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Craft and Chat

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming
Event Details:
Bring your current project to work on while chatting with fellow crafty folks. All projects are welcome: knitting, crochet, cross stitch, embroidery, paper crafts, sewing, et al. Bring your craft questions and/or your expertise to help others. ...

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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.
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Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Local History
Registration Required
Event Details:
Born in Newark in 1857, Katharine Coman was a leading U.S. economist and historian at the turn of the twentieth century. A teacher and administrator, she was a trailblazer for women in her fields of study and connects Licking County to the poem Ameri...

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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.

Family Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Buckeye Lake
Library Branch: Buckeye Lake
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 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 "Adults" group.

Ask a Techspert

10:00am - 3:00pm
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech

Techsperts offer expert guidance and answers to common technology questions—for all skill levels! To schedule a free appointment at any of our locations call 740.349.5509 or email techspert@lickingcountylibrary.org. Zoom appointments are available.

Techsperts are made possible, in part, by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the State Library of Ohio.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

VITA Tax Preparation

10:00am - 7:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programming

Free Tax preparation and e-file for Federal, State and School District forms. Most taxpayers with an Adjusted Gross Income of $58,000 or less are eligible. Schedule an appointment by calling Licking County Coalition for Housing at 740.345.1970, ext. 200.

This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group.

Preschool Craft Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Utica
Library Branch: Utica
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Create a simple craft and enhance your child's creativity and self-expression. ...

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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.

Empowered Minds- Cutting the Cord

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech
Registration Required
Event Details:
Using the internet to stream TV and movies has become very popular over the past several years. Our Techsperts introduce the basics of streaming, what equipment is needed, what services are available, and how to get local channels. This class is t...
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group.

Don't Call It A Comeback Book Club

4:00pm - 6:30pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
Some stories never get old! This book club focuses on popular YA series from "The Golden Age of Teen Lit" and their film adaptations. This month we're discussing the best-selling YA series The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and the movie. ...

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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.

AARP Tax Prep

10:00am - 4:00pm
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programming

AARP professionally trained volunteers prepare federal, state and local tax returns for low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those sixty and older, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment call 740.641.2387, 8:30am - 4pm, Monday through Friday.

This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group.

Family Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
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 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.

PreK Art Play

10:30am - 11:30am
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Create art and explore different artistic mediums in this messy, hands-on art encounter where we emphasize process over product.   ...

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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.
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:
Series dates: March 7, 14, 28  Register once to attend all three sessions.  Facilitators from the Central Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association present in-depth 3-part information series for care partners. In the early stage of Alzheime...

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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.

Story Time and Stretches

10:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:
Kids combine simple stretches, poses and breaths as they explore stories and songs in this interactive movement-filled experience. Comfortable clothing is encouraged.  ...

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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.

Worms and Dirt Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Hebron
Library Branch: Hebron
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:
Discover the world of worms and learn what they eat, how they survive and what environment they live in. Weather permitting, this program will be held outside. Presented by Licking County Soil and Water Conservation District.  ...

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 "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:
Conservationist Beth Armstrong discusses the ever increasing role that zoo’s play in supporting field conservation efforts around the world. As the first Field Conservation Coordinator at the Columbus Zoo in the mid 1990’s, Beth offers a unique persp...

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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.

Campfire Story Time

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:
Gather around the campfire in your pajamas for s'more fun with stories and songs. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

AARP Tax Prep

10:00am - 4:00pm
Buckeye Lake
Library Branch: Buckeye Lake
Room: Small Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults

AARP professionally trained volunteers prepare federal, state and local tax returns for low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those sixty and older, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment call 740.641.2387, 8:30am - 4pm, Monday through Friday.

This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group.

Little Listeners: For the Birds

10:30am - 11:00am
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:
Licking County Soil and Water Conservation District joins us at this preschool story time that features our feathered friends.   ...

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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.

Behavioral Healthcare Partners (BHP)

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Location: Downtown Newark
Room: Community Corner
Purpose of Meeting
Licking County Library is partnering with Behavioral Healthcare Partners (BHP) to provide: Information on Community Resources Information on Care Now Clinic (Mental Health Urgent Care Facility) Warming Kits No Cook Food Bags (Donated by F...
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group.

Just Desserts

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Newark
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming
Registration Required
Event Details:
Sample sweet treats as we learn about the history of your favorite desserts! ...

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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.

LGBTQIA+ Book Group

6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
Everyone is welcome to engage in fun, respectful dialogue. Copies of Lavender House by Lev A.C. Rosen are available at the West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) location or download a copy from the Ohio Digital Library. ...

Book Writing Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Location: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Small Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting
Book writing ...
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group.

Family Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Buckeye Lake
Library Branch: Buckeye Lake
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 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 "Adults" group.

Ask a Techspert

10:00am - 3:00pm
Utica
Library Branch: Utica
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech

Techsperts offer expert guidance and answers to common technology questions—for all skill levels! To schedule a free appointment at any of our locations call 740.349.5509 or email techspert@lickingcountylibrary.org. Zoom appointments are available.

Techsperts are made possible, in part, by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the State Library of Ohio.