The Passenger Pigeon was once the most numerous bird species in the world with population estimates as high as seven billion birds living in Eastern North America. However, due to over hunting by early Americans, the bird became extinct 110 years ago when the last Passenger Pigeon died at the Cincinnati Zoo on September 1, […]
The City of Findlay Recreation Department presents the Keep Active Keep Healthy program. Throughout the summer the Recreation Department will host games and activities in different city parks for all ages to play. All activities are free and all equipment will be provided. Come and try a new activity and get moving this summer! Join […]
Don't miss the weekly Hancock County Farmers' Market! Held at MCPA's Festival Grounds, the Hancock County Farmers' Market is held rain or shine. The market has a large selection of vendors with local, in-season produce, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and more. Plus, check out the special informational programming each week for adults and children of […]
Tired of writing alone? Come write with us! Bring your own work-in-progress or start fresh with one of our prompts. All writers are welcome - join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/fhcplwsg/ We will meet at Coffee Amici in downtown Findlay. Cafe purchases not required to participate.
Consumed by Fire will be performing a FREE outdoor concert at Ghost Town! Doors open at 5 p.m. Local Praise & Worship Band will begin at 6 p.m. with Consumed By Fire to follow. Food trucks available on-site. Don't forget a lawn chair or blanket!
Plan to attend Bluffton's weekly Farmers' Market, held in the parking lot of Citizen's National Bank in Downtown Bluffton. Find homemade goods and seasonal produce from local growers. See the vendor directory and more here!
Award-winning Broadway star Karen Mason of Wonderland, Mamma Mia, Sunset Boulevard, and Hairspray will be joined by Grammy-nominated Broadway Conductor Phil Reno on piano. Purchase your tickets here! Ticket costs are $30 for adults, $27 for seniors, and $10 for non-UF students. Tickets are free for UF faculty, staff and students with a valid University ID or discount code. The Thomas and Kathleen Donnell Broadway […]
Join Katy Mercer for an evening of yoga bliss. This slow flow yoga class will focus on breathwork, gentle movement, and meditation. Participants will experience deep relaxation for the body, mind, and soul. Class will culminate with sound healing. Please bring a yoga mat & water bottle to class. Registration is required, register online or […]
Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of […]
Take part in at Fun for All class! Carve a design onto a small plate using the a pottery technique known as sgraffito. All skill levels are welcome to this discounted class and all supplies are provided. Register here! This class is supported by Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation's Fun for All series!
Don't miss the weekly Hancock County Farmers' Market! Held at MCPA's Festival Grounds, the Hancock County Farmers' Market is held rain or shine. The market has a large selection of vendors with local, in-season produce, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and more. Plus, check out the special informational programming each week for adults and children of […]
Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of […]
Take part in at Fun for All class! Carve a design onto a small plate using the a pottery technique known as sgraffito. All skill levels are welcome to this discounted class and all supplies are provided. Register here! This class is supported by Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation's Fun for All series!
The Live@Armes series offers an intimate listening experience for newgrass Americana bands. September's Live@Armes featured artist is Damn Tall Buildings. Witty & engaging, Damn Tall Buildings’ energizing music finds beauty and glory in the mundane workaday struggle of everyday life: time keeps passing and the seasons come and go, you scroll too much, you smoke […]
Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of […]
Come along as Hancock Park District searches for insects that are active at night. First, we will talk about what it means to be nocturnal and why some insects are only active at night. We will then hike out to the meadow to listen to the calls of katydids and crickets. Next, we will move […]
Don't miss Cancer Patient Services' third annual Flock Walk! Held outside surrounding the UF campus, this is a family-friendly event with plenty of fun activities. Walk with your family, friends, and neighbors to support LOCAL cancer patients! The 5K part of the event will be a fun run and will not be professionally timed. If […]
Join your friends at Ghost Town: Where the West Comes Alive for Johnny Appleseed Days! Meet Johnny Appleseed himself during this special event and take place is plenty of old time fun. Submit your entry for the Apple Pie Contest, take a ride on a carriage with Black Swamp Drivers, watch demonstrations by Blacksmith Warriors […]
Plan to attend Bluffton's weekly Farmers' Market, held in the parking lot of Citizen's National Bank in Downtown Bluffton. Find homemade goods and seasonal produce from local growers. See the vendor directory and more here!
