What’s happening in our community (updated Nov. 1)

TOPICS:
Matthew Oestreich

Posted By: Lindsay-Jo Douglas October 30, 2026

BG Rotary to welcome Wood County Auditor Matt Oestreich on Thursday, Nov. 5

Bowling Green Rotarians will welcome Wood County Auditor Matt Oestreich as the guest speaker at the meeting on Thursday, Nov. 5. As of this month, Oestreich has been the county’s auditor for eight years.

Oestreich brings 18 years of public sector experience to the office of the auditor, serving as the county’s chief fiscal officer and appraiser. He is also the sealer of weights and measures and is also the secretary of the budget commission, board of revision, and data processing board.

BG Rotary meets every Thursday at 11:45 a.m. at the Bowling Green Country Club. For more information, including membership, email bgrotary@icloud.com.

BG Kiwanis Club to welcome Zach Migura of Wood County Veterans Services, Thursday, Nov. 5

The Bowling Green Kiwanis Club is pleased to welcome Zach Migura of Wood County Veterans Services as the featured speaker at its meeting on Thursday, Nov. 5.

The meeting will be held at noon in the Slater Family Ice Arena Lounge on the campus of Bowling Green State University. The public is invited to attend with lunch available from 11:30 a.m. for $18.

Migura will provide an overview of Wood County Veterans Services and its role in assisting local veterans and their families. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn more about the resources, benefits, and support services available to those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The presentation will also highlight the importance of connecting veterans with the assistance they have earned through their military service.

For more information about the Bowling Green Kiwanis Club or to learn how to become a member, visit www.kiwanisbg.org.

City of BG requests removal of all decorations from Oak Grove Cemetery, fall cleanup to begin Monday, Nov. 2

All decorations, wreaths, and grave blankets must be removed from Oak Grove Cemetery by Monday, Nov. 2, in preparation for the maintenance crew’s fall cleanup.

The cleanup will begin on Monday, Nov. 2.

Free Monday Morning Meditation & Movement to continue indoors

Bowling Green Parks and Recreation is excited to continue Monday Morning Meditation and Movement inside. The community is invited to join certified yoga and meditation teacher Maria Signorino, the natural resource specialist, at Simpson Garden Park, in the Banquet Room, for meditation and light movement. The program will now extend from Oct. 19 through March 29. The program will be from 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. on Monday mornings.

Program dates:

  • Nov. 2, 9, 23
  • Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28
  • Jan. 4, 11, 25
  • Feb. 1, 22
  • March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

This program is open to adults and those 16 and older. For participants younger than 16, an adult must be present. A yoga mat or beach towel are required to participate. Each session will be 45 minutes and catered to the group’s needs. Classes will not occur on holidays.

This is a chance to slow down, engage in the senses, and listen to the body. By practicing a variety of mindfulness techniques, grounding, and light movement, attendees will connect with themselves, their community, and the earth.

This event is free to attend and does not require registration. For questions, contact Maria Signorino, natural resource specialist, at msignorino@bgohio.gov.

Cholesterol screening clinics offered at Wood County senior centers in BG and North Baltimore

The Wood County Committee on Aging Inc. is currently scheduling cholesterol screening clinics in November for residents of Wood County who are 25 years or older.  The cost is $30. These screenings require appointments and pretest instructions.

These screenings are in partnership with the Wood County Hospital. The screening includes: Total Cholesterol, HDL (good cholesterol), LDL (bad cholesterol), Triglycerides, Total Cholesterol/HDL ratio and A1C – which shows how well a person controlled their blood glucose over the past two to three months. Results will be immediately available and discussed with clients by a registered nurse or health educator.

The screenings are scheduled for:

Wood County Senior Center, Bowling Green, from 9 to 11 a.m.

  • Tuesday, Nov. 3
  • Friday, Nov. 6
  • Tuesday, Nov. 10

North Baltimore Area Senior Center, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

  • Thursday, Nov. 12

To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-367-4935 or 419-353-5661 and ask for the Social Services Department.

