Wednesday, Oct. 14
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
The Brown Bag Chat Virtual Cooking Club will share a pre-recorded cooking session with Jennifer Calabretta. She will highlight recipes using pumpkins and also share a gluten-free, sugar-free option too.
WHERE: YouTube
WHEN: Noon-12:30 p.m.
As a Grow with Google Partner, the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County will be holding a special livestream for small businesses via the Sell Online This Holiday Season with E-Commerce Tools. A walkthrough on how to set up a Shopify store and how to list products on Google Merchant Center will be shared. Also, learn how to stand out online using the Local Opportunity Finder and Grow My Store. Workshop resources and the link to the livestream will be provided at https://community.grow.google/s/event/a0r1E00000Ci5V2/workshop-20201014.
WHERE: YouTube
WHEN: Noon-1 p.m.
The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County is offering limited 20-minute virtual sessions of KnoxWrites Writing Clinic. Register at https://www.knox.net/literary-writing or contact Jamie Lyn Smith-Fletcher at knoxwrites1@gmail.com.
WHERE: Google chat, Zoom, over the phone
WHEN: Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m. until Dec. 9
Writers age 18 and above can join the Authors Anonymous virtual meetup to discuss the craft and projects, 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: Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. through Dec. 9
Thursday, Oct. 15
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.
The American Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive at the Utica Church of Christ. All donors will be given a $5 Amazon gift card for giving back to those in need.
WHERE: Utica Church of Christ
WHEN: 1-7 p.m.
Veterans, employers and recruiters are invited to join the virtual Military Hire Briefing hosted by Military Hire and its alliance partners. Hear success stories and practical tips for veteran and military spouse employment. Register for free at https://bit.ly/MHOct15.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: Noon-1 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 16
The Exchange Club of Mount Vernon and Knox County, e-Merge Real Estate and other partners bring the Healing Field “Honoring Heroes in Our Lives” to Knox County once again. A total of 500 American flags will be placed in perfect symmetry for community viewing. Community members can honor their heroes by purchasing, donating or sponsoring a flag at https://www.healingfield.org/event/mountvernonoh20/.
WHERE: Ariel Park
WHEN: 10 a.m. Oct. 16 until 7 p.m. Oct. 19
Teen and adult volunteers can join the Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland’s Troop Core Camp Overnight event. Volunteers can help in leading activities such as hiking, outdoor skills, nature exploration and crafts.
WHERE: Camp Crooked Lane
WHEN: 5:30 p.m Oct. 16 until 4 p.m Oct. 17
Saturday, Oct. 17
In an effort to extend availability to the citizens of Mount Vernon, Vernon City Council will host a Virtual Coffee with Council. These sessions were started earlier this year to provide opportunities for residents to have face-to-face time with their elected council members. However, COVID-19 halted the practice until September when the virtual version was implemented. (Meeting ID: 840 6424 4234, Password: 462639, Call in: 1-929-205-6099)
WHERE: Zoom
WHEN: 9-9:30 a.m
The Teen Writing Program Virtual Generative Workshop partners with Breakbread Literacy for a series of writing workshops for young writers aged 13 to 19 in grades 7-12. It's a generative workshop where participants can meet a guest author and complete a writing prompt. A peer workshop will allow participants to get feedback from the group and will be held each session. Registration is free. For more information, contact Jamie Lyn Smith-Fletcher at knoxwrites1@gmail.com. Poetry with Shelley Wong will be presented for the week.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: 3-4 p.m.
Come join Velvet Ice Cream’s Block Party with Newark Rodders' Cruise-in and folk rock artist Barefoot McCoy. A magic show, balloon artist presentation, and the Utica Police Department will be doing a K9 demonstration. Kids and adults can also join the ice-cream-eating contest.
WHERE: 11324 Mount Vernon Road
WHEN: Noon-4 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 18
Please note: Masks will be required when you cannot maintain a distance of six feet or greater. Please bring your own chairs/blankets. Seating in the Park National Pavilion and Kiwanis Pavilion is prohibited at this time.
WHERE: Park National Bank Pavilion at the Ariel-Foundation Park
WHEN: 1-2 p.m.
Enjoy a variety of local musicians at stations around the central lake at Ariel-Foundation Park. Please note: Masks are required when you are unable to maintain six feet of distance or greater.
