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Adventures in Art

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Inclusive Programming
Age Group:
Adults

A time for adults with disabilities to explore arts and crafts while practicing self-expression.

Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Inclusive Programming
Event Details:

A time for adults with disabilities to explore arts and crafts while practicing self-expression.

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

Park Lanes: Heath

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 3:15pm - 3:45pm
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.

Offsite Event
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 "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

Woodland Ct.: Heath

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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.

Offsite Event
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 "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

Fox Run Dr.: Heath

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:15pm
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.

Offsite Event
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

Unearth a Story: Dinosaur Trivia

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Adults

Do you know your dinosaurs? Join us for a fun night of dinosaur trivia. Winners will get a choice of a dinosaur-themed prize. Teens are also welcome!

Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

Do you know your dinosaurs? Join us for a fun night of dinosaur trivia. Winners will get a choice of a dinosaur-themed prize. Teens are also welcome!

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

CRT Realtors by Water's Edge Community Ctr.: Buckeye Lake

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
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.

 

Offsite Event
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 "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

Sunset Drive: Hebron

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
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.

Offsite Event
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 "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

First Community Church: Buckeye Lake

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
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.

Offsite Event
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

Unearth a Story: Introducing the Dinosaurs

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Speakers
Age Group:
Adults

Dale Gnidovec, curator of the Orton Geological Museum at Ohio State University, opens a window onto the world of hunting dinosaurs.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Speakers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dale Gnidovec, curator of the Orton Geological Museum at Ohio State University, opens a window onto the world of hunting dinosaurs.

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

Condominiums at Northtowne

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
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.

Offsite Event
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

And the Password Is...

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Tech
Age Group:
Adults

Passwords, passkeys, 2FA—what does it all mean? Our Techspert will walk you through some simple ways to keep track of all those different security measures that keep our digital life safe.

Ask a Techspert:

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&...

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech
Registration Required
Event Details:

Passwords, passkeys, 2FA—what does it all mean? Our Techspert will walk you through some simple ways to keep track of all those different security measures that keep our digital life safe.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

American Revolution: Shot Heard Round the World to Declaration of Independence

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Dr. Barbara Terzian discusses the events of Lexington and Concord, Thomas Paine's Common Sense, and the Declaration of Independence.

Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Dr. Barbara Terzian discusses the events of Lexington and Concord, Thomas Paine's Common Sense, and the Declaration of Independence.

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

SHARKS!

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General Programming, Inclusive Programming
Age Group:
Adults

See what kinds of sharks and other marine life you can spot on the free live shark cam powered by EXPLORE.org while making your very own shark tooth necklace. This program is designed for teens and adults with disabilities.

Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming, Inclusive Programming
Event Details:

See what kinds of sharks and other marine life you can spot on the free live shark cam powered by EXPLORE.org while making your very own shark tooth necklace. This program is designed for teens and adults with disabilities.

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

Fredonia Mall: Fredonia (Sprinter Van)

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 3:15pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Library
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

The Sprinter Van is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

The Sprinter Van 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 "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

Brownsville Christian Life Center: Brownsville

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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.

Offsite Event
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 "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

Shalimar Dr: Newark (Sprinter Van)

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Library
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

The Sprinter Van is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

The Sprinter Van 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 "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

Deer Trail Drive: Thornville

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:30pm
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.

Offsite Event
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

Babcock Book Club

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Program Type:
Book & Viewers' Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Copies of 1984 by George Orwell are available at the Johnstown (Mary E.

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

Copies of 1984 by George Orwell are available at the Johnstown (Mary E.

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

Eagle Wings Academy: Jacksontown

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 5:45pm - 6:15pm
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.

Offsite Event
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

Unearth a Story: Dinosaurs After Dark

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Adults

A kid-free evening of friends, fun, and dinosaurs! Test your knowledge with Jurassic Park trivia, break apart dinosaur eggs, and enjoy other themed activities.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lakewood
Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programming
Registration Required
Event Details:

A kid-free evening of friends, fun, and dinosaurs! Test your knowledge with Jurassic Park trivia, break apart dinosaur eggs, and enjoy other themed activities.

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

Maples & Manuscripts

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book & Viewers' Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Discuss some of the best nature-themed nonfiction and explore additional resources through activities to deepen our understanding of the natural world.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discuss some of the best nature-themed nonfiction and explore additional resources through activities to deepen our understanding of the natural world.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Unearth a Story: Escape Room

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Mobile Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape.

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

Unearth a Story: Escape Room

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 12:45pm - 1:30pm
Mobile Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape.

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

Unearth a Story: Escape Room

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Mobile Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape.

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.