Home and landscape show, jazz concert and more!

Please submit your event information online. Go to events.charlotteobserver.com and click on "add to our listings." E-mail photos to stories@newsofcabarrus.com. The print deadline is two weeks in advance of the event date.

Jan. 27

Bookworks: Art by Janet Williams:

Featuring the work of Janet Williams, assistant professor of ceramics at UNCCharlotte. Books are porcelain coated and kiln fired. 10 a.m. weekdays through Feb. 12. Free. UNCC Rowe Arts Galleries, 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte. 704-687-0208. www.art.uncc.edu.

Jackson Training School: A Centennial Celebration:

Special exhibit on local juvenile rehabilitation center. Crafts made by schoolboys, print-making materials from former print shop, founder portraits and photos. Group tours by appointment. 11 a.m. weekdays through Jan. 30. Free. Concord Museum, 11 Union St. S., suite 104, Concord. 704-782-3688. www.historiccabarrus.org.

The Metropolitan Opera: "Der Rosenkavalier" Encore:

6:30 p.m. AMC Concord Mills 24, 8241 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord. 704-643-4262. www.amctheatres.com.

Jan. 29

Greater Charlotte Home & Landscape Show:

Home and garden seminars, landscape experts, trends in decorating, cooking demonstrations, art and gift gourmet center, kids zone, pottery demonstrations; builders, contractors, materials, decks, pools, entertainment systems, landscape displays, more. 2-7 p.m. Jan. 29; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Jan. 30; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 31. $7; free for ages 16 and younger. Military and senior discounts online. Cabarrus Arena and Events Center, 4751 N.C. 49 N., Concord. 877-663-6186; www.showtechnology.com. 704-920-3976; www.cabarrusarena.com.

Jan. 30

John Brown Quintet Concert:

Award-winning jazz quintet specializes in music from bebop and hardbop eras of jazz. 8 p.m. Davis Theatre, 65 Union St. S., Concord. $34. 704-920-2753. www.cabarrusartscouncil.tix.com.

Jan. 31

The Wedding Affair With More:

Bridal show with fashion show, photographers, caterers, DJs, dresses, travel agents, hotels, florists, spas, more. Parking $3-$5. 11 a.m. Jan. 31. Cabarrus Arena and Events Center, 4751 N.C. 49 N., Concord. www.gngtps.com. 704-920-3976. www.cabarrusarena.com.

Outdoor Lore:

Discuss nature nonsense; uncover truth behind the stories. 1:30 p.m. Free. Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Rd., Charlotte. 704-598-8857.

Eco-Art:

Create crafts out of garbage and recyclables. 3:30 p.m. Free. Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Rd., Charlotte. 704-598-8857.

Feb. 2

Concord Civic Garden Council Symposium:

Deadline to register for annual symposium with Don Boekelheide, author and organic gardening instructor, director of the community gardens at the Charlotte Urban Ministry Center. Lunch $25. Reservations required. Make checks payable to Concord Civic Garden Council; send by Feb. 2 to Nancy Fennell, 246 Brook Ave. S.E., Concord, NC 28025. Symposium will be 10 a.m. Feb. 9, Gardens of Taylor Glen, 3700 Taylor Glen Lane (off Pitts School Road), Concord. Open to the public. 704-786-4682.

Groundhog Day!:

Crafts, games, stories, special groundhog snack. 9:30 or 11 a.m. Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte. $3. 704-598-8857.

Hike for Your Health:

Hike through park's nature preserve. Must be able to walk 2-3 miles. Wear comfortable shoes; bring water. 5 p.m. Free. Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte. 704-598-8857.

Feb. 3

Homeschool Special: Whose Track Is That?:

Explore nature preserve, find clues to discover what was there before you. Be prepared to hike on uneven terrain for about 2 miles. Long sleeves, cool pants, closed-toe shoes highly recommended. Bring water bottle. 10 a.m. $5. Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte. 704-598-8857.

The Metropolitan Opera: "Carmen" Encore:

6:30 p.m. AMC Concord Mills 24, 8241 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord. 704-643-4262. www.amctheatres.com.

OWLS-Organization for Wildlife & Land Stewardship:

N.C. Wildlife Federation chapter monthly program about wild things and wild places. 7 p.m. Free. Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte. 704-598-8857.

Feb. 4

"Empowerment Keys to Launch a Business":

Greater Charlotte Region Chapter of eWomenNetwork features speaker Carenda Deonne on "12 Empowerment Keys to Launch Your Business to the Next Level." 11 a.m. $35 members, $45 for others through Feb. 1; $55 for everyone after that. Speedway Club, Lowe's Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Parkway S., Concord. 704-947-8476. www.ewomennetwork.com.

"Prairie Home Companion Live With Garrison Keillor":

8 p.m. AMC Concord Mills 24, 8241 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord. 704-643-4262. www.amctheatres.com.

Feb. 5

South Atlantic Conference Baseball Tournament:

Feb. 5-7 Kannapolis Intimidators host nine-game, five-team preseason event. One-day tickets $6 adults, $5 children, senior adults, students with student ID; tournament pass $15. 3 and 6 p.m. Feb. 5; 10 a.m., 1, 4, 7 p.m. Feb. 6; 10 a.m., 1, 4 p.m. Feb. 7. Fieldcrest Cannon Stadium, off Lane Street near I-85 Exit 63, Kannapolis. 704-932-3267. www.IntimidatorsBaseball.com.

The Big Show At Charlotte Karting Trade Show and Swap Meet:

Trade show, swap meet, Ultimate Indoor Challenge. Kart racing manufacturers and dealers from 22 states and Canada. Cabarrus Arena and Events Center, 4751 N.C. 49 N., Concord. $10 admission; ages 7 and younger free. Parking $3 to $5. 9 a.m. Feb. 5; 5 p.m. Feb. 6. www.ukcevents.com. 704-920-3976.

Bunco Party:

Social game played with dice and scorecard. No experience required. Coltrane LIFE Center, 321 Corban Ave. S.E., Concord. Proceeds benefit center participants. Refreshments, door prizes. 6:30 p.m. $20 (tax deductible). 704-788-1215. www.coltranelifecenter.org.

Feb. 6

The Metropolitan Opera: "Simon Boccanegra":

1 p.m. AMC Concord Mills 24, 8241 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord. 704-643-4262. www.amctheatres.com.

Feb. 9

Hike for Your Health:

Hike through park's nature preserve. Must be able to walk 2-3 miles. Wear comfortable shoes; bring water. 5 p.m. Free. Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte. 704-598-8857.

"Prairie Home Companion Encore With Garrison Keillor":

8 p.m. AMC Concord Mills 24, 8241 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord. 704-643-4262. www.amctheatres.com.

Feb. 10

Citizen Science: Great Backyard Bird Count:

Help Cornell University ornithologists use your bird counts to gauge health of environment. Bird count sheets, binoculars and field guides available on request. 9 a.m. Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte. Free. 704-598-8857.