TODAY
Faith Board of Aldermen, 7 p.m., Town Hall, 100 N. Main St., Faith.
Salisbury Planning Board, 4 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall, 217 S. Main St.
Spencer Board of Aldermen, 7 p.m., Spencer Municipal Building, 600 S. Salisbury Ave., Spencer.
ěRowanís Pirates Baseball Teamî by Joel Smeltzer, 7 p.m., program about the old Rowan baseball. Presented by Rowan History Club in roundtable format. Free. Rowan Museum, 202 N. Main St., 704-633-5946, rowanmuseum@carolina. rr.com.
WEDNESDAY
AARP Driver Safety Class, 12:30 p.m., Rufty-Holmes Senior Center. For older drivers interested in a four-hour training class in refining existing driving skills and developing defensive driving techniques. Insurance discounts are available for those completing the course. $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members. For more information, call 704-216-7714.
THURSDAY, May 12
Red Cross Blood Drive, 1-5:30 p.m., Stallings Memorial Baptist, 817 S. Main St.
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, presented by The Piedmont Players Youth Theater, ThursdayíSaturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. www.piedmontplayers.com, 704-633-5471
Momentary Prophets at EastSquare, 7:30 p.m., music by The Momentary Prophets. Also a readerís theatre presentation of the story ěPinocchio.î EastSquare ArtWorks, 120 E. Innes St. 704-647-0999, faithart@bellsouth.net.
Summer Fling Fashion Show, to benefit The Humane Society, at Stitchin’ Post Gifts, 104 S. Main St. www.spgifts.com, 704-637-0708.
Grammy award-winning David Holt in concert ó 7 p.m., Thursday, May 12, Stanly County Senior Center, tickets $10, available at the Senior Center or 704-986-3769 to charge by phone. Stanly County Senior Center, 283 N. Third Street, Albemarle.
Modern Film Fest, 7 p.m., ěRed Dirt Rising,î the true story of a decade (1939-49) in the life of racer Jimmy Lewallen, at the Davis Theatre, 65 Union St. South, Concord. www.CabarrusArtsCouncil.org.
FRIDAY, May 13
Rowan County Relay for Life, 7 p.m. Fridaythrough 7 a.m. Saturday, Rowan County Fairgrounds, Julian Road.
ěGrand Slam,î play about one of Americaís greatest players of the Negro baseball league; Dunbar Reunion Committee fundraiser; 7 p.m. Friday; 4 and 7 p.m. Sunday, Black Box Theater, 405 N. Lee St. Tickets $10 in advance, $15 at door. 704-279-8191.
Celebrating Americaís Treasures, cocktail party sponsored by Historic Salisbury Foundation for National Preservation Month, 6 p.m., at the Dr. Stokes-Snider House, 324 N. Fulton St. $25 per person.
Service to Seniors Awards Luncheon, noon, Rufty-Holmes Senior Center, 1120 South Boundary St. Tickets are $7 at the door, but reservations are required; call 704-216-7714 by May 11.
Concert Choirís Spring Concert, 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Union Lutheran Church, 4770 Bringle Ferry Road. Call 704-603-3310 or stop by the Convention & Visitors Bureau for tickets; $10 adult, $7 student with ID.
John Rutterís ěRequiem,î with orchestra ó Piedmont Choral Society and the sanctuary choir of First Presbyterian Church, Concord, 7 p.m., Friday and 3 p.m., Sunday; Forest Hill United Methodist Church, 265 Union St., North, Concord. 704-699-6053
Piedmont Prime Time Community Bandís ěSpace, the Final Frontierî concert, 7:45 p.m., All Saints Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 525 Lake Concord Road, NE, Concord. Free admission, donations accepted. 704-932-9438 or 704-425-3508.
SATURDAY, May 14
All U can Eat Breakfast, 7-11 a.m., VFW Post 3006, 1200 Brenner Ave. Adults $6, children under 10 $3. For more information you can call 704-636-2104.
Catawba College graduation, 10 a.m., Keppel Auditorium (2 p.m. for School of Evening and Graduate Studies.
Hood Theological Seminary graduation.
Bestowal of Military Service Awards Program, Stanback Auditorium, Rowan Public Library, sponsored by the Robert F. Hoke Chapter, United Daughters of the Confederacy. 704-637-6411.
Art On Easy Street Festival, Liberty and N. Main streets, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. www.rowanarts.org, 704-638-9887
Eighth Annual Family Fun Day, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at the F&M Trolley Barn, sponsored by Waterworks Visual Arts Center and City of Salisbury Public Art Committee.
Lions Ride for the Blind 2011. Poker Run at Tilley Harley Davidson-Salisbury; registration at 8 a.m., departure at 9 a.m. Everyone will return to Tilleys by 2 p.m. Breakfast, lunch, doorprizes and more. 704-634-8003.
2nd Saturday Art Crawl, Salisbury and Spencer, 1-5 p.m. Maps and free parking available at galleries and at the Rowan Arts Council office. More info: 704-638-9887. www.rowanartcrawl.com
Fifth Annual Middle School Prom, 6-10 p.m., Salisbury City Park Center, 316 Lake Drive. $10 per person. Advance tickets only.
For more information call the Miller Recreation Center at 704-638-5297.
