ART
Art Galleries Through Dec. 12
Davidson College – “Collected Light.” Features works from Davidson College’s collection of 19th and 20th century photographs, and photo-based works from current Davidson faculty, staff and students. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays, noon-4 p.m. weekends, Van Every and Smith Galleries, Belk Visual Arts Center. Free. Details: 704-894-2519.

Throughout December
Merrill-Jennings Galleries – “A Lake Norman Christmas,” featuring all the original watercolors by Davidson artist Virginia Quillen to illustrate the new book and DVD collection “Lake Reflections.” Also featured are all gallery artists (with an emphasis on the lake) and introducing new painter Paul Keysar and collage artist Jennifer Harroun. Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 463 S. Main St., Davidson. Details: 705-895-1213. Book details: lakereflectionsbook.com.

Christa Faut Gallery – Group exhibition of paintings and drawings by gallery artists; precious metal show “Jewelry for the Holidays.” Gallery hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or by appointment Saturday. 19818 N. Cove Road, Jetton Village, Cornelius. Details: 704-892-5312; www.christafautgallery.com; info@christafautgallery.com.

Dec. 1-Jan. 7
Cornelius Arts Center – Features works by Creative Art Exchange and Children’s Arts Project faculty and staff. Art will be for sale. Opening event, 7 p.m. Dec. 7. 19725 Oak St., Unit 1. Gallery hours: 1-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday. Free. Details:
www.creativeartexchange.org; 704-892-7323.

MUSIC
Friday, Dec. 7
Musical Interludes – Davidson music students will perform a variety of works in a lunchtime concert. 12:30 p.m. Tyler-Tallman Hall, Sloan Music Center. Reception afterward. Free. Details: 704-894-2848.

Wednesday, Dec. 12
Pop Concert – Tim Reynolds, a frequent collaborator with the Dave Matthews band, will perform a solo acoustic concert. 8 p.m. Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College. Tickets: $20, available at the College Union box office, by phone at 704-894-2135, or at www.davidson.edu/tickets.
Details: 704-894-2192.

STAGE
Friday Nov. 30
“Murder Me Always” – Dinner theater performance presented by the Lincoln Theatre Guild. WoodMill Winery, 1350 Woodmill Winery Lane, Vale. Details: 704-735-2281.

SPECIAL EVENTS
Saturday, Dec. 1
Denver Art Trail – See original watercolor, oil, acrylic, fiber art, pottery, baskets, jewelry, wood, metal and clay sculpture and photography works. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Locations are Fine Framing and Gallery, 120 N.C. 16 S., Food Lion Shopping Center at N.C. 16 and N.C. 73; 1732 Verdict Ridge Drive; 1866 Verdict Ridge Drive; Blue Heron Bed & Breakfast, 4339 Little Fork Cove Road; 2832 Morris Lane; 8890 Graham Point Lane, and Frameworks and Gallery, 1215 N.C. 16 N., across from the Captain’s Cap restaurant. Details: Alex Miller, 704-489-9494.

Downtown Mooresville Gallery Crawl – Original art is displayed and available for purchase at the Depot Fine Arts Gallery, the Garden Party, Hands On Studio, Cotton Ketchie’s Landmark Galleries, Tropical Connections, Lakeside Designs, Four Corners Gallery and Framing, Old World Arts, Ye Olde Mantel, Soirée, Mooresville Café and Grill and the Prickly Pear. Many other local businesses also remain open. Many galleries have wine and refreshments available. 6-8 p.m.
Details: 704-663-6661.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

HOLIDAY EVENTS
Friday-Saturday, Nov. 23-24
A Plantation Christmas - Celebrate Christmas in 19th century backcountry style. The plantation house, kitchen and slave cabin will be decorated according to the period and open for tours. Open-hearth cooking will be demonstrated in the kitchen. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Historic Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Road, Huntersville. Adults, $6; students and ages 62 and older, $5; ages 5 and under, free. Details: 704-875-2312;
www.lattaplantation.org.
Nov. 29-Dec. 1

Christmas in Davidson – 6-9 p.m. Downtown Davidson. Opening ceremonies 6 p.m. Thursday on the Village Green. Doggie Fashion Show on Friday evening. Live Nativity, Davidson United Methodist Church. Horse-drawn carriage rides depart from Town Hall. Carriage tickets on sale at Town Hall each evening. Strolling carolers will add to the atmosphere. Story, page 16.

