Access to town's public email system temporarily closed
The Town's "public mail access" system is down and not accessible to computer users for a period of time. The public mail is an internal communications system for town officials that is open to citizens.
The women of NorthCross Church invite you to come and sew with them 6:30 p.m. Thurs., Aug. 5. They are making dresses for young girls in Haiti to be shipped by Hancock Fabrics to Double Harvest, a ministry in Croix des Bouquets. Anyone is invited to help by bringing sewing machines, cotton fabric, simple children’s dress patterns, notions, trims and buttons. Please RSVP to Lynn Whitehill. NorthCross church is located at 11020 Bailey Rd. Ste. H, Cornelius.
July 17: Hunter Construction and Rea Paving will begin working on the asphalt paving and road widening associated with Robbins Park along West Catawba Ave this weekend. The widening will encompass the area between Kings Point Drive and Bluff Point. The road will be one lane with flagmen directing traffic. Crews will be working during the day Saturday and Sunday. They will also begin doing night work next week. This project is expected to take 60-90 days to complete and will require numerous times of traffic control in order to install the curb and gutter, and roughly 700 tons of asphalt. Crews have been instructed to attempt to minimize back ups and allow quick responses for emergency traffic.
New farmer's market
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.
The Cornelius Youth Orchestras (CYO) are holding three informational open houses and auditions this summer. Open houses will be held 6:30-8 p.m. July 20, July 27 and Aug. 10 at Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 W. Catawba Ave. Reservations are requested; please contact Nanette Haraden 704-576-7270.
Davidson alumni, parents and friends have demonstrated their belief in the importance of the college and its mission through record contributions to the college’s Annual Fund.
In closing the books recently on the 2009-10 fiscal year, Davidson fundraisers announced Annual Fund contributions of $10.776 million. Despite the gloomy national economy, that substantially surpassed the goal of $9.25 million, and set a new record for total gifts to the Annual Fund.
Moreover, a record 10,055 of Davidson’s 16,497 active alumni were donors, giving Davidson a 61 percent participation rate — the highest of any college or university in the nation this year. It also marks the eighth year in a row of contributions by 60 or more percent of alumni.
Austin Felker was recently recognized as a member of the Sigma Alpha Lambda National Leadership and Honors Organization at UNC Chapel Hill. Felker will begin his sophomore year at UNC Chapel Hill in August.He is the son of Eric and Sandra Felker of Cornelius.
Sleep, like exercise and nutrition, is essential for good health and general well being. We always intend to get the job done, but more often than not, we just can’t get a good night’s sleep.
Oh, we use excuses like “now that I’m older, I don’t need as much sleep.” Or:
“I snore a lot but I don’t think that’s a problem.”
“I’ll catch up on my lost sleep by sleeping longer tomorrow.”
“My obesity, hypertension, diabetes and depression have nothing to do with my poor sleep quality.”
“I sleep during the day so it’s OK that I don’t sleep well at night.”
“When we discover that the truth is already in us, we are all at once our original selves.” — Dogen (Buddhist/Philosopher)
BY MARSHA COOK
How beautiful, simple and elegant a question. Is it one you can answer? Will you take this query and in moments of quiet contemplation seek the answer? What is your truth? What does that mean?
Some of the definitions listed on dictionary.com for truth are: the actual state of a matter; conformity with fact; ideal reality transcending perceived experience. I especially like the last one — “transcending perceived experience.” Mankind is fond of believing that what he/she thinks is the absolute truth. Think about the way the word is used in a Court of Law when a person is sworn in — they promise to tell the “truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.” Truth is unique to each individual. Are there shades of truth? Is it a black and white, either/or deal?
Truth is sacred. Your truth lives deep inside you. You knew what your truth was at the moment of your birth. It is written on the parchment of your soul. The question is have you been so clobbered by life experiences that you have bought into someone else's idea of truth? What do you know for sure? One must dig deep for the answers.
