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Davidson band "Sunday Union" plays Friday at Summit Coffee. From left, Elizabeth Mills, Stephanie Rollans, Brad Reddick, Dave Malushizky and Monica Galloway (Gennine Davis photo)

By CRAIG PADDOCK
DavidsonNews.net

^[2]You’ll have four chances this weekend to see Davidson Community Players’ “Crazy for You,” the award-winning musical comedy by George and Ira Gershwin that opens Thursday night at Davidson College Duke Family Performance Hall. Head over to Kannapolis on Friday for Movies in the Park with “How to Train Your Dragon.” On Saturday morning, enjoy local fare at the Davidson Farmer’s Market and go on World of Wonder’s tree walk outing. Summit Coffee presents live music all weekend long; or for music of a different flavor, the First Baptist Church in Huntersville is hosting a youth choir singing traditional hymns.  And don’t forget to check out the showtimes at right for Our Town Cinemas in Davidson, where “Brave” opens this weekend.

THURSDAY, JUNE 21

Toddler storytime , 11 a.m. Cornelius Public Library, 21105 Catawba Ave. Toddler Storytime (19-35 months): 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. Registration is required. For more information, call 704-416-3800 or go to the library web page ^[3].

State Senate candidate forum, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – State Senate District 41 Republican candidate forum, with candidates John Aneralla and Jeff Tarte. The two are in a July 17 runoff election. Info in our forum preview article ^[4]

Youth choir at First Baptist in Huntersville , 7 p.m. First Baptist Church, 119 N. Old Statesville Road in Huntersville. The choir of Derbyshire Baptist Church in Richmond, Va., will present a program of traditional hymns, choral works and contemporary music as well as dramatic sketches. Free. For more information, call Eddie Haigler, associate pastor of administration and music at 704-875-6581, Ext. 13.

Scotland Trip Information Meeting , 7-7:45 p.m. Davidson College Presbyterian Church student center. – Informational session on church trip to Scotland in May-June of 2013.

Live music at Summit Coffee , 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson. Live music Summit Songwriters Showcase begins its 3rd year, this month with Amy Broome, Mike Nolan and Rob McHale. Free. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com ^[5].

“Crazy for You” , 8 p.m., Davidson College Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson – Davidson Community Players’ production of “Crazy for You,” lyrics and music by George and Ira Gershwin, book by Ken Ludwig. It’s a Tony Award-winning musical comedy that includes mistaken identities, plot twists, fabulous dance numbers, and classic and familiar Gershwin music including “I Got Rhythm,” “They Can’t Take That Away From Me,” “Embraceable You” and “But Not for Me.” Performances June 21-30. Tickets and information: DavidsonCommunityPlayers.org” ^[6]  Find out more, including who’s in the cast, in our latest “Theater Notes” column ^[7].

FRIDAY, JUNE 22

Preschool story time at Davidson library , 10:15 a.m. Davidson Public Library 119 S. Main St. 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. For more information, call 704-416-4000 or go to the library web page ^[8].

Toddler story time at Davidson library , 11:00 a.m. Davidson Public Library 119 S. Main St. 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. For more information, call 704-416-4000 or go to the library web page ^[8].

Cornelius Architectural Review Board , Noon – 2 p.m.Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave. – Meeting of the Cornelius Architectural Review Board. For more information, call 704-892-6031 (Ext. 113).

Read to Real program , 2 p.m. Cornelius Public Library. 21105 Catawba Ave. Watch the movie Hugo (PG), inspired by the book “The Invention of Hugo Cabret” by Brian Selznick. For more information, call 704-416-3800 or go to the library web page ^[3].

Live music at Campania, 6:30-9 p.m., Campania Cafe, 416 S. Main St., Davidson – Live music on the front porch (weather permitting) every Friday. This week: Clyde Derberry. Info: 704-987-5111 or www.campaniacafe.com ^[9]

Live music at Summit Coffee, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson. Live music Sunday Union. Free. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com ^[5].