Little Bits of Christmas Cheer – This 15-minute holiday playlet is perfect for ages 2-10 and all others. Includes such favorites as “Frog and Toad’s Wild Ride.” Performed by the Connie Company, the children’s theater arm of Davidson Community Players. 7 and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29, Dec. 1; 7:30 and 8 p.m. Nov. 30. Davidson Town Hall. Free.

Nov. 30-Dec. 1, Dec. 6-9, 13-16
“A Christmas Carol” – The Charles Dickens classic. 7:30 p.m. Thursday; 8 p.m. Friday, Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Hickory Community Theater, 30 Third St. N.W., Hickory. Adults, $16; students and seniors, $14; ages 18 and under, $7. Details, tickets: 828-327-3855;
boxoffice@hct.org; www.hct.org.

Nov. 30-Dec. 2
Christmas Tour for Sally’s Y – Tour of homes to benefit Sally’s YMCA of east Lincoln County, featuring historic Ingleside and Maple Grove in the Denver area. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday. $25; limited number of tickets available each day. Parking, check-in and courtesy shuttles will be available at East Lincoln High School. No vehicle parking will be allowed at the tour site. Final shuttle of the day will leave check-in at 3 p.m. No cameras or pets are permitted. Story, page 34.

Saturday, Dec. 1
Breakfast with Santa – Food, fellowship, arts and crafts, entertainment and a visit with Santa. Includes free 5x7 photo with Santa. 8:30-11:30 a.m. Lowe’s YMCA gymnasium, Mooresville. Y family members, $18; others, $25. Open to the public. Details, to register: 704-716-4000.

North Mecklenburg Christmas Parade – Sponsored by the Davidson Fire Department and Cornelius-Lemley Volunteer Fire Department. Leaves Beaty Street in Davidson at 1 p.m., travels along N.C. 115 and ends at Mount Zion United Methodist Church in Cornelius about 3 p.m. To obtain an application: 704-892-3349; www.d-recs.org.

Cornelius Holiday Celebration – Horse-drawn carriage rides, arts and crafts. Balloon-making elf, visit from Santa with photo opportunities available. 2:30-5 p.m. Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave. Sponsored by Lake Norman Chrysler Jeep Dodge and the McIntosh Law Firm.

Christmas Tree Lighting – Santa will be there with gifts for the children. Sponsored by the Sherrills Ford Friends of the Library. 6:30 p.m. Sherrills Ford Library. Free.

Sunday, Dec. 2
Walk-in “Messiah” – Annual event presented by Mitchell Community College. Area vocalists will perform. Anyone who enjoys singing can participate. If interested in participating, plan to attend the rehearsal at 3 p.m. Dec. 1. Concert 3 p.m. Sunday. Both in Shearer Hall, 500 W. Broad St., Statesville. Free. Details: 704-878-4321; www.mitchellcc.edu.

Monday, Dec. 3
“Messiah” – Dr. Raymond Sprague will lead the Davidson College Concert Choir and members of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. The concert will feature Jacquelyn Culpepper, soprano, and Diane Thornton, contralto. 7:30 p.m. Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College. General admission, $20; seniors, faculty and college staff, $15; students, free at the door. Tickets available at the door, by calling 704-894-2135 or by visiting the box office in the Knobloch Campus Center. Details:704-894-2848.

Monday, Tuesday, Dec. 3, 4
“Joyfully We Sing.” – Concerts by the North Mecklenburg Community Chorus. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3, Mount Zion United Methodist Church, Cornelius; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4, Huntersville Presbyterian Church. Free. Donations accepted. Details: 704-947-0438, www.northmeckcommunitychorus.org.

Tuesday, Dec. 4
Tanglewood Park Festival Tour – For adults. Sponsored by the Davidson Parks and Recreation Department. 4-9 p.m. Leaves from Davidson Town Hall. Davidson residents, $10; others, $15. Details, to register: 704-892-3349, ext. 2; www.d-recs.org.

