Upcoming Events
Events March 7 – March 17
Have a bright idea? The Cornelius PARC Department is accepting submissions for its first juried exhibition, “Bright Ideas.” Historic Latta Plantation invites gardeners to grow organic vegetables, herbs and flowers in its community garden. Pianist Phillip Bush will perform works by Bridge, Mozart and Brahms Piano Concert at Davidson College. And don’t forget spring your clocks forward 2 am Sunday! Thursday, […]
Events February 28 – March 10
The Cornelius PARC Department will open registration for their 2019 summer camps at 7 a.m. this Friday, March 1. The 2019 Summer Camp Guide is now available and includes all of the details, dates and descriptions for over 125 half-day and mini sports, arts and recreation camps, as well as eight weekly full-day camps. PARC is excited to announce […]
Events February 21 – March 3
The annual Black History Month Celebration is Saturday at Cornelius Town Hall. Live performances, children’s activities and refreshments will make for a memorable afternoon. Guest speaker and historian Dr. Tom Hanchett, retired from Levine Museum of the New South, will deliver a presentation on the Smithville Rosenwald School. And don’t forget to stop by Town Hall between now and Feb. 25 […]
Events February 14 – February 24
Parents’ Night Out is Friday at the Cornelius Arts Center. In celebration of Black History Month, the Davidson College Symphony Orchestra will perform William Grant Still’s “Afro-American Symphony,” the first symphony composed by an African American to be performed by a major orchestra. The Concert is 7:30 p.m. at Davidson College. Thursday, Feb. 14 Victorian Valentine Homeschool Day Learn […]
Events February 7 – February 17
The Cornelius Youth Orchestras is currently registering youth musicians for the spring semester. They are also introducing a new entry-level string orchestra, the CYO Prelude Strings, for students just beginning their music education journey. Both programs meet weekly at Bailey Middle School. Thursday, Feb. 7 Monthly Fiber Circle All knitters, weavers, quilters and other fiber artists are […]
Events January 31 – February 10
See beautiful work by local artists at the Cornelius Arts Center’s annual “Home Grown” exhibit featuring an eclectic mix of art at affordable prices. Cornelius Today Editor Dave Yochum is pouring wine at the opening reception Friday night. Connect with the new police chief first thing Monday at Harvey’s. Thursday, Jan. 31 Author Visit Meet local celebrity columnist and podcast […]
Events January 24 – February 2
The Arts and Science Council presents Connect With Culture Days to provide the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community with free cultural experiences and activities. On Friday, visit Cornelius Town Hall for free visual arts experiences. On Saturday, enjoy free admission and an art lesson at the Carolina Raptor Center. See the ASC website for a full listing of activities. Thursday, Jan. 24 […]
Events January 17 – January 27
Meet your new legislators unfiltered at the Newsmakers Breakfast next Thursday at The Peninsula Club. NC Sen. Natasha Marcus and NC Rep. Christy Clark will answer questions live from the audience. Registration is now open for spring youth acting and production classes with The Connie Co. at Davidson Community Players. Ensemble productions are scaled back to emphasize process, with actors taking an active […]
Events January 10 – January 20
The Cornelius Arts Center is accepting entries for the “Home Grown” exhibit through Jan. 15. This non-juried show features a variety of works by artists from Cornelius and the surrounding areas. The exhibit will be open from Feb.1 to March 30. The Lake Norman Chamber’s gala is next week, on the 18th at The Peninsula […]
Events January 3 – January 13
Take time during this indoor season to appreciate the arts. Paul Farmer’s “Un-Cover, Re-Cover” exhibition is open through Jan. 11 at the Cornelius Arts Center. The Arts Center’s winter session of classes for adults and youth begins Jan. 7, and drop-in art is open on Mondays and Thursdays for preschoolers and homeschoolers. If you feel like a stroll outdoors, don’t […]
