Lake Wylie Events and Activities

Looking for things to do around Lake Wylie, Charlotte, Rock Hill, Tega Cay and Belmont?   There are always fun activities for the whole family to enjoy!  Want to add an event?  Send me an email.  

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Month of November 2008

11/1 -11/8 - Art Auction at the Dalton Gallery, Center for the Arts in Rock Hill.

11/1 - 11/9 daily 9am-5pm- Something's a-flutter!  Butterflies by the thousand are at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, inside the Orchid Conservatory.  Delight yourself with these wonderful creatures!  Event opens late September and continues through 11/9! 

11/6 Thursday 6:30 - Allison Creek Bluegrass.  Shows are the first & third Thursday of each month, held in the gym at Allison Creek Presbyterian.  Concession stand open at 6:30, music begins at 7pm.  "Virginia Crossties " is the featured entertainment.

11/8 Saturday 9am-4pm - Final in a series of day trips exploring Wateree to Wylie, sponsored by the Culture & Heritage Museums. River Rambler Series.

11/9 Sunday 10am - 10th Annual Pilgrims' Inn Irish Open.  Sponsored by McHale's Irish Pub in Tega Cay, benefitting the Pilgrims Inn, which provides aid to homeless and disadvantaged women and children in York County.  To register to play, or sponsor this activity, please email Bill Stayduher.

11/12 -12/31- Christmasville Exhibition at the Dalton Gallery, Center for the Arts in Rock Hill.  Features Vernon Grant's Santa exhibit.

11/13 Thursday - Sunday 11/23 - Southern Christmas Show - Festive food, crafts, decorations, gifts, and ideas.  You won't believe it until you go!!  Held at The Park (formerly Charlotte Merchandise Mart.)

11/14 Friday 8pm - Clover School District Auditorium Performing Arts Series features the U.S. Navy Jazz Band   The group features the Navy's top jazz and big band selections.

11/14 Friday thru mid-December - "The Real Christmas Story" by NarroWay Productions, 3346 Hwy 21 Fort Mill.  Shows on Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

11/15 Saturday 9am-12noon - Digital SLR Photography Workshop at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Register online.   

11/15 Saturday 7:30pm - McElvey Center in York presents the "Annie Moses Band ", a family performance group with roots in classical, pop, and jazz.  These Julliard-trained musicians are sure to delight.

11/16 Sunday 1pm-4pm - America Recycles Day.  Crafts, games, and family fun at the Museum of York County. 

11/20 Thur -12/14 Sunday - Charlotte Magazine presents 2nd annual Dream Home.  Decorated and themed for the holidays, tour this home with proceeds benefitting the Susan G. Komen for the Cure cancer fund.  Dream Home open daily; for tickets and hours visit Charlotte Magazine website.

11/20 Thur - Allison Creek Bluegrass, first and third Thursday of each month, corner of Hands Mill Road and Allison Creek Road.  Different bands are featured each night, along with open jam sessions.  Food is available beginning 6:30pm.

11/20 Thur - Open Blues Jam, first and third Thursday of each month, McHales Irish Pub on Gold Hill Road, Tega Cay.

11/22 Saturday 10:30-12:30pm - Jewelry Making Workshop at the Lake Wylie Public Library.  Call 803 831-7774 to register.

11/28 -12/30 5pm-9pm - Holiday Lights at the Garden, an annual tradition at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Make this a part of your holiday celebrations!

Month of December 2008

12/1 -12/31- Christmasville Exhibition at the Dalton Gallery, Center for the Arts in Rock Hill.

12/1 -12/30 5pm-9pm - Holiday Lights at the Garden, an annual tradition at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Make this a part of your holiday celebrations!

12/1 -12/14 - Charlotte Magazine presents 2nd annual Dream Home.  Decorated and themed for the holidays, tour this home with proceeds benefitting the Susan G. Komen for the Cure cancer fund.  Dream Home open daily; for tickets and hours visit Charlotte Magazine website.

12/2 4pm - Belmont's 59th Christmas Parade.

12/4 Thursday thru 12/21 - "The Real Christmas Story" by NarroWay Productions, 3346 Hwy 21 Fort Mill.  Schedule varies by week; see website for details.

12/4-12/7 - "Christmasville" in downtown Rock Hill!

12/4 Thursday - Tega Cay Christmas Tree lighting, Philip T. Glennon Community Center in Tega Cay.

12/4 Thursday 6:30pm-midnight - Lake Wylie Chamber Holiday Gala.  Enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and music.  Seating is limited, so get your tickets early!  Hosted by the Lake Wylie Chamber, held at the River Hills Country Club.

12/6 11am - Lake Wylie Elementary School Winter Parade, Steele Creek.

