This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Family Story Time Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood Program Type: Story Time Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Family Story Time: Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Family Story Time 10:30am–11:00am Lakewood Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood 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.
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Tots and Twos Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Story Time Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Tots & Twos: Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 2. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Tots and Twos 10:30am–11:00am Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark 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 2. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Understanding Geologic Time Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults Dale Gnidovec, curator of the Orton Geological Museum at The Ohio State University, decodes the topic of geologic time. The rocks in Licking County were formed 320 million years ago, during what geologists call the Carboniferous Period. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Understanding Geologic Time 10:30am–12:30pm Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Dale Gnidovec, curator of the Orton Geological Museum at The Ohio State University, decodes the topic of geologic time. The rocks in Licking County were formed 320 million years ago, during what geologists call the Carboniferous Period. 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.
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Homeschoolfest: Day Two Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Utica Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Speakers Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Get ready for a wild time with Licking Park District. Program Managers Anne Balough and Emily Fouts are stopping by to share fun facts and bust common myths about Ohio’s amazing wildlife. Think you can tell truth from fiction? Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Homeschoolfest: Day Two 1:00pm–2:00pm Utica Open Library Branch: Utica Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Speakers Registration Required Event Details: Get ready for a wild time with Licking Park District. Program Managers Anne Balough and Emily Fouts are stopping by to share fun facts and bust common myths about Ohio’s amazing wildlife. Think you can tell truth from fiction? 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.
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 Welcome Road: Newark Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:15pm - 3:45pm Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Visit our Mobile Library! View Details Offsite Event 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 Apr 15 2026 Wed Welcome Road: Newark 3:15pm–3:45pm 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.
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Earth Day Seed Bombs Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Celebrate Earth Day by making incredibly easy and fun little seed bombs to plant! With a few simple ingredients and a seed mix all your own, create a ready-and-waiting garden in the palm of your hand! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Apr 15 2026 Wed Earth Day Seed Bombs 3:30pm–4:30pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Celebrate Earth Day by making incredibly easy and fun little seed bombs to plant! With a few simple ingredients and a seed mix all your own, create a ready-and-waiting garden in the palm of your hand! 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.
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 Irish Lane: Newark Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Visit our Mobile Library! View Details Offsite Event 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 Apr 15 2026 Wed Irish Lane: Newark 4:00pm–4:45pm 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.
Board of Trustees: Finance Committee Meeting Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Conference Room at Downtown Newark Purpose of Meeting: Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Licking County Library Board of Trustees Finance Committee.For meeting agenda, click here. Downtown Newark Apr 15 2026 Wed Board of Trustees: Finance Committee Meeting 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Location: Downtown Newark Room: Conference Room Purpose of Meeting Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Licking County Library Board of Trustees Finance Committee.
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 Creeks Edge Dr: Newark Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Visit our Mobile Library! View Details Offsite Event 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 Apr 15 2026 Wed Creeks Edge Dr: Newark 5:00pm–5:45pm 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group BritLit Book Group Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Age Group: Adults Calling all literary enthusiasts and Anglophiles! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 15 2026 Wed BritLit Book Group 5:30pm–6:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Event Details: Calling all literary enthusiasts and Anglophiles! 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.
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Family Story Time Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: Story Time Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Family Story Time: Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Apr 16 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.
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Ready for Kindergarten Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Focusing on a new skill each week, we introduce literacy-based activities to help participants become successful readers and begin their educational journey into kindergarten. Designed for ages 3 - 5. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Ready for Kindergarten 10:30am–11:15am Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Focusing on a new skill each week, we introduce literacy-based activities to help participants become successful readers and begin their educational journey into kindergarten. Designed for ages 3 - 5. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Understanding Severe Weather Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Virtual Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults Erik Salna, acclaimed meteorologist, discusses extreme weather events and their impact. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Understanding Severe Weather 11:00am–12:00pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Event Details: Erik Salna, acclaimed meteorologist, discusses extreme weather events and their impact.
