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
Drop by the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County and pick up your free pumpkin craft bag. Available on a first-come, first-serve basis and are limited.
WHERE: 201 N Mulberry St, Mt Vernon
WHEN: Whole day
The Conscious Discipline for Parent is a six-week interactive education series hosted by the Parent Support Initiative to help teach important parenting skills of assertiveness, encouragement, empathy, choices, positive intent and consequences. A $10 child care reimbursement is available each week for parents who want to hire someone to watch over their children and focus on the session. A $5 gift card will also be given each night to all attendees. Parents who will be completing all six sessions will receive a $500 Walmart gift card. Register by calling 740-393-6985.
WHERE: Zoom
WHEN: 6-7 p.m., every Wednesday until Dec. 2
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.
Stay organized throughout the holidays by joining the Bullet Journaling for the Holidays with Katie. This virtual program is sponsored by the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County. Supplies are available for free and on a first-come, first-serve basis.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: 6:30 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.
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.
Join the New Directions Book Club. They will be reading “No Visible Bruises” by Rachel Louise for the Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Register at http://ow.ly/BkmI50Brfox.
WHERE: Zoom
WHEN: 3-4 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.
The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County will hold a What Are You Reading? podcast. The program will be hosted by Christie and Katie with special guest Monica Smith.
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
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. to 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.
Support local businesses and fall in love with downtown Mount Vernon at the Fall Merchants’ Market.
WHERE: Downtown Mount Vernon
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m
Mount Vernon Community Churches will be holding a Trunk-or-Treat event.
WHERE: Riverside Park, Mount Vernon
WHEN: 4-7 p.m.
New Life Church is holding a Trunk-or-Treat event. For more information, visit newlifenaz.net.
WHERE: 665 Harcourt Drive, Mount Vernon
WHEN: 2-4 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 kid's 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.
Friday, Nov. 6
The Knox County Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Opportunity Knox Employment Center and OhioMeansJobs Knox County presents Opportunities in Knox County. The 90-minute webinars will be hosted by Kelly Carey and Brandy Booth. Register at https://knoxcountyoh.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/4812.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: 9 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 to 1 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 5
Experience the beauty of the season with a stroll through more than 600 luminaries and listen or sing a long with small caroling groups during Candles & Carols. Social distancing measures will be in place. Masks are required when you cannot maintain a distance of 6 feet or greater. This event is in memory of Mr. Dick Murray and is sponsored by Murray, Rauzi, Kidwell, & Cunningham.
WHERE: Ariel-Foundation Park
WHEN: 5:30-7 p.m.