Original William Stafford “The Land Between the Rivers” Poem discovered in APSU Woodward Library
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – On a Wednesday morning in April, Kentucky journalist and author Carol Niswonger was busy combing through the archives at Austin Peay State University’s Woodward Library, conducting research for her new book on Land Between The Lakes, when she discovered something a bit unusual. Tucked away in a thin, manila folder was a short, hand-written poem titled “The Land Between the Rivers.”
“When I started to read it, I said, ‘that’s it perfectly,’” Niswonger said. “The poem, it epitomized the feelings of that area. It had such an emotional attachment to the land and the surroundings. I thought the poet was someone who lived there.”
An original, handwritten poem, “The Land Between the Rivers,” by the late poet William Stafford was recently discovered in the APSU Woodward Library. (Photo by Beth Liggett/APSU staff)
Beachaven Winery’s Jazz on the Lawn Memorial Day Weekend with the Sunburners
Clarksville, TN – Come out this weekend to Jazz on the Lawn at Beachaven Winery featuring the Sunburners on Saturday, May 26th 2012. The music starts at 6:30pm and goes until 9:30pm. It is normally a good idea to arrive early to get one of the good viewing spots on the lawn.
The Memorial Day Weekend concert will feature The Sunburners, an island party band out of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
The Sunburners
Roxy Regional Theatre brings ’80s Tunes to life with the Musical Comedy “The Wedding Singer” Opening this Friday, May 25th, at 8:00pm
Clarksville, TN – Starting May 25th, let the Roxy Regional Theatre’s “The Wedding Singer” take you back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up, and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room.
It’s 1985, and rock-star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. He’s the life of the party, until his own fiancée leaves him at the altar. Shot through the heart, Robbie makes every wedding as disastrous as his own. [Read more]
Fabric Outlet is open and ready to serve your needs
Clarksville, TN – “I’m so glad that you did not close!” is a common exclamation these days as customers arrive at Fabric Outlet, the not-to-be-missed purple building at 211 Holiday Drive in Clarksville. Current owners Rose Pollard and Joyce Turner rescued the business when the former owners decided they wanted to sell.
The announcement that “We’re going out of business!” was greeted by one customer with “But what will Clarksville do? What will the nation do!” as she couldn’t stand the thought of not being able to buy upholstery and drapery fabrics locally. When Rose and Joyce considered that alternative, they decided the only answer was to keep Fabric Outlet open and improve its offerings.
Fabric Outlet Owners Rose Pollard and Joyce Turner
Smithfield Manufacturing Inc. becomes Green Certified
Montgomery County, TN – The newest business to host a Green Ribbon Cutting for becoming Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certified is family owned and operated Smithfield Manufacturing, Inc. on Kraft Street.
Smithfield Manufacturing Inc. Green Ribbon Cutting.
Clarksville Area Ministerial Association Luncheon
Hilldale United Methodist Church
Written by Richard Garrett
Clarksville, TN – On May 17th, 2012 the Clarksville Area Ministerial Association (CAMA) held its final luncheon meeting until fall. After prayer and a hearty meal prepared by Hilldale UMC volunteers, the meeting began with a treasurer’s report and updates about the new officers for CAMA that will begin their appointed roles concluding the summer break.
CMCSS System Director Mike Harris speaks at the luncheon.
The Weekly Market Snapshot from Frazier Allen for the week of May 20th, 2012
Market Commentary by Scott J. Brown, Ph.D., Chief Economist
Scott J. Brown Ph.D., Chief Economist Raymond James Investment Services
The economic data were mixed, but mostly on the soft side of expectations. Retail sales were a bit weaker than expected in April. Industrial production improved, but partly reflected a surge in the output of utilities (more normal weather). Residential construction figures showed a moderate trend of improvement (from very low levels) in single-family homebuilding.
The minutes of the April 24th-25th monetary policy meeting showed that Fed officials were worried about the downside risks to growth from Europe and the potential for significantly tighter fiscal policy in the U.S. Fed officials were open to doing more (QE3), but only if the economic recovery were to lose momentum or downside risks intensified.
Greece was unable to form a coalition to run the government and so will have another set of elections on June 17th. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Events for the week of May 20th, 2012
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:
- *NEW* Summer Night Lights
- Yoga in the Park
- Self-Defense Class
- Friends of the Blueway
- Private Pool Rentals
- Get your pool pass today!
- Movies in the Park
Clarksville’s Liberty Park opened Friday
Clarksville, TN – Liberty Park opened yesterday morning at dawn and Clarksvillians were ready and waiting for the opening of the park areas of the new Clarksville Marina.
Fishermen were the first on hand. They had been eying the pond for months looking forward for the chance to be one of the first anglers to try their luck there. By 10:00am around 20 anglers had staked out their positions around the banks.
Some young fishermen getting ready to try their luck at the Liberty Park pond.
Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam Awards $120,000 Trails Program Grant to the City of Clarksville
Five Additional Recreational Trails Program Grants Announced
Nashville, TN – Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam and Environment and Conservation Commissioner Bob Martineau today awarded an additional $547,000 in grants for recreational trail projects across Tennessee. $120,000 was awarded to the City of Clarksville to connect Mary’s Oak Trail Head and the 101st Pedestrian Bridge through Heritage Park.
“These grants help local governments and organizations improve amenities such as trails, greenways and recreational facilities that contribute so much to a better community and quality of life,” Haslam said. “The grants will help make Tennessee’s incredible natural beauty and outdoors more accessible to Tennesseans.” [Read more]
