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SUMMARY:The Great Depression Lecture Series - "A Ray of Hope: Sports and American Culture in the 1930s"
DESCRIPTION:The Great Depression Lecture Series – “A Ray of Hope: Sports and American Culture in the 1930s”\nSeptember 2 | 6:00PM\nWood County Museum Meeting Room\nFREE \n  \nThis is the ninth installment in the Great Depression Lecture Series\, an America 250 program. This is a Wood County Park District lead event\, in partnership with the Wood County Museum.
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/the-great-depression-lecture-series-sept/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250 Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T180000
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SUMMARY:America250 Lecture Series – The War In Europe Through The Eyes Of A Young Infantryman
DESCRIPTION:The War In Europe Through The Eyes Of A Young Infantryman \nFollow the remarkable journey of a World War II infantryman from Normandy to Czechoslovakia in this 50-minute program featuring firsthand experiences\, including the Battle of the Bulge\, the recovery of hidden art treasures\, and the liberation of a concentration camp. \nWhen: September 8\, 2026 at 6:00PM \nCost: FREE for members; $7 for non-members (tickets include a self-guided tour of the museum in addition to the program) \n***Each person attending must be a member to get the member rate. Members may not make reservations for non-members on their behalf*** \n  \nAbout the Speaker: \nRonald Ammons \n 
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/america250-lecture-series-the-war-in-europe-through-the-eyes-of-a-young-infantryman/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250 Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T180000
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SUMMARY:Music at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:FREE LIVE MUSIC CONCERT AT WOOD COUNTY MUSEUM \n 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. \nThe September “Music at the Museum”\, will feature 2 bands: TBA \nConcert-goers are asked to bring chairs or blankets for lawn seating. \nBeer garden & yard games will also be onsite. No outside alcohol will be allowed. \nFood Truck lineup: TBA
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/music-at-the-museum-4/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T150000
DTSTAMP:20260129T203303Z
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SUMMARY:Taste Test the Past: Hot Water Canning
DESCRIPTION:Join the Wood County Museum for our American 250 themed cooking series: Taste Test the Past! \nWant to try canning\, but don’t know where to begin? Learn how to safely preserve food from your garden\, how to find recipes\, and how to do proper canning research. Everyone will go home with tomato sauce! \n  \nWhen: September 14\, 2026 at 2:00PM \nCost: FREE for members; $10 for non-members (tickets include a self-guided tour of the museum in addition to the program) \n***Each person attending must be a member to get the member rate. Members may not make reservations for non-members on their behalf***
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/taste-test-the-past-hot-water-canning/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250 Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T210000
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SUMMARY:Peaches Birthday Paw-ty!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Wood County Museum & For The Love of Cats on September 24 from 6-9pm to celebrate the birthday kitty\, Peaches! Enjoy cake\, movie snacks\, & light refreshments.\n.\nWe’ll be hosting a kitty supply drive\, collecting cat food\, litter\, and various supplies and will have information about both of our organizations and how we help the community cats.\n.\nNEW this year! At 7:30pm we will a special movie showing of “The Aristocats”. Join us for a fun cat-themed evening!\n.\nPeaches birthday party is a FREE community event. We are asking for RSVP’s so we can get an accurate number for ordering cake.\n.\nRSVP: 419-352-0967 or visitus@woodcountyhistory.org\n.\nBackstory on Peaches: Peaches is a barn cat that adopted the Wood County Museum as his home. He has been with us for about 4 years now. The staff and community members help care for him\, and he loves the attention he gets. Peaches is a TNR cat\, and was part of our TNR program. Peaches is also a feature on the museum’s Facebook page every Saturday for #caturday!
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/peaches-birthday-paw-ty-3/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T190000
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SUMMARY:Portage Cemetery Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:***TOUR IS FULL – ASK TO BE PUT ON THE WAITLIST***\n\nPortage Cemetery Walking Tour\nJoin the Wood County Museum staff for a walking tour of Portage Cemetery and discover the history and captivating stories of the people who call this historic cemetery their final resting place. Explore local history through the lives and stories of those buried in Portage Cemetery. \nDate: October 1\, 2026\nTime: 6:00 PM\nLocation: Portage Cemetery\, 12300 County Home Rd.\, Portage\, OH 43451\nRain Date: October 6\, 2026 \nCost: FREE for Wood County Museum members; $10 for non-members. \n****Each person attending must be a member to get the member rate. Members may not make reservations for non-members on their behalf*** \nSpace is limited\, so advance registration is recommended. The tour is weather dependent. \nFor participants with limited mobility\, 7 golf cart seats are available by reservation. Please call 419-352-0967 to reserve a seat. The golf cart cannot accommodate wheelchairs\, and participants must be able to get on and off the golf cart with limited assistance. \nThis program is brought to you by Edwin & Irma Wolf\, Portage Center Arbor #524\, North Baltimore Arbor #461\, and the Wood County Genealogical Society.
