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Lake Norman communities will host National Night Out activities on Tuesday.

The Lake Norman Region continues to be active this summer, with numerous activities and events on the Events Calendar this week. Tonight, the Huntersville “Happy Hour” Rotary Club will hold its regular meeting at Dressler’s in Birkdale Village from 5:30 – 6:30pm. The event features speakers, friends, and appetizers. Trivia Night at Summit Coffee also continues this week, and a new month means a reset scoreboard and a chance to be the trivial champion. Trivia starts at 7:30pm, be there early to register and get a table. Read on for more excerpts from this week’s Events Calendar.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

The towns of Cornelius, Huntersville and Davidson are celebrating National Night Out this Tuesday. National Night Out is an annual crime prevention and community-building event, sponsored by the Cornelius Police Department, Cornelius PARC, the Davidson Police Department and North Mecklenburg Crime Stoppers to promote involvement in crime prevention activities, police-citizen partnerships, and neighborhood cohesiveness.

The Cornelius celebration will take place in Smithville Park starting at 7pm. As a local business or organization, Cornelius PARC invites citizens to participate in National Night Out or supply a donation for the event. Please contact Betsy Shores at bshores@corneliuspd.org or (704) 892-1363 Ext. 253 for more information.

The Davidson festivities will take place in Roosevelt Wilson park starting at 5pm. The Brickhouse Tavern is providing hot dogs and hamburgers, Harris Teeter is supplying water, and Homewood Suites is also making contributions for the cook-out. Citizens are encouraged to bring a dish to share.

Huntersville’s National Night Out runs 6-8pm at Birkdale Village, and includes kids’ activities, a 6pm parade and competitions between police and firefighters.

Coming Up This Week

The Cornelius Youth Orchestras (CYO) is holding auditions for the 2013 – 2014 concert season. Auditions and parent informational sessions will be held on August 6, 6:00pm – 8:00pm, at Bailey Road Recreation Center (Bailey Middle School). YO offers a fun and exciting full orchestra program that will enhance your child’s musical education with challenging compositions. More information on practice schedules and how to register can be found on the Events Calendar.

On Wednesday, Lake Norman Regional Medical Center will host a course offering training for the American Heart Association’s Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider from 6pm to 10pm at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. The Davidson Career Transition Program, which meets twice a month at Davidson UMC, will meet from 10am-12pm.  Grab a local, creative lunch at Lunch in the Lot this Wednesday at Oak Street Mill, where food trucks will serve up their fare from 11am – 2pm.

Also this Wednesday, the Cornelius Library is hosting a Learn, Connect, Play event that will include gaming on a Nintendo Wii. For kids ages 12-18 at the Cornelius Library from 2-2pm. Trivia Night at the Kilted Buffalo in Birkdale continues at 8pm – be sure to get there a little early to register your team.

Thursday, the Cornelius Outdoor Cinema Series continues with a screening of “The Avengers” at Kenton Place, starting at approximately 8:30pm. Bring a blanket, a chair, and enjoy a movie outdoors with the community.

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Our calendar this week includes a variety of outdoor concerts and film, a kids’ theater production, and fundraisers. On Tuesday, Tenders Restaurant will donate a portion of sales from 5 and 8 p.m. to the Bailey Middle School Orchestra.  Tuesday also is National Night Out, with events in Davidson and Cornelius to promote community safety and crime prevention. Cornelius’ Outdoor Cinema Series continues on Wednesday with “Tangled” in Smithville Park. Children’s Theater of Charlotte’s Taradiddle Players visit both Davidson and Cornelius public libraries for free performances on Friday. Old Folks Barnstock music festival is on Friday while the original Barnstock, for folks 15 and older, is on Saturday, at the Brown Farm in Huntersville farm. Country Night in the Park is in Cornelius on Saturday with free musical entertainment and kid’s activities and Billy Jones & the Pocket are playing a Concert on the Green in Davidson on Sunday.

These events and more below, or in our day-by-day calendar at right. Also, at right on this page, see our movie show times listings for Our Town Cinemas where “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” opens on Friday, joining “Captain America:The First Avenger,” “Crazy, Stupid, Love,” “Cowboys & Aliens” and “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2.”

MONDAY, AUGUST 1

CMS Summer Graduation, 9 a.m. & 11:30 a.m., Bojangles’ Coliseum, 2700 E. Independence Blvd., Charlotte – CMS will be holding two summer commencement ceremonies for 260 graduates. Schools participating at 9 a.m.: Butler, East Mecklenburg, Hopewell, Independence, Mallard Creek, North Mecklenburg, Performance Learning Center, Providence, Vance and West Charlotte. Schools participating at 11:30 a.m.: Ardrey Kell, Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology, Garinger Community of Schools, Harding University, Hawthorne, Myers Park, Olympic Community of Schools, South Mecklenburg, E.E. Waddell and West Mecklenburg.

