Spectators are invited to the Findlay Country Club to watch the AJGA's Marathon Petroleum Preview. This tournament features 78 athletes ages 12-19. Qualifiers and Practice Tee Times will take place on Friday, April 29 with the first round being played on Saturday and the final round on Sunday. See the complete schedule here. AJGA athletes […]
Around 37 warbler species can be found in Ohio annually, with 25 nesting in the Buckeye state and the others migrating through it during spring and fall migration. Small in size, but big in color, these insect eaters are a delight to see and hear. Learn more of who calls Hancock County home and when […]
Have you ever wondered what the tracks are that you see in the woods? Join Program Specialist Christine Patterson at Oakwoods for a presentation about animal tracks. Afterwards use your new knowledge to go on a hike to identify tracks that you might see out in the park. Meet at the Discovery Center. This free […]
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Learn about fellow citizens who trace back their heritage to Asia. Let's celebrate Asian Heritage in our community.
Join us for an in-person Baby Storytime program at the library. We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and bells! Please register at findlaylibrary.org.
Have you ever wanted to join a club with other kids that are wild about nature? If so, then now is your chance. Sign up for HPD's Nature Exploration Club for the month of May. We will meet on three consecutive Wednesday afternoons to learn about and explore nature. Each month we will meet at […]
The Wall that Heals features a ¾ scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The memorial stands 7.5 feet high and 375 feet in length. the Wall that Heals is open to the public and is open 24 hours a day. The Wall that Heals will be located at Owens Community College May 5 […]
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 […]
Would you like to visit a local park with your little one? Join us as we take a hike through Litzenberg Memorial Woods seeking out new growth and colors of spring. Dress for the weather as activities will take place outdoors. Meet at the Gatehouse. This free event is recommended for ages 3-6, with an […]
The Wall that Heals features a ¾ scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The memorial stands 7.5 feet high and 375 feet in length. the Wall that Heals is open to the public and is open 24 hours a day. The Wall that Heals will be located at Owens Community College May 5 […]
ArtWalk, a favorite event in Findlay, is an event taking place twice a year – the first Fridays in May and November. This is a free event that is open to the whole family. Artists will be located in Downtown Findlay in large, open spaces where social distancing can take place and our Downtown art […]
Join us for an in-person Baby Storytime program at the library. We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and bells! Please register at findlaylibrary.org.
Join Program Specialist Chris Allen in the Nature Play Area at Oakwoods Nature Preserve for Woodland Nature Story Time. While sitting on a log, children will learn about shells. There will be shells to look at, a story to listen to, and a shell game to play. Meet at the Nature Play Area. This free event […]
Come to the Library during Findlay’s ArtWalk to see artwork from Hancock County students and Tiny Art painted by local children, teens, and adults. While you’re here, you can watch a Mazza Puppet Show and listen to Liberty Benton’s choir, Fermata the Blue!
Riverdale High School presents - The Wizard of Oz! Performances will take place May 6 & 7, 7:30 p.m. and May 8, 2 p.m. Tickets are available by calling the high school, 419-694-2211
The Wall that Heals features a ¾ scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The memorial stands 7.5 feet high and 375 feet in length. the Wall that Heals is open to the public and is open 24 hours a day. The Wall that Heals will be located at Owens Community College May 5 […]
Young anglers can try their luck as the Hancock Park District hosts its 24th Annual Fish Festival. Trout stocking will take place prior to the event courtesy of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Fisheries Division. The Fish Festival will be held rain or shine, except in the event of extreme weather conditions. Throughout the […]
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!
Riverdale High School presents - The Wizard of Oz! Performances will take place May 6 & 7, 7:30 p.m. and May 8, 2 p.m. Tickets are available by calling the high school, 419-694-2211
The Wall that Heals features a ¾ scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The memorial stands 7.5 feet high and 375 feet in length. the Wall that Heals is open to the public and is open 24 hours a day. The Wall that Heals will be located at Owens Community College May 5 […]
Kick-off Mother's Day with brunch at Hilton Garden Inn! Enjoy a brunch buffet featuring Pork Tenderloin, French Toast Bar, soups, salads, other breakfast favorites, and delicious desserts! Classic Mimosas and Bloody Mary cocktails available for an additional $7 each. Cost of the Mother's Day Brunch is $28 for adults and $12 for children ages 4-12. […]
Bring your mother out to Litzenberg Memorial Woods to visit with Mrs. McKinnis for Mother’s Day. As your mother relaxes with a mug of warm apple cider, she can sample Mrs. McKinnis’ bean and vegetable stew and enjoy the day dedicated to her. One of the rooms upstairs will be open for public viewing during […]
Riverdale High School presents - The Wizard of Oz! Performances will take place May 6 & 7, 7:30 p.m. and May 8, 2 p.m. Tickets are available by calling the high school, 419-694-2211
Do you know the only North American bird that can fly backwards? That’s right – it’s the hummingbird. Through stories, games, and crafts your child will learn about these wonderful little birds and how to spot them in your own backyard. This event takes place at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Meet at the Discovery […]
Miss Sarah, Youth Services Librarian, presents art, science, and engineering projects. Create something fun with supplies you can find at home. This spring, we are reposting our favorite videos on Facebook at 6 pm on May 10 & 24. Facebook.com/fhcpl
Food trucks will gather every Wednesday in the summer for something new for lunch once a month at MCPA! Each month's lineup of vendors will be shared on MCPA's facebook page.
