Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters […]
Join your friends at the library for a special Maple Sugaring Storytime with the Hancock Park Department. We will sing, rhyme, read, craft, and play together while learning all about Maple Sugaring time! Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading! This program […]
Looking for fun way to learn about money management? Join your friends at the library for a real-life simulation of The Game of Life! You'll learn how to budget and manage money with help from the Family Resource Center. Teens will be assigned a career and salary and will have to budget given expenses. To […]
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
Come craft with your friends at the library on the last Wednesday of each month! Adults and teens 16+ are welcome. This month's craft: Painted Candles
Learn the joy of making pottery with hand-building during this multi-week class series. Projects will include pinch pot, coil, and slab techniques to make both functional and decorative ceramics. All skills levels welcome and all supplies are provided. This class takes place on February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, and April 2. This class […]
The Wildcard series offers audiences the chance to experience artists in different genres and cultures in various spaces around MCPA! This month's Wildcard performance is Inn Echo. Three musicians from different metaphorical worlds, converged in Prince Edward Island of all places. Tuli (BC) Karson (ON) and Tom (USA) came to the island as music students […]
Join your friends at the library for a special Maple Sugaring Storytime with the Hancock Park Department. We will sing, rhyme, read, craft, and play together while learning all about Maple Sugaring time! Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading! This program […]
Suni and Mae are dreamers. As young girls, they dreamt about journeying far beyond our solar system, singing among the stars and discovering all that was unknown to them: the secrets of space. Using magical illusions and a state-of-the-art digital LED wall, the sisters and the audience embark on an interactive journey across the galaxy. […]
Do you love to draw? Join your friends at the library for drawing tutorials and hang out with other young artists. This month, you will be learning how to make wintry shadow art by cutting and gluing paper then drawing in details. Recommended for grades 2 and up. Space is limited and registration is required!
Need help choosing your next book? Enjoy having a snack while you read? Want to receive a few fun goodies this month? Teens in grades 8-12 can register with their email address to get a Teen Tote filled with teen library books selected especially for them, along with some other goodies like snacks and bookmarks! […]
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
Join us for a family-friendly party with themed activities and snacks. Cast members from the Youtheatre production of the Wizard of Oz Jr. will put on a special performance.
The University of Findlay Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble will join to present their annual March concert. The bands will be under the direction of Dr. Wes King, Director of Bands at the University of Findlay. This performance is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required for the event.
Join Katy Mercer for a relaxing evening of slow flow yoga with live music. This transformative class will blend the physical flow of yoga with the calming sounds of an acoustic guitar performed by special guest, Tom Jenkins. This unique combination of movement and music will strengthen your mind, body, and soul. All skill levels […]
Celebrate Fat Tuesday with the Findlay Wine Merchant! Don't miss this annual Mardi Gras celebration with lots of New Orleans flavor. Enjoy a batch of Wine Merchant's Dumbo (Dan's Gumbo), a special price on NOLA Oysters, and a few new small plates to try out: Natchitoches Meat Pies, Gator on a Stick, and Hot Crab […]
Join University of Findlay Cultural Connections for games, crafts, and snacks from different countries! To ensure we have enough space and materials, registration is required. This program is for students in grades 6-12.
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
Presented by Eastman & Smith, enlighten your lunch hour at the Hancock Historical Museum on the first Thursday of each month! The Brown Bag Lecture Series features a variety of topics relevant to Hancock County and Ohio in an hour or less. Bring your lunch and enjoy! All lectures are held at the Hancock […]
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents Perfect Crime! The longest-running play in New York City history, Perfect Crime is a timeless cat-and-mouse thriller involving a successful Connecticut psychiatrist, her wealthy husband, her deranged patient and a handsome but duplicitous inspector. Tickets go on sale to the public 10 days prior to opening night, with benefactors, angels, and patrons […]
Join your friends at the library for art, science, and engineering projects especially for homeschoolers in our makerspace for kids. This month, we will practice coding with Ozobots while learning about how robots are used on farms. This program is part of our CommunityREAD program series. Children 8 and under should be accompanied by an […]
Gather your friends and learn more about balanced eating on a budget at the library during this presentation from University of Findlay's Occupational Therapy program.
