Happy holidays from Findlay and Hancock County! Check out local businesses' hours over Christmas weekend, see all December hours here! The Baker's Cafe Christmas Eve: 9 a.m. - Noon Order Pickup, Limited Bakery Treats, Beverages, and Breakfast Sandwiches Christmas Day: Closed The Baking Company & Bread Kneads December 20 - 23: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Christmas […]
Don’t miss NWORRP's most popular event! Hop on board the quarter scale trains for a magical trip through a winter wonderland of sparkling lights and festive decorations. See delightful toy trains running in our beautifully decorated museum and train barn. Hundreds of decorated trees inside and out, plus Santa and Mrs. Claus are visiting from the North Pole […]
Happy New Year! Check all the New Year's Eve celebrations and New Year's weekend hours below. See all Holiday and December hours here. Celebrate! Alexandria's New Year's Eve: 3 p.m. - 2 a.m., Party with Alexandria's to ring in 2022! Anvil Whiskey Bar New Year's Eve: 5 p.m. - 2 a.m., live music featuring Stan […]
Join the Children's Museum of Findlay for a Noon Year's Eve balloon drop! Count down to Noon and ring in the new year a few hours early. The Children's Museum of Findlay is open 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on New Year's Eve.
Don’t miss NWORRP's most popular event! Hop on board the quarter scale trains for a magical trip through a winter wonderland of sparkling lights and festive decorations. See delightful toy trains running in our beautifully decorated museum and train barn. Hundreds of decorated trees inside and out, plus Santa and Mrs. Claus are visiting from the North Pole […]
Reservations are requested for this internationally-inspired New Year's Eve Meal! Dinner for two is $70 and includes an appetizer and dessert to share, 2 entrees, and a bottle of wine. See the menu here! Reservations requested, call 567-250-2525.
Don’t miss NWORRP's most popular event! Hop on board the quarter scale trains for a magical trip through a winter wonderland of sparkling lights and festive decorations. See delightful toy trains running in our beautifully decorated museum and train barn. Hundreds of decorated trees inside and out, plus Santa and Mrs. Claus are visiting from the North Pole […]
Don’t miss NWORRP's most popular event! Hop on board the quarter scale trains for a magical trip through a winter wonderland of sparkling lights and festive decorations. See delightful toy trains running in our beautifully decorated museum and train barn. Hundreds of decorated trees inside and out, plus Santa and Mrs. Claus are visiting from the North Pole […]
Miss Sarah, Youth Services Librarian, presents art, science, and engineering projects. Create something fun with supplies you can find at home. This winter, the library is reposting their favorite videos on their Facebook page.
When the weather outside is frightful, the Discovery Center is delightful. Stop by the Richard S. “Doc” Phillips Discovery Center at Oakwoods Nature Preserve to participate in an indoor scavenger hunt. All participants in the scavenger hunt will earn a prize. This event is recommended for families with children ages 3-18. Free; registration is not […]
Would you like to visit a local park with your little one? Join us as we take a hike through Riverbend Recreation Area to enjoy nature and search for signs of winter. Dress for the weather, since activities will take place outdoors. This event is recommended for ages 3-6, with an adult companion, and is […]
Enjoy a day of learning about old rocks on National Old Rock Day. We will discuss what makes a rock old and the oldest rock to be found. Old and young rock hounds are welcome to share an old rock story with others. Each visitor will get an old rock to take home. Meet at […]
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! Second Saturday - January 8, 2022 Shops at Journey: Journey Spa & Salon, Journey Gifts, and Light & Lovely Boutique - Open 9 a.m. - […]
Stop by the McKinnis farm and visit with each member of the McKinnis family and their friends. Listen to each person as they share information about their life and family. Ask questions and learn about what their life was like in 1847. All ages are welcome, this event is free and registraiton is not required.
Plan to gather with your friends at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library and read "The Woman in the White Kimono" by Ana Johns and join the discussion!
Learn the traditional "Black Pottery" of Southern Mexico (Oaxaca) - You'll get to paint your very own Copita (mezcal tasting dish) while you enjoy hand-selected Mezcals and learn all about the wonders of this smoky agave spirit. With this event, you will also get to enjoy some small bites brought to you from the kitchen […]
This month's book is "Paper Girls Vol's. 1 & 2" by Brian K. Vaughan. Copies are available at the Reference Desk and eBook copies are available on Libby and Hoopla. Join the library's Bows & Blasters Facebook group to learn more.
Join the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library for a talk about New Year's Resolutions and how to create goals that will set you up for success this year. Kirsten Seele, dietitian and health coach at NWO, will be here to share her wealth of knowledge about all things goal setting. The talk will focus on long-term […]
Join your friends at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library and read "Try Dying" by James Scott Bell. Join the library for a discussion in the Lindamood Room.
