Gliding Stars Ice Show
Gliding Stars Ice Show
Don't miss The Gliding Stars of Findlay's 22nd Ice Show! Tickets are $10 at the door.
Don't miss The Gliding Stars of Findlay's 22nd Ice Show! Tickets are $10 at the door.
Marbles have been around for thousands of years. They come in different sizes, colors, and materials. Learn how to play marbles, build a marble run and race marbles, paint a picture by rolling marbles in tempura paint, and create marbles out of clay. Meet at the Discovery Center. This free program is open to youth […]
During the spring season, we can encounter many different types of weather including rain, snow, and wind. Children will learn about these types of weather through a story read by staff at Hancock Park District and activities including “Ducks on the Pond” and “Wriggly worms”. A tissue paper puddle will also be made. Meet at […]
TEENS- Are you looking for something to do this summer? Need a way to get some volunteer hours? Enjoy helping people and hanging out in the library? Check out the library's VolunTeen program! VolunTeens help out weekly with our SummerREAD program. To learn more about becoming a VolunTeen, stop by the Main Library at the […]
Bring your Bestie & paint a portrait of each other into flower blooms. To ensure the library has enough space and materials, registration is preferred. This program is for students in grades 6-12.
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.
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.
Toddlers can work on mathematical development, the concept of numbers, and counting with the help of nature. Toddlers along with an adult will take a guided hike on the trails with Hancock Park District, look for animals and natural objects, and practice counting such things as points on a leaf, wings on a bird, and […]
Join your friends for Storytime at the Arlington Branch. 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 children and their caregivers.
Join your friends at the library for art, science, and engineering projects in our makerspace for kids. This month, you will be trying hands-on activities like building circuits with copper tape and LEDs and experimenting with Snap Circuits. Learn about the different types of circuits: simple circuits, series circuits, and parallel circuits. Children 8 and […]
Hancock Park District will talk about what makes a bird a bird, how to identify birds, and how to use binoculars. We will create an observation journal to document the birds we see, observe birds at the bird feeders by looking through the Windows on Wildlife, and if time allows, continue birdwatching while hiking on […]
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.
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.
It’s that time of year when the leaves are starting to appear and green is becoming more prevalent in nature. Activities to help learn about green are Hues of Green Scavenger Hunt, Can I Camouflage, and Peas in a Pod. Participants are encouraged to wear something green. Adult companions must remain with children during this […]
Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. Some might be able to leap buildings in a single bound like Superman or swing through the skies like Spiderman. Others may simply be the hero that provided comfort or a helping hand to a person in need. Come join our skaters and guest skaters as they encounter […]
Pointe of the Evening is the annual fundraiser for the Chance to Dance Foundation, dedicated to raising awareness of the dance arts and culturally enriching northwest Ohio. Pointe of the Evening celebrates “Youth in the Arts” in Hancock County. Enjoy student artworks and snacks for kids while participating in the evening’s community-supported raffle. Raffles and […]
Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. Some might be able to leap buildings in a single bound like Superman or swing through the skies like Spiderman. Others may simply be the hero that provided comfort or a helping hand to a person in need. Come join our skaters and guest skaters as they encounter […]
April 6 The Heritage Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. April 12 Provision Living Egg Hunt & Brunch, 10 a.m. Bellacino's Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. Taylor Place Assisted Living Easter Egg Hunt, 2 p.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church Easter Egg Hunt, 3 - 4:30 p.m. April 13 Brookdale Findlay Assisted Living […]
Make it a Funday Sunday at the Mazza Museum! Enjoy art activities, games, hands-on educational stations, interactive STEAM activities, planetarium shows, and more. Registration is requested, but not required. Register here! November 3: Under the Sea December 8: Arctic Adventures January 5: LEGO February 2: Game On! March 2: Accelerate! April 6: Farmyard Fables
**SOLD OUT** Enjoy a captivating performance of Toledo Opera’s Opera On Wheels production of Beauty and the Beast, based on Jeanne-Marie LePrince de Beaumont’s timeless French fairytale. Follow Belle as she embarks on a magical journey to rescue her father, discovering courage, compassion, and the true meaning of beauty along the way. With enchanting music […]
Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. Some might be able to leap buildings in a single bound like Superman or swing through the skies like Spiderman. Others may simply be the hero that provided comfort or a helping hand to a person in need. Come join our skaters and guest skaters as they encounter […]
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, […]
Join Katy Mercer for a relaxing evening of slow flow yoga with live music at the library. This transformative class will blend the physical flow of yoga with calming, melodic harp music performed by special guest, Josh Haudenschield. This unique combination of movement and music will strengthen your mind, body, and soul. All skill levels […]
The Jazz Ambassadors of the US Army Field Band is the official touring big band of the United States Army. The band’s diverse repertoire includes big band swing, bebop, Latin, contemporary jazz, standards, popular tunes, Dixieland, vocals, and patriotic selections. The band has been featured in joint concerts with Marvin Hamlisch and the Pittsburgh Symphony […]
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, […]
Spring is here and soon flowers will be blooming, and bees will be buzzing. You can learn about bees and flowers by painting a picture of a bee and some flowers using tempera paints, listening to a story about bees, and pretending to be a bee visiting flowers. Please wear clothing that can get stained. […]
Come make positive note clothespin clips & paper fortune cookies at the library! *Pass on the Positivity!* This program is for students in grades 6-12.
