Tree Lighting: Peachtree Road United Methodist Church will present "The Great Tree Lighting," a program which features music and the lighting of the Chrismon Tree to signal the beginning of Advent. White and gold Chrismons, which are special, symbolic tree decorations representing Christianity, will be presented to children and youth as they perform. The evening will be capped by hot cocoa and Joy Café's delectable homemade cookies in the Fellowship Hall, along with swinging seasonal tunes from the award-winning Ridgeview Charter School Jazz Band. Open to all, the event begins at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30. For additional information, visit www.prumc.org. 3180 Peachtree Road NW, Atlanta.
Visits with Santa: Santa Claus is coming to town and children will be able to get up close and personal with him! From 10 – 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6 at Bethel United Methodist Church, children will be able to meet and take pictures with Santa, tell him their wishes, hear stories and partake in crafts. "We just want the kids to have fun and enjoy Santa and snacks," said Kellie Frissell, communications volunteer. Open to all, there is no charge to see Santa and participate in activities. Photo packages will be available for purchase. Call 770-474-2570 for more details. 245 Fairview Road, Stockbridge. www.bethel-umc.com.
Sing, dance and play: Clairmont Presbyterian Church will host "Snowbound: Christmas at Clairmont," at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12. The fun-filled program will include dancing, a play, gifts for children, and a dessert reception. " I hope people will walk away experiencing some of the childlike joy of Christmas and [experience] a fun break from the hustle and bustle of the season," said Maya Keiser, director of music ministry. Open to all, the event is free, but donations are welcome. Visit www.clairmontpres.org for more information. 1994 Clairmont Road, Decatur.
Christmas concert: At 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14 St. Paul's Episcopal Church will host "Festival Sounds of the Season," their 11th annual Christmas concert held in the Sisters Chapel on campus of Spelman College (440 Westview Drive SW, Atlanta). The concert will feature The St. Paul's Choir with special ensembles including The Men's Chorus, The Women's Chorus, The Handbell Choir, Chamber Singers & Voices of Praise and special guest musicians from The Atlanta Symphony & Opera Orchestras. Tickets are on sale now for $20 each and may be purchased at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/901632. Visit www.stpaulsatl.org for more details. 306 Peyton Road SW, Atlanta.
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