DavidsonNews.net Guide

For Memorial Day: history, racing, music, ceremonies

Craig Paddock — Thu, 24 May 2012 20:25:23 +0000

Start Memorial Day weekend with a visit back to the 19^th century at Historic Latta Plantation’s Living History Weekend Saturday and Sunday. Race fans can head to Charlotte for Speed Street festivities in advance of Sunday’s Coca Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Actor Mark Sutch will perform the one-man “Under the Lintel” at Warehouse PAC in Cornelius three nights. Meanwhile, there’s plenty of live music to be heard around the area. “Men In Black 3” premieres this weekend, including a midnight show Thursday at Our Town Cinemas in Davidson. See the schedule at right.

And while area schools, government buildings and many businesses will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, American Legion Post 86 will be hosting memorial ceremonies with high school color guards and a 21-gun salute. Read on for all the activities this long weekend.

THURSDAY, MAY 24

Speed Street, noon to 11 p.m., uptown Charlotte – Food Lion Speed Street transforms downtown Charlotte into a motor sports festival, with non-stop entertainment on two stages, appearances by Sprint Cup Drivers, exhibits for all ages and a variety NASCAR show cars and simulators. Schedule and other info: www.600festival.com”

Thursdays on Main concerts, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Veterans Park, Kannapolis – 2012 Thursdays on Main with Soundbarrier . Lunch on site from Old Stone Vino. Info: www.cityofkannapolis.com

Small Business of the Year award, 4 p.m., Lake Norman Camber, 19900 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – For National Small Business Week , the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce will honor a member as Small Business of the Year, as judged by business growth, innovation management and marketing. Info: 704-892-1922 or LakeNormanChamber.com.

Mu Alpha Theta Blood Drive, 2:30 – 5:30 p.m., W.A. Hough High School, 21420 Bailey Road, Cornelius – The school’s math honor society is sponsoring a blood drive with Community Blood Drive of the Carolinas. Students (age 16 and up) and parents are invited to donate. Students may sign up at school, but parents should email jessie.dennis@cms.k12.nc.us for an appointment.

Run with Summit, 5:30 p.m. every Thursday, Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson. Weekly Run with Summit – gather with other runners for a run, followed by beers. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com.

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

Creative Collaborative, 9pm-12am, Kadi Fit, 19725 Oak St, Cornelius. Live music, live art, live performance and more at the Oak Street Mill in downtown Cornelius. For more information visit facebook.com or call 513-293-0569.

Hough baseball vs. E. Forsyth, 7 p.m., E. Forsyth HS, 2500 W. Mountain St., Kernersville – E. Forsyth High School baseball hosts W.A. Hough High from Cornelius in the first game of the state 4A semifinals. See May 23, “Hough baseball beats Mallard Creek, heads to semifinal”Game 2 Friday.

Mark Sutch

“Underneath the Lintel” performance, 8 p.m. May 24, 25 and 26. Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216 Westmoreland St., Suite A, Cornelius – Actor Mark Sutch performs the one-man show “Underneath the Lintel: An Impressive Presentation of Lovely Evidences” by Glen Berger. For tickets, email your name, the date of the performance you wish to attend, and number of tickets to tickets@warehousepac.com. Or call the Warehouse Performing Arts Center Box Office at 704-619-0429. Tickets are $10. More information, underneathcharlotte.squarespace.com

FRIDAY, MAY 25

Speedway Family Track Walk, 11 a.m., Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord – Take the first lap of race weekend at the Coca-Cola Family Track Walk & Summer Cookout. Appearances by drivers Tony Stewart, Greg Biffle, Denny Hamlin, Jeff Burton and NASCAR legend Ned Jarrett, free grilled lunch, refreshments and music during the Summer Cookout. Free with ticket to Sunday’s Coca-Cola 600. Info: charlottemotorspeedway.com

Wine Dinner at Lake Norman Cottage, 6-9pm, Lake Norman Cottage, 200 A North Harbor Place, Davidson. $20 per person includes a light 3-course meal and wines from Italy and California. Please call to make a reservation: 704-237-3629

Party on the Porch, 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

Hough baseball vs. E. Forsyth, 7 p.m., W.A. Hough High School, 12420 Bailey Road, Cornelius – W.A. Hough High hosts E. Forsyth High School in game 2 of the state 4A baseball semifinals. See May 23, “Hough baseball beats Mallard Creek, heads to semifinal” Game 1 Thursday, and game 3 Saturday (if needed) at East Forsyth.

“Underneath the Lintel” performance, 8 p.m. May 24, 25 and 26. Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216 Westmoreland St., Suite A, Cornelius – Mark Sutch performs the one-man show “Underneath the Lintel: An Impressive Presentation of Lovely Evidences” by Glen Berger. For tickets, email your name, the date of the performance you wish to attend, and number of tickets to tickets@warehousepac.com. Or call the Warehouse Performing Arts Center Box Office at 704-619-0429. Tickets are $10. More information, underneathcharlotte.squarespace.com

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

SATURDAY, MAY 26

Davidson Farmer’s Market – 8 a.m.-12 p.m., downtown Davidson, next to Town Hall. The weekly Davidson Farmer’s Market 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.

