Friends of Fort Defiance’s March into the Past provides a look into yesteryear at the historic Civil War site
Clarksville, TN – The Friends of Fort Defiance held their annual March to the Past fundraiser at the Fort Defiance Interpretive Center at the historic Civil War site in the New Providence area of Clarksville Tennessee on Saturday June 14th.
William Parker of the Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation who serves as the historical interpreter for Fort Defiance and the director of the Visitor Center appreciates their actions on behalf of the site. “The Friends of Fort Defiance of been in existence for much longer than the visitor center has been here,” he said. “It’s probably been 20 years that they have been around and each year they hold their March into the Past fund-raising event.”
Porter’s Battery fires one of their canons at the March to the Past event
Sue Freeman Culverhouse Speaks to APSU Graduate Class on The Art of Teaching Writing
Clarksville, TN – Most people believe that teachers have three months off in the summer and spend their time lolling by the pool, shopping, and reading novels.
In truth, most teachers are spending their time taking college classes, going to professional development meetings, preparing changes in teaching methods through Common Core standards, and spending as much time as possible with their families in between these other activities.
Tennessee Literary Luminaries book by Sue Freeman Culverhouse
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for June 15th, 2014
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: The Clarksville Blueway, World’s Largest Swimming Lesson and Registration for the 2nd Annual Rally on the Cumberland Canoe and Kayak Race is Underway.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to take part in “World’s Largest Swimming Lesson”
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to host 2nd Annual Rally on the Cumberland Canoe and Kayak Race, July 12th
Registration is going on Now
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department will host the Canoe and Kayak Race on July 12th at Liberty Park.
The race will be held in heats beginning at 8:00am at the Montgomery County Conservation Club, located at 1182 Seven Mile Ferry Road, and finishing at Freedom Point in Liberty Park.
Clarksville Civil War Roundtable’s next meeting is June 18th, 2014
The 123rd meeting.
Clarksville, TN – The next meeting of the Clarksville (TN) Civil War Roundtable will be on Wednesday, June 18th, 2014 at the Bone & Joint Center, 980 Professional Park Drive, right across the street from Gateway Medical Center. This is just off Dunlop Lane and Holiday Drive and only a few minutes east of Governor’s Square mall.
The meeting begins at 7:00pm and is always open to the public. Members please bring a friend or two – new recruits are always welcomed.
Topic: “The Murder of Union General William “Bull” Nelson”
Union Civil War General William “Bull” Nelson.
Third Annual 65 Roses Car, Truck, and Bike Show benefiting Cystic Fibrosis to be held at Clarksville Speedway Saturday, June 21st
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, June 21st, 2014, the third annual 65 Roses Car, Truck, and Bike Show will be held at the Clarksville Speedway.
The event is a 100% charity event to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and kicks off the final day of the Clarksville Fair.
Inner Voices at Clarksville’s Customs House Museum beginning July 3rd
Clarksville, TN – International artist Paul Harmon exhibits his lyrical paintings in the Customs House Museum’s Crouch Gallery beginning July 3rd.
The themes of Harmon’s paintings always incorporate poetry, prose and ideas from the artist’s interests and experiences.
Paul Harmon exhibits begins July 3rd at the Customs House Museum.
Friends of Fort Defiance to hold March to the Past event this Saturday, June 14th
Clarksville, TN – The Friends of Fort Defiance will be holding their annual March to the Past fundraising event this Saturday, June 14th from 10:00am to 5:00pm at the Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center.
Live demonstrations of quilting, firing, clothing, and medicine will be sure to give the community a clear depiction of the Civil War era.
Fort Defiance Civil War Park & Interpretive Center
1st Annual Big Ugly Autofest and Craftshow to be held at Clarksville Speedway, June 28th
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, June 28th, 2014 the 1st Annual Big Ugly Autofest and Craftshow will be held at the Clarksville Speedway by B Company “Big Ugly”, 96th Aviation Support Battalion, 101st Airborne Division.
This big Car/Truck/Bike and craft show will take place from 10:00am until 6:00pm. The entry fee is $10.00.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Movies in the Park to feature “Raiders of the Lost Ark” this Saturday, June 14th
Clarksville, TN – Movies in the Park, the City’s free, outdoor movie series, continues Saturday, June 14th, at Heritage Park, 1241 Peachers Mill Road, Clarksville. ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark,’ rated PG, and brought to you by the Clarksville Area YMCA, will be shown at approximately 8:30pm (dependent on sunset).
“Raiders of the Lost Ark” is about archeologist Indiana Jones’ (played by Harrison Ford) adventure to find the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis do.
Raiders of the Lost Ark playing this Saturday at Clarksville Parks and Recreations Movies in the Park.