12/6 Saturday 10am-12noon - Holiday Wreath Making at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Learn how to make your own unique holiday decorations.  Register online. 

12/6 1:30-5pm - River Hills Holiday Reception and Christmas House Tour, benefitting the Kenya Orphanage Project.  Tickets available at Jac-Lyn's Hallmark shop in Lake Wylie, Lake Wylie Family Chiropractic, Liu Liu's in Fort Mill.

12/6 7pm - River Hills Newcomers Holiday Party, 48 Heritage Drive.  Bring a dish to share, and call for reservations 803-831-9090.

12/11, 12/13, 12/14 - Holiday concert by the Clover High Choraliers.  Performances at 8pm on Thursday and Saturday, and Sunday matinee at 3pm.

12/13 Saturday 10am-2pm - Christmas Bazaar hosted by Allison Creek Preschool. Handmade quilted items, crafts, gifts & toys!

12/13 Saturday - Lake Wylie Boat parade, organized by the Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce.

Month of January 2009

1/10 -2/15 - Second annual "Orchid Spectacular" will open with the Piedmont Orchid Society's annual show on January 10-11.  It will continue thru mid-February at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Mark your calendars!

1/20 Tuesday 8pm - Clover School District Auditorium Performing Arts Series features Rozlyn Sorrell.  A mix of popular and sacred themed repertoire in a concert you won't forget.

Month of February 2009

2/1 -2/15 - Second annual "Orchid Spectacular" will open with the Piedmont Orchid Society's annual show on January 10-11.  It will continue thru mid-February at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Mark your calendars!

2/8 Sunday 1pm-5pm - Annual "Wedding Showcase", presenting the region's best wedding resources at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. 

2/9 Monday 7pm - Clover School District Auditorium Performing Arts Series features "Commedia Aladdin" by the Tarradiddle Players.  A wildly funny presentation of the story of Aladdin on this special Family Night.

2/14 -3/22 - "Art at the Garden" at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Mark your calendars!

2/19 Thursday 8pm - Clover School District Auditorium Performing Arts Series features "The Lovell Sisters", three sisters who blend harmony and play the mandolin, fiddle, and dobro.

Month of March 2009

3/1 -3/22 - "Art at the Garden" continues at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. 

3/4 Wednesday - Sunday 3/8 - Southern Spring Home & Garden Show - Everything you need for home and garden in one place.  Shop for ideas, consult experts, see the latest in home innovation, decorating, building and home improvement. Held at The Park (formerly Charlotte Merchandise Mart.)

3/16 Monday 8pm - Clover School District Auditorium Performing Arts Series features "Chapter 6 " a premier jazz a capella ensemble from Chicago.

3/17 Saturday 8pm - McElvey Center in York presents "Simply Sinatra ", featuring performer Steve Lippia.  Swing tunes and ballads, his sound is a combination of his own musical interpretation and the influence of the Sinatra era.

Month of April 2009

4/2 Friday 8pm - Clover School District Auditorium Performing Arts Series features "Greater Tuna " two performers from Georgia's legendary Springer Opera House.  Often hilarious, always entertaining!

4/30 Thursday 8pm - Spring concert by the Clover High Choraliers.  Performances at 8pm on Thursday and Saturday, and Sunday matinee at 3pm.

Month of May 2009

5/2 and 5/3 - Spring concert by the Clover High Choraliers.  Performances at 8pm on Thursday and Saturday, and Sunday matinee at 3pm.

Month of April 2008

4/3 Thursday 6:30 - Allison Creek Bluegrass.  Shows are the first & third Thursday of each month, held in the gym at Allison Creek Presbyterian.  Concession stand open at 6:30, music begins at 7pm. 

4/5 Saturday 8-4pm - Safe boating course, Lake Wylie library.  Taught by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla.  704-588-9249

4/10-13 - "The Grandest Canyon" presented Thur - Sat 8pm, plus Saturday and Sunday mantinees at 3pm, McCelvey Center in York.  Presented by The Yorkville Players, a community theater group.  (803) 980-7412 

4/12 - Opening day for Little League Baseball.  The Lake Wylie Athletic Association is a new sports league in the area, beginning with baseball.  The group plans to add football, soccer, basketball, and cheerleading. For more information, call 803-831-9298 or visit the website.

4/15 & 4/17 6:30-9:30pm and 4/19 a.m. - Safe boating course taught by Charlotte Power Squadron at Lake Wylie Marina.  Call 704-365-5508. 

4/17 Thursday 6:30 - Allison Creek Bluegrass.  Shows are the first & third Thursday of each month, held in the gym at Allison Creek Presbyterian.  Concession stand open at 6:30, music begins at 7pm. 

4/17 Thursday 5:30-7:30 - Lake Wylie Business After Hours.  Shrimp Boil, beach music, and boat show.

