Lonnie Bunch, founding director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture, lectures Tuesday at Davidson College.
BY KARYN JESTER
DavidsonNews.net
A busy week in and around the area starts off with a blood drive at DCPC, a reading by novelist Cris Mazza at Davidson College, and 
performances by songwriter Dan Bern at Birdsnest on Monday. There’s also a lecture on the “Sexual Politics of Meat” by feminist author Carol J. Adams. There will be a Q&A with Ms. Adams on Tuesday and a vegan cooking workshop on Wednesday.
Davidson College’s production of the play “Kokoro” runs Wednesday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m and Sunday at 2 p.m. And there are two home basketball games this week: the Davidson Wildcat men play Georgia Southern on Wednesday and the Wildcat women play Georgia Southern on Saturday.
There are a number of concerts to attend at Davidson College including a performance by a string band, a Davidson College Symphony performance and another by the Rhodora Winds Quintet. Also, there are two fund-raisers: Dinner at Davidson for the Davidson Trust scholarship program and the Green Ball to benefit the Davidson Lands Conservancy.
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 “Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son” and “I Am Number Four” open on Friday, joining “Just Go With It,” “The African Queen,” “127 Hours” and “The King’s Speech.”
MONDAY, FEB. 14
Story Time, 10 a.m., Main Street Books, 126 S. Main St. – Please join us for stories, songs and lots of fun on the second and fourth Thursdays. Children ages 1-5 are welcome. Call 704-892-6841 for more information.
Blood Drive, 2-7 p.m., Davidson College Presbyterian Church Congregation House, Main St. and Concord Rd. – For an appointment, please email information@dcpc.org, or call the church office at 704.892-5641. Walk-in donors will be accepted as well. Remember to bring your photo ID. Includes Valentine’s Day drawings for two gift baskets. dcpc.org.
Literary Reading, 5 p.m., Philanthropic Hall, Davidson College – A reading by novelist Cris Mazza, professor in the program for writers at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Free and open to the public. For information call 704-894-2254.
Lecture: Sexual Politics of Meat, 7 p.m., Smith 900 Room, Alvarez College Union, Davidson College – Feminist author Carol J. Adams, author of “The Sexual Politics of Meat: A Feminist-Vegetarian Critical Theory,” will speak about the relationships between patriarchal values and meat eating. Free and open to the public. For information call 704-894-2321.
Dan Bern Concert, 7 pm & 9:30 pm, The Birdsnest, 102-B S. Main St. – Dan Bern will perform two shows on Valentine’s night. Tickets are $20, $1 per ticket will go to Our Town’s Habitat for Humanity. Email davidsonncmusic@hotmail.com to reserve tickets, making sure to specify what time and how many tickets. For more information on Dan Bern, go to www.danbern.com.
Lake Norman Art League, 7-9 p.m., Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, 19900 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Regular monthly meeting. Betsy Birkner presents “Color Theory,” a presentation about learning new approaches on how we think about and use our color palette, focusing on the color red. Open to the public, but non-members are asked to give a suggested $5 donation. Visit www.lknart.org for more information.
TUESDAY, FEB. 15
Carol Adams Q&A, 3 p.m., Semans Lecture Hall, Visual Arts Center, Davidson College – Follow-up of the lecture, “The Sexual Politics of Meat” by Carol Adams. This is an opportunity to interact with the speaker on a more informal basis and ask questions. Visit davidson.edu for more information.
CMS Study Island, 6:30-8 p.m., Torrence Creek Elementary, 14550 Ranson Rd., Huntersville – Parents will learn how to use the online program “Study Island” to help their children master the standards specific to their grade. For parents of students in 3rd-8th grade. Visit www.cmsparentuniversity.org for more information.
Catholic High School info meeting, 7:30 p.m., St. Mark Catholic Church, Family Life Center, 14740 Stumptown Road, Huntersville – Update meeting for the proposed Christ the King Catholic High School. Meet project manager Don Dolan, info about curriculum, athletics, technology, college admissions, transportations, with Q&A session. Applications for rising freshmen and sophomores due Feb. 28. Details: http://www.christthekinghs.com
Lecture: Creation of the National Museum, 7:30 p.m., Lilly Family Gallery, Chambers Building, Davidson College – A talk by Lonnie G. Bunch III, founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., on the topic “A Call to Remember: The Creation of the National Museum.” Free and open to the public. For more information call 704-894-2385.
Davidson College Concert, 8 p.m., Tyler-Tallman Hall, Sloan Music Center, Davidson College – A string band performance of original music inspired by a Sophoclean tragedy. The songs are part of an original work called “The Passion of Herman Kilman” by Professor of Classics Keyne Cheshire and student Jon Springfield. The musicians will offer brief commentary on each of the songs. For information call 919-306-1520.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 16
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 for more information.
