BOWLING GREEN—In conjunction with the America 250 Block Party at Courthouse Square scheduled for June 16, E. Court St., between N. Prospect and N. Summit will be closed beginning at Noon on June 16.

Parking will be available in the Courthouse Public Parking Lots. Attendees may also use available spaces in the city’s publicly available lots.

This community-wide event from 4-8 p.m. will include guided tours of the historic Wood County Courthouse (reservations required), live music from local veterans, food trucks along Court Street, kids’ games and activities, and treats served by Wood County elected officials. The evening will conclude with a patriotic concert by the Bowling Green Area Community Bands at 7 p.m. on the courthouse lawn.

The street will reopen, and parking will be reinstated following the event at ~9 p.m.
Residents are encouraged to save the date, join the celebration, and bring a chair for the concert.

A list of America 250 events presented by communities and organizations across Wood County is available at www.WoodCountyOhio.gov

Want to make new friends, learn new skills, and make a real impact on creating affordable homes in your community? Habitat for Humanity of Wood County Ohio invites you to its Volunteer Open House on Friday, June 26, 2026  from 1-3 pm at the Wood County Habitat for Humanity office, 326 Industrial Parkway, Suite 1, Bowling Green, OH 43402.

This casual, drop-in event is a great chance to meet the Habitat team, chat with current volunteers, and explore hands-on ways to get involved—whether on a build site or at the Habitat ReStore. No registration is required.

“Volunteers are the foundation of everything we do,” said Gina Skaggs, Volunteer Coordinator for Habitat for Humanity of Wood County Ohio. “Whether it’s building a home from the ground up, helping at the ReStore, or joining a committee, every person who gives their time helps strengthen families and neighborhoods right here in our community.”

Since 2000, Habitat for Humanity of Wood County Ohio has completed 58 homes for families across the county. The organization is building 2 homes in Bradner and completing a home rehab in North Baltimore, and will complete 8 home repairs in 2026. 

“Volunteering with Habitat isn’t just about houses—it’s about people coming together to build something lasting,” added Skaggs. “Every nail, every smile, every donated hour builds hope.”

To learn more or get involved, contact Volunteer Coordinator Gina Skaggs at (419) 481-8100 or visit wchabitat.org/volunteer.

The Wood County Museum will hosting its 4th annual concert series “Music at the Museum”, a free concert featuring Live Music on the east wing porch of the historic County Home building on four dates in 2026: June 11, July 9,  August 13, and September 10 – starting at 6:00 PM. Each concert will feature 2 bands.

The June “Music at the Museum”, will feature 2 bands:

6pm- Nick Foos
7:30pm- Nikki “D” & The Sisters of Thunder