Cool off this holiday weekend at the Ramsey Creek Park Beach. The North Meck Village Rider will provide free shuttle service from the Cornelius Park and Ride to the park every 15 minutes from 9:30 a.m. until 7:45 p.m. July 4, 6 and 7. Speaking of July 4, the fireworks down Jetton are a Peninsula tradition, but parking—and leaving—can be nightmarish. Beware. While there’s still plenty of summer to go, it’s time to register for fall sports with Cornelius Parks and Rec. Returning teams for the Adult Fall Softball Program may register starting July 15, and new teams may register starting July 22.
Thursday, July 4
Dress in red, white and blue; decorate bikes, wagons and pets for a parade down Main Street in Davidson. Line up at 5:15 at Davidson Elementary School. Da Throwback Band will perform on the town green at 6 p.m.
Trump National Golf Course will launch fireworks beginning at 9:30 p.m. Boaters are welcome to view the fireworks from the lake.
Friday, July 5
Free showing of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” 2-4 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Bring a chair or blanket and the family for live music. 7-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Play moon games and look at the moon and stars through telescopes. Meet at the swim beach parking lot. 7:30-10 p.m. at Lake Norman State Park.
Saturday, July 6
Chef Matt will show you how to cool your palate using foods from the market. Live music by Charlotte Folk Society. 8 a.m.-noon at Veterans Park in Huntersville.
Native and exotic flight birds and their trainers will exhibit their skills. 11 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville.
Full day of music, vendors, food trucks and fun dedicated to women in music and business. 1-11 p.m. at Boat Yard Eats in Cornelius.
Bring a chair or blanket and the family for live music. 7-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Sunday, July 7
Join a ranger for a canoe and kayak trip on Park Lake to explore various plant and animal species. Equipment provided. Registration required. 10-11 a.m. at Lake Norman State Park.
Meet one of our animal ambassadors for a great photo opportunity, take a behind-the-scenes tour of our raptor hospital and meet the eagles. Ages 8 and up; registration required. 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville.
Monday, July 8
The town’s annual, award-winning public art exhibition of sculptures will be on display through January 2020 at Robbins Park in Cornelius.
Tuesday, July 9
Discover the world of science through books, experiments and hands-on activities. This month’s theme is No-Bake Cookies. 2-3 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Meet new friends, have fun and enjoy easy exercise. Twister’s Shag Club is offering seven-week sets of beginner and intermediate lessons with award-winning instructors. $40 per person. 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays starting July 9 at Finish Line Lounge in Mooresville.
Wednesday, July 10
Teens will learn to use a motor and cups to build a robot that can draw. 2-3 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Thursday, July 11
“Red, White & YOU.” Prize for the most patriotic outfit. Bring your business card and copies of your favorite summer recipe. 8-9:30 a.m. at the Charles Mack Citizen Center in Mooresville.
Three puppetry skits based on children’s picture books, with songs and audience interaction in between. 2-3 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Live music every Thursday! 5-9 p.m. at LangTree Lake Norman in Mooresville.
LaLaCaboosa is back! Trey Calloway will perform 6:30-9 p.m. at Veterans Park in Huntersville.
Friday, July 12
Teams from seven states will compete for the Top Gun Softball Summer World Series championship. July 12-14 at Bradford Park in Huntersville and Westmoreland Athletic Complex in Cornelius.
The acting group geared toward elementary-aged students will perform “Jack and the Spaceship Beanstalk.” 10 a.m. at Veterans Park in Huntersville.
Free showing of “Ralph Breaks the Internet.” 2-4 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Bring a chair or blanket and the family for live music. 7-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Monthly festival features live music, food trucks, craft beer, local artists, kids’ activities, more. 6-10 p.m. at Oak Street Mill in Cornelius.
Saturday, July 13
Little Chefs Day! Ages 5-12 invited to learn cooking with Chef Matt. Live music by Charlotte Folk Society. 8 a.m.-noon at Veterans Park in Huntersville.
Clean up the shoreline in Cornelius in the “Keep LKN Green” paddle race; prime for the big race in August. Bring gloves. 8-11 a.m. at Aloha Paddle Sports in Cornelius.
Local artisan fair featuring the Queen City Makers and other artisans, cash bar, cornhole, music. Free admission. Noon-4 p.m. at Magnolia Woods in Huntersville.
Join us in reading and discussing literary books under 350 pages. This month’s selection is “The Vacationers” by Emma Straub. 2-4 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Local youth musicians showcase their talent. 4-9 p.m. at Veterans Park in Huntersville.
Bring a chair or blanket and the family for live music. 7-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Sunday, July 14
Join a ranger for a short hike to discover native flora and fauna. 10 a.m. at Lake Norman State Park.
Communal knitting and audiobook enjoyment. 4-5:30 p.m. at Main Street Books in Davidson.
