2-5 pm | July 29. Pre-teens and teens can kick back, relax, and enjoy “Mean Girls.” No registration needed. North County Regional Library, 16500 Holly Crest Ln., Huntersville.
Wednesday, July 31
Summertime Storytime
1:30 pm | July 31. Hosted by the Town of Davidson Police Department, the Davidson Public Library and Main Street Books. Bring your kids of all ages and a blanket, chair and snacks to the Town Green and the steps of the Davidson Public Library, 119 Main St.
Wednesday, July 31
Chronicles of Yarnia Discussion Group
1-3 pm | Wednesdays. Join fellow yarn and textile enthusiasts to share inspiration, ideas and stories from your experiences as knitters and crocheters. Bring your own project to work on; no supplies are provided. North County Regional Library, 16500 Holly Crest Ln., Huntersville.
Thursday, Aug. 1
6 pm | Aug. 1. A community celebration with live jazz, soul and R&B. Bring a friend and your dancing shoes. Free. David B. Waymer Recreation Center, 14008 Holbrooks Rd., Huntersville.
Friday, Aug. 2
11:30 am-1pm | Aug 2. Nubia Food Truck for Mediterranean. Bring your friends, family, and co-workers and enjoy lunch. The picnic tables will be available for seating. Cain Park, 21336 Catawba Ave.
Taylor Nation — Taylor Swift Tribute
8 pm | Aug. 2. From the country-infused melodies of Taylor’s early albums to the chart-topping pop hits that followed. Must be 21 years old to attend. $20 in advance. $25 at the door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.
6 pm food trucks; 6:30 pm show | Aug. 2. Radio Revolver. The amphitheater has open lawn seating. Bring a chair, blanket and rock the park. Free. Liberty Park, 255 E. Iredell Ave., Downtown Mooresville.
6-8 pm | Aug. 2. Unwind with live musical performance. No coolers are allowed on property. A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks for beverage needs. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. Seating space may be limited. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Saturday, Aug. 3
10-11:30 am | Aug. 3. Kid racers will construct their own toy brick car, then race one another in multiple heats until a champion is crowned. Additional awards will be given for best design and most unique design. Event is free, but registration is required. For ages 7-14. Cain Park, downtown Cornelius.
9:30-11 am; arrive no later than 9:15 am so that class can start on time | Aug. 3. This class is designed for paddlers who have little to no experience kayaking on calm water. Participants will spend 20-30 minutes in the classroom with the rest of the time on the water. All sessions will be lead with experienced and qualified instructors. Must register. Cost per person: $30 for residents, $36 others. Lake Norman Community Sailing Center, 15901 NC-73, located within Blythe Landing Park, Cornelius.
Mooresville Festival of Food Truck
5-8:30 pm | Aug. 3. Bring a chair, hang out in the street eating food truck fare and listening to music. Downtown Mooresville.
9 am – noon | Aug. 3. Market lineup: Produce, plants, meats, cheese, candies, cooking demonstrations and more. Davidson Farmers Market, 120 S Main St., Davidson.
10 am – 1 pm | Aug. 3. Fun-filled family event features the shaded Raptor Trail, where special water activities will keep everyone refreshed. Kona Ice truck will be onsite. Feathered residents will also join in the summer celebrations with special ice enrichment activities. Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Rd., Huntersville.
11 am – 3 pm | Aug. 3. Can’t go to Sturgis but staying home is not an option. Come to Tilley Harley-Davidson for and amazing day of fun with contests, bike games, bike show, live music with Hella Stellar, Muchachos Tacos food truck. Tilley Harley-Davidson, 1226 Morland Dr., Statesville 28677.
8 am-12 noon | Aug. 3. Market lineup: Fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, crafts and more. Veterans Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Rd., Huntersville.
5- 6:30 pm, acoustic artist. 7-9 pm headliner | Aug. 3. Camel City Yacht Club – Yacht Rock. Jetton Street near Clean Juice, 605 D, Davidson.
Public concert
3 pm | Aug. 3. The Carolina Youth Orchestra Summer Festival will culminate in a public concert held at Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College.
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