Cornelius Board of Commissioners, 7 p.m., Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Cornelius Board of Commissioners regular meeting. cornelius.org

TUESDAY, AUGUST 2

Lake Norman Monster Sightseeing Tour, 9:30-10:30 a.m., 18665 Harborside Dr., Cornelius – Take your kids on a special Lake Norman sightseeing cruise and look for “Normie” the Lake Norman Monster. The cruise will also teach children about conservation and the lake area environment. Children (10 and under) are $6 and adults accompanying a child are $10. For tickets, call Championship Yacht Charters at 704-905-1495. Details: www.lakenormanmonster.com

School Age Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Elementary aged children are encouraged to explore literature in fun and interactive programs. Programs are intended to connect children with books and encourage children to use the library regularly. Info: 704-416-4000.

National Association of Women Business Owners, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Byron’s South End, 101 W. Worthington Ave #110, Charlotte – NAWBO will host Anika Khan, vice president and economist at Wells Fargo, to speak at their August meeting. Reservations can be made at www.NAWBOCharlotte.org.

Passport to Asia, 2 p.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Come explore the continent of Asia through stories, crafts and fun! Info: 704-416-3800.

Learn, Quest, Play, 4 p.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Teamwork, critical thinking and learning have never been so much fun. Join other teens to develop your literacy skills and engage with words on a whole new level while gaming. Info: 704-416-4000.

Bailey Orchestra fundraiser at Tenders, 5-8 p.m., Tenders Restaurant, 18341 Statesville Rd., Cornelius – The restaurant will donate a portion of the evening’s proceeds from meals served between 5 and 8 p.m. to the Bailey Middle School Orchestra. Mention Bailey Middle School when you place your order.

National Night Out – Davidson, 6-8 p.m., Roosevelt Wilson Park, off Griffith Street – Davidson Police Department hosts a National Night Out community cookout and crime prevention night. Co-sponsored by Davidson Cornelius Child Development Center and North Meck Crime Stoppers. Free and open to the public. Info in our July 27 preview.

National Night Out – Cornelius, 7-9 p.m., Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave, Cornelius – Hosted by the Cornelius Police Department, this event promotes community safety and crime prevention. Participants will have the opportunity to enjoy local community safety vendors, children’s activities, entertainment, food and more. Free. For more information, contact the Cornelius Police Department at 704-892-1363 Ext. 254 or the Cornelius PARC Department at 704-892-6031 Ext. 160. (See our July 14 preview.)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 3

North Mecklenburg Rotary, Noon, Peninsula Club, off Jetton Road, Cornelius – Guest speaker: Carrie Keuten, child life coordinator from Levine Children’s Hospital. Info on the N. Meck Rotary Facebook page.

Salsa Night, 9-10 p.m., The Dirty Martini, 17036 Kenton Place, Suite 104, Cornelius – Salsa Night with DJ Tremendo. Free salsa lessons. Info: 704-533-3054.

Paws to Read, 10:30 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Children boost reading skills and confidence by reading to a certified therapy dog. Info: 704-416-4000.

Baby Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. New sights and sounds are shared with a parent/caregiver through books, songs, and rhymes. Ages: Up to 18 months. Info: 704-416-3800.

Toddler Storytime, 11 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and new words through stories and activities. Ages: 18 to 36 months. Info: 704-416-3800.

Pre-School Storytime, 11:30 a.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Preschoolers engage with books and activities that encourage language and pre-reading skills. Hear stories, sing songs, and develop the skills needed to become a successful reader. Ages: 3 to 5 years. Info: 704-416-3800.

Outdoor Cinema Series, 7 p.m., Smithville Park, 19710 S. Ferry St., Cornelius – Watch “Tangled” on an inflatable blimp screen under the stars. The movie will begin around 8:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Info: cornelius.org

THURSDAY, AUGUST 4

Stroke Support Group, 1-2:30 p.m., South Iredell Senior Center, 202 N. Church St., Mooresville – Lake Norman Regional Medical Center hosts this free program open to everyone and provides education and support to stroke victims and their families. Registration is not required. Call Mitzie McCurdy, Community Outreach Director, for more information at 704-660-4859.

Kiwanis Club of Lake Norman, 7:30-9 a.m., LKN Chamber of Commerce, 19900 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – A presentation of the El Sistema program for children with the fewest resources and greatest need that uses classical, orchestral music to transform lives. RSVP to Robin Noud by phone at 704-351-5644 or rnoud@mi-connection.net.

Patio-palooza, 6:30 p.m., Hickory Tavern, 9526 Birkdale Crossings Dr., Huntersville – Live acoustic music every Thursday in the Beer Garden and patio. No Cover. Info: 704-897-8490.

