This Week at Austin Peay: “Over Look/Under Foot” lecture offered virtually on Tuesday
November 9, 2020
Clarksville, TN – The New Gallery at Austin Peay State University (APSU), with support from the APSU Center of Excellence for the APSU Creative Arts and the APSU Department of Art + Design, is pleased to present “Over Look/Under Foot”, a new exhibition by artists Katie Hargrave and Meredith Lynn, to continue an exciting 2020-2021 exhibition season.
Planters Bank Presents… “Sunset Boulevard” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, Friday
November 9, 2020
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, November 13th, 2020, Planters Bank Presents… the Academy Award-winning classic “Sunset Boulevard” at the Roxy Regional Theatre at 7:00pm.
Make plans to join us this weekend for the most compelling dramatic story ever unfolded on the screen — a tale of heartache and tragedy, love and ambition, told against the fabulous background of Hollywood.
In this magnificent tale of faded glory and unfulfilled ambition featuring two of the screen’s most memorable characters, Gloria Swanson stars as Norma Desmond, an aging silent film queen who refuses to accept that her stardom has ended.
Sunset Boulevard
CDE Lightband, TVA to match $15,000 in donations to Imagination Library of Montgomery County
November 6, 2020
Clarksville, TN – As the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic continues to surge and affect many local and fundamental organizations, The Imagination Library of Montgomery County is unfortunately one of those facing funding shortages.
With the present difficulties CDE Lightband and Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) have agreed to match up to $15,000 in donations as the Community Care Fund campaign is launched once again.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
Montgomery County hires Elizabeth Quinton as New Program Event Manager for Downtown Commons
November 5, 2020
Montgomery County, TN – Montgomery County Government recently hired Elizabeth Quinton as the Downtown Commons’ Program Event Manager. She will be responsible for the management, planning and execution of events that take place at Downtown Commons as well as assisting with social media and marketing for Montgomery County.
Quinton brings with her experience in event planning and marketing most recently from Vanderbilt University.
Montgomery County’s Downtown Commons’ Program Event Manager Elizabeth Quinton
Planters Bank Presents… “Rocketman” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, Friday
November 3, 2020
Clarksville, TN – The only way to tell his story is to live his fantasy! Follow the fantastical journey of transformation from shy piano prodigy Reginald Dwight into international superstar Elton John when Planters Bank Presents… “Rocketman” at the Roxy Regional Theatre this Friday, November 6th, 2020 at 7:00pm.
This one-of-a-kind musical biopic embarks on the spectacular and inspirational journey of Elton John — from his early years to his meteoric rise to fame in the 1970s — dwelling on his relationships with his parents, his enduring partnership with lyricist Bernie Taupin, and his romantic relationships.
Rocketman
APSU announces plans for Spring 2021
November 3, 2020
Clarksville, TN – As universities across the globe continue struggling with the complexities of the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, Austin Peay State University (APSU) is moving forward with plans for its upcoming Spring 2021 semester, offering face-to-face, hi-flex hybrid and online courses.
Austin Peay State University Campus in the Spring. (APSU)
Austin Peay State University to hold Winter Commencement on December 11th-12th
November 2, 2020
Clarksville, TN – On December 11th-12th, 2020, Austin Peay State University (APSU) will host four commencement ceremonies to honor the University’s fall graduates.
Austin Peay State University 2020 Winter Commencement set for December 11th-12th. (APSU)
APSU offers Online Classes this Winter to get you ahead
October 30, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Students can stay warm during the holiday break by taking online classes during the Austin Peay State University (APSU) winter term, beginning December 12th. The winter term, which runs through January 10th, 2021, allows students to complete up to two online classes in just four weeks.
Austin Peay State University Campus. (APSU)
Roxy Regional Theatre launches ‘I Support the Arts’ campaign with “The Earth Without Art Is Just ‘Eh'” Yard Signs
October 27, 2020
Clarksville, TN – The Roxy Regional Theatre is offering a different type of yard sign after this especially contentious and divisive political season.
“The Earth Without Art Is Just ‘Eh'” vertical yard signs are a new grassroots fundraiser to support the iconic Roxy Regional Theatre organization with a 38-year tenure in Historic Downtown Clarksville.
“With all of the divisive political advertisements surrounding the November election, we hope to launch an ‘I Support the Arts’ campaign that can bring unity to the community around the idea of supporting the arts,” said Ryan Bowie, Executive Director of the Roxy Regional Theatre.
The Earth Without Art Is Just ‘Eh’ Yard Signs available at the Roxy Regional Theatre
This Week at APSU: Feed a Gov gives Food to Austin Peay Students in need
October 26, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) students who need help putting food on the table can get free hot meals through a new Austin Peay State University Foundation program.
But those students must visit www.apsu.edu/feed-a-gov this week to fill out a survey to make sure they are added to the program.