Vegan Cooking Workshop, 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m., C. Shaw Smith 900 Room kitchen, Alvarez College Union, Davidson College – A vegan cooking workshop co-sponsored by the Public Lectures Committee, Environmental Studies, the Gender Studies Concentration, and the Department of Religion as part of “The Sexual Politics of Meat” ethics forum. Visit davidson.edu for more information.
Don’t Ask Y, 4 p.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St. – Join Beth for a girls only book club to discuss February’s pick, Journey to the river sea by Eva Ibbotson. Call 704-416-4000 or visit www.cmlibrary.org for more information.
“Race to Nowhere,” 6:30 p.m., Hough High School, 12420 Bailey Rd., Cornelius – The Parent Teacher Student Association will show the documentary film “Race to Nowhere” that examines the problems with teen achievement culture. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. For more information about the film and to buy tickets, go to www.racetonowhere.com.
Davidson Men’s Basketball, 7 p.m., Davidson College Belk Arena, 200 Baker Dr. – Davidson men’s basketball vs. Georgia Southern. Details on www.davidsonwildcats.com.
Theater: Kokoro (True Heart), 7:30 p.m., Barber Theater, Cunningham Theater Center, Davidson College – As part of the Second Stage Series, the Davidson theater department presents Kokoro (True Heart) by Velina Hasu Houston. The story deals with the clash of Eastern and Western cultures as a grieving Japanese mother faces the U.S. legal system. The show runs from February 16 to 20, at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday.
THURSDAY, FEB. 17
Lecture: Two Cheers for Virtue, 4:30 p.m., Room 3155, Chambers Building, Davidson College – A philosophy lecture by Peter Railton, Perrin Professor of Philosophy at the University of Michigan. Free and open to the public. For information call 704-894-2218.
Girl With a Pearl Earring, 5 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., Our Town Cinemas, 227 Griffith St. – Free screening of Girl With a Pearl Earing at 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Reservations required. Call 704-892-7953 to reserve your seat. The screening is part of a series of events in advance of Davidson Community Players’ production of “Masterpiece,” by Meir Ribalow.
Film: “Dance the Devil Back to Hell,” 6 p.m., Hance Auditorium, Chambers Building, Davidson College – The film concerns a group of dedicated women who brought peace to Liberia after 25 years of major civil wars. Following the screening, members of Smile Liberia International, a Charlotte-based non-profit that provides children in post-war Liberia with access to education, will be available for questions. Free. For information call 704-894-2440.
Davidson College Symphony Concert, 7:30 p.m., Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College – A performance by the Davidson College Symphony Orchestra. Free, but donations for the evening’s cause will be appreciated. For information call 704-894-2848.
Theater: Kokoro (True Heart), 7:30 p.m., Barber Theater, Cunningham Theater Center, Davidson College – As part of the Second Stage Series, the Davidson theater department presents Kokoro (True Heart) by Velina Hasu Houston. The story deals with the clash of Eastern and Western cultures as a grieving Japanese mother faces the U.S. legal system. The show runs from February 16 to 20, at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday.
FRIDAY, FEB. 18
Davidson Town Board retreat, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Zevely Inn, 803 S. Main St., Winston-Salem – Davidson Town Board planning retreat. Agenda includes discussions of “Mission, Goals and Planning Principles.” Download the full agenda (PDF), CLICK HERE>
Preschool Storytime, 10:15 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St. – A 30 minute storytime for preschoolers that includes books, flannel board stories and musical activities. Call 704-416-4000 or visit www.cmlibrary.org 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 for more information.
Lunch & a Movie, noon, Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St. – Bring your lunch and watch “How To Train Your Dragon.” Rated PG, 98 minutes. Call 704-416-4000 or visit www.cmlibrary.org for more information.
Musical Interludes at Davidson College, 12:30 p.m., Tyler-Tallman Hall, Sloan Music Center, Davidson College – A lunchtime concert by La Dolce Musica Trio. Free. For information call 704-894-2848.
Chemistry Conference, 2 p.m., Thurman Room, Martin Science Building, Davidson College – A talk by Brian Dyer, associate director of graduate studies for Emory University’s Department of Chemistry, on the subject “Residue Specific Resolution of Protein Folding Dynamics.” Free. For information call 704-894-2307.
Green Ball fundraiser, 7:30-11 p.m., Lilly Family Gallery, Chambers Building, Davidson College – Fundraiser for the Davidson Lands Conservancy that includes live music, contra dancing and silent auction. Advance tickets are $8 for students and $10 for adults, and $12 for everyone at the door. Visit davidsonlands.org for more information. For tickets call 703-994-9443.
