Join your friends at the Braden Kramer Foundation for a timed 5K that starts and ends at Findlay Brewing Co. While you are running, be sure to chase down the "beer!" The runners who successfully finish the 5K before the "beer" will receive an entry to win a $50 Gift Card to Dave's Running and […]

Save the date for Ghost Town's annual Johnny Appleseed Days! Shop over 65 local crafters, visit food vendors, enjoy the kids korral games and bounce house, delicious apple treats like apple cider, fry pies, fritters, apple butter, and more. Enjoy activities like Horse & Carriage Rides ($5 per person), Live Demonstrations from Warriors Way Blacksmiths […]

Go Oilers!  Cheer on University of Findlay’s Women’s Soccer team at the DeHaven Soccer Complex. Full Schedule September 4, time TBD at Seton Hill (Greensburg, PA) September 6, time TBD at Indiana- Pennsylvania (Indiana, PA) September 12, 4 p.m. vs Ferris State              September 14, 1 p.m. vs Saginaw Valley State            September 18, 5 […]

Fall is quickly approaching, and it is time to prepare for the harvest on the McKinnis Farm. At the workshop, learn about the different tools used in harvesting crops and about the types of crops that the McKinnis family planted. In the house, stop by to try a sweet apple treat. Meet at the McKinnis […]

Step back in time and explore the Hancock Historical Museum's Little Red Schoolhouse! Experience a day in a 19th-century classroom, enjoy fun kids’ activities, explore Brucklacher Park, and discover local history on the History Walk. Free admission—bring the whole family!

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, your friends at Trinity Lutheran […]

Raccoons are resourceful animals; they can find food anywhere! Learn about this amazing scavenger through a fun storybook. Children will also look at raccoon furs, bones, and make a raccoon mask craft. Meet at the Discovery Center.  This free program is open to children ages 4-5 with an adult; other aged siblings are welcome to […]

Plant the Future with Us! Join experts from the Toledo Zoo’s Wild Toledo and the Blanchard River Watershed Partnership to discover how prairies save money, reduce flooding, support pollinators, and bring beauty back to our community. This program highlights opportunities to restore flood mitigation properties and other unused land into thriving native habitats, creating healthier […]

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, your friends at Trinity Lutheran […]

Join your friends at the library for Storytime! You will sing, rhyme, and read, then craft and enjoy activities together with a new theme each week. Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading! This program’s content is geared to preschool-aged children with […]

“Frog in the Bog” by Karma Wilson will be read in the Nature Play Area. This is a story about a frog and what he likes to eat as he grows. Search for and count the different bugs he has eaten: one tick, two fleas, and three flies. If there is inclement weather, this program […]

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, […]

Dive into creative chaos! Using library materials, recycled items, and more to make unique masterpieces. Enjoy a colorful stress free environment with plenty of craft supplies!

Humans have been making objects out of leather for thousands of years. Learn the historical practice of leatherworking and how pioneers would have used it. Make your own keychain out of a leather strip. All supplies will be provided. Meet at McKinnis House.  This program is open to those 16 and older.  Register online with […]

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.

Join your friends at the library for Starter Storytime. You 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.

Join your friendsa at the library for Storytime at the Arlington Branch. Together you will sing, rhyme, and read, then craft and enjoy activities together with a new theme each week. Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skill for future reading! This program is for […]

Join your friends at the library for Storytime at the Arlington Branch. We will sing, rhyme, and read, then craft and enjoy activities together with a new theme each week. Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skill for future reading! This program is for children […]

Eric Wilkins, Fire Inspector at the Findlay Fire Department, will discuss fire safety! We will focus on the importance of smoke detectors and fire escape planning, particularly for senior citizens and those with disabilities.

Join your friends at the library for Storytime at Riverside Park’s Waterfalls Pavilion! You will sing, rhyme, read stories and enjoy themed activities outdoors with a craft to go! Your child will have so much fun they might not even realize they are learning important skills for future reading! This program’s content is geared to […]

Join us for an exciting game of adult book bingo at the library. Enjoy an afternoon of fun, community, and the chance to win book prizes. Book prizes will be adult gently used items or advanced reader copies. No experience is needed and all necessary materials will be provided. Bring a friend or family member […]

The Hancock County Farmers' Market is open every Thursday afternoon, May through the end of October, from 4 to 6 p.m., in Downtown Findlay! The market is held at Marathon Center for the Performing Arts parking.  Find in-season produce, local flowers, and homemade goods, and more. Market customers can use their credit and debit cards […]

Session 3: When the Table Becomes a Battlefield Join Divergent Dietitian for a series of programs on healthy eating habits. This month’s session is on how to handle when your dinner table becomes a battlefield. These programs will address ways to combat and navigate disagreements and defiant eaters at the dinner table, and talk about […]

Do you have a WIP (work in progress) sitting around waiting to be finished? Do you just need to set time aside to work on a craft? Want to spend time with other crafty people? Join your friends at the library for a monthly craft circle where all crafts are welcome!

