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.
Roxy Regional Theatre’s Roxy Reads series features “The Jump Shot”, Wednesday
November 6, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Take a break from our full-size mainstage productions and join us as the Roxy Regional Theatre continues their Roxy Reads series with a reading of “The Jump Shot”, a play with music, this coming Wednesday, November 10th at 7:00pm.
Written by our very own Stephen Shore — hot off the heels (literally!) of playing Dr. Frank ‘N’ Furter in “The Rocky Horror Show” and currently playing the Dad in our mainstage production of “Distracted” (through November 13th) — this reading is the perfect opportunity to sit back and listen to what makes great plays work: the story.
Christmas with David Steinquest and Friends returns to APSU December 3rd
November 5, 2021
Clarksville, TN – If you squint, the asterisk almost looks like a snowflake, which means the symbol is on the theme when referring to the 12th* Annual Christmas with David Steinquest and Friends concert.
Why the asterisk? It’s tacked onto the title because the holiday tradition began in 2009 at Austin Peay State University (APSU), but then the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic put a halt to last year’s show.
Planters Bank’s Season of Giving to Support 12 Area Non-Profits
November 1, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Planters Bank announces today the kickoff of its annual Season of Giving. 12 area organizations throughout Western Kentucky and Tennessee will be supported through the community giving campaign. The campaign kicks off today and goes through the end of December.
Entering its eighth year, the Planters Bank Season of Giving is a community tradition that has a goal of bringing awareness to local non-profit organizations’ missions at the same time as fundraising for the organizations. This year, the focus is on giving back to the children in our communities.
“We have so many deserving organizations in our communities that help support children’s needs. It’s important for us to bolster the efforts of these non-profits who shape the futures of our communities,” says Planters Bank CEO Elizabeth McCoy.
Multitasking madness of modern life explored in :Distracted” at Roxy Regional Theatre, November 5th – 13th
October 27, 2021
Clarksville, TN – With the world at our fingertips through our cellphones and other electronic devices, and an app for every imaginable purpose, we have allowed distractions to invade and rule our lives — but at what price?
The upcoming production of Lisa Loomer’s insightful comedy-drama “Distracted” at the Roxy Regional Theatre explores the multitasking madness of modern life for a limited run beginning Friday, November 5th, at 8:00pm.
[Read more]APSU’s November Science on Tap to explore ‘Cryptography and You’
October 27, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Trust is a premium currency. Its value appreciates continuously until one breach causes it to deteriorate. The transfer of data is built on trust. Trust that protocols are upheld and that the systems protecting your information work properly.
Downtown Commons Movie Night to feature Halloween favorite, Hocus Pocus
October 25, 2021
Montgomery County, TN – Downtown Commons will host a Halloween Movie Night this Saturday, October 30th at 6:00pm featuring the comedic trio of witches in Hocus Pocus. This movie is free and open to the public. Bundle up and bring a blanket for this fall treat.
Tennessee Kettle Corn will be there with popcorn available for purchase and our sponsors will have pizza and candy for those in attendance until supplies last.
Chairs and blankets are welcome; however, pets, coolers, smoking/vaping, or outside alcohol will not be allowed on site.
Gateway Chamber Orchestra to preform Holiday Favorite The Nutcraker
October 24, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Enjoy the holidays with the Gateway Chamber Orchestra as they announce their return to the stage with a modern interpretation of The Nutcracker.
In their first live audience performance since February 2020, the GCO presents the Tchaikovsky favorite with a Duke Ellington twist featuring special guest artists from the Nashville Ballet.
Planters Bank Presents… “Hocus Pocus” at Roxy Regional Theatre this Sunday
October 21, 2021
Clarksville, TN – This weekend, join us for the quintessential Halloween movie and the perfect way to get in the spirit of the season! Planters Bank Presents… Disney’s wildly popular spooky comedy “Hocus Pocus” at the Roxy Regional Theatre this Sunday, October 24th at 2:00pm.
Halloween night will never be the same after three 17th century witches (Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy), hanged for their murderous crimes, are accidentally conjured up in present-day Salem, Massachusetts.
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum November 2021 Exhibits, Activities
October 20, 2021
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 November at the Museum are Familiars: Jim Diehr: Visual Songs, Many Verses, John Guider: Journeys, Customs House Christmas Village, Interactions: Paintings by Judy Lavoie, Little Explorers: Ocean Explorers.