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Rd., Fairburn 30213. For tickets, special offers, group discounts and info on themed weekends, visit garenfest.com.

Ask Granny Seminar

Saturday, April 20, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Join Athens genealogist and “Ask Granny” founder Judy Russell for this innovative program. The seminar is designed to help Grandpas and Grannies get information about their family (and their spouse’s family) down on paper — no computers involved. Everything needed to create your family tree will be provided free of charge, including a special pencil. Just bring your memories! Free. Space is limited; reservations required. Atlanta History Center, 130 West Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta 30305. Reserve your spot by calling 404-814-4150. For more information, call 404-814-4042 or visit atlantahistorycenter.com; click on Programs and scroll to Genealogy Programs.

Roswell Area Park Fishing Derby

Saturday, April 21, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Fishermen and women of all ages are invited to compete. Various prize categories are available for different age groups. Grand prizes will be awarded for the heaviest catfish and bass. Fee is $6 for Roswell residents, $9 for non-residents. Roswell Area Park Lake, 10495 Woodstock Rd., Roswell 30075. For more info and a link to register, go to the Event Calendar at visitroswellga.com.

Cars and ‘Q for the Cause

Saturday, Apr. 21, 4-7 p.m. Now in its ninth year, Cars and ‘Q raises money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation while visitors enjoy tasty BBQ, favorite brews and live music — and check out more than 100 stellar cars. Advance tickets are $20 for event entry and dinner; $40 for entry, dinner and drinks (legal age permitting). Tickets at the door are $30 and $50. Choate Construction, 8200 Roberts Dr., Atlanta 30350. For tickets and more info, go to carsnq.passioncff.org.

Learn Something

Canning 101

Saturday, April 14, 2 p.m. Presented by Gwinnett County Public Library in partnership with UGA Extension Gwinnett. Get hands-on experience on food preservation by canning your own apple preserves. Cost is $10 per person; payment will be taken on the day of the event by cash or check. Gwinnett County Public Library, Suwanee Branch, 361 Main St., Suwanee 30024. Participants must register by April 11 by emailing Ines.Beltran@ gwinnettcounty.com or calling 678-377-4010. Click on gwinnettpl. org to find out more.

Aging with a Healthy Brain

Tuesday, April 24, 6:30 p.m. Join Family & Consumer Science Agent Ines

Beltran to learn about ways to prevent Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Learn about the risk factors and how to get started on a healthier lifestyle to age with a healthy brain. Take a personal assessment to determine your risk of developing Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia. Gwinnett County Public Library, Five Forks Branch, 2780 Five Forks Trickum Rd., Lawrenceville 30044. For details about events at the Gwinnett Public Libraries, visit gwinnettpl.org.

Medicare Supplement Plans

Thursday, April 26, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Dr. Marcia McIntosh presents information about Medicare Supplement plans, also called Medigap. Medicare Parts A and B pay for many of your health-care services and supplies, but it doesn’t pay for everything. Unlike Original Medicare, a Medicare Supplement plan is offered through private insurance companies and have plans to help pay some of the hospital and medical costs that Medicare doesn’t cover, such as copayments, coinsurance and yearly deductibles. Free; Registration required. Freeman Poole Senior Center, 4025 S. Hurt Rd., Smyrna 30082, 770-801-3400. For more info and to register, go to cobbcounty.org.

Spring Cleaning Your Diet: Spring Salads

Thursday, April 26, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Spring is here, and with that comes a renewed opportunity for fresh, satisfying salads. Cobb Senior Services’ dietician Jobcy Alexander will show the basis of creating a satisfyingly delicious balanced salad. Free. Registration required. North Cobb Senior Center, 3900 S. Main St., Acworth 30101, 770975-7740. Visit cobbcounty.org to register and find more events.