City of Vestavia Hills - News March 8, 2023
March 9, 2023
Join Us for the Highway 31 Charrette!
Mark your calendar for the Highway 31 South Planning Charrette! The former Days Inn property will be demolished soon and everyone wants to know what will be built in its place. Community members, along with other stakeholders, are invited to participate in a planning charrette – a creative brainstorming event to develop a shared vision for the future of the Highway 31 corridor.
Vestavia Hills Dogwood Festival 2023
The Vestavia Hills Dogwood Festival is the longest running festival in the state! Starting in February and running through the end of April, it is comprised of multiple events taking place city-wide, including Wing Ding, Heights Hangout, Dogwood Days, Party in the Park, Battle of the Bands and so much more … there is something for everyone! We want to see you living and loving local in Vestavia Hills! Be sure to like and follow the Dogwood Festival on social media and tag us in your photos!
March
9 Dogwood Festival Fashion Show, Civic Center, 4-6pm
11 Dogwood Days: Cahaba Heights, The Heights Village, 10am-8pm
16 Live After 5, Vestavia City Center, 5pm
18 VHHS RISE Kids Day, VHHS, 9-11am
24 Historical Society Self-Guided Tour Begins
26 Spring Break Staycation Begins
Scan the QR Code below for more information!
Vestavia Hills Parks and Recreation has fantastic programs for our Active Adults (Ages 55+):
Tuesday, 3/7 & 3/14 – 10:30am
“Learn2Play” Tuesdays Play a game,
drink coffee and socialize with us at the
Civic Center on select Tuesday mornings.
Thursday, 3/9 & 3/23 - 10:30am
Friendly Forums Discuss important topics for Vestavia Hills residents. 3/9 will be about the 1Rebel 1 Future plan and 3/23 will be an informational session for veterans.
Monday, 3/13 – 11:30am
Senior Luncheon Join us for a delicious lunch at the Civic Center with speaker Rick Journey! Only $8 per person. Call Sandi to RSVP.
Tuesday, 3/14 & 3/28 - 1pm
Walk My Way Walk the indoor track while enjoying your favorite music.
Thursday, 3/16 – 9am
Trip & Lunch Bunch Take a trip with us to Cullman, AL. We will tour the Shrine of the Blessed Sacrament, eat lunch at Stone Bridge Farms, and get peanut brittle from the Seven Winds Kitchen. Call Sandi to RSVP by 3/10.
Friday, 3/17 - 10am
St. Patty Day Party See what games and treats we have planned for St. Patty’s Day – but don’t forget your GREEN!
Thursday, 3/30 - 10:30am
Movie Day Watch a movie and enjoy snacks with us. If you have a movie request, let us know!
Poll Workers Needed
Poll workers are urgently needed for the upcoming special Municipal Election to be held on May 9, 2023! For more information, including requirements, duties, compensation and the link to apply online, click HERE.
“Autumn is the hardest season. The leaves are all falling, and they’re falling like they’re falling in love with the ground.” — Andrea Gibson
Storm drains are designed to allow water to quickly drain away after a heavy rainfall, but if they become blocked or clogged, serious flooding issues can result. So, what to do with all of the fallen leaves, pine straw and other small yard debris? If your answer is to blow it into the street … guess again! (If you have a yard service, be sure to remind them to not blow yard debris into the streets, ditches, etc.)
If you see yard debris being blown in the storm drain, report it in the Action Center or call 205.978.0100.
ONLINE CALENDAR
March 9
Dogwood Festival Fashion Show, Civic Center, 4pm
March 9
Planning & Zoning Commission, Council Chamber, 6pm
March 11
Dogwood Days: Cahaba Heights, The Heights Village, 10am
March 12
Daylight Savings Time BEGINS
March 13
City Council Meeting-2nd Monday, Council Chamber, 6pm
March 14-16
Highway 31 South Planning Charrette
March 14
Chamber Luncheon, Vestavia Country Club, 11:30am
March 14
Charrette Kick-Off, Civic Center, 5:30-7pm
March 16
Charrette Closing Session: Work-in-Progress, Civic Center, 4-5pm
March 16
City Center: Live After 5, City Center, 5pm
March 16
Board of Zoning Adjustment, Council Chamber, 6pm
March 17
St.Patrick's Day
March 18
VHHS RISE Kids Day, VHHS,
9-11am
March 20
City Council Work Session, Executive Conference Room, 6pm
March 21
Parks and Recreation Board Work Session/Meeting, Civic Center, 7:30am
Click HERE to view the most up-to-date information regarding Community Spaces projects, construction work, road work, sidewalk projects and more! If you have any questions or concerns, contact City of Vestavia Hills Department of Public Services at 205.978.0150 or email cbrady@vhal.org.