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Historical Drama Group

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Program Type:
Book & Viewers' Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Delve into the untold stories behind history through film and gain a new perspective on the people and events that have shaped our world.

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

Delve into the untold stories behind history through film and gain a new perspective on the people and events that have shaped our 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.

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.

AARP Tax Prep

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:30pm
Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Adults

AARP is looking for friendly volunteers to join their Tax-Aide team and will provide training and support. Call 999.227.7669 for more information.


 

AARP Tax Prep:

AARP professionally trained volunteers prepare federal, state and local tax returns for low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those sixty and older, by appoint...

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

AARP is looking for friendly volunteers to join their Tax-Aide team and will provide training and support. Call 999.227.7669 for more information.


 

AARP professionally trained volunteers prepare federal, state and local tax returns for low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those sixty and older, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 740.641.2387 from 8:30am - 4pm, Monday through Friday.

Ask A Techspert

Planning Your Digital Estate

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Tech
Age Group:
Adults

You have made plans for your financial estate, but have you considered what will happen to your digital estate?

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&...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech
Event Details:

You have made plans for your financial estate, but have you considered what will happen to your digital estate?

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.

Licking Valley Road.: Perryton

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

Visit our Mobile Library!

Offsite Event
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.

The Well: Toboso

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:15pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

Visit our Mobile Library!

Offsite Event
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.

Pen & Games

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming
Age Group:
Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

Vote to have a creative writing workshop, play board games, or a mix of both!

Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark
Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming
Event Details:

Vote to have a creative writing workshop, play board games, or a mix of both!

Legacy Park: Hanover

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

Visit our Mobile Library!

Offsite Event
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 Game Night: Scattergories

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Meeting Room- Utica at Utica
Program Type:
Activity Clubs, General Programming
Age Group:
Adults

Think fast and get creative with Scattergories! Roll the letter die, beat the timer, and come up with clever answers that no one else will think of. The more original your ideas, the more points you score.

Library Branch: Utica
Room: Small Meeting Room- Utica
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming
Event Details:

Think fast and get creative with Scattergories! Roll the letter die, beat the timer, and come up with clever answers that no one else will think of. The more original your ideas, the more points you score.

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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LGBTQIA+ Book Group

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Program Type:
Book & Viewers' Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Everyone is welcome to engage in fun, respectful dialogue.

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

Everyone is welcome to engage in fun, respectful dialogue.

Sharon Glyn Senior Apartments: Newark

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Adults

Visit our Mobile Library!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: 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.

Bill E. Mitchell Retirement Village: Heath

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Adults

Visit our Mobile Library!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: 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.

The Village on Main: Newark

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

Visit our Mobile Library!

Offsite Event
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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Philosophy Across Generations

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Dr. Chloe Armstrong leads an intergenerational discussion on philosophy topics between lifelong learning students and current students from Denison University. 

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

Dr. Chloe Armstrong leads an intergenerational discussion on philosophy topics between lifelong learning students and current students from Denison University. 

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.

VITA Tax Preparation

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Adults
Vita Tax Preparation:

Free tax preparation and e-file for federal, state and school district forms. Most taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $69,000 or less are eligible. Schedule an appointment ...

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

Free tax preparation and e-file for federal, state and school district forms. Most taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $69,000 or less are eligible. Schedule an appointment by calling Licking County Coalition for Housing at 740.345.1970, ext. 200.

ESL Speaking Club @ C-TEC: Newark

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

Visit our Mobile Library! 

Offsite Event
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.

AARP Tax Prep

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:30pm
Small Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Adults
AARP Tax Prep:

AARP professionally trained volunteers prepare federal, state and local tax returns for low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those sixty and older, by appoint...

Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Small Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programming

AARP professionally trained volunteers prepare federal, state and local tax returns for low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those sixty and older, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 740.641.2387 from 8:30am - 4pm, Monday through Friday.

Ask A Techspert

Facebook: Security Made Simple

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Tech
Age Group:
Adults

Protecting your digital life doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelming. This hands-on class breaks down Facebook’s security tools into easy, actionable steps to help you secure your photos and messages.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech
Registration Required
Event Details:

Protecting your digital life doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelming. This hands-on class breaks down Facebook’s security tools into easy, actionable steps to help you secure your photos and messages.

California Concept: Newark

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

Visit the Mobile Library!

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

Visit the 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.

Mary Ann Township Fire Department: Newark

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Library
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

Visit the Mobile Library!

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

Visit the 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.

Utica High School: Utica

Wednesday, April 1, 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!

Offsite Event
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.

Sourdough 101

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Mix up your very own starter and learn how to feed, care for, and keep it growing in this hands-on introdution to sourdough. Tasty treats you can bake once it’s risen will also be discussed.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mix up your very own starter and learn how to feed, care for, and keep it growing in this hands-on introdution to sourdough. Tasty treats you can bake once it’s risen will also be discussed.

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.

Wordsmith Workshop

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Activity Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Join a welcoming community of writers at your Library! Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, our writing club offers a supportive space to share your work, receive constructive feedback, and spark creativity.

Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Activity Clubs
Event Details:

Join a welcoming community of writers at your Library! Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, our writing club offers a supportive space to share your work, receive constructive feedback, and spark creativity.

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Story of the USS Shenandoah

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood
Program Type:
Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Author Aaron Keirns discusses one of the worst disasters in U.S. aviation history.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lakewood
Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Author Aaron Keirns discusses one of the worst disasters in U.S. aviation history.  

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.

AARP Tax Prep

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:30pm
Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Adults

AARP is looking for friendly volunteers to join their Tax-Aide team and will provide training and support. Call 999.227.7669 for more information.


 

AARP Tax Prep:

AARP professionally trained volunteers prepare federal, state and local tax returns for low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those sixty and older, by appoint...

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

AARP is looking for friendly volunteers to join their Tax-Aide team and will provide training and support. Call 999.227.7669 for more information.


 

AARP professionally trained volunteers prepare federal, state and local tax returns for low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those sixty and older, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 740.641.2387 from 8:30am - 4pm, Monday through Friday.