This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Family Story Time Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) 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 Jan 27 2026 Tue Family Story Time 10:30am–11:00am Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown 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 Pre-K Art Play Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Enjoy different mediums and create art in this messy hands-on encounter where process over product is emphasized. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Pre-K Art Play 10:30am–11:30am Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Enjoy different mediums and create art in this messy hands-on encounter where process over product is emphasized. 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 Orchids: The Botany of Desire Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Virtual Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults Smithsonian senior botanist, Dr. Dennis Whigham, takes us on a journey to the world of native orchids. Empowered Minds - Virtual Grant: This free, virtual 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 citiz... View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Orchids: The Botany of Desire 1:00pm–2:00pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops Event Details: Smithsonian senior botanist, Dr. Dennis Whigham, takes us on a journey to the world of native orchids. This free, virtual 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 the Licking County Senior Levy. Donations are appreciated.
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 Citizens Park: Pataskala Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm 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 Jan 27 2026 Tue Citizens Park: Pataskala 4:15pm–5:00pm 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 Youth Classics Book Club Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm Library Lab at Downtown Newark Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Sharpen your skills through discussion, vocabulary development, and creative thinking with your peers. Participants vote on the chapter book the group reads. If you miss a week, don't worry, we will catch you up. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Youth Classics Book Club 4:15pm–5:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Library Lab Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Event Details: Sharpen your skills through discussion, vocabulary development, and creative thinking with your peers. Participants vote on the chapter book the group reads. If you miss a week, don't worry, we will catch you up. 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 Woodington Drive: Pataskala Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:15pm - 6:00pm 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 Jan 27 2026 Tue Woodington Drive: Pataskala 5:15pm–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: 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 LEGO® Family Challenge Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Activity Clubs Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Complete challenges by building with LEGOs! Families of all ages are welcome; please register just once for your entire group. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jan 27 2026 Tue LEGO® Family Challenge 5:30pm–6:30pm Downtown Newark Waitlist Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Activity Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Complete challenges by building with LEGOs! Families of all ages are welcome; please register just once for your entire group. 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 Science Lab Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Form and test your own hypothesis about hands-on science experiments that you can do yourself! Play with color reactions, poke a straw through a potato, layer different liquids in a tower, and discover how much weight an egg can handle. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Science Lab 6:00pm–7:00pm Lakewood Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Form and test your own hypothesis about hands-on science experiments that you can do yourself! Play with color reactions, poke a straw through a potato, layer different liquids in a tower, and discover how much weight an egg can handle. 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 "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Teen Craft & Chat Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Bring your current crafting project to work on and chat with other crafty people. We'll have supplies available if you want to start a new project or learn a new skill. View Details This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Teen Craft & Chat 6:00pm–7:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Bring your current crafting project to work on and chat with other crafty people. We'll have supplies available if you want to start a new project or learn a new skill. 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 Unbox the Library Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults Unpack all the Library has to offer and learn about our services and resources! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Unbox the Library 6:00pm–7:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops Event Details: Unpack all the Library has to offer and learn about our services and resources!
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group LEGO® Build-a-thon Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Small Meeting Room- Utica at Utica Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Get ready to unleash your creativity with an all-day Lego® building event. Builders of all ages are invited to drop in, grab some bricks, and let their imaginations run wild. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jan 28 2026 Wed LEGO® Build-a-thon 10:00am–5:00pm Utica Library Branch: Utica Room: Small Meeting Room- Utica Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Get ready to unleash your creativity with an all-day Lego® building event. Builders of all ages are invited to drop in, grab some bricks, and let their imaginations run wild. 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, January 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am 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 Jan 28 2026 Wed Tots and Twos 10:30am–11:30am 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 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 Pretend and Play: Animal Clinic Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood Program Type: General Programming, Story Time Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Calling all veterinarians-in-training! Help your stuffed animals feel their best as we explore a loving animal clinic. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Pretend and Play: Animal Clinic 10:30am–12:00pm Lakewood Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: General Programming, Story Time Event Details: Calling all veterinarians-in-training! Help your stuffed animals feel their best as we explore a loving animal clinic. 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 Writer's Workshop Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Library Lab at Downtown Newark Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 A writing workshop designed for homeschoolers. Discuss various elements of the writing process with a focus on imagination. Get ready to fine-tune your creative writing skills! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Writer's Workshop 1:30pm–2:30pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Library Lab Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Event Details: A writing workshop designed for homeschoolers. Discuss various elements of the writing process with a focus on imagination. Get ready to fine-tune your creative writing skills! 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 Summit Glen Road: Pataskala Wednesday, January 28, 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! 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 Jan 28 2026 Wed Summit Glen Road: Pataskala 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.
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 Autumn Way: Pataskala Wednesday, January 28, 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! 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 Jan 28 2026 Wed Autumn Way: Pataskala 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: 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 Booked to Death Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Conference Room at Downtown Newark Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Age Group: Adults Calling all armchair sleuths! Join fellow mystery lovers in unraveling thrilling tales and puzzling plots. Each month, participants vote on the next book selection, ensuring everyone has a say in the adventure. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Booked to Death 5:30pm–6:30pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Event Details: Calling all armchair sleuths! Join fellow mystery lovers in unraveling thrilling tales and puzzling plots. Each month, participants vote on the next book selection, ensuring everyone has a say in the adventure.
This event is in the "Adults" group Historical Drama Group Wednesday, January 28, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Historical Drama 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: 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group Author Talk: Liz Moore Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm 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 Jan 28 2026 Wed Author Talk: Liz Moore 7:00pm–8:00pm 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 Ready for Kindergarten Thursday, January 29, 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 Jan 29 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 "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Little Listeners: For the Birds! Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: Story Time Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Tweet, flap, and soar with us! This preschool story time takes flight with bird-themed books, songs, and rhymes that spark imagination and support early learning. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Little Listeners: For the Birds! 10:30am–11:30am West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Event Details: Tweet, flap, and soar with us! This preschool story time takes flight with bird-themed books, songs, and rhymes that spark imagination and support early learning. 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 Cutting the Cord Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech Age Group: Adults Using the internet to stream TV and movies has become very popular over the past several years. 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 Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Cutting the Cord 1:00pm–2:00pm Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech Registration Required Event Details: Using the internet to stream TV and movies has become very popular over the past several years. 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 Pen & Games Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Activity Clubs, Classes & Workshops, Inclusive Programming Age Group: Adults Vote to have a creative writing workshop, play board games, or a mix of both! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu Pen & Games 5:00pm–6:30pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, Classes & Workshops, Inclusive Programming Event Details: Vote to have a creative writing workshop, play board games, or a mix of both!
This event is in the "Adults" group LGBTQIA+ Book Group Thursday, January 29, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 29 2026 Thu LGBTQIA+ 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: Everyone is welcome to engage in fun, respectful dialogue.
