Super Bowl Party at Park Place: 16 things to do around Atlanta this weekend

Believe it or not, there is more to do in Atlanta than cheer on the Atlanta Falcons

This weekend entails some solid pep rallies and watch parties, but there is a little something for everyone −from the Dragon Con fans to anglers.

Here’s a short list:

Cobb

Scary-etta Trolley Ghost Tour. 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3. $27 for adults, $14 for children. 130 Church St., Marietta. 770-425-1006. www.mariettacalendar.com.

Experience Marietta like youv'e never seen it before by joining the Ghosts of Marietta and The Historic Marietta Trolley Company for the Scary-etta Trolley Ghost Tour. You'll hear ghost stories and enjoy seeing the sights around Historic Marietta aboard this 90-minute long trolley ride.

First Friday Art Celebration: Magical Transformations. 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3. Free. MarketPlace 120. 562 Wylie Road, Marietta. 678-540-7511. www.mariettacalendar.com.

Take in a little art this Friday with the First Friday Art Celebration at MarketPlace 120. This Friday's exhibit, "Magical Transformations," will showcase the artwork of Manami Lingerfelt, followed by tea blending, refreshments and door prizes.

13th Annual Black College Expo. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4. $10 per person. Cobb Galleria Centre. 2 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta. 877-427-4100. www.cobbgalleria.com.

Get inspired this Saturday at the Black College Expo taking place at the Galleria. At this entertaining college expo, students can talk to advisors and spokespeople from over 50 Historically Black Colleges and Universities, take part in seminars and even get accepted from college and receive scholarships on the spot with no applications fees.

First Sunday Lecture:A Brief History of the Temperance and Prohibition Movements in Cobb County and Vicinity. 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5. Free. Smyrna Library Meeting Room. 100 Village Green Circle SE, Smyrna. 770-431-2860. www.smyrnacity.com.

If you've ever wondered about the history of alcohol in Georgia, don't miss the First Sunday Lecture at the Smyrna Library. This month's lecture, "A Brief History of the Temperance and Prohibition Movements in Cobb County and Vicinity," includes an interesting lecture and slide show by Georgia historian Dr. William P. Marchione, Ph.D. detailing temperance and prohibition throughout the 20th centure in Cobb County.

DeKalb

Game-O-Rama. Running 24 hours per day from Friday until 11 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 3-5. Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center. 246 Perimeter Center Parkway NE, Atlanta. wobatty@gmail.com. www.game-o-rama.com.

Calling all gamers - Game-O-Rama takes place all weekend at the Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center. Whether you love to play Magic the Gathering, Risk or Dungeons and Dragons, Game-O-Rama will keep you gaming with like-minded people with 24 hour game play. While there, shop from the Flea Market or show your game ideas at Demo Alley.

Birding by Ear Workshop. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Feb. 5. $40 for members, $50 for non-members. Dunwoody Nature Center. 5343 Roberts Drive, Dunwoody. 770-394-3322. www.cvbdunwoody.com.

Amaze your friends and learn how to talk to the birds at the Birding by Ear Workshop taking place at the Dunwoody Nature Center this Sunday. Ornithologist Georgann Schmalz will lead this two-hour seminar that will teach you techniques for imitating bird sounds with varying rhythm, tempo, quality and pitch.

The Bach Bowl. 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5. Free. Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall. 1700 North Decatur Road, Atlanta. 404-727-5050. www.arts.emory.edu.

Enjoy an evening of Bach with Emory University Organist Timothy Albrecht this Sunday. This concert featuring Emory University musicians lasts about an hour and is completely free.

APUMC Souper Bowl of Caring. All day, Sunday, Feb. 5. Donations accepted. Avondale Pattillo United Methodist Church. 3260 Covington Highway, Decatur. 404-294-4063. www.avondaleestates.org.

This Super Bowl Sunday, make sure to give a little back to your community by contributing to the "Souper Bowl of Caring" drive happening at the Avondale Pattillo United Methodist Church. Bring as many boxed or canned food products as possible to help out the Decatur-Area Emergency Assistance Ministry.

Gwinnett

Dragon Con Night at Medieval Times. 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3. $31 per person with code DC17. Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament. 5900 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville. 888-935-6878. www.events.exploregwinnett.org.

Combine the costuming fun of Dragon Con with the merriment of Medieval Times and you'll have the night of your life. That's just what you'll get this Friday at Dragon Con Night. Guests will enjoy a costume contest, prizes, a live DJ and Medieval Times performances.

Taste of Georgia. Friday, Feb. 3. $60 per person. Chateau Élan Winery and Resort. 100 Rue Charlemagne, Braselton. 678-425-0900. www.chateauelan.com.

Enjoy a wine tasting experience like no other this Friday at the Chateau Élan Winery. This Taste of Georgia event features discussions with experts, a little education and a lot of delicious local wine and food, including chocolate, cheese, olive oil and bread.

The Fly Fishing Show. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3 and 4. $15 for adults per day, $25 for a two-day ticket, $2 for children ages 6 through 12, free for children ages 5 and under, free for scouts ages 16 and under in uniform, $10 for military with ID. Infinite Energy Center. 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth. 814-443-3638. www.flyfishingshow.com.

If you love fly fishing, or know someone who does, don't miss the Fly Fishing Show this weekend at the Infinite Energy Center in Duluth. Along with an educational "Learning Center," guests will get a chance to see live demonstrations and test out the latest fly fishing rods, reels and accessories.

Downtown Braselton Chocolate Walk. 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4. $5 per person. Downtown Development Office. 9924 Davis St., Braselton. 706-684-0369. www.events.accessatlanta.com.

Take a delicious stroll along the streets of Braselton this Saturday during the Downtown Braselton Chocolate Walk. Not only will you enjoy seeing the shops along Braselton's Main Street, but each business will give out a chocolate treat to each visitor.

North Fulton

Southern Circuit Independent Film Series. 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3. Free. Jess Lucas Park, Christ Church and Carriage House. 680 South Central Ave., Hapeville. 404-669-2100. www.hapeville.org.

Take in a little cinema this Friday at the Southern Circuit Independent Film Series taking place in Hapeville. This free event all starts with a Reception with the Filmmaker, followed by the screenings and Q&A.

Paint the Town: Fine Art, Fine Fare, Fine Wine. 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4. $150 per person. Vinings Gallery. 938 Canon St., Roswell. layla@pure-imagination.org. www.paintthetownatlanta.org.

Experience Napa Valley without ever leaving the South this Saturday at Paint the Town taking place at Vinings Gallery. Along with delicious local cuisine and fine wine from renown Napa Valley wineries, you'll also take part in live and silent auctions that include an oil painting by the featured artist.

Super Bowl Party at Park Place. 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5. Free. Park Place at Newtown School. 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. 678-512-3430. www.calendarwiz.com.

Enjoy watching the Super Bowl with lots of friends and family this Sunday at Park Place at Newtown School. The Super Bowl Party at Park Place will take place starting at 6, so bring an appetizer and get ready for some football.

Autrey Mill Nature Preserve Heritage Tour. 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5. Free for members, $2 suggested donation for non-members. Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center. 9770 Autrey Mill Road, Johns Creek. 678-366-3511. www.calendarwiz.com.

Discover what life was like on an 18th century farm around Johns Creek on Sunday on the Autrey Mill Nature Preserve Heritage Tour. You'll learn about the local history of the area, find out about farm life in the late 1700s and tour the Autrey Mill Heritage Village.

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