9/20 Fort Campbell Life

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Under the Hood of Your Smart TV

New Movies to Check Out

New Games for Family Night

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Editor Alex Zapetis

Contributors Dave Marshall Joyce Ann Acosta Callie Bryan Amy Ran Missa Bean Gift Emporium

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Crockpot Recipes

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Fall Wreath Projects

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Hello Everyone, Can you guess what is slowly creeping up on us? That is right, Fall!

My favorite time of year! When I think of Fall, I associate it with warmth and coziness. In this issue, we wanted to bring you some delicious fall recipes, dĂŠcor ideas, and more to highlight the upcoming season.

There are also some cool smart TV streaming apps, family fun board games, and popular movie lists for you to check out in this issue. They are perfect for when you are all cozy inside your home. Oh, and make sure to read about ways to prepare your garden for cooler weather, and some spectacular take out joints in our area too!

I hope you all love this issue, and I will see you Alex Zapetis, Editor alex@creativeinktn.com next month!

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If you have a SmartTV, then you have an endless amount of entertainment opportunities at your fingertips. A SmartTV allows you to watch so much more than just Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus. There are so many unique apps just waiting for you to discover them!

Youtube is extremely popular, but it is not just a random video locator anymore. It has developed into so much more. Youtube has popular music videos, playlists, original series, movies, and more. You can get lost in the app when searching through some amazing content.

Vudu has a ton of free movies directly in the app just waiting for you to watch them. Registration is quick and easy, and only takes a few minutes.

They are constantly uploading new movies and original classics to their platform.

Did you know that there are other platforms that are similar to Youtube? Veoh allows you to search and filter videos by length, language, and genre. This would be perfect for someone trying to learn another language through videos.

You can watch new movies on this platform without ever having to take out your credit card.

They even have an area that lets you know which movies will be leaving the app soon, so that you can prioritize those films.

Every app seems to make you go through the hassle of creating an account, except for this one! You can watch thousands of movies as soon as you open the app. It also has some pretty neat customizable features for you to check out as well.

HBO has some popular shows come through its platform.

A few include Game of Thrones and Euphoria.

You don’t have to have cable to enjoy these shows either.

They can be found directly on the HBO Now app and are ready to be streamed.

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Ted Talks is an extremely popular global community that is known for their motivational and informative discussions.

Their videos would be great to play in the background when cleaning up your home or doing other chores.

This app is an interactive and fun app that will cover animals, entertainment, science, technology and cultures from around the world with exceptional photography.

Every SmartTV app doesn’t have to revolve around movies.

If you can’t find a create movie on other platforms, stop by Crackle. They have free movies that are just waiting for you to watch them while holding a bucket of popcorn!

One of the most popular SmartTV apps. Everyone knows about this one, but there is a reason for that.

It offers live tv, original tv series, movies, and more.

It allows you to watch cable shows without the cable.

If you have an Amazon Prime account, then you already have access for many free movies, tv shows, and children’s videos. This app also allows you to download videos to your tablet whenever you’re on a road trip or out and about.

SlingTV allows you to watch all the great cable tv shows and sports events, but without paying those high cable tv package prices. It isn’t free but is relatively cheaper than cable.

Want to keep your kids busy for hours? Then purchase a Disney Plus subscription.

It has every Disney movie known to man, as well as other popular documentaries, TV shows, and more.

There is always something to watch on Disney Plus.

Xumo is a free SmartTV app that has a ton of free television channels and movies right at your fingertips. Did we mention it is free? There are a ton of news channels and reality tv shows that are broadcast on the app. It is worth checking out.

Apple TV is another great platform filled with children’s shows, movies, tv series, documentaries, and more.

It is a paid subscription service, but currently is offering a 7 day free trial to check it out.

Fawesome has over 10,000 movies and shows from 25 genres including Action, Thriller, Horror, Comedy, Family and 250+ Free Channels. No subscription.

Instant streaming. Fawesome.tv is also available on Roku, FireTV, AppleTV, and all major mobile devices.

Stream hundreds of hit movies, TV shows and more on the go with The Roku Channel, use it as a second remote, enjoy private listening, and more. The free Roku mobile app makes it easy and fun to control your Roku player and Roku TV™.

