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Fun things to do on Saturday
June 11. There’s fun to be had Saturday night in Lake Norman, whether you stay in tune as the Davidson mayor plays at the Second Saturday Concerts @ The Square or your tastes runs to comedy or a Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute or some Dad pampering. Beerly Funny Comedy Night Andy Forrester at New Victory Lanes. […]
Juneteenth to be celebrated in Davidson
The community is invited to celebrate Juneteenth at the Ada Jenkins Center in Davidson on June 19. Juneteenth, a holiday originating in Galveston, Texas in 1865 and now recognized in North Carolina and forty-three other states, celebrates the emancipation of African Americans. The free celebration from 11 am to 2 pm, located at the Ada […]
Huge Juneteenth Festival in Plaza Midwood
June 9. The Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas presents its 24th Annual Celebration featuring the Juneteenth Freedom March and a Tribute to Isaac Applewhite June 17-20 in Plaza Midwood. Multi-cultural vendors will showcase food, art, music and culturally relevant merchandise. On Thursday, June 17 from 9 am to 5 pm, children can participate in the […]
Novant Health seeks entertainers, food trucks for Welcome Back Fest
June 9. Novant Health is hosting Welcome Back Fest street festivals to mark the progress made in the fight against COVID-19. The three free community events, with Charlotte’s on July 24, aim to support diverse local businesses, honor healthcare heroes and celebrate the milestones reached with the help of community members. After so long apart, Novant […]
No appointment Pfizer shots June 8 at Hoyt Wilhelm Park
June 7. Novant Health will administer free, walk-in COVID-19 vaccines Tuesday, June 8, from 2 pm to 6 pm at James Hoyt Wilhelm Park 19018 Smith Circle, behind Cornelius Elementary School. The event will offer the Pfizer, two-dose vaccine; no ID is needed. For Spanish speakers: Tendremos intérpretes que hablan español durante el evento. Háganos […]
Symphony under the stars returns June 19
June 3. The Charlotte Symphony comes back to Bailey Road Park June 19 with a “Spirit of America” performance and fireworks. The great Cornelius tradition starts at 6 pm with food trucks and concessions. Beer and wine will be available for purchase with proceeds benefiting Lake Norman Wildlife Conservationists. Blankets and lawn chairs will help […]
Big Day at the Lake on July 24 needs Boat Hosts
June 23. The 16th annual “Big Day at the Lake” event for at-risk kids in Big Brothers Big Sisters will be held Saturday, July 24 on Lake Norman. The day is filled with fun activities on the lake thanks to Boat Hosts. Not held last year due to the pandemic—2020 would have been Year 16—nearly […]
Free summer camp for girls Aug. 14
June 1. In His Steps, a free one-day summer camp for girls pre-K through 12th grade, will be held Saturday Aug. 14 at Life Fellowship Church, 20010 Chartown Drive. The Christian camp’s theme is “Live Out Loud.” More info: https://www.ihsdance.com/
Memorial Day events
May 31 Memorial Day Observance – Cornelius 10 am on the Cornelius Town Hall lawn across from the Cornelius Veteran’s Monument at Rotary Plaza. The Town of Cornelius and American Legion Post 86 will honor servicemen and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Master of Ceremonies is Commander Gene McKinney, […]
PARC plans meeting on Robbins Park June 15
May 27. The Town of Cornelius Parks, Arts, Recreation and Culture (PARC) Department will hold a drop-in community meeting on Tuesday, June 15, to discuss the latest draft of the updated Robbins Park Master Plan. It will be held from 5 pm to 7 pm at the Robbins Park shelter area. In case of inclement […]
