Nativity exhibit: An exhibit with over 300 international Nativity scenes is on exhibit now through Dec. 11 at the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany. Exhibition times are as follows: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. weekdays; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 10; and 2-4 p.m. Dec. 11. There is a special exhibit of Nativity scenes that highlight the differences between the birth story as told in the Gospels of Luke and Matthew. Each of these Nativities is accompanied by scriptural quotes and hymn texts. Admission is $5 for adults; free admission for children under 12. Information: 2089 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 404-373-8338, www.epiphany.org.
Holiday performance: The Faith Alliance of Metro Atlanta and Southern Order of Storytellers will present a diverse cultural performance titled "Winter's Light: An Evening of Interfaith Story/ARTS" at 7 p.m. Dec. 10 at First Christian Church of Decatur. Performers will include the Rev. James Brewer Calvert, Rabbi Malka Packer, Opal Muhammad and many others. A $10 donation is suggested. Information: 601 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur. 404-378-3621, www.decaturdisciples.org.
Christmas concert: Enjoy the richness of culture through inspirational music during "A Soulful Christmas Celebration," which will begin at 4 p.m. Dec. 11 at Hillside International Truth Center Inc. The concert will be presented by the music ministry under the direction of Jarvis Wilson. Free and open to all. Information: 2450 Cascade Road S.W., Atlanta. 404-758-6811, www.hillsideinternational.org.
Prayer circle: All people are invited to sit in a circle, pray, create art, feast and more during Adult Godly Play Circle, which will take place from 7-8:30 p.m. Dec. 15 at St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church. RSVP to christen@stbartsatlanta.org by Dec. 12. Free, but donations will be welcomed. Information: 1790 LaVista Road N.E., Atlanta. 404-634-3336, www.stbartsatlanta.org.
Sounds of the season: The Christmas Cantata titled "Jesus Matters" will feature a combination of vocals, instruments, dance and spoken word. This holiday presentation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Dec. 17 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church and will be performed by the children and youth ministry. Free and open to all. Information: 294 Peyton Road S.W., Atlanta. 404-696-3620, www.stpaulsatl.org.
Family fun: Family-friendly movies, assorted inflatables and ride-on toys, table tennis, indoor swimming and more will be available to all visitors during Family Fun Day, which will be held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 25 at the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta. Weather permitting, the Paradies Playground at the Weinstein School Preschool will be available for outdoor play. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Information: 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. 678-812-4002, www.atlantajcc.org.
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