First Day of Hanukkah – Special table of crafts and books to celebrate the eight days of Hanukkah. Craft books and cookbooks to use with children available. 6-8 p.m. Sherrills Ford Branch Library. Details: 828-478-2729.

Wednesday, Dec. 5
Homeschool Christmas – A Victorian Christmas celebration for homeschoolers and their families, including house tours, Christmas cooking in the kitchen, crafts and a visit from St. Nick. Noon-4 p.m. Latta Plantation, Huntersville. $5; ages 4 and under, free. Details, to register: 704-875-2312.

Wednesdays, Dec. 5, 12, 19
Christmas Crafts for Kids – During story hours for pre-schoolers, 10 a.m.; for school-age children, 3-5 p.m. Sherrills Ford Branch Library. Details: 828-478-2729.

Wednesday, Dec. 5 or Friday, Dec. 7
Hanukkah Songs and Crafts – Show children ages 2-5 the joys and traditions of this favorite Jewish holiday; featuring songs, crafts and noshes. 10-11 a.m. Children’s Arts Project, Cornelius Arts Center, 19725 Oak St. $10 per child, with adult. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-896-8823, childrensartsproject@yahoo.com and www.childrensartsproject.org.

Thursday, Dec. 6
Handmade Holiday Cards – For ages 6-11. Includes rubber stamping, embossing and collage. Registration required. 3-4:30 p.m. Children’s Arts Project, Cornelius Arts Center, 19725 Oak St. $14. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-896-8823, childrensartsproject@yahoo.com
and www.childrensartsproject.org.

Saturday, Dec. 8
Breakfast with Santa – Includes arts and crafts. Magic show and a visit with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. 8:30-11:30 a.m. Lake Norman YMCA gymnasium, Cornelius. YMCA family members, $10; others, $15. Open to the public. Details, to register: 704-716-4400.

Mrs. Happy Holiday Shares Stories of the Season – This program invites children of all abilities to listen to a storyteller, read stories with peers and complete a holiday craft project. Ages 5-7, 9:30-10:30 a.m.; ages 8-10, 11 a.m.-noon. Davidson Town Hall. $12; family discount, $10 per child. Details, to register: 704-892-3349; www.d-recs.org.

Children’s Holiday Party – Crafts, Paws to Read, refreshments, visit with Santa. For all ages. 10 a.m.-noon. Youth Services Department, Mooresville Public Library. No registration required. Details: 704-664-2927.

Holiday Paper Collage Creations – For grades 1-4. Learn to make paper and turn it into ornaments and cards. 2-4 p.m. Children’s Arts Project, Cornelius Arts Center, 19725 Oak St. $14. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-896-8823, childrensartsproject@yahoo.com and www.childrensartsproject.org.

Saturday, Dec. 8
Make and Take Holiday Crafts for Teens – 3-4 p.m. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

Candlelight Christmas – Step back in time to a 19th century Christmas as you are led through Latta Plantation by lantern. Visit the carriage barn, kitchen, plantation house and slave cabin. 6-9 p.m. Latta Plantation, Huntersville. Adults, $7; ages 62 and older and students, $6; ages 5 and under, free. Details: 704-875-2312.

Lake Norman Orchestra Holiday Concert – Features a variety of holiday favorites, including a performance by the Mooresville Intermediate School chorus and a visit from Santa. 7 p.m. Roland R. Morgan Auditorium, Mooresville High School, 659 E. Center Ave. $10; ages 12 and under, $5. Details, tickets: 704-799-9995; www.lknorchestra.org.

Saturday, Sunday, Dec. 8-9
Holiday Tour of Historic Statesville Homes – Includes nine historic homes, all on the National Register of Historic Places, decorated for the holidays. Advance tickets, $12; tour days, $15. Sponsored by Preservation Statesville. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Details, tickets: visitstatesville.org; preservationstatesville@yahoo.com; 704-878-3480.

