Saturday, Oct. 17
In an effort to extend availability to the citizens of Mount Vernon, the 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
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.
Trunk-or-Treat at the Fredericktown United Methodist Church is going to be a drive-through this year.
WHERE: Stadium Drive, behind the home bleachers and in front of the school
WHEN: 2-4 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.
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 with 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.
Join the Knox County Park District in their third annual Barktoberfest. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the Barktoberfest has gone virtual! The public is invited to participate by submitting an entry in the Dog Costume Contest. Entries can be obtained by visiting the Knox County Park District website at www.knoxcountyparks.org, and click on the Events tab to locate the contest.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: Entries must be received by Oct. 22 and will go live for votes on Oct. 23 through Oct. 30 on the Park District Facebook page.
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.
Knox County resident Steve Feazel, who coauthored "The Three Cs that Made America Great: Christianity, Capitalism and the Constitution" with former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, will be having a book-signing.
WHERE: Gospel Christian Life Shop, 117 S. Main St., Mount Vernon
WHEN: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Ariel-Foundation Park's Halloween Hootenanny will have local musicians, storytellers, photo opportunities and a scavenger hunt for guests to enjoy. The park is encouraging guests to stagger their arrival times in order to limit crowd size. Last names starting with A-F arrive at 4 p.m., G-M at 4:20 p.m., N-S at 4:40 p.m. and T-Z at 5 p.m. Protective facial masks are required when appropriate social distancing isn't possible. If there is inclement weather, the event will be canceled.
WHERE: Ariel-Foundation Park, The Lakes
WHEN: 4-6 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.
Mount Vernon City Council member Tanner Salyers is bringing “Never Again?” to The Woodward Opera House for a public film screening. “Never Again?” is a feature-length documentary about the horrors of anti-Semitism and the power of survival and redemption. Viewers will go on a journey with a Holocaust survivor into the depths of darkness and surface in the light. Due to COVID-19, masks are required in the building at all times except when eating or drinking. Tickets are $15; seating is limited. A menu of items from Amato’s Pizza will be available throughout the evening; cost not included in admission fee. Parties of four or more will be seated at tables; parties of three or less will be seated in the balcony. For details and tickets, visit www.thewoodward.org or call 740-263-6737.
WHERE: 107 S. Main St., Mount Vernon
WHEN: 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.
Saturday, Oct. 31
The Fredericktown First Presbyterian Church is holding its annual Election Day Turkey Dinner. The cost is $9 per dinner and is carry-out only. Orders may be placed by calling or texting 419-560-8837 before Oct. 31.
WHERE: 17 S. Main St., Fredericktown
WHEN: Pick-up is 4-6 p.m. Nov. 3
The Knox County Park District will hold a drive-by donation drop-off at Wolf Run Regional Park. This event benefits the Knox Animal Shelter and the needs they have for those dogs up for adoption. Donors are asked to bring a box of Milk-Bone Dog Treats or Pedigree Dentastix as a donation to the Dogs of Knox and their partnership with the Knox County Animal Shelter.
WHERE: 17621 Yauger Road, Mount Vernon
WHEN: 10 a.m. - noon
Join the Knox County Park District for Pumpkins in the Park at Wolf Run Regional Park. This event will feature carved pumpkins illuminating the Storybook Trail on a fall night hike through the park. The public is invited to attend as well as participate by creating a carved pumpkin relating to a storybook character or book title for the display. To submit an entry, visit the Knox County Park District website at www.knoxcountyparks.org and click on the Events tab. The deadline for entries is Oct. 29. Drop-off for the pumpkins will be Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. - noon. On Nov. 1, the public is invited to vote on their favorite pumpkin as the Knox County Park District showcases all pumpkin entries on their Facebook page. Winners will be announced on Nov. 2. Facial coverings and social distancing on the trails will be required during the event.
WHERE: 17621 Yauger Road, Mount Vernon
WHEN: 6-9 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.
Tuesday, Nov. 3
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, Nov. 5
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.
Tuesday, Nov. 10
Applications to participate in the controlled goose hunt on Nov. 17 and Nov. 20 are due at the Mount Vernon Parks Department.
WHERE: 1700 Delaware Road, Mount Vernon
WHEN: 3:30 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, Nov. 12
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.
Tuesday, Nov. 17 and Friday, Nov. 20
Controlled goose hunt at Ariel-Foundation Park. Only hunters who applied and were accepted for the hunt are eligible to participate.
WHERE: 10 Pittsburgh Ave., Mount Vernon
WHEN: 30 minutes before sunrise - 1 p.m.
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