Important Dates
Will new beach kick sand in the face of neighbors?
May 24. Town and chamber officials will be at the dedication of the new beach at Ramsey Creek Park at 11 am today, but not everyone is thrilled with the logistics around the first public swimming area in 40 years. “I wouldn’t have much nice to say,” says Dr. Michael Miltich, a member of the […]
Public swimming Memorial Day weekend!
By Dave Vieser. The long-awaited public beach at Ramsey Creek Park will be dedicated today at an 11 am ceremony, complete with public officials. Jim Garges, director of Mecklenburg County Parks, said it is the first time “in 40 years since folks have been able to swim from county parkland.” The beach officially opens at […]
‘Hornet’s Nest’ documentary at Cornelius Arts Center May 21
May 9. Cornelius residents Pam Cooper and Diane Gilroy, both advocates for U.S. soldiers and their families, are organizing a fundraiser at the Cornelius Arts Center that includes a showing of the documentary “Hornet’s Nest” to support Purple Heart Homes. Doors will open at 6:30 pm May 21 for a wine and cheese reception, a […]
Rail crossing on NC 115 to be repaired June 14
May 18. By Dave Vieser. A troublesome rail crossing on Hwy. 115 just north of Bailey Road will be repaired on Tuesday June 14. The road will be closed from 9 am to 4 pmwhile crews from Norfolk Southern and NCDOT complete the work. Temporary detours will be set up for motorists. The line, which brings rail cars […]
‘Listening Circle’ with Mayor Pro Tem Woody Washam
May 16. Cornelius Mayor Pro Tem Woody Washam invites Cornelius residents to a “Listening Circle” event at 4 p.m. May 19 at the Bailey’s Glen clubhouse. The topic is “Cornelius: Planning for the Next Five Years.” Washam will answer questions and refreshments will be served.
Asian Festival returns May 14
The 2016 Charlotte Asian Festival will be held on May 14 at Ramsey Creek Park. The Carolinas Asian-American Chamber of Commerce (CAACC) will again be joined by the Mecklenburg Park and Recreation Department and Visit Lake Norman as co-organizers to introduce Asian culture and traditions to the greater Charlotte community. For the first time in […]
Poker run for 9/11 Monument May 14
A poker run May 14 will benefit the Cornelius 9/11 Monument. It will roll from Cornelius Town Hall at 10 am and end about four hours later at Mac’s Speed Shop on Liverpool Parkway. The cost is $35 per single rider or $45 two-up. No registration necessary. Info: http://corneliustoday.com/poker-run-for-911-monument-may-14
LKN Chamber Focus Friday
The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce’s May’s Focus Friday topic for May is: “HB2 and the North Carolina Short Session.” It will take place Friday, May 20, 8:30 am to 10 am. The discussion will focus on “The Impact on North Carolina’s Commerce and our Reputation in a Global Economy” as well as other topics […]
Choir at POG May 1
Cantamos Choir will perform a free concert at Point of Grace Church on Sunday, May 1 at 4 pm. The choir is a musical outreach ministry and consists of 40 singers. Point of Grace is located in the Chair Factory at 20700 N. Main St. There will be a freewill offering. Info: www.pogchurch.net
Hadassah meets May 16
The Lake Norman Chapter of Hadassah will host Dr. Derek Raghavan, a world renowned cancer expert, at their May 16 meeting at Temple Kol Tikvah in Davidson. Raghavan will talk about new developments in cancer research and how to avoid cancer. The meeting gets under way at 7 pm; a donation of $5 is requested. Space […]
