KENNESAW
Fourth Annual Hummingbird Banding
Banding is the process of tagging birds to study their health, migration patterns and longevity, all without harming the birds. Because hummingbirds are so small, the process is incredibly precise, and expert Julia Elliot is one of the best. Attendees are invited to watch “the hummingbird whisperer” show how it’s done. The event also features talks about birds of prey, what plants to grow to attract hummingbirds to your garden, and how to identify various bird species. A plant sale, garden tours and arts and crafts activities for kids are part of the morning.
8-11 a.m. Aug. 23. $5-$7; free for children 5 and younger. Smith-Gilbert Gardens, 2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw. 770-919-0248, smithgilbertgardens.com.
MARIETTA
Great City Race
“The Amazing Race” just got a lot more local: This weekend, the concept moves into Marietta. Teams of two can sign up to tear around the city (on foot) and solve clues for cash and prizes. Each team should dress in similar outfits and must have a digital camera or camera phone. Stick around after the race for music, awards and a best-costume contest.
9 a.m. Aug. 23. $45 per person. Participants can register at Mulligan's Food & Spirits, 698 Roswell St., Marietta; specific details on the starting point will be given then. 770-499-1137, greatcityrace.com.
CARTERSVILLE
Booth Western Birthday Bash
The Booth Western Art Museum holds an 11th birthday bash to celebrate its wide array of Western artwork as well as presidential portraits and letters. Among the events planned are a Native American music show, Old West storytelling, live Western music, stick horse rodeos, artist demonstrations and arts and crafts (including the chance to make your own bolo tie). Josh Bohn, master model builder from Atlanta’s Legoland, will be on hand, inviting visitors to help him create a variety of Lego works.
10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Aug. 23. $7-$10; free for children younger than 12, active military personnel and museum members. Booth Western Art Museum, 501 Museum Drive, Cartersville. 770-387-1300, boothmuseum.org.
