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Empowered Minds: Bison Restoration on the American Prairie

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Scott Heidebrink and Katy Beattie from American Prairie discuss bison and prairie restoration on the Great Plains.

Empowered Minds - Virtual Grant:

This free, virtual program is part of our lifelong learning series Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citiz...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Scott Heidebrink and Katy Beattie from American Prairie discuss bison and prairie restoration on the Great Plains.

This free, virtual program is part of our lifelong learning series Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citizens of Licking County. All adults are welcome. Empowered Minds is supported by a sustaining gift from Robert Trimble Jr., a lifelong learner and, in part, by the Licking County Senior Levy. Donations are appreciated.  

Writers Workshop

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Lab at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

A writing workshop with the homeschooler in mind. Discuss various elements of the writing process with a focus on imagination. Get ready to fine-tune your creative writing skills!

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Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Library Lab
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

A writing workshop with the homeschooler in mind. Discuss various elements of the writing process with a focus on imagination. Get ready to fine-tune your creative writing skills!

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.

Color Our World: Acrylic Flower Painting

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, General Programming
Age Group:
Teens | Grades 6-12

Are you ready to take the exciting first steps in acrylic painting? Learn the basics in this beginner's class lead by staff from Licking County Aging Partners; adults are also welcome.

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Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, General Programming
Event Details:

Are you ready to take the exciting first steps in acrylic painting? Learn the basics in this beginner's class lead by staff from Licking County Aging Partners; adults are also welcome.

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.

Color Our World: Manga Basics

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hebron
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens | Grades 6-12

A teen artist leads this beginner-friendly workshop on manga drawing. Learn basic techniques, sketch original characters, and explore creating your own manga art! All supplies will be provided.

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Library Branch: Hebron
Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

A teen artist leads this beginner-friendly workshop on manga drawing. Learn basic techniques, sketch original characters, and explore creating your own manga art! All supplies will be 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.

Dr Insecta

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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.

Dr Insecta

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Meeting Room- Buckeye Lake at Buckeye Lake
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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Library Branch: Buckeye Lake
Room: Small Meeting Room- Buckeye Lake
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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.

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Empowered Minds: Art of Japan

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Art historian and artist Sean Crum discusses the art of Japan, including Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples, tea ceremonies, and ink brush scroll paintings.

Empowered Minds - Virtual Grant:

This free, virtual program is part of our lifelong learning series Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citiz...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Art historian and artist Sean Crum discusses the art of Japan, including Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples, tea ceremonies, and ink brush scroll paintings.

This free, virtual program is part of our lifelong learning series Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citizens of Licking County. All adults are welcome. Empowered Minds is supported by a sustaining gift from Robert Trimble Jr., a lifelong learner and, in part, by the Licking County Senior Levy. Donations are appreciated.  

Dr Insecta

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hebron
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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Library Branch: Hebron
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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.

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Empowered Minds: Elk Reintroduction in Ohio

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Dr. Gabriel Karns discusses the feasibility of reintroducing Rocky Mountain elk populations to the Ohio wilderness. Dr.

Empowered Minds- In Person Grant:

This free program is part of our lifelong learning series, Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citizens of L...

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Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Dr. Gabriel Karns discusses the feasibility of reintroducing Rocky Mountain elk populations to the Ohio wilderness. Dr.

This free program is part of our lifelong learning series, Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citizens of Licking County. All adults are welcome. Empowered Minds is supported by a sustaining gift from Robert Trimble Jr., a lifelong learner, and, in part, by Licking County Senior Levy. Donations are appreciated.  

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.

Dr Insecta

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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.

Dr Insecta

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Meeting Room- Utica at Utica
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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Library Branch: Utica
Room: Small Meeting Room- Utica
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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.

Dr Insecta

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

Prepare to experience real entomology magic as Dr. Insecta introduces some of the most interesting and essential animals on the planet!

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.

Didgeridoo Down Under

Color Our World: Didgeridoo Down Under

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Meeting Room- Buckeye Lake at Buckeye Lake
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation.

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Library Branch: Buckeye Lake
Room: Small Meeting Room- Buckeye Lake
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation.

