Jammin’ in the Alley concert series announces this summer’s Line-Up
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Parks and Recreation department is excited to announce the line-up for this summer’s Jammin’ in the Alley.
The annual summer concert series, presented by U.S. Bank, is now in its 5th season and will feature a variety of local talent. In addition to the live music, downtown restaurants will offer outdoor dining for concert-goers.
Jammin' In the alley last year with McAlister's Crossroads.
Madeline Haller named next Principal for Rossview Elementary School
Montgomery County, TN – Clarksville Montgomery County School Systems Director Mike Harris has appointed Madeline Haller as the next principal for Rossview Elementary School.
She will replace Paula Ford who is retiring this year.
Madeline Haller
7th Annual Frolic on Franklin Applications now Available
Clarksville, TN – Applications are now being accepted for booth space at the 7th annual “Frolic on Franklin: A Celebration of the Arts.” The event will be held on Saturday, September 15th from 9:00am-4:00pm in the 100-block of historic Franklin Street.
Coordinated by the Roxy Regional Theatre, the street event offers 30 vendor spaces where artists can showcase and sell fine arts and hand-crafted items, such as photography, paintings and drawings, pottery, jewelry, glass items, and more. The event also includes a variety of entertainment and kids’ activities throughout the day. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for May 8th, 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:
- Spring/Summer Recreation Guides
- Hershey’s Track and Field
- Spend an afternoon with Abraham Lincoln
- Jammin’ in the Alley
- Clarksville Downtown Market
- Sleep Under the Stars
- Pools Open May 26th
34th Annual Queen City Road Race results are in
Clarksville, TN – The results are in for the 34th Annual Queen City Road Race presented by Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department and Cumberland Bank & Trust. The 5K race, 5K relay race and non-competitive One Mile Movement took place Sunday, May 6th at Austin Peay State University.
This year’s Queen City Road Race welcomed nearly 2,000 participants!
The complete list of race times can be found by visiting recpro.cityofclarksville.com or the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Facebook page. [Read more]
APSU Psychology Student Caitlin Nelms to conduct Neuroscience Research at Vanderbilt this summer
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – On a recent afternoon, Austin Peay State University psychology student Caitlin Nelms was in the library, checking her email, when she noticed a message sitting in her junk mail folder. It had been there a few days.
When she clicked on it, the message informed her that she was the sole recipient of a prestigious summer internship offered through the Middle Tennessee Chapter of the Society of Neuroscience’s and Vanderbilt University’s Summer Science Academy.
APSU Student Caitlin Nelms is recipient of a prestigious summer internship to conduct Neuroscience Research at Vanderbilt this summer.
Clarksville Sunrise Rotary Club Welcomed Major General James C. McConville To Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Sunrise Rotary Club welcomed special speaker Commanding General of 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and Fort Campbell, Kentucky, Major General James C. McConville to this morning’s breakfast on the campus of Austin Peay State University.
The breakfast was attended by city leaders including Austin Peay State University President Tim Hall and Rotarian members from both the Clarksville Sunrise Rotary and the Clarksville Rotary clubs.
Major General James C. McConville with the Clarksville Sunrisse Rotary Club. (Photo by Steven Joseph)
High-Energy Musical “13” Explores Ups and Downs of Growing Up at the Roxy Regional Theatre beginning May 11th
Clarksville, TN – Roxy Regional School of the Arts students explore the ups and downs of growing up in the high-energy musical “13,” opening Friday, May 11th, at 6:00pm in the Roxy’s TheOtherSpace.
When his parents get divorced and he’s forced to move from New York to a small town in Indiana, thirteen-year-old Evan Goldman just wants to make friends and survive the school year. Easier said than done.
With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, “13” is about discovering that cool is where you find it, and sometimes where you least expect it. [Read more]
Annual TWRA and Clarksville Parks and Recreation Youth Fishing Rodeo
Nashville, TN – The Annual Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and Clarksville Parks and Recreation Youth Fishing Rodeo will be held Saturday, June 9th, 2012 at the Liberty Park Pond in Clarksville Tennessee.
The 2012 Free Fishing Day in Tennessee is also Saturday, June 9th when anyone in the state may fish free without a license in Tennessee’s public waters. [Read more]
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library Summer Reading Programs
Clarksville, TN – Summer Reading Registration begins on May 12th, 2012 at the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library. There will be Summer Reading Programs for all ages, even ADULTS!
Join the Summer Reading Program, it begins June 11th, 2012 through July 13th, 2012. This program is free and everyone is encouraged to participate.
The Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library is located at 350 Pageant Lane, Clarksville TN. For more information, call 931.648.8826.
