By KARYN JESTER
DavidsonNews.net
This week starts off with a couple of book clubs: Guytime at Davidson public library on Monday and the Daylily book club at Cornelius public library on Tuesday. There’s a business seminar at the Lake Norman Chamber about how to grow your business on the internet on Monday. On Wednesday, “Little Fockers” will be screened at Torrence Chapel Park as part of the Summer Outdoor Cinema Series. The Soul Food Festival comes to Rural Hill on Saturday and the July 3rd Summer Celebration will be at the Lowe’s YMCA in Mooresville on Sunday.
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 “Transformers: Dark of the Moon” opens on Wednesday and “Larry Crowne” opens on Friday, joining “Cars 2,” “Green Lantern,” “Super 8,” and “Bridesmaids.”
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And here’s a promo for a coming event: What are you doing next Monday, July 4? Presenting sponsor CorneliusNews.net invites you to the Town of Cornelius 4th of July Celebration, at 6:30 p.m. on the lawn at Town Hall. There will be music, food, kids’ activities and the event wraps up with an outdoor screening of “Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader.” More info on the Cornelius Park, Arts, Recreation & Culture website.
MONDAY, JUNE 27
Business Seminar, 3-4 p.m., Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, 19900 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – A seminar on “Social Media & Internet Marketing” about growing your business on the internet. Hosted by McBryde Website Design. Free to all Lake Norman Chamber members and $25 for non members. Register online at www.lakenormanchamber.org.
Guytime book club, 5:30 p.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – A teen book club for guys in 5th grade and up, presented by Davidson College volunteer, Peter. Pick up a copy of Jake Ransom and the Howling Sphinx by James Rollins at the meeting. Info: 704-416-4000.
Davidson Planning Board, 7 p.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St. – Davidson Planning Board monthly meeting. Agenda to include a presentation on Davidson East zoning. Agenda to be posted on the town website.
Monday Night Church, 7 p.m., Grace Covenant Church, 17301 Statesville Rd., Cornelius – For those who seek a casual setting or can’t make it to church on Sunday. Coffee and socializing begin at 6:30 p.m. The service begins at 7 p.m. Details: www.mondaynightchurch.org.
Davidson Planning Board, 7 p.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St. – Planning board monthly meeting. Agenda includes a presentation and update on the recent public planning workshop and rezoning for Davidson East, off NC 73. See our June 22, 2011, news report “Davidson East workshop suggests return to mixed use
TUESDAY, JUNE 28
Daylily Book Club, 10 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Meets the fourth Tuesday of every month. All adults welcome; no registration required. The June selection is “The Book Thief” by Mark Zusak. Call 704-416-3800 for more info.
School Age Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Elementary aged children are encouraged to explore literature in fun and interactive programs. Programs are intended to connect children with books and encourage children to use the library regularly. Info: 704-416-4000.
Salsa Dance Workshop, 2 p.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – You’ll have an opportunity to learn the basic moves of Salsa and Merengue as well as receive information about the interesting culture and history of Cuba, the most populated Caribbean Island. For teens. Info: 704-416-3800.
Davidson Rotary Club, 5 p.m., Sabi Asian Bistro, Griffith Street and Harbour Place Drive, off I-77 Exit 30 – Weekly Davidson Rotary Club meeting. Speaker: TBA. Guests are always welcomed. Details: DavidsonRotary.org
Make-a-Wish Fund-raiser, 8 p.m., Tilt on Trade, 127 W. Trade St., Charlotte – Fund-raiser for the Make-a-Wish Foundation. Raffle Drawing at midnight and a light buffet sponsored by Maggiano’s Little Italy. $11 Cover. Info: 704-347-4870.
Comedy Zone, 8 p.m., Lake Norman Comedy Zone, 17044 Kenton Dr., Cornelius – Comedian Headliner Max Dolcelli. Doors open at 7 p.m. for 8 p.m. show. General Admission is $10. Info: www.lkncomedyzone.com.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29
Paws to Read, 10:30 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading to a certified therapy dog. Info: 704-416-4000.
Baby Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. New sights and sounds are shared with a parent/caregiver through books, songs, and rhymes. Info: 704-416-3800.
Toddler Storytime, 11 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – 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: 704-416-3800.
Bilingual Storytime: Spanish, 11:15 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – 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: 704-416-4000.
Pre-School Storytime, 11:30 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – 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. Ages: 3 to 5 years. Info: 704-416-3800.
Rotary Club, noon, The Peninsula Club, 19101 Peninsula Club Dr., Cornelius – Regular meeting of the Rotary Club of North Mecklenburg County. Guests are always welcomed.
Chamber Lunch & Learn, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, 19900 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Learn how to protect your business from information theft. Presented by Babette Stewart, certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist. Free to Chamber members and $25 for non-members. Register online at www.lakenormanchamber.org.
