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Ready, Set, This Week in Davidson: April 26 – May 2
Friday – April 26
A-bomb Survivor Tree Descendants Planting
April 26 @ 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Davidson College – Wall North Lawn
Join us at the Wall North Lawn, in the green space between the E. Craig Wall Jr. Academic Center and the Sculpture Garden, in an honoring of resilience and remembrance, peace and unity, as we come together to plant the descendants of Japanese A-bomb Survivor Trees on the Davidson College Campus. Learn more about the project and partnerships, participate in sapling planting, and enjoy music, paper crane making, and refreshments. In the case of inclement weather, the location will be moved to the Library Lobby Fishbowl Classroom. Hosted by Jamie Moore, Director of Grounds, Kristi Multhaup, Vail Professor of Psychology, Shelley Rigger, VPAA and Brown Professor of Asian Politics, Susana Wadgymar, and Keiser Assistant Professor of Biology. With support from The Japanese Students Association Tara Villa Keith, Chair and Professor of Music and Symphony Orchestra Director, E.H. Little Library, and Sherry Nelson, Director of Davidson Arts and Creative Engagement.
Senior Art Major Exhibition Reception: Joe Claire ‘24
April 26 @ 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Visual Arts Center – Atrium
Join us for a Senior Art Major Exhibition + Gallery Talk with Joe Claire ’24.
April is for Arts – Gallery Crawl
April 26 @ 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Historic Main Street and the Circles at 30
The Gallery Crawl is a great way to see art all over Davidson. Artists display their work in Davidson’s establishments from our historic Main Street over to South Main Street and at the Circles @ 30. Galleries, businesses and town hall host visiting artists, including some that will be featured at Art on the Green April 27-28. Refreshments and music enhance the festivities. Please join us!
Davidson Community Players: Dragons Love Tacos
April 26 @ 7:00 p.m.
Armour Street Theatre
By Ernie Nolan, Based on the book by Adam Rubin and illustrated by Daniel Salmieri; With music by Chris LaPorte
You know what Dragons really love? Tacos of course! A boy and his dog are watching a TV show about dragons when they unexpectedly get caught up in the ‘Dos and Don’ts’ of what to serve to dragons to eat. Dragons love tacos, but if they accidentally eat spicy salsa…watch out! “Dragons Love Tacos is a must-see for families, taco enthusiasts and anyone who’s ever had nothing to do.” -Chicago Parent
Recommended for all ages. Show lasts about 1 hour!
Music at Summit: TBD
April 26 @ 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Summit Coffee
Indigo Girls in Concert
April 26 @ 7:30 p.m.
Davidson Branch Library
The Indigo Girls will return to Davidson College for a concert at the new Davidson College Stadium. The only duo with top 40 titles on the Billboard 200 in each decade from the 1980s-2010s, Amy Ray and Emily Saliers are again on tour with the release of their latest record, Look Long, a stirring and eclectic collection of songs. Over a 35+-year career, the multi-Grammy-winning duo have recorded 16 studio albums, sold over 15 million records and built a dedicated, enduring following across the globe. In 1986, the Indigo Girls played two Friday night shows the old 900 Room. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Union Ticket Office or online https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/68552939/indigo-girls-live-at-davidson-co…; One dollar of every ticket sale will go to a charity selected by the Indigo Girls.
Saturday – April 27
Davidson Farmers Market
April 27 @ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Downtown Davidson – behind Summit, between Main Street and Jackson Street
Town of Davidson Earth Day Activities
April 27 @ 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Lorimer Road – across from the Town Green
The Town of Davidson, Davidson Lands Conservancy, and Davidson College invite the community to enjoy a festival of Earth Day activities. Come and join in on the fun Saturday, April 27 between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at 35 Lorimer Road, adjacent to the Davidson Town Green. A brief ceremony will be held at 10:30 a.m., where the Town will be presented with an award from the U.S. Green Building Council.
April is for Arts – Art on the Green
April 27 @ 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Town Green
This enormously popular event brings thousands of people to Davidson to enjoy art, live music, and food. Davidson’s juried art festival features booths filled with top-quality art works from artists throughout the region. The weekend includes musical performances by a variety of local talents and a host of food choices from both on-site vendors and area restaurants. Join us for an exciting weekend filled with visual, musical, and culinary arts!
Davidson Community Players: Dragons Love Tacos
April 27 @ (two shows) 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Armour Street Theatre
By Ernie Nolan, Based on the book by Adam Rubin and illustrated by Daniel Salmieri; With music by Chris LaPorte
You know what Dragons really love? Tacos of course! A boy and his dog are watching a TV show about dragons when they unexpectedly get caught up in the ‘Dos and Don’ts’ of what to serve to dragons to eat. Dragons love tacos, but if they accidentally eat spicy salsa…watch out! “Dragons Love Tacos is a must-see for families, taco enthusiasts and anyone who’s ever had nothing to do.” -Chicago Parent
Recommended for all ages. Show lasts about 1 hour!
Collaboration in Theatre – Student-Directed and Designed One-Acts
April 27 @ 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Barber Theatre in Cunningham Theatre
Two sets of shows.
Music at Summit: TBD
April 27 @ 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Summit Coffee
Sunday – April 28
April is for Arts – Art on the Green
April 28 @ 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Town Green
This enormously popular event brings thousands of people to Davidson to enjoy art, live music, and food. Davidson’s juried art festival features booths filled with top-quality art works from artists throughout the region. The weekend includes musical performances by a variety of local talents and a host of food choices from both on-site vendors and area restaurants. Join us for an exciting weekend filled with visual, musical, and culinary arts!
