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APSU’s English as Second Language Institute announces Spring Registration
Clarksville, TN – Language should not be a barrier for those needing to communicate in English as a second language.
Those needing to improve their English language skills are encouraged to register for six-week sessions at the English as Second Language (ESL) Institute at Austin Peay State University. Classes begin February 16th, with Wednesday mornings, Thursday evenings or Saturday mornings available. Registration ends February 13th. «Read the rest of this article»
Planters Bank Supports Northeast Middle School Robotics Team
Clarksville, TN – Representatives from Planters Bank recently presented a check to the Northeast Middle School robotics teams.
The Northeast Electric Eagles Gold First LEGO League (FLL) robotics team recently won the First Place Champion’s Award and the Blue FLL team won the Robotic Programming Award at the West Tennessee State Championship held at the University of Memphis on December 8th, 2012.
(Front row, L-R) Planters Bank VP of Business Development Joe Pitts, Scott Moore, Bailyn Dupont and Planters Bank Marketing Director Michelle Dickerson.
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APSU hosting career fair for students in STEM field
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University College of Science and Mathematics will host a career fair from 10:00am to 2:00pm on February 27th, in the Morgan University Center Ballroom.
The event will allow students to meet with regional employers to discuss career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. «Read the rest of this article»
Montgomery County recipients of Governor’s Volunteer Stars Award Winners Announced
Montgomery County, TN – Congratulations go to Alexis Mihalinec and Susan and Bobby Powers for being selected the Montgomery County recipients for the 2012 Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards.
Mihalinec, the Montgomery County Youth winner, is a 14 year old with a very giving heart. She dedicates her time to help low income families of Montgomery County that need a hand up with school supplies to help start the school year off right!
Alexis Mihalinec (left photo) and Susan and Bobby Powers (right photo) have been selected for the 2012 Governor’s Volunteer Stars Awards.
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Customs House Museum presents “Let’s Find: Patterns”
Clarksville, TN – Children 3 – 5 years old and their grown-ups are invited to explore the Custom House Museum from a child’s perspective. This month we will be looking for patterns. The first stop will be Miranda Herrick’s exhibit “Reflective.”
We will also read a story and make a craft.
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
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Zumba with Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan on February 14th
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan is inviting everyone to join her at the next “Move With The Mayor” event on February 14th, 2013.
“I am so excited that we’ll be doing a Zumba class,” said the Mayor. “I know it’s going to be high energy, great music and a lot of fun. It doesn’t matter how old you are, how fit you are or how good your rhythm is. Everyone is invited to participate.” «Read the rest of this article»
Fort Defiance Interpretive Center to commemorate the 151st Anniversary of the Surrender of Clarksville
Clarksville, TN – The Fort Defiance Interpretive Center, located at 120 Duncan Street, will host a living history weekend to commemorate the 151st anniversary of the Surrender of Clarksville, Saturday, February 16th from 10:00am to 4:00pm and Sunday, February 17th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
Fort Defiance Civil War Park & Interpretive Center
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Austin Peay State University Student Heading to Famous CERN Lab this Summer
Clarksville, TN – The tunnel, which is more than 16 miles long, is buried some 300 feet underground in the suburbs of Geneva, Switzerland. Back in 2008, a few nervous individuals worried the long, circular corridor might end up destroying the planet.
That’s because scientists planned to smash subatomic particles together in that hidden laboratory to recreate the “big bang” that spawned the universe. A handful of doomsdayers worried the researchers might instead create a miniature black hole.
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David Huddle Fiction Reading at Austin Peay State University February 12th
2012-2013 Acuff Chair of Excellence
Clarksville, TN – On Tuesday, February 12th, 2013, Austin Peay State University will have a reading by David Huddle at the Morgan University Center, room 303 at 8:00pm.
Huddle will read from his forthcoming novel, “The Faulkes Chronicle”. The reading is free and open to the public.
David Huddle
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Gateway Chamber Orchestra earning high marks for second album
Clarksville, TN – Last spring, Clarksville’s Gateway Chamber Orchestra quietly released its second album, “Chamber Symphonies,” featuring works by Romanian composer George Enescu and Austrian composers Franz Schreker and Arnold Schoenberg.
The group, made up of Austin Peay State University music faculty and other professional musicians, then took some time off for the summer break. When they returned to Clarksville last fall, the orchestra quickly set to work on one of its most ambitious seasons yet.
Gateway Chamber Orchestra – “Chamber Symphonies”
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