Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for July 13th, 2014
July 13, 2014
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’s Wonder Kids Triathlon Registration Deadline, Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program, Liberty Live! concert, and Consumers Pledge Support for the Clarksville Downtown Market.
Junior Auxiliary of Clarksville is looking for new provisional members
July 12, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Are you looking to get involved in the community while making new friends and connections? Junior Auxiliary of Clarksville is looking for women for the upcoming 2014-15 Provisional Class.
To be eligible for membership in JA of Clarksville, women must be at least 21-years-old and with a residency in Montgomery County for 9 months or longer. Women interested in membership should contact Junior Auxiliary at JAofclarksville@gmail.com with their full name, age, mailing address, and phone number, no later than July 31st. [Read more]
Clarksville Civil War Roundtable’s next meeting is July 16th, 2014
July 11, 2014
Our 124th meeting.
Clarksville, TN – The next meeting of the Clarksville (TN) Civil War Roundtable will be on Wednesday, July 16th, 2014 at the Bone & Joint Center, 980 Professional Park Drive, right across the street from Gateway Medical Center. This is just off Dunlop Lane and Holiday Drive and only a few minutes east of Governor’s Square mall.
The meeting begins at 7:00pm and is always open to the public. Members please bring a friend or two – new recruits are always welcomed.
Topic: “Canada and the Civil War” [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Back to School Splash is currently full
July 11, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Due to an overwhelming response, the 2nd annual Back to School Splash has reached registration capacity.
The Back to School Splash will provide free school supplies and a fun pool party to a total of 600, upcoming Kindergarten-12th graders, at the New Providence Pool and Beachaven Pool on August 2nd, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.
2014 Clarksville Sports Festival to be held at Wilma Rudolph Event Center August 16th, 2014
July 10, 2014
Event offers Day of Sports and Athletics
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation will be hosting its fourth-annual Clarksville Sports Festival from 10:00am until 2:00pm on Saturday, August 16th, at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center located within Liberty Park at 1188 Cumberland Drive, with a variety of sports, athletic and outdoor activities for the entire family.
Clarksville Regional Airport announces Apron Improvements
July 10, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Regional Airport (KCKV) announced it has completed the bid selection for a $3.2 million apron improvements package that will greatly expand the airport’s accessibility and aircraft parking capabilities.
The improvements include a completely reconstructed apron area with two new helicopter landing pads, a new tie down area supporting 55 aircraft and structural improvements to the apron design that expand the airport’s service capabilities.
Assistant Airport Manager John Atnip Refuels an Airplane at the Clarksville Regional Airport
Clarksville’s Dunbar Cave State Park Programs for July 13th through July 19th, 2014
July 9, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Natural Area has been a State Park since 1973. The cave and its surrounding 110 acres have considerable scenic, natural and historical significance. The entrance offered shelter to prehistoric Native Americans as far back as 10,000 years.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will present many nature programs this summer. There are programs for children and adults.
Some of the upcoming events include: Fishing Equipment and Techniques, Lake Life, Wildflower Hike, Spiders, Nature Boot Camp, Morning Nature Hike, and Trees Are Terrific.
Dunbar Cave State Park – Swan Lake
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department offers Mother-Son Game Night
July 9, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department will be offering a memorable evening for mother and son couples on Thursday, July 24th.
Couples will get to build their own board game, play giant board games and enjoy a pizza and ice cream buffet.
Austin Peay State University adds solar canopy to 9th Street parking lot
July 9, 2014
Clarksville, TN – On sunny afternoons, the electric meter attached to the Austin Peay State University Hemlock Semiconductor Building won’t be breaking any speed records.
That’s because, in addition to the solar panels on the building’s roof, a new solar parking canopy in the neighboring 9th Street parking lot will feed even more of the sun’s energy into the electrical system, keeping utility costs down.
New Solar Canopy at Austin Peay’s 9th Street parking lot. (Linnea Rainey/APSU)
Clarksville’s Liberty Live Concert Series continues July 19th with performer Tina Brown
July 8, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Parks and Recreation Department introduced Liberty Live!, a new, outdoor concert series in June.
The series will continue its season with a performance by Tina Brown on Saturday, July 19th, at the Liberty Park Amphitheater, 1188 Cumberland Drive, Clarksville. Concerts begin at 6:00pm and continue until 9:00pm.
Tina Brown to perform at Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s next Liberty Live concert event.
