Mike Santoro is lead vocalist for The Stranger, a Billy Joel Tribute that plays a Concert on the Green Sunday.

This weekend’s fun starts at midnight Thursday, when “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2″ opens at area theaters. Stop by Char-Grill in a Harry Potter costume and get a free “magic milkshake” and other prizes for correctly answering trivia questions. In Cornelius, poet Bonita Knott will be at the Warehouse on Friday and Saturday. The Mooresville Habitat for Humanity ReStore Community Fest is on Saturday and includes a yard sale, business expo and farmer’s market. And The Stranger, a Billy Joel tribute band, will be playing a Davidson Concert on the Green Sunday.

Also, at right on this page, see our movie show times listings for Our Town Cinemas where “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2″ opens, joining “Zookeeper,” “Larry Crowne,” “Transformers: Dark of the Moon,” and “Cars 2.”

THURSDAY, JULY 14

Story Hour at Main Street Books, 10 a.m., Main Street Books, 126 S. Main St., Davidson – Story Time, for children 1-5. Stories, songs and lots of fun. Free. Also July 28.

Blood Drive, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Ben & Jerry’s, 202 S. Main St., Davidson – All donors will be treated to ice cream at the drive and will receive a coupon for a free pint of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, a free Red Cross t-shirt and a chance to win a $3,000 gift card. For appointments, call 1-800-REDCROSS or visit redcrossblood.org.

Harry Potter Day, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Char-Grill, Davidson Commons shopping center, Griffith and Jetton streets – Char-Grill is teaming up with Our Town Cinemas to celebrate the premiere of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2.” Harry Potter Day includes a free “magic milkshake” for anyone in costume, chocolate frogs for correctly answering Harry Potter trivia, and other giveaways. 704-896-8710.

Redistricting Advisory Committee, 10 a.m., Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center, Room CH-14, 600 E. Fourth St., Charlotte – Special meeting of the Mecklenburg County Redistricting Advisory Committee.

Bilingual Storytime: Spanish, 11:15 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Children will learn the basics of the Spanish language through songs, stories and hands-on activities. Special emphasis is placed on language development and repetition. For ages 3-5. Info: 704-416-3800.

Patio-palooza, 6:30 p.m., Hickory Tavern, 9526 Birkdale Crossings Dr., Huntersville – Live acoustic music by Early Ray on the patio. Info: 704-897-8490.

Food Policy Council, 6:30-8 p.m., Governmental Center, 625 Church St. South, Concord – Meeting of the Cabarrus County Food Policy Council. For more information, call 704-920-2206.

Greenways, Bikeways and Trails Board, 7 p.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St., Davidson – Regular meeting of the Greenways, Bikeways and Trails Advisory Board. Agenda includes discussion of trail projects, trail and greenway way-finding signage, and potential grant for extension of Kincaid Greenway. Info: 704-940-9621. See the agenda on our Real Estate & Home page.

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

Harry Potter movie premiere, midnight, Our Town Cinemas, 227 Griffith St., Davidson – Opening screening of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2.” Harry, Ron, and Hermione return to Hogwarts to find and destroy Voldemort’s final horcruxes, but when Voldemort finds out about their mission, a battle begins. Screenings continue all weekend. Up to date movie times at right. For reservations: 704-237-3235 or ourtowncinemas.com

FRIDAY, JULY 15

Preschool Storytime, 10:15 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – 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. Info: 704-416-4000.

Toddler Storytime, 11 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. Info: 704-416-4000.

RockBus Concert Series: O.A.R., 5:30 p.m., Prohibition, 200 N. Tryon St., Charlotte – Meet up at Prohibition for a little pre-partying, then hop on the shuttle to see OAR at the NC Music Factory. Cost is $15 and includes transportation to and from Uptown Amphitheatre at The Music Factory, a few cold ones on the way to the show, and FREE cover back into Prohibition after the concert. Email Rich@RockHouseEvents.com if interested.

