This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 23 2026 Tue Master Your Online Job Search 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Lakewood Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 23 2026 Tue Master Your Online Job Search 6:00pm–7:00pm Lakewood Open Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech Registration Required Event Details: Learn the essentials of navigating popular job search websites and creating professional online profiles. 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 "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jun 25 2026 Thu Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am–11:30am Early Learners | Birth-5 Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jun 25 2026 Thu Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am–11:30am Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Library Lab Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Designed for students entering kindergarten in the fall, this 8-week program introduces educational and social elements of the kindergarten experience in an effort to boost the confidence of the student beginning their education 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 Jul 2 2026 Thu Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am–11:30am Early Learners | Birth-5 Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jul 2 2026 Thu Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am–11:30am Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Library Lab Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Designed for students entering kindergarten in the fall, this 8-week program introduces educational and social elements of the kindergarten experience in an effort to boost the confidence of the student beginning their education 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.
Jul 4 2026 Sat Closed: Independence Day All Day All Branches Closing Jul 4 2026 Sat Closing Closed: Independence Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Dinosaur Cupcake Challenge 11:00am–12:00pm Teens | Grades 6-12 Lakewood Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Dinosaur Cupcake Challenge 11:00am–12:00pm Lakewood Open Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming Registration Required Event Details: Who doesn't love dinosaurs and cupcakes? Learn basic cupcake decorating skills, design your own edible prehistoric masterpiece, and connect with other creative teens. 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 Jul 8 2026 Wed Unearth a Story: Introducing the Dinosaurs 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Unearth a Story: Introducing the Dinosaurs 6:30pm–7:30pm Downtown Newark Open 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 Jul 9 2026 Thu Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am–11:30am Early Learners | Birth-5 Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am–11:30am Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Library Lab Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Designed for students entering kindergarten in the fall, this 8-week program introduces educational and social elements of the kindergarten experience in an effort to boost the confidence of the student beginning their education 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 Jul 9 2026 Thu And the Password Is... 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Off Site Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 9 2026 Thu And the Password Is... 1:00pm–2:00pm Off Site Open 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 Jul 9 2026 Thu American Revolution: Shot Heard Round the World to Declaration of Independence 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Downtown Newark This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 9 2026 Thu American Revolution: Shot Heard Round the World to Declaration of Independence 1:00pm–3:00pm Downtown Newark 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 Jul 11 2026 Sat Unearth a Story: Uncovering Ancestors 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Downtown Newark This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 11 2026 Sat Unearth a Story: Uncovering Ancestors 11:00am–12:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Local History Event Details: Looking to uncover the roots of your family tree? In this introduction, explore the basics of genealogy and learn how to start your research into your family. 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 Jul 13 2026 Mon Unearth a Story: Pebble Tree 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 13 2026 Mon Unearth a Story: Pebble Tree 6:30pm–7:30pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Upcoming Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Dig deep into your artsy side to create a natural or fantastical tree with rocks and other materials. 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 Jul 14 2026 Tue Never See "Storage Full" Again! 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Never See "Storage Full" Again! 1:00pm–2:00pm Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech Registration Required Event Details: Stop worrying about "Storage Full" messages and learn how to keep your cherished memories safe without the stress of monthly fees. 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 "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jul 16 2026 Thu Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am–11:30am Early Learners | Birth-5 Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jul 16 2026 Thu Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am–11:30am Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Library Lab Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Designed for students entering kindergarten in the fall, this 8-week program introduces educational and social elements of the kindergarten experience in an effort to boost the confidence of the student beginning their education 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 Jul 23 2026 Thu Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am–11:30am Early Learners | Birth-5 Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am–11:30am Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Library Lab Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Event Details: Designed for students entering kindergarten in the fall, this 8-week program introduces educational and social elements of the kindergarten experience in an effort to boost the confidence of the student beginning their education 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 Jul 23 2026 Thu Basic Computing 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 23 2026 Thu Basic Computing 1:00pm–2:00pm Downtown Newark Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech Registration Required Event Details: This class provides a gentle introduction to the essential parts of a computer, from navigating the desktop to understanding basic hardware. 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 Aug 13 2026 Thu Cutting the Cable Cord 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Aug 13 2026 Thu Cutting the Cable Cord 1:00pm–2:00pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech Event Details: Using the internet to stream TV and movies has become very popular over the past several years. 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.
Sep 7 2026 Mon Closed: Labor Day All Day All Branches Closing Sep 7 2026 Mon Closing Closed: Labor Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Oct 12 2026 Mon Closed: Staff Development Day All Day All Branches Closing Oct 12 2026 Mon Closing Closed: Staff Development Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Nov 25 2026 Wed Closed: All Locations Close Early @ 5:00 p.m. 5:00pm–8:00pm All Branches Closing Nov 25 2026 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), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Nov 26 2026 Thu Closed: Thanksgiving Day All Day All Branches Closing Nov 26 2026 Thu Closing Closed: Thanksgiving Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Dec 24 2026 Thu Closed: Christmas Eve Day All Day All Branches Closing Dec 24 2026 Thu Closing Closed: Christmas Eve Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Dec 25 2026 Fri Closed: Christmas Day All Day All Branches Closing Dec 25 2026 Fri Closing Closed: Christmas Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Dec 31 2026 Thu Closed: All Locations Close Early @ 5:00 p.m. 5:00pm–8:00pm All Branches Closing Dec 31 2026 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), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Jan 1 2027 Fri Closed: New Year's Day All Day All Branches Closing Jan 1 2027 Fri Closing Closed: New Year's Day All Day Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Lakewood, Mobile Library, Off Site, Utica, Virtual, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
