Events: The Fabulous Equinox perform May 7 in Rock Hill

Story time

Preschool Story Time, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Wednesdays, Lake Wylie Public Library. For ages 3-5 with caregiver. No registration required

Fabulous Equinox

The Fabulous Equinox, 7:30 p.m. May 7, The Community Performance Center, 249 E. Main St., Rock Hill. The “Mostly Mercer Show” gives the Equinox Band a chance to show off one of the South’s best exports – the music of Johnny Mercer. From “Blues in the Night” to “Jeepers Creepers,” “Hooray for Hollywood” to “One for My Baby,” hear American music from one of the 20th century’s most prolific song composers. Advance tickets: $35, or $30 for arts council members; $40 at the door. 803-328-2787; yorkcountyarts.org, equinoxorchestra.com

Bluegrass

Bluegrass Drifters, 7-9 p.m. May 7, Allison Creek Presbyterian Church, York, presented by Allison Creek Bluegrass. The Nashville band is touring the area. Doors open at 6 p.m. Concessions available at 6:30 p.m. Free family-friendly event

Evening yoga

Yoga Under the Stars, 6-7 p.m. May 7, 14, 21 and 28, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S. New Hope Road, Belmont. Instructed by Raha and Friends. Cost: $30, includes one drink ticket. Registration requested. 704-829-1252; dsbg.org

Support group

Overeaters Anonymous, 6:45 p.m. Thursdays, River Hills Community Church, Room 116, 104 Hamilton’s Ferry Road, Lake Wylie. piedmontintergroup.org

For Mom

Celebrate Mom, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 9-10, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S. New Hope Road, Belmont. All mothers receive free admission, and the first 250 mothers admitted each day receive a free potted plant. The weekend features complimentary 30-minute yoga sessions in the White Garden on the hour between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., live music by Dan Stanislawek at the Hillside Theater, carriage rides (additional cost), family lawn games and crafts. May 9 1-3 p.m., The Garden Store will offer a five-station Wine Walk throughout the garden. Cost: $25 per person or $40 per couple, and includes commemorative wine glass. Garden admission applies. 704-825-4490; DSBG.org

Body art

“Body Embellishment” exhibit, through Sept. 6, Mint Museum Uptown, Levine Center for the Arts, 500 S. Tryon St., Charlotte. Explore the most innovative artistic expression in the 21st century international arenas of body extension, augmentation and modification. Includes about 100 objects by artists and designers, also including Naomi Yasuda, whose work has appeared on the nails of Madonna and more. 704-337-2000; mintmuseum.org/visit/mint-museum-uptown

Speak Spanish

Conversational Spanish for English Speakers, 6 p.m. Mondays, Steele Creek Public Library. Forget high school Spanish class. No verbs will be conjugated here. This class is for everyday use of the Spanish language. All materials provided. For adults. To register: 704-416-6800. tinyurl.com/calendarST, cmlibrary.org

Crossroads Cafe

Crossroads Cafe, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Steele Creek Public Library. For adults and teens age 12-18 who speak some English but want to improve. Instructors from CPCC. 704-416-6800; cmlibrary.org

Explore solar system

“The Solar System: A Journey of Exploration,” through September, Schiele Museum of Natural History, 1500 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia. A new, original exhibit explores the solar system featuring large, active planet displays, hands-on interactives, touchscreens, iPads, a full-sized Mars Rover replica, a simulated Martian colony and more. 704-866-6908; schielemuseum.org

Grant exhibit

“Vernon Grant: An Illustrious Career” through Oct. 18, The Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Road, Rock Hill. The new exhibition encompasses Grant’s life and career from the 1930s-1970s, and showcases Grant’s distinctive wit, style and masterful hand with gouache painting. http://chmuseums.org/myco/

Bird watch

Birding Walk, 10 a.m. May 12, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S. New Hope Road, Belmont. Scout for seasonal birds, observe nesting patterns and establish a basis for bird counts. Bring binoculars. Free with garden admission. 704-829-1252; dsbg.org

Family day

Homeschool Family Field Day, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 13, Copperhead Island shelter, Steele Creek. Enjoy activities including games, fishing, kayaking and hiking. Hot dog lunch will be served. For ages 5 and older. Cost: $8. Registration required by calling McDowell Nature Center, 704-588-5224. parkandrec.com

Tribute band

Definite Leppard, a Def Leppard tribute band, 9 p.m. May 15, Lake Wylie Bowl N’ Bounce. Enjoy the look and sound of Def Leppard’s best known songs. Cost: $5 at the door. 803-831-2553, lwbnb.com

Home tour

York-Chester Historic Neighborhood’s Home and Garden Tour, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. May 16, Gastonia. Tour features five homes and seven gardens. 704-691-7922

Photo class

Digital SLR II: Metering, 1:30-4 p.m. May 17, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S. New Hope Road, Belmont. Instructed by Dave Kelly, owner DEK Photography, learn how to get the correct quality of light to reach the camera’s sensor. Both incident and reflective light metering will be presented. Digital SLR camera required. Cost: $46. Registration required. 704-829-1252; dsbg.org

Art show

Gallery Night, 6-9 p.m. May 20, The River Rat, 5301 S.C. 55, Lake Wylie. Showcasing local and international artists with a lounge atmosphere and Gallery Ball Room. 803-831-5455, 980-318-7246

Sip and Paint

Garden Nights Sip and Paint, 6-8 p.m. May 21, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S. New Hope Road, Belmont. Includes wine, light snacks and a painting lesson. Must be older than 21. Garden Nights childcare available. Registration requested. Tickets: $30 and include one drink ticket. 704-829-1252; dsbg.org

Yoga in garden

Yoga for Parents and Children, 11 a.m.-noon May 23 and 30, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S. New Hope Road, Belmont. Instructed by Rasheedah Hasan of Raha and Friends Yoga. Mommy or daddy will learn yoga with a little one up to age 2. Bring yoga mat. Cost: $20 for one adult with one child. 704-829-1252; dsbg.org

Photo comp

Digital SLR III: Composition, 1:30-4 p.m. May 31, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S. New Hope Road, Belmont. Instructed by Dave Kelly, DEK Photography, learn composition skills needed to create balance and harmony. Digital SLR camera required. Cost: $46. 704-829-1252; dsbg.org

Take a hike

Fitness Hike, 3-4 p.m. May 31, McDowell Nature Preserve, Steele Creek. Enjoy a comfortable, yet steady pace hiking throughout the preserve. For beginner and advanced hikers ages 8 and older. Dress in layers, wear sturdy shoes and bring bottled water. Free admission. Registration requested. 704-588-5224; parkandrec.com

This story was originally published May 1, 2015 at 10:47 AM with the headline "Events: The Fabulous Equinox perform May 7 in Rock Hill."