Seven ‘Green to Gold’ soldiers make up Austin Peay State University’s Ranger Challenge team
Austin Peay State University (APSU)
Clarksville, TN – The U.S. Military Academy at West Point recently featured Austin Peay’s ROTC Ranger Challenge team on its website ahead of the prestigious Sandhurst 2019, the world’s premier academy-level military skills competition.
In doing so, West Point officials noted Austin Peay’s team includes seven active-duty soldiers participating in the Army’s Green to Gold program.
Kylie Head, center, is one of seven ROTC cadets on Austin Peay State University’s Ranger Challenge who is in the Green to Gold program. (APSU)
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s 50 Plus Games return May 13th-18th
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department
Clarksville, TN – Adults 50 and up can register now through May 6th for Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s 50 Plus Games. The mission of the 50 Plus Games is to encourage participants to maintain an active lifestyle and continue participation in sports and recreational activities through friendly, low-impact competition.
Active adults should register for Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s 50 Plus Games before April 20th for discount.
Woodward Library, APSU Communication Department host edible book contest April 10th
Austin Peay State University (APSU)
Clarksville, TN – Fruits and vegetables don’t typically express emotion – there’s no such thing as a happy apple or sad tomato – but on April 10th, 2019 visitors to the Austin Peay State University (APSU) Woodward Library might spot an angry cluster of grapes, wearing a 1930s-era fedora, near the popular reading section.
Austin Peay State University Edible Book Contest to be held April 10th.
Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County to hold Drive-Thru Rabies Clinic
Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County
Clarksville, TN – The Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County will offer a discounted rabies vaccine drive-thru clinic on Thursday, March 28th from 10:00am-1:00pm as part of the Montgomery County Veterinary Medical Association’s March-designated Pet Health Month.
Drive-Thru Rabies Clinic to be held by the Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County on Thursday, March 28th.
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum April 2019 Exhibits and Activities
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum
Clarksville, TN – The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is located in historic downtown Clarksville, Tennessee. Come explore an entire city block featuring large gallery spaces filled with fine art, science and history.
Some of the events in March at the Museum are: Twentieth Anniversary of the Tornado, Mike Andrews: A New Vision, First Responders, 15 Over 50: A Women’s History Month Exhibition, Create a Sculpture out of Soap, Meet the Artist: Marilyn Murphy.
Dunbar Cave State Park, Port Royal State Historic Park to host Spring Hikes, March 23rd
Dunbar Cave State Park
Clarksville, TN – With warmer weather coming, Dunbar Cave State Park and Port Royal State Historic Park are hosting free guided spring hikes led by park rangers on Saturday, March 23rd, 2019.
The hikes fit every level, from short easy-to-walk trails to longer treks through more adventurous terrain, each featuring the natural settings that are so diverse across the state.
“The spring hikes are a great way to explore our parks, as well as get to know other people who share the outdoors in a group setting,” said Anne Marshall, acting deputy commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation.
Dunbar Cave State Park Visitor Center.
Moore Magnet students, APSU biology professor pair on fruit fly experiment
Austin Peay State University (APSU)
Clarksville, TN – About 90 Moore Magnet Elementary School fifth-graders buzzed in anticipation on a recent Friday morning in a Sundquist Science Center classroom at Austin Peay State University (APSU).
Austin Peay State University biology professor Dr. Mollie Cashner helps Ella Mullaney and Kayden Binkley with their flies.
APSU leadership students use science to amaze Little Govs
Austin Peay State University (APSU)
Clarksville, TN – A very excited group of Little Govs recently learned just how fun science can be thanks to a project undertaken by an Austin Peay State University (APSU) leadership class.
Austin Peay State University Leadership Students host Science Show for Little Govs Child Learning Center. (APSU)
Austin Peay State University Dance Program recognized for excellence at regional conference
Austin Peay State University (APSU)
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University (APSU) Department of Theatre and Dance attended the American College Dance Association (ACDA) South Region conference March 9th-12th, 2019 at the University of Mississippi. Both works of choreography submitted for blind adjudication were selected for inclusion in the culminating gala performance.
APSU junior dance major Alexandria Heide’s work, Limbic, was described as “powerful movement juxtaposed with softness and emotion” by one of the adjudicators.
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center announces Interim Executive Director
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
Clarksville, TN – “The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is truly a shining jewel in the crown that is Clarksville,” said former Executive Director Jim Zimmer, who retired early due to health issues shortly after fulfilling his three-year contract to the Museum.
Tina Brown named Customs House Museum and Cultural Center Interim Executive Director.
