Tony Award-winning Broadway star Matt Doyle of Company, The Book of Mormon, and Bye Bye Birdie will be joined by Grammy-nominated Broadway Conductor Phil Reno on piano. Tickets are free for UF faculty, staff, and students. Cost is $30 for adults, $27 for seniors, and $10 for non-UF students. Purchase your tickets here. The Thomas […]
Join your friends from the library for WinterREAD fun from January 7 February 3. READ BOOKS! WIN PRIZES! Pick up your paperwork at the library or register online through ReadSquared at http://findlaylibrary.readsquared.com. Log your reading or bingo activities to earn points and be entered for prizes.
Owls are common nighttime predators in Ohio’s forests, but to most people they are birds of mystery. Join you friends at Hancock Park District as they read a mfun owl story talk about the secrets and unique features of owls. We will talk about the owls of Ohio, listen to their calls, look at some […]
Are you a high school student interested in a career in Aviation? Or perhaps you've just been curious about the options available to someone with an interest in flying. Whatever the case may be, we invite you to join us Monday, January 29th at 6 PM at the Findlay Airport Terminal for the first meeting […]
The City of Findlay Recreation Department & the Keep Active Keep Healthy program invite you and your family to join us for a board game night! We will have a selection of board games for you to try. Play one of our games or bring your own to play with your family and friends. This […]
Try bowling during an outdoor ice bowling game. Each bowling ball is made of ice. Join Hancock Park District and see if your child can bowl a strike and knock over all six pins. After your game, warm-up inside the Discovery Center, play with the puppets, and do a coloring page. Meet at the Discovery […]
If you like to quilt but can never find patterns that you like, create your own design on a quilt block with your friends at Hancock Park District. Using crayon, you will draw your pattern or picture on your fabric. Then you will set the image using an iron. After you create your block, get […]
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! […]
Join your friends at the library for Starter Storytime! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments! This program is suggested for children up to 36 months of age with a caregiver. Older siblings are welcome, too. Same program as Baby Storytime with a new name.
Drop in 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.
Write a short story (350 words or less) and submit it with a signed entry form to the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library. Children in grades K-5 who live or attend school in Hancock County, OH are eligible to enter. Entry forms and rules are available at the Childrens Desk, Arlington Branch, and the Bookmobile, or […]
Join us for art, science, and engineering projects in our makerspace for kids! This month, we will be joined by a special guest, Satoyo Tachio from the Japanese Outreach Initiative at the Mazza Museum. Satoyo will teach us about Japanese colors and tape art, then we will use washi tape to decorate notebooks. Please bring a […]
Grab a friend and join us for our first Painting Party of the year! Awakening Minds Art will be here to instruct us in the creation of the adorable painting shown. It's the perfect way to usher in Valentine's Day! Reservations are $45 and include all the supplies and instructions needed - plus any beverage […]
Join your friends at the library for Starter Storytime! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments! This program is suggested for children up to 36 months of age with a caregiver. Older siblings are welcome, too. Same program as Baby Storytime with a new name.
Drop in 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.
The University of Wonder & Imagination is now enrolling students of all ages and magical abilities...and there’s a place with your name on it! Assemble with your fellow students and journey to the most unusual of universities, where the mysterious Professor Bamberg will guide you through this interactive theater experience, and the choices you, the […]
Hancock Park District Beginner Cross-country Ski Workshops will cover the fundamentals, including proper use of equipment and how to glide, climb hills, stand up on skis, turn around, and get into rhythm. Workshops are subject to proper snow and weather conditions. Dress appropriately for winter weather, including layered clothing, hats, and gloves. Meet at Shelter […]
Come and join us for Cosmic Cinema, a monthly viewing party that will have you reaching for the stars as we count down to the total solar eclipse event on April 8, 2024. This month's documentary will be NOVA: The Planets - Jupiter. From the rocky inner worlds to the gas giants, every planet of […]
Sign up for Awakening Minds Art' Process-Art Winter Themed Collage. This Fun For All art class is good for adults and children, families welcome. During this class you will explore painting, cutting, coloring, and collaging. Register here! Sponsored by the Findlay-Hancock Community Foundation's Fun for All series, there will be 8 free classes throughout 2024. […]
Follow the clues to find out which animals pooped in the park? Join Hancock Park District as we take a close look at several different kinds of scat, such as the bear scat which is much larger than the cougar’s scat. Scat is another word for POO! There are many ways to tell who left […]
Make it a Funday Sunday at the Mazza Museum! Enjoy art activities, games, hands-on educational stations, interactive STEAM activities, planetarium shows, and more. Registration is requested, but not required. Register here! November 5 - Gone Fishing December 3 - Wizardly Christmas January 7 - Brick by Brick: LEGO February 4 - ROAR: Dino Dig March […]
Plan to attend Hancock County Young Gun's Annual Meeting to begin the season for the team - anyone interested in joining the team is encouraged to attend. Northwest Ohio Outdoor Youth Education (NOOYE) supports the Hancock County Young Guns, where youth athletes compete in shooting sports, such as trap, skeet, and sporting clays, up to […]
In Hancock Park District's puppet show join our character, Nature Lover, as it explores life in the meadow. Look through the grass and flowers and learn about the different types of insects, mammals, and birds that call the meadow home. Singing, dancing, and crafts will take place after the show. This program takes place on […]
Join your friends at the library for Starter Storytime! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments! This program is suggested for children up to 36 months of age with a caregiver. Older siblings are welcome, too. Same program as Baby Storytime with a new name.
