Aspire To Stardom Lines Up Impressive Judges, Talent Scouts
April 1, 2011
Clarksville, TN – After a very successful first year, Aspire to Stardom is back with another talent filled show.
After hosting several rounds of auditions in February, the preliminary judges narrowed the 1,100 applicants down to just 42. Safe to say that was a hard decision, but it’s sure to lend itself to a group of extremely talented young people. The talent show is only open to people under the age of 20.
Aspire to Stardom was an event born out of the need to let the youth of the community have their talents be seen and heard. The entire event was free to those auditioning; there is no charge to audition or perform at the festival which makes it an even more appealing platform for people who want to get their talents heard. This year the show will be Friday, April 15th from 5:00pm to 9:30pm on the Fun Zone Stage at the Rivers and Spires Festival, Downtown Clarksville. [Read more]
2011 Miss River Queen and Teen Crowned
March 29, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Giselle Fontenot has been named Miss River Queen 2011, while Sarah Gross will reign as the new Miss River Teen. The new title holders were crowned at the pageant held Saturday, March 26th, at Austin Peay State University’s Clement Auditorium.
The new queen and teen were crowned by the 2010 Miss River Queen Kyndal Hayes and Miss River Teen Katie Kennedy.
Miss River Queen 2011 Giselle Fontenot (right) and Miss River Teen 2011 Sarah Gross (left).
The Clarksville Parks and Rec Report
October 11, 2010
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:
- Billy Dunlop Park
- Basketball Leagues
- Jammin’ in the Alley
- Bark in the Park
- Bird Watching
- Kleeman Haunted Mansion
- Fright on Franklin
- Art on the Park Contest
Jammin’ in the Alley Concert to feature Joel Brown – Friday, September 17th
September 16, 2010
The City of Clarksville together with U.S. Bank will soon be Jammin’ in Strawberry Alley once more. Join us on Friday, September 17th for Jammin’ in the Alley’s third year in downtown Clarksville.
This month’s free concert features the Clarksville native and local favorite, Joel Brown. He is sure to provide the perfect tunes to groove to and have a good time. With musical influences like Jack Johnson, John Mayer, Erick Clapton, and Mason Jennings, Joel is sure to get you up off your feet and moving to the music! [Read more]
Hypocrisy explored in new Austin Peay Downtown Gallery Exhibit
August 1, 2010
The Austin Peay Downtown Gallery will present a new exhibit, “Seriously (WTF)” by Donna Stack (’96), from August 5th-28th, 2010, with an opening reception from 5:00pm-8:00pm, August 5th.
Stack will present a selection of video and installation works that explores her ongoing investigation into issues of identity, femininity and authenticity, with a selective ambit into how hypocrisy functions within these realms.
Stack received her Master of Fine Arts from the University of South Florida in 2002 and her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Austin Peay State University in 1996. She is an interdisciplinary artist with an emphasis in installation, video and performance.
Come downtown to Porkin in the Park this Friday and Saturday
July 8, 2010
The 3rd annual Porkin in the Park is Friday and Saturday, July 9th and 10th at Strawberry alley. Downtown Clarksville will be filled with the smell of slow hickory smoked barbeque and the sounds of live music. Clarksville Kiwanis Club is hosting its third annual Kansas City Barbeque Society’s Porkin in the Park State Championship Contest presented by Bud Light. Teams from all over the eastern United States will be competing for $6,500 in prize money in five categories, chicken, pulled pork bbq, brisket, ribs, and dessert. Don’t worry; there will be plenty of championship barbeque for sale so come hungry.
The event is free and open to the public. In addition to the food, there’s live music both nights beginning at 6:00pm. Mike Robinson will kick things off Friday followed by Les Kerr and the Bayou Band. Saturday night Southern Comfort will open for The Beagles. There’s a kid’s zone both days for the little ones with inflatables.
Porkin’ in the Park this Friday and Saturday
July 5, 2010
Friday and Saturday, July 9th and 10th downtown Clarksville will be filled with the smell of slow hickory smoked barbeque and the sounds of live music. Clarksville Kiwanis Club is hosting its third annual Kansas City Barbeque Society’s Porkin in the Park State Championship Contest presented by Bud Light. Teams from all over the eastern United States will be competing for $6,500 in prize money in five categories, chicken, pulled pork bbq, brisket, ribs, and dessert.
Don’t worry; there will be plenty of championship barbeque for sale so come hungry. [Read more]
Bud Willis Booksigning – Part 2
December 9, 2009
Bud Willis was at the Blackhorse Pub and Brewery on Franklin Street in Historic Downtown Clarksville from 3:00pm-6:00pm on Tuesday December 8th to speak, and sign copies of his recently published book, Bluestocking.
A video used to be embedded here but the service that it was hosted on has shut down.Bud Willis Booksigning – Part 1
December 9, 2009
Bud Willis was at the Blackhorse Pub and Brewery on Franklin Street in Historic Downtown Clarksville from 3:00pm-6:00pm on Tuesday December 8th to speak, and sign copies of his recently published book, Bluestocking.
A video used to be embedded here but the service that it was hosted on has shut down.Jammin’ in Alley to feature Cumberland Jazz Project
August 20, 2009
The August installment of the Jammin’ in the Alley concert series will take place Friday, August 21, on Strawberry Alley in downtown Clarksville.
This month’s free concert starts at 7 p.m. and features the Cumberland Jazz Project.
Downtown restaurants will offer outdoor dining to Jammin’ in the Alley patrons. So, don’t worry about making time for dinner before the show. Grab a seat and a bite to eat while enjoying live music.
Jammin’ in the Alley takes place the third Friday of every month through October.
Strawberry Alley will be closed to through traffic in front of City Hall starting at 1 p.m. on the day of the event. US Bank’s drive-through and City Hall parking lots will be accessible.
For more information, call 645-7476 or visit www.cityofclarksville.com
