Community Centers’ Hours to Change for Fall Break
October 9, 2010
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s three community centers will adjust their hours of operation for CMCSS Fall Break. From October 11th-15th, the community centers will be open from 10:00am to 7:00pm.
Nothing to do this Fall Break? Head over to any of our three community centers for some FUN! Crow Community Center located at 211 Richview Road will begin offering two archery classes for youth grades 4-12. A beginner class will be held from 4:00pm-5:00pm and an advanced class will be from 5:00pm-6:00pm. The four week session will begin October 7th and the cost is $10.00 per student. [Read more]
Kleeman Community Center’s Haunted Mansion adds second night this Halloween
September 30, 2010
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department will once again be transforming the Kleeman Community Center into the Kleeman Haunted Mansion this Halloween season. This year the Haunted Mansion will be spooking those 6-years and up for an additional night.
The Kleeman Haunted Mansion will be open October 22nd-23rd from 7:00pm-10:00pm. Haunted Mansion tours will be $2.00 for ages 18-years and older and will be $1.00 for ages 6-17-years.
For more details on the Kleeman Haunted Mansion, please contact the Clarksville Parks and Recreation at 931-645-7476 or visit www.cityofclarksville.com.
Don’t Miss Clarksville’s Award Winning Event – Fright on Franklin
September 29, 2010
Clarksville, TN – The 2nd Annual Fright on Franklin, presented by The City of Clarksville and Planter’s Bank, will take place, Saturday, October 30th starting at 4:00pm. This free, family friendly and award winning event is for adults and kids of all ages and will feature safe trick-or-treating, costume contests, and much more!
Fright on Franklin festivities will begin with local businesses lining Franklin Street and Downtown Clarksville where kids can trick-or-treat safely with the supervision of their parents. [Read more]
The City of Clarksville’s “Fright on Franklin” Wins Award
September 28, 2010
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Parks & Recreation Department has received the Special Events Award I for Fright on Franklin.
The Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association (TRPA) Special Events Arts & Marketing Award recognizes innovation and creativity and inspires other to develop similar programs in their own area.
The City of Clarksville recognized by Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation as a “Walk with Me Tennessee” Community
September 27, 2010
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville was recently recognized by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation as a “Walk with Me Tennessee” community for its pedestrian friendliness. The “Walk with Me Tennessee” program strives to increase awareness of alternate transportation in order to improve the health of Tennesseans, reduce environmental impacts and help citizens save money in fuel costs.
“We congratulate Clarksville for qualifying as a ‘Walk with Me Tennessee’ community,” said Gerald Parish, Acting Director of the TDEC Division of Recreation Educational Services. “This program was created to help communities maximize their existing outdoor resources and plan for future recreational infrastructure with the goal of increasing quality of life for residents.” [Read more]
Parks & Recreation’s 2010 NFL Punt, Pass & Kick Competition results
September 24, 2010
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department hosted the local division of the 2010 NFL Punt, Pass & Kick competition on September 18th at Kenwood High School Football Stadium. Boys and girls competed separately in five age divisions (6-7,8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15). The following are the first-place winners of this year’s competition:
Girls
- Ages 6-7 – Jill Casillas
- Ages 8-9 – Mackenzie Cherry
- Ages 12-13 – Alexis Mihalinec
- Ages 14-15 – Kayla Mihalinec
Boys
- Ages 8-9 – Hank Casillas
- Ages 10-11 – Kyle Mihalinec
- Ages 14-15 – Donovan Lakin
These first-place winners will move on to the Sectional Competition to be held October 9th at Baptist Sports Park in Nashville, Tennessee where they could qualify for the Team Championship Competition. The Team Championship Competition is to be held in conjunction with the Titans vs. Eagles game at LP Field.
Bark in the Park
September 22, 2010
Clarksville, TN – Happy dogs and their owners are encouraged to come to this year’s Bark in the Park on Saturday, October 16th, 2010 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at Clarksville’s Bark Park located at Heritage Park (Corner of 101st Airborne Division Parkway and Peacher’s Mill Road).
Bark in the Park, presented by Clarksville Parks & Recreation and Planter’s Bank, is a fun, family oriented event that will feature contests, beverages, food, demonstrations, dog-related vendors and services, and dogs, lots of dogs. Admission is free! [Read more]
Senior Dance at the Kleeman Community Center, this Saturday!
September 16, 2010
The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s invites those young at heart to join us at the Kleeman Community Center located at 166 Cunningham Lane for a night of dancing. Those ages 50 and up are encouraged to come ready to boogie, Saturday, September 18th from 5:00pnm-7:00pm. The dance will feature a DJ and refreshments will be provided. Admission is $2.00 at the door.
For more information on Senior events and programs, please visit us online at www.cityofclarksville.com or call 931-645-7476.
Free Bicycle Safety Checks on the Clarksville Greenway
September 16, 2010
The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department and The Bicycle Shop invites you to join us at the Clarksville Greenway located at 1101 Pollard Road, Saturday, September 18th from 7:00am to 10:00am for FREE bicycle safety checks! A member from the Clarksville Fire Department will also be on hand discussing tips on what to do in an emergency situation while on the Greenway.
For more information on the Clarksville Greenway and events, please visit us online at www.cityofclarksville.com or call 931-645-7476.
Jammin’ in the Alley Concert to feature Joel Brown – Friday, September 17th
September 16, 2010
The City of Clarksville together with U.S. Bank will soon be Jammin’ in Strawberry Alley once more. Join us on Friday, September 17th for Jammin’ in the Alley’s third year in downtown Clarksville.
This month’s free concert features the Clarksville native and local favorite, Joel Brown. He is sure to provide the perfect tunes to groove to and have a good time. With musical influences like Jack Johnson, John Mayer, Erick Clapton, and Mason Jennings, Joel is sure to get you up off your feet and moving to the music! [Read more]
