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 "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 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 "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Show & Tell Tuesday, February 3, 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 Bring in a fun collection, interesting keepsake, or project you’re proud of and show it off to the group. Share what you’re excited about and learn what hobbies or objects make others happy, too. View Details This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Show & Tell 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 Event Details: Bring in a fun collection, interesting keepsake, or project you’re proud of and show it off to the group. Share what you’re excited about and learn what hobbies or objects make others happy, too. 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 Wordsmith Workshop Wednesday, February 4, 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 Feb 4 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. 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, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm 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 Feb 5 2026 Thu ESL Speaking Club 4:00pm–5:00pm 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 "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Teen Craft & Chat Tuesday, February 10, 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 Feb 10 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 Making Memories Monday Monday, February 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming Age Group: Adults Enjoy making memories while connecting with others in your community! Participate in activities like art, games, and music while socializing. Individuals with memory loss, such as dementia, and their caregivers are encouraged to en View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 16 2026 Mon Making Memories Monday 2:00pm–3:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming Event Details: Enjoy making memories while connecting with others in your community! Participate in activities like art, games, and music while socializing. Individuals with memory loss, such as dementia, and their caregivers are encouraged to en
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Yarn Club Monday, February 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’ll supply the yarn! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Feb 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’ll 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, February 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 will be available. Keep your creations or share the love as gifts! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 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 will be 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 "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Writers' Cafe Tuesday, February 17, 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 Calling all aspiring teen writers! Bring your story ideas or your latest drafts and be ready to share your work, commiserate about writer's block, and learn new tricks of the trade, all while sipping tea or hot chocolate. View Details This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Feb 17 2026 Tue Writers' Cafe 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 Event Details: Calling all aspiring teen writers! Bring your story ideas or your latest drafts and be ready to share your work, commiserate about writer's block, and learn new tricks of the trade, all while sipping tea or hot chocolate. 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, February 18, 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 Join our Architects of Fun group for monthly meetups of engineering play. This month showcases K'nex® construction. Participate in the featured activity or invent an imaginative structure of your very own. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Feb 18 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: Join our Architects of Fun group for monthly meetups of engineering play. This month showcases K'nex® construction. Participate in the featured activity or invent an imaginative structure of your very own. 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, February 19, 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 enhance their communication skills. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 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 enhance their communication skills.
This event is in the "Adults" group UNO Game Night Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Utica Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming Age Group: Adults Looking for a game that's easy to learn but hard to stop playing? UNO is the game for you. The challenge: be the first to play all your cards. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu UNO Game Night 5:30pm–6:30pm Utica Library Branch: Utica Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming Event Details: Looking for a game that's easy to learn but hard to stop playing? UNO is the game for you. The challenge: be the first to play all your cards. 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 Trivia Night! Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming Age Group: Adults Are you excellent at trivia? If so, it is your time to shine! Please join us for Trivia Night at the Library and show off your smarts! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Trivia Night! 6:30pm–7:30pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming Event Details: Are you excellent at trivia? If so, it is your time to shine! Please join us for Trivia Night at the Library and show off your smarts! 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, February 24, 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. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Feb 24 2026 Tue 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 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 "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Teen Craft & Chat Tuesday, February 24, 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 Feb 24 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 "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Library Play Date Friday, February 27, 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 monthly play date at the Library! We will provide 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 Feb 27 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 monthly play date at the Library! We will provide 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.
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)
