Barks & Brews with the Humane Society and SPCA of Hancock County will be a fun-filled day, jam packed with activities and goodies for you AND your dog at Findlay Brewing Company and East Crawford Street - all while raising money for the Humane Society! Pre-Registration Cost: $30 per human with one dog Pre-registration is highly […]
Head to Hancock County Fairgrounds for a monthly Flea Market & Craft Show. You may expect to find antiques, books, signs, collectibles, jewelry, toys, and more. Admission and Parking are free! Interested vendors may contact Diane Parker, 419-306-3072.
Yeehaw! Join the fun at Ghost Town for the 2nd annual Cowboy Days Event and Craft Show! There will be activities for the whole family and over 40 quality vendors, with more being added daily! Food, Live Music, Patterson’s Petting Zoo, Rock Pocket Gems Rock Shop, the updated General Store, Barrel Train rides, Living History, […]
The McKinnis family always seem to be busy. There is always work to be done, especially in the summer. Extra hands are always needed. Chores included washing the dishes, sweeping the floors, weeding the garden, and much more. Work is always more fun when done with friends. Come out to the McKinnis homestead and join […]
What job does a leaf do? Some of those jobs include providing shade, catching water, and being nest material. Children are invited to join their friends at Hancock Park District to learn the jobs leaves do, the many shapes they come in, and if they can be another color besides green in the summer. A […]
Andrew Stepleton from Edward Jones will share strategies you can use to guard your assets from unexpected events, protect your retirement income, and address rising health care and long-term medical costs. Please register by visiting our online calendar at findlaylibrary.org or by contacting the library reference desk at 419-422-1737.
Follow a treasure map to collect clues and earn a small prize! This library program will be hosted at the Oakwoods Nature Preserve at 1400 Oakwoods Lane, Findlay, Ohio at the Richard S. "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center.
Nature exploration will lead to the world of fossils and seashells, beginning with a fossil and seashell display inside the Richard S. “Doc” Phillips Discovery Center. Digging in the Playscape for fossils and then identifying fossils will be involved. After lunch, campers will hike to Dold Lake to search for seashells on the beach. They […]
Enjoy lunch with some entertainment! Family-friendly live music performed by local artists for people of all ages held at Riverside Park's Waterfall Pavilion. There will not be any food offerings, so people are encouraged to bring their own lunch. There is room to spread out, so bring chairs or blankets to sit on. Featured Musicians […]
Join us for an in-person Storytime program at the library. We will sing, rhyme, and read together. Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading.
Join your friends at the library for art, science, and engineering projects in our makerspace for kids! Different projects each week. You can drop in any time between 2 - 3:30 p.m. Children 8 and under should be accompanied by an adult.
Photo by The Courier Shop the Arcadia Farmers' Market for fresh food all summer long! The Arcadia Farmers' Market takes place every other week from May 3 - September 20, and is held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 18974 St. Rt. 12 from 4 - 6 p.m. Interested vendors or those with questions can email ArcadiaOHmarket@gmail.com. […]
Get out in the parks and go fishing as a family. Join Hancock Park District to learn about the basics of fishing as we try to catch some fish that live in Giertz Lake. All skill levels are welcome. A fishing pole will be provided or bring your own. Hancock Park District will have corn […]
Presented by The Toledo Zoom and Aquarium, join us for a special animal-themed story and visit with an animal friend via Zoom! Register online to receive the Zoom link. Please be sure to register by noon the day of the event to be sure you get a link.
Support local farmers, gardeners, and vendors by visiting Mt. Blanchard's Farmers' Market. Taking place every Wednesday June 8 - August 31 in Hurricane Park.
The Riverside Civic Concert Series will return to the Allen P. Dudley Memorial Bandshell each Wednesday beginning June 15 through July 20. This summertime favorite is free to the public and features area civic and community bands. Featured Musicians: June 15: Findlay Civic Band***Cancelled due to Heat*** June 22: Fostoria Community Band June 29: Findlay Civic Band […]
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.
