Anniston Mayor to Host Community Ride Celebrating Chief Ladiga Trail Connection

ANNISTON, AL – Residents are invited to join Mayor Ciara Smith for a special community bike ride on Saturday, July 12, to celebrate the new connection between the Chief Ladiga Trail and Main Street Anniston. The event, dubbed The Mayor’s Ride, highlights the city’s continued efforts to promote outdoor recreation, health, and downtown revitalization. The […]
Jacksonville Public Library to Host Summer Reading Program Closing Party with Montgomery Zoo

JACKSONVILLE, AL – The Jacksonville Public Library will wrap up its 2025 Summer Reading Program with a special celebration on Saturday, July 12, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the library’s main location at 200 Pelham Rd S. This year’s closing party will feature a live animal presentation by the Montgomery Zoo, offering attendees a unique […]
Anniston Library Hosts “Teen Hobbit Doors” Craft Event on July 10

ANNISTON, AL – The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County is inviting local teens to explore their creativity with a fantasy-themed craft session on Thursday, July 10, at 4:00 p.m. The event, titled “Teen Hobbit Doors,” will be held at the library’s main location at 108 E 10th Street in Anniston. Geared toward teens, this free […]
Gadsden State to Celebrate Centennial and 65 Years of Valley Street Campus Legacy

GADSDEN, AL — Gadsden State Community College will host a special celebration on Monday, July 7, to honor its 100-year legacy and recognize 65 years of educational impact at the Valley Street Campus. The event will take place at 11:00 a.m. in the Job Corps Gym, located at 600 Valley Street in Gadsden. The Valley […]
Red Cross Blood Drive to Be Held at Anniston Public Library on July 9

Anniston, AL – The American Red Cross will host a blood drive at the Anniston Public Library on Wednesday, July 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering community members an opportunity to make a potentially life-saving impact. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment in advance by visiting redcross.org/give-blood, though walk-ins will also be […]
Anniston City Council Candidates’ Forum Scheduled for July 10

Anniston, AL – The Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center will host a public Anniston City Council Candidates’ Forum on Thursday, July 10, at 5:30 p.m. at the Anniston City Meeting Center. This forum offers residents the opportunity to hear directly from candidates running in the upcoming municipal election scheduled for Tuesday, August 26. […]
James Spann to Present Weather Safety Talk at Oxford Public Library on July 9

Oxford, AL – Local residents are invited to attend a special weather safety presentation featuring well-known meteorologist James Spann on Wednesday, July 9, at the Oxford Public Library. The event will begin at 9:00 a.m., with doors opening at 8:30 a.m. Spann, a longtime broadcast meteorologist recognized across Alabama for his expertise and dedication to […]
Fourth of July Events in and Around Calhoun County

Calhoun County, AL – There are many July 4th events being held in Calhoun County as well as the surrounding communities. Our local events calendar allows you to search by holiday events only or by specific locations. Below is a list of many upcoming July 4th events. We also gladly accept event suggestions year-round! Please note […]
Iron City Bloomery to Host “Red, White, and Blooms” U-Pick Flower Event on July 4th in Anniston

ANNISTON, AL – Iron City Bloomery – Florist & Flower Farm will host a special Independence Day event, Red, White, and Blooms, on Friday, July 4th, offering visitors the chance to enjoy a full day of flower picking from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Located at 1316 Iron City Cutoff Road in Anniston, the farm […]
Jacksonville Public Library Hosts Free “Lunch and Munch” Movie Events

JACKSONVILLE, AL – The Jacksonville Public Library invites community members of all ages to enjoy its free “Lunch and Munch” movie events this July. Scheduled for Wednesday, July 2, and Wednesday, July 9, both events begin at noon. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lunch and settle in for a family-friendly film. On July […]