First Presbyterian Church Gives $150,000 to Loaves & Fishes Campaign
September 10, 2019
Clarksville, TN – As First Presbyterian Church prepares to celebrate a bicentennial year in 2022, they have dedicated 50 cents of every dollar they raise in a three-year Campaign to seed the Loaves & Fishes plan for expansion in a completely new facility. The first installment of this nearly half-million-dollar, three-year commitment by the church came on Sunday, September 8th, 2019 in the form of a check for $150,000.
(L-R) Jill Crow (Loaves & Fishes Capital Campaign Chair), Charles D. Keene, Tamara Long (Loaves & Fishes President), Dr. Rita Burnett (Loaves & Fishes Executive Director), Scott Giles (FPC Finance Committee Chair), Vicki Wallace, Issac Wright (Loaves & Fishes Construction Project Manager), and Joyce Norris (FPC Bicentennial Campaign Chair). Scott Giles presents a check for $150,000 to Dr. Rita Burnett. (Gary Norris)
Customs House Museum presents 6th Annual Champagne and Chocolate Fundraiser
January 16, 2015
Clarksville, TN – On Thursday, January 22nd, Champagne and Chocolate is back for its sixth installment to benefit the Customs House Museum. Doors open at 6:00pm at the Museum. Live music will be performed by 8th and Marion Jazz Combo. Don’t miss this signature event of the winter season!
Delight in the World of Beatrix Potter with “Flopsy, Mopsy & Cottontail” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, January 17th – February 7th
January 12, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Start out the new year with a delightful romp through the world of a coterie of animals which have captivated young and old alike for over a century. The tales of beloved author and illustrator Beatrix Potter take center stage at the Roxy Regional Theatre in “Flopsy, Mopsy & Cottontail” for four consecutive Saturday afternoons, January 17th – February 7th.
Join Peter Rabbit, Flopsy, Mopsy and Cottontail, when they meet Mr. McGregor, Jemima Puddle-Duck, Samuel Whiskers, Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and Mittens, Moppet and Tom Kitten, all in this wonderful, colorful revival of the Beatrix Potter classics.
Flopsy, Mopsy & Cottontail features (Top L to R) Corinne Bupp, Leslie Greene, Eli Jolley, Ryan Leyhue, Mark Sherlock and Kristina Wilson.
Scrooge Returns to the Roxy Regional Theatre in “A Christmas Carol”, December 10th – December 20th
December 9, 2014
Clarksville, TN – A holiday tradition returns to the corner of Franklin and First! John McDonald is Ebenezer Scrooge in the Roxy Regional Theatre’s production of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”, December 10th – December 20th.
Under the direction of Tom Thayer, Dickens’ classic tale of Christmases Past, Present and Future meets such holiday standards as “Deck the Halls,” “Silent Night,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” and more.
Scrooge Returns to the Roxy Regional Theatre in “A Christmas Carol”, December 10th – December 20th
Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk scheduled for December 4th, 2014
December 2, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Produced by the Downtown Clarksville Association, First Thursday Art Walk is a free, self-guided tour spanning a 5-block radius that combines visual art, live music, engaging events and more in the heart of Downtown Clarksville.
With 10+ venues, bars and businesses participating each month, the First Thursday Art Walk in Clarksville is the ultimate opportunity to savor and support local creative talent.
First Thursday Art Walk in downtown Clarksville scheduled for July 3rd.
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum December 2014 Exhibits and Activities
November 30, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is located in historic downtown Clarksville, Tennessee. Come explore an entire city block featuring large gallery spaces filled with fine art, science and history.
Some of the events in December at the Museum are: My Kingdom for a Horse, Battle of the Bulge: An Overview, Eric L Hansen: Blood Rescue, Noel Night, Miranda Herrick Book Signing, and Let’s Find: Toys..
The Horse As Muse
Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk scheduled for November 6th, 2014
November 4, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Produced by the Downtown Clarksville Association, First Thursday Art Walk is a free, self-guided tour spanning a 5-block radius that combines visual art, live music, engaging events and more in the heart of Downtown Clarksville.
With 10+ venues, bars and businesses participating each month, the First Thursday Art Walk in Clarksville is the ultimate opportunity to savor and support local creative talent.
First Thursday Art Walk in downtown Clarksville scheduled for July 3rd.
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum to hold 4th Annual Laying Low November 1st
October 17, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Laying Low is back for its fourth installment to benefit the Customs House Museum on Saturday, November 1st.
This laid-back annual fundraiser is an outdoor event celebrating the fall season.
4th Annual Laying Low to be held November 1st
Salvation Army Angel Tree
December 8, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Angle Trees still have angels on them and we need individuals, clubs, Churches and businesses to please adopt them. The dead line for turning in your Angel Tree gift is December 13th.
We have 675 families needing help with a total of 1,650 children needing gifts.
You can adopt an Angel Tress from these locations: All Wal-Mart locations; Governor Square Mall and K-Mart located in St. Bethlehem. [Read more]
Salvation Army Benefits from Comedy on the Cumberland
June 9, 2011
Stand up comedy returned to Clarksville, on Tuesday, June 7th at 7:00pm at the Roxy Regional Theatre, as F&M Bank presented “Comedy on the Cumberland”. The Clarksville Salvation Army was the beneficiary of the show. This year, Bonehead Promotions is focusing on The Clarksville Hunger Project, an awareness campaign featuring benefits for the local agencies who fight hunger in our community, because hunger is no laughing matter.
This show featured Paul Strickland, Brian Swinford, and C.J Harlow; and was hosted by local talk show host and comedian, Hank Bonecutter.
Hank Bonecutter with Brian Swinford, CJ Harlow, and Paul Strickland
