Immerse Yourself in Nostalgic Fun with Ken Davenport’s “The Awesome ’80s Prom” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, June 17th – July 9th
Clarksville, TN – Get ready to party like it’s 1989! Step back in time, join the breakdance circle, and participate in all the high school drama at the Roxy Regional Theatre’s production of the hit interactive musical experience “The Awesome ’80s Prom”, June 17th – July 9th.
Ken Davenport’s blast-from-the-past crowd favorite immerses the audience in the lives of characters competing for Prom King and Queen at the not-so-subtly-named Wanaget High. And, just like on “American Idol,” the audience decides who wins each night!
“The Awesome ’80s Prom” stars (Top L to R) Charles Robinson, Sarita Amani Nash, Ryan Bowie and Emily Rourke.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation and TWRA’s Youth Fishing Rodeo set for Saturday, June 11th
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation and the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency (TWRA) will be hold the annual Youth Fishing Rodeo this Saturday, June 11th, 2016.
The fishing rodeo will be held at the Liberty Park pond from 7:00am to 9:00am. Hot Dogs and Drinks will be available.
Participants can pick up a form to pre-register at Wal-Mart or Grand Pa’s Outdoors prior to the event.
This young lady caught her first fish ever at last year’s Youth Fishing Rodeo.
Jim Squires or Crockett White: Clarksville Writers’ Conference Keynote Speaker and Author of “West End” Inspires Writers
Clarksville, TN – James D. “Jim” Spires wrote West End under the pen name Crockett White. He is also author also of Read All About It: The Corporate Takeover of America’s Newspapers (Times Books, 1993), Secrets of the Hopewell Box (Random House, 1996), Bigger ‘n Texas (2013), Horse of a Different Color (2002, after his Horse Monarchos won the 2001 Kentucky Derby), and Headless Horsemen (2009).
Squires, a Nashville native, was city editor at The Tennessean, editor and executive vice-president of the Orlando Sentinel, and also at the Chicago Tribune, winning nine Pulitzer Prizes under his leadership.
Jim Squires
Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization to hold Flag Day Retirement Ceremony, June 14th
Montgomery County, TN – The Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization, in conjunction with Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4895, will be conducting the annual Flag Day ceremony beginning at 10:00am, June 14th, at VFW Post 4895, 1701 Haynes Street, Clarksville.
The public is invited to attend.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for June 5th, 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: Mayor’s Summer Night Lights programs, Swimming Pools, and Riverfest applications.
Clarksville Swimming Pools now open.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation hosts free summer fun this June and July
Clarksville, TN – Are you looking for something fun to do this summer? Trying to find ways to beat the summertime blues and boredom for youth and teens this year?
The City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation will be offering free food and summer fun for youth in the Clarksville community with the Mayor’s Summer Night Lights program.
3rd annual School Resource Officer Golf Scramble to be held July 15th, 2016
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, July 15th, 2016, the 3rd annual School Resource Officer Golf Scramble will be held on Friday, July 16th, 2016 at the Swan Lake Golf Course. This is a four man scramble with a shotgun start and pre-registration.
The entry fee is $60.00 per player. Entry fee includes Greens Fee, Cart, Lunch, Door Prizes and more. $20.00 for two Mulligans, Skirt and a Throw can be bought the morning of the scramble.
3rd annual School Resource Officer Golf Scramble
June Boom 2016 Lights Up The Clarksville Sky On June 11th
8th Year Adds Live Music to the Annual Fireworks Show
Clarksville, TN – 2016 marks the 8th year for June Boom in Clarksville, TN. In 2009, June Boom was a mere idea between Frank Caldwell and Justin Grant. Since its inception, the crowd has grown exponentially.
June Boom 2016, which is scheduled for Saturday June 11th, is expected to be bigger and better than ever!
This family-friendly event was created by Caldwell and Grant as a way to give back to the Clarksville community.
Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk to take place June 2nd, 2016
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
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum June 2016 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 November at the Museum are: Carol LeBaron: Life Source, Cumberland River – An American Legacy, Taking a Look at Cave Johnson, Landscape photography by local artist Carl Papenfuss, and Flying High Dinner & Auction.
Landscape photography by local artist Carl Papenfuss
