Grease: The Musical
Experience the energy and excitement of Grease: The Musical at The Woodward Opera House in Mount Vernon, Ohio, presented by MTVarts. Running from July 10 through July 19, 2026, this beloved production brings audiences back to Rydell High’s class of 1959 with unforgettable characters, lively performances, and a soundtrack filled with classic rock ’n’ roll hits. Featuring popular songs such as “Summer Nights,” “Greased Lightnin’,” and “We Go Together,” the show captures the spirit of friendship, romance, and teenage life. Performances are scheduled on select evenings at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m., offering several opportunities for audiences to enjoy this timeless musical and its memorable songs and entertaining stage performances.
Free Family Movie Night series - Jurassic Park
Join family and friends for a fun evening at the Free Family Movie Night series featuring Jurassic Park on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 8 p.m. at Ariel-Foundation Park in Mount Vernon, Ohio. Presented by the City of Mount Vernon, this outdoor screening invites guests to experience Steven Spielberg’s legendary dinosaur adventure on the big screen beneath the night sky. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and loved ones for a memorable evening of entertainment and community fun. Hosted at the iconic Schnormeier Event Center within Ariel-Foundation Park, the event is part of a five-movie series running from early summer through late autumn. Residents and visitors alike can enjoy this free opportunity to relax outdoors and create lasting family memories together.
Monday, July 13
Senior Life "God Bless America" Dinner
WHEN: 6-7:30 p.m.
WHERE: New Life Church, 665 Harcourt Road, Greenhouse Activity Room, Mount Vernon
Tuesday, July 14
Business Boost Networking Event
WHEN: 9 a.m.
WHERE: The Woodward Opera House, 107 S. Main St., Mount Vernon
Nerf Wars
WHEN: 10-11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Greenhouse: Activity Room, Mount Vernon
Paint a Kindness Rock
WHEN: 3-5 p.m.
WHERE: Fredericktown Community Library, 1 Burgett Drive, Fredericktown
Fredericktown Family Storytime with Miss Cindy
WHEN: 3:45-4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Fredericktown Community Library, 1 Burgett Drive, Fredericktown
Mount Vernon Lions Club Meeting
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: Mulberry Church, 205 N. Mulberry St., Mount Vernon
Wednesday, July 15
Yoga in the Garden-Hatha with Mandy
WHEN: 6:30-7:15 p.m.
WHERE: Brown Family Environmental Center, 9781 Laymon Road, Gambier
Thursday, July 16
Fairy House Trail
WHEN: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Brown Family Environmental Center, 9781 Laymon Road, Gambier
Fredericktown Storytime with Miss Chrissy
WHEN: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Fredericktown Community Library, 1 Burgett Drive, Fredericktown
Knox County Conversations- July Edition Ohio Gathers
WHEN: Noon-1 p.m.
WHERE: Public Library of Mount Vernon & Knox County, 201 N. Mulberry St., Mount Vernon
Reiki, Mindfulness and a Peaceful Walk
WHEN: 4:45-5:45 p.m.
WHERE: Brown Family Environmental Center, 9781 Laymon Road, Gambier
Friday, July 17
Christmas in July Stuff the Bus
WHEN: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
WHERE: Walmart Mount Vernon, 1575 Coshocton Ave., Mount Vernon
Front Porch Concert Series - July
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: E. High St., Mount Vernon
Live at The Pub - Summer Concert Series 2026 - Fluid State
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: The Pub, 22001 Coshocton Road, Howard
Reggae at Flappers!
WHEN: 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Flappers Bar & Grille, 15 W. High St., Mount Vernon
Saturday, July 18
Sip & Stitch
WHEN: 10 a.m.-Noon
WHERE: Happy Bean, 221 S. Main St., Mount Vernon
PRICE: $3
Family Nature Quest: All About Turtles!
WHEN: 10 a.m.-Noon
WHERE: Brown Family Environmental Center, 9781 Laymon Road, Gambier
Sip & Shop at Moss Rose
WHEN: Noon-6 p.m.
WHERE: Moss Rose, 109 W. Ohio Ave., Mount Vernon
Live at The Pub - Summer Concert Series 2026 - Stop, Drop & Roll
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: The Pub, 22001 Coshocton Road, Howard
Sunday, July 19
B-ONE BBQ in Mt. Vernon at Shoe Sensation
WHEN: 11 a.m.
WHERE: Shoe Sensation, 1005 Coshocton Ave., Mount Vernon
Prayer Gathering
WHEN: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
WHERE: New Life Church, Mount Vernon
