Celebrate Earth Day with National Park Service naturalist Jerry Hightower by joining in a campfire, guided night hikes and an evening under the stars Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Naturalist Greg Greer of “Mr. Greg’s Reptile Roadshow” will host a demonstration of the exciting world of reptiles. Other events include live frogs on the lower deck, a campfire with marshmallows to roast, crafts, a walk by River Glen pond listening for the crickets and frog chorus, and night hikes with flashlights. This free event will be held at Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center, 8615 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek, Georgia, 30022. Participants meet at the center’s lodge. Directions: www.nps.gov/chat. Reservations are required. Call: 678-538-1200.

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Helen Gilbert places flowers on her brother Eurie Martin’s grave at Camp Spring Baptist Church in Sandersville. Her brother died eight years ago. Three former Washington County deputies are accused of causing his death and are set to stand trial Monday. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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