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/portage-cemetery-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Portage Cemetery\, 12300 County Home Rd\, Portage\, 43451\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T160000
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SUMMARY:Free First Fridays & Make and Take Craft Day
DESCRIPTION:Come out to the Wood County Museum for free Museum admission every first Friday! \nFree make & take craft on Free First Friday Days! \nOctober Make & Take Craft: \nFree First Fridays is presented by : Visit BG\, Ohio \, Perrysburg Chamber of Commerce\, & Rossford Convention & Visitors Bureau. \n  \n  \nExhibits currently on display are: \n“We’ll Meet Again: Remembering World War II” \n“For Service & Support: Creating an Accessible Community” \n“Wood County: A Timeless Classic” \n“For Comfort & Convenience: Public Charity in Ohio By Way of the Poor Farm” \n“The Mary & Carl Back Story” \n“Chasing the White Rabbit: An Historical Look at American Mental Health” (inside Asylum) \n“A Clean Bill of Health: Societal Response to Communicable Disease” (inside Pest House) \n(Regular admission $7\, always FREE for members). \nFree First Fridays is presented by:
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/free-first-fridays-make-and-take-craft-day-31/
LOCATION:OH
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SUMMARY:Mean Girls Movie Night - Ohio Goes To The Movies
DESCRIPTION:Movie Night: Mean Girls\nGet in\, losers… we’re going to the movies! 💗 \nJoin the Wood County Museum for a totally fetch Movie Night featuring Mean Girls on Saturday\, October 3. Gather your friends\, break out your best pink attire\, and get ready for a night of early 2000s nostalgia at the museum! \n🎟️ This is a FREE event! \nDoors open at 5:00 PM\, with the movie starting at 6:00 PM. \nThe evening will feature: \n\n🎬 A showing of Mean Girls\n🍿 Movie snacks\n💕 Plastics Punch mocktails\n📸 Fetch photo ops\n🎟️ A 2000s nostalgia prize raffle\n👗 A costume party: come dressed as your favorite Mean Girls character or embrace your best 2000s look!\n\nWhether you’re Team Cady\, Team Regina\, or just here for the nostalgia\, it’s going to be so fetch! \nWhen: Saturday\, October 3\nDoors Open: 5:00 PM\nMovie Starts: 6:00 PM\nWhere: Wood County Museum\nCost: FREE \nFor more information\, visit woodcountyhistory.org.
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/ogttmmeangirls/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250 Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T140000
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SUMMARY:Tea & Talk Series: It Ain't Me: Vietnam War Protest Music
DESCRIPTION:***THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT – CALL TO BE PUT ON THE WAITLIST*** \n  \n“It Ain’t Me: Vietnam War Protest Music” \nPopular culture has always been affected by war. Artists often use their respective mediums as a form of expressing their support\, or distaste\, of U.S. involvement in world conflicts. This was never more apparent than in music during the Vietnam Era. This talk will look at music during this time and what it meant to Americans at home and abroad \n  \nAbout the Speaker: \nAlyssa Garland is the current Museum & Events Assistant at the Wood County Museum. She received her B.A. in History from BGSU in 2016 and her M.A. in History\, with a focus in Public History\, from BGSU in 2018. Alyssa has worked at many different historical institutions in Wood County: BGSU Department of History as a Research Assistant\, BGSU Center for Archival Collections as a Student Assistant\, and Carter Historic Farm as Historic Farm Interpretive Assistant. Her areas of study include Women’s History\, The Great Depression\, Mid-Century American History\, and the Cold War. \n  \nEach monthly tea & talk starts with a catered luncheon\, warm tea\, and a unique presentation over a topic of interest. Reservations are required and are due the Friday before each tea. All Ticket Sales are Final. Tickets are final sale & non-refundable. Handicap accessible facilities. Groups Welcome. \nPrice: $30/Museum Members\, $35/Non-Members\, $35/Gluten Free/Vegan Meal \n 
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/tea-talk-series-it-aint-me-vietnam-war-protest-music/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T163630Z
CREATED:20260928T163630Z
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SUMMARY:German-American Day
DESCRIPTION:GERMAN-AMERICAN DAY \n7 PM • RSVP Required \nJoin us on October 14th for this year’s German-American Day Education Program!\n\n\nA brief program about the “German Settlement” in Washington Township. The “Story Slam” format will follow and allow guests 5 Minutes to share their own stories about any topic related to their German American heritage\, genealogy\, or German experiences.\n\n\n\nDiscussions led by Michael McMaster\, Wood County Museum Education Coordinator.\n\n\n\nEnjoy German food and fellowship after the event.\n\n\n\nPlease make your reservations by using our website or calling the museum at 419-352-0967.
