Sep 2019 Director's Corner
In early August, Cornelius PARC staff noticed an algae bloom forming on the surface of the Robbins Park southern pond. Due to concerns over our fish habitat in the pond, we reached out to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services, which then tested all of the ponds at Robbins Park and the nearby Westmoreland Athletic Complex. Test results determined the southern pond contained cyanobacteria, which can produce toxins that are harmful to human health and pets. While there was no easy method to determine if the algae found was actually toxic, we took action to treat the algae and notify the public. We hired a pond management company to treat the algae with a product that is EPA-approved and will not negatively affect any wildlife or native vegetation, installed signs around the ponds to warn park visitors and their pets to stay out of the water, posted additional information about cyanobacteria on our website, and even treated the pond water with Nano Bubble Technology! PARC will continue to monitor for algae blooms in all the ponds and will continue to keep signs posted and provide updates on our website until there is no longer a potential threat. Please remember: "When in doubt, keep pets out!"
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Party in the Park

Picnic shelters are available for reservation at Bailey Road, Legion,  Robbins, Smithville and Torrence Chapel Parks.  

 Find out how!

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Xtreme Lacrosse
Registration remains open until September 6 for the fall season for boys and girls.
We are excited to partner with Xtreme Lacrosse to offer free youth clinics for Cornelius residents only on Saturdays this fall for boys and girls, grades 1 - 5. Register for one or more!
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Goodbye Summer      
Thank you to all who participated in our 2019 Summer Sports Camps, Summer Day Camps and Summer Arts & Recreation Summer Camps.  
We had a whopping 2,992 children in our camps!  
We hope to see you next summer...

NOTE: The final day of the 2019 splash pad season at LKN Kiwanis Splashville Park will be Sunday, September 8.
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Upcoming Events

Youth Basketball Registration

Begins October 1
 

Saturday, October 5 

Art in the Park
Wednesday, October 9

 

Saturday, October 12

 

Halloween at the Center
Saturday, October 26 

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Stay Connected!

RESCHEDULED : Saturday, August 31  
6:30-8:00 pm 
Robbins Park  

Celebrate the end of summer with us at this free, family event. Enjoy corn hole, face painting, appearances by Cornelius Police & Fire, and more, then top off the evening with an outdoor movie on our blimp screen (see more below). Children are encouraged to wear their best Spider Man or super hero costumes! Concessions will be available for purchase.

Outdoor Cinema Outdoor Cinema Series   
Bring your blankets and chairs to enjoy these free outdoor movies! F amily-friendly activities begin at 6:30 pm.  Movies begin at dusk (approximately 8:00-8:30 pm), weather permitting. 

RESCHEDULED: Saturday, August 31: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse at Robbins Park, along with the Back 2 School Bash

Saturday, September 21: Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
Smithville Park  

Outdoor Adventures Outdoor Adventures Hike   
Sunday, September 8   
2:00-4:00 pm
Fisher Farm Park

Enjoy a free, guided hike along with Cornelius PARC, Davidson Parks & Rec, Davidson Lands Conservancy, and Lake Norman Wildlife Conservationists. Because capacity is limited, preregistration is required for this leisurely, two-mile hike. No strollers or pets.

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Plan Now for the 19th Annual All American Dog Show   
Saturday, October 5   
3:00-6:00 pm
Robbins Park 

Bring your furry friend and register for fun categories at one of our most popular annual events! Thank you to our Jack Russell Sponsor, Pet Paradise Resort; Media Sponsor, Lake Norman Media Group; 1st Place Prize Sponsor, Main Street Veterinary Hospital; 2nd Place Prize Sponsor, Hollywood Feed; 3rd Place Prize Sponsor, PetPeople; and Raffle Prize Sponsor, Pampered Pets Inn.

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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FLAG FOOTBALL
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We still have spaces open for our  Instructional Division (ages 4-5). This group meets on Saturdays at 8:00 am, starting September 7.  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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Fall A Session begins the week of September 9, with classes in  watercolor painting, a variety of ceramics instruction for all levels and mixed media for adults, and classes in ceramics, drawing and painting for kids and teens! Register online or call 704-896-8823 for more information. Registration for Fall B Session will begin on Monday, September 30, for 5-week classes beginning the week of October 28.

Drop-In Art is back! Ages 3 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. Thursdays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, September 12 - October 17.

Call for Artists - Ceramics We are accepting submissions for the 2nd edition of Mud at the Mill through Thursday, September 5, by 5:00 pm. This juried show is open to all visual artists working with clay.

Selected works will be on display and available for purchase in the Cornelius Arts Center gallery, September 20-November 2. Join us at the opening reception on Friday, September 20, 6:30-8:30 pm.

Cleaning Supplies IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Cornelius Arts Center will be closed through September 8. The center will reopen for business on Monday, September 9, at 9:00 am.
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  NOW REGISTERING!
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SKWOD Fit Camp: Get up and get moving with this 6-week circuit training program. Designed for 18 and up, but kids 10 and up are welcome when accompanied by an adult! Classes meet on Tuesday and Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm. at Bailey Road Recreation Center. The next session begins September 24.

Tai Chi for Health: Thursday mornings at Town Hall or Saturday mornings at Bailey Road Recreation Center. Beginner and intermediate morning classes. Join the current session that just began or register for the classes that start in October.
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Drop In

Athletics
Adult Basketball: Tuesdays, 6:30-9:00 pm, Bailey Road Rec Center 
Senior Adult Pickleball : Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm, JV Washam Rec Center

Fitness Classes
Cardio Funk :  Monday evenings at 6:30 pm or Saturday mornings at 9:00 am, Bailey Road Rec Center. $5 per class, pay at the door. No class on Labor Day, September 2.

Recreation
Cornelius Youth Orchestras: Join a free rehearsal any Tuesday in September, at Bailey Road Rec Center, 6:30-8:00 pm.
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 3 and up. Register online or pay at the door, $5 per child per hour. Thursdays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, beginning September 12 at the Cornelius Arts Center.
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LAKE NORMAN TEEN COUNCIL

Teen Council 150 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. We are now accepting participation contracts for the 2019-2020 school year, with the first meeting September 10.
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