Theater: Kokoro (True Heart), 7:30 p.m., Barber Theater, Cunningham Theater Center, Davidson College – As part of the Second Stage Series, the Davidson theater department presents Kokoro (True Heart) by Velina Hasu Houston. The story deals with the clash of Eastern and Western cultures as a grieving Japanese mother faces the U.S. legal system. The show runs from February 16 to 20, at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday.
SATURDAY, FEB. 19
Drop-In Art, 10 a.m.-noon, Cornelius Arts Center, 19725 Oak St., Cornelius – Parents, drop in with your children to work at various art stations throughout the studio. During the month of February, several of the art stations will be centered around African-American artists. Parents may register at the door and pay by the hour. Children 4 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult. Fee is $8 for first hour and $4 for additional second hour. Visit www.corneliusartscenter.org for more information.
Sensory Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St. – Storytime designed for children with autism, Down syndrome, sensory-processing disorder/language-delays and for children with disabilities. Info and registration, contact Beverly at 704-416-4000.
Live Love 2011, noon-11:30 p.m., The Palace, 8325 Copely Dr., Cornelius – Bella Love Charlotte, a non-profit organization supporting multicultural music and arts, is launching its organization with an all-day festival that will feature a diverse program of live music, business and art exhibitions, food, children’s activities and dance performances. Festival proceeds will benefit Camp Luck, a local camp for children with heart disease. Tickets are being sold at The Palace, Carolina Art Garden, Green Rice Gallery and Carolina Woman Fitness and are $10. For more information, visit www.bellalovecharlotte.com.
Davidson Women’s Basketball, 2 p.m., Davidson College Belk Arena, 200 Baker Dr. – Davidson women’s basketball vs. Georgia Southern. Details on www.davidsonwildcats.com.
Bead for life party, 2-4 p.m., Wayland Center, Cornelius Presbyterian Church, 21209 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Come to the Confirmation Class to see Bead for life jewelry. There will be necklaces, bracelets, earrings and much more! Bead for life is a non-profit organization providing impoverished Ugandan women an opportunity to lift their families out of poverty by making beaded jewelry out of recycled paper. For more information, call 704-892-5577 or email carld@bellsouth.net.
Dinner at Davidson fund-raiser, 6-9 p.m., Lilly Family Gallery, Chambers Building, Davidson College – A fund-raiser to benefit The Davidson Trust scholarship program, Davidson College’s endowment to provide loan-free financial aid. Tickets are $15 each, or $25 for two. Includes dinner, dancing, music and a silent auction. To purchase tickets, visit www.davidson.edu/tickets or call 704-894-2135 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.
Theater: Kokoro (True Heart), 7:30 p.m., Barber Theater, Cunningham Theater Center, Davidson College – As part of the Second Stage Series, the Davidson theater department presents Kokoro (True Heart) by Velina Hasu Houston. The story deals with the clash of Eastern and Western cultures as a grieving Japanese mother faces the U.S. legal system. The show runs from February 16 to 20, at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday.
SUNDAY, FEB. 20
Christian Freedom, 9:45 a.m., Congregation House, Davidson College Presbyterian Church, Main St. and Concord Rd. – Sunday morning series in February on Martin Luther’s understanding of Christian freedom. Led by Davidson resident Dr. Sherrill Holland, retired Dean of the Seminary and Systematic Theologian at New Brunswick Theological Seminary in New Jersey. Visit www.dcpc.org for more information.
Theater: Kokoro (True Heart), 2 p.m., Barber Theater, Cunningham Theater Center, Davidson College – As part of the Second Stage Series, the Davidson theater department presents Kokoro (True Heart) by Velina Hasu Houston. The story deals with the clash of Eastern and Western cultures as a grieving Japanese mother faces the U.S. legal system. The show runs from February 16 to 20, at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday.
Davidson College Concert Series, 3 p.m., Tyler-Tallman Hall, Sloan Music Center, Davidson College – A performance by the Rhodora Winds quintet, comprised of Charlotte Symphony Orchestra musicians, and features Adjunct Instructor Amy Orsinger-Whitehead. General admission is $12 for adults, $8 for senior citizens, and $5 for youth 18 and under. Davidson students: free with ID. For tickets, call 704-894-2135 from 10 a.m. to 4p.m. weekdays, or purchase online at www.davidson.edu/tickets. For information call 704-894-2848.
Organ Concert, 5 p.m., Sanctuary of Davidson United Methodist Church, 233 S. Main St. – Organist Leon Chisholm combines music from Tudor England with Dragon Warrior, Bach with Final Fantasy IX, and The Legend of Zelda with a “warrior” mass from North Carolina. Join us for a mirthful exploration of musical warriors and dragons across time and realities. A love offering will be collected to support the DUMC Music Academy. Child care will be provided. Call 704-892-8277 for more information.
