Bunnies for Babes March 4-23, 2024 Our libraries are collecting NEW stuffed animals to be given to children throughout Knox County for Easter. Drop off NEW stuffed animals at the Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County, Fredericktown Community Library, Gambier Community Library and the Danville Public Library. If you or someone you know is in need, please contact Lisa at 740-392-2665. Thank you for your help in making a child feel special.

Experience a sugar camp with live historical demonstrations, horse drawn wagon rides, food, and maple products for sale. A great way to get rid of cabin fever and spend some time outdoors! Free Event, donations to the horse group appreciated.

Bring the kids to the Richland Carrousel Park for photos with the Easter Bunny! March 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, and 24 from 1pm-4pm.  $5 gets you 1 printed photo, and you can also use your camera.

For the winter months (Jan-March), Yoga with Julie will be offered on Wednesday mornings, 8:30-9:30AM, on a drop-in basis.
Class will be held in our Education Center (the Treehouse is a little chilly these days.)
Cost is $10/session (cash/check/card accepted) and the money supports Ohio Bird Sanctuary. This class is for adults and completely appropriate for beginners. Please bring your own mat.
Email ohiobirdsanctuary@gmail.com with any questions.

Drive Thru Easter at South Park

Event by City Of Mansfield Parks and Recreation Department

Join several Community Organizations and the Mansfield Parks Dept. as you drive your kids through lower South park for candy, small toys and lots of EASTER FUN!

The Closet – the third Friday of every month – 4:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.  The closet provide taxable items such as detergent, soap, deodorant, hygiene products, etc. to those in need.

Friday Night Community Hot Meals @5:30 – 6:30 (this is every Friday night)

🎶 Front Porch Concert Series Kick-off Event 🎶
Join us as we kick off the highly anticipated Front Porch Concert Series with a sensational evening of live music, community, and pure entertainment. This event promises to be a soul-stirring experience, featuring local musicians bringing their captivating sounds to the heart of Downtown Mount Vernon.
So mark your calendars for a spellbinding evening of melody and harmony at the Front Porch Concert Series kick-off event. Get ready to tap your feet, sway to the rhythm, and create unforgettable memories as we launch this extraordinary musical journey. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Summer Front Porch Concerts.
Date: Friday, March 15
Time: 7:00pm
Location: The Woodward Opera House
Musical Artists will include:

• Crying Out Loud

• Fat Tuesday

• Side Effects

• Six Miles to Nellie

• Slight Halo

• Brad Oviatt

• Vernon Schubel

• Sawmill Joe

• Savanna Shai

• Joe & Marty Bell

• Lief Wiggand

• Chris Gantt

• Katie Murray

• Emily Remillard