APSU hosts female version of famed Neil Simon Play
Clarksville, TN – The story of the two female friends might sound a little familiar. After 14 years of marriage, the obsessive-compulsive Florence leaves her husband and moves in with her laid-back, cleanliness-challenged friend Olive. It isn’t the ideal matching of personalities.
If you’re having a little difficulty wondering where you’ve heard this story before, just change the names of Florence and Olive to Felix and Oscar, from Neil Simon’s 1965 Broadway hit, “The Odd Couple.” The play went on to become a film and a popular 1970s television show. [Read more]
Collin Raye to headline Riverfest 2011
Clarksville, TN – Join the City of Clarksville and Bud Light along the banks of the Cumberland River as they celebrate Clarksville’s river heritage at the 24th annual Riverfest Celebration, September 9th and 10th, 2011. This free, two day music and arts festival features four stages of a variety of local, regional and nationally-known entertainers, delicious food, and fun for the entire family.
The music kicks off at 5:00pm, Friday, with a great lineup of Christian performers on the Mary’s the Music Store Stage to include Britt Nicole who will perform at 9:00pm. Ekoh, Black Market Research and UZoo – The Authentic U2 Tribute Band Experience will take to the Bud Light Stage on Friday night, followed by the ultimate Journey tribute band, Chain Reaction.
Collin Raye
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area Programs for August 11th through August 17th
Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Natural Area has been a State Park since 1973. The cave and its surrounding 110 acres have considerable scenic, natural and historical significance. The entrance offered shelter to prehistoric Native Americans as far back as 10,000 years.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will present many nature programs this summer.
Upcoming events include: Night Hike, Snake Tales, Birds, Butterflies and so much more!
Half Marathon to offer Physically Impaired Divisions
Montgomery County, TN – The Go Commando Half Marathon and 5k presented by CDE Lightband will feature two new race divisions. A physically impaired division and a wheelchair division will be offered in both the half marathon and 5k. This will be the first time both divisions are offered in a half marathon in Clarksville.
These physically impaired divisions will allow disabled athletes to compete along the same route as other half marathon and 5k divisions. Both will offer awards to all participants as well as Top Finisher awards overall and in age groups. Participants are required to register through paper registration for both divisions to ensure proper placement. [Read more]
Rock the Reservation
A Benefit Concert for the Montgomery Central High School Marching Band
Cunningham, TN – The Indian Nation Band Boosters are hosting the Inaugural “Rock the Reservation” benefit concert, Friday August 12th, for the Montgomery Central High School Marching Band. Four local bands who each have MCHS alumni as members will be featured. The concert starts at 6:00pm and will be over by 10:00pm.
Ticket sales begin at 5:00pm with entrance to the gym at 5:45pm. Tickets will be sold at the door at the low cost of $5.00 (children under 5 years of age are “free”).
Concessions will also be sold. [Read more]
The Clarksville Parks and Rec Report for August 7th
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:
- Recreation Guides Available
- Extended Pool Season
- Pooch Pool Party
- Teens Only – Party at the Pool
- 45 and Over Softball League
- Seeking Volunteers
- Vote for Clarksville’s Downtown Market
Montgomery Central Little League Fall Baseball Signup
Cunningham, TN – The Montgomery Central Little League will be conducting signups for Fall Baseball Thursday, August 11th from 5:00pm – 7:30pm and Saturday, August 13th from 10:00am – 2:00pm. Signups will be held at the Montgomery Central Little League Building.
For more information contact Wesley Walker at 931.436.8089 or visit their website www.mcllonline.com
Female Version of the “Odd Couple” Opens at Fort Campbell
Fort Campbell, KY – Fort Campbell’s entry in the 2011 U.S. Army Festival of the Arts Competition is “The Odd Couple” (female version) written by Neil Simon and directed by Art Conn. Performances are scheduled for August 19th, 20th and 26th at the Dale Wayrenen Recreation Center on Desert Storm Avenue.
Each year the U.S. Army Festival of the Arts Competition sends judges to all Army installations in the U.S. and abroad to judge the theater and recreation center talent shows with winners announced later in the year. Conn has been directing the Fort Campbell entries for the past 15 years, winning numerous awards for directing over the years.
Jan Dial (l) and Roxanne Waite (r) star in “The Odd Couple” (female version) at the Fort Campbell Community Theatre at the Dale Wayrenen Recreation Center on post. Performances are August 19th, 20th and 26th.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area Programs for August 5th through August 10th
Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Natural Area has been a State Park since 1973. The cave and its surrounding 110 acres have considerable scenic, natural and historical significance. The entrance offered shelter to prehistoric Native Americans as far back as 10,000 years.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will present many nature programs this summer.
Upcoming events include: Frogs and Toads, Hunters of the Past, Junior Ranger Kickoff, Night Flight and so much more!
“The Wizard of Oz” wins people’s choice movie
Clarksville, TN – After months of collecting votes, Clarksville Parks and Recreation is excited to announce the final movie of the 2011 season and the people’s choice movie winner – “The Wizard of Oz”. The movie will be shown Saturday, October 8th.
This year’s season of Movies in the Park inaugurated a new People’s Choice night where the public nominated movies they wanted to see. After the nomination period was over, the voting began. The movie with the most votes won.
Movies in the Park