“Crazy for You” , 8 p.m., Davidson College Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson – Davidson Community Players’ production of “Crazy for You,” lyrics and music by George and Ira Gershwin, book by Ken Ludwig. It’s a Tony Award-winning musical comedy that includes mistaken identities, plot twists, fabulous dance numbers, and classic and familiar Gershwin music including “I Got Rhythm,” “They Can’t Take That Away From Me,” “Embraceable You” and “But Not for Me.” Performances June 21-30. Tickets and information: DavidsonCommunityPlayers.org ^[6] Find out more, including who’s in the cast, in our latest “Theater Notes” column ^[7].

Symphony at the lake, 8:15 p.m., Duke Energy McGuire Nuclear Station, Energy Explorium, off N.C. 73, Huntersville – The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra will perform its “Symphonic Passion” program of orchestral favorites including selections from “Star Wars” and the Raiders March from “Raiders of the Lost Ark.” Free. Bring a blanket and a picnic. Boaters welcome. Download a flier at the Energy Explorium Website. ^[10] (PDF)

Movies in the Park in Kannapolis, 8:45 p.m. Village Park, Kannapolis. Showing of movie “How to Train Your Dragon” (PG). To view the complete summer schedule, go to www.cityofkannapolis.com ^[11].

SATURDAY, JUNE 23

Davidson Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m.-noon, downtown Davidson, off Main Street next to Town Hall – The weekly Davidson Farmer’s Market. Local farmers and vendors selling meats, produce, dairy products, baked goods, and other items. Runs every Saturday through November. Information: Visit www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org ^[12]. DavidsonNews.net and CorneliusNews.net are pleased to be media partners of the Davidson Farmer’s Market.

Tree walk in Davidson, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Davidson. Learn about local trees and other plants. Open to children at least 5 years old and families. No dogs please. Pre-registration is required: Email dlc.wow@gmail.com to get a form to pre-register. Location details will be sent to those who have registered.

Stories Under the Stars, 7 p.m. Kannapolis Branch Library. Lisa Baldwin with “Music, Minds & Motion.” Info: www.cityofkannapolis.com ^[13]

Live music at Summit Coffee, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson. Live music Rick Spreitzer and the Antique Babies. Free. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com ^[5].

“Crazy for You” , 8 p.m., Davidson College Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson – Davidson Community Players’ production of “Crazy for You,” lyrics and music by George and Ira Gershwin, book by Ken Ludwig. It’s a Tony Award-winning musical comedy that includes mistaken identities, plot twists, fabulous dance numbers, and classic and familiar Gershwin music including “I Got Rhythm,” “They Can’t Take That Away From Me,” “Embraceable You” and “But Not for Me.” Performances June 21-30. Tickets and information: DavidsonCommunityPlayers.org ^[6]. Find out more, including who’s in the cast, in our latest “Theater Notes” column ^[7].

SUNDAY, JUNE 24

Movies at Birkdale blood drive , 2-4 p.m., Regal Theaters Birkdale 16, 16950 Birkdale Commons Parkway, Huntersville – Community Blood Center of the Carolinas blood drive. Free movie ticket to all donors. More public drives can be found by logging on to the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas Web site at www.cbcc.us. ^[14] CBCC also has donation centers in Charlotte, Concord, Gastonia, and Union County. You may call 704-972-4700 to make an appointment at any location.

“Crazy for You” , 2 p.m., Davidson College Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson – Davidson Community Players’ production of “Crazy for You,” lyrics and music by George and Ira Gershwin, book by Ken Ludwig. It’s a Tony Award-winning musical comedy that includes mistaken identities, plot twists, fabulous dance numbers, and classic and familiar Gershwin music including “I Got Rhythm,” “They Can’t Take That Away From Me,” “Embraceable You” and “But Not for Me.” Performances June 21-30. Tickets and information: DavidsonCommunityPlayers.org ^[6]. Find out more, including who’s in the cast, in our latest “Theater Notes” column ^[7].

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