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Pups and Pints

Weekender: Pups & Pints, Van Morrison tribute, Novant LKN race

Oct. 9. Here’s a look at some exciting things happening this weekend around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last minute updates or changes. Thursday, Oct. 9 One Irish Rover: Van Morrison Tribute 7 pm | Oct. 9. Putting together the best of the old, new and eclectic songs of Van Morrison is daunting, […]

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Weekly Calendar: National Night Out, comedian Jim Florentine

Oct. 6. Here’s a look at some exciting things happening this week around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last minute updates or changes. Tuesday, Oct. 7 National Night Out (rescheduled) 5:30-7:30 pm | Oct. 7.  Join the Cornelius Police and Parks & Recreation Departments for this free public event promoting community safety and […]

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Weekender: Vanderpump Rules star rocks Boatyard

Oct. 2. Here is a look at some exciting things happening this weekend around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last-minute updates or changes. Friday, Oct. 3 First Fridays 5-7 pm | Oct. 3. A gallery crawl type of event showcasing artworks from local artists, music and shopping; most businesses will stay open. Main […]

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The spooky and the kooky: October events

 Here’s a look at some exciting things happening in October around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last-minute updates or changes. Tuesday, Sept. 30 A Night For Paws 2025 6-10 pm | Sept. 30. Dinner, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live and silent auction items, live entertainment, raffles and the opportunity to support the lifesaving work […]

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25th All-American Dog Show Sept. 28

Sept. 25. The 25th annual All-American Dog Show returns Sunday, bringing together hundreds of dogs and their owners for a day of festivities and contests. The event, organized by Cornelius Parks and Recreation, will be held on the grass field at Robbins Park in Cornelius. Attendance is free and open to the public, but registration […]

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Weekender: Dog Show and Bailey’s Glen Artisan Market

Sept. 25. Here’s a look at some exciting things happening this weekend around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last-minute updates or changes. ‘Tawba Walk on Saturday has been canceled due to the weather forecast. Friday, Sept. 26 River Rock at Alexander Farms Fall Festival 4-6pm | Sept. 26. Inaugural event with fall decor, […]

Run for Green

Davidson’s annual Run for Green road race this Saturday

Sept. 24. The 20th Annual Run for Green will take place on Saturday with three courses of varying distance around Davidson. The 10K and 5k races begin at 8:00 a.m. and the 1-mile fun run starts at 8:05 a.m. from South Street. Organizers said they canceled the half marathon this year due to the ongoing […]

Oktoberfest

Weekly Calendar: Octoberfests, ‘Tawba Walk and All-American Dog Show

Sept. 22. Here’s a look at some exciting things happening this week around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last minute updates or changes. Monday, Sept. 22 Modern Calligraphy and Pumpkin Lettering 6:30-8 pm | Sept. 22. Class includes 1.5 hours of instruction and demonstration, our beginner’s calligraphy kit (two nibs, black ink pot, […]

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Weekender: Oktoberfest, BBQ+Bourbon and Hough fundraiser

Sept. 18. Here’s a look at some exciting things happening this weekend around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last minute updates or changes. Thursday, Sept. 18 Sip, Savor and Salute 5-7pm | Sept. 18. Enjoy wine/beer, rotating apps and a silent auction on the patio in support of veterans’ mental health and Wounded […]

Empowerment

Lake Norman Empowerment Festival this Saturday

Sept. 17. The annual Lake Norman Empowerment Festival takes place this Saturday at Smithville Park, beginning at 5 p.m. The free, family-friendly event is the largest outdoor gospel gathering in Mecklenburg County. Now in its 19th year, the festival is hosted by Tonya Rivens, a longtime television reporter and former public information officer with the […]