Bonita Knott at the Warehouse, 7 p.m., The Warehouse, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – Poet Bonita Knott presents “From the thorn of rejection to the rose of Restoration.” Tickets are $18. For reservations, call 704-230-7598 or email scribestudio@gmail.com. See a 4-minute video interview and preview with Ms. Knott,  CLICK HERE »

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

Live music at River City, 9 p.m., River City Bar and Grill, 155 Pinnacle Ln., Mooresville – Live music: Piedmont Boys. $5 cover. Info: 704-660-9797.

Live music at The Wine Cellar, 9 p.m., The Wine Cellar, 19712 One Norman Boulevard (next to Starbucks) – Live music with Mason Bissett & Billy Jones. No cover.

SATURDAY, JULY 16

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. DavidsonNews.net is pleased to be a media partner of the Davidson Farmers Market.

Community Fest, 8 a.m.-noon, Our Towns Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 121 Norman Station, Mooresville – Features a community yard sale, farmer’s market and community business expo. For more information, call Amy DeCaron at 704-896-8957 ext. 109 or email her at amy@ourtownshabitat.org.

White Cane Fund Drive, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Harris Teeter, 19815 North Cove Road, Cornelius – The Cornelius/Lake Norman Lions Club will be conducting a White Cane Fund Drive/Used Eyeglass Collection at the Jetton Village Harris Teeter. The White Cane Fund is used to provide various services to the visually impaired throughout North Carolina, the United States and the World. Info: 704-962-7576

Latta Fun Horse Show, 10 a.m., Latta Equestrian Center, 6201 Sample Rd., Huntersville – Latta Equestrian Center’s open horse show. Admission is free for spectators. Info at www.lattaequestriancenter.com.

NC State Symbols Day, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Charlotte Nature Museum, 1658 Sterling Rd., Charlotte – July’s Creature Feature celebrates what makes the Tar Heel State unique by taking a closer look at its state symbols. Info: charlottenaturemuseum.org

Cold Blooded Encounters, 2 p.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – This educational program will include appearances by 8-12 animals and a question and answer session. You will also have the opportunity to touch some of the animals. Info: 704-416-3800.

Rock at the Dock, 6 p.m., Queens Landing, 1459 River Hwy, Mooresville – Live cage fights with live music by Beyond the Fade, a tomato throw, a bikini contest and a hot dog eating contest. General admission is $35 and front row seating is $60. Details: therockmma.com

Bonita Knott at the Warehouse, 7 p.m., The Warehouse, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – Poet Bonita Knott presents “From the thorn of rejection to the rose of Restoration.” Tickets are $18. For reservations, call 704-230-7598 or email scribestudio@gmail.com.

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

Live music at Unleashed, 9 p.m., Unleashed Nightclub, 20924 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius – Live music: Young MC. Doors open at 9 p.m. Info: 704-655-2621.

Live music at Miciah’s, 9 p.m., Miciah’s Speak Easy, 229 Medical Park Rd., Mooresville – Live music: Josey Wails Band. Info: 704-799-0095.

Live music at The Wine Cellar, 9 p.m., The Wine Cellar, 19712 One Norman Boulevard (next to Starbucks) – Live music with The Atlas Shrug Project. No cover.

Live music at Amos’ at the Lake, 9:45 p.m., Amos’ at the Lake, 19501 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Live music: Tim Clark Band. Info: 704-895-6875.

SUNDAY, JULY 17

Fisher Farm Park Maintenance, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Fisher Farm Park, 21215 Shearer Rd., Davidson – Maintenance at Fisher Farm to include clearing debris and sediment, fixing muddy spots and trimming back the field sections.

Concert on the Green, 6-8 p.m., Davidson Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road in front of Davidson library – Featuring music by The Stranger (Billy Joel tribute band). Free.  Bring a blanket and a picnic.

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"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2," the last film in the series, opens with a midnight show Thursday at Our Town Cinemas in Davidson and other theaters.