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 […]
Bring your toddler out to Riverbend Recreation Area for some nature play. We will explore the park through our sense of touch. At stations, children can explore cold, warm, wet, dry, rough, smooth, and much more all through nature. Dress for the weather as activities will take place outdoors. Meet at Shelter 5. This free […]
Join us as we host ocean-themed traveling trivia with Blanchard Valley Center! Compete as a team (four members max) or as an individual for a chance to win amazing prizes! Adults and teens are welcome.
Come on out to Litzenberg Memorial Woods to create an easy woven basket craft to take home. Children will be provided with a premade wooden popsicle stick frame and will then be able to use a simple weaving technique to decorate their basket. Meet at the Shelter. Recommended for ages 6-10 with an adult. Click here […]
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!
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!
Sit back and enjoy the spring concert by the Old Millstream Ringers Community Bell Choir featuring the music from Disney classic movies -- current and from days gone by.
Join First Presbyterian Church for a recital celebrating the musical gifts of their Choral Scholars. An offering will be taken and all of the proceeds will go toward scholarship funds for these singers. Come show your support and love for these talented musicians: Carolyn Anderson, Ivana Butler, and Kirsten Nordland. This performance is part of […]
A lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon moves into the Earth’s shadow. Lunar eclipses can only happen when the Moon and Sun are on opposite sides of Earth, and only on the night of a full moon. Come learn more about lunar eclipses and other amazing night sky phenomenon. Participants are required to sit on […]
Today is National Kids to the Park Day! Come out to Oakwoods to play in our Nature Play Area. The lawn area will have different toys and games to play with like cornhole, frisbee, and soccer. In the wooded area, explore and play in nature by climbing on logs or building something out of sticks. […]
The Native American’s gave May’s full moon name because of all of the flowers that should be blooming during this month. We’ll look for any night blooming flowers and listen for calling frogs and toads. Meet at the Gatehouse. This free event is recommended for those ages 6 and up. Registration is not required.
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!
Join us for an in-person Baby Storytime program at the library. We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and bells! Please register at findlaylibrary.org.
Have you ever wanted to join a club with other kids that are wild about nature? If so, then now is your chance. Sign up for HPD's Nature Exploration Club for the month of May. We will meet on three consecutive Wednesday afternoons to learn about and explore nature. Each month we will meet at […]
Plan to attend one of the largest military vehicle shows in the United States, all while honoring the men and women who are currently serving our country! See the flyer here Thursday - open 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Move-In Day 8 a.m. Master Modeler Museum and other displays open Friday - open 7 a.m. […]
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 […]
Plan to attend one of the largest military vehicle shows in the United States, all while honoring the men and women who are currently serving our country! See the flyer here Thursday - open 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Move-In Day 8 a.m. Master Modeler Museum and other displays open Friday - open 7 a.m. […]
Bring your preschoolers out to the park and join Program Specialist Christine Patterson for activities to learn about plants and animals in the spring. Hands-on stations will include painting with eggs, and matching baby animals to their parents. Preschoolers will also get to decorate their own pot and plant seeds in it to take home. […]
Plan to attend one of the largest military vehicle shows in the United States, all while honoring the men and women who are currently serving our country! See the flyer here Thursday - open 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Move-In Day 8 a.m. Master Modeler Museum and other displays open Friday - open 7 a.m. […]
Join NAMI of Hancock County for their annual Jenelle Hohman Color Me Happy Walk & 5k! As COVID-19 introduced some unique challenges and impacted our mental health tremendously, NAMI Hancock County persevered and continued to provide programs and services in the community. NAMIs invite you to participate in our walk & 5k and continue helping […]
Have you always wanted to learn archery or do you just need more practice time? Learn archery techniques at our instructor-led archery class, then practice shooting arrows with a compound bow. All necessary equipment and targets will be provided. Ages 9-13 for 10-11 AM session Ages 14-17 for 1-2 PM session Ages 18 and up […]
Don't miss Ghost Town’s “Old Fashioned Fun” season opener on Saturday, May 21st from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.! Included in the fun will be live music with Wolf Creek Rising from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., petting zoo, yard games, barrel train rides, Millstream Woodcarvers, Living History, BB Target Range, delicious food, and much […]
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!
