Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Halloween Event at Fort Defiance
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, October 30th, 2020, prepare yourself for haunting historical tales of woe and terror! Fort Defiance will be hosting their annual Halloween at the Fort from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. The event is recommended for ages 8 and over.
Visitors are invited to gather around the bonfire and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while listening to local ghost stories.
“Clarksville and the surrounding areas have a rich history of Native Americans, the Civil War, and more,” said William Parker, the Historical Interpreter at Fort Defiance.
A bonfire and ghost stories highlight Halloween at Fort Defiance.
Austin Peay State University students’ video about the 24 Hours Animation Contest goes viral on TikTok
Clarksville, TN – Austin Peay State University (APSU) animation students made it as finalists in a 24 Hours Animation Contest then earned more than 2 million views on a behind-the-scenes TikTok video.
A screen capture from the team’s 24 hours video. (APSU)
APSU’s 36th Annual Percussion Halloween Concert going virtual Oct. 30
Clarksville, TN – The COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic won’t stop Frank N. Stein, Mr. Ghost and Ms. Pumpkin from visiting the Austin Peay State University campus later this month for the APSU Percussion Ensemble’s 36th Annual Halloween Concert at 7:30pm on Friday, October 30th, 2020.
Austin Peay State University’s 36th Annual Percussion Halloween Concert to be streamed live Friday, October 30th. (APSU)
This Week at APSU: Art + Design Faculty Triennial exhibition wraps up this week
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University (APSU) Art + Design Faculty Triennial runs through October 23rd, 2020.
The triennial showcases the artwork of our dedicated and talented APSU Art + Design faculty.
360º video allows online virtual walk through of Austin Peay State University’s Art + Design Faculty Triennial. (APSU)
Planters Bank Presents… “What Lies Beneath” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, Friday
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, October 23rd, 2020, get into the Halloween spirit this weekend when Planters Bank Presents…
In this supernatural horror thriller starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Harrison Ford, it has been a year since Dr. Norman Spencer betrayed his beautiful wife Claire. But with Claire oblivious to the truth and the affair over, Norman’s life and marriage seem perfect — so perfect that when Claire tells him of hearing mysterious voices and seeing a young woman’s wraith-like image in their home, he dismisses her mounting terror as delusion.
What Lies Beneath
Gateway Chamber Orchestra brings together Great Music, Engaging Stories, Music Learning for Area School Children
Clarksville, TN – The Gateway Chamber Orchestra (GCO) mission includes serving the community in innovative ways, bringing musical culture to those around them.
Even during the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, the GCO has found new ways to achieve this goal.
Gateway Chamber Orchestra selfie photo collage.
Roxy Regional School of the Arts November Open Enrollment going on now
Clarksville, TN – If time keeps slipping away and you once again missed the registration deadline for our Roxy Regional School of the Arts, then we have great news for you!
We are now offering open enrollment in our Roxy Regional School of the Arts for the month of November to fill a limited number of remaining slots. So for those of you interested in honing your craft or discovering a new passion, don’t miss this chance!
Please note that the semester is already in progress, and these classes will begin the week of November 2nd, 2020.
Roxy Regional Theatre School of the Arts students performing in 2019’s production of Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, Jr.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Fright on Franklin becomes drive-thru trick-or-treating at Liberty Park
Health and safety of citizens remains a top priority
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department is adapting their annual Halloween event, Fright on Franklin, into a drive-thru trick-or-treating experience due to the ongoing COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic.
Fright on Franklin Liberty Park presented by Altra Federal Credit Union will be held from 1:00pm-4:00pm on Saturday, October 31st, 2020. Visitors will experience Halloween throughout Liberty Park as numerous local businesses distribute candy along the route. Visitors are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes but will not be allowed to leave their vehicles.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department reports Art on the Park winners finalize paintings
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department’s bi-annual Art on the Park sponsored by PPG Paints will come to a close this Saturday, October 17th at Heritage Park Skate Park. The contest winners will finalize their artwork that they began painting October 3rd. The painted murals are left for the skating community and general public to enjoy until the next contest.
The contest was open to ages 12 and up and six winners were selected amongst three different age groups. Each winner received a framed copy of their artwork and a $25.00 gift card in addition to painting their artwork on the skate park walls.
New skate park artwork will be finished October 17th
Downtown @ Sundown features Good Rockin’ Tonight for final 2020 Concert this Friday
Montgomery County, TN – On Friday, October 16th, 2020, Good Rockin’ Tonight will perform at the Downtown Commons for the final concert of 2020. The Downtown @ Sundown concert will take place on the lawn from 7:00pm-10:00pm.
Good Rockin’ Tonight is a 1950’s Rock and Rockabilly Tribute that features professional Nashville musicians who perform the most influential songs in Rock and Roll history.
Good Rockin’ Tonight
