Last Edited: May 12, 2026 @ 8:55 am

Montgomery County and the City of Clarksville are proud to jointly announce a community-wide celebration honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States Independence on July 3 and 4, 2026, in downtown Clarksville.  

Festivities will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Friday, July 3, and from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 4. Community members are encouraged to visit the event website at www.America250CMC.com for the full schedule, entertainment lineup, parking details, vendor information, and additional activities happening throughout downtown Clarksville. 
 
Clarksville Parks and Recreation 

• Pre-order your exclusive patriotic shirt celebrating America’s 250th by June 30th 
  Reserve yours today: https://bit.ly/4dx7nuH
• Altra Federal Credit Union City Family Zone, with inflatables, a magician, and more.
• Patriotic Walking Parade and Costume Contest. Register (solo or group) at: https://bit.ly/4neZptr 
• America’s 250th Celebration, Semiquinentennial 5K through McGregor Park 
  Register here: https://bit.ly/4eGtgJj
• Superintendents Fire Scramble at Swan Lake Golf Course, July 4.  
  Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4cYbaRF
• City of Clarksville Public Square stage, sponsored by PTL Fabrications.
• Visit the historical section on 1st and Franklin to learn about America's history with reenactors, historical interpreters, and displays.

Montgomery County Parks and Recreation 

• Enjoy free carnival rides, including a Ferris wheel, a carousel, and a multi-shute slide
• The Downtown Commons stage hosts live music, local artists, dance groups, a fitness class, and patriotic trivia
• Get moving with Ascension St. Thomas’s free Patriotic Workout hosted by Burn Boot Camp
• Relive history with the Declaration of Independence Reading in front of the Historic Courthouse
• Experience a variety of vintage, classic, and modern vehicles on display along 2nd Street at the Car Show
• Lowe’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, registration coming soon!

The City of Clarksville and Montgomery County look forward to creating a memorable and meaningful Independence Day experience for the entire community. Visit Montgomery County Parks and Recreation and the City of Clarksville Parks and Recreation for additional event information, updates, and announcements as the celebration approaches. 

For parking details, event updates, vendor information, and the full celebration schedule, visit www.America250CMC.com. 

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Media Contacts: 

Sally Read 
Montgomery County Parks and Recreation Director 
Montgomery County Government 
[email protected] 

Michael Hunter 
Marketing Coordinator 
Clarksville Parks & Recreation Department 
(931) 645-7476 
[email protected] 

Last Edited: April 09, 2026 @ 9:30 am

 The community is invited to enjoy an evening of live outdoor music and student talent at Spring Sing, a new collaborative event presented by the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) and Montgomery County Parks and Recreation. This free event will take place on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 6 p.m.to 8 p.m. at Downtown Commons, featuring performances by several CMCSS high school choirs. 

“Spring Sing is a wonderful opportunity for our students to share their hard work and passion for music with the community,” said Blake Gority, Kirkwood High School choir teacher. “Bringing together choirs from across our high schools not only highlights the incredible talent within our programs but also celebrates the importance of the arts in education.” 

Several CMCSS high school choirs will take the stage throughout the evening, including Clarksville High School, Kirkwood High School, Rossview High School, and West Creek High School.  

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Food will be available for purchase from local food trucks E's Squeezed Lemonade and Happy Bun Hot Dogs. 

“We are proud to partner with CMCSS to create opportunities that showcase our local students and bring the community together,” said Sally Read, Director of Montgomery County Parks and Recreation. “Events like Spring Sing highlight the power of collaboration while giving these talented performers a special stage in the heart of downtown Clarksville.” 

For more information about events hosted by Montgomery County Parks and Recreation, visit montgomerytn.gov/parks. 

Applications for the 2026-2027 Montgomery County Mayor’s Emerging Leaders (MEL) Program are now open and will be accepted through May 20, 2026.

The MEL program is for local high school students entering 10th through 12th grade who are interested in learning how local government works through attendance and participation in committee meetings and county activities. Beginning in August 2026 and running through January 2027, the program provides students with a basic understanding of various aspects of county government. Participants select committees to engage with and are encouraged to attend budget committee meetings as part of their experience.

"This program gives students the opportunity to interact with county government and better understand what is happening in government at a local level. I really enjoy having them join our committees and meetings. We welcome their questions and curiosity and encourage them to share their unique perspectives,” said Montgomery County Mayor Wes Golden. 

Eligibility: 

• Must live in Montgomery County and have at least a 2.5 GPA
• Submit 3 letters of recommendation; one must be from a teacher or counselor.

Requirements: Scholarship and end-of-program certificate require all criteria to be met. 

• Attend 6 Committee Meetings
• Complete 3 program activities
• Check in to verify attendance at meetings and activities

Applications for the 2026-2027 Mayor’s Emerging Leaders Program are available on the Montgomery County Communications page at montgomerytn.gov/comm. 

For questions or to request an application, contact Valerie Linares at [email protected] or Michelle Hueffmeier at [email protected] 

Last Edited: April 07, 2026 @ 11:28 am

The Montgomery County Veterans Service Office (MCVSO) will be closed on Thursday, April 9, to allow staff to participate in mandatory training provided by the Tennessee Department of Veterans Services. This training enables team members to remain up to date on the latest policies, benefits, and resources available to better serve local veterans and their families.

The MCVSO will resume normal business hours on Friday, April 10. Residents are encouraged to reach out before or after the closure for assistance.

For more services from MCVSO, visit https://mcgtn.org/vso

Last Edited: April 07, 2026 @ 9:12 am

Sequins, songs, and a whole lot of smarts filled the room on March 23, 2026, as the Imagination Library of Montgomery County (ILMC) hosted its very first Trivia Night Fundraiser—an evening dedicated to laughter, community, and a shared love of reading (with a little help from Dolly Parton).

Six spirited teams—Clueless in Clarksville, Parton Partners, The Wingnuts, The Outliers, Hard Candy Christmas, and Augustine—put their knowledge to the test, tackling trivia questions all about the iconic Dolly Parton. From her middle name to her Tennessee roots and famous family ties, no rhinestone was left unturned.

The evening was hosted by ILMC Board Chair Bobette Bouton and her husband, Nathan Martin, who kept the crowd engaged with challenging questions and plenty of lighthearted moments.

“It’s our 20th year celebrating ILMC in Montgomery County, so we want to do all we can to recognize this milestone and bring the community into the mix,” said Bouton. “This was a fun and easy way to raise funding—and we’re already looking forward to hosting more trivia nights in the future.”

The event was made even more special thanks to the generous support of Strawberry Alley Ale Works, which provided its upstairs space for the evening. Owner Wes Cunningham and his team have long been champions of the Imagination Library’s mission to put books into the hands of young readers.

In total, the inaugural event raised approximately $800—funds that will go directly toward providing free, high-quality books to children across Montgomery County, helping spark imagination and build a foundation for lifelong learning.

For two decades, ILMC has been delivering the joy of reading to local families, one book at a time. And if Trivia Night proved anything, it’s that this community is ready to keep the story going.

To learn more about how to support or enroll a child, visit the Imagination Library of Montgomery County at https://www.facebook.com/ImaginationLibraryMontgomery