July 30: The High Divers perform at River Jams
July 30. Trying to figure out what to do? This calendar, published weekly on Thursdays, can point you to some of the best options in Lake Norman. Submit your entertainment and event news to corneliustoday@gmail.com.
We’ve included some additional dates for events you need to register for in advance. Here’s a look at what’s coming up:
Through July 31: Ballet Workshop
Through July 31
ASC Culture Blocks
Virtually Yours! Summer Edition: Ballet Workshop/Demonstration. Four gifted young ballet dancers join Martha in her private studio for a demonstration of classical ballet technique and solo variations from well-known ballets. Can be enjoyed by Children-Adult. Running time: 50 minutes. Online. Watch here.
July 29-31
6:30 pm. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights through September, US National Whitewater Center, Charlotte. Free ($6 to park). Enjoy live rock, Americana, bluegrass, folk, and funk.
July 30: Delta Fire performs at BIN 110
July 30
9 pm-midnight. Delta Fire. 19712 One Norman Blvd. Suite 110, Cornelius.
Watch Me Dance – Chicago Stepping
7-8 pm Fridays through Dec. 26 at the Huntersville Arts & Cultural Center, 109 S. Old Statesville Rd. Purple Charlotte Steppers presents an interactive dance series that promotes social connectivity and health through movement. This series celebrates American style social dancing. Watch Me Dance highlights the American social dance styles birthed in African-American communities, including Chicago Stepping, Detroit Ballroom and Soul Line Dancing. This series is open to children 10 and older and adult children of all ages. This series features a new class customized for the visually impaired. Contact/Registration: Demond Carter, 704-380-7264; www.purplecharlotte.com.
July 31
9 pm-midnight. Brightside. 19712 One Norman Blvd. Suite 110, Cornelius.
7 pm. Free Reign Theatre and Historic Rural Hill present a night of kilted Shakespeare, Robin Hood, and more. Three course meal by Waiter’s Choice, one complimentary Scotch, and famous theatrical fight scenes performed in the round. Every seat is a front row seat to sword swinging action paired with traditional British culinary delights. Dress code is (optional) Scottish wear. Doors open at 6pm, and show starts at 7 pm. This event is a benefit dinner for Historic Rural Hill and your support is appreciated. Purchasing a reservation covers the cost of one meal and a complimentary Scotch. A cash bar will be on site to provide scotch, beer, and wine for the dinner.
9 am -noon in downtown Davidson. This year’s 36 vendors include: fruits and vegetables, meat and dairy, freshly baked breads and artisanal baked goods, prepared foods, speciality culinary items, beverages, and health and beauty products.
July 31: Paddleboarding lessons
9:30-11 am. The Cornelius Parks & Recreation Department is partnering with the Lake Norman Community Sailing Center to offer stand up paddleboarding lessons.$25 for Cornelius residents, $35 for others.
Aug. 1
Smitty & the Jumpstarters, swinging blues. 6-8 pm on The Village Green downtown Davidson.
Aug. 1: Smitty & The Jumpstarters perform downtown Davidson / Joe Rone photo
Aug. 2
Fall 2021 course registration begins Aug. 2. Classes cater to all ages and skill levels.
Connecting Cornelius Coffee Chat https://www.cornelius.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1247
8:30-9:30 am online. Topics include Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Parks & Recreation and road projects. Sign up here.
Aug. 3
5-7 pm. Davidson residents are invited to join the Davidson Police Department at Roosevelt Wilson Park, 420 Griffith St., to celebrate National Night Out. The event is free and open to the public. On-street parking will be available though residents are encouraged to walk or ride their bikes.
Huntersville National Night Out
6-8 pm North Meck Park, 16131 Old Statesville Rd., Huntersville.
Disc Golf AM League
5:45 pm Tuesdays through Sept. 7 at Bradford Park, 17005 Davidson-Concord Rd., Huntersville. Sign-ups start 5:15-5:40 pm by Hole 1. $5 entry. Info: Pat Bowles, pbowles@huntersville.org.
Aug. 14
5th Annual Gaga Ball Tournament
9 am at the Robbins Park gaga pit for a morning of friendly competition. Open to boys and girls ages 7-12. Age divisions and brackets will be created post-registration based on the ages of the registered participants. Advance registration is encouraged. Online registration is open through Friday, Aug. 13, at 4 pm.
Aug. 14-21: Birkdale Village Restaurant Week
Aug. 14-21
Birkdale Village Restaurant Week
Menus will be offered at $15, $25 and $35 price points.
Aug. 15
Miss May’s Elegant Tea
2-4 pm. Honoring the late Miss May Davidson at Historic Rural Hill, Huntersville. This year’s theme is the Roaring 20’s. Tickets are $30 per adult and $15 per child. More info: www.ruralhill.com/events or 704-875-3113.
Oct. 2
Register now. Davidson Land Conservancy’s Run for Green offers an in-person 5k, 10k, and half marathon, virtual run options, and a variety of volunteer opportunities. After the race, enjoy live music and mingle on the green. Race fees increase after July 31 for the half marathon and Aug. 31 for the 10k and 5k.
