Family Weekend Fun: March 20-22

Friday
Fourth and Fifth Grade Fun Night
Plan a date night and drop the kids and their friends off for a fun night for everyone. The kids can listen to music, eat from one of the concession stands and play games. Lake Norman YMCA, 21300 Davidson St., Cornelius.

Homeschool Day at the Carolina Raptor Center
Pack a lunch and get ready to learn! Make today a field trip and receive $2 off regular admission to take a walk along the Raptor trail. Students can watch a Meet the Raptors presentation and stick around for a nature craft. Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville.

Peter Pan
Let your imaginations run wild as you and the family bask in the magical world of the mischeivous boy who never wants to grow up! Journey through neverland with his dearest friends and family including Tinker Bell and Wendy. Knight Theater, 430 S. Tryon St.

Preschool Explorers – St. Patty’s Day (Sham)rocks
Your little leprechaun(s) can discover the world of nature by making fun St. Patrick’s day crafts. Listen to songs, find a few animals and have fun exploring the outdoors. McDowell Nature Center, 15222 York Road.

Saturday
3-2-1 Dash for Down Syndrome
Help raise money for scientific research and advancements for those with Down syndrom by running, jogging, walking or going on a one-mile fun run. Blakeney Profession Center, 8835 Blakeney Professional Drive.

Block Builders
Calling all fixer-uppers! Enjoy building and covering tables and tables with Citiblocs. Once you build your structure, learn how force and motion can knock it down. Discovery Place KIDS, 105 Gilead Road, Huntersvillle.

Bouncing Bunnies and Chattering Chicks
Prance on over to the Charlotte Nature museum for a chance to meet a few furry bunnies or chickies. Learn about the different species, too! Charlotte Nature Museum, 1658 Sterling Road.

Charlotte Dance Festival
Get ready for a full-sensory experience of innovative choreography. You’ll enjoy risk-taking movement, orginal music and breath-taking imagery. Booth Playhouse, 130 N.Tryon St.

Concord Mills Kidgits Eggstravaganza
Everyone’s invited to celebrate the joys of Easter! Decorate baskets, go on an egg spoon relay and participate in other theme-related activites. Mr. Nigel and his friends will also be in attendance. Food Court, 8111 Concord Mills Blvd.

Sunday
Celebrate World Water Day
It’s important to know where our natural resources come from! Take the day to learn about these sources that are provided to wildlife and look for a few who depend on them at the nature center. Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Road.

Concord Mills’ Caring Bunny
If you or a friend have or know someone with children who have special needs be sure to check out a this Easter event that caters to those with disabilities. The event will be in a subdued and comforting environment helping to reduce sensory triggers. Kids can simply have fun with the Easter bunny. Food Court, 8111 Concord Mills Blvd.

Lightwire Theatre presents ” The Ugly Duckling and The Tortoise and The Hare
These two tales come together using body-puppets that are outlined with electroluminescent wire. The stage will be darkened for an illuminated effect. This play is recommended for ages 5-8. McGee theatre, The Batte Center, 403 North Camden Road, Wingate.

Ode to Spring
Wondering what it was like to celebrate spring time during colonial days? This event shows you all about how eggs were dyed using natural materials. Kids can even try “egg picking”, using a pin to scratch designs on an egg. The Schiele Museum, 1500 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia.

Busy? Overstretched? Your last chance to sign up to win a work-life makeover with Carson Tate is Sunday, March 22, 11:59 p.m.