Recognize Georgia river conservationist President Jimmy Carter and as well celebrate the Okefenokee Wilderness Canoe Trail at the Georgia Rivers Gala. Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception, old-fashioned fish fry, brief program, and live music by Rob Jordan & Friends.

Thursday August 22, tickets $175 or $1500 for a table of eight, Atlanta History Center, 130 W Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA, 30305.