Coming Events: November 20, 2025
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOX DROPOFF
Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes can be dropped off at the Licking First Baptist Church from November 17-24. Call 573-674-3141 for drop off times or more information.
STORM SIREN TESTING
Testing of the Licking storm sirens is scheduled to take place at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 20.
THANKSGIVING COMMUNITY SERVICE
A Thanksgiving Community Service will be hosted by the Licking Ministerial Alliance at 6 p.m. on Sunday, November 23, at Rock Springs Baptist Church. All are invited to attend.
THANKSGIVING COMMUNITY DINNER
A bountiful Thanksgiving feast, lovingly prepared with love and abundance, will be served starting at 12 noon on Thursday, November 27, at Licking Assembly of God. The entire City of Licking and the surrounding area are invited to share turkey, ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn, green bean casserole, green beans, cranberry sauce, rolls and assorted desserts.
LIGHTING OF THE MILL
The annual Lighting of the Mill will take place the evening of Saturday, November 29. Join the fun with Santa, caroling, cookies and cocoa!
LICKING UNITED METHODIST WOMEN’S CHRISTMAS GATHERING
The Licking United Methodist Women will host a Women’s Christmas Gathering at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 5. Please contact 573-674-3686 for more information on how to purchase tickets. RSVP by November 21 to LUMCwomen@gmail.com.
TEXAS COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART & HISTORY MINI EXHIBIT
The Texas County Museum of Art & History is hosting a mini Art Exhibit throughout the month of November. Stop by and view the works by local artists, which make great Christmas gifts. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays and Tuesdays.
CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW AND PARADE
The annual Christmas Craft Show and Parade will be held beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, December 6. The VFW Hall will host the Craft Show starting at 9 a.m. and Santa at 11 a.m.-1 p.m., then Santa will travel to the Mill at 1:30 p.m. to hand out toys before the parade at 4 p.m. Parade lineup is at 3 p.m. The parade theme is “O What Fun.”
COOKIES BY THE POUND
The Texas County Museum of Art & History will sell homemade cookies by the pound on Saturday, December 6, during the downtown Christmas festivities. All proceeds will support the Museum.
CHRISTMAS CARDS FOR LRC
Twenty residents at Licking Residential Care (LRC) have put on their wish list to receive Christmas cards or mail for the holiday. If you would like to send a card or letter you can send it to: Licking Residential Care, 225 West Hwy 32, Licking, MO 65542.
GUN AND QUILT RAFFLE
The Fleet Reserve Association FRA Branch 364 is holding a Gun and Quilt Raffle. The raffles are in support of college scholarships. For more information call David Herndon at 417-967-0661.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE
It’s always a book sale at the Book Nook, open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays and Tuesdays, at the Texas County Museum of Art & History. Come in and support your local Friends of the Library and take home a bargain bag of books.
RECOVERY UNDERGROUND
Recovery Underground, a local support group, meets at 6 p.m. on Mondays, a Bible study at 6 p.m. on Thursdays, and Church at 6 p.m. on Saturdays, each week at 108 Main Street in Licking. For more information call Jake Carver at 573-889-7785.
TOPS
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Licking Chapter meets at 4 – 4:30 p.m. at the Licking United Methodist Church, 208 S. Main St. on Mondays. Attend a meeting to see if we can help you lose weight or maintain your lost weight. For more information, visit TOPS.org or call Kathleen at 573-548-1133.
GRIEF AND LOSS RECOVERY GROUP
Grief is normal when you experience a great loss, but if it’s been too long, you may need help. We are here Monday evenings at 5 p.m. and open to all! Meeting at the Licking Pentecostal Holiness Church, on the corner of Hwy. 63 and College St., Licking. For more information, call 573-889-9197.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Licking United Methodist Church.
FREE ADDICTION RECOVERY CLASS
A program to help you overcome any form of addiction, based on the doctrine of Jesus Christ. If you or a loved one are struggling, please come! Every Tuesday night at 7 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Hwy. 63 and Hwy. E, Houston.
AOG LEGACY SERVICE
The Licking Assembly of God invites all to attend their weekly Legacy Service, held from 1 – 2 p.m. every Wednesday. This non-denominational service was begun to provide an option for those who wish to attend a mid-week service held during daylight hours.
LYNCH TOWNSHIP
Lynch Township’s meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., at the Lynch Township Shed, 14472 Boiling Springs Road.
SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION
Sons of the American Legion (SAL) will meet the first Thursday of each month at the Licking VFW Hall. Meet and greet begins at 4 p.m., with the meeting from 6 – 7 p.m.
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP
The Phelps Health Diabetes Support Group meets the second Tuesday of each month, from 4 to 5 p.m., at the Delbert Day Cancer Institute. Call 573-458-7314 for information.
SHERRILL TOWNSHIP
Sherrill Township meets at 5:30 p.m. every other Thursday at the township shed located at 11875 South 137, in Licking. The next meeting is December 11 due to Thanksgiving.
BOONE TOWNSHIP MEETING
Boone Township meets the second Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. The next meeting will be December 11, at the Township Shed, 16245 Highway AF, Licking.
PARKINSON’S AND CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
The Phelps Health Parkinson’s and Caregivers Support Group meets the third Tuesday of each month, from 2:30 to 4 p.m., at the Delbert Day Cancer Institute. Call 573-458-3007 for information.
OZARK MOUNTAIN AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
The Ozark Mountain Amateur Radio Club meets the third Saturday of each month, at noon at the Lone Star Annex, 114 W. Main St. in downtown Houston. All are welcome, with young people interested in Ham Radio especially encouraged to attend. We can help with getting your FCC license! Contact Willy Adey at 417-260-4626 for more information.
TEXAS COUNTY TRANSPORTATION
Licking Bridge Builders has transportation available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To ride the bus, please make your appointment at least a day in advance by calling 573-674-3558 and talking with a volunteer.
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