Care Compass Project to offer free training for caregivers, those who may become caregivers, Wednesday, Nov. 4

The Care Compass Project serves as a quarterly network gathering for caregivers and those who may be caregivers in the future. Care Compass is a place to gather information and obtain resources to make the journey of caregiving less stressful.

The upcoming session will be held in-person and virtually using Zoom on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 11 a.m., at the Wood County Senior Center, 140 South Grove St., Bowling Green.

The Care Compass Project is free and open to all caregivers and community members but requires pre-registration by calling 1-800-367-4935 or 419-353-5661 or emailing programs@wccoa.net.

Zoom login information will be given upon registration if requested.

Lunch sponsored by Brookdale of Bowling Green will be given to the first 25 Wood County residents registered for the session that will be attending in-person.

  • 11 a.m.: Got Swelling? Compression – It’s not what your grandparents wore
    • This session will discuss the basics of swelling, its causes, and solutions. Mary Pollock is a doctor, occupational therapist, and certified lymphedema therapist. She has been treating swelling since 2012 and currently works with JOBST medical compression as a clinical educator.
  • 11:45-noon: Lunch by Brookdale of Bowling Green
  • Noon: Legacy and light – End-of-life doula
    • This interactive presentation will explore the compassionate, non-medical support an INELDA-trained end-of-life doula provides to individuals and families. Just as a birth doula offers support to life entering the world, an end-of-life doula offers emotional comfort, assistance with planning, and ensuring personal wishes are honored with dignity. Presented by Kristy Akdemir.

The Care Compass Project is sponsored and brought to the community by Brookdale of Bowling Green, Wood County Committee on Aging, Golden Care Partners, Optimal Aging Institute at BGSU, and Heartland Hospice.

For information on programs and services, contact the Wood County Committee on Aging at 419-353-5661, 1-800-367-4935, or www.wccoa.net.

ODOT to hold open house on two proposed roundabouts on Ohio 64 between BG and Haskins, Wednesday, Nov. 4

The Ohio Department of Transportation District 2 invites the public to attend an open house to learn about a proposed project along a 4.5-mile section of Ohio 64 between the city of Bowling Green and the village of Haskins in Wood County.

The proposed project includes roadway improvements and alignment changes to Route 64 and Belleville Ditch (Haskins Road Ditch), as well as improvements to safety and traffic operations at the intersections of Route 64 at Bishop Road and at Ohio 582 by constructing roundabouts at these locations.

The project is intended to provide long-term infrastructure improvements that reduce maintenance needs and minimize the risk of roadway and guardrail failure associated with the proximity of Route 64 to Belleville Ditch.

The draft feasibility study will be discussed at the open house meeting. Attendees may visit at any time during the designated hours of 4 to 7 p.m. No formal presentation will be given.

Meeting details:

During the open house, project team representatives will be available to discuss the results of the draft feasibility study, the analysis of design alternatives, and the recommended preferred alternatives for the project.

Construction of the roundabouts could begin as soon as 2029. The construction schedule for the Route 64 and Haskins Road Ditch improvements is pending the availability of funding for future phases of the project.

For complete project details, visit the website: https://www.transportation.ohio.gov/travel/projects/121430

The public is asked to attend the open house and provide feedback regarding the proposed project. Comments regarding the project may be submitted in person at the meeting, on the project website through the comment submittal form, or by phone or email at the contact information below. Comments received by Dec. 6, will be included in the official project documentation, but all comments will be accepted at any time.

Individuals who require interpretation services or a reasonable accommodation to attend the meeting or provide comments are asked to contact ODOT at 419-373-4430 prior to Oct. 30. Public participation in this project is solicited without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin or disability.

