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Featured Events

Beekeeper Pretend and Play

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

Hebron

Program Type:

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

Event Details:

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

Smartphone Photography Basics

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

West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Program Type:

Tech

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Tech

Registration Required

Event Details:

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)

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, General Programming

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming

Registration Required

Event Details:

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)

Program Type:

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

Event Details:

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.

Color Our World: Chemistry of Color

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hebron

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance

Age Group:

Elementary | Grades K-5

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Library Branch: Hebron

Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance

Event Details:

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.

Color Our World: Chemistry of Color

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance

Age Group:

Elementary | Grades K-5

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Library Branch: Downtown Newark

Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark

Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance

Event Details:

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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10 am	This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Family Story Time 10:30am - 11:30am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Utica This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Utica Room: Small Meeting Room- Utica Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5.	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. Copy of Family Story Time 10:30am - 11:00am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5. 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. Pre-K Art Play 10:30am - 11:30am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Downtown Newark This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Explore different mediums and create art in this messy, hands-on encounter where process over product is emphasized. 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. Y on the Fly 10:00am - 11:30am Elementary \| Grades K-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. 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 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. Color Our World: Musical Masterpieces 10:30am - 11:00am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Hebron This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Hebron Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Preschoolers will explore feelings through music and finger painting! As classical music plays, they'll use colors and textures to express emotions like joy, excitement, and calm. Supplies provided; please dress for a mess. 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. Family Story Time 10:30am - 11:00am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Hebron This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Hebron Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Event Details: Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5.	This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Family Story Time 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 Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5. This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am - 11:30am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Library Lab Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Registration Required Event Details: Designed for students entering kindergarten in Fall 2025, this 8-week program introduces educational and social elements of the kindergarten experience in an effort to boost the confidence of the student beginning their educational journey. 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. Sharon Glyn Senior Apartments: Newark 10:00am - 10:30am Adults Mobile Library Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: 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. Family Story Time 10:30am - 11:00am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Buckeye Lake This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Buckeye Lake Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: General Programming, Story Time Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5. 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.
11 am					This event is in the "Adults" group. Bill E. Mitchell Retirement Village: Heath 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Mobile Library Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: 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.
12 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. The Village on Main: Newark 12:30pm - 1:00pm 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.
1 pm		This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Color Our World: Mobile Library Story Time 1:30pm - 2:15pm Early Learners \| Birth-5 Mobile Library Offsite Event This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Event Details: What could be better than story time? Story time in the park plus fun and games! If the rain comes, we've got a plan for that, too. 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. Color Our World: Future Artists 1:00pm - 2:00pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Buckeye Lake This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Library Branch: Buckeye Lake Room: Small Meeting Room- Buckeye Lake Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance Event Details: Is the use of color a science or an art? Get creative with The Works and learn about synesthesia, colors and collage as we discover how science and art intersect. 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. Color Our World: Tiny Art 1:00pm - 2:00pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Open Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Registration Required Event Details: Shrinky Dinks® are a really fun STEAM activity where art meets science! All children need to register and must be accompanied by an adult. 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 "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group. Sphero® Showdown 1:00pm - 2:00pm Teens \| Grades 6-12 Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group. Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Teens \| Grades 6-12 Program Type: Tech Registration Required Event Details: Dive into the world of robotics and coding with Sphero®! Library Techsperts will guide you through block coding, allowing you to program these awesome robots to navigate challenges and perform cool tricks. 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. 