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Martin Sexton performs at the Cain Center for the Arts on March 4th.
Are you trying to figure out what to do? This calendar can show you some of the best options on Lake Norman.
Monday, February 27th
“Talking Black in America: Roots” Film and Discussion
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | February 27. A discussion with the film “Talking Black in America: Roots” and linguist Walt Wolfram of the Language and Life Project at North Carolina State University. Visual Arts Center VAC-117 Semans Lecture Hall, Division College.
Huntersville Black History Month Celebration
2:00 PM | February 27 – Black History Bingo/Trivia Program at David B. Weimer Recreation Center, 14008 Holbrooks Road, Huntersville. The program is free and open to all ages.
February 28 (Tue)
black history month performance
7:00 p.m. | Feb. 28. African-American students showcase their performing arts talent. General welcome. Hough High School, 12420 Bailey Road, Cornelius.
Robin Kimmerer
Reynolds Lecture 2023- Robin Chimerer
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM | February 28. The 2023 Reynolds Lecture introduces Robin Kimmer and “Justice on Earth.” How we understand the meaning of land colors our relationship with the natural world in ecology, economics and ethics. The event is free and open to the public, but tickets are required. Call 704-894-2135. Knobloch Campus Center DFPH-Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College.
Wednesday, March 1
Alicia Gutierrez-Romine
2022-23 Kelly Lecture – Alicia Gutierrez Lomine
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM | March 1st. Title: “Ambiguity and the Law: Dobbs, Abortion, and the Lessons Refusing to Learn from History”. Alicia Gutierrez-Romine is Associate Professor of U.S. History at La Sierra College, with an emphasis on the history of California, the U.S.-Mexico border, and medicine. Sloan Music Center Tyler Tallman Recital Hall, Davidson College.
Thursday, March 2
senior dance
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Thursday. This free class is designed to help seniors improve flexibility, breathing, balance, mobility, and fluidity by exploring different elements of ballet, jazz, modern, and improvisation. Participants can choose to take the class sitting, standing, or a combination of both. Performed by the Charlotte Ballet. Northern Regional Recreation Center, 18121 Old Statesville Rd., Cornelius.
Craig B. Allen
Competition and Interdependence – The Dynamics of America-China Relations
7:00pm – 8:00pm | March 2nd. Craig B. Allen is Chairman of the US-China Business Council, a private, non-partisan, non-profit organization that provides China-focused advisory services to more than 200 companies. Visual Arts Center VAC-117 Semans Lecture Hall, Davidson College.
Saturday, March 4th
Davidson Farmers Market
9am – Noon | March 4th. winter market. No pets allowed. Downtown Davidson.
beer school 101
1:00pm – 2:30pm | March 4th. 26-year industry veteran David “DG” Gonzalez will share with attendees his unique insights into the brewing process, brewing ingredients, and how great beer is made. Attendees are escorted to guided tastings and take a tour of the brewing facility. $35. sign up online. Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd., Cornelius.
ghost hunt
6:30pm-9:30pm | 4th March. Participate in an authentic ghost hunt in the building and grounds (weather permitting) Led by members of the Charlotte Area Paranormal Society. Limited to 18 people for him over 12 years old. Tickets are $25. Hugh Torance House & Store, 8231 Gilead Rd., Huntersville.
Martin Sexton
Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 8pm | March 4th. His songs have appeared in TV series such as Scrubs, Parenthood, and Masters of Sex, as well as numerous movies, but his enthusiastic live shows, candid lyrics, and singing prowess have kept fans coming back for more. I will visit Tickets $45 – $65. Cain Center for the Arts.
March 5 (Sun)
purim carnival
9:30 a.m. to noon. | | March 5th. The Jewish Council of Lake Norman and the Youth Group of Temple Col Tikwar Annual Purim Carnival. The theme is Harry Potter.everyone is welcome Celebrate Purim. Let’s enjoy crafts and games in costume. Quidditch relay races, potion making, bounce houses and more. $8 per child. Purim is a Jewish holiday commemorating the saving of the Jews from Haman, who was planning to kill all the Jews in Persia, as mentioned in the Book of Esther. Temple Kol Tikvah, 605 South St., Davidson.
dog adoption event
Noon | March 5th. Animal rescue from Billie’s Buddies. Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd., Cornelius.
Guided tour of the house and shop
1:15 PM and 3:00 PM | Sunday. Travel back in time to 1779 and explore the Hugh Torrance House and Store. There are no fees, but donations are greatly appreciated. Cedar Grove and the Hugh Torance House and Store, 8231 Gilead Rd., Huntersville.
Until March 12th
Men of Change Art Exhibition
Check the website for gallery schedules. | | B. Gantt Center for African American Arts + Culture and the Levine Museum of the New South Men of Change: Power. victory. truth. Gantt shows Storytellers, Fathering, and Imagining. The Levine Museum showcases Catalysts, Mythbreakers, and Communities. Both museums in Charlotte display love. Admission is free.
Until March 26th
We Are In Hell by Jacolby Satterwhite. The artist will have an exhibition at Davidson from January 17th until he March 26th.
artist exhibition
10am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. Noon – 4pm on weekends | 17 Jan – 26 March. Jacolby Satterwhite’s Finding Home Again exhibition features his mythical and queer worlds inspired by pop his culture, African folklore, rituals, video his games, and personal stories of his digital his The animation focuses on his series, Birds in Paradise. For American artists, the liberation, regeneration and healing of black and queer bodies is accomplished through movement and sound. Van Every/Smith Gallery, Katherine and Tom Berg Visual Arts Center at Davidson College.
Until March 31st
homegrown exhibition
9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. Saturday 9am-noon. | | Until March 31st. A non-juried exhibition showcasing the talent of local artists. Cornelius Arts Center Gallery, 19725 Oak St. Flea. Gallery hours: Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm. Saturday 9am-noon. Closed on Fridays and Sundays.
Until May 8th
Bird watching tours are for those 65 years and older.Photo | Photo | Winghaven
Senior Bird Walk
9am | Mondays from 9th January to 8th May. Avid birdwatchers offer guided walks to spot birds at Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary and Seed Wildlife & Children’s Gardens. The 3.5 acres of open space fosters many local migratory songbirds. The walk is leisurely paced with opportunities to rest on benches and stay still for the birds. All levels of bird watching are welcome. $5-$10; call 704-331-0664 for tickets.wing heaven260 Ridegewood Ave., Charlotte 28209.
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