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Stardew Valley Junimo Party

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Utica

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, General Programming

Age Group:

Teens | Grades 6-12

Open

Library Branch: Utica

Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Programming

Registration Required

Event Details:

Warm up this chilly season with a creative twist inspired by Stardew Valley! During this hands-on workshop you’ll sculpt your very own Junimo character out of clay.

Comic Creation

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Program Type:

General Programming

Age Group:

Teens | Grades 6-12

Library Branch: West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)

Age Group: Teens | Grades 6-12

Program Type: General Programming

Event Details:

Some stories are made even better by seeing the action unfold on the page. Learn some tips on how to create your own comic book, from concept to layout and artwork ideas.

Architects of Fun!

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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

Program Type:

Activity Clubs, General Programming

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: Activity Clubs, General Programming

Event Details:

Join our Architects of Fun group for monthly meetups of engineering play. This month showcases LEGO® creations. Try your hand at the featured activity, or freeform something all your own, celebrating your imagination!

VITA Tax Preparation

Monday, January 26, 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

Winter Sowing

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Center-Downtown Newark at Downtown Newark

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Adults

Full

Library Branch: Downtown Newark

Room: Discovery Center-Downtown Newark

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Event Details:

In this hands-on workshop presented by Pollinator Pathway of Licking County, participants will learn how to grow plants from seed utilizing the winter sowing method.

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.

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Time	Sun (2/15)	Mon (2/16)	Tue (2/17)	Wed (2/18)	Thu (2/19)	Fri (2/20)	Sat (2/21)
10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group VITA Tax Preparation 10:00am–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: General Programming Free tax preparation and e-file for federal, state and school district forms. Most taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $69,000 or less are eligible. Schedule an appointment by calling Licking County Coalition for Housing at 740.345.1970, ext. 200.	This event is in the "Adults" group AARP Tax Prep 10:00am–4:30pm 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: General Programming Event Details: AARP professionally trained volunteers prepare federal, state and local tax returns for low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those sixty and older, by appointment only.		This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group Ready for Kindergarten 10:30am–11:15am 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: Focusing on a new skill each week, we introduce literacy-based activities to help participants become successful readers and begin their educational journey into kindergarten. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group AARP Tax Prep 10:30am–4:30pm Adults Lakewood This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Lakewood Room: Small Meeting Room - Lakewood Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programming Event Details: AARP is looking for friendly volunteers to join their Tax-Aide team and will provide training and support. Call 999.227.7669 for more information. AARP professionally trained volunteers prepare federal, state and local tax returns for low and middle-income taxpayers, with special attention to those sixty and older, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 740.641.2387 from 8:30am - 4pm, Monday through Friday.		This event is in the "Early Learners \| Birth-5" group Sensory Shenanigans Play Date 10:30am–12:00pm 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: General Programming Event Details: It’s time to dig in! Little learners are invited to explore exciting textures and objects designed to spark curiosity and 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.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm		This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group Interactive Movie: Toy Story 1:00pm–3:00pm 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: General Programming Event Details: Bring your kids to enjoy an interactive screening of “Toy Story,” where they’ll become part of the adventure. Join Woody, Buzz, and friends to bring the movie to life! 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
3 pm		This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group Read with Andrew! 3:30pm–4:00pm Elementary \| Grades K-5 Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) This event is in the "Elementary \| Grades K-5" group Library Branch: Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock) Age Group: Elementary \| Grades K-5 Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Spend Monday afternoons with your favorite reading buddy, Andrew! He is a Pet Partners certified therapy dog and a very good boy who loves when kids read to him. Visit him in our children's area—he cannot wait to see you!
4 pm
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Skein Squad Crochet 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: Activity Clubs, Arts & Crafts, General Programming Event Details: Grab your hook and join the squad! Skein Squad meets monthly to crochet, connect, and give back to the community. Bring your own yarn and hook, though some supplies will be available. Keep your creations or share the love as gifts! 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 Screen Break 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: General Programming Event Details: We could all use a little time away from our devices, no matter how convenient they are. 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 UNO Game Night 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults Utica This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Utica Age Group: Adults Program Type: Activity Clubs, General Programming Event Details: Looking for a game that's easy to learn but hard to stop playing? UNO is the game for you. The challenge: be the first to play all your cards. 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 College Toolkit Talks 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Downtown Newark This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Downtown Newark Room: Meeting Room B- Downtown Newark Age Group: Adults Program Type: General Programming Event Details: Thinking about college? An Ohio State University librarian will share insider tips on using college libraries, finding research resources, and getting ready for academic life.	This event is in the "Adults" group Trivia Night! 6:30pm–7:30pm 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: Activity Clubs, General Programming Event Details: Are you excellent at trivia? If so, it is your time to shine! Please join us for Trivia Night at the Library and show off your smarts! 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.