The 3rd Annual Chili Cook-Off is BACK!  Main Street Anniston has teamed up with the Anniston Police Department to bring you a spicy event that’s all about fun, community, and giving back!      Friday, November 22nd     NEABA Headquarters | 26 West 10th Street Local officers and community teams are going head-to-head to claim the title of Anniston's Best Bowl of Chili! Who will come out on top?  Here's how YOU can join the fun:  Admission: $10 at the door. Includes 5 sampling tickets, drinks, condiments, AND a voting ticket for People's Choice - Best Chili. Want more chili? Purchase a bowl of your favorite for just $5 (while supplies last)! This is a family-friendly event, and all proceeds go toward helping local kids this holiday season.  Interested in competing? Get your chili pots ready and email us at mainstreet@annistonal.gov to sign up! Deadline to register is Monday, November 18th.  application available here:https://www.annistonal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Chili-Cook-Off-App.pdf Let’s fill the holiday season with warmth, good food, and even better company!

It’s that time again! The Anniston Changers are back for another service project, and this time we will be working the Rocky Hollow and Johnston communities on Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 8:00 AM until 11:00 AM CT! Volunteers will meet in the parking lot of the American Legion by the Anniston High Football Field (515 E 18th St, Anniston, AL 36207). You may register online to volunteer in this project at: www.annistonal.gov/anniston-changers. At this project we will be gathering and removing debris piles, cleaning up litter from our streets, and more! Be sure to dress appropriately and if anyone has any questions, please feel free to message: 256-846-2044! Thank you!

The Wiggins Community Center is proud to once again offer free Thanksgiving meals to the community! Join us on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM CT to enjoy great food and fellowship! Meals will be served until supplies run out. If you are unable to drive, please call us at: 256-231-7628. Everyone else is welcome to pick up their plates at the center.