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/german-american-day-6/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250 Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
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SUMMARY:The Great Depression Lecture Series & America250 Lecture Series- "Food & Culinary Culture in the Great Depression"
DESCRIPTION:The Great Depression Lecture Series – “A Chicken for Every Pot: Food & Culinary Culture in the Great Depression”\nOctober 20 | 6:00PM\nWood County Museum Meeting Room\nFREE \nFood was important to the Americans living through the Great Depression. For many\, it was more expensive and more elusive than once was. For most\, however\, the economic conditions thrusted upon them radically altered traditional ingredients and recipes. In this tenth installment of the Great Depression Lecture Series\, we will explore the changing nature of the American culinary landscape throughout the 1930s. In doing so\, we will see many differences but also many striking similarities to our modern diets.\nThis is the tenth installment in the Great Depression Lecture Series\, an America 250 program. This is a Wood County Park District lead event\, in partnership with the Wood County Museum.
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/the-great-depression-lecture-series-america250-lecture-series-food-culinary-culture-in-the-great-depression/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250 Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T190000
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SUMMARY:The Great Depression Lecture Series - "Hit & Miss: The Successes and Failures of the New Deal"
DESCRIPTION:The Great Depression Lecture Series – “Hit & Miss: The Successes and Failures of the New Deal”\nNovember 4 | 6:00PM\nWood County Museum Meeting Room\nFREE \nHistorians have long debated the successes and failures of FDR’s New Deal. While both proponents and detractors provide ample supporting evidence\, both concede the immensity of the undertaking and fundamental change to federal power. In the eleventh installment of the Great Depression Lecture Series\, we will explore where the New Deal succeeded and where it failed. In doing so\, we will come to a more nuanced understanding of one of the most consequential periods in modern American history\nThis is the eleventh installment in the Great Depression Lecture Series\, an America 250 program. This is a Wood County Park District lead event\, in partnership with the Wood County Museum.
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/the-great-depression-lecture-series-hit-and-miss/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250 Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T123000
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SUMMARY:Turkey Drop Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:FOAM TURKEY DROP FUNDRAISER \nNovember 5\, 2026 at 12:30 PM • Wood County Museum Parking Lot \nDON’T MISS THIS FUN OPPORTUNITY TO SUPPORT THE WOOD COUNTY MUSEUM!\n***Come watch the drop and grab some Lunch – Turkey Dogs will be available for a donation***\n\nHere’s how it works: Purchase a foam turkey for $50 each.\nONLY 300 TURKEYS WILL BE SOLD!\n***upon purchase of your foam turkey online\, you will be emailed your number***\n\nFoam Turkeys can be purchased online\, at the museum or on location day of the event before the drop (while supplies last).\n\nToledo Aerial Media (TAM) will use a drone to drop numbered foam turkeys onto the parking lot.\nThe three foam turkeys closest to the target will win prizes!\n\n\nPRIZES\n(2 TARGETS\, 2 OF EACH CASH PRIZE)\n1st Closest to Target: $1\,000\n2nd Closest to Target: $750\n3rd Closest to Target: $500\nVarious other prizes as well!\n\nDrop will take place approximately around 12:30 PM\nYou do not have to be present to win.\n*Once you purchase your ticket\, we will email you letting you know your number(s).\n\nDrop is limited to 300 Foam Turkeys. Foam Turkeys will be sold up until 12:00pm on 11/5/26 or until sold out.\n  \nIn the case of inclement weather\, the turkey drop will be rescheduled.\nRain Date: November 13\, 2026\n  \nTurkey Drone Drop performed by: Toledo Aerial Media\nProceeds go to the Wood County Historical Society to help support educational programs\, future exhibits\, and collections management.
