Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for January 15th
January 15, 2012
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:
- Nominate a Coach TODAY!
- Clarksville Sports Festival
- Story Tellers
- Get in shape with Zumba!
- Adult Volleyball League Seeks Players
- Indoor Aquatic Center Promotions Extended
Austin Peay State University Foundation selects new members to serve for 2012
January 9, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Foundation has selected 14 new members for 2012.
The APSU Foundation provides the structure through which the University can work directly with special volunteers and community leaders to enhance the financial well being of the University. The Foundation’s purpose is to financially support the University.
The Foundation is a separate entity and is chartered by the state, with the authority to receive private gifts in support of the University. Through its executive committee, the Foundation makes its own policy decisions. The University provides administrative support to the Foundation. [Read more]
Award entries are being sought for second annual Legends Award
January 4, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Nominations are now being accepted for the second Clarksville Sports Festival Legends Awards.
The City of Clarksville Parks & Recreation Department along with Legends Bank have partnered in an effort to honor both current and past coaches who are or have made a unique difference and solid contribution to sports and athletics in the Clarksville-Montgomery County area. [Read more]
September Chamber of Commerce Events
September 5, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce announces upcoming events during the month of September.
The Chamber’s Business After Hours will be held on Thursday, September 15th from 5:00pm-7:00pm. The event will be hosted by Legends Bank, 2120 Wilma Rudolph Boulevard. Join us for food, networking and fun. This event is offered at no cost. [Read more]
Legends Bank Recognized for Most School Supplies Collected
August 26, 2011
Montgomery County, TN – Clarksville-Montgomery County Education Foundation President Terry Strange presents Legends Bank Vice President of Marketing Brittney Campbell with the top collector award in the Apples for Education Challenge.
Legends Bank branches and Cumberland Bank and Trust collected school supplies for the CMC Teachers Warehouse in July and August.
Legends collected $400.00 and more than 500 school supplies.
Apples for Education Campaign Brings in Supplies for Teachers and Students
August 19, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Two local banks and their branches participated in the Clarksville Montgomery County Education Foundation’s “Apples for Education,” a school supply drive and donation campaign to stock items for the teachers’ free supply store. The campaign began in late July and ended on Monday.
Legends Bank presented $400.00 and between 400 to 500 school supply items. Cumberland Bank & Trust donated $68.00 and around 100 items. [Read more]
Collin Raye to headline Riverfest 2011
August 10, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Join the City of Clarksville and Bud Light along the banks of the Cumberland River as they celebrate Clarksville’s river heritage at the 24th annual Riverfest Celebration, September 9th and 10th, 2011. This free, two day music and arts festival features four stages of a variety of local, regional and nationally-known entertainers, delicious food, and fun for the entire family.
The music kicks off at 5:00pm, Friday, with a great lineup of Christian performers on the Mary’s the Music Store Stage to include Britt Nicole who will perform at 9:00pm. Ekoh, Black Market Research and UZoo – The Authentic U2 Tribute Band Experience will take to the Bud Light Stage on Friday night, followed by the ultimate Journey tribute band, Chain Reaction.
Come down to McGregor Park Tonight and Celebrate Independence Day
July 3, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville and Aetna Insurance are joining together to celebrating our nation’s independence with the fourth annual Independence Day Celebration tonight down at McGregor Park. The event will be filled with food, fun and entertainment for the entire family. It all starts 6:00pm.
Local performers Tina Brown and Chris Robertson will provide live music throughout the evening, followed by country music artist, John Anderson. With more than 40 singles on the Billboard country music charts, Anderson has five Number Ones: “Wild and Blue,” “Swingin’,” “Black Sheep,” and “Money in the Bank.” The night will end with a spectacular fireworks finale, the largest in Clarksville.
John Anderson to Perform at the City of Clarksville’s Independence Day Celebration
June 9, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville and Aetna Insurance are celebrating our nation’s independence this year with the fourth annual Independence Day Celebration on Sunday, July 3rd, at McGregor Park. The event will be filled with food, fun and entertainment for the entire family. Activities begin at 6:00pm.
17th annual Governors Bass Tournament is just two weeks away
April 30, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The 17th annual Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament is just two weeks away.
This year’s version will be held Saturday, May 14th, at Kentucky Lake, with registration and boat launching from Paris Landing, Tennessee, State Park. Last season’s tourney was postponed from May 8th to May 23rd, due to flood conditions that surrounded the area. Despite the two-week delay, the tourney still drew 269 boats.
Despite recent heavy rains, this year’s tourney looks promising. APSU again is hopeful of approaching the 300-boat total—the record of 333 was set in 2009.