Coming Events: November 14 – 20, 2024
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOXES
OCC shoebox drop-offs can be made at First Baptist Church, Licking, November 18-22, from 5-7 p.m.; November 23, 10 a.m.-noon; November 24, 1-3 p.m.; and November 25, 8-10 a.m. Call 573-674-3141 for more information.
STORM SIREN TESTING
Testing of the Licking storm sirens is scheduled to take place at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 21.
DEMOCRATIC CLUB OF PHELPS COUNTY
The Democratic Club of Phelps County will have its November General Meeting on November 21 at the Phelps County Courthouse Multipurpose Room, starting at 6 p.m. The Club will provide turkey and asks that attendees bring a Thanksgiving side dish and/or dessert. Speaker will be Dr. Beth Kania-Gosche, Chair of the Education Department at Missouri S&T.
LIGHTING OF THE MILL
The annual Lighting of the Mill will be held Saturday, November 30, at 5 p.m., at the historic Licking Mill. Join in the fun with cocoa, cookies, caroling and the lighting of the mill. Visit with Santa in the old mill.
CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW VENDOR ALERT
The Christmas Craft Show will be held Saturday, December 7, at the VFW Hall in Licking, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See Joan Brannam at TJ’s Flowers & Gifts for a booth. Don’t wait until they are all spoken for!
DOWNTOWN LICKING CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES
Licking’s annual downtown Christmas festivities will be held Saturday, December 7, in downtown Licking. Craft vendors will be found at the VFW Hall from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., Santa will be at the VFW from 11-12:30, then will be at the Mill for the toy giveaway at 1:30 this year. The parade theme this year is “Christmas Treats” and it will begin at 4 p.m., with lineup at 3 p.m.
BENEFIT AUCTION AND FUNDRAISER
A Breast Cancer Benefit Auction and Fundraiser for Kris Jeffrey will be held on December 7, at Crow Creek Bar & Grill. A Benefit BB Gun Shoot will take place from 1-5 p.m. and the auction begins at 6 p.m. Donation items may be left with Crow Creek Bar & Grill, Brandy Jean, Tommy Gale Jr., Cassie Forrester, Amy Garn or Stacy Mendenhall. A benefit meal will be provided as well with all proceeds going to Kris.
TEXAS COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART & HISTORY OPEN
The Texas County Museum of Art & History is open on Monday and Tuesday for the season.
GUN AND QUILT RAFFLE
The Fleet Reserve Association FRA Branch 364 is holding a Gun, Quilt and Large Ceramic Planter Raffle. The raffles are in support of college scholarships. For more information call David Herndon at 417-967-0661.
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 Diane at 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.
KIDS AT THE CREEK
The Kids at the Creek Program at Boone Creek Baptist Church meets every Wednesday that school is in session, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., with a light dinner, Bible study, crafts and music.
KIDZ CLUB/ YOUTH GROUP
First Baptist Church Summer Kidz Club, ages 4 years through 6th grade, will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 223 Main Street, and will be served a meal. If your child needs a ride, contact the church at 573-674-3141.
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.
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 November 14.
BOONE TOWNSHIP MEETING
Boone Township meets the second Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. Meeting is 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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