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Shaggie Maggie plays Sunday on the Davidson Green.

^[2]The last weekend of June in the Lake Norman area includes two “Celebrate America” outdoor symphony concerts that wind up with fireworks – in Kannapolis Friday and Bailey Park Cornelius on Saturday. A pair of theatrical productions can be seen on local stages: “Garden Party: The Adventures of Adam & Eve” at Warehouse PAC in Cornelius, a new comedy combining writings of Mark Twain, George Bernard Shaw, John Milton and nursery rhymes, and Davidson Community Players’ “Crazy for You” at Davidson College, a musical comedy by George and Ira Gershwin. Listen to live local music at Campania Cafe and Summit Coffee. There’s sailing, music and fireworks over the water Saturday and Sunday during the Independence Day Regatta at the Lake Norman Yacht Club. And the next Davidson Concert on the Green is coming up Sunday, as part of the town’s Independence Day celebration. It begins with a a small-town parade from McEver Fields to the Green, then the sounds of the variety band Shaggie Maggie.

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"Brave" is at Our Town Cinemas.

On the big screen this weekend, it’s summer movie season. “Brave,” “Madagascar 3″ and the unexpected hit “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” all are playing at Our Town Cinemas. Movie showtimes are on this page at the right.

EXHIBITS

For art lovers, there are a variety of exhibits on view this month around the area. Davidson College senior art majors are showing their work at Belk Visual Arts Center in downtown Davidson. Watercolor paintings by Jim Kerr and his Davidson Parks & Rec students are on display at Davidson Town Hall. And this is the last week to see Jan Black’s “Lake Norman Sunsets, Sailboats & Scenery” at Cornelius Arts Center. More info in our latest Art News column ^[4].

THURSDAY, JUNE 28

Toddler storytime at Davidson library, 11:00 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. For more information, call 704-416-4000 or go to the library web page ^[5].

Toddler storytime at Cornelius library, 11 a.m. Cornelius Public Library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius –  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 ^[6].

E-reader training for Kindles, 2 p.m. North County Regional 16500 Holly Crest Lane, Huntersville – Want to learn how to borrow e-books for your Kindle? Sign up for this interactive program. Bring your device or questions: Learn how to find, check out and download books from the library’s digital collection. For more information, call 704-416-6000 or go to the library web page ^[7].

Cornelius Historic Preservation Commission, 5:15 p.m. Room 217, Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius. – Historic Preservation Commission meeting. Call 704-896-2460, Ext. 114 or email Becky Partin at bpartin@cornelius.org.

Cornelius Transportation Advisory Board, 6-8 p.m. Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius. – Meeting of the Transportation Advisory Board. Call 704-892-6031, ext. 110.

MI-Connection board meeting, 6:30 p.m., MI-Connection Communications System Board teleconference meeting. (Some participants will join from Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St.)

^[8]Theater: Garden Party, 8 p.m. Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216-A Westmoreland Road, Cornelius. – Comic play weaving together words from writers including Mark Twain, George Bernard Shaw, John Milton and old nursery rhymes. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for students, seniors, and groups of 8 or more. Reservations can be made by emailing tickets@warehousepac.com or by calling the box office at 704-619-0429. For more information, go to www.warehousepac.com ^[9].

Live music at Summit Coffee, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson. Live music Colours. Free. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com ^[10].

Theater: “Crazy for You” performance, 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 ^[11]

FRIDAY, JUNE 29

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 ^[5].

Toddler storytime 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 ^[5].

Blood drive, 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Lake Norman Regional Medical Center, 171 Fairview Road, Mooresville. Blood drive with the American Red Cross. Bring a photo ID. To register or for more information, call the hospital’s Community Outreach department at 704-660-4859 or visit www.redcrossblood.org ^[12]. .

Read to reel program, 2 p.m. Cornelius Public Library. 21105 Catawba Ave. 2:00 p.m. Watch the movie “The Muppets” (G), inspired by Jim Henson’s book of the same name. For more information, call 704-416-3800 or go to the library web page ^[6].

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: Scotti Benge. Info: 704-987-5111 or www.campaniacafe.com ^[13]

Kannapolis Summer Concert Series , 7 p.m., Village Park, 700 West C St., Kannapolis – Kannapolis Summer Concert Series with Charlotte Symphony with fireworks. Free. Info: www.cityofkannapolis.com ^[14]

Theater: “Garden Party”, 8 p.m. Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216-A Westmoreland Road, Cornelius. – “Garden Party,” a comic play weaving together words from writers including Mark Twain, George Bernard Shaw, John Milton and old nursery rhymes. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for students, seniors, and groups of 8 or more. Reservations can be made by emailing tickets@warehousepac.com ^[15] or by calling the box office at 704-619-0429. For more information, go to www.warehousepac.com ^[9].

Live music at Summit Coffee , 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson. Live music Reeve Coobs and Matt Glass. Free. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com ^[10].