4/17-26 - Come See Me festival in Rock Hill.  "All American Parade" kicks off the event at 6pm on Thursday, 4/17.  The beach band "The Legends" perform on Friday, 4/18.  Local musicians perform on Saturday, 4/19 from 4-6pm.  There is also a firework display on 4/26 to mark the end of the festival.  For the complete schedule and event locations, visit the festival website: Come See Me

4/19 - Crowders Creek Carnival- 10am-2pm, featuring inflatables, games, face painting, climbing wall, dunk tank, and more!  Crowders Creek Elementary, Lake Wylie.

4/19 - Southern Anglers Challenge series fishing tournament on Lake Wylie.  For more information, call 803-322-1794.

4/19 - Earth Day at the Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill.

4/19 Saturday 9-5pm - Safe boating course, Lake Wylie library.  Taught by a U.S. Coast Guard captain, Lighthouse Marine Service. 704-587-0325

4/21-4/30 Mon-Fri 4pm- Southtown Riders offer wakeboard lessons after school. Call 704-288-1660 or visit Southtownriders.com for more information.

4/23 Wednesday noon - Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce Spring Appreciation luncheon and fashion show.  River Hills Country Club.

4/23 Wednesday - Olympians Picnic in the Park, 6:30-9pm in Belmont's Stowe Park.  Welcome Olympians participating in the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Whitewater Slalom, which will be held 4/25-27 at the U.S. National Whitewater Center.

4/24 Thursday 6-9pm - "About Lake Wylie", Lake Wylie library.  Lighthouse Marine Service.  704-587-0325

4/24-26 - The Bass Federation National Championship returns to Lake Wylie!  Anglers compete for a share of $234,000 in cash and prizes.  Weigh-ins and family fun activities at the Charlotte Convention Center.  Read my blog about Bass Tournaments on Lake Wylie.

4/25-27 - watch the U.S. Olympic Whitewater team trials at the Whitewater Center near Belmont.

4/26- River Hills Home Tour 10am-4pm.  Six custom homes are on the tour, and tickets are available at the gate for $10 each.  A lunch buffet is available at the River Hills Country Club (newly renovated!) for $14.

Month of May 2008

5/1 - 5/4 - Clover High School Choraliers present their annual spring concert and the musical "Lil' Abner".  Thursday and Saturday nights at 8pm, Sunday matinee 3pm.  More information

5/1 - 5/30 - Southtown Riders offer wakeboard lessons after school. Call 704-288-1660 or visit Southtownriders.com for more information.

5/1 Thursday 6:30 - Allison Creek Bluegrass.  Shows are the first & third Thursday of each month, held in the gym at Allison Creek Presbyterian.  Concession stand open at 6:30, music begins at 7pm. 

5/9 Friday - Lions Club Golf Tournament, River Hills.  803-831-7808

5/10 Saturday 8:30am - Annual meeting of the members of York Electric Cooperative, held at 1385 East Alexander Love Hwy.  Appalachian Blue bluegrass band will entertain 9am-noon.  25 cent hotdogs, 10 cent Cokes, displays, games and drawings.  Members receive $25 credit for attending!

5/10 Saturday 8am-noon: Annual Youth Fishing Rodeo, sponsored by the SC Dept of Natural Resources!   Prizes, refreshments, inflatables & lots of fun for kids.  Event held at Draper Wildlife Management area.

5/10 Saturday 9am-4pm - First in a series of day trips exploring Wateree to Wylie, sponsored by the Culture & Heritage Museums. Geologist Irene Boland, plus a natural history curator historian will introduce participants to Great Fallsvia hiking the area.  Meet at the Museum of York County for this River Rambler Series.

5/10-11 - Womens weekend at the U.S. National Whitewater Center.  Clinics in kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking.

5/15 Thursday 5:30-8pm - Lake Wylie Business After Hours.  Kick off the summer season! Long Cove Marina.

5/15 Thursday 6:30 - Allison Creek Bluegrass.  Shows are the first & third Thursday of each month, held in the gym at Allison Creek Presbyterian.  Concession stand open at 6:30, music begins at 7pm. 

5/15-17 - Annual Benvenuti Italian Festival at St. Philip Neri Church in Fort Mill.  Costume parade, media personalites, rides, games, auctions, entertainment!

5/17 - North Carolina Adventure Race series at the U.S. National Whitewater Center.  Teams of one to four mountain bike, run, climb and paddle!  Pre-registration required.

5/17 - GaribaldiFest, Stowe Park, Belmont  704-825-8191.  Arts and crafts, games and entertainment.

5/24 - Southern Anglers Challenge series fishing tournament on Lake Wylie.  For more information, call 803-322-1794.