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.

Didgeridoo Down Under

Color Our World: Didgeridoo Down Under

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation.

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Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation.

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.

Didgeridoo Down Under

Color Our World: Didgeridoo Down Under

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation.

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Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation.

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: All Locations Close Early @ 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
Closing
Branches:
Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library

Closed: Independence Day

All Day
Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
Closing
Branches:
Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library

Writers Workshop

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Lab at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

A writing workshop with the homeschooler in mind. Discuss various elements of the writing process with a focus on imagination. Get ready to fine-tune your creative writing skills!

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Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Library Lab
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

A writing workshop with the homeschooler in mind. Discuss various elements of the writing process with a focus on imagination. Get ready to fine-tune your creative writing skills!

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.

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Empowered Minds: The Meaning of Title IX

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Program Type:
Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Dr. Larry Baum explores how the meaning of Title IX has evolved through interpretations by the executive branch.

Empowered Minds- In Person Grant:

This free program is part of our lifelong learning series, Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citizens of L...

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Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Dr. Larry Baum explores how the meaning of Title IX has evolved through interpretations by the executive branch.

This free program is part of our lifelong learning series, Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citizens of Licking County. All adults are welcome. Empowered Minds is supported by a sustaining gift from Robert Trimble Jr., a lifelong learner, and, in part, by Licking County Senior Levy. Donations are appreciated.  

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.

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Empowered Minds: Art of the Ancient Near East

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Art historian and artist Sean Crum discusses the art, architecture, and writing of the earliest Near East cultures.

Empowered Minds - Virtual Grant:

This free, virtual program is part of our lifelong learning series Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citiz...

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Art historian and artist Sean Crum discusses the art, architecture, and writing of the earliest Near East cultures.

This free, virtual program is part of our lifelong learning series Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citizens of Licking County. All adults are welcome. Empowered Minds is supported by a sustaining gift from Robert Trimble Jr., a lifelong learner and, in part, by the Licking County Senior Levy. Donations are appreciated.  

Pop Art Dog Portrait

Color Our World: Pop Art Pet

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hebron
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Turn a favorite photo of your pet into a vibrant pop art masterpiece! Participants will trace an image of their pet and use bold colors and patterns to create a unique, eye-catching artwork.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Hebron
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn a favorite photo of your pet into a vibrant pop art masterpiece! Participants will trace an image of their pet and use bold colors and patterns to create a unique, eye-catching artwork.

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.

Word Slinger Squad

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Inclusive Programming
Age Group:
Adults

A creative writing workshop for adults and teens with intellectual and developmental disabilities designed to encourage community connections, creativity and the practice of writing.

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Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Inclusive Programming
Event Details:

A creative writing workshop for adults and teens with intellectual and developmental disabilities designed to encourage community connections, creativity and the practice of writing.

Color Our World: Future Artists

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Meeting Room- Buckeye Lake at Buckeye Lake
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5

Is the use of color a science or an art? Get creative with The Works and learn about synesthesia, colors and collage as we discover how science and art intersect.

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Library Branch: Buckeye Lake
Room: Small Meeting Room- Buckeye Lake
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

Is the use of color a science or an art? Get creative with The Works and learn about synesthesia, colors and collage as we discover how science and art intersect.

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.

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Empowered Minds: Food Democracy

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Program Type:
Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Dr. Jill Clark discusses her work in the area of food democracy, a movement that emphasizes public opportunities to actively participate in how food systems develop. Dr.

Empowered Minds- In Person Grant:

This free program is part of our lifelong learning series, Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citizens of L...

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Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Empowered Minds, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Dr. Jill Clark discusses her work in the area of food democracy, a movement that emphasizes public opportunities to actively participate in how food systems develop. Dr.

This free program is part of our lifelong learning series, Empowered Minds. The focus of this signature service is healthy aging and enrichment for the retirement-age citizens of Licking County. All adults are welcome. Empowered Minds is supported by a sustaining gift from Robert Trimble Jr., a lifelong learner, and, in part, by Licking County Senior Levy. Donations are appreciated.