Our week begins with meetings – Lake Norman Marine Commission Monday, and both the Mecklenburg County Commission and Davidson Town Board Tuesday. On Wednesday, don’t be alarmed when you hear the McGuire Nuclear Station sirens being tested at 11:50 a.m. On Thursday, there’s a blood drive at Ben & Jerry’s, where donors receive a coupon for a free pint of ice cream. Bonita Knott, “the barefoot poet,” performs Friday and Saturday at Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius. On Saturday, the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Mooresville hosts a Community Fest with yard sale, farmer’s market and community business expo. 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 “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2″ opens, joining “Zookeeper,” “Larry Crowne,” “Transformers: Dark of the Moon,” and “Cars 2.” Our Town Cinemas has a midnight show Thursday to open the film, and

MONDAY, JULY 11

Char-Grill Grand Opening, 5-7 p.m., Char-Grill, 624 Jetton St., Davidson – Grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Char-Grill restaurant, in Davidson Commons (Harris Teeter) shopping center, Griffith and Jetton Streets, Davidson. View details and menu at chargrilldavidson.com.

Cornelius Planning Board, 6:30-9 p.m., Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Regular Cornelius Planning Board meeting. Info: cornelius.org

Art class at Lake Norman Cottage, 6:30pm, Lake Norman Cottage, 200-A N. Harbor Place, Davidson. $35 per person. No experience or talent needed! We provide the brushes, canvas, paints & the local art teacher. Come enjoy the fun with a glass of wine in one hand, paintbrush in the other. Call 704-237-3629 for more details.

Torrence Creek Elementary meeting with county officials, 6:30 p.m., Torrence Creek Elementary School, 14550 Ranson Road, Huntersville – County officials will meet with parents to discuss county construction plans, which do not include Torrence Creek. District 1 County Commissioner Karen Bentley, County Commission Chair Jennifer Roberts, county finance officials. Background here.

Lake Norman Marine Commission, 7 p.m., Charles Mack Citizens Center, 215 N. Main St., Mooresville – Monthly Lake Norman Marine Commission meeting, with 2012 budget approvals, reports on lake enforcement, lake discharge problems, buoy and rafting permits. Full agenda on the commission website.

Monday Night Church, 7 p.m., Grace Covenant Church, 17301 Statesville Rd., Cornelius – For those who seek a casual setting or can’t make it to church on Sunday. Coffee and socializing begin at 6:30 p.m. The service begins at 7 p.m. Details: www.mondaynightchurch.org

Mac & Cheese Eating Contest, 8 p.m., Whiskey Warehouse, 1221 The Plaza, Charlotte – 12-minute battle to consume as much of Whiskey Warehouse’s signature Macaroni & Cheese as possible. Place wagers on favorite contestant in hopes of winning prizes. All donations and wagers will go directly to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Email agiacomucci@yahoo.com to enter.

TUESDAY, JULY 12

Lake Norman Monster Sightseeing Tour, 9:30-10:30 a.m., 18665 Harborside Dr., Cornelius – Take your kids on a special Lake Norman sightseeing cruise and look for “Normie” the Lake Norman Monster. The cruise will also teach children about conservation and the lake area environment. Children (10 and under) are $6 and adults accompanying a child are $10. For tickets, call Championship Yacht Charters at 704-905-1495. Details: www.lakenormanmonster.com

School Age Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Elementary aged children are encouraged to explore literature in fun and interactive programs. Programs are intended to connect children with books and encourage children to use the library regularly. Info: 704-416-4000.

Explore Your World: India, 2 p.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Come and learn about the beautiful art of Henna and the culture and history of India. You will also receive your own temporary henna tattoo. Audience: teens. Info: 704-416-3800.

Mecklenburg County Commissioners, 3 p.m., Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center, 600 E. Fourth St., Charlotte – Special meeting of the Board of Mecklenburg County Commissioners to discuss the County’s Joint Undertaking Agreement with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Hospital Authority and related matters. www.mecklenburgcountync.gov

Chamber reception/ribbon cutting, 5:30-7 p.m., David Weekley Homes model home, Bailey Springs, 12203 Bradford Park Drive, Davidson – David Weekley Homes and the Bailey Springs development host a Lake Norman Chamber mixer and grand opening. Info: 704-972-4225.

