Good morning, Findlay.

Wreaths Across America will honor fallen veterans by placing about 6,500 wreaths at several cemeteries in Hancock County on Saturday, December 13 at 10 a.m. The event is coordinated by Sherri Garner Brumbaugh (from Garner Trucking) at Maple Grove Cemetery.

A large crowd gathered in Dorney Plaza last Friday night in front of the Municipal Building to watch the Findlay Christmas tree light up.

Santa Claus arrived on a Findlay fire truck, led the countdown—while local groups performed carols—and then guided families to Santa’s House for cookies, hot chocolate and horse-drawn wagon rides.

On the Friday after Thanksgiving, families visited Kaleidoscope Farms in Mount Cory for its Green Friday event where they picked Christmas trees and enjoyed wagon rides, holiday treats, and a gift shop—this family-owned farm, started in 1984, will remain busy with holiday activities until Dec. 20.

Santa and his elves will visit the Findlay Airport on December 20th from 9 a.m. until noon to greet families and share holiday cheer.

Guests are invited to bring wish lists and follow designated signage (which guides visitors to Santa).

Beginning December 8, the Hancock County ADAMHS office will move from 438 Carnahan Ave. to the former Probate/Juvenile Court Building at 308 Dorney Plaza due to renovations and will keep its Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. hours until July.

Board Committee meetings will now take place at Trinity Episcopal Church at 128 W. Hardin St. while Full Board meetings will be held at the Blanchard Valley Center Training Center at 1700 E. Sandusky St.—call 419-424-1985 for more details.

The Prophecy Show: Trans Siberian Orchestra Tribute

7:30-9 p.m. — Marathon Center for the Performing Arts — Various pricing for VIP packages — Experience the epic music of the Trans Siberian Orchestra like never before.

Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Marathon Center for the Performing Arts — $ — Experience a festive musical blend of country and Christmas magic with Dolly's original songs.

North Pole Express

5:30-9 p.m. — Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation and Riverside Train — Ticket prices vary — Embark on a magical journey through a winter wonderland of lights on quarter scale trains.

Christmas Market at Hancock County Fairgrounds

9 AM – 3 PM — Hancock County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Celebrate the season with free hot drinks for veterans surrounded by holiday lights and cheer.

North Pole Express

5:30-9 p.m. — Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation and Riverside Train — Check online for ticket prices — Enjoy a magical ride on quarter scale trains through a winter wonderland of sparkling lights.

Findlay String Factor Concert

5-6 p.m. — 50 North — Registration required — Enjoy homemade cookies and hot cocoa while listening to the talented Findlay String Factor ensemble.

Mina and the Nutcracker

1:00 – 2:30 PM — Marathon Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket price varies — Enjoy a live performance of the beloved holiday classic.