What’s happening in our community (updated Nov. 7)

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Dr. Kevin Neves retrieves a yellow perch during the filming of the "America the Bountiful" segment at the greenhouse on the BGSU campus. (BGSU photo)

Posted By: Lindsay-Jo Douglas November 5, 2026

BG Kiwanis to welcome Dr. Kevin Neves, BGSU biology professor, on Thursday, Nov. 12

The Bowling Green Kiwanis Club is pleased to welcome Dr. Kevin Neves of the Department of Biological Sciences at Bowling Green State University as the featured speaker at its meeting on Thursday, Nov. 12.

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

Neves will share insights into his ongoing research at BGSU, providing attendees with an opportunity to learn more about the scientific work being conducted at the university. The presentation will offer a look at the research process, the importance of scientific discovery, and the role university research plays in expanding people’s understanding of the world around them.

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

BG Rotary to learn about TutorSmart of Greater Toledo on Thursday, Nov. 12

Thursday, Nov. 12, BG Rotarians will welcome two representatives from TutorSmart of Greater Toledo. Tiffany Adamski, the organization’s executive director, and Sarah Salatin, director of development, will provide an overview of programs and activities.

TutorSmart Toledo is a free tutoring program designed to help students in grades kindergarten through eight improve their math and reading skills. By providing after-school support, TutorSmart aims to bridge the gap between what happens during and after the school day.

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.

Noted trumpeter Wayne Bergeron on stage with Toledo Jazz Orchetra, Nov. 7

The Toledo Jazz Orchestra opens its season featuring renowned trmpeter an bandlader Wayne Bergeron Saturday, Nov. 7, at 8 p.m. in the Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St., Toledo.

Bergeron earned early recogntion playing lead trumpet with Maynard Ferguson’s band in 1986 appeared on four of the trumpet legend’s records. “Wayne is the most musical lead trumpet player I’ve had in my band,” Ferguson said.

Bergeron has worked on over 500 TV and motion picture soundtracks including solos on hit movies. He has back scores of top pop and jazz performers as well as playing with a number of Los Angeles-based. 

Bergeron stepped out on his own with his first solo effort, You Call This a Living? This debut project earned him a Grammy nomination in 2004 for Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album. Bergeron’s most recent recording “Full Circle,” was released in January 2016.

Click here for tickets or call 419-246-8000.

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.

Library to host free baking classes about pie

With the holiday season coming up, now is a good time to hone baking skills. Rachel Sizer, sustainability coordinator for the city of Bowling Green, is coming to the Wood County District Public Library to lead two hands-on baking classes in November. A former winner in the annual holiday bake-off, Sizer will teach attendees her tricks to making delicious pies.

The first session, on Friday, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m., will focus on making the perfect crust. The second session, on Friday, Nov. 13, 2 p.m., will cover fillings. Both classes will take place at the Carter House on 307 N. Church St., directly behind the library.

The event is free and open to the public, though registration is required to take part in this program. Attendees may sign up by visiting the library’s website calendar at https://wcdpl.libcal.com/event/17263785 or by calling 419-352-5050.

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.

Tractor Supply Company to honor National Hometown Heroes Day, Saturday, Nov. 7

Ahead of Veterans Day, Tractor Supply Company is honoring the service members, veterans, and first responders who protect and strengthen communities every day.

On Saturday, Nov. 7, at 10 a.m., Tractor Supply stores across Ohio will celebrate National Hometown Heroes Day with in-store celebrations. The event pairs community recognition with direct local giving and exclusive savings for heroes.

Each local store will make a direct $250 donation to selected area military, veteran, or first responder organization, representing $24,750 total. Middleton Township Firefighters Association in Bowling Green and Post No. 320 American Legion, Inc. in Maumee will receive donations.

Additional in-store activities will include:

  • Touch-a-truck with local fire, police, and emergency vehicles on-site for interactive community and family demonstrations.
  • “Thank-a-hero’ letter-writing stations for neighbors to share personal notes of appreciation for active-duty personnel, veterans, and emergency responders.

Hometown heroes registered and verified with Tractor Supply’s Neighbors Club will receive a 10% discount. To sign up, visit http://www.tractorsupply.com/hometownheroes.

