During these tough times, we at BG Independent News want to help the best way we know how – by gathering and sharing information that can help people in our community.
Starting this week, we will begin listing local efforts to help neighbors, under the heading “Let’s Feed the Need.” We here at BG Independent News will keep a running list of those in the community who are looking out for our less fortunate neighbors. We will let readers know how they can help others – and how they can get help themselves.
Information on programs not already listed may be emailed to mclaughlinjan40@gmail.com.
Suicide/crisis lifeline
If someone is struggling with suicidal thoughts or other mental health crises, including alcohol or drug use concerns, they are encouraged to call or text 988 to be connected to a counselor. They can also “chat” with an counselor online here.
Meals
Heavenly Pizza to offer free slices of pizza
Heavenly Pizza of Bowling Green, 1414 E. Wooster St., has announced that all SNAP cardholders – and their families – are welcome to stop by for a free slice of pizza. The offer is for one slice per person, available for pickup only. The offer is also for everyone in the group, not only the cardholder. This deal will last until SNAP benefits resume.
Sunset Bistro to host ‘Free Soup Tuesdays’
Sunset Bistro, 1220 W. Wooster St., Bowling Green, is hosting “Free Soup Tuesdays” from 7 – 8 p.m. People may stop in during this time for a free cup of soup.
St. Mark’s hosts weekly community meals on Wednesdays
St. Mark’s, 315 S. College Dr., Bowling Green, hosts weekly community meals on Wednesdays. Doors open from 4:30 – 5 p.m., and the dinner is served from 5 – 6 p.m. There are trivia, devotion, and service presentations at 6 p.m. All are welcome.
First Christian Church of BG to host community meal and food distribution, Friday, Dec. 12
On the second Friday of each month, from 5 – 6 p.m., First Christian Church of Bowling Green (FCC), 875 Haskins Road, hosts its monthly drive-thru community meal and food distribution. This next meal is set to take place on Friday, Dec. 12.
To participate in this monthly event, arrive between 5 – 6 p.m. at the FCC parking lot and remain in the car. Volunteers will take each person’s order, hand deliver the meals, and direct each person to the groceries and toiletries. There will be no early entry for the shopping portion of this event.
Children’s Resource Center to host breakfast with Santa, Saturday, Dec. 13
Children’s Resource Center, 1045 Klotz Road, Bowling Green, will host breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10 a.m. – noon. This free event is an opportunity for families to enjoy different holiday activities including photos with Santa, ornament decorating, letters to Santa, and pastries and hot chocolate bar.
Islamic Center of Greater Toledo hosts free meals, 2nd and 4th Saturdays of month
The Islamic Center of Greater Toledo hosts free meals on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 12:45 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. The meals are held in the parking lot of the Perrysburg Heights Community Center, 12282 Jefferson St., Perrysburg. For more information, visit islamicfoodbank.org. This month, the meals will take place Saturday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 27.
First United Methodist Church to offer community lunch, 3rd Saturday of month
First United Methodist Church, 1526 E. Wooster St., Bowling Green, hosts a free community lunch on the third Saturday of each month from 11:30 – 1 p.m. The next meal is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13.
Hosanna Lutheran Church hosts monthly free meal, 4th Tuesday of month
Hosanna Lutheran Church, 23019 Kellogg Road, Grand Rapids, Ohio, hosts a free community meal on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 5 – 6 p.m. This month, the meal is set to take place on Tuesday, Dec. 23.
First Presbyterian Church of Grand Rapids hosts free meal, 4th Thursday of month
First Presbyterian Church, 1777010 Beaver St., Grand Rapids, Ohio, hosts a free meal on the fourth Thursday of each month from 5 – 6 p.m.
Zoar Lutheran Church hosts community meal, last Friday of month
Zoar Lutheran Church, 314 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg, hosts a community meal on the last Friday of each month from noon – 1 p.m. Reservations are helpful. This month, the meal is scheduled to take place on Friday, Dec. 26.
