Music for the soul: Bring your dancing shoes for an evening of toe-tapping and hand-clapping with Bob Sima, who will perform at Eddie's Attic at 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12. Known as the transformational troubadour, Sima sings uplifting, inspiring songs that encourage listeners to live a more fulfilling life. "With passion, conviction and enthusiasm, it is my highest honor to sing from my heart to yours," he said. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. For more ticket information, visit www.eddiesattic.com. 515 N. McDonough St., Decatur.
Sukkot celebration: At 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta's (MJCCA) Zaban Park Campus will feature a fun holiday program called "Ribs in the Shack." With authentic Glatt Kosher BBQ ribs during the Festival of Booths, guests will be able to dine in the MJCCA Sukkah (Booth) and listen to live music by the Cedar Hill Bluegrass Band. The evening's program also will include special crafts and activities for children. The event is free and open to all, but note that food will be available for purchase. For additional details, visit www.atlantajcc.org. 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody.
Candy, costumes and contests: Ball Ground United Methodist Church will host its annual Trunk or Treat event at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26. Wondering what that is? Angie Gordon, the church's children's director, explained, "Trunk or Treat is a 'safe' trick or treat option held in our church parking lot. People register their vehicles and decorate their 'trunk' or back of their vehicle, and children go around the parking lot from trunk to trunk gathering treats. We also offer games and crafts to entertain the whole family." Rounding out the event will be food cooked by the Men's Group and costume contests for kids and adults. The event is free and open to the public, but canned goods and nonperishable food donations will be accepted to help stock the church's food pantry. Additional information, trunk rules and registration forms can be found at www.ballgroundchurch.org. 3045 Canton Highway, Ball Ground.
Pumpkin picking: Fall beckons fun, outdoor things like beautiful backdrops of colorful leaves and pumpkin picking, and Bridge to Grace Church is offering just that — coupled with a children's maze and free photos, now through Nov. 1. According to Roxanne Densmore, one of the organizers, "The (pumpkin) patch is a great way for our church volunteers to get to know the families and school groups. We also have a prayer box available for those individuals who'd like our prayer team to pray for them." Guests can enjoy the maze and photo area for free; proceeds from the pumpkin sales benefit a mix of community service projects. For more information, call 770-645-2842. 2385 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell.
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