Clarksville Weekly Market Snapshot from Frazier Allen for the week of November 17th, 2013

Clarksville, TN – In her nomination hearing before the Senate Banking Committee, Janet Yellen took a balanced approach in discussing how she would conduct monetary policy, but the markets took that as “dovish.”
She gave no hint that the pace of asset purchases would be tapered anytime soon, but she also cautioned that the program could not last indefinitely. She noted that the economy is far from fully recovered and indicated that “we have farther to go” in the labor market.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for November 17th, 2013
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:Discover Scuba, School’s out – Come to the Indoor Aquatic Center, Giving on the Cumberland, Youth Dodgeball Registration, and Christmas Cookie Bake-Off.
Clarksville’s 2nd annual Handmade Holiday event sees large turnout, continues Sunday, November 17th
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, November 16th the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department put on the 2nd Annual Handmade Holidays event at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center located at Clarksville’s Liberty Park. The event kicked off at 10:00am and went until 6:00pm.
Vendors were on hand selling handmade and handcrafted holiday themed items. The event has grown from last years 40 booths to over 60 vendor booths this year.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council (EDC) to search for new Executive Director
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County, Tennessee Economic Development Council (EDC) Executive Board is pleased to announce they have initiated the search for the new EDC Executive Director.
The EDC serves as the staffing and support organization for its member entities, the Industrial Development Board (IDB), Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) and the Chamber of Commerce, and is moving forward to have the position filled by February 28th, 2014. [Read more]
Sci-Fi / Fantasy night blast off tonight at the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library
Clarksville, TN – A long time ago, in a library far, far away, the staff of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library, tired of endlessly traveling through time and the relative dimensions of space, decided to go where no library had gone before and create a program celebrating Science Fiction and Fantasy genre.
Come out Saturday night, November 16th for Sci-Fi / Fantasy night at the Library. The event runs from 6:30pm until 9:00pm. [Read more]
Clarksville Youth Dodgeball League returns for another season at the Crow Community Center
Clarksville, TN – Registration for the Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Youth Dodgeball League will take place December 2nd through December 27th!
Pre-registration is required and participants can register at the Parks and Recreation Main office as well as online at recpro.cityofclarksville.com. [Read more]
Customs House Museum opens “Becoming Clarksville: Celebrating Legacies of Leadership” in the newly remodeled Clarksville Jaycee’s Heritage Hall
Clarksville, TN – On Tuesday, the Customs House Museum cut the ribbon on its newest permanent exhibit, “Becoming Clarksville: Honoring Legacies of Leadership.”
Through the prism of leadership, the exhibit explores the history of Clarksville and Montgomery County, focusing on the stories of individuals who helped shape the city, featuring unique interactive and video elements. Becoming Clarksville also serves as a legacy for the Clarksville Jaycees, remembering its history and contributions to the people of Clarksville.

Evans Harvill and Wayne Wilkerson cut the ribbon opening the Becoming Clarksville: Celebrating Legacies of Leadership Exhibit
Clarksville’s 2nd annual Handmade Holidays event this Saturday and Sunday
Clarksville, TN – If your looking to do some early Christmas shopping then don’t miss the 2nd Annual Handmade Holidays event, Saturday, November 16th, 2013 from 10:00am to 6:00pm and Sunday, November 17th, 2013 from noon to 5:00pm at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center at Liberty Park.
Visitors can shop from 65 local artists featuring handmade and handcrafted items, enjoy door prizes, concessions and free admission!
Clarksville’s New Providence Community Policing Center to hold Job Fair Friday, November 15th
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, November 15th, 2013, from 10:00am to 1:00pm, the New Providence Community Policing Center (NPCPC) is hosting a Job Fair. There are multiple employers that will be attending this event.
Bring your résumé, photo ID, and Social Security card or birth certificate. Dress for success. Be prepared to complete job applications and to interview.
Clarksville’s Crow Community Center offers Indoor Soccer program for youth
Clarksville, TN – Registration is underway for the Crow Community Center’s Indoor Soccer program! The program kicks off January 4th!
The 8-week program is open to ages 4-12 years and will teach the fundamentals of soccer. [Read more]