Even though fall is technically a week away, fall migration is in full swing as birds start their journey south. Come along as Hancock Park District searches for migrating birds like warblers, sparrows, thrushes, hawks, and shorebirds as well as summer resident birds preparing to start their journey. Binoculars will be provided or bring your […]
It is National Trade a Rock Day, and you are invited to bring a rock to the park and trade during Hancock Park District's program. Your rock must come with a date of when it was collected, and the place you collected it from. Every rock tells a story and that is the fun part […]
Afternoon tea anyone? Not only does she solve crimes, but Agatha Christie's detective Miss Marple loves a quintessentially English Tea "to die for!" With a nod to this author of numerous mysteries, born on September 15, Jones Mansion's dedicated staff will offer patrons another unique tea menu offering some of her favorite foods. You will […]
Each year the world gathers to celebrate and view Earth’s only natural satellite, the Moon. First, learn about our moon including how it was formed, its features, and human exploration. Then we will go out on the lawn and look through a telescope to get a closer look at the moon and other objects in […]
Join your friends at Ghost Town: Where the West Comes Alive for Johnny Appleseed Days! Meet Johnny Appleseed himself during this special event and take place is plenty of old time fun. Submit your entry for the Apple Pie Contest, take a ride on a carriage with Black Swamp Drivers, watch demonstrations by Blacksmith Warriors […]
Join the Braden Kramer Foundation for a timed 5K that starts and ends at Findlay Brewing Co.! While you are running, be sure to chase down the "beer!" The runners who successfully finish the 5K before the "beer" will receive an entry to win a $50 Gift Card to Dave's Running and $50 Gift Card […]
As the season of autumn approaches, leaves start to change color, nights fill with cooler air, and animals get ready for the cold and snow. What does that mean for nocturnal park residents, like raccoons, owls, and bats? Find out as you walk the moon-lit trails along with your friends at Hancock Park District. Meet […]
The City of Findlay Recreation Department presents the Keep Active Keep Healthy program. Throughout the summer the Recreation Department will host games and activities in different city parks for all ages to play. All activities are free and all equipment will be provided. Come and try a new activity and get moving this summer! Join […]
Don't miss the weekly Hancock County Farmers' Market! Held at MCPA's Festival Grounds, the Hancock County Farmers' Market is held rain or shine. The market has a large selection of vendors with local, in-season produce, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and more. Plus, check out the special informational programming each week for adults and children of […]
Learn how to use subdued color to produce a moody atmosphere during this impressionistic waterscape watercolor painting, inspired by Eugene Boudin's "Le Havre L'avant Port". Participants will learn how to differentiate Sky, Boats & Water using paint and learn how to create focal with only color. All skills are welcome and all supplies are provided. […]
Plan to attend the City of Findlay Airport’s Wings & Wheels event. This family-friendly event will feature planes, a craft & vendor fair, food trucks, a kids’ zone, and of course, the main attraction, the car show! Pre-register your car here! New this year is a 5K! Run or Walk this one-of-a-kind 5K held at […]
Plan to attend Bluffton's weekly Farmers' Market, held in the parking lot of Citizen's National Bank in Downtown Bluffton. Find homemade goods and seasonal produce from local growers. See the vendor directory and more here!
Join your friends at Elida Candle Company for their Fall Fun candle pouring experience at Elida Candle Company on September 21st! Enjoy apple cider and a delicious pumpkin cake pop, while you pour your own candle in a beautiful and festive pumpkin jar. You will create the perfect Fall fragrance and our expert candle makers […]
Enjoy a great cultural event with music, vendors, food trucks, children's games, and so much more! All are welcome, there will be fun and games for children of all ages. Family friendly community wide celebration includes: • Featuring DJ David Sabino, live music, dance, spoken word and more • Local vendors • Food trucks • […]
Artist Landon Smith is teaching a portrait drawing class that explores the dynamic qualities of graphite and charcoal. Students will develop skills in shading, proportion, and texture, learning to capture the depth and nuances of human expressions with these versatile mediums. Register here! This class is open to those 18 and older, all skill levels […]
Learn something new with a one night wheel class. Learn to make a bowl on the pottery wheel in one night. This class is open to adults 18 and older! Register here! This class is supported by Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation’s Fun for All series!
