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Plan your August fun: Don’t let August slip away into a moment in time

Friday, Aug. 1

Live Under the Oaks

6-8 pm | Aug. 1. Live entertainment. Bring your chairs or blankets. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Bob Marley Tribute

8 pm | Aug. 1. Featuring Yvad. $20 advance; $25 at door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.

Saturday, Aug. 2

Davidson Farmers Market

9 am – noon | every Saturday through Thanksgiving. Produce, flowers, meat and baked goods. Rain or shine. No pets. 120 S. Main St., Davidson, next to Town Hall between Main and Jackson streets.

Concerts @ the Circle:  Gump Fiction – 90s Tribute

7-9 pm | Aug. 2. Acoustic artist will perform from 5-6:30 pm with the headline artists playing 7 -9 pm. Jetton Street near Clean Juice, 605 D, Jetton St., Davidson.

First Fridays

5-7 pm | Aug. 2. A gallery crawl type of event showcasing artworks from local artists, music and shopping; most businesses will stay open. Main Street and South Main Street, Davidson.

Rock the Park

6:30 pm | Aug. 2. Multi-Platinum Recording Artists 38 Special. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Local food vendors will also be on-site offering delicious refreshments. Liberty Park, 255 E. Iredell Ave., Mooresville 28115.

Rev On

8 pm | Aug. 2. The Foreigner experience. $15. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.

Ghost Hunt at the Hugh Torance House and Store

7:30-9:30 | Aug. 2. An authentic ghost hunt led by the experienced experts at the Charlotte Area Paranormal Society (CAPS). $25 per person; limit 24 participants. Hugh Torance House and Store, 8231 Gilead Rd., Huntersville.

Tuesday, Aug. 5

National Night Out

5:30-7:30 pm | Aug. 5. Cornelius Parks & Recreation joins the Cornelius Police Department in hosting the town’s annual National Night Out. This free public event promotes community safety and crime prevention. An evening filled with family fun, including children’s activities, food, entertainment and more. Smithville Park, 19710 S. Ferry St.

Be Well Birkdale

6-7 pm | Tuesdays through Oct. 22. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through a scannable QR code and earn swag items for every five classes completed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mats. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Music Bingo

6:30–9 pm | Wednesdays in August. Presented by Games With Glen. Team size limited to 8. No round starting after 9 pm. Torrence & Knox restaurant, 20936 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius.

Wednesday, Aug. 6

North Meck Farmers Market

9 am to noon | Wednesdays through Sept. 24. Fresh, local vegetables, meats, baked goods and more. In partnership with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Food Policy Council. Behind Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.

Trivia League Night

6:30–9 pm | Wednesdays in August. Presented by Games With Glen. Team size limited to 8. No round starting after 9 pm. Torrence & Knox restaurant, 20936 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius.

Birkdale Buds

10:30 am to noon | Wednesdays through Oct. 23. Pre-school aged little buds are invited for interactive playdates including arts and crafts, story time, face painting and other kid-centric activities. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Thursday, Aug. 7 – Sunday, Aug. 10

Jesus Christ Superstar

7:30 pm Aug 7-9, 3 pm Aug. 10. Teen Summer Stock Series production. Pricing from $18.58 to $35.15. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave.

Friday, Aug. 8

Paint & Sip like Andy Warhol

6-9 pm | Aug. 8. Includes supplies, artist instruction, an inclusive bar with wine, beer and non-alcoholic options, and light munchies. $100. Cain Center for the Arts, Catawba Avenue, Cornelius.

Movies in the Park: The Wild Robot

8-10 pm | Aug. 8. Movies start at dusk and are open to the public. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs Veterans’ Park, Main and Maxwell streets, downtown Huntersville.

Live Under the Oaks

6-8 pm | Aug. 8. Live entertainment. Bring your chairs or blankets. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Zoso

8 pm | Aug. 8. The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience. $20 advance; $25 at door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.

Saturday, Aug. 9

Lights, Camera, Birkdale

7:30 pm | Aug. 9. Madagascar. Seating is first come, first serve. Attendees are encouraged to bring additional blankets and chairs. No outside food or beverage is permitted, but takeout from onsite restaurants is encouraged. Coolers are prohibited. Events are subject to cancellation pending weather conditions. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Concert on the Green

6-8 pm | Aug. 9. Shake the Dust – Americana. Town Green, downtown Davidson.

Davidson Farmers Market

9 am – noon | every Saturday through Thanksgiving. Produce, flowers, meat and baked goods.Rain or shine. No pets. 120 S. Main St., Davidson, next to Town Hall between Main and Jackson streets.

Trae Pierce & The T-Stones

8 pm | Aug. 9. $10 advance; $15 at door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.

Tuesday, Aug. 12

Be Well Birkdale

6-7 pm | Tuesdays through Oct. 22. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through a scannable QR code and earn swag items for every five classes completed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mats. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Wednesday, Aug. 13

Trivia League Night

6:30–9 pm | Wednesdays in August. Presented by Games With Glen. Team size limited to 8. No round starting after 9 pm. Torrence and Knox restaurant, 20936 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius.

Birkdale Buds

10:30 am to noon | Wednesdays through Oct. 23. Pre-school aged little buds are invited for interactive playdates including arts and crafts, story time, face painting and other kid-centric activities. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Friday, Aug. 15

Sundown Sounds

7:30-9:30 pm | Aug. 15. Gary Lowder & Smoking’ Hot. Bring a blanket or your chairs. Ramsey Creek Park, 18441 Nantz Rd.

Live Under the Oaks

6-8 pm | Aug. 15. Live entertainment. Bring your chairs or blankets. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

No Fences

8 pm | Aug. 15. Garth Brooks tribute. $20advance; $20 at door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.

