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Listed are the Butler County community events.

Deer Hunt

The 26th annual Fort Dale Deer Hunt is set for Jan. 12-13. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Contact the school via Facebook messenger or email fdadeerhunt@gmail.com for details.

 

Blood Drive

Lifesouth Community Blood Center will host a blood drive in the Greenville Walmart parking lot Jan. 14 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

 

First Assembly

Rev. John Loper will be the guest speaker at First Assembly of God this coming Sunday, Jan. 14, 10:30 a.m.  The church is located at 760 N. Conecuh St., Greenville.  Everyone is welcome!

 

Garbage Notice

The city of Greenville will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Day on Jan. 15. Monday and Tuesday garbage routes will be picked up Tuesday, Jan. 16. Have your garbage to the curb no later than 7 a.m. Tuesday morning. 

 

Responder Breakfast

First Baptist Church in Luverne will host a first responder breakfast on Jan. 27 at 9 a.m. All responders – law enforcement, fire fighters, emergency medical technicians, dispatchers – are invited to enjoy a time of food, fellowship and encouragement. Call (334) 335-5264 for information.

 

Camellia Show

The Greenville Camellia Show, presented by the Greenville Camellia Society and the City of Greenville on Saturday, will take place Jan. 27-28 from 1-4 at Beeland Park. Camellia plant sales will be available each day while supplies last. Bring camellia blooms for judging on Saturday from 7-10 a.m. For more information, please contact Helena Shirley at 334-437-2509 or check out the Greenville Camellia Society’s Facebook page.

 

Historical Meeting

The Butler County Historical and Genealogical Society’s quarterly meeting is scheduled for Jan. 28 at 2 pm at Beeland Park. The Society is celebrating its 60th anniversary and will kick off the year with a reception and a viewing of the prize-winning camellia blooms at the Greenville Camellia Show.

 

Pioneer Scholarship

Interested in a career as a utility cooperative lineworker? Graduating high school seniors are eligible to compete for two $5,000 lineworker scholarships from Pioneer Electric Cooperative. Applications are due Feb. 23, 2024. Apply online at www.pioneerelectric.com/scholarship. 

 

Grant Cycle

The Alabama Power Foundation 2024 Grant Application Cycles are now open. The utility provider is looking for new opportunities to partner and support organizations that align with their commitment to Alabama. Apply at www.powerofgood.com. 

 

Celebrate Recovery 

Celebrate Recovery meets every Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. at the First Assembly of God Church, 760 N. Conecuh St. in Greenville. The group deals with all types of issues and is free to the public. For more information call 334-382-2138.

 

Quilt Club 

Quilt Club meets every Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Greenville-Butler Co. Public Library. Beginner and advanced quilters welcome. 

 

Music Class

FUMC is hosting a juniors music class for elementary kids aged 4-10 at 6 p.m. on Wednesday nights at 112 Adams St. Singing, handbells, and rhythm instruments. Call  382-5872 for more info.

 

Knitting Club 

Quilt Club meets every Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Greenville-Butler Co. Public Library. Beginner and advanced knitters welcome. 

 

Morning Movers

The Greenville Exercise Center hosts free exercise classes every weekday from 8-9 a.m. For more information, call Helena Shirley at (334) 382-0550.