Drop in 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.
During our normal nighttime hikes, flashlights are usually discouraged and not used so our eyes can develop night vision. Well, this is not one of those night hikes. We will light up the trails with flashlights as we play, I See It, I Spot It. We will look for something and then when kids find […]
Get Ready for Bluffton's Chocolate Walk 2024 - Indulge Your Sweet Tooth! Prepare for a delightful chocolate journey with 23 amazing stops, each offering unique and delicious treats to satisfy your sweet tooth. Only 200 tickets will be sold for this exclusive event! Secure your spot by purchasing tickets for $10.00 each Black Lab Trading […]
Enjoy a step-by-step painting class designed for the success of any age or ability. Perfect for couples, parent-kid bonding, mentors and a way to meet new friends! This class is held the 2nd Thursday of every month. Register with $15 per painter here!
Do you love to draw? Join us for drawing tutorials and hang out with other young artists. This month, we will celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Dragon by learning how to draw a Chinese Dragon. Well also get to try other Chinese arts like paper-cutting and calligraphy. Recommended for grades 2 […]
Join your friends at the library for Starter Storytime! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments! This program is suggested for children up to 36 months of age with a caregiver. Older siblings are welcome, too. Same program as Baby Storytime with a new name.
Drop in 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.
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!
Hancock Park District Beginner Cross-country Ski Workshops will cover the fundamentals, including proper use of equipment and how to glide, climb hills, stand up on skis, turn around, and get into rhythm. Workshops are subject to proper snow and weather conditions. Dress appropriately for winter weather, including layered clothing, hats, and gloves. Meet at Shelter […]
With the tail of a rat and a pouch like a kangaroo, the opossum is an amazing creature. Although people usually see opossums as unlikable or dangerous animals, they are helpful creatures in our ecosystem. Join Hancock Park District and learn about awesome opossums. awesome world of opossums. Meet at the Discovery Center. This free […]
In Hancock Park District's puppet show join our character, Nature Lover, as it explores life in the meadow. Look through the grass and flowers and learn about the different types of insects, mammals, and birds that call the meadow home. Singing, dancing, and crafts will take place after the show. This program takes place on […]
Experience art with your young ones while getting them Kindergarten ready! Class includes a step-by-step painting while we work together on shapes, colors, counting, and much more! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended ages are around 3-7 years (or similar skill level). Registration is required, classes are $15/student. Sign up here!
Do you enjoy writing and illustrating? Are you interested in entering the Tell-a-Tale short story contest? Join your friends at the library for a writing and illustrating workshop for kids in grades K-5 where we will play writing and drawing games to jumpstart our creativity! Children 8 and under and children who may need help […]
Join your friends at the library for Adaptive Storytime at the library, a space to foster the early literacy skills of children with neurodiverse symptoms and children who have difficulty engaging during traditional storytimes. We will sing, rhyme, read, and play together with more interactive opportunities. Children with varying learning styles and abilities can learn […]
We will explore our senses with a variety of natural objects. Children will have an opportunity to touch and look at shells, sand, snakeskin, and more. Meet at the Discovery Center. This free event is open to children ages 3 and under with an adult. Registration is not required.
Join your friends at the library for Starter Storytime! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments! This program is suggested for children up to 36 months of age with a caregiver. Older siblings are welcome, too. Same program as Baby Storytime with a new name.