Living History Weekend, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Historic Latta Plantation, in Latta Plantation Nature Preserve, Sample Road (off Beatties Ford Road, Huntersville – Living History Weekend and Fundraiser: Experience 19th century life as you see living history demonstrations that include open hearth cooking, weaving, woodworking, blacksmithing, and more. Children can make crafts, dance around the maypole, and visit the farm animals. Stay all day and enjoy a hot meal, listen to live music, and enjoy spring on the plantation. $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, $5 for students, ages 5 and under free. Info: lattaplantation.org or 704-875-2312.

State 4A girls soccer championship, 11 a.m., Dail Soccer Stadium, N.C. State University, Raleigh – W.A. Hough High of Cornelius plays Green Hope High of Cary in the North Carolina High School Athletic Association Division 4A state championship game. Hough is No. 2 in the U.S. and Green Hope is No. 1. Read more in our May 23 story, “Huskies top Providence, face Green Hope for state title.” Info and directions to Dail Stadium on gopack.com

Fish Fry Fundraiser, Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., dinner beginning at 4:30, Mount Zion United Methodist Church, 19600 Zion Avenue, Cornelius – Ben Goodson with Boy Scout Troop 10 hosts a Fish Fry Fundraiser. Meal includes fried flounder, baked potato, slaw, hushpuppies, dessert, tea/water/coffee. Proceeds will go toward construction of an outdoor classroom at J.V. Washam Elementary School. Church info: 704-892-8566 or www.mtzionumc.net

Wine Dinner at Lake Norman Cottage, 6-9pm, Lake Norman Cottage, 200 A North Harbor Place, Davidson. $20 per person includes a light 3-course meal and wines from Argentina and California. Please call to make a reservation: 704-237-3629

Hough baseball vs. E. Forsyth, Time TBA, E. Forsyth HS, 2500 W. Mountain St., Kernersville – E. Forsyth High School baseball hosts W.A. Hough High in game 3 of the state 4A semifinals (if needed). See May 23, “Hough baseball beats Mallard Creek, heads to semifinal” Games 1 and 2 of the best-of-three series are Thursday/Friday.

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.

Live music at Galway Hooker, 10 p.m., Galway Hooker Restaurant and Irish Pub, 17044 Kenton Place Drive, Cornelius – Live music every Saturday night beginning at 10 p.m. The weekend, see Kenny Floyd.

SUNDAY, MAY 27

Living History Weekend, 1 to 4 p.m., Historic Latta Plantation, in Latta Plantation Nature Preserve, Sample Road (off Beatties Ford Road, Huntersville – Living History Weekend and Fundraiser: Experience 19th century life as you see living history demonstrations that include open hearth cooking, weaving, woodworking, blacksmithing, and more. Children can make crafts, dance around the maypole, and visit the farm animals. Stay all day and enjoy a hot meal, listen to live music, and enjoy spring on the plantation. $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, $5 for students, ages 5 and under free. Info: lattaplantation.org or 704-875-2312.

Memorial Day at Lake Norman Baptist, 8:30 and 11 a.m. services, Lake Norman Baptist Church, 7921 Sam Furr Road, Huntersville – Memorial Day services that “honor the soldier and glorify the Savior.” Guest speakers Capt. and Mrs. Eugene “Red” McDaniel, USN, from Alexandria, Va., will speak on “Where is God in Our Difficulties?” Vietnam veteran Lt. Luck Patterson, USMC, from Laguna Beach, Calif., will lay a wreath in honor of his brother Lt. Cmdr. Kelly Patterson, USN, who was Capt McDaniel’s Bombardier/Navigator and remains MIA. Plus ” Patriot Stories” from the Church Youth and music. 704-892-0143

Coca-Cola 600, 6:19 p.m., Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord – NASCAR’s Sprint Cup series presents the Coca-Cola 600. It’s NASCAR’s only 600-mile race and a Memorial Day tradition. Info: charlottemotorspeedway.com

MONDAY, MAY 28

Memorial Day, area schools, government buildings and businesses will close in observance of Memorial Day holiday.

Memorial Day celebration. 11 a.m, Cornelius Veterans Monument – The American Legion Post 86 in Cornelius will host a Memorial Day celebration. The event begins at 11 a.m. at the Cornelius Veterans Memorial Monument at Rotary Plaza, on N.C. 115 near Town Hall. For more details, see the DavidsonNews.net story here.

