Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center holds ‘March to the Past’ Event
May 14, 2024
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, May 11th, 2024, from 10:00am to 3:00pm, the Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center hosted its annual “March to the Past” event. Visitors had the opportunity to step back in time and experience life during the Civil War era.
The weather was ideal, with a gentle breeze in the air.
“We couldn’t have hoped for better weather, especially considering the rain we’ve experienced in the past few days. Today was truly a blessing—a fantastic day,” William Parker, Historical Interpreter at Fort Defiance, said.
Porter’s Battery firing a six pound cannon at Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center’s annual ‘March to the Past’ Event. (Mark Haynes, Discover Clarksville)
Clarksville Civil War Roundtable to hold next meeting on May 15th, 2024
May 13, 2024
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Civil War Roundtable announces its May 2024 program and speaker. The meeting is always open to interested members of the public.
The next Clarksville (TN) Civil War Roundtable meeting will be on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024, at Fort Defiance Park, our new home, 120 Duncan Street, off New Providence Boulevard. Turn onto Walker Street off New Providence Boulevard and then onto Duncan Street.
Step Back in Time: Fort Defiance Park to hold ‘March to the Past’ Event this Saturday, May 11th
May 9, 2024
Clarksville, TN – Have you ever wanted to experience life in the 19th century? Look no further than Fort Defiance Civil War Park and Interpretive Center’s upcoming event, March to the Past. On Saturday, May 11th, 2024, from 10:00am to 3:00pm, visitors can step back in time and get a glimpse of what life was like during the Civil War era.
Partnering with The Friends of Fort Defiance, this event promises to be an immersive experience with 19th-century living history demonstrations. Attendees can witness Civil War camp life, watch musket and artillery firing by Clarksville’s own Porter’s Battery, learn about period cooking, and even participate in fun children’s activities.
Musket firing demonstration at the March to the Past event at Fort Defiance Civil War Par. (Mark Haynes, Clarksville Online)
Roxy Regional Theatre announces Two Pay What You Can Nights for The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition
May 8, 2024
Clarksville, TN – Rediscover Friendship and plunge into the family-friendly theatrical sensation that is The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, opening at the Roxy Regional Theatre this Thursday, May 9th, 2024 at 6:00pm.
Due to the double casting of youth in this production, we have TWO pay-what-you-can performances of The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition — this Thursday, May 9th, and next Thursday, May 16th. All tickets not pre-sold at the regular ticket price will go on sale at 5:30pm each Thursday evening for a $5.00 minimum donation.
Youth from the Roxy Regional School of the Arts present The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, May 9th-May 18th.
Hilltop Supermarket hosts 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off
May 7, 2024
Clarksville, TN – On a cloudy Saturday, May 4th, the air in Clarksville was thick with anticipation as Hilltop Supermarket held the 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off. Despite the looming threat of rain, the barbecue enthusiasts gathered, their grills fired up and their aprons ready.
“The rain held off, and we had some nice weather for the cook-off. Last night was the kick-off party, and today is the actual competition. Our judges are different county officials, like the Mayor, and other local barbecue experts,” Cody Jackson with Hilltop Supermarket said.
Brian Ford with Electro-Que-Ted was Grand Champion of Hilltop Supermarket’s 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off. (Mark Haynes, Clarksville Online)
Roxy Regional School of the Arts Youth to perform The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, May 9th-18th
May 6, 2024
Clarksville, TN – “Rediscover Friendship” with the family-friendly theatrical sensation The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, opening at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Thursday, May 9th, 2024, at 7:00pm.
Presented by Waterdogs SCUBA & Safety, this one-hour edition of the hit Broadway musical, brilliantly adapted from the iconic Nickelodeon series, is performed by forty-four local youth from the Roxy Regional School of the Arts, ages 8 to 18.
Youth from the Roxy Regional School of the Arts present The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, May 9th-May 18th.
The culmination of four months of hard work by these talented young performers, The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition features Autumn Baldassano, Malin Barnhill, Callista Bishop, Seraphina Bishop, Willow Cambre, Alina Cantu, Elisabeth Carroccia, Aiyana Cotton, Katelyn Culligan, Joy Donalies, Kyler Fewox, Zoë Fewox, Elizabeth Fletcher, Aislyn Gann, Pluto Graham, Yara Harper, Bennet Hubbell, Elise Hubbell, Avery Johnson, Charles Joseph Jones, Phasia Karyeah, Izzy Kelly, Booker Kirby, Meridel Lahann, Marabella Lopez, Lyla Major, Cooper Maurer, Isaiah Meehan, Sophia Moore, Mia Olson, Abby Peters, William Raymond, Aaliyah Rivera, Lily Rives, Nicolas Rougemont, Colten Schafer, Natalie Shasserre, Azaylah Smith, Addy Stull, Rose Walpole, Madilyn Williams, Aria Willis, Adyson Woodring, and Malachi Wooldridge.
