(Column) Springville Happenings

Published 6:17 pm Thursday, April 17, 2025

American Idol singer Isaiah Moore performed for the Springville Senior Center April 9.

Congratulations to the Springville Youth Cheerleading 2025 Miss Springfest Queens crowned April 5: Tiny Miss – Adeline Crotzer, Little Miss – Alivia Lansdon, Junior Miss – Anna Lynn Francis, Teen Miss – Maggie Mitchell and Miss Springfest – Isabella Breighner.

Congratulations to the Springville Choirs 15 high school Alabama All-State Honor Choir singers who performed at the BJCC Concert Hall April 5.

Springville Elementary School pre-K  students visited the Birmingham Zoo April 9, to learn about animals.

Springville Middle School will host the 5th Annual Springville Classic Golf Tournament on May 22, at Limestone Springs Country Club. Tee off will start at 9 a.m. and lunch will be provided afterwards. Registration can be found on the Middle School Facebook Page.

The Springville Elementary School Kindergarten Roundup will be April 29, from 9-10 a.m. at SES. Students will be assigned to a classroom while parents attend an informational meeting in the library. No need to sign up.

Saturday, June 7, the city will host the first summer market of Springville’s Market on Main, a certified farmers market and event space in the heart of town. The market will run every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through September 6, offering fresh, locally grown produce and goods in a vibrant community setting. As a certified farmers market, certain guidelines apply to what can be sold, ensuring quality and authenticity for all vendors and shoppers. If interested in being a vendor, contact Lucy at SpringvilleParksandRec.com.

Springville Kids, a free summer day camp packed with fun, adventure and hands-on learning each Wednesday in June for kids of all abilities.

— June 4: Themed Hike at BCCNP

— June 11: Giant Game Day at Big Springs Park

— June 18: Crafts in the Park at Big Springs Park with Paint All the Things. Parents must stay on-site, but are not required to participate. The day camps are limited to 25 campers per session. Registration opens May 1. All Springville Kids staff have been background checked, have professional experience working with children and are CPR, AED and First Aid Certified to ensure a safe and fun experience for all participants. For more information, reach out to Acanterbury@cityofspringville.com.

Grief can definitely be like a roller coaster, but there is hope, comfort and understanding at a GriefShare group. Register at christcommunitypca.com/griefshare.

The Springville Civil Air Patrol, CAP-126 meets Tuesday nights 6-8:30 p.m. at the Springville National Guard Armory. Contact Maj. Michael McEntyre at 205-914-4146.

The 2025 Spring youth tennis clinics will start April 21, and end May 22. Cost is $150 (5 weeks/2 times per week) at Springville Sports Complex. Ages 6-8 (Red Ball): Mon./Wed. 4-5 p.m.; Ages 9-11 (Orange Ball): Tues./Thurs. 4-5 p.m.; Ages 12-15 (Yellow Ball): Tues./Thurs. 5-6 p.m. Students will Learn tennis skills, footwork and sportsmanship with a certified USPTA instructor. Limited to 12 spots per class (minimum of 4). Register by April 16, at springvilleparksandrec.com.  Rain dates will be Fridays or May 27-30 if needed.

What to bring: Athletic sneakers that tie (no crocs/slip-ons), racquet (loaners available), full water bottle and sunblock (applied beforehand). Questions? Contact Coach Kristi at  @kelacqua0805@gmail.com.

The Big Canoe Creek Nature Preserve is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Open Wednesday-Sunday, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. The Preserve is located at 1700 Murphrees Valley Rd. Springville. For additional questions please contact lcleaver@cityofspringville.com or call 205-467-0265. springvilleparksandrec.com.

The Springville Library is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and every 1st and 3rd Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 205-467-2339 for more information.

The Springville Public Library Preschool Storytime is at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays. Registration requested. Call 205-467-2339 or send a Facebook message to register.

The Springville Preservation Society is 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; reservations call Paulette Kelly at 205-467-3971.

The Springville Preservation Society is 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. Call Paulette Kelly at 205-467-3971.