Enjoy great gospel music and help out five-year-old Jace Kinley Thompson at this weekend’s benefit concerts at Mount Zion UMC. “Warrior Jace” is undergoing treatments for a brain stem tumor. All proceeds from the concerts will go to Jace’s care. On Sunday, the Davidson Historical Society will host Bee Jay Caldwell, author of “Historic Little-Known, Well-Kept Facts: An Overview of Race Relations in North Carolina, Charlotte, and Pottstown” and “Historic Pottstown Families in Stories and Photos.” A native of Huntersville’s Pottstown area, Caldwell has been researching local history for many years. Books will be available for purchase at the event.

Sexual harassment in the workplace will be the topic of a panel discussion. Reservations required. 7:15-9 a.m. at The Peninsula Club in Cornelius.

Through large-scale watercolor paintings and sculpture, Jen Ray’s “Surrounded by Wolves” explores female rebellion and the shifting nature of a woman’s identity. An opening reception and performance will be held at 7 p.m. at the Van Every Gallery at Davidson College. The exhibit is open through March 3.

Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation Executive Director Emilee Syrewicze will present a new vision and strategic plan for the foundation. 7 p.m. at the East Lincoln Fire Department.

Davidson College alumnus Harry Pickens will present solo works for piano. 7:30 p.m. in Tyler-Tallman Hall at Davidson College.

The community is invited to a gospel singing benefit for Jace Kinley Thompson, 5, ​the ​son of Cornelius Police Captain Jennifer Thompson ​and Eric Thompson, a North Carolina Highway Patrol Sergeant. Gospel quartet Heaven’s Reign will perform. 7-8:30 p.m. Jan. 26 and 4-5:30 p.m. Jan. 27 at Mount Zion United Methodist Church in Cornelius.

Davidson Community Players’ Connie Company presents an updated version of the classic story, unveiling the villain’s perspective, from her tragic childhood to her quest for revenge. Jan. 26-Feb. 4 at the Armour Street Theatre in Davidson.

Activate Community Through Theatre (ACT) invites youth ages 6-18 to audition for “Charlotte’s Web.” 4-7 p.m. Jan. 26 and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Jan. 27 at The Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius.

Activate Community Through Theatre (ACT) invites youth ages 6-18 to audition for “Charlotte’s Web.” 4-7 p.m. Jan. 26 and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Jan. 27 at The Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius.

Jennifer Hurvitz Weintraub will sign copies of her book, “One Happy Divorce.” 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Main Street Books in Davidson.

Annual winter juried art exhibition will be open through March 1 at the Mooresville Arts Gallery.

The community is invited to a gospel singing benefit for Jace Kinley Thompson, 5, ​the ​son of Cornelius Police Captain Jennifer Thompson ​and Eric Thompson, a North Carolina Highway Patrol Sergeant. Gospel quartet Heaven’s Reign will perform. 7-8:30 p.m. Jan. 26 and 4-5:30 p.m. Jan. 27 at Mount Zion United Methodist Church in Cornelius.

The Marksmen Quartet and the Golden Valley Crusaders will perform bluegrass gospel music. 6 p.m. at Living Word Ministries in Lowesville.

Josh Thompson will perform at 8 p.m. at the Charles Mack Citizen Center in Mooresville.

The Alexander Community Concert Series welcomes Andrea Mumm, principal harpist for the Charlotte Symphony, with vocalist Melinda Whittington. Reception follows the concert. 3 p.m. at The Episcopal Church of St. Peter by-the-Lake in Denver.

The Davidson Historical Society welcomes Bee Jay Caldwell as she discusses her new book, “Historic Little-Known, Well-Kept Facts: An Overview of Race Relations in North Carolina, Charlotte, and Pottstown.” 4 p.m. at the Davidson Friends Meetinghouse.

Seniors invited for a light lunch and information on taxes and retirement finances. RSVP by Jan. 25. 11 a.m. at the South Iredell Senior Center in Mooresville.

Move Strength + Core combines cardio, yoga, Pilates, strength training, core work and athletic stretching. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Bailey Road Recreation Center in Cornelius.

The public is invited to share opinions and suggestions for the Mecklenburg County Community Development Block Grant. 3-4 p.m. at the Huntersville Town Hall.

The Novant Health Breast Center Mobile Unit will offer mammograms. Appointments not required, but recommended. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at LangTree Lake Norman in Mooresville.

Come find out about new businesses in Davidson, issues that affect our businesses, upcoming events, and meet your commercial neighbors. Please join us!

Annual local art showcase featuring a variety of works by more than 125 artists from Cornelius and surrounding areas. Opening reception, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Cornelius Arts Center Gallery.

Monthly showcase of the area’s best comics. Featured performer is Jacques Belliveau. 8-10 p.m. at Studio 13 in Cornelius.

Learn the basics of self defense, situational awareness and how to exploit an attacker’s weaknesses using techniques that work regardless of your size and skill. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Davidson Parks and Rec.

The Shoppes at Home, Heart and Soul will celebrate two years in business with one-day-only specials and refreshments for guests. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at The Shoppes at Home, Heart and Soul in Cornelius.

Bring out your inner geek and share your fandom with DC-themed crafts, snacks, and activities. Ages 12-18. 2-3 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.

Writer, feminist and social commentator Daisy Hernandez will read and sign copies of her books. 5-6 p.m. at Main Street Books in Davidson.

9:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Davidson.

Join a ranger for an enjoyable hike while discussing the variety of animal and plant species that live along the trail. 10-11 a.m. at Lake Norman State Park.