The works of two Annistonians are on display this month in different locations. The artist’s assemblages are in a downtown gallery and the writer’s words are on the printed page. Both are inspirational in their own way. And later this month, save time to see 100 quilts in a showing of handiwork talent — and a car show — at Golden Springs Baptist Church.
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