Week Calendar

Featured Events

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

Threads of Tradition

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:45pm

West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, General Programming

Age Group:

Adults

Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibits, General Programming

Event Details:

This two-week art exhibition celebrates the beauty, creativity, and craftsmanship of rug hooking— an art form that transforms fibers into intricate works of design and storytelling.

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Time	Sun (2/01)	Mon (2/02)	Tue (2/03)	Wed (2/04)	Thu (2/05)	Fri (2/06)	Sat (2/07)
4 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group ESL Speaking Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Room: Small Meeting Room- Johnstown Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, Inclusive Programming Event Details: Practice speaking English in a relaxed environment. This is a conversation club for adults who do not speak English as their first language and want to enhance their communication skills.
5 pm
6 pm			This event is in the "Teens \| Grades 6-12" group Show & Tell 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 Event Details: Bring in a fun collection, interesting keepsake, or project you’re proud of and show it off to the group. Share what you’re excited about and learn what hobbies or objects make others happy, too. 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 Wordsmith Workshop 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Downtown Newark This event is in the "Adults" group 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. 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.