NEWS
Ready, Set, This Week in Davidson: Aug. 30 – Sept. 5
Friday – August 30
Field Hockey vs. Georgetown
Aug 30 @ 5:00 p.m.
Carol Grotnes Belk Turf Field
Volleyball vs Elon
Aug 30 @ 7:00 p.m.
John M. Belk Arena
Music at Summit: Billy Jones & the Pocket
Aug 30 @ 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Summit Coffee
Saturday – August 31
Davidson Farmers Market
Aug 31 @ 9:00 a.m.
Downtown Davidson – behind Summit, between Main Street and Jackson Street
Volleyball vs Marshall
Aug 31 @ 12:00 p.m.
John M. Belk Arena
Music & Makers
Aug 31 @ 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Main Street Businesses
Did you hear? Town Hall ‘s Music & Makers Concert will take place from 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Main Street businesses will feature handmade items produced by local makers with live music @ Crazy Pig Stage – 402 S Main Street.
Watercraft Rentals
Aug 24 @ 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Lake Davidson Nature Preserve – 750 Jetton Street
Come enjoy Lake Davidson on the watercraft of your choice: single or double kayak, paddle board or canoe! Meet our staff to rent your watercraft at the Nature Preserve behind Davidson Day School on Jetton Street and have fun on a self-guided paddling adventure. Watercraft will be available on Saturdays from 2- 5 p.m. Register to reserve your watercraft of choice. Please arrive between 2 and 2:30 p.m. and boats must be ported by 5 p.m.
Music at Summit: Heidi Sidelinker
Aug 31 @ 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Summit Coffee
Volleyball vs ETSU
Aug 31 @ 6:00 p.m.
John M. Belk Arena
Sunday – September 1
Field Hockey vs. Towson
Sept 1 @ 12:00 p.m.
Carol Grotnes Belk Turf Field
Women’s Soccer vs. Gardner-Webb
Sept 1 @ 1:00 p.m.
Alumni Stadium
Monday – September 2 – Labor Day
Town Offices Closed
Men’s Soccer vs. Campbell University
Sept 2 @ 1:00 p.m.
Alumni Stadium
Tuesday – September 3
Rotary Club of Davidson
Sept. 3 @ 12:00 p.m.
NOTE: Special location – Ada Jenkins Center
Bring your purchase to Ada Jenkins on September 3rd for our Rotary meeting.
At the meeting we will assemble bags and enjoy lunch. The service project is in lieu of our weekly meeting! Note: If you would like to purchase supplies, but are unable to attend the September 3rd meeting, supplies can be dropped off at the Davidson Village Inn between August 28 and 30th.
Davidson Branch Library: The In-Person Book Club – Daytime Edition
Sept 3 @ 2:00 p.m.
Davidson Branch Library
Join us on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 2:00 pm for The In-Person Davidson Branch Book Club! This month we will be discussing Iona Iverson’s Rules for Commuting by Clare Pooley. From the Publisher: “Nobody ever talks to strangers on the train. It’s a rule. But what would happen if they did? From the New York Times bestselling author of The Authenticity Project, a heartwarming novel about unexpected friendships and the joy of connecting.”
Reagan Ellis: Lilith’s Haven Book Launch
Sept. 3 @ 7:00 p.m.
Main Street Books
Join us in celebrating the launch of Lilith’s Haven, the debut YA fantasy from local writer Reagan Ellis. Reagan will share a book talk, Q&A, and book signing. Books will be available for purchase at the event. RSVP HERE
Wednesday – September 4
Open Mic at Summit
Sept. 4 @ 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Summit Coffee
Thursday – September 5
Davidson Branch Library: Technology Tutors: 1-on-1 Support Session
Sept. 5 @ 3:00 p.m.
Davidson Branch Library
Sign up for a 1-hour individual session with a library staff member to get tech help with computer basics, job help assistance, Microsoft Office, Internet, email, or other topics. This in-person program will take place indoors at the Davidson library.
Davidson Branch Library: Teen and Preteen Board Game Night
Sept. 5 @ 4:30 p.m.
Davidson Branch Library
Dive into the world of tabletop gaming with a variety of board games suitable for preteens and teens at Davidson. Participating in board games encourage cooperation, problem solving, letter and word recognition, and critical thinking skills. This drop-in program will be provided by Davidson’s teen services staff member and is recommended for ages 9-18. A variety of board games and puzzles will be available to use during the program. Snacks and light refreshments will be provided. You’re encouraged to bring your friends!
Lecture by Anna Deavere Smith and Moderated Conversation with Dr. James Webb
Sept 5 @ 6:30 p.m.
Duke Family Performance Hall
Join us in experiencing Anna Deavere Smith, a MacArthur Genius Award-winning, Pulitzer Prize and Tony-nominated writer and actress, who pioneered new forms of social justice theater. A lecture, followed by a moderated conversation with Dr. James Webb, in the Duke Family Performance Hall at Davidson College. Reserve a Ticket – FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE – This event is made possible by the Bacca Foundation Visiting Scholar and Artist Fund and in partnership with artist and creative catalyst Makayla Binter.
Women’s Soccer Hosts Longwood
Sept 5 @ 7:00 p.m.
Alumni Stadium
Trivia Night at Summit
Sept 5 @ 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Summit Coffee