Wood County Museum turkey drop fundraiser to have $4,500 total in cash prizes, Thursday, Nov. 5

The Wood County Museum will host its annual foam turkey drop fundraising event on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 12:30 p.m., in the parking lot of the museum. Participants do not need to be present to win. The drop will be limited to 300 foam turkeys. Turkeys will be sold until noon on Nov. 5 or until sold out. Former WTOL anchor Jerry Anderson will be the emcee for the event.

Participants can purchase a foam turkey for $50 each. Foam turkeys can be purchased online, at the museum, or on location the day of the event before the drop, while supplies last. To go along with the theme, the museum will have turkey dogs available for lunch for a donation during the event.

A Toledo Aerial Media drone will drop numbered foam turkeys in the museum parking lot. The six foam turkeys closest to the target will win prizes.

There will be two targets and two of each cash prize:

  • First closest to target: $1,000
  • Second closest to target: $750
  • Third closest to target: $500

There will also be various other non-cash prizes, including frozen turkeys.

In the case of inclement weather, the turkey drop will be rescheduled.

The proceeds will go to the Wood County Historical Society to help support educational programs, future exhibits, and collections management.

Questions can be directed to the museum at 419-352-0967 or marketing@woodcountyhistory.org.

Children’s Resource Center to hold ribbon cutting ceremony for new crisis center, Thursday, Nov. 5

The Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce and the Children’s Resource Center have announced a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Children’s Resource Center’s new crisis center on Nov. 5 at 1045 Klotz Road, Bowling Green. The ceremony will begin at 1 p.m.

The Children’s Resource Center (CRC) invites all community members to attend the ribbon cutting and learn more about more programs being offered. The new R. Anthony Marcson Center will be located behind the current agency building which will allow close collaboration between programs and easy access for past and current clients who may benefit from the services. An additional 10-12 new positions will open at this location, and 18 positions will transfer to the new crisis center.

In partnership with the Wood County Alcohol Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board, this is a pivotal project in the enhancement of Northwest Ohio’s crisis continuum for youth. The center will provide crisis stabilization care to youth in Wood County and surrounding areas. It will include 16 rooms, 10 traditional beds and 6 intensive care beds for youth who require longer-term stabilization (up to three months). The crisis center will include shared areas, therapy rooms for both group and individual treatment, a full kitchen and dining, and family spaces for visitation.

The opening of the crisis center is particularly significant as CRC also marks 50 years of dedicated services to the youth of Wood County and surrounding families this year. 

Free ‘Window on Wildlife Fridays’ to continue through Nov. 20

The Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Department is excited to invite the community to the Rotary Nature Center at Wintergarden/St. Johns Preserve for Window on Wildlife Fridays. People can drop-in between 9 a.m. and noon to observe the wildlife, check out nature books, and try the wildlife games. The drop-in hours will be offered every Friday from Sept. 4 – Nov. 20.

Dates:

  • Friday, Nov. 6, 13, 20

Guests of all ages are welcome and no registration is necessary. The Rotary Nature Center is located at Wintergarden/St. Johns Preserve, 615 S. Wintergarden Road.

To learn more, email Peighton Corson, special programmer.

BG Parks & Recreations announces ‘First Friday Frenzy’

“First Friday Frenzy” debuts this fall for slightly older children, ages 11-14. Taking place on the first Friday of the month, this program will be a night of competition. Activities and skills contests will be offered in the game room, gymnasium, and on the rotating climbing wall.

Sessions are scheduled from 5-9 p.m. on the following Fridays:

  • Nov. 6
  • Dec. 4

Children should eat dinner before drop-off as no food or snacks will be provided at the programs. Parents are welcome to send a snack with their child if needed.

The programs cost $15 per resident child per session and $19 per non-resident child per session. For questions or more information, call Ivan at 419-354-6223 or email ikovacevic@bgohio.gov.

Public can get paper documents shredded and donate to annual Santa Shop, Saturday, Nov. 7

Wood County Job and Family Services will shred paper documents and accept donations to its annual Santa Shop during a special event Saturday, Nov. 7.

