Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for November 15th, 2015
November 15, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.
This weeks highlights include: Christmas on the Cumberland Grand Opening Scheduled, Winter Gym, Christmas Parade Entries being sought and Indoor Aquatic Center to host event just for toddlers.
Entries being sought for the 56th Annual Clarksville Lighted Christmas Parade
November 14, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Be a part of a Clarksville tradition by participating in this year’s annual Christmas parade, hosted by the City of Clarksville and Montgomery County Government.
This night-time, lighted Christmas parade, is scheduled for Saturday, December 5th beginning at 5:00pm in Downtown Clarksville.
Clarksville Street Department becomes Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certified
November 11, 2015
Montgomery County, TN – Clarksville Street Department is the latest city department to become Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certified.
City of Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan, Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett and Chamber Vice President Melinda Shepard were present at the green ribbon cutting to congratulate the employees.
(L to R) Daryl Pater, County Mayor Durrett, Scott Bibb, David Shepard, Oliver Sykes, City Mayor McMillan, Jeff Bryant, Ashlie Farmer, Chris Cowen, Charlie Gentry and Melinda Shepard.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Set to Unveil Public Art, Ribbon Cutting November 4th
November 2, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Parks and Recreation Department invites the public to a Ribbon Cutting for the first public art piece, Forged in Fire, installed in downtown Clarksville. The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, November 4th, 2015 along the Upland Trail on South Spring Street.
During a violent storm in 1978, multiple fires broke out in Clarksville with one hitting Orgain Building Supply. [Read more]
Movies in the Park continues with Disney’s Into the Woods
September 22, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Don’t miss your chance to see Disney’s Into the Woods on the big screen Saturday, September 26th as part of the 2015 Movies in the Park, presented by the City of Clarksville and Convergys.
Admission is free. The movie screening will begin at sunset, 7:00pm at Liberty Park Amphitheater, located at 1188 Cumberland Drive. Food will be available for purchase on-site. Guests are invited to bring picnic baskets, blankets, and lawn chairs. Please leave your pets and alcohol at home.
Clarksville’s Riverfest continues Saturday with featured artist Charles Esten
September 12, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville’s Riverfest Celebration continues Saturday at McGregor Park. The entertainment begins at 10:00am Saturday, September 12th. The Miller Lite stage will feature David Perez, Cole Washburn, and a host of other country artists.
On the Riverbend stage, watch as local dance academies strut their stuff followed by a Step Show hosted by Daymar Institute. [Read more]
Early afternoon rain doesn’t dampen Friday nights Riverfest
September 12, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The rain Friday afternoon dissipated, the sun came out and dried off the banks of the Cumberland river. Rain delayed the start of Riverfest, but once it started, it was with a bang.
Those in attendance were welcomed by the sounds of different musical acts on three stages at McGregor Park. Besides the music, there were activities for the family, food, vendors and more.
Serieux: A Temptations Revue closed out Friday nights Riverfest Festival.
Clarksville’s Riverfest Art Experience Winners Announced
September 10, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville and Miller Lite kicked off Riverfest on a new night this year with the Riverfest Art Experience.
The Riverfest Art Experience was held on Thursday, September 10th at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center at Liberty Park and included an Art Show, Film Festival, Food Truck Rally, and performance by Temptations Legacy group, Serieux.
Victoria York won first place for her drawing “Deborah” at Clarkville’s Riverfest Art Experience Thursday night.
Clarksville’s Riverfest Festival 2015
September 10, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Join the City of Clarksville and Miller Lite along the banks of the Cumberland River as we celebrate Clarksville’s river heritage at the 28th annual Riverfest Celebration, September 10th-12th, 2015.
This FREE, three day music and arts festival features three stages of local and nationally-known and diverse entertainers, cultural groups, delicious food, and fun for the entire family.
Clarksville’s Riverfest Festival kicks off Thursday, September 10th
September 8, 2015
Clarksville, TN – There are so many ways to play at the City of Clarksville’s 28th annual Riverfest Celebration. The Festival will be held Thursday, September 10th through Saturday, September 12th, 2015.
The free music and arts festival features three stages of a variety of local, regional and nationally-known entertainers, delicious food, and fun for the entire family. [Read more]