Third Annual Salisbury BBQ Festival, 11:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., on the Plaza, Spncer, sponsored by the Salisbury Rowan Cultural Arts Foundation, BBQ Festival Committee. Includes sampling, tasting and judging, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; BBQ Feast, 5-6:30 p.m. www.BBQFest2011.eventbrite.com
National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association weekend begins. Welcome reception/dinner for members at Holiday Inn, followed by the first Women in Sports Media Issues Forum, featuring Lesley Visser of CBS Sports.
By the WatersTour of Homes, five private waterfront homes onLake Jamesand the Linville River, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., hosted by Linville United Methodist Church of Morganton, 4446 NC 126, Morganton.
Salisbury Swing Band at J.F. Hurley YMCA. 7-10 p.m., May 7, $5 entry fee, bring a snack to share. 828 W Jake Alexander Blvd., 704-636-0111.
SUNDAY, May 15
National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association autograph session, 2 p.m., free and open to the public, Waterworks Visual Arts Center, 123 E. Liberty St.
Other NSSA events for members: National Athletic Trainers Association-sponsored brunch and seminars, Holiday Inn; dinner dance at Vintage Motor Club (old Gibson Mill) in Concord.
American Legacy and Spring Pops Concert, Salisbury-Rowan Choral Society, 3 p.m., Salisbury Civic Center. Adults $8, kids/seFree reception afterwards.
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MONDAY, May 16
NSSA events for members and guests: Golf tournament at Crescent Golf Club, tennis tournament at Catawba College, Historic Salisbury tour and lunch, cocktail reception/silent auction and 52nd Annual Awards Banquet at Goodman Gym, Catawba College.
Rowan County Board of Commissioners, 6 p.m., 130 W. Innes St.
Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners, 6:30 p.m., Governmental Center, 65 Church St. SE, Concord.
Cabarrus Republican Women: Guest speaker, Dan Forest, candidate for lt. governor. Registration/social hour begins at 6:30 p.m., program at 7. At The Village Church, 9280 Davidson Highway. Send reservations to CabarrusRepublicanWomen@gmail.com or call 704-621-6984.
TUESDAY, May 17
Salisbury City Council, 4 p.m., City Hall, 217 S. Main St. (Shown on Access16 Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays at 9 a.m., 3 p.m., 8 p.m.)
Rowan County Tea Party Patriots, regular monthly meeting, Blue Bay Seafood Restaurant on Statesville Blvd. Dinner at 6 p.m., meeting at 7.
WEDNESDAY, May 18
Salsa Chicken at J.F. Hurley YMCA, $5/plate.
THURSDAY, May 19
Port-A-Pit Barbecue fundraiser, J.F. Hurley YMCA, $8/plate (half of a barbecue chicken, baked beans, slaw and roll).
FRIDAY, May 20
Salisbury Ghost Walk, 7, 7:30, 8:30 p.m. Adults $10, students $5. Reservations and information: boo@salisburyghostwalk or 704-642-1734.
SATURDAY, May 21
Let’s Get Connected Day 2011, ěJust Imagine … a World at Peace,î 11 a.m., Kelsey Scott Park. Sponsored by the Covenant Community Connection.
Rowan Rose Societyís annual Rose Show ó Saturday-Sunday, May 21-22 at new location, Salisbury Mall. Area rose growers may enter roses between 6:30-10 a.m. Saturday morning. Show features hundreds of roses as well as arrangements. 704-633-7024.
Classic car and truck show ó 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday May 21, sponored by Brian Center. Registration $15, prizes will be awarded, also door prizes, raffle, entertainment. 828-322-3343.
Cerebral palsy victim David Ring speaks at fundraiser ó 7 p.m., Saturday, May 21, free rally benefiting Nazareth Childrenís Home, a love offering will be taken. East Rowan High School auditorium, 175 Saint Luke Church Road.
Patterson Farm Strawberry Fest and Craft Show ó 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, May 21: fresh strawberries, artisans, crafters, food, activities. Free admission to craft show and farmerís market. Caldwell Road off Highway 150 between Salisbury and Mooresville at 10390 Caldwell Road, Mount Ulla. 704-797-0013 or www.pattersonfarminc.com.
MONDAY, May 23
ěI-85 LUNCHEONî: Monday, May 23 at 11:30am. In recognition of Older Americans Month, the center will host its seventh annual luncheon to honor members of the community who are age 85 plus. Sponsored by Carillon Assisted Living, special entertainment will be provided. Free and open to those 85+ making advance reservations. Call 704-216-7714 for more information.
May 26
27th Annual Historic Preservation Awards at 6:30 p.m. May 26 at the Salisbury Station.
FRIDAY, May 27
Annual Memorial Week Celebration, May 27-June 5, J.C. Price American Legion Post 107, 1433 Old Wilkesboro Road. Concession stands, novelty games and more. Rides June 1-5. For more information, call 704-636-2950.
SUNDAY, May 29
J.C. Price American Legion Post Everlasting Services, White Rock AME Zion Church, Granite Quarry.
MONDAY, May 30
Memorial Day
Closed: Rufty-Holmes Senior Center,
Memorial Day Service, 9 a.m., Brenner Avenue Cemetery, VA Medical Center.
Gospel Festival, part of J.C. Price Memorial Week Celebration, 6 p.m. May 30 and 31.