{"product_id":"so-youd-like-to-visit-the-abingtons","title":"So You'd Like To Visit The Abingtons","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep into a world of charm, nostalgia, and small-town magic in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eSO YOU’D LIKE TO VISIT THE ABINGTONS?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a whimsical, richly illustrated children’s book created by Clarks Summit resident Roe Ferguson Robertson. Through playful storytelling and vibrant mixed-media artwork, Robertson invites readers on a joyful journey through the beloved communities that make up the Abington region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTravel through Clarks Summit, Clarks Green, Chinchilla, Waverly, Dalton, and beyond as Robertson captures the heart of each neighborhood. Along the way, meet fascinating historical figures—like William Clark, a Battle of Bunker Hill soldier who settled in Clarks Green with his family—and discover the local landmarks, traditions, and treasures that give the Abingtons their unique character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe adventure begins with a scenic trip through the notch on Routes 6 \u0026amp; 11. From there, readers discover places to shop, worship, visit, and dine. Stop by Parabello, a charming boutique filled with sustainable, one-of-a-kind finds. Enjoy lunch at The Silver Spoon Diner and dinner at State Street Grill. And for longtime locals, the book offers a heartwarming wave of nostalgia—Jim Dandy’s, The Pit after football games, Taylor’s Hobby World, The Inn at Nichols Village—those iconic spots that defined growing up in the Abingtons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRobertson also celebrates the region’s schools, including Abington Heights High School—home of the blue-and-white Comets—as well as the fire and police departments and the many businesses that continue to support the community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery page bursts with vibrant color, brought to life through Robertson’s signature blend of photography, collage, and watercolor. The result is a keepsake that readers from ages 1 to 99 will treasure—whether they’re discovering the Abingtons for the first time or reminiscing about the good times that shaped them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJust in time for Christmas 2025, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eSO YOU’D LIKE TO VISIT THE ABINGTONS?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the perfect gift for families, locals, visitors, and anyone who carries a piece of the Abingtons in their heart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRobertson is also the author and illustrator of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eSO YOU’D LIKE TO VISIT SCRANTON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the whimsical walking tour of Scranton’s many neighborhoods published in 2022.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemember the Abingtons with fondness—pick up your copy today, and let the adventure begin!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parabello","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51809676296478,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/5116\/8030\/files\/abingtons.jpg?v=1777743317","url":"https:\/\/parabelloshop.com\/products\/so-youd-like-to-visit-the-abingtons","provider":"Parabello","version":"1.0","type":"link"}