Join your friends at the library for art, science, and engineering projects in our makerspace for kids. This month, we will practice coding with Ozobots while learning about how robots are used on farms. This program is part of our CommunityREAD program series. Children 8 and under should be accompanied by an adult.
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents Perfect Crime! The longest-running play in New York City history, Perfect Crime is a timeless cat-and-mouse thriller involving a successful Connecticut psychiatrist, her wealthy husband, her deranged patient and a handsome but duplicitous inspector. Tickets go on sale to the public 10 days prior to opening night, with benefactors, angels, and patrons […]
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
Supporting small businesses isn't just for one day - support local year-round with Second Saturdays! Plan to visit your favorite small businesses as they offer specials, promotions, discounts, and more!
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents Perfect Crime! The longest-running play in New York City history, Perfect Crime is a timeless cat-and-mouse thriller involving a successful Connecticut psychiatrist, her wealthy husband, her deranged patient and a handsome but duplicitous inspector. Tickets go on sale to the public 10 days prior to opening night, with benefactors, angels, and patrons […]
Youth ages 7 – 17 are welcome at this multi-week youth pottery workshop. This workshop takes place on March 8, 15, and 22. Led by FAL member Cindy Meadows, this 3 week workshop will include wheel throwing from 9 – 10:30 a.m. followed by glazing 10:30 – Noon. All skill levels welcome and all supplies […]
The Jones Mansion's next M is for Murder event is here and they will delve into the Heartland-farming community. Home invasions/Breaking and Entry/Armed Robbery are equally frightening and perhaps deadly. Looking at Hancock County in the 1880's-1900's we find many rural homes ransacked and broken into around midnight. Often by a few crooks, but as […]
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents Perfect Crime! The longest-running play in New York City history, Perfect Crime is a timeless cat-and-mouse thriller involving a successful Connecticut psychiatrist, her wealthy husband, her deranged patient and a handsome but duplicitous inspector. Tickets go on sale to the public 10 days prior to opening night, with benefactors, angels, and patrons […]
Calling all actors, dancers, directors & folks who aspire to be! Be sure to check out the Fort Findlay Playhouse classes taking place this Winter. Each workshop will be tailored to the closest auditions listed at the Fort Findlay Playhouse. Participants will be taught the skills needed to have a successful audition experience in preparation […]
Learn about the Hancock County Farmers’ Market (including its 20-year history!) with Scott Grenerth and get to know your local producers! Participants will have the chance to win a Riehm Produce goodie basket as a door prize! This discussion is part of Findlay-Hancock County Public Library's CommunityREAD programs.
Join your friends at the library or by Zoom for an author chat with this year’s YouthREAD high school book selection author, Sara Biren! Registration is required and a link to the video chat will be sent out the day of the event. This program is for students in grade 9 - adult. This program […]
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
Whether you are planning your own garden or looking forward to visiting the local produce stand, how can you keep the taste and nutrition all year long? Extension Educator, Jennifer Little, introduces home food preservation techniques, including canning, freezing, and drying. See some of the equipment and learn simple steps to get started. Taste some […]
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents Perfect Crime! The longest-running play in New York City history, Perfect Crime is a timeless cat-and-mouse thriller involving a successful Connecticut psychiatrist, her wealthy husband, her deranged patient and a handsome but duplicitous inspector. Tickets go on sale to the public 10 days prior to opening night, with benefactors, angels, and patrons […]
Join your friends at the library for an exciting game of adult book bingo at the library. Enjoy an afternoon of fun, community, and the chance to win book prizes. Book prizes will be adult gently used items or advanced reader copies. No experience is needed and all necessary materials will be provided. Bring a […]
Agriculture continues to be the number one industry in Ohio. Farming is hard work and many factors in agriculture are out of a farmer’s control. That can make things stressful for the entire family. This presentation will discuss the unique stressors that can impact farming families and the supports available to help. This event is […]
Take part in Findlay Area Pinball's tournament at Main Street Deli and Arcade! Entry is $6 and enjoy $2 off drafts and sandwich specials.