Beggar Boys Holiday Performance – Traditional Irish and Scottish music, including favorite carols and energetic dance tunes. The Boston-based group will be joined by Irish step dancers from Charlotte’s Rince na h’Eireann academy of Irish Dance. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Ada Jenkins Center in Davidson. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8; 3 p.m. Dec. 9. St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 301 Caldwell Lane, Davidson. General admission, $15; ages 65 and older and students, $10; under age 10, free. Tickets available at the door, or call 704-941-0650, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays. Details: www.saintalbans-davidson.org/musicatstalbans.htm.

Sunday, Dec. 9
Hanukkah at Birkdale – Beth Shalom of Lake Norman presents the third Hanukkah at Birkdale. Food, crafts and the lighting of the menorah. 1 p.m. Birkdale Village.

Christmas Vespers – The Davidson College Chorale, Brass Ensemble and Flute Choir will provide musical accompaniment for the college’s annual Christmas Vespers service. Pre-service music, 7 p.m.; service, 7:30 p.m. Davidson College Presbyterian Church. No charge to attend. Details:
704-894-2848.

Tuesday, Dec. 11
Stocks for Tots – Donations provide gifts for children in need and go toward helping prevent child abuse. Includes show cars, entertainment, live auction beginning at 5:30 p.m. and opportunity to get autographs from NASCAR celebrities beginning at 7 p.m. Charles Mack Citizen Center, 215 N. Main St., downtown Mooresville. Admission and wristband: $10 and a new toy. For a $250 advance donation, donors will receive “will call” access to 2 wristbands the day of the event. These wristbands enable donors to move to the front of a driver’s autograph line. Regular wristbands will be available from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. the day of the event at the North Carolina Racing Hall of Fame on Knob Hill Road in the Lakeside Business Park in Mooresville, then at the entry points leading into the event after 4 p.m. Details: www.stocksfortots.com.

Mitchell Community College Holiday Chorus Concert – Performed by the 70-member community choir and the student choral ensemble. Includes an audience sing-a-long of holiday carols. 7:30 p.m. Shearer Hall, 500 W. Broad St., Statesville. Free. Details: 704-878-4321; www.mitchellcc.edu.

Wednesday, Dec. 12
Christmas Songs and Crafts – A festive event for singers of all ages and abilities, plus holiday crafts and Christmas cookies. For ages 2-5 with an adult helper. 10-11 a.m. Children’s Arts Project, Cornelius Arts Center, 19725 Oak St. $10 per child. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-896-8823, childrensartsproject@yahoo.com and www.childrensartsproject.org.

Thursday, Dec. 13
Build a Gingerbread House – Gingerbread cottage is made from graham crackers, icing and festive confections. For all the family. 10-11 a.m. Children’s Arts Project, Cornelius Arts Center, 19725 Oak St. $16 per child; no charge for parents. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-896-8823, childrensartsproject@yahoo.com and www.childrensartsproject.org.
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, McAdenville Tour – For adults. Sponsored by the Davidson Parks and Recreation Department. 4-9 p.m. Leaves from Davidson Town Hall. Davidson residents, $15; others, $20. Details, to register: 704-892-3349, ext. 2; www.d-recs.org.

Friday, Dec. 14
All the Sounds and Smells of Christmas – Get hands-on with cinnamon, nutmeg and more. For ages 2-5, with helper. 10-11 a.m. Children’s Arts Project, Cornelius Arts Center, 19725 Oak St. $10. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-896-8823, childrensartsproject@yahoo.com and www.childrensartsproject.org.

“In The Nutcracker Mood” – Features the Mountain Marionettes. Includes favorite holiday songs, plus a rendition of the “Nutcracker.” 11 a.m. Youth Services Department, Mooresville Public Library. 304 S. Main St. Free. Details: 704-664-2927.

A Huntersville Christmas – Huntersville’s downtown will be transformed into a winter wonderland for this evening. There will be pony rides, a magic show, entertainment, horse and carriage rides, a bonfire, storytelling, rides and games, children’s crafts and a visit from Santa. 6-9 p.m. Free.