Bring your preschoolers out to join Hancock Park District in activities that will help them learn about some fabulous fish that live right here in Ohio. Hands-on stations will include the opportunity to observe how fish swim, touch fish scales, and play a “fishing” game. Afterwards, fishing poles will be available for use at Giertz […]
Explore the south side of Litzenberg as we find what insects call the park home. First, meet in front of the Activity Barn to discuss what is entomology, how to use our nets and other collecting equipment, and about safety while exploring. Then participants will cross the road to the south side to find insects […]
Come craft with your friends at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library on the last Wednesday of each month! Adults and teens 16+ are welcome. Registration is preferred. Register by calling 419-422-1712 and ask for the reference desk or register online. Walk-ins are welcome if room is available. This month's craft: Crochet Whales Must know basic […]
Need help building reading confidence? Or do you love reading as much as you love dogs? Beginning readers and students in kindergarten through twelfth grade are invited to drop in for reading practice with Gibbs, a licensed therapy dog, at the library each week. Participants will receive one-on-one time with Gibbs and his trainer as […]
See the Blanchard River via kayak and learn about plants and animals found along the riverbank. Kayakers will join Hancock Park District's Naturalist to travel to the bridge at Bright Road, turnaround, and return to Zonta Landing at Riverside Park Waterfront. Meet at Zonta Landing at Riverside Park. This event is open to ages 18 […]
Join your friends at the library for SummerREAD Storytime at Riverside Park! We will sing, rhyme, and read together as we explore Oceans of Possibilities! Storytime is for children of all ages, accompanied by a caregiver. If there is inclement weather, the library’s website and Facebook will have alerts, and Storytime will be held in […]
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 […]
The Blanchard River Greenway gives you an opportunity to visit the waterfalls at Riverside Park The Plein Air Gatherings are an opportunity for artists to get together and paint or draw outdoors “en plein air” in Hancock County parks. All adult artists who use any medium conducive to working outdoors are welcome. If you are […]
Join Hancock Park District on a hunt for butterflies! Take a hike to Goose Lake to see if you can find butterflies along the way. See how many different colored ones you can find; maybe white, maybe yellow, or even each color of the rainbow. A brief talk on butterfly body parts will take place […]
With the warm winds of summer, what better way to enjoy the breeze than flying your very own kite! Join Hancock Park District at Aeraland to create your own kite from newspaper, dowel rods, string, and ribbon. Learn about the history of kites, how they work, and what a good kite needs to fly. After […]
Teens in grades 6-12 can join us at The University of Findlay's Mazza Museum for a tour of the Enchanted Brush Exhibition followed by a career chat with Curator, Dan Chudzinski, meet at the Mazza Museum. Register through the online calendar at findlaylibrary.org or by calling the Youth Services desk at 419-434-1077.
Plan to pick a favorite cocktail or spirit and sit on The Bourbon Affair's patio as you enjoy music from some of your favorite local musicians during The Bourbon Affair's Summer Concert Series. May 26 - Ryan Parker June 2 - Jason Wagner June 9 - Elizabeth Peterson June 16 - Tim Oehler June 23 […]
Join Hancock Park District and take a closer look at those buried at Indian Green Cemetery, located in Liberty Township, just east of Litzenberg Memorial Woods. In this program, you will learn about Charles and Mary McKinnis, pioneers who inhabited the 1847 McKinnis House, their children, and extended family. After a program in the Activity […]
Live music can be found throughout Findlay and Hancock County any given night, especially on the weekends. See who is playing this weekend! Musicians and Venues can add their upcoming shows to our calendar here. See the music playing here!
Active adults are invited to join Hancock Park District to take a leisurely guided kayak trip on the Blanchard River and enjoy the scenic view along the way. There will be a brief talk about boating safety and how to maneuver your kayak before getting started. Meet at Zonta Landing. This event is open to […]
Teen Take & Make: Do you like pirates, sea life, or sharks? Pick up one of our teen collage kits! Kits include many graphics and backgrounds to be cut out and assembled into a collage creation! Kits will be available to pick up at the Main Library in the Teen Department, as well as 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.
Join Hancock Park District for a workshop to learn about the sport of kayaking. You will learn how to safely participate in the sport of kayaking and then join the group for an evening kayak trip on the Blanchard River to see what you can see! Meet at Zonta Landing. This event is open to […]
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!
Do you love solving puzzles and cracking secret codes? Our 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 Saturday, July 2 and are available while supplies last in the Children's Department at the Main Library, at the Arlington branch, […]
Have you heard about disc golf? Disc golf is a sport in which players throw a small frisbee at a target. It is played using rules similar to golf. Join Hancock Park District to learn how to play this game with your family. Bring your own discs or borrow some that will be on hand. […]
Wine & Dine on Gillig Winery's Grape Escape! Featuring two artists each Saturday, one from 2 - 5 p.m. and the other from 6 - 9 p.m. The first artist listed will play from 2 - 5 p.m., the second artist from 6 - 9 p.m. June 4: Fred Neal & Mike Bouillon June 11: […]
Kick off your Independence Day Celebrations in Flag City, USA! Findlay and Hancock County's annual Fourth of July Fireworks Show take place annually on July 3 at 10 p.m. Admission and parking is free. The Entertainment Stage by Meijer will feature local band, The Cherry Bombs playing family-friendly tunes from the 70's, 80's, and 90's […]
Don't miss the Fourth of July Parade, taking place on July 4th in Downtown Findlay. The parade will step-off promptly at 11 a.m. The parade route will begin at Lincoln St. and run North on Main St., through Downtown Findlay, before ending at Center Street. The parade will stage from Baldwin to Lincoln on Main […]
Celebrate Independence Day with an old-fashioned ice cream social on the front porch of the Hull House! The museum is an easy walk from the Main Street parade route and facilities will be open with family friendly activities! Featuring Dietsch Brothers Fine Chocolates and Ice Cream scoops for $2, ice cream bars for $2, and […]
Join us for an in-person Storytime program at the library. We will sing, rhyme, and read together. Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading.
