By KARYN JESTER
DavidsonNews.net

"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2," the last film in the series, opens with a midnight show Thursday at Our Town Cinemas in Davidson and other theaters.

Our week begins with meetings – Lake Norman Marine Commission Monday, and both the Mecklenburg County Commission and Davidson Town Board Tuesday. On Wednesday, don’t be alarmed when you hear the McGuire Nuclear Station sirens being tested at 11:50 a.m. On Thursday, there’s a blood drive at Ben & Jerry’s, where donors receive a coupon for a free pint of ice cream. Bonita Knott, “the barefoot poet,” performs Friday and Saturday at Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius. On Saturday, the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Mooresville hosts a Community Fest with yard sale, farmer’s market and community business expo. 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 “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2″ opens, joining “Zookeeper,” “Larry Crowne,” “Transformers: Dark of the Moon,” and “Cars 2.” Our Town Cinemas has a midnight show Thursday to open the film, and

MONDAY, JULY 11

Char-Grill Grand Opening, 5-7 p.m., Char-Grill, 624 Jetton St., Davidson – Grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Char-Grill restaurant, in Davidson Commons (Harris Teeter) shopping center, Griffith and Jetton Streets, Davidson. View details and menu at chargrilldavidson.com.

Cornelius Planning Board, 6:30-9 p.m., Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Regular Cornelius Planning Board meeting. Info: cornelius.org

Art class at Lake Norman Cottage, 6:30pm, Lake Norman Cottage, 200-A N. Harbor Place, Davidson. $35 per person. No experience or talent needed! We provide the brushes, canvas, paints & the local art teacher. Come enjoy the fun with a glass of wine in one hand, paintbrush in the other. Call 704-237-3629 for more details.

Torrence Creek Elementary meeting with county officials, 6:30 p.m., Torrence Creek Elementary School, 14550 Ranson Road, Huntersville – County officials will meet with parents to discuss county construction plans, which do not include Torrence Creek. District 1 County Commissioner Karen Bentley, County Commission Chair Jennifer Roberts, county finance officials. Background here.

Lake Norman Marine Commission, 7 p.m., Charles Mack Citizens Center, 215 N. Main St., Mooresville – Monthly Lake Norman Marine Commission meeting, with 2012 budget approvals, reports on lake enforcement, lake discharge problems, buoy and rafting permits. Full agenda on the commission 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

Mac & Cheese Eating Contest, 8 p.m., Whiskey Warehouse, 1221 The Plaza, Charlotte – 12-minute battle to consume as much of Whiskey Warehouse’s signature Macaroni & Cheese as possible. Place wagers on favorite contestant in hopes of winning prizes. All donations and wagers will go directly to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Email agiacomucci@yahoo.com to enter.

TUESDAY, JULY 12

Lake Norman Monster Sightseeing Tour, 9:30-10:30 a.m., 18665 Harborside Dr., Cornelius – Take your kids on a special Lake Norman sightseeing cruise and look for “Normie” the Lake Norman Monster. The cruise will also teach children about conservation and the lake area environment. Children (10 and under) are $6 and adults accompanying a child are $10. For tickets, call Championship Yacht Charters at 704-905-1495. Details: www.lakenormanmonster.com

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.

Explore Your World: India, 2 p.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Come and learn about the beautiful art of Henna and the culture and history of India. You will also receive your own temporary henna tattoo. Audience: teens. Info: 704-416-3800.

Mecklenburg County Commissioners, 3 p.m., Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center, 600 E. Fourth St., Charlotte – Special meeting of the Board of Mecklenburg County Commissioners to discuss the County’s Joint Undertaking Agreement with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Hospital Authority and related matters. www.mecklenburgcountync.gov

Chamber reception/ribbon cutting, 5:30-7 p.m., David Weekley Homes model home, Bailey Springs, 12203 Bradford Park Drive, Davidson – David Weekley Homes and the Bailey Springs development host a Lake Norman Chamber mixer and grand opening. Info: 704-972-4225.

Davidson Board of Commissioners, 6 p.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St., Davidson – Regular Davidson Town Board Meeting. Agenda includes a presentation on the recent purchase of 2 affordable houses in the Bradford neighborhood, budget approval for “Book Garden” public art project. See our July 8, 2011 Town Board preview and agenda.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 13

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. Ages: Up to 18 months. 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. Ages: 18 to 36 months. 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.

Preschool 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.

McGuire Nuclear Plant siren test, 11:50 a.m., emergency signals around McGuire Nuclear Station, Huntersville – quarterly siren test. Emergency sirens are tested regularly to ensure they are working correctly. The testing is part of normal maintenance and no public action is necessary. The test lasts around 3 minutes. In a true emergency, the sirens would sound repeatedly. Info on Duke-Energy.com

Open Mic at Summit Coffee, 8-10 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. – Live music: TBA. Info: 704-895-9090.