Saturday, Dec. 15
Make Your Own Gingerbread House – For grades K-5. 10 a.m. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

Four-part Harmony Christmas Show – Presented by the Carolina Style Chorus of Sweet Adelines and Carolina Moonlighters Men’s barbershop chorus. 7:30 p.m. The Arts & Science Center of the Catawba Valley, Hickory. Tickets: $10; seniors, students, $8. Details, tickets: 828-328-1173; 704-735-9537.

Sunday, Dec. 16
“Nutcracker” – Performed by students and the ballet companies from the Academy of Dance and Fine Arts in Mooresville. 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Mooresville Senior High School auditorium. Adults, $8; ages 5-12, $5; ages 4 and younger, free. Details, tickets: 704-663-3169; www.adfadancestudio.com.

Saturday, Dec. 22
Breakfast With Santa – Includes stories, songs. For families with children. 10 a.m. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

BUSINESS
Thursday, Dec. 6
Small Business Day – The Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Small Business Administration welcome small businesses that are interested in obtaining a loan. Free one-hour sessions. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Appointments: 704-664-3898.

CLASSES
Wednesdays, Thursdays or Saturdays
Watercolor with Jim Kerr – For adults. Includes landscapes, seascapes, still life and portraits. 9 a.m.-noon. Dec. 5-15, 6-13 or 8-15. Davidson Parks and Recreation offices. Davidson residents, $32; others, $40. Details, to register: 704-892-3349, ext. 2; www.d-recs.org.

Tuesdays
Painting for Adults – For all skill levels. Students can paint in the medium of their choice and should take their supplies (paints, paper or canvas, brushes, etc.). 10 a.m.-noon. Depot Fine Arts Gallery, 103 W. Center Ave., Mooresville. Mooresville Artist Guild members, $10 per class; others, $15. Details, to register: 704-663-6661.

Wednesdays
English as a Second Language – For those with little or no basic knowledge of English. 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Huntersville Arts and Cultural Center, 109 S. Old Statesville Road. $5 monthly donation (scholarships available). Child care available. Details: Solomon House, 704-875-7727.

Tuesday, Nov. 27
Googling for Adults – Learn to improve your Internet skills using Google to search for text, images or topics. Requires basic computer and Internet searching experience. 9:30 a.m. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

Saturday, Dec. 1
Piedmont Landscaping, Naturescaping Training – Mecklenburg County Solid Waste Management, in cooperation with Stewardship Services, is offering this workshop on environmentally friendly methods for designing and maintaining your yard. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Latta Plantation Nature Center, 6211 Sample Road, Huntersville. For ages 16 and older. $10. Details, to register: 704-875-1391.

Portrait Workshop – Uses live models. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Depot Fine Arts Gallery, 103 W. Center Ave., Mooresville. Mooresville Artist Guild members, $85; others, $95. Details, to register: Tiffany Fox, 704-660-6733; loufox@alltel.net.

Saturdays, Dec. 1, 15
Adult, Child and Infant CPR, First Aid – 8 a.m.-5 p.m. American Red Cross, 145 W. Statesville Ave., Mooresville. $60. Details, to register: 704-664-2500.

Monday, Dec. 3
Internet Basics for Adults – 9:30 a.m. Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

Ceramic Ornaments – Choose your own theme for a set of pressed and hand-cut ornaments in clay. On the first night, shape the ornaments out of clay and return the following Monday to glaze them for kiln firing. Firing included. All skill levels welcome. 6:30-9 p.m. Creative Art Exchange, 19725 Oak St., Cornelius. Members, $50; others, $65. Details, to register: 704-892-7323 or visit www.creativeartexchange.org.

Tuesday, Dec. 4
Excel Basics – Learn to create, edit and save a basic spreadsheet. 11:30 a.m. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

Wednesdays, Dec. 5 and 12
Handbuilding with Texture for Adults – Learn texturing techniques for clay. Firing included. All levels; some ceramics experience preferred. 6:30-9 p.m. Creative Art Exchange, 19725 Oak St., Cornelius. Members, $50; others, $65. Details, to register: 704-892-7323 or visit www.creativeartexchange.org.

Thursday, Dec. 6
Computer Basics for Adults – 9:30 a.m. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

Weave a Napkin Basket – For adults. Create a square basket just the right size for napkins. All skill levels welcome. 6:30-9 p.m. Creative Art Exchange, 19725 Oak St., Cornelius. Members, $35; others, $40. Details, to register: 704-892-7323 or visit www.creativeartexchange.org.

