Weekday Planner: 13 things to do this week in Charlotte

Charlotte Checkers vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms

Bojangles’ Coliseum | 7 p.m. | $18-$88 | Details

Why you should go: Cheer on the Checkers as they take on Lehigh.

Tap Dogs

Knight Theater | 7:30 p.m. | $25+ | Details

Why you should go: This show packs a lot of action and entertainment — expect intense tap routines, unique tricks, live music and a whole lot of energy. Shows are going on through Sunday.

Met Sweat: DropSound Candlelight Slow Flow w/ Jenny Eickmeyer

METROPOLITAN | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Free to $15 | Details

Why you should go: You deserve an hour of relaxation and self-care. You get to wear noise-cancelling headphones while going through a candlelit slow flow.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3

Charlotte Checkers vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms

Bojangles’ Coliseum | 7 p.m. | $18-$88 | Details

Why you should go: Cheer on the Checkers as they take on Lehigh for the second time. Plus, they’ve got $1 beer, and you get a free ticket to their game on Sunday if they win.

Next Plate: Mexican + Southern/African Diaspora, & JoeDance Film

Camp North End | 7-9 p.m. | $60-$95 | Details

Why you should go: Chef Greg Collier from The Yolk and Chef Hector Gonzalez from Project 658 are teaming up to create meal honoring their Southern/African Diaspora and Mexican heritages. Films by JoeDance Film Festival will be playing to explore those cultures.

Bank of America Adoption Event

Founders Hall | 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Free | Details

Why you should go: Looking for a pup? Adoptable dogs and rescues will be on site for you to meet.

Couch to NoDa 5k Program

 NoDa Brewing Co. | 6:30-9 p.m. | Free | Details

Why you should go: This group will meet weekly leading up to the NoDa 5K to get in you in shape for the race. Each week, someone will guide you, setting a safe pace for beginners.

THURSDAY, APRIL 4

WeWork Party

128 S. Tryon St. | 6-8 p.m. | RSVP | Details

Details: Enjoy music, food and drinks to celebrate the opening of the new coworking space. Plus, you can use Lyft code WEWORKSTRYON for $5 your ride.

[Agenda related story: WeWork opens new 7-floor coworking space in Uptown – take a tour]

AAF April Speaking Event with Oren Aks

Triple C Brewing Company | 6-9 p.m. | $15-$35 | Details

Why you should go: Oren Aks, the ex-F*** Jerry designer and social media guy who was featured in the Fyre Festival documentary, is going to be sharing his side of the insane story.

Opening Knight

BB&T Ballpark | 6-10 p.m. | $9-$19 | Details

Why you should go: The Knights are stepping onto the field for the first time this season, taking on the Durham Bulls. Good news: it’s also Thirsty Thursday, which means $1 small sodas, $3 domestic drafts and $5 craft drafts.

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FRIDAY, APRIL 5

Teach for America Breakfast

Project 658 | 7:30-9 a.m. | $100 (individual) | Details

Why you should go: Eat some breakfast while learning about what TFA does for students within the Charlotte community.

Charlotte Hornets vs. Toronto Raptors

Spectrum Center | 7 p.m. | $15-$200+ | Details

Why you should go: Cheer on the Hornets as they take on the Raptors.

Jurassic Quest

The Park – Expo & Conference Center | 3-8 p.m. | $20-$36 + $8 parking | Details

Why you should go: There will be tons of dino-themed exhibits and activities, so it’s perfect for a family outing.