Want to write a novel? Join published author Suzan Harden at the library as she explains creativity, plotting, writing skills, and the sacred philosophy of BICFOK – butt in chair, fingers on keyboard. Register at the library reference desk or online. This program will take place on Zoom! Registration is required so you can receive […]
Returning in 2022 is our Little Hands Nature Club. Bring your preschoolers to the park, participate in activities led by a program specialist, and learn about winter animal tracks. Afterward, enjoy a winter nature hike on your own. Other siblings and friends are welcome to attend. Dress for the weather, since activities will take place […]
On a cold winter night, the woods are filled with the hoots and sounds of owls. We will learn about the owls that are found in Ohio, listen to their calls, and explore Litzenberg Memorial Woods at night in search of the owls that call the park home. Meet at the activity barn. All ages […]
The McKinnis family home has been standing for 175 years. It is time to celebrate events and happenings that occurred during that time. Life in the past was very different than it is today. Join us as we take a look back in time to see the changes that have happened at the homestead and […]
Wine and Dine at Gillig Winery with the musical stylings of Mike Bouillon playing in the background. Learn more here!
The annual Unity Walk and program are going virtual this year. The Black Heritage Library & Multicultural Center invites the Findlay community to join us in commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s 93rd birthday at 7 p.m. Saturday. Log on using Zoom! The theme for this year’s celebration is ‘It Starts With Me: Shifting Priorities […]
This event has been cancelled Visit our ballroom decorated in multiple styles to give you ideas for your wedding reception. Meet with our hotel Event Coordinator from the Hilton Garden Inn and other local wedding industry experts to learn how all of us can help you put together your special day. Prizes will be raffled […]
Each month the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library will have a new take home kit with the spices and herbs you’ll need to make a different recipe from around the world. This month they are making Za'atar Israeli salad--a great dish to start the new year! The kits will be available to pick up January 18th-22nd. […]
Miss Sarah, Youth Services Librarian, presents art, science, and engineering projects. Create something fun with supplies you can find at home. This winter, the library is reposting their favorite videos on their Facebook page.
Come and play a game with your friends at the library! You’re alone in a room with a bomb. Your friends have the manual needed to defuse it. But there’s a catch: they can’t see the bomb, so you’ll need to talk it out – fast! Are you on-board to play this fast-paced puzzle simulator […]
Who doesn’t love Winnie the Pooh? Winter is a great time to gather and enjoy one of the old-time favorite Winnie the Pooh movies with popcorn and friends. Meet at the Discovery Center. This event is recommended for families and is free, but click here to register everyone attending by 2 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18.
Painting with Pints is back to kick off a fun and exciting new year! Modcraft and Awakening Minds Art present the 3rd installment of their fun painting adventures. All experience levels are welcome. This Painting with Pints will feature the Modcraft rainbow drip stag mounted in the taproom as a reference. Pre-Register only, […]
Read "The Taking of Jemima Boone: Colonial Settlers, Tribal Nations, and the Kidnap that Shaped America" by Matthew Pearl with your friends at 50 North and join the library for a discussion!
Have you wondered what you can see in the woods during winter? Join us as we take a hike through Litzenberg Memorial Woods. We’ll explore the woods and see what we can find. Dress for the weather, since activities will take place outdoors. Meet at the Gatehouse, this free event does not require registration and […]
Join the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library's Media Services Department for a movie and a discussion in the Lindamood Room at the library.
There are several types of squirrels in our parks, but do you know which one is considered a night glider? How is the squirrel helpful in the forest? There will be fun squirrel pictures to look at and one to color, pelts to feel, and squirrel nut stashes to find. There will be a hike […]
Oshima Brothers’ magnetic sibling sound and contagious joy result from a lifetime of making music together. Raised in a musical family in rural Maine, the brothers have honed a harmony-rich blend of contemporary folk and acoustic pop. On stage, Sean and Jamie create a full and complex sound with dynamic vocals, electric and acoustic guitars, […]
Now in its thirty-eighth season, Findlay First Edition has continuously entertained audiences with its distinctive style of performing. FFE has claimed over 100 Grand Championships and over 60 national awards, including a two-time Showstoppers Grand Champion, FAME Show Choir Cup, FAME New York, and FAME Chicago. FFE will be previewing their 2022 competition show, and […]
Join St. Marks UMC Family Ministry for the hands on Family Experience immediately followed by The Amazing Chemistry Show! This is a FREE community event located in The Dock behind St. Marks UMC.
Wine and Dine at Gillig Winery as you enjoy music by Ethan Timm! Ohio musician Ethan Timm plays acoustic guitar and sings classic rock favorites, as well as his similarly styled original songs. His sound is bluesy and smooth, and he is always open to requests!
We don’t always get to see the animals that live in the parks, but we can tell if they were there by the tracks they leave behind. Visit the Richard S. “Doc” Phillips Discovery Center to determine all that animal tracks can tell us, make your own tracks in the sand by using our stamp […]
Walk, run, bound, or slide your way to the Discovery Center to learn about river otters. By using stories, games, and activities, we will discover how otters live in their watery habitat. Children will also get to create an otter craft of their own. This event takes place at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Meet […]
Join your friends at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library and read "The Daughters of Yalta: the Churchills, Roosevelts, and Harrimans: A Story of Love and War" by Catherine Grace Katz, then join the discussion on Zoom. Please register online so you can receive the zoom link!
