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Upcoming Events

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 that their increased capacity in full-day camps will allow even more children to participate in this extremely popular program! Cornelius residents will have priority registration March 1-14 for full-day camps only.

Thursday, Feb. 28

Live Performance

High school students at the Community School of Davidson have adapted Salman Rushdie’s book “Haroun and the Sea of Stories” into a play. Performances will be Feb. 28, March 1 and March 3 at the CSD Black Box in Davidson.

Reading and Discussion

Main Street Books is pleased to partner with Lake Norman Connects to offer a special reading of “Julián is a Mermaid” by Jessica Love. Storyteller Jamie will follow Julián’s journey of self-love and sequined tails with a guided discussion geared toward elementary-aged readers. 5-6 p.m. at Main Street Books in Davidson.

Lake Norman Covekeepers

The new Catawba Riverkeeper, Brandon Jones, will give a brief update on the storm water ordinance campaign, followed by hands-on training for the presence of bacteria in our water. 7 p.m. at St. Peter by-the-Lake Episcopal Church in Denver.

Benedictions

Davidson Community Players presents the story of Jesse Bradshaw Warren, a Presbyterian minister who appears to have everything. But when tragedy strikes, everything in Jesse’s life comes into question. Feb. 21-March 10 at the Armour Street Theatre in Davidson.

Friday, March 1

“Home Grown” Exhibit

Popular, annual exhibit features an eclectic mix of work from local artists in all variety of media. Feb 1-March 30 at the Cornelius Arts Center.

Bells Books Book Club

Discussion of “The Desire Map: A Guide to Creating Goals With Soul” by Danielle LaPorte. 10 a.m. at Bells Box in Cornelius.

Saturday, March 2

Book Signing

Join Laura King Edwards, author of “Run to the Light,” for a three-mile group run followed by a book signing. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Main Street Books in Davidson.

Career Fulfillment Workshop

Kathy Zering of Live Amazing Coaching will present “How to Coach Yourself for More Career Fulfillment and Success.” Registration requested. 2-3 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.

Work-Life Balance

Join writer, licensed psychotherapist and UNCC Professor Emeritus Bryan Robinson for a conversation about work-life balance, as outlined in his new book “#Chill.” 4-5 p.m. at Main Street Books in Davidson.

Improv Comedy

Now Are the Foxes will perform at 8 p.m. at The Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius.

Sunday, March 3

Wedding Show

Annual “Sip and Seek” show is an intimate setting for couples and vendors to meet while enjoying complimentary wine, food and door prizes. 1-4 p.m. at Historic Rural Hill in Huntersville.

Jewish Film Festival

“Golda’s Balcony, the Film” tells the amazing story of Golda Meir. 4-6 p.m. at Our Town Cinemas in Davidson.

Monday, March 4

Connecting Cornelius

Mayor Woody Washam will deliver a State of Our Town address, then the floor will be opened for questions. 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Harvey’s in Cornelius.

Monthly Cooking Guild

Meet with other cooking enthusiasts for discussions and activities focusing on hearth cooking. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Historic Latta Plantation in Huntersville.

Tuesday, March 5

Winter Concert

The Cornelius Youth Orchestras will perform. 7 p.m. at Bailey Middle School in Cornelius.

Wednesday, March 6

Yoga at the Cabin

Weekly class focuses on breath and relaxation. All levels welcome. 9-9:55 a.m. at The Bradford Store in Huntersville.

Thursday, March 7

Monthly Fiber Circle

All who enjoy knitting, crochet, weaving and other fiber arts are invited to bring current projects or simply come to learn more. Free. 10 a.m.-noon at Historic Latta Plantation in Huntersville.

Author Visit

Join bestselling authors Brendan Reichs and Ally Condie to celebrate the release of the stunning finale of Reichs’ “Project Nemesis” trilogy, “Chrysalis.” 7 p.m. at Main Street Books in Davidson.

Friday, March 8

Homeschool Educator Day

Learn more about nuclear energy and sharing the information with your children. Registration required. 9 a.m.-noon at the EnergyExplorium in Huntersville.

Saturday, March 9

Midwinter Keelboat Regatta

8 a.m.-5 p.m. March 9-10 at the Lake Norman Yacht Club in Mooresville.

Beginner Knitting Workshop

Learn the basics and how to knit a scarf and a kitchen scrubby. Pre-registration required. $25. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Historic Latta Plantation in Huntersville.

Luck O’ The Pups

Come out to enjoy beer, hear live music and adopt a dog! A portion of proceeds goes to dog rescue groups. Noon-5 p.m. at Primal Brewery in Huntersville.

Saint Patrick’s Day Parade

A celebration including the Mooresville Police Department, Mooresville Fire and Rescue, Irish pipe band, Irish dance, more. 3 p.m. in downtown Mooresville.

Sunday, March 10

Kids’ Open Hearth Cooking

Kids ages 9 and up are invited to learn 19th-century cooking techniques. Pre-registration required. $25. 1-4 p.m. at Historic Latta Plantation in Huntersville.

Piano Concert

Pianist Phillip Bush will perform works by Bridge, Mozart and Brahms. 3 p.m. at Davidson College.