APSU creative writing professor Dr. Amy Wright to publish four books in 2016
February 2, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University Associate Professor of Creative Writing Dr. Amy Wright is preparing for a busy 2016, as the poet, author and teacher will publish four collections of her writing, including her fifth chapbook, “Wherever The Land Is.”
A series of nonfiction essays comprised of the author’s research into work, loss, Emily Dickinson, and entomophagy, or the human consumption of insects, “Wherever The Land Is” explores a possible answer to humanity’s growing need for food sources.
Austin Peay State University Associate Professor of Creative Writing Dr. Amy Wright
Registration is underway for the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Youth Recreation Leagues
February 2, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Registration for the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Youth Recreation Leagues is underway. Participants can register now through March 28th at any of our three community centers, the Parks and Recreation office as well as online at www.cityofclarksville.com/parksrec
The baseball, softball and t-ball leagues are open to youth ages 5 to 14. For first time participants, birth certificates are required at time of registration to verify the child’s age.
Cumberland Arts Centre presents Valentine’s Day Production
February 2, 2016
Clarksville, TN – For a special treat for your Valentine, consider the Cumberland Arts Centre Dinner Theatre’s production of “Allocating Annie”. This comedy involves a bumpy road to romance but should be a special time for you and your special someone.
The cast of relative newcomers to the stage include: Trudy Stein Hart, Jeremy Sanders, Christian Harrison, Kristin Dickenson, Alex Maynard, Kristi Blount and Shellene Kent Keiffer and is being directed by Jan Y. Dial.
“Allocating Annie” at the Cumberland Arts Centre Dinner Theatre stars (L to R) Trudy Stein Hart, Jeremy Sanders, Christian Harrison, Kristin Dickinson, Alex Maynard, Kristi Blount. (Seated) Shellene Kent Keiffer. (Art Conn)
APSU to present Plans for recent Acquisition of Jenkins and Wynne property
February 2, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The public is invited to attend a presentation regarding plans for the Jenkins and Wynne property recently purchased by Austin Peay State University.
The presentation will take place at 11:30am, on February 10th, 2016 in the Morgan University Center, Ballroom C. Public and media parking will be available in the McCord lot/Browning Drive, located at the corner of Eighth Street and College Street.
Austin Peay State University’s Morgan University Center. (APSU)
Winn Materials becomes Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certified
February 1, 2016
Montgomery County, TN – Winn Materials celebrated their Clarksville-Montgomery County Green Certification with a green ribbon cutting this week.
Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett, City of Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan, and Chamber of Commerce Director Melinda Shepard were there to congratulate Winn Materials on earning their certification.
Winn Materials Green Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum February 2016 Exhibits and Activities
February 1, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is located in historic downtown Clarksville, Tennessee. Come explore an entire city block featuring large gallery spaces filled with fine art, science and history.
Some of the events in November at the Museum are: Of Stars & Stripes: From the Collection of Dr. John Olson, Celebrating Black History Month and Mergings: A Visual Exploration: The Art of Jennifer Crescuillo.
Celebrating Black History Month — Cobb School 1915
Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk to take place February 4th, 2016
February 1, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk is produced by the Downtown Clarksville Association and is a free, self-guided tour spanning a 5-block radius that combines visual art, live music, engaging events and more in the heart of Downtown Clarksville.
With 10+ venues, bars and businesses participating each month, the First Thursday Art Walk in Clarksville is the ultimate opportunity to savor and support local creative talent.
First Thursday Art Walk in downtown Clarksville
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for January 31st, 2016
January 31, 2016
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 T-shirt contest for kids, Martial Arts and Free Silver Social.
Queen City Road Race T-shirt contest for kids deadline extended.
Austin Peay Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts holding February 16th Alumni Reading Event
January 30, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The APSU Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts presents an alumni reading and screening featuring Raven Jackson, Chip Boles and Anthony Sims Jr. at 4:00pm, Tuesday, February 16th in the Trahern Gallery on the campus of Austin Peay State University.
After finishing his English degree at APSU in 1999, Anthony Sims went on to earn an MFA from Ohio University. His feature screenplay, “Behemoth,” was optioned by Lucy Darwin (“Match Point,” “Lost in La Mancha”) in 2006.
Austin Peay State University’s Trahern Building. (APSU)
Clarksville Transit System (CTS) opens Fitness Center
January 30, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan joined Director of Transportation Arthur Bing and members of the Clarksville Transit System (CTS) recently for a ribbon cutting officially opening CTS’s new fitness center.
“Our bus drivers rarely get a break during the day,” explained Mr. Bing. “They don’t get a lunch break and often grab something quick to eat between routes. As a result, they don’t always get to move enough or eat as healthy as they’d like. This fitness center is one way we can help by giving them a place to exercise after their routes. This will help many of our employees.”
Clarksville Transit System Fitness Center officially opens.
