American Guild of Organists Summer Recital Series featuring Patricia Parker. Sun., Aug. 18, 7:30 p.m. All recitals are free and open to the public; a free-will offering will be taken to cover the costs of the series. Myers Park Baptist Church. 704-588-1290.
*Brightstar Music Festival Chamber Music Concert Series three different spectacular programs with the acclaimed Festival musicians. August 8 & 10 - Orli Shaham with members of New York Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra, Pittsburgh and Charlotte Symphonies. For complete information visit online at www.brightstarfestival.org. Aug. 8, 8 p.m.; Aug. 10, 8 p.m. $7-$25 per show, $50/all three. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
Charlotte Chapter of the American Guild of Organists Summer Recital Series featuring Daniel Hanneman and John Apple. Sun., Aug. 11, 7:30 p.m. All recitals are free and open to the public; a free-will offering will be taken to cover the costs of the series. Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 216 S. Aspen St., Lincolnton. 704-588-1290.
Downtown Davidson's Sunday Concerts on the Green Series on the town green, featuring Local Blues Band Scaldcat. More information? www.concertsonthegreen.com. Sun., Aug. 11, 6 p.m. Free and open to all. Davidson College, Davidson. 704-892-8528.
Sizzlin' Summer Music Series The smooth sounds of jazz musician, Roy Dunlap will kick off the series on August 17. The world renowned ensemble, MANTRA, will perform on August 31. The series will conclude on September 14 with national recording artist and jazz saxophonist, don Braden. More information? www.aacc-charlotte.org. Aug. 17, 8 p.m.; Aug. 31, 8 p.m.; Sept 14, 10:30 p.m. $12 per show. Afro-American Cultural Center, 401 N. Myers St. 704-374-1565.
Comedy
Comedy Zone Benny Baker and R. Bruce. call for showtimes and ticket prices, or visit online at www.thecomedyzone.net. Aug. 7; Aug. 8; Aug. 9; Aug. 10. Dave Attell. from Comedy Central's Insomniac. More information? www.thecomedyzone.net. Aug. 14; Aug. 15; Aug. 16; Aug. 17. 516 N. College St. 704-348-4242.
*The Perch Theatre Perch Comedy. Cheerfully offending Charlotte since 1994. Located at 1500 Central Ave., 2nd floor. Showtimes are 9pm and 11pm on Friday and Saturday nights. There is also a late show on Saturdays at 1am. Performances are rated R for verbal content. www.theperch.com. Upcoming: Show 265 - The 8th Year Celebration Why The Heck Aren't We Famous Yet Show (July 5-6, 12-13). Fri., Sat. $10/$8 for students with I.D. Extreme Improv. Completely improvised shows every Saturday at 7pm. Similar to "Who's Line Is It Anyway?". Call 866-Improv1 or see website at www.extremeimprov.com. Improv classes ongoing. Saturdays, 7 p.m. $8. 1500 B. Central Ave.
Museums
Charlotte Museum of History/Hezekiah Alexander Homesite & American Freedom Bell Cooling Colonial Desserts. Help create and taste a variety of traditional summer treats in our log kitchen and springhouse. $1 w/paid admission $2 children under 12 $4 students/seniors $6 adults. Sat., Aug. 10, 2-4 p.m. Furniture Caning Techniques. Charlie Smith's workshop will include practicing techniques on basic frames and using these skills on furniture. All supplies provided. Lunch included. $20 members $30 non-members. Call for reservations. Sat., Aug. 17, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Lost North Carolina: An Architectural Heritage Exhibition. Peer into North Carolina's past, as inspiring architecture that no longer stands is revealed through photographic prints and drawings. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Sept 30. 3500 Shamrock Dr., Between Eastway and Sharon Amity. 704-568-1774.
*Levine Museum of the New South Carolina Victorian - Rediscovering the New South's First Architecture. Celebrating the richness of this era which extended from the exterior to the interior, Carolina Victorian treats visitors to photographs of NC Victorian Landmarks, furnished Victorian rooms, scenes of Charlotte from 1905 versus today, and a dollhouse that replicates the tiniest details of a Victorian home. Mon.-Sun. Southern Roots: Not Cost Effective. an outdoor installation by Crista Cammaroto. This installation is a celebration of the natural gifts of shade and strength growing amidst our progress in this region. It is also a reminder to hang on tight to our trees and value the natural gifts of our southern Piedmont. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Aug. 10. 200 E. 7th St. 704-333-1887.
*Mint Museum of Art American Modern, 1925-1940: Design for a New Age. an exhibition to illustrate the competitive creative spirit of Americans. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Dec. 31. Everyman's Gold. English lustreware from the Collection of John Elsley. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Dec. 1. 2730 Randolph Rd. 704-337-2000 or 704-333-MINT.
Mint Museum of Craft & Design Currents In Craft. Ongoing exhibit. Tue.-Sun. Patchwork Crash Course. led by Claudia Reynolds, a featured quilter at the museum, is perfect for beginners. Attendees will be instructed in basic quilting techniques, giving them a foundation to start quilting as a hobby. Supplies and lunch included, $75 members $100 non-members. Call to register. Sat., Aug. 17, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Quilts from the Carolinas. featuring the extraordinary work of contemporary quilt artists in North and South Carolina. Tue.-Sun. Continues through Sept 8. Tradition & Change: 19th and 20th Century Craft At The Mint. ongoing exhibit. Tue.-Sun. 220 N. Tryon St. 704-337-2009.
