Old Fashion Speed Meet
Old Fashion Speed Meet Date: Saturday, May 24th Location: McClellan Sports Complex, 356 Summerall Gate Road, Anniston, AL Event Details: • Gates Open: 7:30 AM • Coaches Meeting: 8:00 AM • First Event Starts: 8:45 AM Registration Information: • Fees: $25 per athlete | $5 per relay team • Deadline: Wednesday, May 21st at Noon • Registration: Email completed forms to […]
2025 Spring Break Activities & Day Camp!
Get ready for an exciting week of Spring Break Activities happening March 24-28, 2025! Here’s what we have planned for your little ones:
📅 Monday, March 24
📍 Carver Center (720 W. 14th St.)
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎯 Games and outdoor fun (weather permitting) or indoor activities in the gym!
📅 Tuesday, March 25
📍 Center Free Play Day
🕚 11:00 AM
⚽ Free play as campers from all centers meet up!
📅 Wednesday, March 26
📍 Hodges Center (3125 Spring Valley Rd.)
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎯 Games and outdoor fun (weather permitting) or indoor activities in the gym!
📅 Thursday, March 27
📍 Field Trip to the Birmingham Zoo! 🦁🐒
🔹 Only 40 spots available – Cost is $10 per Camper — Register here by completing the Permission Slip!
📅 Friday, March 28
📍 Spring Break Fun Day at Zinn Park
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎈 Enjoy inflatables, games, food, Kona Ice, and a special show from the Anniston Museum!
🌟 Day Camp Details:
In addition to the activities, an all-day camp will be offered at the Wiggns Center from Monday, March 24 to Friday, March 28, 2025. Camp will run from 7:00 AM until 5:30 PM CT each day! More details are below:
Cost: $55 per child
Open to Pre-K & Kindergarten (ages 3-4, fully potty trained) and Day Campers (ages 5-12)
Bring lunch and two snacks each day
We can’t wait to see you for a week full of fun, games, and unforgettable memories! 🎯🍧🏃♀️
Youth Summer Job Fair!
YOUTH SUMMER JOB FAIR
Our annual Youth Summer Job Fair will be held at the Carver Community Center (720 W. 14th St, Anniston, AL 36201) on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 5:00 PM CT. In addition to learning about available jobs, attendees will receive tips on completing job applications and preparing for interviews.
All youth summer jobs will be open for applications from March 21 – April 10, 2025.
The City of Anniston will be hiring youths, ages 16 and up through college, for the following summer positions:
•Day Camp Director – $15.29 per hour
•Day Camp Counselor – $10.42 per hour
•Lifeguard – $14.19 per hour
•Turf Care Worker – $10.42 per hour
•Program Aide – Competitive Pay
For more information, contact the City of Anniston Human Resources Department at 256-231-7712 or 256-231-7722.
Learn more here: www.annistonal.gov/events/youth-summer-job-fair
Thank you!
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2025 Shamrockin’ 5K Color Run & Walk!
We’ve got some exciting news about the Shamrockin’ 5K! Due to the threat of inclement weather this weekend, we’re making the call to reschedule the race to Saturday, March 22nd at 5 PM—giving you the chance to run into spring with even better weather and even more fun!
What’s New?
New Race Date: Saturday, March 22nd @ 5 PM
Chipped Timing!
Packet Pickup:
Friday, March 21st | 2 PM – 4 PM
Saturday, March 22nd | 2 PM – 4 PM
This change means more time to gather your crew, lace up your sneakers, and get ready for an unforgettable evening in Downtown Anniston! After you cross the finish line covered in color, why not grab dinner with family, hang out with friends, and enjoy live music downtown? It’s the perfect way to turn race day into a full night of fun!
Haven’t signed up yet? Now’s your chance! With the new date, there’s still time to register and be part of the most vibrant 5K of the season. Don’t miss out—spread the word, bring a friend, and let’s make this the most epic Shamrockin’ 5K yet!
Stay tuned for more details, and we’ll see you at the starting line on March 22nd!
Ready to run?
Register Today: https://runsignup.com/Race/AL/Anniston/Shamrockin5KColorRun
Early Bird Registration: $30.00 (through February 14, 2025)
Standard Registration: $35.00 (February 15 – March 19, 2025)
Race Day Registration: $40.00 (March 22, 2025)
Registration Processing Fee Applies
The first 50 registrants are guaranteed a Shamrockin 5K t-shirt!
Event Details:
Festive Fun: We encourage participants to wear their best St. Patrick’s Day gear, most colorful attire, or all white to make the most of this vibrant color run!
Door Prizes: Don’t miss the chance to win!
