things to do
Only 46 days till Christmas
Nov. 9. It may be in the 70s this week, but Christmas will be here sooner than you think. With 46 days to go, the tree is up in Birkdale, in advance of the official lighting ceremony at 6 pm Nov. 20. There will also be a variety of activities, including face painting, balloon artists, […]
‘Santa Paws’ returns Nov. 14
Nov. 3. Santa Paws in the Park is noon to 2 pm Sunday, Nov. 14 in Robbins Park. put on by the town’s Park Dept, the family-friendly event features unique doggy gifts and photos with Santa, among other things to do with your best friend. More info: https://www.cornelius.org/618/Santa-Paws-in-the-Park
Boos & Brews scarefest Oct. 28-30
Oct. 19. Davidson Community Players presents its fifth annual 10-Minute-Play Festival with a Halloween twist Oct. 28-30. Boos & Brews will feature seven original plays written, performed, and directed by members of the community—all outdoors in the parking lot of the Armour Street Theatre. The Halloween-themed performances begin at 8 pm. A selection of beer […]
A walk in the park
Oct. 7. Laura Domingo, a naturalist with Mecklenburg County, will be lead a walk in Ramsey Creek Park 2 pm to 4 pm Friday Oct. 15 focusing on wildlife. Pre-registration is encouraged as space is limited. More info: www.cornelius.org/pr or call 704-892-6031 ext. 160. The event is hosted by Cornelius Parks & Rec.
Sun-Dried Vibes at LangTree Thursday
An outdoor concert is cool, even if it’s hot. 6-9 pm. Sun-Dried Vibes is playing at LangTree in Mooresville, 6 pm to 9 pm tomorrow/Thursday. The high-energy musicians put a fresh twist on reggae and rock.
Huge Juneteenth Festival in Plaza Midwood
June 9. The Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas presents its 24th Annual Celebration featuring the Juneteenth Freedom March and a Tribute to Isaac Applewhite June 17-20 in Plaza Midwood. Multi-cultural vendors will showcase food, art, music and culturally relevant merchandise. On Thursday, June 17 from 9 am to 5 pm, children can participate in the […]
The Hwy. 301 Endless Yard Sale is back
April 29. There’s nothing like a great neighborhood yard sale, all the better if it’s 100 miles long. The Hwy. 301 Endless Yard Sale returns June 18-19, complete with vendors in Halifax, Nash, Wilson, Johnston and Harnett counties. Shop north to south, south to north, or start in the middle and pick a direction. Hours […]
Car show May 15 at Rescue Ranch
April 21. Rescue Ranch is hosting a car show with classic cars and hot rods, including some NASCAR celebrities’ personal cars, 11 am to 4 pm May 15. Rescue Ranch is an animal welfare organization that uses educational programs to promote respect for animals and responsible pet ownership, as well as agricultural, environmental and wildlife […]
