Spring is almost here and the temperatures are starting to fluctuate. This means that conditions are right for collecting maple tree sap. Step back in time to see the process the pioneers and Native Americans used to collect sap and boil it down to produce sweet maple syrup. Other stops of interest include sap science […]
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 […]
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 […]
A collection of nature books for all ages to read will be on display. Some examples are Who Dunit on the Forest Floor, Lost in the Woods, It Fell from the Sky and A Rock is Lively. Many stories from the children’s author Jan Brett will also be on hand. Meet at the Discovery Center. […]
Preschool Playtime is a FREE open gym for all preschool aged children--any child who is not yet in school. We have balls to play with, ride-on toys, mats to crawl/roll around on, a mini-trampoline, a slide, infant toys, and lots of space to run around and play. No need to register! Questions: Email Jenny at […]
Let’s go into the woods and search for squirrels. As we hike, we will look for different types of tree squirrels and ground squirrels, observe squirrel behavior, look for squirrel homes, and touch squirrel furs. Meet at Shelter 3. This free program is open to children ages 4-5 with an adult; other aged siblings are […]
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.
On the night of March 13-14, we are going to experience a total lunar eclipse here in Ohio. In our indoor planetarium program, your friends with Hancock Parks will talk about lunar eclipses, why they happen, how a total lunar eclipse differs from a total solar eclipse, and how to observe this astronomical event and […]
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 […]
