Community Events

Mental Health & Recovery for Licking & Knox Counties (MHR) will hold a monthly Governance Committee meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5:30 PM at the Utica Church of Christ, 115 North Central Avenue.  This is a free meeting and open to the public.

Mental Health & Recovery for Licking & Knox Counties (MHR) will hold their monthly Program/SUD Committee meeting on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the MHR Board Office – 1435 W. Main Street, Suite B, Newark, OH.  This is a free meeting and open to the public.

In coordination with Knox Public Health and recognition of Lyme disease Awareness Month, Gay Street United Methodist Church is pleased to present this educational Awareness Program featuring:

Glen Needham, a retired Ohio State Professor and local specialist in tick-borne diseases

David Hatley, Knox Public Health

Dr. Amanda Rogers, DVM Complete Care Animal Hospital

Everyone is Welcome to this community event at 18 N. Gay Street

Wednesday, May 6th | 6:30 PM

420,000 Americans died in military service during World War II.

130 of them came from Knox County.

Join Debi Lehman, volunteer researcher for Stories Behind the Stars, as she shares some of their stories and discusses her research and her organization.

We hope also that attendees will share their own stories—or those of loved ones—who served in the conflict. Ms. Lehman is always looking to supplement her research with photographs, anecdotes, or other material that will allow others to know more about the lives of those who sacrificed so much for their country.

On May 6, 2026, from 3:00pm-5:00pm, the clinic staff will host an Open House for the community. Recently, the health clinic moved to 1641 Venture Dr., Suite B and wish to invite their community partners and general public to see their new clinic setting. We’ll have light refreshments and raffle basket giveaway.

The Bladensburg Community Center is hosting the annual Bladensburg / East Knox Alumni Banquet on Saturday, May 9th.  Social hour, with appetizers, begins at 5 pm, followed by a dinner of ham, baked beans, cheesy potatoes, seven layer salad, butter and rolls, desserts and drinks starting at 6 pm.  All for only a $15 suggested donation.

The evening’s entertainment will be provided by Rusty Rine, on guitar and vocals, an East Knox graduate, and former Bladensburg Fire Chief.

There will be lots of sharing of stories and laughter no doubt through out the evening.  Join us.

To RSVP contact Sheila Dye Kent at (740) 502-1534 or to be added to the mailing list contact Kim Davidson at rbkim3639@gmail.com.

looking forward to seeing everyone!

Nothing says “I love you” like Brunch!  Treat the special Moms in your life to a day of pampering starting with brunch at The Kenyon Inn & Restaurant.  We will offer a beautiful buffet style (save room for seconds) brunch from 10am-2p.  Reservations are limited and spots are filling up fast.  Call for seating times and confirm your reservation today!

Mental Health & Recovery for Licking & Knox Counties (MHR) monthly Finance Committee meeting, Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the Wright Center (Kenyon College) S. Main St., Mt. Vernon, OH.  This is a free meeting and open to the public.

Mental Health & Recovery for Licking & Knox Counties (MHR) monthly Executive Committee meeting Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:45 PM at the Wright Center (Kenyon College) S. Main St., Mt. Vernon, OH.  This is a free meeting and open to the public.