Creative Writers' Group

March 1. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 

Creative writers of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry are invited to practice their writing, meet other writers, ask questions, receive feedback, and have fun. Click here for more information.

Master Gardeners: Community Gardens. March 5. 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Karl Farwig, Master Gardener Volunteer with The Ohio State University, will discuss community gardens. Participants will learn about local gardens you can participate in. Register here

Current State of Homelessness in Hancock County

March 6. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 

A panel of local housing experts will answer the following questions: How many people live in Hancock County on an average night? Why don't I see people who are homeless on the streets? How can I help? 

Click here for more information .

Appalachian Cooking Class

March 8. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 

Examine the cultural diversity of America's Appalachian region. Sample favorites and reflect how food and culture influence people. 

Register here.

Transitioning to Civilian Life with Hancock County Veterans Service Office

March 15. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Learn from a few local veterans about the challenges and successes of their transition process from service member to civilian life.

Prevention amidst the Opiate Crisis: Creating a Community of Resiliency and Hope

March 19. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Learn about the link between childhood trauma and addiction and how a community can work together to change the trajectory of those affected by harmful substance use.

Hillbilly Elegy . Now Let's Talk about Hancock County

March 26. 6:00-8:00 p.m. Findlay Hope House will host a conversation about the impact of income inequality, homelessness, addiction, generational poverty, and social class barriers in Hancock County. A panel of local experts will share real stories from our community.

Story Time. Tuesdays and Thursdays. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join us for songs, stories, crafts, and fun!

Children's Program Room. Arlington Branch Story Time. Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m.

Little Tikes Play Date. Wednesdays and Fridays. 10:15 a.m.-Noon

Come in and play with library toys. Children's Program Room.

Baby Story Time. Every Wednesday and Friday. 9:45-10:15 a.m. Simple stories, songs, rhymes, and play for the youngest learners. Children's Program Room.

Makerspace.

March 1. 6:00-7:00 p.m. For grades 2-6. Registration required. Call the Children's Services desk at 419-422-1712.

Dolly Parton Imagination Library Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free books to children from birth until they begin school. Click here for more information.

St. Patrick's Day Rainbow Slime 

March 17. 1:00-2:00 p.m. 

Make a rainbow of slime. Grades K-6. Lindamood Room. 

No registration.

Gardening How-to for Children

March 31. 10:00-Noon. Learn some gardening how-to and experience some hands-on projects. For all ages with an adult. Sponsored by the Master Gardeners.

Teen Board Game Club

March 7. 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Enjoy a fun evening of "teen only" gaming. Grades 6-12 welcome. Children's Program Room.

Teen Chess Club

March 10. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 

Teen Chess Club is open to kids grades 6-12. Children's Program Room.

Teen Movie Night

March 13. 5:30 p.m.  

Movie: Thor: Ragnarok

March 27. 5:30 p.m. 

Movie: Justice League

Lindamood Room.

Teens Unwind

March 20. 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Join our stress free night! Teens will be relaxing with elaborate coloring, music and snacks. Grades 6-12.

Teen Cooking

March 14. 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Learn about salads and dressings. 

Lindamood Room.

Card Club

March 26. 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Teen Card Club is for grades 6-12. This is a Youth Advisory Board led program that meets in the Children's Program Room.