Jammin’ in the Alley rocked Friday night with The Rooted Wings
June 16, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Department and Recreation held there second Jammin’ in the Alley concert of the year last night at Strawberry Alley. The concert showcased the talents of Rooted Wings, a musical duo comprised of John Winters and Samantha Hawkins.
After a few open mic night collaborations when Winters and Hawkins knew that they wanted to form a cohesive act together, and have combined their unique styles folding the blues, jazz, and a variety of popular music together into a fresh and rhythmic sound.
Samantha Hawkins and John Winters perform at Jammin’ in the Alley on Friday night
Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan introduces Summer Night Lights Program
June 15, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan, in conjunction with the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department and the Clarksville Police Department, is introducing a new program for youth and their families. Summer Night Lights is an eight week program, which will run from June 14th through August 3rd on Thursday and Friday nights.
The program will take place at two locations. On Thursdays, the event will be held at the Kleeman Community Center, 166 Cunningham Lane, from 6:00pm–9:30pm. On Friday evenings, it will take place at the Burt-Cobb Community Center/Dixon Park, 1011 Franklin Street, from 6:00pm–10:30pm. [Read more]
Clarksville’s Movies in the Park to show “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” this Saturday, June 16th
June 14, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Join Clarksville Parks and Recreation at dusk on Saturday, June 16th at Heritage Park soccer fields for the viewing of “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe”- rated PG. Come early to save your spot and check out “move before the movies” before the movie featuring Tae Kwon Do basics.
Admission to the movie is free.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Summer Youth Program under way and Filling up Quickly
June 13, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Youth Program is under way and openings at the various sites are filling up quickly!
The Crow Community Center, Summit Heights, Minglewood Elementary School, Hazelwood Elementary School, West Creek Elementary School, locations are available for more registration, as well as two of the teen-specific sites at New Providence Middle School and Moore Elementary School.
Sites are open 9:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Events for June 10th, 2012
June 10, 2012
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:
- The Mayor’s Summer Night Lights
- Summer Playhouse at the Roxy
- American Twisters Tumbling Camp
- World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
- The Rooted Wings to play at Jammin’ in the Alley
- Movies in the Park to feature The Chronicles of Narnia
Registration is underway for Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s first-ever Youth Kickball League
June 8, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Registration is underway for Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s first-ever Youth Kickball League.
Participants can register through June 29th at the Parks and Recreation Main office as well as online at recpro.cityofclarksville.com. [Read more]
Clarksville Downtown Market moving to McGregor Park’s RiverWalk North Extension
June 7, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Downtown Market is moving! Since it’s opening in 2008, the market has grown in popularity; so much so that it has outgrown its current location at One Public Square.
In order to allow for continual growth, the market will move to the North Extension of McGregor Park’s RiverWalk beginning Saturday, July 7th, 2012.
“As the market grows we are constantly faced with logistical challenges with our current location,” said Matthew Nixon, Manager of the Clarksville Downtown Market. [Read more]
Riverfest announces Kip Moore as 2012 headliner
June 6, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Riverfest is excited to announce that the singer-songwriter Kip Moore will be the featured headliner at the 2012 Festival. Kip Moore will take the stage at 9:00pm as the main event on Saturday, September 8th, 2012. The concert is free and open to the public.
Kip Moore’s song “Somethin’ Bout a Truck” from his debut album, “Up All Night,” has claimed the No. 1 spot for the second consecutive week on the Billboard Hot Country Songs Chart, making him the first new country artist in four years to have a debut album’s first single go No. 1 for multiple weeks. It has been certified gold and sold more than 700,000 digital singles.
Riverfest Announces Kip Moore as 2012 Headliner
The Rooted Wings to play at the next Jammin’ in the Alley
June 6, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Parks and Recreation department is excited to announce The Rooted Wings to play at the next Jammin’ in the Alley concert June 15th.
The annual summer concert series, presented by U.S. Bank, is now in its 5th season and will feature a variety of local talent. In addition to the live music, downtown restaurants will offer outdoor dining for concert-goers.
The Rooted Wings to play at the next Jammin' in the Alley
City of Clarksville Parks & Recreation to take part in “World’s Largest Swimming Lesson”
June 5, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department invites citizens to take part, as waterparks, pools and other aquatic facilities across the world attempt to break the Guinness World Record of the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson on June 14th at Beachaven, New Providence, Bel-Aire, Swan Lake and Smith pools at 10:00am. [Read more]