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Family and date night movie plans have changed quite a bit over the last few months. Instead of loading up the entire crew and going to the movie theaters, people are opting to stay at home. This often causes an endless debate when it is time to grab the remote.

“What movie should we watch?” We are here to answer that question for you!

New movies to check out on Netflix Desperados This comedy follows three women who fly to Mexico to do a little bit of damage control after one of them drunkenly sends a regrettable email to her new BF. The films stars familiar faces like Anna Camp, Nasim Pedrad, and Sarah Burns.

The Old Guard If you are a fan of comic books, then this is a movie you are going to want to check out.

The superhero flick tells the story of four centuries-old immortals secretly working to protect humanity. It is sure to keep you on your toes.

Animal Crackers For those family movie nights, this cute little movie is sure to be a hit. The animated film involves animal crackers, magic, and survival of a family circus. There are tons of smiles and laughs to be had while watching the film.

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The Kissing Booth 2 This is the sequel to the rom-com that took the world by storm back in 2018. If you are wanting a light-hearted movie about high school love and friendship, then give this movie a watch. It follows Elle’s journey throughout her senior year. Will she choose her first love or the new heartthrob? Or will she end up all alone?

Great movies to check out on Hulu Crawl Are you in the mood for an intense thriller? Then crawl is the movie for you. It follows the story of a daughter that finds herself trapped in a house’s crawlspace by gators. This movie has been compared to Jurassic World, but with gators.

Won’t You Be My Neighbor?

Any Mr. Roger’s fans? This film not only earned Tom Hanks a Oscar nomination for this role, but this movie was praised by many viewers for being an all around feel-good drama.

A Simple Favour Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively team up to bring you a thriller that has twists and turns at every corner. Lively’s character goes missing, and you never know what is going to come next in their search for her.

Hocus Pocus September is close enough to October to watch Hocus Pocus, right? Right. Anytime of year is the perfect time to watch this spooky classic. Time to grab some popcorn and bring back memories of your childhood!

Check out these on Amazon Prime!

Instant Family Starring Mark Wahlberg and Rose Byrne, this film does not shy away from how hard fostering can be and how hard parenting can be. It tackles important issues, mixed in with a little comedy, as it follows the story of a married couple that decides to foster 3 children.

Awesome Movies on Disney + Beauty and the Beast A live action remake of an amazing classic tale. The beautiful scenes, stunning musical numbers, and elaborate costumes will send goosebumps down any Disney lover’s spine. You may have seen Beauty and the Beast before, but never like this.

Hamilton If you are on social media, then you have probably heard about Hamilton, the broadway musical. It has been talked about worldwide and has earned millions of dollars. Did you know you can now match it from the comfort of your own home? Yes, Disney Plus has won access to it!

Avengers Endgame The Marvel world is everywhere and anywhere. It is a worldwide obsession, and for good reason.

The movies are fantastic! Not only can you watch the newest movie, Avengers Endgame, but you can also watch all the other films in the series leading up to Endgame. Binge watch time, anyone?

Late Night Calling all Mindy Kaling fans!

She wrote and costarred in this dramatic comedy called “Late Night.”. The movie is about a popular late-night TV host whose latest hire to the show’s writing team kicks off a chain of events that has a profound effect on her career. Are they good or bad effects? You have to watch to find out.

Clue This movie is rather old, but still a must-watch. Not many people realize that there is a movie based off one of the world’s most beloved board games. The film brings all the suspense and laughs as the real game. Can you guess the killer?

Knives Out After watching Clue, you may crave another great murder mystery. Don’t worry, we got you covered. Knives Out is part classic Agatha Christie-style murder mystery part modern thriller.

Follow the tale of a famous crime novelist whose unexpected death one night after a family gathering makes everyone a suspect.

Rocketman Come and watch the incredible life story of Elton John unfold right before your eyes. It shows every obstacle, hurdle, and step of his journey to success. It has been praised for its amazing musical numbers and story telling abilities.

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With sports and other outdoor group activities on hold, many parents are trying to find ways to keep their children fit and active. There are a wide variety of options to explore and test out to see what the best fit for your family is.

Running This exercise is simple and easy to encourage your child to do. You can do this by playing a game of chase, racing against your child, and even timing them to see if they can beat their personal best. Just 30 minutes of running is enough exercise to last your child the entire day.

