Coming Events: November 12, 2026

STARS FOUNDATION “SHREK THE MUSICAL”

“Shrek the Musical” is coming to the Melba Theatre in downtown Houston with 4 shows: at 7 p.m. on November 12, 13, and 14, and a matinee at 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 14.

LUMC FALL FESTIVAL

Licking United Methodist Church will host a Fall Festival from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, at their Fellowship Hall. Breakfast served 8-10 a.m., lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy shopping for baked goods, jams, jellies, handmade crafts, antiques, Christmas gifts and listening to live music.

NOAH COLEMAN CHAPTER NSDAR MTG

The Noah Coleman Chapter NSDAR will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 14, at Sybill’s in St. James. State Regent Becky Osbourn will visit. To honor her, members will be wearing pearls. Visitors are always welcome.

KIDS CRAFT WORKSHOP

A free come-and-go Craft Workshop, geared to first through sixth graders, will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, at the Intercounty Electric Auditorium. Hosted by Licking First Baptist Church, Boone Creek Baptist Church, Abounding Hope Baptist Church and Rock Springs Baptist Church, this make-it-and-take-it workshop will offer eight crafts, leading toward Jesus. Refreshments will be served and parents are welcome.

STORM SIREN TESTING

Testing of the Licking storm sirens is scheduled to take place at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 19.

LIGHTING OF THE MILL

The annual Lighting of the Mill will take place at 5 p.m. on Saturday, November 28, with caroling, cookies, hot cider, cocoa and Santa Claus. All are welcome to attend.

CHRISTMAS IN DOWNTOWN LICKING

The annual Christmas celebration in downtown Licking will be held Saturday, December 5. Craft vendors will be at the VFW Hall from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Santa Claus will be visiting with children from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the VFW. The Chamber of Commerce toy giveaway is at 1:30 on the porch of the historic Licking Mill. The parade, themed “Twinkling Through Time,” will be at 5 p.m. along Main Street. A bonfire has been planned following the parade, from 6 to 8 p.m., beside the factory building at the junction of Hwy 32 and State Rte C. Vendors can call 573-674-2547 to register for a booth.

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.

LYNCH TOWNSHIP MEETING

Lynch Township meets the first Thursday of the 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 Boone Township Shed, 16245 Highway AF, Licking.

SHERRILL TOWNSHIP MEETING

Sherrill Township meets the second Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at the Sherrill Township Shed, 11875 South 137, 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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