ON THE CIRCUIT
From left to right: The Christmas Vespers service at Davidson College, an evening with author Joyce Brown at Mooresville Public LIbrary, and Mistletoe Sip & Shop in Mooresville.
December! Compiled by Bek Mitchell-Kidd
Galleries
Nicholas Galanin’s “Dreaming in English” (Through Dec. 9) Nicholas Galanin’s work is rooted in his perspective as an Indigenous man, deeply connected to the land and his Tlingit/Unangax culture. His practice, encompasses sculpture, installation, photography, video, performance, printmaking and textile-based works. Free. Van Every/Smith Galleries, 315 N. Main Street, Davidson. www. davidsoncollegeartgalleries.org/ Amazing Abstract (Nov. 16 – Jan. 13, 2022) Stop by to view and shop local art. Free. Tues.-Fri., Noon-4 p.m. and Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Mooresville Arts Depot, 103 W. Center Avenue, Mooresville, www. mooresvillearts.org
Events
Mistletoe Sip & Shop (Dec. 3 and 17) Shop unique businesses and enjoy store specials, sumptuous sips, divine deals, yummy appetizers, gifts, treats and more. Free to attend. 6-8 p.m. Downtown Mooresville (Main + Broad Streets.) www.downtownmooresville.com New Moon Hike (Dec. 4) See the stars on a hike under the new moon. The dark skies of the new moon make for great stargazing in the Latta Prairie. Dress warm and bring a flashlight or headlamp to this 2-mile moderate hike. Ages 12+. Free. 6-7: 30 p.m. Meet at Quest Nature Center, 6345 Sample Rd Huntersville. Christmas Vespers: A Service of Lessons and Carols (Dec. 5) The annual Christmas Vespers service of lessons and carols is a timehonored tradition in the Davidson community. The traditional candlelight worship service features beautiful choral music provided by the Davidson College Chorale, and scripture readings by campus leaders reflecting upon the hope and promise of Christ’s birth in the Christmas season. Special guests include the Davidson College Brass Quintet and 68
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the Tower Ringers handbell ensemble. Free, but tickets are required. Contact the Union Box Office at 704.894.2135 to reserve tickets. 7-9 p.m. Davidson College Presbyterian Church Sanctuary, Davidson College, www.davidson.edu MPL Presents: An Evening with Joyce Brown: Appalachian Roots, Poems and Songs (Dec. 9) North Carolina writer Joyce Brown will read from her new books poetry, sing, and play Appalachian music that’s inspired her life’s work. Free. 6:30 p.m. Youth Services Community Room, Mooresville Public Library, 304 South Main Street, Mooresville, www.mooresvillenc.gov/225/Library
Family
Visit with Santa at Silly Chickens Lodge (Dec. 4) Mr. and Mrs. Claus are teaming up with Little Smiles, a local nonprofit that works with terminally ill children. Please bring a child-themed blanket from Wal-Mart, Target, or Kohl’s to donate. Stay for photos in the festively decorated lodge with Mr. and Mrs. Claus—don’t forget your camera! Register for your spot at https://www.signupgenius.com/ go/10c0f45ada622a0fc1-silly2. Free; blanket donations requested. Silly Chickens Lodge, 1307 Oak Ridge Farm Hwy., Mooresville.
Theatre
Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some) (Dec. 2 – 19) Instead of performing Charles Dickens’ beloved holiday classic for the umpteenth time, three actors decide to perform every Christmas story ever told — plus Christmas traditions from around the world, seasonal icons from ancient times to topical pop-culture, and every carol ever sung. A madcap romp through the holiday season. Adults, $20, Seniors, $18, Students, $15. Thurs-Sat., 8 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m. Davidson Community Players, Armour Street Theatre. 307 Armour St., Davidson, www.davidsoncommunityplayers.org..
