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Discover Clarks Green: A Charming Community in Pennsylvania

Clarks Green, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant borough with a rich history and diverse community. Founded by William Clark, it was incorporated in 1911. With a population of 4,939, the borough features a picturesque elevation of 1,460 feet and covers 1.60 square miles. Notable residents include WNBA player Amber Jacobs and author Lauren Weisberger. Residents can enjoy numerous recreational activities at South Abington Park and Lahey Family Fun Park, as well as annual events like the Fall Craft Show and the Festival of Ice. Clarks Green is also home to celebrated educational institutions.

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Discover Clarks Green: A Charming Community in Pennsylvania

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  1. My Hometown Presentation NavCangoz Comm 115 October 26, 2010 http://www.milebymile.com/main/United_States/Pennsylvania/photo_32502.html Nav Cangoz

  2. Clarks Summit http://outdoors.webshots.com/photo/1022954692011412446VdkmJFeGRJ Nav Cangoz

  3. Demographics • Population: 4,939 • Males: 2,327 • Females:2,612 • Average Household Income: $55,046 • Elevation: 1460 feet • Land Area: 1.60 square miles http://outdoors.webshots.com/photo/1022953965011412446LKYMFruSgv Nav Cangoz

  4. History • First settler in the area was William Clark • Clarks was issued 800 acres of land as payment for his service in the Battle of Bunker Hill. • The village of Clarks Summit and an adjacent tract of land were incorporated • Into the Borough of Clarks Summit on August 30, 1911. http://faculty.lebow.drexel.edu/McCainR/top/tours/Roosevelt.html Nav Cangoz

  5. Notable Residents • Amber Jacobs: WNBA Basketball Player • Lauren Weisberger: Author of the 2003 Bestseller The Devil Wears Prada • Adam Rippon: Figure Skater http://www.flickr.com/groups/checkoutmynewpics/discuss/72157603603788342/ Nav Cangoz

  6. Things to Do • South Abington Park: soccer, baseball fields, basketball courts, small waterpark area for children, picnic areas, paved path by water. • Lahey Family Fun Park: Batting Cages, Mini Golf, Go Cart Racing and arcade games. • Flea Markets • Golf Nav Cangoz http://www.roadsideamerica.com/hotels_motels/hotelinfo/26697.html

  7. Annual Events • Roba’s Tree Farm annual pumpkin patch and hayrides. • Fall Craft Show • Festival of Ice Nav Cangoz

  8. Shopping • Sole to Soul Shoe Store • Soccer Plus • Summit Frameworks • Everything Natural • Talbots • Paulettes Pretty Purses • Mannings Ice Cream Nav Cangoz

  9. Education • Abington Heights High School • Abington Heights Middle School • Clarks Summit Elementary • South Abington Elementary • Newton Ransom Elementary • Waverly Elementary Nav Cangoz http://www.ahsd.org/waverly/

  10. The End http://www.flickr.com/photos/crvena/3729071187/ Nav Cangoz

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