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Holiday Open House
Holiday Open House
There's new sparkle and shine at MCPA this season and we can't wait to show you! Please join your friends at MCPA for a Holiday Open House on Tuesday, November 28 from 4 to 7 p.m. Free snacks and beverages will be available along with a cash bar. No RSVP is required to attend.
Free
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Painting with Pints
Painting with Pints
We're hosting our next installment of Painting with Pints led by Awakening Minds Art. Registration is required to attend. This allows AMA to know how many canvasses and painting supplies to prepare. Registration closes the Monday before the class is scheduled. AMA is leading this fun and unique painting class that features a different piece […]
$25
5 events,
Poetry Out Loud: NW Ohio Regional Semifinal
Poetry Out Loud: NW Ohio Regional Semifinal
Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering free educational materials and a dynamic recitation competition for high school students across the country. This program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about literary history and contemporary life. Poetry Out Loud is […]
Free
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Cork & Boutique Market
Cork & Boutique Market
Join Waterford Bank and Gathering Wine for a Holiday Pop-Up Experience! Featuring 7 unique boutiques, you won't want to miss this fun afternoon in Downtown Findlay! Shops include: Shimmery Belle Boutique, Kaleidoscope Farms, Simply Susan's, Roobarb Studios, Urban Market, hand + home co., and The Baking Company & Bread Kneads
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Holiday Sip & Shop
Holiday Sip & Shop
Get ready for the holiday season with a Holiday Sip & Shop at The Bourbon Affair! Discover great gift items and home décor offerings from Burlwick & Co. and unique treasures from LBE Vintage, all paired with delicious libations from The Bourbon Affair!
Hops & Holiday Wreaths
Hops & Holiday Wreaths
Join your friends at FBC for a fun-filled, holiday wreath workshop led by Courtney Dutcher, owner of Dutcher Flower Design! You will create your own Christmas wreath using a variety of fresh greens and an assortment of natural materials in FBC's heated and enclosed beer garden! Register here! Your ticket includes: your own set of […]
$85
7 events,
Kiwanis Santa’s House
Kiwanis Santa’s House
Bring the whole family out for this Findlay tradition – Kiwanis Santa’s House! Visitors can meet with Santa, enjoy cookies and hot chocolate, or go on a wagon ride in Downtown to get in the festive spirit. When you’re in Downtown for Santa’s House be sure to enjoy the local shopping and dining, visit the City of Findlay Christmas Tree in Dorney […]
Free
Hops & Holiday Wreaths
Hops & Holiday Wreaths
Join your friends at FBC for a fun-filled, holiday wreath workshop led by Courtney Dutcher, owner of Dutcher Flower Design! You will create your own Christmas wreath using a variety of fresh greens and an assortment of natural materials in FBC's heated and enclosed beer garden! Register here! Your ticket includes: your own set of […]
$85
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Holiday Open House
Holiday Open House
Visit Journey Salon & Day Spa and their boutique - Light & Lovely Fair Trade Boutique - for their annual Holiday Open House! Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, holiday shopping at the boutique, and shopping with special pop-up shops in their cozy space! There will also be prizes and free gifts throughout the evening. Special Pop -Up […]
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Art Class: Charcoal Drawing – Old World St. Nick
Art Class: Charcoal Drawing – Old World St. Nick
Come practice drawing a person with a jolly face. Matted behind Cardstock frame with familiar Christmas tune. We will cut oval allowing St. Nicholas smiling face to peek through. PowerPoint will cover different Eye, Ears, & Mouth Shapes. Suitable for framing 8”x10” just in time to hang for the holidays! Ages 12 to Adult All […]
$40
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Holiday Food Board
Holiday Food Board
Join your friends at the Jones Mansion for snacks, an adult holiday beverage, and an opportunity to create your own holiday food board. Holiday food ideas, along with everything you will need to make your festive presentation, will be provided. The cost of this event is $40 a person. In the spirit of holiday giving, […]
$40
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Victorian Christmas Tea
Victorian Christmas Tea
**SOLD OUT** Join the Hancock Historical Museum for A Farmhouse Christmas in the historic Davis Homestead to usher in the holidays! Our Victorian Christmas Tea is the perfect opportunity to gather with friends and celebrate the season. The Victorian Ladies will be serving a delicious menu of homemade pastries, scones, and sandwiches to accompany a […]
$35
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Sugar Cookies and Sips
Sugar Cookies and Sips
False Chord and The Baking Company are teaming up this winter for their 3rd annual Sugar Cookies & Sips! Plan to be in the taproom to decorate sugar cookies, drink great beer, listen to Christmas music, and enjoy the spirit of the season. The Baking Company will be supplying made-to-order fresh sugar cookie […]
