The Lake Norman Covekeepers meeting is 7 pm Thursday, Nov. 19. The guest speakers are Tom Dyson, N.C. Cooperative Extension Service, and Rick Ross, Organic Footprint Lawn and Garden Center. They will discuss how to have a healthy lawn/garden with minimal negative impact on water quality and the environment. The meeting is at the East Lincoln Volunteer Fire Department, 406 South Pilot Knob Road, Stanley. More info: Ben Benoit 704-489-6249.