To locate the nearest Tractor Supply, visit http://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/store-locator.

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.

Falcon Marching Band to present ‘Sounds of the Stadium,’ Sunday, Nov. 8

Bowling Green State University and the Falcon Marching Band will host their annual “Sounds of the Stadium” event on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 3 p.m. at the Stroh Center. With a record-breaking 600 members, the Falcon Marching Band, America’s largest college marching band, will perform music from this year’s halftime shows, along with other Falcon favorites.

The performance is open to the public, and general admission tickets are $10. BGSU students with a University ID will receive free admission at the door. The band will play music from this year’s halftime shows while seated; no marching will take place.

Under the direction of Jon Waters, director of marching and athletic bands, the band has grown to a record-setting 600 members, 80% of whom are non-music majors. The Falcon Marching Band made its first international appearance in 2025, performing in the iconic St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin, Ireland. The band has also been selected to perform in the 2027 Rose Parade on New Year’s Day ahead of the internationally watched Rose Bowl Game in Pasadena, California.

Toledo Opera to present ‘The Three Little Pigs’ for free at Epworth United Methodist Church, Sunday, Nov. 8

Toledo Opera invites the public to a free community performance of “The Three Little Pigs” on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 4 p.m., at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W. Central Ave., Toledo. The performance will be followed by a cookies-and-punch reception and a meet-and-greet with the artists. All are welcome to attend.

“The Three Little Pigs” is an original retelling of the classic folk tale based on scenes and music from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s operas, adapted by John Davies. “The Three Little Pigs” is presented as the 2026-27 production of Toledo Opera’s award-winning Opera on Wheels program, a 40-year educational outreach initiative that brings live opera directly to schools and community venues across northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. Each year, Opera on Wheels reaches more than 20,000 students with age-appropriate productions that introduce new audiences to the art form.

This year’s production tells the story of siblings, Don Giovanni, Cherubino, and Despina, and their plans to build their new homes. While Don Giovanni and Cherubino decide on straw and sticks, Despina decides to research “huff-proof, puff-proof” building methods at the local library. In the meantime, the hungry wolf, Wolfgang Bigbad, blows down the homes of Despina’s brother and sister. Will Despina’s analysis of construction materials save their “bacon”? Is knowledge more powerful than a wolf’s appetite?

“The Three Little Pigs” is performed by Toledo Opera’s 2026-27 cohort of resident artists: Jenna Gisson, soprano; Caroline Friend, mezzo soprano; Jeremy Do, tenor; Timothy Krueger, baritone; and Charles Ligus, pianist. Chosen from a national pool of more than 150 applicants for a one-year residency in Toledo, these artists bring talent and skill to this program.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information about Opera on Wheels, visit toledoopera.org.

City of BG leaf collection to begin Monday, Nov. 9

Crews will begin the initial round of leaf collection on Monday, Nov. 9. Leaf collection is available for addresses that are eligible for city refuse/recycling collection and is not connected to the regular refuse/recycling collection schedule. A map has been posted to the city’s website to allow residents to follow crews’ progress.

It is encouraged to note that this will be the first round of leaf collection. The second round will tentatively begin in December.

Leaves should be placed loose curbside, not in bags. Residents should not place leaf piles near poles, mailboxes, guy wire, or any other structures. Leaves should not be placed in the street as this blocks storm drains during rain events. Also, there is a risk of parked cars with warm exhaust systems catching on fire when over dry leaves. Brush and other yard waste should not be placed in leaf piles.

Bowling Green residents may also take leaves to the drop-off site located behind the Public Works garage on Tarragon Drive, off East Poe Road. Brush and branches are not accepted at the drop-off site.

Residents may also consider leaving their leaves and using them to enrich their soil. Leaves can be raked into garden beds as natural mulch and fertilizer for the soil. Dry leaves can also be mowed over to fertilize grass. Grass clippings and finely chopped leaves add vital nutrients and organic matter to the lawn, improving lawn health.

The leaf collection map and guidelines may be found here: https://www.bgohio.gov/471/Leaf-Collection.

Mercy Health’s mobile mammography unit to make stops in Perrysburg

Mercy Health’s mobile mammography unit has visits scheduled throughout the region in November, including stops in Perrysburg.