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. Color Our World: Movie Matinee 1:00pm - 3:30pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: All ages are welcome to come together to watch this family-friendly movie. This week's matinee is Trolls Band Together. 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. 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. Color Our World: Ancient Arts and Crafts 2:15pm - 3:15pm 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 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Experiment with ancient arts and crafts in and around the 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 "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Color Our World: Tie-Dye 2:00pm - 3:30pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Mobile Library Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Who doesn't love tie-dye fun in the sun? If the rain comes, we've got a plan for that, too. Bring something to tie-dye, and we'll supply the rest! There will also be other fun and games available. 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. Color Our World: Art Buffet 2:30pm - 3:30pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Downtown Newark This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Peruse the "Art Buffet" where tables are loaded with art supplies from the ordinary to the extraordinary. Explore the creative process and make your own masterpiece! 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. Color Our World: Mobile Library Story Time 2:30pm - 3:15pm Early Learners \| Birth-5 Mobile Library Offsite Event This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Event Details: What could be better than story time? Story time in the park plus fun and games! If the rain comes, we've got a plan for that, too. 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. Color Our World: COTC Pataskala Kiosk Finale 2:30pm - 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 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Celebrate all your reading achievements from our 2025 Summer Library Program: Color Our World with our ancient-art-themed Mobile Library at the kiosk. 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. Color Our World: Legacy Park Hanover Kiosk Finale 2:30pm - 3:30pm Early Learners \| Birth-5, Elementary \| Grades K-5, Teens \| Grades 6-12, Adults Off Site 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: Off Site Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5, Elementary \| Grades K-5, Teens \| Grades 6-12, Adults Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Celebrate all your reading achievements from our 2025 Summer Library Program: Color Our World! 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.
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. Color Our World: Ancient Arts and Crafts 3:30pm - 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 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Experiment with ancient arts and crafts in and around the 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. Lynd Fruit Farm 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.
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 "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Youth Classics Book Club 4:15pm - 5:00pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Downtown Newark This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Library Lab Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Event Details: Whether you are an emergent or independent reader, sharpen your skills through discussion, vocabulary development and creative thinking with your peers. Participants can vote on the chapter book the group reads. 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. 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 "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Summer Author Talk: Rex Ogle 4:00pm - 5:00pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs, General Programming, Speakers Event Details: Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. Register and submit questions for the author. 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. Licking Valley Rd.: Perryton 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. The Well: Toboso 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.
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. Potters Grove: Newark 5:00pm - 5:30pm 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. Newark Village Apartments: Newark 5:45pm - 6:15pm 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. 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 "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group. Color Our World: Flower Pounding Art 5:30pm - 6:30pm Teens \| Grades 6-12 West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group. Open Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Teens \| Grades 6-12 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Registration Required Event Details: Take a hammer to some flowers and turn your aggression into a beautiful piece of fabric art. Open to teens 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. 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 Edge of Evil by J.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. 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, General Programming 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. W. High St.: Hanover 5:30pm - 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. Color Our World: Hues and Cues Game Night 5:30pm - 6:30pm Adults Utica Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Library Branch: Utica Room: Small Meeting Room- Utica Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programming Registration Required Event Details: In this award-winning vibrant game of colorful communication, players are challenged to make connections to colors with words. Since everyone imagines colors differently, connecting colors and clues has never been this much fun! 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, General Programming Event Details: Everyone is welcome to engage in fun, respectful dialogue. This event is in the "Adults" group. Color Our World: Art Heist Escape Room 5:45pm - 7:00pm Adults Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programming Registration Required Event Details: Solve puzzles to unlock the mystery in this art heist-themed escape room! 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. Any Book Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Event Details: Join other book lovers to talk about your latest reads. Instead of an assigned book, read whatever you'd like and come ready to discuss it. 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. 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. The Ohio Canal and Licking County 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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: Local History Event Details: The Ohio Erie Canal’s groundbreaking ceremony took place on July 4, 1825, in what is now Heath. Upon completion, the canal would link Lake Erie and the Ohio River and pass through Licking County, creating an economic boon for the area.

