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Did you know that Mecklenburg County will be building a new recreation center in Cornelius to serve the northern end of the county? Hundreds of people came to Bailey Road Recreation Center on March 10 to hear more and give their opinions on the center's design. If you would like to have your voice heard, please visit northmeckrec.com to complete the survey.
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Space is filling fast
 Register today for
2018 Summer Camps! See our guide of full-day camps and over 110 Arts, Recreation and Sports partial-day camps, held in local parks, rec centers, the Cornelius Arts Center and more.
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The weather is getting nicer - have your next party in the park! As we head into spring, why not host your event at one of our park shelters?
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he Cornelius Community Garden, 20708 Catawba Avenue, has a few garden boxes available for rent. The fee is $50 ($25 may be refundable) and includes a
4'x 8' raised bed, topsoil, access to tools, water and three growing seasons. If you are interested,
email Ellen Shaw
or call 828-242-0254.
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Adult Basketball Open Gym Tuesdays, 6:30-9:00 pm
Bailey Road Rec Center
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 pm
Bailey Road Rec Center
Senior Pickleball Open Play Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm JV Washam Rec Center
Bridge Lessons & Games
Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays
Cornelius Town Hall |
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| Cornelius PARC 5K Run & Walk Friday, May 4 Westmoreland Athletic Complex
Lake Norman Bike Expo Saturday, May 12 865 South St, Davidson Splashville Park Opening Saturday, May 19 Smithville Park Cornelius Jazz Festival Saturday, May 19 Smithville Park
Memorial Day Program
Monday, May 28
Cornelius Veterans Monument at Rotary Plaza |
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Gaga Ball Tournament
Saturday, April 14, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Robbins Park
Register children ages 7-14 for this annual competition. Preregistration is required!
 'Tawba Walk Arts & Music Festival
Saturday, April 14,
2:00-8:00 pm
Downtown Cornelius
Enjoy local vendors, performances, music, food trucks, amazing shopping and more!
Pitch, Hit & Run
Sunday, April 15,
2:00 pm
McEver Field
Boys and girls are invited to participate in this free, local competition, affiliated with Major League Baseball.
Earth Day Celebration &
Hooked on Cornelius
Saturday, April 21
 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Robbins Park
Join us for "green" activities including arts & crafts, demos, nature walks, fishing, face painting and more! The first 40 kids registered for Hooked on Cornelius will receive a tackle box. Free fun for the entire family.
 Hot Shots Challenge
Saturday, April 28,
3:00 pm-5:30 pm
Bailey Road Recreation Center
Join us for this annual basketball shootout for boys and girls, ages 7-15. Event is free but preregistration is required!
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Friday, May 4, 6:30 pm
Westmoreland Athletic Complex
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We are seeking enthusiastic individuals for part-time positions, including summer camp staff for our full-day and half-day camps and park maintenance. Some positions may have the opportunity to expand beyond summer. Must be at least 18 years old to apply.
Are you a college student seeking a degree in Parks and Rec, Special Event Planning, or Facility Maintenance? If so, our internship program is a great way to gain valuable hands-on experience in your major. Paid internship runs 8-10 weeks, June-August.
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FITNESS CLASSES
Get ready for warmer weather - register for the next sessions of these popular classes:
Couch-to-5K
- Monday and Thursday nights for six weeks at Bailey Road Track and Precision Fitness, starting April 23.
Senior Fit Club
- Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday mornings for six weeks at Fitness by Jeri, starting April 30.
Tai Chi for Health - Thursday mornings at Town Hall or Saturday mornings at Bailey Road Recreation Center, in eight-week sessions starting May 3 or 5.
Check out these
Drop-in Classes
- pay as you go, with no preregistration required:
Cardio Funk
- Monday evenings or Saturday mornings at Bailey Road Recreation Center
MOVE Strength & Core
- Tuesday evenings at Bailey Road Recreation Center
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Spring B session begins the week of April 9 for youth and adults.
Sign up today!
Join us on Mondays and Thursdays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, at
Drop-In Art
for ages 2 and up. Mixed media projects are adaptable to each age. $5 per hour per child, payable online or at the door.
 Up next in our gallery: By Land...By Sea, featuring works by Amy Hart and guest potters Renee Calder, Rae Stark and Valerie Hawkins. Come meet the artists at our Opening Reception on Friday, April 27, 6:00-8:00 pm.
Spring into art with the
Beyond Walls Public Art Opening Reception on Saturday, May 5, 4:00-6:00 pm, at Robbins Park! Fun for the whole family - meet the artists and enjoy arts & crafts and more!
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THERAPEUTIC RECREATION
For individuals with a disability, in partnership with Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation
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