In this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show perfect for audiences of all ages, when the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob SquarePants and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up to show that the power of optimism really can save the world.
Directed by Emily Ruck with music direction by Travis Ulrich and choreography by Alex Vanburen and Nikki Ahlf, The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition is based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg with book by Kyle Jarrow.
The musical production was conceived by Tina Landau and features original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alex Ebert of Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants, and T.I., as well as songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny and Andy Paley, with additional lyrics by Jonathan Coulton and additional music by Tom Kitt.
Additional funding support for The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition has been provided by Christy & Steve Crosby and Larry & Barbara Goolsby. This production is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals, www.concordtheatricals.com. Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants, and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc.
Performances run May 9th through May 18th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 6:00pm, with 2:00pm matinees on Saturday, May 11th and May 18th. In keeping with the theatre’s pay-what-you-can opening night tradition, all tickets not pre-sold at the regular price will go on sale at 5:30pm on Thursday, May 9th, for a $5.00 minimum donation.
Tickets are $35.00 (adults) and $15.00 (ages 10 and under) and may be reserved online at roxyregionaltheatre.org, by phone at 931.645.7699, or at the theatre during regular box office hours (9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday, and one hour prior to performances).
Military (including veterans and active-duty) can enjoy Buy One, Get One 50% Off admission to all performances during the run. Austin Peay State University students can enjoy Buy One, Get One 50% Off admission to all Thursday performances. All students (with current ID) can take advantage of $10.00 Student Rush tickets, available at the door ten minutes prior to all performances. CitySaver coupons are valid for all performances.
About the Roxy Regional Theatre
The Roxy Regional Theatre (Roxy Productions, Inc.) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to producing professional live theatre and promoting the arts, with emphasis on education, in Clarksville, Middle Tennessee and the Southeast. The theatre is located at 100 Franklin Street in historic downtown Clarksville.
For more information, visit roxyregionaltheatre.org.
Rain Can’t Dampen the Flavor: Clarksville’s Hilltop Supermarket’s 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off Heats Up
May 4, 2024
Clarksville, TN – The 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off commenced on Friday evening at Hilltop Supermarket in Clarksville, TN. The event started with a lively party featuring a 70s-80s Tribute Band and an array of delectable food available. Despite a drizzle earlier in the day, the weather cleared up in the afternoon, creating perfect conditions for the festivities.
“The weather worked out well. Around 10 o’clock, we were afraid, and it was still drizzling a little bit. But then the rain cleared off, and everything is great now, so I couldn’t ask for any better,” said Cody Jackson, Hilltop Supermarket.
Hilltop Supermarket’s 2024 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off kickoff party. (Mark Haynes, Clarksville Online)
H&S Farms Offers Strawberry Picking and More
May 1, 2024
Cunningham, TN – Nestled in southern Montgomery County, Tennessee, lies a hidden gem for strawberry enthusiasts and nature lovers alike – H&S Farms. With strawberry season underway, the fields of H&S Farms come alive with freshly ripened strawberries, beckoning visitors to embark on a delightful journey of flavor and fun.
“I have been coming here for a long time. We moved here 11 years ago, and I think I found it at least 10 years ago,” commented Diane Gilman. “The strawberries here are fantastic. Every year, they get bigger and bigger.”
H&S Farms Strawberries. (Mark Haynes, Clarksville Online)
Clarksville’s Art Extravaganza: Madison Street United Methodist Church Hosts Art for Faith’s Sake Art Fair on May 2nd
May 1, 2024
Clarksville, TN – Come out to Madison Street United Methodist Church Art for Faith’s Sake Art Fair on Thursday, May 2nd, 2024, coinciding with the Clarksville Downtown Art Walk. This special event marks the church’s 25th Reconstruction Anniversary following the January 1999 F3 tornado.
From 5:00pm to 8:00pm, immerse yourself in the creative expressions of local artists at the Sid Johnson Gallery on the first floor, accessible through the Commerce Street entrance. “Art for Faith’s Sake” celebrates the church’s reopening after its rebuilding process, featuring artworks by past and present members of the congregation as well as artists from the wider community.
Cumberland Winds Showcase at Roxy Regional Theatre
April 27, 2024
Clarksville, TN – Join the Cumberland Winds for a recital featuring soloists and small ensembles in the intimate setting of the Roxy Regional Theatre next Friday, May 3rd, 2024, at 7:00pm.
You’ve seen them perform as a whole — now come listen to the fine musicians from our community who make up the Cumberland Winds!
All ages are sure to enjoy this special evening of flute, horn, and clarinet soloists, a clarinet trio, a sax and guitar jazz duo, a low brass duo, a sax quartet, and the Cumberland Winds Flute Section.