Bask in the Cause, 5-8 p.m., Bask on Seaboard, 1000 Seaboard St., Suite C-1, Charlotte – Bask on Seaboard has partnered with Autism Services of Mecklenburg County (ASMC) to host a free monthly networking social. Attendees can expect a free drink provided by Charlotte-area distributors as well as passed hors d’oeuvres compliments of Bask. 21 and over.
Community Needs Assessment, 7:45-9 a.m., Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast, Roper Commons, 920 Church Street North, Concord – Hear about the pressing issues and recommendations for change identified by the Urban Institute in its 5-county Community Needs Assessment. Open to the public. To RSVP or find out more, visit www.uwcentralcarolinas.org.
Summer Outdoor Cinema, 8:30 p.m., Torrence Chapel Park, 21309 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius – Come see “Little Fockers” outside on a state-of-the-art inflatable screen. Free. Refreshments will be available for purchase. For more information, call 704-896-2460 ex. 188 or visit corneliuspr.org.
Salsa Night, 9-10 p.m., The Dirty Martini, 17036 Kenton Place, Suite 104, Cornelius – Salsa Night with DJ Tremendo. Free salsa lessons. Info: 704-533-3054.
THURSDAY, JUNE 30
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. Info: 704-416-3800.
Alive After Five, 5-10 p.m., the Pavilion at Epicentre, 210 East Trade St., Charlotte – Live music by Zoso (Led Zeppelin tribute band). Details: www.aliveafterfives.com.
Green Drinks Lake Norman, 5:30-7:00 p.m., Campania Cafe, 416 S. Main St., Davidson – This month’s speaker is UNC Charlotte graduate student Terence Goveas, winner of 5 Ventures Student Competition. He will speak about his 5 Ventures experience, his innovation and competing in the region’s energy economy. For more information, call 704-896-0094 or visit www.pies-northcarolina.org.
Historic Preservation Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 19600 Zion Ave., Cornelius – The Cornelius Historic Preservation Commission’s regular June meeting.
Patio Palooza, 5:30 p.m., Hickory Tavern, 9526 Birkdale Crossings Dr., Huntersville – Live acoustic music on the patio and in the beer garden. Info: 704-897-8490.
Lake Norman Rotary Club, 6 p.m., Northstone Country Club, 15801 Northstone Dr., Huntersville – Annual rotary banquet where Karla Combs will be inducted as the new rotary club president and David Marsh will be the keynote speaker. Marsh is the current swimming coach for the U.S. National Team. Tickets are $20 for rotary members and $25 for non-members and can be purchased at the Lake Norman Rotary website.
Palace Bingo Night, 7-10 p.m., The Palace, 8325 Copely Dr., Cornelius – Bingo Night at the Palace. For information, email events@lakenormanmeetingsandevents.com or call 704-892-7636.
FRIDAY, JULY 1
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.
Lunch & a Movie, noon, Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Bring your lunch and watch the movie Gnomeo and Juliet! We provide the popcorn. Info: 704-416-4000.
Party on the Porch, 6:30-9:00 p.m., Campania Cafe, 416 S. Main St., Davidson – Live music: Scotti Benge. Info: 704-987-5111.
Live music at Amos’ at the Lake, 7:30 & 10:30 p.m., 19501 West Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Live music: Shableek (saxophonist accompanied by full band). Two shows. Doors open at 7 p.m. for the first show and 10 p.m. for the second show. Info: 704-895-6875.
SATURDAY, JULY 2
4th of July Festival, 4 p.m., U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte – Live music: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Riley Etheridge, Jr., and Do It To Julia. Fireworks at nightfall. Free and open to the public. Details: www.usnwc.org.
Soul Food Festival, 7 p.m., Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd., Huntersville – A day of old school R&B and the best soul food Charlotte has to offer. General admission is $22, Preferred Viewing is $32, and VIP is $57. Details: www.ilovesoulfood.com. Read more: June 27, 2011, “Festival brings soul food and music to Rural Hill Sat.
SUNDAY, JULY 3
July 3rd Summer Celebration, 4-10 p.m., Lowe’s YMCA, 170 Joe Knox Avenue, Mooresville – Celebration for kids and families featuring music, live performances, food and business vendors, inflatables and kids’ games. The event will conclude with a fireworks show. Free and open to the public. Visit www.ymcacharlotte.org for details.
4th of July Festival, 4 p.m., U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte – Live music: Langhorne Slim, Overmountain Men, and Holy Ghost Tent Revival. Fireworks at nightfall. Free and open to the public. Details: www.usnwc.org.
Concert on the Green, 6-8 p.m., Davidson Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road in front of Davidson library – Featuring music by Rough Draft (variety) Free. Details and season schedule: April 26, 2011, “College ensembles open Concerts on the Green Sun.”
RockBus Concert: Zac Brown Band, Transportation to and from Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, a few cold ones on the way to Verizon, and drink specials at starting bar before and after the show. Cost is $20 for RockBus only or $50 for RockBus and concert ticket. More details coming soon.
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