APSU Office of Disability Services recognized as leader in Tennessee
April 21, 2014
Clarksville, TN – In late March, the Tennessee Association of Higher Education and Disability (TN-AHEAD) recognized Austin Peay State University’s Office of Disability Services as one of the top collegiate service organizations in the state.
During the TN-AHEAD Spring Conference and Business Meeting at East Tennessee State University, Janet Norman, associate director of the APSU Office of Disability Services, was presented with the Dona Sparger Professional Service Award for advocacy, education and service to individuals with disabilities.
James Noar, Janet Norman and Tracy Bettencourt were all recently honored by the Tennessee Association of Higher Education and Disability. (Photo by Taylor Slifko/APSU).
Hilltop Super Market draws record attendance at 19th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
April 21, 2014
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, April 19th, 2014, the 19th Annual Easter Egg Hunt was held at Hilltop Super Market.
Some of the activities at the event were inflatables, cupcake decorating, duck pond, face painting and more. Everything kicked off at 11:00am.
Kids and adults alike had a blast at the 19th Annual Hilltop Supermarket Easter Egg Hunt Saturday.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation held 5th Annual Spring Eggstravaganza at Heritage Park on Saturday
April 21, 2014
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday the city of Clarksville held their 5th Annual Spring Eggstravaganza at Heritage Park. Thousands of Clarksville’s children came out to enjoy the Easter one day early. The event featured over 20,000 Easter eggs spread out over eight different egg hunting sessions on the City of Clarksville’s softball fields.
“This is our fifth year having the Spring Eggstravaganza at Heritage Park. We have over 20,000 eggs, inflatable’s, petting zoo, and a visit by the Easter Bunny of course. We’re looking to have a great time today,” said Matthew Dixon, Special Events Coordinator for the City of Clarksville’s Department of Parks and Recreation.
Children gather eggs at the City of Clarksville 2014 Spring Eggstravaganza
Clarksville Software User’s Group to meet Wednesday, April 23rd
April 20, 2014
Clarksville, TN – The first meeting of the Clarksville’s Software User Group will be Wednesday, April 23rd, 2014 at GetSomeCoffee off exit #1.
The user group is a collection of professionals and hobbyists, usually software related, that share knowledge with one another. [Read more]
Spring Craft Fair at The Mill Saturday, April 26th
April 20, 2014
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, April 26th, The Mill will host an outdoor Craft Fair featuring local artists, crafters and food vendors.
Admission is free.
The event will start at 9:00am and run through 4:00pm.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for April 20th, 2014
April 20, 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: 50 Plus Olympics Early Bird Deadline April 25th, Volunteers needed for Mayor’s Summer Night Lights, Yoga in the Park, and Civil War Medical Display.
Tiffany Bryant Joins Legal Aid Society as Victim Advocate in Clarksville
April 19, 2014
Nashville, TN – Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands, Tennessee’s largest non-profit law firm, announced today that Tiffany Bryant has joined the team as a victim advocate for the Clarksville office.
Bryant previously served as a family advocate for the Child Advocacy Center of the 23rd Judicial District and has experience working with The Salvation Army: Joy D. Baker Center and the YWCA: Phyllis Wheatley Center. She graduated from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in social work. [Read more]
Clarksville Association of Realtors to host 7th Annual Project F.U.E.L. Block Party and Fundraiser
April 19, 2014
Clarksville, TN – On May 3rd, 2014, the Clarksville Association of Realtors will be hosting the 7th Annual Project F.U.E.L. (Full of Emmaus Love) Block Party and Fundraiser, a community event that is coordinated each year by the Charity Relations Committee with the assistance of the realtor and affiliate members of the Clarksville Association of Realtors.
The proceeds from the event benefit the F.U.E.L Program which helps to ensure that food is provided for hungry school children on the weekends.
7th Annual Project F.U.E.L. Block Party and Fundraiser set for May 3rd.
APSU professor Karen Crow to represent Mid-South in National Vocal Competition
April 19, 2014
Clarksville, TN – Karen Crow, Austin Peay State University adjunct professor of voice, has been chosen to represent the Mid-South Region in the National Association of Teachers of Singing Artist Award (NATSAA) competition at the association’s upcoming National Conference in Boston this July.
The competition is held biennially in conjunction with the association’s National Conference.
Austin Peay professor Karen Crow.
Clarksville’s Rivers and Spires Brings One-Stop Entertainment Spot to Clarksville Next Week
April 18, 2014
Clarksville, TN – It’s hard to believe that another year has gone by and the biggest event of the season is only one short week away.
Next week, starting on Thursday, April 24th, Rivers and Spires will kick off the three-day festival with Throwback Thursday. An evening full of 80’s music, food and of course, Coors Light, Throwback Thursday will bring a total 80’s experience to Clarksville’s Public Square.
Randy Houser to headline 2014 Rivers and Spires Festival.