Skipping Do you remember skipping around the neighborhood as a child? It is fun and entertaining for children, but it also gets up your heart rate rather quickly. It is a total body workout and can really improve core strength. Did you know it is also a brain booster too? Double win.

Bear Crawl Playing a game of pretend is a great way to get your kids up and moving. Have your child crawl on their hands and feet, with their knees not touching the ground. This is a whole-body workout that really gets up the heart rate.

Make sure you throw in a few furious bear growls as well.

Dance There are so many different fun dance videos that you search for online. Youtube has hours and hours of content. Not only will it get your child up and grooving, but it is also a great family bonding moment. It doesn’t get much better than that.

Jump Around Do you own a jump rope? If not, you may want to run out and buy one. This is a great cardio exercise that also helps support hand eye coordination. Jumping rope can become a fun and challenging game as well. Count and see who can jump the most without messing up.

Ride Your Bike

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Riding the bike around the neighborhood is a great way to get some fresh air and exercise. You can feel the sun on your skin while getting your heart rate up.

Run out and grab your bike, but make sure you hit some challenging hills as well.

Feel the burn.

Are you wanting a break from electronics for a little bit? Does it seem like everyone in your family gets sucked into video games, movies, or cell phones at nighttime? Then it may be time to break out some family fun board games, and start having good old-fashioned game nights again. There are so many fun ones on the market, you are sure going to want to stock up.

Spontuneous - The Song Game No talent required! This fun game is for music lovers everywhere.

Can you think of a song lyric with the word night in it right on the spot? You are going to have to while playing this fun family friendly game.

What are the Odds? Family Addition If you buy this game, you better be ready for some epic dares and great memories playing with your crew. This game is like Russian Roulette meeting Truth and Dare. It will have the whole family squirming in their seats.

Exploding Kittens If you are into kittens, explosions, and laser beams, this might be the game for you. There have been more than 9 million copies sold, which is breaking records everywhere. This game is a cat-powered version of Russian Roulette. If you draw an Exploding Kitten, you lose!

Pass the Pen Deemed the world’s fastest drawing game! Each player gets 10 seconds to draw their picture. If nobody can guess what they drew, you must pass the pen to the next player, and they will pick up where the first player left off.

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Game for Fame If your family is into board games that require silly and funny challenges such as guess the gargle, talk with you tongue out, and more, then this is the game for you. Your mission is to race your friends and family through Hollywood to become the world’s wealthiest celebrity.

Doubles You better think fast and roll faster. Doubles is the rapid-fire, high-intensity board game where players battle to fill out as many words as possible before their rivals can roll doubles and steal the board. It is recommended for ages 12 and up.

Point Salad With this family fun game, there are over 100 ways to score points. Each player takes turns building a salad of veggies and picking up point cards to score the most points for the ingredients in their salad.

5 Second Rule In this game, a player will pick a card, and then read the easy topic.

That is where the easy ends. Once the timer starts, the player only has 5 seconds to name 3 things that fit the topic. Players will be saying “uhhh” in no time.

Throw Throw Burrito Yes, this is really the worlds first dodgeball card game, and yes, you really throw fake burritos. In this game, you will try to collect matching sets of cards faster than your opponents. The entire time you are doing this, you will also be ducking, dodging, and throwing squishy burritos.

Bamboozled - The Bluffing Dice Game Can you bluff your way to victory? Bamboozled is hilarious and family friendly party style game where players must roll the dice and tie or beat the previous player. Tricky thing is, if they cannot, they have to bluff!

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The Fort Campbell Spouses’ Club are a great group of military spouses that are dedicated to helping the community and giving back to local non- profits in need. They do this through hosting monthly luncheons, where all proceeds go to the highlighted charity. They also hold other fun charity events for the community.

They hope to return to their normally scheduled events soon.

You can find more up to date information on their upcoming plans on their Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/fortcampbellspousesclub/ In the meantime, we still encourage people to donate to a few of their favorite charities if you can. One of their recipients has been Friends of Aunt Flo. With the current pandemic, many students and women are struggling to get the feminine hygiene products that they need. If you or anyone you know is in need of these products, please reach out to Ashley at ashley@friendsofauntflo.com so that she can assist you.

If you wish to donate to this great organization and make a difference, there are many ways to help.

• You can make large or medium bags for discreet delivery.

