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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

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