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Explore Ohio Like a Hobbit

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 5:30pm

West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

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Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: General Programming

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Hobbits only leave home under great duress, but when they do, they have grand adventures. Learn how you can get in shape and go on Middle-earth-inspired escapades close to home right here in Ohio.

Beekeeper Pretend and Play

04/30/2025 @ 10:30am to 05/02/2025 @ 5:00pm

Hebron

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Story Time

Age Group:

Early Learners | Birth-5

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Library Branch: Hebron

Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5

Program Type: Story Time

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Calling all little busy bees, imagine you are a beekeeper caring for a hive and selling your honey at the local market.

Exploring Care and Support Services

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark

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Classes & Workshops, Inclusive Programming, Speakers

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Adults

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Library Branch: Downtown Newark

Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Inclusive Programming, Speakers

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Alzheimer's Association, Central Ohio Chapter shares "Exploring Care and Support Services," which examines how best to prepare for future care decisions and changes, including respite care, residential care and end-of-life care.

Smartphone Photography Basics

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

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Tech

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Tech

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Do more with those precious photos! Learn basic photography, editing, storage, and sorting tips from a Licking County Library Techspert. Participants are encouraged to bring their smartphone and their questions to class.

Color Our World: Unique Gift Wrapping

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

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Arts & Crafts, General Programming

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Adults

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Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming

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Gift wrapping is more than just a way to present a gift. It's an expression of love and thoughtfulness. In this hands-on workshop, discover the art of gift wrapping to elevate your presents with style and creativity and take your w

Color Our World: Chemistry of Color

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Large Meeting Room- Johnstown at Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)

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Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance

Age Group:

Elementary | Grades K-5

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Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)

Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown

Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance

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Create rainbows, make something disappear, learn about invisible light and discover secret colors! The coolest take-homes will keep kids exploring long after the program.

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All Day	Closing Closed: Memorial Day All Day All Branches Branches: Buckeye Lake, Downtown Newark, Hebron, Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock), Utica, West Newark (Emerson R. Miller), Virtual, Off Site, Mobile Library
10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group. Tech Tuesdays 10:00am - 4:30pm Adults Downtown Newark This event is in the "Adults" group. 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.		This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Little Listeners: Rainy Days and Sunshine 10:30am - 11:00am Early Learners \| Birth-5 West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Event Details: There are so many great ways to teach your child about the weather and have some fun along the way! Support school readiness through stories, songs and activities! Designed for ages 3-5. 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.
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3 pm				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. Stonington Woods: Newark 3:00pm - 3:30pm 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. 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. 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. Reddington Village Condos: Newark 3:45pm - 4:15pm 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. 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.
4 pm		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. Citizens Park: Pataskala 4:00pm - 5:00pm 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. 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.	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. Summit Glen Rd.: Pataskala 4:00pm - 4:30pm 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. 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. 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. Autumn Way: Pataskala 4:45pm - 5:15pm 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. 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.	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. Shalimar Dr.: Newark 4:30pm - 5:00pm 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. 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.
5 pm		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. Woodington Dr.: Pataskala 5:15pm - 6:00pm 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. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Booked to Death 5:30pm - 6:30pm Adults Downtown Newark This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Event Details: Calling all armchair sleuths! Copies of The Guardians 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. Historical Drama Group 5:30pm - 6:30pm Adults West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) This event is in the "Adults" group. 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. 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. Marne Church: Marne 5:15pm - 5:45pm 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. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. LGBTQIA+ Book Group 5:30pm - 6:30pm Adults West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) This event is in the "Adults" group. 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.
6 pm		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. 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! 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. Mental Health Month: Art of Recovery Exhibit Celebration 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults Downtown Newark This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, Inclusive Programming Event Details: Licking County Library and the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Licking and Knox Counties offer a joint exhibition to elevate, through creative expression, the voices of those with experience of mental health issues, fostering understan

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