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Coming Events November 4, 2021

HOMECOMING 2021

Abounding Hope Baptist Church’s Homecoming 2021, celebrating 12 years of serving the Lord, seeking the lost and sharing the love, will begin at 10:30 a.m., at 112 West Hwy. 32, Licking, on Sunday November 7. Music provided by The Goulds and special guest speaker Bill Jetton. A fellowship meal will follow.

VETERAN’S DAY ASSEMBLY

Veterans and their families are invited to attend the Licking R-8 School District Veteran’s Day Assembly, 9 to 10 a.m., in the high school gym, Thursday, November 11.

VETERAN’S DAY MEMORIAL SERVICE

There will be a Veteran’s Day Memorial Service at 11 a.m. at the Memorial for the Fallen in Licking on Thursday, November 11. All who wish to pay their respects to our fallen veterans are invited to attend.

STORY TIME AT THE LIBRARY

A special guest will be at the Licking Library Story Time in honor of Veteran’s Day at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 11.

VETERAN’S DAY ROSARY AND PRAYER

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church will say the rosary and have prayer at 5 p.m. at the Memorial for the Fallen in Licking on Thursday, November 11. All are invited to join in prayer for our veterans, their families and those who continue to serve.

OZARK RIVERS AUDUBON CHAPTER MEETING

The Ozark Rivers Audubon Chapter meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Zoom on Thursday, November 11. Mike Doyen and Louise Wilkinson will present the birds of Arizona. Contact info@ozarkriversaudubon.org for a Zoom invitation.

CHILI AND DESSERT COOK OFF

The LPHC Chili and Dessert Cook Off will start at 6 p.m. at Licking Pentecostal Holiness Church, Hwy. 63 & College Ave. on Friday, November 12. Veterans eat free. Prizes and gift cards will be awarded.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD DROP-OFF

The Operation Christmas Child Drop-off location will be accepting shoeboxes 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 15 – 19; 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Nov. 20; 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 21; 8 to 10 a.m. Nov. 22 at the First Baptist Church in Licking. Call 573-674-3141 for more information.

CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS

The Texas County Museum of Art & History is having a Charlie Brown Christmas throughout the month of November.

K of C FISH FRY

The 2nd Annual Knights of Columbus John Nabity Fish Fry will be held 3:30 to 7 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on Friday, November 19. Dine-in or take-out will be available.

TAI CHI CLASS FOR HEALTH

The final Tai Chi Class for Health of the season will be held, 1 – 2 p.m., at the Texas County Museum of Art and History on Main St. Monday, November 8. David Keyman wishes to thank all who participated in Tai Chi this year.

TOPS

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 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.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Licking United Methodist Church.

GRIEF AND LOSS RECOVERY GROUP

The Grief and Loss Recovery Group meets at 7 p.m. at the Licking Pentecostal Holiness Church, corner of Hwy. 63 and College St., Licking, on Tuesday evenings. Open to all! For more information, call Diane at 573-889-9197.

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 on the corner of Hwy. 63 and Hwy. E, Houston.

KIDZ CLUB

Kidz Club will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 223 Main Street on Wednesday evenings. A meal will be served. Kidz Club is open to those age four through sixth grade! If your child needs a ride contact the church at 573-674-3141.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

A Grief Support Group meets at 10 a.m. and a Depression/ Anxiety Group meets at 12 p.m. at the Green Tree Christian Church, 800 Greentree Rd, Rolla, on the first and third Wednesday of each month. Call Mary at 573-674-1127 or 573-247-8640 for more information.

OZARK MOUNTAIN AMATEUR RADIO CLUB

The Ozark Mountain Amateur Radio Club meets the third Saturday of each month, at 12:00 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.

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 4.

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. Meeting is at the Township Shed, 16245 Highway AF, Licking.

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.

NARCONON NEW LIFE RETREAT

Since the outbreak of COVID-19 in the U.S., both addiction and alcohol use are on the rise. Alcohol sales showed a tremendous increase as online alcohol sales skyrocketed. While short-term alcohol abuse can have its own serious consequences, regular, heavy use of alcohol can result in long-term damage to the body. Learn more about alcohol addiction and what can be done by visiting: https://www.narcon onnewliferetreat.org/blog/signs-that-alcohol-use-is-getting-dangerous.html.

Narconon can help you take steps to help those suffering from alcoholism. Call today for free screenings or referrals. 1-800-431-1754.

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