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Maples & Manuscripts

Thursday, August 6, 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 "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

Summer Lunches

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12

Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level.

Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level.

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

Teacher Supply Swap

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all educators! Bring your new or gently used school supplies to donate and swap at this community-driven event.

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

Calling all educators! Bring your new or gently used school supplies to donate and swap at this community-driven event.

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

Read with Andrew!

Monday, August 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

Spend Monday mornings with your favorite reading buddy, Andrew! He is a Pet Partners certified therapy dog and a very good boy who loves when kids read to him. Visit him in our children's area—he cannot wait to see you!

Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

Spend Monday mornings with your favorite reading buddy, Andrew! He is a Pet Partners certified therapy dog and a very good boy who loves when kids read to him. Visit him in our children's area—he cannot wait to see you!

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

Hartford Fair

Monday, August 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Mobile Library
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

The Mobile Library is visiting the Natural Resources area at the Hartford Fair! 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: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is visiting the Natural Resources area at the Hartford Fair! 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

Summer Lunches

Monday, August 10, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12

Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level.

Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level.

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

Kroger: Johnstown

Monday, August 10, 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 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
Program Type: General Programming
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

Kyber Run Cir.: Johnstown

Monday, August 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 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.

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

Summer Lunches

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12

Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level.

Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level.

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

Liberty Park: Pataskala

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:00pm
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.

Board of Trustees: Personnel Committee Meeting

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Downtown Newark
Purpose of Meeting:

Meeting of the Personnel Committee.

Downtown Newark
Library Location: Downtown Newark
Room: Conference Room
Purpose of Meeting

Meeting of the Personnel 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

Summit Ridge Estates: Pataskala

Tuesday, August 11, 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!

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.

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, August 11, 2026 at 5:15pm - 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
Book Clubs at the Library

Romantasy Book & Craft Club

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Book & Viewers' Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Do you love fantasy mixed with your romance? This is a book club where chatting and crafting go hand in hand. Materials are provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love fantasy mixed with your romance? This is a book club where chatting and crafting go hand in hand. Materials are provided.

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

Summer Lunches

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12

Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level.

Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level.

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

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

Wednesday, August 12, 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, August 12, 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, August 12, 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group

Read with Hope!

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

Spend Thursday mornings with your favorite reading buddy, Hope! She is a Pet Partners certified therapy dog and a very good girl who loves when kids read to her. Visit her in our children's area—she cannot wait to see you!

Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

Spend Thursday mornings with your favorite reading buddy, Hope! She is a Pet Partners certified therapy dog and a very good girl who loves when kids read to her. Visit her in our children's area—she cannot wait to see you!

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
Story Time logo

Family Story Time

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5
Preschool Story Time:

Support school readiness through stories, songs and activities! Designed for ages 3-5.

Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5
Program Type: Story Time

Support school readiness through stories, songs and activities! 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
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, August 13, 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 "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

Summer Lunches

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
General Programming
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12

Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level.

Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level.

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
Ask A Techspert

Cutting the Cable Cord

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site
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&...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech
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 "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
Picture of the Sprinter Van with Licking County Library branded wrap

Fredonia Mall: Fredonia (Sprinter Van)

Thursday, August 13, 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.