WOOD COUNTY BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES CELEBRATES DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH WITH FULL SLATE OF INCLUSIVE EVENTS IN MARCH 2026

Charese Botjer • February 2, 2026
WOOD COUNTY BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES CELEBRATES DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH WITH FULL SLATE OF INCLUSIVE EVENTS IN MARCH 2026

March is recognized nationally as Developmental Disabilities (DD) Awareness Month, and the Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities (WCBDD) is proud to announce a robust lineup of educational, recreational, and community-centered events planned throughout March 2026 and beyond.

 

While DD Awareness Month shines a spotlight on inclusion, advocacy, and empowerment, WCBDD’s commitment to celebrating ALL abilities extends far beyond a single month. Throughout March, individuals of ALL ages and abilities are invited to participate in meaningful opportunities that promote connection, learning, and community engagement.

 

Planned events include advocacy initiatives, inclusive recreation and sports, educational workshops, creative arts experiences, and community celebrations - each designed to foster awareness while creating inclusive, welcoming experiences for the entire community.

 

Most events require advance registration. Registration details and event-specific information can be found on WCBDD’s Facebook page: Wood Lane – Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

 

Community members are also encouraged to stay connected by subscribing to WCBDD’s Weekly Wrap-Up Newsletter, which is delivered every Wednesday and includes the latest event updates, reminders, and highlights. To subscribe, visit www.woodcountydd.org and scroll to the bottom of the homepage.

 

2026 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Events

  • March 4
    Advocacy Day at the Statehouse
  • March 5
    Celebrity Basketball Game
    BG Community Center
    5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
  • March 10
    KOC Hoop Shoot Challenge
    BG Community Center
    6:15 PM – 7:30 PM
  • March 17
    I AM Workshop: Transitions
    WCBDD Building B
    5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • March 22
    Bonding Through Books
    WCBDD Building B
    10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
  • March 27
    Community Art Show
    BG Community Center
    5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
  • March 28
    Special Olympics Polar Plunge
    WCBDD Campus
    11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • April 10
    Community Honors Awards Ceremony
    Nazareth Hall
    6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • April 21
    Assistive Technology Fair & The Big Read Author Visit
    Owens Community College – Healthcare Education Center
    9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

 

“While March is a dedicated time for awareness, inclusion and empowerment are part of our mission every day,” said Charese Botjer, Communications and Community Engagement Manager at WCBDD. “We encourage our community to join us throughout the month to learn, connect, and celebrate ALL abilities, every day of the year.”

 


Media Contact:

Charese Botjer
Communications & Community Engagement Manager
Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities
419-419-7923
cbotjer@woodcountydd.org

 

A full list of events and dates is included on the attached flyer.

For more information, visit www.woodcountydd.org or follow Wood Lane – Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities on Facebook.

 

By Charese Botjer April 23, 2026
Sealed bids will be received by the Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities (“Owner”), at the office of 1921 E. Gypsy Lane Road – Building B , Bowling Green, OH 43402 on the 12 th of May at 10:00am local time for the: Wood Lane School Play Space and will be publicly opened and read immediately thereafter. Each bid must contain the full names of the party or parties making the same, with an affidavit as to interested parties, and in the case of a corporation not chartered in Ohio, with a proper certificate that such corporation is authorized to do business in Ohio, and shall be accompanied by a Bid Guaranty Bond for the full amount (100%) of the Bid, in favor of the “Owner” or a certified check, cashier’s check, or letter of credit pursuant to Chapter 1305 of the Ohio Revised Code, in the amount of 10% of the Bid, payable to the “Owner”. It is agreed that the bid guaranty shall be for the benefit of the “Owner” pursuant to Section 153.54 of the Ohio Revised Code if the undersigned fails to execute the Contract in conformity with the Form of Contract incorporated in the contract documents and furnish Bond and insurance certificates within ten (10) days after the notification of the award of the Contract to the undersigned. Copies of the Contract Documents are on file and may be obtained directly from Becker Impressions , at cost, none of which will be refunded. Please note that in order to be considered as a “responsive bidder” for this project, you must purchase a set of plans and bid documents, and follow all instructions provided. Bids from contractors who are not on the Plan Holders List will be disqualified. A pre‐bid meeting will be held at 10:00am on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at the Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities –  Building B , 1921 E. Gypsy Lane Road, Bowling Green, OH 43402. Successful Bidders shall conform to the Ohio “Schedule of Prevailing Wages”. The bidder may access the Ohio Department of Commerce, Wage & Hour Bureau at its website for the current edition of wage rates. This Advertisement for Bids document is for use on public projects in conjunction with AIA Document A701, "Instructions to Bidders." Coordinate content with the Instructions to Bidders. Much of this Document consists of Project-specific data. Examples given in the model document text below illustrate possible document content. Use the model text to develop text for specific Project requirements. Revise "Notice to Bidders" Paragraph below to comply with Owner requirements for notification and conduct of public bidding. Retain "Regulatory Requirements" Subparagraph below and insert applicable references if bidding procedures are subject to special regulations, such as the Federal Acquisition Regulations. Retain "Printed Procurement and Contracting Documents" or "Online Procurement and Contracting Documents" Paragraph below and revise to suit Project. Retain one of two "Prebid Meeting" paragraphs below. The “Owner” reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive an informalities in the bids received, and to accept any bid which it deems most favorable. The “Owner” is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against the handicapped. Tim Brown, President Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities Publish Dates: Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities Website & Sentinel Tribune Week of April 20, 2026 Week of April 27, 20206 Week of May 4, 2026
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