Community Calendar

May
7
Tue
Game Night at the Phoenix @ The Phoenix Brewing Company
May 7 @ 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Enjoy board games? Like beer?
Well then, join us and Operation Fandom, for our monthly game night at the Phoenix. Game night happens every first Tuesday of the month! And this month Game Night is also sponsored by Athletic Brewing!
Meet Michelle from Athletic Brewing, and learn about their award-winning, and great-tasting near beers. Athletic Brewing offers a variety of non-alcoholic beers perfect for those New Year resolutions, Dry January, and designated drivers. Michelle will be here starting at 5:30 pm.
Game play will start at 6:30 pm with seating beginning at 5:30. All games must be concluded and cleaned up by 10 pm. Game selection will rotate monthly.
Basic rules:
1. Be welcoming to new players.
2. Feel free to bring your own games.
3. Please treat all games with respect and clean hands.
4. Outside food is welcome, outside drinks are not.
5. Clean up after yourselves. Put the games away and bus your glassware and trash.
6. 21 and over only please.
May
8
Wed
Bennie & the Jets @ Knox Memorial Theater
May 8 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
The Community Concert Association of Knox County presents Bennie & the Jets!
Bennie & the Jets is the premier Elton John tribute. Led by Greg Ranson on piano and vocals, this group has performed around the world for a variety of audiences. In honor of his 2022 farewell tour, this concert offers audiences the opportunity to relive Elton John’s iconic catalog of music, including “Candle in the Wind”, “Can You Feel the Love Tonight”, and “Rocket Man”.
Bennie & the Jets @ Knox Memorial Theater
May 8 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
The Community Concert Association of Knox County presents Bennie & the Jets!
Bennie & the Jets is the premier Elton John tribute. Led by Greg Ranson on piano and vocals, this group has performed around the world for a variety of audiences. In honor of his 2022 farewell tour, this concert offers audiences the opportunity to relive Elton John’s iconic catalog of music, including “Candle in the Wind”, “Can You Feel the Love Tonight”, and “Rocket Man”
May
9
Thu
The Knox Network of Christian Ministries Meeting @ MVNU’s Gathering Place
May 9 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

The Knox Network of Christian Ministries invites you to their next meeting – May 9th

KNCM exists to connect ministries, and people to build a stronger community, united together in Jesus Christ.
Put our next meeting on your calendar – Thursday, 5/9/2024.
Mount Vernon Mayor, Dr. Matt Starr will be the guest speaker. He will share his State of the City address.
If you have questions for the Mayor, please email them to ContactKNCM@gmail.comMeeting Location: MVNU’s Gathering Place, 425 S Edgewood Rd., Mount Vernon.
*The May meeting will be held in the Fellowship Hall – the lower level of the Gathering Place*
9am – 9:25am – Prayer
9:30am – 10:30am – Meeting
Knox Network of Christian Ministries – Connect. Encourage. Community. Stay connected with KNCM at https://www.facebook.com/knoxnetworkofchristianministries

Knox County Career Quest @ Mount Vernon Energy Field House
May 9 @ 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Knox County Career Quest

THIS EVENT IS FOR YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS AGES 14-24. YOU MUST BE IN THIS AGE RANGE TO ATTEND.  
THERE IS NO COST TO ATTEND THIS EVENT BUT YOU MUST HAVE A TICKET TO BE ADMITTED TO THE EVENT. 
AFTER YOU REGISTER, YOUR FREE TICKET WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU. 
 

🚀 Get Ready for the Knox County Career Quest! 🚀

Hey there, future leaders and dream chasers! Get ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of careers with the Knox County Career Quest, presented by OhioMeansJobs Knox County in partnership with Junior Achievement of North Central Ohio. It’s time to discover your potential and explore the endless possibilities that lie ahead!

Event Details: 📅 Date: Thursday, May 9, 2024 🕗 Time: Doors open at 8:30 AM sharp! 📍 Location: Mount Vernon Energy Field House (on the campus of Mount Vernon High School) ____896 South Division Street, Mount Vernon

What to Expect: Get your ticket ready (it’s your golden pass to all the fun!) and make sure to bring it along on the day of the event. Get ready to explore career clusters in a whole new way with our exciting scavenger hunt format! But wait, there’s more – participants will also have the chance to win fabulous prizes announced at the end of the day!

Here’s the Scoop: 🔍 Connect with 45+ employers and education providers – yep, you read that right, FORTY-FIVE and counting! 🎨 Dive into various career pathways and discover what makes each one unique. 🔎 Hunt for career clusters, complete challenges, and collect signatures to enter into our prize drawings! 🙌 Get hands-on with activities at each exhibitor area. 💼 Explore job-related soft skills – because hey, it’s not just about what you know, but how you apply it!

Prep Like a Pro: Junior Achievement has hooked us up with some awesome materials to get you geared up before the big day. Keep an eye on your inbox after registration – your ticket and these materials will be sliding right into your inbox! Psst… tackling these activities ahead of time will totally level up your experience at the event, but no pressure – you’re still going to have a blast either way!

Join the Adventure: Get ready to unleash your curiosity, ignite your passions, and maybe even uncover a hidden talent or two! The Knox County Career Quest promises to be an unforgettable journey filled with excitement, discovery, and endless opportunities. We can’t wait to see you there!

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers: Need a bit more info before the big day? Don’t hesitate to reach out to us at 740-392-WORK. We’re here to help make sure your Career Quest experience is nothing short of amazing!

May
10
Fri
Friday Night Community Hot Meals @ Gay Street United Methodist Church
May 10 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

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

Ghost Walks at the Ohio State Reformatory @ Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield
May 10 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Let our ghostly guides fill you with stories of hauntings and horror as they lead you through the prison in the dark.  Admission is $45 per person and includes a 2-hour guided tour of the Ohio State Reformatory.  Book a Ghost Walk HERE.

May
11
Sat
Craft Show and Family Fun @ South Park
May 11 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Craft show and family fun activities at South Park.

Mount Vernon Farmers Market @ Mount Vernon Public Square
May 11 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Saturday May 4th from 9 am to noon Mount Vernon Farmers Market on Mount Vernon’s Public Square.
(every Saturday May through October)
Knox County Men’s Christian Breakfast @ Gay Street United Methodist Church
May 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Knox County Men’s Christian Breakfast – Saturday, June 10 @9:00 a.m. in the church Fellowship Hall (this is the 2nd Saturday of every month)