Governor’s Square Mall Grand Reopening & Veteran’s Day Celebration
November 12, 2024
Clarksville, TN – Governor’s Square Mall in Clarksville marked a special dual celebration on Saturday, November 9th, 2024, with hundreds of locals turning out to commemorate the mall’s grand reopening alongside a vibrant Veterans Day celebration.
From 11:00am to 2:00pm, the mall buzzed with energy as visitors enjoyed festivities, free treats, and a first look at the mall’s impressive new renovations.
Kicking off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, the event was briefly graced with a light rain sprinkle, adding charm to the grand reopening. After the ribbon was cut, attendees moved inside to discover a lively array of activities, from photo booths and celebrity look-alikes to an array of entertainment options spread across the newly revamped space.
Governor’s Square Mall Grand Reopening Ribbon Cutting. (Mark Haynes, Discover Clarksville)
“We’re excited about today. This is the kickoff of a grand reopening of Governors Square Mall here in Clarksville. We’re doing a celebration to kick off the holiday season as well as to celebrate Veterans Day,” said Anthony Cafaro Jr., Cafaro Company Co-President. “Everything you see inside and outside the mall is new. We’ve transformed the mall from the floors to the ceiling. We think that people are going to enjoy the fresh, modern environment.”
“I want to say thank you to the Cafaro Company for their investment in our community. We want to say thank you to Governor Square Mall for being a member investor in the Clarksville Chamber. We have a saying in the chamber that we’re stronger together. Thank you for helping us be strong, and thank you to the community,” said Brian Zacharias, Clarksville City Council.
The mall’s recent renovations brought a fresh look, including sleek new lighting, updated flooring, and state-of-the-art equipment. Mall-goers were also excited to learn about new attractions on the horizon: the much-anticipated Dave & Buster’s will open on November 25th, and a brand-new Phoenix Theaters complex is set to debut in May 2025, promising a first-rate entertainment experience for Clarksville residents.
Anthony Cafaro Jr., Cafaro Company Co-President. (Mark Haynes, Discover Clarksville)
“I think this is absolutely great. It’s just another indication of how well Clarksville-Montgomery County is doing. The growth in our businesses and the revitalization of the Governor Square Mall is just a plus,” Mike Rainey, Clarksville-Area Chamber of Commerce Chair, stated.
“You gotta see it to believe it. But this is really something that’s a major reinvestment in the community,” Jordan G. Hohman, Vice President of Project Development for Phoenix Theatres, commented. “We have a big project ahead of us that people are going to enjoy. I think what it does is bring the movie theater to the kind of standard that you expect looking at the rest of this mall. It really brings it into a modern era.”
Food vendors inside the mall’s main entrance joined in the festivities by handing out free samples that delighted attendees. Favorites included fresh cookies from Great American Cookies, savory pretzel bites from Auntie Anne’s, and flavorful chicken gyros from Same’s Greek Cafe.
Mrs. Claus and Santa Claus with a little girl outside the mall. (Mark Haynes, Discover Clarksville)
Other vendors like Chopsticks Japan, Subway, China Wok, Gini’s Java, and Cinnabon kept the crowd energized with offerings from egg rolls to turkey wraps, ensuring there was something for everyone.
“I’ve been here since 1989, and this is the biggest and best get-together I’ve seen here in the City of Clarksville. Thank you all,” commented Robert Swearingen.
“The renovated new look just brings a new vibe to the mall. It is just another recommitment to the community that we wanted to celebrate with everybody. We are super excited that there are other deals in the works. There are a lot more bigger businesses and better things looking to move towards Governor’s Square Mall,” Governor’s Square Mall Marketing Director Thomas Locke stated.
Shoppers and veterans alike expressed excitement over the revitalized mall and the day’s festivities. Governor’s Square Mall’s grand reopening was more than a celebration of a transformed shopping destination; it was a community event, bringing people together in appreciation of local veterans and in anticipation of a new era for one of Clarksville’s cherished gathering places.
Veterans Day Variety Show at the Roxy Regional Theatre features illusions, comedy and juggling on November 11th
October 26, 2023
Clarksville, TN – This Veterans Day, prepare to be amazed by an extraordinary evening filled with jaw-dropping illusions, laughter-inducing comedy, and mind-boggling juggling acts, all in honor of our brave service members.
Host Jeff Bornstein is bringing together an incredible lineup of world-class performers for the Veterans Day Variety Show at the Roxy Regional Theatre on Saturday, November 11th, at 7:00pm, with free admission for active duty military and veterans.
