NEWS

Next Thursday, Dec. 4 is the first night of Christmas in Davidson.

Friday – November 28

Men’s Basketball Hosts N.C. A&T

Nov 28 @ 4:00 p.m.

John M. Belk Arena

Saturday – November 29

Davidson Farmers Market – Special Holiday Market

Nov 29 @ 9:00 a.m.

Downtown – Behind Summit and Ben & Jerry’s

Main Street Books: Ashley Belote - Little Red and Big Bad Fred

Nov 29 @ 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Main Street Books

Celebrate Small Business Weekend with Main Street Books.

Visit our book signing & craft table with Ashley Belote and her new picture book, Little Red and Big Bad Fred. About the Book -Little Red Riding Hood like you've never seen before! This fractured fairy-tale will have kids in stitches as Little Red optimistically befriends Fred (who may or may not try to EAT Little Red), reminding readers to always see the best in others, even when they have sharp teeth and are definitely the big, bad wolf. Once upon a time. . . . Little Red loves to visit his great-grandfather. He makes the trip through the woods any time of year! The best part is when Little Red meets Fred along the way. Fred is the bestest, fluffiest, most amazing KITTY in the whole wide world (nevermind that Little Red is completely oblivious to the fact that Fred is, in fact, a very hungry wolf that is trying to EAT HIM). When Fred gets hurt (from a trap HE set for Little Red), Little Red takes his injured friend to Great Grandfather's house. That's when Great Grandfather tells Little Red that Fred is actually ... a DOG?! EVEN BETTER. (Poor Fred.) Little Red's positive outlook is contagious in this picture book about an unlikely friendship, the power of kindness, and keeping an open heart from the creator of Witch & Wombat and Sheepwrecked. About the Author - ASHLEY BELOTE is the author-illustrator of Witch & Wombat, Sheepwrecked, Don't Wash Winston, The Me Tree, and Listen Up, Louella. She also illustrated picture books like Frankenslime and Valenslime. Ashley studied traditional animation under the direction of Don Bluth. She also serves as the regional illustrator coordinator for the Carolinas chapter of SCBWI.

Davidson Branch Library:  Mahjong Beginner Open Play

Nov 29 @ 2:30 p.m.

Davidson Branch Library

Mahjong Beginner Open Play is a program where adults can play Mahjong at the beginner level. This means you know how to play but need to practice. At this time, this is a drop-in and play session for beginners, no formal instruction will be provided. It is, however, a safe space to practice playing with people who are also in the beginning stages. The tiles, mats, and cards are all provided in this session. Just bring yourself. American Mahjong is a tile game stamped with Chinese symbols. Four players play the game at a time. The goal of the game is to be the first to match your tiles to a specific set from a scorecard by picking and discarding. Mahjong is a fun game to play, but also it has many cognitive benefits. It is known to help dementia, aid concentration and memorization abilities. Come practice this inherently social game, and enjoy mental and social benefits!

Sunday – November 30

Women’s Basketball Hosts Ohio

Nov 30 @ 1:00 p.m.

John Belk Arena

Monday – December 1

Davidson Branch Library:  Baby Storytime

Dec 1 @ 9:30 a.m.

Davidson Branch Library

Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, and rhymes. This group is majorly lapsit program for babies from birth to 18 months. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Only the first 12 babies will be accepted. Please collect a ticket at the front desk upon arrival.

Davidson Branch Library:  Family Storytime (Outdoor)

Dec 1 @ 10:30 a.m.

Davidson Branch Library

Bring your whole family out to 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. This storytime will take place outdoors in front of the Davidson Library. [Inclement weather note: In the case of inclement weather, please check the website to confirm a cancellation.]

Tuesday – December 2

Davidson Branch Library: The In-Person Book Club

Dec 2 @ 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 In the Midst of Winter by Isabel Allende. 

From the publisher: "In the Midst of Winter begins with a minor traffic accident--which becomes the catalyst for an unexpected and moving love story between two people who thought they were deep into the winter of their lives. Richard Bowmaster--a 60-year-old human rights scholar--hits the car of Evelyn Ortega--a young, undocumented immigrant from Guatemala--in the middle of a snowstorm in Brooklyn. What at first seems just a small inconvenience takes an unforeseen and far more serious turn when Evelyn turns up at the professor's house seeking help. At a loss, the professor asks his tenant Lucia Maraz--a 62-year-old lecturer from Chile--for her advice. These three very different people are brought together in a mesmerizing story that moves from present-day Brooklyn to Guatemala in the recent past to 1970s Chile and Brazil, sparking the beginning of a long overdue love story between Richard and Lucia."

Davidson Branch Library: Paws to Read

Dec 2 @ 4:00 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.

Wednesday – December 3

Davidson Branch Library: Technology Help

Dec 3 @ 4:00 p.m.

Davidson Branch Library

Free, one-on-one help with computers and technology. Bring your iPhone, iPad, laptop or other device. Improve your skills and confidence! These drop-in sessions will be led by volunteers from the Hough High Honors Computer Science Club.

Davidson Branch Library: Paws to Read

Dec 3 @ 4:00 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: Reading Buddies

Dec 3 @ 4:00 p.m.

Davidson Branch Library

We want to be your school aged child’s reading buddy! Sign up your school aged child for a 30 minute reading buddy session to share in the joy and power of reading. Library volunteers read aloud favorite books by asking questions, building vocabulary, and connecting to your child’s world. This semester will begin September 17 – December 17 (no appointments for November 26). Sessions are available Wednesdays from 4pm-6pm. Children register for a weekly reading buddy time for the entire semester! Sessions are offered on a first come, first serve basis. Registration opens one week prior to session (September 2-13). Please call 704-416-4000 or stop by the front desk to view available slots and to register your child for this upcoming semester.

Women’s Basketball Hosts Duquesne

Dec 3 @ 7:00 p.m.

John Belk Arena

Thursday – December 4

Davidson Branch Library: Paws to Read

Dec 4 @ 4:00 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: Preteen Board Game Night

Dec 4 @ 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!

Christmas in Davidson: Night One

Dec 4 @ 5:15 p.m.

Town Green and Downtown

Music begins @ 5:15 p.m.; Light show-paintscaping @ 6:00 p.m.; Opening Ceremony with Mayor, Santa, and Tree Lighting; and live music all evening. (see the graphic at the top of this article)

Men’s Basketball Hosts The Citadel

Dec 4 @ 7:00 p.m.

John Belk Arena