APSU students join area historians in exploring Fort Defiance
October 5, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Located on a bluff some 200 feet above the meeting point of the Red River and the Cumberland River, Fort Defiance served a significant role in Clarksville’s participation in the Civil War.
Viewed by Confederates as an ideal site to defend the river approach to Clarksville, the fort eventually was captured by Union forces, who occupied the site for the remainder of the war.
Austin Peay Students learning about Fort Defiance from local historians.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to hold first-ever Zombie 5K Chase Race
October 5, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Run for your lives! The Clarksville’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Clarksville Zombie Hunters have teamed up to host the Zombie 5K Chase Race.
Find out how fast you can escape as zombies take over Liberty Park on Saturday, October 29th beginning at 7:00am.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for October 2nd, 2016
October 2, 2016
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: Teen Takeover, Youth Basketball League and Handmade Holidays Vendor Applications.
Gamez on Wheelz to take part in 2nd Annual Teen Takeover
Author Carolyn Stier Ferrell to sign books at Clarksville’s Fort Defiance Interpretive Center
October 1, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The Fort Defiance Interpretive Center, 120 Duncan Street, will host a book signing event from 1:00pm to 4:00pm on Sunday, October 2nd, 2016.
Author Carolyn Stier Ferrell will be available to sign copies of her seventh book, “Valentine Sevier: Blood on the Bluff,” along with her other six books. At 2:00pm, she will give a presentation on the Sevier family massacre.
Fort Defiance Interpretive Center, Clarksville TN.
Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan names Jennifer Byard Clarksville Parks and Recreation Director
September 30, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Jennifer Byard, who has distinguished herself as a leader in positions with several city departments, has been named director of the Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation, Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan announced Friday.
Byard had been Assistant Director since January 2015 and served as interim director of the department after Director Mark Tummons resigned in July to take a position in Texas.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Director Jennifer Byard
Clarksville Parks and Recreation, Gamez on Wheelz, and Game Stop Team Up for Teen Takeover
September 28, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is excited to host the 2nd Annual Teen Takeover, a night exclusively devoted to teens.
Teen Takeover will feature a video gaming area hosted by Game Stop, DJ entertainment, giveaways, food, human bubble balls, and plenty of room to relax and hang out with friends.
Gamez on Wheelz to take part in 2nd Annual Teen Takeover
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for September 25th, 2016
September 25, 2016
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: Adaptive Recreation Day, Youth Basketball League and Handmade Holidays Vendor Applications.
Calling all Makers! Handmade Holidays Craft Fair vendor applications are now available
September 23, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation is currently seeking craft vendors to participate in Handmade Holidays.
Handmade Holidays is a two-day, indoor designer craft market featuring more than 60 of the best independent artists, designers, and crafters from the area.
Fun with Fido to feature dog-friendly costume contests
September 21, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Bring your 4-legged family members for a day of contests, prizes and more the final Fun with Fido event of the season on Saturday, September 24th.
This fun, free event will take place from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at King’s Run Bark Park located at Liberty Park.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to hold Free Concert and Movie at Liberty Park September 24th
September 19, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville and Convergys are excited to announce Inside Out is coming to the big screen Saturday, September 24th as part of the 2016 Movies in the Park series.
Movies in the Park will take place at the Liberty Park Amphitheater, located at 1188 Cumberland Drive. Pre-show activities will include a free concert with local singer/songwriter, Sarah Jayne at 4:00pm and Christian music artist, Alphonse Prather at 5:00pm.
Disney’s “Inside Out” to be shown at Liberty Park Saturday, September 24th.
