11th Annual “FROLIC ON FRANKLIN: A Celebration of the Arts” to be held this Saturday, September 24th
September 21, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Historic Downtown Clarksville is gearing up for the 11th Annual “FROLIC ON FRANKLIN: A Celebration of the Arts” on Saturday, September 24th, from 8:30am to 3:30pm. This free event will showcase the works of more than 30 artists, staged entertainment and art demonstrations — 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, woodwork, purses and scarves, pottery, candles, jewelry, woven and knitted items, and seasonal gifts. Items will be for sale with prices ranging from $2.00 to $500.00.
11th Annual “Frolic on Franklin” is set for September 24th, 2016.
Clarksville Makes Pitch for TSSAA Football Championships
September 18, 2016
Clarksville, TN – With a little luck and a lot of community support, local tourism officials are hoping Clarksville will host the Tennessee Secondary Schools Athletic Association (TSSAA) state football championships beginning in 2017.
Visit Clarksville and Austin Peay State University athletic department officials hosted a site visit for seven TSSAA staff earlier in September to show just what Clarksville has to offer.
APSU Athletic Director Ryan Ivey addresses some members of the TSSAA delegation in the Fortera Stadium locker room. Pictured left to right are: TSSAA Assistant Executive Director Mark Reeves, Executive Director Bernard Childress, TSSAA Technology Director Bradley Lambert, APSU Athletic Director Ryan Ivey, and TSSAA Assistant Executive Director Richard McWhirter.
Employer Seminar on Advantages of Hiring Veterans to be held in Clarksville, August 17th
July 26, 2016
Clarksville, TN – There will be an Employer Seminar (Veterans Hiring Advantage) on August 17th, 2016 at the Wilma Rudolph Events Center in Clarksville from 9:00am – 2:00pm.
The purpose of this seminar is to empower employers and human resource professionals about the rewards of employing veterans in their workplace.
Employer Advantage Seminar to be held in Clarksville at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center August 17th.
Free Screening of Pitch Perfect 2 on July 23rd
July 19, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville and Convergys are excited to announce Pitch Perfect 2 is coming to the big screen Saturday, July 23rd as part of the 2016 Movies in the Park series.
Pre-show activities will begin at 4:00pm at the Liberty Park Amphitheater, located at 1188 Cumberland Drive. Activities include an acoustic set performed by local singer Lucian Greene, followed by a performance by singer/songwriter Nick Riggins and his band the Hard Dogs at 5:30pm.
Pitch Perfect 2 to be shown this Saturday, July 23rd at the Liberty Park Amphitheater.
Nashville recording artist Maggie Rose to perform concert at unveiling of newly renamed Fortera Stadium, April 23rd
April 18, 2016
Concert part of ceremony to unveil newly renamed Fortera Stadium
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, April 23rd, Austin Peay State University and Fortera Credit Union celebrate a new era in Governors Football with the unveiling of the newly renamed Fortera Stadium, capped off with a concert by Nashville recording artist Maggie Rose in the stadium lot.
Rose’s performance will conclude a day’s worth of activities, beginning with a noon baseball game, as the Governors take on Eastern Kentucky in Raymond C. Hand Park. At 1:00pm, Governors Softball will compete against Jacksonville State at Cheryl Holt Field.
Maggie Rose to perform at newly renamed Fortera Stadium.
Get Your Game On with Rivers and Spires Sports Zone Hosted by Fortera Credit Union
March 11, 2016
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Rivers and Spires Festival proudly offers a zone geared specifically for the sports enthusiast. Novice or self-proclaimed professional, the Sports Zone hosted by Fortera Credit Union is for you!
From Friday, April 15th, 5:00pm-9:00pm and Saturday, April 16th, 10:00am-8:00pm, to try your hand at challenges spanning from games of agility to games of sports knowledge.
Rivers and Spires Sports Zone