Davidson Board of Commissioners, 6 p.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St., Davidson – Regular Davidson Town Board Meeting. Agenda includes a presentation on the recent purchase of 2 affordable houses in the Bradford neighborhood, budget approval for “Book Garden” public art project. See our July 8, 2011 Town Board preview and agenda.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 13

Paws to Read, 10:30 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading to a certified therapy dog. Info: 704-416-4000.

Baby Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. New sights and sounds are shared with a parent/caregiver through books, songs, and rhymes. Ages: Up to 18 months. Info: 704-416-3800.

Toddler Storytime, 11 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – 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. Ages: 18 to 36 months. Info: 704-416-3800.

Bilingual Storytime: Spanish, 11:15 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Children will learn the basics of the Spanish language through songs, stories and hands-on activities. Special emphasis is placed on language development and repetition. For ages 3-5. Info: 704-416-4000.

Preschool Storytime, 11:30 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – 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. Ages: 3 to 5 years. Info: 704-416-3800.

McGuire Nuclear Plant siren test, 11:50 a.m., emergency signals around McGuire Nuclear Station, Huntersville – quarterly siren test. Emergency sirens are tested regularly to ensure they are working correctly. The testing is part of normal maintenance and no public action is necessary. The test lasts around 3 minutes. In a true emergency, the sirens would sound repeatedly. Info on Duke-Energy.com

Open Mic at Summit Coffee, 8-10 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. – Live music: TBA. Info: 704-895-9090.

Salsa Night, 9-10 p.m., The Dirty Martini, 17036 Kenton Place, Suite 104, Cornelius – Salsa Night with DJ Tremendo. Free salsa lessons. Info: 704-533-3054.

THURSDAY, JULY 14

Story Hour at Main Street Books, 10 a.m., Main Street Books, 126 S. Main St., Davidson – Story Time, for children 1-5. Stories, songs and lots of fun. Free. Also July 28.

Blood Drive, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Ben & Jerry’s, 202 S. Main St., Davidson – All donors will be treated to ice cream at the drive and will receive a coupon for a free pint of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, a free Red Cross t-shirt and a chance to win a $3,000 gift card. For appointments, call 1-800-REDCROSS or visit redcrossblood.org.

Harry Potter Day, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Char-Grill, Davidson Commons shopping center, Griffith and Jetton streets – Char-Grill is teaming up with Our Town Cinemas to celebrate the premiere of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2.” Harry Potter Day includes a free “magic milkshake” for anyone in costume, chocolate frogs for correctly answering Harry Potter trivia, and other giveaways. 704-896-8710.

Bilingual Storytime: Spanish, 11:15 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Children will learn the basics of the Spanish language through songs, stories and hands-on activities. Special emphasis is placed on language development and repetition. For ages 3-5. Info: 704-416-3800.

Patio-palooza, 6:30 p.m., Hickory Tavern, 9526 Birkdale Crossings Dr., Huntersville – Live acoustic music by Early Ray on the patio. Info: 704-897-8490.

Greenways, Bikeways and Trails Board, 7 p.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St., Davidson – Regular meeting of the Greenways, Bikeways and Trails Advisory Board. Agenda includes discussion of trail projects, trail and greenway way-finding signage, and potential grant for extension of Kincaid Greenway. Info: 704-940-9621. See the agenda on our Real Estate & Home page.

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

Harry Potter movie premiere, midnight, Our Town Cinemas, 227 Griffith St., Davidson – Opening screening of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2.” Harry, Ron, and Hermione return to Hogwarts to find and destroy Voldemort’s final horcruxes, but when Voldemort finds out about their mission, a battle begins. Screenings continue al weekend. Up to date movie times at right. For reservations: 704-237-3235 or ourtowncinemas.com

FRIDAY, JULY 15

Preschool Storytime, 10:15 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – 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. Info: 704-416-4000.

