New Year’s Eve Splash tonight at Clarksville’s Indoor Aquatic Center
December 31, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Come out tonight and bring in the New Year in a splashing way! Visit the Indoor Aquatic Center at New Providence this New Year’s Eve for the 3rd annual New Year’s Eve Splash!
The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a New Year’s Eve pool party from 8:30pm to 12:30am on Tuesday, December 31st, 2013.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for December 29th, 2013
December 28, 2013
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: Indoor Aquatic Center to host New Year’s Eve Bash, Indoor Aquatic Center Open Extended Hours, Walk with Me Tennessee Program, and Indoor Aquatic Center hosts Special Needs Nights.
Celebrate the New Year at Clarksville’s Indoor Aquatic Center
December 27, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Bring in the New Year in a splashing way! Visit the Indoor Aquatic Center at New Providence this New Year’s Eve for the 3rd annual New Year’s Eve Splash!
The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a New Year’s Eve pool party from 8:30pm to 12:30am on Monday, December 31st.
Fort Defiance Interpretive Center to hold Christmas in Occupied Clarksville December 15th
December 10, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Come to the Fort Defiance Interpretive Center Sunday, December 15th, 2013 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, to experience the holidays as soldiers and civilians did in the 1860s.
Visitors to the event will be able to step back in time and see period decorations, visit with a nineteenth century Santa, and enjoy eggnog, cakes and caroling.
Clarksville Christmas Tree lighting Ceremony
December 9, 2013
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday the City of Clarksville held the official lighting of the city’s Christmas tree on public square. Normally the lighting is held in conjunction with the city’s Christmas parade, however with inclement weather forcing the cancellation of the Christmas parade, that was not possible this year.
Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan officiated short ceremony before lighting the city’s tree Santa and Mrs. Claus.
The Lighting of the City of Clarksville’s Christmas Tree
Deadline for Clarksville’s 54th Annual Christmas Parade is quickly approaching
December 3, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville and Montgomery County Government have partnered along with Agero to host the 54th Annual Christmas Parade. The parade, a night-time, lighted Christmas parade, is scheduled for December 7th, 2013 beginning at 5:00pm in Downtown Clarksville.
The Clarksville Jaycees banner leads off the annual Christmas Parade
The Christmas parade is an event for local businesses, schools, and organizations to showcase their Christmas spirit. Don’t miss the Budweiser Clydesdales, the 101st Army Band and Grand Marshal local cancer survivor, Garrett Whipple!
A brief tree lighting ceremony will be held immediately following the parade on Public Square with Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan and on the County Square with Montgomery County Mayor Carolyn Bowers. This year’s parade theme is “Storybook Christmas”. The deadline to enter is December 5th.
Parade entry forms are available at the city’s three community centers, the Parks and Recreation office, and online at www.mcgtn.org or www.cityofclarksville.com/parade. The cost to enter is $30.00 for all entries except churches and civic groups. All entries must also be accompanied by an unwrapped new toy, non-perishable food items, or grocery store gift cards valued at $25.00. Church and civic groups need only donate item valued at $25.00 for entry.
All toys, non-perishable food items, and gift cards will be collected during parade check-in, on December 7th, and will be distributed among local charities.
For more information about the 54th Annual Christmas Parade, please contact Clarksville Parks and Recreation at 931.645.7476 or visit recpro.cityofclarksville.com.
Clarksville’s Youth Dodgeball League registration begins Monday, December 2nd, 2013
December 1, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Youth Dodgeball League registration will take place this Monday, December 2nd through December 27th!
Pre-registration is required and participants can register at the Parks and Recreation Main office as well as online at recpro.cityofclarksville.com. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
November 25, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Several of the Clarksville Parks and Recreation facilities will be closed Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th for the Thanksgiving holiday.
The Main Office, located at 104 Public Square, the Indoor Aquatic Center as well as the Kleeman, Crow and Burt-Cobb community centers will be closed in observance of the holiday but will return to normal operating hours after Friday. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s 5th Annual Fright on Franklin Street being held Saturday
October 25, 2013
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, October 26th, the 5th Annual Fright on Franklin, presented by The City of Clarksville and Altra Federal Credit Union will take place beginning at 3:00pm in Downtown Clarksville.
This free, family friendly and award winning event is for adults and kids of all ages and will feature safe trick-or-treating, a hayride, costume contests, and much more!
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Dream Chasers Group Mentoring Program Continues
October 24, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks & Recreation’s Dream Chasers Group Mentoring Program continues at the Burt-Cobb and Crow Centers! Dream Chasers is focused on helping at-risk youth, ages 13-17 in a small group atmosphere.
Small group leaders, guided by professionals, will mentor youth as they discuss dealing with negative influences that affect teens and will promote making healthy and informed decisions.
