Christmas in Cornelius, skate party and holiday tea

Get ready to cheer on the Panthers today and then hit these events.

Toy Drive - Help our LGBT youth at Time Out Youth’s Holiday FUNdraiser. In lieu of a cover, please bring a donation for Time Out Youth. Some ideas are: Gift Cards (in any amount to fast food, Visa, Wal Mart, etc,) New Art Supplies, Unopened Snacks, Board/vVideo Games, Toiletries, New Make Up, Books, Tickets to Carowinds or a monetary donation. There will be Smirnoff Vodka Specials and Weyerbacher Brewery Specials! Most of the proceeds from these drinks will go directly to Time Out Youth. Live music after the Panthers game. Hattie's Tap & Tavern, 2918 The Plaza.

Don't Forget

Fancy Dinner - Chefs from five high-end restaurants have teamed up for Sous Chef Sunday Supper. The chefs will prepare a five-course plated dinner with an optional wine pairing.  The menu will focus on fresh, local ingredients, and will be a culinary night to remember. $65 per person with a $28 optional wine pairing, cocktail reception & passed hors d'oevres. Tickets.

Family Fun - Shop from 60 local artists and craftsmen and find one-of-a-kind items at Christmas in Cornelius. The event will also feature live entertainment, food trucks, kids activities, and more. 1 p.m. Oak Street Mill, 19725 Oak St, Cornelius

Holiday Shopping - Shop for gifts from Charlotte boutiques and then take a break for tea, sandwiches, canapés, scones and sweets at Holiday Tea & Shopping At The Duke Mansion. 2 - 4 p.m. Food The Duke Mansion, 400 Hermitage Rd  $35 per adult, $15 per child ages 5 to 12. Details.

Skate Party - Bring your skates and your dance moves to Roll Bounce. Kate’s Roller Skating Rink, 15400 Independence Boulevard.

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