Clarksville’s Summer Night Lights program begins with free 5-on-5 basketball tournaments
June 6, 2015
Clarksville, TN – It is almost time to kick off this summer’s edition of the Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program and this year we are starting off with free 5-on-5 basketball tournaments for ages 14 and older!
Anyone wishing to participate in these tournaments must be at the location no later than 5:45pm to sign up. Free food and drinks will be provided.
Blankets for Clarksville Senior Citizens
December 5, 2014
Written by Joe Pitts
Tennessee State Representative – District 67
Nashville, TN – This is the time of year when every organization seems to put out their “help needed” sign in our community. And each of these groups is worthy of our support.
I am adding another need to the list for our community. We have 20 senior citizens who are residents of the Lincoln Homes neighborhood and are in need of blankets in advance of the colder weather ahead
I am hoping, during your shopping time over the next few days, you will purchase one, two or half a dozen and make these available to a group of our senior “saints.” [Read more]
Block Party held in Lincoln Homes by LEAP and Clarksville Housing Authority
November 5, 2014
Clarksville, TN – On a crisp October Saturday LEAP organization in collaboration with the Clarksville Housing Authority hosted a Block Party in Lincoln Homes. Laughter could be heard as you approached the block party. It was coming from dozens and dozens of children enjoying free hot dogs, popcorn, and ice cream as well as playing games, jumping in the inflatables provided by A Jump’n Good Time, and live music from DJ Greedy.
LEAP Site Lead Dorlisha White spearheaded the event with the help of Martha Witherspoon of the Housing Authority.
Block Party held in Lincoln Homes by LEAP and Clarksville Housing Authority.
DreamChasers program offers brand new locations this Fall
August 28, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The DreamChasers program from Clarksville Parks and Recreation is back for another year of mentoring and fun for middle school and high school-aged members of the community.
The program has expanded from three locations to five locations!
2014 Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program ends with a scholarship announcement
August 1, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The 2014 Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program concluded on July 30 with a great gift for one lucky person.
Julia Dorsett was awarded a scholarship to attend Real Estate School by Summer Night Lights sponsor, Clarksville Real Estate Education School.
Julia Dorsett after being presented with her Scholarship
City of Clarksville presents Mayor’s Summer Night Lights
May 27, 2014
Clarksville, TN -Beat the summertime blues this year! The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department will be offering lots of great activities as part of the Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program once again this year! Summer Night Lights is free and open to youth and families of all ages.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for April 20th, 2014
April 20, 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: 50 Plus Olympics Early Bird Deadline April 25th, Volunteers needed for Mayor’s Summer Night Lights, Yoga in the Park, and Civil War Medical Display.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation seeks vendors and volunteers for Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program for youth and families this Summer
April 2, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is seeking vendors for the upcoming Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program! Summer Night Lights is a free program offered to youth and teens in the community.
The program includes activities, sports tournaments, guest speakers and food! [Read more]
APSU awarded state grant to promote health, fitness
January 23, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Thanks to a state grant awarded to Austin Peay State University, designated walking trails on campus and nutrition education sessions are in the plans to encourage a healthier lifestyle.
The Tennessee Department of Health recently awarded the Eat Well, Play More Grant, which provides $20,000 in funding, to APSU to develop a program that will help those in the area have immediate access to an environment that encourages fitness and health. [Read more]
“Govs Give Back” impacts more than 200 Clarksville families
December 5, 2011
APSU Sports Information: Austin Peay Sports
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay community flexed its muscles, Sunday, when more than 80 volunteers gathered to supply holiday groceries to the Lincoln Homes Community – a section of low-income housing adjacent to Austin Peay’s main campus – as part of the Govs Give Back.
The second-year project, spearheaded by the Austin Peay Fellowship of Christian Athletes, included volunteers from many Governors and Lady Govs sports teams through the Student Athlete Advisory Council, as well as the Baptist Student Ministry, the Church of Christ Student Ministry, UCHURCH and AQUA. [Read more]
