Closed: Staff Development Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library Closing Apr 25 2025 Fri Closing Closed: Staff Development Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
This event is in the "Adults" group. Some Gave All Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Local History Age Group: Adults Currently, Licking County Library has compiled over 1,100 records of men and women who have died while serving their country, dating back to the War of 1812. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu Some Gave All 6:00pm - 7:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Local History Event Details: Currently, Licking County Library has compiled over 1,100 records of men and women who have died while serving their country, dating back to the War of 1812.
Closed: Memorial Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library Closing May 26 2025 Mon Closing Closed: Memorial Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
This event is in the "Adults" group. African American Roots in Licking County Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Local History Age Group: Adults The first documented African American in what became Licking County accompanied explorer Christopher Gist in 1751. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue African American Roots in Licking County 6:30pm - 7:30pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Local History Event Details: The first documented African American in what became Licking County accompanied explorer Christopher Gist in 1751.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Color Our World: The Licking County Historical Society Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Local History Age Group: Adults Howard Long, Executive Director of the Licking County Historical Society, will describe what it offers visitors and residents, such as local history research tools and other services. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 25 2025 Wed Color Our World: The Licking County Historical Society 2:00pm - 3:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Local History Event Details: Howard Long, Executive Director of the Licking County Historical Society, will describe what it offers visitors and residents, such as local history research tools and other services. 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 Jul 3 2025 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), 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 Jul 4 2025 Fri Closing Closed: Independence Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Ohio Canal and Licking County Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Local History Age Group: Adults The Ohio Erie Canal’s groundbreaking ceremony took place on July 4, 1825, in what is now Heath. Upon completion, the canal would link Lake Erie and the Ohio River and pass through Licking County, creating an economic boon for the area. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 23 2025 Wed The Ohio Canal and Licking County 6:00pm - 7:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Local History Event Details: The Ohio Erie Canal’s groundbreaking ceremony took place on July 4, 1825, in what is now Heath. Upon completion, the canal would link Lake Erie and the Ohio River and pass through Licking County, creating an economic boon for the area.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The History of Downtown Newark Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark Program Type: Local History Age Group: Adults Downtown Newark has undergone significant changes since it was founded in 1802 as a swamp-infested square. The program provides an overview of the history of the square and its buildings up to the year 1900. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 28 2025 Thu The History of Downtown Newark 6:00pm - 7:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Local History Event Details: Downtown Newark has undergone significant changes since it was founded in 1802 as a swamp-infested square. The program provides an overview of the history of the square and its buildings up to the year 1900.
Closed: Labor Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library Closing Sep 1 2025 Mon Closing Closed: Labor Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
Closed: Staff Development Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library Closing Oct 13 2025 Mon Closing Closed: Staff Development Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
Closed: Thanksgiving Day Eve Close Early @ 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 26, 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 Nov 26 2025 Wed Closing Closed: Thanksgiving Day Eve Close Early @ 5:00 p.m. 5:00pm - 8:00pm Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
Closed: Thanksgiving Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library Closing Nov 27 2025 Thu Closing Closed: Thanksgiving Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
Closed: Christmas Eve Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library Closing Dec 24 2025 Wed Closing Closed: Christmas Eve Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
Closed: Christmas Day All Day Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library Closing Dec 25 2025 Thu Closing Closed: Christmas Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
Closed: All Locations Close Early @ 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 31, 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 Dec 31 2025 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), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
