The Springville Civil Air Patrol, Al-126 hosted Codie Osborne on October 15 to talk about his time going through training for the USMC for a leadership class. The CAP also gave out certificates to the senior members for helping out with color guard academy and some certificates to the cadets who ranked up this month.

Congratulations to Springville Anglers, Brent Cowley and Mason Beck for placing 9th overall in the 2nd annual Chance Isbell Memorial Tournament on Logan Martin on October 13.

The Springville Public Library’s Homeschool event, “Exploring Clay” with Vickey Wheeler on October 17 had a large turnout for a pottery wheel demonstration and had the opportunity to all participate in creating something together. 

Springville Elementary School celebrated “Special Olympics Day” with a celebrating walk to show support and encouragement for special needs students.

Springville Youth Basketball is now holding registration for K-6th grade in the month of October. in-person registration will be held on Saturday October 27 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. http://www.quickscores.com/springvillebasketball 

The Springville Chamber of Commerce will host a Veteran’s Dinner for all military veterans and their spouse living in the Springville area at the Choppin’ Block Restaurant  located at 140 Purple Heart Boulevard at 6 p.m. on Monday, November 5. RSVP or contact Chaplain, Lonnie Wadsworth  lonnie.wadsworth@charter.net

Springville High School is planning a fundraiser for alumni Nick Roberts to support him in his battle against cancer. The Alumni Games will be held at SHS on Sunday, November 11.

Downtown Doodles shirts will be on sale at the Historical Society Museum. They are printed on both sides with Doodles of main street, from the 4-Way Stop down to about New Talladega Road. If you have questions please contact the gift shop manager at 205-542-4330 or 205-467-6051.

The Springville Farmers Market is open adjacent to Big Springs Park every weekend.

Springville Area Fall Festival Round-Up

●          October 27, Fall Festival at Friendship Baptist Church, Highway 411, 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

●          Oct.28, CrossPoint in Argo, 4 to 6 p.m. 

●          October 31, Treats on Main & FBC Trussville, 4-6 p.m.

●          October 31,  Trunk or Treat – Church at Bradford Road, 6:30-7 p.m.

●          October 31, Trunk or Treat – One Eighty Church

●          October 31, Trunk or Treat -Clearbranch Church, 5:30 p.m. 

Springville Senior Center

• Ceramics classes on Mondays and Friday from 12-2 p.m.
• Quilting classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
• Sunrise Walking Group. They meet on Fridays at the bridge at Big Springs Park at 9:30 a.m.
• 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. 

Springville Library

• Preschool  Storytime is held every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in the Children’s Annex.
• Adoption/Foster Care Support Group will be held October 16 at 5:30 p.m.
• Fall Crafts – Lunch & Learn will be held October 19 at noon.
• Ancestry Genealogy Research will be held on Saturday, October 20 at 10:30 a.m.
• October 23 – Wild Reader Book Club: Grades 5-8 at 10 a.m.

The Springville Preservation Society is now taking reservations for use of the historic “Little House” located adjacent to the Police Department for events or meetings. Rates are $25 for 2 hours, $50 for four hours and $100 per day. Contact Sara Trotter or reservations at 205-467-3000.

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

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

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

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.

The Springville Civil Air Patrol meets every Tuesday from 6 – 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 and piloting skills. Contact Shannon Young, Civil Air Patrol- Public Affairs Officer, 205-960-7164 or at https://www.facebook.com/SpringvilleCAP/