^[1]BY KARYN JESTER
DavidsonNews.net

Davidson College’s theater department is gearing up for the upcoming production of “Kokoro” with a lecture series that begins with events Monday and Tuesday. The Warehouse Performing Arts Center’s play “Frozen” continues this weekend, with shows Thursday to Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Davidson Lands Conservancy and partners host a star-gazing party Friday. Saturday is the 7th annual Souper Bowl where patrons will be invited to sample soups provided by about 10 area restaurants. There are three Davidson College basketball games this week: the women against Elon on Monday and Western Carolina on Saturday and the men against Chattanooga on Saturday. Meanwhile, next Sunday, Feb. 6, is the NFL’s Super Bowl, but if football isn’t your style, the college’s Asian Culture & Awareness Association will host a Lunar New Year celebration and fireworks.

These events and more below, or in our day-by-day calendar at right. At right on this page, see our movie showtimes listings for Our Town Cinemas where “Country Strong” opens on Friday, joining “The Green Hornet,” “The Fighter,” “The King’s Speech,” and “No Strings Attached.”

MONDAY, JAN. 31

Kids Read, 4-5:30 p.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St. – A book club for 3rd and 4th graders led by volunteers Luke and Thomas Churchill. Silverfin, the Young Bond Series is this meeting’s selection. Includes comprehension questions and fun activities. Call Beverly at 704-416-4000 for more information.

Davidson Women’s Basketball, 7 p.m., Davidson College Belk Arena, 200 Baker Dr. – Davidson women’s basketball vs. Elon. Details on www.davidsonwildcats.com ^[2].

Lecture: Visualizing War and Peace, 7 p.m., Hance Auditorium, Chambers Building, Davidson College – Dr. Elena Creef, Professor of Asian American Women”s Studies at Wellesley College, will deliver a lecture on “Notes on How to Read a Japanese War Bride Family Album.” Part of the lecture series built around the Theatre Department’s production of Kokoro. Free. Visit www.davidson.edu ^[3] for more information.

Davidson Planning Board, 7 p.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St. – Monthly town planning board meeting. Agenda includes discussion of revised rules of procedure and proposed planning ordinance changes aimed at expanding potential uses of the former Davidson East site, off NC 73. See our Real & Estate section preview ^[4].

TUESDAY, FEB. 1

Reading Kokoro, 11 a.m., Smith 900 Room, Alvarez College Union, Davidson College – Elena Creef, professor of Asian American Women’s Studies at Wellesley College, will speak about “A Playwright with Heart: Reading Kokoro and the Work of Velina Hasu Houston” as part of a series of events connected to the theatre department’s performance of Kokoro. Free. For information call 704-894-2440.

Library Task Force, 3-6:30 p.m., Morrison Regional Library, 7015 Morrison Blvd., Charlotte – Future of the Library Task Force meeting, charged with developing recommendations for the sustainable future of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. Visit charmeck.org ^[5] for more information.

North Meck Woman’s Club, 6 p.m., Alton’s Restaurant, 19918 North Cove Road, Cornelius – Monthly night meeting. Visitors and potential members are welcome. Contact Denise Carter at 704-892-1041 or 3Boxers@bellsouth.net ^[6].

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 2

North Meck Woman’s Club, 10:30 a.m., Northstone Country Club, 15801 Northstone Dr., Huntersville – Monthly meeting featuring Lisa M. Conover, the owner of Dancing Leaf Spa & Salon. Conover will lead a discussion on facial reflexology, creating improved skin care awareness through cosmetic and energy based techniques. Includes luncheon for $14. Contact Starr Miller at 704-896-3321 or NMWClub@gmail.com ^[7].

Spanish for Kids, 11:15 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St. – Preschoolers learn Spanish the fun way with puppets, music, and movement. No registration necessary; call 704-416-4000 or visit www.cmlibrary.org ^[8] for more information.

