Thursday, April 13
Claire Fraise will present an author reading and signing. Fraise began her undergraduate studies as a creative writing major at Kenyon College, where she got the idea for her supernatural thriller series, "They Stay." "They Return," the third book in the series, follows the mystery of a missing kid, a girl who sees ghosts and a horrifying crime only four outcasts have the power to stop. Set in small-town Ohio, the real horrors for these kids are domestic abuse, addiction, foster care and absent parents — not the ghosts they meet. A portion of the book sales will be donated to New Directions Treatment Center in Ohio.
WHERE: Kenyon College Bookstore, 106 Gasking Ave., Gambier
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
Friday, April 14
Kenyon College Opera and Music Theater Workshop Spring Performance. This event is free and open to the public.
WHERE: Brandi Recital Hall in Storer Hall, 105 College Dr., Gambier
WHEN: 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 15
Celebrate Earth Day with a unique multimedia science and music experience. Sarah Goslee Reed’s original songs ask questions, challenge us and inspire us to do and be better in our relationships with one another and our Earth home. JD Stillwater’s revelations and insights from science do this too! Together, they make for an integrated experience that will move your body, mind and spirit toward a new, more sustainable way of being human. A one-time-only event not available anywhere else, so don’t miss it! Pre-paid ticket required: $25. Reserve your seat now by calling 740-427-5052, or send an email to jordan2@kenyon.edu.
WHERE: Brown Family Environmental Center, 9781 Laymon Rd., Gambier
WHEN: 2 p.m.
Sunday, April 16
Kenyon College Symphonic Wind Ensemble Spring Concert. This event is free and open to the public.
WHERE: Rosse Hall Auditorium, 105 College Dr., Gambier
WHEN: 3 p.m.
Friday, April 21 and Saturday, April 22
American Legion Post 257's Annual Variety Show, titled "Blame It On Our Roots." This is a fundraiser for the community, with tickets $5 for ages 7 and older; 6 and under are free. There will be no reserved seats. Tickets can be purchased at the door, cash or check only. For further information, call Janice Arman, show director, at 330-390-0098.
WHERE: Ohio Theatre, 156 N. Water St., Loudonville
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 6
The 2023 Mount Vernon Farmers Market will continue through Oct. 28. Local vendors offer locally grown fruits and vegetables, honey, flowers, baked goods, maple syrup and more.
WHERE: Mount Vernon Public Square
WHEN: Saturday mornings, 9 a.m. to noon
Join Paddle for Heroes for the 5th annual 5K. This event consists of a 5K Run/Walk that will take you through beautiful Ariel-Foundation Park. The course will be a combination of trail and road running. You can run or walk and bring your furry friends too. The Ohio Army National Guard will have an interactive static display. Register today at paddleforheroesmidwest.org.
WHERE: Ariel-Foundation Park
WHEN: 9 a.m.
Ongoing
Knox Public Health posted a notice regarding vaccine availability that will be updated regularly as conditions change. For more information about COVID-19 vaccination in Knox County, call 740-399-8008.
WHERE: KnoxHealth.com
WHEN: Ongoing
Do you have a passion for older adults in your community? Ombudsman Volunteers are the eyes and ears of the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. If you enjoy meeting new people and helping them understand their rights as nursing home and assisted living residents, the Ombudsman Program needs you as a volunteer advocate in your area!
WHERE: Contact Melissa Wilson at 567-247-6440 or mwilson@aaa5ohio.org.
WHEN: Ongoing
You Can Quit Tobacco cessation support group – an enrollment fee of $10 includes eight weeks of nicotine patches/gum/lozenges with counseling by a certified tobacco treatment specialist. Pre-registration is unnecessary; you can show up when you’re ready to quit. Individual cessation sessions are available when requested. Call 740-392-2200 or 740-504-0080 to speak with a tobacco treatment specialist.
TUESDAY: 10 a.m. in the Knox Community Hospital private dining room
THURSDAY: 6 p.m. at Knox Public Health
DKMM Solid Waste District electronics recycling. Contact Knox Co Recycling and Litter Prevention for more info at 740-393-6704. Fees include $20 per TV and $5 per computer monitor. Exact change requested.
WHERE: Gambier Community Center, 115 Meadow Ln., Gambier
WHEN: First Saturday of the month, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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