The mobile mammography unit is customized for patient convenience and will deliver 3D mammograms to those with breasts age 40 and older. It is equipped with the newest 3D technology and offers patients the option of self-compression, meaning the patient will have the ability to control the compression once they are in position.

Stops include:

While mammogram screenings may be covered by insurance, for best coverage, verify if Mercy Health – St. Charles Hospital is an in-network provider with insurance carriers. If someone is uninsured or underinsured (has high deductibles), Mercy Health has financial need-based assistance programs available to help. If eligible, people may qualify for a no-cost mammogram. Call 1-800-929-6626 for more information.

Screenings at the Mercy Health mobile mammography unit are by appointment only. Call 833-MAMM-VAN to schedule a screening on the mobile unit.

To view the full list of dates and locations, visit mercy.com/toledomobilemamm.

Mercy Health encourages people to talk with their doctors about when they should have a screening mammogram. Screening mammograms are usually a covered benefit with most insurance carriers.

Certified radiologists read all mammograms and because a second look can mean a second chance, Mercy Health double-checks all mammograms with a computer-aided detection system that detects more breast cancer than mammography alone. Patients and their physicians will receive copies of the results.

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. 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.

Community invited to ‘honk and wave’ appreciation events for election workers, Monday, Nov. 9

Members of the League of Women Voters of Ohio and the Ohio AFL-CIO are teaming up for two “honk and wave” events on Monday, Nov. 9, at noon and 3 p.m., outside of the Lucas and Wood County boards of election.

Local members of the LWVO and the Ohio AFL-CIO are holding the two events to show their appreciation for the work of election workers who faced difficult and unforeseen circumstances in 2026 and yet ensured every vote counted.

Election officials, staff, poll workers, and election volunteers power Ohio’s elections. Their work to count every eligible vote and keep elections secure is essential to democracy.

Members of the Toledo and Bowling Green communities are encouraged to join the group or drive by to give a “honk” and a “wave” to show their thanks.

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Cholesterol screening clinics offered at senior centers in BG & 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. 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.

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.

BGSU ‘Green Game Day’ recycling to surpass 10,000 pounds, Tuesday, Nov. 10

Bowling Green State University is expected to surpass 10,000 pounds of recycled materials for the season during its home football game against Kent State on Tuesday, Nov. 10, as part of its longstanding “Green Game Day” initiative to reduce waste through recycling. BGSU has hosted “Green Game Day” since 2008 through coordinated efforts with fans, student volunteers, and the Office of Campus Sustainability.

For Tuesday’s game, efforts will begin at 4 p.m., when volunteers will engage with Falcon Football fans, distribute green recycling bags for tailgate recyclables, and educate fans about what can and cannot be recycled. Once fans head into the stadium for the 7 p.m. kickoff, volunteers will begin collecting the bags and soring the items to minimize contamination.

As the game ends, the hard work will continue, with Grounds Services staff and volunteers collecting bags from the stadium while student organizations clean up the seats and bleachers. After staff members load the recycled materials into a 30-yard dumpster, they weigh the contents.

BGSU has collected more than 100,000 pounds of recycled materials at home football games since the program began.

BGSU will compete against other universities as part of the GameDay Football Zero Waste Touchdown Challenge. The nationwide competition aims to reduce and recycle the waste generated at home football games. Each team must submit attendance figures for game day and tailgating, along with recycling totals from one home football game. In 2024, BGSU took third place in the “Recycling per Capita” category. Tuesday’s game could be the one game BGSU submits for the 2026 competition.

Efforts to expand waste reduction beyond football are already underway. “BGreen” initiatives will be introduced at BGSU Hockey home games on Nov. 20-21. Volunteers will staff waste stations throughout Slater Ice Arena and provide additional recycling bins.

City of BG announces Veterans Day closures and delays, Wednesday, Nov. 11

In observance of Veterans Day, all non-24-hour city facilities, apart from the Bowling Green Community Center, will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The community center will have reduced hours that day from 7 a.m. – noon.

The refuse and recycling schedule will be:

  • Monday’s route will be collected on Monday, Nov. 9.
  • Tuesday’s route will be collected on Tuesday, Nov. 10.
  • Wednesday’s route will be collected on Thursday, Nov. 12.
  • Thursday’s route will be collected on Friday, Nov. 13.

