Important Dates
Praise in the Park Sept. 18: Sponsorships available
Aug. 17. Praise in the Park, an outdoor festival with inspirational artists, a medical village, vendors, children’s activities and food, will be Sept. 18 in Smithville Park. Back-to-school supplies will be distributed in the children’s village, according to organizer Tonya Rivens. There will also be a COVID testing and vaccine clinic, as well as law […]
Greenway Gartens public hearing set for Sept. 7
Aug. 15. By Dave Vieser. The developer of Greenway Gartens has asked the town to schedule their public hearing—and possible approval—for the Sept. 7 Town Board meeting. The project encompasses 25 acres on Zion Avenue and includes 398 multi-family units, 50 townhomes, and 55,000 square feet of commercial space including a brewery and beer garden. […]
20th anniversary observation planned for 9-11 Monument at Fire Station No. 1
Aug. 14. US Sen. Thom Tillis, who got his start in politics nearly 20 years ago on the Cornelius Town Board, will be the keynote speaker at the 9/11 Remembrance Vigil on Saturday, Sept.11 at Fire Station No. 1. The community is invited to quietly reflect and remember at the site of the Cornelius Never […]
Hottest bets this weekend, Aug. 13-15
Here’s some of the best of what’s going on around Lake Norman this weekend. Aug. 13 Live Under The Oaks 6-8 pm. SoundBarrier plays a variety of classic rock and pop, beach and country from the 60’s to now. Bring a chair or blanket sit on. The Grove across from Starbucks at Birkdale Village, Huntersville. […]
Events in mid-August are hot, just like the weather
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 in advance. Here’s a look at what’s coming up: Aug. […]
It’s Friday the 13th: Afraid to go out? Get a free breakfast sandwich from Wendy’s on Saturday
Updated Aug. 13. Happy Friday the 13th. Aug.12. On Friday the 13th, you may think nothing good will happen. But the Wendy’s chain wants to change that. On Friday, August 13 and Saturday, August 14, Wendy’s is bringing positive vibes to everyone’s morning, offering guests a free Sausage, Egg & Swiss Croissant or Bacon, Egg […]
Celebration of community planned
Aug. 11. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church invites everyone to gather Sept. 12 on the church’s front lawn to honor Cornelius first-responders and town leaders. “As we remember the 20th Anniversary of 9/11, we will have a special service to remember and recognize those in our community who serve us,” the church announced. The service […]
Catch a cosmic light show
Aug. 11. Go outside, look up. You could see a shower of meteors and bright fireballs light up the night sky this week. The Perseids meteor shower is expected to peak on the mornings of Aug. 11-13, according to EarthSky. NASA said it’s the “best meteor shower of the year.” The shower is known for its […]
Holiday Parade is on this year
Aug. 10. Is your mind on Christmas yet? Well, the Towns of Davidson and Cornelius plan to hold the 39th Annual North Mecklenburg Holiday Parade on Saturday, Dec. 4, at 1 pm. As of right now, it’s a real parade, not virtual like last year’s. Registration will open Friday, Aug. 13, with registration limited to […]
LKN Fondo Sunday in Davidson
Aug. 4. Look for road closures and parking challenges during the LKN Fondo bike event in Davidson on Sunday. Three rides—30 miles, 50 miles and 75 miles—get under way at 7:30 am. The rides will originate on Lorimer Road near the town green and head east on Davidson-Concord Road. Lorimer Road will be closed from […]
