Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
Good morning, Findlay.
Flag City Honor Flight Fundraiser featuring the Reunion Band will be held on Saturday, July 12 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Findlay Elks Lodge 75 on West Melrose Avenue.
The event features live music, a 50/50 raffle, and more to raise funds for veterans' free trips to visit Washington, D.C. war memorials (organized annually through charitable donations).
City Mission of Findlay said its pantry is running low on supplies and is asking for donations of canned tuna, canned beef, and canned chicken—these items help provide nutritious meals for guests, with drop-offs accepted at City Mission.
The Children’s Museum of Findlay is negotiating a new location in town— a space that will be welcoming, accessible, and designed for children and families to play, learn, and grow.
It is also preparing a monthly newsletter, pop-up events, and member-only perk events to keep the community informed.
Ohio Equal Rights is proposing a constitutional amendment to stop discrimination and remove the state's same-sex marriage ban.
If the Ohio Ballot Board certifies the proposal at a meeting today, supporters will need to gather 442,958 signatures to put it on the 2026 ballot—voters will then decide its fate.
Live Music – The Tuesday Crowd
7-10 p.m. — FlightHouse — Check the website for ticket details — Enjoy an Americana and Classic Rock vibe with The Tuesday Crowd as they put a unique spin on chart-topping hits.
Summer Connect
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Findlay YMCA East Branch — Free entry — Engage in family-friendly activities and discover local resources at this community event.
Wine, Dine & Design with Awakening Minds Art
6:30-8 p.m. — Gillig Winery — $65 per person — Enjoy wine tastings and create a beautiful Flower Resin masterpiece with step-by-step instructions.
Cowboy Days Festival
9 AM – 5 PM — Ghost Town Findlay, Ohio — Details coming soon — Celebrate the spirit of the Wild West with family-friendly activities.
Family Fun Weekend - Mid-Summer Party
1-5 p.m. — Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation and Riverside Train — One price for an afternoon of fun — Enjoy an exciting day of family activities and adventures.
Josh Minton Foundation Golf Benefit 2025
7 AM – 2 PM — Hillcrest Golf Club — $60 — Enjoy a day of golf for a great cause at the 4th annual benefit event.
Mazza Art Camp
9 AM – 2 PM — University of Findlay's Mazza Museum — Fee required — Explore picture book art with hands-on projects inspired by original works.
Drawing Club: Wild Colors at Litzenberg
6-7 p.m. — Litzenberg Memorial Woods — Registration required — Explore nature and create art with unique natural materials.
The Tuesday Crowd Concert
6-9 p.m. — Gillig Winery — Free entry — Enjoy live music at the picturesque Gillig Winery and savor a delightful evening with friends.
Flag City Balloon Festival 2025
9:30 p.m. — Emory Adams Park — Various prices — Experience the vibrant Flag City Balloon Festival with music, tethered balloon rides, and dazzling fireworks.
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