Davidson Village Inn

Class of 2013 looks forward to Sunday

dvistaff — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:59:41 +0000

This Sunday, come rain or shine, the newest class of Davidson College graduates will don their cap & gown for the 2013 Commencement. For an Innkeeper, there’s no better time of year than when all the family & friends show up to celebrate graduation. Part of that might have to do with the knowledge that this new class of graduates is well prepared to go out and pursue lives of leadership and service. Another part is, as one parent told me, is being able to write checks to Davidson College on a voluntary basis. Regardless, it’s a weekend full of smiling faces and we are thankful to a be a part of it. Hope to see you out there.

42nd Annual Town Day this Saturday

dvistaff — Thu, 02 May 2013 20:59:37 +0000

This Saturday there’s lots going on here in Davidson. It all starts out at 10am with the 42nd annual Town Day where everyone is encouraged to walk or ride to the Village Green for all kinds of family friendly activities. There will be games, a bicycle tune-up station and obstacle course by The Spirited Cyclist, booths featuring Davidson organizations and businesses, music and entertainment of all sorts. Plus there will be locally sponsored food vendors all day. At 6pm on Saturday there will be a special Saturday version of Concert on the Green featuring the local band, Sunday Union. Come on out and celebrate all things Davidson.

Trumpeter Allen Vizzutti joins up with the Davidson College Jazz Ensemble

dvistaff — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 21:36:19 +0000

This Friday at 7:30pm in the Duke Family Performance Hall the Davidson College Jazz Ensemble will welcome world class trumpeter, Allen Vizzutti, for their annual residency concert. Vizzutti has performed all over the world with acts such as Chick Corea, Doc Severinsen and Chuck Mangione. For a glimpse of his talent check out this video. Best part of all is the concert is free and open to the public. Come on out and enjoy some great jazz!

Kilt clad lads gather for annual Scottish Highland festival and games

dvistaff — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:36:19 +0000

With spring weather finally here we ready ourselves for a local event that celebrates the many scottish ancestors who settled in this region. The Rural Hill Scottish Festival & Loch Norman Highland Games take place on the family lands of John and Violet Davidson, whose parents emigrated to the colonies from Dundee, Scotland. Set on over 200 acres of rolling farmland near the Catawba River , Rual Hill is the perfect setting for a day of Scottish sites, sounds, and smells. From the bag piping competitions to the delicious Haggis at the festival food court, the kid’s zone, or the Historic encampment, there’s something for everyone. The Festival takes place on April 20th & 21st. For more information on the event go to - http://www.ruralhillscottishfestivals.net/

Have you seen the new Plensa?

dvistaff — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 21:05:04 +0000

I noticed one day while riding my bike home through campus while students were out on their spring break that something new was going up next to the flag pole. Turns out it’s the lastest addition to the campus sculpture program and it’s titled “Waves III”. The stone and stainless steel structure was created by Spanish sculptor, Jaume Plensa, in 2011. This is the fifth sculpture installed on the campus and it sits on a 7,000 lb. rock. For more information about the piece check out – “Waves III”. The official dedication of Waves III will take place, Wednesday, April 17, at 4:30 p.m.

Gardeners gather in Davidson

dvistaff — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 22:41:28 +0000

On Tuesday, March 5th, Davidson will be full of green thumbs. That’s right, it’s the 29th gathering for the Davidson Horticultural Symposium. While the Davidson College students are on their spring break gardeners from across the south come to town for the annual gathering. Never heard of a vertical garden? Not ready for the unexpected houseplant? Looking for a contemplative garden or a beautiful edible landscape. These are just some of the seeds you’ll hear about at the conference.

Wildcat basketball teams on a roll

dvistaff — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:59:33 +0000

With only two home games remaining both the Men’s & Women’s basketball teams have been on a roll as they get ready to head to Asheville for the Southern Conference Tournament. The Men have the number one seed wrapped up and beat the north division leader, Elon, last night on the road. For the third time this season Jake Cohen was named player of the week as the Wildcats extended their win streak to 13. This Saturday at 2pm is Senior Day for the Men as the Cats take on Georgia Southern, who gave Davidson their only conference loss this season. And what a class of seniors – Jake Cohen, JP Kuhlman, Nik Cochran and Clint Mann.

The Women’s team has also been on tear, with a loss to Chattanooga on Monday snapping their eight game road win streak. Last week senior Sophia Aleksandravicius was named the Southern Conference player of the week, her third time winning the award. Their final home game is Monday against Western Carolina at 7pm.

Author Jay Leutze visits College to discuss Mountaintop mining

dvistaff — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 22:41:54 +0000

Jay Leutze will be on campus tonight to talk about his his book, “Stand Up That Mountain: The Battle to Save One Small Community in the Wilderness Along the Appalachian Trail.” The book tells of Mr. Leutze legal battles to stop mountaintop mining in a small community near the Appalachian Trail in North Carolina. Come join the discussion at the Sloan Music Center Tyler-Tallman Recital Hall at 7:30 as Mr. Leutze also covers the importance of values and music in environmental activism.

Activist Professor Angela Davis back in North Carolina

dvistaff — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 22:01:02 +0000

Last night at the Duke Family Performing Arts Center on the campus of Davidson College Angela Davis spoke to a capacity crowd about her life as an activist and what that means in today’s world. Now a Distinguished Professor Emerita at University of California, Santa Cruz, Ms. Davis recalled her days in Wilmington, N.C., her involvement with the Black Panther Party and even her time on the FBI’s 10 most wanted list. Her advocacy for all oppressed people included her support for immigration reform, prison reform and the people of Palestine. Her style was relaxed as she floated from one subject to another often having to refer back to her notes as she reminisced about her life, from growing up in Birmingham, AL, to the Civil Rights (or Freedom) Movement, and her days in prison. The audience seemed to ride along with her, sometimes clapping loudly as she recalled certain key figures or events. The program was part of Davidson College’s Wearn Lecture series and was followed by a reception in the Atrium.

Are you ready for the Year of the Snake?

dvistaff — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:04:59 +0000

This Saturday, Feb. 2nd the Asian Cultural Awareness Association at Davidson College will host the annual Lunar New Year party and fireworks. That’s right fireworks in February! If you haven’t seen this festival it’s worth the trip. For more information check out the story at DavidsonNews - http://davidsonnews.net/guide/2013/01/31/year-of-the-snake-arrives-with-a-party-and-fireworks-sat/