Several events are planned this week at Georgia State Parks and historic sites. For more information, including accommodations and facilities, visit www.GeorgiaStateParks.org or call 800-864-7275. For an online calendar listing, visit www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/events.
Dahlonega Appalachian Jam — Saturday, 2-5 p.m., Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site. Tour the museum then enjoy the live entertainment in the courtyard from 2 to 5 p.m. Bring a folding chair and listen, or bring your instrument and join in. $3.50-$5. 706-864-2257.
Saturday Evening Concert Series — Saturdays through mid-November, 8 p.m., Unicoi State Park and Lodge, Helen, Ga. Regional musicians perform a variety of music from Appalachian mountain, bluegrass and Southern gospel music. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-878-2201, ext. 305.
Sloppy Floyd Hangout — Saturday and Sunday, 5 p.m.-11 a.m., James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park, Summerville. Bring your hammock and join others for a night in trees down by the lake. Choose to build a campfire, grill out or just fish and relax. Not a fan of hammocks but want to tag along? Just bring your sleeping bag and bunk in the shelter. Water available. Call for reservations. $5 camping fee/person. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
Fall Celebration — Saturday, noon-4 p.m., Smithgall Woods State Park, Helen. Enjoy the natural beauty of the season with hands-on pioneer skills exhibits, hayrides, traditional craft vendors, mountain music and apple cider from a hand-cranked press. No registration required. $6 parking. 706-878-3087.
Full Moon Suspension Bridge Hike — Monday, 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Tuesday 7-10 p.m., Tallulah Gorge State Park. Join Tallulah Rangers on a moonlit hike down into the gorge. Register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.