Clarksville author Toni Aleo will be at Hastings Saturday, May 18th
May 17, 2013
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, May 18th, Clarksville based author Toni Aleo will be signing print-on-demand versions of her books at Hastings from 1:00pm until 3:00pm.
Toni Aleo is a publishing dream. Toni started out as a self-published author of three hockey romances; “Trying To Score”, “Taking Shots”, and “Empty Net”, centered around the fictional Nashville Assassins hockey team.
Toni Aleo
Customs House Museum to host Carvings, Castings, and Constructions by Mike Andrews
May 10, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Hundred-year old patterns of wheels, squares, stars, and waves merge into beautiful assemblages of wood and steel. These, along side Mike Andrews’ more widely known works of art fill the Crouch gallery of the Customs House Museum on May 17th.
Artist Mike Andrews has been creating art for more than two decades out of limestone, wood, and metal. More recently, he has produced large, wall installations comprised of patterns belonging to the Clarksville Foundry.
Artist Mike Andrews has been creating art for more than two decades out of limestone, wood, and metal. Carvings, Castings, and Constructions will be on exhibit through August 31st.
First Advantage Bank launches Small Business Lending Division to meet growing Local Demand
May 9, 2013
Aggressive Bank Expands Niche Offerings in Nashville Commercial Lending Office
Nashville, TN – First Advantage Bank continues to expand its array of commercial products and services in Nashville with the launch of a small business lending division.
The group is led by local veteran business banker and SBA specialist Michael Croom and will provide SBA loans and other customized lending services for Nashville area small businesses.
SBA specialist Michael Croom
Center for Entrepreneurship established at Austin Peay State University
May 7, 2013
Clarksville, TN – For Dr. John Volker, the establishment of the new Center for Entrepreneurship at Austin Peay State University “is a dream come true.”
“My excitement knows no boundaries,” Volker, a professor in the APSU College of Business, said.
Volker will serve as director of the new center, which was officially announced during a special event May 3rd on campus.
Several APSU administrative leaders and others celebrate the monetary gifts contributed to the new Center for Entrepreneurship during a formal announcement held May 3rd in the APSU Gentry Auditorium. (Photo by Beth Liggett, APSU photographer)
Custom House Museum May 2013 Exhibits and Activities
May 6, 2013
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.
In the month of March, the Museum will feature Reflective: Only the Shadows Know: Darkroom Junkies, Traditions: TN Lives & Legacies, TN Waterways & the Amazing Maze, Archetypes: The Art of Diane Shaw, Celebrating 100 Years of the Foust Family Foundry, Sunday Family Fun: Construction Art and so much more.
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
Aspen Dental Opens New Practice in Clarksville Tennessee
May 6, 2013
Dr. Hung Tran, DDS, and Team to Offer Full-Service Dental Care, Personalized Treatment Plans
Syracuse, NY – Aspen Dental is proud to announce that a new Aspen Dental office is opening in Clarksville, TN on Thursday, May 9th. Located at 2702 Wilma Rudolph Boulevard, the practice will provide dental services that range from dentures and preventive care to general dentistry and restoration.
Dr. Hung Tran, lead dentist at the Clarksville office, received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from New York University College of Dentistry, which included a year-long fellowship in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
AspenDental to open at 2702 Wilma Rudolph Boulevard Thursday, May 9th.
APSU establishes new Center for Entrepreneurship
April 28, 2013
Clarksville, TN – With initial funding from two businesses in Tennessee, the Austin Peay State University College of Business will establish the Center for Entrepreneurship to challenge students beyond the classroom and bridge community business with future business leaders from all areas of interest.
A formal gift announcement to jumpstart the venture is planned for 11:00am, Friday, May 3rd in the Gentry Auditorium, located in the Kimbrough Building on the main campus. The public is invited to attend. [Read more]
Black Velvette rocks Rivers and Spires Festival
April 24, 2013
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday April 20th, at 5:45pm, Black Velvette set foot on the Courthouse Stage of the Rivers and Spires Festival and played in front of a large audience. From the first note of “Baggage Claim” their opening number, they had the crowd clapping and dancing in front of the stage.
Lead vocalists Anna Henderson and Tina Huff combine for a sultry sound that goes perfectly with the hot licks and edgy sounds from the band. Black Velvette commanded the stage and electrified the audience.
Black Velvette performs at the 2013 Rivers and Spires Festival.
4th Annual Mikefest benefit Festival to be held at Woodlawn May 4th
April 15, 2013
Free local benefit festival featuring live music, food and raffles.
Woodlawn, TN – Several hard-rock bands from the Nashville and Clarksville areas will perform at the fifth-annual Mikefest on Saturday, May 4th, to raise money for Sgt. Keith Hale and his family.
The outdoor event, at 3825 Old Dover Road North in Woodlawn, just south of Fort Campbell, will feature several hard-rock bands from the Nashville/Clarksville areas. [Read more]
Gateway Chamber Orchestra brings powerful Mahler work to Middle Tennessee May 5th-6th
April 15, 2013
Clarksville, TN - In 1907, the great Austrian composer Gustav Mahler had a bad year. First, he lost his job as director of the Vienna State Opera. Then, in July, his young daughter Maria died after a brief illness. While grieving this loss, Mahler was diagnosed with a terminal heart condition.
In the months that followed, the composer found solace in a book of Chinese Tang Dynasty poetry titled “The Chinese Flute.” As he read the works, translated into German, a composition slowly took shape in his head.
Gateway Chamber Orchestra