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, JULY 14

Story Hour 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 July 28.

Blood Drive, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Ben & Jerry’s, 202 S. Main St., Davidson – All donors will be treated to ice cream at the drive and will receive a coupon for a free pint of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, a free Red Cross t-shirt and a chance to win a $3,000 gift card. For appointments, call 1-800-REDCROSS or visit redcrossblood.org.

Harry Potter Day, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Char-Grill, Davidson Commons shopping center, Griffith and Jetton streets – Char-Grill is teaming up with Our Town Cinemas to celebrate the premiere of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2.” Harry Potter Day includes a free “magic milkshake” for anyone in costume, chocolate frogs for correctly answering Harry Potter trivia, and other giveaways. 704-896-8710.

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.

Patio-palooza, 6:30 p.m., Hickory Tavern, 9526 Birkdale Crossings Dr., Huntersville – Live acoustic music by Early Ray on the patio. Info: 704-897-8490.

Greenways, Bikeways and Trails Board, 7 p.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St., Davidson – Regular meeting of the Greenways, Bikeways and Trails Advisory Board. Agenda includes discussion of trail projects, trail and greenway way-finding signage, and potential grant for extension of Kincaid Greenway. Info: 704-940-9621. See the agenda on our Real Estate & Home page.

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

Harry Potter movie premiere, midnight, Our Town Cinemas, 227 Griffith St., Davidson – Opening screening of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2.” Harry, Ron, and Hermione return to Hogwarts to find and destroy Voldemort’s final horcruxes, but when Voldemort finds out about their mission, a battle begins. Screenings continue al weekend. Up to date movie times at right. For reservations: 704-237-3235 or ourtowncinemas.com

FRIDAY, JULY 15

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.

RockBus Concert Series: O.A.R., 5:30 p.m., Prohibition, 200 N. Tryon St., Charlotte – Meet up at Prohibition for a little pre-partying, then hop on the shuttle to see OAR at the NC Music Factory. Cost is $15 and includes transportation to and from Uptown Amphitheatre at The Music Factory, a few cold ones on the way to the show, and FREE cover back into Prohibition after the concert. Email Rich@RockHouseEvents.com if interested.

Bonita Knott, at Warehouse PAC Friday and Saturday.

Bonita Knott at the Warehouse, 7 p.m., The Warehouse, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – Poet Bonita Knott presents “From the thorn of rejection to the rose of Restoration.” Tickets are $18. For reservations, call 704-230-7598 or email scribestudio@gmail.com.

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

Live music at River City, 9 p.m., River City Bar and Grill, 155 Pinnacle Ln., Mooresville – Live music: Piedmont Boys. $5 cover. Info: 704-660-9797.

SATURDAY, JULY 16

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. DavidsonNews.net is pleased to be a media partner of the Davidson Farmers Market.

Community Fest, 8 a.m.-noon, Our Towns Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 121 Norman Station, Mooresville – Features a community yard sale, farmer’s market and community business expo. For more information, call Amy DeCaron at 704-896-8957 ext. 109 or email her at amy@ourtownshabitat.org.

Latta Fun Horse Show, 10 a.m., Latta Equestrian Center, 6201 Sample Rd., Huntersville – Latta Equestrian Center’s open horse show. Admission is free for spectators. Info at www.lattaequestriancenter.com.

Cold Blooded Encounters, 2 p.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – This educational program will include appearances by 8-12 animals and a question and answer session. You will also have the opportunity to touch some of the animals. Info: 704-416-3800.

Rock at the Dock, 6 p.m., Queens Landing, 1459 River Hwy, Mooresville – Live cage fights with live music by Beyond the Fade, a tomato throw, a bikini contest and a hot dog eating contest. General admission is $35 and front row seating is $60. Details: therockmma.com

Bonita Knott at the Warehouse, 7 p.m., The Warehouse, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – Poet Bonita Knott presents “From the thorn of rejection to the rose of Restoration.” Tickets are $18. For reservations, call 704-230-7598 or email scribestudio@gmail.com.

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

Live music at Unleashed, 9 p.m., Unleashed Nightclub, 20924 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius – Live music: Young MC. Doors open at 9 p.m. Info: 704-655-2621.

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

Mike Santoro is lead vocalist for The Stranger, a Billy Joel Tribute that plays a Concert on the Green in Davidson Sunday.

Live music at Amos’ at the Lake, 9:45 p.m., Amos’ at the Lake, 19501 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Live music: Tim Clark Band. Info: 704-895-6875.

SUNDAY, JULY 17

Concert on the Green, 6-8 p.m., Davidson Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road in front of Davidson library – Featuring music by The Stranger (Billy Joel tribute band). Free.

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