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Weekender Jan. 23-26: Music, comedy, Burns Nights and more

Thursday, Jan. 23

2025 North Meck Priorities Meeting Hosted by Commissioner Elaine Powell

6-7:30 pm | Jan. 23. County Commissioner Elaine Powell invites Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville residents to this event to share priorities and concerns for north Mecklenburg. Doors will open at 5:30 pm.  Refreshments will be served. Also, there will be service updates from Park and Rec and MEDIC. Please RSVP no later than Jan. 20. Northern Regional Recreation Center, 18121 Old Statesville Road Cornelius.

Vitamin String Quartet

7:30 pm | Jan. 23. The pop-culture inspired instrumentalists Vitamin String Quartet (VSQ) will perform the music of Taylor Swift, Bridgerton and beyond. Tickets $29-$55. Sarah Belk Gambrell Center for the Arts and Civic Engagement at Queens University of Charlotte, 2319 Wellesley Ave., Charlotte 28274.

Get your move on

6:30-8:30 pm | second/fourth Thursdays of each month. Free line dance classes. No registration needed. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. Ada Jenkins Center gym, 212 Gamble St., Davidson.

Knit, Chat, Read

1-3 pm | 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month.  Join fellow yarn and textile enthusiasts to share inspiration, ideas, and stories from our experiences as knitters, crocheters and crafters. This program is not led by an instructor; it’s a social circle for sharing, building understanding and community. Bring your own project to work on; no supplies are provided. Must register; space is limited. Davidson Branch Library Community Room, 119 S. Main St., Davidson.

Friday, Jan. 24

Killer Beaz

Killer Beaz

 6:30 pm doors; 7:30 pm show | Jan. 24. Celebrating his 9 seasons on Discovery Channel’s hit series, “Moonshiners”, comedian Killer Beaz is on tour with his outrageously funny and clean comedy show. With decades of comedy clubs, theatres, television, and radio, Killer Beaz is legendary in the comedy industry. Tickets start at $25. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.

Teddy Bear Breakfast

8-9:30 am | Jan. 24. Kids ages 3-6 and their parents can come dressed in their favorite PJ’s for a pancake breakfast, story time to and build a new bear best friend to take home. Registration includes breakfast for one child and adult, new bear best friend and activities. Additional children and adults can be added during registration, which is required. Limited seating. $34 for residents; $44 for others. Cain Center for the Arts, Catawba Avenue.

The Man in Black — Johnny Cash Tribute

8 pm | Jan. 24. With his strikingly similar looks, baritone voice, and spot-on mannerisms, Shawn Barker’s uncanny resemblance to the original “Man In Black” revitalizes the true character and spirit of Mr. Cash himself. Tickets in advance $25; at the door $35. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.

Friday, Jan. 24 and Saturday, Jan. 25

Historic Rural Hill’s Burns Night Dinner

7 pm Jan. 24; 6 pm Jan. 25. Celebrate the legacy of Robert Burns with live piping, a three-course meal catered by Savory Moments, and a complimentary Scotch whisky toast. Experience the camaraderie, toasts, and rich culture of this beloved tradition. Space is limited; tickets must be purchased in advance. $95 person. Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd., Huntersville.

Saturday, Jan. 25

Carbon Leaf

Carbon Leaf

 6:30 pm doors; 7:30 pm show | Jan. 25.  A touring mainstay and an indie folk rock staple, this Virginia quintet’s well-hewn live show and musical style drift in and out of Americana, bluegrass, rock, folk, Celtic and pop traditions with ease, using an arsenal of instruments to define the band’s lively stage presence and sonic landscape. Tickets start at $30. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.

Rookie Lynne — Live in Mooresville

7:30 – 9:30 pm | Jan. 25. $32. The Joe Knox Theater at the Charles Mack Citizen Center, 215 N. Main St., Mooresville 28115.

• 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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