Toddler Storytime, 11 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. Info: 704-416-4000.

RockBus Concert Series: O.A.R., 5:30 p.m., Prohibition, 200 N. Tryon St., Charlotte – Meet up at Prohibition for a little pre-partying, then hop on the shuttle to see OAR at the NC Music Factory. Cost is $15 and includes transportation to and from Uptown Amphitheatre at The Music Factory, a few cold ones on the way to the show, and FREE cover back into Prohibition after the concert. Email Rich@RockHouseEvents.com if interested.

Bonita Knott, at Warehouse PAC Friday and Saturday.

Bonita Knott at the Warehouse, 7 p.m., The Warehouse, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – Poet Bonita Knott presents “From the thorn of rejection to the rose of Restoration.” Tickets are $18. For reservations, call 704-230-7598 or email scribestudio@gmail.com.

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

Live music at River City, 9 p.m., River City Bar and Grill, 155 Pinnacle Ln., Mooresville – Live music: Piedmont Boys. $5 cover. Info: 704-660-9797.

SATURDAY, JULY 16

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. DavidsonNews.net is pleased to be a media partner of the Davidson Farmers Market.

Community Fest, 8 a.m.-noon, Our Towns Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 121 Norman Station, Mooresville – Features a community yard sale, farmer’s market and community business expo. For more information, call Amy DeCaron at 704-896-8957 ext. 109 or email her at amy@ourtownshabitat.org.

Latta Fun Horse Show, 10 a.m., Latta Equestrian Center, 6201 Sample Rd., Huntersville – Latta Equestrian Center’s open horse show. Admission is free for spectators. Info at www.lattaequestriancenter.com.

Cold Blooded Encounters, 2 p.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – This educational program will include appearances by 8-12 animals and a question and answer session. You will also have the opportunity to touch some of the animals. Info: 704-416-3800.

Rock at the Dock, 6 p.m., Queens Landing, 1459 River Hwy, Mooresville – Live cage fights with live music by Beyond the Fade, a tomato throw, a bikini contest and a hot dog eating contest. General admission is $35 and front row seating is $60. Details: therockmma.com

Bonita Knott at the Warehouse, 7 p.m., The Warehouse, 9216-A Westmoreland Rd., Cornelius – Poet Bonita Knott presents “From the thorn of rejection to the rose of Restoration.” Tickets are $18. For reservations, call 704-230-7598 or email scribestudio@gmail.com.

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

Live music at Unleashed, 9 p.m., Unleashed Nightclub, 20924 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius – Live music: Young MC. Doors open at 9 p.m. Info: 704-655-2621.

Live music at Miciah’s, 9 p.m., Miciah’s Speak Easy, 229 Medical Park Rd., Mooresville – Live music: Josey Wails Band. Info: 704-799-0095.

Mike Santoro is lead vocalist for The Stranger, a Billy Joel Tribute that plays a Concert on the Green in Davidson Sunday.

Live music at Amos’ at the Lake, 9:45 p.m., Amos’ at the Lake, 19501 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Live music: Tim Clark Band. Info: 704-895-6875.

SUNDAY, JULY 17

Concert on the Green, 6-8 p.m., Davidson Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road in front of Davidson library – Featuring music by The Stranger (Billy Joel tribute band). Free.

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Harry, Ron and Hermione are back on the big screen this weekend in "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part I" (Warner Bros. photo)

Looks like a beautiful fall weekend ahead, indoors and out. There’s plenty to see and do, from the debut of the new Harry Potter movie at midnight Thursday at Our Town Cinemas to Davidson College’s theatrical production “Galileo” to a fund-raising Turkey Trot 5K Saturday on the Village Green. There’s music nightly at Summit Coffee, beginning with a songwriter showcase Thursday night. And a cappellafans won’t want to miss Saturday night’s concert at the college, which will raise funds for programs serving children with special needs. On Sunday, the annual Community Thanksgiving Service will honor town officials and promote interfaith understanding. And Davidson Historical Society screens the local documentary “Our Vanishing Americana.”