Now in its ninth year, this annual event from 9 a.m.-noon allows Wood County residents to securely dispose of up to five boxes or bags of paper items. The agency will accept donations of toys, gift cards, and cash in recognition of this service.

This event will be held at Wood County Department of Job and Family Services, 1928 E. Gypsy Lane Road, Bowling Green, in the employee parking lot on the west side of the building.

Proceeds from this annual fundraiser support the agency’s Santa Shop program, which provides toys and gifts for children in need of support over the holidays.

Items will be shredded on site, and participants are welcome to observe to ensure proper disposal.

BG Community Center to host free ‘Fall into Fun Fest,’ Saturday, Nov. 7

The Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Department invites families to enjoy an evening of free fun, games, and activities during Fall into Fun Fest on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 4 – 7 p.m., at the Bowling Green Community Center, 1245 W. Newton Road.

Families are invited to spend quality time together while enjoying a variety of activities throughout the community center. The event will feature something for all ages, including basketball, beach ball volleyball, box hockey, cornhole, minute-to-win-it games, table tennis, freedom climber wall, Nintendo Wii bowling, pool table, pop-a-shot basketball, giant Jenga, giant Connect 4, giant checkers, and giant chess. Hot apple cider and a cookie decorating station will also be available for guests while supplies last.

This event was made possible by the following sponsors: Glass City Federal Credit Union, Bowling Green Community Foundation, Ohio Logistics, and Lanny Milligan Donor Directed Pooled Fund of the Greater Toledo Community Foundation.

Fall into Fun Fest aims to provide an opportunity for families to enjoy a free evening of fun together while exploring the many recreational opportunities available at the Bowling Green Community Center.

For more information, contact Ivan Kovacevic at 419-354-6223.

Toledo Opera to present ‘Opera Cabaret’ for free, Saturday, Nov. 7

Toledo Opera will present Opera Cabaret on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m., at the Toledo Opera offices, 425 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 601, Toledo. The event will feature performances by Toledo Opera resident artists and members of the Toledo Opera chorus. This event is free and open to the public.

Opera Cabaret will be hosted by Toledo Opera Artistic Director Kevin Bylsma. Refreshments will be provided. A freewill donation will be accepted on the evening of the event and will be used to sustain and develop the Toledo Opera chorus.

Opera Cabaret is a performance series developed by Toledo Opera to spotlight the Toledo Opera chorus. The program was conceived following the company’s production of “South Pacific,” which featured a small and specialized ensemble. In response, the artistic staff created Opera Cabaret as a platform to fully showcase the chorus – a group regarded as the heart of Toledo Opera.

Comprised of regional and local professional singers, the Toledo Opera chorus plays a role in bringing each mainstage production to life. These dedicated artists contribute their time and talent to the company. Opera Cabaret offers them the opportunity to shine in a more intimate setting, while also deepening connections with the community through varied vocal selections and engaging performances.

Opera Cabaret is free and open to the public. For more information, visit toledoopera.org.

Good Day Cat Café to host ribbon-cutting ceremony, Tuesday, Nov. 10

The Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce and Good Day Cat Café have announced a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 11 a.m., at 124 W. Wooster St., Bowling Green.

This woman-owned and ADA-compliant business serves traditional café faire along with creations like the “Pudge Frappe.” Fresh baked goods are sourced from local home bakeries. The café is proud to sell coffee produced by Kitty Town Coffee, where every bag sold feeds a cat in need for five days.

Helping cats is a large part of Good Day Cat Café’s mission, as its cat lounge holds up to 12 rescue kittens and cats looking for their forever homes, though visitors are always welcome to visit with them and enjoy the peace the cat lounge can bring.

