Clarksville YMCA Journey to Freedom
June 11, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Area YMCA is once again offering Journey to Freedom. You do not have to be a member of the YMCA to take part. This small group is limited to 10 participants and meets weekly for an hour and a half.
Due to the overwhelming popularity of these groups, we will be offering Journey to Freedom at three different times and locations this summer.
Each group will meet once a week for eight weeks. [Read more]
Blue ribbons and lots of memories at Rivers and Spires’ Quilts of the Cumberland Show
April 20, 2012
Written by Jerry Church
Clarksville, TN – 
What do white gloves, fat quarters, a Civil War history lesson, blue ribbons and a tribute to an old friend all have in common? They are all part of this year’s Quilts of the Cumberland quilt show during Rivers and Spires here in Clarksville, Tennessee.
Madison Street United Methodist Church has hosted the Quilts of the Cumberland Quilt Show since its beginning four years ago. The Quilt show itself is held in the Activities/gymnasium area behind the main Sanctuary with the entrance off Commerce Street.
This year there were nearly 70 quilts exhibited, including a tribute to Bea Goddard, a local master quilter who passed away just 3 weeks ago. Bea’s family members were so gracious in lending some of her prize winning quilts as well as the quilt she was making for this year’s show, still in progress. On exhibit are also Bea’s many ribbons and awards. Bea will be missed by many in the quilting community.
Bea Goddard's daughter stands with some of her mother's quilts
Austin Peay State University Foundation selects new members to serve for 2012
January 9, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Foundation has selected 14 new members for 2012.
The APSU Foundation provides the structure through which the University can work directly with special volunteers and community leaders to enhance the financial well being of the University. The Foundation’s purpose is to financially support the University.
The Foundation is a separate entity and is chartered by the state, with the authority to receive private gifts in support of the University. Through its executive committee, the Foundation makes its own policy decisions. The University provides administrative support to the Foundation. [Read more]
Supplies needed for Humane Society SPAY-ghetti Dinner Fundraiser
October 4, 2011
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, October 7th the Clarksville Montgomery County Humane Society is holding their Spay-ghetti Dinner at the Madison Street United Methodist Church.
If you are unable to attend this Friday’s Spay-ghetti Dinner fundraiser, you can still do your part to help make the event a success by donating any of the following:
Canned sodas, Bottled water, Napkins (red preferred, but any will do) or Gift cards for Olive Garden, Fazoli’s, Old Chicago, Petsmart or Pet Food Center (for drawings!!) [Read more]
SPAY-Ghetti Dinner Fundraiser
September 29, 2011
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, October 7th the Clarksville Montgomery County Humane Society is holding their Spay-ghetti Dinner at the Madison Street United Methodist Church. The dinner starts at 5:00pm with the last seating at 7:30pm.
Tickets are only $10.00 for Adults and $5.00 for Kids 10 and under.
Your support will help the Humane Society get one step closer to opening their Spay-Neuter facility. Clarksville’s first ever low cost high volume spay-neuter clinic.
Albright named Clarksville Fire Rescue Deputy Chief
July 29, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Howell Albright, a 35-year veteran of Clarksville Fire Rescue, has been named Deputy Chief of the department.
Fire Chief Mike Roberts and Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan announced Albright’s appointment to the position at Thursday’s City Council Executive Session.
Albright, 57, is a Clarksville native and the longest serving member of the fire department. He had been Chief of the Training Division for the past 15 years.
Howell Albright named Clarksville Fire Rescue Deputy Chief
CSA Hosts End-of-Semester Performances and Exhibits
April 28, 2011
Clarksville, TN – A full semester of public art and music lessons is coming to a close at Austin Peay State University with a series of exhibits and concerts hosted by The Community School of the Arts at APSU.
For the last two decades, area adults and children have honed their creative talents and discovered new passions through the CSA. The program serves approximately 350 students of all ages and skill levels through programs in music, dance and the visual arts. The CSA was founded in 1990 with the goal of promoting and increasing awareness of the arts throughout the surrounding area. [Read more]
Quilts Of The Cumberland Brings Exhibit and Trunk Show To Rivers & Spires
April 1, 2011
Clarksville, TN – This year during the Rivers & Spires Festival, make your way to the Madison Street United Methodist Church and take in the amazing Quilts of the Cumberland display.
The exhibit will take place all three days of the festival, April 14th-16th. The show will display local artisans with a variety of quilts from traditional to one of a kind art quilts. Quilting is a centuries old art form where the quilters use colors, shapes and their creativity to express themselves through the use of fabrics, various textiles and embellishments. Quilting is still a tradition in many households. According to the Quilters Newsletter study, Quilting in America 2010, there are 21 million quilters in the US and 14 percent of US households are home to one active quilter. [Read more]
Entries Being Accepted for Rivers & Spires Quilts of the Cumberland Show
March 28, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Entries for The Quilts of the Cumberland Show are being accepted online through April 6th, 2011. The event is open to the public and information, instructions and applications can be found online at www.riversandspires.com. [Read more]
The Green Zone Brings A Big Science Exhibit and Interactive Activities to Rivers & Spires
March 25, 2011
Clarksville, TN – During the Rivers & Spires Festival, April 14th-16th, a very special environmentally aware Green Zone area will be set up and will have booths dedicated to all things related to sustainable living.
Participating businesses and non-profits teach visitors about recycling, organic living, nature preservation and conservation. Each of the 12 booths will also have interactive entertainment for the whole family. This year’s Green Zone will have a fun, passport theme. Each booth will have an activity for kids to complete and once they do, their passport will be stamped. When the passport has been stamped by each booth vendor, it can be redeemed for a prize. And like all other activities at the festival, it’s free!
The 2010 Rivers & Spires Festival
