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Professor Tony

Color Our World: Tricks in Technicolor

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Small Meeting Room- Buckeye Lake at Buckeye Lake

Program Type:

General Programming, Speakers

Age Group:

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

Audience participation is encouraged as Professor Tony balances a Jenga game on his face and plays it, spins a bunch of bowls in the air, juggles seven balls and makes incredible things happen with sleight of hand.

Professor Tony

Color Our World: Tricks in Technicolor

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hebron

Program Type:

General Programming, Speakers

Age Group:

Elementary | Grades K-5
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Library Branch: Hebron
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming, Speakers
Event Details:

Audience participation is encouraged as Professor Tony balances a Jenga game on his face and plays it, spins a bunch of bowls in the air, juggles seven balls and makes incredible things happen with sleight of hand.

Professor Tony

Color Our World: Tricks in Technicolor

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark

Program Type:

General Programming, Performance

Age Group:

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

Audience participation is encouraged as Professor Tony balances a Jenga game on his face and plays it, spins a bunch of bowls in the air, juggles seven balls and makes incredible things happen with sleight of hand.

Professor Tony

Color Our World: Tricks in Technicolor

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Program Type:

General Programming, Performance

Age Group:

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

Audience participation is encouraged as Professor Tony balances a Jenga game on his face and plays it, spins a bunch of bowls in the air, juggles seven balls and makes incredible things happen with sleight of hand.

Professor Tony

Color Our World: Tricks in Technicolor

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)

Program Type:

General Programming, Speakers

Age Group:

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

Audience participation is encouraged as Professor Tony balances a Jenga game on his face and plays it, spins a bunch of bowls in the air, juggles seven balls and makes incredible things happen with sleight of hand.

Professor Tony

Color Our World: Tricks in Technicolor

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Utica

Program Type:

General Programming, Performance

Age Group:

Elementary | Grades K-5
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Library Branch: Utica
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

Audience participation is encouraged as Professor Tony balances a Jenga game on his face and plays it, spins a bunch of bowls in the air, juggles seven balls and makes incredible things happen with sleight of hand.

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Empowered Minds: Bison Restoration on the American Prairie

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Virtual
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

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Downtown Newark
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

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens | Grades 6-12
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
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

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens | Grades 6-12
Hebron
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.

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

10:30am–11:30am
Elementary | Grades K-5
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
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.

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Buckeye Lake
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.

Empowered Minds: Art of Japan

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Virtual
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.  

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Hebron
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.

Empowered Minds: Elk Reintroduction in Ohio

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults
Downtown Newark
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.

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

10:30am–11:30am
Elementary | Grades K-5
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
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.

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Utica
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.

Color Our World: Dr. Insecta Bug Lab Experience

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Downtown Newark
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.

Color Our World: Didgeridoo Down Under

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Buckeye Lake
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.

Color Our World: Didgeridoo Down Under

4:00pm–5:00pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Downtown Newark
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.

Color Our World: Didgeridoo Down Under

7:00pm–8:00pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
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.

5:00pm–8:00pm
All Branches
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
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library

Writers Workshop

3:30pm–4:30pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Downtown Newark
Open
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.

Empowered Minds: The Meaning of Title IX

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
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.

Empowered Minds: Art of the Ancient Near East

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Virtual
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.  

Color Our World: Pop Art Pet

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Hebron
Waitlist
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

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Downtown Newark
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

1:00pm–2:00pm
Elementary | Grades K-5
Buckeye Lake
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.

Empowered Minds: Food Democracy

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
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.