Abilio

10/31/2025

You know what’s scary?

10/29/2025

Does your child struggle with rhyming, letter naming, or reading?

Join us for an information session about understanding dyslexia on Saturday, October 25th from 10-11 a.m. presented by Shonda Guthrie, M.Ed. As a reading specialist, master reading teacher, certified academic language therapist, and certified structured literacy dyslexia specialist, she will share information about dyslexia and the clues and signs to look for. There will also be time for a Q & A session.

If you'd like to attend, child care is available and registration is required. Please register by visiting the children's desk at the Main Branch or by calling (205) 345-5820, ext.4.

10/29/2025

10/29/2025

Something exciting is in the works!

Abilio is planning an Activities of Daily Living/Assistive Technology Expo that will hopefully be held in December. In an effort to create an experience that truly meets your needs and interests, we want your input! We've created a survey for you to share the activities of daily living that might be most challenging, what topics or devices you'd like to learn more about, and what tasks you think could be made easier with assistive technology. If you have any other questions, please feel free to email accessabilio@gmail.com!

Please click the link to complete this form.

10/29/2025

It’s that time of year again! Whether you scream Roll Tide or War Eagle, there’s plenty of opportunities to cheer on these amazing athletes!

10/26/2025

The rain couldn’t dampen the Halloween spirit! Boo! in the Park was a HUGE success! Thank you so much to PARA, our trunk sponsors, volunteers, and the Tuscaloosa community for coming out in full force. Stay tuned for more updates on all the fun!

10/26/2025

Boo! in the Park is being moved to the Mary Ann Phelps center! Rainy weather can’t stop us from having fun!

OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Boo! in the Park has been MOVED to the Mary Ann Phelps Activity Center today, Sunday, October 26th from 1-4PM. (2200 Rock Quarry Dr, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406)

Public parking will be at Rock Quarry Elementary (thank you Dr. Daria!) and in the field in front of Phelps.
• Main lot at Phelps reserved for accessible parking and food trucks. Please park in the field.
• Games, Vendors & Trunks (converted to tables) will be inside.
• Touch-A-Truck & pet parade portions cancelled.

Schedule:
10:00AM PARA Staff & Set-up Team Arrival
11:00AM Vendor, "Trunk" & Food Truck set up begins
11:30AM Outside Volunteer arrival
12:00PM Everything set up and ready
1:00PM Event begins!
1:30PM Kids Costume Contest 1
2:30PM Kids Costume Contest 2
3:00PM Pet parade CANCELLED - No Pets
3:30PM Kids Costume Contest 3
3:50PM Raffle winner announcements
4:00PM Event conclusion & clean up

See you soon at Boo! at the PHELPS!!😀

10/22/2025

🎃 THANK YOU to Our 2025 Boo! in the Park / Touch-A-Truck Sponsors! 🎉

This incredible community event wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our sponsors and partners who help us bring safe, family-friendly fun to Tuscaloosa each year! 💜

TITLE SPONSOR:
🏥 University Medical Center

PRESENTING SPONSORS:
🏦 Alabama Credit Union
🎈 Party WOW*
🚚 TWO MEN & A TRUCK Tuscaloosa*
🥤 Buffalo Rock Pepsi*

ACTIVITY SPONSORS:
🚜 Heavy Machines
🎓 Tuscaloosa Academy
🎉 Press Play Inflatables & Entertainment*
🎠 Fun Factory*

IN-KIND DONATIONS/RAFFLE/BOO BASKET GIFTS:
🌮 La Gran Mexican Restaurant*
🎨LALA paints
🎃 Graceful Designs
🎈 Party WOW

💛 It’s not too late to join the fun! We’re still accepting registrations for sponsors, trunks, vendor tables, Touch-A-Truck participants, and volunteers to help make this year’s event our best yet.

👉 Visit tcpara.org/halloween to sign up and be part of the magic!

* (Trade/in-kind donation/discount supporting the event.)

10/22/2025

🚒🚜 Touch-A-Truck is rolling back into town! 🚓🚛

Get up close and explore the amazing vehicles and equipment that help keep Tuscaloosa running! From police cruisers to tow trucks, construction equipment, recycling, garbage and more — this is your chance to see, touch, and climb aboard the machines that make a big impact in our community. 👷‍♂️🚧

Do you have a cool vehicle, rig, or piece of equipment you’d like to showcase? There’s still time to join the lineup — but don’t wait! Time and spots are very limited!

👉 Sign up now at tcpara.org/halloween

10/22/2025

🚚🎃 Food Truck Lineup Alert! 🎃🍔

Come hungry to Boo! in the Park/Touch-A-Truck 2025!
These amazing local food trucks will be serving up tasty bites and drinks for purchase — from sweet treats to savory favorites! 🍦🌮🍗

Many vendors have elected to donate a portion of proceeds to support Phase 2 of our Mason's Place All-Inclusive Playground Project, helping bring even more play opportunities for children of all abilities. 💜

A huge thank-you to these vendors for cooking up delicious food for a great cause!

Want to join the lineup? Spots are limited and must be approved — apply today at tcpara.org/halloween

10/22/2025

🎃 The fun doesn’t stop at the trunks! 🎃

We’re also excited to spotlight our incredible vendor table sponsors who help make Boo! in the Park/Touch-A-Truck possible! 👻

From community partners to local businesses, these vendors bring the treats, games, and giveaways that make this event such a family favorite. 🍭💜

Be sure to stop by their tables during the event to say hello, grab some goodies, and learn more about the amazing organizations that help support our community all year long. Proceeds from tables benefit Mason's Place All-Inclusive Playground Phase II initiative.

Interested in joining the fun? There’s still time to become a vendor or Trunk-or-Treat sponsor! Visit tcpara.org/halloween
for details.