^[9]Drink Pink at Flatiron, 5 pm until ??, Flatiron Kitchen + Taphouse, South Main and South streets, Davidson – Flatiron and Davidson College’s Connor eating house throw a “Drink Pink” fund-raiser. A portion of the profits will directly benefit Connor’s March 12 “Bosom Buddies” gala and Friends for an Earlier Breast Cancer Test. Contacts: flatirononmain.com ^[10]

Prospects for Peace, 7 p.m., Smith 900 Room, Alvarez College Union, Davidson College – Syrian Ambassador to the United States Imad Moustapha will give a talk entitled “Prospects for Peace in the Middle East: A Syrian Perspective.” Free. For information call 704-894-2440.

Open mic at Summit Coffee 8-10 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. Info: 704-895-9090.

THURSDAY, FEB. 3

Middle School IB open house, 10 a.m. – Davidson IB Middle School, 251 South St. – Tours of the International Baccalaureate middle school program (grades 6-8) for prospective students and parents. Program will be located at Alexander Middle School in Huntersville for 2011-12. Applications for the Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools magnet-school lottery will be accepted Jan. 7-Feb. 7. Info on the magnet lottery at cms.k12.nc.us ^[11].

FreeWord Poets, 7 p.m., Davidson College Presbyterian Church, room 201 – Charlotte Writers’ Club North presents Davidson College’s slam poetry group FreeWord Poets. The 2-year-old group tells stories, plays with words and offers new perspectives on social justice issues. Last April, FreeWord placed in the top 10 at the national College Unions Poetry Slam Invitational (CUPSI) at Emerson College in Boston. More info about Charlotte Writers Club North at www.charlottewritersclub.org ^[12].

Theater: Frozen, 8 p.m., The Warehouse, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – The Warehouse presents Byrony Lavery’s play about the disappearance of a 10-year-old girl. Directed by Divina Cook and starring John Cunningham, Anne Lambert and Annette Saunders. Plays Jan. 28-Feb. 13: Thurs-Sat at 8 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 6 & 13 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20, groups and seniors are $15. Reservations may be made via email at tickets@warehousepac.com ^[13] or box office 704-619-0429. This play is intended for mature audiences and has some explicit language.

Live music at Summit Coffee 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. – Live music: The Orsons. Info: 704-895-9090.

FRIDAY, FEB. 4

Preschool Storytime, 10:15 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St. – A 30 minute storytime for preschoolers that includes books, flannelboard stories and musical activities. Call 704-416-4000 or visit www.cmlibrary.org ^[8] for more information.

Toddler Storytime, 11 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St. – A storytime for children 12 – 35 months that consists of books, flannelboard stories and musical activities. Call 704-416-4000 or visit www.cmlibrary.org ^[8] for more information.

Going Red for Women Lunch & Learn, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Lake Norman Regional Medical Center, Community Rooms, 171 Fairview Rd., Mooresville – Daniel Koehler, Cardiologist, Sanger Heart and Vascular, will speak on women and heart health. Session One is at 11 a.m. and Session Two is at 11:45 a.m. Reservations are required. Call Kathy Mills at 704-660-4712 to reserve a time.

Davidson Presbyterian Spaghetti Supper, 5 p.m. until ??, Davidson Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, Depot Street – Davidson Presbyterian Church hosts a spaghetti-and-salad dinner. Includes beverage. $5 per person. Proceeds benefit church’s new building fund-raising campaign.

WOW Winter Stargazing, 6:30-8 p.m., Fisher Farm Park, 21215 Shearer Road – The Charlotte Astronomy Club and the Davidson College Society of Physics will have telescopes aimed at various constellations and planets in the sky. They will also be there to answer questions. All ages are welcome. Raindate is Friday, Feb. 25. Email dlc.wow@gmail.com ^[14] to sign up and get more information.