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.
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.
Enjoy a fun story time tailored for toddlers and preschoolers! Each session will feature a different story. Join us as we jump into a story and discover the world within picture books. Registration begins at 10:45 a.m., with story time from 11 – 11:30 a.m. Optional sack lunch follows
Join your friends for Storytime at the Arlington Branch. 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 children and their caregivers.
Do you have a child who gets anxious about tests? Looking for strategies to help your child before any upcoming testing? In this program, presented in partnership with the Family Resource Center, you and your friends at the library will explore a variety of strategies to help tackle test anxiety, including breathing exercises, mindfulness, and […]
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.
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.
Save the date! Healthy Kids Day is a collaborative event brought to you by Findlay Family YMCA, University of Findlay, and community partners celebrating healthy living. Additional information coming soon.
Turtles are terrific. Find out which species live in Hancock County and what habitat they prefer. Use handheld magnifiers to get a close look at the turtle shell and bones, explore our sensory tub and make a craft with paper plates and construction paper. Make sure you visit our Discovery Center residents, the box turtle […]
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!
Step back in time at the Growing Up '90s Family Night! As part of The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation's Fun for All series, this family-friendly event offers a variety of activities suitable for all ages. Enjoy: - Hands-on crafts and engaging activities designed for both kids and adults - Live music by Ryan Parker covering […]
April 6 The Heritage Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. April 12 Provision Living Egg Hunt & Brunch, 10 a.m. Bellacino's Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. Taylor Place Assisted Living Easter Egg Hunt, 2 p.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church Easter Egg Hunt, 3 - 4:30 p.m. April 13 Brookdale Findlay Assisted Living […]
There are different ways to decorate an egg. In fact, decorated eggs will be on display, such as sugar eggs, acrylic painted eggs, yarn eggs, and jeweled eggs. Eggs can be decorated from materials of your choosing. Meet at the Discovery Center. This program is open to children ages 8-12. Register online with $5 per […]
This early spring night should be full of animal sounds, including the spring peeper and the American woodcock. See what the trails at Aeraland Recreation Area look like under the light of the first full moon of spring. Trails may be wet, so wear appropriate footwear. Meet at the Shelter. This free program is open […]
April 6 The Heritage Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. April 12 Provision Living Egg Hunt & Brunch, 10 a.m. Bellacino's Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. Taylor Place Assisted Living Easter Egg Hunt, 2 p.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church Easter Egg Hunt, 3 - 4:30 p.m. April 13 Brookdale Findlay Assisted Living […]
When most people think about crustaceans, they think of crabs, lobsters, and shrimp. However, there are other types of crustaceans that can be found in Ohio. Visit the Richard S. “Doc” Phillips Discovery Center to view live crustaceans in our tanks and under the microscope, create a crustacean craft, and complete a coloring page. Meet […]
Wetlands at night are full of sounds. Join us for a hike into the wetlands to listen to the songs and calls from animals, such as frogs, toads, owls, woodcocks, and secretive wetland birds called rails. Wear shoes that can get wet and muddy. Rubber boots are recommended. Meet at the Discovery Center. This free […]
Preschool Playtime is a FREE open gym for all preschool aged children--any child who is not yet in school. We have balls to play with, ride-on toys, mats to crawl/roll around on, a mini-trampoline, a slide, infant toys, and lots of space to run around and play. No need to register! Questions: Email Jenny at […]
This story is a mystery about a mouse who disappeared on the farm. Sherlock Chick searched every habitat he knew of. Eyes peeked out from different places, but none were of little mouse. Be a detective and see if you can find him at the Discovery Center. There will be a story, and a fun […]
Children will learn the parts of a frog and partake in a quick game of leapfrog. A hike to the wetland area to look for and listen to western chorus frogs and spring peepers will follow. Adult companions must remain with children during this program. Meet at the Edgar Avenue Parking Lot. This free program […]
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.
