Friends of Rotary Park to hold 5k/1 Mile Run and Walk fundraiser September 19th
August 19, 2015
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, September 19th, 2015, the Friends of Rotary Park (FORP) will hold their first annual 5k/1 Mile Run and Walk fundraiser.
All runners to be creative in wearing your 80’s attire. FORP is a 501c3 non-profit organization.
FORP is asking for a $20.00 donation for adults(18 and over). For youth(17 and under) a $12.00 donation. While, 5 and under is free.
LEAP Announces 5K Run/Walk for Wellness and Scholarships
August 5, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The LEAP Organization will be conducting its 5K Run/Walk for Wellness and Scholarship fundraiser on Saturday, September 19th, 2015. This event will raise money for the 6th Annual 7 Points Scholarship Essay contest that is available to high school seniors enrolled in the Clarksville Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) or Fort Campbell High Schools.
The race will start and finish near the Beachaven Winery located at 1100 Dunlap Lane. Registration starts at 8:30am and the race to begin at 9:30am rain or shine. The tax-deductive registration fee is $25.00 for adults, $10.00 for teens, and $5.00 for the kids 1 mile inflatable run.
Be More Like Wade 5k Run a huge success
July 27, 2015
Cunningham, TN – On Saturday, July 25th the Be More Like Wade 5k Scholarship Run/Walk/Crawl was held at the Central Civitan Club building just before the 107th annual Lone Oak Picnic. The race started at 8:30am.
“We’re here today having a scholarship run in memory of Wade Morgan,” said Jessica Morgan.
Wade Morgan passed away on March 3rd, 2015. He was a Montgomery Central High School graduate from the class of 2002. By creating this event the organizers hope Wade’s memory will live on and more people will #bemorelikewade.
The first annual Be More Like Wade 5k Scholarship Run/Walk/Crawl was held Saturday, July 25th, 2015.
107th annual Lone Oak Picnic to be held Saturday, July 25th
July 24, 2015
Cunningham, TN – The Central Civitan Club will hold the 107th annual Lone Oak Picnic this Saturday, July 25th from 10:00am until 2:00pm. Everyone is invited to attend.
Come out and enjoy entertainment, meet public officials, and purchase excellent chicken and pork barbecue. The picnic grounds are located between Hwy 13 and Alonzo Place in Cunningham, TN.
Parking is off of Alonzo Place. Admission is free.
There will be musical entertainment and for the kids there will be train rides and inflatables.
Everyone had a good time, talking with friends, neighbors and family while eating good food and listening to great music at last year’s event.
Be More Like Wade Scholarship Fund 5k run to take place Saturday, July 25th
July 18, 2015
Cunningham, TN – In honor of Wade Morgan’s memory a “Be More Like Wade Scholarship” 5K will take place Saturday, July 25th, 2015 at the Central Civitan Club building just before the 107th annual Lone Oak Picnic. Registration starts at 8:00am and the race is slated for 8:30am.
All proceeds will go into a scholarship fund which will be given to a Montgomery Central Senior who demonstrates similar characteristics of #bemorelikewade. He exemplified the true meaning of a genuine person by being a selfless individual and always having an optimistic outlook on life.
Be More Like Wade
Clarksville Police Department holds Inaugural 5k Run/Walk for C.O.P.S.
May 11, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Police Department hosted a 5k Run/Walk on Saturday, May 9th at the Clarksville Police Department Headquarters located at 135 Commerce Street. The entry fee was $25.00 and included a t-shirt. Kids 10 & under was $10.00 (did not include a shirt).
“I wanted to hold a community participation event,” stated CPD Captain Scott Thornton. “It will be timed with a digital clock, but it’s more about the community coming out and competing with the police in an event together.”
The start of the Clarksville Police Department’s 1st annual 5k Run/Walk for C.O.P.S.
37th Annual Queen City Road Race is this Saturday
April 29, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The 37th Annual Queen City Road Race, scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd, is quickly approaching and there is still time to register!
Registration can be completed in person or online. Online registration can be completed at www.cityofclarksville.com/qcrr and is available until noon on Friday, May 1st.
Participants registering in person may come by the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Office at 102 Public Square, Clarksville, Tennessee, 37040 through Friday, May 1st or register onsite at Austin Peay’s Governors Stadium the morning of Saturday, May 2nd.
Queen City Road Race
Early Bird Discount Registration deadline approaches for the 37th Annual Queen City Road Race
April 15, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The 37th Annual Queen City Road Race scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd, have you reserved your spot at the finish line? If not, you’d better act quickly to be eligible for the discounted rate of $20.00 for the 5K and 7K races.
The Early Bird discounted registration deadline is April 17th. Registration will be available through race day, however prices increase to $25.00 for the 5K and 7K races. The non-competitive One Mile Movement will remain at a $5.00 registration fee now through race day.
Registration for the Queen City Road Race is simple and may be completed online or in person. Online registration can be completed by visiting www.cityofclarksville.com/qcrr and is available onsite at 102 Public Square.
Queen City Road Race
Registration continues for the 37th Annual Queen City Road Race
March 17, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The 37th Annual Queen City Road Race scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd, have you reserved your spot at the finish line?
The Queen City Road Race event is a Clarksville tradition promoting fitness and fun for all ages. The 7K and 5K race route takes runners through the streets of Historic Downtown Clarksville, beginning at Austin Peay State University’s Foy Center and ending inside the new Governors Stadium, while the One Mile Movement takes you on an exciting tour of a portion of the APSU campus.
For over thirty years, hundreds of Clarksville-Montgomery County and Fort Campbell school students, teachers and family members have participated in this Clarksville tradition.
Queen City Road Race .
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for March 15th, 2015
March 15, 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: Winter Gym is coming to a Close, Adult Softball Leagues, Youth Archery at the Crow Center, Martial Arts, Queen City Road Race and Get in shape at the Kleeman Center.
