During winter’s cold and snowy weather, there are still birds to be found in our area. Most of these birds will visit the bird feeders located outside the Hancock Park District's Discovery Center. Find out who they are, what they eat, and how you can set up your own bird feeding station. Children will be […]

Fort Findlay Playhouse presents James and the Giant Peach! Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach is now a musical for the whole family to enjoy! Featuring a wickedly tuneful score by the Tony Award-nominated team of Pasek and Paul (Dogfight and A Christmas Story the Musical) and a curiously quirky book by Timothy Allen […]

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 […]

Late winter is the best time to search for owls in Ohio. On this night hike, we will search for owls that call the park home. We will talk about the owls that live in Ohio, their unique features, and why this time of year is the best time to search for owls. Recorded owl […]

Mornings with Mommy isn't preschool, and it isn't childcare, it's something different. Mornings with Mommy is a fun and easy way for you to enjoy activities with your children and meet other adults. There will be age appropriate activities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners. And the best part is, we do all the planning, […]

Little Bunny is extremely excited to make his first snowman, but it is harder to build than he thinks. A story will be read by Hancock Park District and then children can make a snowman craft.  Children will learn how to make fake snow if there is no snow outside. Meet at the Discovery Center.  […]

Mornings with Mommy isn't preschool, and it isn't childcare, it's something different. Mornings with Mommy is a fun and easy way for you to enjoy activities with your children and meet other adults. There will be age appropriate activities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners. And the best part is, we do all the planning, […]

Drop in to the library and receive basic tech help! Some examples include: -Basic computer use -Microsoft Word -Internet -Email -Library Resources -Basic smart phone use Bring your own device or practice on one of the library laptops.  No repair computers/devices. Held the Third Tuesday of the month.  January, May, June, July, August, September, October, […]

Many animals need to go through a change to get ready for winter. Due to the low temperatures and decrease in food supplies, animals will go through a variety of changes to manage the cold months. In this program, we will look at a variety of animals and how they prepare for the winter. Animals […]

Drop in to the library 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. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.

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 program is a part of the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation's 'Fun-For-All' events.

Winter is a great time to hike, look for animal tracks and other signs, and identify which animals are awake during the winter months. Join Hancock Park District to look for tracks made by deer, squirrels, fox, and birds searching for winter seeds to eat. If we are lucky, snow will be on the ground. […]

Join your friends at the library for an exciting game of adult book bingo at the library. Enjoy an afternoon of fun, community, and the chance to win book prizes. […]

We will talk about magnets, what they are, how they work, and what they are used for in everyday life. Afterward, we will do some hands-on activities. Participants will have […]

Food habits can be passed on to us and they might not always be right. Labeling foods as “good” or bad, ” skipping snacks or meals due to guilt, and […]

Fort Findlay Playhouse presents James and the Giant Peach! Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach is now a musical for the whole family to enjoy! Featuring a wickedly tuneful score by the Tony Award-nominated team of Pasek and Paul (Dogfight and A Christmas Story the Musical) and a curiously quirky book by Timothy Allen […]

Children can work on sensory development by touching the furs of Ohio mammals. Each animal’s fur feels a little different. Some are soft and fluffy while others are short and […]

Drop in to the library 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. Meet in the Children's Programming Room in the Children's Department.

The fireplace will be lit and milk jug luminaries with battery candles will light up the rest of the Discovery Center as we read books by flashlight. We will read […]

Jo Dee Messina kicked off her notable career with “Heads Carolina, Tails California,” a single that immediately made her a household name. Following the success of her debut, Jo Dee […]

Fort Findlay Playhouse presents James and the Giant Peach! Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach is now a musical for the whole family to enjoy! Featuring a wickedly tuneful score by the Tony Award-nominated team of Pasek and Paul (Dogfight and A Christmas Story the Musical) and a curiously quirky book by Timothy Allen […]

Save the date!  Enjoy vendors, food, drinks, and music at the Winter Jazz Festival, brought to you in in partnership with False Chord Brewing and The Hancock County Agricultural Society! The festival will feature live jazz music featuring Wave & Rowanne, ice sculpting, craft beer, wine, hot cocoa, food (collaboration Jonny Burritos & Flippin' Tacos), […]

​For the past 23 years, nationally and internationally known comedians have been entertaining the UF and Findlay/Hancock County community. ​​Comedy Jam has become a tradition you want to experience! If […]

Fort Findlay Playhouse presents James and the Giant Peach! Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach is now a musical for the whole family to enjoy! Featuring a wickedly tuneful score by the Tony Award-nominated team of Pasek and Paul (Dogfight and A Christmas Story the Musical) and a curiously quirky book by Timothy Allen […]