Wednesday, Sept. 2
The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County hosts a weekly radio show to share the latest information on best-sellers, music, movies, library system programs, history and other enjoyable facts and trivia.
WHERE: WMVO 1300 AM radio
WHEN: 10 a.m. every Wednesday
Deputy Chase Law and Det. Sgt. Dan Bobo will join the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County’s first Brown Bag Chat of the fall as guest speakers on "The Life of a Law Enforcement Officer."
WHERE: Facebook live
WHEN: Noon-1:30 p.m.
INFO: www.facebook.com/plmvkc
Youth Services librarians of the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County will show teens and elementary students how to create quick and simple videos using affordable items from the store or their houses.
WHERE: YouTube channel and Facebook
WHEN: 6-7 p.m., 1st and 3rd Wednesday monthly until Dec. 3
Thursday, Sept 3
A virtual Youth Storytime to be hosted by the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County every Tuesday and Thursday.
WHERE: YouTube channel and Facebook
WHEN: 10-10:30 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday
Saturday, Sept. 5
The Brickhouse Grind is hosting a Kids' Canvas class featuring a giraffe-themed project. Registration is required for this one-hour class and the cost is $15.
WHERE: 10 S. Main St., Fredericktown.
WHEN: 10 a.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 8
Elementary craft bags are available on a first-come, first-serve basis on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. This will be held until Dec 14.
WHERE: 201 N. Mulberry St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050, USA
WHEN: Monthly on the second and fourth Tuesday until Dec. 14
Grades 6-12 Teen craft bags pick-ups are available for free on a first-come, first-serve basis every Tuesday through the Youth Services. DIY Gecko keychains will be provided for the week.
WHERE: Youth Services floor, 201 N. Mulberry St., Mount Vernon, OH 43050, USA
WHEN: Every Tuesday
A variety of videos will be hosted by Teen Makerspace coordinators Morgan and Desiree through their YouTube channel. DIY Gecko keychain tutorial will be shared for the week.
WHERE: YouTube
WHEN: Every Tuesday, 4-4:30 p.m.
Paint, draw, or sketch at the BFEC! Bring your supplies, including a chair and/or easel, and spend the evening hours painting in a peaceful setting. This is a self-guided activity with like-minded artists. Check the door of the Resource Center for each evening's painting location. Canceled in the event of rain!!
WHERE: Brown Family Environmental Center.
WHEN: Every Tuesday through Oct. 20
Wednesday, Sept. 9
Library Labsters to host science videos mixed with comic relief, storytime, and cooking on their YouTube channel. Lakeside Storytime will be shared for the day.
WHERE: YouTube
WHEN: Every second and fourth Wednesdays, 1 p.m.
Writers age 18 and above can join Authors Anonymous virtual meetup and discuss the craft, projects, provide feedback and share opportunities. Literary and Writing manager Jamie Lynn will open the session.
WHERE: Virtual meeting
WHEN: Every Wednesday, 7-8 p.m. from Sept. 9 to Dec. 9
Saturday, Sept. 12
The Ohio Scenic Rivers Program is hosting its Virtual Mohican Crawdad Derby: Crawdad Hunt. Participants have until 6 p.m Friday, Sept. 11, to catch a crawdad, photograph and measure it, and email it to Carolyn.Mestemaker@dnr.state.oh.us. For more information about entry rules, visit Ohio State Parks on Facebook.
WHERE: Online via Microsoft Teams
WHEN: 10 a.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 16
Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland is hosting a virtual robot building party for girls in grades kindergarten to third. Registration is required at www.eventbrite.com/e/robot-building-party-tickets-117056074871.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: 6 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 17
Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland is hosting a virtual animal dance party for girls in grades kindergarten to third. Registration is required at www.eventbrite.com/e/animal-dance-party-tickets-117025086183.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 22
SNACK Inc. is partnering with Rascal Unit of Dublin for a low-cost spay/neuter day for cats. The cost is $35, which includes a rabies vaccine. Registration is required at https://snackohio.org/rascal-day.
WHERE: Fredericktown Vet Clinic, 156 Columbus Road
WHEN: By appointment.
