It’s nearly the weekend and our calendar here in Davidson has sports, theater, music and more. Davidson Community Players’ production of Neil Simon’s “Barefoot in the Park” opens tonight at Davidson College’s Duke Family Performance Hall. The 2009 Moravian Music Festival concludes Friday with a concert at Davidson College Presbyterian Church. North Meck Soccer Club holds a free soccer skills night Friday.

A quartet of local poets will read from their work on Sunday at St. Alban’s. Also Sunday, Habitat for Humanity will host its second annual Car Show at the ReStore parking lot on North Main Street in Cornelius. Come see vintage cars, hot rods and more and help a good cause. And don’t forget Saturday’s Davidson Farmers’ Market downtown, where it’s Tomato Day. And on the radio: WDAV-FM broadcasts live from Brevard Music Festival in the N.C. mountains.

Just a reminder: We update this calendar continuously as we receive new listings. And check back Monday, when we publish our This Week calendar.

WEEKEND OF JULY 23-26

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THURSDAY, JULY 23, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. – Live music: Sandcrawler.

www.northmecksoccer.org/ ^[1]

On the Radio: Music from Brevard Whether you’re at home, or out and about in the car this weekend, tune in to WDAV-FM, 89.9, the Davidson-based classical public radio station. WDAV is continuing its summer of live broadcasts this weekend from the Brevard Music Festival in the western North Carolina mountains. They include live concerts Friday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Details on WDAV’s blog. [2]

FRIDAY, JULY 24, 7:30 p.m., Davidson College Presbyterian Church, Main Street and Concord Road – 23rd Moravian Music Festival ^[3] presents its final concert with the 2009 Festival Chorus. Band prelude at 7:30 by The Salem Moravian Band ^[4] from Madiba Bay, South Africa. Choral Concert at 8 p.m., under the direction of Dr. John V. Sinclair ^[5]. Festival organist is Rebecca Kleintop Owens. The 23rd Moravian Music Festival is July 19-25 at Belmont College.

FRIDAY, JULY 24, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. – Live music: Eric Scot Guthrie.

FRIDAY, JULY 24, 8:30 p.m., Town Hall, 413 N. Main St., Mooresville – Town of Mooresville Movies on Main outdoor cinema series shows “Dark Knight,” at twilight. (PG-13) In case of rain, check the town website, www.ci.mooresville.nc.us ^[6].

SATURDAY, JULY 25, 8 a.m. to noon, downtown Davidson next to Town Hall – Davidson Farmers Market, with local farmers and vendors selling meats, produce, dairy products, baked goods, and other items. This week, it’s “Tomato Day,” with many varieties available from local farmers. Chef Mike Wells from Maddi’s Southern Bistrowill cook ostrich filet from BirdBrain Ostrich Ranch, while Dani Goldsfischer from Proximity Project offers gazpacho. Music this week: Clyde Derberry. More about this week’s schedule: www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org. ^[7] DavidsonNews.net is pleased to be sponsor of the Davidson Farmers Market.

SATURDAY, JULY 26, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. – Live music: Rick Spreitzer Band.

SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2-6 p.m., Habitat for Humanity ReStore parking lot, 20414 N. Main St., Cornelius – Our Towns Habitat for Humanity is hosts its 2nd Annual Habitat for Humanity Car Show (rescheduled from a rain-out in May). Entries include sports cars, muscle cars, vintage cars, replicas, hot rods and show cars. They’ll have food, prizes, a DJ and dancing. Spectators will help judging, and prizes will be for best in show and best in class. All proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity’s 4th Youth United Habitat home. Admission free. Car Show entry fees are $20 for early registration and $25 for day of event registration. Raffle tickets $5. To register your vehicle, contact Sarah Heithoff at Our Towns Habitat for Humanity at 704-896-9657 ext. 1120 or seithoff@ourtownshabitat.org ^[8]. Read more in our July 3 item, “See vintage cars, help Habitat build a home July 26.” ^[9]

SUNDAY, JULY 26, 7p.m., St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 301 Caldwell Lane (off Concord Road) – Poetry readings/recitations by four local poets – the Rev. David Buck of St. Alban’s, Allison Elrod, L.B. Green and Tootsie O’Hara. Free. (For details, see our Monday preview article ^[10] in The Guide.)

