This event is in the "Adults" group Unearth a Story: Escape Room Friday, June 19, 2026 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 19 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Escape Room 12:15pm–1:00pm Mobile Library Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. 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 Unearth a Story: Escape Room Friday, June 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 19 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Escape Room 1:00pm–1:45pm Mobile Library Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. 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 Unearth a Story: Escape Room Friday, June 19, 2026 at 1:45pm - 2:30pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 19 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Escape Room 1:45pm–2:30pm Mobile Library Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. 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 Unearth a Story: Escape Room Friday, June 19, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 19 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Escape Room 2:30pm–3:15pm Mobile Library Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. 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 Unearth a Story: Roaring Rainbow Chimes Monday, June 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Unleash your inner paleontologist and artist! In this workshop, builders will develop fine motor skills through painting and threading as they construct a durable, decorative wind chime. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jun 22 2026 Mon Unearth a Story: Roaring Rainbow Chimes 2:00pm–3:00pm Downtown Newark Upcoming Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Unleash your inner paleontologist and artist! In this workshop, builders will develop fine motor skills through painting and threading as they construct a durable, decorative wind chime. 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 Unearth a Story: Dino Crafts Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Join us on the Mobile Library for dino-themed crafts and activities, perfect for children in grades pre-K and up! This event will be alongside Y on the Fly at Velvet Ice Cream, so be ready for other activities as well! View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jun 25 2026 Thu Unearth a Story: Dino Crafts 12:30pm–2:00pm Mobile Library Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us on the Mobile Library for dino-themed crafts and activities, perfect for children in grades pre-K and up! This event will be alongside Y on the Fly at Velvet Ice Cream, so be ready for other activities as well! 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 Unearth a Story: Collaborative Dino Art Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Collaborate with other young artists to fill in an oversized, dinosaur-themed piece of art. Use different mediums to create an out of the ordinary design full of colors and textures. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jun 25 2026 Thu Unearth a Story: Collaborative Dino Art 4:00pm–6:00pm Lakewood Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Collaborate with other young artists to fill in an oversized, dinosaur-themed piece of art. Use different mediums to create an out of the ordinary design full of colors and textures. 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 Unearth a Story: Dino Taxidermy Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Create some 3D dinosaur "decROAR" for your wall...we promise they won't bite! This program is intended for kids ages 8 and up. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jun 27 2026 Sat Unearth a Story: Dino Taxidermy 12:00pm–1:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Open Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Create some 3D dinosaur "decROAR" for your wall...we promise they won't bite! This program is intended for kids ages 8 and up. 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: 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)
This event is in the "Adults" group Adventures in Art Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Inclusive Programming Age Group: Adults A time for adults with disabilities to explore arts and crafts while practicing self-expression. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Adventures in Art 1:00pm–2:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Inclusive Programming Event Details: A time for adults with disabilities to explore arts and crafts while practicing self-expression.
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Unearth a Story: DIY Geodes Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Come see some real geodes up close, then make your own sparkly creation to take home! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Unearth a Story: DIY Geodes 12:00pm–1:00pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Come see some real geodes up close, then make your own sparkly creation to take home! 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 Unearth a Story: Salt Dough Fossils Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Dig into creativity by mixing salt dough, shaping your own "rocks," and pressing in dinosaur bones, shells, or natural objects to make realistic fossil impressions. Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Unearth a Story: Salt Dough Fossils 12:30pm–2:00pm Mobile Library Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Dig into creativity by mixing salt dough, shaping your own "rocks," and pressing in dinosaur bones, shells, or natural objects to make realistic fossil impressions. 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 SHARKS! Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 1:15pm - 2:15pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming, Inclusive Programming Age Group: Adults See what kinds of sharks and other marine life you can spot on the free live shark cam powered by EXPLORE.org while making your very own shark tooth necklace. This program is designed for teens and adults with disabilities. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 9 2026 Thu SHARKS! 1:15pm–2:15pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming, Inclusive Programming Event Details: See what kinds of sharks and other marine life you can spot on the free live shark cam powered by EXPLORE.org while making your very own shark tooth necklace. This program is designed for teens and adults with disabilities.
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Unearth a Story: Dino Totes Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Utica Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Get creative at the Library and design your very own dinosaur tote bag! We’ll provide all the supplies you need to decorate a reusable tote with fun dino designs, colors, and patterns. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Unearth a Story: Dino Totes 4:00pm–5:00pm Utica Open Library Branch: Utica Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Get creative at the Library and design your very own dinosaur tote bag! We’ll provide all the supplies you need to decorate a reusable tote with fun dino designs, colors, and patterns. 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 Unearth a Story: Escape Room Friday, July 10, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Escape Room 12:00pm–12:45pm Mobile Library Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. 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 Unearth a Story: Escape Room Friday, July 10, 2026 at 12:45pm - 1:30pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Escape Room 12:45pm–1:30pm Mobile Library Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. 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 Unearth a Story: Escape Room Friday, July 10, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Escape Room 1:30pm–2:15pm Mobile Library Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. 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 Unearth a Story: Escape Room Friday, July 10, 2026 at 2:15pm - 3:00pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Escape Room 2:15pm–3:00pm Mobile Library Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. 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 Unearth a Story: Escape Room Friday, July 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Escape Room 3:00pm–3:45pm Mobile Library Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape. 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 Unearth a Story: Cyanotype Creations Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Create artistic prints using UV-reactive paper and natural botanicals. Arrange your design, let the sun do the work, and reveal something unique developed by the light. This session is open to teens only. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Jul 11 2026 Sat Unearth a Story: Cyanotype Creations 12:00pm–1:00pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Open Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Create artistic prints using UV-reactive paper and natural botanicals. Arrange your design, let the sun do the work, and reveal something unique developed by the light. This session is open to teens only. 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 Unearth a Story: Cyanotype Creations Monday, July 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Create artistic prints using UV-reactive paper and natural botanicals. Arrange your design, let the sun do the work, and reveal something unique developed by the light. This session is open to adults only. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 13 2026 Mon Unearth a Story: Cyanotype Creations 4:00pm–5:00pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Open Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Create artistic prints using UV-reactive paper and natural botanicals. Arrange your design, let the sun do the work, and reveal something unique developed by the light. This session is open to adults only. 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 Unearth a Story: Pebble Tree Monday, July 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults Dig deep into your artsy side to create a natural or fantastical tree with rocks and other materials. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 13 2026 Mon Unearth a Story: Pebble Tree 6:30pm–7:30pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Upcoming Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Dig deep into your artsy side to create a natural or fantastical tree with rocks and other materials. 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 Romantasy Book & Craft Club Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Conference Room at Downtown Newark Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Romantasy Book & Craft Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Downtown Newark Upcoming Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Unearth a Story: Dino Puzzle Adventure Friday, July 17, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm Mobile Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Calling all junior paleontologists! Children in pre-K through 5th grade are invited to explore the Mobile Library in a hands-on dinosaur adventure to follow clues, solve puzzles, and search for hidden bones just like real scientists. Open Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 17 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Dino Puzzle Adventure 12:00pm–12:45pm Mobile Library Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Calling all junior paleontologists! Children in pre-K through 5th grade are invited to explore the Mobile Library in a hands-on dinosaur adventure to follow clues, solve puzzles, and search for hidden bones just like real scientists. 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.