The Cornelius Police Department in partnership with Recall Document Management and Aquesta Bank is offering an opportunity to shred personal documents free of charge and help protect the community from identity theft.The shred event will take place on 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat., Sept. 18 behind Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave.Rain date Sept. 25.
Vienne scores game-winning goal for Wildcats
Ellis Vienne, who played soccer at Hopewell High School, scored the game-winning goal at the University of Kentucky's opening soccer match. He is the son of Michael and Loraine Ellis Vienne, who live on Booth Bay Court.
Davidson College Presbyterian Church will sponsor a blood drive in conjunction with the American Red Cross 2-7 p.m. Mon., Sept. 13. The drive will take place in the church’s Congregation House, 218 Concord Rd., Davidson. Donors are asked to help “Go for the Goal” of 58 pints donated. In the spirit of the football season, donors are invited to dress in their favorite team’s colors. Refreshments will be served. Advance donor appointments may be made by contacting Miriam Bode at mgb1314@att.net or 704-896-1317. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Jim Beauchamp of Cornelius attended the annual luau at the Senior Center on West Catawba Ave. Duck Pond contestants won prizes ranging from coffee cups and koozies to vases and calculators.
Our Towns Habitat for Humanity ReStore team signed a lease for the former Staples location on highway 150, behind Wendy’s and in front of Wal-Mart. This location will be the second ReStore location in the Lake Norman area. The Cornelius location will also remain open for business.
A farmer's market will be held 5-8 p.m. every Friday through October at the gazebo in Jetton Village. There will be produce stands, baked goods with jams and honey, jewelry, herbs and plants, flower bouquets, organic beef, cheeses and seafood.
Don Miguel Ruiz book's – "The Four Agreements" – was first published in 1997. In this issue of Silver Threads, I will share the First Agreement with you that is outlined in his book. As you know, I have written a little book called “QAC – The Smallest Personal Strategy Book You’ll Ever Need.” It is a common sense approach for listening to the many questions we find are swirling about in our thoughts at any given moment and awakening to the power we hold within to choose anything and everything in our lives. It is the common sense aspect that is most important. The Four Agreements is also written with great common sense.
First, let me share something that may surprise readers; be diligent consumers when it comes to finding faith based counselors! Because of the disestablishment clause in the constitution, there are no laws concerning who may label themselves as a “Christian counselor.” Moreover, there are some unscrupulous “accrediting” agencies, who for a fee, will “accredit” anyone as a “Christian counselor.” Because of this sad state of affairs our church staff only sends people to counselors that are members of the American Association for Pastoral Counseling (AAPC) and would urge everyone to do the same. The AAPC website reads: Under the auspices of AAPC, pastoral counseling adheres to rigorous standards of excellence, including education and clinical training, professional certification and licensure. Typical education for the AAPC-certified pastoral counselor consists of study that leads to:
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• A three-year professional degree from a seminary
• A specialized masters or doctoral degree in the mental health field
A significant portion of this education is spent in clinical training. Post-graduate training involves completion of at least 1,375 hours of supervised clinical experience (that is, the counselor provides individual, group, marital and family therapy) and 250 hours of direct approved supervision of the therapist’s work in both crisis and long-term situations.
At Mount Zion the pastors all offer counseling in regards to spirituality and some “presenting” levels of personal issues. If a more significant level of care is needed, we refer folks to our AAPC friends. We do have financial counselors in our membership and regularly offer pre-marital counseling as well as counseling to parents in preparation for the baptism of their children. Additionally, throughout the year, various seminars and small groups meet seeking to help people with the many issues life presents.
— The Rev. Mike Bailey, senior pastor at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
HELFAND
In Hebrew, Beth Shalom of Lake Norman is known as a Kehillah Kedoshah, a holy community, something that extends beyond the walls of the sanctuary. Members of Beth Shalom are entitled to individual and small group counseling services with me in the realm of pre-marital, family, divorce and grief counseling. Along with the support of the Beth Shalom family, we have access to resources in the greater Lake Norman and Charlotte communities to assist with alcohol/substance and other abuse situations, medical/legal assistance, food aid, as well as professional/career counseling. I am also available to assist with spiritual needs of any kind and work with individuals and families in pursuing ways to further nourish their souls.
— Corey Helfand, Beth Shalom of Lake Norman
SNEED
NorthCross Church is a community that believes in the value of good counseling and promotes an environment where people feel safe to ask for help when life becomes overwhelming, complicated, or simply not working. Much of the day to day ministry of our pastoral staff is spent in formal and informal counseling dealing with abuse, sexual addiction, and difficult marriages. However, most of our work is with adults struggling with wounds related to their family of origin. The impact of divorce and broken families continues to impact subsequent generations in ways that extend far beyond adolescence and much of our counseling is centered on helping people deal with these kinds of wounds and not repeating the patterns of the past.
— Chip Sneed, pastor NorthCross Church (PCA), 11020-H Bailey Rd.