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.
Join your friends for Storytime at the Arlington Branch. 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 children and their caregivers.
Join Hancock Park District at the historic 1847 McKinnis House to learn what it was like to write letters in the 1800s. We will talk about the history and the art of letter writing and how pens and ink were made, use a feather quill and ink to write letters and draw pictures, and create […]
Join your friends at Main Street Deli on Thursday, April 17th for a pinball class and competition with Findlay Area Pinball! There is a $10 entry fee (kids are free!) and all money goes directly towards the prizes for the competition
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.
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.
It is nesting time for many animals that lay eggs. There will be a display of eggs from different animals, such as ducks, geese, turkey, shark, and ostrich. We will talk about the process an egg goes through to hatch. For example, a mallard duck will lay one egg each day until the preferred number […]
April 6 The Heritage Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. April 12 Provision Living Egg Hunt & Brunch, 10 a.m. Bellacino's Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. Taylor Place Assisted Living Easter Egg Hunt, 2 p.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church Easter Egg Hunt, 3 - 4:30 p.m. April 13 Brookdale Findlay Assisted Living […]
Join NWORRP for a continuous scavenger egg hunt for all ages from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a chance to win a “Golden Ticket” good for the 2025 season. No competition here! Just fun and treats for all participating youngsters. Quarter scale train rides continue until 4 p.m. Admission is $3 for adults […]
Different animals are either returning to the area or waking up for spring. Join Hancock Park District as we hike and listen to all the new sounds of spring. Animals that might be seen or heard on the hike include western chorus frogs, white-tailed deer, and migratory birds, such as Yellow Warblers and Rusty Blackbirds. […]
April 6 The Heritage Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. April 12 Provision Living Egg Hunt & Brunch, 10 a.m. Bellacino's Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. Taylor Place Assisted Living Easter Egg Hunt, 2 p.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church Easter Egg Hunt, 3 - 4:30 p.m. April 13 Brookdale Findlay Assisted Living […]
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, […]
Learn about birds with hands-on activities. Use handheld magnifiers to get a closer look at bird feathers and wings, including the Great Horned Owl, Snowy Owl, and Cooper’s Hawk. Try to build a bird’s nest using beak-like tools, such as tweezers and chopsticks, make your own baby bird nest, and participate in other bird-related activities. […]
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, […]
Getting a Job: Family Resource Center will be at the library speaking about ALL THINGS JOB! We will focus on filling out applications, resumes, interviewing, what to include on a resume, (samples) and preparing for an interview. We'll have mock interview questions and have suggestions on how to respond.
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.
Calling all brave heroes! Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this fantastical show for all the family. Unveil a myriad of dark secrets and come face to face with some of the most magnificent monsters and terrifying beasts ever to walk the earth. Discover the colossal Stone Troll, the mysterious Indrik […]
Do you love to draw? Join your friends at the library for drawing tutorials and hang out with other young artists. This month, attendees will be learning about still life drawings. This program is recommended for grades 2 and up. Children 8 and under should be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required, register online.
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.
April 6 The Heritage Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. April 12 Provision Living Egg Hunt & Brunch, 10 a.m. Bellacino's Easter Egg Hunt, 10 - 11 a.m. Taylor […]
Channel your inner ballerina by making an easy, no-sew tutu at the library! This program is for ages 3-10. Registration is required, register online. This program is being offer at 10 a.m. and again at 2 p.m. Please only register for one session to allow all who would like to participate have a chance to […]
In existence for over 20 years, Clothe-A-Child is a nonprofit organization that works closely with the schools to provide clothing for underprivileged children in Hancock and surrounding counties. This event supports the Clothe-A-Child organization. The event will take place at Bigelow Hill Intermediate on Sunday, April 27, 2025. The 1 Mile Fun Run will begin […]
Bees are hard at work this time of year. They help pollinate crops and create products, like honey and wax. Learn about beekeeping in the 1800s. There will be a demonstration out in the yard about creating a bee house called a skep. We will talk about beekeeping and how honey and wax were used […]
Wildflowers come in a variety of beautiful colors and spring is a wonderful time to see them. We will hike to look for wildflowers and learn about colors. We will look for spring beauties, Dutchman’s breeches, and trout lilies. Meet on the Discovery Center Porch This free program is open to children ages 3 and […]
Join your friends at the library for some DIY fun! Make apple bird feeders & Teen Trail Mix. Please notify the library of any food allergies at calvarez@findlaylibrary.org for an alternative take home kit for those with specific allergies. Open while supplies last!