Saturday, Aug. 16

Stand-Up for Good

8 pm | Aug. 16. comedy show fundraiser benefiting Pharos Parenting and their child abuse prevention efforts in North Mecklenburg County. This year’s headliner is Andy Forrester. Pricing from $29.78 to $83.53. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave.

HEARTS Sacred Grounds

2 pm | Aug. 2. Exploration at the historic Iredell Jail with Dr. Julia Moore. Live music. Iredell Arts Council, 203 South Meeting St., Statesville.

Concerts @ the Circle: Simple Sole Band – Country

7-9 pm | Aug. 16. Acoustic artist will perform from 5 – 6:30 pm with the headline artists playing 7 -9 pm. Jetton Street near Clean Juice, 605 D, Jetton St., Davidson.

Davidson Farmers Market

9 am – noon | every Saturday through Thanksgiving. Produce, flowers, meat and baked goods.Rain or shine. No pets. 120 S. Main St., Davidson, next to Town Hall between Main and Jackson streets.

Tuesday, Aug. 19

Be Well Birkdale

6-7 pm | Tuesdays through Oct. 22. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through a scannable QR code and earn swag items for every five classes completed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mats. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Music Bingo

6:30–9 pm | Wednesdays in August. Presented by Games With Glen. Team size limited to 8. No round starting after 9 pm. Torrence & Knox restaurant, 20936 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius.

Wednesday, Aug. 20

North Meck Farmers Market

9 am to noon | Wednesdays through Sept. 24. Fresh, local vegetables, meats, baked goods and more. In partnership with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Food Policy Council. Behind Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.

Trivia League Night

6:30–9 pm | Wednesdays in August. Presented by Games With Glen. Team size limited to 8. No round starting after 9 pm. Torrence and Knox restaurant, 20936 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius.

Birkdale Buds

10:30 am to noon | Wednesdays through Oct. 23. Pre-school aged little buds are invited for interactive playdates including arts and crafts, story time, face painting and other kid-centric activities. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Thursday, Aug. 21

LaLaCaboosa – Downtown Music Series

6-9 pm | Aug. 21. Grab your lawn chairs/blankets and enjoy an evening of live music. A food truck and beverage vendor will be onsite with food and drinks for purchase. Veterans Park at Main & Maxwell streets, downtown Huntersville.

Friday, Aug. 22

Live Under the Oaks

6-8 pm | Aug. 22. Live entertainment. Bring your chairs or blankets. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

24K Magic

8 pm – midnight Aug. 22. Tribute to Bruno Mars. $20 advance; $25 door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.

Saturday, Aug. 23

WNC Bigfoot. Festival

10 am – 5 pm | Aug. 23. Contests, speakers, music, food and fun; everything Bigfoot. Free parking and free shuttle service and the event is free to attend. Marion, NC.

The Verve Pipe

Lost at the Lake concert series

7:30 pm | Aug. 23. The Verve Pipe has spent the better part of three decades in evolution, creating a sound that transcends genre and generation. It’s a sound rooted in pop hooks, alt-rock guitars, and the sharp songwriting of frontman Brian VanderArk. All Ages. No outside food, beverages or pets allowed. $25 advance; $35 at the door. Rain or shine at Lost Worlds Brewing at 19700-D One Norman Blvd., Cornelius.

The Reflex with Synchronicity

7 pm | Aug. 23. A tribute to Duran Duran. $15 advance; $25 at door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.

Davidson Farmers Market

9 am – noon | every Saturday through Thanksgiving. Produce, flowers, meat and baked goods.Rain or shine. No pets. 120 S. Main St., Davidson, next to Town Hall between Main and Jackson streets.

Sunday, Aug. 24

Concert on the Green

6-8 pm | Aug.24. Gospelfest – Gospel. Town Green, downtown Davidson.

Be Well Birkdale

6-7 pm | Tuesdays through Oct. 22. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through a scannable QR code and earn swag items for every five classes completed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mats. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Tuesday, Aug. 26

Euchre Night

6:30–9 pm | No partners required. Pre-registration encouraged. Torrence & Knox restaurant, 20936 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius.

Wednesday, Aug. 27

North Meck Farmers Market

9 am to noon | Wednesdays through Sept. 24. Fresh, local vegetables, meats, baked goods and more. In partnership with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Food Policy Council. Behind Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.

Trivia League Night

6:30–9 pm | Wednesdays in August. Presented by Games With Glen. Team size limited to 8. No round starting after 9 pm. Torrence and Knox restaurant, 20936 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius.

Birkdale Buds

10:30 am to noon | Wednesdays through Oct. 23. Pre-school aged little buds are invited for interactive playdates including arts and crafts, story time, face painting and other kid-centric activities. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Friday, Aug. 29

Shovels & Ropes

7:30 pm | Aug. 29. The duo hails from Charleston, SC, and are known for their masterful songcraft, powerful harmonies and high energy performances. Pricing from $41.83 to $73.48. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave.

Thurston Howell Band

8 pm | Aug. 29. Premier yacht rock. $15 advance; $20 at door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.

Live Under the Oaks

6-8 pm | Aug. 29. Live entertainment. Bring your chairs or blankets. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Saturday, Aug. 30

tim meadowsTim Meadows

7:30 pm | Aug. 30. Tim Meadows is an actor/writer comedian who was one of the longest-running cast members on Saturday Night Live, where he appeared for 10 seasons. $41.83 to $63.43. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave.

Unknown Artist

8 pm | Aug. 30. A Tribute to Classic & Modern Rock. $10 advance; $15 at door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.

• Send your event information to corneliustoday@gmail.com. Deadline is the 15th of the month for the print calendar; one week in advance for online/newsletter calendars.

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