• Donate via PayPal on their website https://friendsofauntflo.com/donate-now/ • Donate hygiene products.

• Host a drop-off location.

• Host a product drive for donations.

• Tell them about a charity that needs their help.

To get in touch with Ashley Jones and Friends of Aunt Flo, please use their website https://friendsofauntflo.com/ or their Facebook page.

To gain more knowledge on Fort Campbell Spouses’ Club and all that they do, please go to fortcampbellspousesclub.org

Favela Cubana’s Mora Picante 8 blackberries 2 ounces roasted jalapeno infused tequila 1 ounce triple sec liqueur 1 ounce simple syrup 1 ounce lime juice 1 large ice cube Fill a shaker with ice cubes. Pour in the tequila, triple sec, 6 blackberries, simple syrup and lime juice, and shake until chilled.

Rim a rocks glass with pink salt and put one large ice cube in it. Strain the shaker mixture into the glass. Garnish with a lime wheel and the remaining blackberries.

Fall Berry Pie Infusion 1 part Pinnacle® Pumpkin Pie Vodka 3 parts cranberry juice Splash of club soda Fill a highball glass with ice and build ingredients in order over the ice. Garnish with a lime wheel.

Oatmeal Cookie 1/2 ounce butterscotch schnapps 1/2 ounce Baileys Irish Cream 1/4 ounce Patron Citronge 1/4 ounce Goldschlager

Pour everything into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake it until the cocktail shaker gets chilled in your hands. Strain the mixture into an old-fashioned glass.

Optional garnish: a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar over the top.

Desert Shield Drink 1 1⁄2 ounce vodka ⁄ ounce cranberry liqueur 4 ounces cranberry juice

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Pour everything into a highball glass with some ice cubes.

Stir it up well.

Drink recipes and photos courtesy of mixthatdrink.com

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When you think of fall, one of the first things that comes to mind for me is warm and delicious crockpot recipes.

Nothing beats coming inside on a cool autumn day to dinner already waiting on you. Crockpots can cook just about anything, and they make dinner nights extremely simple. If you are stuck on what to make in your crockpot, give one of these recipes a try.

Fiesta Bowl by Callie Bryan 1lb ground turkey or beef • 1 can of sweet corn 1 can of mild Rotel • 1 can of black beans 1 packet of taco seasoning • 1 cup shredded cheese Put your crockpot on low and add in your meat and taco seasoning. Allow that to cook for about 4 hours, or until the meat is done. Add in your canned vegetables and give it a good stir. Let it cook on low for another hour or so. Right before it is done, top it with cheese. Let the cheese melt.

You can eat this recipe over rice, tortilla chips, quinoa, or even in a taco bowl. You can mix it up however you like! This recipe is incredibly easy and affordable.

Cheese Lover’s Mac and Cheese by Joyce Ann Acosta 8 oz elbow macaroni, uncooked • 1 can 12oz evaporated milk • 1 1⁄2 cups whole milk 4 tbsp unsalted, melted • 1 tsp paprika • 1 tsp salt • 1 tsp pepper 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup provolone cheese, (cut into small pieces) ½ cup smoked gouda cheese, shredded Topping: 1 ⁄2 cup panko breadcrumbs • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted Spray crockpot with cooking spray. Mix in macaroni, evaporated milk, milk, butter, salt, pepper, paprika and all the cheese.

In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, melted butter and paprika. Sprinkle over the top.Cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours and 15 minutes.Stir and serve hot

Slow Cooker Broccoli and Cheese Soup by Amy Ran 14-16 ounces of frozen broccoli • 1 sweet yellow onion diced • 1⁄4 tsp. garlic powder 1 ⁄4 tsp. pepper • 32 oz. chicken broth • 1⁄4 cup corn starch • 1 Cup heavy cream 1 lb Velveeta Add in your frozen broccoli, pepper, onion, and garlic powder to your crockpot.

In a separate bowl, whisk together your corn starch and chicken broth until smooth.

Pour the broth mixture over your vegetable in the crockpot. Stir, and let cook for 4 hours on high.

Then, add in your heavy cream and cheese. Mix, and let cook for 30 more minutes.

Serve and enjoy!

