 |
We are very proud to announce that our public art exhibit, Beyond Walls, has received the 2016 Arts and Humanities Award from the North Carolina Recreation and Park Association. This award recognizes "the most innovative and effective arts and humanities programs" and entries are "judged on the basis of content, innovation, contribution to the community served, and expansion of interest in the arts and humanities." If you haven't yet visited Robbins Park to enjoy the exhibit, it's not too late! The sculptures will be on display through February 1, 2017.
|
| Featured Article |
 |
|
PARC Commission Openings
Are you passionate about parks, greenways, recreation, arts and/or athletics have a willingness to serve your community? We have two openings coming up the
Cornelius PARC Commission, which meets the first Thursday of each month at 5:30 pm. These are three-year terms and all applicants must be residents of Cornelius.
|
| 
Consider giving the gift of recreation this year!
Purchase a gift certificate in the amount of your choice - each can be used for art or fitness classes, sports leagues or summer camps. There's something for everyone! 
A Town by Any Other Name: A History of Cornelius This book, written as part of the Town's centennial celebration, is on sale for
$20 including tax.
Read more! |
|
Join us for open gym/free play each week:
|
 |
| Santa's Mailbox November 28 - December 15 Cocoa with Santa Friday, December 2 |
Stay Connected!
|
And now...we're excited to be
on Instagram! Follow us
@townofcornelius or link through the image below.
 |
|
|
Veterans Day Programs
Friday, November 11
The Town of Cornelius has expanded its Veterans Day activities to include an
Open House event for families prior to our traditional program! Start the morning at the Cornelius Arts Center, 9:00-10:30 am, with patriotic arts & crafts. Then head over to the Cornelius Veterans Monument at Rotary Plaza for our
Celebration at 11:00 am. At the conclusion of the ceremony, we will host a
22 Pushup Challenge on the lawn for those that are able. We hope you will join us for these programs honoring veterans and those currently serving in our Armed Forces.
Light Up Cornelius:
Christmas @ Town Center
Saturday, November 26 4:00-6:00 pm Kick off the holidays by joining us on the Cornelius Town Hall lawn for our 5th annual tree lighting event. Festivities will include a visit from Santa, carriage rides, arts & crafts, train display, special performances and more! The tree lighting ceremony will take place at 5:30 pm. A special thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Food Lion ; North Pole Sponsor, Modern Nissan; Tree Lighting Sponsor, Energy United; Snowflake Sponsors, The Goddard School Cornelius, Primrose School of Cornelius, and Autumn Care of Cornelius; and Media Sponsors, Lake Norman Citizen, Cornelius Today, and WSIC.
|
 |
 Register now for these
Youth and Adult Holiday Workshops in November and December:
Holiday Ceramic Ornaments, Nov 7 and 14, ages 5-8;
Gingerbread House Making, Dec 3, ages 8-12;
Watercolor Greeting Cards, Nov 5, ages 16+; and
How to Take Better Holiday Photographs, Nov 12, ages 16+.
Be sure to stop by our
Veterans Day Open House
on Friday, November 11, prior to the Veterans Day Celebration at Town Hall. Children and their parents will be able to create thank you cards to the troops, make patriotic crafts and decorate cookies in red, white and blue! No registration required, all activities are free, 9:00-10:30 am.
 Beginning November 28, children may bring letters to Santa's Mailbox. If you include a self-addressed, stamped envelope, Santa will write back! And save the date for our popular Cocoa with Santa event on Friday, December 2, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. The fun will include free photo opportunities with Santa, snacks, cocoa and cool holiday crafts! Don't forget to bring your camera or phone for taking pictures.
|
|
FITNESS CLASSES
We offer a variety of challenging and fun fitness options all year long. No classes November 21-26 during Thanksgiving week. Currently registering for:
Tai Chi:
This ancient practice offers a fitness exercise as well as a moving meditation. Beginner classes are held Thursdays or Saturdays, 9:00-10:00 am; intermediate classes are held 10:15-11:15 am. The current seven-week session just started but you can still register - just give us a call!
Boot Camp: Take your fitness to the next level with a combination of functional movements and interval training. Our instructor will design a program to help you reach your potential! Choose Mondays,Wednesdays and Fridays or go all in with the five-day, Monday through Friday option, 8:30-9:30 am at Dogwood CrossFit. The next four-week session begins November 14.
Senior Fit Club: Low impact workouts designed for adults ages 50 and up to increase strength, flexibility and balance. Choose two or three days per week, Mondays, Wednesdays and/or Fridays, 10:30-11:30 am, at Dogwood CrossFit. The next four-week session begins November 7.
 |
|
Photo courtesy of Charlotte Observer
|
Cardio Funk with Lem Houston:
Use dance moves and music inspired by pop and hip hop in this high energy cardio class. Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm, and/or Saturdays, 9:00-10:00 am, at Bailey Road Recreation Center. Registration will be taken at the door, so come early! Cost is
$5 per person per class or $40 for a 10-class pass.
PiYo: Drop in to Bailey Road Recreation Center on Tuesday nights, 6:30-7:30 pm for this class that combines dynamic cardio exercise, yoga, Pilates, strength training, core work and athletic stretching into one workout. Registration will be taken at the door, so come early! Cost is $5 per person per class or $40 for a 10-class pass.
|
|
|
|
RECREATION PROGRAMS
|
Lake Norman Teen Council: Want to meet new friends or have something fun to do that looks great on your college application? This group provides service projects, workshops, trips and more! Now accepting applications.
Lake Norman Bridge Center
conducts ACBL-sanctioned, open, stratified bridge games at Town Hall on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays each week, as well as lessons, for all ages and skill levels. Get in on the game!
Cornelius Youth Orchestras: Calling student musicians! Do you dream of playing in an orchestra? CYO invites you to attend our youth orchestra rehearsals on Tuesday evenings.
|
|
|
ATHLETICS
Youth Basketball
- We still need volunteer coaches, timers/scorekeepers and sponsors. Also, while the regular registration period has concluded, we still have spaces in some divisions. Please email or call us at 704-892-6031 x160 for more information. If you have already registered, don't forget about Skills Assessments, November 1-5.
Boys' Winter Lacrosse - Register now through November 25 for the winter league with Xtreme Lacrosse. Play will run mid-December through mid-February. Grades 2-8 will play on Saturdays and grades 9-12 will play on Sunday afternoons.
|
|
|
|
THERAPEUTIC RECREATION 
Don't miss the Fall Fling on Friday, November 4, 6:00-9:00 pm! $10, for ages 13 and up with disabilities. To learn more and to register, please visit Mecklenburg County Therapeutic Recreation, send an email or call 980-314-1300.  Want to be a performer? Register for the Performing Arts Club for teens and young adults, ages 13-25, with disabilities. This group will meet three Tuesdays in November (registration deadline is November 4) and three Tuesdays in December (registration deadline is December 2). Register for one session or both, just $25 per month. Email Shannon Maxwell or call 980-314-1308. |
|
|
