Jammin’ in the Alley concert series announces this summer’s Line-Up
May 8, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Parks and Recreation department is excited to announce the line-up for this summer’s Jammin’ in the Alley.
The annual summer concert series, presented by U.S. Bank, is now in its 5th season and will feature a variety of local talent. In addition to the live music, downtown restaurants will offer outdoor dining for concert-goers.
Jammin' In the alley last year with McAlister's Crossroads.
APSU’s 18th annual Governors Bass Tournament just two weeks away
April 30, 2012
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN – The 18th annual Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament is less than two weeks from dropping anchor.
The 2012 edition will be held Saturday, May 12th, at Kentucky Lake, with registration and boat launching from Paris Landing, Tennessee, State Park. Last season’s tourney was postponed one week due to high waters and flooding that enveloped the area. Despite the delay, the tourney still drew 243 boats.
Boats heading out at the start of last years Governors Bass Tournament.
First Advantage Bank and Austin Peay State University Present Free Workshops for Local Entrepreneurs
April 20, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The first in a series of free workshops offering advice and training for local entrepreneurs took place this week as First Advantage Bank and Austin Peay State University officially kicked off Building Businesses: A Small Business Workshop Series. [Read more]
34th Annual Queen City Road Race Early Bird Registration deadline is quickly approaching
April 19, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Early Bird Deadline for the 34th Annual Queen City Road Race, scheduled for Sunday, May 6th, is quickly approaching! Those registering for the 5K race on or by April 20th will qualify for the $20.00 rate. Registration after April 20th will be $25.00 for the 5K.
The Queen City Road Race event is a Clarksville tradition promoting fitness and fun for all ages. The 5K race route takes runners through the streets of Historic Downtown Clarksville, beginning and ending at Austin Peay State University’s Governors Stadium, while the One Mile Movement takes you on an exciting tour of a portion of the APSU campus. [Read more]
Clarksville’s Movies in the Park 2012 season to kick off May 5th
April 17, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Movies in the Park, the FREE outdoor movie series at the Heritage Park Soccer fields, will kick off its seventh season, Saturday, May 5th with the Oscar winning film, “Hugo” – which is rated PG.
Come early to save your spot and check out this year’s new wellness feature, “Move Before the Movies,” presented by Clarksville Parks & Recreation, the YMCA of Clarksville, and the Mayor’s Fitness Council. [Read more]
18th Annual Austin Peay Governors Bass Tournament just one month away
April 13, 2012
Tournament benefits Austin Peay Athletics
Clarksville, TN – The 18th annual Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament is just one month away.
This year’s edition will be held Saturday, May 12th, at Kentucky Lake, with registration and boat launching from Paris Landing, Tennessee, State Park. Last season’s tourney was postponed one week from May 22nd, due to high waters and flooding that enveloped the area. Despite the delay, the tourney still drew 243 boats.
Boats heading out at the start of last years Governors Bass Tournament.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s “Spring Eggstravanganza” easter egg hunt was held Saturday
April 9, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Department of Parks and Recreation held their annual Spring Eggstravanganza easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 7th on the Heritage Park Baseball Fields. The turn out was overwhelming, and so the Clarksville Department of Parks and Recreation staff are planning to make adjustments to the event next year. Thousands of families showed up to enjoy the absolutely wonderful afternoon.
Kids gathering Easter eggs at the 2012 Spring Eggstravanganza on Saturday
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department to hold Annual Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday
April 6, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation is holding their annual Spring Eggstravanganza this Saturday, April 7th, 2012 at Heritage Park Baseball Fields. There will be games, face painting, inflatables, and a petting zoo.
Kids can even pay a visit to the Easter Bunny himself!
Kids scoop up Easter Eggs at the City of Clarksvile's Spring Eggstravaganza
‘Building Businesses’ workshop series to be held at Austin Peay State University
April 5, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Beginning this month, Austin Peay State University will join several local organizations to offer a series of workshops to help those wanting to begin a new small business.
Called “Building Businesses: A Small Business Workshop Series,” the sessions will begin April 17th, continuing on various Tuesdays throughout the year. [Read more]
The Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet closed out the 51st Mid-South Jazz Festival
April 3, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The 51st Mid-South Jazz Festival closed out on Saturday with a concert by the Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet in the Music/Mass Communication Building Concert Hall on Austin Peay State University. The concert was put on by the Clarksville Community Concert Association (CCCA) and the APSU Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts; and sponsored by The Leaf Chronicle, and the Clarksville Arts and Heritage Development Council.
The Mid-South Jazz Festival is a three-day musical event in the APSU Music/Mass Communication Building Concert Hall that was founded in 1961 as a way of bringing jazz musicians to Clarksville to work with APSU students. It has since morphed in the last 26 years, under David Steinquest’s leadership, into one of the region’s most successful, professional jazz experiences. Luminaries such as the Joel Frahm Quartet, pianist Fred Hersch and even Jason Marsalis’ older brother Delfeayo have visited the University over the years as part of the festival.
The Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet
