The Clarksville Parks and Rec Report for September 25th

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:

• Silver Socials
• Indoor Aquatic Center Opening October 1st
• Sleep Under the Stars
• Pet Walk with the Mayor
• Bark in the Park
• Kleeman Haunted Mansion

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“Cooling at the Cave” is this afternoon

Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave‘s annual “Cooling at the Cave” event is this afternoon. The Friends of Dunbar Cave present music, games and refreshments at the cool cave entrance. Refreshments for a donation, t-shirts and postcards available to purchase.

Everything starts at 3:00pm and continues until 5:00pm. Red River Breeze will be at the cave entrance playing celtic music.

So come out and enjoy natural air conditioning and show your support for Dunbar Cave.

Programs for Children at the Public Library

Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library will once again present a Summer reading Program for the children and young adults in Montgomery County. “One World, Many Stories” is the theme for this year’s Summer Reading Program in libraries all across Tennessee and the nation. Everyone can participate in this free program!

Sign up at the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library in the Children’s’ Library. Programs begin on June 6th, 2011 and continue through July 8th, 2011. Children are rewarded for reading or for listening to books being read. [Read more]

2011 Spring Eggstravaganza!

Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department held their Annual Spring Eggstravaganza Saturday, April 23rd at the Heritage Park Baseball Fields.

The event started ran from 2:00pm to 5:00pm and included games, face painting, a three-legged race, an egg-on-a-spoon race, bunny hop race, and the hunting of more than 30,000 eggs.

All races were held from 3:15pm to 3:45pm at the larger field for ages 12 and under. Kids even got a visit to the Easter Bunny himself!

Sleep Under the Stars at the Parks & Recreation Family Campout

Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department invites you to sleep under the stars at Billy Dunlop Park. Join us for a family camp out beginning at 2:00pm Saturday, May 21st, until 9:00am Sunday, May 22nd, at the park located at 1930 East Boy Scout Road.

Activities will include a bonfire, archery, games, ghost stories and even a bird watching class! [Read more]

Hilltop’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Clarksville, TN – Come to Hilltop Supermarket for their 16th Annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday April 23rd, 2011 at 2:00pm sharp. There will be lots of festivities, games, prizes and fun for all ages.

Everything begins at 11:00am and runs through 2:00pm. Stop by for a day full of fun and games.

Santa visits Community Centers

Clarksville, TN – The Burt-Cobb and Kleeman Community Centers will each be visited by Santa this holiday season. Families are welcome to take photos of their children as they visit Santa, enjoy snacks and games, all at no cost.

Santa will be making his appearance at the Burt-Cobb Center December 13th from 6:00pm-7:00pm. Festivities at the Kleeman Center will take place from 6:00pm-7:00pm on December 14th.

For more details on Santa’s visit or other community center activities, please contact Parks and Recreation at 931-645-7476 or visit www.cityofclarksville.com.

Kleeman Community Center to host Quick Silver Social Event

Clarksville, TN – The Kleeman Community Center is taking their Senior Dances to another level! The Quick Silver Social which will feature games, music, dancing, and food will take place Saturday, November 20th, 2010 from 5:00pm-7:00pm.

This event is free of charge and open to those ages 50 and up. The Kleeman Community Center is located at 166 Cunningham Lane.

For more details on the Quick Silver Social, please contact the Clarksville Parks and Recreation at 931-645-7476 or visit www.cityofclarksville.com.

Summer Youth Program to End with the “Informance” and Field Day

The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s six week Summer Youth Program will come to an end Friday, July 16th. The day-camp type program which is offered each summer to youth ages 6-16 at no cost will bus all of its participants to Heritage Park for a Field Day. Games will be held from 10:00am-2:00pm, with a break for lunch from 11:30am-noon. Games will then resume and the Field Day festivities will conclude with the announcement of the winners. [Read more]

Sleep Under the Stars at the Parks and Recreation Family Campout

The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department invites you to sleep under the stars at Billy Dunlop Park. Join us for a family camp out beginning Saturday, July 24th at 2:00pm until Sunday, July 25th at 9:00am. Activities will include a bonfire, archery, games, ghost stories and much more!

The Family Campout is $10.00 per person and will include an afternoon and evening of games as well as a hot dog dinner and breakfast. Families will need to provide their own tent and sleeping materials. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Don’t miss out on your chance to sleep under the stars, pre-register by July 16th, 2010 at the Parks & Recreation Main office located at 102 Public Square or any of our three community centers.

For more details on the Family Campout, please contact the Clarksville Parks and Recreation at 931-645-7476 or visit www.cityofclarksville.com.