Things to Do in Cartersville

Four galleries filled with artifacts team up with rotating exhibits and aviation wing to honor history of Marietta and Cobb Counties

Pilots lift passengers in bright biplanes to glimpse bird's-eye views of downtown Atlanta or Stone Mountain during 20-minute flights

Golfers gain discounts at 14 area courses, a golf-ball stencil, and a one-year subscription to Golf Digest magazine

Foster friendly competition on bowling lanes with optional bumpers, inside bumper cars, or in the arcade packed with classic and new games.

Paint an ice cream bowl during a party or make a coaster, trivet, plate, bowl, or pendant during a class

Students learn the basics of controlling the silks in an introductory class and further their abilities in 1- or 2-hour practice sessions

Racing instructors show suited-up students how to safely whip around a professional raceway during a half-day stock-car experience

Couples pause between brushstrokes to sample a buffet and sip on red or white wine

After liftoff at Gwinnett County Airport, pilots guide Robinson R44 helicopters toward one of state's largest lakes or above city landmarks

Preschoolers to middle schoolers learn about science, technology, engineering, math, and art in five-day camps

Skaters of all ages roll past bright murals and disco lights in recently coated roller rink equipped with concession-stand fare

Professional drivers sate passengers' need for speed in stock cars during exciting ride-alongs and racing experiences

Visitors learn about local history and explore a 1,477 ft. railroad tunnel that goes through Chetoogeta Mountain

All materials included; students craft 16"x20" paintings while sipping on brought-from-home beer or wine

Indoor mini-golf facility hosts putt-putt rounds

Students learn piloting skills on flight-simulation equipment before hopping in the cockpit for an hour of hands-on flying

Instructors tailor classes to each guest's fitness level or limitations during Pilates Sculpt, yoga, and Cardio Sculpt

Small groups learn how to work with a torch to make and decorate colorful glass beads

Learn standup paddleboarding in a two-hour course of up to 14 students; all equipment provided

Hardwood rink at a 14,000-square-foot family-fun center with game room and snack area

Putting- and swing-analysis sessions use JC Video and Tomi technology to capture techniques so instructors can diagnose poor tendencies

Dynamic boot camps work on firming major muscle groups, boosting strength and stamina, and kick-starting metabolism

Supervised climbing session allows novices to tackle tough faces with help, and two-hour introductory classes teach fundamental safely

Players loop 9-hole, executive course twice over for 18-hole round, which features 10 par 3s and 8 par 4s spread across water-laden terrain

Long-time bowling-industry leader opens its oiled lanes for pin-punishment sessions including cosmic bowling

Skilled instructors explain sewing basics for each student's machine