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Places and activities are listed separately from dated calendar occurrences. A venue listing does not confirm a program, ticket, opening day or available space for your visit. Maps use the listed destination or a clearly labelled area search; check the visitor entrance and parking with the operator.

Homewood, AL · Markets & food

Ashley Mac's

A restaurant stop at 1831 28th Avenue South Suite N101.

Where: 1831 28th Avenue South Suite N101, Homewood, AL

Map & directions

Map uses the published street address; confirm the entrance and parking.

Plan: Hours not confirmed; check the current schedule before visiting.

Cost: Menu prices vary; check the current menu before ordering.

Check Homewood Chamber of Commerce

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Ashville, AL · Classes & learning

Ashville House Quilt Shop

Browse fabrics and quilting supplies.

Where: 35 Third Street, Ashville, AL

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination address; confirm the entrance, parking and current access.

Plan: Opening hours are not confirmed. Check with the venue before travelling, including seasonal access and private bookings.

Cost: Current admission, parking and activity charges are not confirmed; ask the venue before going.

Check Visit St. Clair tourism directory

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Ashville, AL · History & museums

Ashville Museum and Archives

See local artifacts and historical records.

Where: 78 Sixth Avenue, Ashville, AL

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination address; confirm the entrance, parking and current access.

Plan: Opening hours are not confirmed. Check with the venue before travelling, including seasonal access and private bookings.

Cost: Current admission, parking and activity charges are not confirmed; ask the venue before going.

Check Visit St. Clair tourism directory

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Ashville, AL · Parks & outdoors

Ashville Sports Complex

Find local sports activities at this community complex; verify the event schedule.

Where: Gartrell Drive, Ashville, AL

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Map searches the named destination and published area; confirm the precise entrance and parking before travel.

Plan: Opening hours are not confirmed. Check with the venue before travelling, including seasonal access and private bookings.

Cost: Current admission, parking and activity charges are not confirmed; ask the venue before going.

Check Visit St. Clair tourism directory

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Marietta · Markets & food

Australian Bakery Cafe

Stop for Australian-style savory pies and baked treats.

Where: 48 South Park Square, Marietta, GA

Map & directions

Map uses the published street address; confirm the entrance and parking.

Plan: Monday–Saturday 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Confirm holiday changes.

Cost: Menu prices vary; check the current menu before ordering.

Check Australian Bakery Cafe operator

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Marietta · History & museums

Aviation History & Technology Center

See the historic aircraft collection and check its public-exploration status.

Where: 555 Perrin Road, Marietta, GA 30060

Map & directions

Use the public museum entrance on Perrin Road, separate from Dobbins military-base access.

Plan: Friday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday noon–5 p.m.; last admission 4:20 p.m. Weather permitting; groups by advance scheduling.

Cost: Adults $7; students and seniors $5; children under 5 free. Veterans and listed military/family categories free; special events priced separately.

Contact: 770-919-5700

Visitor questions & reservations

Check Visit Marietta official attractions directory and venue website

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Birmingham, AL · Classes & learning

Avondale Branch Library (BPL)

Browse books and enjoy a reading visit at this neighborhood library. Check its own calendar for dated classes and activities.

Where: 509 S 40th St, Birmingham, AL 35222

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination; confirm the entrance, parking and current access before travel.

Plan: Mon and Wed–Sat 9 AM–6 PM; Tuesday 9 AM–8 PM Central. Sunday closed; check holiday exceptions.

Cost: No general visit fee stated. Borrowing eligibility and any program or printing charges should be checked with the library.

Check Birmingham Public Library; Jefferson County library consortium

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Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Homewood, AL · Markets & food

Baba Java Coffee

A coffee-house stop on Green Springs Highway.

Where: 817 Green Springs Hwy Suite 109, Homewood, AL

Map & directions

Map uses the published street address; confirm the entrance and parking.

Plan: Hours not confirmed; check the current schedule before visiting.

Cost: Menu prices vary; check the current menu before ordering.

Check Homewood Chamber of Commerce

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Oxford, AL · Parks & outdoors

Bannister Park

Walk the lighted track or use the children’s playground.

Where: Off Friendship Road, Oxford, AL

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City confirms the park off Friendship Road but gives no numbered entrance. Map is a named-park search; avoid assuming nearby community-center parking belongs to the park.

Plan: Check current opening and any reservation requirement before travelling.

Cost: Free park entry listed by the city.

Check City of Oxford

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Birmingham, AL · History & museums

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum

Explore the museum motorcycle collection and current exhibitions.

Where: 6030 Barber Motorsports Parkway, Birmingham, AL

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination; confirm the entrance, parking and current access before travel.

Plan: October–March: Monday–Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, Sunday noon–5 PM Central. April–September closes 6 PM. Major holidays closed; confirm event-weekend access.

Cost: Adults $25; ages 4–12 $10; military $20, including tax. Major event weekends also require a separate park-event ticket.

Check Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum

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Carrollton · Parks & outdoors

Bark on Bradley

Bring a dog to the dedicated dog park.

Where: Across from City Hall at 315 Bradley Street, behind the public parking lot, Carrollton, GA

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The dog park is across from City Hall, behind the public parking lot. 315 Bradley Street identifies City Hall, not the dog-park entrance.

Plan: Opening hours not confirmed; check the official page before traveling.

Cost: Current admission or activity price not confirmed; ask the operator.

