The second annual Craft Beer SpringFest is this Sunday in Jetton Village. Party with two live bands, craft beer vendors, bounce houses for the kiddos, a wine tent and more. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. A portion of proceeds goes to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Free with paid admission to the Raptor Trail. Noon and 2 p.m. at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville.

Davidson alum and widely published poet Clint Smith will read from his works. 7:30 p.m. at Davidson College.

Free with paid admission. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville.

More than 20 food trucks, beer and wine, live music, bounce houses, games, hay rides, more. 5-9 p.m. at Historic Rural Hill in Huntersville.

Davidson’s premier student choral ensemble will perform at 5 p.m. at Davidson College Presbyterian Church.

Learn how to handle situations with someone in emotional or mental crisis. Instructional materials, snacks and lunch provided. Ages 18 and up. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Cornelius Town Hall.

The 39th annual Dogwood Bass Tournament will benefit the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Cash prizes. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. at Queen’s Landing in Mooresville.

Amateur and professional photographers alike will enjoy this professional photo shoot featuring the Carolina Raptor Center’s resident raptors. Each day highlights over 20 different raptors in unique settings. 7:30-11 a.m. April 7-8 at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville.

Local produce and more. See website for parking and market policies. 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays beside Davidson Town Hall.

Hosted by Community Blood Center of the Carolinas. Free movie ticket voucher for donors. 3-6 p.m. at Regal Birkdale Stadium 16 in Huntersville.

Interactive play for kids of all ages, hands-on activities, DJ, fun entertainers and so much more! 1-5 p.m. at the Ada Jenkins Community Center in Davidson.

The Malpass Brothers will play old-time country music. 7 p.m. at the Charles Mack Citizen Center in Mooresville.

Amateur and professional photographers alike will enjoy this professional photo shoot featuring the Carolina Raptor Center’s resident raptors. Each day highlights over 20 different raptors in unique settings. 7:30-11 a.m. April 7-8 at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville.

Brews, small business vendors, food, bounce houses, live music. 1-7 p.m. at Jetton Village in Cornelius.

Expert naturalists will lead hikes on protected land in and around Davidson. Register to learn meeting place. 2-4 p.m. at the Rocky River Nature Preserve in Davidson.

Artist associate in violin and associate concertmaster of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra, Joseph Meyer, will perform part two of his series of two recitals featuring works from Johann Sebastian Bach and more. 3 p.m. in Tyler-Tallman Hall at Davidson College.

Join Charlotte Writers’ Club North and Main Street Books for a celebration of the life and works of Anthony “Tony” S. Abbott, author of seven books of poetry, two novels and four books of literary criticism. 4 p.m. at Main Street Books in Davidson.

Kids ages 5-11 can receive free homework help from a library volunteer at this drop-in program. 4-5:45 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.

“Connecting Your Business to Retirement and Estate Planning.” Small business owners will learn to document the roles and responsibilities in the business post-retirement, find retirement savings vehicles outside of the business, understand estate reduction, more. Free. 8:30-10 a.m. at the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce in Cornelius.

11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at the CPCC Huntersville campus.

Part of the NC Science Festival, this event will feature live demonstrations of artificial intelligence and machine learning projects and hands-on displays. 6:15-7:45 p.m. at the Davidson Public Library.

At this MHA North Branch meeting, David Stockwell will give a private tour of his new entertainment and food truck venue on the landmark site of the former Anchorage Marine. The site will be devoted to local historical artifacts. 7 p.m. at BoatYard Eats in Cornelius.

“An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power.” Discussion follows. 7 p.m. at The Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius.

The world-renowned Choir of Christ Church Cathedral Oxford will perform works by John Sheppard, William Byrd, Howard Goodall, Mendelssohn and Handel. 7:30 p.m. at Davidson College Presbyterian Church.

Officials from Huntersville, Cornelius and Davidson discuss regionalism, communication among lake towns and transportation projects. Open to the public. 5:30 p.m. at Cornelius Town Hall.

Network with members of the National Association of Women Business Owners as we enjoy wine and appetizers. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at The Shoppes at Home, Heart and Soul in Cornelius.

Fun STEM-related family activities on topics such as art, genetics, botany, physics, engineering, chemistry, food science and more. The event is part of the annual N.C. Science Festival. 5-8 p.m. at Cox Mill High School in Concord.

Top three finishers in each age division will receive a medal. Ages 7-14. Registration open until spaces are filled. 8:45 a.m. at Robbins Park in Cornelius.

Learn about the water cycle through books, hands-on activities and experiments. Registration required. 2-3 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.

More than 100 local artists and craftsmen, food trucks, two stages with live music, kids’ zone, local craft breweries, sidewalk shop specials, more. 2-8 p.m. in Old Town Cornelius.

The Ezekiel Alexander cabin will be converted into a tavern for a night of beer, good food, games and live music. 5:30-8 p.m. at Historic Latta Plantation in Huntersville.

“Eat Drink Man Woman” explores the relationships within a Taipei family. 7-9:30 p.m. at the Armour Street Theatre in Davidson.

Novant Health presents the Ada Jenkins Center 12th annual signature fundraising event, “An Evening at the Races.” 6-10 p.m. at Sweet Magnolia Estate in Cornelius.

Youth Baseball Event
MLB Pitch, Hit and Run encourages youth participation and emphasizes the fun element of baseball and softball competition. The individual pitching, hitting and running champions, along with the all-around champion in each age group, will advance to next level of competition. Ages 7-14. 2 p.m. at McEver Field 2 in Davidson.

Music at St. Alban’s presents Bodega Bay Baroque. Reception follows concert. 3 p.m. at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Davidson.