“Dames At Sea” to drop anchor at the Roxy Regional Theatre, June 22nd-July 7th
June 14, 2018
Roxy Regional Theatre
Clarksville, TN – New York salutes Hollywood this summer at the Roxy Regional Theatre located at the corner of Franklin and First in historic downtown Clarksville.
A celebration of the golden era of movie musicals, “Dames At Sea” opens at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Friday, June 22nd, at 8:00pm. In keeping with the theatre’s traditional pay-what-you-can opening night, all tickets not pre-sold at the regular ticket price will go on sale at 7:30pm that evening for a $5.00 minimum donation.
Kelly Letourneau stars as Ruby in “Dames At Sea” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, June 22nd-July 7th.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation, TWRA provides outdoor fun with Youth Fishing Rodeo
June 14, 2018
Clarksville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency partnered once again with Clarksville Parks & Recreation to host its annual Youth Fishing Rodeo at Liberty Park.
TWRA’s Nate Thompson talked about the event and why it’s important to his agency and the community it serves.
“TWRA has been doing this for at least 15 years, that’s longer than I’ve been here,” Thompson said. “This year we have at least 200 kids signed up. Today’s rodeo just gives them that fishing experience, and for many of them, it’s their first time.”
More than 200 kids at this year’s TWRA Youth Fishing Rodeo spent Saturday morning fishing and competing for prizes at LIberty Park.
APSU College of Education looks at China for potential students
June 13, 2018
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – Dr. Benita Bruster’s cell phone pings all day with messages from WeChat—a popular Chinese social media app.
The Austin Peay State University professor and chair of the APSU Department of Teaching and Learning within the Eriksson College of Education downloaded the app earlier this summer, while on a recruiting trip to China, and now whenever she picks up her phone, she learns of another potential international student eager to study at APSU.
APSU professor Dr. Benita Bruster recruiting trip to China.
Clarksville to unveil Pat Head Summitt statue, life-story display, Friday
June 13, 2018
Honoring a Champion. Inspiring Greatness
Clarksville, TN – Through the keen eyes of a sculptor, an architect and an exhibit designer, the Pat Head Summitt Legacy Plaza has come to life at Freedom Point.
A bronze statue of Coach Summitt, hometown hero and legendary University of Tennessee women’s basketball coach, and an interpretative display of her life story will be dedicated at 3:00pmFriday, June 15th, 2018 in Clarksville’s Liberty Park.
“Though her famous ‘stare’ may be missing, our sculpture hopes to embody her passion and fire,” said Brett Grill, sculptor of the Coach Summitt statue. “She was a rare talent, quickly ascending to the highest reaches of her field, which she dominated throughout her career.”
Landscape and construction are now complete at the Pat Head Summitt Legacy Plaza at Freedom Point. A bronze statue of Coach Summitt, hometown hero and legendary University of Tennessee women’s basketball coach, and an interpretative display of her life story will be dedicated at 3:00pmFriday, June 15th in Clarksville’s Liberty Park.
Austin Peay State University School for Physics demonstrates Ping Pong Cannon
June 12, 2018
APSU Governor’s School for Computational Physics
Clarksville, TN – High school students attending the APSU Governor’s School for Computational Physics this summer learned ping pong balls can pierce a piece of ¼-inch-thick plywood.
But only with the help of a specially built ping pong cannon.
APSU Department of Physics, Engineering and Astronomy constructed a ping pong cannon earlier this year.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation now accepting registrations for Wonder Kids Triathlon
June 12, 2018
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department
Clarksville event invites children ages 3-12 of all ability levels
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s sixth annual Wonder Kids Triathlon for boys and girls ages 3-12 will be at 9:00am, Saturday, August 4th, 2018 at New Providence Pool, 168 Cunningham Lane.
Wonder Kids Triathletes will participate in the three segments of a traditional triathlon: swimming, biking and running.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Wonder Kids Triathlon set for August 4th.
High school students jump into life-size Super Mario experience at APSU
June 11, 2018
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – High school students are getting a Super Mario Bros.-sized treat this summer at Google-sponsored coding camps at Austin Peay State University.
The College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, or STEM, has put up a life-sized set that depicts the first level of Nintendo’s 1985 classic Super Mario Bros. And it’s interactive, allowing students to run, jump and bash through the game, complete with boing, ping and slide sound effects.
Google-sponsored coding camps at Austin Peay State University run through June.
Visit Clarksville Launches New App and Online Trip Planner
June 11, 2018
Build and Map a Trip; Explore Things to Do, Events, Hotels & More
Clarksville, TN – Planning the perfect day in Clarksville just got much easier! We’re excited to unveil the Build Your Trip Guide on our website with integrated mobile apps, an interactive way to map out everything you don’t want to miss in Clarksville.
Designed with our partners at Visit Widget, this tool provides a new way to explore what the city has to offer, including upcoming events, popular restaurants, downtown hot spots, hotels, and points of interest.
Visit Clarksville creates New App and Online Trip Planner for Clarksville.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library begins renovations Monday, June 11th
June 8, 2018
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library
Clarksville, TN – Phase 1 of a major renovation of portions of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library will begin Monday, June 11th, 2018.
Using a public/private funding partnership, the library, which was last renovated 21 years ago, will take a big leap towards becoming the building that it needs to be to give the public a more updated, useful, attractive, inviting and comfortable experience.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library
City of Clarksville’s Bel-Aire Park gets a facelift
June 8, 2018
Clarksville Parks and Recreation
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation reopened Bel-Aire Park, a neighborhood green space on Marie Drive off of Peachers Mill Road, Thursday with new and improved playground equipment.
“When I became Mayor, one thing that was very important to me, was ensuring we had recreational opportunities, parks and other amenities for all children to enjoy,” Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan said.
Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan, joined by more than 50 children and staff from the Kleeman Community Center, cut a ribbon during the ribbon cutting ceremony at Bel-Aire Park June 7th, 2018. The ceremony marked the official reopening of the park, after it received much needed equipment upgrades. Improvements include a new playground that meets the current guidelines under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