Do you enjoy spending time in nature? Keeping a nature journal is a great learning tool when you are out exploring. It becomes a record of your hike and helps you remember what you’ve learned and seen. Bring your own nature journal or make your own out of paper at the Discovery Center with Hancock […]
Join your friends at the library for art, science, and engineering projects in our makerspace for kids! Different projects each week. You can drop in any time between 2 - 3:30 p.m. Children 8 and under should be accompanied by an adult.
Come to the library for a teen game night! Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to come hang out and play board games, card games, and puzzles! Both classic games and newer games will be available to play.
Join Hancock Park District and enjoy the parks as a family. Learn about the basics of fishing and try to catch some fish that live in Shank Lake. All skill levels are welcome. A fishing pole will be provided or bring your own. Corn and hotdogs available for bait or bring your own lucky lure! […]
Support local farmers, gardeners, and vendors by visiting Mt. Blanchard's Farmers' Market. Taking place every Wednesday June 8 - August 31 in Hurricane Park.
The Riverside Civic Concert Series will return to the Allen P. Dudley Memorial Bandshell each Wednesday beginning June 15 through July 20. This summertime favorite is free to the public and features area civic and community bands. Featured Musicians: June 15: Findlay Civic Band***Cancelled due to Heat*** June 22: Fostoria Community Band June 29: Findlay Civic Band […]
It is 1847. This camp will break down by season the chores that pioneer children did, what school was like, the food they ate, and the clothes they wore. Pancakes will be made on the cookstove and eaten with maple syrup. There will be work to do in the garden, such as pulling weeds and […]
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 us for an in-person Baby Storytime program at the library. We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and bells! Children up to 36 months of age and older siblings are welcome.
Join the Findlay Art League as they host pottery teacher Angie Craine for a youth wheel class. Participants will practice centering on the potter’s wheel and creating an item. On day two they will glaze their item(s) and continue throwing on the wheel. Items will be fired and available for pick-up at a later date. […]
Do you enjoy spending time in nature? Learn how nature journaling can become a part of your daily routine. Bring your own nature journal or make your own out of paper at the Discovery Center with Hancock Park District. Then go outside to find a spot to spend some time in nature to start our […]
Bring your preschoolers out to the park to learn the difference between warm-blooded and cold-blooded creatures by learning about reptiles. Join Hancock Park District at hands-on stations, where children will be able to meet a live reptile, touch a snake skin, and create a turtle of their own to take home. Afterwards, enjoy a hike […]
Do you love comics, manga, and graphic novels? Want to hang out with other kids who love them too? Join our Comics Club to explore great books and learn about how they’re made. Before each session, participants are asked to read a themed book and bring it with them to the meeting. Register online at […]
Our July Eat Well/Live Well program will be "Make Your Salads Fresh Again". Join us on Wednesday, July 6 as Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Jennifer Little, shares about fresh ideas for making this summer staple. Click on the event in the Calendar tab at findlaylibrary.org.
Join Hancock Par District with your toddler to create a nature themed suncatcher. Toddlers will be able to easily add flowers, sticks, leaves, and other natural treasures to their paper plate suncatcher which can be taken home and hung up with string or yarn. It’s the perfect way to bring the beauty of the outdoors […]
Need help building reading confidence? Or do you love reading as much as you love dogs? Beginning readers and students in kindergarten through twelfth grade are invited to drop in for reading practice with Gibbs, a licensed therapy dog, at the library each week. Participants will receive one-on-one time with Gibbs and his trainer as […]
Join the Findlay Art League as they host teacher, Janealla Killebrew, for painting workshop throughout the month of July on Wednesdays. Enjoy some studio time at the Findlay Art League and bring your own art materials and work on whatever you choose! The event is free and is open to those 18 years and older. […]
Summer fun will involve learning the game of disc golf, having an overnight campout, and exploring trails. There will be a night hike along the Deer Meadow Trail to see what is on the prowl. We will look for raccoon tracks and signs of other nocturnal animals, and be alert to owls calling in the […]
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 […]
The Plein Air Gatherings are an opportunity for artists to get together and paint or draw outdoors “en plein air” in Hancock County parks. All adult artists who use any medium conducive to working outdoors are welcome. If you are new to plein air painting or would like to try it but are hesitant to […]
Join us for an in-person Storytime program at the library. We will sing, rhyme, and read together. Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading.
