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Upcoming Events

Events Sept 13 – Sept 23

Learn more about the tolls for I-77 Express at a public hearing tonight in Huntersville.  On Monday, the Organ at Davidson series begins its 13th season with a concert in both Lingle Chapel and in the sanctuary at Davidson College Presbyterian Church.  Dr. Elizabeth Harrison will perform works by Bach, Buxtehude, Walter, Krebs and Boehm in a program called “Around Bach.”
Thursday, Sept. 13
I-77 Mobility Partners will conduct a public hearing to describe toll pricing methodology and present proposed initial rates for I-77 Express. 6:30 p.m. at Huntersville United Methodist Church.
Democrats of North Mecklenburg has invited every candidate that will be on the ballot in North Mecklenburg to its September 13 meeting. RSVP by replying to democrats@demsofnorthmeck.org7 p.m. at Magnolia Woods in Huntersville.
The Lake Norman Wildlife Conservationists will present “HOOF: Hunters Offering Others Food.” Learn how local deer hunters provided protein for more than 11,000 meals for the local food pantry last year, and how you can help. 7 p.m. at Gander Outdoors in Mooresville.
Friday, Sept. 14
10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Historic Latta Plantation in Huntersville.
Mooresville Arts will open its Multicultural Art Exhibit with a reception. The exhibit will be on display through Sept. 276-8 p.m. at the Mooresville Arts Depot.
Join the Piedmont Amateur Astronomy Club and rangers to explore the night sky. 7:30 p.m. at Lake Norman State Park in Troutman.
Saturday, Sept. 15
8 a.m.-noon in downtown Davidson.
Join the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 321 and the Town of Huntersville Parks and Recreation for their annual Veterans Park Car and Truck Show. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Veterans Park in Huntersville.
Get lost in a giant seven-acre corn maze featuring more than two miles of interconnected paths, take a hay ride, play cornhole, have a picnic and hike trails. Open weekends through Nov. 4 at Historic Rural Hill in Huntersville.
Try your hand at the classic game from “Harry Potter,” attend wizarding classes, meet local authors, visit Daigon Alley, more. All tickets include admission to the Amazing Maize Maze. Sept. 15-16 at Historic Rural Hill in Huntersville.
Showcase of various international regions through food, visual and performing arts, education and cultural outreach. 4-9 p.m. in downtown Mooresville.
Performing Arts and Literary Society will host one-act stage readings of original works, each followed by a feedback session from the audience. Proceeds support arts education and community advocacy. 2 p.m. at the Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius.
Bring lawn chairs and blankets to see “Justice League” on the big screen. 6-10 p.m. at Bailey Road Park in Cornelius.
Sunday, Sept. 16
Sample food from Birkdale’s restaurants and local food trucks, hear live music by the Party Parrot Band, taste beer from local breweries. Event benefits Hospice and Palliative Care Lake Norman. 3-7 p.m. at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Experience the unique character of the contrabass as performed by Kurt Riecken along with other members of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. 3 p.m. at Davidson College.
Free ticket voucher for donors. 3-6:30 p.m. at Regal Theaters 16 at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
The Davidson College Symphony and Jazz Ensemble will perform at 6 p.m. on the Davidson Town Green.
Monday, Sept. 17
Cardio Funk is held at 6:30 p.m. Mondays and 9 a.m. Saturdays at the Bailey Road Recreation Center in Cornelius.
The 13th season of Organ at Davidson begins with a program showcasing both of the church’s pipe organs. The organist is Dr. Elizabeth Harrison, assistant professor of music at Pfeiffer University. Free. Reception follows concert.7:30 p.m. at Davidson College Presbyterian Church.
Tuesday, Sept. 18
Main Street Books invites you to an author luncheon featuring Kathryn Schwille. Noon-1:30 p.m. at the Davidson Icehouse.
Join a free rehearsal any Tuesday in September. 6:30 p.m. at the Bailey Road Recreation Center in Cornelius.
UCLA professor Amy Richlin will present “The Arab Girl: Human Trafficking in Roman Comedy.” 7:30 p.m. at Davidson College.
Wednesday, Sept. 19
Kids in grades K-5 invited to “No Bake Apple Pie.” Discover the world of science through books, hands-on activities and experiments about cooking and apples! 2-3 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Thursday, Sept. 20
Beyond Walls is Cornelius’s annual, award-winning exhibition. Open through January 31, 2019 at Robbins Park in Cornelius.
Friday, Sept. 21
Join Duke Energy for a three-part discussion on one of the greatest environmental assets in our region, Lake Norman. 8:30-10 a.m. at the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce in Cornelius.
Carolina Vocal Projects presents an evening of popular operatic and musical theatre favorites called “Songs You Love to Sing.” 8 p.m. Sept. 21-22 at the Warehouse Performing Arts Center in Cornelius.
See “Free Willy” on the big screen. 8:30 p.m. on the Mooresville Town Hall lawn.
Saturday, Sept. 22
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.
Get lost in a giant seven-acre corn maze featuring more than two miles of interconnected paths, take a hay ride, play cornhole, have a picnic and hike trails. Open weekends through Nov. 4 at Historic Rural Hill in Huntersville.
 Eclectic art crawl with local vendors, live performances, food, more. 2-8 p.m. in Old Town Cornelius.
Stroll through a showcase of more than 40 of the area’s best artists and craftsmen. Enjoy live music on the green, a children’s art area, food, more. 5-9 p.m. in downtown Davidson.
Sunday, Sept. 23
Take a walk with volunteer and wildlife photographer Joe Amodeo. Space limited. 8-10 a.m. at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville.
The Baroque ensemble and guest soprano Molly Quinn will present a “walking tour” of Venice through the music of its 17th-century masters and in the words of Mark Twain. 3-5 p.m. at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Davidson.