Upcoming Events
Events March 28 – April 7
Online registration is open for the Cornelius Arts Center’s spring art classes in pottery, drawing, painting and more. The five-week sessions start the week of April 22. Be sure to check out the Rural Hill food truck rally Saturday afternoon. The Cornelius Pacers is a new social running group for all abilities. The group will focus on goal setting, […]
Events March 21 – March 31
Torrence Chapel AME Zion Church is hosting its annual port-a-pit barbecue dinner this Friday and Saturday. Registration is now open for summer camps at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville. Sign up to learn more about wildlife habits, habitats and care. Thursday, March 21 Community Read Book Club Join us as we read “Wishtree” by Katherine Applegate. […]
Events March 14 – March 24
Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day at Latta Plantation’s Celtic Festival this weekend with dancers, Celtic warriors, craftsmen, whiskey tastings, food trucks and a beer garden. Be sure to check out The Galway Hooker‘s two-day outdoorparty; the weather looks charmin’ Saturday and Sunday, with sunny skies and temps in the 50s. Thursday, March 14 Drop-in Art Preschoolers and homeschoolers ages […]
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 […]