Wood County Committee on Aging offers meal options
Nutritious Hot Meal at Noon
- Eligibility is age 60 and over
- Bowling Green, Rossford, Perrysburg, North Baltimore, Northeast (Walbridge), Pemberville, Wayne, Grand Rapids
- Programs offered before or after meals
- Suggested donations is $2 per meal
- Guests under 60 are welcome, meal fee is $5
Home Delivered Meals
- Eligibility: ages 60+ and resident of Wood County
- Homebound – Client does not leave the home under normal circumstances, and then only with the assistance of another person.
- Frozen meals are available on request for weekends (no entree selection).
- Client must have oven or microwave to heat meals and freezer space to store them.
- Service area for hot lunch includes all of Wood County
- Suggested donation is $2 per meal
Pantries
For those outside of Wood County, call 211 to find a local pantry.
All Saints Catholic Parish Food Pantry – Northern Wood County
The phone number to reach All Saints Catholic Parish Food Pantry, 628 Lime City Road, Rossford, is 419-666-1396. Call ahead for guidelines and hours.
Angels in Arms – Veterans
Angels in Arms has a veterans’ food pantry that is open during regular business hours and for emergencies. It is located at 1234 N. Main St., Suite B3, Bowling Green.
Hours
- Monday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Tuesday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Wednesday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Thursday: 4 – 7 p.m.
- Friday: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Sunday: closed
BG Christian Food Pantry – Bowling Green
BG Christian Food Pantry is located at 260 Railroad Ave., Suite 5. Its phone number is 419-353-5174. The pantry is open Mondays from 1 – 2:45 p.m., and Wednesdays and Fridays 10 a.m. – 11:45 p.m. The pantry is also open the second Thursday of each month from 6 – 7 p.m. A referral from any social service agency, Salvation army, church, or mental health agency is required.
People may use the pantry once every 60 days. Breads and sweets are available every day the pantry is open, except for the second Thursday. Ready-to-expire and mark-down produce is also available on Mondays.
Bridge Fellowship – North Baltimore
Bridge Fellowship hosts the North Baltimore Community Food Pantry as a ministry in cooperation with the North Baltimore Area Cooperative Ministry. The pantry is located at 123 E Broadway St, North Baltimore. For more information, contact bridger12@icloud.com.
Brown Bag Food Project – Wood County
Any resident of Wood County who is going through a tough time can pick up food from Brown Bag Food Project, 530 Sand Ridge Road, Bowling Green, once per month. The drive-thru pantry is open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, from 5 – 6:30 p.m. and is closed on holidays.
To participate, drive to the end of the car line across the street on Sand Ridge Road, at the Montessori school, and wait. A volunteer will come to the car and ask for the following information: address, name, birthdate of everyone in the household and if there are any special dietary needs (e.g. peanut allergy).
One car at a time will drive to the front of the Brown Bag building. Volunteers will bring out the food.
In order to pick up food, people must be in line by 6:30 p.m.
To pick up food for someone who is not in the car, that person must call or email Brown Bag in advance to approve the pickup. There are no exceptions.
Brown Bag is an all-volunteer organization that appreciates everyone’s patience if the line is long.
If someone is unable to arrange for a ride or someone to pick up their food, Brown Bag has a partnership with United Way to provide delivery. To schedule a delivery, call 211 or 800-650-4357 and select option 5.
Christ United Methodist Church – Wood County
Christ United Methodist Church is located at 301 W. Main St., Portage. The food pantry is open the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, except holiday weekends, from 10 – 11 a.m. A 24/7 blessing box with non-perishable items is also available. The pantry can be contacted by calling 419-686-2621.
Eastwood Community Food Pantry
Eastwood Community Food Pantry is located at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 220 Cedar St., Pemberville. Food distribution occurs every Tuesday from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and the second and last Saturdays of the month, except holidays, from 8 -11 a.m. People may visit the pantry once per month.
The pantry also offers limited financial assistance for utilities, prescriptions, and glasses, up to $300 every six months, to Eastwood residents.
Falcon Food Pantry – BGSU
Falcon Food Pantry supports BGSU students, faculty, and staff with nutritious and accessible food. All members of the BGSU community are welcome to stop by once per week to “shop” for a free bag of food and hygiene items. Participants are asked to bring their BGSU ID card with them.
The pantry is located in Central Hall 109 on BGSU’s campus. Fall and spring semester hours are as follow: Mondays, noon – 3 p.m.; Wednesdays, 2:30 – 5:30 p.m.; and Thursdays, noon – 3 p.m.
