Big Day at the Lake’s Celebrity Bartending Fundraiser is tonight!
Tip your favorite barkeep, tapster, mixologist and flairman (or woman) to support Big Brothers Big Sisters.
On Saturday, make it an early date with breakfast and a movie at Birkdale. Proceeds from this fundraiser go to support “Warrior” Jace Thompson, son of Cornelius Police Captain Jennifer Thompson, who has a rare cancer. Family packages are available.
Thursday, June 14
Community hot dog lunch will be offered each Thursday in June and July. Donations welcome. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Bethel Presbyterian Church in Cornelius.
Hosted by the Lake Norman Small Business Network and Community Blood Center of the Carolinas. 2-6:30 p.m. at Antiquity Town Center in Cornelius.
Officials from Huntersville, Cornelius and Davidson discuss regionalism, communication among lake towns and transportation projects. Open to the public. 5:30 p.m. at Cornelius Town Hall.
Elected officials, business leaders and special guests ranging from Mrs. North Carolina to Panthers announcer Mick Mixon will duel for tips at this annual fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Charlotte. 5:30 p.m. at Alton’s Kitchen and Cocktails in Cornelius.
Show up and drum with our instruments or bring your own! Drinks and snacks available. 6-8 p.m. at Brick Row in Cornelius.
Paddlers of all abilities invited to explore the waters of Lake Norman at sunset. Ages 12 and up. 7-8:30 p.m. at Aloha Paddle Sports in Cornelius.
LangTree Live concerts are held every Thursday during the summer. 7-9 p.m. at LangTree Lake Norman in Mooresville.
Davidson LifeLine presents “Suicide Prevention: We’re in This Together.” A panel of local mental health experts will cover topics such as depression, suicide, available resources, more. 7 p.m. at the Davidson College Presbyterian Church Congregation House.
Friday, June 15
Before you see the sequel, come for a free screening of “The Incredibles.” 2-4 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Indoor fine art festival. Free and open to the public. June 15-17 at Merino’s Mill in Mooresville.
Live music every Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer. Shelley Ruffin and Soul Revival will perform 7-9 p.m. at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra will perform an outdoor concert with works by Brahms, Tchaikovsky, Grieg and more. Free 8:15 p.m. at McGuire Nuclear Station in Huntersville.
See “Space Jam” on the big screen. 8:45 p.m. on the Mooresville Town Hall lawn.
Saturday, June 16
Growers-only market featuring nearly 40 vendors with a variety of produce, plants, baked goods and specialty food items. 8 a.m.-noon in downtown Davidson.
The pier will be dedicated to the men and women of our armed services that protect our freedoms. 9 a.m. at Ramsey Creek Park in Cornelius.
Have breakfast and see “The Incredibles 2” at this cancer fundraiser for “Warrior” Jace Thompson. 8-11:45 a.m. at Regal Birkdale Stadium 16 in Huntersville.
Trainers will put our native and exotic birds through their paces in free flight. 11 a.m. at the Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville.
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Whit’s Frozen Custard in Davidson.
Learn about basic equipment and processes of making beer at home. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Mooresville Public Library.
Live music every Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer. The Matt Stratford Band will perform 7-9 p.m. at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Local improvisation and sketch comedy company Now Are the Foxes will perform. 8 p.m. at the Warehouse Performing Arts
County Roscommon, Ireland native Jim Sharkey will perform Irish folk and Americana music. 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. at The Galway Hooker Pub in Cornelius.
Sunday, June 17
A ranger will lead a hike along the Dragonfly Trail and discuss the native trees. 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Lake Norman State Park in Troutman.
The Part Time Blues Band will perform at 6 p.m. on the Davidson Town Green.
Monday, June 18
Learn bridge or develop playing, bidding and defense skills. Open, stratified games are held 12:30-4 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays and 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays at Cornelius Town Hall.
Beyond Walls is Cornelius’s annual, award-winning exhibition. Open through January 31, 2019 at Robbins Park in Cornelius.
Tuesday, June 19
Kids in grades 3-5 invited for maze-themed stories and experiments. 2-3 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
Celebrate the release of Todd Gallicano’s “The Selkie of San Francisco” with a visit from the author, ice cream treats and prizes. 5-7 p.m. at Main Street Books in Davidson.
Bring your favorite car, truck or motorcycle to the Victory Lap Cruise-In featuring delicious food trucks, live music and raffle prizes. 6 p.m. at GoPro Motorplex in Mooresville.
Wednesday, June 20
Teens invited to join us for a unique service project to earn community service hours while giving back to the city of Charlotte. 2-3:30 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
The Community School of Davidson Summerstock presents the hit musical about a dance-loving teen who becomes an overnight celebrity. June 20-24 at Community School of Davidson’s ArtSpace.
Thursday, June 21
Community hot dog lunch will be offered each Thursday in June and July. Donations welcome. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Bethel Presbyterian Church in Cornelius.
1-4 p.m. at Huntersville Oaks in Huntersville.
National Association of Women Business Owners’ monthly meeting will feature a wine tasting and networking. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at The Shoppes at Home, Heart and Soul in Cornelius.
The Davidson Community Players present the musical adaptation of the classic film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail.” June 21-July 1 at the Duke Family Performance Hall in Davidson.
Come to a pre-screening of “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.” Proceeds go to the IGNITE program for persons with high-functioning autism and Asperger’s Syndrome. 7 p.m. at Our Town Cinemas in Davidson.
Friday, June 22
Free screening of “Coco,” the story of an aspiring musician confronted with his family’s ancestral ban on music. 2-4 p.m. at the Cornelius Branch Library.
A local storm expert will present information on how to prepare for natural disasters, how to respond to storms and flooding, what to do after a storm. Child care for children up to age 12. Refreshments served. 7-8 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mooresville. RSVP: lynnroomate@gmail.com.
Live music every Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer. The Alan Barrington Trio will perform 7-9 p.m. at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Saturday, June 23
Chef Matt will demonstrate how to cool down your palate using food from the market. Live entertainment by Piedmont Temperance Movement. 8 a.m.-noon at Veterans Park in Huntersville.
Growers-only market featuring nearly 40 vendors with a variety of produce, plants, baked goods and specialty food items. 8 a.m.-noon in downtown Davidson.
Pet supply vendors, ice cream, beer, kids’ activities, raffle, pet adoptions. Bring your pets! 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at LangTree Lake Norman in Mooresville.
The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra will perform a free summer pops concert called “Celebrate America.” The evening will also include children’s activities, food trucks, a prelude concert by Rockie Lynne and fireworks. 6 p.m. at Bailey Road Park in Cornelius.
Live music every Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer. Onceblind will perform 7-9 p.m. at Birkdale Village in Huntersville.
Sunday, June 24
Free ticket voucher for donors. 3:30-6:30 p.m. at Regal Theaters Birkdale 16 in Huntersville.
