First Presbyterian Church News (Clarksville, TN)

Art Walk on January 2 will feature work by Learning Center students! Come see their art from 5 to 8 pm in the Chapel that Thursday or anytime during January.

The final Open Mic Night at Sanctuary on Main is Saturday, December 14, from 7 to 9 pm. The cafe will be open for you to purchase drinks, sandwiches, and baked goods. Play, sing, or just watch the show!

FPC is excited to feature Kitty Harvill for Art Walk on December 5. Enjoy her work from 5 to 8 pm in the chapel. See more artists displayed by studios downtown!   

Sunday morning worship on Dec. 8 will be very special this year as it will incorporate the nine readings of Lessons and Carols, big music from the choir, as well as art and performance by the children and youth. Second Sunday Lunch will follow. Highlight 10 am on Dec. 8 in your calendars!

Literary Roundtable will feature Claire Keegan's "Small Things Like These," about the  complicit silences of a small Irish town controlled by the church set during the weeks leading up to Christmas. Join APSU Prof. Joey Grisham and Pastor Greg to discuss the book (and film coming out Nov. 8) on Tuesday, Dec. 3 from 6:30 to 8 pm at Hudubam Booktraders. Copies available to borrow outside the church office by Nov. 10.

Bring any artistic project you are working on to Open Studio from 2 to 4 on November 9. Located at 215 Foster St, this is an opportunity to fellowship, create, and get feedback on your work.

Sanctuary on Main is hosting our ArtsConnect "Open Mic Night" every 2nd Saturday from 7 to 9 pm. The cafe will be open for you to purchase drinks, sandwiches, and baked goods. See you on November 9!

A special exhibit is coming your way for November Art Walk: "Catching the Light: Seven Voices, Seven Visions"! The FPC Chapel will feature art by Kathy De Priest, Vicki Davenport, Susan Bryant, Carol Anne Nadeau, Julie Bisgaard, Victoria Keith, and Barb Cobb Edwards. Walk through from 5 to 8 pm on Thursday, Nov. 7. 

Time to start reading for Literary Roundtable! Come and discuss "The Leftovers" by Tom Perrotta with APSU Prof. Joey Grisham and Pastor Greg on Tuesday, October 29 from 6:30 to 8 pm at Hudubam Booktraders.

Everyone will be singing your favorite hymns for the Faith Focus program on October 9! Take the survey to suggest a hymn and let us know if you’d like to share a brief memory about it at Faith Focus. We will try to incorporate as many of these songs as possible and keep them in mind for future worship services as well. Thank you! https://forms.gle/g41CG4X2Sm3Ubz2D9

Bring any artistic project you are working on to Open Studio from 2 to 4 on Sept. 28. Located at 215 Foster St, this is an opportunity to fellowship, create, and get feedback on your work.

The Photography Essentials Workshop will introduce middle and high school students to light, vantage point, depth of field, time, and composition. Develop camera skills and find your voice! Students will take a walking field trip on APSU's campus to photograph architecture, interiors, nature, and portraits.  Sign up here  for Saturday, October 26 from 10 am to 3 pm. 

Using a variety of color media, participants will create one-of-a-kind images that transform black and white photo prints into personal expressions. Tickets are now available for the Hand-Coloring Black and White Photography Workshop taught by Susan Bryant on October 19.

The Photography Critique Class, a group experience for all levels, includes a Photography Essentials slideshow and a discussion on each participants' photography work to reveal their strengths and room for growth. Grab your ticket for Saturday, Oct. 5, 10 am to 2 pm at Makers' Corner. Taught by Susan Bryant.

On Saturday, September 28 from 9 am to 4 pm, join artists from Montgomery County for the 3rd Annual South of the River Art Tour. Enjoy local art for free. There will be 8 different stations where you can experience the works of different artists, including our own Leo Adames! Find locations and map here: https://www.facebook.com/share/QLbLU7uZdTHHH7Yu/

Welcome to October's art exhibit in the FPC Chapel: "Farm to Flowers" by 2Rivers Plein Air Painters! Stop by during Art Walk on Thursday, Oct. 3 from 5 to 8 pm. 

First Presbyterian Church DOES have talent! You're going to witness some of the amazing things our members can do at FPC's Got Talent on Sunday evening, September 29. Dinner at 5:30 with the program at 6:15. Come to the Fellowship Hall.

We are bringing back our "Halloween Hunt" for the 4th year! Ever seen the hidden nooks and crannies of our 19th-century building in the dark? Come out on October 26 from ***6:00-7:30 pm*** for a family scavenger hunt, dressing up in costumes (no face masks please), treats and bag decoration, and spooky organ music. Follows Fright on Franklin events from 3 to 6 pm. This is a perfect alternative to the craziness of Halloween night for families and children!

For World Communion Sunday on Oct. 6, we will celebrate our unity through song and Scripture. You can expect to sing some old standards as well as new-to-us songs from other cultures. You may even hear some of the liturgy read in other languages. We cannot wait to hear the sound of FPC echoing through the sanctuary! 

Grace Lutheran invites the community to their 2024-25 concert season! All concerts are free and family friendly on Sundays at 4 pm. Oct. 6, 2024 - The Cumberland Winds & Organ Nov. 3 - "Hot Water" Silent Movie with Live Improvised Organ Accompaniment Dec. 1 - Red River Brass performing Christmas season favorites! Jan. 12, 2025 - Annual Epiphany Concert with Grace's Choir & Instruments! Feb. 2 - "Hi Fidelity Bluegrass" in concert! Mar. 9 - Bach Organ Music - 4th concert in this series! Apr. 6 - Piano Fanfares for 2 Players - similar to dueling pianos!