This family-friendly show, appropriate for ages 10 and up, will feature mind-bending illusions and jaw-dropping tricks by, among others, world-renowned magician Kevin King and juggling extraordinaire Scott Cantrell.
Magician Kevin King and juggler Scott Cantrell are among the talented lineup for the Veterans Day Variety Show at the Roxy Regional Theatre
Cumberland Winds, a Clarksville Treasure
November 30, 2021
Written by Dr. Dewey Browder
APSU History Professor
Clarksville, TN – There is a community treasure here in Clarksville that gets too little credit but continues to entertain and inspire over and over again, year after year. That community treasure is the Cumberland Winds.
This non-profit organization presents a variety of ensembles that include a concert band, the Jazz Project (big band), brass and woodwind quintets, horn quartet, jazz combo, a Dixie band, and a German band. These musicians offer everything from concerts to solo performances that please all ages and celebrate as the occasion demands.
Cumberland Winds
Clarksville-Montgomery County Veterans Day Parade was held Saturday
November 9, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Perfect weather brought thousands to the streets of downtown for this year’s Veterans Day Parade in Clarksville.
Hundreds were gathered outside the courthouse for a pre-parade program that began at 9:00am, at which Colonel Vernon Lightner US Army (Retired), was this year’s Guest Speaker. Lightner is currently the Director of Army Instruction for the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System.
Joining him at the podium was Andrew Kester, Director of the Montgomery County Veterans Services Organization, Clarksville Mayor Joe Pitts, and Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett.
Lots of participants and spectators at this year’s Veterans Day Parade. Held in Clarksville on Saturday, November 6th, 2021.
Baggett Heating and Cooling announces 2020 Veterans Day Giveaway winner
December 1, 2020
Clarksville, TN – Baggett Heating and Cooling is proud to announce the winner who will receive a new replacement HVAC unit from the 2020 Veterans Day giveaway.
During September, the Clarksville-Montgomery County community had the opportunity to nominate local veterans.
(L to R) Alana Ward, Symon Fair, Joseph Fair, Jeremy Muir, and Nicole Darke.
Baggett Heating and Cooling to hold Veterans Day Giveaway
September 1, 2020
Clarksville, TN – This Veterans Day is going to be especially significant for one deserving veteran who will receive a new heating and air conditioning system for their home!
For over 30 years, Baggett Heating and Cooling has provided high-quality, residential heating and air conditioning maintenance, service, and replacement systems.
Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization hold ribbon cutting event to open New Office Space
July 7, 2020
Montgomery County, TN – On Monday, July 6th, 2020, the Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization (VSO) celebrated the opening of their new office space with a ribbon-cutting at Veterans Plaza.
“When I began this job, Mayor Durrett gave me two directives. One was for the VSO to have greater visibility in the community and the other was to reduce the amount of time it took to serve our veterans,” said stated Montgomery County VSO Director Andrew Kester.
Ribbon Cutting ceremony was held Monday to celebrate the Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization opening New Office Space.
APSU honoring veterans and active-duty personnel during Military Appreciation Football Game November 17th
November 6, 2018
Austin Peay State University (APSU)
Clarksville, TN – November isn’t a typical month at Austin Peay State University (APSU). As the state’s leader in higher education for military-affiliated students, the institution traditionally recognizes the entire month, with its connection to Veterans Day, as an extended salute to all veterans and active-duty military personnel.
In previous years, the Austin Peay State University football team has worn special uniforms to honor the military.
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum November 2018 Exhibits and Activities
October 29, 2018
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum
Clarksville, TN – The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is located in historic downtown Clarksville, Tennessee. Come explore an entire city block featuring large gallery spaces filled with fine art, science and history.
Some of the events in September at the Museum are: Max Garner: Personal View, Holiday from the Collection, Christmas Town, John Baeder: The Scenic Route, Camille Engel: Her Home Tennessee and Second Saturday Free Admission Day.
Christmas Town
Hundreds line streets for Clarksville-Montgomery County’s annual Veterans Day Parade
November 13, 2017
Montgomery County, TN – Dozens of entries in Clarksville-Montgomery County’s annual Veterans Day Parade made their way through the streets of downtown Saturday, as hundreds lined up along the route to show respect and appreciation for our community’s veterans.
A pre-parade presentation on the steps of the courthouse featured speeches by Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan, and Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett, as well as the keynote speech by this year’s Parade Grand Marshall CW3 John Clement, U.S. Army Ret.
A huge turnout for Clarksville’s annual Veterans Day Parade Saturday.
