Custom House Museum’s Flying High unveils Signature Artwork, Kitty Harvill’s Painting “Peg’s Pony”
Clarksville, TN – Every year for Flying High, the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center’s largest fundraising gala, one local artist is commissioned to be the “Signature Artist” to produce a unique and original work of art to be sold as the highlight of the event’s live auction.
This year, recently-returned Clarksvillian Kitty Harvill has provided an emotionally-charged watercolor that makes a lasting impression, while also paying homage to her mother’s legacy with the Museum.
Executive Director Frank Lott stands with the Flying High 2022 Signature Artwork, artist Kitty Harvill and husband, Christoph.
Downtown @ Sundown to rock Clarksville with Absolute Queen, July 1st
Montgomery County, TN – This Friday, July 1st, 2022 Downtown @ Sundown will feature Absolute Queen!
Beginning at 7:00pm, acoustic opener Wesley Beeler will take the stage. Wesley has played at numerous local venues and we are excited to welcome him to Downtown Commons!
Following Wesley, Absolute Queen will take the crowd back to the pop and rock of the ‘70s. Absolute Queen has spent hundreds of hours in the studio studying Queen’s many-layered harmony vocals and instrumentation to bring you the most authentic-sounding Queen Live experience.
City of Clarksville to hold Independence Day celebration on July 3rd
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville will present its annual Independence Day Celebration on Sunday, July 3rd, 2022 at Liberty Park. The free event will include a live concert, activities, and a fireworks show. This year’s fireworks display is co-sponsored by the City of Clarksville and Montgomery County.
Liberty Park will open at 5:00pm with activities and music beginning at 6:30pm. Seating will be available throughout the park, and the concert will be on the Great Lawn near the Wilma Rudolph Event Center.
Clarksville’s annual celebration includes music, fireworks and activities at Liberty Park.
Neil Simon’s romantic comedy “The Star-Spangled Girl” plays the Roxy Regional Theatre, July 8th-23rd
Clarksville, TN – Romance and politics blend hilariously together in Neil Simon’s “The Star-Spangled Girl”, opening at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Friday, July 8th, 2022 at 8:00pm.
Set in San Francisco in the 1960s, this fast-moving, hilarious comedy concerns two earnest young men struggling to put out a “protest” magazine from their apartment — and the all-American girl who moves in next door, sending both of them into a romantic tailspin.
Matthew Combs, Sara Anderson and Derek Alexander star in “The Star-Spangled Girl” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, July 8th-23rd.
Barracuda performance lifts the Heart of Downtown Clarksville
Montgomery County, TN – Downtown Clarksville came alive Friday night as Barracuda America’s Heart Tribute took the stage at Downtown @ Sundown.
“Tonight we have the Heart tribute band Barracuda. This is actually their time trying to come out to the Downtown Commons. We had a COVID year. We had a rainout. So this is our third attempt at getting Barracuda out here, stated Elizabeth Quinton Downtown Commons event planning manager. “They are super excited. They are from Nashville.”
Downtown @ Sundown featuring Barracuda, America’s Heart Tribute Band. (Mark Haynes, Clarksville Online)
Downtown @ Sundown this Friday showcases Barracuda
Montgomery County, TN – This Friday, June 17th, 2022 Downtown @ Sundown will feature America’s Heart Tribute Band, Barracuda! Beginning at 7:00pm Nashville acoustic artist, Kelsey Nord will open the concert offering the crowd a mix of music through the years.
Following Kelsey, Barracuda will take the stage! Barracuda is known for their monster vocals and unceasing stellar performances which has created a solid foundation for this fabulous tribute to Heart. No fan will be left disappointed as Barracuda recreates their top songs from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s!
Big Fish reeled in at Montgomery County Fishing Rodeo
Clarksville, TN – It was partly sunny, and warm with a slight breeze Saturday morning, perfect weather for the Montgomery County Fishing Rodeo hosted by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA).
The event was for children 5 to 15 years old and took place at the Liberty Park Pond.
2022 Montgomery County Fishing Rodeo. (Mark Haynes, Clarksville Online)
Historic Collinsville now has Daily Guilded Tours available
Clarksville, TN – A visit to Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement can now include a guided tour. At no additional cost, visitors can register for a guided tour each Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Tours begin at 1:00pm and require reservations. Daily groups are limited to eight individuals. Tours will not be available on special event days.
Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement
Cumberland Winds Ensembles in Recital at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Saturday, June 25th
Clarksville, TN – While many are familiar with their full band performances, the Cumberland Winds will feature the fine musicians from our community who make up the group during a recital at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Saturday, June 25th, 2022, at 7:00pm.
Featuring soloists and small ensembles performing varied styles and types of music in the intimate setting of Clarksville’s oldest professional theatre, the evening will include special recital performances by the Cumberland Winds Flute Trio, the Cumberland Winds Trumpet Quintet, and the Cumberland Winds Saxophone Quartet, as well as a selection featuring a trombone duet and solo performances by select Cumberland Winds brass and woodwind players.
Taco John’s opens in Clarksville
Clarksville, TN – The wait is over Clarksville, Taco John’s opened Tuesday, May 31st, 2022, and held a grand opening celebration. The event included Austin Peay State University Cheerleaders and the Governors Mascot.
The first 100 guests received a golden ticket valid for a FREE small Potato Oles® for a year. The ticket is redeemable for one FREE small order of Potato Olés every week for one year.
Taco John’s is located on Riverside Drive in Clarksville. (Mark Haynes, Clarksville Online)
