NEWS

Reminder: online voting for the Christmas Tree Village continues until 4:00 p.m., Dec. 13.

Friday – December 12

Davidson Branch Library:  Exam Study Zone

Dec 12 @ 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Davidson Branch Library

Drop by the Community Room for the Exam Study Zone. Spread out and get some schoolwork done, study for exams, or get homework guidance or free online tutoring using Tutor.com with your ONE Access number or library card. Enjoy a quiet and relaxing environment while working on homework or studying. Basic school supplies are available, and the space is open for drop-in use—no registration required.

Santa’s Second Night of Davidson Recon

Dec 12 @ 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Neighborhoods east of the Rocky River Roundabout

Main Street Books: Low Sensory Shopping Night

Dec 12 @ 6:30 p.m.

Main Street Books

Crowds, lights, and sounds not your thing? Join us for our Low Sensory Shopping Nights from 6:00-7:00 PM on designated nights in December: Fri, Dec 12; Thu, Dec 18; and Fri, Dec 19.

Sponsored by Etiam Neurodivergent Couching & Consulting

Music at Summit: TBD

Dec 12 @ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Summit Coffee Stage

Saturday – December 13

Davidson Farmers Market – Holiday Market

Dec 13 @ 9:00 a.m.

Downtown – Behind Summit and Ben & Jerry’s

 Davidson Police Department: Shop with a Cop Event

Dec 13: 3 different sessions

Target Store: 9801 Sam Furr Road

Local families who are eligible and apply can select one of three (3) one-hour sessions to shop with a member of the Davidson Police Department between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025.  For questions about the 2025 Holiday Shop with a Cop event, please email Officer David Andras at DAndras@Townofdavidson.org

Davidson Branch Library:  Crafting with Books – Fluffy Penguins

Dec 13 @ 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Davidson Branch Library

Listen to stories and extend learning through a variety of hands-on activities. Join us to make your own fluffy penguin craft! Ages 4-8.  Supplies are limited. When registering, please register the number of children who will be participating in the craft!

Men’s Basketball Hosts Mercyhurst

Dec 13 @ 2:00 p.m.

John Belk Arena

Davidson Branch Library:  Mahjong Beginner Open Play

Dec 13 @ 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!

Orchestra of the Carolinas: Pre-Concert Discussion

Dec 13 @ 6:00 p.m.

Davidson United Methodist Church

Orchestra of the Carolinas: Spirit of the Season Concert

Dec 13 @ 7:00 p.m.

Davidson United Methodist Church

Admission is free and open to the public. Donations are welcome and will be accepted at the door!

We will bring in the spirit of the season with some of your holiday favorites including selections from “Home Alone.” We are also excited to welcome the Langtree Charter Academy choir for this performance! 

Sunday – December 14

Main Street Books: A Jane Austen Christmas Tea

Dec 14 @ 6:30 p.m.

Historic Hunter House

Main Street Books invites fellow Austenites to celebrate the 250th birthday of Jane Austen with a Christmas tea at the historic Hunter House. Each guest will be treated with allocated sandwiches and sweets in addition to the selection of one tea from a variety of carefully curated holiday tea varieties. Regency-inspired holiday customs and music will evoke a Christmas at Pemberley fit for the most avid devotées of Austen on her esteemed anniversary. Guests are invited to dress according to the Regency period of Jane Austen's classic novels. Photo opportunities will abound!

Ticket pricing

General Admission: $90 per ticket - Nov 17 - Dec 13, 2025

Host: Main Street Books

Event Location: The Historic Hunter House

Event address: 13811 S Old Statesville Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078

Ticket purchase required.

No refunds on ticket purchases.

If you have someone in your party who cannot navigate stairs to the upstairs dining rooms, or you would like to inquire about accessibility, please email community (at) mainstreetbooksdavdson.com

Women’s Basketball @ Charlotte

Dec 14 @ 7:00 p.m.

Halton Arena

While not a home game, we know a number of folks will make this trip.

Monday – December 15

Davidson Branch Library:  Baby Storytime

Dec 15 @ 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 15 @ 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 16

Davidson Branch Library: Paws to Read

Dec 16 @ 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.

Town Livability Board Meeting

Dec 16 @ 7:00 p.m.

Davidson Town Hall and Community Center

Wednesday – December 17

Davidson Branch Library: Tech Help

Dec 17 @ 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 17 @ 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: Homework Help

Dec 17 @ 4:00 p.m.

Davidson Branch Library

Children in K-5th grade are invited to drop in to the library on Wednesdays from 4pm-6pm for Homework Help! Trained Homework Help volunteers provide a welcoming and supportive environment. Davidson provides this program on Wednesdays from 4pm-6pm, however all Library branches offer Homework Help too! Visit the Homework Help website for additional hours of service.

Davidson Branch Library: Reading Buddies

Dec 17 @ 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 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Children register for a weekly reading buddy time for the entire semester! Sessions are offered on a first come, first serve basis. 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 High Point

Dec 17 @ 7:00 p.m.

John Belk Arena

Thursday – December 18

Davidson Branch Library: The Third Thursday Travel Club

Dec 18 @ 3:00 p.m.

Davidson Branch Library

Join our monthly meeting of the Third Thursday Travel Club. We'll chat about travel stories, experiences, share advice, invite in experts, share library resources, and maybe even do some armchair travel. This month will be a Holiday Party. If you've been thinking of joining, December will be a great time to come meet fellow travelers for a casual, fun celebration. Bring your questions, your stories and your Wanderlust! Newcomers always welcome! This program will take place indoors at the Davidson Branch library. Registration not required.

Davidson Branch Library: Paws to Read

Dec 18 @ 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: Teen Manga Mashup

Dec 18 @ 4:00 p.m.

Davidson Branch Library

Been reading any manga or watching any anime lately? Come share with us what you're reading and watching! We're not a regular book club. We're an "UnBook Club!" What's an Unbook Club, you ask? We don't all agree to read the same things. (After all, some like shojo more than shonen, or like the mecha genre more than the magical girls type. Some might even like both!) Here we all take turns sharing what we're currently reading, give and ask for recommendations, and share our love of manga! We play games, watch anime, make crafts, and hang out.

Men’s Basketball Hosts Temple

Dec 18 @ 2:00 p.m.

John Belk Arena