Dec. 6, 18
Adult CPR, Automated External Defibrillator, First Aid, Blood-borne Pathogens – 8 a.m.-4 p.m. American Red Cross, 145 W. Statesville Ave., Mooresville. $70. Details, to register: 704-664-2500.

Saturday, Dec. 8
Origami Ornaments, Boxes – For teens and adults. Learn to fold a variety of ornaments and unique boxes that you can use for decorating and gift giving. Supplies and diagrams provided. 1-4 p.m. Creative Art Exchange, 19725 Oak St., Cornelius. Members, $35; others, $40. Details, to register: 704-892-7323 or visit www.creativeartexchange.org.

Raku Firing – Advanced ceramics students who have thrown and bisqued pottery prepared may take up to 4 bisqued pieces to glaze and raku fire. 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. Creative Art Exchange, 19725 Oak St., Cornelius. Members, $10; others, $25. Details, to register: 704-892-7323 or visit www.creativeartexchange.org.

Dec. 10 or 15
Infant/Child CPR – Includes information on what to do if a child is choking, as well as home and car safety. 6:30-9 p.m. Dec. 10; 9-11:30 a.m. Dec. 15. Lake Norman Regional Medical Center, Mooresville. Details, to register: 704-660-4374.

Tuesday, Dec. 11
E-mail Basics for Adults – 9:30 a.m. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

Pet First Aid – 6-10 p.m. American Red Cross, 145 W. Statesville Ave., Mooresville. $30. Details, to register: 704-664-2500.

Thursday, Dec. 13
Word Basics for Adults – Computer class. 9:30 a.m. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

Carolina Snowflake Reed Ornaments – Adults can learn to weave a traditional reed snowflake. Supplies and instructions provided. All skill levels welcome. 6:30-9 p.m. Creative Art Exchange, 19725 Oak St., Cornelius. Members, $35; others, $40. Details, to register: 704-892-7323 or visit www.creativeartexchange.org.

Saturday, Dec. 15
Presenting Your Art Like a Pro – Nervous about entering that big exhibit? Hate writing artist statements? Judy Clifford from the Arts and Science Council covers what to include in a professional artist’s presentation packet. 10 a.m.-noon. Creative Art Exchange, 19725 Oak St., Cornelius. Members, $35; others, $40. Details, to register: 704-892-7323 or visit www.creativeartexchange.org.

COMMUNITY/FAMILY
Mondays
Wellness Screenings – Registered parish nurses, in association with the Presbyterian Hospital Parish Nursing Program, provide free wellness screenings, including blood pressure and pulse readings, assist with weight and diet management, and supply information on specific medications and health conditions and will suggest further medical help, if needed. 8-10 a.m. Connor Recreation Center, Rehobeth United Methodist Church, McGee Road, Terrell. Details: 828-478-2518.

Canasta – Learn to play or find a place to play. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. War Memorial Building, 220 N. Maple St., Mooresville. Details: 704-663-7026.

Saturday, Dec. 1
Mooresville Cruise-in – Includes toy drive. Take new, unwrapped toys to the cruise-in. Donations will go to SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now). Stroll Main and Broad streets in downtown Mooresville, take in the classic cars (1977 and older), check out sidewalk sales, listen to music, grab something to eat from a vendor or local restaurant, visit art galleries or just people watch. 4-8 p.m. Free. Details: 704-664-3898; www.mooresvillenc.org.

Tuesday, Dec. 4
Family Gaming Night – The whole family can enjoy video games. 6:30-8:30 p.m. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Details: 704-895-0318.

Digital Storybook – Learn to preserve your digital photos and create digital albums online. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Huntersville Parks and Recreation multi-purpose room, 12600 Old Statesville Road. Free. Details, to register: 704-766-2220.

Friday, Dec. 7
Observing the Winter Sky – Take a short hike to the Piedmont prairie, then find and discuss the many heavenly bodies. For ages 7 and older. 7-9 p.m. Latta Plantation Nature Center, 6211 Sample Road, Huntersville. Adults, $4; children, $3. Details, to register: 704-875-1391.