Participants should note that the pantry is closed whenever classes are not in session (e.g. winter and spring breaks, Labor Day, Juneteenth, etc.).
First United Methodist – Wood County
First United Methodist Food Pantry is located at 1526 E. Wooster St., Bowling Green. The main food distribution is on the first Friday of each month from 10 – 11:30 a.m., however, office staff are willing to distribute food as needed for individuals who visit the church and express need. During the academic year, the church office is open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and can be reached by calling 419-353-0682 or emailing church.office@fumcbg.org.
Qualifications are based upon declared income or having just lost a job. Proof of income and current ID is required. Bags are limited to one per household per month.
Additional senior food boxes are available for those 60-years-of-age and over. A photo ID is required to register.
Foundation Stone Church – Northwood
Foundation Stone Church operates the Jack Wagner food pantry as part of its ministry. The church is located at 4532 Woodville Rd, Northwood. The food pantry is open by appointment only on Thursdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. To set up an appointment, call 419-693-5102.
God’s Storehouse – Lakota
Scott Trinity UMC supports God’s Storehouse located at 451 Caldwell St., Bradner. God’s Storehouse may be able to provide help in the form of food or a utility assist. For utility assists, God’s Storehouse will help once within a one-year period if individuals have a shutoff notice. The organization can help by sending a check of up to $150 to the utility company.
If the need is for food, God’s Storehouse is able to help multiple times a year. The organization also makes Easter and Christmas food baskets to help people. These baskets are larger quantities and are in addition to the above assistance. God’s Storehouse typically makes between 60 and 80 of these baskets at Easter and Christmas-time.
The 2025 Christmas basket distribution will take place on Sunday, Dec. 14, drive-up only. For more information, call 419-288-2114.
Good Samaritan Food Pantry – Eastwood
Good Samaritan Food Pantry is located at 212 Bridge St., Woodville. Anyone who lives in Woodville or Woodville Township is eligible for assistance. The November distribution will be a week early due to the Thanksgiving holiday. It will take place on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 6 – 7 p.m., and Friday, Nov. 21, from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
New clients are encouraged to call by Nov. 14 to ensure the pantry can have their orders ready.
For more information, contact Alice at 419-260-7838. If there is no answer, it is recommended to leave a message.
Islamic Food Bank at Perrysburg Heights Community Center
The Islamic Food Bank is located at the Perrysburg Heights Community Center, 12282 Jefferson St., Perrysburg. Food distribution occurs on Mondays from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. No registration is required. The pantry is open to all community members. For more information, call 419-277-3618.
Luckey Food Pantry – Eastwood
Luckey Food Pantry is located at 247 Oak St., Luckey. Residents of the Eastwood school district are eligible. Distributions take place the last Wednesdays of the month from 1 – 3 p.m. and the last Thursdays of the month from 6 – 8 p.m.
Mom’s Mobile Mission – Northern Wood County
Mom’s Mobile Mission is located at the Perrysburg Heights Community Center at 12282 Jefferson St., Perrysburg. Food distribution occurs on the third Thursday of each month from 6 -7 p.m., while supplies last. People must bring their ID and a utility bill for proof of residency. For more information, call 419-277-3618.
Otsego Food Pantry – Otsego
Otsego Food Pantry is located at First Presbyterian Church, 17700 Beaver St., Grand Rapids, OH. To be eligible, people must live in the Otsego school district and provide proof of residency. Distribution is by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 419-830-1051.
Perrysburg Christian United – North of 582
Perrysburg Christian United Food Pantry is located behind Grace United Methodist Church, 601 E. Boundary St. The pantry is in the back, southeast corner of the parking lot.
The PCU Food Pantry services those who live in Wood County that live north of State Route 582, including Rossford, Walbridge, Stony Ridge, and surrounding communities. Those receiving assistance must present two proofs of address, a photo ID and a recent utility bill, and must verify that their income falls within the guidelines of the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services.
Distribution occurs on Mondays from 1 – 2:30 p.m., Fridays from 9 -10:30 a.m., and the second Saturday of each month from 9 -10 a.m.
