Get out in the parks and go fishing as a family. Learn about the basics of fishing as you join Hancock Park District Programs Staff to try to catch some fish that live in Giertz Lake. All skill levels are welcome. A fishing pole will be provided or bring your own. We will have corn […]
Shop fresh and local every Thursday at the Hancock County Farmers’ Market! Held each week at Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, the Hancock County Farmers’ Market will keep you stocked with local produce, fresh flowers, homebaked goods, and more! While every week is a great one at the Farmers’ Market, you won’t want to […]
Join your friends at False Chord Brewing in the taproom with 3 Oaks and create your own beautiful terrarium! 3 Oaks will be leading the Terrarium Workshop and will provide each attendee with all of the plants, a glass cylinder, soil, sand, rocks, and a few different types of decorations to choose from to make […]
Join your friends at Hancock Park District for an evening around the campfire. We will be cooking hot dogs and s’mores over the campfire; kids can learn how to make Ants on a Log with cream cheese, celery, and raisins. This is a great way to make new friends and share campfire stories from your […]
Enjoy local produce, plants, and homemade foods every Saturday in Bluffton! Located in Citizens National Bank’s parking lot every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – Noon. See the vendor directory here!
The Fostoria Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market takes place on select Thursdays and Saturdays May – September with different themes and special activities at each market! The market takes place at the grass lot at East Tiffin and South Main Streets in Fostoria. 2023 Market Dates and themes are: Thursday, May 4, 4 - 8 p.m. […]
Come out for an archery class led by a Hancock Park District certified archery instructor. All necessary equipment and targets will be provided. You’ll have the opportunity to learn the basics of archery along with safety measures, while shooting arrows at several targets with a compound bow. How close to your target can you get? […]
Join Hancock Park District to learn what flowers and grasses grow in Oakwoods’ 2-acre prairie and what animals call it home. Discover how these plants adapted to a tree-free habitat and how Native Americans and pioneers would have used them. A hike to the prairie will take place at 2 PM. Meet at the Discovery […]
The last of our four hikes for active adults with Hancock Park District will take us through the woods, ending up by the prairie. Wildflowers such as prairie coneflower, prairie dock, and Ironweed should be blooming. We’ll also watch for butterflies and seed loving birds, like American Goldfinch. Meet at the Discovery Center Porch. This […]
Join in Hancock Park District's program where children will get to choose an animal and then build a habitat out of a big box that will be provided. Children will draw, color, and collect things from nature to make the habitat a nice cozy place for the animals to live. The rabbit would like a […]
Shop local and enjoy fresh produce and homemade goods at Arcadia's Farmers' Market! This family-friendly bi-weekly event will have a variety of local producers and makers showcasing their goods, along with community events and outreach. This event is held two Tuesdays a month May - September, 4 - 6 p.m. See more information here! This […]
Shop fresh and local every Thursday at the Hancock County Farmers’ Market! Held each week at Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, the Hancock County Farmers’ Market will keep you stocked with local produce, fresh flowers, homebaked goods, and more! While every week is a great one at the Farmers’ Market, you won’t want to […]
Enjoy the outdoors by playing in the Hancock Park District's Nature Playscape. Create sand castle, holes, or other creations using our sandbox toys or bring your own shovel and pail. If you are lucky, you may be able to find a treasure buried in the sand. Meet at Nature Playscape. This free program is open […]
Enjoy local produce, plants, and homemade foods every Saturday in Bluffton! Located in Citizens National Bank’s parking lot every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – Noon. See the vendor directory here!
Hancock Park District's Discovery Center will be open for visitation. Visitors can choose to participate in unstructured and/or structured activities. Activities and attractions include bird watching via the Windows on Wildlife, mounted animals and live animals on display, nature videos, field guides and nature books for reading, touch table and puppets, and seasonal displays and […]
Join your friends at Hancock Park District to create your own cartesian diver. This fun toy is an experiment that demonstrates the principle of buoyancy. You will create a diver that will look like a fish, an otter, or a turtle and then place it in a bottle of water. With a simple squeeze, you […]
These toxins, which are produced by living things, are often confused with one another. Join Hancock Park District and learn about the differences between poison and venom and learn about […]
Kick-off the 2023 Hancock County Fair! Enjoy the opening ceremony, a free event at the Old Millstream Centre. The ceremony will be followed by the 2023 Hancock County Fair King & Queen Coronation. Animals, Shows, Rides, Food, Entertainment, Games, and more await you at the Hancock County Fair! Get your daily admission tickets, season passes, […]
Animals, Shows, Rides, Food, Entertainment, Games, and more await you at the Hancock County Fair! Plan to enjoy all the fair has to offer each and every day. Get your daily admission tickets, season passes, and grandstand event admission here. Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday Wednesday All Day: Gospel Pavilion Open 8 a.m. – Jr. Fair Light Horse […]
Animals, Shows, Rides, Food, Entertainment, Games, and more await you at the Hancock County Fair! Plan to enjoy all the fair has to offer each and every day. Get your daily admission tickets, season passes, and grandstand event admission here. Wednesday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday Thursday All Day : Gospel Pavilion Open 7:30 a.m. – Open Class Lamb […]
Shop fresh and local every Thursday at the Hancock County Farmers’ Market! Held each week at Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, the Hancock County Farmers’ Market will keep you stocked with local produce, fresh flowers, homebaked goods, and more! While every week is a great one at the Farmers’ Market, you won’t want to […]
Animals, Shows, Rides, Food, Entertainment, Games, and more await you at the Hancock County Fair! Plan to enjoy all the fair has to offer each and every day. Get your daily admission tickets, season passes, and grandstand event admission here. Wednesday | Thursday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday Friday All Day: Gospel Pavilion Open 8 a.m. – Jr Fair Dairy Goat […]
Animals, Shows, Rides, Food, Entertainment, Games, and more await you at the Hancock County Fair! Plan to enjoy all the fair has to offer each and every day. Get your daily admission tickets, season passes, and grandstand event admission here. Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Sunday | Monday Saturday All Day: Gospel Pavilion Open 8 a.m. – Open Class Sheep […]
Enjoy local produce, plants, and homemade foods every Saturday in Bluffton! Located in Citizens National Bank’s parking lot every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – Noon. See the vendor directory here!
