Back to school events: St. Andrews Presbyterian Church will host two back-to-school events. The first will welcome families, teachers and students of all ages at a special prayer to bless backpacks, tote bags and messenger bags. Participants will receive a bag tag as a reminder that God goes wherever they go. 10 a.m. Aug. 6. The second event will be the church's sixth annual back-to-school carnival featuring face painting, bounce houses, spin art, a petting zoo, Bible stories and church songs as well as hot dogs, chips, snow cones and other snacks. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 12. All events are free and open to all. St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 4882 Lavista Road, Tucker. 770-938-2833, standrewspresbyterian.org.
Consignment sale: This community shopping event will feature clothing, toys, nursery items, baby equipment, furniture and more. First-time moms can sign up for early shopping privileges. Visit bornagainblessings.com for additional details. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 11 and 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 12. 2005 Stilesboro Road N.W., Kennesaw. 678-384-5200, riverstoneonline.org.
Cue a concert: The Georgia Festival Chorus will perform during a free community concert, which will be open to all. 5 p.m. Aug. 20. First Baptist Church of Woodstock, 11905 Highway 92, Woodstock. 770-926-4428, fbcw.org.
Community picnic: Everyone will be able to attend a picnic featuring barbecue food with sides, ice cream, pony rides, face painting, a car show, corn hole tournament and more. For further details or to register, visit northsideumc.org/picnic.html. Free and open to all. 4-7 p.m. Aug. 26. Northside Church, 2799 Northside Drive N.W., Atlanta. 404-355-6475, northsideumc.org.
Movie screening: The Islamic Speakers Bureau of Atlanta and Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta will co-host a free screening of "The Sultan and the Saint," a film about Muslim-Christian peace. Following the film, an interfaith panel will discuss how individuals and groups can extend the hand of friendship to those who may see them as the enemy. To RSVP, visit eventbrite.com and enter "Sultan and the Saint" and "Atlanta, GA" in the search boxes. Visit isbatlanta.org for additional information. 3-5 p.m. Aug. 27. Rialto Center for the Arts, 80 Forsyth St. N.W., Atlanta.
Culinary class: During a special series for busy moms, participants will learn to properly wash, steam and puree food for babies as well as prepare finger foods for toddlers. Advanced registration required; $40-$50. Open to all. 10 a.m.-noon. Aug. 29. Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. 678-812-4002, atlantajcc.org.
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