Celebrate and honor Findlay native and Tony-Award winning performer Gavin Creel. Join Findlay City Schools, FHS Create and Performing Arts, Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, and Youtheatre in partnership with many local businesses to celebrate the life and work of Gavin Creel. There will be performances and tributes from across the Findlay Community. As […]
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents Perfect Crime! The longest-running play in New York City history, Perfect Crime is a timeless cat-and-mouse thriller involving a successful Connecticut psychiatrist, her wealthy husband, her deranged patient and a handsome but duplicitous inspector. Tickets go on sale to the public 10 days prior to opening night, with benefactors, angels, and patrons […]
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Of course, along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees and winged […]
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents Perfect Crime! The longest-running play in New York City history, Perfect Crime is a timeless cat-and-mouse thriller involving a successful Connecticut psychiatrist, her wealthy husband, her deranged patient and a handsome but duplicitous inspector. Tickets go on sale to the public 10 days prior to opening night, with benefactors, angels, and patrons […]
It's a family friendly way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! Bring your wee ones to The Baker's Cafe for some cute green treats, a free "find the leprechaun" scavenger hunt, crafts, coloring pages and green milk and cookies! There will be a limited number of adorable plastic old-fashioned milk jugs full of green milk and […]
Join Findlay Art League instructor Cindy meadows for an hour of playing in the clay at FAL! Registration is for two people on the wheel, all skill levels welcome and all supplies are provided. Sign up here!
Are you ready to start an easy new craft? Come learn the basics of cross stitch! Your friends at the library will walk through everything you need to know and then we’ll start stitching with a provided pattern and supplies. Adults and teens 16+ are welcome. Registration is required, register online. Register each person that […]
Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Of course, along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees and winged […]
Join FAL member Thomas Carley for this hands-on pour painting class. Thomas will teach you the "Rainbow Swipe" technique. You'll learn to mix your own colors, and apply them to canvas to create your own stunning masterpiece! All the necessary materials to create your 12x12 canvas will be provided. Creations will stay at FAL to […]
Awakening Minds Art presents Dueling Pianos at Hancock Hotel! Take part in the Silent Auction with light snacks and desserts from 6-7 p.m., and "T" & Rich Dueling Pianos Show will perform 7 - 10 p.m. Make a night of it, and stay at the hotel for a discounted rate! Table purchases include a drink […]
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents Perfect Crime! The longest-running play in New York City history, Perfect Crime is a timeless cat-and-mouse thriller involving a successful Connecticut psychiatrist, her wealthy husband, her deranged patient and a handsome but duplicitous inspector. Tickets go on sale to the public 10 days prior to opening night, with benefactors, angels, and patrons […]
The Lima Symphony Orchestra presents Symphony Storytime, a unique and hands-on musical experience for children and families. Members of the Lima Symphony Orchestra will share stories accompanied by a musical performance, with lots of opportunities for attendees to join in the fun! This program is a part of the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation's 'Fun-For-All' events.
Join your friends at the library for Where Do Seeds Come From? Storytime at the library with special guest OSU Extension Hancock County. We will explore seeds while we sing, rhyme, read, craft, and play together! Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future […]
FHCPL and the University of Findlay invite you to a monthly lunchtime adventure around the world with Passport Picnic! Each session, international students from the University of Findlay will whisk you away to a different country through engaging 30-40 minute presentations. As you enjoy your lunch, you'll delve into the rich tapestry of various cultures, […]
Drop in to the library and receive basic tech help! Some examples include: -Basic computer use -Microsoft Word -Internet -Email -Library Resources -Basic smart phone use Bring your own device or practice on one of the library laptops. No repair computers/devices. Held the Third Tuesday of the month. January, May, June, July, August, September, October, […]
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library's 2025 CommunityREAD selection is Gaining Ground: A Story of Farmers' Markets, Local Food, and Saving the Family Farm by Forrest Pritchard. Learn more about the […]
Join your friends at the library for How Do Gardens Grow? Storytime at the library with Miss Nicole. We will explore gardens and how they grow more while we sing, rhyme, read, craft, and play together! Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future […]
Do you have a WIP (work in progress) sitting around waiting to be finished? Do you just need to set time aside to work on a craft? Want to spend time with other crafty people? Join your friends at the library for a monthly craft circle where all crafts are welcome!
