Last Flight Out plays a Youth Week concert Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Davidson United Methodist Church.

Our calendar this week seems to have a little something for everyone: Outdoor music and movies, theater, professional softball, and public meetings as well as community gatherings for National Night Out on Tuesday. Cannon School drama students and alumni are staging “The Fantasticks” at Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius this weekend. Cornelius PARC’s outdoor movie series shows “The Lorax” at Kenton Place on Wednesday. Moorsville’s “Live in the 115″ music series continues Friday night downtown, while Kannapolis’s summer concert series Saturday night features Bomshel with The Gal Friday Band, followed by Fireworks. Summit Coffee in Davidson has live music three nights. And The Carolina Diamonds women’s professional softball team has its final homestand of the seasons this weekend at Cannon Stadium. Read on for the details.

At Our Town Cinemas in Davidson, the Batman flick “Dark Knight Rises” continues its run, alongside “Moonrise Kingdom,” “Ice Age: Continental Drift” and “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days.” See the movie showtimes at right.

MONDAY, AUG. 6

Grin Kids golf tourney, 10 a.m., Birkdale Golf Club, Huntersville – 9th annual Grin Kids Charity Weekend golf tournament. It’s a fund-raiser for Ace & TJ’s Grin Kids, which sends terminally ill kids to Disney World with parents and siblings.

Cornelius Town Board, 6 p.m., Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave. – Town Board meets. Pre-meeting at 6 includes a presentation on the area’s victim advocate program from United Family Services. Regular meeting at 7 p.m. includes a possible vote on a resolution opposing city-county consolidation. Also on the agenda, budget amendments including $175,000 to buy land near Exit 28. See the full agenda on the town website. See also our preview, “Board to consider resolution Mon. opposing city-county merger”

TUESDAY, AUG. 7

Chamber Business Before Hours, 8 a.m., Madalyn’s Coffee & Tea, 17111 Kenton Drive, Cornelius – Lake Norman Chamber “Business Before Hours” networking event. Info: LakeNormanChamber.org

Kannapolis Rotary presentation, Noon, Rotary Hall, 211 West Avenue, Kannapolis – The Kannapolis Rotary Club will be awarded a check for $10,000 from the Monsanto Fund, the philanthropic arm of Monsanto Co. The grant will be used to provide housing for graduate students and interns at the North Carolina Research Campus. Kannapolis Rotary Club set a five-year goal to raise at least $200,000 to purchase a home near the Kannapolis research facility, to be called the Rotary House.

Mooresville National Night Out, 5-9 p.m. Charles Mack Citizen Center, 215 North Main St., Mooresville. – Join the Mooresville Police Department for the Annual National Night Out event. Mooresville’s crime prevention block party will be held on Main Street and will include games, face painting, give-a-ways, food, bounce houses, music & more. For more information, call the Mooresville Police Department at 704-664-3311.

National Night Out in Davidson, 6-8 p.m., Roosevelt Wilson Park, off Griffith Street, Davidson – Davidson Police Department hosts National Night Out, a crime-prevention event and community cook-out, with free hamburgers and hot dogs, sponsored by the Brickhouse Tavern. For more information, please contact Officer Scott Misenheimer at 704-576-4892 or smisenheimer@townofdavidson.org.

Blood drive, 6-8:30 p.m. AMC Theatres ‑ Huntersville Police Department, Birkdale Village, Sam Furr Road, Huntersville – Blood drive by the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas. Call 704-972-4700 or go to www.carolinadonor.org to make an appointment.

2012 National Poetry Slam Prelim, 7-9pm, Various uptown Charlotte locations. 5-day event where poets from all over come together to compete. Open to all poetry lovers. For more info on NPS 2012 visit nps2012charlotte.com. For ticket, location info and schedule visit blumenthalarts.org.

National Night Out in Cornelius, 7-9 p.m., Jetton Village Gazebo, North Cove Road, Cornelius – National Night Out crime prevention and community safety fair, sponsored by Cornelius Police and Parks, Arts, Recreation and Culture. Includes snacks, booths with local businesses, games for kids. See our preview, CLICK HERE»

Last Flight Out concert, 7 p.m., Davidson United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall, 233 S. Main St., Davidson – As part of “Youth Week 2012,” the church is hosting the band Last Flight Out. A free-will donation of $10 to $15 is suggested. All proceeds will benefit missions in the Lake Norman area.

Women of Zion monthly meeting, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Acropolis Restaurant, 20659 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Women of Mount Zion United Methodist Church meet monthly on the first Tuesday. Show up, or reserve a seat by emailing Elizabeth Coker, elizabethcoker73@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 8

Men’s weekly prayer breakfast, 7-8 a.m., at the Cookhouse Restaurant, 20936 Torrence Chapel Road, Cornelius – Men of all ages are invited to a Community Men’s Prayer Breakfast held each Wednesday. It is led on alternate weeks by the ministerial staffs of Mt. Zion UMC and Bethel Presbyterian Church.

