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Nay Aug Park

On Scranton’s far east side, bordering Interstate 81 and spanning both banks of Roaring Brook lies the ever-popular Nay Aug Park. Often cited as the city’s most treasured green space, Nay Aug is the largest park in Scranton.

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Local & State Parks Round-Up

Now that warmer weather is upon us, we've rounded up some of our favorite local & state parks that you can visit in NEPA's 10-county region.

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Exploration of Devils Hole Creek: Natural Places and Open Spaces Walk #32 with Don Miller

Cresco, PA
Sunday, July 21 @ 1:00 PM

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Nay Aug Park Sunday Concerts

Sunday, July 21 @ 2:00 PM

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Summer Concert Series in the 'Ville

Pottsville, PA
Sunday, July 21 @ 5:00 PM

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DiscoverE: Penn's Adventurers

Tuesday, July 23 @ 9:30 AM

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DiscoverE: Penn's Adventurers

Wednesday, July 24 @ 9:30 AM

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Nay Aug Park Wednesday Concerts

Wednesday, July 24 @ 7:00 PM

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DiscoverE: Penn's Adventurers

Thursday, July 25 @ 9:30 AM

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Birding In The Kirby Park Natural Area

Sunday, July 28 @ 8:00 AM

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