Join University of Findlay Cultural Connections for games, stories, and snacks from different countries at the library! This program is for Grades K-6. Children 8 and under should be accompanied by an adult. Please register all family members who plan to attend.
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
Free to the public-- The Hancock Historical Museum features film favorites from decades past at their Classic Movie Night! Historical information before and discussion after. Popcorn and refreshments provided-- BYOB. […]
Join Findlay Art League instructor Cindy meadows for an hour of playing in the clay at FAL! Registration is for two people on the wheel, all skill levels welcome and all supplies are provided. Sign up here!
Join us for How Do Seeds Grow? Storytime at the library with special guest Miss Betsey. We will explore seeds and how they grow more while we sing, rhyme, read, craft, and play together! Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading! This […]
Enjoy the first Spring Proper Tea of the Season! Spring Attire Requested: Garden Dresses, hats, gloves are the style of the day! Hats available for use at the Swan House Tea Room! Make your reservations online today! All Reservations are final on March 19.
During this 2 hour workshop taught by FAL member Patty Brown you will discover how a simple black marker can produce a stunning array of pigments when water is introduced […]
Celebrate your Un-Birthday with Tasty treats, yummy tea, and lots of fun! Join Swan House Tea Room for a Children’s Tea Party and wear your maddest, cookiest, most colorful outfit! You never know what crazy things you’ll see in Wonderland! This is a TICKETED event - tickets can be purchased online!
Chris Allen from the Blanchard Valley Poultry Association and Hancock County Park District will be at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library to talk about how to raise chickens – all […]
Join your friends at the library for a special Feelings Storytime with the Family Resource Center. You will sing, rhyme, read, craft, and play together while learning how to name emotions and use calming techniques. Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading! […]
Join your friends at the library to learn tips and tricks of grocery shopping with staff from the Family Resource Center. Together, we will also make a recipe and enjoy a snack! To ensure we have enough space and materials, registration is required. This program is for students in grades 6-12.
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
It is that time of year when many animals build their nests and await the arrival of their babies. Learn about nests through play, such as what’s in my egg memory game and if I had a bird beak. You can try and build a nest using beak-like tools. Afterward, you will enter the Nature […]
Join your friends at the library for a special Feelings Storytime with the Family Resource Center. You will sing, rhyme, read, craft, and play together while learning how to name emotions and use calming techniques. Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading! […]
Join your friends from i am somebody podcast for an evening of curated art and story in support of FOCUS Recovery and Wellness Community. Local artists will share their work and their stories. Pieces will be part of a silent auction. Admission will include light refreshments, a T-shirt, music, and additional family-friendly entertainment. Tickets are […]
The Live@Armes series offers an intimate listening experience for newgrass Americana bands. March's Live@Armes featured artist is Chicago Farmer. The son of a small-town farming community, Cody Diekhoff logged plenty of highway and stage time under the name Chicago Farmer before settling in the city in 2003. He’s a working-class folk musician to his core, […]
It’s a dark and stormy night at the VFW hall where everyone has gathered for the Annual Birthday Bash to pay homage to Edwin S. Lowe, the founder of Bingo. In this madcap musical, old friendships will be tested, Bingo cards will be filled, and secrets will be revealed. You might even win a prize […]
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
It’s a dark and stormy night at the VFW hall where everyone has gathered for the Annual Birthday Bash to pay homage to Edwin S. Lowe, the founder of Bingo. In this madcap musical, old friendships will be tested, Bingo cards will be filled, and secrets will be revealed. You might even win a prize […]
The Flag City Sluggers are teaming up with False Chord Brewing to bring you the Inaugural Season Slugfest—a day packed with beer, community, and unbeatable fun! Enjoy delicious food and beer, and be the first to purchase season tickets and Sluggers merch at this family friendly event with bounce houses for little Sluggers! Get all […]
