Wednesday, Sept. 16
A representative from the Attorney General’s Office will share how to avoid fraud, scams and identity theft via a prerecorded presentation through the Virtual Brown Bag Chat.
WHERE: Facebook
WHEN: Noon-1 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 17
A virtual Youth Storytime will be hosted by the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County every Tuesday and Thursday.
WHERE: YouTube channel and Facebook
WHEN: Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10-10:30 a.m.
Saturday, Sept. 19
In support of the former and current foster youth, the Northeast Ohio Adoption Services (NOAS) is encouraging everyone to participate in the inaugural Virtual Do It For The Kids - Run/Bike/Walk. The activity can be done anytime and anywhere safe to run, bike or walk; but following proper social distancing. Individual registration costs $20, $50 for family and $100 for business/group over 10. To join, visit secure.qgiv.com/for/runbikewalkforthekids.
WHEN: Anytime within Sept. 19-20
Tuesday, Sept. 22
The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology and the Public Library of Mount Vernon will host The Works@Home, a program to help families keep learning while staying at home. Works@Home mini-kits are free and available at the front of The Public Library of Mount Vernon. Other in-depth and affordable kits are available at www.attheworks.org/summer.
WHERE: 201 N. Mulberry St.
WHEN: 10 a.m-noon
A Fall Equinox Labyrinth Stroll will be held at the Kokosing Gap Trail Parking Lot to celebrate the first day of autumn. Individuals, groups or families can join but are required to observe social distancing.
WHERE: Kokosing Gap Trail Parking Lot on Laymon Road
WHEN: 4:30-6 p.m.
A virtual Youth Storytime will be hosted by the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County every Tuesday and Thursday.
WHERE: YouTube channel and Facebook
WHEN: Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10-10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 23
Writers age 18 and above can join the Authors Anonymous virtual meetup and discuss the craft and projects, and provide feedback and share opportunities. Literary and Writing manager Jamie Lynn will host the session. Registration is required. Please contact Jamie Lynn at knoxwrites1@gmail.com
WHERE: Virtual meeting
WHEN: Every Wednesday, 7-8 p.m. through Dec. 9
Library Labsters will host science videos mixed with comic relief, storytime and cooking on their YouTube channel. Reading with the Woodland Creatures will be shared for the day.
WHERE: YouTube
WHEN: Every second and fourth Wednesday, 1-1:30 p.m.
MTVarts is offering a one-on-one eight-week audition workshop with actor, coach and singer Courtney Decosky. The workshop is available for ages 13 and up and costs $80 per 8-week session (discounted from $100). To register and select a time, contact courtneydecosky@gmail.com or call 323-793-3207.
WHERE: Warehouse14, 14 E. Ohio Ave.
WHEN: Wednesdays and Thursdays until Nov. 11
Thursday, Sept. 24
Learn how to use a bullet journal to avoid debt, save money and track finances. Limited supplies are free and available at the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County. The tutorial will be shared on YouTube and www.knox.net.
WHERE: Website and YouTube
WHEN: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
A virtual Youth Storytime will be hosted by the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County every Tuesday and Thursday.
WHERE: YouTube channel and Facebook
WHEN: Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10-10:30 a.m.
Thursday, Oct. 1
A virtual Youth Storytime will be hosted by the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County every Tuesday and Thursday.
WHERE: YouTube channel and Facebook
WHEN: Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10-10:30 a.m.
Sunday, Oct. 4
Knox County Citizens For Change will be holding a Justice For Victims of Sexual Assault protest. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/events/2767656803456092/.
WHERE: Mount Vernon Town Square
WHEN: Noon
Knox Foodies is hosting a Food Truck Rally in collaboration with Central Ohio Food Truck Association (COFTA) and Ariel-Foundation Park. The event will feature up to 20 food trucks from Knox and surrounding counties. Customers will need to order either online on your computer/laptop (www.streetfoodfinder.com/ArielFoundationPark) or through the Street Food Finder app on your phone/tablet. Pre-ordering can begin four days in advance of the event but no later than 45 minutes in advance.
WHERE: Ariel-Foundation Park
WHEN: Noon-5 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 24
The Mount Vernon Music and Arts Festival invites creative individuals who can develop life-size and ghost-like figures with flowing gowns made from chicken wire to join the Halloween Hootenanny. Others may also participate in the pumpkin carving and decorating show. To register, contact Joseph Bell at mvmaf20@gmail.com.
WHERE: Ariel-Foundation Park
WHEN: 4-6 p.m.
