Have you heard about the Northern Regional Recreation Center coming to Cornelius? Mecklenburg County held a kick-off public information session on August 14 and will begin the design process soon. Give your input and stay up to date on all the news regarding this exciting, new facility at
www.northmeckrec.com.
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Picnic shelters are available for reservation at Bailey Road, Legion,
Robbins, Smithville and Torrence Chapel Parks.
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ATHLETICS
We still have spaces open for our Instructional Division (ages 4-5). This group meets on Tuesdays at 6:00 pm, starting September 12. Register online or call us for more details.
Already registered for Youth Flag Football? Be sure to keep up with all the news throughout the season, including schedules, standings and more, by visiting our
Flag Football webpage.
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Thank you to all who participated in our 2017 Summer Sports Camps, Summer Day Camps and Summer Arts & Recreation Summer Camps.
We had a whopping 3,332 children in our camps!
Mark your calendar now: Registration for our 2018 Summer Camps will open on March 1, 2018.
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|  It's Time for a 'Tawba Walk!
Saturday, September 16
2:00-8:00 pm
Downtown Cornelius
Enjoy local vendors, performances, music, food trucks, amazing shopping and more!
Saturday, October 7
3:00-6:00 pm
NEW LOCATION: Robbins Park
Bring your furry friend and register for fun categories at one of our most popular annual events! Thank you to our Great Dane Sponsor, Publix; Jack Russell Sponsors, PetPeople and Pet Paradise; Media Sponsor, LKN Citizen; 1st Place Prize Sponsor, Main Street Veterinary Hospital; 2nd Place Prize Sponsor, Petflect; and 3rd Place Prize Sponsor, Pet People. Call for Dog Show Vendors We are seeking vendors of dog-related products and services, as well as dog-related non-profit organizations for participation in the All American Dog Show. |
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 Fall Session A begins the week of September 11, with adult classes in
watercolor painting, a variety of ceramics instruction for all levels and mixed media, and youth classes in ceramics, drawing and painting!
Register online
or call 704-896-8823 for more information.
 Drop-In Art is back! Ages 2 and up can join us for one or more mixed-media projects adaptable to any age. Children 5 and up may be dropped off; 4 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Register online or pay at the door, $5 per child per hour. Mondays and Thursdays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, beginning September 11.
Join us on Friday, September 15, 6:00-8:00 pm, for the
opening reception
of our new gallery show Mud at the Mill. This collaborative exhibition with Carolina Clay Matters Inc. Ceramics Guild will feature both functional and sculptural pottery. Don't miss this opportunity to view and purchase pieces created by 30 local ceramic artists, including some of our own CAC instructors and students. Mud at the Mill will be on exhibit at the center September 11 - October 26.
 IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Cornelius Arts Center will be closed August 27 - September 10. The center will reopen for business on Monday, September 11, at 9:00 am.
Save the date: Registration for Fall Session B begins October 2!
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NOW REGISTERING!
Tai Chi for Health
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Thursday or Saturday mornings. Beginner and intermediate morning classes. Join the current session that just began or register for the classes that start in October.
Senior Fit Club
- Pick two or three mornings per week, Mondays, Wednesdays and/or Fridays, starting September 18.
Couch-to-5K - This running plan was created for beginners, designed to help you transform you sedentary lifestyle into an active one. Also great for experienced runners looking for some structure. Tuesday and Thursday evenings, starting October 3.
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Athletics
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Fitness Classes
No pre-registration, pay at the door for these all-age classes at Bailey Road Rec Center:
Cardio Funk
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Monday evenings at 6:30 pm or Saturday mornings at 9:00 am. $5 per class
MOVE Strength+Core
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Tuesday evenings
at 6:30 pm. $8 per class
Cornelius Youth Orchestras: Join a free rehearsal any Tuesday in September, at Bailey Road Rec Center
Lake Norman Bridge Center
: All ages and skill levels are welcome to learn the game or develop existing skills. Offered various days at Cornelius Town Hall.
Art
Drop-In Art: For ages 2 and up. Register online or pay at the door, $5 per child per hour. Mondays and Thursdays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, beginning September 11 at the Cornelius Arts Center.
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LAKE NORMAN TEEN COUNCIL
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 Join the
Lake Norman Teen Council
, make new friends and have something fun to do that looks great on your college application! This member-governed organization offers service projects, trips and workshops. Our first meeting of the school year is September 12.
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THERAPEUTIC RECREATION
 We team up with
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation to offer fall sports to children, teens, and young adults with disabilities, including Challenger Football and Spirit Squad!
Read more, including contacts for registering.
Up Next:
Total Wellness Club for ages 18+
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