More and more spring events 

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TAO Japan's martial art drummers, Drum-Tao blend the ancient traditions of taiko drumming with an innovative choreographed production on the martial art of drumming. Mon., April 5, 7:30 p.m. $23 and up. Knight Theater, 430 S. Tryon St. 704-372-1000. www.blumenthalcenter.org.

SPRING FOOD LION AUTOFAIR Featuring more than 50 car club displays, as well as vendors offering automotive parts and memorabilia. April 8, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; April 9, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; April 10, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; April 11, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. $10 for adults; free for children under 12 years old. Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Parkway South, Concord. www.charlottemotorspeedway.com.

CHARLOTTE ROLLER GIRLS DOUBLE HEADER Charlotte Roller Girls B Dazzlers will take on the Columbia Quadsquad Miss B-Havers in the first bout of the evening. The second bout of the night will feature the Charlotte Roller Girls All-Stars vs. the Virginia Beach-based Dominion Derby Girls. Sat., April 10, 6 p.m. $4-$14. Grady Cole Center, 310 N. Kings Drive. 704-353-0200. For more information, visit www.charlotterollergirls.com.

MIDDLE EAST FESTIVAL Showcases the many diverse cultures of the Middle East with arts and crafts, music, dance and food. Presented by the Middle East Council of the Carolinas. Held in Trexler Student Center of Queens University. Free. Sat., April 10, 11 a.m. Queens University, 1900 Selwyn Ave. 704-337-2200. For more information, visit www.middleeastcouncilnc.org.

TASTE OF THE NATION Charlotte's finest restaurants and culinary schools come together for this annual shindig, which raises money to support Share Our Strength, an organization devoted to ending childhood hunger in Charlotte. The event also features alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, special demonstrations on how-to make drinks, a silent auction, and more. Wed., April 14, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. $60-$85. The Atrium, 401 S. Tryon St. For more information, visit http://strength.org/charlotte.

SLAMCHARLOTTE POETRY SLAM Monthly slam competitions, featuring SlamCharlotte's current Slammaster, Bluz. Contains adult language and content. Fri., April 16, 8 p.m. $10. McGlohon Theatre, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000. For more info, visit www.slamcharlotte.com.

5TH ANNUAL SPRING HERB & PLANT FESTIVAL The festival features a variety of vendors with gardening supplies, plants, herbs and other items for horticultural enthusiasts. There will also be horticulture experts on hand to answer any questions. Sat., April 17, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Piedmont Farmer's Market, 518 Winecoff School Road, Kannapolis. For more information, visit www.piedmont-farmersmarket.com.

6TH ANNUAL HOPE FLOATS DUCK RACE 15,000 sunglass-wearing rubber ducks will be dropped into the waterway at the U.S. National Whitewater Center to race for prizes, including a $5,000 cash grand prize. Ducks can be adopted for $5 each. Proceeds support the KinderMourn mission. Sun., April 18, 2-5 p.m. U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway. For more information or to adopt a duck, call 704-376-2580 or visit www.kindermourn.org.

EARTH DAY Kick off Earth Week and learn what you and your family can do to have a positive impact on the environment. Sun., April 18, 12 p.m.-4 p.m. Free with museum admission. Charlotte Nature Museum, 1658 Sterling Road. 704-372-6261. www.charlottenaturemuseum.org.

BARK IN THE PARK A festival for dogs and the people they own. Sat., April 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Metrolina Expo Trade Center, 7100 Statesville Road. For more information, visit www.parkandrec.com.

ART ON THE GREEN Festival features a variety of arts and crafts booths, artists doing demonstrations, as well as live music, food and more. April 24, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; April 25, 12 p.m.-4 p.m. Davidson Village Green, Concord and Main streets, Davidson.

CONCERT ON THE GREEN Picnic and enjoy live music by Davidson College Symphony and Davidson College Jazz Ensemble. Sun., April 25, 6 p.m. Davidson Village Green, Concord and Main streets, Davidson.

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION The 40th anniversary of Earth Day will be celebrated at the U.S. National Whitewater Center with an event featuring speakers, presentations, environmental education, activities for kids, workshops on environmental responsibility, live music, and more. Sun., April 25, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway.

CHARLOTTE ROLLER GIRLS ALL-STARS VS. CHARM CITY NIGHT TERRORS Charlotte Roller Girls All-Stars will take on the Baltimore-based Charm City Night Terrors. Sat., May 1, 6 p.m. $4-$14. Grady Cole Center, 310 N. Kings Drive. 704-353-0200. For more information, visit www.charlotterollergirls.com.

MAYFAIR: A CELEBRATION OF ARTS AND CRAFTS Mayfair will feature 50 artists and crafters from around the region. Featured will be arts, crafts, music, entertainment, and more. May 1, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; May 2, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. University Place, 8929 JM Keynes Drive. For more information, visit www.ucityevents.com.

4TH ANNUAL BEER, BOURBON & BBQ FESTIVAL Featuring an all-you-care-to-taste sampling of 60 beers and 40 bourbons, as well as an abundance of barbecue. The event also features seminars, cornhole, contests, live music and more. Sat., May 8, 12 p.m.-6 p.m. $20 for designated drivers; $35-$40 general admission; $45 VIP; free for children 12 years old and under. Symphony Park at SouthPark Mall, 4400 Sharon Road. For more information, visit www.beerandbourbon.com.