By KARYN JESTER
DavidsonNews.net

This weekend’s area calendar offers everything from stories and art to outdoor concerts and movies. Story times are offered on Thursday and Friday at Main Street Books and the Cornelius and Davidson public libraries. On Friday, the exhibit “The Beautiful World of Watercolor” opens with a reception at Davidson Town Hall. There’s the UpGrade Lifestyle 5k and Kids Fun Run in Birkdale and Summer Singles Party & Dance for singles over 45 at the Palace in Cornelius on Saturday. Also on Saturday, you’re invited to eat out on the dog friendly patio of Coral Sushi with your dogs and learn about the Great Dane Friends rescue. The Davidson Community Players’ presentation of “Ragtime” continues this weekend and there will be live music from 80s cover band 80’z Enuff at Bailey Road Park on Saturday.

These events and more below, or in our day-by-day calendar at right. Also, at right on this page, see our movie show times listings for Our Town Cinemas where “Cars 2” opens, joining “The Hangover Part II,” “Kung Fu Panda 2,” “Green Lantern,” “Super 8,” and “Bridesmaids.”

THURSDAY, JUNE 23

Rotary Club, 7:30 a.m., Northstone Country Club, 15801 Northstone Drive, Huntersville – Regular meeting of the Rotary Club of Lake Norman-Huntersville. Guests are always welcome.

Story Time at Main Street Books, 10 a.m., Main Street Books, 126 S. Main St., Davidson – Story Time, for children 1-5. Stories, songs and lots of fun. Free. Also June 9.

Bilingual Storytime: Spanish, 11:15 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Children will learn the basics of the Spanish language through songs, stories and hands-on activities. Special emphasis is placed on language development and repetition. For ages 3-5. Info: 704-416-3800.

Live music at Miciah’s, 4-6 p.m., Miciah’s Speakeasy, 229 Medical Park Rd, suite 120, Mooresville. Live music: Wally & Dave. For more info: 704-799-0095 or visit Miciah’s facebook page ^[1].

Patio-palooza, 6:30 p.m., Hickory Tavern, 9526 Birkdale Crossings Dr., Suite 30, Huntersville – Live acoustic music. Cornhole in the Beer Garden. Info: 704-897-8490.

CANCELED MI-Connection Board of Directors, 6:30 p.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St., Davidson – Regular MI-Connection Board of Directors meeting. www.mi-connection.com ^[2]NOTE: This meeting has been canceled. A special meeting has been called ^[3] for Tuesday, June 28.

Vacation Bible School, 6:30-8 p.m., Gethsemane Baptist Church, 565 Jetton St., Davidson – Pre-school children to adults are invited to take part in this fun-filled Vacation Bible School. There will be Praise & Worship, crafts, games, snacks, and bible lessons. For more information or to pre-register, call 704-892-1635 or visit www.gbclakenorman.org ^[4].

20-somethings and adulthood, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Mint Museum Uptown, Charlotte – WFAE-FM presents a “Public Conversations” program on “20-Somethings: Today’s Changing Path to Adulthood.” What’s life like for college graduates and others in their twenties? What economic and social influences are shaping 20-somethings’ expectations and experiences? The panel and audience will discuss these questions and more. Free. Info: wfae.org ^[5]. DavidsonNews.net and CorneliusNews.net are news partners of WFAE-FM.

Live music at Summit Coffee, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson – Live music: Matter of Fact. Info: 704-895-9090.

Theater: Ragtime, 8 p.m., Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College Campus, Davidson – The Davidson Community Players present the Tony Award-winning musical that tells the story of three groups in America, represented by Coalhouse Walker Jr., a Harlem musician; Mother, the matriarch of a WASP family in New Rochelle, NY; and Tateh, a Latvian Jewish immigrant. Guest starring Timothe Bittle as Coalhouse Walker Jr. Playing June 16-June 25. Details at www.davidsoncommunityplayers.org ^[6].

FRIDAY, JUNE 24

Preschool Storytime, 10:15 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Preschoolers engage with books and activities that encourage language and pre-reading skills. Hear stories, sing songs, and develop the skills needed to become a successful reader. Info: 704-416-4000.

Toddler Storytime, 11 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and new words through stories and activities. Info: 704-416-4000.

Lecture for Seniors, 10:30 a.m., North Mecklenburg Senior Center, 18731 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Attorney Nicole Bryan of the Estate and Elder Law Firm of VanDiver & Bryan will speak to seniors in the community on “Questions you never knew to ask.” Beverages and snacks will be provided. Pre-registration is suggested, but walk-ins are welcome. Call 704-892-4041 to tell them you’re coming.

Watercolor exhibit opening, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St., Davidson – The Beautiful World of Watercolor Art Exhibition opens with a reception to meet the artists and Instructor Jim Kerr. Refreshments will be served. The exhibit will feature a collection of student and instructor watercolor artwork and will be in the Davidson Town Hall from June 24-July 15 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, contact Colleen Whalen at 704-892-3349 or at cwhalen@ci.davidson.nc.us ^[7].