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Sutch performs ‘Underneath the Lintel’ at Warehouse

David Boraks — Wed, 23 May 2012 17:30:48 +0000

Mark Sutch as The Librarian in Glen Berger's "Underneath the Lintel"

Actor Mark Sutch of Davidson brings his self-produced one-man play “Underneath the Lintel: An Impressive Presentation of Lovely Evidences,” to the Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius this weekend. Meanwhile, we also have news of Davidson Community Players’ production of “Crazy for You” June 21-30 and about a “Summer Scene Study” workshop for young adults hosted by Davidson Community Players’ Connie Company. MARK SUTCH IS ‘UNDER THE LINTEL’

Davidson College theater professor Mark Sutch plays the librarian in Glen Berger’s one-man show “Under the Lintel: An Impressive Presentation of Lovely Evidences” Thursday to Saturday at 8 p.m. at Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216 Westmoreland Road, Cornelius.

The acclaimed play portrays an idiosyncratic Dutch librarian’s mad quest for the man who returned a book 113 years overdue. It follows the librarian’s gripping, mysterious and hilarious pursuit through Holland, Australia, New York, and Beijing, and ventures into moving examinations of love, faith, and the question of whether individuals can actually make a mark on the world.

This will be the Charlotte-area premiere of “Underneath the Lintel,” though it has been performed in more than 55 cities in eight countries, and played more than 400 performances Off-Broadway in 2001. The play was one of Time Out New York’s Ten Best Plays of 2001, won the 2001 L.A. Ovation Award, and won the 2004 Edmonton Sterling Award for Best Play.

Mark Sutch

On sabbatical from Davidson this spring, Sutch took advantage of a performance agreement with the Actors’ Equity Association and a generous research grant from Davidson to present the solo show. He decided to self-produce, which has entailed booking venues, securing rights, organizing publicity, locating props and costumes, rehearsing, directing, and designing the play.

Taking on such a tremendous amount of the job will allow him to offer tickets to a professional-quality piece of theatre for about the cost of a movie ticket—$10 per person.

Sutch has taught acting, directing and script analysis at Davidson since joining the faculty in 2006. He has also directed productions at the college of Dark Ride, Women Beware Women, Hamlet, Leading Ladies, Into the Woods, and Romeo and Juliet. He has also worked with local companies such as the Actors’ Theatre of Charlotte and the Burning Coal Theatre Company, where he is a company member.

Before coming to Davidson, he spent five years as Artistic Associate at Rhode Island’s Trinity Repertory Company, where he appeared in several productions and directed productions of Suddenly Last Summer, A Christmas Carol, Macbeth, The Comedy of Errors, and The Two Gentlemen of Verona. He also served as Producing Director of the Trinity Summer Shakespeare Project, which toured throughout the northeast.

Mr. Sutch performed the show last weekend at Carolina Actors Studio Theatre (CAST) in Charlotte. For reservations and information about this weekend’s performances at Warehouse PAC, call 704-619-0429. Reservations for all performances are also available at www.underneathcharlotte.squarespace.com.

Warehouse PAC is at 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., off U.S. 21/Statesville Road.

Also coming up at Warehouse PAC:

Car Craze comedy plays – Warehouse PAC presents its 2nd annual comedy play festival, May 31 – June 9, with shows Thursdays to Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sunday, June 3, 2 p.m. Seven short plays, directed by Marla Brown and Della Freedman. Tickets – $20 Seniors/Students/Groups – $15 Reservations: tickets@warehousepac.com or 704-619-0429. More info: http://www.warehousepac.com/Site/Productions.html

‘CRAZY FOR YOU’ COMING IN JUNE

Davidson Community Players will present the Gershwin classic “Crazy for You” June 21 to 30 at Davidson College’s Duke Family Performance Hall.

Described as a high-energy comedy with mistaken identity, plot twists, fabulous dance numbers and classic Gershwin music, it tells the story of Bobby Child, a 1930s playboy whose dream in life is to dance. Despite the efforts of his mother and soon-to-be-ex-fiancée, Bobby achieves his dream. It includes memorable Gershwin tunes such as “I Got Rhythm,” “They Can’t Take That Away From Me,” “Embraceable You” and “Someone to Watch Over Me.”

Davidson Community Players’ artistic director Melissa Ohlman-Roberge directs the show, with musical direction by John Smith and choreography by Emily Hunter and Felicia Davis.

Shows are June 21-23 and 28-30 at 8 p.m. and June 24 and 30 at 2 p.m. Info and tickets: www.davidsoncommunityplayers.org.

SUMMER SCENE STUDY

Davidson Community Player’s the Connie Company is offering a new summer scene study class for young adults ages 19-25. This new adult class offers training for both experienced and inexperienced actors who are interested in developing their skills as actors. Classes meet from 5:15-6:45 beginning June 4th through July 30th and will take place at Armour Street Theatre, 307 Armour Street in Davidson.