Month of June 2008

6/1 - 6/30 - Southtown Riders wakeboard lessons & camps run all summer. Day camps for age 6-18, 9am-4pm, $100/day.  Private lessons for any age.  Call 704-288-1660 or visit Southtownriders.com for more information.

6/1 - Riverfront Classic Mountainbike Race at the U.S. National Whitewater Center 

6/3 Noon-1pm- "Great Herbs for the Garden" class at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. 

6/5 Thursday 5:30-7:30pm - Lake Wylie Business After Hours, Kodiak Mini-Storage.

6/6 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay.  Come watch amazing wakeboarding, skiing, and team events.  Events weekly throughout the summer by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

6/7 Saturday 9am-3pm- Summer Kickoff Family Fun Series at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. 

6/7 Saturday 10am-2pm- Free carnival at Lake Wylie Retirement & Assisted Living.  Food (proceeds going to charity), games, petting zoo, and more!

6/7 Saturday 7pm - Concert in the Park at Stowe Park, Belmont.  Center City Groove band, rock.   704-825-8191. 

6/10& 6/12 6:30-9:30pm and 6/14 a.m. - Safe boating course taught by Charlotte Power Squadron at Lake Wylie Marina.  Call 704-365-5508. 

6/10-6/13 - Summer library program at the York County Library.  "Buggy about Books ", a magic show by Fish the Magish that shows kids how much fun it is to read!  Fort Mill branch 6/10, Rock Hill branch 6/11, Lake Wylie 6/13.  Times vary; check library website!

6/13 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay, with wakeboarding, skiing, and team events by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

6/14 Saturday - Splash Dash 5K run, 10K run, and walk.  Camp Thunderbird.  Registration 7am, race at 8am. 

6/14 Saturday 9am-4pm - Second in a series of day trips exploring Wateree to Wylie, sponsored by the Culture & Heritage Museums. River Rambler Series.

6/14 Saturday 7pm - Concert in the Park at Stowe Park, Belmont.  Charlotte Civic Orchestra, 25 piece orchestra.   704-825-8191. 

6/14 Saturday 7pm-10pm -Tega Cay Concert series at Runde Park.  Come hear "MissBehavin'", one of the best dance bands around!

6/17 and 19 6-9:30pm - Safe boating course, River Hills.  Taught by a U.S. Coast Guard captain, Lighthouse Marine Service. 704-587-0325

6/17-6/20 - Summer library program at the York County Library.  "Dinosaur", presented by StageWorks Theaters, is an interactive production.   Fort Mill branch 6/17, Rock Hill branch 6/18, Lake Wylie 6/20.  Times vary; check website!

6/19 Thursday 5:30-7:30pm - Lake Wylie Business After Hours, River Hills Marina and T-Bones sponsor this event, held at the marina.

6/20 5:30-9:30pm - Summer Soltice Celebration Family Fun Series at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. 

6/20 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay, with wakeboarding, skiing, and team events by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

6/21 - Southern Anglers Challenge series fishing tournament on Lake Wylie.  For more information, call 803-322-1794.

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6/21 - Cowbell Challenge 12-hour mountain bike race at the U.S. National Whitewater Center.  Food, music, special entertainment.

6/21 Saturday 7pm - Concert in the Park at Stowe Park, Belmont.  Come hear Grass Cats bluegrass band!   704-825-8191. 

6/24-6/27 - Summer library program at the York County Library.  "Teddy Time" presented by Becky's Box of Puppets.   Fort Mill branch 6/24, Rock Hill branch 6/25, Lake Wylie 6/27.  Times vary; check website!

6/27 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay, with wakeboarding, skiing, and team events by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

6/28 - Great American Backyard Campout at the U.S. National Whitewater Center.  Kid-focused activities all day, including paddling clinics, zip line, rock climbing.

6/28 Saturday 7pm - Concert in the Park at Stowe Park, Belmont.  Listen to The Catalinas beach band.   704-825-8191. 

Month of July 2008

7/1 - 7/31 - Southtown Riders wakeboard lessons & camps run all summer. Day camps for age 6-18, 9am-4pm, $100/day.  Private lessons for any age.  Call 704-288-1660 or visit Southtownriders.com for more information.

7/1-7/3 - Summer library program at the York County Library.  "Sadie's Spectacular Day " presented by Bright Star Children's Theater.   Fort Mill branch 7/1, Rock Hill branch 7/2, Clover 7/3.  Times vary; check website!

7/11 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay, every Friday night through August.  Come watch amazing wakeboarding, skiing, and team events.  Events weekly throughout the summer by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

7/4 Friday 9:30pm - Lake Wylie community fireworks at Buster Boyd Bridge.  Best viewing at T-Bones, the Buster Boyd Bridge Boat Landing, Rey Azteca deck, or on the lake!

