From the Heart of Smith Lake...
The Arley Women's Club >> www.arleywomensclub.org <<
INFORMATION & LINKS
Those of us who have lived around Smith Lake "forever" already know that the Arley Women's Club "AWC" in Arley, AL "The Heart of Smith Lake" is a group of ladies who are THE movers and shakers of this area. They put the "Heart" in "The Heart of Smith Lake." We know that if you want something accomplished in our neck of the woods, you need to have the AWC involved, because not only can they make it happen, they WILL.
This organization, now over 130 women, has been committed to improving the community of Arley and its surrounding areas since inception in 1973. They are a nonprofit service corporation who seek to specifically emphasize education and community growth in their area. Their tagline is aptly "Anything's Possible!"
This organization, now over 130 women, has been committed to improving the community of Arley and its surrounding areas since inception in 1973. They are a nonprofit service corporation who seek to specifically emphasize education and community growth in their area. Their tagline is aptly "Anything's Possible!"
The women who make up the club come from all over the United States, most were drawn to Arley primarily due to it being located in a particularly beautiful area around Smith Lake. Most of the ladies live on the lake or very near, and are definitely a huge part of our lake community. Ladies range widely in ages - some are retired while some are still active in their careers. Together these ladies have formidable talent and a tenacious spirit with the expertise to tackle anything they put their minds to.
At their regular meetings, you won't find them sitting around shooting the breeze sipping sweet southern iced tea and eating pretty dainty petit fours. OH NO, these ladies mean business, and they are in it to get their hands dirty to reach their goals. That's not to say that they don't have fun, because they have loads of fun together––going to dinners, fun day outings, bonding trips, annual club events, and so much more––but when it comes to the meetings and the goals they set each year, they are all about "getting it done." We encourage you to seek them out, learn more, and consider joining their group.
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If you want to know more about the amazing women of Arley Women's Club, check out our article in the QTR2 2018 (Spring) edition beginning on page 59. We'll also post some important items below for your convenience such as their yearly calendar, event posters, etc. You may also find them at the links below. Let us know if you need more information!
Facebook page for AWC: "Arley Womens Club" Facebook event page for the Annual Arley Day Festival is: "Arley Day 2022" Instagram: @arleywomensclubinc Website: arleywomensclub.org |
Page 1 of the article on Arley Women's Club from The Lakeside Life magazine
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A Few Current Projects
see more @ arleywomensclub.org
Cookbook
Contact the Arley Women's Club on Facebook to order your "Cooked on Smith Lake" Cookbook now!!
Over 300 recipes of family favorites from ladies right here on the shores of Lewis Smith Lake. Artwork for the book cover by talented Teacher and Professional Artist Susan Ripp. Find out more about Susan's work on her Facebook page or on her website. |
AWC "Educational Scholarships" Booth
AWC has added a booth a the new local "Smith Lake Market & Vintage Mall" on County Road 41 in Arley near the Dollar General.
Go by and visit their booth and find items like: T-shirts, coffee mugs, coasters, die-cut picture frames, and Smith Lake placemats. The late Kathy Hamner had taken many beautiful photographs of the lake, and the club has featured her work on note cards for some time. Talented club member Artist Susan Ripp has donated several of her original watercolors, and has provided the artwork for the newest Smith Lake watercolor note cards. Lakeside residents love sending little remembrance gifts home with lake guests, so they'll be adding items in the future. Watch for hand-crafted pottery and other unique creations by highly talented AWC members…many with a Smith Lake theme. Click here to email if you are looking for a particular item and/or would like to make a request from the AWC Team for something special or commissioned. The proceeds from sale of these items goes to AWC educational scholarships. The Women’s Club has been proud to award annual scholarships since 2006! |
ANNUAL ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL 2023
Event Date: To be announced - should be near mid-May 2023. Beginning 8:30 am at Hamner Park in Arley. Official poster will be shown below. Updated vendor and car show applications should be posted soon.
Be sure to follow the event page on Facebook for Arley Day 2023 or the Arley Women's Club official Facebook page.
ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL Car Show & Parade - 2023 OFFICIAL POSTER
The official poster for the 2023 Arley Day Festival event will be posted when available. This is AWC's Flagship Annual Event, their "baby" and it is a huge success in our area. A perfect family outing.
The official poster for the 2023 Arley Day Festival event will be posted when available. This is AWC's Flagship Annual Event, their "baby" and it is a huge success in our area. A perfect family outing.
Photo version (feel free to share!)
ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL 2023 - BIG PRIZE DRAWINGS
2023 info coming soon!
Below is a look at the premier prizes given away at the festival in past years. You may purchase tickets for a chance to win when new prizes announced for 2023. For more details, don't hesitate to contact the AWC directly.
2023 info coming soon!
Below is a look at the premier prizes given away at the festival in past years. You may purchase tickets for a chance to win when new prizes announced for 2023. For more details, don't hesitate to contact the AWC directly.
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ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL 2023 - VENDOR APPLICATION
If you would like a booth for the ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL - you can save and print the form below and also find it in a printable format on the Facebook page for the AWC, or feel free to contact them directly for more information.
JPG version below (feel free to print, fill out, and share!)
If you would like a booth for the ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL - you can save and print the form below and also find it in a printable format on the Facebook page for the AWC, or feel free to contact them directly for more information.
JPG version below (feel free to print, fill out, and share!)
ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL - FOOD VENDOR APPLICATION
If you would like to serve food for the ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL - you can save and print the form below or also find it in a printable format on the Facebook page for the AWC, or feel free to contact them directly for more information.
JPG version below (feel free to print, fill out, and share!)
If you would like to serve food for the ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL - you can save and print the form below or also find it in a printable format on the Facebook page for the AWC, or feel free to contact them directly for more information.
JPG version below (feel free to print, fill out, and share!)
ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL - CAR SHOW APPLICATION
If you would like to enter a car for the ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL - you can save and print the form below and also find it in a printable format on the Facebook page for the AWC, or feel free to contact them directly for more information.
If you would like to enter a car for the ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL - you can save and print the form below and also find it in a printable format on the Facebook page for the AWC, or feel free to contact them directly for more information.
JPG version below (feel free to print, fill out, and share!)
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
AWC CALENDAR - January - June 2023
Watch the AWC Facebook page and their website for updates and reminders about current events in their area, as well as showing monthly meeting dates, times, and places. And, if you can, please get involved or help support!
Watch the AWC Facebook page and their website for updates and reminders about current events in their area, as well as showing monthly meeting dates, times, and places. And, if you can, please get involved or help support!