THEATER AND FILM

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JULY 23-AUG. 2, Davidson College Duke Family Performance Hall – Neil Simon’s “Barefoot in the Park,” directed by Alan Poindexter. July 23, 24, 25, 30, 31, Aug. 1 at 8 p.m., Aug. 2, 2 p.m. Newlyweds Corie and Paul Bratter return from their honeymoon ready to start their new life together, but things don’t go as planned. Their apartment doesn’t meet their standards and their neighbors are quirky. It’s a heart warming comedy about sacrifices, new beginnings, and not letting things get in the way of what matters. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Info and tickets: www.davidsoncommunityplayers.org ^[11] or 704-892-7918.

TUESDAY, JULY 28, dusk, Ben & Jerry’s, 202 S. Main St. – Free outdoor movie on the wall, “Mall Cop.” Come early for trivia and games. Movie begins at dusk.

OCT. 8-25, Davidson Community Players’ Armour Street Theatre, 307 Armour St. – “Almost Maine,” directed by Melissa Ohlman-Roberge. www.davidsoncommunityplayers.org ^[11]

GALLERIES & ART EVENTS

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MONDAYS, 6-9 p.m., Creative Art Exchange, Cornelius – open figure drawing sessions, hosted by David Smith. $10 model fee. Contact davidbsmith@bellsouth.net to be added to the notification list.

SUMMIT COFFEE, 128 S. Main St. – “COLORCOrroDED,” an exhibit of new paintings by Ana Kozhevnikova.

DAVIDSON COLLEGE VISUAL ARTS CENTER, Smith Gallery, Davidson College, Main and Griffith streets – through Aug. 7, summer exhibition: “The Davidson College Permanent Art Collection: Recent Gifts and Acquisitions.” Hours: Weekdays, 11-4. Details on the college website. ^[12]

CORNELIUS ARTS CENTER, Oak Street Mill, 19725 Oak St., behind the police station, Cornelius – July 20 to Aug. 28: Children’s Arts Project and Creative Art Exchange summer exhibit “Kids Create,” with work by participants in summer camps. Opening reception July 24, 7 p.m. Gallery open Mondays to Thursdays, 9 a,.m. to 5 p.m. Details: 704-892-7323 or www.creativeartexchange.org ^[13]

MERRILL-JENNINGS GALLERIES, 463 S. Main St. – “The Summer Show,” featuring new works by gallery artists. Through August the gallery will offer rotating original art by all the gallery regulars, with major exhibits by impressionist Dee Beard Dean, expressionist Charlotte Foust, landscapes by Susan Jennings and Ray Byram, folk art by Addie James, whimsical collages by Betsey Hampton, and more. Hours: Mon-Fri 10–5, Sat 10–3. For more information call 704-895-1213 and visit the website at www.merrilljennings.com ^[14]

CHRISTA FAUT GALLERY, 19818 North Cove Road, Jetton Village, Cornelius – Gallery hours: Tuesdays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., or by appointment. Information: www.christafautgallery.com ^[15] or 704-892-5312.

WOODEN STONE, 445 S. Main St. – Functional fine art and hand-made objects. Gallery hours: Tuesdays to Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed Sundays/Mondays. 704-892-1449. www.woodenstonegallery.com ^[16].

SO ALIVE! GALLERY, 108 S. Main St. (next to Village Store) – “This is Africa,” an exhibit of photos by Doug Vinez. Also, new work from Larry Dukes, Jenny Kiker, Ryan Blythe, Jason Hendrickson, Michael Joe Moore, and Nora Bouknight. Gallery hours: Tuesday to Friday, 11-5; Saturday, 10-2; Sunday, 12-2; and by appointment. Info: mary@soalive.org ^[17].