Tuesday, Dec. 11
Bingo – 10:30 a.m. second Tuesday of each month. East Lincoln Community Center, 8160 Optimist Club Drive, Denver. Free. Details: 704-483-8980.

Scrapbook Workshop – Learn the basics of album-making and photo organization techniques. Take your photos and scrapbook supplies. For adults and home-schooled teens. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Huntersville Parks and Recreation multi-purpose room, 12600 Old Statesville Road. $10. Details, to register: 704-766-2220.

Saturday, Dec. 15
World of Wonders Walk – Take a hike that will increase your knowledge and appreciation of nature through participation and discovery. Wear clothing that can get dirty. For all ages. 10-11 a.m. Latta Plantation Nature Center, 6211 Sample Road, Huntersville. Adults, $4; children, $3. Details, to register: 704-875-1391.

Cruise-in – The Hillbilly Hotrodders group holds benefit cruise-ins to help people or groups in need. 4 p.m. In front of Untouchables Pizza, N.C. 16 and N.C. 150, Denver.

ADULTS
Fridays
Duplicate Bridge – Play bridge or learn to play. 9:30 a.m. Huntersville Community Room. Free. Details:
704-948-7218.

Wednesdays, Dec. 5, 19
Stitch-in – Take a bag lunch and a portable craft (needlework, knitting, scrapbooking, beading, etc.) and share ideas. Noon-2 p.m. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

KIDS
Saturday Nov. 24
Paws to Read – Children of all ages can practice reading to a trained therapy dog. Dogs with their handlers will be available from 10 a.m. to noon. Mooresville Public Library, Youth Services Department, 304 S. Main St. Details: 704-664-2927.
Friday, Dec. 7

First Friday Out – Child care for ages 3-6 while parents go out. Includes activities and snacks. 6-9 p.m. St. Alban’s Episcopal Preschool, Davidson. Davidson residents, $20; others, $25. Details, to register: 704-892-3349, ext. 2; www.d-recs.org.

Dec. 26-28, 31
Kids Out Fun Days – Activities while children in grades K-5 are out of school. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Waymer Center, Huntersville. Field trips include, Dec. 26, Northcross Bowling; Dec. 27, Chuck E. Cheese; Dec. 28, Ray’s Splash Planet; Dec. 31, Cici’s Pizza. Lunch provided on field trips. Huntersville residents, $25; others, $35. Early drop-off at 7:30 for an additional $7. Details, to register: 704-766-2220.

Thursday, Dec. 27
Vacation Bingo – Ages 5-12 can play bingo and win prizes. 4 p.m. Youth Services Department, Mooresville Public Library, 304 S. Main St. No registration required.
Details: 704-664-2927.

SENIORS
Weekdays
Exercise Classes – 9:30 a.m. The Glens clubhouse, Huntersville. Details, cost for non-residents: 704-947-7635.

Tuesdays
Bingo – 10:30 a.m. The Glens clubhouse, Huntersville. Details, any cost for non-residents: 704-947-7635.
Tuesdays, through May 20

Badminton – 9-11 a.m. Waymer Center gym, Huntersville. Free. Details: 704-766-2220.

Beginning Billiards Lessons – 1:30-3:30 p.m. South Iredell Senior Center, 215 N. Main St., downtown Mooresville. Details: 704-662-3337.

Tuesdays, Thursdays
Basic Computer Skills – 9-11 a.m. Willie L. Hooper Community Center, 221 S. Sherrill St., Mooresville. Details: Barbara Johnson, 704-663-0033.

Wednesdays
Camp for Hispanic Seniors – Sponsored by the Huntersville Parks and Recreation Department, Solomon House and North Mecklenburg Senior Services. Fun activities, exercise, short-distance field trips, crafts and community service. Breakfast included. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Huntersville Arts and Cultural Center, 109 S. Old Statesville Road. $10 registration; $5 per month (scholarships available). Details: Solomon House, 704-875-7727.

Bridge – 2-4 p.m. Glens clubhouse, Birkdale Commons, Huntersville. Details: 704-947-7635.

