Important Dates
Vaccine clinic Monday at Davidson Town Hall
Sept. 15. Mecklenburg County Public Health will host a COVID-19 vaccine clinic at Davidson Town Hall from 2 pm to 6 pm Monday, Sept. 20 The vaccine is free, and no photo ID or insurance is needed. Everyone meeting the age requirement of 12 years or older can be vaccinated, regardless of immigration status. The […]
For the kids: First responder vehicles Saturday at Birkdale Village
Sept. 13. Fire trucks, police cars and rescue boats will take over Birkdale Village for “Safety Saturday” on Sept. 18. The event lets kids celebrate and learn about local first responders—and jam to a live DJ. Participating organizations include the Cornelius Lake Patrol Division, Huntersville Police Department and the Huntersville Fire Department.
The Amazing Maize Maze is open
Rural Hill will host its Amazing Maize Maze starting Sept. 11 with advance ticket purchase and masks required. You will navigate—or get lost in—seven acres of corn. The activity lends itself to socially-distanced, outdoor, family friendly fun. The corn maze will be open weekends starting Sept.11, weekdays starting Sept.14. The maze will be open until […]
Flags at half-staff Saturday 9/11
Sept. 10. All United States and North Carolina flags at state facilities will be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, Sept. 11, in tribute to Patriot Day, also known as the National Day of Service and Remembrance. “We mourn those we lost 20 years ago on 9/11 and honor the brave first […]
9/11 ceremonies in Cornelius, Huntersville
Sept. 10. The 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks will be remembered in North Meck, with special observances in Cornelius and Huntersville. Cornelius Various dignitaries will speak at the 9/11 Remembrance Vigil at Fire Station No. 1, including US Sen. Thom Tillis who is scheduled for 10:04 am. Solemn observances include a choir singing God […]
Mt. Zion’s 82nd Annual BBQ is gearing up for business
Sept. 9. The Mt. Zion United Methodist Church annual BBQ will look different this year with take-out only and advance orders being taken for BBQ by the pound and pints of coleslaw. (A collective mmm right here!) BBQ by the pound (with sauce included) for $12 and pints of coleslaw for $5 will be available […]
The Happenings: Will I see you in September?
Trying to figure out what to do? This calendar, published weekly on Thursdays, can point you to some of the best options in Lake Norman. Submit your entertainment and event news to corneliustoday@gmail.com. We’ve included some additional dates for events you need to register for or purchase tickets in advance. With the Delta variant spreading […]
September is Hunger Action Month
You can help by joining Birkdale Village in supporting Second Harvest every Friday at Live Under the Oaks. Each Friday in September, Birkdale Village will be collecting donations from 6-8 pm in effort to end hunger in our community. If you bring five items at once, you will receive a special swag item. Please review […]
Carolina Renaissance Festival returns, and other signs of fall
Aug. 24. Autumn is around the corner. Pumpkin spice everything is spicing up drink and treat options and the Carolina Renaissance Festival returns after a year off during the pandemic. Auditions for festival performers have been held and now the hiring begins. The festival hires 350 seasonal employees on an annual basis. Seasonal employees hawk […]
World Honey Bee Day: A holiday to buzz about
Aug. 20. Tomorrow is a celebration of honey bees. World Honey Bee Day on the third Saturday in August and recognizes both the honey bee and the beekeepers who tend the hives. It also encourages everyone to enjoy and buy locally grown honey. Another important part of the day includes learning about honey bees and […]