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If you have a four-legged friend in your household, they are about to be in for a huge shock. For the past few months, they have gotten used to having their human companions’ home at all times. Whether it be the adults now working from home, or the children being out of school, our pets have gotten used to having someone with them at all time. With the world slowly opening back up, and schools coming back into session, it is time to start preparing our pets for that much dreaded alone time again.

Some may find that once they return to their normal daily routines, their pet begins to act out in ways that they have not seen in the past. This could be due to separation anxiety. It can be frustrating for owners, and many start to question possible treatments for this behavior.

Here are a few things that you can try to help ease your dog or cat’s separation anxiety if this issue begins to occur.

First things first, do you know what the signs of separation anxiety in a pet are? These are a few key signs.

Urinating or pooping indoors quickly after leaving • Barking or howling • Destruction of household items Escaping their designated area • Pacing To begin, you will want to try out multiple exercises in order to find the perfect one for your pet. This can be a lengthy process, but it will be worth it in the long run.

One exercise to try is counterconditioning. This is when the pet is trained to think that being left alone is a good thing, and not a bad one. One way to do this is by giving them a special treat only when they are left alone. For dogs, try out a Kong toy.

These chew toys can be filled with peanut butter or other delicious items, and they keep them busy for hours.

For your feline friend, give a special catnip filled toy a try. It will really help calm them down.

Another thing to try is to gradually get them used to being left alone again. Start by leaving for short intervals at a time, usually around 15-30 minutes. When you return, give them a lot of attention and hand them a treat. Gradually increase the time throughout the next few weeks until it is time to return to work. This gives your pet time to adjust to being left alone again.

The last tip that we have for you is to begin every day with a walk. The trick is to tire your dog out every morning so that they are in a resting mode when you are away. Play a vigorous game of fetch with them, or have them by your side for a morning jog.

Don’t be afraid to try many different techniques with your pet until you find the right fit for you and your family. Remember, no two animals are the same. There are also doggy daycare options available for that special pet that requires extra attention.

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Apple pie is truly a fall staple. When you think of Fall, you think of that warm feeling and cinnamon smell. It is not really fall until you bake an apple pie. Everyone has that one recipe that they love, but it is always nice to try new things and spice it up a notch.

Whenever you start to feel that crisp in the air, grab your mixing bowls and give a few of these recipes a try.

Apple Pie Pancakes

by Anne L 1 1⁄2 c. all-purpose flour • 1⁄4 c. granulated sugar • 1 tsp. baking powder 1 ⁄2 tsp. baking soda • 1 tsp. apple pie spice • 1⁄2 tsp. kosher salt 2 large eggs • 1 1⁄2 c. whole milk • 1 chopped apple In a large mixing bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, sugar, apple pie spice, baling powder, and 1⁄2 teaspoon salt. In a different bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Then, combine your wet and dry ingredients.

Stir in the apple. On medium heat, coat your pan with oil, and pour in your mixture to your pancakes desired size. Cook the pancakes until bubbles begin to appear around the edges and in the center, about 1 to 2 minutes.

Flip your pancakes.Top with your favorite maple syrup or whip cream.

Apple Caramel Cheesecake

by Evin DC Crust: 1 1⁄2 c. crushed graham crackers • 1⁄4 c. granulated sugar 4 tbsp. melted butter • 1⁄2 tsp. kosher salt Cheesecake: 4 blocks cream cheese, softened • 3⁄4 c. granulated sugar 1 ⁄2 c. lightly packed brown sugar • 3 large eggs 1 ⁄4 c. sour cream • 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 tbsp. pure vanilla extract • 1⁄2 tsp. kosher salt Topping: 3 ⁄4 c. apple cider • 1⁄3 c. brown sugar • 1⁄4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tbsp. cold butter • 2 apples, peeled and thinly sliced Pinch salt • Caramel sauce First, you will want to make the crust. Preheat oven to 325° and grease an 8” or 9” springform pan with cooking spray.

In a large bowl, mix together your crushed graham crackers, sugar, butter, and salt. Pat down and push your mixture into prepared pan and up sides, making sure it in packed down tightly. Now it is time to make the cheesecake. In a large mixing bowl, beat together your cream cheese and sugars until smooth. Pour in your eggs, one at a time, then add in the sour cream and vanilla. Add in your dry ingredients of flour and salt and beat until just combined. Then, grab your crust and pour it over it.

