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Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for September 20th, 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: Free Family Salsa Night, Sevier Days, Youth Basketball League Registration, Community clean-up at the Clarksville Greenway and Movies in the Park.
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APSU’s computer science program leads TBR institutions in graduating women, minorities
Clarksville, TN – For nearly a century, Austin Peay State University has been committed to providing higher education to students of all backgrounds, and the results of recent data from the Tennessee Board of Reagents System (TBR) serves as further proof of APSU’s success.
APSU’s Department of Computer Science and Information Technology was recently noted for graduating the highest number of computer science majors in the TBR system, with a total of 81 graduates in 2014-15. The total represents a 20-percent improvement over the previous academic year. «Read the rest of this article»
Kleeman Community Center to Host Free Family Salsa Night
Clarksville, TN – The Kleeman Community Center is ready to dance the night away at the Family Salsa Night on Friday, September 25th from 6:00pm to 10:00pm.
The event will feature Latino music and dance, basic Salsa introductory instruction and a variety of food will be served.
Family Salsa Night
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Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Paralympic Experience set for September 26th
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department has teamed up with the Tennessee Association of Blind Athletes and the National Federation of the Blind Paralympic Sport Clarksville to host the Paralympic Experience on Saturday, September 26th at the Heritage Park Softball Complex from 10:00am until 2:00pm.
This event is open to youth and adults at least 8-years-old, including active duty service members and veterans, with physical and visual disabilities, regardless of skill level. «Read the rest of this article»
Early numbers show enrollment gains at APSU
Clarksville, TN – Emily Crain, a Stewart County native, arrived at Austin Peay State University last month as part of a wave of new graduate students who are helping bolster the University’s enrollment.
She picked APSU as the place to earn her master’s degree in school counseling because she believes the University will prepare her to make a difference in the lives of young men and women.
Austin Peay State University Freshmen
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New APSU scholarship honors victim of carbon monoxide poisoning
Clarksville, TN – At Kenwood High School on Tuesday, 18-year-old Skylar Hughes presented Austin Peay State University President Alisa White with a $25,000 check.
The money, which Skylar helped raise, will fund the Kathryn Watson Over Endowment—a new scholarship, named for Skylar’s former teacher, that will be awarded each year to a Kenwood graduate majoring in education at APSU.
The Kathryn Watson Over Endowment, created by Skylar Hughes, 18, to honor the memory of her former teacher Kathryn Watson Over who died along with four other people on Sept. 18, 2011 from carbon monoxide poisoning, is announced during a ceremony at Kenwood High School on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2015. (Beth Liggett, APSU)
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Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s “Just Ordinary Exercise” workout classes begin September 21st
Clarksville, TN – Ready to get in shape? There are a few spots left in the Kleeman Community Center’s next session of J.O.E. (Just Ordinary Exercise) workout classes beginning September 21st – November 12th!
Cost is only $65.00 with a Community Center ID for 9 weeks’ worth of classes! Classes will meet Monday through Thursday from 6:00pm-7:00pm and are offered to anyone ages 18 and up. Registration is available at recpro.cityofclarksville.com or onsite at the Kleeman Center.
A few space remain for the new session of “Just Ordinary Exercise”
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Dunbar Cave State Park Programs for September 18th through September 23rd, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Natural Area has been a State Park since 1973. The cave and its surrounding 110 acres have considerable scenic, natural and historical significance. The entrance offered shelter to prehistoric Native Americans as far back as 10,000 years.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will present many nature programs during the year. There are programs for children and adults.
Some of the upcoming events include: Nature Hike, Night Hike, Cave Critter Meet and Greet, Interpretive Morning Hike, Dunbar Cave History and Port Royal Hike.
Dunbar Cave State Park Visitor Center.
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Tenth Annual “Frolic on Franklin: A Celebration of the Arts” set for Saturday, September 19th
Clarksville, TN – Downtown Clarksville’s 10th Annual “Frolic on Franklin: A Celebration of the Arts” will take place Saturday, September 19th from 8:30am to 3:30pm. This free event will showcase the works of more than 30 artists, staged entertainment and art demonstrations — all along the 100 block of historic Franklin Street.
A variety of original fine art, as well as handmade crafts, will be on display including paintings and photography, jewelry, clay garden items, wood work, purses and fabric accessories, pottery, candles, jewelry, woven and knitted items, and seasonal gifts. Items will be for sale with prices ranging from $2.00 to $500.00.
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Sleep Under the Stars at the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Family Campout
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department invites you to sleep under the stars at Billy Dunlop Park. Registration is underway for this fun family camp out beginning at 2:00p. Saturday, September 19th, until 9:00am Sunday, September 20th, at the park located at 1930 East Boy Scout Road.
Activities will include a bonfire, games, and lots of fun!
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