community discussion.

A representative from Power Wellness, who is assisting with the feasibility study, will be on hand to answer questions, facilitate discussion, and share their experience working with similar projects in other communities.

The workshop will be held TODAY, Thursday, August 6, from 9:30-11:30 A.M. at the Coomes Center. Whether you've already completed the survey or are just beginning to learn about the project, we encourage you to attend and be part of the conversation. Your feedback will help guide the planning process as we explore the possibility of expanding the Coomes Center to better serve our community's older adults.

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Feasibility Study Workshop
📢 Your voice matters!

The Town of Abingdon is conducting a feasibility study to explore the possibility of a senior center at the Coomes Center, and we want to hear from you!

If you are interested in this project—or know someone who might be—please take a few minutes to complete our survey. Your feedback will help us better understand the needs and interests of our community as we plan for the future.

Here is the link: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/43d0/260620#?

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and helping shape what's next!

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Feasibility Study Survey
Join us TOMORROW for a Community Workshop and Public Forum, as we continue the feasibility study for a potential senior center expansion at the Coomes Center.

This interactive, discussion-based event will provide an opportunity to learn more about the proposed plans, explore visual planning tools, and share your thoughts on the future of this project. We'll discuss the survey questions in greater detail, provide updates on the feasibility study, and gather feedback through an open community discussion.

A representative from Power Wellness, who is assisting with the feasibility study, will be on hand to answer questions, facilitate discussion, and share their experience working with similar projects in other communities.

The workshop will be held *TOMORROW,* Thursday, August 6, from 9:30-11:30 A.M. at the Coomes Center. Whether you've already completed the survey or are just beginning to learn about the project, we encourage you to attend and be part of the conversation. Your feedback will help guide the planning process as we explore the possibility of expanding the Coomes Center to better serve our community's older adults.

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Feasibility Study Workshop
Join us in 1 week for pizza and trivia at the train station!

On Wednesday, August 12, at noon, we will have pizza from Mamma Mia's and play train-related trivia games at the Train Station! Come see this new space and learn new things with friends. You can register at the front desk to ride the bus, or feel free to meet us there! If you do ride the bus, please meet us at The Rec at 11:35 A.M. The bus will depart at 11:50 A.M. with arrival to the train station at noon.

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Trivia at the Train Station
A reminder our pool hours have changed!

From August 1-14, we will be open from 12-5:30 P.M. Monday-Saturday and from 1:30-5:30 P.M. on Sundays. Starting August 15 until September 6, we will be open weekends only -- on Saturdays from 12-5:30 P.M. and on Sundays from 1:30-5:30 P.M.

Here's to soaking up the last splashes of summer! We'll see you poolside! 💙

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Pool Hours
Join us in 1 week for a talk about and tour of the Coomes Center's Native Plant Garden.

On Tuesday, August 11, at 10 A.M., members of the Virginia Master Naturalists, Extension Master Gardeners, and Wild Ones Appalachian Highlands will talk about the benefits of native plants and how to plan out your garden. After the talk, we will walk out to the garden here at the Coomes Center to see the beauty of these native plants.

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Native Plant Garden Tour
📢 Your voice matters!

The Town of Abingdon is conducting a feasibility study to explore the possibility of a senior center at the Coomes Center, and we want to hear from you!

If you are interested in this project—or know someone who might be—please take a few minutes to complete our survey. Your feedback will help us better understand the needs and interests of our community as we plan for the future.

Here is the link: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/43d0/260620#?

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and helping shape what's next!

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Feasibility Study Survey
Set yourself up for success in 2026 by earning your Lifeguard certification!

Whether you're looking for a summer job, a stepping stone into aquatics, or year-round employment opportunities, this certification can open the door. Don't just think of lifeguarding as a summer job—there are opportunities to continue working through the winter and beyond!

Sign up today and make waves with a certification that can take you further than just one season. 🌊

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Lifeguard Classes
Kick off August with us with a full week of Active Aging events!

Jacqui will lead us in her next Total Health Class on Tuesday at 10 A.M. Don't miss this beloved class!

Blood Pressure Checks and the Feasibility Study Workshop will take place during Thursday's Social Joe! A representative from Power Wellness, who is assisting with the feasibility study regarding a potential senior center expansion at the Coomes Center, will be on hand to answer questions, facilitate discussion, and share their experience working with similar projects in other communities. Whether you've already completed the survey or are just beginning to learn about the project, we encourage you to attend and be part of the conversation. Your feedback will help guide the planning process as we explore the possibility of expanding the Coomes Center to better serve our community's older adults.

Our Creeper Trail Walking Club will continue every Friday in August at 9 A.M. Move your body and enjoy some fresh air with us!

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Jacqui's Total Health Class
Blood Pressure Checks
Feasibility Study Workshop
Creeper Trail Walking Club
📢 Your voice matters!

The Town of Abingdon is conducting a feasibility study to explore the possibility of a senior center at the Coomes Center, and we want to hear from you!

If you are interested in this project—or know someone who might be—please take a few minutes to complete our survey. Your feedback will help us better understand the needs and interests of our community as we plan for the future.

Here is the link: https://selfserve.decipherinc.com/survey/selfserve/43d0/260620#?

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and helping shape what's next!

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #ActiveAging
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
Feasibility Study Survey
We are excited to announce our CAST Swim Team will begin on Monday, August 10.

The cost for CAST will be $75/month for members and $100/month for non-members with practices every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:30-5:30 P.M.

We look forward to another great swim season!

#TheRec #AbingdonParksandRecreation #AbingdonParksandRec #YouthProgramming
3 months ago, Abingdon Parks and Recreation
CAST