Good Day Cat Café invested $30,000 in rebuilding its former business, Tabby & Fidos, and opened with the idea of offering the community a space to relax in the company of loving cats. Visitors are offered reward cards to earn free drinks, and specials are offered for seniors, veterans, and current members of the military. The café also donates gift baskets and free visits to Good Day Cat Café at events in the community and is proud to support other businesses and community members.

Good Day Cat Café invites all community members to attend the ceremony. This event is free and open to the public, with registration available at bgchamber.net/rsvp.

Not In Our Town to host community conversation series continues Nov. 10

Not In Our Town Bowling Green will be holding a series of conversations to discuss the results of its 2025 survey, to gain a sense of what the community wants the organization to be, and to plan events for the spring.

The next conversation will take place:

  • Tuesday, Nov. 10, 5:30 – 7 p.m., BG City Building, Conference Room 111, adjacent to the main City Council Chambers

NIOT-BG is a nonpartisan group that was established in 2013 as a joint effort between concerned residents of the city of Bowling Green and Bowling Green State University students, with support from the city and BGSU. After a series of race-based incidents caused some people to question who they are and who they aspire to be, a group began exploring options for ensuring the community was welcoming to all, and NIOT-BG was born. Since its formation, NIOT-BG has hosted/co-hosted events and programs such as the Peace March, Interfaith Breakfast, United Against Hate Week, community reads, educational workshops, and community talks.

For more information about NIOT-BG, visit its Facebook page or contact Ana Brown at acbrown@bgsu.edu or Heather Sayler at hsayler@bgohio.gov.

McMaster to speak on Revolutionary War in Maumee River Valley at next museum tea, Thursday, Nov. 12

The Wood County Museum will host its own education coordinator, Michael McMaster, as the speaker for the upcoming Tea & Talk Series on Nov. 12, 2 p.m., at the Wood County Museum, 13660 County Home Road, Bowling Green. 

The November tea is titled “The Revolutionary War on the Maumee River Valley.”  Although the Ohio Frontier was far removed from the better-known American Revolutionary War history, the Maumee River played an important, and little known, role during the conflict, 1776-1783. McMaster will share his knowledge about the Maumee River Valley and Ohio Frontier and its important part during the war.

Once again, the museum is partnering with The Summer Kitchen. The featured tea selection is called 1776. After the Boston Tea Party, the colonists boiled everything from pine needles, strawberry leaves, maple leaves and shrubs to stem their thirst for tea. This blend of Ceylon and Assam tea (both major teas growing in areas of the old British Empire) combines with the essence of strawberry and maple to capture the spirit of the revolution.

Reservations and payment need to be completed by Sunday, Nov. 8. There are two methods for payment. Either call 419-352-0967 and museum staff can assist, or visit woodcountyhistory.org to pay online. Admission includes tea and light refreshments by local caterer So Many Somethings out of Perrysburg, and the program. Member pricing is $30, while non-member and special-diet meals (gluten-free/vegan) are $35. All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.

This program is part of the 2026 Tea & Talk series hosted by the Wood County Museum.  A complete list of teas and other programs can be found at woodcountyhistory.org

Four Corners Center + COWORK announce ribbon-cutting at new location, Thursday, Nov. 12

The Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce and the entirety of the Four Corners Center + COWORK are thrilled to announce a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the new location on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 4 p.m., at 248 S. Main St., Bowling Green.

On Sept. 14, the Bowling Green Chamber of Commerce, VisitBG Ohio, Downtown Bowling Green Special Improvement District, and Bowling Green Economic Development moved into an historic building in downtown Bowling Green.

The new coworking space offers private offices and cubicles, the Falcon and Bobcat Conference Rooms, and direct access to Four Corners staff for local professionals, startups, and branch units.

This evolution of the Four Corners was made possible through the efforts of Bowling Green Economic Development. The first-in-kind project for the organization resulted in a ~$1.5 million investment into downtown Bowling Green, while restoring a vacant building to meaningful use.