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/turkey-drop-fundraiser26/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T160000
DTSTAMP:20251208T213130Z
CREATED:20251208T213130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T213130Z
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SUMMARY:Tea & Talk Series: The Revolutionary War on the Maumee River Valley
DESCRIPTION:“The Revolutionary War on the Maumee River Valley” \nAlthough the Ohio Frontier was far removed from the better-known American Revolutionary War history that we have been taught\, the Maumee River played an important\, and little known\, roll during the conflict\,1776-1783. Hear Wood County Educator\, Michael McMaster\, share his wealth of knowledge about the Maumee River Valley and Ohio Frontier and its important part during the war. \n  \nAbout the Speaker: \nMichael McMaster has been the Education Programs Coordinator at the Wood County Museum for 22 years.  In that time\, Michael has presented over 1\,500 historical programs to over 57\,000 persons of all ages in the Wood County area.  Prior to becoming the Education Coordinator\, Michael has been a twice published author\, newspaper editor\, school teacher\, and Army Infantry veteran.  Michael lives in rural Henry County and is married with 4 children. Mike’s wife says this program is “OK”. \n  \nEach monthly tea & talk starts with a catered luncheon\, warm tea\, and a unique presentation over a topic of interest. Reservations are required and are due the Friday before each tea. All Ticket Sales are Final. Tickets are final sale & non-refundable. Handicap accessible facilities. Groups Welcome. \nPrice: $30/Museum Members\, $35/Non-Members\, $35/Gluten Free/Vegan Meal \n 
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/tea-talk-series-the-revolutionary-war-on-the-maumee-river-valley/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T193000
DTSTAMP:20260219T215426Z
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SUMMARY:America250 Lecture Series – A 250-Year Journey Through American Advertising
DESCRIPTION:Remember This? A 250-Year Journey Through American Advertising \nStep back in time and relive the commercials\, jingles\, and slogans that shaped generations—discover how 250 years of American advertising left a lasting mark on our culture and our memories. We’ll trace the evolution of advertising from early print ads and catchy radio jingles to iconic TV commercials and today’s digital and social media campaigns. Along the way\, we will tap into shared childhood memories—those unforgettable slogans\, mascots\, and commercials that still stick with us years later. By blending history\, culture\, and nostalgia\, this presentation is sure to offer a fun and insightful look at how advertising has connected with consumers across generations and why those messages still matter today. \n  \nWhen: November 17\, 2026 at 6:00PM \nCost: FREE for members; $7 for non-members (tickets include a self-guided tour of the museum in addition to the program) \n***Each person attending must be a member to get the member rate. Members may not make reservations for non-members on their behalf*** \n  \nAbout the Speaker: \n\nBrienne Sprunger\nAssistant Professor of Marketing and MBA Director\, Bluffton University\nBrienne is a dedicated educator and lifelong learner who brings creativity and innovation to both her teaching and professional practice. She is committed to providing hands-on marketing experiences for her students through meaningful community partnerships. Outside the classroom\, Brienne enjoys reading\, supporting her sons’ school activities\, traveling with her husband\, and staying actively involved in community events.
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/america250-lecture-series-a-250-year-journey-through-american-advertising/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250 Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260129T210005Z
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SUMMARY:Free First Fridays & Make and Take Craft Day
DESCRIPTION:Come out to the Wood County Museum for free Museum admission every first Friday! \nFree make & take craft on Free First Friday Days! \nDecember Make & Take Craft: Gingerbread Cookie Decorating \nFree First Fridays is presented by : Visit BG\, Ohio \, Perrysburg Chamber of Commerce\, & Rossford Convention & Visitors Bureau. \n  \n  \nExhibits currently on display are: \n“We’ll Meet Again: Remembering World War II” \n“For Service & Support: Creating an Accessible Community” \n“Wood County: A Timeless Classic” \n“For Comfort & Convenience: Public Charity in Ohio By Way of the Poor Farm” \n“The Mary & Carl Back Story” \n“Chasing the White Rabbit: An Historical Look at American Mental Health” (inside Asylum) \n“A Clean Bill of Health: Societal Response to Communicable Disease” (inside Pest House) \n(Regular admission $7\, always FREE for members). \nFree First Fridays is presented by:
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/free-first-fridays-make-and-take-craft-day-27/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T130000
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UID:8804-1796382000-1796389200@woodcountyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Meet-&-Greet and Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the December Free First Friday on December 4th. We will be doing free gingerbread cookie decorating. There will also be a meet and greet with Santa & Mrs. Claus from 11am-1pm.\n\nPhoto ops are available from 11 am to 1 pm in the meeting room at the museum. The Wood County Museum will take 1 printed out photo for free. Visitors are welcome to take their own photos with cell phones\, professional photography will not be allowed.\n\nFree First Fridays is presented by Visit BG\, Ohio \, Visit Perrysburg\, & Rossford Convention & Visitors Bureau.\n\n*Gingerbread cookies will be available while supplies last.