These events and more below, or in our day-by-day calendar at right. Also at right on this page, see our movie showtimes listings for Our Town Cinemas. The Harry Potter midnight shows tonight are sold out. Advance tickets are on sale for the rest of the weekend. Act fast! Details at OurTownCinemas.com.

THURSDAY, NOV. 18

MI-Connection board meeting, 7:30 a.m., MI-Connection headquarters, 420 S. Academy St., Mooresville – MI-Connection Communications System board of directors meeting. Agenda expected to include FY 2010 audit report.

Story time, 10 a.m., Main Street Books, 126 S. Main St. – November story time at Main Street Books. Children ages 1-5 welcome for stories and fun. Free.

Chidsey Leadership Lecture: Bill Ferguson, 7 p.m., Davidson College Alvarez College Union, 900 Room – 2010 Chidsey Leadership Lecture by Bill Ferguson, Davidson class of 2005, “Were You Phenomenal Today? Demonstrating Excellence in Leadership and Service.” Ferguson is a teacher and recent electee to the Maryland state Senate. Free.

Theater: “Galileo”, 7:30 p.m., Barber Theater, Cunningham Theater Center, Davidson College – The Davidson College theater department presents Galileo, Bertolt Brecht’s masterpiece, as part of the Second Stage Series. This show runs from Wednesday, Nov. 17, to Saturday, Nov. 20, at 7:30 p.m., also, Sunday, Nov. 21, at 2 p.m. More info on the college website.

Davidson College Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Davidson College Duke Family Performance Hall – Davidson College Symphony Concerto Competition Winners Concert. Free.

Hannah Miller

Summit Coffee Songwriters Showcase, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. – Live music: Summit Songwriters Showcase, with Hannah Miller from Columbia, S.C., Rusty Knox of Davidson and host Rob McHale. Info: 704-895-9090. See more in our “Summit this week” preview.

FRIDAY, NOV. 19

Solar Energy and Business seminar, 9-10:30 a.m., Business Center @ South Main Square, 442 S. Main St., Davidson – The Business Center @ South Main Square and the local “green” business incubator Project for Innovation, Energy & Sustainability (PiES) will host a free seminar by Robert Haupt, of Southern Energy Management, on “Solar Energy and Building ROI – Making Solar Affordable for Commercial Applications.” For further information, or to register, call 704-896-0094 , or visit www.pies-northcarolina.org.

Davidson Presbyterian Church BBQ, 10 a.m. until ? – Davidson Presbyterian Church, 116 Depot St., Davidson – Annual barbecue sale and fund-raiser. Also Saturday, 9-3. Five or more orders will be delivered. For orders or info, call 704-892-4313.

Chamber commissioner appreciation lunch, 11:45 a.m., NorthStone Country Club, Huntersville – Lake Norman Chamber annual Commissioner Appreciation Lunch, honoring public officials from area towns who were chosen by chamber members for being the most pro-business. Open to the public. Ticket info: 704-892-1922. For more on this year’s recipients and the event, see our 11/9/10 BizNotes.

Theater: “Once on This Island”, 7 p.m., Armour Street Theater, 307 Armour St., Davidson – Davidson Community Players’ first-ever youth musical, “Once on This Island Jr.,” described as the Caribbean adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid.” Directed by Melissa Ohlman-Roberge, with a cast featuring high school performers from the region. Shows Nov. 13-14 at 1 and 4 pm, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m., Nov. 20 4 p.m., Nov. 21 1 and 4 p.m. To reserve tickets call 704-892-7953 or visit www.davidsoncommunityplayers.org. All tickets are $9. The show is recommended for ages 6 and above.

Davidson women’s basketball, 7 p.m., Davidson College Belk Arena – Davidson women’s basketball vs. William & Mary.

