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Science Lab

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Small Meeting Room - Lakewood at Lakewood

Program Type:

General Programming

Age Group:

Elementary | Grades K-5

Library Branch: Lakewood

Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood

Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5

Program Type: General Programming

Event Details:

Form and test your own hypothesis about hands-on science experiments that you can do yourself! Play with color reactions, poke a straw through a potato, layer different liquids in a tower, and discover how much weight an egg can handle.

Preschool Play Day

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm

West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Program Type:

General Programming

Age Group:

Early Learners | Birth-5

Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Age Group: Early Learners | Birth-5

Program Type: General Programming

Event Details:

This come-and-go activity time allows children 5 and under to play with other kids their own age and gives their caregivers a chance to socialize, trade tips and stories, and more.

VITA Tax Preparation

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 7:00pm

Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark

Program Type:

General Programming

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Downtown Newark

Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: General Programming

Photo of round glass magnets decorated with thumbprints in the shape of hearts

Valentine Thumbprint Magnets!

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Elementary | Grades K-5

Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)

Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown

Age Group: Elementary | Grades K-5

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Join us to make fun and festive Valentine's magnets! Easy to construct and sure to become family favorites, capture little thumbprints and accessorize your fridge, all in one!

Wordsmith Workshop

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Conference Room at Downtown Newark

Program Type:

Activity Clubs

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Downtown Newark

Room: Conference Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Activity Clubs

Event Details:

Join a welcoming community of writers at your Library! Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, our writing club offers a supportive space to share your work, receive constructive feedback, and spark creativity.

VITA Tax Preparation

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 7:00pm

Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark

Program Type:

General Programming

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: Downtown Newark

Room: Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: General Programming

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1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Beanstack: Challenge Accepted! 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Large Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech Registration Required Event Details: Discover how to participate in the Library's 2026 Adult Winter Reading Challenge using Beanstack. Our Techspert will show you how to create an account and join the challenge. 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 "Adults" group Beanstack: Challenge Accepted! 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Lakewood Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Adults Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Tech Registration Required Event Details: Discover how to participate in the Library's 2026 Adult Winter Reading Challenge using Beanstack. Our Techspert will show you how to create an account and join the challenge. 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.
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5 pm					This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group Fairy Science 5:30pm–6:30pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Downtown Newark This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: Classes & Workshops Event Details: Join us for a magical workshop on fairy science with The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art, and Technology! 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.