Important Dates
Novant Health seeks entertainers, food trucks for Welcome Back Fest
June 9. Novant Health is hosting Welcome Back Fest street festivals to mark the progress made in the fight against COVID-19. The three free community events, with Charlotte’s on July 24, aim to support diverse local businesses, honor healthcare heroes and celebrate the milestones reached with the help of community members. After so long apart, Novant […]
No appointment Pfizer shots June 8 at Hoyt Wilhelm Park
June 7. Novant Health will administer free, walk-in COVID-19 vaccines Tuesday, June 8, from 2 pm to 6 pm at James Hoyt Wilhelm Park 19018 Smith Circle, behind Cornelius Elementary School. The event will offer the Pfizer, two-dose vaccine; no ID is needed. For Spanish speakers: Tendremos intérpretes que hablan español durante el evento. Háganos […]
Symphony under the stars returns June 19
June 3. The Charlotte Symphony comes back to Bailey Road Park June 19 with a “Spirit of America” performance and fireworks. The great Cornelius tradition starts at 6 pm with food trucks and concessions. Beer and wine will be available for purchase with proceeds benefiting Lake Norman Wildlife Conservationists. Blankets and lawn chairs will help […]
Big Day at the Lake on July 24 needs Boat Hosts
June 23. The 16th annual “Big Day at the Lake” event for at-risk kids in Big Brothers Big Sisters will be held Saturday, July 24 on Lake Norman. The day is filled with fun activities on the lake thanks to Boat Hosts. Not held last year due to the pandemic—2020 would have been Year 16—nearly […]
Free summer camp for girls Aug. 14
June 1. In His Steps, a free one-day summer camp for girls pre-K through 12th grade, will be held Saturday Aug. 14 at Life Fellowship Church, 20010 Chartown Drive. The Christian camp’s theme is “Live Out Loud.” More info: https://www.ihsdance.com/
Memorial Day events
May 31 Memorial Day Observance – Cornelius 10 am on the Cornelius Town Hall lawn across from the Cornelius Veteran’s Monument at Rotary Plaza. The Town of Cornelius and American Legion Post 86 will honor servicemen and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Master of Ceremonies is Commander Gene McKinney, […]
PARC plans meeting on Robbins Park June 15
May 27. The Town of Cornelius Parks, Arts, Recreation and Culture (PARC) Department will hold a drop-in community meeting on Tuesday, June 15, to discuss the latest draft of the updated Robbins Park Master Plan. It will be held from 5 pm to 7 pm at the Robbins Park shelter area. In case of inclement […]
Information meetings scheduled for classical, Christian homeschooling
May 26. The local community of Classical Conversations®, a classical education resource for Christian homeschoolers, will hold open information meetings for interested parents at 9:30 am June 7 and at 6 pm June 21 at Bailey Road Park in Cornelius. All families interested in homeschooling are invited to attend one of these meetings. Classical Conversations […]
LKN Chamber observes Small Business Week online May 26-27
May 24. The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce will celebrate Small Business Week with a live, two-night virtual event on May 26 and 27. “Total Business Wellness Feel Good, Work Good and Achieve International Success,” which is free to attend, includes sessions with a variety of professional coaches and a keynote speech from Steve Gilliland, […]
Beet a path to Huntersville Growers Market
May 24. Need a weekday farmer’s market? Then check out the Huntersville Grower’s Market 9 am to 1 pm Tuesday May 25 at Novant Health Huntersville at Exit 23. The open air market in the front lot on Gilead Road has everything from fresh produce and eggs to baked goods, dog treats and craft items.
