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Community Diversity Team meeting
Black Heritage Library & Multicultural Center 817 Harmon St., FindlayWeek of Events
Second Saturday
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!
Painting Class for Kids
Painting Class for Kids
Kids will receive instruction on how to paint a rabbit in a field of flowers, but color and size will be of their own creation. Along with their friends at Hancock Park District, children will paint on a roughly 1-foot square primed canvas sheet. All supplies will be provided. Meet at the Discovery Center. This […]
Weekend Comedy
Weekend Comedy
Fort Findlay Playhouse presents: Weekend Comedy! A middle-aged couple and a couple in their twenties have accidentally rented the same cottage for a three-day weekend. They decide to share it. In this touching romantic comedy, you get to watch the comedic clash between generations. Tickets go on sale to the public 10 days prior to […]
Community Diversity Team meeting
Community Diversity Team meeting
Those who are interested in coming together to help build a stronger presence of diversity, inclusion and belonging within the Black Heritage Library & Multicultural Center, for our community are invited to these monthly meetings! Our mission is to build community awareness, appreciation and understanding of the value of cultural diversity in Hancock County and […]
Symphony Storytime
Symphony Storytime
The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundations Fun for All series of free community events and the Lima Symphony Orchestra presents Symphony Storytime, a unique and hands-on musical experience for children and families. Members of the Lima Symphony Orchestra will share stories accompanied by a musical performance, with lots of opportunities for attendees to join in the […]
Symphony Storytime
Symphony Storytime
The Lima Symphony Orchestra presents Symphony Storytime, a unique and hands-on musical experience for children and families. Members of the Lima Symphony Orchestra will share stories accompanied by a musical performance, with lots of opportunities for attendees to join in the fun! This event is part of The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation's Fun for All […]
Discovery Stories: Praying Manits
Discovery Stories: Praying Manits
Spring is approaching and soon all the insects we missed in winter will be back, including the praying mantis. This installment of Discovery Stories presented by Hancock Park District will focus on the amazing and exciting world of these bugs. Join HPD as they read a story called Wait and See, a picture book highlighting […]
Yoga Bliss
Yoga Bliss
Join Katy Mercer for an evening of yoga bliss. This slow flow yoga class is designed to bring deep relaxation to the body, mind, and soul. Together we will focus on breath, gentle movement, and meditation. Class will culminate with yoga nidra (yogic sleep) and tranquil sound healing. Please bring a yoga mat & water […]
Eclipse Wine & Food Pairing
Eclipse Wine & Food Pairing
SOLD OUT Gillig Winery will be unveiling their special Solar Eclipse wine during this event in partnership with University of Findlay.
Storytime
Storytime
Join us for Storytime at the library. We will sing, rhyme, read, craft, and play together! Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading! This program is for children and their caregivers.
Solar Eclipse 101
Solar Eclipse 101
Chris Moynihan from the Armstrong Air & Space Museum will discuss the science of eclipses and how you can safely view and celebrate the upcoming total solar eclipse.
Ballroom Dancing classes
Ballroom Dancing classes
Looking for a new hobby? Interested in meeting new people or getting close to your loved one? Find that you have a desire to try something new? Come out to MCPA and try ballroom dancing! Starting in January, we are offering a variety of partner-style dancing classes! Classes will be taught by 2-time regional Dancing […]
Starter Storytime
Starter Storytime
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.
Mini Meet-Up
Mini Meet-Up
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.
Out of This World — The History of Food in Space
Out of This World — The History of Food in Space
This month's Eat Well/Live Well program will explore the history and advances of food technology related to the U.S. Space program. Attendees will have the chance to eat like an astronaut, sampling a few food products and cooking techniques that have a link to NASA or space exploration. Registration is required online!