Davidson Community Players: Dragons Love Tacos
April 28 @ (two shows) 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Armour Street Theatre
By Ernie Nolan, Based on the book by Adam Rubin and illustrated by Daniel Salmieri; With music by Chris LaPorte
You know what Dragons really love? Tacos of course! A boy and his dog are watching a TV show about dragons when they unexpectedly get caught up in the ‘Dos and Don’ts’ of what to serve to dragons to eat. Dragons love tacos, but if they accidentally eat spicy salsa…watch out! “Dragons Love Tacos is a must-see for families, taco enthusiasts and anyone who’s ever had nothing to do.” -Chicago Parent
Recommended for all ages. Show lasts about 1 hour!
Collaboration in Theatre – Student-Directed and Designed One-Acts
April 28 @ 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Barber Theatre in Cunningham Theatre
Two sets of shows.
Music at St. Alban’s – Adam Kossler and Ellie Wee
April 28 @ 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church
Adam Kossler and Ellie Wee. Classical guitarist Adam Kossler will perform with cellist Ellie Wee, both professors at Appalachian State University. Their program will include the incredible Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5 by Hector Villa Lobos.
Concert on the Green: Davidson College Symphony & Jazz Ensemble
April 28 @ 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Town Green
This is the first concert of the 2024 Concerts on the Green season.
Monday – April 29
Davidson Branch Library: Baby Storytime
April 29 @ 9:30 a.m.
Davidson Branch Library
This program will be provided by Davidson library staff. Please check in with library staff beginning at 9:00 am on the day of the Storytime – the first 12 babies and their caregivers are able to attend. Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, and rhymes.
Davidson Branch Library: Family Storytime (Outdoor)
April 29 @ 10:30 a.m.
Davidson Branch Library
Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Planning Board Meeting
April 29 @ 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Town Hall and Community Center
Benjamin Kellogg, Piano
April 29 @ 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Tyler-Tallman Hall
Tuesday – April 30
Davidson Branch Library: Rookie Science – Earth Day
April 30 @ 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Davidson Branch Library
Join us as we work together to spread the beauty of wildflowers by making Earth Day themed seed bombs! Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. This program is designed for ages 6-12 years old!
The NCAA Transfer Portal, NIL, and Davidson Athletics
April 30 @ 7:30 p.m.
Virtual Meeting
With Chris Clunie ‘06, Vice President and Director of Davidson Athletics; Scott Abell, Davidson Head Football Coach; Matt McKillop ‘06, Davidson Head Men’s Basketball Coach; Eddie Williamson ’74, retired college football coach and former Davidson football player; and Steve Shankweiler ‘74, retired high school and football coach, Current Director of High School and Alumni Relations at East Carolina University and former Davidson football player. Registration and Zoom Link Coming Soon. Sponsored by the Class of 1974 Reunion Committee.The landscape of college athletics is evolving rapidly, and Davidson is at the forefront of these changes. Join us for a captivating discussion led by a distinguished panel of current Davidson coaches and former Davidson athletes with long careers coaching intercollegiate athletics as they dive into the impact of recent regulations surrounding the NCAA Transfer Portal and NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) on collegiate sports programs across the nation, including here at Davidson. This is your chance to gain valuable insights from experts in the field, explore how these changes are reshaping the collegiate sports landscape, and learn how Davidson is adapting to ensure our student-athletes continue to thrive in this dynamic environment. Please register by Monday, April 29 at: https://davidson.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElc-GoqTMsH9Lu7dKzMDURdliVD….
Davidson College Symphony Orchestra: Spring Concert
April 30 @ 7:30 p.m.
Duke Family Performance Hall
Join the DCSO for Bedřich Smetana’s powerful Šárka, The High Castle, and The Moldau from My Country. Admission is free, but tickets are required. For tickets, please contact the Union Box Office at 704-894-2135.
Wednesday – May 1
Davidson Branch Library: NC Master Gardener – Landscaping with Native Plants
May 1 @ 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Davidson Branch Library
Join us as we work together to spread the beauty of wildflowers by making Earth Day themed seed bombs! Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. This program is designed for ages 6-12 years old!
Davidson Branch Library: Student Success Center at Davidson
May 1 @ 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Davidson Branch Library
Visit the Student Success Center at Davidson! The Student Success Center is a pop-up learning space designed to provide a supporting learning environment for children in elementary school grades. Students can visit the Student Success Center to work with a trained volunteer to get support in one of three ways:
Student support is available on a first come, first served basis depending on volunteer availability; no registration is required! Drop by the Student Success Center to get the support you need today! For more information, visit https://cmlibrary.org/ssc.
Open Mic at Summit
May 1 @ 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Summit Coffee
Davidson College Jazz Combos Spring Concert
May 1 @ 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sloan Music Center – Tyler-Tallman Hall
Join the Davidson College Jazz Combos for an evening of wonderful jazz in Tyler-Tallman Hall. Free and open to the public.
Thursday – May 2
Davidson Branch Library: Paws to Read
May 2 @ 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Davidson Branch Library
This program will be provided by Davidson Paws to Read volunteers! Boost your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog.The length of sessions will be around 10 minutes. This is a drop-in program, so no registration is required.
Davidson Branch Library: Teen and Preteen Board Game Night
May 2 @ 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Davidson Branch Library
Hop on into Davidson’s Teen Board Game Night! Bring your friends and have some fun while developing literacy, critical thinking and teamwork skills. We’ll have puzzles and board games for you to play, but you are welcome to bring your own games to share too! This program is for preteens (ages 9-12) and teens (ages 12-18) and will take place in the Davidson branch Community Room. Snacks and light refreshments will be provided.
Trivia Night at Summit
May 2 @ 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Summit Coffee