Join the Findlay Police Department for a FREE bicycle rodeo and safety event at the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts. This event is geared at youth in Hancock County to teach the fundamentals of bicycle safety. There will also be emergency vehicles on display. The event will include bicycle inspections, agility and road courses, […]
Help us to identify what species call our park home. We will use the program iNaturalist to take photos to help us identify and document plants and animals. We will focus on and identify insects and plants in grasslands of Riverbend Recreation Area. There will be an opportunity to collect insects with nets and learn […]
Plan to attend one of the largest military vehicle shows in the United States, all while honoring the men and women who are currently serving our country! See the flyer here Thursday - open 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Move-In Day 8 a.m. Master Modeler Museum and other displays open Friday - open 7 a.m. […]
Butterflies are beautiful creatures. They will be appearing soon out in nature. The butterfly story will help children learn about the flowers that butterflies like, where they will lay their eggs, and their amazing life cycle. There will be a story, craft, and butterfly wings to try on. This event takes place at 10 a.m. […]
Miss Sarah, Youth Services Librarian, presents art, science, and engineering projects. Create something fun with supplies you can find at home. This spring, we are reposting our favorite videos on Facebook at 6 pm on May 10 & 24. Facebook.com/fhcpl
Join Program Specialist Chris Allen at Blue Rock Nature Preserve on National Scavenger Hunt Day. There are lots of fun things to find as you hike along with your scavenger hunt. We will be looking for a toad or frog in the vernal pool, a wild flower, salamanders under a log, and birds in the […]
Join us for an in-person Baby Storytime program at the library. We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and bells! Please register at findlaylibrary.org.
Have you ever wanted to join a club with other kids that are wild about nature? If so, then now is your chance. Sign up for HPD's Nature Exploration Club for the month of May. We will meet on three consecutive Wednesday afternoons to learn about and explore nature. Each month we will meet at […]
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 […]
Wishtrees are special trees where people can write a wish and hang it from the tree. Join us to learn more about wishtrees and their power to bring communities together with a reader's theater performance from "Wishtree" by Katherine Applegate. Participants can then put their own wish on our tree. This program is a partnership […]
Join us for an in-person Baby Storytime program at the library. We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and bells! Please register at findlaylibrary.org.
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!
This is the annual Memorial Day Parade in Downtown Findlay. At 9:00 am there is a memorial Bridge Ceremony on the Main Street Bridge to honor our soldiers. The Parade starts promptly at 10:00 am in front of the American Legion on West Front Street, turns south onto Main Street and then turns west onto […]
Join us for an in-person Baby Storytime program at the library. We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and bells! Please register at findlaylibrary.org.
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 MCPA for a fun hands-on tie-dye activity to kick off Pride Month. This activity will take place outside at the Hancock County Farmers' Market from 4 - 6 p.m. and will be led by Jason Wagner. This activity is open to all ages with a cost of $20. Register and reserve your t-shirt here! […]
Boogie is back and taking place on the MCPA Block for the first time ever! Celebrate the beginning of summer with friends and neighbors in the heart of Downtown Findlay. Boogie on the Block is Findlay’s largest community block party with live music, libations, and delicious food vendors. Held annually on the first Friday of […]
Join us for an in-person Baby Storytime program at the library. We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and bells! Please register at findlaylibrary.org.
Since its beginnings as a small potluck, Findlay Pride has grown steadily in the past 20 years. This year's 20th annual celebration will be bigger and better than ever. June 4 Events: Pride Yoga in the Park Pride Volleyball Tournament Pride in the Park Pride After Party Other Events June 2: Pride Mixer June 3: […]
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!
Play Bingo and win book Prizes! Books for PreK through grade 8 are available. You can join us at the library to play in the Lindamood Room or register to play via Zoom. Register to receive a link and online materials to play on Zoom. You do NOT need to register for in person Bingo […]
