Hey Clarksville, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Chi-Town Dogs’ return, Wawa’s opening, and a free clothing swap + lots of fun things to do for free.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A longtime comeback story: Clarksville favorite Chi-Town Dogs will reopen on Riverside Drive by the end of June, with a lunch-only schedule as Dan Johnson and Elizabeth Self finish repairs and refitting -- see Chi-Town’s return.
Boosting local financial resilience: Clarksville secured a $150,000 grant to launch a Financial Empowerment Center offering one-on-one financial counseling and coaching for residents. The center is expected to launch in 2026 -- learn what the center offers.
Wawa’s Tennessee expansion begins: Wawa will open its first Tennessee store in Clarksville June 18 at 1290 Parkway Pl, with free T-shirts for the first 250 customers and seven Tennessee locations planned this year -- get Wawa opening details.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Slurp time, Clarksville: Whether you’re craving a steaming bowl of pho, fresh spring rolls, or a sushi roll with bubble tea on standby, PHO KING Japanese & Vietnamese Restaurant brings the comforting, family-owned vibes Clarksville loves. Give your usual takeout a night off, your chopsticks deserve some excitement.
Find your inner ninja: Clarksville parents and weekend warriors, Soar Over Obstacles turns Ninja Warrior, parkour, and obstacle-course fun into real confidence for kids, teens, and grown-ups. Family sessions, women-only options, and beginner-friendly coaching make it a sneaky-good way to get moving, laugh a little, and impress the playground.
Serious sandwiches, fun vibes: Since 2012, Wicked Good Sandwiches has been Clarksville’s low-key hangout for killer sandwiches and good times, with a mini arcade and live shows in the mix. Grab an Italian Grinder or the Green Monstah, maybe a Peay Bread to share, then call it a win.
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05 — The event calendar Free events worth checking outFree things to do in the coming days and weeks. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎨 Fire & Glaze Paint Party @ Governor's Square Mall | Thursday (6/18) at 11:00 AM – Think your fridge could use a fresh gallery show? There’s a free paint party for the littles beside Cinnabon, where tiny artists can paint, play, and head home with a masterpiece, while you enjoy the cinnamon cloud, the easy outing, and zero cleanup.
🎨 Arts for Hearts Family Art Event @ The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone | Thursday (6/18) at 11:00 AM – If your fridge art collection needs an upgrade, Arts for Hearts is back with a family project even the tiniest glue-stick pros can handle. They bring the supplies, you bring the kids and the patience. It is free, community-room cozy, and yes, registration is required.
🧴 Isabella Skin Assessment Evening @ Peak Performance HC | Thursday (6/18) at 4:00 PM – Think your Clarksville sun spots are just “character”? Peek under the hood with a complimentary, medical-grade skin assessment at Peak Performance Health Clinic, with personalized advice for rejuvenation, pigmentation, acne and scarring, texture and tone, hair reduction, and even tattoo do-overs. Real talk, zero fluff.
🤝 Community Service Meetup @ Manna Cafe | Saturday (6/20) at 8:00 AM – Trade your Saturday errands for a Community Service Meetup that actually makes a dent, every Saturday. We pick up, plant, paint, and chat with neighbors you actually recognize, then grab coffee because we earned it. Good deeds, light sweat, zero committee meetings.
☕ June Clarksville Cars n’ Coffee @ Getsome Coffee | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Clarksville’s monthly Cars n’ Coffee pulls into Getsome Coffee, where the caffeine is strong and the paint jobs stronger. It’s free, rain or shine, so bring the garage queen, park in the movie theater lot, and leave no trace but tire talk.
📓 Junk Journal Meet Ups 2026 @ The Ghoul Haus | Sunday (6/21) at 12:00 PM – Consider this your monthly excuse to play with paper, glue, and all the ephemera you’ll swear you’ll use someday. Seasoned makers and curious first-timers are welcome, there are shared supplies, bring your own journal, and yes, it’s free.
👕 CRD’s Summer Clothing Swap @ Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library | Sunday (6/21) at 2:00 PM – Closet still hoarding coats, scarves, and that heroic sweater? Bring 1 to 10 winter items or take what you need at Clarksville Roller Derby's free swap at the North Branch library, first come, no holds, leftovers donated, no undergarments, plus info table for derby-curious.
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06 — Announcement In case you missed itWe opened The Insiders’ Club last week and hundreds of folks have already joined (seriously… can’t thank you enough!!). For a few bucks a month, The Club gives you every newsletter ad-free on your schedule, plus members-only updates to help you stay connected to your community. The Weekly Events Roundup is my favorite feature. You get one email a week with all the best events and nothing else cluttering it up. Want only that? Skip the daily emails and turn the rest off. Join the club → |
07 — The Clarksville report Weather forecastToday — High: 83°F — Low: 63°F — Precip: 0%
Areas of fog before 7am. Sunny, with a high near 83. South southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tomorrow — High: 89°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 16%
A slight chance of rain showers before 7am. Sunny, with a high near 89. South southwest wind 0 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A chance of rain showers after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. South southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. This house is wildThis exceptionally upgraded 4-bedroom, 3-bath home brings luxury and easy living together with an open-concept layout and a versatile bonus room that can serve as a 5th bedroom. The main-level guest suite adds privacy, while the kitchen shines with premium appliances and custom cabinetry. Outside, a heated saltwater pool, covered patio, and Generac whole-home generator elevate everyday comfort.
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