If you’ve been to The Marketplace, you know it is a great place to find a fashion-forward accessory or gift. And you also know it’s a place with a mission to help women all over the world escape poverty and trafficking by building their craft-making and entrepreneurial skills. Come hear first-hand about The Marketplace’s latest campaign to rescue women from sex trafficking in Bangkok. Kay Killar, a missionary and director of Marketplace partner Samaritan Creations, will share what it is like to walk the red light district of Bangkok and build relationships with women trapped there. Killar will speak at 6 p.m. Wednesday, and the event will be streamed live on Facebook and Instagram starting at 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 12
Community hot dog lunch will be offered each Thursday in June and July. Donations welcome. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Bethel Presbyterian Church in Cornelius.
Officials from Huntersville, Cornelius and Davidson discuss regionalism, communication among lake towns and transportation projects. Open to the public. 5:30 p.m. at Cornelius Town Hall.
LaLaCaboosa series welcomes variety dance band Summerdaze. 6:30-9 p.m. at Veterans Park in Huntersville.
LangTree Live concerts are held every Thursday during the summer. Colby Dobbs will perform 7-9 p.m. at LangTree Lake Norman in Mooresville.
Based on the 1991 movie, this emotional journey depicts the blissful ignorance of youth as three young Marines set out for a final boys’ night before their deployment to Vietnam. July 12-22 at The Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius.
Friday, July 13
The Ben Gatlin Band headlines an evening of music, food trucks, craft brews, local artists, kids’ activities, more. 6-10 p.m. at Oak Street Mill in Cornelius.
Opening reception of a judged group exhibit showcasing the diversity and creative work of local photographers. 6-8 p.m. at the Mooresville Art Gallery.
Live music every Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer. Groove Masters will perform 7-9 p.m. at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Saturday, July 14
8 a.m.-noon at Veterans Park in Huntersville.
8 a.m.-noon in downtown Davidson.
A doctor gives a brief presentation on a health topic and then leads participants on a walk. Healthy snacks, coffee, water, and blood pressure checks are offered free of charge. 9-10 a.m. at the Davidson Town Green.
Come play and enjoy raffles, free coffee from Summit, character visit. 9 a.m.-noon at The Davidson Playhouse.
New and favorite food trucks, beer and wine, music. 5-8:30 p.m. in downtown Mooresville.
Join us for great talks and serious fun as we take a look at some of the biggest movies out there and what we can learn from them. 5:30 p.m. at The Cove Church in Mooresville.
Imusination is an exciting new family-friendly event showcasing talent in our community. Register online. 7 p.m. at Brick Row in Cornelius.
Live music every Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer. Bonfire Country will perform 7-9 p.m. at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Singer/songwriter Sarah Tucker, winner of the 2015 Appalachian Songwriting Challenge, will perform. Free. 7:30-10:30 p.m. at Four Corners Framing Gallery in Mooresville.
Sunday, July 15
Enjoy a variety of “nose to beak” encounters with some of our most interesting raptor species. 10 a.m. at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville.
11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Catawba Presbyterian Church in Huntersville.
Join Business Leaders Unleashed and Harvey’s for crawfish, cornhole, live music, bounce house and dunk tank. Must purchase tickets for crawfish boil by July 6. 1-6 p.m. at Harvey’s in Cornelius.
Monday, July 16
Learn fun things about germs with the story of Sick Simon. Grades K-2. 2-3 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Tuesday, July 17
Cross through Platform 9 3/4, get sorted and celebrate the world of Harry Potter with snacks and activities! Grades 3-5. 2-3 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Wednesday, July 18
The Marketplace has rescued four women from trafficking in Bangkok, Thailand through Samaritan Creations. Kay Killar, director of Samaritan Creations, will share her experiences in Thailand. 6-8 p.m. at The Marketplace in Cornelius.
Join the Cornelius Police Department for a family-friendly event about bicycle and pedestrian safety. 7-8:30 p.m. at Cornelius Town Hall.
Thursday, July 19
Community hot dog lunch will be offered each Thursday in June and July. Donations welcome. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Bethel Presbyterian Church in Cornelius.
Author Scott Reintgen will present “How to Get an Agent.” 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Main Street Books in Davidson.
The Davidson Community players present the story of strong Southern women making their way over life’s many hurdles together. July 19-29 at the Duke Family Performance Hall at Davidson College.
LangTree Live concerts are held every Thursday during the summer. Bad Company tribute band Bad Co will perform 7-9 p.m. at LangTree Lake Norman in Mooresville.
Friday, July 20
Morning out for ages 1-5 will feature singing, dancing, instruments, stories and more with Bach to Rock. 10-11:30 a.m. at Veterans Park in Huntersville.
Free showing of “Paddington 2.” 2-4 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Top Gun Softball Summer World Series features teams from eight states. July 20-22 at the Westmoreland Athletic Complex in Cornelius.
Live music every Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer. The John T. Woodall Band will perform 7-9 p.m. at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Saturday, July 21
Boat hosts will treat “bigs” and “littles” of Big Brothers Big Sisters to a day of lake fun and a picnic. Meeting times and places vary.
Get “Back to the Roots” with music from Perpetual Groove, Atlas Road Crew, The Paper Crowns, Lisa Denovo, many more. Proceeds go to Girls Rock Charlotte. July 21 at 15305 Black Farms Road in Huntersville.
Join us for great talks and serious fun as we take a look at some of the biggest movies out there and what we can learn from them. 5:30 p.m. at The Cove Church in Mooresville.
Live music every Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer. The Stark Reality Band will perform 7-9 p.m. at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Sunday, July 22
Hosted by drummer Brian Burton and bassist Scott McCloud, musicians of all kinds are welcome to participate. 6-9 p.m. at Old Town Public House in Cornelius.
