Springville Happenings

Published 3:13 pm Thursday, November 9, 2017

The Springville High School Beta Club, sponsored by Chic-Fil-A, is selling wreaths to honor veterans through “Wreaths Across America.” The wreaths sell for $15 and will be placed at Arlington National Cemetery.

Treats on Main sponsored by the Springville Chamber of Commerce had a record turn out on Halloween Day.

Congratulations to the Springville Cross Country Team for placing second at the Sectional Tournament at Fairview. The team will now advance to the State Championship Tournament.

The Springville High School Basketball Alumni game will be held at 3 p.m. on November 12 Springville High School.

The Springville Preservation Society will be selling Christmas ornaments of Springville’s olden days. 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Society

The Springville High School Dance Team is hosting the Halloween Color Kraze Race on October 28th with proceeds benefitting the team. Register online at www.raceentry.com/race-reviews/halloween-color-kraze.

The Springville Farmers Market on Main Street (across from PNC Bank) is growing and creating a buzz with local honey, fresh vegetables, local artisan crafts and fun, food offerings. The Springville Farmers Market will be open every Friday from 3p.m.-6p.m. and Saturdays from 8a.m. -12p.m. until November 11th with booths from local produce vendors and craft and art vendors.

Springville Police Department is presenting a Firearms Safety course which is open to the public. The course includes 2 hour classroom training and 2 hours actual training on the firing range by two certified NRA instructors. You may sign up by calling Lauri Jones at 205-467-6133. The next class will be posted soon.

From the St Clair County EMA: Road Closure at Muckleroy Creek Bridge. AL State Hwy 11 from Whitney Junction/AL Hwy 231 to State Route 23, Springville to close to thru traffic on Monday, December 12 for bridge work. Alternate Route: I-59. Local traffic can utilize Huff Lane to Crawford Cove to State Rd 23 and also Pinedale Rd to 23. Timeline: More than 1 year. This notice is provided from the Alabama Department of Transportation.

The Springville Civil Air Patrol meets every Tuesday from 6pm – 8:30 p.m. at the National Guard Armory. The age requirement is 12-18 years of age and adults may also join as senior members. Cadets learn leadership skills, aerospace, character development, as well as team work. Cadets also learn piloting skills. Contact Shannon Young, Civil Air Patrol- Public Affairs Officer, 205-960-7164 or at https://www.facebook.com/SpringvilleCAP/

The Springville Library

The Springville Library will host “An American Girl Club” for ages 6-12, every first Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Contact the Springville Library for details at 205-467-2339.

The Lego Club will meet every Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Springville Library in the Children’s Annex. Space is limited. Please call or visit your library to register at 205-467-2339.

Local Churches

Christ Community Church is offering monthly “Art Days” for kids ages 6-12, for $5. Register at art.springville.info

The Springville Presbyterian Church is undergoing a restoration. The church is one of the oldest churches in the area. Donations to fund the restoration can be made to the Springville Presbyterian Church Foundation at P.O. Box 429, Springville, AL 35146.

Christmas & Craft Bazaar Hosted by Springville Methodist Children’s Ministry, Saturday, November 11 at 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Christ Community Church is offering Grief Share classes. http://griefshare.springville.info

Christ Community Church is offering a one-time seminar for those grieving loss of loved ones for the holidays entitled, “Surviving the Holidays” on Sunday, November 5th from 4-5:30 p.m. Register at www.springville.info or by phone at 205-467-6686.

The Church at Bradford Road is offering a Divorce Support Group for Children every Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. Contact 205-467-7376.

The Springville Senior Center

The Springville Senior Center started its Beginner Computer Classes. Classes are every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the Springville Public Library. All seniors are welcome. Register in the Main Library or call 205-467-2339.

The Springville Senior Center is hosting a 50s Sock Hop, November 8th from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. The Senior Center in Springville is also currently offering crochet, exercise, art and ceramic classes. Contact the Senior Center at 205-467-6022 for more information.