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January

14 Northeast Alabama Bridal Show - Wedding-related businesses, from caters to photographers, come together under one roof to display their goods and services. 3:30 p.m. fashion show will all the latest gowns and tuxedos. Brides eligible for prizes and door prizes from every vendor. 1:00 - 5:00 PM.

Address: Anniston City Meeting Center, 1615 Noble St , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-442-4112 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.alabamaeventgroup.com/annistonbridalshow.htm
Fee: $7 Admittance at the door (cash only)

February

3 Annual Black Heritage Festival - Celebrate Black History Month at the Museum with one of Alabama's best known and longest running Black History festivals. Dozens of young people from area schools, churches and civic groups will vie for cash awards in the oration competition. See a performance by CAST Kool Kids. Enjoy voices raised in song, including Jacksonville State University's a cappella choir under the direction of Dr. Patricia Corbin and the Anniston High School Choir. See and shop African inspired crafts, clothing, artwork and more in the Museum lobby where vendors will be available throughout the day. And grab a tasty lunch from on-site food vendor Courthouse Café & BBQ. 10am-5pm.

Address: 800 Museum Dr. , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-237-6766 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.annistonmuseum.org
Fee: Free

March

1 - 3 Annual Alabama Hiking Trail Society Conference - The Alabama Hiking Trail Society Annual Conference is the largest gathering of hikers, backpackers, and outdoor lovers in the state. The event, sponsored by the non-profit AHTS and Cheaha State Park, will be held in historic Bald Rock Lodge at the park. The weekend is highlighted with two tracks of presentations covering a wide variety of topics ranging from hiking and backpacking gear, tips, and destinations to Alabama history, to environmental issues. Throughout the weekend there will be entertainment, food, raffles, a silent auction, and of course - short hikes atop Cheaha Mountain. Everyone is invited to take part in the photo contest for prizes.

Ph: (334) 244-1579 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: hikealabama.org
Fee: Admission charged

9 Woodland Calhoun Century Challenge Bike Ride - An annual bike ride offering 25, 50, and 100 mile options. Set in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the ride offers a pleasurable trip through scenic and rural sections of northeast Alabama. Along the way, riders travel through the small towns of Jacksonville, Weaver, and Piedmont, along portions of the Chief Ladiga Trail, through the campus of Jacksonville State University, along a section of the Talladega National Forest and the Duggar Mountain Wilderness Area, and through sections of both Calhoun and Cleburne County. Staffed rest stops, a souvenir T-Shirt, a post ride meal, radio communications, excellent SAG support, along with the three route options, combine to make this a great ride for both the amateur and more competitive century rider.

Address: Woodland Park Softball Complex - Anniston, AL , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-236-8221 (Always call and confirm events)
Fee: Admission charged

April

15 - 16 Table Setting Event - Apr 7-8, Anniston
Table Setting Event
256-236-4242. Admission charged. Golden Springs Baptist Church—See creative and imaginative tablescapes prepared by local individuals and organizations during this annual fundraiser for Concern For Children, Inc. Also enjoy a bake sale, plant sale, and silent auction. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Address: Golden Springs Baptist Church , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-236-4242 (Always call and confirm events)
Fee: Admission charged

May

13 Annual Sunny King Criterium - Watch as hundreds of professional and amateur bicycle racers zoom around the .6-mile downtown race course in NASCAR fasion at speeds reaching 40 mph! Dine outdoors at the Red Diamond Restaurant Tour, featuring more than 15 eateries. Also children's fun races, a large artists market, live music, and more! Races benefit Calhoun County Relay for Life. Noon-10 p.m.

Address: Anniston Downtown District , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-435-5710 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.sunnykingcriterium.com
Fee: Free

13 Red Diamond Restaurant Tour - May 6, Anniston
Red Diamond Restaurant Tour
256-435-5710. www.sunnykingcriterium.com. Free admission. Anniston Downtown District—More than 20 local restaurants and caterers line Noble Street and provide festival attendees a delicious menu of their finest cuisine. Stroll along the closed streets and dine outdoors while enjoying the adjacent music festival, bike races and artists' martket.

Address: Anniston Downtown District , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-435-5710 (Always call and confirm events)
Fee: Unknown

18 Garden Party - May 12, Anniston
Garden Party
256-237-6766. www.annistonmuseum.org. Admission charged. Anniston Museum of Natural History, 800 Museum Dr.—An evening party that awakens guests to the pleasures of living outdoors. Gardening, grilling activities with good friends, and lawn games are included. Friendly competition begins during the bocce ball tournament. 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Address: Anniston Musuem of Natural History , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-237-6766 (Always call and confirm events)
Fee: Admission charged

19 Garden & Home Tour - View homes and gardens dressed up in their Spring finery. Lunch in Museum Gardens.
Friday, May 12, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
$30.00; members $20.00

Ph: 256-237-6766 (Always call and confirm events)
Fee: Admission charged

June

25 Music at McClellan: Classics Under the Stars - Stretch out under a starry canopy and enjoy a lineup of celestial masterpieces including Borodin's Polovetsian Dances and Copland's Four Dance Episodes from Rodeo. Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture will provide an explosive finale to the evening concert! This final concert in the outdoor series featuring the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and a line a period cannons. Music at McClellan's Longleaf Concert Series brings music to the historic fort in the natural setting of Longleaf Park, near Anniston, Alabama.

