Austin Peay State University’s Science on Tap happens tonight, virtually
May 4, 2021
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University (APSU) Science on Tap lecture series continues virtually tonight (May 4th) when Dr. Catherine Haase will present “Moose, Wolves, and Bats, oh my!” and will explain how mathematical models can help us unravel the effects of disease on animal energetics.
Roxy Regional Theatre’s Back to the Movies presents “Harriet”, Friday
May 3, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Witness the story of a woman who defied impossible odds to change the course of her life and the fate of the nation when we get Back to the Movies at the Roxy Regional Theatre with a Free showing of “Harriet” this Friday, May 7th at 7:00pm.
From her escape from slavery through her transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes, the incredible true story of iconic freedom fighter Harriet Tubman is told. Haunted by memories of those she left behind, Harriet (Cynthia Erivo) ventures back into dangerous territory on a mission to lead others to freedom.
Harriett
Vendor Applications Now Being Accepted for 15th Annual Frolic On Franklin on Saturday, September 18th
May 3, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Applications are now being accepted for booth space at the 15th annual “Frolic on Franklin: A Celebration of the Arts.”
The event will be held on Saturday, September 18th, 2021 from 8:30am to 3:30pm, in the 100 block of Franklin Street in Historic Downtown Clarksville.
Coordinated by the Roxy Regional Theatre, the street event offers 40 vendor spaces where artists can showcase and sell fine arts and hand-crafted items, such as photography, paintings and drawings, pottery, jewelry, glass items, and more.
15th Annual Frolic on Franklin to be held Saturday, September 18th.
New health professions building and new military institute coming to APSU
May 1, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Major changes are coming to Austin Peay State University (APSU) with the addition of a 114,600-square-foot, three-story Health Professions Building on Eighth Street and the creation of the state’s first Institute for National Security and Military Studies.
A rendering of the upcoming Austin Peay State University Health Professions Building. (APSU)
Manna Cafe Ministries to hold annual Grits and Gravy fundraiser on May 6th
April 30, 2021
Clarksville, TN – On Thursday, May 6th, 2021, Manna Café Ministries will hold their annual Grits & Gravy fundraiser. The event will start at 7:00am and end at 9:00am.
If you like breakfast, live music, and doughnuts, then this event for you!
Join us for a hearty Southern breakfast as we celebrate Manna’s 11th birthday.
Manna Café Ministries annual Grits & Gravy
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City of Clarksville to hold Virtual Job Fair, May 12th-13th
April 28, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Job seekers are invited to the City of Clarksville’s Virtual Job Fair on May 12th-13th, 2021 to learn about open positions and to discuss job opportunities with City Department personnel.
Roxy Regional Theatre’s Back to the Movies presents “Suffragette”, Friday
April 27, 2021
Clarksville, TN – This weekend, celebrate the women around the world who have fought and continue to fight against the gender inequalities and inequities that still permeate today’s society. Get Back to the Movies at the Roxy Regional Theatre with the inspirational historical drama “Suffragette” this Friday, April 30th, at 7:00pm.
Side note: Before you head into the movie, be sure to stop by Public Square and check out Clarksville’s own women’s suffrage monument, Tennessee Triumph, honoring those who fought for women’s voting rights and passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Suffragette
CDE Lightband, TVA award Kenwood Middle School $5,000 in STEM Grant Funds
April 22, 2021
Clarksville, TN – In partnership with CDE Lightband, Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), and Bicentennial Volunteers Inc, Kenwood Middle School was awarded $5,000 in STEM grant funds. STEM at its core is a teaching philosophy that blends Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math together which offers students the opportunity to experience real-world applications.
(L-R) Energy Services Manager of CDE Lightband, John Jackson; Community Affairs Coordinator of CDE Lightband, Lindsey Pease; Principal of Kenwood Middle School, Marlon Heaston, Kenwood Middle School student, Brooklyn Ward (8th grade); Kenwood Middle School student, Kwace London (7th grade); Computer Literacy teacher at Kenwood Middle School, Chad Ward; Kenwood Middle School student Joshua Robinson (8th grade); Plant Manager of TVA Cumberland Fossil Plant, Mike Rawlings; Engineering Manager of TVA Cumberland Fossil Plant, Jim Alberda.
Clarksville’s 1st Annual International Women’s Ride set for May 1st
April 21, 2021
Clarksville, TN – On May 1st, 2021, the 1st Annual International Women’s Ride will begin at Appleton Harley-Davidson. Registration starts at 9:00am. KSU is at 10:00am.
Appleton Harley-Davidson is located at 2501 U.S. 41a Bypass in Clarksville Tennessee.
The ending point for the ride is Pati’s 1800s Settlement located at 1793 J H O’Bryan Avenue in Grand Rivers Kentucky.
Clarksville’s 1st Annual International Women’s Ride
Roxy Regional Theatre’s Back to the Movies presents “The Color Purple”, Friday
April 19, 2021
Clarksville, TN – The unforgettable characters of Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel will come to life on our screen this weekend as we Get Back to the Movies at the Roxy Regional Theatre with “The Color Purple” this Friday, April 23rd, 2021 at 7:00pm.
Directed by Steven Spielberg, this epic tale spans four decades in the life of Celie (Whoopi Goldberg), a Black woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry.
After Celie’s abusive father marries her off to the equally debasing “Mister” Albert Johnson (Danny Glover), things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to find strength through her companions Sofia (Oprah Winfrey) and Shug (Margaret Avery).
The Color Purple
