Good morning, Clarksville.

APSU Theatre will debut two new musicals—A Brief History of Manmade Spacefaring Objects, Mostly and Slotherhouse: The Musical—from October 2nd to 5th at the Sara and Mike Gotcher Theatre in Clarksville.

The shows are directed by Victoria Matlock Fowler and include a special reception on October 3rd at 7:00 p.m. with tickets priced at $5 for students and $10 for adults.

Customs House Museum & Cultural Center in Clarksville has announced a busy October lineup featuring art exhibitions such as Legends Bank Presents A Dream Deferred and Nature!

From Raw to Refined, along with family events, historical tours and creative workshops scheduled throughout the month — a schedule that offers residents a rich experience — from art and history to community culture.

Dr. Mike Phillips marked 35 years at APSU after leaving a corporate career when a bolt of lightning moment led him to teaching—he has earned awards and heartfelt testimonials from students who value his practical approach to finance and business—his family has called Clarksville home since 1990.

At the APSU Faculty Senate meeting on Sept.

18, members rejected a no-confidence vote in President Mike Licari over the suspension of tenured professor Darren Michael—23 votes for and 12 against—falling short of the two-thirds needed; several students protested the decision and plan to email the Board of Trustees for further action.

The Clarksville landfill shreds thousands of discarded mattresses each year to manage waste efficiently—this shredder process shows how local operations handle large volumes of unwanted items.

The procedure supports proper disposal and helps reduce the landfill’s load.

Montgomery County Parks and Recreation will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Fredonia Park expansion (4650 Old Ashland City Road S) on Tuesday, September 30th at 4:00 p.m. to unveil new pickleball courts, a full-size basketball court, an open-air pavilion, and a quarter-mile paved walking loop with an Imagination Library Storybook Trail; a new playground funded by the same grants will begin construction soon and finish in spring.

Claudia Alonzo of APSU received the TSPN Mid-Cumberland Regional Award for her work in suicide prevention during a statewide conference held September 4th and 5th—she regularly leads free QPR Gatekeeper Training sessions for students and staff and will support further outreach events.

The Nashville Kats arena football team will move permanently to F&M Bank Arena in 2026 after over 500 local season ticket deposits showed strong community support—team officials said they will consider a new name in future seasons.

Best of Clarksville Awards

5-9 p.m. — Governor's Square Mall — Fundraiser event — Celebrate outstanding businesses and individuals making a difference in the Clarksville community.

Little Picasso Workshop

10:30-11:30 a.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class or $50 monthly package — Explore creativity through storytime, music, and crafts for little artists.

9th Annual Oktoberfest

12 PM – 11 PM — Beachaven Vineyards & Winery — Entry fee may apply — Celebrate fall with German beers, local wines, delicious food, and family-friendly entertainment.

VanMire Halloween Party

6-9 p.m. — The Back Nine Golf — Free for members, $20 for non-members — Celebrate Halloween with a costume party and golf challenge at this unique venue.

Little Picasso Workshop

10:30 – 11:30 AM — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class — Explore creativity through art, storytelling, and music designed for preschoolers.

AMA Partzilla Regional Arenacross Series

7-10 p.m. — F&M Bank Arena — Exciting racing action — Experience high-octane thrills as top riders battle on challenging dirt tracks.

Partzilla Regional Arenacross Series

7-10 p.m. — F&M Bank Clarksville - Downtown — Tickets required — Experience thrilling bar-to-bar racing at the Clarksville Round of the Arenacross Series.

Little Picasso Workshop

10:30 – 11:30 AM — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class — Engage in art, music, and sensory play designed for preschoolers.

Trunk or Treat in the Silo Park

6-9 p.m. — Old Glory Distilling Co. — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween event with candy, live music, and fall beverages.

Little Picasso Workshop

10:30-11:30 a.m. — ArtLink Clarksville — $15 per class — Explore creativity through art, music, and play tailored for preschoolers.