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

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Library summer Davidson public library branch, on the Village Green, has a variety of programs in the works this summer. Check out as the list is updated on the library’s blog, CLICK HERE> [18]

MONDAY, JULY 27, noon, Davidson public library branch, on the Village Green – Lunch and a movie summer film series, with “Bedtime Stories.” Free. Details: on the library website. ^[18]

MONDAY, JULY 27, 7:30 p.m., Ada Jenkins Center, 212 Gamble St. – UU Fellowship of Lake Norman meeting. Arthur Stanwood and Lola Schappell will discuss the “The Baha’i Faith.” Join us for music, spiritual nurturing, lively discussion in a friendly liberal faith atmosphere. Free. Details about the local Unitarian group, www.uulakenorman.org ^[19].

TUESDAY, JULY 28, dusk, Ben & Jerry’s, 202 S. Main St. – Free outdoor movie on the wall, “Paul Blart: Mall Cop.” Come early for trivia and games. Movie begins at dusk.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29 , 6:30-9 p.m., Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, 202 S. Main St. – Rock Band Wednesday. Up to four can play the popular video game free, trying their hands at performing on computer “instruments.” Details: 704-892-0604.

SUNDAY, AUG. 2, 2-6 p.m., Havana Social Club, Cornelius – “Tastes for Habitat” fund-raiser for Our Towns Habitat Women Build. Specialty chefs, dance lessons and a silent auction. Tickets $25. Details: womenbuild@ourtownshabitat.org, ^[20] or Lynn Harriman, 704-575-2870. www.ourtownshabitat.org. ^[21]

TUESDAY, AUG. 4, 7 to 9 p.m., Smithville Park, 19710 S. Ferry St., off Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Celebrate “National Night Out” with Cornelius Parks Arts Recreation and Culture (PARC) Department along with the Cornelius Police Department. It’s a unique crime/drug prevention event which strengthens community spirit and police-community relationships. Free and open to families and children of all ages. Face painting, games, inflatables and much more! Entertainment and food will be provided. Meet local police officers and firefighters and see a fire truck up close. Details: www.corneliuspr.org ^[22] or 704-892-6031 ext. 160. In case of rain, call the rain-out hotline at 704-896-2460 ext. 300.

MONDAY, AUG. 10, 8 p.m., Ben & Jerry’s parking lot, 202 S. Main St. – Teen Wii and Rock Band on the Wall night. Lake Norman Teen Council and Ben & Jerry’s present an evening of outdoor gaming on the wall. Games include Rock Band and Wii sports. Two stations with 4 players per game. Free.

SUNDAY, AUG. 16, 6-8 p.m., Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road – Downtown Davidson Inc. presents another Concert on the Green, with the Stardusters ^[23] big band. Picnic contest theme: “Elegant & Classy.” www.downtowndavidson.org ^[24] DavidsonNews.net is pleased to be a co-sponsor of this concert.

TUESDAY, AUG. 18, dusk, Ben & Jerry’s, 202 S. Main St. – Free outdoor movie on the wall, “The Bee Movie.” Come at 7:30 for trivia and games. Movie begins at dusk. Bring a lawn chair and canned food donation for Loaves & Fishes food pantry. Info: 704-892-0604.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 13, noon to 4 p.m., Ramsey Creek Park, Cornelius – Jewish Council of Lake Norman presents the first Shalom Lake Norman festival, with klezmer music, soloists, an Israeli dance group, children’s crafts and rides, ethnic food. Organizers hope it will become an annual celebration.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 13, 6-8 p.m., Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road – Downtown Davidson Inc. presents a Concert on the Green, with Tropic Culture. Picnic contest theme: Most Colorful … Taste the Rainbow. www.downtowndavidson.org ^[24]

MONDAY, SEPT. 14, 11 a.m., Birkdale Golf Club, Huntersville –  Rotary Club of North Mecklenburg 20th anniversary charity golf tournament. All proceeds go toward Rotary projects,  including Cornelius Elementary summer enrichment program, soccer programs, Circle de Luz, North Meck/South Iredell Transportation, Latina Literacy Program, Lake Norman YMCA Triathlon, Blythe Elementary, The Bin, Flight of Honor, world wide polio eradication, and the North Meck Christmas Project. Entry deadline Aug. 31. Details and registration, www.northmeckrotary.org ^[25].

