Tuesday, May 21, 2013
MOORESVILLE – There is an authentic French bakery in Mooresville. Wait, there are two authentic French bakeries in Mooresville. Forget the famed Amelies in NoDa. La Patisserie has a less eclectic interior, but many more amazing food options. Plus customers can have any type of coffee drink, from… read more about Ooh La La! La Patisserie bakes authentic French delights
DAVIDSON – The black box theater at Community School of Davidson’s high school location is a work in progress. There’s a layer of dust coating everything and a construction crew within earshot. But theater instructor Melissa Ohlman-Roberge sees only possibilities when she looks around the space… read more about 'Little Shop of Horrors' ensures surprises
by Molly Reiter North Harbor Club hits the close-to-impossible trifecta of dining: view, service and food. The floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of Lake Norman without a bad seat in the house. The service is spectacular, with waitstaff well versed in specials, menu items and specialty… read more about North Harbor Club: you don’t have to be a member to enjoy amazing food
Guitarist turns 50, plays 50 venues DAVIDSON – Spanky, an independent musician from Pismo Beach, Calif., is celebrating his 50th birthday by embarking on a 50-day cross-country tour. Getting his career started with a Grateful Dead cover band, Spanky has been a musician for 30… read more about Herald Weekly art briefs for March 22 - 28
DAVIDSON – The lure of ballet’s graceful movement pulled Terilynne Knox in at the tender age of 5, when she first saw “Swan Lake.” “I just thought, ‘that’s what I want to do,’ and thank goodness it worked out, but I was inspired by a performance,” she said. After receiving a ballet teaching… read more about Ballet students snag coveted summer spots
Huntersville painter’s work featured at town hall DAVIDSON – The paintings and mixed media work of local artist Mary Crow will be shown at Davidson Town Hall through March 28. Paintings include landscapes, still lifes, portraiture and mixed media collages of a spiritual nature. Crow paints… read more about Art Briefs
The concept of farm to fork is gaining traction in America amidst the fast food joints and chain sit down restaurants. The food is fresh, local, delicious and with price, however, it is difficult to afford the healthy meal. Enter Blu Star Grill. The restaurant offers the best of all worlds… read more about Affordable Farm to Fork Fare at Blu Star Grill
Council hosts movie nights at Davidson College DAVIDSON – The Jewish Council of Lake Norman is gearing up for a month of movie nights. • “Hava Nagila,” an exploration of the song that started out as a Hasidic prayer and grew to define the American Jewish experience for the last 60 years, will… read more about Herald Arts News – March 15-21
Joe Douglas appears too laid back to be so obsessive over his restaurant. He frowns at his ice tea. There is not enough ice and it is too full. “Watch this,” he said as he stirred it and liquid streams down the side of the glass. “There needs to be an inch of room at the top so the customer… read more about High standards create the perfect dining experience at 131 Main
HUNTERSVILLE – A few months ago, the children of Musical Minds were learning the fundamentals of musical rhythm on buckets. Now, thanks to a financial donation from the Davidson United Methodist Church and help from their minister of music and worship, Kevin Turner, the 25 Blythe Elementary… read more about Musical Minds receives 25 violins for Blythe students
By Molly Reitter MOORESVILLE – Chris Yelton grew up in Coulwood eating at the original Sports Page. He went to West Mecklenburg High School and worked at the restaurant. Eventually he helped open the Denver location. When the opportunity came about to open and then become the general manager at… read more about Sports Page offers homemade, high quality food
CORNELIUS – When Case Warnemunde and Allen Sharpe met while working at Alton’s Kitchen & Cocktails, they had no idea their shared interest in the arts would lead to a burgeoning business called Bella Love in downtown Cornelius. Started in June 2010 by Warnemunde, Bella Love facilitates a wide… read more about Bella Love unites art, business communities
How restaurants fared in health inspections Health departments in Iredell, Lincoln, and Mecklenburg counties inspected the following restaurants Feb. 25-March 1. Huntersville • Birkdale Golf Club, 16500 Birkdale Commons Pkwy. Inspected: Feb. 27. Score: 98 • Chico’s Mexico Grill, 102 N.… read more about Restaurants scores, Feb. 25-March 1
Miraglia sings about the ups and downs of life DAVIDSON – Danielle Miraglia arrives at The Birdsnest ready to play guitar and sing songs that encompass the highs and lows of life March 15. She will come armed with a Gibson guitar, stomp-box rhythm and a harmonica. Her music is… read more about Herald Weekly arts briefs for March 1-8
Pioneer Springs presents Arts Alive celebration and auction HUNTERSVILLE – Pioneer Springs Community School is holding its inaugural Arts Alive celebration and auction featuring visual art, music and performances, as well as an auction of donated works by regionally acclaimed artists. This… read more about Herald arts briefs - Feb. 22
DAVIDSON – Have you ever wanted the board game “Clue” to come to life?Davidson Parks and Recreation will partner with Armin’s Catering to provide a real whodunit experience.The St. Patrick’s Day-themed mystery dinner theater production of “Murder Most Green” takes place in the City of Blarney,… read more about Mystery dinner theater comes to Davidson
RALEIGH – The 2013-2014 grant guidelines for various art organizations are available on the North Carolina Arts Council’s website, and the deadline to apply is March 1 at 5 p.m.The grants support arts organizations and artists who contribute to the economic, educational and cultural vitality of… read more about NC Arts Council offers grants