APSU ROTC cadets to compete at Xavier in run-up to Sandhurst
Clarksville, TN – Last October, the Austin Peay State University (APSU) ROTC Ranger Challenge team dominated at the Bold Warrior Challenge at Fort Knox, Kentucky.
Austin Peay State University ROTC cadet Jasmine Barrios, right, is competing at Xavier this weekend. (APSU)
APSU Art student Jalondra Townsend presents senior show February 24th-28th
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) art student Jalondra Townsend will present her senior show, “Inspiriative – verb,” February 24th-28th, 2020 in the APSU Art + Design Building’s student gallery. An opening reception will take place from 5:00pm-6:00pm on February 24th in the Art + Design Building.
Art student Jalondra Townsend will present her senior show, “Inspiriative – verb,” in the Austin Peay State University Art + Design Building’s student gallery on February 24th-28th. (APSU)
Altra Federal Credit Union to hold Home Buying After Hours, March 10th
Clarksville, TN – On Tuesday, March 10th, 2020, Altra Federal Credit Union will host a free Home Buying After Hours Mixer from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at Old Glory Distillery 451 Alfred Thun Road, Clarksville, TN 37040.
“This event will provide attendees the opportunity to get their questions answered by experts in a casual environment without having to sit through a lengthy seminar,” said Scott Ulik, AVP, Real Estate Sales for Altra Federal Credit Union.
Altra Federal Credit Union to host Home Buying After Hours Mixer at Old Glory Distillery, March 10th.
Heartwarming Romantic Comedy “Dancing Lessons” plays the Roxy Regional Theatre’s theotherspace, February 17th-25th
Clarksville, TN – Two lonely individuals find a connection through dance in the latest offering upstairs in the Roxy Regional Theatre’s theotherspace.
Starring Ian Alexander Erbe and Emma Jordan, the heartwarming romantic comedy “Dancing Lessons” plays the 50-seat black-box theatre located upstairs at the Roxy for four evenings only, February 17th through February 25th.
Written by Mark St. Germain and directed by Ryan Bowie, “Dancing Lessons” centers on Ever, a socially awkward young man with Asperger’s syndrome, who seeks the instruction of a Broadway dancer, Senga, to learn enough dancing to survive an awards dinner.
Ian Alexander Erbe and Emma Jordan star in “Dancing Lessons” in the Roxy Regional Theatre’s theotherspace, February 17th-25th.
Mayor’s Youth Council accepting applications
Clarksville, TN – Are you a junior or senior high school student who is interested in the political system? Do you want to work directly with the Mayor and City officials as a representative of City youth? If so, the Mayor’s Youth Council is accepting applications now through April 15th, 2020.
The Youth Council provides an opportunity for Clarksville teens to acquire greater knowledge and appreciation for the political system through interaction.
Participants will represent the community’s youth and directly engage with the Mayor and City officials through the course of the program.
The Mayor’s Youth Council conducted a book drive last year as a service project, collecting 1,012 books to donate to several Clarksville-Montgomery County elementary schools.
Austin Peay State University’s CECA, CMCSS partner to boost creativity in Local Schoolchildren
Clarksville, TN – On February 6th, 2020, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts teaching artist Cissy Whipp captured the attention of more than 20 West Creek Middle School students.
West Creek Middle students laugh as they try to choreograph a dance. (APSU)
Austin Peay State University presents basketball-focused ‘Spectacle’ exhibit in time for March Madness
Clarksville, TN – The New Gallery at Austin Peay State University, with support from The APSU Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts and the Department of Art + Design, is pleased to present Spectacle to continue an exciting 2019-2020 exhibition season.
Austin Peay State University “Spectacle” exhibit opens Monday, February 4th. (APSU)
Gateway Chamber Orchestra to hold second annual America’s Haydn Festival in April
Clarksville, TN – On Thursday, April 2nd, through Sunday, April 5th, 2020 the Gateway Chamber Orchestra will host the second annual America’s Haydn Festival. Tickets are on sale now for the festival honoring the famed composer Franz Joseph Haydn.
APSU summer coding camps expand for middle, high schoolers
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) is expanding the number of summer coding camps this year that serve students in sixth, seventh and eighth grades to meet a high demand from middle schoolers interested in computer programming. APSU also is expanding its game development camps for high schoolers.
Austin Peay State University Summer Coding Camp group. (APSU)
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Surrender of Clarksville event to be held at Fort Defiance
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, February 22nd, 2020, the Fort Defiance Interpretive Center will be hosting a living history event from 10:00am to 3:00pm to commemorate the surrender of Fort Defiance to Union soldiers in 1862.
The surrender of Clarksville was a significant event in Civil War history, opening the South to Union forces and the capture of Nashville. Uniformed soldiers will provide living history and cannon firing demonstrations. Visitors are invited to tour the permanent exhibit and view the film, “Crossroads of Change.”
Surrender of Clarksville to feature Uniformed Soldiers provide Living History and Cannon Firing Demonstrations at Fort Defiance.