Summer Scene Study is a fee-based eight week course which focuses on building confidence and acting technique in a safe and collaborative environment. Actors will work on scenes of various genres as a vehicle for building skills in character development, stage presence, physical and vocal dexterity and knowledge of personal style. Both inexperienced and experienced actors are encouraged to participate. Actors will work alongside their peers on exercises designed for actors to use on their own during rehearsal processes in community or professional theatres. Course is led by Brianna Smith, Davidson Community Player’s Education Coordinator.

Included in the one-time course fee of $80 are eight 1½ hour classes with time for both individual and group work, and one ticket to each of DCP’s summer shows, Crazy For You and Rumors. Registration is available by calling (704)267-6045 or emailing Brianna Smith at brianna@davidsoncommunityplayers.org.

In addition, Davidson Community Players is also offering a full range of summer camps for children of all ages. Register for summer at www.d-recs.org. Details for the Adult Summer Scene Study and all summer camps are available thru the DCP office at 704-892-7953.

Town boards, Holocaust museum, music & playoffs

David Boraks — Mon, 21 May 2012 19:08:34 +0000

"Men in Black 3" opens this week. Our Town Cinemas has a midnight show Thursday.

Public meetings in Cornelius, Davidson and Mooresville are on the calendar this week, along with playoff games for the W.A. Hough High School soccer and baseball teams. Community School of Davidson hosts its 5th annual student-designed “Holocaust Memorial Museum.” It’s Living History Weekend Saturday and Sunday at Historic Latta Plantation in Huntersville and there’s plenty of local music on the schedule, too. Read on for the details, or click our day-by-day calendar at right. The other highlight this weekend is the premiere of “Men In Black 3,” including a midnight show Thursday at Our Town Cinemas in Davidson. See the schedule at right.

MONDAY, MAY 21

Coffee with Commissioner Bradford, 9:30 – 10:45 a.m., Acropolis Restaurant, 20659 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Cornelius Town Commissioner John Bradford will hold his monthly Cornelius Coffee Chat. Mayor Jeff Tarte and Town Manager, Anthony Roberts, will attend as special guests. Commissioner Bradford holds his monthly meeting on the third Monday of each month (same time and location). Open to all Cornelius residents.

Twitter and business, 3 p.m., Lake Norman Chamber conference room, 19900 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Kevin Smith of McBryde Website Design hosts the next session in a series on growing your business on the internet. Free to Lake Norman Chamber members. Info: lakenormanchamber.org

Cornelius Town Board, 6 p.m., Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Cornelius Town Board regular meeting. At 6 p.m. in Room 204, the board will discuss the 2012-13 budget. At 7 p.m. in the commissioner chamber, Town Manager Anthony Roberts will present his proposed budget. The board also will hold a public hearing and vote on proposed changes to the sign ordinance, and hold a public hearing on a proposed town Pedestrian Plan. The agenda also includes discussion of elected officials’ terms and a closed session to discuss a personnel matter and possible real estate purchase. Agenda and related documents on the town website.

Mooresville Town Board, 6 p.m., 413 N. Main St., Mooresville – Mooresville Town Board regular meeting. Agenda includes discussion of 2012-13 town budget, approval of contracts for site work and construction of a fire training facility, and consideration of proposed changes in the interlocal agreement with Davidson governing the MI-Connection Communications System. Agenda on the town website (Word document) Background on the cable issue: May 19, 2012, “Towns eye changing cable system ownership agreement.”

TUESDAY, MAY 22

Small Business Week seminar, 9 a.m., Lake Norman Chamber, 19900 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Small Business seminar presented by SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) and the Small Business Administration on “I Survived, Now What?” Learn Positioning Your business for growth, strategic planning, planning your financials to get ready to borrow. RSVP – Space Limited. Free to Lake Norman Chamber members. Info on LakeNormanChamber.org.

Davidson Town Board, 6 p.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St., Davidson – Monthly Town Board work session. Agenda includes consideration of a revised agreement with Mooresville governing their jointly-owned MI-Connection Communications System. Also: discussion of the 2012-13 budget, a presentation by consultant Kathleen Rose on a new economic development plan for the town, and updates on the Davidson Design for Life health study program and North Mecklenburg Crime Stoppers. Davidson Town Board agenda on the town website. Background on the cable issue: May 19, 2012, “Towns eye changing cable system ownership agreement.”

Charlotte Mecklenburg School Board, 6 p.m., Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, Room 267, Charlotte — Regular meeting of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education. Agenda includes a public hearing on proposed amendments to Policy GCOB and vote on the approval of the amendments. The Board will also vote on construction and real estate consent items, a resolution authorizing the disposal of surplus school property by way of online bid, the approval of local option goals for Hawthorne High, and citizen appointments to the CPCC Board of Trustees and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Planning Commission. View the full agenda.

W.A. Hough High School awards night, 6:30 – 8 p.m., W.A. Hough High School, 12420 Bailey Road, Cornelius – The school hosts an awards night for students in grades 9-12, and honors its first senior class. In the school auditorium.

