accessories, like her sparkly bracelets and owlornament necklaces, at markets in Anniston,
the Quintard Mall, festivals and at a booth in
Anniston’s Calhoun Pickers.
One of the perks of buying from independent
vendors is their confidence in their quality —
if something’s wrong, they’re going to fix it,
she says.
“I try to keep it affordable, so I don’t charge
a whole lot and I guarantee my stuff,” said
Owen. “I get a lot of repeat business because
of that.”
According to Hubbard, Downtown After
Sundown is a state-certified market, which
ensures not only that the vendors are
selling produce that they themselves have
grown, but also allows for a technological
advantage thanks to a two-year grant from
the Department of Agriculture.
“Vendors have card readers and printers, so
they can take EBT cards or credit and debit
cards,” said Hubbard, who added that senior
citizens can use Alabama senior vouchers to
buy from the market, which previously only
accepted cash. “It’s very convenient this year.” ✽
Downtown After Sundown takes place every Thursday from 5-8 on Choccolocco
Street in Oxford through October 30. Visit the Facebook page at facebook.com/
Downtownaftersundown for more information, updates and pictures from the market.
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