Fall festival: A free fall festival and trunk-or-treat event will be held from 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at Living Hope Church. Families are encouraged to dress up in costume, bring their children and friends, trick or treat through a maze of decorated vehicles, win prizes, enjoy snacks and more. Attendees will also be able to shop and bid on items at the silent auction, which will benefit the school. Information: www.livinghopega.com. 3450 Stilesboro Road, Kennesaw.
Evening entertainment: OVERTAKEN: Blank Canvas is a social event that will focus on connecting believers via a night of visual, graphic, vocal and culinary art and spoken word. The evening will commence with a Social + Art Exhibit beginning at 7:23 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10. Tickets are $15 in advance; more at the door. Information: www.lifechurchatl.com. 4830 River Green Parkway, Duluth.
Free concert: Award-winning pianist John Burke will perform selections from his album, film and theater soundtracks from 3-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at New Covenant Church of Atlanta. Admission is free; albums will be available for purchase after the concert. Information: 770-455-8117. 3330 Chestnut Drive, Doraville.
Friday fun: Families are invited to Freaky Friday, an event featuring extreme family worship service, fearless interactive stations and prizes. The event will be held from 6:30-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at NorthStar Church. Parents and kids of all ages are encouraged to attend. The event is free; food will be available for purchase. Information: 770-420-9808. 3413 Blue Springs Road, Kennesaw.
Family theater: What happens when the local dragon prefers singing songs and reading poetry to terrorizing the village? When a famous dragon-slaying hero comes to save the town, who will save the dragon? In "The Reluctant Dragon," presented by Birmingham Children's Theatre, families will be able to enjoy this musical adaptation filled with whimsy. Two performances will take place on Sunday, Nov. 1: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Both will be held at Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta's (MJCCA) Morris & Rae Frank Theatre. Tickets are $7-$15. Information: www.atlantajcc.org. 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody.
Craft fair: The Ribbons and Holly Craft Market will take place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Mount Bethel United Methodist Church. The event will feature handmade, embellished and hand-designed items, including apparel, home goods, jewelry, Christmas decorations and stationery. Additionally, bake sale items and lunch will be available. Information: www.mtbethel.org. 4385 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta.
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