SUNDAY, SEPT. 27, 6-8 p.m., Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road – Downtown Davidson Inc. presents a Concert on the Green, with local singer songwriter Rusty Knox. Picnic contest theme: Most Unique … stand up and stand out. www.downtowndavidson.org ^[24]

SATURDAY, OCT. 3, 8:30 a.m., Davidson United Methodist Church parking lot, 233 S. Main St. – 2009 5th annual Ride for Hope & Housing, a benefit for Davidson Housing Coalition. Sign up for 25k, 50k and 100k routes in Davidson and surrounding counties. Also, 5K family fun ride through Davidson neighborhoods. Registration and more information, CLICK HERE> ^[26]

ONGOING EVENTS

50+ COFFEE CLUB, Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to noon, Davidson Parks & Recreation office, 416 Armour St. – Join the 50-Plus Coffee Club, meeting every Wednesday. It’s a relaxing social environment where you can meet old and new friends. Coffee, games, newspapers and pastries provided. No registration required, just show up! Info: 704-892-3349.

CHRONIC AND LIFE-THREATENING ILLNESS SUPPORT GROUP, first and third Wednesdays each month, 7-8:30 a.m., Davidson United Methodist Church Congregation Care House, 262 South St. – Individuals coping with an illness or who have family members coping with an illness welcome. Call the church office at 704-892-8277 to register and request child care. You do not need to be a member of the church to participate. Questions? Contact Karen Gray, Director of Congregational Care, at 704-947-0612.

SEPARATION AND DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP, Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., Davidson United Methodist Church Congregation Care House, 262 South St. – Facilitators Mark and Gayle Olenik provide resources to help you cope and work toward a new beginning. You do not need to be a member of the church to participate. Call the church office at 704-892-8277 to register and request child care.

NOW WHAT? GRIEF BEYOND THE FIRST YEAR, second Saturday each month, 9:30 a.m., Davidson United Methodist Church Congregational Care House, 262 South St. – If you are coping with the loss of a loved one for one year or more, we welcome you to join. Janet McKee and Bryan Readling will facilitate. You do not need to be a member of the church to participate. Register by calling the church office at 704-892-8277. Questions? Contact Karen Gray, Director of Congregational Care, at 704-947-0612.

DAVIDSON DASH SHUTTLE BUS – Mondays, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Town of Davidson has begun service on a weekly shuttle bus called Davidson Dash. The bus will visit downtown, South Main Street, Sadler Square and the Harris Teeter shopping center near Exit 30. Cost: $1 per roundtrip. To reserve a space, call the recreation department before noon on the Friday before, 704-892-3349 or sign up on the recreation department website, d-recs.org ^[27]. More information in our Jan. 8 news report, Town plans a weekly shuttle bus for seniors ^[28].

CALENDARS ON THE WEB

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DAVIDSONNEWS.NET SCHOOL CALENDAR – Laurie Dennis’s most recent listing of school events, see our “schools” category. CLICK HERE> ^[29]

DAVIDSON COLLEGE – For an up-to-date listing of events on the college campus, visit the college calendar page ^[30].

DAVIDSON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH – http://http://www.davidsonumc.org/Calendar ^[31]

DAVIDSON COLLEGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH – http://www.dcpc.org/ ^[32]

DAVIDSON ELEMENTARY PTA calendar, http://pages.cms.k12.nc.us/davidsonpta/calendar/ ^[33]

DAVIDSON PUBLIC LIBRARY BRANCH events – Events calendar on the library’s blog davidsonlibrary.wordpress.com/ ^[34].

NORTH COUNTY REGIONAL LIBRARY events, Huntersville – Events calendar, www.plcmc.org ^[35]

ST. ALBAN’S CHURCH online calendar – http://www.saintalbans-davidson.org/ ^[36]

ST. ALBAN’S SQUARE NEIGHBORHOOD – http://www.stalbanssq.org/calendar.html ^[37]

LAKE NORMAN SENIOR CALENDAR, at LKNSenior.com ^[38]

YOUR COMMUNITY CONNECTOR – online listing of alternative and holistic health information and events. http://www.yourcommunityconnector.com/ ^[39]

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