Hough baseball vs. Mallard Creek, 7 p.m., Mallard Creek High School, 3825 Johnston Oehler Road, Charlotte – Hough baseball vs. Mallard Creek in the next round of the NCHSAA Division 4A baseball playoffs. Download the latest baseball tournament bracket (PDF) on the NCHSAA website.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 23

Coffee with the principal, 9 a.m., Roxy’s Coffee and Wine Coffee House, 9606 Bailey Road – Cornelius Elementary Principal James Garvin will hold his Principal’s Coffee Roundtable at the coffee shop. The event was pushed back a week because of the school’s EOG testing schedule.

Community School of Davidson ‘Holocaust Museum’, 5 p.m., Community School of Davidson, 565 Griffith St., Davidson – Sixth graders at Community School of Davidson Middle School invite the public to view the 5th annual Holocaust Memorial Museum. After research, the students have transformed the whole building into a Holocaust museum. Free, appropriate for those 12 and over. CSDNC.org

Davidson Toastmasters, 6:30-7:45 p.m. every Wednesday, Lake Norman YMCA, 21300 Davidson St., Cornelius – Guests welcome to the weekly gathering of the Davidson Toastmasters, whose members practice public speaking and leadership skills in a motivating and encouraging environment. Information: Visit davidson.toastmastersclubs.org.

State 4A girls’ soccer semifinal, 7 p.m., W.A. Hough High School, 12420 Bailey Road, Cornelius – Hough girls soccer vs. Providence in NCHSAA 4A state playoff semifinal. Download the latest soccer tournament bracket (PDF) on the NCHSAA website.

Live music at Flatiron Kitchen, 8-10 p.m., Flatiron Kitchen + Taphouse, 215 S. Main St., Davidson – Live music Mike Alicke. 704-237-3246.

THURSDAY, MAY 24

Mu Alpha Theta Blood Drive, 2:30 – 5:30 p.m., W.A. Hough High School, 21420 Bailey Road, Cornelius – The school’s math honor society is sponsoring a blood drive with Community Blood Drive of the Carolinas. Students (age 16 and up) and parents are invited to donate. Students may sign up at school, but parents should email jessie.dennis@cms.k12.nc.us for an appointment.

Small Business of the Year Awards, 4 p.m., Lake Norman Camber, 19900 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – For National Small Business Week , the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce will honor a member as Small Business of the Year, as judged by business growth, innovation management and marketing. Info: 704-892-1922 or LakeNormanChamber.com.

Run with Summit, 5:30 p.m. every Thursday, Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson. Weekly Run with Summit – gather with other runners for a run, followed by beers. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com.

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

FRIDAY, MAY 25

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

SATURDAY, MAY 26

SUNDAY, MAY 27

MONDAY, MAY 28

Memorial Day, area schools, government buildings and businesses will close in observance of Memorial Day holiday.

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Davidson graduation, outdoor music, local food events

David Boraks — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:05:14 +0000

Outdoor concerts are on the schedule this weekend, with an ’80s Night in the Park at Bailey Road Park Saturday night and a Davidson Concert on the Green Sunday night. Indoors, the North Mecklenburg Community Chorus has “Bella Notte,” three nights of Italian-inspired music. Two days of grueling running – if you can call it that – are ahead during the Warrior Dash at Rural Hill Farm in Huntersville. The weekend also brings lots of other live music, Davidson College graduation events, and a day of sailing for special needs people Saturday at the NC Sailing & Rowing Center. The Davidson-Cornelius Child Development Center 5K and local food picnic is Saturday morning in downtown Davidson, when the Davidson Farmer’s Market also will be open nearby next to Town Hall.

Other local food events include: “Cooking with Chef Vera Samuels” at Wooden Stone Gallery in Davidson Sunday, and a “Riot in the Pasture” farm-to-fork meal Sunday afternoon at Hoffner Organic Farm, east of Mooresville.

Mt. Zion United Methodist Church celebrates its 185th anniversary on Sunday. And Cornelius customers of Electricities should remember that power will be out to replace equipment for about eight hours ending Sunday morning.

Details below, or in our day-by-day calendar at right. And check out the movie showtimes at right for Our Town Cinemas, wehre “Dark Shadows” and the “The Dictator” are among the offerings.

THURSDAY, MAY 17

Veterans museum grand opening, 9 a.m., Welcome Home Veterans Living Military Museum at Richard’s Coffee Shop, 165 N. Main St., Mooresville – Grand opening weekend of the new veterans museum. Today’s events include 10 a.m. arrival of the weekend’s guest of honor, author and Bronze Star winner Joseph L. Galloway, who will arrive by motorcycle escort. That’s followed at 11 a.m. by a ribbon cutting. He’ll be signing copies of his books all weekend. 704-663-0488 or www.welcomehomeveteran.org. See also our preview, Grand opening for veterans museum at Richard’s Coffee”

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Trustees, Noon, Dickson Board Room, 3rd floor, Main Library 310 N. Tryon St., Charlotte – Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Board of Trustees regular board meeting. Agenda on the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library website, CMLibrary.org.

