Austin Peay State University student David Worthington exhibits work in APSU’s Beach Gallery
February 9, 2018
Clarksville, TN – “Ends.”—a BFA art exhibition by Austin Peay State University student David Tyler Worthington—will open at 5:00pm on February 26th, 2018 with a reception in the APSU Art + Design Building’s Beach Gallery.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library to celebrate African-American History Month
February 9, 2018
Clarksville, TN – February is African-American History Month, and the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library is celebrating in a variety of ways! There will be special programs all month, intended to educate participants on African-American History. All of the library’s events are completely free of charge.
Have you ever wondered about your ancestry but aren’t sure where to begin your research? The Beginner Genealogy Class this weekend will focus specifically on studying African-American genealogy. All experience levels are welcome to attend on Saturday, February 10th from 10:00-11:00 a.m. The class will be held in the computer lab on the second floor.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library
APSU ROTC looking for college sophomores, offering $5,000 bonus
February 9, 2018
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University’s ROTC program is looking for the best and brightest college students in the country, and the U.S. Army is willing to pay a little extra for these qualified soldiers.
Through the Army, Austin Peay’s ROTC program is now offering a $5,000 bonus to college sophomores who complete the program’s cadet basic training and go on to become commissioned officers.
Austin Peay State University ROTC
Donors urged to help American Red Cross maintain Blood Supply
February 8, 2018
Severe winter weather, flu disrupting blood donations
Nashville, TN – Winter storms and the flu don’t just mean a lot of people are missing work and school – it also means they can’t keep their American Red Cross blood and platelet donation appointments.
The Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to roll up a sleeve to help maintain the blood supply for patients in need.
Zachary Sterbens gives a Power Red donation at the Red Cross Salt Lake City Blood Donation Center. He received a blood transfusion as a baby and has been donating for 5 years. (Amanda Romney/American Red Cross)
Clarksville Parks and Recreation now accepting registrations for Youth Baseball, Softball Leagues
February 8, 2018
Co-ed programs offered for ages 3-14
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation youth baseball and softball leagues registration is underway. Participants can register now through March 26th, 2018 at the Parks and Recreation office, 102 Public Square, or online at www.cityofclarksville.com/parksrec
Specific leagues include baseball (ages 9-14), softball (ages 7-10), coach pitch (ages 7-8), T-ball (ages 5-6) and Blastball!® (ages 3-4). All leagues are co-ed, and open to boys and girls.
Youth Baseball and Softball leagues registration going on now at Clarksville Parks and Recreation.
High Roller Criterium Bicycle Series Comes to Downtown Clarksville
February 8, 2018
Clarksville, TN – Visit Clarksville and Riverside Bicycle Racing announce Clarksville’s first High Roller Criterium, or crit, will take place on Saturday, May 19th, 2018 in historic downtown Clarksville.
A criterium, or crit, is a bike race consisting of several laps around a closed circuit, the length of each lap or circuit ranging from about 500 to 1000 meters. In Clarksville’s case, the course is a flat four-corner course, .8 miles in length, with tight turns around Franklin Street, Public Square, Main Street and Fourth Street.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces new programs at Recreation Centers
February 7, 2018
Offerings include adult fitness and special events for youth
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is offering a full slate of programs for youth and adults at its three Recreation Centers in the coming weeks, many of which are first-time events.
Events include: Valentine’s Day Party, Boot Camp Fitness, Fit Golf, Wacky Olympics, and 3 on 3 Basketball League.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s “A Chocolate Affair” a Sweet Success
February 6, 2018
Clarksville, TN – The Wilma Rudolph Event Center was filled this past Saturday for an afternoon and evening of what has become one of Clarksville’s most anticipated events, A Chocolate Affair.
“This our 6th Annual Chocolate Affair,” Clarksville Parks and Recreation Event Planning Specialist Kara Zahn said, “Parks and Recreation puts this on each year, and this time we are teaming up with Healthy Clarksville to bring a healthy vendor section.”
Clarksville Parks and Recreation hosted its 6th annual Chocolate Affair at Wilma Rudolph Event Center Saturday.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library brings the world of Harry Potter to Life
February 6, 2018
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library was transformed to look like The Wizarding World of Harry Potter last Thursday as more than 1,000 guests were expected to come out for Harry Potter Book Night.
Children’s Library Assistant Joanna Katz was dressed in a replica of Hermione’s Jewel Ball dress from the fourth movie. Many library employees as well as local children and their parents also joined in the fun, portraying characters from Hagrid to Harry Potter.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library hosted its 4th Annual Harry Potter Book Night Thursday.
Clarksville Association of Realtors head to Tennessee Capitol for “Realtor Day”
February 6, 2018
Clarksville, TN – On Tuesday, January 30th, 2018 the Clarksville Association of Realtors® (CAR) took part in a Realtor “Day on the Hill” at the state capital in Nashville.
This event, which had over 400 Tennessee Realtors in attendance, is intended to give Realtors from all over the state a chance to meet their elected officials and speak on matters important to real estate and homeowners.
Tennessee Senator Mark Green with Clarksville Association of Realtors Members.