Contact: 770-832-1161

Visitor questions & reservations

Check City of Carrollton Parks and Recreation

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Bowdon · Parks & outdoors

Barr Park

Take a walk on the park’s trail.

Where: Parson Street, Bowdon, GA

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Map searches the named destination and published street area; an exact entrance has not been confirmed.

Plan: Check the official source for current hours, holiday changes and availability before visiting.

Cost: Check the official source for current prices, reservations and any program or rental fees.

Check City of Bowdon

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Homewood, AL · Markets & food

Bayt Al Qahwah

Pause for coffee on Green Springs Highway.

Where: 425 Green Springs Hwy, Homewood, AL

Map & directions

Map uses the published street address; confirm the entrance and parking.

Plan: Hours not confirmed; check the current schedule before visiting.

Cost: Menu prices vary; check the current menu before ordering.

Check Homewood Chamber of Commerce

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

LaGrange · Markets & food

Beacon Brewing Co.

A brewery-and-food stop in the historic Hillside neighborhood.

Where: 700 Lincoln Street, LaGrange, GA 30241

Map & directions

Map uses the published street address; confirm the entrance and parking before travelling.

Plan: Tuesday–Saturday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; Monday closed. Eastern.

Cost: Menu-priced food and beverages; check current menu.

Contact: 706-298-6500

Check Visit LaGrange official visitor bureau

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Irondale, AL · Parks & outdoors

Beacon Park

A playground and walking track share this park with picnic pavilions and restrooms.

Where: 5309 Beacon Drive, Irondale, AL

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination; confirm the entrance, parking and current access before travel.

Plan: Unknown; verify before travel.

Cost: Unknown; admission, parking and any activity fees have not been established.

Check City of Irondale

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Rockmart · Arts & performances

Beginning Drawing or Oil Painting with James Hill

Learn drawing fundamentals or introductory oil painting.

Where: 316 N. Piedmont Avenue, Building 300, Rockmart, GA 30153

Map & directions

Classes and groups meet at the Arts Center, Building 300; confirm your classroom, entry and accessible route with the instructor. Class times can extend beyond public gallery hours.

Plan: Wednesdays 1–2:30 p.m.; register with James and confirm current space.

Cost: Fall 2026 newsletter: ages 14–adult, drawing $15 or oil painting $20.

Contact: 770-355-1535

Check City of Rockmart

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Carrollton · Parks & outdoors

Beloved Community Park

Take a small downtown picnic beside the water feature.

Where: 215 Newnan Street, Carrollton, GA

Map & directions

Official listing confirms the street destination; check local signs for parking and the public entrance.

Plan: Opening hours not confirmed; check the official page before traveling.

Cost: Current admission or activity price not confirmed; ask the operator.

Contact: 770-832-1161

Visitor questions & reservations

Check City of Carrollton Parks and Recreation

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Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Hiram · Parks & outdoors

Ben Hill Strickland Park

Plan a city-park visit; ask Hiram about current amenities and access.

Where: 372 Oak Street, Hiram, GA 30141

Map & directions

Plan: Confirm current opening days, hours and any reservations with the venue before travel.

Cost: General park and individual activity charges were not verified; check rentals, classes and facility fees separately.

Contact: 770-943-3726

Check Paulding County Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Anniston, AL · History & museums

Berman Museum

Explore the museum’s current historical collections and visitor options.

Where: Anniston Museums & Gardens campus, 800 Museum Drive, Anniston, AL 36206

Map & directions

800 Museum Drive is the operator’s published campus address. Follow the campus map to Berman Museum; this is not a verified pin for its door.

Plan: Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday 1–5 p.m.; last admission 4:30 p.m. Central Time. Check holidays.

Cost: Berman Museum single-museum ticket: adult $12; senior $10; child $8; ages 0–3 free. Confirm age categories and any extra fees when booking.

Contact: 256-237-6766

Check Anniston Museums & Gardens

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Austell · Parks & outdoors

Berry Park

Bring a chair for quiet nature time.

Where: 5659 Old Marietta Road, Austell, GA

Map & directions

Official listed destination; confirm any activity room, access restrictions and availability before travel.

Plan: Confirm park hours.

Cost: Current charge is not stated; confirm with the venue.

Contact: 770-819-2304

Visitor questions & reservations

Check City of Austell

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LaGrange · History & museums

Biblical History Center

Visit archaeological replicas and artifact galleries. A self-guided visit, guided tour or reserved historical meal gives different lengths and costs; much of the garden is outside.

Where: 130 Gordon Commercial Drive, LaGrange, GA 30240

Map & directions

Map uses the published street address; confirm the entrance and parking before travelling.

Plan: Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Eastern; Sunday–Monday closed.

Cost: Self-guided adult 13+ $21.27; child 6–12 $15.92;5 andunder free. Guided tour adult $33.04 / child $27.69; meal-and-tour adult $69.42 / child $42.67. Prices include tax; special-event prices may differ.

Contact: 706-885-0363

Check Biblical History Center operator

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Springville, AL · Parks & outdoors

Big Canoe Creek Nature Preserve

Explore woodland trails and look for birds at this nature preserve.

Where: 1700 Murphrees Valley Road, Springville, AL

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination address; confirm the entrance, parking and current access.

Plan: Opening hours are not confirmed. Check with the venue before travelling, including seasonal access and private bookings.

Cost: Current admission, parking and activity charges are not confirmed; ask the venue before going.

Check Visit St. Clair tourism directory

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

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