Clarksville Community Centers to close temporarily for annual maintenance
November 17, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation would like to remind citizens that each of the three community centers will be closing temporarily to conduct their annual maintenance period.
The Crow Community Center, located at 211 Richview Road, will be closed December 3rd-9th. [Read more]
Lois Lowry’s Award-Winning and Thought-Provoking “The Giver” Takes the Roxy Regional Theatre Stage, November 14th – 17th
November 10, 2012
Clarksville, TN – This November, the Roxy Regional Theatre explores the question, “What would you would be willing to compromise in order to lead a life free of poverty, war and suffering?”
Based on Lois Lowry’s Newbery Award-winning book, “The Giver” will captivate and transform both young and old alike with five public performances only, beginning Wednesday, November 14th, at 7:00pm.
(L to R) Jay Doolittle, Rob Rodems and Michelle Foletta, in “The Giver” set to open Wednesday, November 14th at the Roxy Regional Theatre.
Fright on Franklin Saturday afternoon in Downtown Clarksville
October 26, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The 4th Annual Fright on Franklin, presented by The City of Clarksville and Planter’s Bank, will take place, Saturday, October 27th, beginning at 3:00pm in Downtown Clarksville.
A young girl receives candy at Fright on Franklin
Go Commando Half Marathon & 5k Powered by CDE Lightband Road Closures Announced
October 17, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Road closures for this weekend have been announced for the 2nd Annual Go Commando Half Marathon & 5k powered by CDE Lightband in downtown Clarksville.
The following streets will be experience intermittent delays from 7:00am until 11:30am on Saturday, October 20th, 2012. [Read more]
Entries now being accepted for the 53rd Annual Christmas Parade
October 17, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville and Montgomery County Government have partnered with Agero to host the 53rd Annual Christmas Parade.
The parade will be a night-time, lighted Christmas parade and is scheduled for December 1st, 2012 beginning at 5:00pm.
This year’s parade will feature both the Austin Peay State University Governors Own Marching Band and the Tennessee State University Band, dozens of businesses and organizations, as well as Santa Claus.
2011 Clarksville Christmas Parade
Couture Crush Celebrates Successful First Year in Business
October 13, 2012
With strong sales, owner looking to open second location
Clarksville, TN – Couture Crush, an independently owned ladies boutique, recently completed the first year of business in October 2012. Located in downtown Clarksville, the specialty retail shop carries a mix of women’s clothing, accessories, jewelry, home accessories, and gifts, appealing to the community’s fashion-conscious.
Owned by Clarksville native and recent Austin Peay State University graduate Kaley Drew, Couture Crush surpassed first year goals and attributed strong local customer response to the better-than-planned sales.
Couture Crush owner Kaley Drew.
Austin Peay State University ‘True Colors’ Homecoming 2012 is October 24th-27th
October 6, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University will celebrate Homecoming 2012 with the theme, “True Colors.”
Homecoming is October 24th-27th. Here is a list of events planned as part of the week long celebration. Many of the events are open to the public.
Some of the events include a Student Talent Show, Golf Tournament, Alumni Receptions, 5K Run, Homecoming Parade, Homecoming Football game and so much more.
The APSU Governor during the 2011 Austin Peay State University Homecoming Parade
Burt-Cobb Community Center to offer Adult Karate
October 5, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s Burt-Cobb Community Center is providing an outlet for adults to get physical exercise while burning off some steam.
Burt-Cobb hosts Adult Karate weekly at the center, located at 1011 Franklin Street, for ages 18 and older. [Read more]
Humane Society of Clarksville Montgomery County “Blessing of the Animals” this Saturday
October 2, 2012
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, October 6th, the Humane Society of Clarksville Montgomery County will have their Blessing of the Animals event the Courtyard at Trinity Episcopal Church starting at 10:00am.
Blessing of deceased, ill, and other animals that can’t be in attendance will be done by proxy (bring photos, stuffed animals, or other special items relating to the pet to be blessed). Foster families and rescue organizations are invited to attend! Light refreshments will be served. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for September 30th, 2012
September 30, 2012
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:
- Indoor Aquatic Center to open for the season
- Bark in the Park
- Youth Basketball League Registration & Coaches training
- Fright on Franklin
