APSU library advocates against censorship, celebrates Banned Books Week September 22nd-28th
September 22, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Libraries support an individual’s right to choose books freely for themselves. This year, the American Library Association (ALA) and the Felix G. Woodward Library at Austin Peay State University (APSU) are celebrating Banned Books Week September 22nd–28th, with the theme “Censorship Leaves Us in the Dark. Keep the Light On!” Banned Books Week is a time to recognize the right to access books without censorship and celebrate the freedom to read.
Austin Peay State University Woodward Library celebrates Banned Books Week. (APSU)
Austin Peay State University to host global “do it” exhibit – where visitors help create the art
September 22, 2019
Clarksville, TN – What would happen if an art exhibition never stopped? The constantly evolving do it answers that question, generating new versions of itself every time it has been presented in the last 26 years, all over the world.
The exhibit opens Monday, September 30th, at The New Gallery, located in the Austin Peay Art + Design building on the campus. (APSU)
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Fright on Franklin set for October 26th
September 21, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation has partnered with Altra Federal Credit Union for the 11th annual Fright on Franklin from 3:00pm-6:00pm Saturday, October 26th, 2019 in Downtown Clarksville.
Fright on Franklin is a free, family-friendly event featuring safe trick-or-treating, a hayride, costume contests, and more in historic downtown Clarksville. Follow the screams (of delight) to an afternoon and evening of fun Halloween-themed activities.
A costume contest will be staged at the City Hall/US Bank parking lot. Prizes will be awarded for “Best Costume” in each age group and “Best Group.” Pre-registration is required online at www.ClarksvilleParksRec.com through October 25th. The contest is free to enter.
Fright on Franklin to be held in Downtown Clarksville on October 26th.
APSU students’ documentary selected for Nashville Film Festival
September 19, 2019
Clarksville, TN – A guitar thrums at the start of “Listen Hear” – an Austin Peay State University (APSU) student-produced documentary that explores the Clarksville music scene. Iconic Clarksville images – a downtown mural, a Strawberry Alley street sign, a theater marquee – flash across the screen.
(L to R) Austin Peay State University students Lizzy Patterson, Josef Clark and Taylor Moore collaborated on the film during Karen Bullis’ documentary production class last year. (APSU)
Planters Bank Presents… “Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs” at Roxy Regional Theatre, Sunday
September 18, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Films are back at the Roxy Regional Theatre on the corner of Franklin Street and First Street in Historic Downtown Clarksville. The Roxy is serving up a host of family-friendly favorites!
The Planters Bank Presents… Film Series returns to the Roxy Regional Theatre this fall with the animated hit comedy “Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs”, showing on the big screen this coming Sunday, September 22nd at 2:00pm.
Gold Star Memorial to be dedicated Saturday
September 18, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Gold Star families, military veterans and community members are invited to the dedication of a Gold Star Memorial on Saturday, September 21st at 12:30pm at the Veterans Plaza located at 305 Pageant Lane.
Clarksville City Hall
APSU working on second doctoral degree to serve area’s citizens and soldiers
September 18, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Next fall, Austin Peay State University (APSU) plans to address a mental health crisis shaking military communities across the nation when it unveils the institution’s second doctoral degree – a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in counseling psychology – with a concentration in serving military personnel, veterans and their families.
Austin Peay proposes to convert the former Wesley Foundation Building into a public clinic. (APSU)
The Dawn Stanfill Foundation to hold 11th annual Dancing Til’ Dawn September 28th
September 17, 2019
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, September 28th, 2019, The Dawn Stanfill Foundation will be ending Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in style once again with the 11th annual Dancing Til’ Dawn event.
This year’s event is going to be a fabulous grecian themed evening where guests will enjoy an incredible silent auction, dinner, drinks, live music from the CrossRoads Band, and dancing at the F&M Bank Franklin Room!
11th annual Dancing Til’ Dawn to be held at F&M Bank Franklin Room on Saturday, September 28th. (Joan of Art Photography)
APSU hosts area high schools for JROTC Raider Challenge competition, Saturday
September 17, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) Governors Guard ROTC cadets this weekend will host about 90 cadets from high schools from throughout the area in the Raider Challenge competition. The competition is this Saturday, September 21st, 2019 from 7:00am until 4:00pm at the APSU Clarksville campus.
Austin Peay cadets performing pushups, one of the tasks in the upcoming competition. (APSU)
Gateway Chamber Orchestra to perform at APSU George and Sharon Mabry Concert Hall, September 29th
September 17, 2019
Clarksville, TN – On Sunday, September 29th, 2019, the Gateway Chamber Orchestra will host their first concert of the 2019-20 season Masterworks Series at 7:30pm. Season tickets are on sale now, as well as tickets for the opening concert titled ‘Artistry of Lorna McGhee.’
Season tickets are available now for the Gateway Chamber Orchestra’s 2019-20 season – Emotion Abounds.
