CORNELIUS – The seventh annual Big Day on the Lake, the annual event that gives disadvantaged children an opportunity to spend a day enjoying Lake Norman, is asking for boaters to volunteer their time and their vessels. Organizers had 15 registered boats last week, but hope to reach 100 for the event.

Big Day on the Lake benefits the Big Brothers and Big Sisters program and features a number of events for the kids, including bounce houses and slide, a picnic and boating. Organizers expect about 140 kids to participate this year.

This year’s Big Day on the Lake takes place July 16, and boat registration will continue until July 5.

For more information or to register, visit www.bigdayatthelake-lkn.com.