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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Read with Hope! 10:00am–10:45am Elementary | Grades K-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Read with Hope! 10:00am–10:45am Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Spend Thursday mornings with your favorite reading buddy, Hope! She is a Pet Partners certified therapy dog and a very good girl who loves when kids read to her. Visit her in our children's area—she cannot wait to see you! 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Y on the Fly 10:30am–12:00pm Elementary | Grades K-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Y on the Fly 10:30am–12:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming Event Details: Buckeye Valley Family YMCA brings a variety of games and STEM/STEAM activities weekly. 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 Jul 9 2026 Thu Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12 Downtown Newark 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 Jul 9 2026 Thu Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level. 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 9 2026 Thu SHARKS! 1:15pm–2:15pm Adults Downtown Newark This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 9 2026 Thu SHARKS! 1:15pm–2:15pm 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 Jul 9 2026 Thu 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 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 Jul 9 2026 Thu Fredonia Mall: Fredonia (Sprinter Van) 3:15pm–3:45pm Mobile Library 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 Jul 9 2026 Thu 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 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 Jul 9 2026 Thu Shalimar Dr: Newark (Sprinter Van) 4:15pm–4:45pm Mobile Library 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 "Adults" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Unearth a Story: Dinosaurs After Dark 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Lakewood Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Unearth a Story: Dinosaurs After Dark 7:00pm–8:00pm Lakewood Open 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 "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Dinosaur Play Date 10:30am–11:30am Early Learners | Birth-5 Downtown Newark This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Unearth a Story: Dinosaur Play Date 10:30am–11:30am Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Stomp like a dinosaur to the Library for a dino-themed play date, complete with sensory bins and a craft! Learn and play like a dinosaur at the different early literacy stations. 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 Jul 10 2026 Fri Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12 Downtown Newark 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 Jul 10 2026 Fri Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level. 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 11 2026 Sat Unearth a Story: Prehistoric LEGO® Challenge 11:00am–12:30pm Elementary | Grades K-5 Lakewood This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 11 2026 Sat Unearth a Story: Prehistoric LEGO® Challenge 11:00am–12:30pm Lakewood Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Step into a prehistoric world and design your own dinosaur-inspired LEGO® creations! Build, explore, and bring your prehistoric ideas to life. Finally, give your dinosaur a story and put them on display for everyone to visit! 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 13 2026 Mon Read with Andrew! 10:00am–10:45am Elementary | Grades K-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 13 2026 Mon Read with Andrew! 10:00am–10:45am Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Spend Monday mornings with your favorite reading buddy, Andrew! He is a Pet Partners certified therapy dog and a very good boy who loves when kids read to him. Visit him in our children's area—he cannot wait to see you! 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 Jul 13 2026 Mon Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12 Downtown Newark 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 Jul 13 2026 Mon Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level. 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 Jul 13 2026 Mon Kroger: Johnstown 3:15pm–3:45pm Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults Mobile Library Offsite Event 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 Jul 13 2026 Mon Kroger: Johnstown 3:15pm–3:45pm Mobile Library 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 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 Jul 13 2026 Mon "Captain America" Movie Night 5:30pm–8:00pm Adults Downtown Newark This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 13 2026 Mon "Captain America" Movie Night 5:30pm–8:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Come and watch as the first Avenger fights for what's right in Captain America: The First Avenger (PG-13). Teens are also welcome. You bring your friends, we'll supply the popcorn. 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Monkey See, Monkey Do! 10:00am–11:00am Elementary | Grades K-5 Lakewood This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Monkey See, Monkey Do! 10:00am–11:00am Lakewood Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming, Performance Event Details: There's no business like monkey business! Max and Vinnie are expert zookeepers, but keeping the rascally monkeys from getting into trouble is easier said than done. When Mr. 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Dig into Decomposition 10:30am–11:30am Elementary | Grades K-5 West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Dig into Decomposition 10:30am–11:30am West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Licking County Recycling visits today to show us decomposition in action! Take a look at how things break down and become part of the soil again and learn about how you can compost at home. 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 Jul 14 2026 Tue Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12 Downtown Newark 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 Jul 14 2026 Tue Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level. 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Monkey See, Monkey Do! 1:00pm–2:00pm Elementary | Grades K-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Monkey See, Monkey Do! 1:00pm–2:00pm Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming, Performance Event Details: There's no business like monkey business! Max and Vinnie are expert zookeepers, but keeping the rascally monkeys from getting into trouble is easier said than done. When Mr. 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Monkey See, Monkey Do! 4:00pm–5:00pm Elementary | Grades K-5 Downtown Newark This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Unearth a Story: Monkey See, Monkey Do! 4:00pm–5:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming, Performance Event Details: There's no business like monkey business! Max and Vinnie are expert zookeepers, but keeping the rascally monkeys from getting into trouble is easier said than done. When Mr. 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 Newark Männerchor: German American Songs 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 14 2026 Tue Newark Männerchor: German American Songs 6:30pm–7:30pm West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Did you know there are many German immigrants who have contributed to the musical tapestry of our nation? 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 "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 15 2026 Wed Unearth a Story: Monkey See, Monkey Do! 10:00am–11:00am Elementary | Grades K-5 West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group Jul 15 2026 Wed Unearth a Story: Monkey See, Monkey Do! 10:00am–11:00am West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming, Performance Event Details: There's no business like monkey business! Max and Vinnie are expert zookeepers, but keeping the rascally monkeys from getting into trouble is easier said than done. When Mr. 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 Jul 15 2026 Wed Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12 Downtown Newark 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 Jul 15 2026 Wed Summer Lunches 12:00pm–1:00pm Downtown Newark Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Free lunch at the Library for children 18 and under. Held at our Downtown Newark location on the lower level. 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.
