Get ready for another fun-filled weekend of warm spring weather at the Lake. Here’s our round up of where to go and what to do:
CROSS FIT FANS ~ Mark your calendar for this OrthoCarolina Twitter Chat
Monday, April 18
Are you part of the CrossFit fitness tribe? Whether you’ve heard about it, are dying to try it or are already an avid CrossFitter, chances are you have some questions about effective form, potential injury, best practices and more. Jillian McLellan, an occupational therapist with OrthoCarolina Winston and a CroffFit fan, will be fielding questions in a live Twitter chat on Monday, April 18. Tweet your questions to @orthocarolina and tune in.
Davidson Gallery Crawl
Friday, April 15
Main and South St.
It’s easy to see all the art Davidson has to offer when you’re part of the April is for Arts gallery crawl. Take the trolley to different locations as you browse collections from historic Main Street to South Main Street and the Circles @ 30. Be sure to stop along the way for refreshments and music!
Spring Plant Sale
April 15- April 16, 2016
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens
Spruce up your yard with a few more additions from the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens Spring Sale. Tune into their website for more updates as the date approaches.
Four Seasons Spring Wine Tasting Dinner
Saturday, April 16
Raffaldini Vineyards and Winery
Each winter, spring, summer and fall, Jay Raffaldini hosts a wine tasting dinner to ring in the new season. This year’s spring dinner features four seasonal food courses and four specially chosen wines to complement the culinary selections. Claim your seat online for $82.50 per person.
Art on the Green
Saturday, April 16-Sunday, April 17
Main Street
Continue celebrating the arts in Davidson with a weekend-long festival that brings thousands of citizens and visitors to Main Street. View participants in the juried art show in all types of media from sculpture to photography to ceramics. Stroll along the green, taking in the art and atmosphere that focuses on local experiences, like live music and cuisine.
Jettison Five @ High Branch Brewing
Saturday, April 16
High Branch Brewing Co
The tap room is now open at High Branch Brewing Company, and what better way to celebrate than a concert? Enjoy live acoustic music by Jettison Five Saturday evening.
Color Vibe 5k – Charlotte
Saturday, April 16
Concord Mills
Need a dash of color in your life? Here’s where you’ll find it. Lace up for the Color Vibe 5K and get ready for the blast of color! Register online.
23rd Annual Rural Hill Scottish Festival & Loch Norman Highland Games
Saturday, April 16
Historic Rural Hill
This weekend at Rural Hill get transported to the world of Scottish fun and games at the Loch Norman Highland Games and Scottish Festival. The two-day festival features challenges like battle axe throwing, kilted running events and Highland athletics. Visitors can also enjoy a kids zine, dancing, bagpipe bands, whiskey tastings and more.
Bayne’s 2nd Annual Craft Beer Olympics
Saturday, April 16
Bayne Brewing Company
No, your Olympic dreams are not shattered. Claim the gold at Bayne Brewing Company’s 2nd Annual Craft Beer Olympics. With events including giant jingo and ladder ball, free pizza and plenty of beer, this seems a lot more fun (and organized) than your attempts in college.
Concerts on the Green
Sunday, April 18
Town Green
Kick off the Concerts on the Green series with a performance from The Davidson College Jazz Ensemble. Bring your own picnic to enjoy on the green.
Autism Aware Fare
Tuesday, April 19
Various Participating Restaurants
Dine out for a cause during the 14th Annual Autism Aware Fare. Participating area restaurants are donating a portion of their proceeds on this day only to the Autism Society of North Carolina and the Mecklenburg County Chapter. View the full list of participating restaurants here.
