Christmas Cantana: At 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, Emory Presbyterian Church will present "On Christmas Night," their annual musical celebration of the Christmas story featuring eight original carols by the church's Chancel Choir and guest musicians. Instruments such as the organ, flute, oboe, harp and percussion will set the tone for an array of styles and moods from comforting and reflective to jubilant, swinging and folksy. This event is free and open to the public. Call 404-325-4551 for additional details. 1886 N. Decatur Road NE, Atlanta. www.emorypresbyterian.org.
Community concert: Here's a free, festive and fun option for the holiday: a concert and sing-along. At 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, Shallowford Presbyterian Church will present "Sounds of Christmas," a 140-member adult and teen choir plus a professional orchestra performing an array of Christmas carols. "People can hear quality music," Emily Floyd, director of Music Ministries, said. "The teen choir [features] 80-plus singers, which is unusual for this day and age in churches. They will blow you away!" Free and open to the public, guests are encouraged to sing along to their favorite songs. Afer the concert, enjoy a complimentary cookie and cider reception. Visit www.shallowford.org for more information. 2375 Shallowford Road, Atlanta.
Hannukah celebration for kids: Celebrate and learn more about Hannukah, the festival of lights, at The Children's Museum of Atlanta's special "Meet The Holidays" program. Observed in November or December by Jewish people worldwide, this ancient lighting tradition dates back to the time of the Maccabean army, who entered a temple, found one small drop of oil and kept a lamp lit for eight days. In addition to the educational component, kids will listen to "The Hannukah Hop!" and be able to make a Hannukah banner. This event will be presented three times throughout the weekend, starting at noon Saturday, Dec. 20. The cost of admission is $12.75 (plus tax). Visit www.childrensmuseumatlanta.org for additional details. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Drive, Atlanta.
Holy family reenactment: St. Bede's Episcopal Church will celebrate "Las Posadas," the liturgical reenactment of the arrival of the holy family in Bethlehem at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21. Traditionally observed in Mexican communities during the final days of Advent, Las Posadas, which means "The Inns," demonstrates how the holy family finds no lodging for the child to be born. After the performance, guests are invited to decorate the parish Christmas tree and enjoy refreshments. Free and open to all. Call 770-938-9797 for additional details. 2601 Henderson Mill Road, Atlanta. www.stbedes.org.
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