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Ready, Set, This Week in Davidson: May 15 – 21
Friday, May 15
Davidson Branch Library: Preteen Perler Beads
May 15 @ 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Join us afterschool for a DIY Perler Project at Davidson Branch Library just for ages 9-12 years. Design and create your own project with Perler beads! Registration is required. Suitable for preteens (10-12).
Summit Coffee Basecamp: Live Music TBD
May 15 @ 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Summit Stage
Saturday, May 16
Davidson Farmers Market
May 16 @ 9:00 a.m.
Behind Summit and Ben & Jerry's
Davidson College: Senior Goodbye Song
May 16 @ 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Sloan Music Center, Tyler-Tallman Recital Hall
Come and hear our senior voice students as they sing their last solos on the stage of Tyler-Tallman. The Davidson College Music Department invites all friends and family to this special moment. Free and open to the public. Come and hear our senior voice students as they sing their last solos on the stage
Davidson Branch Library: Mahjong Beginner Open Play
May 16 @ 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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 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.
Davidson Film Club
May 16 @ 7:00 p.m.
Armour Street Theatre, Davidson
A screening and discussion of the multiple award-winning New Zealand comedy “Hunt for the Wilderpeople.”
Davidson College: Farewell to Seniors Concert
May 16 @ 7:15 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Davidson College Presbyterian Church Sanctuary
We welcome alumni and our broader community to gather on the eve of the Class of 2026 Graduation to celebrate our season and the seniors. This intimate performance will feature choral favorites of the graduating class as well as a reflection in song of the memories made within the Davidson choral family. Alumni are encouraged to join us in our alma mater and fight songs. Free and open to the public.
Sunday, May 17
Davidson College: Commencement
May 17 @ 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Front Campus
Monday, May 18
Davidson Branch Library: Baby Storytime
May 18 @ 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
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 a 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)
May 18 @ 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
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.] Suitable for ages 2 – 5.
Town of Davidson: Sustainability Board Meeting
May 18 @ 6:30 p.m.
Davidson Town Hall and Community Center, Room 120
251 South Street
Davidson College: Concert Series: Chamber Music for All
May 18 @ 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Sloan Music Center, Tyler-Tallman Recital Hall
*** This event was re-scheduled from an earlier date. ***
The Davidson College Concert Series, sponsored by WDAV Classical Public Radio, wraps up its season with a return of the sensational Chamber Music for All, featuring musicians from the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. The program will feature Boccherini and Schubert’s Cello Quintets. For tickets, please contact the Union Box Office at 704-894-2135. Free for Davidson students, but tickets are required.
Tuesday, May 19
Davidson Branch Library: Preteen Scene: Beginner Crochet Scrunchies
May 19 @ 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Ever wanted to learn a handmade craft like crochet? Join us at the library to learn to make crochet scrunchies! This program will be provided by Davidson library staff, and is for preteens, ages 9 to 12 only.
Davidson Branch Library: Paws to Read
May 19 @ 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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. Suitable for ages 5 – 12.
Town of Davidson: Springfest
May 19 @ 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
River Run Athletic Town Park
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 19, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. for the 2nd Annual SpringFest at the River Run Athletic Park. This family-friendly community event features demonstrations from Davidson Police, Fire, and Public Works, along with other area first responders. Join us for a community meal and an opportunity to chat with the Mayor and Board of Commissioners.
Town of Davidson: Livability Board Meeting
May 19 @ 7:00 p.m.
Davidson Town Hall and Community Center, Room 120
251 South Street
Main Street Books: Bibliotherapy: A Philosophy Salon (Session 2: Poetry)
May 19 @ 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
126 S. Main Street
Join us for a philosophical salon series for the world-weary! No need for previous philosophical experience, just a sense of curiosity and a desire for reflection. The pace of change in the world sometimes seems to outpace our ability to take it all in: tech advancements, political upheaval, natural disasters. And yet our everyday lives still consist of the people we love and our daily routines. Where do we turn for solace and direction when overwhelmed? Turns out, great thinkers, writers and artists have some things to say. We’ll reflect on their offerings together over the course of six, monthly sessions, led by Jennifer Coleman, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and a bookseller at our very own Main Street Books. Register by 5:00 p.m., Sunday, May 17.
Wednesday, May 20
Main Street Books: Main Street Stories: Storytime
May 20 @ 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
126 S. Main Street
Main Street Stories is our story time for young kids and their caregivers. Join us for storytime at the bookstore. We'll explore themes through books and songs. Free program. RSVP requested.
Davidson Branch Library: Identifying Local Trees: Lunch & Learn with DLC
May 20 @ 11:00 a. m. – 12:30 p.m.
Lunch will be provided! Come join the Davidson Lands Conservancy for a presentation on terms to know and traits to look for when using a field guide or wildlife ID app. Then, practice your new skills with a short nature exploration walk. Registration closes on May 19 at 12:00 a.m.
Davidson Branch Library: Technology Help
May 20 @ 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Get free one-on-one assistance 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. Suitable for adults and older adults.
Davidson Branch Library: Paws to Read
May 20 @ 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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. Suitable for ages 5 – 12.
Town of Davidson: Design Review Board Meeting
May 20 @ 5:30 p.m.
Davidson Town Hall and Community Center, Room 120
251 South Street
Summit Coffee Basecamp: Open Mic Night
May 20 @ 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Summit Stage
Thursday, May 21
Davidson Branch Library: Open Art Studio
May 21 @ 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join fellow art enthusiasts to share inspiration, ideas, and stories. This program is not led by an instructor--it's an opportunity for you to bring in your canvas, paints, or other media to work in community with fellow artists. Note: No supplies will be provided. Join us on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.
Davidson Branch Library: The Third Thursday Travel Club
May 21 @ 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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 arm chair travel. 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
May 21 @ 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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. Suitable for ages 5 – 12.
Main Street Books: Lit League Book Club
May 21 @ 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
May’s title: “Life, and Death, and Giants” by Ron Rindo
The Lit League is our general fiction book club. The Lit League reads new and older fiction, intentionally selecting books that shine light on groups often marginalized in publishing, particularly BIPOC writers and stories.
*Note: this is a hybrid book club that meets virtually and in person. The Lit League book club meets virtually on Zoom most months, but meets in person once per quarter. Host will announce meeting locations here and to book club email list. Email Amber Burton, facilitator, at Amberbburton@gmail.com to join The Lit League and receive updates.
Summit Coffee Basecamp: Trivia Night
May 21 @ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.