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Cornelius News

Weekly Calendar Aug. 5-11: National Night Out, ‘Footloose,’ concerts

Tuesday, Aug. 6

National Night Out

5:30-7:30 pm | Aug. 6. Cornelius Parks & Recreation joins the Cornelius Police Department in hosting our annual National Night Out event. This free public event promotes community safety and crime prevention. Enjoy an evening filled with family fun, including children’s activities, food, entertainment and more. Smithville Park,19710 S. Ferry St.

Wednesday, Aug. 7

Chronicles of Yarnia Discussion Group

1-3 pm | Wednesdays. Join fellow yarn and textile enthusiasts to share inspiration, ideas and stories from your experiences as knitters and crocheters. Bring your own project to work on; no supplies are provided. North County Regional Library, 16500 Holly Crest Ln., Huntersville.

Thursday, Aug. 8

EXPLORE: Community Concert

Doors at 11am; live music 11:30 am-12:30 pm | Aug. 8. Full-band community concert series featuring local talent hosted by Dear Soul Music Co. Guests are welcome to bring their own lunches during concert time. Free. David B. Waymer Recreation Center, 14008 Holbrooks Rd., Huntersville.

LangTree Live

6:30-9 pm | Aug. 8. Hey L80’s. Bringing the best music from the #newwave era to life. LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Rd., Mooresville.

‘Screams before Silence’

7-8 pm | Aug. 8. A documentary film on the sexual violence committed by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023. This event may not be suitable for those under the age of 16. Viewer discretion is advised. Shalom Park, Sam Lerner Center for Cultural Arts, 5007 Providence Road, Charlotte 28270.

Thursday, Aug. 8 – Saturday, Aug. 10

‘Footloose’

7:30 pm | Aug. 8-10 | Davidson Community Players brings the stage musical version of Footloose. $20 -$30. Cain Center for the Arts.

Friday Aug. 9

Second Friday Street Festival 

6-10 pm | Aug. 9. Live concert, food trucks, craft brews, artisans and vendors, kids zone, games. Oak Street Mill, Cornelius.

Movies in the Park

Dusk | Aug. 9. “Space Jam.” Movies are open to the public, free of charge. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. Veterans’ Park – Downtown Huntersville.

Live Under The Oaks

6-8 pm | Aug. 9.  Classically Rockin. No coolers are allowed on property. A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks for beverage needs. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. Seating space may be limited. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Homegrown Melodies Charlotte Tour

1 pm | Aug. 9. Six reed quintets commissioned and performed by Burnt Reeds featuring local Carolinian composers and Hip Hop Beats artist. Free to attend, no reservations required. David B. Waymer Recreation Center, 14008 Holbrooks Rd., Huntersville.

Saturday, Aug. 10

Davidson Farmers Market

9 am – noon | Aug. 10.  Market lineup: Produce, plants, meats, cheese, candies, cooking demonstrations and more. Davidson Farmers Market, 120 S Main St., Davidson.

Huntersville Growers’ Market

8 am-12 noon | Aug. 10. Market lineup: Fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, crafts and more. Veterans Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Rd., Huntersville.

Intro to Flat Water Kayaking

9:30-11 am; arrive no later than 9:15 am so that class can start on time | Aug. 10. This class is designed for paddlers who have little to no experience kayaking on calm water. Participants will spend 20-30 minutes in the classroom with the rest of the time on the water. All sessions will be lead with experienced and qualified instructors. Must register. Cost per person: $30 for residents, $36 others. Lake Norman Community Sailing Center, 15901 NC-73, located within Blythe Landing Park, Cornelius.

Concerts on the Green

6-8 pm | Aug. 10. Envision – R&B Variety. Town Green, downtown Davidson.

Lights, Camera, Birkdale

7:30 pm | Aug.10. “Wreck-It Ralph.” Seating is first come, first serve. Attendees are encouraged to bring additional blankets and chairs. No outside food or beverage is permitted, but takeout from our onsite restaurants is encouraged. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.

Sunday, Aug.11

Miss May’s Destination Tea

2-4 pm | Aug. 11. Be part of a lovely tea celebrating Miss May Davidson, , benefactress of the Rural Hill Cultural Center. Light hors d’oeuvres, along with teas, and lemonade will be the fare of the day. The theme of this year’s tea is “A Destination” and will celebrate countries, cities, and events that bring joy when you travel. Dress in your afternoon tea finery (hats are encouraged, gloves are optional).  $40 per person until Aug. 4; $18 per well-behaved and supervised child until Aug. 3. Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd., Huntersville.