Theater: Frozen, 8 p.m., The Warehouse, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – The Warehouse presents Byrony Lavery’s play about the disappearance of a 10-year-old girl. Directed by Divina Cook and starring John Cunningham, Anne Lambert and Annette Saunders. Plays Jan. 28-Feb. 13: Thurs-Sat at 8 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 6 & 13 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20, groups and seniors are $15. Reservations may be made via email at tickets@warehousepac.com ^[13] or box office 704-619-0429. This play is intended for mature audiences and has some explicit language.

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Live music at Summit Coffee 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. – Live music: Grey Revell. Info: 704-895-9090.

Zydeco Concert, 10 p.m., Smith 900 Room, Alvarez College Union, Davidson College – A performance by Grammy award-winning musician Terrance Simien and The Zydeco Experience. Free. Part of the Davidson College Artist Series. For information call 704-894-2192.

SATURDAY, FEB. 5

7th Annual Souper Bowl, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Chambers Building’s Lilly Family Gallery, Davidson College – Event patrons will be invited to sample soups provided by about 10 area restaurants. The event will also include a silent auction of artwork, dessert from Bird & Bear Cookie Co., and live music from Sands of Time,Rusty Knox, and Davidson College student accapella groups. Pre-event tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students 12 and over, and $5 for children under 12. Prices will increase at the door. To purchase tickets, please call 704-892-4486 or email Emily Lytle at Emily@davidsonhousing.org ^[16].

Children’s Science, 1-4 p.m., Davidson College – Elementary school students and their families are invited to campus for an afternoon of activities centered on math, originality, science, achievement, imagination and creativity. Free. Visit www.davidson.edu/outreach ^[17] to register online. On-site registration begins 12:45 p.m. in Chambers Building. For information call 704-894-2096.

Davidson Women’s Basketball, 2 p.m., Davidson College Belk Arena, 200 Baker Dr. – Davidson women’s basketball vs. Western Carolina. Details on www.davidsonwildcats.com ^[2].

Davidson Men’s Basketball, 7 p.m., Davidson College Belk Arena, 200 Baker Dr. – Davidson men’s basketball vs. Chattanooga. Details on www.davidsonwildcats.com ^[18].

Theater: Frozen, 8 p.m., The Warehouse, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – The Warehouse presents Byrony Lavery’s play about the disappearance of a 10-year-old girl. Directed by Divina Cook and starring John Cunningham, Anne Lambert and Annette Saunders. Plays Jan. 28-Feb. 13: Thurs-Sat at 8 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 6 & 13 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20, groups and seniors are $15. Reservations may be made via email at tickets@warehousepac.com ^[13] or box office 704-619-0429. This play is intended for mature audiences and has some explicit language.

Apocalypse Greek Step Show, 8 p.m., Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College – Fraternity and sorority step teams compete for a $1,000 prize. Comedian Benji Brown, seen on BET’s ComicView, will host the show. General admission tickets are $8 in advance, and $10 on the day of the show. They are available by calling 704-894-2135 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, or online at www.davidson.edu/tickets ^[19]. See also our preview, “College Greeks to host 5th annual step show Feb. 5.” ^[20]

Live music at Summit Coffee 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. – Live music: Billy Jones & The Pocket. Info: 704-895-9090.

SUNDAY, FEB. 6

Theater: Frozen, 2 p.m., The Warehouse, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – The Warehouse presents Byrony Lavery’s play about the disappearance of a 10-year-old girl. Directed by Divina Cook and starring John Cunningham, Anne Lambert and Annette Saunders. Plays Jan. 28-Feb. 13: Thurs-Sat at 8 p.m. and Sun., Feb. 6 & 13 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20, groups and seniors are $15. Reservations may be made via email at tickets@warehousepac.com ^[13] or box office 704-619-0429. This play is intended for mature audiences and has some explicit language.

Welcome the Year of the Rabbit, 5-7:30 p.m., Davidson College Alvarez, College Union atrium – Annual Davidson College Lunar New Year celebration, welcoming the Year of the Rabbit ^[21]. With performances and snacks. At 8 p.m., the event moves to the Chambers Hall front lawn for fireworks. Organized by the Asian Culture & Awareness Association.