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Soundbarrier plays Aug. 13 at Birkdale Village. Photo via Facebook

Hottest bets this weekend, Aug. 13-15

Here’s some of the best of what’s going on around Lake Norman this weekend. Aug. 13 Live Under The Oaks  6-8 pm. SoundBarrier plays a variety of classic rock and pop, beach and country from the 60’s to now. Bring a chair or blanket sit on. The Grove across from Starbucks at Birkdale Village, Huntersville. […]

Darrell Harwood performs at LangTree Lake Norman on Aug. 12. Photo LangTree Lake Norman

Events in mid-August are hot, just like the weather

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: Aug. […]

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It’s Friday the 13th: Afraid to go out? Get a free breakfast sandwich from Wendy’s on Saturday

Updated Aug. 13. Happy Friday the 13th. Aug.12. On Friday the 13th, you may think nothing good will happen. But the Wendy’s chain wants to change that. On Friday, August 13 and Saturday, August 14, Wendy’s is bringing positive vibes to everyone’s morning, offering guests a free Sausage, Egg & Swiss Croissant or Bacon, Egg […]

Celebration of community planned

Aug. 11. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church invites everyone to gather  Sept. 12 on the church’s front lawn to honor Cornelius first-responders and town leaders.  “As we remember the 20th Anniversary of 9/11, we will have a special service to remember and recognize those in our community who serve us,” the church announced. The service […]

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Catch a cosmic light show

Aug. 11. Go outside, look up. You could see a shower of meteors and bright fireballs light up the night sky this week. The Perseids meteor shower is expected to peak on the mornings of Aug. 11-13, according to EarthSky. NASA said it’s the “best meteor shower of the year.” The shower is known for its […]

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Holiday Parade is on this year

Aug. 10. Is your mind on Christmas yet? Well, the Towns of Davidson and Cornelius plan to hold the 39th Annual North Mecklenburg Holiday Parade on Saturday, Dec. 4, at 1 pm. As of right now, it’s a real parade, not virtual like last year’s. Registration will open Friday, Aug. 13, with registration limited to […]

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LKN Fondo Sunday in Davidson

Aug. 4. Look for road closures and parking challenges during the LKN Fondo bike event in Davidson on Sunday. Three rides—30 miles, 50 miles and 75 miles—get under way at 7:30 am. The rides will originate on Lorimer Road near the town green and head east on Davidson-Concord Road. Lorimer Road will be closed from […]

Blood drive July 29 at 1st Baptist

July 28. On July 29, from 10 am to 2:30 pm, First Baptist Church of Cornelius will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive in the Fellowship Hall at 21007 Catawba Ave.  Individuals interested in donating blood should schedule an appointment at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time or by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS.

Davidson National Night Out is Aug. 3

July 23. National Night Out is a really fun event across the country. The Davidson Police Dept.’s crime prevention and community-building edition runs 5 pm to 7 pm Tuesday, Aug. 3 at Roosevelt Wilson Park. This year’s event will offer hamburgers and hot dogs, along with sides and an ice cream truck. There will be […]

Kids going gaga

Cornelius PARC will host the 5th Annual Gaga Ball Tournament at 9 am Aug. 14 at the Robbins Park gaga pit. Register now  for a morning of friendly competition at Robbins Park, 17738 West Catawba Ave. Open to boys and girls ages 7-12.  Age divisions and brackets will be created post-registration based on the ages of the […]