Address: Longleaf Park; former Fort McClellan , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: (256) 782-8010 (Always call and confirm events)
Fee: Admission charged

August

20 White Elephant Sale/Bake Sale - Museum League members donate pre-loved goods to benefit the museum. 9 a.m.-noon.

Address: 800 Museum Dr. , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-237-6766 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.annistonmuseum.org
Fee: Free

27 Sock Hop and Silent Auction - Admission includes dinner and open wine/beer bar. DJ playing all the best music from the 50's and 60's. Jitterbug, hula hoop and limbo contests.
Silent auction featuring Nick Saban autographed Alabama football AND Gene Chizik autographed Auburn National Championship football!
Proceeds benefit Sacred Heart Catholic Church Ladies Guild.

Address: Anniston Country Club , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-236-2589 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: ladiesguild@cableone.net
Web: www.annistonevents.com
Fee: $35 per person

September

7 One Love for Dylan Open Car and Bike Show - One Love for Dylan Open Car and Bike Show,11:00am-5:00pm. Join us for free food, Games, Raffles, a Auction and A LOT MORE. Spectators are FREE. All money raised goes to Childrens Harbor.

To register email or call Tammy Bradley
Tammy.bradley88@yahoo.com or 205-821-4819

Address: Sunny King Toyota, 2570 U.S. Highway 78, East , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 205-821-4819 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: tammy.bradley88@yahoo.com
Web: www.facebook.com/events/1863612893777698/1
Fee: Free to see. To show 10,00 before 9/1/2014. $15 the day of show

October

18 Rainbow Omega Annual Fundraising Dinner - Fundraiser for Rainbow Omega, a facility for the developmental disabled.

Address: Anniston City Meeting Center , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-831-0919 (Always call and confirm events)
Fee: Admission charged

22 History and Heritage Festival - Travel the world while you visit the Berman Museum and see demonstrations of weapons, experience the cinema of other cultures, and hear music and taste cuisine from other lands during this annual event. Free; admission charged to exhibit galleries.

Address: Berman World History Museum , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-237-6261 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.bermanmuseum.org
Fee: Free

11AL0202011e032 - Anniston Fall Festival - Bring your children and enjoy the fun: Bubbles, Face Painting, Fishing, Hop Scotch, Ball Throw, T-Ball, Ring Toss, Cup Cake Walk, Play Ground activities. 2:00 PM through 6:00 PM.

The purpose of SunWise Child Developmental Center a ministry of Living By Faith Ministry is to facilitate the safe and healthy care of children and to support families. Our mission is very simple: We are to love every child that God and parents entrusts into our care. The needs of the Day Care that we're involved in are many. Call for more information.

Address: 3906 Pecanwood Drive , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-831-0871 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: jackiem@cableone.net
Fee: Free

November

12 Cakes & More Bake Sale & Christmas Bazaar - Handmade crafts, Christmas ornaments,Homemade Baked Goods (cakes, breads, cookies, pies, jellies, jams, and much more)Breakfast served Friday & Saturday. Lunch served on Friday 11 - 1. Church tours available on request.

Ph: 256-237-4011 (Always call and confirm events)
Fee: Free

9 Annual Veterans Day Parade - Huge tri-county parade to honor those serving or have served in the armed forces. Variety of military vehicles, as well as equipment from AOD and United Defense.

Address: Historic Downtown , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-236-0996 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.spiritofanniston.org
Fee: Free

December

22 - 29 Window Wonderland - Downtown Anniston will be glistening this Christmas with all the windows on Noble Street decorated for the holidays. The Spirit of Anniston has organized Window Wonderland, a window display contest and other activities such as wagon rides, arts & craft vendors, food, and music. The public will be invited to stroll, shop, and enjoy the Christmas festivities in Historic Downtown Anniston! 4:30-7:30 pm.

Address: Noble Street , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-236-0996 (Always call and confirm events)
Fax: 256-238-1827
Email: events@spiritofanniston.org
Web: www.spiritofanniston.org
Fee: FREE TO PUBLIC

23 Anniston Christmas Parade - 115 Entries including floats, bands, balloons and Santa

Address: Noble Street from 14th St. to 8th St. , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-236-0996 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.spiritofanniston.org
Fee: Free

23 Homes for the Holidays Tour - View homes all decked out for the holidays. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Address: Anniston Museum of Natural History, 800 Museum Dr. , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 256-237-6766 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.annistonmuseum.org
Fee: Tickets: $15

23AL0202011e031 - Anniston The King and Roy - Nationally acclaimed Elvis and Roy Orbison tribute artists, Terry Turner and Steve Campbell bring their talents to the American Legion Post #26 in Anniston.
This is a show not to be missed!

Address: 515 East 18th St. , Anniston, Alabama
Ph: 205 338 4599 (Always call and confirm events)
Fax: 205 338 4555
Email: carole@tcbshows.com
Web: www.tcbshows.com
Fee: $20 reserved and $15 general admission

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