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freedom. This event is appropriate for all ages. 10-11 a.m. Free. Cornelius Town Hall Lawn, www.cornelius.org. 2019 Senior Fun & Fitness Day @ Jetton Park (May 29) Come experience this family friendly event for seniors, including guided nature walks, vendors and resources, games, crafts, a bike demo, a fitness demo, a photobooth and more. Presented by North Meck Senior Center. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Pre-registration appreciated. Jetton Park, Cornelius, 980.314.1127.
The North Carolina Brewers and Music Festival takes place May 11-12 at Historic Rural Hill. booths, food trucks, a beer garden, arts, crafts and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Downtown Mooresville, www.mooresvillenc.com.
Beyond Walls (May 1 through January 31, 2020) Beyond Walls is Cornelius’ annual, award-winning public art exhibition. Of the 30 submissions representing 9 different states, the Public Art Committee selected seven sculptures by six artists for the 2019-20 show. Artists include Jarod Charzewski, Robert Doster, Scott Froschauer, Cathy Perry, Richard Pitts and Robert Porreca. Robbins Park, 17738 West Catawba Avenue, www.cornelius.org. Cornelius Arts Center Various exhibitions. Mon-Thu 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri-Sat 9 a.m.-
Foster’s Frame and Art Gallery Various exhibitions. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 10a.m.-4p.m. 403 N. Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, 704.948.1750. Four Corners Framing and Gallery Various exhibitions. Tue-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 148 N. Main Street, Mooresville, 704.662.7154, www.fcfgframing.com. Lake Country Gallery Various exhibitions. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Exit 36 – Mooresville, between Belk and Kohl’s, 704.664.5022, www. lakecountrygallery.net. Mooresville Arts Gallery Springfest. (Through May) Tue-Fri noon-4 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 103 W. Center Avenue, Mooresville, www.magart.org. Tropical Connections Various exhibitions. Tue- Fri 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or by appointment. 230 N. Main Street, Mooresville, www.tropicalconnectionslakenorman.com. The Van Every/Smith Galleries Various exhibitions.
Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; SatSun noon-4 p.m. Davidson College, The Van Every/Smith Galleries, 315 N. Main Street, Davidson, www.davidsoncollegeartgalleries.org.
SPORTS
Davidson College Baseball It’s time to head out to the ballpark for Davidson Baseball. N.C. A & T (May 1, 6 p.m.). Davidson College, Wilson Field, www. davidsonwildcats.com.
THEATRE
Eurydice (Through May 4) Sarah Ruhl reimagines the classic myth of Orpheus through the eyes of its heroine. Dying too young on her wedding day, Eurydice must journey to the underworld, where she reunites with her father and struggles to remember her lost love. With contemporary characters, ingenious plot twists, and breathtaking visual effects, the play is a fresh look at a timeless love story. Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $20, $15 student/senior. Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216-A Westmoreland Road, Cornelius, www. warehousepac.com.
MAY 2019
Charlotte Dragon Boat Festival/Greater Charlotte Asian Festival (May 18) Celebrate the culture, traditions and history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States. Enjoy dancing and sharing traditional meals. Times TBA. Ramsey Creek Park, 18441 Nantz Road, Cornelius, www. charlottedragonboar.com.
Hospice Regatta Party (May 18) Approximately 200 to 225 guests will enjoy this annual gala event, including charitable giving, dinner, music, entertainment and an auction. Allison Latos and Keith Monday, news anchors from WSOC-TV 9 will serve as emcees. 6:30 p.m. $150 per person. The Peninsula Yacht Club, www.hpccr. org. Cornelius Memorial Day Program (May 27) Cornelius PARC hosts American Legion Post 86 for this annual observance, honoring service members who have sacrificed to protect our nation and
GALLERIES
noon. 19725 Oak Street, Cornelius, www.cornelius.org.
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