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Friends of the Licking County Library

Friends of the Licking County Library Book Sale

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 9:00am - 3:00pm

Off Site

Program Type:

Book Sale

Age Group:

Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5, Elementary | Grades K-5, Teens | Grades 6-12, Adults

Program Type: Book Sale

Event Details:

Support YOUR library while adding to your personal collection! The sale is in the former State Farm building at 1440 Granville Road, Newark. Books are sold for $5 per bag and distributed at the door.

Winter Tales from Around the World

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

Elementary | Grades K-5

Library Branch: Downtown Newark

Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark

Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5

Program Type: Performance

Event Details:

On dark, chilly winter days, songs and stories light up our hearts! Come sing and dance with songwriter/storyteller Joanie Calem and her special "Winter Tales from Around the World." All ages welcome.

Ask A Techspert

Beanstack: Challenge Accepted!

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Tech

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Downtown Newark

Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech

Registration Required

Event Details:

Discover how to participate in the Library's Winter Reading Challenge (begins January 2) using Beanstack. Our Techspert will show you how to create an account and join the challenge.

Jane Austen Tea & Etiquette Party

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Program Type:

General Programming

Age Group:

Adults

Waitlist

Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: General Programming

Registration Required

Event Details:

Curious about tea culture or seeking a relaxing escape? Our Jane Austen Tea & Etiquette Party invites you to sip delicious tea, sample light refreshments, and learn about the graceful traditions from the Regency era of tea etiquette.&nbsp

Jane Austen's Birthday Game Night

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Small Meeting Room- Utica at Utica

Program Type:

Activity Clubs, General Programming

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Utica

Room: Small Meeting Room- Utica

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming

Registration Required

Event Details:

Debut your Regency game skills in a fun night of celebrating the 250th birthday of Jane Austen. Enjoy a variety of games including cards, charades, riddles, and more. Regency attire is welcome!

The Wes Holly Show

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

Elementary | Grades K-5

Library Branch: Downtown Newark

Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark

Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5

Program Type: Performance

Event Details:

Families are welcome to this song and dance party! When Wes Holly picks up his guitar or banjo, your children will be clapping, dancing, singing and laughing. Both new and familiar songs will be sung.

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Time	Sun (12/08)	Mon (12/09)	Tue (12/10)	Wed (12/11)	Thu (12/12)	Fri (12/13)	Sat (12/14)
10 am							This event is in the "Adults" group Gift Wrapping Station 10:00am–2:30pm Adults Buckeye Lake This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Buckeye Lake Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops, General Programming Event Details: Need to wrap gifts but don't have the supplies or space to do it? Drop in December 7, 14 or 21 to use our designated gift-wrapping station! Staff are available to help wrap tricky items. 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.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Adventures in Art 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Downtown Newark This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Inclusive Programming Event Details: A time for adults and teens with disabilities to explore art while practicing self-expression.				This event is in the "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group Crochet & Cocoa 1:00pm–2:00pm Teens \| Grades 6-12 Downtown Newark This event is in the "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Teens \| Grades 6-12 Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Bring in a crochet project or start a new one while drinking hot cocoa with friends. 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.
2 pm					This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group Cancelled Pine Cone Christmas Trees 2:30pm–3:30pm Early Learners \| Birth-5 Downtown Newark This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Transform a simple pine cone into a tree for the holidays. 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.
3 pm
4 pm		This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group Babcock Holiday Bash 4:00pm–6:00pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Celebrate the season with a magical photo session alongside Santa and his reindeer. In addition to capturing these special memories, enjoy a variety of holiday activities, from crafting beautiful decorations to playing holly jolly games. 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group Cinnamon Ornaments 5:00pm–6:30pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Buckeye Lake Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Buckeye Lake Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Registration Required Event Details: Measure the ingredients, mix the dough and cut out shapes to make a cinnamon-scented ornament. 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 "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group Ugly Sweater Diamond Art 5:30pm–6:30pm Teens \| Grades 6-12 West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Teens \| Grades 6-12 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Registration Required Event Details: Create a unique ugly sweater keychain using glittery crystals. 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.
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Romantasy Book & Craft Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Downtown Newark Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book & Viewers' Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Do you love fantasy mixed with your romance? This is a book club where discussions and making a craft go hand in hand. Materials are provided. This event is in the "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group Teen Tuesdays 6:00pm–7:00pm Teens \| Grades 6-12 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Teens \| Grades 6-12 Program Type: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative with crafty projects and games—there is something new every week. Don't miss out!