GAINESVILLE
Ribbit the Exhibit
Jump on over to the Atlanta Botanical Garden in Gainesville to see what's hopping at the new Ribbit the Exhibit installation. You'll find 23 different cooper frog sculptures, each up to something different in the garden landscape. Many of the whimsical works feature frogs doing activities such as bird watching, watering plants, mowing the lawn, dancing and meditating. Each piece is the brainchild of artist Andy Cobb who spends approximately 120 hours on each sculpture, some of which are as small as 32 inches, while others are nearly six feet tall. While there, explore more imaginative creations in the Woven Whimsy wooden sculpture.
9 a.m.-6 p.m. May 12-14. $5- $8; free for Garden members. Atlanta Botanical Garden Gainesville, 1911 Sweetbay Drive, Gainesville. 404-888-4760, atlantabg.org/visit/gainesville.
DUNWOODY
Art Festival
Let Mom loose at the weekend-long art festival filled with unique crafts and goods by artists from around the country. With pieces from all types of materials—including clay, fiber, glass, jewelry, wood and paintings—this festival is sure to have something for everyone. Kick back and listen to the sounds of local musicians performing throughout the week, or head over to the Kidz Zone where younsters can have their faces painted and then tire themselves out on slides, inflatables and rides. The event will take place regardless of the weather. Park free and ride a shuttle from nearby Calvary Church, 5067 Chamblee Dunwoody Road.
10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 13 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 14. Free. Dunwoody Village, 1449 Dunwoody Village Parkway, Dunwoody. dunwoody.splashfestivals.com.
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PALMETTO
Spring Fest
Enjoy spring by heading down to Palmetto for the Farm at Wilkerson Mill's Spring Fest 2017. The event will be a day dedicated to fun with the theme of "Sustainability Our Way." Check out the healthy eating displays; learn more about sustainability at one of the workshops; or buy fresh produce from local organic farmers. Let the kids romp around on bounce houses or get their faces painted. A dance party kicks off at 5 p.m. Bring along a tent, lawn chair or blanket, and make yourself at home on the grounds.
Noon-8p.m. May 13. Free. The Farm at Wilkerson Mill, 8455 Wilkerson Mill Road, Palmetto. 404-750-3736, facebook.com/wilkersonmillspringfest.
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