Through Dec. 11
The KCCC Basket Auction to benefit Food For Fines is online this year.
WHERE: knoxcountycareercenterbaskets.yolasite.com
WHEN: Through Dec. 11
Through Dec. 9
Donate to Food For The Hungry and enter to win a gift card to your favorite coffee shop during the Battle of the Coffee Shops. A dollar or more donated at a participating shop can provide one entry per day into the drawing for a gift card for that shop.
WHERE: The Blonde Robin, The Brickhouse Grind, Cotto’s Treats Bakery & Coffee House, Half Baked Cafe, Happy Bean Cafe, North Main Cafe and Wiggin Street Coffee.
WHEN: Through Dec. 9
Wednesday, Dec. 9
The Muskingum Valley Council of Boy Scouts of America will be honoring community leaders from Mount Vernon and four other communities who best exemplify a Scout’s commitment to "Do a Good Turn Daily." As part of their recognition, a $250 donation will be made to the charity of their choice in hopes of creating even more "good turns." Funds raised from the virtual event will support local Scouting programs as they prepare new generations of servant-leaders.
WHERE: Virtual presentation, www.muskingumvalleycouncil.com
WHEN: 6:30 p.m. or on-demand after Dec. 9
Thursday, Dec. 10
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, Dec. 12
Food For The Hungry's Fire and Ice program is changing venues this year due to the pandemic. The drive-through event will accept nonperishable food items and monetary donations.
WHERE: Wolf Run Regional Park, 17621 Yauger Road, Mount Vernon; and Millwood Church of Christ, 10900 Millersburg Road, Howard
WHEN: 5-8 p.m.
Grab some hot cocoa, pack your family in your car, turn up the Christmas music and take a drive around town to admire the entries in Mount Vernon's 2020 Festival of Lights. Maps will be available at the following link beginning Dec. 10: https://fb.me/e/ZvTRYE7x. After you view the displays, visit facebook.com/mainstreetmountvernon to vote for your favorite light displays in each category by 'liking' the pictures.
WHERE: Main Street, Mount Vernon
WHEN: 5:30-7 p.m.
Knox Foodies is taking donations for “Foodies Feeding Families” to support Interchurch Social Services of Knox County. You can donate canned vegetables, canned fruits, boxed stuffing, instant potatoes and gravy! Drop them off at one of the donation boxes.
WHERE: Eastend Nutrition Studio, Everlasting Cup, The Bad Apple Pub, Road Hog Willy’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q, Mount Vernon Grand Hotel, The Hive Adult Day Service, KB Tire and Auto, and Absolute Love Learning Center
WHEN: All day
Tuesday, Dec. 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.
Wednesday, Dec. 16
The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County is having a holiday book giveaway! Just drop by the circulation desk at the main library and ask for a giveaway bag. Available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
WHERE: 201 N. Mulberry St., Mount Vernon
WHEN: All day
Thursday, Dec. 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.
Monday, Dec. 21
Snowmen from the Snowman Decorating Contest will be on display at The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County’s main library.
WHERE: Youth Services floor, 201 N. Mulberry St., Mount Vernon
WHEN: Until Jan. 1
Tuesday, Dec. 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.
Friday, Jan. 1
This year's First Day Hike will be a self-guided walk due to the pandemic. A map will be handed out with a specific route. Different stations throughout the park will be featured wherein volunteers will provide historical, natural and interesting stories about an area. This event is free; but no lunch will be provided this year, only bottled water. There will also be a bonfire where walkers can warm up before and after their walk.
WHERE: Ariel-Foundation Park
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 23
Watch the Central Ohio Youth Ballet perform “The Nutcracker." Call 740-263-6737 or visit thewoodward.org for ticket purchases.
