Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for June 24th, 2012
June 24, 2012
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:
- Annual Independence Day Celebration
- People’s Choice Movie- vote now!
- Beat the Heat, Participate in an Aquatics Class
- Only a few weeks left of the Summer Youth Program
- Acoustic Night at Jammin’ in the Alley
Clarksville Homes being Rebuilt and Restored
June 23, 2012
Clarksville, TN – On June 22nd, the Clarksville Office of Housing and Community Development, along with Clarksville Mayor Pro Temp Geno Grubbs, were on hand when the homeowner of 50 Union Street was presented with keys to her new home.
Union Street lies within the Dog Hill Architectural District known for its late Victorian Architectural Style which consists of typical turn of century framed construction cottages. The district got its name because neighborhood canines would howl at the whistles of the nearby trains and steamboats. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation and the Friends of Fort Defiance to host “March to the Past” Saturday
June 19, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department and the Friends of Fort Defiance will host the “March to the Past” event this Saturday, June 23rd from 10:00am to 5:00pm at the Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center, located at 120 Duncan Street.
This event will feature living history demonstrations such as infantry drills, Civil War medicine and clothing, rolling rifle cartridges and games for children.
Fort Defiance Civil War Park & Interpretive Center
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for June 17th, 2012
June 17, 2012
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:
- Kip Moore to Headline Riverfest 2012
- March to the Past
- Annual Independence Day Celebration
- The Mayor’s Summer Night Lights
- *NEW* Youth Kickball
- Fall Adult Softball Meeting Scheduled
- Movies in the Park
- Adaptive Swim Lessons
Jammin’ in the Alley rocked Friday night with The Rooted Wings
June 16, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Department and Recreation held there second Jammin’ in the Alley concert of the year last night at Strawberry Alley. The concert showcased the talents of Rooted Wings, a musical duo comprised of John Winters and Samantha Hawkins.
After a few open mic night collaborations when Winters and Hawkins knew that they wanted to form a cohesive act together, and have combined their unique styles folding the blues, jazz, and a variety of popular music together into a fresh and rhythmic sound.
Samantha Hawkins and John Winters perform at Jammin’ in the Alley on Friday night
Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan introduces Summer Night Lights Program
June 15, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan, in conjunction with the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department and the Clarksville Police Department, is introducing a new program for youth and their families. Summer Night Lights is an eight week program, which will run from June 14th through August 3rd on Thursday and Friday nights.
The program will take place at two locations. On Thursdays, the event will be held at the Kleeman Community Center, 166 Cunningham Lane, from 6:00pm–9:30pm. On Friday evenings, it will take place at the Burt-Cobb Community Center/Dixon Park, 1011 Franklin Street, from 6:00pm–10:30pm. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Summer Youth Program under way and Filling up Quickly
June 13, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Youth Program is under way and openings at the various sites are filling up quickly!
The Crow Community Center, Summit Heights, Minglewood Elementary School, Hazelwood Elementary School, West Creek Elementary School, locations are available for more registration, as well as two of the teen-specific sites at New Providence Middle School and Moore Elementary School.
Sites are open 9:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. [Read more]
TVA’s Tennessee Valley Electric Lineman Rodeo was alot of Fun
June 12, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Tennessee Valley Authority, along with the City of Clarksville, the Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation (CEMC) and CDE Lightband played host to the Tennessee Valley Electric Lineman Rodeo at McGregor Park in Clarksville, Tennessee from June 7th-9th.
This multi-day event allowed electrical workers from throughout the region compete against one another to see who’s the best of the best 45 feet in the air. When the lights go out, for an electric line worker, duty calls. He puts his life on the line to ensure we are able to enjoy all the conveniences that electricity provides to us.
Tennessee Valley Electric Lineman Rodeo at McGregor Park in Clarksville, Tennessee
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Events for June 10th, 2012
June 10, 2012
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:
- The Mayor’s Summer Night Lights
- Summer Playhouse at the Roxy
- American Twisters Tumbling Camp
- World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
- The Rooted Wings to play at Jammin’ in the Alley
- Movies in the Park to feature The Chronicles of Narnia
City of Clarksville’s Independence Day Celebration to take place July 3rd
June 9, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville and Aetna Insurance are celebrating our nation’s independence this year with the fifth annual Independence Day Celebration on Tuesday, July 3rd, at McGregor Park.
The event will be filled with food, fun and entertainment for the entire family. Activities begin at 6:00pm. [Read more]