Drop in 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.
Do not let the cold stop you from playing in the park. At Hancock Park District's Playscape in the Nature Play Area we will have ice cubes, spheres, and other ice shapes to build and play with. Children can build with ice and play with sandbox toys. The Discovery Center will be open after the […]
Enjoy a fun story time tailored for toddlers and preschoolers! Each session will feature a different story. Join us as we jump into a story and discover the world within picture books. Registration: 10:45 a.m. Story time: 11 – 11:30 a.m. Optional sack lunch follows
Valentine’s Day is the season of love but Hancock Park District's program animals that live at the Discovery Center often feel lonely when no one is around. Show Nova, Qbert, and the other animals some love by creating a Valentine’s Day card for them. First, say hello to the animals and get to know them […]
Join your friends at the library for Starter Storytime! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments! This program is suggested for children up to 36 months of age with a caregiver. Older siblings are welcome, too. Same program as Baby Storytime with a new name.
Drop in 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.
Bring a deck of cards, your favorite board game, and your family and friends because it is game night! We will provide some favorites like Uno, Checkers, and Candy Land. Learn a new game and make some friends. The question is: Are you ready to win? Meet at the Discovery Center. This free program is […]
Hancock Park District Beginner Cross-country Ski Workshops will cover the fundamentals, including proper use of equipment and how to glide, climb hills, stand up on skis, turn around, and get into rhythm. Workshops are subject to proper snow and weather conditions. Dress appropriately for winter weather, including layered clothing, hats, and gloves. Meet at Shelter […]
Join Hancock Park District to look for salamanders on the move, and under leaves and logs. The Lady Bug Loop Trail is a perfect place to look for the red-backed or Jefferson salamander. There are 24 species of salamanders in Ohio. The small vernal pool at Blue Rock Nature Preserve is salamander habitat. They like […]
The story of “The Pinecone Walk,” by Barbara Springfield will be told by Hancock Park District as you walk the paved portion of the Loop Trail to the pine tree area. Join your friends to look for things in nature that were in the book, such as deer tracks, funny shaped sticks, rocks, and birds. […]
Come one, come all to observe the greatest athletes in the animal world. The animal kingdom is full of organisms capable of record-breaking talents. Join Hancock Park District to look at some of the fastest, strongest, and loudest animals on the planet. Meet at the Discovery Center. This free event is open to children ages […]
Join us for Adaptive Storytime, a program that nurtures the early literacy skills of children who have difficulty engaging during traditional storytimes or have neurodiverse symptoms. Adaptive Storytime can be individualized to meet a childrens needs with flexible pacing, more interactive opportunities, and sensory play. Content is geared toward ages 3 - 7 years, but […]
Join your friends at the library as we focus on the importance of healthy friendships! Staff from the Family Resource Center will be here with escape room-style puzzle activities to solve and ingredients to make a friendship trail mix. To ensure we have enough space and materials, registration is required at findlaylibrary.org/events. This program is […]
Join Mazza’s STEAM Club! This six-week, STEAM focused after-school program is designed for the innovators of tomorrow. Each session will cover a different STEAM topic and will be led by University of Findlay faculty and staff. Students who attend all six sessions will earn a lab coat and will be invited to attend a special […]
Join your friends at the library for Starter Storytime! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments! This program is suggested for children up to 36 months of age with a caregiver. Older siblings are welcome, too. Same program as Baby Storytime with a new name.
Drop in 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.
The unicorn and the dragon are two mythical creatures that still mystify us today. Join Hancock Park District to learn about these beasts that take shape as constellations in the night sky. While Draco is a circumpolar constellation (one that is out every night of the year), February is the best month to view Monoceros. […]
Join your friends at Hancock Park District to create a fun winter painting of a Cardinal by using your child’s hand as the bird. You and your child will paint on some tree branches and use your child’s hand to create the body of the Cardinal. We will then let the paint dry a little […]
Join your friends at Hancock Park District and try your hand at the art of spool knitting. Like knitting or crocheting, it is a historical and fun craft that involves stitching yarn together to create a fabric that can be used to create rugs, socks, and gloves. You will first create our own spool knitters […]
Join your friends at the library for Starter Storytime! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments! This program is suggested for children up to 36 months of age with a caregiver. Older siblings are welcome, too. Same program as Baby Storytime with a new name.
