APSU Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts to hold reading event with two local authors tomorrow
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University welcomes two local authors to campus, as Andrea Spofford and Amy Wright will read excerpts of their works on Wednesday, April 1st at 4:00pm at the Morgan University Center, room 303. The event is free and open to the public.
Spofford is the author of two chapbooks, titled “Everything Combustible” and “Qikiqtagruk: Almost an Island.” Her first full-length book, “The Pine Effect,” is forthcoming from Red Paint Hill Publishing. A native Californian transplanted to the South, Spofford is poetry editor for Zone 3 Press, APSU’s literary press, and an assistant professor of English at APSU.
Austin Peay State University Creative School Of The Arts to host One-Day Creative Writing Workshops Series
Clarksville, TN – Whether you’re a young student interested in exploring creative writing or an adult learner interested in fine-tuning your craft, there will be something for everyone this spring at Austin Peay State University’s Community School of the Arts.
During the months of April and May, APSU will be hosting a number of specialized one-day writing classes and workshops aimed at helping learners grow their skills in a number of disciplines, including short stories, poetry and fantasy fiction. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Wettest Egg Hunts huge smash with the Community
Clarksville, TN – It might have been cold outside, but inside the Indoor Aquatic Center it was warm and festive Saturday, March 28th for Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s 4th annual Wettest Egg Hunts.
There were thousands of colored eggs scattered in the swimming pool and wading pool for children to jump in and get for candy and prizes.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation holds Wettest Egg Hunts at the Indoor Aquatic Center.
Planters Bank to show Pen and Ink Drawings “Simple Tennessee Pleasures” by Janet Felts
Clarksville, TN – The Planters Bank-Hilldale Gallery will feature “Pen & Ink Drawings” showing simple pleasures in Tennessee by native Clarksvillian Janet Jones Felts from Thursday, April 2nd – Wednesday, May 6th.
Felts’ realistic reflections on life are revealed in the exhibit’s 12 black and white drawings. The display features three large drawings that reflect a youth’s investigations on the farm. Her drawings invite you to rediscover wooden scenes and country roads, along with other forgotten adventures.
Artwork by Janet Jones Felts.
City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department gears up for annual Spring Eggstravaganza
Clarksville, TN – The annual Spring Eggstravanganza has been scheduled for April 4th at Heritage Park Sports Complex, located at 1241 Peachers Mill Road.
The fun kicks off at 1:00pm with free activities for children followed by the hunting of over 20,000 candy and prize-filled eggs.
Cunningham Volunteer Fire Department’s Easter Egg Hunt a hit with the Kids
Cunningham, TN – Despite the cold weather, over 100 kids attended the Cunningham Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt held Saturday, March 28th. The egg hunt was held at Montgomery Central Middle School and began at 10:00am.
This year, three contests were added. Kids could pick a duck from the duck pond and receive a price according to the number on the bottom. At the toss an egg, children tried to throw an egg into an Easter basket for a price.
Cunningham Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for March 29th, 2015
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: Spring Eggstravaganza, 50-Plus Olympics Registration, Downtown Market Vendor Application, Archery at Crow, and Just Ordinary Exercise (J.O.E.) Program.
47th annual Student Exhibition at Austin Peay State University set for March 30th-April 17th
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University’s Department of Art is proud to host its annual juried student exhibition in the Trahern Gallery from March 30th through April 17th, 2015.
As the tradition of showcasing the artistic talents of the Austin Peay students enters its 47th year, this exhibition rounds out what has been an exciting 2014-2015 gallery season. [Read more]
“Words Are Hard”, a senior solo exhibition by APSU student Amy Duncan, to be held at Trahern Gallery 108
Clarksville, TN – Local artist Amy Duncan will displaying her show “Words Are Hard,” a series of 100 intricately draw handmade greeting cards, from March 30th-April 3rd at Trahern Gallery 108 on the campus of Austin Peay State University.
An opening reception is free to the public and takes place March 30th from 5:00pm-9:00pm. [Read more]
Historical book signing to take place this weekend at Fort Defiance
Clarksville, TN – Are you an avid bookworm or just interested in learning about some of Clarksville’s history? There’s still time left to read the latest books that can be signed by local writers!
“The Diary of Nannie Haskins” by Minoa D. Uffelman, Ellen Kanervo, Eleanor Williams and Phyllis Smith; and “Franklin House” by Carolyn Ferrell with both be available for purchase at the Fort Defiance Interpretive Center for those who do not already own a copy.
Dr. Minoa Uffelman holds a copy of the new book “The Diary of Nannie Haskins Williams: A Southern Woman’s Story of Rebellion and Reconstruction, 1863-1890.” (Taylor Slifko, APSU)