Does your family love LEGO? Let’s build together! Come to the library and use their LEGO to build something fun with your family. Children age 8 and under should be accompanied by an adult.

Here’s a chance to create fall-themed décor. Participants will make fall colored glitter slime, a tissue paper leaf-shaped suncatcher, decorate miniature foam pumpkins and squash and create a scarecrow head out of popsicle sticks. Meet at the Discovery Center.  This program is open to all ages, register online with $5 per set of crafts by […]

The Live@Armes series offers an intimate listening experience for newgrass Americana bands.  September's performer is Abigail Lapell. Award-winning singer-songwriter Abigail Lapell crafts haunting, intimate songs steeped in the landscapes of her native Canada. With a voice that’s both powerful and tender, she creates vivid stories woven through with folk traditions and modern sensibilities. Purchase Your […]

Join us for Starter Storytime at Riverside Park’s Waterfalls Pavilion! We will sing, rhyme, read, and have fun with scarves and instruments while enjoying the great outdoors! This program is designed to foster a love of reading while developing early literacy skills. It is suggested for children up to 36 months of age with a […]

Go Oilers!  Cheer on University of Findlay Volleyball at Croy Gymnasium. Tickets may be purchased online.  Admission is $5 for students and $10 for adults. Full Schedule September 5-6, Courtyard by Marriott Tampa Volleyball Classic (Tampa, FL) September 12-13, Hampton Inn and Suites Grand Rapids Downtown Classic (Grand Rapids, MI) September 19, 7 p.m. vs […]

Plan to attend Bluffton's weekly Farmers' Market, held in the parking lot of Citizen's National Bank in Downtown Bluffton. Find homemade goods and seasonal produce from local growers.   See the vendor directory and more here!

The Fostoria Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market takes place on select Thursdays and Saturdays May – September with different themes and special activities at each market!  The Fostoria Farmers’ Market is held on Main Street between North and Main, including the green space behind The Parkette. Visit Fostoria Farmers’ Market on Facebook for the list of […]

Families are invited to enjoy a free day of outdoor activities at Camp Berry during the annual Fall Family Fun Day! The event is open to the public and features activities such as fishing, archery, slingshots, knot tying, yard games, and more. Cub Scouts will also have the opportunity to complete their Bobcat requirements during […]

Come in to the Lindamood Room and the Blanchard Room and stock up on craft supplies! You don't need to have donated anything to take supplies. Please bring a bag to take supplies home with you.

Ride the train and pick a pumpkin! NWORRP's quarter scale trains take you on a ride to the pumpkin patch to find that special pumpkin. Load it on the train’s flatcar and you and your pumpkin take one more trip around the track to return to the station. Make sure to enjoy the other games, […]

Go Oilers!  Cheer on University of Findlay’s Women’s Soccer team at the DeHaven Soccer Complex. Full Schedule September 4, time TBD at Seton Hill (Greensburg, PA) September 6, time TBD at Indiana- Pennsylvania (Indiana, PA) September 12, 4 p.m. vs Ferris State              September 14, 1 p.m. vs Saginaw Valley State            September 18, 5 […]

This family friendly community event is designed to celebrate Hispanic and Latin American heritage and culture. The celebration will consist of DJ and live music, cultural dancers, spoken word reciting and local entertainers, along with merchandise and food trucks vendors, a bounce house with additional fun and games for all.

Go Oilers!  Cheer on University of Findlay’s Men’s Soccer team at the DeHaven Soccer Complex. Full Schedule September 7, 1 p.m. at Lee (Cleveland, TN) September 10, 4 p.m. at Indianapolis (Indianapolis, IN) September 13, Noon at Lock Haven (Lock Haven, PA) September 18, 7:30 p.m. at Cedarville (Cedarville, OH) September 20, 4 p.m. vs […]