Area Events
NFL-Pepsi Punt, Pass & Kick contest
The 2010 NFL-Pepsi Punt, Pass & Kick Local Competition will take place Sat., Sept., 4 at Smithville Park, 19710 S. Ferry St., with a 9 a.m. competition start time. The event is open to boys and girls ages 8 to 15. Local winners will have the opportunity to compete at a Sectional Championship in October and possibly advance to the Team Championships at a Carolina Panthers game in November. Registration is free and will be accepted on-site the day of the competition starting at 8:30 a.m. A photocopy of each contestant's birth certificate is required at the time of registration. No cleats, only tennis shoes, are allowed at the competition. Details: 704-892-6031 ext. 160. In case of inclement weather, please check the Cornelius Rain-Out Hotline at 704-896-2460 ext. 290.
Prostate screenings
Lake Norman Regional Medical Center is offeringr free prostate cancer screenings 9-11 a.m. Sept. 11 at the hospital in Mooresville and Sept. 25 at the DavidsonCollegeStudentHealthCenter. The screenings will be conducted by urologists from Lake Norman Urology and Carolina Urology Care.
CPR class
Learn the life-saving skills of CPR at the American Heart Association’s Healthcare Provider/BLS (Basic Life Support) CPR course offered at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center, Mooresville, 6-10 p.m. Tues., Sept. 28. The course cost is $40, plus a book fee. Details: 704-660-4859.
Baby fair
LakeNormanRegionalMedicalCenter's The Stork’s LandingMaternityCenter is hosting its 2010 Baby Fair 9 a.m.-noon Sat., Oct. 23 in Community Rooms A and B at LakeNormanRegionalMedicalCenter, Mooresville. Free. Details: 704-660-4374.
Art exhibit
The Roy and Barbara Strassberg exhibit will be shown Sept. 7- Oct. 29 at the Cornelius Arts Center. An Artist Reception will be held 7-9 p.m. Fri., Sept. 24 in conjunction with the 4th Friday Oak Street Mill Gallery Crawl.
Rural Hill's 'Amazing Maze' opens Labor Day weekend
The 2010 Rural Hill Amazing Maize Maze will opens Labor Day weekend beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Tickets will be on sale until 6:30 p.m. The maze, which is open through Nov. 7, consists of 2.5 miles of pathways cut through seven acres of corn fields. The paths are cut into the shape of a conestoga wagon in honor of the means of transit Major John Davidson used to travel from Pennsylvania to North Carolina in the 18th century. The maize is designed to be navigated in one to two hours. More info: www.ruralhill.net
Habitat for Humanity earmarked for donation at Restaurant X Thursday
Restaurant X will donate 10 percent of its proceeds to Our Towns Habitat for Humanity Thursday, Sept. 2 during lunch and dinner. The restaurant is at 408 S. Main St. in Davidson.
Country Music in the Park
The Cornelius Parks, Arts, Recreation and Culture Department is hosting Country Music in the Park on 6-9 p.m. Sat., Sept. 18 at Bailey Road Park, 11536 Bailey Rd., Cornelius. The night will feature a performance by the David Michael Band, beginning at 6:30 p.m. A special fireworks show will immediately follow the performance. Gates open 6 p.m. Free. Parking at the park and Bailey Road Middle School.
Great Chili Cook Off
The Rotary Clubs of Mooresville and Troutman will host their second annual charity chili cook off 11.m.-5 p.m. Sat., Sept. 25 at Mooresville Town Square. Proceeds from the event will benefit Our Towns Habitat for Humanity, American Red Cross, Mooresville Christian Mission, Mooresville Soup Kitchen, Health Reach and other non-profit organizations. Chili cookers from around the area are invited to vie for the best chili recipe in town. In addition to the chili cook off and tasting, there will be music, games, demonstrations, booths and displays. Details: tcox@ourtownshabitat.org.
Nanette Lush says she’s been a foodie and cook for 24 years.
“I have always loved watching cooking shows and reading cooking magazines and books. To me, food is all about family and friends,” she said. “Bringing people together around a good meal inspires me. It is a creative outlet for me that is so satisfying, and I really get a kick out of watching people enjoy my food.”
Marlene Stabin has been cooking — and loving it — all her life.
“My passion started at age 10 with a 1950 Betty Crocker Picture Cookbook in loose-leaf form. A neighbor was throwing it out and I scooped it up and brought it home,” the Heartland Street resident says. “I came from an Italian background and food was always wonderful, but I began with pancakes from scratch.
The intersection of Smith Road and Main Street near Mt. Zion United Methodist Church is closed for good, although emergency vehicles can gain egress for a few more weeks.
Heavy plastic barricades are up and attached with wires. They can be separated in a matter of minutes if large vehicles must go through, according to Doug Barrick, project manager for the Town of Cornelius.
The intersection of Smith Road and Main Street near Mt. Zion United Methodist Church is closed for good, although emergency vehicles can gain egress for a few more weeks.
Heavy plastic barricades are up and attached with wires. They can be separated in a matter of minutes if large vehicles must go through, according to Doug Barrick, project manager for the Town of Cornelius.
