Clarksville’s 9th Annual ‘Frolic on Franklin’ Set for September 13th
August 27, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Downtown Clarksville’s 9th Annual “Frolic on Franklin: A Celebration of the Arts” will take place Saturday, September 13th from 8:30am-3:30pm.
The free event will showcase the works of more than 30 artists, staged entertainment, art demonstrations, and a doggie fashion show – all along the 100 block of historic Franklin Street.
A variety of original fine art, as well as handmade crafts, will be on display including paintings and photography, jewelry, clay garden items, wood work, purses and fabric accessories, pottery, candles, jewelry, woven and knitted items, and seasonal gifts. Items will be for sale with prices ranging from $2.00 – $500.00.
Frolic on Franklin Street
APSU professors use new theory to examine population changes in Kentucky
August 27, 2014
Clarksville, TN – From 2000 to 2012, Kentucky’s population grew by more than 337,000 residents. However, not all Kentucky counties experienced the same rate of population growth and some counties actually experienced a population decline.
According to a recent article in the Contemporary Journal of Anthropology and Sociology, county-level predictors like median household income and the racial/ethnic composition of a county impact population change.
APSU professors David Rands (L) and Trevor Brooks (R).
iverfest to feature rising Country Music star ALEE
August 26, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The 2014 Riverrfest festival will feature the rising Canadian country singer Alee in her first performance in the United States, opening for festival headliner Tracy Lawrence on Saturday, September 6th 2014.
Within the first few tender notes of an Alee concert, it is clear that this rising star is a natural talent. Her powerful voice, undeniable charisma, and pin-drop stage presence combine to create an unforgettable live experience.
APSU Art Department hosts “Faculty Biennial” exhibit in Trahern Gallery
August 26, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University art professors are often commended for inspiring students in their classrooms, but that type of praise can occasionally overshadow their skills as gifted, professional artists.
On August 25th, a new exhibit, “The Faculty Biennial,” in APSU’s Trahern Gallery will remind the community that high-caliber artists continue to work at the University.
APSU’s Greek community continues to excel
August 25, 2014
Clarksville, TN – In the last few months, the fraternity and sorority community at Austin Peay State University has continued to enhance the University’s reputation through service work and the earning of several prestigious awards and recognitions.
The recent accomplishments are listed below.
In March, Stephen Dominy, coordinator of Fraternity & Sorority Affairs, was named the NASPA – Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education Fraternity & Sorority Knowledge Community co-chair. Dominy works with more than 1,300 professionals aiding in the advancement of fraternities and sororities on collegiate campuses across the world. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation to begin new Archery sessions at Burt-Cobb Community Center and Kleeman Community Center in September
August 25, 2014
Clarksville, TN – A new session of archery will begin September 9th at the Burt Cobb Community Center. Pre-registration is underway online at recpro.cityofclarksville.com.
The 4-week class will be held on Tuesdays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Cost is $10.00 for the entire 4-week session. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for August 24th, 2014
August 24, 2014
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: Fitness Training class, Select City Pools to extend season through Labor Day, and Fly Fishing program for youth and teens.
Fun Interval Training (F.I.T.) class
L.E.A.P. Organization Plans Youth Excursion to New York City
August 23, 2014
Clarksville, TN – L.E.A.P. organization is planning their next youth excursion to see the bright lights and big city of New York. The purpose of this trip is to provide entertainment combined with education and exposure to places and events for participating L.E.A.P. youth.
It will be a whirlwind trip scheduled from July 8th, 2015 to July 12th, 2015.
L.E.A.P, which stands for Leadership, Enlightenment, Academic Achievement, and Perseverance, also teaches its members about Outreach, Responsibility, and Growth.
Ground Zero will be one of the locations that the LEAP youth will visit on their trip. (Lois Jones)
APSU Folk Art Collection gets donation from Karen Parr-Moody
August 22, 2014
Clarksville, TN – While visiting Austin, Texas, in 2013, Karen Parr-Moody came across a painting by the renowned folk artist Jimmy Lee Sudduth. The dusty image was of a girl in a swimsuit, and it evoked strong childhood memories for Parr-Moody.
“I really identified with going to my grandfather’s fishing camp every weekend on the Tennessee River,” she said. “It’s rustic and beautiful down there. The ‘Bikini Girl’ just reminded me of growing up and being a little girl.”
Karen Parr-Moody and her daughter, Stella, donate Jimmy Lee Sudduth’s “Bikini Girl” to Austin Peay State University. (Taylor Slifko/APSU)
TSU Tennessee New Farmer Academy for New Farmers, Ranchers and Returning Veterans participants visit Montgomery County Farm
August 21, 2014
Montgomery County, TN – Tennessee State University is conducting a New Farmer Academy and Montgomery County was honored to host and provide education to participants. Six participant’s visited McCraw’s Strawberry Ranch this past Monday, August 18th.
Billy and Teresa McCraw, owners and 2014 recipients of the Small Farmers Award in Alternative Enterprises category, demonstrated how they plant plasticulture strawberries.
Billy & Teresa Reints McCraw demonstrating the plastic layer for plasticulture strawberries. This machine builds the beds in the soil, lays the plastic and the irrigation line all at the same time at McCraw’s Strawberry Ranch.
