This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Unearth a Story: Monkey See, Monkey Do! Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Utica Program Type: General Programming, Performance Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 There's no business like monkey business! Max and Vinnie are expert zookeepers, but keeping the rascally monkeys from getting into trouble is easier said than done. When Mr. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 15 2026 Wed Unearth a Story: Monkey See, Monkey Do! 1:00pm–2:00pm Utica Library Branch: Utica Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming, Performance Event Details: There's no business like monkey business! Max and Vinnie are expert zookeepers, but keeping the rascally monkeys from getting into trouble is easier said than done. When Mr. 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: Movie-saurus Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 A small lie turns into a whale of a tale in the underwater adventure, Shark Tale. You bring your friends, we'll supply the popcorn. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 15 2026 Wed Unearth a Story: Movie-saurus 1:00pm–3:30pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: A small lie turns into a whale of a tale in the underwater adventure, Shark Tale. You bring your friends, we'll supply the popcorn. 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, July 16, 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 Jul 16 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Y on the Fly Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Buckeye Valley Family YMCA brings a variety of games and STEM/STEAM activities weekly. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 16 2026 Thu Y on the Fly 10:30am–12:00pm 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, General Programming Event Details: Buckeye Valley Family YMCA brings a variety of games and STEM/STEAM activities weekly. 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 Rue Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Read to Rue, a very friendly and happy Goldendoodle who would ruff to meet you! All ages are welcome to enjoy this positive and inclusive reading experience with a certified therapy dog. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 16 2026 Thu Read with Rue 11:00am–12:00pm Lakewood Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Read to Rue, a very friendly and happy Goldendoodle who would ruff to meet you! All ages are welcome to enjoy this positive and inclusive reading experience with a certified therapy dog.
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, July 16, 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 Jul 16 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Unearth a Story: Trees That Miss the Mammoths Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Dawes Arboretum introduces you to trees that were around during the last Ice Age! Did you know that giant ground sloths, mastodons, and mammoths loved to eat some of the trees growing at The Dawes Arboretum? View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 16 2026 Thu Unearth a Story: Trees That Miss the Mammoths 1:30pm–2:15pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Dawes Arboretum introduces you to trees that were around during the last Ice Age! Did you know that giant ground sloths, mastodons, and mammoths loved to eat some of the trees growing at The Dawes Arboretum? 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 Unearth a Story: Jurassic Play Date Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Play is a crucial part of building literacy and social skills, so join us for a dino-riffic play date at the Library! View Details This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jul 17 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Jurassic 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: General Programming Event Details: Play is a crucial part of building literacy and social skills, so join us for a dino-riffic play date 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 "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, July 17, 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 Jul 17 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 Unearth a Story: Gem Mining Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Perfect for young rockhounds! Children will explore the world of gems through hands-on mining, sorting, and discovery. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 18 2026 Sat Unearth a Story: Gem Mining 11:00am–11:30am West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Open Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Registration Required Event Details: Perfect for young rockhounds! Children will explore the world of gems through hands-on mining, sorting, and discovery. 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, July 20, 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 Jul 20 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 "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 Monday, July 20, 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 Jul 20 2026 Mon 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 "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Unearth a Story: Dino Soap Monday, July 20, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Create beautiful, transparent soap with a dinosaur preserved in the middle of the amber glow. This is a perfect gift or a useful, fun project to take home for yourself. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Jul 20 2026 Mon Unearth a Story: Dino Soap 2:30pm–3:30pm Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: General Programming Registration Required Event Details: Create beautiful, transparent soap with a dinosaur preserved in the middle of the amber glow. This is a perfect gift or a useful, fun project to take home for yourself. 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 Monday, July 20, 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 Jul 20 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 Unearth a Story: Dig into Magic Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood Program Type: General Programming, Performance Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Ron Spangler will lead us into a magical world of wonder, filled with laughter and amazement. Audience participation is encouraged, and you might even step into the spotlight and become a star of the show! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Dig into Magic 10:00am–11:00am Lakewood Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming, Performance Event Details: Ron Spangler will lead us into a magical world of wonder, filled with laughter and amazement. Audience participation is encouraged, and you might even step into the spotlight and become a star of the show! 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: Roars and Rumbles Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Par Excellence Expeditions will visit with us as we discover the prehistoric world of Ohio with hands‑on STEM fun! Kids explore ancient creatures and natural history through playful, interactive activities that inspire the imagination. View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Roars and Rumbles 10:30am–12:00pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Par Excellence Expeditions will visit with us as we discover the prehistoric world of Ohio with hands‑on STEM fun! Kids explore ancient creatures and natural history through playful, interactive activities that inspire the imagination. 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 Summer Lunches Tuesday, July 21, 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 Jul 21 2026 Tue 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 Rue Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Downtown Newark Program Type: General Programming Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Read to Rue, a very friendly and happy Goldendoodle who would ruff to meet you! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Read with Rue 1:00pm–2:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Read to Rue, a very friendly and happy Goldendoodle who would ruff to meet you!
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Unearth a Story: Dig into Magic Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Program Type: General Programming, Performance Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Ron Spangler will lead us into a magical world of wonder, filled with laughter and amazement. Audience participation is encouraged, and you might even step into the spotlight and become a star of the show! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Dig into Magic 1:00pm–2:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming, Performance Event Details: Ron Spangler will lead us into a magical world of wonder, filled with laughter and amazement. Audience participation is encouraged, and you might even step into the spotlight and become a star of the show! 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: Dig into Magic Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: General Programming, Performance Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Ron Spangler will lead us into a magical world of wonder, filled with laughter and amazement. Audience participation is encouraged, and you might even step into the spotlight and become a star of the show! View Details This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 21 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Dig into Magic 4:00pm–5:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming, Performance Event Details: Ron Spangler will lead us into a magical world of wonder, filled with laughter and amazement. Audience participation is encouraged, and you might even step into the spotlight and become a star of the show! 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)
