Attention, Parents! Do you have a young athlete wanting to make a jump to the next level? Check out the Emory Speed and Strength Camp at www.emoryspeedandstrength.com or call Steve at 404-712-4422.

Square Dance Class, Basic & Mainstream, is offered every Tuesday at Living Grace Living Lutheran Church, 1812 Cooledge, Tucker, from 10 a.m.-noon. No partner needed. Contact Alice Adler at 404-296-7288 or alicerhodes357@mindspring.com.

Celebrate the 4th with Atlanta Symphony Orchestra during their All American Celebration! The program, which takes place at Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park in Alpharetta on Friday, July 4, at 8 p.m., will feature favorite patriotic songs and fireworks. For more information about tickets and directions to the amphitheatre, log on to http://atlantasymphony.org or http://vzwamp.com, or phone 404-733-4105.

Atlanta Independent Women Homeowners will meet on July 21st. The topic for this meeting will be Business Ownership for Women, featuring keynote speaker Dolly Evans of Small Biz Services. Networking begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the presentation at 7 p.m. Fryer Law Building, 30 Lenox Pointe NE (corner of Lenox Rd. and Buford Hwy.). For information, call 404-909-9112.

Downtown Atlanta Restaurant Week extends its dining deals to TWO weeks, July 27-August 9. Participating restaurants in the Downtown Dining District will offer three-course meals for only $25. For more information, log on to: http://www.atlantadowntown.com/fun/restaurant-week.

The Brookhaven Arts Festival is an exciting opportunity to give back to the community, and there are several areas for which volunteer assistance is needed, such as planning and hospitality. Upcoming planning meetings will be held July 1 and August 3 at the offices of Dan Woodley Communities, 1407 Dresden Dr., 2nd floor. For more information, call 404-266- 3426 or email gretchen@brookhavenartsalliance.com.

On Wednesday, July 22, Santa for Seniors will hold its annual “Christmas in July” cocktail party at the TEW Galleries. Senior Citizen Services of Metropolitan Atlanta collects new, unwrapped, “senior friendly” items such as big print books, bath or personal hygiene products, slip-resistant slippers, etc. Items can be dropped off at SCS, 1705 Commerce Dr. NW between 9-5, weekdays. For information about the party, contact Steve Hargrove at shargrove@scsatl.org or 404-605-8450.

The Metro Atlanta RSVP program, sponsored by ARC, is currently accepting applications for volunteers to help educate older adults about issues that are important for remaining healthy and independent in their communities. Free training is provided for all volunteers and flexible schedules are available. Volunteers 55+ are eligible to receive mileage reimbursement and supplemental insurance. For more information and to register for the training, call 404 463-3119 or email enaumann@atlantaregional.com

“Writing in the Graveyard” Children’s Creative Writing Camp will be offered by Oakland Cemetery, July 13-17, taught by Julie and Elly Bookman. Kids who love to write and like the mystery and intrigue that a famous historic cemetery provides will jump at the chance to attend this writing camp designed for 10-14 year-olds. For information and a registration form, visit http://www.oaklandcemetery.com/. Limited space.

Sandy Springs artist Sharon Weiss will teach three workshop classes this summer at the Spruill Arts Center in Dunwoody — Drawing for the Serious Beginner (intergenerational – age 12 and above), July 11; I’m Stuck – Help Me Finish It (adults), July 25; and Cezanne in Pastel (adults), August 15. For details, visit www.spruillarts.org or call 770-394-3447.

Shoppers looking to save this summer can do just that at The Original Boutique Warehouse Sale taking place on July 17 and 18, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., at Atlantic Station, 17 Street in Midtown. With more than 20 boutiques to choose from, this sale has something for everyone! For more information visit www.boutiquebargainsatl.com or call Sandpiper at 770-433-2989.

The Seen Gallery will host artist James Dean’s newest series of paintings, “A Decade of Pete,” all this month, through July 29. The exhibition honors the 10th anniversary of “Pete the Cat,” the scrawny cat who became a beloved member of Dean’s household and the inspiration for his paintings in 1999. The gallery is located at 415 Church St., Decatur. Phone 404-377-0733. Web: www.theseengallery.com.

Vocal teacher Elise Witt will host a series of three Summer Singing Workshops at the Pine Lake Clubhouse, 300 Clubhouse Drive, Pine Lake, GA — “Glorious Impromptu Chorus,” July 11, 1-4 p.m.; “Vocal Improvisation,” July 18 10 a.m.-1 p.m; and “African Musical Landscapes,” July 25, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information and pricing, visit www.elisewitt.com or call 404-297-8398.

Pulling from ancient Christian liturgy in a peaceful, candlelit atmosphere, “Last Call” is a growing worship service for young adults in the Decatur/Emory/Toco Hills area. Join the group this summer for the “Blessed and Broken” series based on the Psalms. Sundays, 7 p.m., in the sanctuary of Clairmont Presbyterian Church, 1994 Clairmont Rd., Decatur. For more information, visit lastcallcpc.org or email Pastor Bobby, bobby@clairmontpres.org.

Local author Jessica Handler reads from and discusses Invisible Sisters, a compelling, lyrical memoir of love and loss. Tuesday, July 14, 7:15 p.m. Free. Blue Elephant Book Shop, 2091 N. Decatur Rd., Decatur. Phone: 404-728-8955. Web: www.blueelephantbookshop.com.

“Accrual Method: An Exhibition by Brent Fogt,” is on display through this month at Emory Visual Arts Gallery, 700 Peavine Creek Dr., Atlanta. The exhibit focuses on a series of large-scale, highly detailed drawings of abstract forms that vary from the topographic to the decorative. For more information, call 404-727-6315, or visit www.visualarts.emory.edu. Free.

Monthly Singalong. Group singing just for fun -- no performances. Open to all. We sing folk music, old standards, gospel, political songs, pop, freedom songs, country, show tunes and more. 7:30 p.m., Saturday, July 25, East Lake location. For directions or more info, call Bob at 404-378-5424.

Monthly Sacred Harp Singing. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Thursday, July 9. Early American hymns sung in powerful, exuberant style, as seen in Cold Mountain. Beginners welcome; instruction provided. Emory Presbyterian Church, fellowship building, 1886 North Decatur Rd. Questions or directions, call 404-892-6836 or visit Monthly Sacred Harp Singing. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Thursday, July 9. Early American hymns sung in powerful, exuberant style, as seen in Cold Mountain. Beginners welcome; instruction provided. Emory Presbyterian Church, fellowship building, 1886 North Decatur Rd. Questions or directions, call 404-892-6836 or visit www.atlantasacredharp.org.

Explore Chinese Adoption. Chinese Children Adoption International (CCAI) is hosting information meetings on July 29, 12:30-1:30 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m., 5825 Glenridge Drive, Building 1, Suite 126, Atlanta. Complimentary and open to the public, this meeting will provide information about the process of adopting from China. Contact Chaunda Brooks at 404-250-0055 for additional information or visit www.chinesechildren.org.