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. View Details 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 Aug 12 2026 Wed Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Downtown Newark 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 "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! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Read with Hope! 10:00am–10:45am Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) 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 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. View Details 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 Aug 13 2026 Thu Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Downtown Newark 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 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. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Fredonia Mall: Fredonia (Sprinter Van) 3:15pm–3:45pm Mobile Library 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.
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 Shalimar Dr: Newark (Sprinter Van) Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 4:15pm - 4:45pm 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. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Shalimar Dr: Newark (Sprinter Van) 4:15pm–4:45pm Mobile Library 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.
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Hartford Fair Friday, August 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:00pm 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. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Aug 14 2026 Fri Hartford Fair 10:30am–4:00pm Mobile Library 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 Friday, August 14, 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. View Details 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 Aug 14 2026 Fri Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Downtown Newark 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Read with Andrew! Monday, August 17, 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! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Aug 17 2026 Mon Read with Andrew! 10:00am–10:45am Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) 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 "Adults" group Skein Squad Crochet Group Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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 Aug 17 2026 Mon Skein Squad Crochet Group 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 Read with Hope! Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Spend Thursday afternoons 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! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Aug 20 2026 Thu Read with Hope! 3:30pm–4:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Spend Thursday afternoons 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Read with Hope! Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Spend Thursday afternoons 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! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Aug 27 2026 Thu Read with Hope! 3:30pm–4:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Spend Thursday afternoons 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.
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)
Closed: Thanksgiving 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 Nov 26 2026 Thu Closing Closed: Thanksgiving 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: Christmas Eve 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 Dec 24 2026 Thu Closing Closed: Christmas Eve 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: Christmas 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 Dec 25 2026 Fri Closing Closed: Christmas 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. Thursday, December 31, 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 Dec 31 2026 Thu 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)
Closed: New Year's 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 Jan 1 2027 Fri Closing Closed: New Year's 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)
