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LGBTQIA+ Book Group

6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
Everyone is welcome to engage in fun, respectful dialogue. Copies of Foundryside by Robert Jackson Bennett are available at the West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) location or download a copy from the Ohio Digital Library. ...

Next Chapter Book Club

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
A unique community-based book club program for adults with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. ...

Three-Eight Charlie Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs, Local History
Event Details:
In 1964, Newark's native Jerrie Mock became the first woman to fly around the world. Read her book, Three-Eight Charlie, and join a discussion with local history and aviation enthusiasts. Copies are available at the Downtown Newark location.&nbs...

Babcock Book Club

5:30pm - 7:00pm
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 The Women of the Copper Country by Mary Doria Russell are available at the Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) location or download a copy from The Ohio Digital Library. ...

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.

Romantasy Book & Craft Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
Celebrate the one year “bookaversary” of Rebecca Yarros’ hit new-adult novel, Fourth Wing. We’ll discuss the book and future of the series while painting our own bonded dragons! Copies are available at the Downtown Newark location or download a ...

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.

Silent Book Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
A book club without the assigned reading! Join your fellow book lovers in the quiet reading room on the 2nd floor for an hour of silent reading with an optional 30 minutes for socializing afterward. Connect with like-minded readers for good vibes and...

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.

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 Ship of Brides by Jojo Moyes are available at the West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) location or download a copy from The Ohio Digital Library. ...

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! Copies of The Color of Magic by Terry Pratchett are available at the Downtown Newark location or download a copy from the hoopla or The Ohio Digital 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.

Next Chapter Book Club

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
A unique community-based book club program for adults with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. ...

Empowered Minds: Buckeye Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
Explore books by some of the best Ohio-based authors. Copies of The Glassmaker's Wife by Lee Martin are available at the Downtown Newark location. ...

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.  

Booked to Death

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
Calling all armchair sleuths! Copies of The Girl Who Was Taken by Charlie Donela are available at the Downtown Newark location or download a copy from The Ohio Digital 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.

Historical Drama 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:
Delve into the untold stories behind history through film and gain a new perspective on the people and events that have shaped our world. Copies of Wyatt Earp with Kevin Costner are available at the West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) location. ...

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.

Closed: Memorial 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
Description:
All locations are closed in observance of Memorial Day. ...

LGBTQIA+ Book Group

6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
Everyone is welcome to engage in fun, respectful dialogue. Copies of Queer Ducks (and Other Animals) by Eliot Schrefer are available at the West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) location or download a copy from The Ohio Digital Library. ...

Next Chapter Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
A unique community-based book club program for adults with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. ...

Next Chapter Book Club

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
A unique community-based book club program for teens with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. ...

Next Chapter Book Club

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
A unique community-based book club program for adults with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. ...

Empowered Minds: Film Study

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Large Meeting Room-Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
Enjoy a screening of a film that touches on the relevant themes around aging. Stay after the film for a discussion. This month's title is Quartet starring Maggie Smith and Billy Connolly. ...

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: Buckeye Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
Explore books by some of the best Ohio-based authors. Copies of Savage Country by Robert Olmstead are available at the Downtown Newark location, or download a copy from The Ohio Digital Library. ...

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.  

Romantasy Book & Craft Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
Dive into a world of magic letters and journalism with the popular Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross. Discuss the book and future of the series while creating book page roses! Copies of Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross are available at the Downtown Newark l...

Babcock Book Club

5:30pm - 7:00pm
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 Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir are available at the Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) location or download a copy from The Ohio Digital Library. ...

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.

Silent Book Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
A book club without the assigned reading! Join your fellow book lovers in the quiet reading room on the 2nd floor for an hour of silent reading with an optional 30 minutes for socializing afterward. Connect with like-minded readers for good vibes and...

Next Chapter Book Club

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch: Downtown Newark
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs
Event Details:
A unique community-based book club program for adults with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. ...