YMCA becomes Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certification
Montgomery County, TN – The latest organization to host a Green Ribbon Cutting for becoming Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certified is the Clarksville YMCA.
Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett, Clarksville Chief of Administration Charlie Gentry and Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce Melinda Shepard were there to congratulate the Clarksville YMCA for their work.
Clarksville YMCA Green Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
Young Professionals Network hosted Handbags for Hope
Clarksville, TN – The Young Professionals Network (YPN) of the Clarksville Association of Realtors (CAR) hosted the second Handbags for Hope charity event, benefiting Urban Ministries’ The SafeHouse, on Saturday, August 15th raising $51,067.
Handbags for Hope was held at the Riverview Inn located at 50 College Street.
Young Professionals Network presents a check for $51,067 to Urban Ministries’ The SafeHouse.
Acuff Circle of Excellence seeking nominations for Ovation Awards
Clarksville, TN – The coveted Acuff Circle of Excellence Ovation Awards in the arts will be presented March 6th, 2016, but nominations already are being sought.
The Circle, a non-profit organization affiliated with the Austin Peay State University Foundation, is a patron society of the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts. The awards have been presented since 1996.
The nominees must have made significant contributions to the artistic and cultural life of the Clarksville-Montgomery County community. Anyone can submit nominations. Nominations will be accepted now through Wednesday, January 20th, 2016 [Read more]
Calling All Prospective Cratchit Children: Auditions for “A Christmas Carol” at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Monday, November 2nd
Clarksville, TN – Local youth will have the opportunity to work alongside professional actors in “A Christmas Carol” when the Roxy Regional Theatre holds auditions for the Cratchit children on Monday, November 2nd, at 5:00pm.
The Roxy will be selecting multiple casts of the Cratchit children (Martha, Peter, Belinda and Tiny Tim), so children need not be able to participate in all performances, but they may need to miss some school in order to participate in weekday matinees for school groups.
Cratchit Children Auditions for “A Christmas Carol” at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Monday.
Quality Inn becomes Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certified
Montgomery County, TN – The Quality Inn at Exit 4 celebrated their Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certification this week with a green ribbon cutting.
Montgomery County Chief of Staff, Jeff Truitt, Clarksville Chief of Administration, Charlie Gentry, and Clarksville Chamber Executive Director, Melinda Shepherd, were there to celebrate Quality Inn’s commitment to the community. Hotel owners David and Susan Berck were also in attendance.
Exit 4 Quality Inn Green Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
Penn Station East Coast Subs opens in Clarksville in November
Fast-casual sandwich chain to debut in Clarksville
Clarksville, TN – Penn Station East Coast Subs, the fast-casual restaurant known for its fresh grilled, made-to-order sub sandwiches, hand-squeezed lemonade and fresh-cut fries, will open its first location in Clarksville next month at 110 Needmore Road.
Cincinnati-based Penn Station East Coast Subs features grilled sub sandwiches – including the chain’s renowned Philadelphia cheesesteak sandwich – and cold deli sandwiches made to order with high-quality ingredients on hearth-baked bread.
Austin Peay State University business fraternity makes pledge toward endowed scholarship
Clarksville, TN – The national Alpha Kappa Psi (AKPsi) business fraternity turned 111-years-old earlier this month, and to commemorate the birthday, members of Austin Peay State University’s award-winning Zeta Phi Chapter decided to fund an endowed scholarship in honor of the organization’s longevity.
Chapter officers present APSU President Dr. Alisa White with a check.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s safe trick-or-treating “One Frightful Night” to be held Saturday in Downtown Clarksville
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department, Altra Federal Credit Union and the downtown businesses have combined forces for this year’s One Frightful Night, also known as Fright on Franklin on Saturday, October 31st from 3:00pm to 6:00pm.
One Frightful Night is a free, family-friendly event featuring safe trick-or-treating, costume contests, and much more in Historic Downtown Clarksville! Follow the screams (of delight) to an afternoon of frightening-ly fun Halloween-themed activities.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to hold Adaptive Swim Day at the Indoor Aquatic Center Friday, October 30th
Clarksville, TN – The Indoor Aquatic Center, located at 166 Cunningham Lane, invites children and adults with mental or physical disabilities to Adaptive Swim Day on Friday, October 30th from 10:00am to 12:00pm.
Learn more about our Adaptive Swim Lessons, become familiar with the pool and meet our instructors. Swimmers will have the opportunity to get in the water, access the Wibits, and enjoy crafts and refreshments.
The Indoor Aquatic Center at New Providence.
APSU Philosophy Club presents November 4th debate on the existence of God
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Philosophy Club, in partnership with Students for Secular Humanist, will present a debate on the presence of a higher power in society titled, “Does God Exist: A Debate Between Dr. John Ferrer and Mr. Matt Dillahunty.”
The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held Wednesday, November 4th at 7:00pm in the Clement Auditorium on the University campus. [Read more]