Run with Summit, 5:30 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson. Weekly Run with Summit, gather with other runners for a run, followed by beers. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com.

Summit Songwriters Showcase, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson – Summit Songwriters Showcase. With Jamie Kay, Ang Medlin, Mike Davis. Opening act: Don Eidman. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 18

Race City Festival music night, 5-10 p.m., John Franklin Moore Park, Main St. and Center Ave., Mooresville – 2012 Race City Festival opening night music: Matter of Fact, Rare Form, Loose Change & From a Seed will all perform. Bring your blanket or chair and sit outside for an evening of awesome music. No coolers or alcoholic beverages allowed. For information and details please contact the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce at 704-664-3898. Free.

Freckled Dog and live music at Summit, Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson – 5-9 p.m., Freckled Dog Pub weekly neighborhood gathering for beers and conversation. 8-11 p.m., live music with Billy Jones and The Pocket. Free. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com.

Wine Dinner at Lake Norman Cottage, 6-9pm, Lake Norman Cottage, 200 A North Harbor Pl., Davidson. The wine dinner is $20 per person and includes a light 3-course meal with wines from Chile, Argentina,and California. Please call for a reservation: 704-237-3629.

Party on the Porch, 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

DES Family Movie Night, 7 p.m., Davidson Elementary School, 635 South St., Davidson – Family Movie Night and End-of-Grade Test Survival Celebration. All students and families invited. With food vendors, games, and outdoor play. Bring balls, flying discs and games. Movie starts around 8:15.

Bella Notte with N. Meck Community Chorus, 7:30 p.m., Huntersville United Methodist Church, 14005 Stumptown Road, Huntersville. The North Mecklenburg Community Chorus will perform Italian-inspired music made popular by American singers. Tickets: $12.50 per person, includes coffee and dessert. Tickets available by calling 704-644-7368. More information also available online at www.nmcchorus.org. (Also Saturday and Sunday)

Jazz concert, 9 p.m., Hayes Amphitheater, Alvarez College Union, Davidson College – Free outdoor jazz “Senior Soiree” performed by seniors in the Davidson College Jazz Ensemble. 704-894-2848.

SATURDAY, MAY 19

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

Day Care 5K/Fun Run and local food fest, 8 a.m., Davidson Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road, Davidson – Davidson Cornelius Child Development Center 5K and fun run. Fun run 8 a.m., 5K 8:30 a.m., followed by Farm-to-Fork Taste-Nic (think “picnic”) 10 a.m. Proceeds benefit the local all-income day care center. Sign up online here

Davidson Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., downtown Davidson, next to Town Hall. The weekly Davidson Farmer’s Market market. Local farmers and vendors selling meats, produce, dairy products, baked goods, and other items. This week’s market also features a used book sale organized by Woodlawn School junior Annie Wacker to benefit Cornelius Animal Shelter. Runs every Saturday through November. Information: Visit www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org.

Used book sale, 8-noon, Davidson Farmer’s Market, next to Town Hall, 216 S. Main St., Davidson – Annie Wacker, a junior at Woodlawn School, will be having a used book sale at the Davidson Farmer’s Market. Proceeds will go to the Cornelius Animal Shelter. Info:
aewacker@gmail.com

Race City Festival, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., downtown Mooresville – 2012 Race City Festival. A racing-themed outdoor street fair along Main & Broad Streets. Food, entertainment, rain or shine. South Stage music at Main St. and Center Ave. includes Spongecake and the Fluff Ramblers, Heartbeat, Rusty Knox & Rare Form. For information and details please contact the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce at 704-664-3898. Free.

Warrior Dash at Rural Hill, 9 a.m. Sat.-Sun., May 19-20, Historic Rural Hill Farm, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville. The Warrior Dash tests athletes with 14 obstacles over a five-kilometer course. Up to 500 runners will take to the course every half-hour during the two-day event, which also features live music, food and beer. For more information or to register, visit www.warriordash.com.

Senior Saturdays: Hospital to Home, 10 to 11 a.m., Presbyterian Hospital Huntersville, Community Room, 10030 Gilead Road, Huntersville (off Exit 23) – Senior Saturdays workshop on “Hospital to Home” by Faye Freeze, RN, ACM, Presbyterian Hospital Case Manager. What should you do after being discharged from the hospital? Learn valuable tips and information that can help you regain your strength and health after you are discharged from the hospital.” Free. To register, call 704-316-3872. Light refreshments will be served.

