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Adventures in Art

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Inclusive Programming
Event Details:

A time for adults with disabilities to explore arts and crafts while practicing self-expression.

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

Park Lanes: Heath

3:15pm–3:45pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

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

Woodland Ct.: Heath

4:00pm–4:30pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

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

Fox Run Dr.: Heath

4:45pm–5:15pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

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

Unearth a Story: Dinosaur Trivia

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

Do you know your dinosaurs? Join us for a fun night of dinosaur trivia. Winners will get a choice of a dinosaur-themed prize. Teens 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.

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

CRT Realtors by Water's Edge Community Ctr.: Buckeye Lake

3:15pm–4:15pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

 

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

Sunset Drive: Hebron

4:30pm–5:15pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

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

First Community Church: Buckeye Lake

5:30pm–6:00pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

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

Unearth a Story: Introducing the Dinosaurs

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Downtown Newark
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Speakers
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dale Gnidovec, curator of the Orton Geological Museum at Ohio State University, opens a window onto the world of hunting dinosaurs.

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

Condominiums at Northtowne

11:00am–11:45am
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

This event is in the "Adults" group

And the Password Is...

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Off Site
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech
Registration Required
Event Details:

Passwords, passkeys, 2FA—what does it all mean? Our Techspert will walk you through some simple ways to keep track of all those different security measures that keep our digital life safe.

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

Dr. Barbara Terzian discusses the events of Lexington and Concord, Thomas Paine's Common Sense, and the Declaration of Independence.

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

SHARKS!

1:15pm–2:15pm
Adults
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming, Inclusive Programming
Event Details:

See what kinds of sharks and other marine life you can spot on the free live shark cam powered by EXPLORE.org while making your very own shark tooth necklace. This program is designed for teens and adults with disabilities.

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

Fredonia Mall: Fredonia (Sprinter Van)

3:15pm–3:45pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

The Sprinter Van is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

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

Brownsville Christian Life Center: Brownsville

4:00pm–4:30pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

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

Shalimar Dr: Newark (Sprinter Van)

4:15pm–4:45pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

The Sprinter Van is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

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

Deer Trail Drive: Thornville

4:45pm–5:30pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

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

Babcock Book Club

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:

Copies of 1984 by George Orwell are available at the Johnstown (Mary E.

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

Eagle Wings Academy: Jacksontown

5:45pm–6:15pm
Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Mobile Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults
Event Details:

The Mobile Library is visiting your community! Browse books for all ages and enjoy creative crafts, games, and interactive displays for children and adults.

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

Unearth a Story: Dinosaurs After Dark

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Lakewood
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lakewood
Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programming
Registration Required
Event Details:

A kid-free evening of friends, fun, and dinosaurs! Test your knowledge with Jurassic Park trivia, break apart dinosaur eggs, and enjoy other themed activities.

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

Maples & Manuscripts

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Off Site
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Unearth a Story: Escape Room

12:00pm–12:45pm
Adults
Mobile Library
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape.

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

Unearth a Story: Escape Room

12:45pm–1:30pm
Adults
Mobile Library
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape.

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

Unearth a Story: Escape Room

1:30pm–2:15pm
Adults
Mobile Library
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into a Jurassic Park-themed escape room on the Mobile Library, where the security systems have failed and dinosaurs are on the loose. Your team must solve puzzles, crack clues, and search for hidden keys to start the Jeep and escape.

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.