FRIDAY, APRIL 18

Heart of Atlanta (concert)
Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) welcomes Heart of Atlanta; They call themselves “The Definitive Heart Tribute Band.” The group is fiercely dedicated to reproducing the music of Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Heart, performing everything from the Wilson Sisters’ radio hits to hidden studio and live gems. It’s a stunning musical recreation. Showtime is 6 p.m. and tickets are $17. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

Children’s Easter Egg Hunt
Clinton Sease Farm (382 Olde Farm Rd.) hosts its annual Children’s Easter Egg Hunt. In addition to the egg hunt around the farm, the kids can enjoy a cow train, wagon rides, Bubble Mania, playgrounds, an obstacle course and a photo op with the Easter bunny. This event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and admission is $18 for egg hunters and $10 for non-egg hunters. Visit clintonseasefarm.com for more information.

The Grass Strings (concert)
Bill’s Music Shop & Pickin’ Parlor (710 Meeting St.) welcomes The Grass Strings to its Friday night concert stage. The N.C. band plays original and classic bluegrass tunes from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m., and the snack bar is open for food and drink. Admission is a $15 donation. Visit billsmusicshop.com for more information.

SATURDAY, APRIL 19

Rod McCoy (concert)
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St.) and guitarist-bandleader Rod McCoy invite you to enjoy  “A Night of Soul Jazz Melodies.” McCoy and band will perform hits and classics by  Babyface, Robin Thicke, Al Green, Bobby Womack, The Isley Brothers, Tony! Toni! Toné!, Prince and more. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $30. Dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

Cameron Nesbitt (concert)
Myrtle Beach singer/songwriter Cameron Nesbitt performs at Steel Hands Brewing (2350 Foreman St.). Nesbitt plays his own country music originals and covers from noon to 4 p.m. This event is free to attend, and a car cruise-in event takes place during the show. Visit facebook.com/@steelhandsbrewing for more information.

Artisan Market & Easter Egg Hunt
Mary’s Mobile Market invites you to Moore Park (7507 Eastview Dr.) for an artisan market and Easter egg hunt. Shop through a selection of local art, home décor, accessories and more while the kids enjoy the Easter egg hunt, an RC car racing station, a bounce house and a visit from the Easter bunny himself. This event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit  facebook.com/marysmobilemarket for more information.

SUNDAY, APRIL 13

Easter Lunch Cruise
Celebrate Easter on board The Spirit of Lake Murray (docked at 216 Shadowood Dr.) with a 1.5-hour lunch cruise. Gather with friends, family and loved ones and enjoy a buffet-style meal featuring a carving station, stuffing, yeast rolls, potato salad and more, all while taking in scenic views of Lake Murray. The cruise begins at 11 a.m. and tickets cost between $64-$74. Visit spiritoflakemurray.com for more information.

Easter Brunch
The FARM 1780 (1127 Corley Mill Rd.) hosts a special Easter edition of The Farmer’s Table brunch. Enjoy an indoor three-course fully-plated meal with a menu made up of ingredients that are sourced directly from The FARM 1780 and other local farmers. Much like a Chef’s table, this is an intimate meal, and the menu is specifically chosen by the chef and farmer based on what is in season and within the Easter theme. This event begins at 1 p.m., and admission is $100. Visit thefarm1780.com for more information.

MONDAY, APRIL 21

Book Club: Enchanted Reads
The Swansea Branch Library (199 N. Lawrence St.) hosts their weekly Book Club: Enchanted Reads event. Read a variety of fantasy books while enjoying light refreshments and casual discussion. This month’s book is “Graceling” by Kristin Cashore. This event runs from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit lexcolibrary.com for more information.

TUESDAY, APRIL 22

History of Lake Murray
The Lexington County Museum (231 Fox St.) hosts a fascinating presentation about Lake Murray. Learn about the communities that once inhabited the land before the lake’s creation and explore the history behind the construction of the Dreher Shoals Dam. This event is free to attend and runs from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Visit facebook.com/LexingtonCountyMuseum for more information.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23

Comedy + Beer
The Old Mill Brewpub (711 E. Main St.) invites you to laugh into your beer with their Comedy + Beer night. Enjoy sets from hilarious standups Ben Sherman, Royce Collins, Kaz Sortino and Mike Byrd, dig into the Old Mill’s food specials and grab a tasty brew. Showtime is 7 p.m. and admission is $15. Visit oldmillbrewpub.net for more information.

Across the county line

On Friday, April 18, The SC State Museum (301 Gervais St.) presents a special evening inside the planetarium, organized by USC's School of Music. The program, called “In The Dark,” features a live musical performance by Orange Road, who perform String Quartet no. 3 "in iij noct." by Austrian composer Georg Friedrich Haas with the interior lights turned off, providing a unique environment in which to experience this fascinating music. This event begins at 7:30 p.m., and admission is $10, or $8 for museum members. Visit scmuseum.org for more information.

This Friday, April 18, the Art Bar (1211Park St.) asks the musical question, “What do you get when you take JD Pinkus, the bass player for the B*tthole Surfers, one of the most abrasive, grimy and chaotic bands in the world and start him on a solo career?” Well, you actually get some pretty good folk/country music, though Pinkus’ music still bristles with that raw, early ‘80s hardcore weirdness and rage. Showtime is 8 p.m., and admission is $15. Visit artbarsc.com for more information.

The Gourmet Shop (724 Saluda Ave.) brings back its yearly celebration of all things Rosé on Saturday, April 19. That’s right, Rosé Fest is back, with four stations throughout the shop and 16 different rosé wines to sample. There are also some perfectly paired snacks to accompany your liquid lunch. Bring your friends, celebrate the season and sample the rosés you’ll be drinking all year long. This event begins at 1 p.m. and admission is $15. Visit facebook.com/TheGourmetShop5Points.com for more information.

Tuesday, April 22, marks the first day of one of the Midlands’ most popular events, the Columbia Food & Wine Festival, hosted by Historic Columba (1601 Richland St.). This is the kickoff of a six-day celebration of our region’s culinary scene, featuring special events with top chefs, dishes, drinks and activations, all leading up to a Grand Tasting finale. There’s also a special event with James Beard Award-winning Lula Drake, where sommelier Tim Gardner will guide you through a curated wine selection. Admission costs between $40 and $225. Visit columbiafoodandwinefestival.com for more information.

The USC Symphony Orchestra presents an evening with Beethoven and more at the Koger Center for the Arts (1051 Greene St.) on Tuesday, April 22. The USC Symphony Orchestra, joined by the USC Concert Choir and University Chorus, begin the program with Aureole by Augusta Read Thomas, followed by Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9. This groundbreaking symphony was Beethoven’s final complete symphony. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. and tickets cost between $16-$40. Visit kogercenterforthearts.com for more information.