Funding partners made this project feasible, including a $487,000 JobsOhio Vibrant Communities Grant, a grant from Meta, and a rebate from Efficiency Smart. At the ribbon-cutting, Kati Thompson of Bowling Green Economic Development will voice thanks on behalf of the Four Corners Center + COWORK.

The public is invited to join the free celebration. To RSVP, visit https://www.bgchamber.net/rsvp/ or call 419-353-7945.

Wood County Health Department to offer vaccine clinics

Everyone is invited to protect themselves, their families, and their communities by attending on of Wood County Health Department’s seasonal flu and COVID vaccine clinics. Everyone age 6 months and older is eligible for seasonal vaccination. The health department has partnered with the Wood County Committee on Aging to offer clinics at local senior centers.

Insurance will be billed to those with insurance, so people are asked to bring their insurance cards. Vaccines are also available for individuals without insurance, with a $20 administration fee. No payment will be collected at the clinic.

Clinic dates and locations include:

  • Friday, Nov. 13, 3 – 6 p.m., Wood County Health Department
  • Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m. – noon, Wood County Health Department.

The Wood County Health Department is located at 1840 E. Gypsy Lane Road, Bowling Green. For more information, visit woodcountyhealth.org.

McClure United Methodist Church to serve up baked steak dinners on Nov. 13

The McClure United Methodist Church will host a baked steak supper on Friday, Nov. 13, serving from 5-6:30 p.m. The menu is baked steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, Harvard beets, green beans, corn, dinner rolls, dessert and drinks, all for a donation of $12 or more. Carry outs will be available. 

The church is located at 430 S. East Street in McClure. The phone number is 419-748-8505. Follow this event at https://www.facebook.com/McClureumchurch. 

‘Parents’ Night Out’ continues Friday, Nov. 13

Returning to make date nights easier, the Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Department’s “Parents’ Night Out” program provides activities for kids ages 5-12, including games, arts & crafts, gym time, and the popular Freedom Climber rotating climbing wall.

Registration is limited to the first 20 participants and slots tend to sell out quickly. Sessions are from 5 – 9 p.m. on the following Fridays:

  • Nov. 13
  • Dec. 18

Children should eat dinner before drop-off as no food or snacks will be provided at the programs. Parents are welcome to send a snack with their child if needed.

The programs cost $15 per resident child per session and $19 per non-resident child per session. For questions or more information, call Ivan at 419-354-6223 or email ikovacevic@bgohio.gov.

Next Howard’s Club H free store to take place on Thursday, Nov. 19

The BG Free Store take place at Howard’s Club H, 210 N. Main St., Bowling Green, and offers clothing, food, toiletries, books, kitchen items, and more for free. The store sets up on the third Thursday of every month from 6 – 9:30 p.m.

To donate, contact 440-296-6405.

Upcoming dates:

  • Nov. 19
  • Dec. 17

Applications, donations now open for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren holiday outreach program, deadline Dec. 1

The role of Grandma and Grandpa is different for every grandparent. While some grandparents may see their grandchildren on a limited basis, others see them more frequently, and many are now raising their grandchildren. Raising grandchildren later in life often brings unique challenges. The role of raising children may be familiar, yet it can be an entirely unique and difficult experience.

As the holiday season approaches, children look forward to gifts. For some grandparents, this could be a stressful time as money may be tight. This holiday season, the Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc. is holding its tenth annual Grandparents Raising Grandchildren holiday outreach project, partnering with Wood County Job and Family Services and Bowling Green Kiwanis. This project is intended to provide aid to grandparents who are 50 years of age and older living in Wood County, who have custody and are raising their grandchildren.

A completed application must be submitted to determine eligibility. One application per household with grandchildren ages 0-17 will be considered annually. The deadline for applications is Tuesday, Dec. 1. Applications may be returned to any of the Wood County senior centers.

For questions or to receive an application, contact the WCCOA Program Department at 419-353-5661 or toll-free at 1-800-367-4935. The application is also available online at https://wccoa.net/activities/special-events/.

