Back-to-school and health fair: Students of all ages and parents from the West End will have access to gently used uniforms and books, free haircuts, informational breakout sessions, health and wellness resources, children's activities and more during a back-to-school and health fair. Supplies will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Parents should register online at thewestender.com/2017btsfair. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. July 22. West End Church of Christ, 1303 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd., Atlanta. 404-753-6271, thewestender.com.
Finale concert: Presented by Franklin Pond Chamber Music, the annual summer finale concert will feature performances of works by Mozart, Mendelssohn, Schubert, Glazunov, Brahms and Dvorak. Faculty members and Atlanta Symphony Orchestra musicians Jun-Ching Lin and Carolyn Hancock will perform with Franklin Pond Chamber Music students in the final piece. Visit franklinpond.org for additional information. Free and open to all. 3 p.m. July 30. Peachtree Presbyterian Church's Kellett Chapel, 3434 Roswell Road, N.W., Atlanta. 404-842-5800, peachtreechurch.org.
First Friday concert: Parishioner Will Scruggs will perform during this month's First Friday at First. Tickets will be $15 and available at the door the day of the concert. 6-9 p.m. Aug. 4. First Congregational Church of Atlanta, Information: 125 Ellis St. N.E., Atlanta. 404-659-6255, firstchurchatl.org.
Religious school: Children will be able to participate in four free classes to get to know more about the school. Open to first-time students from grades Pre-K through high school. Email education@mynertamid.org to reserve a spot. 9 a.m.-noon. Aug. 6, 13, 20 and 27. Congregation Ner Tamid, 1349 Old Highway 41, Marietta. 678 264-8575, mynertamid.info.
Back-to-school carnival: All will be welcomed at a back-to-school carnival featuring face painting, bounce houses, spin art, a petting zoo, Bible stories, church songs and food. Free and open to all. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 12. 4882 Lavista Road, Tucker. 770-938-2833, standrewspresbyterian.org.
Culinary class: During a special series for busy moms, participants will learn to prepare delicious dishes at home in the 30-minute meal class. Advanced registration required; $45-$55. Open to all. 7-9 p.m. Aug. 15. Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. 678-812-4002, atlantajcc.org.
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