Join the Findlay Art League as they host pottery teacher Angie Craine for a youth wheel class. Participants will practice centering on the potter’s wheel and creating an item. On day two they will glaze their item(s) and continue throwing on the wheel. Items will be fired and available for pick-up at a later date. […]
Do your kids enjoy spending time in nature? Are they always curious and observing what they see? Join Hancock Park District to learn how nature journaling can become a part of their daily routine. Kids will be able to make their nature journal out of paper at the Discovery Center and then we will go […]
Enjoy lunch from local food trucks and a percentage of their proceeds will go to United Way! Do Good Days will take place every other Thursday. Food trucks participating are: May 26: Jonny Burritos June 9: Gyro Corner June 23: Jonny Burritos July 7: Gyro Corner July 21: Fork in the Road August 4: Fundae […]
Plan to pick a favorite cocktail or spirit and sit on The Bourbon Affair's patio as you enjoy music from some of your favorite local musicians during The Bourbon Affair's Summer Concert Series. May 26 - Ryan Parker June 2 - Jason Wagner June 9 - Elizabeth Peterson June 16 - Tim Oehler June 23 […]
Do you love to draw? Join us for monthly drawing activities, and hang out with other young artists. This month, we will be experimenting with watercolor, learning how to mix drawings with watercolor paints, and following a tutorial to draw and paint an ocean scene. Grades 2 and up. Children will be seated together by […]
Live music can be found throughout Findlay and Hancock County any given night, especially on the weekends. See who is playing this weekend! Musicians and Venues can add their upcoming shows to our calendar here. See the music playing here!
Read for Life will be offering a tutor training class! Potential adult volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and are asked to commit to one year or more of volunteering. Volunteers must be literate, however, no professional training or education is required. Read for Life is looking for volunteers to teach reading, […]
Join the Findlay Art League as they host pottery art teacher Angie Craine to instruct a youth pottery handbuilding class. Participants will learn how to construct a mug and glaze […]
Join in on the annual tour of the beautiful daylily gardens in Findlay each July. This tour is free, self-guided and includes six unique gardens featuring daylilies around Findlay. Each […]
A sensory path is a fun way to get your child moving and working on their gross motor skills. Come out to Riverbend and join Hancock Park District to try […]
Enjoy live music this summer on Friday nights in Downtown Findlay to get your weekend started right! Admission is free, libations available for purchase. May 27: The Hipnotix, snacks provided […]
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!
Join in on the annual tour of the beautiful daylily gardens in Findlay each July. This tour is free, self-guided and includes six unique gardens featuring daylilies around Findlay. Each garden has its own features and special personality. Daylilies are available for purchase at 3 of the gardens. This event spans across three days, […]
On July 9th Findlay Amvets and Garner Trucking will be holding the 7th Annual Wreaths Across America: Ride to Remember. This event is held in conjunction with the national Wreaths […]
Wine & Dine on Gillig Winery's Grape Escape! Featuring two artists each Saturday, one from 2 - 5 p.m. and the other from 6 - 9 p.m. The first artist […]
Come out and enjoy cruising around Downtown Findlay! Classics, hot rods, mini trucks, low riders, imports bring them out and enjoy hanging out with fellow car people. This is nothing […]
Join in on the annual tour of the beautiful daylily gardens in Findlay each July. This tour is free, self-guided and includes six unique gardens featuring daylilies around Findlay. Each garden has its own features and special personality. Daylilies are available for purchase at 3 of the gardens. This event spans across three days, […]
The Mazza Summer Conference is a three-day conference where teachers, librarians, and book lovers delight in educational and engaging presentations from some of the top authors and illustrators in the picture book industry. Conference attendees can also choose from daily breakout sessions that are led by in-service teachers and librarians offering techniques for using picture […]
Being wild about nature means exploring wetlands, prairies, forests, and rivers to learn about the natural world. Three parks will be explored on different days throughout the camp. Before every […]
Join MCPA for a fun-filled week as you sing, act, dance and play all things Seuss! During the week, you will work with MCPA's amazing teaching team and learn the art of singing, acting, and dancing. You will also get the opportunity to participate theatre games and other activities that will help build skills in […]
Join Hancock Park District to learn more about North America’s only marsupial and find out what one of their favorite snacks is. Through a