Theater: “Galileo”, 7:30 p.m., Barber Theater, Cunningham Theater Center, Davidson College – The Davidson College theater department presents Galileo, Bertolt Brecht’s masterpiece, as part of the Second Stage Series. This show runs from Wednesday, Nov. 17, to Saturday, Nov. 20, at 7:30 p.m., also, Sunday, Nov. 21, at 2 p.m. More info on the college website.

Live music at Summit Coffee, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. – Live music: Billy Jones and The Pocket. Info: 704-895-9090. See more in our “Summit this week” preview.

SATURDAY, NOV. 20

Davidson Farmer’s Market off-season tailgate market, 9 a.m. to noon, off Main Street next to Town Hall – Davidson Farmers Market, with local farmers and vendors selling meats, produce, dairy products, baked goods, and other items. This week: Music by Billy Jones. Also, World of Wonder spider activities and field trip, departing at 10:30. Open every Saturday. For more information: www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org. DavidsonNews.net is pleased to be a sponsor of the Davidson Farmers Market.

Davidson Presbyterian Church BBQ, 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., Davidson Presbyterian Church, 116 Depot St., Davidson – Annual barbecue sale and fund-raiser. Also Friday, 10 a.m. until ?. Five or more orders will be delivered. For orders or info, call 704-892-4313.

Davidson Turkey Trot 5K run/walk, 10 a.m., Davidson Village Green – Davidson Turkey Trot 5k run/walk, to benefit the Free Clinic of Our Towns, at Ada Jenkins Center. Organized by Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity at Davidson College. Registration $15 in advance, $20 the day of the event. All registrants receive a T-shirt. Register at Active.com or email davidsonturkeytrot@gmail.com

Carolina Renaissance Fest, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., east of Davidson, off Highway 73 on Poplar Tent Road (between I-77 and I-85), Huntersville – 17th annual Carolina Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace runs Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., through Nov. 21, rain or shine. The 22-acre village features artists, craftspeople, musicians, performance troupes and food vendors, as well as kids’ games and rides. Advance tickets available $18 for adults, $7 for kids ages 5-12; kids under 5 free. Also at the gate for $1 more. Print your own tickets online at RenFestInfo.com. Free parking. Information online at RenFestInfo.com, or by calling 704-896-5544, or toll-free 877-896-5544.

DCPC Congregation Meeting, after 11 a.m. worship, Davidson College Presbyterian Church, Main Street and Concord Road – Davidson College Presbyterian Church congregation meeting to elect members to the Associate Pastor Nominating Committee, hear about plans for expanding the staff to include two new associate pastors. www.dcpc.org

Theater: “Once on This Island”, 4 p.m., Armour Street Theater, 307 Armour St., Davidson – Davidson Community Players’ first-ever youth musical, “Once on This Island Jr.,” described as the Caribbean adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid.” Directed by Melissa Ohlman-Roberge, with a cast featuring high school performers from the region. Shows Nov. 13-14 at 1 and 4 pm, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m., Nov. 20 4 p.m., Nov. 21 1 and 4 p.m. To reserve tickets call 704-892-7953 or visit www.davidsoncommunityplayers.org. All tickets are $9. The show is recommended for ages 6 and above.

Buddy Benefit a cappella concert, 5 p.m., Davidson College Duke Family Performance Hall – Davidson’s Buddy System student organization presents a concert with the a cappella groups The Generals, The Delilahs, and Androgyny. The Buddy System works with children with special needs, and the concert also will include speakers and videos on the issues facing special-needs kids. Tickets free, but donations accepted. Proceeds will go to Angels In Need, a local non-profit dedicated to helping families of children with special needs. The money will help send local children with special needs to camps and therapeutic programs. To reserve free tickets, email Billy Powers at bipowers@davidson.edu

Theater: “Galileo”, 7:30 p.m., Barber Theater, Cunningham Theater Center, Davidson College – The Davidson College theater department presents Galileo, Bertolt Brecht’s masterpiece, as part of the Second Stage Series. This show runs from Wednesday, Nov. 17, to Saturday, Nov. 20, at 7:30 p.m., also, Sunday, Nov. 21, at 2 p.m. More info on the college website.

