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Fresh produce at Davidson Farmer's Market, open Saturday morning next to Town Hall. (Steve Marsh/DavidsonNews.net))

By KARYN JESTER
DavidsonNews.net

What’s your fancy this weekend? It’s a busy one, from sports to music to a Davidson Wildcats fan day. The International Tournament of Champions  wheelchair basketball tourney continues, with championship games Saturday at Lake Norman Charter School.   The newly formed North Carolina Baroque Orchestra performs Friday at Davidson College Presbyterian Church Congregation House. The weekly Davidson Farmer’s Market is in downtown Davidson Saturday morning. At midday Saturday, Cornelius Presbyterian Church is hosting its Bluegrass & BBQ festival, while Davidson College’s Wildcat Fans Dayis on the Davidson Village Green.

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 “The Help” is now open, joining “Rise of the Planet of the Apes,” “Crazy, Stupid, Love,” “Cowboys & Aliens,” “Captain America: The First Avenger,” and “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2.” The theater has added extra shows for the “The Help” and invites groups to make reservations in advance.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 11

Wheelchair basketball championship, Times TBA, locations include Lake Norman Charter middle and high schools, Huntersville – National Wheelchair Basketball Association International Tournament of Champions. 250 athletes from around the world compete. Games are Wed., Aug. 10, to Saturday, Aug. 13. Information on NWBA.org ^[2]. See also our June 3 preview, “LKN to host national wheelchair basketball championship.” ^[3]

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Rusty Knox and his band play Summit Coffee Thursday night.

Davidson Coalition for Fiscal Responsibility, 6:30 p.m., Lake Norman YMCA, 21300 Davidson St., Cornelius – Public meeting of the Davidson Coalition for Fiscal Responsibility, to discuss the Nov. 2011 town election and candidates. Info: dcfrcontact@gmail.com ^[5] or “Davidson Coalition for Fiscal Responsibility” on Facebook.

Patio-palooza, 6:30 p.m., Hickory Tavern, 9526 Birkdale Crossing Dr., Huntersville – Live acoustic music every Thursday in the Beer Garden and patio. No Cover. Info: 704-897-8490.

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

FRIDAY, AUGUST 12

Wheelchair basketball championship, Times TBA, locations include Lake Norman Charter middle and high schools, Huntersville – National Wheelchair Basketball Association International Tournament of Champions. 250 athletes from around the world compete. Games are Wed., Aug. 10, to Saturday, Aug. 13. Information on NWBA.org ^[2]. See also our June 3 preview, “LKN to host national wheelchair basketball championship.” ^[3]

North Carolina Baroque Orchestra, 8 p.m., Davidson College Presbyterian Church Congregation House, 218 Concord Rd., Davidson – The Baroque Orchestra of NC, led by San Francisco based early music specialist, recorder virtuoso and Conductor Frances Blaker, will perform its inaugural concert that will include selections from Telemann’s “Wasser Music” and Vivaldi’s “Tempeste di Mare.” Donations appreciated. Info: 704-560-0101. Read more in our Aug. 3 news story ^[6].

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

SATURDAY, AUGUST 13

Wheelchair basketball championship, all day, locations include Lake Norman Charter middle and high schools, Huntersville – National Wheelchair Basketball Association International Tournament of Champions. 250 athletes from around the world compete. Games are Wed., Aug. 10, to Saturday, Aug. 13. Information on NWBA.org ^[2]. See also our June 3 preview, “LKN to host national wheelchair basketball championship.” ^[3]

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 ^[7]. DavidsonNews.net is pleased to be a sponsor of the Davidson Farmers Market.

Summer Tubing Trip, 9 a.m., Tyber Creek, 1933 South Blvd., Charlotte – Go tubing on the New River, just south of Boone. This year’s cost is $70 and includes the Bloody Mary/Screwdriver bar at Tyber Creek, a few beverages on the ride to the river, transportation to and from the New River, BBQ cookout at the end of the river, and some fun giveaways. Buy tickets online ^[8].

Bluegrass Festival & BBQ, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Cornelius Presbyterian Church, 21209 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – CPC hosts great food and bluegrass bands on Saturdays in August. Free Admission. BBQ plates are $8 for adults and $5 for children. The band A Deeper Shade of Blue plays August 13. Call 704-892-5577 for tickets.

Wildcats Fan Day, 1-3 p.m., Davidson Town Green, Main St. & Concord Rd., Davidson – Davidson College welcomes the public to help kick off a great fall sports season, to get to know the coaches and athletes and to enjoy an afternoon of fun for the entire family. Details: www.davidsonwildcats.com ^[9] See also our Aug. 5 preview in Sports. ^[10]

Alexander Middle Back to School Fair, 4:30 to 8 p.m., J.M. Alexander Middle School, N.C. 115 at Hambright Road, Huntersville – Back to School Fair and carnival to welcome students, including incoming students from the former Davidson IB Middle School. Free. (See the “Back to School Fair” event page ^[11] on Facebook.) See also our Aug. 9 preview on CorneliusNews.net ^[12]

Queen City Comedy Throwdown, 7 p.m., Chop Shop, 399 E 35th St., Charlotte – A night of improv, sketch and stand-up comedy to benefit Cystic Fibrosis. Includes a charity raffle with incredible prizes.

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

WOW Moon Walk, 8:30-10 p.m., between Concord and Davidson – Join WOW for a campfire, s’mores, storytelling, and a short hike during August’s full moon. Wear sturdy shoes and bring your flashlights and blankets. For children 4 years and up and their families. Pre-registration is required. Email dlc.wow@gmail.com ^[13] for details.

Live music at Miciah’s, 9 p.m., Miciah’s Speak Easy, 229 Medical Park Rd., Mooresville – Live music: Golden Eagles (old Blues band). Info: 704-799-0095.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14

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