This event is in the "Adults" group Author Talk: Meaning Through Exploration, Uncertainty, and Risk Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Virtual Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs, General Programming, Speakers Age Group: Adults Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.Register and submit questions for the authors. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Author Talk: Meaning Through Exploration, Uncertainty, and Risk 2:00pm–3:00pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs, General Programming, Speakers Event Details: Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.Register and submit questions for the authors.
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 Goodwill: Buckeye Lake Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Visit our Mobile Library! View Details Offsite Event 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 Apr 16 2026 Thu Goodwill: Buckeye Lake 3:00pm–3:45pm 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.
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 North Shore Boat Ramp: Buckeye Lake Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Visit our Mobile Library! View Details Offsite Event 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 Apr 16 2026 Thu North Shore Boat Ramp: Buckeye Lake 4:00pm–4:45pm 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.
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group The Milliner's Ball Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Big hats, tall hats, short hats, small hats! Prepare to emerge from the Milliner's Ball in the most elaborate handmade hat you can muster. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Apr 16 2026 Thu The Milliner's Ball 4:30pm–5:30pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Big hats, tall hats, short hats, small hats! Prepare to emerge from the Milliner's Ball in the most elaborate handmade hat you can muster. 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.
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 Harbor Hills Country Club: Buckeye Lake Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults. View Details Offsite Event 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 Apr 16 2026 Thu Harbor Hills Country Club: Buckeye Lake 5:00pm–5:45pm 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Show and Tell Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Adults We all remember bringing something special to school to share with the class, but adults have some incredible treasures, too. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 16 2026 Thu Adult Show and Tell 5:30pm–6:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programming Event Details: We all remember bringing something special to school to share with the class, but adults have some incredible treasures, too. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group ESL Speaking Club Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Small Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming Age Group: Adults Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment. This is a conversation club for adults who do not speak English as their first language and want to enhance their communication skills. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 16 2026 Thu ESL Speaking Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Small Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming Event Details: Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment. This is a conversation club for adults who do not speak English as their first language and want to enhance their communication skills.
This event is in the "Adults" group EXTRAterrestrial Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Conference Room at Downtown Newark Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Age Group: Adults Discuss the month’s book with your fellow earthlings! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 16 2026 Thu EXTRAterrestrial Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Event Details: Discuss the month’s book with your fellow earthlings! 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.
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Library Play Date Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Play is a crucial part of building literacy and social skills, so join us for a play date at the Library! This program provides opportunities for imagination and skill building, plus socialization for both children and caregivers. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Apr 17 2026 Fri Library Play Date 10:30am–11:30am Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Play is a crucial part of building literacy and social skills, so join us for a play date at the Library! This program provides opportunities for imagination and skill building, plus socialization for both children and caregivers. 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.
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 Friends of the Licking County Library Book Sale: Members Only Friday, April 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm Off Site Program Type: Book Sale Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults This special preview sale is open to Friends of the Licking County Library. Interested in getting first dibs on all the great books? Become a member! Memberships are sold at the door: View Details Offsite Event 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 Apr 17 2026 Fri Friends of the Licking County Library Book Sale: Members Only 3:30pm–5:30pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Program Type: Book Sale Event Details: This special preview sale is open to Friends of the Licking County Library. Interested in getting first dibs on all the great books? Become a member! Memberships are sold at the door:
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 Friends of the Licking County Book Sale Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 3:00pm Off Site Program Type: Book Sale Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Support YOUR Library while adding to your collection! The sale is at the Newark City Schools building (formerly the State Farm building) at 1440 Granville Road, Newark. View Details Offsite Event 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 Apr 18 2026 Sat Friends of the Licking County Book Sale 9:00am–3:00pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Program Type: Book Sale Event Details: Support YOUR Library while adding to your collection! The sale is at the Newark City Schools building (formerly the State Farm building) at 1440 Granville Road, Newark.