Don't miss the weekly Hancock County Farmers' Market! Held at MCPA's Festival Grounds, the Hancock County Farmers' Market is held rain or shine. The market has a large selection of vendors with local, in-season produce, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and more. Plus, check out the special informational programming each week for adults and children of […]
Learn something new with a one night wheel class. Learn to make a bowl on the pottery wheel in one night. This class is open to adults 18 and older! Register here! This class is supported by Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation’s Fun for All series!
The University of Findlay Theatre Program presents - TRAGEDY: a tragedy. It is night, and after darkness falls…it stays down. No one can be certain when or if the sun will ever return. In this absurdist comedy by Will Eno, newscasters attempt to report on the unfolding crisis, which may (or may not) be the […]
Decomposers are an important part of most ecosystems. The role of decomposers is to break down dead organisms and return the nutrients back to the soil. Without these important organisms, […]
The University of Findlay Theatre Program presents - TRAGEDY: a tragedy. It is night, and after darkness falls…it stays down. No one can be certain when or if the sun will ever return. In this absurdist comedy by Will Eno, newscasters attempt to report on the unfolding crisis, which may (or may not) be the […]
The Bluffton Fall Festival is a family-friendly, community-wide festival! The day is full of fun activities to be enjoyed by all ages. Each stop during Bluffton Fall Festival offers something different. Great food, interesting crafts, live music, kids games & activities and more! See the locations and schedule here!
Plan to attend Bluffton's weekly Farmers' Market, held in the parking lot of Citizen's National Bank in Downtown Bluffton. Find homemade goods and seasonal produce from local growers. See the vendor directory and more here!
Enjoy an informal gathering for enthusiasts and their cars the fourth Saturday of every month for cars, coffee, and conversation. All makes and models of both autos and bikes are welcome. Coffee and pastries provided by Twisted Whisk Cafe. This event is free to all! See the flyer here
The National Dachshund Races returns to Riverside Park in Findlay for their 22nd annual race and it will be a day full of fun events and races. This event is the perfect outing for all ages. You can watch, laugh and cheer during the races and also have the opportunity to donate to several worthy […]
The University of Findlay Theatre Program presents - TRAGEDY: a tragedy. It is night, and after darkness falls…it stays down. No one can be certain when or if the sun will ever return. In this absurdist comedy by Will Eno, newscasters attempt to report on the unfolding crisis, which may (or may not) be the […]
As we enter fall, trees start to change colors. Come along with your friends at Hancock Park District on a hike to look for different trees that can be found in the park. We will talk about the types of forests in Ohio, why leaves change colors and fall off the trees, how to identify […]
The University of Findlay Theatre Program presents - TRAGEDY: a tragedy. It is night, and after darkness falls…it stays down. No one can be certain when or if the sun will ever return. In this absurdist comedy by Will Eno, newscasters attempt to report on the unfolding crisis, which may (or may not) be the […]
Don't miss the weekly Hancock County Farmers' Market! Held at MCPA's Festival Grounds, the Hancock County Farmers' Market is held rain or shine. The market has a large selection of vendors with local, in-season produce, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and more. Plus, check out the special informational programming each week for adults and children of […]
Plan to attend Bluffton's weekly Farmers' Market, held in the parking lot of Citizen's National Bank in Downtown Bluffton. Find homemade goods and seasonal produce from local growers. See the vendor directory and more here!
Marathon Petroleum and HONOR, the Veterans employee network chapter in Findlay, Ohio, are hosting a 5K race for employees and community members! Sign up here! The race will start on East Hardin Street under the MPC skywalk. All race proceeds will benefit Flag City Honor Flight and other Honor Flight chapters. Honor Flight is a […]