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/meet-greet-and-photos-with-santa-and-mrs-claus-2/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260129T204955Z
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UID:8791-1796652000-1796655600@woodcountyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Taste Test the Past: Holiday Baking
DESCRIPTION:Join the Wood County Museum for our American 250 themed cooking series: Taste Test the Past! \nFrom gingerbread to Christmas cookies\, learn about holidays past through delicious baked goods. Samples and recipes provided! \n  \nWhen: December 7\, 2026 at 2:00PM \nCost: FREE for members; $10 for non-members (tickets include a self-guided tour of the museum in addition to the program) \n***Each person attending must be a member to get the member rate. Members may not make reservations for non-members on their behalf***
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/taste-test-the-past-holiday-baking/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250 Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T160000
DTSTAMP:20261015T163304Z
CREATED:20251208T213250Z
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UID:8515-1796911200-1796918400@woodcountyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Tea & Talk Series: Frozen Frontlines & Candy Lifelines: Remembering the Korean War
DESCRIPTION:****LIMITED TICKETS REMAIN – CALL TO PURCHASE – 419-352-0967**** \n  \n“Frozen Frontlines & Candy Lifelines: Remembering the Korean War” \nJoin Adriane Weisert as she explores the Korean War\, the Chosin Reservoir and how the TV show M*A*S*H and the Tootsie Roll influenced not only troops but the people of the USA and their feelings about the war. \n  \nAbout the Speaker: \nAdriane Weisert has been part of the living history and education hobby for over 20 years. Over the years\, she has been involved in several history programs\, including portraying a one-room schoolteacher at the Henry County Fair\, speaking on the Civil War\, the 1920s\, and the 1930s\, and exhibiting cabin life at the Wood County Museum. These days\, among other things\, she is the owner of Traveling Teapots\, putting her knowledge and love of a good theme party to use. \n  \n  \nEach monthly tea & talk starts with a catered luncheon\, warm tea\, and a unique presentation over a topic of interest. Reservations are required and are due the Friday before each tea. All Ticket Sales are Final. Tickets are final sale & non-refundable. Handicap accessible facilities. Groups Welcome. \nPrice: $30/Museum Members\, $35/Non-Members\, $35/Gluten Free/Vegan Meal \n 
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/tea-talk-series-the-korean-war/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T193000
DTSTAMP:20261022T191024Z
CREATED:20261022T191024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T191024Z
UID:9902-1797357600-1797363000@woodcountyhistory.org
SUMMARY:America250 Lecture Series – Larry Newman\, Wood County’s own WWII Correspondent
DESCRIPTION:Larry Newman\, Wood County’s own WWII Correspondent \nFollow the remarkable career of Wood County journalist\, Larry Newman\, who helped bring the realities of WWII to readers back home. As a war correspondent for International News Service (INS)\, he reported from the front lines of the European theater. Credited with coining the name for the Battle of the Bulge\, he also became one of the first reporters to enter and describe the horrific conditions inside a Nazi concentration camp as Allied forces advanced into Germany. \n  \nWhen: December 15\, 2026 at 6:00PM \nCost: FREE for members; $7 for non-members (tickets include a self-guided tour of the museum in addition to the program) \n***Each person attending must be a member to get the member rate. Members may not make reservations for non-members on their behalf*** \n  \nAbout the Speaker: \n\nHal Brown\n\n\n 
URL:https://woodcountyhistory.org/event/america250-lecture-series-larry-newman/
LOCATION:Wood County Museum\, 13660 County Home Rd.\, Bowling Green\, OH\, 43402\, United States
CATEGORIES:America250 Event
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