Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Clarksville Film Festival Tickets on sale now
February 29, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Clarksville Film Festival kicked off Friday, February 21st, 2020 when 11 teams of filmmakers gathered at Liberty Park’s Freedom Point to hear the competition rules and select movie genres.
What happened next was 52 hours of scripting, filming, editing — and very little sleep — as teams raced to submit their films by the deadline.
Clarksville Film Festival’s 11 films will be shown and awards presented at the Roxy Regional Theatre.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department introduces Aqua Zumba®
February 16, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Are you ready to heat up the pool during these cold months? Clarksville Parks and Recreation is introducing Aqua Zumba®! The program blends the Zumba® philosophy with water resistance to create a pool party you don’t want to miss!
“We’re hosting this launch party in hopes that there’s enough interest for a full program,” says Kimberly Gilbert, Aquatics Superintendent for Clarksville Parks and Recreation. “We know how popular Zumba® is, and it only gets better when you can be in a pool.”
Clarksville Parks and Recreation has Free launch party planned for Aqua Zumba® at New Providence Pool.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Surrender of Clarksville event to be held at Fort Defiance
February 11, 2020
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, February 22nd, 2020, the Fort Defiance Interpretive Center will be hosting a living history event from 10:00am to 3:00pm to commemorate the surrender of Fort Defiance to Union soldiers in 1862.
The surrender of Clarksville was a significant event in Civil War history, opening the South to Union forces and the capture of Nashville. Uniformed soldiers will provide living history and cannon firing demonstrations. Visitors are invited to tour the permanent exhibit and view the film, “Crossroads of Change.”
Surrender of Clarksville to feature Uniformed Soldiers provide Living History and Cannon Firing Demonstrations at Fort Defiance.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation accepting registration for New Adult Kickball League
February 8, 2020
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department announces a new co-ed adult kickball league and registration is open for interested teams.
“Kickball is a great way to socialize with friends while still getting a workout,” said Kaylie Doughty, Athletic Coordinator for Clarksville Parks and Recreation. “Everyone remembers playing kickball as a kid and it’s still just as fun as an adult.”
Team registration is open now through March 13th, 2020.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s new adult kickball league open for registration. Co-ed competition is geared for fun and fitness.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s 50 Plus Games set for May 11th-16th
February 7, 2020
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting registration for the 50 plus games for adults 50 and up from now until May 4th, 2020.
This year’s events will be May 11th-16th at venues across Clarksville, including Crow Recreation Center, Swan Lake Sports Complex, Pinnacle Family Entertainment Center, Austin Peay State University Foy Center, Ajax Turner Senior Center, D&D Black Light Mini Golf and Rossview High School track.
Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk to be held February 6th, 2020
January 31, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Produced by The Downtown Clarksville Association, First Thursday Art Walk is a free, self-guided tour spanning a 5-block radius that combines visual art, live music, engaging events and more in the heart of Downtown Clarksville.
With 10+ venues, bars and businesses participating each month, the First Thursday Art Walk in Clarksville is the ultimate opportunity to savor and support local creative talent.
First Thursday Art Walk in Downtown Clarksville
Clarksville Parks and Recreation invites public to design workshop for inclusive playground
January 12, 2020
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is inviting citizens to participate in a two-day workshop on the design of a proposed new inclusive playground at the Clarksville Athletic Complex at Exit 8.
The workshop is from 6:00pm-7:30pm on January 16th at Freedom Point. The purpose is to show the community what inclusive play looks like and to gather ideas, thoughts and visions about how a new inclusive park could take shape in the Athletic Complex, which is in the design phase.
The goal is to formulate a path forward based on input from the community to create a playground for everyone to enjoy.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department workshop will brainstorm design of potential playground at Exit 8 Clarksville Athletic Complex.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation seeks Filmmakers for Clarksville Film Festival
January 9, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Do you dream of being a Hollywood director? Do you have a talent for cinematography? Clarksville Parks and Recreation is looking for you and your team to compete in the Clarksville Film Festival, sponsored by CDE Lightband.
“We know Clarksville has some amazing artists and we’re really hoping to see their talents,” said Maggie Houts, Event Planning Specialist for Clarksville Parks and Recreation. “It doesn’t matter if you have the best gear or just your phone. We are looking for filmmakers who can create a captivating story in 52 hours or less.”
Clarksville Parks and Recreation now forming Spring Adult Softball leagues
December 31, 2019
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for spring adult softball with leagues open to men and women ages 18 and older.
League play takes place at Heritage Park Softball Complex, 1241 Peachers Mill Road. Games will be weekly and include the following leagues: Men’s, True Co-Ed (equal men and women), Men’s 45 & over, Co-Ed (at least two women) and Women’s.
To ensure your team gets a spot in the league, a team registration fee of $100.00 is due by February 14th.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation now accepting Spring Adult Softball League registrations.
Clarksville Park and Recreation’s Christmas on the Cumberland continues through January 1st
December 26, 2019
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s popular lighted walk through event, Christmas on the Cumberland continues now through January 1st, 2020. Bring your family, relatives and friends down to the McGregor Park RiverWalk to enjoy the festive lighting displays.
Christmas on the Cumberland is open nightly from 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sunday through Thursday and 5:00pm-11:00pm, Fridays and Saturdays through January 1st, 2020.
Admission is free.
Thousands come out every year to Christmas on the Cumberland to experience the captivating display of more than two million lights.
Clarksville’s Christmas on the Cumberland.