7/4 Friday - Tega Cay's annual July 4th celebration, including golf tournament, parade, ski show, fish fry, canoe joust, and fireworks! 

7/5 Saturday at dusk- Movies in the Park at Stowe Park, Belmont.  "Surf's Up!"   704-825-8191. 

7/8-7/11 - Summer library program at the York County Library.  "Bug Juice " presented by Rags to Riches Productions.   Fort Mill branch 7/8, Rock Hill branch 7/9, Lake Wylie 7/11.  Times vary; check website!

7/10 Thursday - Bob Wayne and the Outlaw Carnies perform at the Sylvia Theater in York.  803-684-5590

7/11 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay, every Friday night through August.  Come watch amazing wakeboarding, skiing, and team events.  Events weekly throughout the summer by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

7/11 Friday - Blue Dogs perform at the Sylvia Theater in York.  803-684-5590

7/12-18 - Charlotte Restaurant Week.  Forty-two of Charlotte's finest restaurants offer three courses for $30.  Most places offer several options as part of the deal.  Great way to save some bucks on some fancy fare!  Make reservations at Charlotte Restaurant Week.

7/12 Saturday at dusk- Movies in the Park at Stowe Park, Belmont.  "The Water Horse - Legend of the Deep!"   704-825-8191. 

7/12 Saturday 12 noon-6pm- Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival, Symphony Park at Southpark Mall.  Advance tickets available.

7/12-13 - Battle of Huck's Defeat Revolutionary War reenactment at Historic Brattonsville.  Music, firearms demonstrations, military drills, fun for the whole family.

7/14 - 7/18 - River Rats Camp, sponsored by the Culture & Heritage Museums.  Discover the Catawba River's exciting stories, meet its animals and plants, and learn how you have the power to protect it. We'll spend a day geocaching along the River's banks. 

7/15-7/18 - Summer library program at the York County Library.  "Big Bad, Little Red Pig " presented by That Puppet Guy, Lee Bryan.   Fort Mill branch 7/15, Rock Hill branch 7/16, Lake Wylie 7/18.  Times vary; check library website!

7/18 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay, every Friday night through August.  Come watch amazing wakeboarding, skiing, and team events.  Events weekly throughout the summer by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

7/19 Saturday at dusk- Movies in the Park at Stowe Park, Belmont.  "Over the Hedge "   704-825-8191. 

7/19 - Jeep Adventure Race Series at the U.S. National Whitewater Center Mountain bike, run, climb & paddle.  704-391-3900

7/19 Saturday - Bluegrass Showcae: Charlotte Music Awards at the Sylvia Theater in York.  803-684-5590

7/22-7/25 - Summer library program at the York County Library.  "The Ugly Duckling" presented by Porkchop Productions.   Fort Mill branch 7/22, Rock Hill branch 7/23, Lake Wylie 7/25.  Times vary; check library website!

7/24 Thursday 6-10pm- Tropical music, fruity cocktails, and exotic plants at "Forbidden Fruits": Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden at twilight!  Professional chefs will discuss how to incorporate fruits into various dishes.  Register in advance, for more information call 704-825-4490.

7/24-7/26 until 10pm each night- Summer Celebration at Stowe Park, Belmont.  Carnival rides, games, food, and fireworks on Saturday night.   704-825-8191. 

7/25 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay, every Friday night through August.  Come watch amazing wakeboarding, skiing, and team events.  Events weekly throughout the summer by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

7/26 9am-5pm - Safe boating course, Lake Wylie Public Library.  Taught by a U.S. Coast Guard captain, Lighthouse Marine Service. 704-587-0325

Month of August 2008

8/1 - 8/31 - Southtown Riders wakeboard lessons & camps run all summer. Day camps for age 6-18, 9am-4pm, $100/day.  Private lessons for any age.  Call 704-288-1660 or visit Southtownriders.com for more information.

8/1-8/29 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay, every Friday night through August.  Come watch amazing wakeboarding, skiing, and team events.  Events weekly throughout the summer by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

8/2 Saturday 9am-3pm- Wild Wings Hummingbird Banding at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Free w/ Garden admission.  704-825-4490.

8/2 Saturday 7pm-10pm -Tega Cay Concert series at Runde Park.  Come hear "Charity Case ", a favorite rock band with a big heart!

8/8 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay, every Friday night through August.  Come watch amazing wakeboarding, skiing, and team events.  Events weekly throughout the summer by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

8/9 Saturday 9am-4pm - Third in a series of day trips exploring Wateree to Wylie, sponsored by the Culture & Heritage Museums. River Rambler Series.

