Clarksville No Kill event at Montgomery County Animal Control this Saturday
Saturday Event to Benefit Shelter Dogs and Cats
Clarksville, TN – Dozens of volunteers and local animal advocates have organized an outreach and fundraising event that will be held in the parking lot of Montgomery County Animal Control, 616 North Spring Street, this Saturday, June 15th between 10:00am-4:00pm.
Saturday’s event is inspired by a nationwide effort known as the National No Kill Movement, which challenges animal shelters, animal advocates and communities across the nation to do better. Per the organization’s website: The leading cause of deaths among healthy dogs and cats in the United States is due to killing in shelters.
“Here’s to Heroes” Fundraiser at Tilted Kilt in Clarksville
Clarksville, TN – Budweiser and Tilted Kilt kicked off their 3rd annual fundraising program, “Here’s to Heroes” on May 27th. The fundraiser is designed to raise money for the Folds of Honor Foundation which seeks to provide educational scholarships to family members and dependents of fallen or injured soldiers.
For a six week period, customers are given an opportunity to purchase a $1.00 or $5.00 paper dog tag to be personally customized and displayed on the pub walls.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to show the classic sports film “Rudy” at Movies in the Park this Saturday
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, June 15th, come out to the Heritage Park soccer fields and join Clarksville Parks and Recreation for this month’s Movies in the Park event, featuring the sports classic, “Rudy,” which is rated PG.
Rudy was always told he was too small to play college football. However, he is determined to beat the odds and fulfill his dream of playing for Notre Dame.
Movies in the Park to show “Rudy” Saturday, June 15th at Heritage Park
Clarksville Youth Fishing Rodeo big hit with the Kids
Clarksville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) in partnership with the Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation, Grandpa’s, Walmart, Boyles Bait, First Baptist Church, and Yellow Creek Baptist Church worked together to give the youth of Clarksville an opportunity to enjoy a day of free fishing in Liberty Park on Saturday.
The annual Youth Fishing Rodeo is held on the second Saturday in June to coincides with Tennessee’s Free Fishing Day and 16 and under Free Fishing Week. “This is the 12th year that we’ve joined together with the Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation, and all of our sponsors to bring the outdoors to young kids who may be fishing for the very first time,” said Montgomery County Wildlife Officer Dale Grandstaff. This year, there were 380 kids gathered around the fishing pond at Liberty Park to have a great time in the great outdoors!
The 2013 TWRA Youth Fishing Rodeo at Liberty Park
Clarksville’s Kenwood High School Dance Team takes Honors
Clarksville, TN – Kenwood High School Varsity 2013/2014 Dance team attended The Universal Dance Association Dance Camp this past week at UT Martin.
The dance team was awarded numerous Drill Down Ribbons for military drill & field commands, a Superior Rating on their home routine and superior ratings on all of their A B and C camp dances taught by The Universal Dance Association Staff with the head instructor from UT Knoxville where she is a member of UT’s Dance National Team.
2013 Kenwood High School Dance Team
Ashley Travis and Kylie Eastin Fundraiser at Hilltop Supermarket Saturday, June 15th
Clarksville, TN – There will be a community fundraiser for Ashley Travis and Kylie Eastin Saturday, June 15th at Hilltop Supermarket from 9:00am until 2:00pm.
The two Montgomery Central High School Cheerleaders were injured on May 16th when they crashed head on into a vehicle that had crossed into their lane. Travis is still at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN undergoing treatment.
(L to R) Ashley Travis and Kylie Eastin. A Fundraiser for these girls will be held Saturday, June 15th.
Weekly Market Snapshot from Frazier Allen for the week of June 11th, 2013
Market Commentary by Scott J. Brown, Ph.D., Chief Economist
Next week, the important economic data bunch up at the end of the week. Retail sales are likely to have been lackluster-to-moderate in May.
Industrial production figures should remain soft, reflecting general weakness in the manufacturing sector.
None of the reports is expected to suggest a removal of monetary policy accommodation anytime soon. [Read more]
Dunbar Cave State Park Programs for June 13th through June 15th, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Natural Area has been a State Park since 1973. The cave and its surrounding 110 acres have considerable scenic, natural and historical significance. The entrance offered shelter to prehistoric Native Americans as far back as 10,000 years.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will present many nature programs this summer.
Upcoming events include: Fireflies, Bats, Canoeing Under The Stars, Night Hike, Backpacking Training (Part 1) and so much more!
The Dunbar Cave State Natural Area’s Visitors Center
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to kick off Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program for youth and families this Summer
Clarksville, TN – Beat the summertime blues this year! The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department will be offering lots of great activities a part of the Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program once again this year!
Summer Night Lights is free and open to youth and families of all ages.
Hilltop Super Market to hold Community Yard Sale July 13th, 2013
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, July 13th, 2013, Hilltop Super Market will be holding a Community Yard Sale from 7:00am until 3:00pm in front of the store.
There is a $10.00 fee to participate in the yard sale paid on the day of the sale. Set up is at 6:00am (no earlier). For more details, visit the office at Hilltop Super Market. [Read more]