WHERE: Ariel-Foundation Park
WHEN: 4-5 p.m.
Autumn in the City is hosting authentic live entertainment as The Shuman Band performs original compositions and self-styled songs penned by other artists. Please bring your own chair/blankets and observe COVID-19 protocols.
WHERE: Park National Bank Pavilion, Ariel-Foundation Park
WHEN: 3-4 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 20
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.
Join Miss Nikki from the Zoomer’s Adventure Club for adventure stories. She will be sharing "Can You Survive A Zombie Apocalypse?" for the week. Register your child’s name and your email address in person or online via www.knox.net/children. A Zoom code will be sent after registration.
WHERE: Zoom meetings
WHEN: Every third Tuesday until Dec. 16, 4:30-5 p.m.
The Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland will be holding a virtual Brownie Engineering Challenge. Join their Make Zone program as they work on racecar designs for the challenge.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: 5:30-7 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 21
Understand the difference between social isolation and loneliness, identify tips to coping and managing loneliness, and review mindfulness meditation techniques at the Surmounting Social Isolation and Loneliness: Mindfulness Meditation webinar hosted by Military Families Learning Network. Visit https://militaryfamilieslearningnetwork.org/event/85650/ to join.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: 11 a.m.-noon
Thursday, Oct. 22
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.
Dinner, drinks and a paint party will be hosted by The Makery in partnership with the Woodward Opera House via the Girl’s Night Out with April and Taryn. Tickets are available for $37 (food and drinks not included in class price) and can be purchased at https://www.themakeryonmain.com/product-page/girls-night-out-dinner-drinks-and-paint-party.
WHERE: Woodward Opera House
WHEN: 6-8 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.
Knox County will be participating in the National Drug Take Back Day. KSAAT, in partnership with local law enforcement agencies, is pleased to sponsor this collection day for Knox County residents to dispose of their expired, unused or unwanted prescription medications safely. Drop-off locations in Knox County include: Knox County Health Department, Knox Community Hospital Medical Pavilion, Conway's Pharmacy in Danville, Centerburg Foster’s Pharmacy and the Fredericktown Police Department.
WHERE: Knox County Public Health Department, 11660 Upper Gilchrist Road, Mount Vernon
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland will be sharing how to set up for financial success and how to be smart with money via the virtual Financing On My Own.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: 11 a.m. to noon
A “For the Birds” drive-through event will be hosted by the Knox County Park District in partnership with the Knox Community Hospital’s Koko’s Kids Club. Activities such as bird feeding and watching can be enjoyed by all ages. Receive a backpack filled with bird activities for the entire family.
WHERE: Wolf Run Park, 17686 Yauger Road
WHEN: 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Sunday, Oct. 25
Families and troops can get to experience a spectacular afternoon full of adventure at the Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland Halloween Hike.
WHERE: Camp Ken-Jockety
WHEN: 1- 5:30 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 26
The Hospice of North Central Ohio, which includes a branch in Mount Vernon, will hold its 2020 Ruth Lindsey Charity Golf Outing at the Westbrook County Club.
Register by Oct. 16 to play and/or sponsor the HNCO's golf benefit. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/3135250053267528/.
WHERE: Westbrook Country Club
WHEN: 9 a.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 27
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, Oct. 28
Trunk or Treat at Centerburg Dental Care
WHERE: 3927 Columbus Road, Centerburg
WHEN: 5:30-7 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 29
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.
Friday, Oct. 30
Gantt Homes and The Hive are sponsoring a Trunk or Treat you will not want to miss! There will be fun, games and, of course, candy! Come and enjoy a safe place for your children to enjoy some Halloween fun.
WHERE: 113 W. Gambier St., Mount Vernon
WHEN: 3-5 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 1
Come meet some of the Monroe Township Fire Department personnel and enjoy a chicken dinner. The suggested donation is $10 for an adult meal and $5 for a kids' meal. Meals include chicken, potato salad, baked beans, roll and a cookie. Kids, come in your Halloween costume and get a treat bag. Due to COVID-19, we are asking that you stay in your vehicle. We will come to take your order and deliver it to you. All of our personnel will be wearing masks and gloves for your protection and ours. We will be accepting cash and credit/debit card.
WHERE: 13980 Wooster Road, Mount Vernon
WHEN: Noon-3 p.m.