8/9 Saturday - Second annual Lake Wylie Scavenger Hunt & BBQ Fundraiser, sponsored by the Charlotte Power Squadron.  Boating event where participants find items and clues on the lake, competing for fun & prizes.  Captain's Reception is Friday night at T-Bones on the Lake, and a barbecue follows Saturday's event.

8/15 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay, every Friday night through August.  Come watch amazing wakeboarding, skiing, and team events.  Events weekly throughout the summer by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

8/15 Friday 5:30-9:30pm- "Animals at Night" at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Free w/ Garden admission.  704-825-4490.

8/16 9am-5pm - Safe boating course, Lake Wylie Public Library.  Taught by a U.S. Coast Guard captain, Lighthouse Marine Service. 704-587-0325

8/21 Thursday 6pm- opening reception for the 19th Annual Juried Competition Exhibition opens at the Dalton Gallery, Center for the Arts in Rock Hill. Followed by an Art Crawl down Main Street.

8/21 Thursday 6:30 - Allison Creek Bluegrass.  Shows are the first & third Thursday of each month, held in the gym at Allison Creek Presbyterian.  Concession stand open at 6:30, music begins at 7pm.  Darin Aldrige & Brook Justice are featured entertainers.

8/22 Friday 7pm- Weekly ski shows at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay, every Friday night thru August.  Come watch amazing wakeboarding, skiing, and team events.  Events weekly throughout the summer by the Carolina Show Ski team. 

8/22 Friday 7:30pm- State champions in 2007, the mighty Clover Blue Eagles kick off their home opener!  Wooo hooo!  Oh, you haven't read about the football state championship game from 2007?  Don't miss it! 

8/23 9am-5pm Saturday- 25th Annual York Summerfest. Craft & art show, food, Classic car show and more in historic downtown York. 

8/23 7:30-11pm Saturday- 15th Annual Vintage Celebration.  Tastings of fine wines and specialty beers at the Museum of York County.  Silent and live auctions, tutored tastings. Advance tickets available.

8/29 Friday 7pm- Final ski show for the summer at Windjammer Park in Tega Cay.  Come watch amazing wakeboarding, skiing, and team events.  Carolina Show Ski team. 

Month of September 2008

9/1 Monday 11am-5pm- Last day open for Carowinds Boomerang Bay, the waterpark filled with thrilling slides, a giant wave pool, lots of water playgrounds for the tots, and cool fun for the whole family.

9/1 Monday 11am- Charlotte Labor Day parade, originating at the Hal Marshall Center on 700 N. Tryon Street and traveling through uptown Charlotte.  The parade honors organized labor in our country.

9/4 Thursday 6-10pm- Organic Brews and Blues.  Get back to nature as you learn about organic beers, natural ingredients to use in your kitchen.  Be entertained by award-winning WSNB, filling the garden with sounds of the blues.  Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, register in advance, call 704-825-4490.

9/4 Thursday 6:30 - Allison Creek Bluegrass.  Shows are the first & third Thursday of each month, held in the gym at Allison Creek Presbyterian.  Concession stand open at 6:30, music begins at 7pm.  Central Baptist Bluegrass are the featured entertainers.

9/5 Friday - Sunday 9/7 - Southern Ideal Home Show - Everything you need for home and garden in one place.  Shop for ideas, consult experts, see the latest in home innovation, decorating, building and home improvement. Held at The Park (formerly Charlotte Merchandise Mart.)

9/9 Tuesday 7pm - Clover School District Auditorium Performing Arts Series features "Laughing with the Legends."  This production brings to life personalities such as Elvis, Lucille Ball, Liberace, and more.  Tickets are $15.

9/11 Thursday 10am - River Hills Newcomer's Coffee.  Make reservations by calling 803-831-1198.

9/12-13 - Blues, Brews and BBQ in Charlotte.  Prepare your palate for the best in Tar Heel BBQ, with contests, lots of live entertainment, and fun for the whole family.

9/13 Saturday 11am-6pm - "Fur Festival" in downtown Belmont, presented by the Animal Adoption League.  This family event will feature vendors and carnival games, pet supplies, and music. 

9/13 Saturday 9am-4pm - Fourth in a series of day trips exploring Wateree to Wylie, sponsored by the Culture & Heritage Museums. River Rambler Series.

9/13 Saturday 9am-4pm - Bluebird House Workshop, a class offered at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Build a birdhouse that is truly unique, and learn how to attract bluebirds to your new birdhouse.  Register online.

9/13 Saturday 2pm-6pm - Beach concert with The Boardwalk Band at Long Cove Marina, benefitting the Lake Wylie Fireworks Fund.  Food, music, fun!

9/18 Thursday - Sunday 9/21 - Southern Women's Show at The Park (formerly Charlotte Merchandise Mart) in Charlotte.  Vendors, health fair, seminars, entertainment, girl stuff.  For info on tickets and hours of operation, visit Southern Women's Show.

