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. For more information about COVID-19 vaccination in Knox County, call 740-392-2200. Residents who have already received their first shot can also register at ohiovaxamillion.com to be entered in to win prizes based on their age bracket.
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.
Knox County families with children age 18 and under — and pregnant moms — can take advantage of the Fruit & Vegetable Coupon Program, a program from the Ohio Nutrition Incentive Network. Eligible families can sign up at the Mount Vernon Public Square to receive a Fruit & Vegetable Coupon booklet worth $40 to use. Look for the Produce Perks tent. Recipients must meet income guidelines and be U.S. citizens.
WHERE: Mount Vernon Farmers Market, Public Square
WHEN: 9 a.m. to noon every Saturday through June
Saturday, May 22
KPH vaccination clinic offering Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines; Pfizer for those 12 and up, J&J for 18 and up. Anyone 12–17 years of age will need a parent or guardian present to receive the Pfizer vaccine.
WHERE: Mount Vernon Farmers Market, Public Square
WHEN: 9–11 a.m.
Paddle For Heroes is hosting their third annual 5k and Adventure Race. Participants can join in-person for either event or register today at paddleforheroesmidwest.org. The event consists of two races: the 5k Run/Walk and the Adventure Race. The Adventure Race consists of a 5k run and 1.5k paddleboard race. There will be some additional obstacles to make it even more fun and challenging, but participants are welcome to run or walk and bring their furry friends too.
WHERE: Ariel-Foundation Park, Kiwanis Pavilion
WHEN: 9:30–11 a.m.
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.
Sunday, May 30
The Knox Community Jazz Orchestra will be giving a free concert to kick off Ariel-Foundation Park's 2021 concert season.
WHERE: Ariel-Foundation Park, Schnormeier Event Center
WHEN: 6–9 p.m.
Free 30-minute bagpipe concert at sunset comprised of Scottish tunes and marches as well as some familiar hymns and patriotic songs will be provided by one of three Knox County pipers: Ginny Cameron, Mark Hedge or Gary McCutcheon.
WHERE: Ariel-Foundation Park, the red bridge on the central lake
WHEN: 8:30 p.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
Wednesday, June 2 – Friday, July 30
Mount Vernon City Schools will participate in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex or disability; and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. All sites will be serving grab-and-go breakfast and lunch.
WHERE: Mount Vernon High School, Knox County Learning Center, Pleasant Street Elementary and Dan Emmitt Elementary
WHEN: 11 a.m. – noon, Monday – Friday
Thursday, June 3
Local Lodge 90, Cooper-Rolls-Siemens retirees breakfast.
WHERE: R&M Southside Diner
WHEN: 8 a.m.
Sunday, June 6
Free 30-minute bagpipe concert at sunset comprised of Scottish tunes and marches as well as some familiar hymns and patriotic songs will be provided by one of three Knox County pipers: Ginny Cameron, Mark Hedge or Gary McCutcheon.
WHERE: Ariel-Foundation Park, the red bridge on the central lake
WHEN: 8:30 p.m.
Friday, June 11
The Station Break Senior Center will be hosting a "Fish Fry Drive-Thru" Fundraiser. The funds raised will go toward an outdoor courtyard and activity area. Meals, $10 each, consist of beer-battered fish, fries, cole slaw, hush puppies and dessert. Delivery is available to businesses only, for orders of five meals or more pre-ordered by 2 p.m. on June 10 to meredith@stationbreak.org.
WHERE: The Station Break, 160 Howard St., Mount Vernon
WHEN: 5–7 p.m.