PARC Commission, 5:30 p.m., Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – The Parks, Arts, Recreation and Culture Commission regular meeting. www.cornelius.org/parks

FRIDAY, AUGUST 5

Davidson Merchants Meeting, 9 a.m., Davidson Town Hall, 216 S. Main St., Davidson – Quarterly Davidson Merchants Meeting, led by downtown director Kim Fleming. Agenda is expected to include discussion of the town’s advertising grant program for 2011-12.

Preschool Storytime, 10:15 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Preschoolers engage with books and activities that encourage language and pre-reading skills. Hear stories, sing songs, and develop the skills needed to become a successful reader. Info: 704-416-4000.

Toddler Storytime, 11 a.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and new words through stories and activities. Info: 704-416-4000.

Tarradiddle Players, 1:30 p.m., Cornelius public library, 21105 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Brother Rabbit may be the quickest, cleverest rabbit ever, but can he escape Slippy Fox? Find out the answer and discover how stories connect us to each other in this multicultural production inspired by the people who have made the Carolina region their home. Info: 704-416-3800.

Tarradiddle Players, 3 p.m., Davidson public library, 119 S. Main St., Davidson – Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s Global Theatre Series Brother Rabbit may be the quickest, cleverest rabbit ever, but can he escape Slippy Fox? Find out the answer and discover how stories connect us to each other in this multicultural production inspired by the people who have made the Carolina region their home. Info: 704-416-4000.

Kings of Leon Concert & Party Bus, 4 p.m., The Saloon at the NC Music Factory, 900 Seaboard St., Charlotte – $20 ticket includes transportation to/from the concert, ice cold beers and cocktails on the ride up, and drink specials pre and post at The Saloon. Bus will leave at 5:30 p.m. Does not include concert ticket. Purchase tickets at www.elevatelifestyle.com.

Old Folks Barnstock, 6-11:59 p.m., Brown’s Barn, 15311 Black Farms Rd., Huntersville – Barnstock for an over 21 audience. Includes great music from Ode to 31, Wayward Suns, Rusty Knox Band, and Billy Jones and the Pocket. BYOB. $20 per person. Gates open at 5 p.m.

Live music at Unleashed, 9 p.m., Unleashed Nightclub, 20924 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius – Live music: Blue Monday. Info: 704-655-2621.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 6

Davidson Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m. to noon, downtown Davidson next to Town Hall – Local farmers and vendors selling meats, produce, dairy products, baked goods, and other items every Saturday through November. For more information: www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org. DavidsonNews.net is pleased to be a sponsor of the Davidson Farmers Market.

Pet Adoption Day, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Metrolina Tradeshow Expo, 7100 Statesville Rd., Charlotte – Please come and support your local animal shelters and rescues so we can find forever homes for all. There will be a raffle and $1 off admission if you donate dog or cat food or pet supplies.

Bluegrass Festival & BBQ, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Cornelius Presbyterian Church, 21209 Catawba Ave., Cornelius – CPC hosts great food and bluegrass bands on Saturdays in August. Free Admission. BBQ plates are $8 for adults and $5 for children. The band Homeward Bound plays August 6. Call 704-892-5577 for tickets. Read  more about the series in our July 21 season preview.

The Great Carolina Road Rally, 2 p.m., Dixie’s Tavern, 301 E 7th St., Charlotte – A fun fundraising scavenger hunt around the Charlotte area. Registration fee per car is $100. Followed by an after party at 7 p.m. Details: greatcarolinaroadrally.com

Barnstock, 6 p.m.-midnight, 15305 Black Farms Rd., Huntersville – A high school oriented, no booze, music festival for individuals 15 and older that serves as a community service project that supports the Davidson Fire Department. $5 for students and $20 for adults. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Details on Facebook.

Country Night in the Park, 7 p.m., Bailey Road Park, 11536 Bailey Rd., Cornelius – A free family concert with children’s activities, best western hat contest and concessions by Bruster’s Ice Cream. Features the music of former American Idol contestant Chris Lane and the Chris Lane Band. www.cornelius.org/parks

Live music at Miciah’s, 9 p.m., Miciah’s Speak Easy, 229 Medical Park Rd., Mooresville – Live music: Southern Style Band. Info: 704-799-0095.

Live music at Amos’ at the Lake, 9:30 p.m., Amos’ at the Lake, 19501 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius – Live music: The Dave Matthews Tribute Band. Info: 704-895-6875.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 7

Pet Adoption Day, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Metrolina Tradeshow Expo, 7100 Statesville Rd., Charlotte – Please come and support your local animal shelters and rescues so we can find forever homes for all. There will be a raffle and $1 off admission if you donate dog or cat food or pet supplies.

Concert on the Green, 6-8 p.m., Davidson Village Green, Main Street and Concord Road in front of Davidson library – Featuring music by Billy Jones & The Pocket, a Davidson-based band that plays rhythm & blues/folk. Free.

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