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This week in Anniston

Four picks from this week's calendar. See all 4 events, day by day →

Coffee with the Chamber

Friday 8:30am · Called Coffee Company

D&D

Saturday 1pm · Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County

Bennett Farms Pumpkin Patch

Sunday 1pm · Bennett Farms

Quilt Til You Wilt

Monday 8am · River Rocks Landing

New in Anniston

Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.

J.R. Striplin Park (Hobson City Park)

Parks & Outdoors

Your nearby green reset: J.R. Striplin Park (Hobson City Park) is a laid-back spot to unwind, catch up with neighbors, or let the kids burn some energy.

townofhobsoncity.com ↗

Sarah Cavender Metalworks

Shopping

Elevate your everyday: An Oxford mainstay since 1984, Sarah Cavender Metalworks designs chic, beautiful jewelry that feels special enough for big moments yet wearable every day, and they’re currently accepting orders online, so you can treat yourself without leaving the couch.

sarahcavendermetalworks.com ↗

Timeless Treasures Antique Mall

Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage

Hunt for the good stuff: With 15,000 square feet and 65+ dealers, Timeless Treasures Antique Mall is the kind of place locals wander for French finds to farmhouse charm, coins to Pyrex.

timelesstreasuresantiquesal.com ↗

Anniston’s best businesses

Every spot worth knowing, in one place.

The restaurants, shops, and services the newsletter recommends, all in one place — every listing checked, and paid pins marked every time.

Browse Anniston’s best →

Most read in Anniston

The five stories Anniston readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.

  2. Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Assigns Deputy to Focus on Animal-Related Cases

    The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office has assigned Deputy Kelly Stephens Souder to a new assignment focused on animal-related calls and investigations.

    Full story at weisradio.com ↗

  3. Alabama to issue new car tags in 2027

    The State of Alabama is planning to issue a new standard car tag design and offer a "blackout tag" for the first time in 2027, highlighting the state's rugged countryside.

    Full story at waka.com ↗

  4. Fall fairs and festivals in Alabama: 40 don’t-miss events in 2026

    Fall has arrived in Alabama, with 40 events scheduled for October and November, including Greek food, live music, dancing, self-guided church tours, and more.

    Full story at al.com ↗

  5. ‘Stranger Things’ Heflin hardware cap raises over $16K for St. Jude…

    Suzanne Owens Payne, a Heflin, Alabama woman, has raised over $16,300 for St.

    Full story at 1819news.com ↗

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