Thursdays
Table Tennis, Billiards, Cards – 7 p.m. South Iredell Senior Center, 215 N. Main St., Mooresville. Potluck dinner 6 p.m. first Thursday of each month. Details: 704-662-3337.

Fridays
Bridge, Board Games – 1:30 p.m. Glens clubhouse, Birkdale Commons, Huntersville. Details: 704-947-7635.

Tuesdays, Nov. 27, Dec. 18
Album-Making Class – Learn to organize and save family photos. A photo-safe sorting box that holds to 600 5 x7 photos is yours to keep. 10 a.m.-noon. Huntersville Parks and Recreation multi-purpose room, 12600 Old Statesville Road. $16. Details, to register: 704-766-2220.

Tuesday, Dec. 4
Senior Social – 10:30 a.m. first Tuesday of each month. East Lincoln Community Center, 8160 Optimist Club Drive, Denver. Free. Details: 704-483-8980.

Tuesday, Dec. 11
Learn to Apply for Social Security Benefits – Appointments 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
South Iredell Senior Center, 215 N. Main St., Mooresville. Take a certified copy of birth certificate, military service documentation, 2006 W-2 forms and spouse’s Social Security number. Spanish interpreter available on request. Details, appointment: 704-662-3337.

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION
Tuesday, Dec. 11
Game Night – Young people ages 13-24 of all abilities can play board games, listen to music and socialize. 6:30-8 p.m. Arts and Cultural Center, 109 S. Old Statesville Road, Huntersville. $5. Details, to register: 766-2220.

TEENS
Fridays
Community Youth Center – Games, food and activities for students in sixth grade through college. 7-11 p.m. Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church, Sherrills Ford. No admission charge. Details: 828-381-9381.

Saturdays
Cartoon Drawing Classes – For grades 6-8. 10 a.m.-noon. Depot Fine Arts Gallery, 103 W. Center Ave., Mooresville. Mooresville Artist Guild family members, $10; others, $15. Details: Jeremy Morgan, 706-218-6939; www.mooresvilleartistguild.com.

Thursday, Dec. 6
Wii Mania – Play the new Nintendo game. All games rated E for everyone or T for teen. 5 p.m. Cornelius Library. Free. Registration required. 704-655-9409.

Saturday, Dec. 8, 13
Princeton Review Practice SAT – Free, full-length SAT exam. 9:30 a.m. Review of the test and strategies for success will be covered at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 13. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

Saturday, Dec. 8, 22
American Red Cross Baby-sitting Class – Ages 11 and up. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Huntersville Arts and Cultural Center. Take a bag lunch. $30. Details, to register: 704-664-2500, www.redcrosshelps.org.

Dec. 26, 27
Winter Break Gaming Extravaganza – Play a variety of Wii and Xbox games, as well as favorite board games. All games rated E for everyone or T for teen. 2 p.m. Cornelius Library. Free. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-55-9409.

Monday, Dec. 31
New Year’s Eve Party – For students in grades 6-12. Pizza, snacks and games. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. North County Regional Library, Huntersville. Free. Registration required. Details, to register: 704-895-0318.

RECREATION/FITNESS
Tuesdays, Thursdays
Lunchtime Basketball – Pickup games. Noon-1 p.m. Waymer gym, Huntersville. Free. Details: 704-766-2220.

Weekdays
Body & Soul Fitness – Certified instructors and fun routines focusing on core strength, balance and Pilates. 9:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 7 p.m. Monday, Thursday. Lake Norman Baptist Church, Huntersville. Child care available for morning classes. Details, to register: Teresa, 704-827-4214; Julie, 704-948-1112.

To Submit Items
Items to be considered for the Community Calendar should reach us two months in advance. We realize that not all plans are firm two months ahead, and we will try to consider and work into the January calendar those items that reach us by Dec. 7. Please include your name and a contact phone number or e-mail address and send to Community Calendar, Lake Norman Magazine, 400-B North Harbor Place, Davidson, NC 28036, e-mail LNMag@lakenormanmagazine.com and put “Community Calendar” in the subject line or fax to 704-896-0661.