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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bowling Green public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Multifaith Breakfast set for March 2027
The annual Multifaith Breakfast returns March 10, 2027, at the Veterans Memorial Building at City Park. Planning meetings will follow regular commission meetings, and volunteers are being recruited.
Rally BG on Main, August 29
The city and BGSU are teaming up again for Rally BG on Main on Saturday, August 29, from 2 to 8 p.m. Main Street closes to cars, the zip line returns, and the BGSU band is reportedly 100 students bigger this year.
America 250 community mural
The city kicks off its local America 250 celebrations Thursday, January 8, at the Wood County library, with a year of events planned with local partners.
Bicycle safety recognition and rides
The city honored Steve Langendorfer by renaming the Bicycle Spokesperson of the Year award after him; Adrien Lowien-Kirian won the 2026 award. Bike safety training rides are planned the week of July 13 for council and staff.
National Preservation Month 2026
May is packed: 50 homes signed up for History Lives Here signs, a downtown scavenger hunt for all ages with downtown dollars as prizes, and four bike tours — including a new evening tour with a walking segment.
North Maple Historic District entrance signs
New historic district signs for North Maple Street have arrived and will be installed soon, one at each end of the district. A maintenance-tips mailing also went out to district property owners.
ClaZel Theater 100th anniversary
The commission wants to help celebrate the ClaZel Theater's 100th anniversary this year with historic-themed events like vaudeville music or old movies. Chair Sampen will arrange a meeting with theater manager Broc Curry.