Ongoing
Knox Public Health has posted a notice on vaccine availability that will be updated regularly as conditions change. Ohio is in Phase 2, with vaccine eligibility now for those 16 and older. The Health Department asks those who qualify to send an email to info@knoxhealth.com indicating name, age and phone number; unless they have done so already. Visit gettheshot.coronavirus.ohio.gov to check eligibility and available sites — one of which will be the Knox County Health Department conference room from 1 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 5. The Wednesday clinics at the Mount Vernon Energy Fieldhouse have been discontinued, but Knox Public Health will be starting a mobile clinic instead.
WHERE: KnoxHealth.com
WHEN: Ongoing
SNAP-Ed is now providing virtual programming to eligible audiences! Knox County SNAP-Ed staff member Tanner Cooper-Risser will be providing a virtual series called "Eating for the Health of it" with Opportunity Knox. We will be discussing tips on making healthy food choices and ways to save money while still following a healthy lifestyle. Interested in joining or want to schedule a virtual program for your agency? Contact Tanner at cooper-risser.1@osu.edu or 740-326-5074 to learn more information! Stay safe and stay healthy.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: Thursdays, 9 a.m.
United Way of Knox County Ohio Inc. is offering free tax-preparation assistance for those earning up to $56,000 a year. Staffed by IRS-certified volunteers, these sessions are by appointment only and offer limited evening and weekend availability.
WHERE: Call 740-397-5721 for an appointment and details
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday
The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County will be hosting Freewrite Fridays in April for #KnoxWrites, with fun raffle prizes available for participants. #KnoxWrites Camp NaNoWriMo asks writers to pledge 50,000 words before April 30 but is open for any type of creative writing and for any author age 12 and up. Registration is free at nanowrimo.org/writing-groups/knoxwrites-camp-nanowrimo-2021. For more information, contact Development & Writing Program manager Jamie Lyn Smith-Fletcher at knoxwrites1@gmail.com.
WHERE: Zoom
WHEN: Fridays, noon – 1 p.m.
Saturday, May 1
Mount Vernon Farmers Market.
WHERE: Public Square
WHEN: 9 a.m. to noon
Monday, May 3
The 2021 Danville Lions Club Raccoon Dinner will be a drive-thru carryout meal featuring raccoon, mashed potatoes and gravy, dressing, green beans and cookie. For those who travel from far away, limited seating is available approximately two blocks away at the Knights of Columbus building. Meal cost is $13, and proceeds will be used to assist the Doug Neely family. For information, call 740-507-3898 or go to the Danville Lions Raccoon Dinner Facebook page.
WHERE: St. Luke's Community Center, Danville
WHEN: 4:30 p.m.
Knox Public Health walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinic.
WHERE: Bladensburg Community Center
WHEN: 5–7 p.m.
Wednesday, May 5
The Fredericktown Community Blood Drive with the Red Cross. Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information.
WHERE: Board of Education gym, 117 Columbus Road, Fredericktown
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Mount Vernon Fire Department will be holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new patio addition provided by the Knox County Career Center's service project.
WHERE: 200 W. Gambier St.
WHEN: 12:20 p.m.
Friday, May 7
Come out, enjoy the fun and explore all of what Danville and the library have to offer at the Ladies Night Out. There will be a raffle and library freebies to give away, plus information on library services and upcoming events.
WHERE: Danville Public Library
WHEN: 5–8 p.m.
Saturday, May 8
Toni Morrell and David Dial will perform their nostalgic multimedia show, "The Legendary Ladies of Hollywood." For show and ticket information, visit thewoodward.org or call 740-263-6737.
WHERE: The Woodward Opera House, 107 S. Main St., Mount Vernon
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, May 9
Toni Morrell and David Dial will perform their nostalgic multimedia show, "The Legendary Ladies of Hollywood." For show and ticket information, visit thewoodward.org or call 740-263-6737.
WHERE: The Woodward Opera House, 107 S. Main St., Mount Vernon
WHEN: 2 p.m.
Thursday, May 13
At the KCCC Student Visitation Night, current high school sophomores and juniors will have the chance to meet with KCCC instructors, learn more about specific programs such as JROTC, visit with school counselors and apply to KCCC. To schedule an appointment, go to knoxcc.org under "What's Happening" on the main page and click on "Student Visitation Night." Spots are limited, so register early if possible.
WHERE: KCCC
WHEN: 5–7 p.m.
Saturday, May 15
Kids to Parks Day, the national day of outdoor play, will be celebrated in Mount Vernon with a free event featuring booths, activities and prizes. Supported by United Way of Knox County, other organizations participating in this event include Ariel-Foundation Park, the Knox Head Start Parent Support Initiative, Knox Public Health, Help Me Grow, SPI: Science Playspace Initiative, Knox Community Hospital, the Public Library of Mount Vernon & Knox County, Mental Health and Recovery for Licking and Knox Counties, MTVarts, Knox Recycling, the Teen Advisory Council, Round Hill Dairy, Wild Earth Herbals and more.
WHERE: The Lakes at Ariel-Foundation Park
WHEN: 10 a.m. – noon
Thursday, May 27
Save the date for the Knox County Chamber of Commerce Spring Swing Golf Scramble. Contact Debbie at programs@knoxchamber.com if interested in sponsoring the event.
WHERE: Chapel Hill Golf Course
WHEN: Registration at 8 a.m., shotgun start at 9 a.m.
Monday, May 31
Deadline for 4–H members with livestock projects to sign up for quality assurance at knox.osu.edu/program-areas/4-h-youth-development/knox-county-junior-fair.
WHERE: Online
WHEN: All day