St. Aloysius Food Pantry – Wood County
St. Aloysius Food Pantry is located at 150 S. Enterprise St., Bowling Green. People may visit the pantry once per month. The distribution hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. – noon and 1 – 3 p.m.
St. John’s Lutheran Church – North Wood County
St. John’s Lutheran Church Food Pantry is located at 5520 Fremont Pike, Stony Ridge. Distribution occurs on the third Saturday of each month by appointment only. To make an appointment, call 419-837-5115.
St. Thomas Moore Food Pantry – Wood County
St. Thomas Moore Food Pantry is located at 425 Thurstin Ave., Bowling Green. Individuals will be asked to sign that they meet income requirements, though no proof is needed. People may visit the pantry once per month. Distribution occurs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. – noon and Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5 p.m. For more information, email STVDPBG@gmail.com.
Weston Church of Christ – Wood County
Weston Church of Christ Food Pantry is located at 13355 Center St., Weston. To receive food, people must provide a photo ID with their home address in Wood County. The pantry is open the first and third Saturdays of each month from 10 a.m. – noon.
Rent/mortgage assistance
Wood County Job and Family Services offers emergency assistance
Wood County Job and Family Services offers emergency assistance to those who qualify based on factors such as income, assets, and employment.
Emergency Assistance programs include:
- Prevention, Retention, and Contingency (PRC)
- Assistance for adults who have the legal and physical custody of minor children
- Must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty level for family size
Assistance through PRC includes:
- Rent/mortgage: eviction or foreclosure notice required; past month’s rent (never current or upcoming)
- First month’s rent and security deposit: must provide verification of homelessness
- Vehicle repair: only for those employed or attending work activities through WCDJFS; title, registration, insurance, and valid driver’s license required
- Utility program: electric, natural gas, propane, alternative heating source, and water/sewer; must use other available programs first, HEAP and EHEAP, bills must be in applicant(s) name and directly through the company
Great Lakes Community Action Partnership offers housing assistance
Great Lakes Community Action Partnership (GLCAP) provides assistance to help those who are unhoused or at risk of becoming unhoused, as well as those who need help with rental payments. Along with housing, GLCAP offers home visits, budgeting help, community support referrals, and other supportive services, as needed. Click here for veteran-specific support options.
GLCAP can assist residents of Wood County. To be eligible for housing assistance, participants must:
- Have proof of homelessness
- Be willing to come in for an eligibility appointment
- Be willing to follow program rules and regulations.
Other guidelines may apply. For details, contact GLCAP at 1-800-775-9767.
Salvation Army offers rent/mortgage assistance
For more information about rent or mortgage assistance, call Salvation Army at 419-352-5918.
Wood County Veterans Service Office offers temporary financial assistance
The Wood County Veterans Service Office program is temporary financial assistance and is not a supplemental source of income or reoccurring benefit. Each case will be determined individually.
- Financial assistance applicants shall be a resident of Wood County for a minimum of 90 days.
- Applicants must also have not quit or been terminated for cause from their most recent job.
- The financial assistance program may only be used once per year per veteran or surviving dependent.
- Veteran must have an honorable discharge as their most recent discharge from active service.
For sanctions and guidelines for the financial assistance program, visit here: Financial Assistance Policy. A complete list of the documents needed to process a financial assistance application can be found here: Financial Assistance Checklist.
Wood Area Ministries offers rent/mortgage assistance
Wood Area Ministries (WAM) offers rent/mortgage assistance to those who qualify.
For those applying for help:
- Complete all required sections of the application form found here.
- For help with a bill: Provide a copy of the current bill.
- For help with rent: Provide printed documents from landlord showing the current amount due.
- For other help: People must provide proof of Wood County address (within last two weeks).
Once an application is received, it will be reviewed by a WAM representative. As part of the review process, the information provided will be verified.
Within one week of completing an application, a WAM representative will contact applicants to let them know if WAM is able to assist or if additional information is needed.
Perrysburg Christians United offers emergency assistance to Perrysburg residents
Perrysburg Christians United provides financial assistance to neighbors in need in crisis situations. To request assistance, call 419-407-7857 during the first week of each month.
Assistance is limited to once every two years.
Shelter
People that are unhoused are encouraged to call 2-1-1 for assistance.