Trivia Night at DCPC, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Davidson College Presbyterian Church, Congregation House, 208 Concord Road, Davidson – DCPC’s Common Grounds Cafe presents Trivia Night. Join emcee Pat Millen for a fun-filled evening of trivia, intergenerational fellowship, and fun. Light sandwich dinner served. Donations accepted to cover food costs. Reservations: 704-892-5641.

2012 National Poetry Slam Prelims, 7-9pm, Various uptown Charlotte locations. 5-day event where poets from all over come together to compete. Open to all poetry lovers. For more info on NPS 2012 visit nps2012charlotte.com. For ticket, location info and schedule visit blumenthalarts.org

‘The Lorax’ outdoor movie, 8:30 p.m., Kenton Place, 17115 Kenton Drive, Cornelius – Summer outdoor cinema series continues with the movie “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax.” Free and open to the public. Movies are shown on an inflatable blimp screen and begin at dusk, weather permitting. Refreshments are available for purchase, and viewers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Movie dates and times are subject to change. If the weather seems questionable the night of a movie, call PARC’s weather hotline at 704-896-2460, ext. 290.

THURSDAY, AUG. 9

Blood drive, 1-4 p.m. Lime Energy, 16810 Kenton Drive, Suite 240, Huntersville. – Blood drive by the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas. Call 704-972-4700 or go to www.carolinadonor.org to make an appointment.

2012 National Poetry Slam Prelims, 7-9pm, Various uptown Charlotte locations. 5-day event where poets from all over come together to compete. Open to all poetry lovers. For more info on NPS 2012 visit nps2012charlotte.com. For ticket, location info and schedule visit blumenthalarts.org

Networking party and kids’ book drive, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tyber Creek Pub, 1933 South Boulevard, Charlotte – United Way Young Leaders, a group of professionals 40 and younger, will hold a networking event and children’s book drive. The books will be distributed to various United Way funded agencies for at-risk students. Admission: $5 or two children’s books. RSVP to Sarah, youngleaders@uwcentralcarolinas.org or 704-371-6255.

Tea party documentary screening, 6:45 p.m., Charles Mack Citizens Center, 215 N. Main St., Mooresville – Local Tea Party groups Stand Up North Carolina and CAUTION (Common Americans United to Inspire Our Nation) will host filmmaker Dennis Michael Lynch and screen his documentary on illegal immigration entitled “2012: They Come To America.” Free. Meet the filmmaker beforehand from 5 to 6:15 p.m. at Epic Chophouse, 104 S. Main St., Mooresville.

Light Factory screening: “The Dark Crystal”, 7:30 p.m., Transamerica Square, 401 N. Tryon St., Charlotte – The Light Factory presents a free outdoor screening of Jim Henson’s “The Dark Crystal.” Trivia starts at 7:30, movie at sunset. Donations accepted. Info: www.lightfactory.org
“The Fantasticks” at Warehouse PAC, 8 p.m., Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – Students and alumni of the Cannon Theater Co. are teaming up with actors and artists across the area to produce “The Fantasticks.” Shows are Aug. 9-11 at 8 p.m. and Sun., Aug. 12th at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15. $10 for seniors, students, and groups. Reservations can be made by emailing tickets@warehousepac.com or calling 704-619-0429. Read a preview in CorneliusNews.net’s The Guide

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

FRIDAY, AUG. 10

“Live in the 115″ concert,, 5-9:30 p.m. John Franklin Moore Park, Mooresville – “Live in the 115,” a series of free open-air rock shows in corner of Main and Center. Tiny City and Moses Jones are today’s featured bands.

Mooresville Artist Guild reception, 6-8 p.m. 103 W. Center Ave., Mooresille. – The Mooresville Artist Guild hosts an artist reception the second Friday of every month. Visit the artist guild website for more information.

2012 National Poetry Slam Semi Finals and Finals, 8pm, Various uptown Charlotte locations. 5-day event where poets from all over come together to compete. Semifinals at 8 p.m., Finals at 10 p.m. at McGlohon Theater, 345 N. College St., Charlotte. For more info on NPS 2012 visit nps2012charlotte.com. For ticket, location info and schedule visit blumenthalarts.org

“The Fantasticks” at Warehouse PAC, 8 p.m., Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – Students and alumni of the Cannon Theater Co. are teaming up with actors and artists across the area to produce “The Fantasticks.” Shows are Aug. 9-11 at 8 p.m. and Sun., Aug. 12th at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15. $10 for seniors, students, and groups. Reservations can be made by emailing tickets@warehousepac.com or calling 704-619-0429. Read a preview in CorneliusNews.net’s The Guide

Mike Strauss Trio live, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson – Live music with Mike Strauss Trio. Free. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com.

SATURDAY, AUG. 11

CANCELED – Davidson Presbyterian Church breakfast, 7-11 a.m., Davidson Presbyterian Church, 116 Depot St., Davidson – The church will host another in its series of fundraising church breakfasts and dinners. Menu includes includes eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, grits, toast, orange juice and coffee. $7 for adults, $5 for children 6 under. The church is a block off Main Street, Davidson. For more information or to call in orders, call 704-892-4313. dpcus.org – This event has been canceled

Davidson Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., 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. DavidsonNews.net and CorneliusNews.net are pleased to be media partners of the Davidson Farmer’s Market.