Awards:
Top Three Overall Winners
Age Group Categories:
12 and Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Packet Pick-Up
Friday, March 21: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM at the Main Street Anniston office
Race Day: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Course Information
This USTAF certified course is an open-course run that winds through Anniston’s scenic historic district. While there are minimal road closures, volunteers will be stationed at every intersection to ensure traffic safety.
Additional Information
For more details, email us at mainstreet@annistonal.gov.
Get ready for a morning of fitness, fun, and festive cheer! See you at the starting line!
Annual Anniston Police Christmas Toy Drive!
The Anniston Police Department is excited to announce the kickoff of its annual Christmas Toy Drive!
We hope you can help us make some little ones smile this holiday season by dropping off toy donations at the Anniston Police Department (174 W 13th St, Anniston, AL 36201).
We will be accepting donations until Dec. 18th! Afterwards, we will host the Toy Drive give-away at the Station near Christmas time!
Anyone with questions may feel free to contact
us anytime at: (256) 238-1800. Thank you!
Annual Judkins Family Christmas BBQ! (12/25/24)
🎄 Join us for the 9th Annual Judkins Family, Friends, and Community Christmas BBQ! 🎄
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 25th
⏰ Time: 12 Noon – 2 PM
📍 Location: Carver Center, 720 W. 14th Street, Anniston, AL
Enjoy free food and fellowship with live entertainment by N2 Christ, the Mary Culpepper Community Choir, and more! All are welcome to come celebrate and connect with the community.
If your group, church, family, or anyone you know is interested in performing or sharing items, please contact Jackie at 256-591-5194.
🚗 Delivery available for disabled citizens within a 15-mile radius of the Carver Center.
Let’s spread holiday cheer together! Merry Christmas! 🎅🎁
Carver Center Thanksgiving! (11/28/24)
The City of Anniston is thankful for the Pot of Manna Lodge #478 for hosting our Thanksgiving Day Program at the carver community center! The Pot of Manna Lodge’s program will take place from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with free meals being served for those in attendance! for questions or for more Information on this event, please contact the Pot of Manna Lodge Worship Master, Gerald Murphy, at: 256-225-8020.
Wiggins Community Center Thanksgiving! (11/28/24)
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.
South Highland Center Thanksgiving! (11/18/24)
St. Mary’s House is graciously hosting a free Thanksgiving dinner at the South Highland Community Center on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM CT! The center is located at 229 South Allen Avenue, Anniston, AL. We appreciate St. Mary’s House Director and Founder Claudia Elston and her team for organizing this wonderful community event. For more information, please contact Ms. Elston at (Office) 256-231-7659 or (Cell) 256-740-2354
Noble Street Festival & Sunny King Criterium! (04/05/25)
The Sunny King Criterium brings a kaleidoscope of colors and whirl of action to Anniston with twenty exciting bicycle races in Downtown Anniston. Nine hours of live web streaming showcase the sights and sounds to cycling fans across the U.S., and around the globe. Racing action will be called by professional sports commentators Brad Sohner and Lauren Hall. It’s one of the best days of racing to watch in person, or online, providing valuable exposure for the hundreds of competitors and their teams as well as area tourism.
“There’s no better place to start up the criterium racing season for USA Cycling’s Pro Road Tour than in Anniston. It’s a fast, smooth course in downtown with plenty of spectators. Being close to Talladega, speed is the name of the game for the Sunny King Criterium,” said Sohner.
Sunny King Automotive Group continues as a longtime supporter of the Sunny King Criterium. Admission for spectators is free for all bicycle races, making it one of the most unique professional sporting events in the country. A portion of proceeds from all bicycle race registration fees are donated to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life chapter of Calhoun County. Since 2002, more than $200,000 has been raised for cancer research and patient support.
Vendors
You can download the vendor application below. All applications must be received no later than March 21, 2025, this is a hard deadline.
Vendor Application | 2025 Noble Street Festival
Festival Attractions
Noble Street Festival boasts of “something for everyone”. With crowds of 8500-10,000+ we guarantee that the whole family will enjoy their time in Downtown Anniston on Saturday, April 5, 2025.
Returning this year is the Sunny King Kid Zone with FREE inflatables. Within the action packed Kid Zone you will find Big Sam the Balloon Man, Whit’z Kidz, face painting, and so much more.
In the heart of Noble Street Festival you will find the music stage with live music all day. Check below for more information on this year’s music lineup.
We expect to see more vendors than ever before, allowing you to shop with 50+ food and craft vendors.
Volunteer!
If you are interested in volunteering at Noble Street Festival, contact Sherrie Carter 256-454-4500 or rflcalhoun@gmail.com!
