It’s not quite summer, but who’s counting? D9 Brewing’s summer concert series kicks off Saturday with headliner Pluto for Planet along with The Goodnight Brothers Band. Wingz on Wheelz, Queen City Sliders and A Worthy Dog will be there, too. So, technically, it’s still spring, and that means spring break. The Carolina Raptor Center is offering up a flock of programs next week to engage those little minds until school is back in session. Check out Raptor Encounter, Owl Pellet Dissection, What’s Your Wingspan? and more, all included with admission to the Raptor Trail.

Annual local art showcase featuring a variety of works by more than 125 artists from Cornelius and surrounding areas. Open through March 30 at the Cornelius Arts Center Gallery.

Google background checks, awkward pauses and bailouts punctuate this unforgettable first encounter between two romantics who just might be perfect for each other–or not. Presented by the Davidson Community Players. March 22-April 1 at the Armour Street Theatre in Davidson.

For the first time, Cornelius’s Warehouse Performing Arts Center will take a show on the road. “Five Lesbians Eating a Quiche” will be performed March 29-31 at the Stage Door Theater in Charlotte.

Noon and 7 p.m. at Community in Christ Lutheran Church in Cornelius.

Remembrance of Jesus’ crucifixion. 6:40 p.m. at Mount Zion United Methodist Church in Cornelius.

Highly-anticipated annual event features story time, crafts, Easter Bunny, more. Reservations required. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Historic Latta Plantation in Huntersville.

Families will use their engineering skills to construct a protective case for their egg and see if it can survive a fall from the Town Hall Clock Tower without breaking. 11 a.m. at Discovery Place KIDS in Huntersville.

D9’s summer concert series kicks off with food trucks and performances by The Goodnight Brothers Band and Pluto for Planet. 5-10 p.m. at D9 Brewing Company in Cornelius.

2:30-5:30 p.m. at The Grand Theatre AmStar 14 in Mooresville.

8, 9:15 and 11 a.m. at Grace Covenant Church in Cornelius.

8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. at Community in Christ Lutheran Church in Cornelius.

Sunrise service, 8:30 a.m. Traditional services, 8:30 and 11 a.m. Contemporary worship, 9:45 a.m. All services held at Mount Zion United Methodist Church in Cornelius.

Hear the music of early America before the recording era. 6-10 p.m. at Old Town Public House in Cornelius.

A bass and percussion section will be ready to accompany your music. 7:30-10 p.m. at Old Town Public House in Cornelius.

7 p.m. at Grace Covenant Church in Cornelius.

Mayor Woody Washam and the Town Board of Commissioners will be available for coffee, questions and conversation during this new monthly event. 8:30 a.m. at Harvey’s in Cornelius.

Free with paid admission. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville.

Certified technicians will inspect your car seat, free of charge. 3-6 p.m. at the Cornelius-Lemley Fire Rescue Station 1.

Raptor Encounter, 11 a.m. Vulture Science, noon and 2 p.m. Free with paid admission at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville.

Learn about the butterfly’s life cycle, celebrate North Carolina’s Butterfly Highway and help us track the migration of our favorite pollinators. Included in admission. 11:15 a.m. at Discovery Place KIDS in Huntersville.

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

Meet other local fans and participate in crafts, snacks and activities inspired by “The Hunger Games.” 2-3 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.