NEWS
Ready, Set, This Week in Davidson: June 12 – 18
Friday, June 12
Davidson Branch Library: Preteen Perler Bead Projects
June 12 @ 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Join us for a DIY Perler Project at the Davidson Branch Library just for ages 10-12 years. Design and create your own project with Perler beads! Use one of our templates, or come up with your own unique design.
Summit Coffee Basecamp: Live Music (TBD)
June 12 @ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 13
Davidson Farmers Market
June 13 @ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
120 South Main Street
Cone with a Cop
June 13 @ 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Whit's Frozen Custard - 310 S. Main Street
Town of Davidson Parks & Rec: Watercraft Programs & Rentals
June 13 @ 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Canoe, kayak, and paddleboard rentals are available April through October on Saturdays from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. All equipment is provided. See the Town of Davidson Parks & Rec site for details.
Davidson Branch Library: Mahjong Beginner Open Play
June 13 @ 2:30 – 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.
Sunday, June 14
Town of Davidson: Concert on the Green: Band of Oz
June 14 @ 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Monday, June 15
Davidson Branch Library: Family Storytime (Outdoor)
June 15 @ 10:30 – 11:30 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.]
Davidson Branch Library: Summer Break Kickoff with Ashley Belote
June 15 @ 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Join us at the Davidson Library as we kick off our Summer Reading program for readers of all ages! Following our regularly planned Outdoor Storytime starring local author/illustrator Ashley Belote, we will blast off into a "Universe of Stories!" There will be chalk, outdoor games, popsicles, bubbles, and you get to sign-up for the Summer Reading Program!
Town of Davidson: Sustainability Board Meeting
June 15 @ 6:30 p.m.
Town Hall and Community Center – Room 120, 251 South Street
Tuesday, June 16
Davidson Branch Library: Dungeons and Dragons for Preteens
June 16 @ 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Are you curious about Dungeons and Dragons but never had an opportunity to try? Join us for a beginner Dungeons and Dragons one-shot session for children between the ages of 9-12. This session should last an hour, but extra time has been added in case the adventure runs overtime. We have pre-made characters so that new beginner players are ready to jump right in! Limited spots available. Register with library staff. This program will be provided by Davidson Staff.
Davidson Branch Library: Paws to Read
June 16 @ 4:00 – 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.
Main Street Books: Bibliotherapy: A Philosophy Salon (Session 3)
June 16 @ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
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. Cost: $15. Please register by 5:00 p.m. on June 14.
Town of Davidson: Livability Board Meeting
June 16 @ 7:00 p.m.
Town Hall and Community Center – Room 120, 251 South Street
Wednesday, June 17
Main Street Books: Storytime
June 17 @ 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Main Street Stories is our storytime for young kids and their caregivers. Join us for storytime at the bookstore. We'll explore themes through books and songs. Free.
Town of Davidson: Design Review Board Meeting
June 17 @ 5:30 p.m.
Town Hall and Community Center – Room 120, 251 South Street
Town of Davidson: Historic Preservation Commission
June 17 @ 5:30 p.m.
Town Hall and Community Center – Room 120, 251 South Street
Summit Coffee Basecamp: Open Mic Night
June 17 @ 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Davidson Community Players: Evita
June 17 @ 7:30 p.m.
Duke Family Performance Hall, 207 Faculty Drive
Thursday, June 18
Davidson Branch Library: Baby Storytime
June 18 @ 9:30 – 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: Open Art Studio
June 18 @ 1:00 – 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.
Davidson Branch Library: The Third Thursday Travel Club
June 18 @ 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Join our monthly meeting of the Third Thursday Travel Club. We'll chat about travel stories and 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
June 18 @ 4:00 – 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.
Main Street Books: Lit League Book Club
June 18 @ 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Meet at Side Bar Bottle Company, 208 South Main Street
June book: “James” by Percival Everett. The Lit League is our general fiction book club. The club reads new and older fiction, intentionally selecting books that shine light on groups often marginalized in publishing, particularly BIPOC writers and stories.
Summit Coffee Basecamp: Trivia Night
June 18 @ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Davidson Community Players: Evita
June 18 @ 7:30 p.m.
Duke Family Performance Hall, 207 Faculty Drive