Springville Happenings

Published 1:46 pm Thursday, May 9, 2019

Springville Events 

Congratulations to long-time Springville Walmart greeter, Mrs. Vivian on her retirement.

The City of Gulf Shores invited Springvillian and 2019 Miss Cotton States Teen, Samantha Hennings, to sing the National Anthem at the NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship Tournament on May 3. Mayor Isley and City Council members, Katrina Hennings and Sherry Reeves were in attendance.

Springville Community Theater will hold open auditions for “Peter Pan” on May 18 and 19. No experience is necessary. Actors must be at least 7 years of age. Auditions and Crew Sign-up will be held at the Springville Middle School on Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19 at 2 p.m. Show dates are set for Thursday through Sunday, July 25-28.For more information, visit springvillecommunitytheater.com or contact June Mack by email jmack@uab.edu.

Homestead Hollow Pioneer Arts & Crafts Festival will be held May 10-14. For more information: www.homesteadhollow.com 

Springfest will be held Saturday, May 18 starting at 3 p.m at Big Springs Park. 

Horse Pens 40 will host “Bluegrass & Craft Fair” on May 24 through 26.

The SHS Boys & Girls Soccer Teams will host a Youth Soccer Camp on June 18 -20. For information or to register, email Coach Wilkerson at Cody.Wilkerson@sccboe.org

Springville Schools

Congratulations to the Springville High School Golf Team. The following players attended the Sub-State Tournament, Monday, May 6 in Guntersville; Connor Lesley, Jack Hobbs,Bradley Madaris and Caden Mobley. 

The Springville Anglers and their boat captains fished in their last regular season tournament at Weiss Lake on May 3.  After that, it is on to the State Championship.

The SHS Tigers Baseball Team swept East Limestone County and advances to round three of the state playoffs. Tigers played a double header at Southside Gadsden on Friday, May 3.

The Springville Lady Tigers Soccer Team competed in the third round state playoffs against Arab on Saturday, May 4.

Enrollment for Fall 2019 is now open for Kids On Main. Classes available for 3K & 4K, Monday thru Friday from 9 a.m. -2 p.m.. Contact kidsonmain35146@gmail.com or call 205-440-5595.

Springville Parks and Recreation

The Splash Pad at Big Springs Park held its Opening Day on Friday, May 3 from 3 – 7 p.m. Admission is $2.  The Splash Pad “Spring Hours” will be Weekends Only until May 28; Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sundays from 1 – 5 p.m.

12U-14U Summer Basketball. Registration begins May 1 www.quickscores.com/springville-al

Co-Ed Adult Softball this summer. Registration begins May 1 www.quickscores.com/springville-al

Flag Football. Registration online until May 18 and in-person on May 19 at the Springville Station Sports Complex. www.quickscores.com/springville-al

Springville Library

The Library featured the Springville Fire Department for daycare/preschool storytime on May 2 as the kids learned about community helpers.

May 14: What’s Your Story? Homeschool Class, Tuesday 10 a.m.

May 18: Digging Deeper into your Family Tree, Saturday 10:30 a.m.

May 21: Summer Reading Registration begins for the entire family!

May 24: Senior Center Book Club “The Dirty Dozen,” 12 p.m., Main Library

*Registration requested

Springville Senior Center

Guests, Wanda and Danny Self held a “Gospel Singing” at the Senior Center on Tuesday, April 30.

The Senior Center is planning a trip to Ethridge, Tenn. to tour the Amish Village on June 5 and 6. Register at the Senior Center.

The Senior Center is planning a trip to The Wind Creek Casino in Wetumpka on July 10 and 11. Register at the Senior Center.

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

Springville Preservation Society

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 $40 for two hours; $75 for four hours; and $125 per day.  For reservations call Gayle Hammonds at 205-937-3071 or Paulette Kelly at 205-467-3971.

Community Meetings and Classes

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: 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/