Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center gets new Cannon
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce the latest addition to the Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center.
The siege carriage for the previously unmounted 24-pound cannon has arrived and the complete cannon is now on display and open to public viewing.
New Cannon now on display at Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center.
Austin Peay State University prepares future Music Teachers with Home-School Program
Clarksville, TN – On a recent Wednesday morning, about 60 children packed into a small music classroom in the Austin Peay State University Music/Mass Communication Building. They sat wide-eyed, staring at a piano and a table full of violins and other orchestral instruments.
In the front of the room, an APSU music student tuned a cello, and the strange sound caused some of the students to kick their feet excitedly back and forth. In a few minutes, they’d actually get to touch one of those expensive instruments. [Read more]
Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County Tennessee Celebrates Earth Day by recycling cars into homes
Clarksville, TN – In recognition of Earth Day, Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County Tennessee invites its supporters to recycle their used cars and vehicles to help build hope and homes in partnership with low-income families in Clarksville and Montgomery County.
Throughout the month of April, Habitat for Humanity’s Cars for Homes program will celebrate its “Every Day is Earth Day” initiative, encouraging people to donate their used cars, trucks, RVs, boats and other vehicles to help raise funds for Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County Tennessee and other Habitat affiliates throughout the country. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to hold Sevier Station Memorial Monument Dedication April 16th
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville’s Parks and Recreation Department invites the public to a dedication ceremony for the new Valentine Sevier Memorial monument at 1:00pm, Tuesday, April 16th at the Sevier Station Park.
Sevier Station
APSU at The Renaissance Center to hold Open House April 30th
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University will have an open house at The Renaissance Center in Dickson to help prospective students learn more about degree and course offerings.
The public is invited to attend the open house from 5:00pm-6:30pm, Tuesday, April 30th at The Renaissance Center in Dickson, TN.
Facility tours and refreshments will be part of the event.
The Renaissance Center in Dickson, Tennessee.
APSU Governor’s Bass Tournament just around the corner
Clarksville, TN – The 19th annual Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament is just five weeks away.
This year’s competition will be held Saturday, May 11th, at Kentucky Lake, with registration and boat launching from Paris Landing, Tennessee, State Park. Last season’s tourney drew 264 boats.
Boats putting in at last year’s APSU Governors Bass Tournament.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for April 7th, 2013
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:
- Queen City Road Race Early Bird Deadline Approaching
- Hershey Track & Field
- Traditional Karate classes underway
Two Austin Peay State University Alumni to be inducted into Phi Kappa Phi Hall of Fame
Clarksville, TN – Two Austin Peay State University alumni, one of whom is a congressman, will be inducted into the Phi Kappa Phi Chapter 191 Academic Hall of Fame.
In addition, the chapter will initiate 116 students and six faculty as new members during the ceremony at 6:30pm, Wednesday, April 10th in Clement Auditorium. [Read more]
Rivers and Spires Festival seeking Volunteers
Clarksville, TN – The award-winning Rivers and Spires Festival is a community driven event that is organized by hundreds of dedicated volunteers each year. But, in order to be successful, we need your support!
With over 600 volunteer positions to fill, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved.
Volunteers needed for the 2013 Rivers and Spires Festival.
Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization to host Veterans Outreach at Civic Hall April 26th
Montgomery County, TN – The Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization is hosting a Veterans Outreach for veterans and their dependents from 10:00am to 3:00pm, April 26th, at William O. Beach Civic Hall in Veterans Plaza, 350 Pageant Lane, Clarksville.