Join Sarah Fishel as she reads a pioneer story in the McKinnis house sitting room. There is something special about sitting next to a fire in the fireplace and listening to a story from the past. Children will have a chance to look around the house and see and play the games that other children […]
Teens in grades 6-12, join the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library for a fun night of collage art! This open-ended project will allow you to express yourself with paper, stamps, markers, stickers, and more! Feel free to bring your own photos, paper, stickers, or more to add to your collage. Register here!
Bring your preschoolers to the park, participate in activities led by a program specialist, and use your sense of sight, hearing, touch, and smell to learn about the outdoor world. Afterward, enjoy a winter nature hike on your own. Other siblings and friends are welcome to attend. Dress for the weather, since activities will take […]
What do river otters, coyotes, and skunks have in common? They are mammals. Visit the Richard S. “Doc” Phillips Discovery Center after school to explore the furs and skulls of these amazing animals and participate in the mammal fact scavenger hunt to earn a prize. Meet at Discovery Center, this free event is recommended for […]
Come craft with the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library on the last Wednesday of each month! January's craft is Marbled Glasses There will be a $5 material fee at the door. This craft will have to dry in the library overnight. Registration is preferred. Register by calling 419-422-1712 and ask for the reference desk or register […]
Children in grades K-6 is open for all experiences and abilities in dance. These Wednesday evenings workshops will dive into the magical and exciting world of dance! Together participants will be exploring movement through music, contemporary dance, and fun activities. This multi-week workshop will begin on January 26 and take places on Wednesdays until […]
The Hancock Park District is proud to present a series of speakers this winter. Topics include history and nature. Join Lauren Sandhu, Watershed Coordinator with the Blanchard River Watershed Partnership, as she discusses how the Blanchard River Watershed Partnership is working to improve and maintain water quality throughout the six-county Blanchard River watershed in Northwest […]
University of Findlay’s 21st Annual Comedy Jam is slated to take place Saturday, Jan. 29. This year’s live performance will feature three hilarious entertainers: Caroline Rhea, Josh Blue, and Greg Thompson. The show will begin at 8 p.m. at the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts (MCPA). Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at MCPA’s box […]
The weather outside might be cold, but our indoor planetarium is warm, so join us for a planetarium program about the winter night sky. Learn what planets and constellations can be seen this time of year so that you can spot them outside when the sky gets dark. Participants are required to sit on the […]
Experience art with your toddler/preschooler 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.
Grab your compass and join an intrepid explorer across unchartered territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Join a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favorite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, for a brand new dino-mite adventure! Purchase your tickets here!
Read for Life will be offering a virtual tutor training class all month long to train volunteers to be Read for Life tutors. 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 […]
Winter is the perfect time for a hike with your little one. Join us for a hike in Oakwoods Nature Preserve to hear what we can hear and see what we can see. Dress for the weather, since activities will take place outdoors. Meet at the Discovery Center Porch. This free event is recommended for […]
Sarah Fishel will be demonstrating how to measure, mix, and cook in cast iron. Butter will be churned on the stove for the biscuits that will be baked in the oven. The hens are still laying, so a hearty sausage omelet will be made, the old fashion way. This would be a good program for […]
Miss Sarah, Youth Services Librarian, presents art, science, and engineering projects. Create something fun with supplies you can find at home. This winter, the library is reposting their favorite videos on their Facebook page.
February is National Hot Breakfast Month! The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library's February program will focus on breakfast foods, emphasizing quick and do-ahead healthy options for busy adults. Jennifer Little, Ohio State University Extension Educator will be here to share her wealth of knowledge about all things nutrition. Please register for this program, register here!
Enlighten your lunch hour! Join the Hancock Historical Museum for the "The Tonkin Gulf Resolution and the American Entrance to the Vietnam War" presented by Dr. Alvin Dwayne Beggs. This lecture will be in hybrid format, in-person and on Zoom. Registration for Zoom will be open one week before. Lectures are free for Museum members […]
Looking for a fun indoor activity this winter? Make your own puzzles with the library! Space is limited and registration is required. Register once per household please, and households will be seated together. If you have more than 4 in your group, please register each 4-person group separately. Children under 10 must be accompanied by […]
Looking for a fun indoor activity this winter? Make your own puzzles at the library! Space is limited and registration is required. Register once per household please, and households will be seated together. If you have more than 4 in your group, please register each 4-person group separately. Children under 10 must be accompanied by […]
The team at Ryse Fitness Studio is bringing monthly fitness classes to FBC's taproom! Take part in POUND® and Pints with local instructor Melissa on Saturday, February 5 starting at 10 a.m. Instead of listening to music, you become the music in this exhilarating full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning and strength training with yoga […]
When you think about American folk instruments, the dulcimer usually doesn’t come to mind. In 1847, the dulcimer was a very popular instrument. It was played by many people like the McKinnis family. If you enjoy folk music and if you would like to learn how to play an easy instrument, then try the dulcimer. […]
