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BritLit Book Group

5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:

British-themed reads that can't be Thamed! Copies of The Mystery of Mrs.

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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.

Adventure Begins: Woodland Foraging Basics

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Newark
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Large Meeting Room-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Naturopathic doctor and forager Diana Hand offers an overview of foraging for wild edible and medicinal plants.

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.

Speech & Language Story Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5
Program Type: Story Time
Event Details:

Enjoy story time with LEADS Head Start! Experience a story time encouraging speech and language development with storytelling, songs and activities.

Adventure Begins: Newark Earthworks

1:00pm - 2:00pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Local History
Event Details:

Ohio History Connection helps us learn more about the Newark Earthworks, an American Indian monument built in Licking County 2,000 years ago. Take a virtual tour and experience some of the items that Native Americans used in their daily lives.

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.

Adventure Begins: Mythical Movie

1:00pm - 3:30pm
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:

All ages are welcome to watch this family-friendly movie rooted in mythology. This week's matinee is Jason and the Argonauts.

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.

Adventure Begins: Interactive Movie, Up!

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Downtown Newark
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience the adventure-filled movie Up! like you never have before! Enjoy snacks, props, prizes and more.

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.

Fourth St.: Brownsville

4:00pm - 4:30pm
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:

Visit our Mobile Library!

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.

Deer Trail Dr.: Thornville

4:45pm - 5:30pm
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:

Visit our Mobile Library!

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.

Adventure Begins: Around the Campfire

5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

Gather family and grab a blanket! Spend some time together around a fire sharing stories and activities that change each week.

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.

EXTRAterrestrial Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:

Discuss the month's book with your fellow earthlings!

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.

Jacksontown Rd.: Jacksontown

5:45pm - 6:15pm
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:

Visit our Mobile Library!

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.

Adventure Begins: Alice in Wonderland

10:30am - 10:30am
Buckeye Lake
Library Branch: Buckeye Lake
Room: Small Meeting Room- Buckeye Lake
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

Bright Star Touring Company brings Lewis Carroll's classic tale alive with all of its absurdity and charm!

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.

Creating Healthier Lives with SNAP-ED

10:30am - 11:30am
Downtown Newark
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Small Meeting Room- Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Michelle Duffy, Program Assistant for SNAP-Ed at OSU Extension, offers a class on nutrition and wellness. Topics include MyPlate, proteins, fruits and vegetables, whole grains, dairy and food shopping.

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.

Adventure Begins: Upcycled Cinderella

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

When the performers fail to show up, the janitors take over! Bright Star Touring Company presents Upcycled Cinderella, a hilarious fairytale with an eco-friendly theme!

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.

JusticeMobile

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Programming
Event Details:

Licking County Library is partnering with The JusticeMobile, a non-profit mobilized program that offers regular, onsite legal clinics and educational workshops for those who need it. Hop on to get resources and answers to legal questions.

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.

Navigator: eContent

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Small Meeting Room- Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech
Event Details:

Learn about our eBook services: Libby and hoopla. Explore how to find eBooks and digital audiobooks, place them on hold and check them out.

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.

Tech Mondays

10:00am - 4:30pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tech
Event Details:

Techsperts are available to answer your technology questions. No appointment is necessary.

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.

Adventure Begins: Ohio School of Falconry

11:00am - 12:00pm
Utica
Library Branch: Utica
Room: Small Meeting Room- Utica
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: General Programming, Speakers
Event Details:

Ohio School of Falconry shows off a variety of Ohio birds of prey, including a Eurasian eagle owl, Harris' hawk, peregrine falcon, barn owl and a special guest.

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: Ohio's Pollinators

11:00am - 12:30pm
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

As part of our Master Gardener Series, member volunteers with the OSU Extension Licking County Master Gardener program present a variety of practical tips and techniques for gardening as we age, to help us keep growing the things we love.

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.

Adventure Begins: Farm Animals

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hebron
Library Branch: Hebron
Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Exhibits, General Programming, Performance
Event Details:

Get up close and personal with various ages of chickens, ducks, rabbits, a turkey, sheep, goats and a pig.

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.

Reddington Village Condos: Newark

3:45pm - 4:15pm
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:

Visit our Mobile Library!

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.

Shalimar Dr.: Newark

4:30pm - 5:00pm
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:

Visit our Mobile Library!

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.

Marne Church: Marne

5:15pm - 5:45pm
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:

Visit our Mobile Library!

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.

Anime Hang Out

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming
Event Details:

Hang out and possibly make friends along the way—all while watching anime and crafting.

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.