ArtPlay Presents ‘Yuletide in Dogtown’“Yuletide in Dogtown,” an original theatrical production for families, will be presented Dec. 17 by ArtPlay, the home for arts education from UAB’s Alys Stephens Center.Shows are at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Stephens Center. Holiday treats will be served after each performance. Guests can bring cameras to have pictures made … [Read more...]

Holiday floats with surprises for the crowd, a marching band, music and elves will all be a part of Mountain Brook’s annual holiday parade Dec. 4, with a new longer route through Mountain Brook Village.Parade-goers can have photos made with Mountain Brook’s mayor, who will arrive on a fire truck.Mountain Brook native Tribble Reese, CMT's "Sweet Home Alabama" star, will … [Read more...]

Aldridge Gardens will be decked out for the holidays Dec. 2-22 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Greenery swags and velvet bows will adorn lamp posts, structures and the front gate.Volunteers will transform the Aldridge Gallery and Museum, adding a Christmas tree and other festive decorations. The gallery will be open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Decorating committee … [Read more...]

Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church is hosting Christmas in the Hills: A Celebration of Giving and the Arts, Dec. 15-16 from 1-8 p.m. and Dec. 17 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the church fellowship hall and Tyson Hall.Sip hot chocolate while walking through a winter wonderland of Christmas trees decorated by community organizations.Entertainment includes Christmas music by … [Read more...]

The Vestavia Hills United Methodist Women’s Circle 5 will host the 13th annual Magical Marketplace Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.This year’s marketplace will feature more than 60 local and regional vendors. Items for sale will include art, pottery, jewelry, stationary, children’s clothing, baby gifts, holiday goodies and more.Proceeds from the event will benefit Magic … [Read more...]