Neighborhood Social Events

All Neighbors Welcome

Every Morning (7:00 a.m.) – The Board Walkers meet at the corner of Twain Avenue and the intersection of Mary Jane McConnell and Miriam G. Tuttle Byways to begin their 50 to 60 minute walk around the area. If you would like more information, please call Bonne McCoy at 704-987-1877.

Neighborhood Discussion Group

Candidates’ Forum
Wednesday, September 27, 7:00 p.m.
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church Sanctuary

This is an “off-election” year in the minds of many voters. However, four of the nine seats of the Mecklenburg County Commission are up for election and all are being contested. The spaces that will appear on the ballet on November 7 are for the three at-large seats and the District 1 (North Mecklenburg) seat (all 2-year terms). It is hoped that we will have all eight candidates on a panel at this September meeting.

After a brief introduction, several minutes will be allocated to each candidate to make a statement. The moderator, our own Bill McCoy, will follow with some general questions for each candidate. Questions will then be taken from the audience. Refreshments and time to meet each candidate will follow the forum.
It is a common complaint that Mecklenburg politics often leaves out the north end of the county. Here is an excellent opportunity to have a voice and to make informed decisions about our future in November. We hope to have an excellent turn-out and are planning to open this forum to other neighborhood communities, the church, and citizens of Davidson. Please plan to attend a worthy event and the re-inauguration of our Neighborhood Discussion Group. Needless to say, political candidates like big crowds!

Viva Vivaldi!

September 24 (Sunday) – Viva Vivaldi! A Gala Opening Concert, 2006-2007 Concert Series – St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 3:00 p.m. – Celebrate the opening of the third season with Antonio Vivaldi’s Gloria in D Major performed by chamber choir, soloists, and an orchestra of period instruments. Individual tickets are available at the door or in advance by calling 704.941.0650 (General Admission $15; Students & Seniors $10; Children under 10 are FREE.) A subscription for all six performances can be purchased before September 15 (all concerts @ $9 each - $54 total). Please visit the website at www.saintalbans-davidson.org/musicatstalbans.htm.

St. Alban’s Annual Pig Pickin’

Saturday, October 7, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church (back yard)

Weekday Casual Golfers!

Since last summer, a small group from the neighborhood has been playing golf on more or less a weekly basis. We play at six different courses in the area with a maximum green and cart fee of $25.00. Currently the day of the week changes to meet the schedule of the players. If you are interested, please contact Bill McCoy at 704.987.1877 (bonnieskate@aol.com) or Tom Fischer at 704.894.0222 (tsfischer@adelphia.net).

Women

September 13 (Wednesday) - Women’s Wednesday Bridge Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month. This month, the club will meet at 1:00 p.m. at the home of Barbara Johnston, 233 Twain Avenue. If you plan to play, please call Barbara at 704.892.3101. For more information about the Bridge Club, please contact Jean Gilcrest at 704.895.0839.

September 18 (Monday) - Women’s Group Breakfast –The activity will continue on the third Monday of each month. August ’s breakfast will be at the Cookhouse Restaurant (Shoppes on the Green complex, exit 28 in Cornelius) at 9:00 a.m. There is no need to call Patti Mercer if you are planning to attend. However, if you have questions about the restaurant location and directions, or if you need a ride, please call Patti at 704.894.9411.

September 20 (Wednesday) – The New Da Daytimers Book Club will meet at the home of Mary Ann Macos (109 North Faulkner Way) at 10:00 a.m. This month’s book selection is Row Away from the Rocks by Lisbeth J. Thom. Ms. Thom will be the guest speaker at the Book Clubs of Davidson Annual Tea in October. Please call Mary Ann at 704.987.3037 if you cannot attend. For information about the Book Club, please call Kathy Cox at 704.895.0325.

Men

September 14 (Thursday) – Men’s Group Breakfast – The neighborhood men will meet at the Cookhouse Restaurant (Shoppes on the Green complex, exit 28 in Cornelius) at 7:30 a.m. This group meets on the second Thursday of every month. Please contact Bill McCoy if you plan to attend or if you have questions or suggestions about the breakfast (704.987.1877).