To achieve the perfect cooking, you will want to wrap bottom of pan in aluminum foil and place in a large roasting pan. Place in oven then pour boiling water in roasting pan about halfway up sides of springform pan. Next, you will want to bake until center of cheesecake only slightly jiggles, about 1 hour 30 minutes. Turn off heat, prop open oven door, and let cheesecake cool in oven, 1 hour. Remove foil and refrigerate cheesecake for at least 5 hours and up to overnight.

Topping Time!

In a large skillet over medium high heat, boil your apple cider, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook until slightly thickened and it coats your spoon. Stir in butter, then add apples. Let mixture cool. Spoon your apple mixture and caramel on top.

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Sponsored by and Do not miss it!

The 1st Annual Fort Campbell Life Children’s Photography Contest is underway!

If you have a mini photographer in your household, we would love to see their work.

1st place will receive a $250 Amazon giftcard and a $25 gift certificate from Staton’s.

2nd place will receive a $150 Amazon giftcard and a $25 gift certificate from Staton’s.

3rd place will receive a $100 Amazon giftcard and a $25 gift certificate to Statons’s.

The winning photographs will also be featured in the October issue of Fort Campbell Life Magazine.

The submission deadline is September 15, 2020., and we ask that there be minimal parent assistance in capturing the photos.

Please email your submissions to alex@creativeinktn.com with the subject line “ Photography Contest 2020” Winners will be contacted via email!

Thank you to Staton’s Art and Framing for sponsoring the contest.

They are located at 4259 Fort Campbell Blvd., Hopkinsville, KY 42240.

They offer a wide variety of custom framing, home décor, art, and more.

No purchase necessary to enter or win. Contest entrants must be children of Active Duty Soldiers assigned to Fort Campbell, KY. By submitting a photo all rights are released and available for use by Fort Campbell Life. Please submit all photos in high resolution (pixel count 1000 or more). Do not submit photos of personal or sensitive nature. Judging will be based on photo subject, creativity and uniqueness. All judging is final. Winning photos will be notified by email and prizes will be sent via mail.

If you attend the Clarksville Riverfest every year, you may have a few concerns on how this year’s event will go due to the current pandemic.

Luckily, they have thought ahead and have you covered.

Due to the COVID-19 still having a widespread impact, Clarksville Parks & Recreation is changing up the traditional 3-day Riverfest celebration into nearly two weeks to include in-person and virtual events.

How awesome is that?

Two of the virtual events scheduled include a virtual talent competition as well as a virtual 5k Participants will run through the McGregor Park 5K or 1-mile course. They will be receiving a commemorative Riverfest Virtual 5K t-shirt and a Riverfest 2020 water bottle.

Another fun event scheduled includes a Cardboard Boat Regatta. On Saturday, September 12 at 1PM, there will be the popular Riverfest Cardboard Boat Regatta. Registered teams will construct cardboard boats and set sail on the Cumberland River. Do not worry, you can still have 3 fans to come and cheer you on, but no other spectators are allowed. To watch the event, viewers can watch a live broadcast of the event on social media.

There will still be an amazing Fireworks display this year on Saturday, September 12th at 9PM at Liberty Park. Guests are strongly encouraged to spread apart and follow social distancing guidelines for this display.

The fireworks will be shot up higher this year, so viewers can see them at greater distances away.

Be sure to check out all of the other great Riverfest events such as Riverfest Juried Art Show, watch some movies in the park, attend the Clarksville Downtown Market, and use the hashtag #ClarksvilleRiverfest2020 to join in on the DIY Riverfest fun.

For more information on the event and get a full set of date and times of the events, go to or check out their Facebook event page @Clarksville Riverfest

Anyone that owns a smart phone or tablet dreads the day that it starts to have small technical issues.

For many people, it is a lifeline. Whether they use their tablets for schooling, or their phones for work communication, many can’t afford to have a device that isn’t working properly. A plus side of having the internet at our fingertips is that there have been many cool hacks shared that can assist you in fixing your malfunctioning device. Here are a few of our favorites.

If Your Device Will Not Charge There are two things you can try when this issue occurs. First, try rebooting your device. The phrase “did you turn it off and turn it back on?” gets used a lot when troubleshooting technology, and there is a good reason why. Many glitches can be fixed by just a quick reboot. If that is not the issue, try checking the charging port for any trash or dirt. Use a can of compressed air and shoot some into the charging port. It will clean out anything jammed in there.