Sailors with Special Needs, Noon-4 p.m., N.C. Sailing & Rowing Center, Blythe Landing Park, Huntersville – Cornelius PARC Department and Huntersville Parks & Recreation Department, in conjunction with the NC Community Sailing and Rowing Center, will offer a day of sailing for people with special needs because of cognitive/neurological disabilities. Volunteers offer 30 to 60 minute “Navigational Expeditions” aboard 19-foot Flying Scot Sailboats. Register by Friday, May 18. Rain Date Sunday, May 20. Information and registration: contact Trina Roeder, Special Needs Programs Coordinator for Cornelius PARC and Huntersville Parks and Recreation: 704-892-6031 ext. 162 or email troeder@cornelius.org.

West Branch wetland walk, 2 p.m., West Branch Wetland Nature Preserve, east Davidson – Davidson Lands Conservancy will lead a guided tour of the West Branch Wetland Nature Preserve, a 91-acre area with one of the most important wetlands in Mecklenburg County. The hike will be about about 2 miles and last about three hours. Minimum age 6; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required at wetlandhike.eventbrite.com. More info: www.davidsonlands.org. Directions and other details will be sent Friday morning to those registered. See also our Earth Day 2009 audio slide show with DLC’s Roy Alexander leading a previous wetland walk.

ROTC commissioning, 2 p.m., Davidson College Sloan Music Center, Tyler-Tallman Hall – Davidson College invites the public to a speech by Major General Stephen R. Lanza at the commissioning of four Davidson ROTC seniors as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army. Lanza is the U.S. Army’s Chief of Public Affairs and is responsible for all communication issues involving the professional development of military and civilian public affairs personnel. For more info call 704-894-2165 or email rinash@davidson.edu.

Davidson Baccalaureate service, 4:45 p.m., Davidson College Baker Sports Complex – Davidson College graduation weekend Baccalaureate service. College Chaplain Rev. Rob Spach will deliver the sermon. For more information, call 704-894-2201.

Davidson Chorale concert, 7:15 p.m., Davidson College Presbyterian Church, Main Street and Concord Road, Davidson – Davidson College Chorale sings its annual “Farewell to Seniors” concert. Senior members of the group will be honored, as well as all members of the graduating class. Free. For more information call 704-894-2848.

80s Night in the Park, 7:30 – 10 p.m., Bailey Road Park, 11536 Bailey Road, Cornelius – The Cornelius PARC Department hosts a free, family-friendly musical flashback evening with the band Joystick. Prizes awarded for best dressed. Concessions provided by Bruster’s Ice Cream, Nathan’s Hot Dogs, and Heart2Heart Bakery & Cafe. More information: http://www.cornelius.org/parc/special-events/concert-series Presented by MI-Connection

Too Wet to Plow, at Summit, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., Davidson – Live music with Too Wet to Plow, a local old-time string music combo. Free. Information: 704-895-9090 or visit www.summitcoffee.com.

Cornelius power interruption, Midnight to about 8 a.m. Sunday – Cornelius customers of Electricities will be without power for about 8 hours overnight while the company replaces a transformer on Zion Avenue. See May 7, 2012, “Electricities plans power outage to replace equipment”

SUNDAY, MAY 20

DCPC 8:30 service only, 8:30 a.m., Davidson College Presbyterian Church, Main Street and Concord Road – Because of Davidson College graduation at 9:30, the church will have only one worship service. Rev. Lib McGregor Simmons will preach at 8:30 a.m. in the sanctuary. The service will be recorded and broadcast on WDAV-FM (89.9) at 11 a.m. No Sunday School today.

Davidson College graduation, 9:30 a.m., Davidson College campus, under the oaks in front of Chambers Hall – Davidson College 2012 Commencement. The faculty in full academic regalia and the Class of 2012 will process from Chambers Building beginning at 9:30 a.m. Free. In case of bad weather, the ceremony will move to Baker Sports Complex. For more information, call 704-894-2201. Watch live video of the ceremony at 9:50 a.m. at http://www.davidson.edu/live/

Hopewell Presbyterian picnic, 10:30 a.m. May 20, Latta Plantation, Huntersville. Huntersville. Hopewell Presbyterian Church continues the year-long celebration of its 250th anniversary with a picnic on the grounds of the Latta Plantation. Information: Visit www.hopewellpresbyterian.com.

Mt. Zion 185th anniversary celebration, 11 a.m., Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 19600 Zion Ave., Cornelius – The curch celebrates its 185th anniversary. During the 11 a.m. service, a bagpiper will play, and after the service, the congregation will gather on the lawn for fellowship. Families are invited to bring picnic lunches, and there will be games for children.

Memorial for teacher Mark DeSarro, 2 p.m., Hough High School, 12420 Bailey Road, Cornelius – A memorial service honoring Bailey Middle School 7th Grade Science Teacher, Mark DeSarro. The service will be held in the auditorium at Hough High School. A reception will follow in the Hough cafeteria.

