Getting out and about in metro Atlanta is becoming a little easier as some events are resuming — often with social distancing restrictions. Some virtual events are also being held, or you can choose a fun activity to do on your own from the list below.
Check out the following 16 things to do in metro Atlanta this week:
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Cobb
Cardio Kickboxing and Core de Force Class. 8 a.m.-9 a.m. Saturday, June 13. $7 per class for Smyrna residents, $10 for non-residents. Pre-registration required. Twentieth Century Veterans Memorial, 2800 King St., Smyrna. smyrnaga.gov.
Bring a water bottle and get moving with core de force, a high-energy mixed martial art-inspired exercise, along with cardio kickboxing. The class is recommended for everyone from beginners to seasoned athletes.
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Hit the Beach. Sunup-sundown, Friday, June 12, Saturday, June 13 and Sunday June 14 and ongoing. $10 non-resident parking fee, credit or debit only. Acworth Beach at Cauble Park, 4425 Beach St. NW, Acworth. 770-917-1234. facebook.com.
Enjoy the beach and the lake for a vacation feel. Due to COVID-19, a limited number of visitors will be allowed into Cauble Park, but Dallas Landing Park, 5120 Allatoona Drive, Acworth, is suggested as an alternative.
Downtown Acworth Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-noon Friday, June 12. Logan Farm Park, 4405 Cherokee St., Acworth. 770-917-1234. acworth.org.
The Acworth Farmers Market offers Georgia grown goodies such as veggies, eggs, cheese and more. The number of patrons allowed in the market may be restricted to allow for social distancing, and masks are suggested.
Drive-in Movie Night. 6:30 p.m. park opening, 7:30 p.m. approximate movie start, Friday, June 12 and Saturday, June 13. Free, with registration and social distancing required. Bring receipt or email confirmation. Lost Mountain Park, 845 Dallas Highway, Powder Springs. https://www.cobbcounty.org.
Bring movie snacks, non-alcoholic drinks, chairs and blankets to watch the Disney/Pixar movie “Onward.” If you’d like to participate in a family art project and trivia time (with proper social distancing), come early.
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DeKalb
Fresh on DeK Mobile Market. 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Friday, June 12 and additional Fridays through Sept. 11. Free, with registration required. Clarkston Library, 951 North Indian Creek Drive, Clarkston. 404-508-7175. events.dekalblibrary.org.
Score free pre-bagged produce and information packets and learn about virtual cooking classes. This is a drive-thru service with limited walkup.
Explore Fernbank Forest. Timed sessions from 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m. on Friday, June 12, Saturday June 13 and Sunday, June 14, with these times plus 5 p.m.-8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Free with membership and included with regular museum admission prices of $18-$20. Fernbank Forest, 767 Clifton Road, Atlanta. fernbankmuseum.org. 404-929-6300.
Explore Fernbank Forest by walking two miles of paths or enjoying a canopy walk. Advance online tickets are required, as are face coverings for people over age 2.
Catch Some Fish. dawn-dusk Friday, June 12-Sunday, June 14 and continuing daily. Pine Lake, Lakeshore Drive, Pine Lake. https://pinelakega.sophicity.com/.
Enjoy the lake in DeKalb County's smallest town and try your hand at fishing. The lake is stocked with catfish and bream, and you'll need a valid Georgia fishing license to fish.
Go Biking in Decatur. various courses available, Decatur.
Decatur has added improvements such as bike lanes and bike boxes (green pavement markings at intersections to help improve bicycling safety) to make the city more bicycle-friendly. The city has also recommended five bike routes to try, including one that's easy and appropriate for riding with the kids and another that takes you through Decatur Park.
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North Fulton
June Pop Up Market. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. continuing on Friday, June 12. Hembree Center, Fred Cox Fine Art Studio, 1815 Hembree Road, Suite 207, Alpharetta. 404-451-1034. facebook.com.
Browse items from curated vendors of art, furniture, home décor, jewelry and clothing from Scott Antique Market.
Visit Brooke Street Park & Arboretum. dawn-dusk Friday, June 12-Sunday June 14 and daily. 2Free parking at City Center. 2 Park Place, Alpharetta. awesomealpharetta.com.
Unwind at downtown Alpharetta’s five-acre park by walking on a winding concrete path. The park includes beautiful trees, a small reading garden, a landscaped stream and more.
Get creative with pottery. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday, June 12 and Saturday, June 13 and noon-7 p.m. Sunday, June 14. All Fired Up, 53 South Main St., Alpharetta. 770-740-7800. https://allfiredupart.com/.
Use your creativity as you paint a pre-made piece of pottery or make your own creation from raw clay and then paint it. Reservations are encouraged, but walk-ups are also accepted. Outside seating is available in addition to inside seating.
Alpharetta Farmers "Mini" Market. 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, June 13. Parking lot of Urban Hardware, 11770 Haynes Bridge Road #501, Alpharetta. 770-299-8225. facebook.com.
Load up on homemade pasta sauce, produce, cheese, kettle corn, French pastries and more. Shoppers are asked to wear a mask, adhere to social distancing guidelines and shop in groups no larger than two.
Gwinnett
Sustainability Series: Personal Hygiene. 4 p.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, June 14. Hosted by Gwinnett County Public Library. https://gwinnettpl.libnet.info/.
Learn how to shop smarter and make your own personal hygiene products at this virtual event.
Boat or float down the Chattahoochee. Access through several Gwinnett County parks or National Park Service locations. exploregwinnett.org.
Shoot the Hooch by tubing, canoeing, kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding in Gwinnett County.
Play disc golf. 18-hole disc golf courses are available at Alexander Park, Lenora Park and Little Mulberry Park in Gwinnett County. gwinnettcounty.com.
Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, choose a Gwinnett County park location to brush up on your disc golfing scores.
Summer Porch Jam Virtual Concert Series. 7 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Friday, June 12. https://www.facebook.com.
The city of Suwanee is hosting a virtual concert series every Friday night in June.
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