Questions about this schedule may be directed to Public Works at 419-354-6227.

Download the Recycle Coach app to receive a custom calendar and reminder notifications for special collections. For more details, visit the Recycle Coach webpage at https://buff.ly/3YJMUsy.

Veterans Day memorial service to take place at courthouse, Wednesday, Nov. 11

A Veterans Day memorial service will be held at the Veterans’ Memorial Plaza of the Wood County Courthouse in Bowling Green on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m.

The service will include the reading of a Patriot’s Pen essay by BGMS student Allison DeVries, patriotic music performed by the BGMS 8th grade choir, the laying of wreaths by BGMS students, and remarks by Vietnam veteran and Wood County Veterans Service Commissioner Steve Benner. The 14th OVI Civil War re-enactors will provide a rifle salute, and Ryan Holley will present “Taps.”

‘United for the Holidays’ invites community to help feed local families

s high food prices stretch household budgets this holiday season, people can help put nutritious meals on local families’ tables. United Way of Greater Toledo invites the community to be part of the solution through its fifth annual United for the Holidays.

Volunteers’ time will strengthen a coordinated community effort with Islamic Food Bank, Grace Community Center, BCS Food Pantry, and Brown Bag Food Project. Together, these partners and volunteers help food reach neighbors across northwest Ohio.

Volunteer opportunities are available through Wood, Lucas, and Ottawa counties, with flexible shifts for individuals and groups. Shifts are available between Wednesday, Nov. 11, and Monday, Nov. 23. People can come on their own, invite a friend, or organize a workplace team. Every commitment strengthens the local organizations families count on.

United for the Holidays is made possible through the support of FedEx, Eastman & Smith, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, PBF Energy, SSOE, FM Bank, The Andersons, Materion, and more.

Holiday preparations are underway. Volunteers may choose their November shift today and invite someone to join them. Participants’ time can help a family gather around the table with a meal to share and one less worry.

To sign up, visit www.unitedwaytoledo.org/volunteer/ufh/.

For more information contact Jon Dorcely with United Way of Greater Toledo at jon.dorcely@unitedwaytoledo.org.

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.

Free BGSU Science Café event to feature forensic evidence research, Thursday, Nov. 12

The next Science Café event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 12, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Grounds for Thought. The event is free and open to the public, and snack and refreshments will be provided.

Dr. Jamie Spaulding’s presentation will explore forensic research on analyzing automotive vinyl wraps as trace evidence and on developing a novel rehydration technique to recover higher-quality latent fingerprints from aged evidence. Student panelists will include Caleb Edwards-Dugan and Ren Matheny.

To RSVP, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnraO9tZ_jeLbbSO3ozdQqgkLTVYyXfG36Jte-kxmz4hwDhQ/viewform.

Free program at library to discuss ‘Immigration in Film,’ Thursday, Nov. 12

The Wood County District Public Library is proud to host Dr. Kristie A. Foell, faculty fellow for BGSU’s Institute for the Study of Culture and Society. Foell will give a presentation titled “Immigration in Film: What Can the U.S. Learn from the German Experience?” on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 6:30 p.m.

Foell is an associate professor for the International Studies Program at BGSU. Her recent scholarship focus on German cinema is informed by years of research abroad and teaching in the World Languages and Cultures department.

From BGSU: “This project explores how migration and refugee experiences are represented in German and Austrian films, using these portrayals as a lens to better understand contemporary debates in the United States. Through public film screenings and discussions, community members will engage with themes of labor migration, displacement, and identity. By comparing the German and U.S. contexts, the project highlights shared dynamics as well as cultural and political differences shaping immigration discourse.”

The program will take place in the library’s second floor programming room.

The event is free and open to the public and no registration is required. For questions, contact Information Services at 419-352-5050 or email woodref@wcdpl.org.

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.

Scouts to host ‘Construction City,’ STEM learning opportunity for youth, Saturday, Nov. 14

Hundreds of local Scouts will get hands-on experience in STEM-related principles, including engineering, science, design planning, and construction at the 35th annual Construction City event, hosted by the Erie Shores Council of Scouting America.