Overheating Device When a device gets too hot, it will shut down and you will get a message on your screen indicating that. If it has been left outside or in a hot car, you have found your culprit. If not, a running app in your device’s background could be to blame. Make sure to clear out your apps on a regular basis by going to Settings > General > Background App Refresh.

Loss of Network Signal Did your phone lose signal and you are not in the middle of nowhere? The cell towers might not be to blame, but a lose SIM card might be. Just use a pin or a paperclip to open the tray on the side, fix it and put it back into place, then close it back.

All done.

Fixing Poor Call Quality Are you having trouble hearing your calls, or are people having trouble hearing you? Grab a toothpick and clean out the speakers on your phone.

They can easily get filled with gunk or makeup and harm your call quality.

Fixing a Wet Device It is everyone’s worst nightmare watching your phone drop into a big bowl of water. Whether it be a pool, bathtub, or even toilet. It happens. The first thing you need to do in these situations is to grab your phone and turn it off immediately. Then, you will want to grab a pin and remove your SIM card. Grab a towel, and dry off your phone, and be careful not to push any buttons. Finally, you will want to vacuum seal your phone, or place it into silica gel packets. Both of these methods are safe ways to draw out water from your device.

Decorating for Fall is always such a warming experience. Changing out your bright summer decorations for warm deep tones can really get you into the season.

If you are in the mood to try some DIY projects this year, then you are in luck.

Melissa, the creator of Missa Bean Gift Emporium, has shared some breathtaking fall wreath projects for you to try out.

Floral Crystal Yarn Wreath: Hot Glue • Wire Cutters • 1 grapevine wreath (6-10in) • 4-6 different colors/textures of yarn 2-3 greenery stems • 5-7 different ribbons, trim or lace (1 yard of trim) • 1 large flower 2-3 smaller flowers or filler stems • 2 crystals or pendants 1.

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First, we want to cut all of our yarn to size. Measure out and cut all of your different colors of yarn.

They need to be around 4-6ft long strands of yarn (depending on how long you want it).

Start wrapping your yarn around the grapevine. Grab 4 pieces of different colored yarn and loop them in the middle over your wreath. Pull remaining yarn through the loop and pull tight. Continue this step until half of your wreath is covered with yarn and you have your desired look Attach your ribbon and trim with the same method above. Spread them throughout the yarn and make sure they are facing the front of your wreath.

Cut down your flower stems to 5-6in and begin to place your flowers. Place the greenery first by pushing the floral stem through the grapevine in the desired location. Repeat this step using the smaller flowers and ending with the largest flower. Flip the wreath over, trim down the metal stems and hot glue them into place making sure everything is secure.

Add your pendants or crystals to your wreath hanging them from the center of the grapevine and from the bottom of the wreath. To finish it up trim up the base of your yarn with scissors. (You can also add other decorations like beads, feathers, pearls, etc)

Floral Grapevine Wreath: Hot Glue Gun • Wire Cutters • 4-6 different kinds of greenery • 2-3 large flowers or different kinds/colors 3-5 smaller flowers in different kinds/colors • 1 grapevine wreath (18 – 20in is standard for front doors) 1. First you will want to cut down your stems on most of your fake plants leaving them about 7in long.

2. You will begin with putting your greenery through the grapevine wreath first. Push the end of the wire stems through the wreath spreading it out throughout the surface area you choose (Side, bottom, top, etc). This will be the base of your floral area. Mix most of your greenery randomly together and save a few pieces to the side as fillers.

3. Place your large flowers by pushing the stems through the wreath. Then continue by placing your smaller flowers and left-over greenery to get the desired look.

4. Flip over your wreath and trim down all of the wire stems. Use hot glue to secure the stems to the wreath (too much glue will drip through to the other side).

You can hot glue the back first and let it dry. Once dry flip it back over and lightly tug on all of the stems to make sure they are secured.

5. Once everything is secure your wreath is ready to be hung up!

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Thank you again to Melissa for sharing these awesome projects. Check out her Facebook page at facebook.com/missabeangiftemporium to see more of her cool creations.