Safe boating class, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Shepherds Fire Department, 2014 Charlotte Highway, Mooresville – The Lake Norman U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary offers a day-long safe-boating class. The class is $45, including lunch. To register email to info@cgauxlkn.com or call 704-663-3333. More information on the Coast Guard Auxiliary website, http://www.cgauxlkn.com/classes.html.

Community music jam, 9 a.m.-noon. Richard’s Coffee Shop, 165 N. Main St., Mooresville. – Community bluegrass jam held every Saturday. Call 704-663-0488.

Samaritan’s Feet shoe giveaway, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Ada Jenkins Center, 212 Gamble St., Davidson. Samaritan’s Feet will be distributing shoes to children and youth up to 18 years old. For more information, visit www.adajenkins.org. See also our preview article, “Samaritan’s Feet to give away shoes Aug. 11 at Ada Jenkins”

All about beekeeping, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Historic Latta Plantation, Sample Road, Huntersville – Learn about the history of beekeeping, what it takes to be a backyard beekeeper, the importance of honeybees in agriculture, and more. Free with regular site admission. The circa 1800 Latta home and grounds are open for touring. Info: LattaPlantation.org.

Behind the scenes at Reed Gold Mine, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Reed Gold Mine, 9621 Reed Mine Road, Midland (Cabarrus County) – Annual behind-the-scenes gold mine tours “When Man And Nature Collide.” This program takes visitors to some of the least explored areas of the Reed Gold Mine with a site historian, NC forestry ranger, and wildlife biologist. Visitors will learn about both the natural and man-made environments and how they have impacted each other through the years. It’s about a 1 mile hike. Reed Gold Mine is the site of the first documented discovery of gold in United States. For more information, visit www.nchistoricsites.org/reed or contact the site at 704-721-4653.

Weathers Creek writers get-away, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Farm in Iredell County between Cleveland and Mooresville. – Weathers Creek Writer’s Series workshops offer a one-day get-away. Instructor Kim Wright will talk about what writers need to know to get their book into the marketplace. Class size limited to 14 people. Weathers Creek sessions are $75 each. Sessions include a homemade lunch. For more information, go to www.weatherscreek.net or call 704-662-0187.

Meet the Wildcats Fan Day, 12:45-2:15 p.m., Davidson Village Green, Concord Road and Main Street, Davidson – Annual Meet the Wildcats Fan Day, with Davidson College coaches and athletes from football, soccer, field hockey and volleyball. Autograph signing, Kids’ Zone with inflatables, and the popular Davidson Dunk Tank. Prize drawing. info: athleticsmarketing@davidson.edu

Kannapolis Summer Concert Series, 7 p.m., Village Park, 700 West C St., Kannapolis – Kannapolis Summer Concert Series with National Country Artist Bomshel with The Gal Friday Band with FIREWORKS . Free. Info: www.cityofkannapolis.com

Carolina Diamonds women’s softball, 7:05 p.m., CMC NorthEast Stadium, Kannapolis – Carolina Diamonds women’s professional softball team hosts USSSA Pride. Also Sunday. Info: http://www.yourcarolinadiamonds.com

2012 National Poetry Slam Finals, 8 p.m., Knight Theater, 430 S. Tryon, Charlotte – The conclusion of the 5-day National Poetry Slam event, where poets from all over come together to compete. For more info on NPS 2012 visit nps2012charlotte.com. For ticket, location info and schedule visit blumenthalarts.org

“The Fantasticks” at Warehouse PAC, 8 p.m., Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – Students and alumni of the Cannon Theater Co. are teaming up with actors and artists across the area to produce “The Fantasticks.” Shows are Aug. 9-11 at 8 p.m. and Sun., Aug. 12th at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15. $10 for seniors, students, and groups. Reservations can be made by emailing tickets@warehousepac.com or calling 704-619-0429. Read a preview in CorneliusNews.net’s The Guide

Live music at Summit Coffee, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson – Live music with Rusty Knox Band. Free. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com.

SUNDAY, AUG. 12

HPC Music Heritage Sunday, 11 a.m. Aug. 12, Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 10500 Beaties Ford Road, Huntersville. Hopewell Presbyterian Church continues the year-long celebration of its 250th anniversary with Music Heritage Sunday, followed by a luncheon. Information: Visit www.hopewellpresbyterian.com.

“The Fantasticks” at Warehouse PAC, 2 p.m., Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – Students and alumni of the Cannon Theater Co. are teaming up with actors and artists across the area to produce “The Fantasticks.” Shows are Aug. 9-11 at 8 p.m. and Sun., Aug. 12th at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15. $10 for seniors, students, and groups. Reservations can be made by emailing tickets@warehousepac.com or calling 704-619-0429. Read a preview in CorneliusNews.net’s The Guide

Carolina Diamonds women’s softball, 5:05 p.m., CMC NorthEast Stadium, Kannapolis – Carolina Diamonds women’s professional softball team hosts USSSA Pride. Also Sunday. Info: http://www.yourcarolinadiamonds.com

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