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Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa
Make lasting memories this holiday season with Breakfast with Santa at Hancock Hotel! Breakfast includes a pancake station, sausage, juice, milk and coffee. Capture photos with Santa in front of our exquisitely decorated fireplace! There will also be stations for kids to pickup their own magical reindeer food and write letters to Santa. Romick Railways, […]
$15
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Family Sip & Shop
Family Sip & Shop
Whether you're in Downtown for Breakfast with Santa or just want to do some shopping together as a family, Downtown shops will be open on Sunday with some added family fun! hand + home: Open 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Buy One, Get One Half Off Bath Bombs and all kids will receive a free […]
Free
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Beard & Mustache Competition
Beard & Mustache Competition
Join your friends at FBC for the 4th annual Beard & Mustache Competition! Prizes will be awarded to the best beards in friendly competition for an important cause! Proceeds of our annual Beard & Mustache Competition benefits Open Arms. This is a fun-filled afternoon for a great cause whether you’re participating or watching. Enjoy live […]
$35
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Yin Yoga for Grounding
Yin Yoga for Grounding
Winter is a time for hibernation. Yoga practice can serve to enhance winter as a quiet time of introspection and restoration. Join Katy Mercer for Yin Yoga for Grounding. This slow-paced class will provide deep and supportive stretching as we focus on calming the body and mind. Class will conclude with gentle sound healing. Please […]
Free
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Free Holiday Movie Night at MCPA
Free Holiday Movie Night at MCPA
Gather your friends and family for a free Holiday Movie Night at MCPA! Enjoy National Mapoon's Christmas Vacation beginning at 7 p.m. as part of The Community Foundation's Free for All series. No ticket is needed! Free popcorn will be provided. Cash bar and other refreshments will be available for purchase at concessions. We've heard […]
Free
Teen Volunteers
Teen Volunteers
Do you need volunteer hours for school? Are you looking for a way to help out your community? Would you like to meet other teens in the areas? Students in grades 7-12 are invited to come to the library for an hour of volunteering fun! Potential projects may include: prepping craft kits (cutting, sorting, assembling, […]
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Teen Volunteers!
Teen Volunteers!
Do you need volunteer hours for school? Are you looking for a way to help out your community? Would you like to meet other teens in the areas? Students in grades 7-12 are invited to come to the library for an hour of volunteering fun! Potential projects may include: prepping craft kits (cutting, sorting, assembling, […]
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Speak Easy: English as a Second Language Conversation Club
Speak Easy: English as a Second Language Conversation Club
Speak Easy: An English as a Second Language Conversation Club is designed to connect new members of Hancock County with community organizations. Each meeting will have a different theme and students will get the chance to meet representatives from social services agencies as well as practice English skills.
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Cosmic Cinema: Chasing Pluto
Cosmic Cinema: Chasing Pluto
Come and join your friends at the library for Cosmic Cinema, a monthly viewing party that will have you reaching for stars as we count down to the total solar eclipse event on April 8, 2024. This month's documentary will be Chasing Pluto. On July 14, 2015, the New Horizons spacecraft, is scheduled to fly […]
Frosty: A Musical Adventure
Frosty: A Musical Adventure
A young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat, and when he places the hat on a snowman’s head, that snowman comes to life! Can Frosty help Billy find his real family in time for Christmas? Join them on a thrilling quest through New York City as they discover that the real magic […]
$7
Brown Bag Lecture
Brown Bag Lecture
Enlighten your lunch hour! Join the Hancock Historical Museum for on the first Thursday of the month at noon, unless otherwise indicated, for a lectures based on local history. Lectures are free for Museum members and the cost of regular admission for nonmembers. Please call the Museum at (419)423-4433 with questions. January - NO LECTURE […]
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Homeschoolers’ Makerspace: Perler Beads
Homeschoolers’ Makerspace: Perler Beads
Join your friends at the library for art, science, and engineering projects in our makerspace for kids! This month, we will be making things with perler beads, small plastic beads that can be formed into custom designs. Please register all children. Adults do not need to register, but children 8 and under should be accompanied […]
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Makerspace: Perler Beads
Makerspace: Perler Beads
Join your friends at the library for art, science, and engineering projects in our makerspace for kids! This month, we will be making things with perler beads, small plastic beads that can be formed into custom designs. Children 8 and under should be accompanied by an adult.
