Clarksville Civil War Roundtable’s next meeting is May 15th, 2013
The 110th meeting
Clarksville, TN – The next meeting of the Clarksville (TN) Civil War Roundtable will be on Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 at the Bone & Joint Center, 980 Professional Park Drive, right across the street from Gateway Hospital. This is just off Dunlop Lane and Holiday Drive and only a few minutes east of Governor’s Square mall.
The meeting begins at 7:00pm and is always open to the public. Members please bring a friend or two – new recruits are always welcomed.
Topic: “Johnsonville, TN: The End of the Line, November 4th, 1864”
Circuit Athletics to host Alpha Project
Clarksville, TN – Circuit Athletics Announces Availability of Alpha Project. The premier conditioning seminar for young men seeking athletic scholarships
Circuit Athletics announces immediate availability of Alpha Project, a 19-day total conditioning seminar designed to empower young men to reach and compete at collegiate-level standards to increase their chance at attaining athletic scholarships.
Austin Peay State University Military Students honored with APSU Military Coin
Clarksville, TN – On Wednesday afternoon, Austin Peay State University President Tim Hall stood before a small group of about 50 students and said they were one of the main reasons he loves going to work each morning.
“It makes us proud that we get the chance to work with heroes,” he said.

APSU President Tim Hall presents graduate and veteran Darrell Sheffield with an APSU military coin. (Photo by Beth Liggett/APSU).
Customs House Museum to host Carvings, Castings, and Constructions by Mike Andrews
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.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library to participate in APSU Reading Program “The Peay Read”
Clarksville, TN – The Peay Read is APSU’s collaborative reading program that chooses one title each year to be read by incoming freshman — with the author of the book coming to campus to speak in September.
The Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library will be participating in the Peay Read this year by supplying 20 copies of this year’s title, “Saints at the River” in a display near the circulation desk. Library patrons are invited to read the book and attend the Peay Read event keynote speech by the author. [Read more]
F&M Bank Names Joe Snyder, Chief Information Officer
Clarksville, TN – Joe Snyder has been named to the position of Chief Information Officer and Senior Vice President at F&M Bank.
“Joe has over 15 years of IT experience in the financial services industry. He is a skilled IT project manager providing leadership in strategic planning, IT infrastructure design, data warehousing network administration, and inventory and operations management,” stated Sammy Stuard, President and CEO.
Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County in need of Boxes, Newspaper and other items
Clarksville, TN – The Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County has an immediate need for newspaper or medium to large sized boxes if you have any laying around your home, office or garage.
They use these items for their ink cartridge recycling program regularly.
Donating won’t cost you a dime and provides a GREAT excuse to help declutter your home, office or garage. [Read more]
First Advantage Bank launches Small Business Lending Division to meet growing Local Demand
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.
Governor’s Square Mall to host Mom and Kids Expo Saturday, May 11th
Expo to include Fashion Show, Character Appearances, Face Painting, Kids Activities and Specialty Vendors
Clarksville, TN – Governor’s Square Mall will be hosting a Mom & Kids Expo on Saturday, May 11th. The event will take place from 10:00am–6:00pm in Center Court Swag bags will be given away to the first 100 guests.
Specialty vendors including Scentsy, Stella & Dot, Origami Owl, Miche Bags and more, will be showcasing their products. Family activities will include face painting and balloon animals from 10:00am–12:00pm and character appearances from 10:00am–4:00pm. [Read more]
Montgomery County Master Gardener program Accepting Applications for Fall Class Sessions
Montgomery County, TN – The Tennessee Master Gardener Program is a volunteer service program provided by the University of Tennessee Extension.
The program serves Tennesseans with home horticulture information and recruits new volunteers for training, certification and service through the local Extension offices. [Read more]