Ms. Greer's classroom includes three inquisitive out-of-the-box thinkers. Rosie Revere has big dreams. Iggy Peck has a relentless passion for architecture. And Ada Twist's curiosity can lead her to solve any problem. A fun musical based on the books Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; and Ada Twist Scientist by Andrea Beaty, which spotlights the […]
It is late winter but there are still animals in the park if you know where to look. Join Hancock Park District on a hike in search of some winter animals like woodpeckers, squirrels, and deer. If you are lucky, we may even find some signs of spring starting to appear. Meet at Shelter 3. […]
Drop in 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.
Hancock Park District Beginner Cross-country Ski Workshops will cover the fundamentals, including proper use of equipment and how to glide, climb hills, stand up on skis, turn around, and get into rhythm. Workshops are subject to proper snow and weather conditions. Dress appropriately for winter weather, including layered clothing, hats, and gloves. Meet at Shelter […]
Join your friends at the library for a family-friendly party with ocean-themed activities and snacks. Cast members from the Youtheatre production of Finding Nemo Jr. will put on a special performance.
February is the shortest and longest month of the year and we want to give you something to look forward to! Cabin Fever is open to the public, family-friendly, and free! Guests are welcome to stop by Blanchard Valley Center between 9am - 12pm for board games, puzzles, crafts, trivia, and more!
A tinsmith, sometimes known as a whitesmith, tinner, tinker, tinman, or tinplate worker is a person who makes and repairs things made of tinware or light metal. The tinsmith learned his trade, like many other artisans, by serving an apprenticeship of 4 to 6 years with a master tinsmith. Among the things they made were […]
“No Plain Pets,” is a story by Marc Ian Barasch filled with fun pictures of all kinds of fun pets and not so perfect pets. How does your pet show you affection? In this story with Hancock Park District, the jungle snake likes to give hugs from all directions. There will be a story, and […]
Start your morning right with a nature hike with Hancock Park District. If you need some pep in your step to get you going for the day, a morning walk could be the answer. You might see a multitude of winter animals, such as the Northern Cardinal, Mourning Dove, Eastern fox squirrel, and more. Meet […]
Listen as Hancock Park District reads the story, Stranger in the Woods, and see how the woodland animals interact with a new friend made of snow. There will be some fun activities like building a snowman inside. Then you can do some crafts like making paper snowflakes, coloring a page, and making a pinecone bird […]
Do you have a list of your favorite books? A list of books you read last year or want to read this year Join your friends at the library for a guided 12 x 16 painting of a book stack that you can personalize with your own book list! Supplies are limited and registration is […]
Join your friends at the library for Starter Storytime! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments! This program is suggested for children up to 36 months of age with a caregiver. Older siblings are welcome, too. Same program as Baby Storytime with a new name.
Drop in 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.
Atlantic Puffin I choose you! Come along with Hancock Park District as you and a friend can create your own nature-inspired Pokémon cards. By drawing or using cutout pictures from magazines, we will create our own cards based off real plants, animals, and other things found in nature. As we design our cards, decide the […]
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! […]
Lets celebrate Leap Day (February 29) with a special program for families. Make a frog or rabbit headband then race through our obstacle course or hop-stacle course! Make sure to wear clothes and shoes that are comfortable for lots of moving around. Families can drop by between 6 PM and 7 PM to join in […]
Join your friends at the library for Starter Storytime! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments! This program is suggested for children up to 36 months of age with a caregiver. Older siblings are welcome, too. Same program as Baby Storytime with a new name.
Drop in 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.
Plan to attend the annual Kiwanis Pancake Day, taking place on March 2 at Findlay High School cafeteria! Tickets are $8 for adults and $7 for children (12 and under) and seniors (62+). Tickets are available now! Purchase your tickets from a Kiwanian or message the Kiwanis Facebook page. All proceeds from Pancake Day help […]
The last time Ohio was witness to a total solar eclipse of the sun was June 16, 1806! The 1806 eclipse has gone down in history as Tecumseh's Eclipse. Join Tom O'Grady, Instructor of Observational Astronomy at Ohio University, as he discusses the dynamics causing solar eclipses and some of the history associated with this […]
Learn about the fundamentals of photography; the exposure triangle, composition, lens selection, lighting and more. Each class features seated instruction, educational booklets, hands-on practice, workshopping and much more! Students must bring their own DSLR camera. All other supplies (booklet, pens, and models, when applicable) provided. This class is open to teens and adults 15 and […]
