Clarksville’s Downtown Market voted #1 in Tennessee
September 8, 2011
In the 2011 America’s Favorite Farmer’s Markets Contest
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville’s Downtown Market at Public Square was recently voted #1 in the state of Tennessee and #15 in the nation, in the 2011 America’s Favorite Farmers Markets contest which is hosted each year by American Farmland Trust. This is the second year in a row the Clarksville Downtown Market has won first place in the state of Tennessee.
The online contest was a nationwide challenge to see which of America’s farmers markets can rally the most support from their communities- and support we did receive! Thanks to everyone that voted! [Read more]
Clarksville Parks & Recreation to make special announcement this Friday
September 7, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is planning a special announcement regarding fundraising for the Smith-Trahern Mansion on Friday, September 9th at the Riverfest Art Exhibit Reception. Please make plans to attend the reception at 6:00pm to see the fantastic show Riverfest has in store for you and to find out how you can help Save the Smith-Trahern Mansion
For more details on the Clarksville’s Riverfest Celebration, please contact the Clarksville Parks and Recreation at 931.645.7476 or visit, www.clarksvilleriverfest.com.
Vendors Wanted for Clarksville’s Bark in the Park
September 7, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks & Recreation Department is accepting vendor applications for the annual Bark in the Park event to be held on October 8th at Clarksville’s Bark Park located at Heritage Park (Corner of 101st Airborne Division Parkway and Peacher’s Mill Road). [Read more]
Riverside Drive Lane Closures for Riverfest & Park Information
September 5, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Lanes of Riverside Drive will be closed at various times for Riverfest, beginning September 8th and continuing through September 10th.
Traffic flow will be slower than usual during this time, so we recommend drivers plan alternate routes or give themselves plenty of time to travel to their destination. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks & Recreation offers programs for toddlers and parents alike this fall
September 3, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Calling all parents and children! The City of Clarksville Parks & Recreation Department is offering programming for our youngest citizens, as well as their parents.
The Toddlers in Action program at the Kleeman Community Center has restarted for the fall. The program, which is from 10:00am to 11:00am each Thursday, consists of activities that stimulate learning and encourages interaction with other toddlers. [Read more]
Several Clarksville Parks & Recreation facilities will be closed September 5th
August 31, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s three community centers will be closed on Monday, September 5th, in observance of Labor Day.
The community centers will resume regular operating hours on Tuesday, September 6th. [Read more]
“Twilight” double-feature at Movies in the Park
August 31, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Join Clarksville Parks and Recreation this Friday, September 2nd, at Heritage Park Soccer Fields for this month’s Movies in the Park event, featuring a double screening of “New Moon” and “Eclipse” on a giant blow-up screen under the stars. Both are rated PG-13.
The first movie will begin around 7:30pm, with pre-show activities beginning an hour prior. Be sure to bring your picnic blankets and lawn chairs. As always, you are welcome to bring your picnic basket, but concessions will be available.
Movies in the Park
The Clarksville Parks and Rec Report for August 28th
August 28, 2011
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:
- Riverfest Regatta registration under way
- Time is running out- vote now!
- Movies in the Park – Double Feature
- Quilting classes to begin
- Youth Volleyball
- Stroller Time makes a return to the Clarksville Greenway
- Introducing, the new “Scan & Swim” tag
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Youth Basketball League registration is right around the corner
August 27, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Is your child interested in playing basketball this winter? Clarksville Parks and Recreation is proud to offer our Youth Basketball League once again this year.
The youth league is open to ages 7 to 17 and costs $55.00 per player. This fee covers the department’s costs for shirts, officials, trophies and equipment. Players will be placed on teams after registration. Registrants must bring their birth certificate for age verification. [Read more]
Come Out to Movies in the Park this Friday
August 24, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Join Clarksville Parks and Recreation on Friday, August 26th, at Heritage Park Soccer Fields for the Movies in the Park event, featuring the 1993 American comedy-drama, “The Sandlot,” which is rated PG.
Movies in the Park
