The History of Renfroe Station on the Red River, 1780 – Part 1
Clarksville, TN – Have you heard the story of the first frontier settlement on the Red River?
Many times the history beneath our feet here in Montgomery County is not in the forefront of our minds. It can be easily forgotten that the many places we live, shop, or work every day contain stories from multiple historical periods of Tennessee. In this case, it is the history of westward expansion and the Indian Wars of the 18th century.
People may wonder why these stories matter. Many of us were at one time young students who felt history class was incredibly boring and even called it our least favorite subject. Yet, in truth, it is those who devote some time to the subject in depth who are a very fortunate group of people. They gain insights and knowledge; they increase their wisdom.
The Red River, Clarksville, Tennessee
Rivers and Spires Announces 2017 Festival Headliners
Clarksville, TN –The Rivers and Spires Festival announces its headline entertainment for the 2017 festival, April 20th-22nd in downtown Clarksville.
Award-winning country duo Montgomery Gentry will perform on the Public Square Stage on Saturday, April 22nd at 8:30pm.
From “Hillbilly Shoes” to “Headlights,” Montgomery Gentry has become one of the most identifiable duos in the history of country music—as much for their outlaw-meets-gentleman sensibilities, their yin and yang personalities and their intensely energetic live performances as that balance of voices that gives their brand of country an edge or their version of Southern rock a softer place to fall.
Montgomery Gentry to headline the 2017 Rivers and Spires Festival.
Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk to take place January 5th, 2017
Clarksville, TN – Produced by The Downtown Clarksville Association, First Thursday Art Walk is a free, self-guided tour spanning a 5-block radius that combines visual art, live music, engaging events and more in the heart of Downtown Clarksville.
With 10+ venues, bars and businesses participating each month, the First Thursday Art Walk in Clarksville is the ultimate opportunity to savor and support local creative talent.
First Thursday Art Walk in downtown Clarksville
Customs House Museum January 2017 Exhibits and Activities
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 January at the Museum are: Cut: An Invitational Exhibition, Christmas Town, Portraits of David Iacovazzi‐Pau, Slave and Slaveholders of Wessyngton Plantation, and Utility & Beauty: The Glass of Emmanuel Studio.
Slave and Slaveholders of Wessyngton Plantation
Dunbar Cave State Park to hold First Day Hike on January 1st, 2017
Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Park located at 401 Old Dunbar Cave Road will hold a First Day Hike on January 1st, 2017. Come out and join them on their first hike of the year! The hike will start at 8:30am and end around 9:30am.
They will walk the 1 mile Short Loop Trail and see if any animals are out and stirring. This is a moderate hike so wear good walking shoes. It is suitable for all ages.
Everyone will meet up at the Dunbar Cave Visitor Center.
Dunbar Cave State Park Visitor Center.
Tickets on sale now for Clarksville’s fifth annual Chocolate Affair
Clarksville, TN – Join Clarksville Parks and Recreation for this year’s Chocolate Affair on Saturday, February 4th, 2017 at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center located at 1190 Cumberland Drive. The event will feature sweet and savory samples from over 20 local and national businesses.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library Teen Program returns
Clarksville, TN – The Teen Program is back at the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library! On December 22nd and 29th, from 5:00pm-6:30pm, the library is hosting Teen Board Game Night in the small meeting room. Teens are encouraged to bring their favorite games and a friend.
On January 7th, 2017, the Teen Anime Club returns with a movie showing of “The Boy and the Beast.” The movie will be shown in the large meeting room at 2:00pm.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library
Clarksville Civil War Roundtable’s next meeting is December 21st, 2016
The 152nd Meeting
Clarksville, TN – The next meeting of the Clarksville (TN) Civil War Roundtable will be on Wednesday, December 21st, 2016 at the Bone & Joint Center, 980 Professional Park Drive, right across the street from Tennova Healthcare. This is just off Dunlop Lane and Holiday Drive and only a few minutes east of Governor’s Square mall.
The meeting begins at 7:00 pm and is always open to the public. Members please bring a friend or two – new recruits are always welcomed.
Topic: “General William T. Sherman”
General William T. Sherman
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for December 18, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.
This weeks highlights include: Christmas on the Cumberland, New Providence Pool, New Year’s Eve Splash and the Chocolate Affair.
Clarksville’s Christmas on the Cumberland.
Celebrate the Season with Handel’s Messiah Community Sing at Madison Street United Methodist Church
Clarksville, TN – Nothing ushers in Christmas like the music of George Frideric Handel’s The Messiah, prophetic scripture of the promised One set to music in 1741.
And though the composition was originally performed for Easter in 1742, the music has become a steadfast Christmas tradition for symphonies and choirs around the globe.
