This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Pre-K Art Play Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Enjoy different mediums and create art in this messy, hands-on encounter where process over product is emphasized. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Pre-K Art Play 10:30am–11:15am Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Enjoy different mediums and create art in this messy, hands-on encounter where process over product is emphasized. 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 ESL Speaking Club @ COTC Pataskala Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Visit our Mobile Library! 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 Apr 28 2026 Tue ESL Speaking Club @ COTC Pataskala 3:00pm–4:00pm Mobile Library 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 Citizens Park: Pataskala Tuesday, April 28, 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! 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 Apr 28 2026 Tue Citizens Park: Pataskala 4:15pm–5:00pm Mobile Library 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Youth Classics Book Club Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm Downtown Newark Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Sharpen your skills through discussion, vocabulary development, and creative thinking with your peers. Participants vote on the chapter book the group reads. If you miss a week, don't worry, we will catch you up. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Apr 28 2026 Tue Youth Classics Book Club 4:15pm–5:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Event Details: Sharpen your skills through discussion, vocabulary development, and creative thinking with your peers. Participants vote on the chapter book the group reads. If you miss a week, don't worry, we will catch you up. 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 Woodington Drive: Pataskala Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:15pm - 6:00pm Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Visit our Mobile Library! 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 Apr 28 2026 Tue Woodington Drive: Pataskala 5:15pm–6:00pm Mobile Library 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 Be a Superhero Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood Program Type: Story Time Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Celebrate National Superhero Day! Enjoy superhero stories, songs, and activities that encourage imagination through play. Children are invited to come dressed as your favorite superhero; all little heroes are welcome. Family Story Time: Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Be a Superhero 10:30am–11:00am Lakewood Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Event Details: Celebrate National Superhero Day! Enjoy superhero stories, songs, and activities that encourage imagination through play. Children are invited to come dressed as your favorite superhero; all little heroes are welcome. Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5. 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 Tots and Twos Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Story Time Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Tots & Twos: Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 2. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Tots and Twos 10:30am–11:00am Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 2. 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 Conflict and Memory: Understanding the Copus Massacre Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Virtual Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults Curator Kenny Libben discusses one of the most significant and tragic events to occur in Ohio during the War of 1812. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Conflict and Memory: Understanding the Copus Massacre 11:00am–12:30pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops Event Details: Curator Kenny Libben discusses one of the most significant and tragic events to occur in Ohio during the War of 1812.
This event is in the "Adults" group Blackout Poetry Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Adults Celebrate National Poetry Month by turning ordinary text into extraordinary art! Join us for a hands-on blackout poetry workshop to doodle, circle, scribble, and strike through your way to a one-of-a kind visual poem. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Blackout Poetry 5:30pm–6:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Adults Event Details: Celebrate National Poetry Month by turning ordinary text into extraordinary art! Join us for a hands-on blackout poetry workshop to doodle, circle, scribble, and strike through your way to a one-of-a kind visual poem. 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 Ready for Kindergarten Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Focusing on a new skill each week, we introduce literacy-based activities to help participants become successful readers and begin their educational journey into kindergarten. Designed for ages 3 - 5. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Ready for Kindergarten 10:30am–11:15am Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Focusing on a new skill each week, we introduce literacy-based activities to help participants become successful readers and begin their educational journey into kindergarten. 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 Little Listeners: Bugs, Slugs, and Other Creatures Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: Story Time Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 This preschool story time features stories, songs, and activities all about bugs, slugs, and other creepy, crawly creatures. Perfect for curious kids who love a little adventure! View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Little Listeners: Bugs, Slugs, and Other Creatures 10:30am–11:30am West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Event Details: This preschool story time features stories, songs, and activities all about bugs, slugs, and other creepy, crawly creatures. Perfect for curious kids who love a little adventure! 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 Bird and Insect Relationships: A Global View Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults Ornithologist Anna Rose discusses global bird and insect diversity in the context of her research projects in Ohio and in the cloud forests of Costa Rica's Talamanca Mountains. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Bird and Insect Relationships: A Global View 1:00pm–2:30pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops Event Details: Ornithologist Anna Rose discusses global bird and insect diversity in the context of her research projects in Ohio and in the cloud forests of Costa Rica's Talamanca Mountains. 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 ESL Speaking Club @ COTC Pataskala Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Visit our Mobile Library! 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 Apr 30 2026 Thu ESL Speaking Club @ COTC Pataskala 3:00pm–4:00pm Mobile Library 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group The Floating Teacup Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 A floating teacup makes a charming, personalized piece of home décor that you can keep for yourself or give as a gift. All materials are supplied to create your own whimsical design. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Apr 30 2026 Thu The Floating Teacup 4:00pm–4:45pm Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: A floating teacup makes a charming, personalized piece of home décor that you can keep for yourself or give as a gift. All materials are supplied to create your own whimsical design. 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 Author Talk: Jason Reynolds Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs, General Programming, Speakers Age Group: Adults Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.Register and submit questions for the authors. View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Author Talk: Jason Reynolds 7:00pm–8:00pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs, General Programming, Speakers Event Details: Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.Register and submit questions for the authors.
This event is in the "Adults" group Maples & Manuscripts Thursday, April 30, 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 Register Now Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 30 2026 Thu Maples & Manuscripts 7:00pm–8:30pm Off Site Open 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.
Board of Trustees: Personnel Committee Meeting Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Conference Room at Downtown Newark Purpose of Meeting: Meeting of the Personnel Committee. Downtown Newark May 12 2026 Tue Board of Trustees: Personnel Committee Meeting 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Location: Downtown Newark Room: Conference Room Purpose of Meeting Meeting of the Personnel Committee.
Board of Trustees: Regular Business Meeting Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Conference Room at Downtown Newark Purpose of Meeting: Bi-Monthly meeting of the Licking County Library Board of Trustees Regular Business Meeting. Downtown Newark May 20 2026 Wed Board of Trustees: Regular Business Meeting 4:00pm–5:30pm Library Location: Downtown Newark Room: Conference Room Purpose of Meeting Bi-Monthly meeting of the Licking County Library Board of Trustees Regular Business Meeting.
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)
Board of Trustees: Finance Committee Meeting Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Conference Room at Downtown Newark Purpose of Meeting: Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Licking County Library Board of Trustees Finance Committee. Downtown Newark Jun 17 2026 Wed Board of Trustees: Finance Committee Meeting 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Location: Downtown Newark Room: Conference Room Purpose of Meeting Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Licking County Library Board of Trustees Finance Committee.
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)
Board of Trustees: Regular Business Meeting Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Conference Room at Downtown Newark Purpose of Meeting: Bi-Monthly meeting of the Licking County Library Board of Trustees Regular Business Meeting. Downtown Newark Jul 15 2026 Wed Board of Trustees: Regular Business Meeting 4:00pm–5:30pm Library Location: Downtown Newark Room: Conference Room Purpose of Meeting Bi-Monthly meeting of the Licking County Library Board of Trustees Regular Business Meeting.
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 Aug 11 2026 Tue Board of Trustees: Personnel Committee Meeting 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Location: Downtown Newark Room: Conference Room Purpose of Meeting Meeting of the Personnel Committee.
Board of Trustees: Finance Committee Meeting Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Conference Room at Downtown Newark Purpose of Meeting: Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Licking County Library Board of Trustees Finance Committee. Downtown Newark Aug 19 2026 Wed Board of Trustees: Finance Committee Meeting 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Location: Downtown Newark Room: Conference Room Purpose of Meeting Bi-Monthly Meeting of the Licking County Library Board of Trustees Finance Committee.