“Crazy for You” performance , 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 ^[11]

SATURDAY, JUNE 30

Independence Day Regatta , 8 a.m. Lake Norman Yacht Club, Mooresville. – Regatta features sailboat racing, dinner, entertainment and fireworks. Open to boats of all classes including juniors, centerboards and keelboats. For more information or to participate in the regatta, go to the Lake Norman Yacht Club website ^[16].

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. Today – Beer and Brats (see below) Information: Visit www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org ^[17]. DavidsonNews.net and CorneliusNews.net are pleased to be media partners of the Davidson Farmer’s Market.

Beer & Brats Brunch Sampling , 10:30 a.m.-noon, Davidson Farmer’s Market, downtown Davidson, off Main Street next to Town Hall – The market and Summit Coffee team up offering samples of local sausages from market vendors and local beers. Tickets will go on sale the morning of the event, starting at 8 a.m. Only 100 tickets will be sold at $10 each. More information: www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org ^[18].

Renaissance festival auditions , 9 a.m.-noon. Ballantyne Arts Center, 11318 North Community House Road, Charlotte. Open auditions for the Renaissance Festival, including these specific roles: adult male actors to fill the role of the royal guard, interactive living statues; variety of performers (jugglers, circus skills, etc.); outgoing personalities to portray Renaissance-era villagers. Auditionees should be age 16 or older. Call 704-896-5555 or email Vreanie@royalfaires.com to schedule an audition appointment. Additional information can be found at www.RenFestInfo.com ^[19]. The 19th annual Renaissance Festival runs for seven weekends, Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 6 through Nov. 18, at the festival grounds off Poplar Tent Road.

Sadler Square craft show , 2-8 p.m., Sadler Square Shopping Center, off Griffith Street, Davidson – Sizzling Summer Craft-actular craft show, with jewelry, soaps, cosmetics, home decor, accessories, embroidery, and more. Find lovely, one of a kind items in an open air market setting. Presented by Mecklenburg Cabarrus Iredell Artist Alliance. Donations accepted for the Parker Autism Foundation. Free admission.

Theater: “Crazy for You”, 2 and 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 ^[11]

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Charlotte Symphony returns to Bailey Road park this Saturday for an Independence Day concert and fireworks.

Symphony and fireworks , 6 p.m., Bailey Road Park, 11536 Bailey Road, Cornelius – Cornelius Concerts in the Park presents Symphony in the Park. Prelude performance at 7 p.m. by Kyle Cummings. 8:15 p.m., Charlotte Symphony Orchestra – Celebrate America. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. More information: http://www.cornelius.org/parc/special-events/concert-series ^[21]

Theater: “Garden Party”, 8 p.m. Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216-A Westmoreland Road, Cornelius. – Comic play weaving together words from writers including Mark Twain, George Bernard Shaw, John Milton and old nursery rhymes. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for students, seniors, and groups of 8 or more. Reservations can be made by emailing tickets@warehousepac.com or by calling the box office at 704-619-0429.

SUNDAY, JULY 1

Independence Day Regatta , 8 a.m. Lake Norman Yacht Club, Mooresville. – Regatta features sailboat racing, dinner, entertainment and fireworks. Open to boats of all classes including juniors, centerboards and keelboats. For more information or to participate in the regatta, go to the Lake Norman Yacht Club website ^[16].

Photo show and benefit, 4-7 p.m. Kadi Fit, 19725 Oak St., Cornelius. – Photo show to benefit Habitat Guatemala. Admission is free, and refreshments will be provided. Photos will be for sale at the show, and all proceeds will benefit Habitat Guatemala. RSVP to Guatemala.Show@gmail.com.

Patriotic concert, 6 p.m., Community in Christ Lutheran Church, 7621 Norman Island Drive, Cornelius – Community in Christ Lutheran Church hosts a patriotic celebration and music program, “America – Land that I love.” The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Theater: “Garden Party”, 2 p.m., Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216-A Westmoreland Road, Cornelius. – “Garden Party,” a comic play weaving together words from writers including Mark Twain, George Bernard Shaw, John Milton and old nursery rhymes. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for students, seniors, and groups of 8 or more. Reservations can be made by emailing tickets@warehousepac.com ^[15] or by calling the box office at 704-619-0429. For more information, go to www.warehousepac.com ^[9].

Davidson Independence Day Parade, 5:30 p.m., McEver Fields, South Street, Davidson – Anyone can march in the parade and is encouraged to dress in patriotic attire and decorate wagons, bicycles, tricycles and pets in red, white and blue. Line up for the parade at 5:15 p.m. at McEver Field on South Street. The concert on the green will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will feature Shaggie Maggie, a variety band. Read more about the parade and concert in our preview, “Town plans July 1 parade and concert for Independence Day” ^[22]

Concert on the Green, 6-8 p.m., Davidson Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road, Davidson – Concert on the Green with Shaggie Maggie ^[23] (variety). Bring a chair or blanket and a picnic. Free. ConcertsontheGreen.com ^[24]

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