Events Articles

Opelika’s Victorian Front Porch Tour gets fresh new look

BY MICHELLE KEYEDITOR@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM OPELIKA — Step back into time with Opelika’s Victorian Front Porch Tour, scheduled for Dec. 13 through 17. The setting for the tour is the year 1899 and dressing in period costumes is welcomed.Ride, stroll or bike through the...

Collinwood luminaries tell Christmas story

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — For the 57th year, Collinwood residents will continue their Christmas gift to the community with the annual Collinwood Luminaries Friday, Dec. 13, from 5 until 9 p.m. Over 1,300 flickering candles in sand filled bags will line...

What to Expect at SNOPELIKA 2024

BY THE OPELIKACHAMBER OF COMMERCE OPELIKA — The Opelika Chamber of Commerce invites you to experience the magic of the holiday season at the SNOPELIKA Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting on Friday, Dec. 6, in downtown Opelika. This beloved event, presented by Autosport...

AUMC Christmas Market to feature arts, crafts, food

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER Over 50 vendors featuring art, handmade crafts, food and other items will be featured at this year’s annual Christmas Market Saturday, Dec. 7 from 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Auburn United Methodist Church. The creative cooks in the...
Preserving Auburn History

Preserving Auburn History

CONTRIBUTED BY THE AUBURN HERITAGE ASSOCIATION AUBURN — The Auburn Heritage Association will conduct two historic marker dedications in Lee County...

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A New Perspective on Books

A New Perspective on Books

Award-Winning Author Inspires New Love of Reading for Local Students BY KENDYL HOLLINGSWORTH KENDYLH@OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM OPELIKA — Anything is...

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Opelika Hosts CCAA Conference

Opelika Hosts CCAA Conference

CONTRIBUTED BY OPELIKACHAMBER OF COMMERCE OPELIKA — Opelika hosted the 2023 Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama’s Executive Leadership...

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It’s a New Season at The Gogue

It’s a New Season at The Gogue

BY HANNAH GOLDFINGER HLESTER@ OPELIKAOBSERVER.COM AUBURN — Acrobats and fire dancers and The Broadway Boys, oh my! The Jay and Susie Gogue...

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Noon Tunes Fill the Square

Noon Tunes Fill the Square

Music fills the air in Courthouse Square in Opelika every Wednesday during May. Noon Tunes, sponsored by the Opelika Parks and Recreation...

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