Let's look at what your truth is not. It is not in the facts that society has deemed real or certain. It is not in the words of a text book. And your truth cannot be delivered to you by another. Not by their words, actions or insistence. What is it then? It is the knowledge you carry in your core. That which you knew at the moment of your birth; that which is written on your soul will provide the answers you seek. How does one tap into this source within?
Begin by setting an intention. Decide that you will take this journey of discovery, wherever it may lead, whatever changes it requires. Living your truth is not always easily accepted by the people in your life; people who have often done their very best to shape your thoughts and actions in their own image. Whether done out of love or otherwise, those who guide early life will teach what they know.
What steps should be taken? Step 1 involves promising yourself that you will open your heart and mind to the messages contained within. In order to do that, you need to be willing to shed the cloak of knowing that you have been wrapped in for most of your life. Moving on to Step 2, become aware of the behaviors and actions you perform that are not true to the inner you. In order to let go of something, you need to recognize and acknowledge what it is. You may wish to start a journal and record things as they rise to the surface. This will help you clarify the deeds and manners that do not suit you, the things you need to let go of, to change. Step 3, create the time and space for meditation or quiet reflection whereby you are open to the energies of the Universe. Practice the breathing that calms the chatter in your mind; develop the ability to turn off the ever-playing tape in your head. When the chatter stops your inner voice will be heard. To find your truth you must practice self-trust. Ask the Universe, your guardian angels and whoever else guides and protects you to join you on this journey.
This is quite a bit to digest. Be kind to yourself as you begin to examine your life and the many choices you have made and are making. A word of wisdom — rather than allow judgment to join you, become an observer. Your journal will be a great aid as you undertake this journey.
The next Silver Threads will focus on Core Beliefs, another aspect of your truth.
Marsha is a master’s graduate of The Clayton College of Natural Healt and a certified personal trainer. Contact Marsha at info@marshagcook.com
The third annual Hawaiian Luau will be Wednesday Aug. 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Mecklenburg Senior Center, 18731 West Catawba Ave. The Luau, which will include food, games, entertainment, a bake sale and a silent auction, is open to everyone in the community. Proceeds from the event will benefit all older adults in the Lake Norman community in the form of creating new programs, lectures, exercise classes and social events. Admission is $10 in advance and $15 on the day of the event.
Kiwanis golf outing has sponsorships opportunities
The Lake Norman Kiwanis annual golf tournament is Aug. 30 at Cowans Ford Country Club. Sponsorships are available, including the gold level, which includes two free golfers and on-course signage, as well as recognition in advertising. The price is $600. Silver level includes one free golfer for $300. Individuals are $95. Net proceeds will benefit local community causes such as the Ada Jenkins Center and Barium Springs Home for Children. More info: Brenda Carsey, 704-942-5020 or brendacarsey@kw.com
Bluegrass Saturdays
Cornelius Presbyterian Church’s presents “Bluegrass Saturdays” 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 7, 14, 21. Free. BBQ available for purchase and a bake sale will benefit mission projects. Craft and art items will be for sale. Booths are available to rent to sell items. Held at the church lawn, 21209 Catawba Ave., at the corner of West Catawba and Church Street, Cornelius. Details: 704-892-5577 or email carld@bellsouth.net.
National Night Out
The Cornelius Police Department will hold National Night Out 7-9 p.m. Tues., Aug. 3. at Jetton Village. Live music, food, games and a special guest appearance by Buzz Lightyear and Woody from Toy Story 3. Free.
Hot August Night party
A Singles over 40 club Hot August Night Party & Dance 7 p.m. Sat., Aug. 21 at the Havana Social Club, 17105 Kenton Dr., Cornelius.DJ to play all requests, appetizers. $10 at the door. RSVP: 704-500-9305.
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.
Blue Stone Harbor is chock full of nautical names, a hallmark of some Lake Norman neighborhoods. Some communities get the names right, some wrong (America Cup in The Peninsula is one example of getting it wrong.) But in the case of Blue Stone Harbor, the street names show a genuine appreciation of yachting.
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