From DOWNTOWN BOWLING GREEN
Downtown Bowling Green is decorated and ready to kick off the holiday season Friday, Nov. 22 as Mayor Richard Edwards officiates the throwing of the switch that will light the Community Tree. The annual Community Tree Lighting Ceremony, organized by the Downtown Bowling Green S.I.D. has grown enormously in recent years and proves to be a well-attended event yet again. This year’s program will include a prelude of music by the BGHS Madrigals, dancing by Julie’s Dance Studio and refreshments from Qdoba, Meijer, and the Biggby’s Coffee.
The Wood County District Public Library has been a community partner in this event for so many years. The library opens its doors to everyone for a free concert by the Madrigals in the library atrium at the conclusion of the tree lighting. Also, many thanks needs to be extended to the City of Bowling Green for all their assistance with logistics, BG Fire Department for transportation, and the BG Police Department.
The prelude will begin with a performance by the Madrigals with a selection of seasonal music at approximately 6:45 p.m. The arrival of Mayor Edwards by fire truck will commence the lighting around 7 p.m. Those gathering are asked to be sure to stay off of Main Street in the spaces in front of the library for that is the designated area for the fire truck to park. Also, part of Court St. next to Pisanello’s will be blocked off to traffic.
The Community Tree Lighting is the first event that will kick off the 2019 Holly Day Festivities. On Saturday, Nov. 23 the Holiday Parade will take place down Main Street starting at 9:50 a.m.
Friday, Nov. 29 is Black Friday where local businesses will have specials.
Saturday, Nov. 30 is Shop Small Business Saturday with a visit from Santa included! This free event will take place at the Four Corners Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with Performances by Julie’s Dance Studio and crafts for the children by Big Fab Lab. There will also be a $500 Downtown Dollars giveaway; visit https://downtownbgohio.org/downtown-dollars for a chance to win! Many stores are offering holiday specials during this time.
Other events include:
Ladies Night on Wednesday, Dec. 4 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a list of participating merchants found on Downtown BG’s Facebook: Downtown Bowling Green SID.
Hump for the Holidays at The Stone’s Throw will also take place Dec. 4 from 4 to 10 p.m. with a Silent Auction from 4-9 p.m. and the 50/50 raffle from 4 -10 p.m. Visit https://downtownbgohio.org/hump-for-the-holidays to print off a coupon to use with your meal that will support the holiday decorations fund.
Downtown Bowling Green S.I.D is sponsoring a Window Decorating Contest from Dec. 4 through Dec. 16. For a chance to win $100 downtown dollars, visit the link below and vote for your favorite window display. For a second chance to win, see the link below for a list of participating merchants. Stop by their store to enter a drawing to win $50, $100, or $200 downtown dollars. Visit: https://downtownbgohio.org/holiday-window-contest.
Contact the office of Downtown Bowling Green S.I.D. with any questions about these events at 419-354-4332.
