Austin Peay State University student promotes music education in Washington, D.C.
September 23, 2015
Clarksville, TN – In July, Austin Peay State University music education student Davey Edmaiston boarded an airplane for the first time. If he was nervous, the Troy, Tennessee, native probably calmed himself by thinking about the importance of his trip. In a few hours, he’d land in Washington, D.C., to ask members of the U.S. Congress to make music education a priority for American school children.
“I’d never been anywhere out of the state before. First plane ride and everything. My mom was pretty scared,” Edmaiston said. “But we got to meet with senators and House representatives and talk about the Every Child Achieves Act, which identifies music as a core-curricular so every student has access to music.”
Austin Peay student Davey Edmaiston.
Riverfest to feature “Earth Explorers” Kids’ Area
September 4, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The Kids’ Area at Riverfest is the perfect place to bring kids of all ages. They’ll enjoy interactive games and exhibits, hands-on learning activities, and some giant inflatables! Everyone is sure to love the new 2015 theme: “Earth Explorers” as they explore over 20 different local vendors and cultural groups.
The Riverfest Kids’ Area is located at the North Extension of McGregor Park (behind O’Charleys) and is open Friday, September 11th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm and Saturday, September 12th from 10:00am to 8:00pm. Performances will take place every hour on Saturday.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for August 2nd, 2015
August 2, 2015
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: Learn the fundamentals of Archery, Summer Liberty Live Concert Series, Select City Pools to extend season through Labor Day and Riverfest.
Select City of Clarksville Pools to extend season through Labor Day.
Clarksville’s Dunbar Cave State Park Programs for July 25th through July 31st, 2015
July 21, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Natural Area has been a State Park since 1973. The cave and its surrounding 110 acres have considerable scenic, natural and historical significance. The entrance offered shelter to prehistoric Native Americans as far back as 10,000 years.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will present many nature programs during the year. There are programs for children and adults.
Some of the upcoming events include: Cooling at the Cave, and Cave Hikes.
Cumberland Winds Jazz Project to play at Cooling in the Cave this Saturday, July 25th at Dunbar Cave.
Cooling at the Cave to be held at Dunbar Cave this Saturday July 25th, 2015
July 20, 2015
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, July 25th, from 3:00pm-5:00pm, come out to Dunbar Cave State Park for the annual Cooling at the Cave event. Join the Friends of Dunbar Cave in enjoying live music, games and refreshments at the cool cave entrance.
Prior to air conditioning being widely available, locals would gather at Dunbar Cave to enjoy the cool air gently blowing from the mouth of the cave. Many concerts were held there as people would fellowship and beat the heat of summer.
Cumberland Winds Jazz Project
Hilltop Supermarket to hold Cruise in Car Show Saturday, May 30th
May 27, 2015
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, May 30th, there will be a Cruise in Car Show at Hilltop Supermarket starting at 4:00pm. There will be great cars, food, music and fun for everyone.
Come out and support our local firefighters. The Palmyra Volunteer Fire Department will be cooking the food.
Cruise in Car Show at Hilltop Supermarket this Saturday, May 30th, 2015.
Rivers and Spires Festival was great fun for everyone
April 21, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The 13th annual Rivers and Spires Festival concluded Saturday, April 18th with beautiful weather, great music, wonderful food and entertainment for everyone.
Speaking of food, there were freshly dipped corn dogs, kettle corn, funnel cakes, hotdogs, brats, gyros along with plenty of iced tea and lemonade. The gyros was particularly good. Everything was reasonably priced.
Everybody had a swashbuckling good time at Rivers and Spires.
Rivers and Spires Festival Road Closures
April 14, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The 13th Annual Rivers and Spires Festival, April 16th-18th in downtown Clarksville, is free and open to the public. The Festival features five stages of music and entertainment, arts and crafts, marketplace, food vendors and activities for all ages.
Road closures for this week have been announced for the Rivers and Spires Festival in downtown Clarksville.
Rivers and Spires Festival begins Thursday, April 16th
April 14, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville’s award winning Rivers and Spires Festival returns with a packed three day schedule of free entertainment for everyone April 16th-19th.
Long considered Clarksville’s largest event, the Festival has an estimated 40,000 in attendance annually. Festival goers enjoy expertly combined dynamic music, artistic exhibits, thrilling competitions, and intriguing vendor booths.
A young girl enjoys one of the Inflatables at the Rivers and Spires Festival
APSU’s Watauga Arts Academy looking for high school students interested in the arts
April 13, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The Watauga Arts Academy, hosted by Austin Peay State University, is a summer program offering high school students the opportunity to participate in a collaborative and creative “think tank” for visual arts, music, dance and theatre.
Watauga is a two-week residential arts camp for students in grades 9-12, with this year’s camp taking place June 14th-27th.
APSU’s Watauga Arts Academy