Meet & Greet: Laura Freeman
Meet & Greet: Laura Freeman
Meet illustrator Laura Freeman at Mazza Museum! Laura Freeman is a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honoree. Her work on “Hidden Figures” written by Margot Lee Shetterly, was recognized with an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work for Children, reached the New York Times Best Seller list and was listed in last year’s “Ten Books […]
Storytime
Storytime
Join us for Storytime at the library. We will sing, rhyme, read, craft, and play together! Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading! This program is for children and their caregivers.
Hancock Historical Museum Brown Bag Lecture
Hancock Historical Museum Brown Bag Lecture
Enlighten your lunch hour! Join the Hancock Historical Museum for on the first Thursday of the month at noon, unless otherwise indicated, for a lectures based on local history. Lectures are free for Museum members and the cost of regular admission for nonmembers. Please call the Museum at (419)423-4433 with questions. January – NO LECTURE […]
Going for Green Hike
Going for Green Hike
As spring approaches, nature is giving us more daylight and warmer temperatures. It is an exciting time to hike and see things in nature that are already green. Along with your friends at Hancock Park District to see if you can find a puddle or two to splash in. Trails may be wet and muddy, […]
Writer’s Support Group
Writer’s Support Group
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. We will meet at Coffee Amici in downtown Findlay. Cafe purchases not required to participate.
Under the Microscope
Under the Microscope
There is another world hidden in plain sight. Join Hancock Park District for this program on microscopes and microscopic life. We will discuss the history of the microscope and how it works, and we will look at some organisms under the microscope, such as water fleas and ostracods and premade tissue samples. Meet at the […]
Live@Armes: Karan Casey
Live@Armes: Karan Casey
The Live@Armes series offers an intimate listening experience for newgrass Americana bands. March's Live@Armes featured artist is Karan Casey. Irish singer-songwriter Karan Casey has been blazing a trail for over 25 years. A lover of ballads, love songs and searing versions of social justice songs, fond of a good yarn, she has toured the world […]
Starter Storytime
Starter Storytime
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.
Mini Meet-Up
Mini Meet-Up
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.
Parental Coaching Educational Sessions
Parental Coaching Educational Sessions
Drop by Mini Meet-Ups at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library for Parental Coaching Educational Sessions. Dr. Lisa Johnson and Dr. Lisa Sakemiller are Pediatric Occupational Therapists and University of Findlay faculty who will be collaborating with parents and caregivers on creating an optimal home environment for child development and learning. They will be at the […]
International Night
International Night
International Night is back! Join your friends at the University of Findlay for a fun night of celebrating cultures from around the world as our international students share where they […]
Youtheatre: Finding Nemo, Jr.
Youtheatre: Finding Nemo, Jr.
Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters […]
Story of Maple Sugaring
Story of Maple Sugaring
It is maple syrup season and a good time to enjoy a maple sugaring story by the fireside. There will be maple syrup to sample and recipes using maple syrup and sugar on display. There will be a color page for the kids to enjoy. Meet at Brugeman Lodge. All ages welcome to this free […]
Maple Tree Tapping
Maple Tree Tapping
As the last days of winter are starting to warm and the sun shines longer it is time to tap maple trees. Tapping is the process of removing and collecting sap from a maple tree to be used in the creation of maple syrup and sugar. Information will be presented by Hancock Park District about […]
Youtheatre: Finding Nemo, Jr.
Youtheatre: Finding Nemo, Jr.
Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters […]
Maple Sugarin’ Keychain Activity
Maple Sugarin’ Keychain Activity
The modern production of maple syrup is a difficult task that includes many steps to follow. The process of maple sugaring can be remembered by making a beaded keychain. Hancock Park District will provide instructions for making a beaded keychain on a PowerPoint slideshow. Each color of bead on the keychain will correspond with one […]
Shamrock Murder Mystery
Shamrock Murder Mystery
SOLD OUT Can everyone put aside the effects of the multiple scandals and feuds that have befallen the town over the past year, in order to have at least one night of fun? Secure you very limited seating(20) by calling Jane at 419-722-7037 to secure your seat at another classic murder mystery at the Jones […]