The Hancock Historical Museum proudly presents: Beatrix Potter Tea Learn about proper Victorian tea party etiquette and the history of The Tale of Peter Rabbit! This event is for children ages 5-12 with an accompanying adult. The tea will highlight the time period of Beatrix Potter, English writer and illustrator. Guests are encouraged to bring […]
It’s a dark and stormy night at the VFW hall where everyone has gathered for the Annual Birthday Bash to pay homage to Edwin S. Lowe, the founder of Bingo. In this madcap musical, old friendships will be tested, Bingo cards will be filled, and secrets will be revealed. You might even win a prize […]
Join False Chord Brewing for an evening of laughter at our standup comedy event, produced by Crumbley Comedy! Don't miss out on a night filled with hilarious performances that will have you laughing all night. Doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. Pre-order tickets available online for $15, or tickets will be […]
Need help choosing your next book? Enjoy having a snack while you read? Want to receive a few fun goodies this month? Teens in grades 8-12 can register with their email address to get a Teen Tote filled with teen library books selected especially for them, along with some other goodies like snacks and bookmarks! […]
TEENS- Are you looking for something to do this summer? Need a way to get some volunteer hours? Enjoy helping people and hanging out in the library? Check out the library's VolunTeen program! VolunTeens help out weekly with our SummerREAD program. To learn more about becoming a VolunTeen, stop by the Main Library at the […]
Calling all artists! Would you like to paint a picture on a tiny canvas and have it displayed at the Spring ArtWalk? If so, stop by the library on April 1st starting at 3:00 p.m. and pick up a free Tiny Art Take-Home Kit. Kits will be located at the entrance of the Adult Services […]
Bring your Bestie & paint a portrait of each other into flower blooms. To ensure the library has enough space and materials, registration is preferred. This program is for students in grades 6-12.
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
Presented by Eastman & Smith, enlighten your lunch hour at the Hancock Historical Museum on the first Thursday of each month! The Brown Bag Lecture Series features a variety of topics relevant to Hancock County and Ohio in an hour or less. Bring your lunch and enjoy! All lectures are held at the Hancock […]
Calling all artists! Would you like to paint a picture on a tiny canvas and have it displayed at the Spring ArtWalk? If so, stop by the library on April 3rd starting at 10:00 AM and pick up a free Tiny Art Take-Home Kit. Kits will be located at the entrance of the Adult Services […]
Join your friends at the library for art, science, and engineering projects especially for homeschoolers in the library's makerspace for kids. This month, you will be trying hands-on activities like building circuits with copper tape and LEDs and experimenting with Snap Circuits. Learn about the different types of circuits: simple circuits, series circuits, and parallel […]
Join your friends at the library for art, science, and engineering projects in our makerspace for kids. This month, you will be trying hands-on activities like building circuits with copper tape and LEDs and experimenting with Snap Circuits. Learn about the different types of circuits: simple circuits, series circuits, and parallel circuits. Children 8 and […]
Drop in to the library and play with a selection of the library's toys. Explore new games, toys, and activities that are educational and fun while meeting other families. This program is for children with their caregivers. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.
Pointe of the Evening is the annual fundraiser for the Chance to Dance Foundation, dedicated to raising awareness of the dance arts and culturally enriching northwest Ohio. Pointe of the Evening celebrates “Youth in the Arts” in Hancock County. Enjoy student artworks and snacks for kids while participating in the evening’s community-supported raffle. Raffles and […]
Calling all actors, dancers, directors & folks who aspire to be! Be sure to check out the Fort Findlay Playhouse classes taking place this Winter. In this course, participants will have the opportunity to explore the acting skills used to dissect and perform a song from musical theatre. We will also be learning vocal skills […]
Hancock Sports Hall of Fame is dedicated to recognizing talented athletes and those who have contributed to sports in Hancock County. Each year we induct a new class of inductees. This year we honor: Aaron Craft, Larry Young, Travis Clark, Cait Craft, Amy Rodeheffer-Guear and Roger Renz. Purchase your tickets here!