Cooking with chef Vera Samuels, 2-4:30 p.m. May 20, Wooden Stone Gallery, 445 S. Main St., Davidson. This month’s theme is preparing Spanish tapas — Tiny flavor-packed morsels served on small plates. In this class, you’ll get an introduction on techniques for preparing everything from light finger foods to heartier small bites. Join us as we share classic recipes full of fresh ingredients and seasonal flavors that are perfect for spring! On the menu will be Zucchini Fritters with Pine Nut Dipping Sauce, Roasted Bell Pepper Salad, Rosemary Skewers with Swordfish and Bacon, Spanish Tortilla with Chorizo, Sauteed Chicken with Crispy Garlic Slices, and Churros with Chocolate Dipping Sauce. Register online at the Wooden Stone Gallery website.

Bella Notte with N. Meck Community Chorus, 3 p.m., Huntersville United Methodist Church, 14005 Stumptown Road, Huntersville. The North Mecklenburg Community Chorus will perform Italian-inspired music made popular by American singers. Tickets: $12.50 per person, includes coffee and dessert. Tickets available by calling 704-644-7368. More information also available online at www.nmcchorus.org (Also Friday and Saturday)

Local food “Riot in the Pasture”, 3-7 p.m., Hoffner Organic Farms, 1030 Kerr Mill Road, near Sloan Park, off NC 150 between Mooresville and Salisbury – Local food advocacy group Bread Riot holds “Riot in the Pasture,” a farm-to-fork meal and day of activities built around local food. Tickers $17 adults, $8 children. Info: http://www.breadriot.org/

Film: Media images of women, 4 p.m., The Lodge, Woodlawn School, Presbyterian Road, off NC 115 north of Davidson – Screening of the documentary “Miss Representation,” about how the media portrays women in the US and the effect on men and women, boys and girls. 90 min. Free. Some graphic material, may not be appropriate for younger viewers. RSVP requested, at lberl@woodlawnschool.org.

Concert on the Green, 6-8 p.m., Davidson Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road, Davidson – Concert on the Green with Rough Draft. The band plays a variety of music, from Elvis and the Temptations to Prince and the Doobie Brothers. Bring a chair or blanket and a picnic. Free.

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’80s night Saturday kicks off Concerts in the Park

David Boraks — Thu, 17 May 2012 11:18:01 +0000

Kids danced at last year's 80s Night in the Park. (Christina Ritchie Rogers/CorneliusNews.net)

CORNELIUS – Cornelius Parks, Arts, Recreation and Culture opens its 2012 Summer Concerts in the Park Series Saturday, May 19, with ’80s Night in the Park featuring the band Joystick. Gates open at 7 p.m. at the Bailey Road Park BandShell, with music at 7:30.

The summer series includes three more concerts: Symphony Night in the Park with fireworks, Beach Bash in the Park, and Country Night in the Park. All concerts feature activities for children as well as food and ice cream. Coolers are welcome, but no pets, alcohol, smoking, glass containers or open flames. Parking and admission are free.

2012 Summer Concerts in the Park

Bailey Road Park, 11536 Bailey Road, Cornelius

May 19, ’80s Night in the Park, gates open at 7 p.m., Joystick plays at 7:30.

June 30, Symphony in the Park gates open 6 p.m. Prelude performance at 7 p.m. by Kyle Cummings. At 8:15 p.m., Charlotte Symphony Orchestra – Celebrate America. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.

July 28, Beach Bash in the Park, 7pm gates open, 7:30 p.m. Big Time Party Band.

Aug. 18, Country Night in the Park, 7 p.m. gates open, 7:30 p.m. Chris Lane band

More information: http://www.cornelius.org/parc/special-events/concert-series

Rough Draft plays Concert on the Green Sunday

David Boraks — Wed, 16 May 2012 16:10:24 +0000

Rough Draft, a variety band whose playlist ranges from Elvis and the Temptations to Prince and the Doobie Brothers, plays the next Davidson Concert on the Green this Sunday night.

The free concert is 6-8 p.m. on the Davidson Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road, Davidson. Bring a chair or blanket and a picnic.

See a full Concerts on the Green schedule below.

More about Rough Draft on the web.

CONCERTS ON THE GREEN

Concerts on the Green run 6-8 p.m. every first and third Sunday of the month on the Davidson Village Green May through September. Here’s the rest of the 2012 schedule:

May 20 – Rough Draft (Motown / Dance & more)
June 3 – The Dickens (reggae & more)
June 10 – Band of Oz (beach)
June 17 – Lake Norman Big Band (big band swing)
July 1 – Shaggie Maggie (variety)
July 15 – The BackBeat (Beatles Tribute)
Aug. 5 – The Stranger (Billy Joel Tribute)
Aug. 19 – The Rusty Knox Band (Americana)
Sept. 2 – Sunday Union Band (variety)
Sept. 16 – Davidson College Symphony and Jazz Ensemble (classical & jazz)

More info: ConcertsontheGreen.com.