APSU’s SGI and Tennessee State Parks set “good fire” at Dunbar Cave
Clarksville, TN – On a clear October afternoon, 15 acres of restored native prairie at Dunbar Cave State Park in Clarksville, Tennessee, went up in flames. Smoke lifted high over city streets and neighborhoods, while community volunteers and officials with the Tennessee Division of Natural Areas cheered on a well-planned prescribed fire to help promote and enhance native prairie species.
The restored native prairie before the fire. (APSU)
APSU’s Candlelight Ball to return next May
Clarksville, TN – Last spring, the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic caused Austin Peay State University (APSU) to cancel its premier social event, the Candlelight Ball, for the first time in 36 years.
The ball, which raises money for vital student scholarships, is set to return next spring, and organizers are working to keep the annual celebration from suffering another disruption.
The 2019 (pre-COVID-19 pandemic) Austin Peay State University Candlelight Ball. (APSU)
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department to hold final Movies in the Park for 2020 on October 24th
Guests are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, October 24th, 2020, the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s Movies in the Park presented by Kyrstin Frate with Keller Williams will take place for the final time of 2020 at Liberty Park Athletic Field.
Disney’s 2019 release “The Lion King” will be the movie, and activities will begin at 4:00pm, followed by the movie at sunset, which is around 6:15pm.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s Movies in the Park to show “The Lion King” this Saturday Liberty Park Athletic Field.
Cirque Italia is coming to Clarksville
Clarksville, TN – Have you ever wanted to travel the world? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical trip around the globe.
Can you guess where our final destination will be? Trust us Clarksville Tennessee this is one adventure you cannot afford to miss! And it’ll only be here for one weekend!
APSU adding downtown parking options for public
Clarksville, TN – In an effort to meet public demand for Downtown Clarksville parking, the Austin Peay State University (APSU) Parking Office has opened parking lots at Fourth and Main streets for public use.
Austin Peay State University parking map for losts 28, 29 and 30. (APSU)
Austin Peay State University Foundation launches Feed a Gov program, providing free meals for students in need
Clarksville, TN – This fall, the Austin Peay State University (APSU) Foundation is using a Tennessee Community CARES Program grant to offer free hot meals to students in need.
APSU students turn professor’s short story collection into audio book
Clarksville, TN – An Austin Peay State University (APSU) fiction writer has teamed up with the APSU Department of Theatre and Dance on an audiobook project that will help raise money for deserving students.
Austin Peay State University professor of languages and literature Barry Kitterman. (APSU)
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Halloween Event at Fort Defiance
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, October 30th, 2020, prepare yourself for haunting historical tales of woe and terror! Fort Defiance will be hosting their annual Halloween at the Fort from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. The event is recommended for ages 8 and over.
Visitors are invited to gather around the bonfire and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while listening to local ghost stories.
“Clarksville and the surrounding areas have a rich history of Native Americans, the Civil War, and more,” said William Parker, the Historical Interpreter at Fort Defiance.
A bonfire and ghost stories highlight Halloween at Fort Defiance.
Austin Peay State University students’ video about the 24 Hours Animation Contest goes viral on TikTok
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) animation students made it as finalists in a 24 Hours Animation Contest then earned more than 2 million views on a behind-the-scenes TikTok video.
A screen capture from the team’s 24 hours video. (APSU)
APSU Homecoming rescheduled for Sunday, March 21st, 2021
Clarksville, TN – During the Austin Peay State University (APSU) virtual “Remembering Homecoming” event earlier this month, celebrating what would have been the University’s Fall Homecoming 2020, APSU officials announced a new Homecoming date of Sunday, March 21st, 2021.
The 2019 (pre-COVID-19) Austin Peay State University Homecoming Football game. (APSU)
