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Bird Hike 5/5 8a
Hemlock Grove Picnic Area by the covered bridge. Mohican offers some of the most spectacular and rewarding birding in the area. From eagles, to warblers, to woodpeckers, take a hike with the birds for a wonderful start to the day. Bring Binoculars. 3 HRTrail is moderate
A Raisin in the Sun
by Lorraine Hansberry
Set on Chicago’s South Side, the plot revolves around the divergent dreams and conflicts within three generations of the Younger family: son Walter Lee, his wife Ruth, his sister Beneatha, his son Travis, and matriarch Lena. When her deceased husband’s insurance money comes through, Mama Lena dreams of moving to a new home and a better neighborhood in Chicago. Walter Lee, a chauffeur, has other plans: buying a liquor store and being his own man. Beneatha dreams of medical school. The tensions and prejudice they face form this seminal American drama. The Younger family’s heroic struggle to retain dignity in a harsh and changing world is a searing and timeless document of hope and inspiration.
First Friday presents Open Late Friday will host Ladies’ Night Out on Friday, May 3, in downtown Mount Vernon. This adult-only event will feature downtown businesses, restaurants, galleries, and more.
Coleman Family Gallery / galeriesuite – partnering with Williams Flower Shop. Vases will be on sale that night for $20, buy your vase and go to Williams Flower Shop and get a flower arrangement for your vase; perfect for Mother’s Day!
Crickets On South Main – Come browse a fabulous selection of antiques while enjoying decadent desserts and wine
Happy Bean – Enjoy free samples of their new milk-teas and gluten-free goodies
HER Mt. Vernon Community Office – Real Estate and Auctions – Real Estate and Auctions – are hosting Linda Oviatt Living Naturally to present: from houseplants to cleaners, what’s safe and what’s toxic in your home.
Kudos Art Co-op – savory starters to compliment Crickets on S. Main’s decadent desserts. Kudos will also serve wine, great art, and good fun!
Main Street Makers Market – grand opening, including handcrafted and Ohio made items. They will be celebrating ladies night with balloons, free make and take craft, tons of door prizes, cupcakes, and more!
The Makery:: Yarn/Thread/Craft/Lounge will be celebrating their 1 year anniversary with cupcakes, and a free make and take project. Moss Rose – $5 cocktails and $3 wines
Newly Organic Apothecary – essential oil-infused champagne punch and a dessert buffet;10% off the perfume bar and a free gift with purchase for Mother’s Day or yourself!
Nimby Acre Fiber – Art – Home – is creating a Community Tapestry Project, add to the story in a 6-foot community weaving project with a piece of fabric. No experience needed.
Paragraphs Bookstore – The Art of Seduction: An Intimate Chat with a Published Romance Author (Donna MacMeans) and a raffle bag. Rolling Barrel Tours – $10 gets you a rocks glass and they will teach how to make a choice of 3 bourbon cocktails.
Williams Flower Shop – rose giveaway and refreshments.
The Woodward Opera House – kicking off their new, Living Room Series, on Ladies Night with a special concert from Michael Reno Harrell starting at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $22. The concert is in the Blackbox Theater on the 4th floor.
Complimentary carriage rides around downtown sponsored by Mount Vernon Grand Hotel and Knox Community Hospital.
Saturday, May 11th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. – is the Bellville/Jefferson Twp. Dumpster Day located by Elzy Milling & Trade. PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE. You must be a resident of the Village of Bellville and/or live in Jefferson Twp. NO toxic waste, tires, paint, or anything with refrigerants like A/C or refrigerators. We will have a crew on hand to HELP you unload. The dumpster area will be under surveillance. Anyone dumping after hours will be prosecuted. PLEASE SHARE THIS POST 🙂 Thank you Elzy Milling & Trade for providing this space for our Spring Clean Up!
Wildflower Hike 5/4 1P-3P
Hemlock Grove Picnic Area by the covered bridge. Mohican host a diversity of native Ohio wildflowers. See whick species occur right here at Mohican State Park. Trail is moderate
9th Annual Car Show – Martinsburg
Trophy, Dash Plaques to the first 50 Cars, Door Prizes, 50/50 raffle, & Lots of FOOD
May 11th 11-4
Martinsburg Activity Center
122 W. Liberty St Martinsburg, OH
What is a grudge match? Historically, it pits two rivals against each other in an ancient conflict!
The KCH Grudge Race is a fun, hot rod version of this time-honored rivalry. Sponsors and their cars will battle it out on the race track and all for a great cause—to raise funds and awareness for KCH’s vital work in Knox County. Sixteen racers will go head-to-head in a single elimination tournament on Pacemaker’s National Hot Rod Association drag strip—a blistering 1/8th of a mile. Blink and you might miss something! Root for your favorite driver as they demonstrate their grit, determination and driving skills. Who will take the Knox Grudge cup? Come to the track and cheer on your champion!
Motley Barn Dance
Saturday May 11th 7:00 til 10:00 pm.
Doors open at 6:00 pm.
Beginner’s Square and Contra dance lessons at 6:30 pm.
Join us for a community social Old Fashioned Barn Dance for fun, friendship and dancing with live Old Time music by Rocky Fork.
Dances such as: Traditional squares, Contra, Country Western, Partner dances, Line dances, The Waltz, The Virginia Reel, Spanish Waltz and Mixers will be taught and done during the dance.
Singles and couples of all ages are welcome and no experience is necessary…beginners are encouraged to join the fun!
The cost is $5.00 per person at the door. Under 12 yrs free. Light refreshments provided.
Location: United Church Of Granville, 115 W. Broadway, on the S/W corner of W. Broadway and Main Street. The dance is in the Annex building on the west side of the church. Parking is on street.