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
Give the gift of good health! Breastmilk donations are accepted at the Knox Public Health’s Mother’s Milk Bank. Drop locations will be provided. For more information on how to become a donor, call 740-392-2200.
WHERE: TBA
WHEN: TBA
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.
Saturday, Dec. 19
Join the Roberts Funeral Home for a virtual holiday service in honor of your loved ones with music and inspirational messages. The event is prerecorded and will be streamed on the Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens Facebook page today only. No login credentials are required.
WHERE: Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens Facebook
WHEN: Beginning at 11 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
Celebrate the sunrise on the shortest day of the year via a one-mile meditation walk at the Solstice Stroll: Labyrinth Walk. Brown Family Meditation Center Manager Noelle Jordan will provide an overview.
WHERE: Kokosing Gap Trail gravel lot on Laymon Road
WHEN: 7-8:30 a.m.
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.
Watch "Dreamgirls: The Virtual Concert Experience" online. Tickets can be purchased by going to www.RenTickets.org or by contacting the Renaissance Box Office at 419-522-2726.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: Streaming available midnight to 11:59 p.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.
Watch "Dreamgirls: The Virtual Concert Experience" online thanks to Mansfield's Renaissance Performing Arts. The show is part of the Park National Bank Broadway Series. Tickets can be purchased by going to www.RenTickets.org or by contacting the Renaissance Box Office at 419-522-2726.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: Streaming available midnight to 11:59 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 30
Watch "Dreamgirls: The Virtual Concert Experience" online thanks to Mansfield's Renaissance Performing Arts. The show is part of the Park National Bank Broadway Series. Tickets can be purchased by going to www.RenTickets.org or by contacting the Renaissance Box Office at 419-522-2726.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: Streaming available midnight to 11:59 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 6
Watch "Dreamgirls: The Virtual Concert Experience" online thanks to Mansfield's Renaissance Performing Arts. The show is part of the Park National Bank Broadway Series. Tickets can be purchased by going to www.RenTickets.org or by contacting the Renaissance Box Office at 419-522-2726.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: Streaming available midnight to 11:59 p.m.
