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This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Elementary | Grades K-5
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Read with Hope!
10:00am–10:45am
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Branch:
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type:
General Programming
Event Details:
Spend Thursday mornings with your favorite reading buddy, Hope! She is a Pet Partners certified therapy dog and a very good girl who loves when kids read to her. Visit her in our children's area—she cannot wait to see you!
Additional Information
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
Early Learners | Birth-5
Downtown Newark
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Kindergarten Boot Camp
10:30am–11:30am
Downtown Newark
Library Branch:
Downtown Newark
Room:
Library Lab
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Event Details:
Designed for students entering kindergarten in the fall, this 8-week program introduces educational and social elements of the kindergarten experience in an effort to boost the confidence of the student beginning their education
Additional Information
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Elementary | Grades K-5
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Y on the Fly
10:30am–12:00pm
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Branch:
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room:
Large Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type:
Activity Clubs,
General Programming
Event Details:
Buckeye Valley Family YMCA brings a variety of games and STEM/STEAM activities weekly.
Additional Information
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
Early Learners | Birth-5
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Family Story Time
10:30am–11:00am
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Library Branch:
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5
Program Type:
Story Time
Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5.
Additional Information
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
Early Learners | Birth-5,
Elementary | Grades K-5,
Teens | Grades 6-12
Downtown Newark
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Summer Lunches
12:00pm–1:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch:
Downtown Newark
Room:
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5,
Elementary | Grades K-5,
Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type:
General Programming
Event Details:
Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level.
Additional Information
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Elementary | Grades K-5
Mobile Library
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Unearth a Story: Dino Crafts
12:30pm–2:00pm
Mobile Library
Library Branch:
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us on the Mobile Library for dino-themed crafts and activities, perfect for children in grades pre-K and up! This event will be alongside Y on the Fly at Velvet Ice Cream, so be ready for other activities as well!
Additional Information
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Basic Computing
1:00pm–2:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch:
Downtown Newark
Room:
Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops,
Tech
Event Details:
This class provides a gentle introduction to the essential parts of a computer, from navigating the desktop to understanding basic hardware.
Techsperts offer expert guidance and answers to common technology questions—for all skill levels! To schedule a free appointment at any of our locations call 740.349.5509 or email techspert@lickingcountylibrary.org. Zoom appointments are available.
Techsperts are made possible, in part, by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the State Library of Ohio.
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This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Elementary | Grades K-5
Downtown Newark
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Unearth a Story: Jurassic Luau
1:30pm–3:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch:
Downtown Newark
Room:
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type:
General Programming
Event Details:
Dig up some fun at our Jurassic Luau! We are celebrating summer reading with: dino bites and lava punch, prehistoric crafts, and T-rex limbo. Drop in for a rawr-some celebration!
Additional Information
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Early Learners | Birth-5,
Elementary | Grades K-5,
Teens | Grades 6-12,
Adults
Mobile Library
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Licking Valley Road.: Perryton
4:00pm–4:30pm
Mobile Library
Library Branch:
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5,
Elementary | Grades K-5,
Teens | Grades 6-12,
Adults
Event Details:
Visit our Mobile Library!
Additional Information
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Early Learners | Birth-5,
Elementary | Grades K-5,
Teens | Grades 6-12,
Adults
Mobile Library
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Blackhand Gorge Entrance: Toboso
4:45pm–5:15pm
Mobile Library
Library Branch:
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5,
Elementary | Grades K-5,
Teens | Grades 6-12,
Adults
Event Details:
The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.
Additional Information
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Early Learners | Birth-5,
Elementary | Grades K-5,
Teens | Grades 6-12,
Adults
Mobile Library
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Legacy Park: Hanover
5:30pm–6:00pm
Mobile Library
Library Branch:
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5,
Elementary | Grades K-5,
Teens | Grades 6-12,
Adults
Event Details:
The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.
Additional Information
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
Teens | Grades 6-12
Downtown Newark
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Unearth a Story: Kawaii Kraft Night
6:00pm–7:30pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch:
Downtown Newark
Room:
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group:
Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type:
Activity Clubs
Event Details:
Join Anime Club for a kawaii crafting night! Learn about Japanese kawaii aesthetic and create your own adorable crafts inspired by anime, cute characters, and pastel vibes.
Additional Information
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
Teens | Grades 6-12
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
Jul
23
2026
Thu
Unearth a Story: Make Me Minecraft
6:00pm–7:00pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Library Branch:
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group:
Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type:
General Programming
Event Details:
Create your own Minecraft self-portrait. It’s hip to be square.
Additional Information
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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