This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Yarn Club Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Activity Clubs Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Learn to knit or crochet and hang out with a group. All skill levels are welcome. You bring the needles or hook; we supply the yarn! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Yarn Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: Activity Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Learn to knit or crochet and hang out with a group. All skill levels are welcome. You bring the needles or hook; we supply the yarn! 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 Skein Squad Crochet Group Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Age Group: Adults Grab your hook and join the squad! Skein Squad meets monthly to crochet, connect, and give back to the community. Bring your own yarn and hook, though some supplies are available. Keep your creations or share the love as gifts! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Skein Squad Crochet Group 5:30pm–6:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Grab your hook and join the squad! Skein Squad meets monthly to crochet, connect, and give back to the community. Bring your own yarn and hook, though some supplies are available. Keep your creations or share the love as gifts! Additional Information Photo Permission On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
This event is in the "Adults" group ESL Speaking Club Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Small Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming Age Group: Adults Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment. This is a conversation club for adults who do not speak English as their first language and want to enhance their communication skills. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 19 2026 Thu ESL Speaking Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Small Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming Event Details: Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment. This is a conversation club for adults who do not speak English as their first language and want to enhance their communication skills.
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group A Very Hungry Library Play Date Friday, March 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Play is a crucial part of building literacy and social skills, so join us for a play date celebrating Very Hungry Caterpillar day at the Library! View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Mar 20 2026 Fri A Very Hungry Library Play Date 10:30am–11:30am Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Play is a crucial part of building literacy and social skills, so join us for a play date celebrating Very Hungry Caterpillar day at the 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 "Teens | Grades 6-12" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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! View Details This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 26 2026 Thu Pen & Games 5:00pm–6:30pm Downtown Newark 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!
This event is in the "Adults" group 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 26 2026 Thu Board Game Night: Scattergories 5:30pm–6:30pm Utica 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.
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group LEGO® Family Challenge Thursday, March 26, 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 LEGO® bricks! 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 Mar 26 2026 Thu 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 LEGO® bricks! 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 Architects of Fun! Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Activity Clubs Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Connect with our Architects of Fun group for monthly meetups of engineering play. This month showcases LEGO® creations. Try your hand at the featured activity, or freeform something all your own, celebrating your imagination! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Architects of Fun! 3:30pm–4:30pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Activity Clubs Event Details: Connect with our Architects of Fun group for monthly meetups of engineering play. This month showcases LEGO® creations. Try your hand at the featured activity, or freeform something all your own, celebrating your imagination! 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 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Wordsmith Workshop 6:00pm–7:00pm Downtown Newark 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.
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Anime Club: Manga Collage Storytelling Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Activity Clubs Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Unleash your inner mangaka in this creative workshop! Have you ever wanted to rewrite the ending of a cliffhanger or see your favorite characters from different series finally meet? View Details This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Anime Club: Manga Collage Storytelling 4:30pm–5:30pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: Activity Clubs Event Details: Unleash your inner mangaka in this creative workshop! Have you ever wanted to rewrite the ending of a cliffhanger or see your favorite characters from different series finally meet? 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 "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Board Game Party Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Activity Clubs Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Join us to play some fun games from our considerable selection of tabletop and card games. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Board Game Party 6:00pm–7:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Open Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: Activity Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Join us to play some fun games from our considerable selection of tabletop and card games. 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 ESL Speaking Club Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Off Site Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming Age Group: Adults Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment. This is a conversation club for adults who do not speak English as their first language and want to improve their English communication skills. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 9 2026 Thu ESL Speaking Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming Event Details: Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment. This is a conversation club for adults who do not speak English as their first language and want to improve their English communication skills.
This event is in the "Adults" group ESL Speaking Club Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Small Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming Age Group: Adults Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment. This is a conversation club for adults who do not speak English as their first language and want to enhance their communication skills. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 16 2026 Thu ESL Speaking Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Small Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming Event Details: Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment. This is a conversation club for adults who do not speak English as their first language and want to enhance their communication skills.
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Library Play Date Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Play is a crucial part of building literacy and social skills, so join us for a play date at the Library! This program provides opportunities for imagination and skill building, plus socialization for both children and caregivers. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Apr 17 2026 Fri Library Play Date 10:30am–11:30am Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Play is a crucial part of building literacy and social skills, so join us for a play date at the Library! This program provides opportunities for imagination and skill building, plus socialization for both children and caregivers. Additional Information Photo Permission On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Yarn Club Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Activity Clubs Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Learn to knit or crochet and hang out with a group. All skill levels are welcome. You bring the needles or hook; we supply the yarn! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Apr 20 2026 Mon Yarn Club 4:30pm–5:30pm Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: Activity Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Learn to knit or crochet and hang out with a group. All skill levels are welcome. You bring the needles or hook; we supply the yarn! 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 Game Night: Herd Mentality Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Utica Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming Age Group: Adults Get ready for an "udderly" hilarious night of laughs and friendly competition! Grab your friends and "herd" on over for Herd Mentality. The challenge? Think like the crowd! Answer questions with what you think everyone else will say. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Game Night: Herd Mentality 5:30pm–6:30pm Utica Library Branch: Utica Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming Event Details: Get ready for an "udderly" hilarious night of laughs and friendly competition! Grab your friends and "herd" on over for Herd Mentality. The challenge? Think like the crowd! Answer questions with what you think everyone else will say. 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 Skein Squad Crochet Group Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Age Group: Adults Grab your hook and join the squad! Skein Squad meets monthly to crochet, connect, and give back to the community. Bring your own yarn and hook, though some supplies are available. Keep your creations or share the love as gifts! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Skein Squad Crochet Group 5:30pm–6:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Grab your hook and join the squad! Skein Squad meets monthly to crochet, connect, and give back to the community. Bring your own yarn and hook, though some supplies are available. Keep your creations or share the love as gifts! 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 Thursday, April 23, 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 LEGO® bricks! Families of all ages are welcome; please register just once for your entire group. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Apr 23 2026 Thu LEGO® Family Challenge 5:30pm–6:30pm Downtown Newark Open 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 LEGO® bricks! 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.
Closed: Staff Development Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Closing Apr 24 2026 Fri Closing Closed: Staff Development Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Closed: Memorial Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Closing May 25 2026 Mon Closing Closed: Memorial Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Closed: Independence Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Closing Jul 4 2026 Sat Closing Closed: Independence Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Closed: Labor Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Closing Sep 7 2026 Mon Closing Closed: Labor Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Closed: Staff Development Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Closing Oct 12 2026 Mon Closing Closed: Staff Development Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Closed: All Locations Close Early @ 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Closing Nov 25 2026 Wed Closing Closed: All Locations Close Early @ 5:00 p.m. 5:00pm–8:00pm Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