9/18 Thursday 5:30-7:30pm - Lake Wylie Business After Hours, BB&T sponsors this event.

9/18 Thursday 6:30 - Allison Creek Bluegrass.  Shows are the first & third Thursday of each month, held in the gym at Allison Creek Presbyterian.  Concession stand open at 6:30, music begins at 7pm.  "Darlene and the Reflections" is the featured entertainment.

9/18-9/21 - The 44th Annual Festival in the Park, promoting interest in the arts.  Arts and crafts, music and entertainment.  Nearly a thousand entertainers perform in many stages around Freedom Park in Charlotte.

9/19 4:30pm-7:30pm - Clover Band Boosters BBQ Fundraiser, at the Clover Middle School cafeteria, right next to the Clover Memorial Stadium where the Blue Eagles will play football following the BBQ.

9/20 9am-5pm - Safe boating course, Lake Wylie Public Library.  Taught by a U.S. Coast Guard captain, Lighthouse Marine Service. 704-587-0325

9/20 Saturday 7pm-10pm -Tega Cay Concert series at Runde Park.  Come hear "Joystick", one of the best variety dance bands around!

9/20 Saturday 10am-3pm -Woofstock 2008, York County's first dog-themed festival, to be held at the York Recreation Complex, 74 4th Street in York.   1K walk, photo contest, dog spa, fashion show, vendrs, music, clinics, and food.  What a way to end the dog days of summer!

9/20 Saturday 10am-4pm - Auto show & Fall Festival in Clover, SC.  Street festival and car show sponsored by the Clover Jaycees.

9/20 Saturday 8pm - McElvey Center in York presents "The Shady Grove Band ", a North Carolina band with a "new-timey" bluegrass sound.  They've performed throughout Canada, the US, and Europe, and have appeared on national television on CBS and NBC.

9/20 Saturday - Party in Pink at the Palisades Country Club, dinner of prime rib, followed by dancing, dessert, and raffles to benefit the Cancer Education Center at Presbyterian Hospital.

9/21 Sunday 1pm-dark -2008 Justin Mychals Child Cancer Benefit.  Held on the lawn between T-Bones on the Lake and the Buster Boyd Access area, the event will include music, silent auction, yard sale, and more. 

9/25 Thursday 9:30am, 11am, and 3:30pm - McElvey Center in York presents "The Boy Who Cried Wolf ", by the uproariously funny Porkchop Productions.  Resevations recommended.

9/25 Thursday 5:30-7:30pm - Lake Wylie Business After Hours, sponsored by and held at Mercedes Homes - Harpers Mill Town Homes off of Evergreen Road in Lake Wylie.

9/25-27 and Oct 3-4 7pm - Fort Mill Community Playhouse presents Neil Simon's classic "Plaza Suite", and adult comedy.  dinner is served at 7pm, followed by the performance at 8pm.

9/26 Friday 5:30-9:30pm - The Bug Ball at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, a family friendly fundraiser previewing the Garden's six-week butterfly event.  The Bug Ball will feature live butterfly releases, entertainment, and special food & drinks throughout the evening.

9/26 Friday 7pm - Opening night at SCarowinds, the annual Halloween fest at Carowinds.  Not for the faint of heart . . .  select nights thru 10/31. 

9/26-27 and Oct 3-4 7pm - "Visions of Art", a non-juried show with framed art and photography by local amateurs and professionals.  Held at the River Hills Country Club.

9/27 Saturday 11am - ? - Baxter Village Block Party!  Fort Mill, sponsored by Keller Williams Realty, Beef O'Brady's, Lowe's and Burn's Chevrolet.  Games, food, live music, fun for all.  Fundraiser event for the local Boys' & Girls' Club.

9/27 - 11/9 daily 9am-5pm- Something's a-flutter!  Butterflies by the thousand are at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, inside the Orchid Conservatory.  Delight yourself with these wonderful creatures!  Kicks off with the Fall Family Festival 9/27-28, 9am-3pm. Family oriented activites with games, obstacle course, face painting, music and dance performances.

Month of October 2008

10/2 Thursday - Lake Wylie Chamber Golf Tournament. Followed by Business after Golf, held at the River Hills Country Club, beginning at 5:30.

10/2 Thursday 6:30 - Allison Creek Bluegrass.  Shows are the first & third Thursday of each month, held in the gym at Allison Creek Presbyterian.  Concession stand open at 6:30, music begins at 7pm.  "Deeper Shade of Blue" is the featured entertainment.

10/2 Thursday 1pm-4pm - Photographing Butterflies at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, a workshop on how to capture images of these magnificent creatures using your digital SLR camera.  Register online for Photographing Butterflies.   

