Coming Events: October 1, 2026

ROSE HOLLAND TROUT DERBY

The 63rd Annual Rose Holland Trout Derby, an American Heart Association Fund Raiser, will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 2-4, at Montauk State Park. A Cruise-In will be held Friday evening, with the derby beginning Saturday morning. Prizes are handed out at noon on Sunday.

MRFD HAM & BEANS DINNER

The annual Montauk Rural Fire Department Ham & Beans Dinner and Fundraiser will be held from 4:30-7 p.m. on Saturday, October 3, at the firehouse. Raffle will be drawn at 7:15 p.m. Call/text 573-247-9648 for tickets.

NOAH COLEMAN CHAPTER NSDAR MTG

The Noah Coleman Chapter NSDAR will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 10, at Sybill’s in St. James. The program will be provided by David Hummingbird, of the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee. Visitors are always welcome.

CHILI SUPPER AND POOL TOURNAMENT

Licking Bridge Builders will host an all-you-can-eat chili supper on Tuesday, October 13, at the Licking Senior Center. Chili with all the fixings, hot dog or grilled cheese, a dessert and a drink will be served from 4:30 to 7 p.m. A double elimination pool tournament (limited to 10 players) will begin at 6 p.m. Call Steve Blankenship at 816-244-7514 for more information about the pool tournament.

HAUNTING OF THE MONTAUK MILL

A not-so-scary, historical, fun for the whole family event will take place on Saturday, October 17. Spooky-fun crafts and games at the new picnic shelter begin at 2 p.m., with mill tours at 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m.

ST. JOHN CATHOLIC CHURCH FISH FRY

A Fish Fry will be held at St. John Catholic Church from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, October 23. Fish, fries, brown beans, coleslaw, dessert and drink will be served.

REVIVAL SERVICE UNDER THE PAVILION

There will be a Revival Service Under the Pavilion at Licking’s Old City Park (by the Rodeo Grounds) at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, October 30. The Wallis’ will bring a message through song and the word of God. Bring your lawn chairs!

LIGHT THE NIGHT FESTIVAL & HAUNTED MILL

The annual Light The Night Festival and the Haunted Mill will be held on Saturday evening, October 31, in downtown Licking.

MUSEUM/BOOK NOOK

The Museum of Art & History and Book Nook, in Licking, have opened for the 2026 season. Hours are Mondays and Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

GUN AND QUILT RAFFLE

The Fleet Reserve Association FRA Branch 364 has ongoing Gun and Quilt raffles to support 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

TOPS helps and supports our members in achieving a healthy, balanced lifestyle through sensible habits and lasting change. We meet at 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. on Mondays at the Licking United Methodist Church, 208 S. Main Street. Come visit us to learn more!

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.

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.

SHERRILL TOWNSHIP

Sherrill Township will meet at 5:30 p.m. this Thursday, October 1, at the township shed located at 11875 South 137, in Licking.

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.

BOONE TOWNSHIP MEETING

Boone Township meets the second Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m., at the Township Shed, 16245 Highway AF, Licking.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP

The Phelps Health Diabetes Support Group meets the second Tuesday of each month, from 4 to 5 p.m., at the Phelps Health Delbert Day Cancer Institute, Shirley Day Conference Rooms C, D and E, 1060 W. 10th St., Rolla. Call 573-458-7314 for information.

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 Phelps Health Delbert Day Cancer Institute, Shirley Day Conference Room B, 1060 West 10th St., Rolla. 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.

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