The Clarksville Parks and Rec Report for June 19th
June 19, 2011
Billy Dunlop Park will be closed to the public July 10th-15th for Girl Scouts Day Camp and July 16th-22nd for Boy Scouts Day Camp.
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:
- Clarksville Downtown Market
- Visit Fort Defiance
- Party in the Park
- Movies in the Park
- Tree Identification Class
- Annual Independence Day Celebration
Barnes, Pitts Announce Arts Grants
June 18, 2011
Four Montgomery County organizations receive $37,100 total
Clarksville, TN – State Senator Tim Barnes and State Representative Joe Pitts announced Friday the four Montgomery County recipients of Tennessee Arts Commission grants for the upcoming fiscal year.
“These deserving organizations provide opportunities for our citizens to both create and enjoy the arts,” Pitts said. “I am pleased to see our citizens and our officials continue to support these staples of our community.” [Read more]
Summer Youth Program Continues, Filling Up Quickly
June 18, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Youth Program continues and openings at the various sites are filling up quickly!
The West Creek, Caldwell Lane, Minglewood, Barksdale, Hazelwood, St. Bethlehem, Kleeman Center, Crow Center and New Providence sites have met their registration capacities.
Clarksville Parks & Recreation welcomes a new Director to the Kleeman Center
June 17, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks & Recreation Department welcomes a new full-time member to its staff. Tonya Wacker is the new Director of the Kleeman Community Center, located at 166 Cunningham Lane.
Wacker has been a part-time employee of Parks and Recreation for nine years. She began as a gym assistant with the Summer Youth Program at the St. Bethlehem location. She eventually moved on to the Site Director position at the Caldwell Lane and Barksdale locations. Wacker has since served as a part-time staff member at the Crow Center. [Read more]
Jammin’ in the Alley Concert Series to feature Chris Robertson
June 15, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville together with U.S. Bank will soon be Jammin’ in Strawberry Alley once again, after last month’s kickoff with a crowd that set the record for attendance. Join us on Friday, June 17th for this month’s concert and every third Friday of the month through October.
This month’s free concert features Chris Robertson and the Country Music Band. They’ll be sure to keep you on your feet playing great country classics along with a few originals. [Read more]
Movies in the Park- this Saturday
June 14, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Join Clarksville Parks and Recreation this Saturday, June 18th, at Heritage Park soccer fields for this month’s Movies in the Park event, featuring the hit movie, “Transformers,” which is rated PG-13.
All movies start at dusk, 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.
The Clarksville Parks and Rec Report for June 12th
June 12, 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:
- City Swimming Pools
- Downtown Market
- Jammin’ in the Alley
- Party in the Park
- Movies in the Park
- Tree Identification Class
Summer Youth Program Under Way, Filling Up Quickly
June 10, 2011
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 Barksdale, Hazelwood, St. Bethlehem, Kleeman Center and Crow Center sites have met their registration capacities.
Youth Fishing Rodeo Saturday
June 10, 2011
Annual TWRA, Clarksville Parks and Recreation Youth Fishing Rodeo Saturday
Clarksville, TN – On the second Saturday in June each year, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency allows all residents and non-residents to fish without a license. Children ages 16 and under are urged to bring their fishing poles and bait to the pond at Liberty Park for free fishing from 8:00am to 10:30am, June 11th. Registration will begin at 7:00am.
For more information contact Dale Grandstaff at 931-216-6746.
The other portions of Liberty Park will remain closed, except for the boat ramp and boat docks that are now open from 7:00am to 8:00pm each Saturday and Sunday.
2009 Youth Fishing Rodeo
Clarksville Parks & Recreation hosts Tree Identification class led by new City Forester
June 8, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Join us to learn more about your Clarksville Greenway! The Clarksville Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Tree Identification class on Saturday, June 25th, from 8:00am – 9:00am at the Clarksville Greenway, located at 1101 Pollard Road.
The class will be led by the new City Forester Bill Mitchell, who will be instructing participants about the characteristics of different trees along the Greenway.
New City Forester Bill Mitchell
