UAB's ArtPlay

10/20/2026

The ArtPlay House is getting ready for a super-fun Halloween celebration!

Boo! You’re invited to a not-so-spooky afternoon of creativity, imagination, and Halloween fun at ArtPlay. Join us for our FREE Halloween Family Day on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 1–4 p.m. for a joyful celebration designed especially for little ghosts, goblins, and their grown-ups.

Whether you’re twirling in a cape, fluttering in fairy wings, or wrapped up like a cozy mummy, Halloween Family Day at ArtPlay is all about celebrating creativity, community, and the joy of being together.

Enjoy hands-on art activities, festive fun, and plenty of opportunities to make memories with family and friends in a welcoming, playful environment.

Bring the whole family and get ready for an afternoon of Halloween-inspired fun at ArtPlay!

10/19/2026

The ArtPlay House is getting ready for a super-fun Halloween celebration!

Boo! You’re invited to a not-so-spooky afternoon of creativity, imagination, and Halloween fun at ArtPlay. Join us for our FREE Halloween Family Day on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 1–4 p.m. for a joyful celebration designed especially for little ghosts, goblins, and their grown-ups.

Whether you’re twirling in a cape, fluttering in fairy wings, or wrapped up like a cozy mummy, Halloween Family Day at ArtPlay is all about celebrating creativity, community, and the joy of being together.

Enjoy hands-on art activities, festive fun, and plenty of opportunities to make memories with family and friends in a welcoming, playful environment.

Bring the whole family and get ready for an afternoon of Halloween-inspired fun at ArtPlay!

10/15/2026

Vocabby's World™ Presents:
"Secrets About Spiders"

Beep! Beep! Join Vocabby™ and your ArtPlay friends as we discover the Secrets About Spiders!

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ Program begins at 10:30 a.m.
📝 Please arrive by 10:15 a.m. to register.
📍 Woodlawn United Methodist Church (Program meets in the church sanctuary.)

Explore new vocabulary through song, movement, creative play, and hands-on learning adventures.

This FREE program is designed for children ages birth to five and their caregivers, supporting early childhood development during these important formative years.

All children ages birth to five, and their grown-ups, are welcome!

https://www.alysstephens.org/events/secrets-about-spiders/

About the Program -
Vocabby's World™ is a FREE community vocabulary program launched in 2016 through a partnership with McWane Science Center, with support from the PNC Foundation.

Through the adventures of Vocabby™, pre-K learners "travel" around the world while building vocabulary through arts and science integration. Each session features hands-on activities that spark curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.

What to Expect -
🎨 Interactive experiences combining art, music, and movement

📚 Hands-on activities that reinforce new vocabulary

🎁 Free books, curriculum resources, and art materials

👨‍👩‍👧 Opportunities for caregivers to engage in and support early learning

Vocabby's World™ serves families in Woodlawn, Titusville, and surrounding neighborhoods, creating accessible and enriching learning experiences for the community.

10/14/2026

🎃 Boo! You’re invited to a not-so-spooky afternoon of creativity, imagination, and Halloween fun at ArtPlay. Join us for our FREE Halloween Family Day on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 1-4 PM—a joyful celebration designed for little ghosts, goblins, and their grown-ups.

Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy an afternoon filled with music, games, hands-on art activities, and good-natured Halloween fun. We’re keeping things sweet (and healthy!) with treats, no tricks, and plenty of opportunities to create, play, and explore together.

This year’s theme is inspired by the heartwarming story "The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt," a gentle tale about embracing what makes us unique. Gather around for a cozy storytime, then bring the story to life through creative art activities that celebrate individuality, imagination, and the magic of being yourself.

Whether you’re twirling in a cape, fluttering in fairy wings, or wrapped up like a cozy quilt, Halloween Family Day at ArtPlay celebrates creativity, community, and the joy of being together.

Bring the whole family—and get ready for an afternoon of festive fun at ArtPlay!

https://www.alysstephens.org/events/halloween-family-day/

10/10/2026

We were the “King of New York” tonight at the VIVA Health Gala for the UAB Center for the Arts!

It was a splendid “Night of the Arts!”

10/08/2026

There are still open spots for this workshop for THIS Saturday and Next. Come create with us!

10/05/2026

10/01/2026

✨ What a September at ArtPlay! ✨

From A-Team performances and Vocabby adventures to ArtPlay Live, school residencies, educational performances, and our community Block Party, this month brought creativity, connection, and unforgettable experiences.

We were thrilled to welcome Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience, share the inspiring storytelling of Sharrif Simmons' Page to the Stage, and create memorable artistic moments for students and families throughout our community.

Thank you to the artists, educators, students, families, and supporters who make this work possible every day. Your enthusiasm fuels our mission to inspire imagination, creativity, and learning through the arts.

And we're not done yet... stay tuned for even more exciting programs, performances, and creative adventures to come this season. 💛🎨🎭🎶

Birmingham City Schools Jefferson County Schools

09/30/2026

Beep! Beep! “Vocabby has a new friend!”

Join Vocabby™ and your ArtPlay friends as you explore new vocabulary through song, movement, and creative play.

Saturday, Oct 3 - 10:30am - Sixth Avenue Baptist Church

This FREE program is designed for both children and their caregivers, supporting early childhood development during these important formative years.

All children ages birth to five, and their grown-ups, are welcome.

More info HERE: https://www.alysstephens.org/events/secrets-about-spiders-titusville/

09/25/2026