Free
Live@Armes: Ryanhood
Live@Armes: Ryanhood
The Live@Armes series offers an intimate listening experience for newgrass Americana bands. December's Live@Armes featured artist is Ryanhood, with a special winter themed show. Named ‘Best Group/Duo’ in the International Acoustic Music Awards, acoustic duo Ryanhood got their first break more than a decade ago as street performers at Boston’s Quincy Market. It was there […]
$20 – $50
It’s a Wonderful Life
It’s a Wonderful Life
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents: It's a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play. This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his […]
7 events,
Kiwanis Santa’s House
Kiwanis Santa’s House
Bring the whole family out for this Findlay tradition – Kiwanis Santa’s House! Visitors can meet with Santa, enjoy cookies and hot chocolate, or go on a wagon ride in Downtown to get in the festive spirit. When you’re in Downtown for Santa’s House be sure to enjoy the local shopping and dining, visit the City of Findlay Christmas Tree in Dorney […]
Free
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Writer’s Support Group
Writer’s Support Group
Tired of writing alone? Come write with us! Bring a work-in-progress or start fresh with one of our prompts. All writers welcome.
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Calligraphy Script Class: Artwork Candle
Calligraphy Script Class: Artwork Candle
Create a Script Abstract Artwork of a Candle. We will practice Calligraphy in the Script Style before working on our artwork. Calligraphy brush markers provided to add Color to your finished artwork. Take home 11” x 8.5” cardstock Candle artwork suitable for framing along with one Calligraphy marker. Ages 12-Adult All Supplies Provided - Register […]
$40
It’s a Wonderful Life
It’s a Wonderful Life
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents: It's a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play. This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his […]
8 events,
Second Saturday
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!
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Snowman Candle and Cookie Pouring Event
Snowman Candle and Cookie Pouring Event
Join your friends at Elida Candle Company in crafting your own custom scent in an adorable snowman container! Elida Candle's candle pouring experts will walk you through each step of pouring your candle. You will enjoy a delicious Christmas cookie while you pour and you will also receive a Hot Cocoa Bomb to take home […]
$40
Christmas Open House
Christmas Open House
Get into the holiday spirit with a visit to the museum and enjoy the season with a bit of history! Stroll through our campus, beautifully decorated for the holidays. Join the Hull family as they celebrate Christmas in the 1890’s, sit by the fire in the Crawford Log House, savor hot cider and seasonal goodies. […]
$1.00
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Holiday Craft Show
Holiday Craft Show
It's The Baker's Cafe's 2nd annual Craft Show! Eight local crafters to help you with your holiday shopping, all conveniently located inside Baker's Café. Plus, shop The Baker's Café gift card special, and gift baskets!
Free
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Findlay Art Workshop: Mitten Garland
Findlay Art Workshop: Mitten Garland
Come as a family for a Fun teamwork Artwork to hang on the mantle or wall. Create a Mitten Garland! Each person chooses colors, patterns, accessories, & assembles their own mitten. Cost is per mitten so each family member can be represented including dogs and cats. All Supplies Provided, Register Here!