10/2 Thursday 6pm - Blues Festival Kickoff at the Dalton Gallery, Center for the Arts in Rock Hill.

10/3-10/4 7pm - Fort Mill Community Playhouse presents Neil Simon's classic "Plaza Suite", and adult comedy.  dinner is served at 7pm, followed by the performance at 8pm.

10/3-10/31 7pm - Continued fun at SCarowinds, the annual Halloween fest at Carowinds.  Not for the faint of heart . . .  select nights thru 10/31

10/3 Friday - Celebrate "Oktoberfest" in River Hills, food and music to benefit the Lake Wylie Rescue Squad.

10/3 Friday 4pm - Restaurant Crawl at Ayrsley!  From gourmet cuisine to casual dining, there's something for everyone.  Live music, entertainment, and a chance to sample a wide variety of food.  Meet at the Arysley Plaza.  Ticket information

10/4 Saturday 9am-12 - River Sweep. Join neighbors and others in the community to clean up the shorelines of Lake Wylie!  Lake Wylie Marinas and Boat Landing.

10/4 Saturday 9am-12noon - Digital SLR Photography Workshop at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Register online.   

10/4 - Huge yard sale at Allison Creek Preschool .  Neighbors and church pre-school unite to "recycle" clothes and household goods, with part of the proceeds to benefit Clover Area Assistance Center.  Anyone can participate in buying or selling.

10/4 thru 11/16 - Renaissance Festival, near Concord Mills.  Stage & street shows, costumes, music, comedy, jousting.  Yes, JOUSTING!  Games & rides, feasts and circus entertainment.  For directions & hours: Charlotte's Renaissance Festival

10/9 Thursday 8pm - Clover School District Auditorium Performing Arts Series features "Celtic Crossroads."  One of the best live music concerts to come from Ireland, seven instrumentalists perform Classical, Jazz, Bluegrass, and more.

10/10-10/12 - Charlotte Home Show at the Metrolina Expo Trade Center.

10/11 Saturday 11am-6pm - Belmont Fall Festival in the park!  Games, crafts, inflatables, family entertainment and food at Stowe Park in Belmont.

10/11 Saturday 9am-4pm - Fifth in a series of day trips exploring Wateree to Wylie, sponsored by the Culture & Heritage Museums. River Rambler Series.

10/11 Saturday 9am-12noon - Macro Photography at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.  Register online and improve your skills at extreme close-up photography.   

10/11 Saturday 4pm-8pm - Spaghetti Supper sponsored by the Clover High Choraliers.  This award-winning group (first in state!!) will sing as you sup.  Tickets available in advance or at the door. 

10/16 Thursday 6:30 - Allison Creek Bluegrass.  Shows are the first & third Thursday of each month, held in the gym at Allison Creek Presbyterian.  Concession stand open at 6:30, music begins at 7pm.  "Pinetucket" is the featured entertainment.

10/17 - Dinner and dance at the River Hills Country Club, raising funds for the Lake Wylie fireworks fund.  Contact the Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce for more information.

10/18 9am-5pm - Safe boating course, Lake Wylie Public Library.  Taught by a U.S. Coast Guard captain, Lighthouse Marine Service. 704-587-0325

10/18 Saturday 5:30-7:30pm - Lake Wylie Business After Hours, sponsored by and held at Carolina Hyundai near Carowinds.

10/21 Tuesday 7pm - Clover School District Auditorium Performing Arts Series features "The Fettucini Brothers ."  An absolute favorite act featuring juggling, comedy, dancing, spinning plates, and antics galore.

10/25 9am-1pm - Boat maintenance course, Boat Sales of Lake Wylie, 4046 Charlotte Hwy.   Registration required, Lighthouse Marine Service. 704-587-0325

10/25 - 10/26 9:30am-5pm - South Fork Colonial Day in Stowe Park, Belmont.  Battle re-enactments, colonial cooking, weapons demonstrations, games & music.  Colonial church service on Sunday morning. 

10/25 10am-4pm - 21st Annual Tega Cay Fall Festival at Runde Park.  A full day of food, fun, craft show, and entertainment. 

10/25 Saturday 11am-3pm - Fall Festival at River Gate featuring magic show, live music, cosutume contest, hay rides, and pumpkin decorating.  Located at the corner of Hwy 160 and Hwy 49.

10/25 Saturday 5pm-9pm - Belmont Halloween Festival in historical downtown!  Games, moon bounce, costume contest, candy & prizes.

10/26 Sunday 3pm - McElvey Center in York presents "War Bonds: The Songs and Letters of WWII ".  Music interspersed with personal letters written on the battlefield.

10/31 Friday - "Boo-ha-ha" in downtown Rock Hill!