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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
23
2026
Mon
VITA Tax Preparation
10:00am–7:00pm
Downtown Newark
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
Adults
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
24
2026
Tue
AARP Tax Prep
10:00am–4:30pm
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Library Branch:
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
Room:
Small Meeting Room- Johnstown
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
General Programming
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
Early Learners | Birth-5
Downtown Newark
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
Mar
24
2026
Tue
Pre-K Art Play
10:30am–11:15am
Downtown Newark
Library Branch:
Downtown Newark
Room:
Library Lab
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5
Program Type:
General Programming
Event Details:
Enjoy 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.
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This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
Early Learners | Birth-5
Downtown Newark
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
Mar
26
2026
Thu
Ready for Kindergarten
10:30am–11:15am
Downtown Newark
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
26
2026
Thu
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.
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This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
Early Learners | Birth-5
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
This event is in the "Early Learners | Birth-5" group
Mar
28
2026
Sat
Parachute Play
10:30am–11:30am
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Library Branch:
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group:
Early Learners | Birth-5
Program Type:
General Programming
Event Details:
This interactive and play-filled program features songs, rhymes, and activities with the Library parachute! For ages 2-4 with a parent/caregiver.
Additional Information
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Elementary | Grades K-5
Lakewood
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Mar
23
2026
Mon
Library Branch:
Lakewood
Room:
Small Meeting Room - Lakewood
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type:
General Programming
Event Details:
Jump into I Survived–themed challenges that focus on problem-solving and quick thinking—just like the characters in the stories. Join us each day for a different challenge inspired by real historical events.
Additional Information
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
24
2026
Tue
Author Talk: America’s Failed Response to the Opioid Crisis
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book & Viewers' Clubs,
General Programming,
Speakers
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Elementary | Grades K-5
Lakewood
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Mar
24
2026
Tue
Library Branch:
Lakewood
Room:
Small Meeting Room - Lakewood
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type:
General Programming
Event Details:
Jump into I Survived–themed challenges that focus on problem-solving and quick thinking—just like the characters in the stories. Join us each day for a different challenge inspired by real historical events.
Additional Information
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Elementary | Grades K-5
Lakewood
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Mar
25
2026
Wed
Library Branch:
Lakewood
Room:
Small Meeting Room - Lakewood
Age Group:
Elementary | Grades K-5
Program Type:
General Programming
Event Details:
Jump into I Survived–themed challenges that focus on problem-solving and quick thinking—just like the characters in the stories. Join us each day for a different challenge inspired by real historical events.
Additional Information
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Elementary | Grades K-5
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
This event is in the "Elementary | Grades K-5" group
Mar
23
2026
Mon
Read with Andrew!
3:30pm–4:00pm
Johnstown (Mary E. Babcock)
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!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
26
2026
Thu
Board Game Night: Scattergories
Library Branch:
Utica
Room:
Small Meeting Room- Utica
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Activity Clubs,
General Programming
Event Details:
Think fast and get creative with Scattergories! Roll the letter die, beat the timer, and come up with clever answers that no one else will think of. The more original your ideas, the more points you score.
Additional Information
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Photo Permission
On occasion, Licking County Library will photograph or take videos of patrons for educational or promotional purposes. If you wish to abstain from the use of your image or those of your dependents, please let a staff member know. Thank you.
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This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
Teens | Grades 6-12
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
This event is in the "Teens | Grades 6-12" group
Mar
24
2026
Tue
Board Game Night
6:00pm–7:00pm
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Library Branch:
West Newark (Emerson R. Miller)
Age Group:
Teens | Grades 6-12
Program Type:
General Programming
Event Details:
Join Jeremy Thompson from Comic Shop Plus and discover new and unique board games.
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
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
24
2026
Tue
Spring Fling Craft
6:00pm–7:00pm
Downtown Newark
Library Branch:
Downtown Newark
Room:
Meeting Room A-Downtown Newark
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Classes & Workshops,
General Programming
Event Details:
Dianne Hoffman, Licking County Master Gardener, leads a workshop creating a home decor arrangement using floral and mixed greenery.
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.
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