Great Lakes Community Action Partnership offers housing assistance to people that are unhoused
See more under “Rent/mortgage assistance.”
Salvation Army offers transitional housing for people that are unhoused
See more under “Rent/mortgage assistance.”
First Step provides shelter to survivors of domestic violence
First Step is a domestic violence shelter that serves Wood County. Since 1980, First Step has provided shelter for survivors of domestic violence and their children, 24-hour support line, advocacy, and outreach and support programs for men, women, and children.
To contact First Step’s 24-hour hotline, call 1-800-799-7233.
The Cocoon offers shelter to survivors of abuse
The Cocoon is a comprehensive domestic and sexual violence agency in Wood County that provides shelter and advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual harassment, sex trafficking, stalking, and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
To contact The Cocoon’s 24/7 survivor support line, call 419-373-1730 and select option #2.
American Red Cross of Western Lake Erie provides shelter to those unhoused by fire
Residents of Wood County that have lost their homes in fires are encouraged to call American Red Cross of Western Lake Erie for assistance at 419-329-2900.
Utility Assistance
Great Lakes Community Action Partnership offers utility assistance to those who qualify
The Winter Crisis Program is available to assist households in Wood County with heating needs from Nov. 1 – March 31. The program assists households that are at risk of a utility shut-off, have disconnected utilities, or need to shut transfer or establish new service. The program also helps households that have a 25% or less supply of bulk fuel such as kerosene or propane.
Eligible households must be at or below 175% of the federal poverty guidelines (e.g. $27,387.50 for a household of one, $56,252.50 for a household of four).
Applicants must provide a list of all household members, including social security numbers, birthdates, and proof of citizenship; proof of income for all household members for the previous 30 days or 12 months; and copies of recent utility bills.
Wood County Job and Family Services offers emergency utility assistance
See more under “Rent/mortgage assistance.”
Salvation Army offers utility assistance
See more under “Rent/mortgage assistance.”
Wood Area Ministries offers utility assistance
See more under “Rent/mortgage assistance.”
Perrysburg Christians United offers emergency assistance to Perrysburg residents
See more under “Rent/mortgage assistance.”
Gift assistance
Applications currently accepted for ‘Grandparents Raising Grandchildren’ holiday program
This project is intended to provide aid to grandparents who are 50 years of age and older living in Wood County, Ohio, 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 Monday, Dec. 1. Applications may be returned to any of the Wood County Senior Centers.
For questions or to receive an application, contact the WCCOA Programs 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/.
USPS accepting letters to Santa
Every season, thousands of people write letters to Santa. The United States Postal Service removes any personal details and posts them on its website. Then, other people adopt these letters and find the right gift to help fulfill holiday wishes. Letter adopters then shop and ship gifts through the USPS Santa’s Gift Shoppe or on their own with USPS.
To send a letter, write Santa’s mailing address on the envelope. The letter should be addressed as follows: Santa, 123 Elf Road, North Pole, 88888. People are to include their full name and return address, including apartment number, in the upper left corner of the envelope. Then, once a First-Class™ stamp is attached to the upper right corner of the envelope, it is ready to placed in a mailbox and sent. Letters must be postmarked on or before December 6 to be considered.
USPS offers the following tips when writing a letter:
- Write legibly
- Include full name and address in the letter
- List the gifts desired in order of preference
- Be specific about the gifts being asked for
- Don’t ask for gifts that may be too expensive
Templates for letters may be found here: https://www.uspsoperationsanta.com/getinvolved.
Miscellaneous
Wood County Area Ministries offers electrical, utility, prescription assistance
Wood County Area Ministries, 315 S. College Dr., Bowling Green, combines monies with other agencies to help people pay for electrical, utility, and medical prescriptions. The organization can also help people obtain birth certificates. Assistance is capped at $450 per family per year. There is an intake form that requires individuals to list their income, employment, and employee information. This must be completed first, before the case will is reviewed. For more information, visit www.woodcountyareaministries.org.
God’s Storehouse offers utility assistance to those who qualify
Scott Trinity UMC supports God’s Storehouse located at 451 Caldwell St., Bradner. God’s Storehouse may be able to provide help in the form of food or a utility assist. For utility assists, God’s Storehouse will help once within a one-year period if individuals have a shutoff notice. The organization can help by sending a check of up to $150 to the utility company. For more information, call 419-288-2114.
