ALPHARETTA
HamJam
No, not the spiral-sliced kind of ham: This event is for amateur radio lovers, as well as those with a curiosity about the world of ham radio. The North Fulton Amateur Radio League invites people of all ages, especially youth interested in science, technology, engineering and math subjects, for a day centered around their passion. Three guest speakers, including Jamie Dupree of Cox Radio, will share their love of ham. Guests also will have the opportunity to win prizes, including gift certificates and equipment. All proceeds will benefit programs for youth education and scholarships. 73! (Attendees will learn that’s ham lingo for signing off.)
8 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 14. Free. Metropolitan Club, 5895 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta. 404-434-4499, hamjam.info.
ACWORTH
Craft Beer Fest
Spend your Saturday afternoon with a few brews in the heart of downtown Acworth. Entry to the town’s craft beer festival gets you a souvenir cup and access to more than 100 beer samples. Groove to the sounds of live music from the Geeks, a band that promises “more awesomeness than mere mortals can handle.” Local food vendors will be on hand to help with hunger pangs. Festival organizers encourage participants to enjoy the day responsibly and to leave the kiddies at home — no one younger than 21 will be admitted.
1-5 p.m. Nov. 14. $35 in advance; $45 day of the fest; $15 designated drivers. 4375 Richard Russell Square, Acworth. 404-931-6453, acworthcraftbeerfest.com.
DACULA
Dessert Tasting
Soon, it will be getting chilly outside, so add a little winter weight the tastiest way possible: a dessert tasting. J. Michael Cakes and Catering is holding this sweets sampling featuring more than 75 types of cakes, pies, fruit desserts, cookies and puddings. If you’re content with dessert only, you’ll only need to dish out $10. But the $25 tickets will get you access to two hours of bowling, shoe rental and laser tag in addition to all the sweets. An extra $5 on top of that scores a raffle ticket and the chance to take home one of the evening’s sweet treats.
6-11 p.m. Nov. 14. $10-$30. Stars and Strikes, 1700 Winder Highway, Dacula. 404-271-1358, jmichaelcakes.com.
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