Spoiling yourself it h a nice meal from yo It gives the familywch ur favorite staurant every so often is very not everyone is com ef a night off, but it is also an opre po rt fo un rt it ab y le to lo treat yourself. Unfor important. ad ing up the family an amazing takeout op tunately, d go tions in the Fort Cam ing out to dinner. But favorite food joint. Th pb , th el l er ar e ea ar e so many th at allow you to turn here is what a few of at is why we wanted to know, “Wha yo ur ho m e in to your new t is your favorite take our readers suggeste out restaurant?” an d. d “Whenever I am wanting a nice dinner with my family, we order Krab Kingz in Oak Grove.

Nothing like crab legs to help you celebrate or spoil yourself.”

Alex from Georgia

“Chinese food and take out go hand in hand. It is one of the classics.

If you never know what to eat, order Chinese. It is always delicious and filling. My families favorite Chinese place is China One. It is close to our house and is awesome.”

Pamela from New Jersey Krab Kingz 15912 Fort Campbell Blvd, Oak Grove

“My families go to is Don Jarro. Mexican food is a staple in my home. My children beg for their chips and salsa every weekend. “ Karrie from Florida Don Jarro Mexican Bar and Grill 240 Tiny Town Rd, Clarksville

“When ordering takeout, we never want to drive very far.

That is why Nuttin’ But Wings is our favorite takeout place. It is close to post, and super yummy.

You can never go wrong with wings.”

Nuttin’ But Wings 2201 Fort Campbell Blvd #100, Taylor from Ohio Clarksville “West Coast Taco Shop hands down. I go there for lunch or dinner every other week. It is great. Their burritos and loaded fries are West Coast Taco Shop mouthwatering.”

2485 Fort Campbell Blvd, Julia from Texas Clarksville

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China One 917 Tiny Town Road Suite D, Clarksville “On the days that I am wanting a homecooked meal without all the effort, we order Smokin Chicken.

Growing up, rotisserie chicken was a staple meal, so it is very comforting for me. My son loves it too.”

Kelly from Tennesse Smokin Chicken 1820 Tiny Town Road Suite A, Clarksville “Sam’s Greek Café right outside gate four is really good. We go there a lot.

Their lamb gyro is amazing.”

Lisa from California Sam’s Greek Café 16504 Fort Campbell Blvd, Oak Grove “I am a huge fan of Japanese food and we are always stopping at Yamato’s.

Their sushi and hibachi chicken are what dreams are made of. Give me that extra yummy sauce too!”

Hilary from South Carolina Yamato’s Japanese Steakhouse 2501 Fort Campbell Blvd, Clarksville

If you planted yourself a garden this year, it is time to start preparing it for the colder weather that is right around the corner.

Prepping your garden for the winter helps ensure that it will be ready to go next year. Here are a few tips and tricks to try this weekend to get your plants and soil prepared for the first big freeze.

Clean Up Your Area As vegetables and plants go out of season, they will begin to rot and look unkept. Rotting plants can invite disease and pest into your garden that can cause serious damage to other plants and soil. You will also want to clean up any invasive weeds that started to grow. Make sure to throw them in the trash or burn them to prevent regrowth.

Prepare Your Soil for Spring Did you know that Fall is actually the best time to prepare your soil? Adding great nutrients to the area helps your soil be nice and enriched for Spring.

A few awesome nutrients to dig into your soil are manure, compost, bone meal, kelp, and rock phosphate. After you have enriched your soil, make sure to cover it with a tarp or plastic to prevent winter rain from washing it all away.

Plant New Crops There are actually a few different crops that you can plant in the fall that will help prevent soil erosion.

Those crops are clover, rye, and field peas. Do not worry, these vegetables are a little more resilient to cold temperatures and will bring great nutrients to your garden.

Add New Mulch Adding a new layer of mulch in the wintertime is always a smart idea. New mulch in your garden will reduce water loss, protect you from soil erosion, and cut back on that pesky weed growth. It also helps regulate soil temperatures and that will ease the transition into winter.

Maintain Your Tools Keeping your gardening tools nice and clean can get a little difficult when they are constantly being used in the spring and summer seasons. Fall and winter is the perfect time to clean them up and get them oiled.

If you notice that rust has began to set in, simply use sandpaper or a wire brush to scrub it off.

After sharpening them, add a nice layer of light machine oil and store them in a dry place.

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