Family Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Early Learners | Birth-5
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
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Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5

Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5.

Kindergarten Boot Camp

10:30am–11:30am
Early Learners | Birth-5
Downtown Newark
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Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Library Lab
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5
Event Details:

Designed for students entering kindergarten in Fall 2025, 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 educational journey.

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.

Condominiums at Northtowne

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Visit the Mobile Library!

Empowered Minds: The Meaning of Title IX

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
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Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Dr. Larry Baum explores how the meaning of Title IX has evolved through interpretations by the executive branch.

This free program is part of our lifelong learning series, Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citizens of Licking County. All adults are welcome. Empowered Minds is supported by a sustaining gift from Robert Trimble Jr., a lifelong learner, and, in part, by Licking County Senior Levy. Donations are appreciated.  

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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.

Free Summer Lunch

12:00pm–1:00pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12
Downtown Newark
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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:

Children and teens under age 18 can join us for a free, nutritious lunch provided by the Salvation Army and SUN Meals.

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.

Libby Books on Your Phone

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Our Techspert teaches you how to read or listen to library books on your device. Learn how to borrow, download and navigate digital content from the library using the Libby app.

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.

Techsperts: @ LCAP - Learn to use Libby

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech
Event Details:

Join the Licking County Library to learn how to borrow books and read or listen on your own device.  Their staff will teach you how to install and navigate the Libby app. Please bring your device and library card with you.

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.

Color Our World: Movie Matinee

1:00pm–3:30pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
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Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

All ages are welcome to watch this family-friendly movie. This week's movie matinee is The Wild Robot.

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.

Color Our World: Tie-Dye

1:15pm–2:45pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Mobile Library
Closed
Registration Required
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Who doesn't love tie-dye fun in the sun? If the rain comes, we've got a plan for that, too. Bring something to tie-dye, and we'll supply the rest! There will also be other fun and games available.

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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.

Color Our World: Color Match Challenge

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens | Grades 6-12
Buckeye Lake
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Library Branch: Buckeye Lake
Room: Small Meeting Room- Buckeye Lake
Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming
Event Details:

Learn basic color theory and put that knowledge to the test. Race as a team or individually to match the most paint samples in a color frenzy!

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.

Color Our World: Amazing Female Artists

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Downtown Newark
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming
Registration Required
Event Details:

How many female artists can you name off the top of your head? Maybe Georgia O'Keefe and/or Frida Kahlo? Possibly Mary Cassatt?

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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.

Fourth Street: Brownsville

4:00pm–4:30pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
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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.

Deer Trail Drive: Thornville

4:45pm–5:30pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
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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.

Cozy Fantasy Night

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
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Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:

Cozy up with a craft and heartwarming conversation about comforting and gentle fantasy books.

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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.

Babcock Book Club

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
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Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:

Copies of Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan are a

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.

Jacksontown Road: Jacksontown

5:45pm–6:15pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
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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.