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.