Deacon’s shop offers free clothing
First Presbyterian Church is home to the deacon’s shop, where people in need can receive free clothing. It is located at 126 S. Church St., Bowling Green. The shop is open on Thursdays from 9:30 – 11 a.m.
BG Pregnancy Center offers support for infants
BG Pregnancy Center offers free formula, pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, baby clothes, diapers, and sometimes furniture. It is located at 531 Ridge Street. The center is open Mondays from 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. and Tuesdays through Fridays from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 419-354-4673.
Wood County Committee on Aging offers medical transportation
- Eligibility: ages 60+ and living in Wood County
- First-come, first-served
- Up to three times per month
- Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Call for service area covered – 419-353-5661 or 1-800-367-4935
- Special scheduling for wheelchair van
- Donations are accepted
Wood County Committee on Aging offers durable medical equipment (DME) loan closet
- Examples of DME items available: wheelchairs, bedside commodes, shower chairs, canes, walkers, crutches, etc.
- Availability varies
- Loan, as items are available
- Loan time is up to six months
- Wheelchairs and knee walkers are limited to six weeks
- Monetary donations are accepted
Inspired Mindz hosts free pet food pantry
Inspired Mindz, 1234 N. Main St., Suite D, Bowling Green, wants to assist in the care of the often overlooked – pets. If someone has a pet and are facing financial and food insecurity, they are invited to visit Inspired Mindz during store hours.
Inspired Mindz is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from noon – 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.. The store is closed on Wednesdays.
Drives
Inspired Mindz collects donations for pet food pantry
Inspired Mindz, 1234 N. Main St., Suite D, Bowling Green is looking for donations for its pet food pantry. Specifically, the organization is asking for donations of unopened, shelf-stable dog food and cat food, moist or dry, and cat litter. To make arrangements, reach out to Scott or Lisa or drop off during store hours.
Inspired Mindz is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from noon – 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.. The store is closed on Wednesdays.
Donations currently accepted for ‘Grandparents Raising Grandchildren’ holiday program
This project is intended to provide aid to grandparents who are 50 years of age and older living in Wood County, Ohio, who have custody and are raising their grandchildren.
Holiday outreach project funds raised through the Senior Centers in Wood County will be used by the Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc. (WCCOA) to purchase gifts for the 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 at 419-353-5661, 1-800-367-4935, or www.wccoa.net for more information.
Perrysburg Public Safety collects Toys for Tots and Letters for Santa through Dec. 10
Perrysburg Public Safety is collecting Toys for Tots and Letters for Santa, from now through Dec. 10.
As part of the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots donation drive, residents can drop off new, unwrapped toys in the Toys for Tots boxes located inside the police division at 330 Walnut Street, or the fire division headquarters at 26100 Fort Meigs Road.
The Perrysburg Police Division is also inviting children to participate in its Letters to Santa program. New to this year’s holiday season, a special mailbox has been placed in the lobby of the Perrysburg Police Department for children to drop off their letters to Santa Claus. Those who include a return address will receive a written reply from Santa.
Monetary donations can also be made online at https://perrysburg-oh.toysfortots.org.
“Come to Stable” event to double as food drive, Dec. 11 – 14
Bowling Green Alliance Church invites the community to its annual event, “Come to the Stable,” taking place Dec. 11 – 14, 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.
Since its inception in 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.
Event hours:
- Thursday, Dec. 11: 5 – 8 p.m.
- Friday, Dec. 12: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Saturday, Dec. 13: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Sunday, Dec. 14: 12 – 5 p.m.
- Sunday worship: 10 a.m.
Christmas concert to offer free admission with donation of canned good, Tuesday, Dec. 16
“An Evening of Christmas” community concert will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 16, at the Star-Style Theater in the Woodland Mall, 1234 N. Main St., Bowling Green. There will be mix and mingle music at 6 p.m., with the show starting at 7 p.m. Admission is free with the donation of a canned good. Refreshments will be available for purchase.
The event will include performances by James “Hambone” Ham, Mike Williams on Sax, It’s Somewhat Humanoid, The Three-Body Problem, and Chloe & The Steel Strings.