$5
It’s a Wonderful Life
It’s a Wonderful Life
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents: It's a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play. This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his […]
2 events,
Christmas Open House
Christmas Open House
Get into the holiday spirit with a visit to the museum and enjoy the season with a bit of history! Stroll through our campus, beautifully decorated for the holidays. Join the Hull family as they celebrate Christmas in the 1890’s, sit by the fire in the Crawford Log House, savor hot cider and seasonal goodies. […]
$1.00
It’s a Wonderful Life
It’s a Wonderful Life
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents: It's a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play. This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his […]
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2 events,
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Teen Night: Vision Board
Teen Night: Vision Board
Would you like to start off 2024 with some focused goals? Come visualize your goals and dreams with us at the library by making a vision board! Staff from the Family Resource Center will be here to talk about focus and goal setting with a discussion on the importance of setting specific, measurable and achievable […]
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New Moon Candle Pour
New Moon Candle Pour
Learn how to make your own, pouring two soy candles with essential oils. Vessel choices are recycled glass. All Supplies Provided - Register here!
$41
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An Evening with Under the Streetlamp: Hip to the Holidays
An Evening with Under the Streetlamp: Hip to the Holidays
A joyous performance of your favorite holiday tunes, plus songs from the American Radio Songbook. Featuring holiday favorites like I’ll be Home for Christmas, Santa Bring My Baby Back, Run Run Rudolph, Avé Maria and many more! Purchase your tickets here!
$29 – $69
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CrafterWork
CrafterWork
Come craft with your friends at the library and make this cute holiday ornament! Adults and teens 16 and older are welcome. This month's craft: Gnome Ornaments
It’s a Wonderful Life
It’s a Wonderful Life
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents: It's a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play. This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his […]
8 events,
Kiwanis Santa’s House
Kiwanis Santa’s House
Bring the whole family out for this Findlay tradition – Kiwanis Santa’s House! Visitors can meet with Santa, enjoy cookies and hot chocolate, or go on a wagon ride in Downtown to get in the festive spirit. When you’re in Downtown for Santa’s House be sure to enjoy the local shopping and dining, visit the City of Findlay Christmas Tree in Dorney […]
Free
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Lights and Flights
Lights and Flights
Join your friends at Elida Candle Company for Lights and Flights! Sip your way through a delicious wine flight from Gillig Winery and enjoy your own charcuterie small plate while you pour your own custom scented candle. Elida Candle's candle pouring experts will walk you through each step of pouring your own candle! You can […]
$42
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Calligraphy Script Class: Christmas Tree
Calligraphy Script Class: Christmas Tree
Create a Script Abstract Artwork of a Christmas Tree. We will practice Calligraphy in the Script Style before working on our artwork. Calligraphy brush markers provided to add Color to your finished artwork. Take home 11” x 8.5” cardstock Christmas Tree artwork suitable for framing along with one Calligraphy marker. Ages 12-Adult All Supplies Provided […]
$40
Masha and the Nutcracker
Masha and the Nutcracker
Celebrate the Christmas season with Masha and the Nutcracker. This ballet follows the story of a young girl as she is gifted a Nutcracker on Christmas Eve. With the Nutcracker by her side, Masha battles the evil Mouse Queen, dances through a snow storm, and dreams of dancing sweets from an array of countries. This year’s […]
$25 – $30
It’s a Wonderful Life
It’s a Wonderful Life
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents: It's a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play. This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his […]
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Jingle Bell Jog
Jingle Bell Jog
Fill the streets of Downtown Findlay with holiday cheer in the 2023 Jingle Bell Jog! The Findlay YMCA Jingle Bell Jog will start and end at the Downtown Great Scot and take you through a scenic route in Downtown Findlay, all while wearing Jingle Bells on your shoes! Register here! This event is graciously sponsored […]
$30
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At-Home Escape Room Kit: Cookie Caper
At-Home Escape Room Kit: Cookie Caper
Do you love solving puzzles and cracking secret codes? Findlay-Hancock County Public Library's at-home escape room kit contains puzzles and props to create a fun escape room in your own home. Kits can be picked up starting December 16th and are available in the Children's Department at the Main Library, at the Arlington branch, and […]