Scouts in grades 4 and 5 are invited to participate in one of two divisions, city building or bridge building, both of which involve a “permitting” process before building can begin. Scouts may only use the provided materials of cardboard, tape, and tools to complete their builds.

City building will require Scouts to build structures on an eight-feet by eight-feet plot. Bridge building will require Scouts to build a bridge spanning twelve feet that can hold scale weights, while controlling the structure weight.

This event aims to be fun and challenging and will require safety, learning, teamwork, and planning. The event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 14, at Penta Career Center, 9301 Buck Road, Perrysburg.

Bridge building division schedule:

  • 7:30 a.m. – Arrival
  • 7:45 a.m. – Orientation, permitting, build bridges
  • 9 a.m. – Opening ceremony, then continue building
  • 11:30 – Lunch
  • Noon – Testing bridges
  • 1 p.m. – Controlled demolition and clean-upi
  • 3 p.m. – Prizes and closing ceremony

City building division schedule:

  • 8:30 a.m. – Arrival
  • 9 a.m. – Opening ceremony
  • 9:05 a.m. – Orientation, permitting, build structures
  • Noon – Lunch and judging
  • 1 p.m. – Controlled demolition and clean-up
  • 3 p.m. – Prizes and closing ceremony

Black Swamp Fine Arts School to bring ‘Tutus and Tales’ to Novel Blends, Saturday, Nov. 14

Black Swamp Fine Arts School is collaborating with Novel Blends to bring a new event to Bowling Green. It will take place at Novel Blends on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 1 p.m.

The event is called “Tutus and Tales,” and the resident artists of BSFAS will be reading a story, performing classical ballet pieces, and inviting the children watching to join in for creative movement.

The story that will be read is “The Ugly Duckling,” and the BSFAS resident artists will perform excerpts from “Swan Lake.”

Youth invited to free program about ‘cozy critters’ at Wintergarden Park, Tuesday, Nov. 17

The Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Department is excited to invite all curious critters to learn what their wild friends do in the winter. This program is intended for ages 5-9 and the required registration is free. Participants will meet at Wintergarden/St. John’s Nature Preserve, 615 S. Wintergarden Road, Bowling Green, on Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 5-6 p.m.

Beginning with a short hike, attendees will explore the kind of winter dens, nests, and burrows that are at the preserve. To warm up, everyone will head back to the Rotary Nature Center to make their own cozy homes. Adults are encouraged to dress participants appropriately for the weather outside.

To complete the required registration for this free event, visit this link.

For questions, contact Peighton Corso, special programmer, at pcorso@bgohio.gov.

North Baltimore Public Library to host painting class for adults, Wednesday, Nov. 18

The North Baltimore Public Library invites adults ages 18 and older to participate in a painting workshop on Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 6:30 p.m. Erika Miklovic of Happy Camper Art Studio will lead the class in the library’s Wolfe Community Room.

Participants will create a festive pumpkin painting on an 11″ x 14″ canvas. Whether someone is looking for a fun night out with friends or wants to tap into their creative side, this workshop is an opportunity to relax, have fun, and create something of their own.

The cost is $20 per person, which is payable in cash at the time of registration at the library’s main desk.

Registration will be accepted through the day of the class or until the workshop fills. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged to reserve a spot.

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.

Wood County Jail to host its first job fair for incarcerated people, Wednesday, Dec. 2

The Wood County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce a first-ever opportunity for its incarcerated individuals, out of the Inmate Growth Naturally and Intentionally Through Education – IGNITE – program. The Wood County Jail will be holding a job fair to connect incarcerated people to potential employers and provide them with meaningful career opportunities once released.

The Wood County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with Ohio Means Jobs to help bring in local employers, provide access to career resources, and facilitate positive reentry experiences to the workforce for incarcerated individuals. Those participating in the IGNITE program have been working on creating resumes and learning how to prepare for a job fair, interviews, and professional environments through weekly classes taught inside of the jail.

Participating employers will have the opportunity to present available job positions, career pathways, and discuss hiring requirements with inmates as well as connect them to a variety of resources they may have.

The job fair for incarcerated individuals will be on Wednesday, Dec. 2, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., located inside the jail.

For more information about this event, contact Jail Lieutenant Jamison Martinez at 419-354-7744.

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.

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