Coming Events October 5, 2023
K OF C FISH FRY
The Knights of Columbus are hosting a Fish Fry from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 6, at St. John the Baptist church in Licking.
FREE MOVIE NIGHT
Intercounty Electric Cooperative is hosting a free movie night on Saturday, October 7, at Old City Park, Licking. “Hocus Pocus” will be shown, beginning at dark.
CRUISE-IN FOR THE KIDS
Piney River Fraternal Order of Eagles 3911 will hold the annual Texas County Cruise-In for the Kids from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Simple Grow parking lot, Houston, on Saturday, October 7. Proceeds go to Shop with a Hero. Classic cars, trucks and motorcycles welcome. Dash plaques, door prizes, silent auction, food and craft vendors. For more info call 417-260-5551.
60TH ANNUAL ROSE HOLLAND TROUT DERBY
The 60th Annual Rose Holland Trout Derby will be held at Montauk State Park on Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8. An Old Time Cruise-In Car Show will begin at 4 p.m. at the Searcy Building on Friday, October 6. Nature Bingo will also be held on Friday at 6 p.m. at the campground amphitheater.
MONTAUK RURAL FIRE DEPT. ANNUAL HAM & BEAN DINNER & RAFFLE
The Montauk Rural Fire Department will hold their Annual Ham and Bean Dinner, and Raffle from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Montauk Rural Fire Department Firehouse, 2742 Hwy. 119, Salem, on Saturday, October 7.
OZARK FESTIVAL OF QUILTS SHOW
The Piece & Plenty Quilt Guild will host the Ozark Festival of Quilts from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 7, and from 12 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, October 8, at Rolla Middle School, 1111 Soest Rd., Rolla. Over 200 quilts will be displayed and demonstrations will be held. For more information see the Piece and Plenty Quilt Guild Facebook page or visit www.pieceandplenty.com.
OZARKS OLDER IRON CLUB FALL SHOW & TRACTOR PULLS
The Ozarks Older Iron Club 36th Annual Fall Show & Tractor Pulls will be held Friday, October 13, and Saturday, October 14, at 310 Canaday Dr., in Cabool. Tractor pulls start at 5 p.m. Friday and 3 p.m. Saturday. Gates open at 9 a.m. with free admission, free parking and fun for the whole family. For information call 417-274-0355 or visit Facebook at Ozarks Older Iron Club.
TROUT CEMETERY WORK DAY
The fall general cleanup day for Trout Cemetery will be held beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, October 14. Bring you lawnmowers, weed eaters and chainsaws.
ART ON THE ROCK
A “Rock Your Pumpkin” art class will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. or an autumnal still-life Sip ‘n Paint class from 6 to 9 p.m., with Patty at Big Rock Candy Mountain on Friday, October 20. Contact Roger at 573-247-6865 to reserve a seat.
HAUNTING AT THE MILL
A Haunting at the Mill will be held at Montauk State Park on Saturday, October 21. Show times are 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. with a limit of 45 guests per show. See a presentation of history from a unique perspective! This is a family event.
NOAH COLEMAN CHAPTER DAR MEETING
The Noah Coleman Chapter DAR will meet at 11:30 a.m. at Sybil’s Restaurant in St. James on Saturday, October 21. Visitors are welcome. For more information, leave a message or text SAM at 573-512-0742.
SIDE-BY-SIDE RIDE FUNDRAISER
The Licking Rural Fire Department and the Licking Senior Center will hold a Side-by-Side Ride Fundraiser with line-up at 9:30 a.m. at the Licking Senior Center on Saturday, October 28. Lunch will be at Bo’s Hollow, and a sack lunch is an option.
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.
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.
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.
SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLASS
Flower O’Scotland Dance Troupe’s Scottish Country Dance Class will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Licking Assembly of God, every second Tuesday of the month. No partner required. For more information call Joan Bryant at 417-619-5900.
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/YOUTH GROUP
First Baptist Church Kidz Club, ages 4th through 6th grade, will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 223 Main Street, and will be served a meal. The youth group, 7th – 12th grade, meets at Triumph Sports on the corner of Highway BB and 63 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. If your child needs a ride, contact the church at 573-674-3141.
SUMMERSVILLE CHESS CLUB
Want to learn how to play chess? Avid player and need someone to play against? Come to the Summersville Library on Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. to play the “Game of Kings.” All are encouraged to come and play. No need to sign up, just show up and have some fun!
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.
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 October 5.
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.
GIFT SUBSCRIPTIONS
Sharon Habina, of Lucerne, Calif., will receive a one-year subscription to The Licking News from Thomas Habina, of Licking.
Pamela Wilson, of St, Robert, will receive a one-year subscription to The Licking News from Phyllis Wilson, of Licking.
Ricky Green, of Moberly, will receive a one-year subscription to The Licking News from Betty Green, of Edgar Springs.
Randall Lane, of Newburg, will receive a one-year subscription to The Licking News from Ula Lane, of Newburg.
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