Taproom Yoga
Taproom Yoga
From September thru March, join Findlay Brewing Company on the third Saturday of the month for Taproom Yoga with local yoga instructor Erin Teegardin! This beginner-level class is fun for all abilities - no experience necessary! Each yoga session begins promptly at 10 a.m. and runs about an hour. It's best to arrive by 9:45 […]
$15
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Holiday Wreath Workshop with Gina Lynne Design
Holiday Wreath Workshop with Gina Lynne Design
Take part in a silk wreath workshop guided by Gina Lynne! This silk wreath, full of a beautiful mix of pines, greens and winter accents, will last you year after year! With all of the neutral colors and winter accents, your special wreath will be wonderful accent for you to use all winter long! Prior […]
$158
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Jingle Bell Christmas Tea & Ornament Exchange
Jingle Bell Christmas Tea & Ornament Exchange
Plan to attend the annual Christmas Tea at the Jones Mansion! This year's tea menu will feature recipes from the newly-created mansion cookbook. This menu will include cream cheese scones with mock clotted cream and jams , petite California club tea sandwiches, turkey tarragon tea sandwiches, cheddar pear soup, English tea cakes, a chocolate & […]
$35
Masha and the Nutcracker
Masha and the Nutcracker
Celebrate the Christmas season with Masha and the Nutcracker. This ballet follows the story of a young girl as she is gifted a Nutcracker on Christmas Eve. With the Nutcracker by her side, Masha battles the evil Mouse Queen, dances through a snow storm, and dreams of dancing sweets from an array of countries. This year’s […]
$25 – $30
Masha and the Nutcracker
Masha and the Nutcracker
Celebrate the Christmas season with Masha and the Nutcracker. This ballet follows the story of a young girl as she is gifted a Nutcracker on Christmas Eve. With the Nutcracker by her side, Masha battles the evil Mouse Queen, dances through a snow storm, and dreams of dancing sweets from an array of countries. This year’s […]
$25 – $30
Masha and the Nutcracker
Masha and the Nutcracker
Celebrate the Christmas season with Masha and the Nutcracker. This ballet follows the story of a young girl as she is gifted a Nutcracker on Christmas Eve. With the Nutcracker by her side, Masha battles the evil Mouse Queen, dances through a snow storm, and dreams of dancing sweets from an array of countries. This year’s […]
$25 – $30
It’s a Wonderful Life
It’s a Wonderful Life
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents: It's a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play. This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his […]
2 events,
It’s a Wonderful Life
It’s a Wonderful Life
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents: It's a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Play. This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his […]
The Prophecy Show: The Music of Trans-Siberian Orchestra
The Prophecy Show: The Music of Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Launching their 17th touring season of an extravagant Christmas musical production, this powerhouse group of classically trained musicians come together to create nothing short of an electrifying evening of holiday rock music. Performing in the style of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, The Prophecy Show has spared no details when it comes to the costumes, choreography, music, lasers […]
$40 – $55
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Drawing Club: Winter Oil Pastels
Drawing Club: Winter Oil Pastels
Do you love to draw? Join your friends at the library for drawing tutorials and hang out with other young artists. This month, we will learn how to make winter-themed drawings with oil pastels. This program is recommended for grades 2 and up. Children 8 and under should be accompanied by an adult. Space is […]
4 events,
Kiwanis Santa’s House
Kiwanis Santa’s House
Bring the whole family out for this Findlay tradition – Kiwanis Santa’s House! Visitors can meet with Santa, enjoy cookies and hot chocolate, or go on a wagon ride in Downtown to get in the festive spirit. When you’re in Downtown for Santa’s House be sure to enjoy the local shopping and dining, visit the City of Findlay Christmas Tree in Dorney […]
Free
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Art Class: Watercolor Painting – Camille Pissarro
Art Class: Watercolor Painting – Camille Pissarro
Paint French winter landscape through the eyes of Impressionist Camille Pissaro on 9”x12” watercolor paper. Practice watercolor techniques before painting with PowerPoint presentation & Step-by-Step instruction. Goal: Impressionistic landscape. Snow is the paper canvas. True watercolor painters never paint white. Paint colors leaving negative space. I lighten Pissaro’s color palette. Paint as many or as […]
$50
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Noon Year’s Eve Party
Noon Year’s Eve Party
Join your friends at the library for a New Year's Eve celebration perfect for the whole family! Wear your fanciest party gear and join us at the library for stories and craft as we count down to noon under the library’s skylight.<