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10 am	This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Family Story Time 10:30am - 11:30am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Utica This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Utica Room: Small Meeting Room- Utica Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5.	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. Copy of Family Story Time 10:30am - 11:00am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5. 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. Pre-K Art Play 10:30am - 11:30am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Downtown Newark This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Explore different mediums and create art in this messy, hands-on encounter where process over product is emphasized. 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. Y on the Fly 10:00am - 11:30am Elementary \| Grades K-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. 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 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. Color Our World: Musical Masterpieces 10:30am - 11:00am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Hebron This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Hebron Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Preschoolers will explore feelings through music and finger painting! As classical music plays, they'll use colors and textures to express emotions like joy, excitement, and calm. Supplies provided; please dress for a mess. 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. Family Story Time 10:30am - 11:00am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Hebron This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Hebron Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Event Details: Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5.	This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Family Story Time 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 Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5. This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Kindergarten Boot Camp 10:30am - 11:30am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Library Lab Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Registration Required Event Details: Designed for students entering kindergarten in Fall 2025, this 8-week program introduces educational and social elements of the kindergarten experience in an effort to boost the confidence of the student beginning their educational journey. 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. Sharon Glyn Senior Apartments: Newark 10:00am - 10:30am Adults Mobile Library Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: 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. Family Story Time 10:30am - 11:00am Early Learners \| Birth-5 Buckeye Lake This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Buckeye Lake Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: General Programming, Story Time Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs that help develop early literacy skills! Designed for ages birth through 5. 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.
11 am					This event is in the "Adults" group. Bill E. Mitchell Retirement Village: Heath 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Mobile Library Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: 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.
12 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. The Village on Main: Newark 12:30pm - 1:00pm 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.
1 pm		This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Color Our World: Mobile Library Story Time 1:30pm - 2:15pm Early Learners \| Birth-5 Mobile Library Offsite Event This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Event Details: What could be better than story time? Story time in the park plus fun and games! If the rain comes, we've got a plan for that, too. 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. Color Our World: Future Artists 1:00pm - 2:00pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Buckeye Lake This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Library Branch: Buckeye Lake Room: Small Meeting Room- Buckeye Lake Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops, General Programming, Performance Event Details: Is the use of color a science or an art? Get creative with The Works and learn about synesthesia, colors and collage as we discover how science and art intersect. 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. Color Our World: Tiny Art 1:00pm - 2:00pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Open Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Registration Required Event Details: Shrinky Dinks® are a really fun STEAM activity where art meets science! All children need to register and must be accompanied by an adult. 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 "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group. Sphero® Showdown 1:00pm - 2:00pm Teens \| Grades 6-12 Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group. Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Teens \| Grades 6-12 Program Type: Tech Registration Required Event Details: Dive into the world of robotics and coding with Sphero®! Library Techsperts will guide you through block coding, allowing you to program these awesome robots to navigate challenges and perform cool tricks. 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. 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. Color Our World: Movie Matinee 1:00pm - 3:30pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: All ages are welcome to come together to watch this family-friendly movie. This week's matinee is Trolls Band Together. 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. 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. Color Our World: Ancient Arts and Crafts 2:15pm - 3:15pm 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 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Experiment with ancient arts and crafts in and around the 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 "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Color Our World: Tie-Dye 2:00pm - 3:30pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Mobile Library Open Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Open Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Who doesn't love tie-dye fun in the sun? If the rain comes, we've got a plan for that, too. Bring something to tie-dye, and we'll supply the rest! There will also be other fun and games available. 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. Color Our World: Art Buffet 2:30pm - 3:30pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Downtown Newark This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Peruse the "Art Buffet" where tables are loaded with art supplies from the ordinary to the extraordinary. Explore the creative process and make your own masterpiece! 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. Color Our World: Mobile Library Story Time 2:30pm - 3:15pm Early Learners \| Birth-5 Mobile Library Offsite Event This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group. Library Branch: Mobile Library Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5 Program Type: Story Time Event Details: What could be better than story time? Story time in the park plus fun and games! If the rain comes, we've got a plan for that, too. 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. Color Our World: COTC Pataskala Kiosk Finale 2:30pm - 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 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Celebrate all your reading achievements from our 2025 Summer Library Program: Color Our World with our ancient-art-themed Mobile Library at the kiosk. 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. Color Our World: Legacy Park Hanover Kiosk Finale 2:30pm - 3:30pm Early Learners \| Birth-5, Elementary \| Grades K-5, Teens \| Grades 6-12, Adults Off Site 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: Off Site Age Group: Early Learners \| Birth-5, Elementary \| Grades K-5, Teens \| Grades 6-12, Adults Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Celebrate all your reading achievements from our 2025 Summer Library Program: Color Our World! 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.
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. Color Our World: Ancient Arts and Crafts 3:30pm - 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 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Experiment with ancient arts and crafts in and around the 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. Lynd Fruit Farm 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.
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 "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Youth Classics Book Club 4:15pm - 5:00pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Downtown Newark This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Library Lab Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Event Details: Whether you are an emergent or independent reader, sharpen your skills through discussion, vocabulary development and creative thinking with your peers. Participants can vote on the chapter book the group reads. 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. 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 "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Summer Author Talk: Rex Ogle 4:00pm - 5:00pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs, General Programming, Speakers Event Details: Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. Register and submit questions for the author. 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. Licking Valley Rd.: Perryton 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. The Well: Toboso 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.
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. Potters Grove: Newark 5:00pm - 5:30pm 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. Newark Village Apartments: Newark 5:45pm - 6:15pm 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. 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 "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group. Color Our World: Flower Pounding Art 5:30pm - 6:30pm Teens \| Grades 6-12 West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group. Open Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller) Age Group: Teens \| Grades 6-12 Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming Registration Required Event Details: Take a hammer to some flowers and turn your aggression into a beautiful piece of fabric art. Open to teens 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. 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 Edge of Evil by J.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. 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, General Programming 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. W. High St.: Hanover 5:30pm - 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. Color Our World: Hues and Cues Game Night 5:30pm - 6:30pm Adults Utica Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Library Branch: Utica Room: Small Meeting Room- Utica Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programming Registration Required Event Details: In this award-winning vibrant game of colorful communication, players are challenged to make connections to colors with words. Since everyone imagines colors differently, connecting colors and clues has never been this much fun! 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, General Programming Event Details: Everyone is welcome to engage in fun, respectful dialogue. This event is in the "Adults" group. Color Our World: Art Heist Escape Room 5:45pm - 7:00pm Adults Downtown Newark Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Open Library Branch: Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programming Registration Required Event Details: Solve puzzles to unlock the mystery in this art heist-themed escape room! 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. Any Book Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book & Viewers' Clubs Event Details: Join other book lovers to talk about your latest reads. Instead of an assigned book, read whatever you'd like and come ready to discuss it. 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. 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. The Ohio Canal and Licking County 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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: Local History Event Details: The Ohio Erie Canal’s groundbreaking ceremony took place on July 4, 1825, in what is now Heath. Upon completion, the canal would link Lake Erie and the Ohio River and pass through Licking County, creating an economic boon for the area.

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