Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for June 7th, 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: Fun with Fido, Friends of Fort Defiance Annual Fundraiser, Adult Karate, Rally on the Cumberland and Free summer fun this June and July.
Clarksville’s Summer Night Lights program begins with free 5-on-5 basketball tournaments
Clarksville, TN – It is almost time to kick off this summer’s edition of the Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program and this year we are starting off with free 5-on-5 basketball tournaments for ages 14 and older!
Anyone wishing to participate in these tournaments must be at the location no later than 5:45pm to sign up. Free food and drinks will be provided.
Clarksville Downtown Market Announces Upcoming Events
Clarksville, TN – A community‐favorite and shopping destination, the Clarksville Downtown Market on Public Square offers a variety of events.
Festivities are free of charge and diverse, offering something for visitors of all ages looking to have a great time at one of Clarksville’s most treasured gathering places.
The Clarksville Downtown Market will have approximately 70 vendors on hand offering local fresh produce, baked goods, local honey, milk, home décor, seasonal flowers and more.
The lower section of the Downtown Market in Historic Downtown Clarksville, Tennessee.
Beachaven Winery’s Jazz on the Lawn features Jim Gibson Band this Saturday, June 6th
Clarksville, TN – Beachaven Winery’s ‘Jazz on the Lawn’ concert series continues this Saturday, June 6th with music by the Jim Gibson Band.
The music starts at 6:30pm and goes until 9:30pm.
The Jim Gibson Band play at Jazz on the Lawn this Saturday.
Free Yoga on the Montgomery County Courthouse Lawn Saturday, June 6th
Montgomery County, TN – Join us for a free Yoga Flow class on the Courthouse Lawn on Saturday, June 6th at 9:30am. Susan Nicholson, ACSM, will provide a 45 minute class fitting for all fitness levels and all ages.
The class will be held on the Third Street side of the Courthouse. Bring a yoga mat or small blanket and join in the fun!
Registration is not necessary. If you have any questions, call 931.648.8482.
Free Yoga on the Courthouse Lawn
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Liberty Live Concert to be held this Friday, June 5th
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville and Convergys are proud to announce the second concert in the Liberty Live series set for June 5th at Liberty Park.
The event will feature American Idol participant, Emily Minor, as the headlining performer. Admission is free but concessions will be available for purchase. The show is set to begin at 6:30pm.
Emily Minor performs at the next Liberty Park Live Concert, June 5th.
Dunbar Cave State Park Programs for June 7th through June 13th, 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: Night Hike, Port Royal Evening Walk, Cave Hike, Park by Flashlight Hike, Creepy Crawley Detective, and Afternoon Hike.
Dunbar Cave State Park Visitor Center.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Movies in the Park to feature Frozen this Saturday, June 6th
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville and Convergys are excited to announce Disney’s Frozen is coming to the big screen Saturday, June 6th as part of the 2015 Movies in the Park.
Released in 2013, Frozen (PG) tells the story of two sisters, Anna and Elsa. The older sister, Elsa has kept hidden her powers to turn the world around her to ice, but when her secret is exposed, she freezes their entire kingdom in an eternal winter.
Disney’s Frozen to play Saturday, June 6th at the Heritage Park Soccer Complex as part of Movies in the Park.
Crisis 211 to hold Big Daddy’s Car show
Clarksville, TN – Crisis 211 will hold their “Big Daddy’s” car show on June 27th, from 10:00am until 2:00pm at Daymar College, 2691 Trenton Road.
Sponsored by Clarksville Auto Sales, Daymar College and Avalar Real Estate Services, the car show will feature all types of cars from pre 1960 stock to current stock and custom.
An entry in last year’s Crisis 211 Big Baddy Car show.
Jordan’s ‘Symbolic Summer’ Featured at Planters Bank Art Gallery in June
Clarksville, TN – The Planters Bank-Hilldale Gallery will feature “Symbolic Summer” by Clarksville Artist Terri Jordan from Thursday, June 4th – Wednesday, July 1st.
A 20-year arts veteran, Jordan is the exhibits curator of the Clarksville’s own Customs House Museum, as well as a fine artist working in oils and acrylics. She has been involved with nonprofit arts organizations and has taught classes for Centerstone.
Terri Jordan
