Hello readers! I’m back with this weeks edition of What’s Up in Odenville.

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I ate myself into a 6 lb. surplus, celebrated the 18th anniversary of my 29th birthday and watched my Tigers fall to those darned Elephants. I steered clear of the shopping chaos and watched football and my Hallmark channel. Now it’s time to get down to business…decorating for Christmas and driving my kids crazy with my POPD – “Perfect Ornament Placement Disorder”. It’s a strong possibility that the reason they left me to my own vices last year is because they are completely “over” me supervising where each ornament should hang. That and the fact that every year, no matter what, I somehow manage to put the lights on the tree with the wrong end and have to start all over. Never a dull moment, for sure.

Let’s get to the news:

Community

Calvary Baptist Church is hosting “Christmas on the Hill” a celebration of the true meaning of Christmas this Sunday, Dec. 6, from 5-7 p.m. There will be crafts, games, music, refreshments, live nativity scene and a Christmas Lighting ceremony. Join Calvary as they remind us of the true meaning of Christmas.

The next Odenville Area Business Association meeting will be Monday Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. at the Odenville Civic Center. We will have music, food and fellowship. Hope to see you there!

Just a few more days until The City of Odenville’s Annual Christmas Parade!! Parade is scheduled for next Tuesday Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. The theme this year is Christmas in Dixie. Get those creative juices flowing for your float and let’s make this year HUGE. The route will be the same as in previous years, however NO vehicles or parking will be allowed in the float line up area except vehicles participating in the parade. As our parade has grown there are safety concerns due to the amount of traffic in that area. Designated parking will be provided. Stop by OPD to sign up for parade. There is a $5 entry fee. Call (205) 542-3176 for more info. After the parade, the City Hall will have a fellowship time with refreshments and there may even be a stop from Santa! Hope to see you there!

Chillbilly Ride is being hosted by First Baptist Church Moody’s Faith Riders. All proceeds benefit the Jimmie Hale Mission. The event takes place Saturday, Dec. 5. The ride start and ends at FBC Moody. Free food, door prizes, and live band! Riders are $15 and passengers are $5. Car riders are welcome. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Kickstands up at 11 a.m. SEC Championships game televised after the event.

A huge thanks to all who contributed to the Back Pack Buddies Christmas Stocking Drive. Over 100 stockings were sponsored. This is what happens when a community comes together! Awesome job! Also, Get by Charlie’s BBQ and register to win a custom bench by Scott Tipton. Raffle drawing will be held Dec. 18. $5 donation required to enter. All proceeds will go to Backpack Buddies.

Odenville Youth Volleyball

We will be hosting our third annual youth volleyball camp on Dec. 12, at SCCHS. Cost is $10 and includes a camp shirt.

Grades K-2 will be from 9-11 a.m. Grades 3-4 will be from 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Grades 5-6 will be from 3-5 p.m.

Boys and girls will be welcome, and forms have been sent to OES, OIS, OMS, and Margaret Elementary. If your child has not received one, feel free to message us for an emailed copy. Also, please message any questions you may have. Thanks for letting your child participate in this awesome sport!

Everyone be sure to lock your car doors and house doors! There have been reports of armed break-ins in our and surrounding communities. Be aware and be safe!

That’s all for this week! Send your Odenville news to odenvillenews@gmail.com.

Remember to shop local this Holiday Season and help support your local small businesses. Small business is the heart of our community!