Live jazz at Summit, 8-11 p.m., Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St. – Live music: Dennis Currier Jazz Trio. Info: 704-895-9090. See more in our “Summit this week” preview.

SUNDAY, NOV. 21

Carolina Renaissance Fest, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., east of Davidson, off Highway 73 on Poplar Tent Road (between I-77 and I-85), Huntersville – 17th annual Carolina Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace runs Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., through Nov. 21, rain or shine. The 22-acre village features artists, craftspeople, musicians, performance troupes and food vendors, as well as kids’ games and rides. Advance tickets available $18 for adults, $7 for kids ages 5-12; kids under 5 free. Also at the gate for $1 more. Print your own tickets online at RenFestInfo.com. Free parking. Information online at RenFestInfo.com, or by calling 704-896-5544, or toll-free 877-896-5544.

Theater: “Once on This Island”, 1 and 4 p.m., Armour Street Theater, 307 Armour St., Davidson – Davidson Community Players’ first-ever youth musical, “Once on This Island Jr.,” described as the Caribbean adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid.” Directed by Melissa Ohlman-Roberge, with a cast featuring high school performers from the region. Shows Nov. 13-14 at 1 and 4 pm, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m., Nov. 20 4 p.m., Nov. 21 1 and 4 p.m. To reserve tickets call 704-892-7953 or visit www.davidsoncommunityplayers.org. All tickets are $9. The show is recommended for ages 6 and above.

Theater: “Galileo”, 2 p.m., Barber Theater, Cunningham Theater Center, Davidson College – The Davidson College theater department presents Galileo, Bertolt Brecht’s masterpiece, as part of the Second Stage Series. This show runs from Wednesday, Nov. 17, to Saturday, Nov. 20, at 7:30 p.m., also, Sunday, Nov. 21, at 2 p.m. More info on the college website.

Sarah Sullivan

Flute recital: Sarah Sullivan, 3 p.m., St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 301 Caldwell Lane, Davidson – Sarah Sullivan, a North Mecklenburg High School student, will have her senior flute recital with works including J.S. Bach’s “Sonata in E Major,” Mercadante’s “Concerto in E Minor,” Jolivet’s “Chant de Linos,” and Mozart’s “Concerto No. 2 in D Major.” She will be accompanied on piano by Emily Jarrell Urbanek. Free.

Screening: “Our Vanishing Americana”, 4 p.m., Davidson IB School auditorium, South Street – Davidson Historical Society presents a screening of “Our Vanishing Americana,” a locally-produced film about the state’s old hardware stores, groceries, gas stations and other disappearing places. Appearances by producer Mike Lassiter and director/writer Scott Galloway. See our Nov. 8 news item for details.

Piano Studio Recital, 4 p.m., Davidson College Sloan Music Center Tyler-Tallman Hall – The college Music Department presents a Piano Studio Recital featuring the students of Artist Associates Ruskin Cooper and Cynthia Lawing. Free.

Community Thanksgiving Service & Public Servant Recognition, 5 p.m., Gethsemane Baptist Church, 565 Jetton St. – Third Annual Davidson community inter-faith Thanksgiving Service. Rev. Ernest Jeffries, pastor of Gethsemane Baptist, will be preaching. Various musical groups and choirs from area community will provide music. The service also honors our public officials. Come join your neighbors in this interfaith service of thanksgiving.

COMING MONDAY, NOV. 21

Davidson College Concert Choir, 7:30 p.m., Duke Family Performance Hall, Knobloch Campus Center, Davidson College – The Davidson College Concert Choir and the Pro Arte Orchestra present Handel’s Messiah. The concert features Jacquelyn Culpepper, soprano, Diane Thornton, contralto, and Dan Boye, baritone. General admission is $15; Faculty/Staff/Seniors $10; Students and youth 18 and under $5.