Holiday outreach project funds raised through the senior centers in Wood County will be used by WCCOA to purchase gifts for eligible children. All gifts will be purchased and wrapped and delivered to the families prior to the holidays.

To purchase a gift for a child or make a monetary donation to the holiday outreach project, contact WCCOA for more information at 419-353-5661 or email programs@wccoa.net.

BG Alliance Church invites community to ‘Come to the Stable,’ Dec. 10-13

Bowling Green Alliance Church invites the community to experience the peace of Christmas at its annual event, “Come to the Stable,” taking place Dec. 10-13, at 1161 Napoleon Road, Bowling Green.

“Come to the Stable” is an indoor walk-through display featuring hundreds of nativity sets, each one a symbol of hope and peace, loaned by church and community members. This event is free and open to all, offering a unique opportunity to pause, reflect, and embrace the tranquility that the Christmas season can bring.

Event hours:

  • Thursday, Dec. 10: 5 – 8 p.m.
  • Friday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  • Saturday, Dec. 12, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
  • Sunday, Dec. 13, noon – 5 p.m.
  • Sunday worship: 10 a.m.

The church is fully handicapped accessible with drive-up and drop-off available for visitors. Groups of eight or more are encouraged to call 419-352-3623 or email office@bgalliance.org to schedule a visit.

Since 2001, “Come to the Stable” has also served as a drop-off center for dry and canned food donations to benefit the BG Christian Food Pantry. Attendees are invited to bring a gift of food to help support local families and share the peace and goodwill of the season.

Amid the busyness of the holidays, “Come to the Stable” aims to offer a quite, thoughtful space to experience the peace of the first Christmas. From traditional American nativities to sets from around the world, each display invites visitors to reflect on the message of peace that Christmas brings.

For more information, visit https://www.bgalliance.org/come-to-the-stable or https://www.facebook.com/p/Come-to-the-Stable-CTTS-100067998487500/.

Weekly ‘Queer Coffee’ event to be hosted at Grounds For Thought on Sundays

“Queer Coffee” is held at Grounds For Thought, 174 S. Main St., every Sunday at 2 p.m. This event aims to be inclusive for anyone who is in the LGBTQ+ community, allies, friends, and family. Attendees can play board games, chat about life, and sip on coffee, tea, or lemonade.

Make new ‘Fiber Friends’ with weekly creative program at WCDPL on Tuesdays

The Wood County District Public Library, 251 N. Main St., invites all knitters and crocheters to join “Fiber Friends,” every Tuesday at 10 a.m., in the second floor programming room.

Fiber Friends is a social program that meets every week to chat and create. People of all skill levels are welcome. Even if someone has never picked up knitting needles or a crochet hook, they can learn the basics to get started on their newest hobby.

Attendees are encouraged to bring their current project or start a new one. Coffee will be provided.

No registration is required. For more information, call 419-352-5050 or email woodref@wcdpl.org.

Just Baby ‘N Me storytimes at library on Tuesdays

Just Baby ‘N Me is a lap-sit storytime ideal for babies. This unique storytime will be on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.in The Children’s Place at the Bowling Green Library.

This lap-sit storytime is great for babies from birth through early walkers (12 months). The focus during storytime is on rhymes, songs, finger plays, and exploring short books together, and is meant to facilitate interaction between you and your baby to develop their language and early literacy skills.

Wood County District Public Library hosts family storytime on Thursdays

Families are invited to enjoy storytime indoors at the Wood County District Public Library on Thursdays from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Attendees can visit the Bowling Green library Children’s Place for picture book readings, songs, games, and activities.

For any questions, contact the Children’s Place at 419-352-8253 or email woodkids@wcdpl.org.

More about Lindsay-Jo Douglas
Posted by: Lindsay-Jo Douglas on October 30, 2026.on November 1, 2026.
SHARE TWEET PIN SHARE

Related Articles