Party on the Porch, 6:30-9 p.m., Campania Cafe & Trattoria, 416 S. Main St., Davidson – Live music: Clyde Derberry. Info: 704-987-5111.

Live music at Jeffrey’s, 7-10 p.m., Jeffrey’s Restaurant, 117 Trade Ct. Mooresville. Live music: Wally & Dave. For more info: 704-799-1110 or www.jeffreyslkn.com ^[8].

I Wanna Be a Panther, 8 p.m., Hickory Tavern, 9526 Birkdale Crossings Dr., Huntersville – Radio station 106.5 The End will hold the grand prize drawing to find out who gets to spend a week with the Panthers during training camp. DJ starts at 8 p.m. Info: 704-897-8490.

Vacation Bible School, 6:30-8 p.m., Gethsemane Baptist Church, 565 Jetton St., Davidson – Pre-school children to adults are invited to take part in this fun-filled Vacation Bible School. There will be Praise & Worship, crafts, games, snacks, and bible lessons. For more information or to pre-register, call 704-892-1635 or visit www.gbclakenorman.org ^[4].

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

Theater: Ragtime, 8 p.m., Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College Campus, Davidson – The Davidson Community Players present the Tony Award-winning musical that tells the story of three groups in America, represented by Coalhouse Walker Jr., a Harlem musician; Mother, the matriarch of a WASP family in New Rochelle, NY; and Tateh, a Latvian Jewish immigrant. Guest starring Timothe Bittle as Coalhouse Walker Jr. Playing June 16-June 25. Details at www.davidsoncommunityplayers.org ^[6].

Live music at Kylie’s, 10 p.m., Kylie’s Sports Bar and Grill, 19607 Statesville Rd., Cornelius – Live music: Trial By Fire (Journey tribute band). Info: 704-895-6944.

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80'z Enuff from Greensboro plays Saturday night at Bailey Road Park.

SATURDAY, JUNE 25

Davidson Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m. to noon, downtown Davidson next to Town Hall – Local farmers and vendors selling meats, produce, dairy products, baked goods, and other items every Saturday through November. For more information: www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org ^[10]. DavidsonNews.net is pleased to be a sponsor of the Davidson Farmers Market.

UpGrade Lifestyle 5k, 8 a.m., Birkdale Residents’ Club, 8915 Devonshire Dr., Huntersville – 5k and Kids Fun Run along Devonshire Road in Birkdale. The race benefactor is the Arthritis Foundation, Mid-Atlantic Chapter. Registration fee is $20 until June 24 and $25 on race day. Registration available online at www.upgradelifestyleinc.com ^[11] and www.sportoften.com ^[12].

Gold Panning Day, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Rd., Huntersville – Learn about Charlotte’s rich gold mining history and pan for gold at the miner’s cabin. Enjoy live guitar music on the cabin porch and play old-fashioned games. Free with regular site admission. Details at lattaplantation.org ^[13].

Dog days at Coral Sushi, noon-4 p.m., Coral Sushi, 9525 Birkdale Crossings Dr., Huntersville – You’re invited to eat out on the dog friendly patio of Coral Sushi with your dogs. 20 percent of your bill will be donated to Great Dane Friends rescue. There will also be a booth with information about the rescue and available Danes for adoption will be there too. Visit www.greatdanefriends.com ^[14] for information about the rescue.

Theater: Ragtime, 2 & 8 p.m., Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College Campus, Davidson – The Davidson Community Players present the Tony Award-winning musical that tells the story of three groups in America, represented by Coalhouse Walker Jr., a Harlem musician; Mother, the matriarch of a WASP family in New Rochelle, NY; and Tateh, a Latvian Jewish immigrant. Guest starring Timothe Bittle as Coalhouse Walker Jr. Playing June 16-June 25. Details at www.davidsoncommunityplayers.org ^[6].

Summer Singles Party & Dance, 7 p.m., The Palace, 8325 Copley Dr., Cornelius – Join Lake Norman Over 45 Singles for a night of dancing, socializing and good food. $10 cover at the door. RSVP: 704-439-0182.

’80s Night in the Park, 7-9:45 p.m., Bailey Road Park, 11536 Bailey Rd., Cornelius – Go back in time to the 1980’s with live music from 80’z Enuff. Bruster’s ice cream will be available for purchase. Free.  CorneliusNews.net is pleased to be a co-sponsor of this concert.

Live music at Summit Coffee, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson – Live music: Rick Spreitzer Trio. Info: 704-895-9090.

Live music at Miciah’s, 9 p.m., Miciah’s Speak Easy, 229 Medical Park Rd., Mooresville – Live music: Pursey Kerns. Info: 704-799-0095.

Live music at Amos’ at the Lake, 9:30 p.m., Amos’ at the Lake Bar and Grill, 19501 West Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Live music: The Breakfast Club (Retro 80’s band). Info: 704-895-6875.

SUNDAY, JUNE 26

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