Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for December 6th, 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: Drop and Shop, Christmas in Occupied Clarksville, Swim with Santa and Youth Dodgeball.
Youth Dodgeball League returns for another season at the Crow Community Center
Clarksville, TN – Registration for the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Youth Dodgeball League is currently underway!
Pre-registration is required and participants, boys and girls ages 6-17, can register at the Parks and Recreation Main office or online at www.cityofclarksville.com/parksrec now through January 8th, 2016.
Carolyn Ferrell Book signing at Clarksville-Montgomery County Library Sunday, December 6th
Clarksville, TN – Carolyn Stier Ferrell is releasing her 6th book this month entitled, Riverview Cemetery: A History. There will be a booking signing for her on Sunday, December 6th, 2015 from 1:00pm until 4:00pm at the Clarksville-Montgomery County Library.
Of the cemetery, Ms. Ferrell stated, “Riverview has existed as a cemetery for as long as humans have trod its hillsides. The indigenous people used it long before the white settlers came into the area.”
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library
Christmas in Occupied Clarksville
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation invites you to the Fort Defiance Interpretive Center on Sunday, December 13th, 2015 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, to experience the holidays as soldiers and civilians did in the 1860s.
First Thursday Art Walk to take place December 3rd, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk is produced by the Downtown Clarksville Association and 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
American Bus Association names Clarksville’s Heroes, Hometowns & Legends One of the Top 100 Events in North American for 2016
Clarksville, TN – The American Bus Association (ABA) recently announced that Visit Clarksville’s Heroes, Hometowns & Legends has been designated as one of the Top 100 Events in North America for 2016 by an experienced expert tourism industry selection committee.
Clarksville’s Dunbar Cave State Park Programs for December 7th and December 8th, 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: Recovery Trail Hike and Port Royal History Hike.
Dunbar Cave State Park.
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum December 2015 Exhibits and Activities
Clarksville, TN – The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is located in historic downtown Clarksville, Tennessee. Come explore an entire city block featuring large gallery spaces filled with fine art, science and history.
Some of the events in November at the Museum are:Patterns of History: Quilts from the Collection, Thomas Spake: Fragile Illumination, and Surroundings: The Art of Frank Baggett.
The Art of Frank Baggett
Clarksville Citizens Police Academy to hold 1st Annual Gospel Christmas Concert December 12th
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, December 12th, 2015 at 3:00pm, the 1st Annual Gospel Christmas Concert, sponsored by the Citizens Police Academy, will be held at the City of David Christian Center located at 1790 Woodlawn Road in Clarksville. Doors open at 2:30pm.
Admission is free and donations are accepted. All donations raised will go to the Citizens Police Academy in support of the Clarksville Police Department.
Santa Claus visits the Indoor Aquatic Center for Swim with Santa
Clarksville, TN – This year your child can swim with Santa at the Indoor Aquatic Center! Santa will be visiting the pool, located at 166 Cunningham Lane, on Saturday, December 12th from 2:00 until 4:00pm.
Families are invited to enjoy refreshments, crafts, and swimming. Parents, bring your cameras to capture your child’s special moment with Santa!
The Indoor Aquatic Center at New Providence.
